Little Girl Lost: Canada Isn't Nice Anymore

Apologies Accepted

An 11 year old girl got on the wrong street car in Toronto after a school field trip ended early and somehow she was allowed to wander off on her own and head home by herself. The train line ended in a part of the city she was unfamiliar with. She asked random people on the street if she could use their phone to call her mom for help. Somehow everyone had a work phone that they could not use for personal reasons, or they somehow didn't have a phone on them at all.

The 11 year old remembered what her mother told her "libraries are safe places and if you are ever in trouble head to the library." So that's what 11 year old Esther (great name!) did. But the librarian had not been told that libraries are safe places and told Esther "go use the pay phone outside." Gen Alpha do not know what payphones are (phones are free!) or how to use them.

Esther was found crying on a street corner by a kind woman (finally an adult has arrived!) who offered her personal cell phone and helped Esther call her mother.

The library has apologized and will be reviewing their policies and protocols.

Canada used to be filled with nice people, but that seems to have changed. However they still have payphones so maybe that's a plus!

Our AI overlord says:

Welcome to the festive season with Theo and Juliette on Apologies Accepted as they delve into an intriguing mix of holiday preparations and public apologies. In this episode, the dynamic duo explores a recent incident at the Toronto Public Library, where an 11-year-old girl was denied phone access to contact her mother, sparking public outrage and a formal apology from the library. Through a lively discussion, they examine the responsibilities of public institutions, the significance of community support, and the importance of maintaining public resources for vulnerable members of society.

As Theo shares his holiday adventures in Palm Springs, balancing family visits and Christmas preparations, Juliette chronicles her unexpected encounter with a tornado warning in San Francisco. Together, they reflect on the year 2024, ponder over AI's societal implications, and discuss the role of libraries as safe havens. With wit and warmth, this episode offers an entertaining yet thoughtful commentary on societal issues, the spirit of generosity, and the essence of community care.