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Col. Hadfield shares “lust for life” as CBC News contributor

TORONTO – Renowned Canadian astronaut Colonel Chris Hadfield will try his hand at broadcasting when he joins CBC News starting January 20, the public broadcaster announced Friday.Hadfield will offer “regular contributions” on The National and CBC Radio One. In an upcoming segment focusing on the Olympics, for example, Col. Hadfield will “draw from his own experiences and explore what it takes to be at the top of your game and achieve ultimate success”, reads the announcement.“Chris Hadfield will bring his legendary passion and drive for science, space, and life to CBC News,” said Jennifer McGuire, general manager and editor-in-chief, CBC...