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The Jill Bennett Show
Jill Bennett’s twenty years of experience covering B.C.’s biggest stories as a reporter has developed her insatiable curiosity and keen sense for exposing what is really going on with a story. Jill digs deep, goes behind the headlines and finds out the real impact stories will have on the Lower Mainland. She talks with real people about the issues that matter most to them while keeping us informed, connected and entertained. If you want new information, new angles, and to know what’s happening…
Episodes
The Jill Bennett ShowWhat to do if your pet consumes something they shouldn’t?
Guest host Rob Fai talks to Dr. Lauren Adelman - Internal Medicine Specialist, Canada West Veterinary Specialists Learn more about your ad choices. Visit…
The Jill Bennett ShowThe race for the Arctic: why Trump’s play for Greenland isn’t as far-fetched as some may think?
Guest host Rob Fai talks to Saleem Ali - Chair, Department of Geography & Spatial Sciences, University of Delaware Learn more about your ad choices. Visit…
The Jill Bennett ShowFentanyl workarounds: how organized crime remains a step ahead
Guest host Rob Fai talks to Calvin Chrustie - Senior Partner, Critical Risk team Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
The Jill Bennett ShowShould Finance extend the deadline for donations to charities beyond Dec. 31, 2024?
Guest host Rob Fai talks to Mark Blumberg - Lawyer at Blumbergs Professional Corporation Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
The Jill Bennett ShowWhat do the police do? Opposed to what we want them to do?
Guest host Rob Fai talks to Kash Heed - Former West Vancouver Police Chief, Former Public Safety Minister and Solicitor General and current Richmond City…
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The history of Boxing Day in Canada
What should you do with your leftover turkey? GUEST: Caren McSherry, Founder and President of The Gourmet Warehouse How ‘bout them ‘nucks? GUEST: Dave…
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The great debate: cranberries or no cranberries?
GUEST: Bianca Rego, Mornings With Simi producer Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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Now is the perfect time to come up with 2025 new year’s resolutions
Now is the perfect time to come up with 2025 new year’s resolutions GUEST: Tyler Thielmann, President/CEO, Spring Financial Elias Pettersson gets petulant and…
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Friday Wine Segment: 2024 Wine Industry News Roundup
GUEST: Tania Tomaszewska, a strategic business advisor to the wine industry, and producer and host of her TT Wine Explorer Podcast. Learn more about your ad…
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What do we do with the derelict houses around Vancouver - City hall doesn’t know yet
Prime Minister Justin Trudeau shuffles cabinet GUEST: Dr. Gerald Baier, Associate Professor, Department of Political Science, UBC What do we do with the…
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Demolishing a heritage building, Building new homes in BC, & Vancouver's booming population!
The City of Vancouver says city council has approved the demolition of a heritage building in the downtown core after declaring that it posed a danger to the…
- The Jill Bennett Show
US officials say they have successfully eradicated murder hornets!
US officials say they have successfully eradicated murder hornets! How was this accomplished? Guest: Gail Wallin - Executive Director, Invasive Species Council…
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Keeping people IN the province, Banning elephants and apes in captivity, & The tale of the Sunshine Coast Santa!
A bold new campaign is hoping to keep British Columbians IN the province. A man from the Sunshine Coast continues to receive misdelivered packages at his…
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Dilapidated Downtown buildings, Accessible Xmas shopping, & More on Chrystia Freeland's resignation!
Vancouver's chief building official says a downtown building is at risk of collapse! With the holiday shopping season upon us, the Canadian Council on…
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New poll on economic pessimism, & Chrystia Freeland resigns!
Chrystia Freeland resigns from cabinet mere hours before the fiscal update! Where does the government go from here? A new Angus Reid poll shows economic…
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Canada Post strike: Minister seeks order to get workers back on the job
Canada Post strike: Minister seeks order to get workers back on the job GUEST: Stephen Gale, B.C. Representative for the Canadian Union for Postal Workers Will…
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The pros and cons of decriminalization, Nanaimo syringe stabbing, & The Canada Post strike rages on!
BC Chiefs of police say decriminalization isn’t working. A Nanaimo man was stabbed over 100 times with a syringe. Last but not least, when will we see an end…
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Nanaimo stabbing, Travel news with Claire Newell, & Drug deaths drop in BC!
A Nanaimo man is recovering after being stabbed 100 times with a syringe in a public washroom. The latest travel news/deals with Claire Newell from Travel Best…
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Cancer expenses, Canadian generosity at all-time-low, & Intelligent crustaceans?!
A new report finds Canadian cancer patients are dealing with an average of $33K in out-of-pocket expenses. New research finds that Canadians' generosity is at…
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Parking lot stresses, Limiting the use of harmful NDAs, & Data from Taylor Swift's Vancouver concerts!
A recent survey finds that busy parking lots are stressful for BC drivers! Political leaders, legal experts and victims from across British Columbia are urging…
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Festive feasts to enjoy this holiday season!
Festive feasts to enjoy this holiday season! Fairmont Vancouver Airport - festive afternoon tea (nov 29-Dec 31)…
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Surrey residents opposing proposed crematorium, & Taylor Swift Mania begins tonight!!!
BC Conservatives are calling for Elenore Sturko to apologize! What for? Taylor Swift Mania is in full swing ahead of tonight's concert! CKNW's own "Swiftie…
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Violence in Metro Vancouver, Adding more drones to our border, & Gastown Steam Clock plays Taylor Swift!
Why are we experiencing a surge of violence in Metro Vancouver?! The Trudeau government is promising to arm our borders with more drones and helicopters. This…
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The 2024 child poverty report card!
For 28 years, First Call and SPARC BC have released a report card highlighting child and family poverty in BC. Guest: Adrienne Montani - Executive Director of…
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Surging demand for Christmas trees, Travel news with Claire Newell, & Releasing dangerous offenders!
Why surging demand for Christmas trees is creating a flurry of problems! The latest travel news and deals with Claire Newell from Travel Best Bets! Last but…
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Taylor Swift in Vancouver, The latest real estate numbers, & Day 19 of the Canada Post strike!
Pavco employees are getting free Taylor Swift Tickets?! Realtors in Metro Vancouver say buyers are taking advantage of a relatively balanced market as the…
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Canada Post strike updates, Cyber Monday deals, & Examining protection orders!
Canada Post has presented the union representing some 55-thousand striking postal workers with a framework to reach negotiated agreements. Cyber Monday and the…
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Examining protection orders in BC!
Is it justice, or just a piece of paper? The Battered Women’s Support Services (BWSS) is releasing its latest report on protection orders in British Columbia…
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Cyber Monday and the average Canadian shopping cart
Cyber Monday and the average Canadian shopping cart! Guest: Bruce Winder - Retail Analyst and President of Bruce Winder Retail Learn more about your ad…
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Surrey police saga finally ends, Canadian news outlets suing ChatGPT, & Respiratory illness season!
The Surrey policing saga FINALLY comes to an end after 6 years of debate over whether the RCMP should continue or a new local force should be policing…
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Metro Vancouver residents prefer single family homes
Walmart is the largest retailer to roll back diversity policies. What might it mean for Canadian employees? GUEST: Chantelle Nascimento, specializes in DEI…
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The latest travel news with Claire Newell, Updates on the Canada Post strike, & Flipping BC homes!
The latest travel news with Claire Newell of Travel Best Bets! The federal government has paused mediation efforts with the Canada Post strike. Is this perhaps…
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Update on Avian Flu case in BC, The Canada-US tariff situation, & The economic impact of Taylor Swift's shows in Vancouver
Update on Avian Flu case in BC, The Canada-US tariff situation, & The economic impact of Taylor Swift's shows in Vancouver Learn more about your ad choices…
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Translink's Reindeer Bus returns!
GUEST: Jawn Jang, Translink Spokesperson Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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Youth unemployment in Canada reaches all-time high
GUEST: Farah Mohammed, King’s Trust CEO Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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The BC film industry is hurting
GUEST: Gemma Martini, Chair of ScreenBC which represents different segments of the film industry Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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Uncertainty over natural gas amendments in Vancouver, Impact of Canada's $10-a-day childcare, & Implications of carbon tax policies on food supply
Uncertainty over natural gas amendments in Vancouver, Impact of Canada's $10-a-day childcare, & Implications of carbon tax policies on food supply Learn more…
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Vancouver man completes seven marathons on seven continents in seven days
Economists say the government's temporary G-S-T cut and relief cheques could play into a rosier outlook for economic growth next year GUEST: Doug Porter , Bank…
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City council receives final report from Park Board transition working group & Vandal causes $100,000 of damage at Abbotsford car dealership
City council receives final report from Park Board transition working group Sarah Kirby-Yung - Vancouver City Councillor More on city council receiving final…
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Rustad slams Eby’s expensive government, Canada Post strike update, Bomb cyclone hits BC
Rustad slams Eby’s expensive government, Canada Post strike update, Bomb cyclone hits BC Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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What's the impact of this postal strike on charities?
GUEST: Nicole Mucci,Manager, Media Relations & Communications for the Union Gospel Mission Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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Day 4 of Canada Post Strike, Fraud packages and tickets concern, & A new series about transplant stories
Day 4 of Canada Post Strike, Fraud packages and tickets concern, & A new series about transplant stories Learn more about your ad choices. Visit…
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Canada Post strike explained, Most cities not reaching BC housing mandate goals, & A Raccoon had to be revived by Narcan?!
Canada Post strike explained, Most cities not reaching BC housing mandate goals, & A Raccoon had to be revived by Narcan?! Learn more about your ad choices…
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Port Coquitlam councillor speaks out against calls to resign, PNE Amphitheatre cost doubles, & Police will soon be wearing body worn cameras!
Port Coquitlam councillor speaks out against calls to resign, PNE Amphitheatre cost double, & Police will soon be wearing body worn cameras! Learn more about…
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Is the Black Friday deal you’re going for actually a deal?
GUEST: Diana Skakavac - Content creator, “have coupons will travel” on Instagram and Tiktok Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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Researchers at KPU are exploring how memory changes and develops across a lifespan
GUEST: Dr. Daniel Bernstein, Kwantlen Polytechnic University Psychology Instructor GUEST: Hanna Erceg, Project Manager at Lifespan Cognition Lab Learn more…
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Tributes to John Horgan continue, A controversial water tunnel project under Stanley Park, & Stomach cancer cases rising in BC!
Tributes continue to pour in for former Premier John Horgan, who passed away yesterday in Victoria. Metro Vancouver meets with West End residents over…
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Remembering the life and legacy of John Horgan, & What should parents know about the suspected bird flu?
Former BC Premier John Horgan dies at age 65. Jill is joined by guests throughout the show to discuss the impact Horgan had on the province and the legacy he…
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Canada honours veterans’ ‘legacy of courage’ , coding for veterans & the bird flu
Remembrance Day: Canada honours veterans’ ‘legacy of courage’ GUEST: Craig Thomson - President, BC Yukon Command, Royal Canadian Legion Coding for Veterans, a…
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Anacla ‘Dog Whisperer’ Helps Bring Vet Care to Remote Community: Paws for Hope Effort to Fund Clinics in Remote & Under-Served Communities
GUEST: Kathy Powelson - Founder, Paws for Hope Animal Foundation Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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Corporate sponsorship of city assets on the agenda at Vancouver council
GUEST: Sarah Kirby-Yung, Vancouver City Councillor Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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BC Beer Award Winners
GUEST: Matt Poirier, "Beer Writer and Educator, and Certified Cicerone" Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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Jim Cuddy is playing the Orpheum on November 12th
GUEST: Jim Cuddy, Canadian Singer-Songwriter Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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B.C. restaurateur warns of ‘$30 burgers’ as temporary foreign worker program changes
GUEST: Owen Coomer, Chief Operating Officer at Taphouse Taverns Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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B.C. city councillors asked to resign after remarks claiming homeless 'don't want to work'
GUEST: Jeremy Johnson, started petition calling for councillors to resign. He is also a member of the Tri-Cities Housing and Homelessness Task Group Learn more…
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PM Trudeau revives Canada-U.S. relations cabinet committee after Trump win
GUEST: Keith Head, Professor, Strategy and Business Economics Division at UBC Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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British Columbia’s ports will attempt to reach a deal when talks restart this weekend
GUEST: Dan Kelly, CFIB President Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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Banning currency exchanges in North Van, TikTok getting axed in Canada, & Dissecting Trump's proposed tariffs!
The City of North Vancouver is banning new currency exchanges at street level. How will this affect the community? The federal government is ordering TikTok to…
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How will Donald Trump's win affect Trudeau's next campaign?
How will Donald Trump's win affect Trudeau's next campaign? Guest: Warren Kinsella - Former special Advisor to Jean Chretien and founder of the Daisy Group…
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Donald Trump wins the 2024 US election
Donald Trump's election victory is historic in several respects. At 78, he is the oldest person elected to be commander-in-chief. Trump will also be only the…