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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 ShowMajor debt leaves former student worried
Former UFV student with $170,000 debt says B.C. government should do more. Guest - Kristianne Hendricks Learn more about your ad choices. Visit…
The Jill Bennett ShowVirtual Clinics for Mental Health Patients
With mental illness on the rise, experts are looking for new ways to treat patients. Guest: Dr. Michael Krausz - UBC-Providence Leadership Chair for Addiction…
The Jill Bennett ShowUnion Gospel Mission Opens their doors to the Homeless for Easter Celebration
The Union Gospel Mission held their annual Easter Dinner on Saturday evening. Guest: Jeremy Hunka - Homeless Advocate, Union Gospel Mission Learn more about…
The Jill Bennett ShowCity Rules Supersede ALR over Chickens
A Vancouver local and her chickens are potentially in trouble due to a city bylaw. Guest: Robin Friesen - Vancouver Farmer Learn more about your ad choices…
The Jill Bennett ShowAll Gassed Out - The Redevelopment of City Gas Stations
Vancouverites are running out of places to fill up their cars in the West End. How is this possible in the third largest city in Canada? Guest: Tser Somerville…
The Jill Bennett ShowThe Future of In-home Legal Marijuana Growing is "Impractical"- SFU Professor
Guest: Neil Boyd, Criminology professor at SFU Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
The Jill Bennett ShowRick's Picks - Movie Picks of the Week!
"The Fate of the Furious", "Hell or High Water", and more! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
The Jill Bennett ShowThe Legal Issues Around Legalized Marijuana
Guest: Tony Wilson, Associate Counsel at Boughton Law Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
The Jill Bennett ShowWildlife Conference hits Vancouver
Guest: Rick Bates, CEO of the Canadian Wildlife Federation Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
The Jill Bennett ShowHomeless Numbers in Metro Vancouver
Guest: Julian Somers, SFU Health Sciences Professor Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
The Jill Bennett ShowPreparing for Life in Government
Guest: Max Cameron, Director, Centre for the Study of Democratic Institutions, Department of Political Science, University of British Columbia Learn more about…
The Jill Bennett ShowVictoria General Hospital will be the First Hospital in the Province to Implement the Huggies No Baby Unhugged Program
GUEST: Leah Dobell -Manager of Paediatrics at the Victoria General Hospital Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
The Jill Bennett ShowA Discussion with the Author of BC Book Award Nominated “The Dancehall Years”
GUEST: Joan Haggerty- Author, The Dancehall Years Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
The Jill Bennett ShowRemembering the Battle of Vimy Ridge 100 Years Later
GUEST: Jeremy Diamond -Executive Director, Vimy Foundation Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
The Jill Bennett ShowDoing Business in the US Under the new Administration- A seminar can help you learn what you need to know
GUEST: Greg Timm - Chief Operating Officer, Pacific Customs Brokers (Canada and USA) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
The Jill Bennett ShowMartini Studios in Langley is BC’s Newest, Giant Film Studio
Guest: Gemma Martini – CEO of Martini Film Studios Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
The Jill Bennett ShowStudy: Man's Best Friend Could Help Improve Children's Health as they Grow Up
A University of Alberta study suggests that a man’s best friend could do more than just keep a family company — pets could actually improve childrens’ health…
The Jill Bennett ShowHow do Fans feel about the NHL abstaining from the 2018 Winter Olympics?
Players have spoken out about it, and now a new poll shows the majority of Canadians also disagree with the NHL’s decision to skip the 2018 Olympics. The NHL…
The Jill Bennett Show“Rick’s Picks” - Movie picks of the week!
“Rick’s Picks” - Movie picks of the week! – “Going in Style”, “Smurfs: The Lost Village”, “The Case for Christ”, & more Learn more about your ad choices. Visit…
The Jill Bennett ShowExpanding Immigration to Youth
Ahead of the proposed changes to Canada’s citizenship rules, the federal Immigration Minister is refusing to comment on the case of the man who came to Canada…
The Jill Bennett ShowDo You Need Less Sleep?
As you get older does the amount of sleep you need decrease? Or are you not getting the sleep you need? Guest: Bryce Mander, University of California, Berk…
The Jill Bennett ShowLimited Time to Fill The Tank!
Just as Metro Vancouverites were looking forward to a break in gas prices, turmoil has once again erupted in the Middle East. Guest: Dan McTeague, Senior…
The Jill Bennett ShowNew Rules Banning Mandatory High Heels
The legislature might no longer be in session, but that hasn’t stopped the province from banning mandatory high heels in the workplace. The new rules come…
The Jill Bennett ShowDifferent Views on the Canadian Economy
Where do you see the Canadian Economy? Depending on where you live, you might have different answers than others across the country. Guest: Mario Canseco, Vice…
The Jill Bennett ShowTime To Take The Peel the Grocery Store Stickers off Fruits and Vegetables?
A city councillor in Maple Ridge, B.C. is putting forward a proposal to peel the grocery store stickers off fruits and vegetables for good. Maple Ridge…
The Jill Bennett ShowI-Search Launch
The search engine called i-Search, launched March 29 and was created by students and professors who collaborated with UBC Okanagan and Okanagan College. GUEST…
The Jill Bennett ShowWhat is Canadian's Perspective on Pre-clearance?
As the federal government works to expand the practice known as “preclearance,” in which Canadians traveling to the U.S. go through customs on Canadian soil, a…
The Jill Bennett ShowWhat Medical Advice can Pharmacist?
Did you know that Canadian Pharmacist? can offer more than advice on over the counter medications? GUEST: Rahim Janmohamed- Pharmacist Learn more about your ad…
The Jill Bennett ShowDo You Have Passport For Your Kids?
A Halifax man wants airlines to warn families that parents are not allowed to sign the passports of their young children, after his vacation plans were stalled…
The Jill Bennett ShowManaging Your Debt
Is your debt weighing you down? GUEST: Jeffrey Schwartz-Executive Director, Consolidated Credit Counseling Services of Canada, will help. Learn more about your…
The Jill Bennett ShowBoeing’s Chief Test Pilot for the Super Hornet
Boeing’s chief test pilot for the Super Hornet will be in Vancouver on April 1st. Discuss capabilities of the Super Hornet and why it’s a good fit for Canada’s…
The Jill Bennett Show“Rick’s Picks” - Movie picks of the week!
GUEST: Rick Forchuk-Movie blogger at Rick’s Picks joins Stirling Faux for his weekly segment,. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
The Jill Bennett ShowHeopatitis C specialist at UBC
Dr Alnoor Ramji Hepatitis C specialist with St.Paul's Hospital and Clinical Assisant Professor at the UBC joins Stirling Faux. Learn more about your ad…
The Jill Bennett ShowKekunah Manneh Traded. What's next for the Whitecaps?
Jorge Mendoza joins Stirling Faux to discuss the trade of Kekunah Matteh and what is next for the Whitecaps. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit…
The Jill Bennett ShowCharter Bus Lines Golden Age Plan
Sheldon Eggen, Charter Bus Lines President, joins Stirling Faux to discuss options for people in their "Golden Age". Learn more about your ad choices. Visit…
The Jill Bennett ShowGrizzly Bear Hunt Controversy
Chris Darimont joins Sterling Faux to discuss the controversial grizzly bear hunt. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
The Jill Bennett ShowDemocracy Watch Investigates
Duff Conacher from Democracy Watch joins Stirling Faux. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
The Jill Bennett ShowIs it time for the Province to Regulate Pet Ownership?
After a Langley animal rescue society was raided earlier this week for the third time since 2012, one animal advocate says it's time for the province to…
The Jill Bennett ShowA Discussion with Anosh Irani- Author of The Parcel
Anosh Irani, Author of the Parcel joined Stirling Faux to discuss his Award winning book, the process of writing and if his book could be turned into the…
The Jill Bennett ShowBC's Cleantech Innovation Edge.
Over the past five years, British Columbia has emerged as a globally recognized centre of Cleantech innovation. BC’s Cleantech entrepreneurs have expanded the…
The Jill Bennett Show2016 was the Earth's Warmest Year- What will happen in 2017?
The Earth had its warmest year on record in 2016, the World Meteorological Organization reported on Tuesday. With “extreme and usual” climate events continuing…
The Jill Bennett ShowHow will the Federal Budget impact Vancouver?
The Liberal government has unveiled its second federal budget this Wednesday. Bill Curry joins Sterling Faux to discuss the Highlights from the 2017 federal…
The Jill Bennett ShowWhat is the future of Railtown?
The future of Railtown, Vancouver’s vital centre of technology businesses, is in jeopardy due to a number of ill-considered proposed zoning amendments intended…
The Jill Bennett ShowA Preview of the Vancouver International Auto Show
Ahead of the Vancouver International Auto Show, happening March 28 to April 2 at the Vancouver Convention Centre. What newest technology can you expect in cars…
The Jill Bennett ShowThe Future of NHL Players in the Olympics & more with Rob Williams
A change in IOC policy means that player insurance, transportation costs, and accommodation – valued at $15-20 million according to NHL Commissioner Gary…
The Jill Bennett Show“Rick’s Picks” - Movie picks of the week!
GUEST: Rick Forchuk Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
The Jill Bennett ShowThe Level of Uncertainty
Guest: Brad Henderson, President and CEO of Sotheby's International Reality Canada Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
The Jill Bennett ShowDo Attack Ads Work?
Guest: Gerry Nicholls, Politial Strategist who has helped Conservative campaigns in Canada and the US. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit…
The Jill Bennett ShowHow to Afford A House These Days
Guest: Jeffery Schwartz, Executive Director, Consolidated Credit Counselling Services of Canada. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
The Jill Bennett ShowAn Overview of the New Premiums on Mortgages Announced on March 17th
Guest: Steve Saretsky. Realtor with Sutton West Coast Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
The Jill Bennett ShowHow much is the BC Film Industry Propped up by Taxpayers?
Guest: Jordan Bateman - BC Director, Canadian Taxpayers Federation Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
The Jill Bennett ShowHow Playing Outside as Kids Could Benefit the Planet
Research by Catherine Broom, assistant. Professor in the Faculty of Education at UBC Okanagan, shows that 87 per cent of study respondents who played outside…
The Jill Bennett ShowThe Former Chair of the UN Disarmament Committee on the Present State of the Nuclear Weapons Landscape
Former MP, Senator, and Chair of the UN Disarmament Committee Douglas Roche on the State of the Nuclear Weapons Landscape GUEST: Douglas Roche- Former Member…
The Jill Bennett ShowAn Overview of Groundbreaking Research- Understanding Type 2 Diabetes
A senior investigator into a study at McMaster University discusses new research that reveals more information of type 2 diabetes, and measures that could lead…
The Jill Bennett Show“Rick’s Picks” - Movie picks of the week!
“Beauty & The Beast”, “Goon 2”, “Anne”, and more. GUEST: Rick Forchuk - Movie blogger at Rick’s Picks Learn more about your ad choices. Visit…
The Jill Bennett ShowGetting a Home Inspection
Guest: Bob Hamm, Vice President of the Home Inspectors Association of BC Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
The Jill Bennett ShowA Chance to Meet Humanitarians
Guest: Christine Persaud, Canadian Red Cross International Operations Security Advisor Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
The Jill Bennett ShowRenewable Energy in Vancouver by 2050
Guest: Brett Zuehlke, Student at SFU, The work from his master's research project contributed to the report put out on Vancouver's Renewable City Strategy…
The Jill Bennett ShowMany People Choose Organic Thinking It’s Better For Humans And The Planet, But A New UBC Study Finds That Might Not Always Be The Case
Many people choose organic thinking it’s better for humans and the planet, but a new UBC study published today in Science Advances finds that might not always…
The Jill Bennett ShowFull Episode: Marijuana Activist's React To The Arrests Of Marc & Jodie Emery & Is Organic Food Better For You/Environment?
Prominent marijuana activists Marc and Jodie Emery have been granted bail after being arrested in Toronto. The self-styled “Prince” and “Princess of Pot” were…