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The Mike Smyth Show
If you really want to know what is going on in British Columbia, you better be listening to The Mike Smyth Show (Monday to Friday: 9am – 12pm). As the only daily radio show broadcasting from B.C.’s Legislative Assembly in Victoria, Smyth’s access to our leaders and lawmakers is unparalleled as he fearlessly asks the tough questions and holds them to account. Always a step ahead, Mike Smyth’s two decades as a no-nonsense newspaper columnist gives him a distinct edge that guarantees the show is…
Episodes
- The Mike Smyth Show
Implications for B.C. of a UCP victory in Alberta
Guest: Stewart Prest, Political Scientist, Lecturer at SFU Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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Making Surrey’s intersections safer can include removing right-hand turn slip lanes
Guest: Jason Colenutt, Director of Design and Construction Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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Indoor smoking: Vancouver may cast aside ban at some supervised drug consumption sites
Guest: Sarah Blyth - Executive director of the Overdose Prevention Society Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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China targets a local politician says CSIS report
NDP's Jenny Kwan has revealed that CSIS has been monitoring her for activities related to Chinese interference. Guest: Jenny Kwan, NDP MP for Vancouver East…
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Is Surrey Memorial Hospital at a breaking point
Is Surrey Memorial Hospital at a breaking point Guest: Trevor Halford, BC United MLA for Surrey-White Rock Learn more about your ad choices. Visit…
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2 trucks strike different overpasses in Fraser Valley, Investigation in death of a child at Surrey Memorial & Orcas taking down boats!
2 trucks strike different overpasses in Fraser Valley Safety concerns with teens using Uber in Vancouver Safe Drugs Supply & An investigation into the death of…
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There will be an investigation into the death of an infant at Surrey Memorial
Lisa Lapointe - BC chief coroner Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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Baldrey's Beat - Alberta election recap & Cheese Rolling champion!
Baldrey's Beat - Alberta election recap & Cheese Rolling champion! Keith Baldrey - Global News Legislative Bureau Chief Learn more about your ad choices. Visit…
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Vancouver doctor dies climbing Mount Everest, Oilsands to blame for wildfires? & Safety concerns with teens using Uber
Vancouver doctor dies climbing Mount Everest Oilsands to blame for wildfires? Safety concerns with teens using Uber Learn more about your ad choices. Visit…
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Baldrey's Beat - Alberta election today & Eby heads to Asia
Baldrey's Beat - Alberta election today & Eby heads to Asia Keith Baldrey - Global News Legislative Bureau Chief Learn more about your ad choices. Visit…
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This summer's PNE concert lineup leans on nostalgia and local talent
Guest: Laura Ballance, PNE Spokesperson Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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BC Delorean movie car collection, Michael J. Fox documentary
Guest: Brandon Mindel, Representative of the BC DeLorean movie car collection Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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Baldrey's Beat: for May 26, 2023
After pressure was put on the health authority, the CEO of Fraser Health has spoken out about doctors adding "staffing issues" on official patient charts…
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It was a big bust, but will it have any impact at all?
A major drug bust in Vancouver may not lead to any reduced supply some experts say. Guest: Douglas Century, Organized crime investigative journalist, Author of…
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Is the policing issue in Surrey all political circus?
It’s time to end the Surrey police “circus” and get on with SPS. Guest: Peter Cross, Retired Surrey RCMP officer Learn more about your ad choices. Visit…
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Clearing out an Abbotsford encampment, Surrey's policing future, & Beware of ultra-processed foods!
The province is working with the City of Abbotsford to clear out an encampment of people living on an empty plot of Crown land. The Surrey Police Service chief…
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Baldrey's Beat: Surrey Police transition delays, Adrian Dix responds to Surrey Memorial doctor, & Alberta election coverage!
Many are asking that Surrey move forward with the police force transition. The Surrey Memorial hospital crisis continues. Are the doctors being silenced? What…
- The Mike Smyth Show
MPs react to public inquiry rejection, Safe-supply drugs causing MORE addiction, & Stanley Park bike lane removal protests
Reactions are pouring in on David Johnston's decision to have no public inquiry into Chinese election interference. Are safe-supply drugs causing MORE drug…
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Baldrey's Beat: David Johnstone says NO to public inquiry, Emergency room conditions in Surrey, & DeSantis running for US President!
David Johnstone is saying NO to public inquiry, and many MPs are sharing their reaction. A doctor in Surrey is speaking out about the conditions in his…
- The Mike Smyth Show
An online shopping app is rapidly rising in popullarity. Let's learn more about Temu!
What you need to know about Temu, the online shopping app dominating download charts and how it could disrupt the existing ecosystem? Guest: Shreyas Sekar -…
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BC Ferries' website, app, & phone system were ALL down for several hours on Monday
BC Ferries' website, app, AND phone system were down for hours on the busy holiday Monday. Guest: Jim Abram - Former director for the Discovery Islands…
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BC Ferries chaos, Tackling the drug crisis, & Excessive tip requests!
BC Ferries' website, app, AND phone system were down for several hours on Monday. A ‘Safe snorting kit’ was left behind at a BC school. Is this the right way…
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Baldrey's Beat: NO public inquiry on election interference, & Counting down to the Alberta election!
Special rapporteur David Johnstone says NO to a public inquiry on Canadian election interference. Johnstone added that the main reason for this is there is…
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Passing cyclists, Social housing in Kitsilano, & Alberta leadership debate!
An interesting new law on following/passing cyclists is now in effect. The Kitsilano Coalition is calling for an investigation to ensure taxpayer dollars are…
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Baldrey's Beat: Open drug use in BC, 'Safe-snorting' kit left in high school, & Protests at the Cloverdale Rodeo
Open drug use in highly public areas is a growing concern for the people of BC. Will the government implement a ban? A "safe-snorting" kit was left behind in a…
- The Mike Smyth Show
Healthcare challenges, Things you should NEVER eat or drink, & Cyclist survives head-on collision with a bear!
The challenges we are all facing in healthcare. Does BC need more safe supply, or less? TikTok famous Holistic nutritionist reveals the stuff you should NEVER…
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Baldrey's Beat: Safe supply in BC, Jail vs. bail, & Alberta election debate!
There are now concerns that there is too much "safe supply" in BC. Conservative leader Pierre Poilievre says he wants to keep chronic offenders in jail. What…
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One-on-one with Kevin Falcon, Westjet Pilot strike leaving passengers worried, & Teen vaping rates are soaring!
BC United leader Kevin Falcon shares his thoughts on the BC government sending cancer patients to Bellingham for treatment. The looming Westjet pilot strike is…
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Baldrey's Beat: BC Overdose deaths in April, Crisis at Surrey Memorial Hospital, & Sending cancer patients to Bellingham
A staggering 206 overdose deaths were recorded in BC for the month of April. Surrey doctors say they're in a crisis at Surrey Memorial Hospital. Keith reacts…
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Conservative leader Pierre Poilievre, BC's housing crunch, & Tackling Surrey's school shortage!
Conservative leader Pierre Poilievre joins us for a stimulating conversation on bail reform, and accuses Justin Trudeau’s drug policies of killing people…
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Baldrey's Beat: Pierre Poilievre discusses drug use, & Surrey policing!
Keith reacts to Mike's earlier interview with Conservative leader Pierre Poilievre about tackling drugs use in Canada. The Surrey police debacle continues!…
- The Mike Smyth Show
Surrey is urging the province to build more schools
Surrey city council is declaring their shortage of schools a crisis, and is urging the province to build more schools. Guest: Gary Tymoschuk - Vice-chair of…
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Sending cancer patients to Bellingham, Enhancing pedestrian safety, & BC named Canada's 'Eviction Capital'!
BC Cancer patients could be sent to Bellingham for radiation treatments. Enhancing pedestrian safety with robots! Why is BC the “eviction capital” of Canada?…
- The Mike Smyth Show
Baldrey's Beat: Sending cancer patients to Bellingham, Tackling drug use in BC, & Remembering Deborra Hope
BC cancer patients are being sent to Bellingham. Is this a good idea, or is it a sign Canada's medical system is broken? The pressure is on for Premier David…
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Safe supply of drugs in Vancouver, Excuses for speeding, & Ditching smartphones!
Is a "safe supply" of drugs really safe? The WORST speeding excuses we've ever heard, and avoiding summer traffic tickets! Do most Canadians prefer socialism?…
- The Mike Smyth Show
Baldrey's Beat: Public transit funding, & Checking in on the Alberta election
Metro Vancouver mayors are looking for federal funding for public transit Checking in on the Alberta provincial election. Learn more about your ad choices…
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Separating truth from misinformation, Westjet pilot strike, & Sustainable seafood!
Disinformation! Lies! Deceit! Separating fact from fiction in the Digital age. What do pilots hope to achieve with a Westjet strike? Do you love spot prawns?…
- The Mike Smyth Show
Baldrey's Beat: Keith gets pied in the face, & Donald Trump's town hall!
Keith Baldrey and other legislative reporters took a bunch of pies in the face for charity! CNN aired Donald Trump's town hall. How did it go? Learn more about…
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Delicious & sustainable seafood for ALL Canadians!
Do you love spot prawns? Skipper Otto is a company devoted to getting Canadians the best seafood possible all year round! Guest: Sonia Strobel - Co-founder and…
- The Mike Smyth Show
Changes to the Canadian passport, Assisted housing, & Airbnb!
What should be on Canada's passport? Addiction researcher Dr. Julian Somers joins us for a discussion on BC's current assisted housing infrastructure and what…
- The Mike Smyth Show
Baldrey's Beat: NDP cabinet minister switching to BC United, Regional policing, & Donald Trump town hall!
Former NDP cabinet minister is officially joining BC United! Township of Langley are fighting over RCMP resources CNN aired a town hall of Donald Trump Learn…
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Where should Poilievre live?, Teaching assistant at risk of being fired, & Bad drivers!
Does Poilievre actually need to live in a 19 room taxpayer-financed mansion? A new smart traffic light is slowing down drivers in Montreal, and some are…
- The Mike Smyth Show
Baldrey's Beat: BC Housing scandal, Donald Trump found guilty of sexual assault, & Royal BC Museum update!
Continued coverage on the BC Housing scandal. Donald Trump found guilty of sexually assaulting New York advice columnist E. Jean Carroll. A big update from the…
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Teaching Assistant in hot water over her OnlyFans account
Teaching Assistant in hot water over her OnlyFans account Guest: Lia Moody, Employment and Human Rights lawyer + Managing Partner at Samfiru Tumarkin LLP Learn…
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Doctors vs. robots, Westjet pilot strike, & Hitting our emission reduction targets!
Doctors vs. Robots! Westjet pilots are saying they are ready to go on strike. What could this mean for your travel plans?! Are Canada's emission reduction…
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Baldrey's Beat: BC Housing conflict of interest, BC United name change, & RIP Joe Kapp
A bombshell report reveals a major conflict of interest in BC Housing between the ex-CEO and a non-profit run by his wife. Has the BC United name change made a…
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Surrey police situation, Westjet pilot strike, & Preventing hefty rent hikes!
The fallout of the Surrey police situation. Speaking of Surrey, what’s going on in the gang scene there?! With summer vacations right around the corner, how…
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Surrey police debacle, Dropping the cup fee, & The coronation of King Charles III
Who has the power in the Surrey police debacle? Do politicians spend too much of our money? Will restaurants and other food services drop the cup fee? Learning…
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Time-of-use electricity billing, Poilievre's taxpayer-funded mansion, & El Chapo's sons are taking over!
Tenants of a Surrey apartment building received a startling ultimatum from their landlord: pay 40% more rent or GET OUT! Time-of-use billing by BC Hydro a good…
- The Mike Smyth Show
Baldrey's Beat: Illegal drug store, Using drugs in public places, & Time-of-use electricity billing
Today on Baldrey's Beat, a guy has opened up an illegal drug store hoping to reduce overdoses in Vancouver. Speaking of drugs, Mike and Keith discuss BC's…
- The Mike Smyth Show
One-on-one with Kevin Falcon, Trucks hitting overpasses, & Hidden cameras in Airbnb rentals?!
BC United leader Kevin Falcon comes on for an in-depth conversation on the looming opening of a cocaine/heroin/meth store, and the drastic rise of portable…
- The Mike Smyth Show
Baldrey's Beat: Surrey police service, Regional policing, & BC Hydro rates!
The Surrey Police Service debacle continues! Will it ever end? Speaking of policing, Poco Mayor Brad West thinks we should have regional policing in all of…
- The Mike Smyth Show
Surrey police force coverage, Liaison officers in schools, & Hidden cameras found in an Airbnb!
Why does Surrey get a special deal for policing? The police liaison program is returning to schools this Fall. What will this updated program look like? Should…
- The Mike Smyth Show
Surrey police coverage, Smuggling fentanyl across the border, & Dental hygiene tips!
Mike starts the show with continued coverage of the Surrey police NON-decision. Poco Mayor Brad West comes on to discuss the ongoing smuggling fentanyl across…
- The Mike Smyth Show
Baldrey's Beat: Surrey police aftermath, Tax refund delays, & Danielle Smith vs. Rachel Notley
Mike and Keith discuss the ongoing aftermath of the Surrey police non-decision. If you're filing your taxes by paper, you can expect some delays with your tax…
- The Mike Smyth Show
BC Government recommends Surrey continue their transition to the Surrey Police Service
The British Columbia government is recommending the City of Surrey continue its transition to the Surrey Police Service, despite the wishes of the new council…
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Home ownership tax, Protesting against violent offenders, & The history of Coca-Cola!
Poco Mayor Brad West comes on to discuss dangerous offenders being released on bail. Should BC instate a home ownership tax? Anti-crime rallies are being held…
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Surrey Police debate, Four-day work week benefits, & Tucker Carlson fired!
Should they stay or should they go? Mike hosts a Surrey Police debate! What's the problem with Airbnb? A new survey is out on four-day work week. Is it time BC…
- The Mike Smyth Show
Baldrey's Beat: Telus Health, Surrey Police vs. RCMP, & Justice reform in BC
Telus Health will no longer be offering services covered by MSP. We are finally going to hear the decided fate of the Surrey Police force this Friday. Mike and…
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Violent offenders in BC, Cracking down on AirBnB, & Ed Sheeran vs. Marvin Gaye!
The province has unveiled new data on how many violent repeat offenders are continuing to be released. Former Air Canada CEO reacts to the newly proposed air…