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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
December 7th, 2022: BC Federation of Labour campaign for 15 sick days, Bank of Canada hikes interest rates yet again & David Eby cabinet panel
On the show today: Annie Dormuth - Provincial Affairs Director for Canadian Federation of Independent Business Marc Lee - Senior Economist, Canadian Centre for…
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Impact of condo rental rules
Wendy Wall - President, Vancouver Island Strata Owners Association Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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Debate! Should Vancouver schools reintroduce the Police Liaison program?
Debate! Should Vancouver schools reintroduce the Police Liaison program? GUEST: Patti Bacchus, Former Chair of The Vancouver School Board GUEST: Rob Rothwell…
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Vancouver Park Board votes to eliminate Stanley Park bike lane
Vancouver Park Board votes to eliminate Stanley Park bike lane GUEST: Phil Rankin, Lawyer for increased disabled access to Stanley Park Learn more about your…
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Baldrey's Beat: Salvation Army outside liquor stores, Bonnie Henry on kids in schools.
Baldrey's Beat: Salvation Army outside liquor stores, Bonnie Henry on kids in schools. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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December 6th, 2022: Vote on Stanley Park bike lanes, Flu surge and stresses on hospital system & Poor provincial response to snow and ice
On the show today: Phil Rankin - Lawyer for increased disabled access to Stanley Park Dr. Kevin McLeod - Internal Medicine Specialist at Lions Gate Hospital…
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December 5th, 2022: Should BC pass its own Sovereignty Act?, Inflation - are excessive corporate profits to blame? & Christmas tipping
On the show today: Trevor Bolin - BC Conservative Party leader Jim Stanford - Economist, Centre For Future Work Franco Terrazzano - Federal Director, Canadian…
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Baldrey's Beat: Dr. Bonnie Henry conference, Could there be a Provincial election coming? & Bike lanes in Stanley Park
Today on Baldrey's Beat: Dr. Bonnie Henry conference Could there be a Provincial election coming? Bike lanes in Stanley Park Learn more about your ad choices…
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December 2, 2022: US citizens buying up BC properties, Affordable Surrey housing, & Planning for future snow storms!
On today's show: US citizens buying up BC recreational properties ahead of foreign buyer ban. Will Canada’s housing market re-balance by 2023? Harmony is…
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December 1, 2022: Downtown Eastside tent removal, Alberta sovereignty, & Paying tribute to Christine McVie
On today's show: Some of the unhoused on the DTES were being moved out of their tents. The City of Vancouver moved in…not entirely unexpectedly except for the…
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November 30, 2022: Bringing back liaison officers, Winter driving tips, & Cool new map of the Salish Sea!
On today's show: VSB votes to bring back liaison officers. Is this the right call? Winter driving tips! Exploring a cool new map of the Salish Sea! Learn more…
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November 28, 2022: Recruiting doctors, Cyber Monday, & BC bears!
On today's show: Recruiting more doctors into BC. Province announces it's scrapping autism hub funding decision. Cyber Monday and the coolest holiday tech!…
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Baldrey's Beat: Autism funding, Protests in China, & Trump Thanksgiving dinner
Today on Baldrey's Beat Bruce and Keith discuss the autism funding reversal. Protests in China continue to unfold. Trump hosts a known holocaust denier for…
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November 25, 2022: Housing shortage, BC nurses union, & Screen time for toddlers!
On today's show: There's nothing wrong with renters! New BC Nurses Union ad and what it looks like to be a nurse in BC right now. Province has blame to share…
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November 24, 2022: Road tax debate, Safe drug supply, & Pets in condos!
On today's show: Vancouver road tax debate Is the “safe supply” really safe? Pets in condos Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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Baldrey's Beat: RCMP funding announcement, Healthcare system strains, & Vancouver road tax!
Today on Baldrey's Beat: David Eby promises $230 million in funding for RCMP recruitment. Mike and Keith discuss the rising strains on Canada's healthcare…
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Professional arm wrestler makes epic comeback!
It's been 3 long years since pro arm wrestler Clayton Faulconer suffered a brain injury after a major car accident. Now...he's back to competing! Guest…
- The Mike Smyth Show
November 23, 2022: BC housing debate, School liaison officers, & No-fault auto insurance!
On today's show: Condo rental and BC building debate. Should VSB bring back the police liaison officer? A senior's fight with ICBC for compensation & the…
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Baldrey's Beat: Housing politics, & School liaison officers
Today on Baldrey's Beat: Housing is becoming a hot topic in BC's political realm. Should schools bring back the liaison officer program? PLUS your calls! Learn…
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November 22, 2022: David Eby's housing plan, Analyzing Doug McCallum's acquittal, & Radiology issues in Canada!
On today's show: We hear listener reactions to Eby's new housing plan! Lawyer Kyla Lee comes on to discuss the McCallum verdict. Radiology issues in Canada…
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Baldrey's Beat: David Eby's housing plan, Doug McCallum verdict, & Café patrons held at gunpoint
Today on Baldrey's Beat: Mike and Keith debate the pros & cons of David Eby's housing plan. East Van Café patrons held at gunpoint in terrifying brunch…
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November 21, 2022: Repeat offenders, Surgery cancellations, & David Eby's housing announcement!
On today's show: BC Liberal leader Kevin Falcon responds to David Eby’s repeat offender and mental health plans! Baby’s heart surgery cancelled because of…
The Mike Smyth ShowSafe Supply 101
Safe supply is often misunderstood and called dangerous or adding to the problem. But not only does safe supply help prevent death it creates moments in a drug…
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Baldrey's Beat: David Eby's wasting no time as newly sworn-in BC Premier
Today on Baldrey's Beat: David Eby's hitting the ground running! Mike and Keith react to the new BC Premier's immediate action following his swearing-in…
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November 18, 2022: David Eby sworn in as BC Premier, Employee sick days, & Hospital wait-times!
On today's show: How will BC Premier David Eby handle the province's housing problem? Should employees get a bonus for not taking sick days? David Eby…
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November 17, 2022: High rental prices, Traffic law, & Home equity tax proposal!
On today's show: Rent rates keep going up, up and up! Internal Medicine Specialist reacts to mask recommendations, surge in sick kids, & children’s meds…
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Baldrey's Beat: Rental vacancies, Healthcare system strains, & David Eby!
Today on Baldrey's Beat: It's getting harder and harder to find a place to rent in Vancouver. There's a massive strain on our healthcare system. David Eby…
The Mike Smyth ShowBlanket BC needs a little help from their friends
Blanket BC has been helping people stay warm for 17 years. But this year they need help from you to get the warm stuff to the people in need. Learn more about…
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November 16, 2022: Policing in Surrey, Taxing million-dollar homes, & Environmental debate!
On today's show: The future of policing in the city of Surrey Surtax on million dollar homes It's Peter McCartney vs. Moe Sihota in our Wilderness Committee…
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Baldrey's Beat: BC Liberal name change, Sick kids, & Donald Trump
Today on Baldrey's Beat: Kevin Falcon makes it official! The BC Liberal party will be changing it's name to BC United. VP Caroline Elliot joins us as well!…
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Surrey Police Service says they will continue moving forward
Surrey Police Service says they will continue moving forward GUEST: Norm Lipinski, Chief of Surrey Police Service Learn more about your ad choices. Visit…
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November 15, 2022: Surrey policing, Fixing the DTES, & Queen Elizabeth II
On today's show: What will happen with Surrey policing? How should Eby fix the DTES? BC Ferries takes down portraits of Queen Elizabeth... and isn't putting up…
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Baldrey's Beat: Surrey Police Service, BC Premier David Eby, & Donald Trump!
Today on Baldrey's Beat: Mike Farnworth has the final say over the future of the Surrey Police Service. David Eby to be sworn in as BC Premier tomorrow. How…
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November 14, 2022: Atmospheric river anniversary, Surrey Police Force, & Cryptocurrency debate!
On today's show: It's the one-year anniversary of BC's atmospheric river. As the Surrey Police debate rages on, Brenda Locke says the people of Surrey have…
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Baldrey's Beat: Surrey Police Force, BC Liberal name change, & Crypto market crashes!
Today on Baldrey's Beat: Should the RCMP stay in Surrey? Brenda Locke says the people of Surrey have spoken. Changing the name of the BC Liberal Party. Turmoil…
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November 11, 2022: Honouring veterans, & the Surrey Police debacle!
On today's show: Why it’s important to honour Veterans. The Surrey policing debacle continues. CKNW tech producer Tim French tells a personal story about a…
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“Vancouver Is Dying” YouTube video hits 2 million views
“Vancouver Is Dying” YouTube video hits 2 million views. Does it paint an accurate picture of what's happening on the streets? Guest: Aaron Gunn - Filmmaker…
- The Mike Smyth Show
November 10, 2022: VPD social spending report, Traffic law, & Residential rezoning!
On today's show: VPD Deputy Chief defends social spending report. Talking traffic law with lawyer Paul Doreshenko. What can Vancovuer learn from Portland when…
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Baldrey's Beat: VPD social spending, Tackling the DTES, & Pierre Poilievre!
Today on Baldrey's Beat: Is the VPD social spending report legit? How much is actually being spent? David Eby says he wants to get a grip on the DTES. Is…
- The Mike Smyth Show
November 9, 2022: Social services spending, US midterm election results, & Legalizing jay-walking!
On today's show: Discussing the $5b spending report. Fact or false flag? The pros and cons of Eby’s promised no-rental-ban law. Reacting to midterm election…
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Baldrey's Beat: Social service spending, US Midterm election, & BC Liberal name change!
On today's show: Report says $5b is being spent on social services in Vancouver. How accurate is this? US midterm election results! BC Liberal party possibly…
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Healthcare backlogs and delays
Healthcare backlogs and delays GUEST: Dr. Anna Wolak, Family Physician in Vancouver and a Clinical Assistant Professor at the University of British Columbia…
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November 8, 2022: Recession debate, Emergencies Act inquiry, & FIFA World Cup politics!
On today's show: Time for a recession debate! Was invoking the Emergency Act necessary? We take an in-depth look at the trucker convoy. FIFA politics at Qatar…
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Baldrey's Beat: Health minister's conference, Downtown Eastside, & Donald Trump running again?
Today on Baldrey's Beat: The Federal health minister is talking cash at the health minister's conference. More than $5 Billion is being spent on the DTES. Will…
- The Mike Smyth Show
Canucks Place Children's Hospice and the Light a Life campaign
Canucks Place Children's Hospice and the Light a Life campaign Guest: Denise Praill, CEO of Canuck Place Learn more about your ad choices. Visit…
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November 7, 2022: CUPE chaos in Ontario, US Midterms, & Interest rate hikes!
On today's show: Back to work legislation and the mess in Ontario. Previewing the US Midterm election with Reggie Cecchini! What to do if you have a variable…
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Previewing the US Midterm election!
Global News Washington Correspondent Reggie Cecchini comes on to give us a rundown of the upcoming US Midterm elections. Guest: Reggie Cecchini - Global News…
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Baldrey's Beat: CUPE strikes, US Midterm elections, & BC Lions!
Today on Baldrey's Beat: PM Trudeau says Canadians should be worried about notwithstanding clause. Premier Doug Ford responds! Keith shares his prediction of…
The Mike Smyth ShowSome animals get a bad Rep
Hollywood and Halloween give some animals and creatures a bad reputation. Community contributor Eric Chapman talked to Andrew Holland from the Nature…
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November 4, 2022: Federal budget debate, No-fault insurance, & Pain medication shortage!
On today's show: Federal budget update debate! How has the first year of no fault insurance been? Shortage of children’s pain medication. Learn more about your…
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Baldrey's Beat: BC cancer care, Surgery wait-times, & Stanley Park Christmas train
Today on Badrey's Beat: Liberal leader Kevin Falcon says that BC cancer care is terrible. BC's performing a record amount of surgeries every week, yet there's…
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November 3, 2022: Surrey teachers, Fireworks bans, & Vehicle-wildlife collisions!
On today's show: Surrey teachers express criticism of new deal. Are firework bans effective? Have you ever accidentally hit an animal with your car? There's…
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Baldrey's Beat: David Eby, Doug McCallum, & Trudeau taxing Canadians
Today on Baldrey's Beat: David Eby prepares to take over as BC Premier. In parliament, Pierre Poilievre asked Trudeau when he'll stop taxing Canadians. The…
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November 2, 2022: Kevin Falcon, Fireworks ban, & Used car tax!
On today's show: Kevin Falcon responds to David Eby! Should there be a province-wide fireworks ban? Should PST on used cars under $20k be dropped? Learn more…
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Baldrey's Beat: BC-wide fireworks ban, Reopening Riverview, & Freeland hints at Canadian recession!
Today on Baldrey's Beat: Fireworks fight in Delta involving over 400 youths furthers the discussion of a province-wide fireworks ban. Today's funeral for RCMP…
- The Mike Smyth Show
November 1, 2022: BC doctor deal, Short-stay tax, & One-on-one with David Eby!
On today's show: Learning the details about the new BC doctor deal Is a short-stay tax a viable solution to fund public events? David Eby outlines his platform…
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Baldrey's Beat: New BC doctor deal, Doug McCallum's trial, & Fireworks ban!
Today on Baldrey's Beat: Keith reacts to the new deal made with BC doctors. Should Surrey taxpayers pay for Doug McCallum's legal fees? Debating the…
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October 31, 2022: Michelin Star SNUBS, Social media hate, & Trick-or-Treater safety!
On today's show: Nancy Pelosi’s husband attacked Michelin Star SNUBS in Vancouver Where to draw the line with online hate. Raising concerns about elderly left…
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Vancouver Michelin Star SNUBS!
Vancouver Michelin Star SNUBS! Guest: Alex Gill, Globe and Mail Vancouver Food Critic Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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Online hate manifesting into physical violence
Online hate manifesting into physical violence Guest: Jesse Miller, Social Media Educator + Principal at Mediated Reality Learn more about your ad choices…