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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
Full show: East Hastings encampment, & Identity theft!
On today's show: East Hastings encampment debate How are police handling homelessness, addiction, and mental illness on the Downtown East Side? BC human rights…
- The Mike Smyth Show
Baldrey's Beat: BC NDP leadership, Telus LifePlus, & Donald Trump
Today on Baldrey's Beat: The search for BC NDP leadership continues! Is Telus Health breaking the rules by offering their LifePlus medical services? Will the…
- The Mike Smyth Show
August 10, 2022: Loud vehicles, Dental care, & Volunteer work!
On today's show: Police are cracking down on loud vehicles Will Trudeau deliver on national dental care? Comparing/contrasting the housing crunch in Canada vs…
- The Mike Smyth Show
Baldrey's Beat: Tent City cleared from DTES, Riverview hospital, & Donald Trump
Today on Baldrey's Beat: Yesterday's clearing of East Hasting's tent city quickly turned violent. Seeing tent cities pop up in Vancouver raises an important…
- The Mike Smyth Show
August 9, 2022: Kevin Falcon, Pharmacists renewing prescriptions, & FBI raid Mar-A-Lago!
On today's show: Crime, justice system and BC’s wildfire response with Kevin Falcon. Should pharmacists be able to renew subscriptions? Staffing across BC…
- The Mike Smyth Show
Baldrey's Beat: Crime in Vancouver, & Trump's house raided by FBI
Today on Baldrey's Beat: Crime is up on the streets of Vancouver, and many are pointing their fingers at Mayor Kennedy Stewart. Trump's Mar-a-lago home was…
- The Mike Smyth Show
August 8, 2022: Amanda Todd case, Granville Street machete attack, & Alex Jones lawsuit
On today's show: Aydin Coban found guilty in Amanda Todd case. Granville Street machete attack sparks further conversation about crime and disorder in…
- The Mike Smyth Show
Baldrey's Beat: Rising crime in Vancouver, & Baseball Hall of Fame
Today on Baldrey's Beat: Crime is up in the city of Vancouver, and Kevin Falcon says blame David Eby! Does Pete Rose belong in the Baseball Hall of Fame? Learn…
- The Mike Smyth Show
August 5, 2022: Electric vehicle rebates, Living the van life, & Britney Griner!
On today's show: BC is boosting its electric vehicle rebates, but is also stiffening eligibility. What can you learn from living the van life? Why did Russia…
- The Mike Smyth Show
Baldrey's Beat: John Coupar exits mayoral race, David Eby, & Dick Cheney
Today on Baldrey's Beat: Park Board Commissioner John Coupar is no longer running for Mayor. David Eby poised to be the next BC Premier. Dick Cheney had choice…
- The Mike Smyth Show
August 4, 2022: Concert ticket prices, Narcos, & 3D printed guns!
On today's show: Why are concert ticket prices off the charts? Why are Narcos' trademarking their names as fashion brands? PLUS The rise and fall of Felix…
- The Mike Smyth Show
Baldrey's Beat: High ticket prices, Pierre Poilievre, & Premier John Horgan
Today on Baldrey's Beat: Bruce Springsteen ticket prices are through the ROOF. Pierre Poilievre skipped last night's Conservative leadership debate. John…
- The Mike Smyth Show
August 3, 2022: BC Housing CEO resigns, Cleaning the DTES, & Taxing "Big Oil"
On today's show: Will the retirement of BC Housing’s CEO impact future developments? Making a lasting change in the DTES without removing tents. Should we…
- The Mike Smyth Show
Baldrey's Beat: BC Housing CEO resigns, Taiwan-China tension, & Vin Sully
Today on Baldrey's Beat: The BC Housing CEO announced he's stepping down. Mike and Keith discuss Nancy Pelosi's trip to Taiwan. Legendary announcer Vin Scully…
- The Mike Smyth Show
August 2, 2022: Family doctor shortage, British monarchy, & Nuclear weapons!
On today's show: Campaigning against the family doctor shortage Should Prince Charles step aside and let William be King? U.N. meeting set to talk nuclear…
- The Mike Smyth Show
Baldrey's Beat: Family doctor shortage, Job vacancies, & Pierre Polievre
Today on Baldrey's Beat: A Victoria couple resorted to shelling out 600 dollars for a newspaper in an attempt to find a family doctor. There is a massive list…
- The Mike Smyth Show
Full show: Tire deflators, Keeping your old car, & PNE wooden rollercoaster!
On today's show: A group of people are going around taking the air out of SUV tires! Should you keep your old car or buy a new one? The wooden rollercoaster is…
- The Mike Smyth Show
Baldrey's Beat: Trudeau's housing comments, Phil Mickelson gets heckled, & Finding a doctor
Today on Baldrey's Beat: PM Justin Trudeau comments on young people struggling to find housing. Golfer Phil Mickelson faced with hecklers as the LIV tour…
The Mike Smyth ShowBaldrey's Beat: Rise in Monkey pox cases, Hockey Canada, & LIV golf backlash
Today on Baldrey's Beat: We are seeing a steady rise in Monkey Pox cases. Many are having doubts about Scott Smith's future with Hockey Canada. Mental health a…
The Mike Smyth ShowFull show: David Eby interview, Air conditioners, & Third Beach drum circle!
On today's show: Talking to David Eby about his NDP leadership bid Air conditioner rules in Stratas Third Beach drum circle forces lifeguards to be pulled…
The Mike Smyth ShowBaldrey's Beat: David Eby, Hockey Canada backlash, & Danielle Smith criticism
On today's show: Keith reacts to Mike's earlier interview with NDP candidate David Eby. Hockey Canada continues to feel backlash from the numerous sexual…
The Mike Smyth ShowFull show: Kitsilano housing, Robby Alkhalil jail break, & Saudi golf league
On today's show: Kitsilano supportive housing project drawing mixed reactions. How did Robby Alkhalil break out of jail?! Saudi pro golf league holding…
The Mike Smyth ShowBaldrey's Beat: Burnt out healthcare workers, January 6th hearings, & Danielle Smith controversy
Today on Baldrey's Beat: Healthcare workers are burnt out, and John Horgan says he wants to help them. January 6th hearings suggest Trump could be criminally…
The Mike Smyth ShowJuly 26, 2022: Langley shooting aftermath, Homelessness debate, & Pope Francis' apology
On today's show: The aftermath of the Langley shooting Homelessness debate! The historical significance of Pope Francis' apology Learn more about your ad…
The Mike Smyth ShowBaldrey's Beat: Harper endorses Pollievre, UK Prime Minister search, & PNE wooden rollercoaster!
Today on Baldrey's Beat: Former PM Stephen Harper endorses Pierre Poilievre for leader of the Conservative party The search continues for the next UK Prime…
The Mike Smyth ShowFull show: Escape of Robby Alkhalil, Buying a home, & Whistler shooting
On today's show: The escape of Robby Alkhalil reveals many flaws in our province's security Income over $220,000 needed to buy a home in Toronto and Vancouver…
The Mike Smyth ShowFull show: Vancouver 2030 Olympic bid, Affording a home, & Hells Angels rally!
On today's show: Vancouver is moving ahead with their 2030 Olympic bid New report shows Canadians are willing to move in order to afford a home Liberal MLA…
The Mike Smyth ShowBaldrey's Beat: BC Ferries CEO fired, & 'Big Oil' lawsuit
On today's show: BC Ferries FIRES its CEO! More than 600,000 taxpayer dollars going towards "Big Oil" lawsuit Learn more about your ad choices. Visit…
The Mike Smyth ShowFull show: Big Oil lawsuit, Fake police officer in North Van, & Driving old cars!
On today's show: Big Oil lawsuit debate! Fake cop reported to be stopping drivers in North Van BC Drivers sticking with their old cars amid shortage Learn more…
The Mike Smyth ShowBaldrey's Beat: Home buying cooling-off period, Speculation and Vacancy tax, & BC NDP leadership
Today on Baldrey's Beat: BC Finance Minister Selina Robinson announces 3 day cooling off period for home purchases. Selina Robinson also announces an expansion…
The Mike Smyth ShowFull show: Kevin Falcon reacts, London heat wave, & World Butcher Challenge!
On today's show: Kevin Falcon responds to David Eby's big announcement! It got BLAZING HOT in London this past week Rent is sky-high in Vancouver & Richmond!…
The Mike Smyth ShowFull show: Suing Big Oil, Hospital staff shortages, & Moving to Canada
On today's show: Proposed taxpayer-financed lawsuit against Big Oil debate Feeling the crunch of staff shortages in hospitals More and more Americans are…
The Mike Smyth ShowBaldrey's Beat: BC NDP leadership, Surrey Mayor race, & Vancouver Park Board chaos!
Today on Baldrey's Beat: The search for BC NDP leadership continues. Sukh Dhaliwal announces his candidacy for Surrey mayor. Chaos erupted at last night's VPB…
The Mike Smyth ShowFull show: Private healthcare debate, Outdoor cats, & Vaping!
On today's show: Private health care debate! Should Vancouver ban outdoor cats? What’s next for the vaping industry? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit…
The Mike Smyth ShowBaldrey's Beat: Healthcare waiting lists, NDP leadership, & Surrey mayor leadership
Today on Baldrey's Beat: What are the pros and cons of a dual private/public healthcare system? The NDP leadership race is heating up! Who will we see take…
The Mike Smyth ShowFull show: Random COVID testing, Out of control tipping, & DB Cooper!
On today's show: The shooting of Ripudaman Singh Malik Random COVID-19 testing resumes for international air passengers Home equity tax debate! Is tipping out…
The Mike Smyth ShowBaldrey's Beat: Dr. Brian Day loses in BC court of appeal, Shooting of Ripudaman Singh Malik, & Pierre Polievre
Today on Baldrey's Beat: Dr. Brian Day loses in BC court of appeal. Will he take his take to the Supreme court? Mike and Keith briefly touch on the shooting of…
The Mike Smyth ShowFull show: Inflation woes, Conservative leadership, & E-scooters!
On today's show: Talking inflation with Liberal MLA Peter Milobar! Pierre Polievre discusses his quest for Conservative party leadership Popeyes chicken…
The Mike Smyth ShowBaldrey's Beat: New COVID numbers, Tax rebate, & NDP leadership
Today on Baldrey's Beat: New COVID numbers are set to be released today. The new COVID variant is also set to be discussed. Will British Columbians be getting…
The Mike Smyth ShowFull show: Vancouver crime, Fighting traffic tickets, & Super-maximum security prison!
On today's show: Why BC healthcare matters Brutal mugging in Kitsilano highlights the dramatic rise in crime in Vancouver Is fighting traffic tickets easier…
The Mike Smyth ShowBaldrey's Beat: Premier press conference, Massey Tunnel, & Interest rate hike
Today on Baldrey's Beat: Mike & Keith discuss yesterday's Premier press conference on health care funding Ground has broken on the Massey tunnel project. Will…
The Mike Smyth ShowFull show: Canada's doctor shortage, Sea to Sky garbage, & Ground beef warning labels!
On today's show: Why can’t cash solve Canada’s doctor shortage? The Sea to Sky’s fight against garbage Discussing ground beef warning labels on International…
The Mike Smyth ShowBaldrey's Beat: Canadian healthcare, Next BC Premier, & Boris Johnson
Today on Baldrey's Beat: Canada's premiers met in Victoria to discuss the ongoing healthcare crisis. Mike & Keith ponder over who will be the next BC Premier…
The Mike Smyth ShowFull show: Small-town emergency rooms, Saanich bank robbery, & Hollywood mob actors!
On today's show: Small-town emergency rooms shutting down Rogers outage forces North Van café to make the best out of a bad situation The latest on the Saanich…
The Mike Smyth ShowFull show: Massey tunnel, Interest rates debate, & Wolf cull court battle!
On today's show: Politics is getting in the way of the Massey tunnel Red tape battles with Vancouver City Hall Recession/interest rates debate! Wolf cull…
The Mike Smyth ShowFull show: BC leadership, Cutting gas taxes, & Boris Johnson resigns!
On today's show: Is David Eby a shoe-in to be the next BC Premier? Langley Chamber of Commerce calling for gas tax cuts Boris Johnson officially resigns as UK…
The Mike Smyth ShowFull show: Property taxes, Saanich bank robbery, & Logs on the beach!
On today's show: We HAVE to talk about the Assembly of First Nations Annual General Meeting Property tax expert answers YOUR housing questions! Discussing the…
The Mike Smyth ShowBaldrey's Beat: Next BC Premier, Conservative Party in disarray, & BCGEU wage offer
On today's show: Who will become the next BC premier? Patrick Brown's candidacy terminated by the Conservative Party. BC government releases wage offer to…
The Mike Smyth ShowFull show: Property taxes, US shootings, & Returning to the office!
On today's show: Property taxes and housing affordability with Paul Sullivan! Shootings continue to plague the US How do YOU feel about going back to the…
The Mike Smyth ShowBaldrey's Beat: School strikes, Next BC Premier, & Saanich bank robbery
Today on Baldrey's Beat: A job action is looming as BCGEU talks break down. With John Horgan stepping down as BC premier, who is going to take his place? More…
The Mike Smyth ShowFull show: VPD Officer charged with assault, COVID affecting other viruses, & Arbutus and 8th housing plan!
On today's show (with guest host Jody Vance): VPD Officer charged with assault Is COVID affecting other viruses and flus? If so, how? Everything you need to…
The Mike Smyth ShowFull Show with guest host Jody Vance: Canadians mad about passport lines, Border and ferry wait times on Canada Day & The perfect cocktail for this long weekend
On today's show: People are mad about passport lines Border and ferry wait times on Canada Day How to make a perfect Canada Day cocktail Learn more about your…
The Mike Smyth ShowBaldrey's Beat: Protests on Canada Day, Stretched workforce across the board & The latest on passports and airports
Today on Baldrey's Beat Canada Day protests How absences are really hitting the stretched workforce across the board Passports, airports and healthcare workers…
The Mike Smyth ShowFull Show with Guest Host Jody Vance: Air Canada reducing flights, New variants and masks & Doctors left with broken system
On the show today: Duncan Dee - Former Air Canada COO & Aviation expert Jason Tetro - Microbiologist, Host of The Super Awesome Science Show Nakul Mehra -…
The Mike Smyth ShowFull Show with guest host Jody Vance: Horgan stepping down, January 6th committee & Giant cedar found!
On the show today: Jesse Miller - Social Media Educator, Founder Mediated Reality Sonia Fursteneau - Leader of the BC Green Party Reggie Cecchini - Global…
The Mike Smyth ShowBaldrey’s Beat - Premier Horgan steps down & Saanich shooting.
Guest: Keith Baldrey - Global Legislative Bureau Chief Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
The Mike Smyth ShowFull Show with guest host Jody Vance: War in Ukraine, Therapeutic fibbing & COVID-19 hospitalizations
On today's show: Ukraine the latest Western Fatigue Vancouver Producers created a video series for Alzheimer's treatment called Therapeutic Fibbing The skinny…
The Mike Smyth ShowFull Show with guest host Jody Vance: Roe v. Wade overturned fallout, Fourth dose impatience & Heat wave across B.C.
On today's show: Roe v. Wade overturned fallout Monkeypox and COVID-19: fourth dose impatience Lessons from a heat dome Learn more about your ad choices. Visit…
The Mike Smyth ShowBaldrey's Beat: BCGEU contract resumes & Government vs. Teachers of B.C.
Today on Baldrey's Beat BCGEU contract resuming Government vs. Teachers of B.C. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
The Mike Smyth ShowJune 24th, 2022: Are we seeing an increase in the number of sports gamblers? The Great Bitcoin Debate & What is the federal government doing to fix wait times for passports?
On today's show: FIFA comes to Vancouver, Saudi LIV Golf & sports gambling addictions? The Great Bitcoin Debate… Is Crypto Currency the future? Or will the…