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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
Friday Face-off: Could we see a snap election in BC?
Darrell Jones is expected to announce he's running for the BC Conservative leadership. Could we see a snap election in BC? Unpacking the drama at the World…
- The Mike Smyth Show
Is the Alberta separatist movement gaining steam?
Is the Alberta separatist movement gaining steam? There's a petition going around that'll trigger a referendum vote if it gets enough signatures. Is it good…
- The Mike Smyth Show
Baldrey's Beat: Change or eliminate DRIPA?
Premier David Eby is saying he wants to make changes to DRIPA, but the opposition is saying it needs to be eliminated all-together. The head of the BC…
- The Mike Smyth Show
The logistical nightmare of discovering indigenous artifacts on your land
You would think that discovering indigenous artifacts on your land would be exciting, but it's actually turning out to be a financial and logistical nightmare…
- The Mike Smyth Show
Baldrey's Beat: Trump speaks at The World Economic Forum
The province announced earlier this week that it is further postponing changes to the Heritage Conservation Act that could increase Indigenous oversight over…
- The Mike Smyth Show
Unpacking Trump's speech at the World Economic Forum
Trump gave his much-anticipated speech at the World Economic Forum in Davos, Switzerland. Guest: Spencer Fernando - Canadian writer and Political Analyst. His…
- The Mike Smyth Show
What impact will Chinese EVs have on the Canadian auto sector?
What impact will Chinese EVs have on the Canadian auto sector? Guest: Lana Payne - Unifor National President Learn more about your ad choices. Visit…
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What impact will Chinese EVs have on the Canadian auto sector?
What impact will Chinese EVs have on the Canadian auto sector? We're hearing mixed opinions from both sides, so we'll be digging into that. Canadian gun owners…
- The Mike Smyth Show
Baldrey's Beat: Highlights from the World Economic Forum
Mike and Keith discuss some of the key highlights from the World Economic Forum in Davos, Switzerland. Is Trump really going to take Greenland? His threats…
- The Mike Smyth Show
College basketball cheating scandal rattles the NCAA
Will Trump move on Greenland? Should Canada send troops in support of Denmark? A college basketball cheating scandal is sending shockwaves through the NCAA…
- The Mike Smyth Show
Baldrey's Beat: The latest on the BC Conservative leadership race
Mike and Keith start by discussing which people are officially in the running for the BC Conservative leadership. Plus, should Canada send troops to Greenland…
- The Mike Smyth Show
Will Trump move on Greenland?
Will Trump move on Greenland? The situation continues to escalate. Guest: Keith Martin - Former MP now based in Washington DC, Executive Director of the…
- The Mike Smyth Show
Would YOU buy a Chinese EV?
Prime Minister Carney's latest trade deal with China would see the dropping of tariffs on Chinese-made electric vehicles, and it's being met with mixed…
- The Mike Smyth Show
Bill's Beat: Who's the latest to join the BC Conservative leadership race?
Former MLA Iain Black and political commentator Caroline Elliot are the latest people to join the BC Conservative leadership race. What do we know about them?…
- The Mike Smyth Show
Another extortion-related shooting in Surrey - Richmond surveillance - Plug pulled on decriminalization
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- The Mike Smyth Show
Baldrey's Beat: Possible teacher strike & Decriminalization fail
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Should Canada increase relations with the Chinese government?
GUEST: Michael Kovrig, Senior Adviser, Asia for International Crisis Group Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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Which BC municipality is taking the most out of your wallet?
We start by talking about property taxes in BC! Which municipality is digging the deepest into your wallet? Do BC's billionaires need to pay more taxes? BC…
- The Mike Smyth Show
Baldrey's Beat: Who are the front-runners of the BC Conservative leadership race?
Chris Gardner is officially NOT running for BC Conservative leadership due to a health condition. Who are the current front-runners? A restaurant owner is…
- The Mike Smyth Show
Does B.C. need a wealth tax?
Does B.C. need a wealth tax? Guest: Emily Lowan, BC Green Party leader Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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The latest on protests in Iran
The latest on protests in Iran Guest: Negar Mojtahedi, Reporter for Iran International, host of the Eye For Iran Podcast series Learn more about your ad…
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Broadway subway construction is DESTROYING local businesses
Ongoing construction for the Broadway line is wreaking havoc on businesses along the corridor. Should the government step in to help? We talk about how entire…
- The Mike Smyth Show
Baldrey's Beat: PM Carney in Prince Rupert today
Prime Minister Mark Carney is in Prince Rupert right now to talk to First Nations. Could a pipeline be part of the conversation? Who else is throwing their hat…
- The Mike Smyth Show
The rise of medical tourism
A new study is shining a light on the growing number of people leaving Canada for surgery abroad. Guest: Nadeem Esmail -Director of Health Policy at the Fraser…
- The Mike Smyth Show
The latest on B.C.'s labour and unemployment
The latest on B.C.'s labour and unemployment Guest: Peter Milobar, BC Conservative MLA for Kamloops Centre, official opposition finance critic Learn more about…
- The Mike Smyth Show
Trump vs. The World
Multiple provinces are mandating a return-to-office policy for government employees, but BC isn't budging. Could that change? It's Trump vs the world as he…
- The Mike Smyth Show
Tackling rampant crime in Nanaimo and the rest of BC
It's a dreary site in Nanaimo. Shoplifting and petty crime has become so rampant that grocery store-owners are now locking up their meat. Guest: Kevan Shaw -…
- The Mike Smyth Show
Friday Face-off: Trump vs. the world
This edition of the Friday Face-off tries to unpack all the wild things happening in the US right now. Guest: Bill Tieleman - Political Strategist and former…
- The Mike Smyth Show
Trump's wild start to 2026
Between the horrific ICE shooting in Minneapolis, to the controversial capturing of Venezuelan president Nicolás Maduro, it's been a wild start for the US in…
- The Mike Smyth Show
Is it time to re-criminalize drugs in BC?
BC is the only province that has decriminalized drugs, and the numbers show it isn't doing enough. Is it time to scrap it? A viral video is putting WestJet in…
- The Mike Smyth Show
Baldrey's Beat: BC Conservative leadership race is heating up
The BC Conservative leadership race is really heating up. Kootenays businessman Warren Hamm has announced he is throwing his hat into the ring. Pierre…
- The Mike Smyth Show
London Drugs closing ANOTHER Vancouver location
Doug Spencer comes on to discuss the brazen extortions happening all over the Fraser Valley. We'll also talk about London Drugs' announcement that they're…
- The Mike Smyth Show
Chronic Wasting Disease spreading in wildlife populations
Chronic Wasting disease spreading in wildlife populations Guest: Mark Hall, Founder and executive director of Wild Origins Canada, Host of The Hunter…
- The Mike Smyth Show
Yuri Fulmer officially throws his hat in the BC Conservative leadership ring
Yuri Fulmer officially throws his hat in the BC Conservative leadership ring Guest: Yuri Fulmer, BC Conservative leadership candidate Learn more about your ad…
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The future of the BC Conservative Party
His name is Yuri Fulmer, and he is officially running to become the next leader of the BC Conservatives. What future does he see for the party? Desparate…
- The Mike Smyth Show
Baldrey's Beat: Making the case for building a pipeline in Northern BC
Mike and Keith unpack our earlier conversation with BC Conservative leadership candidate Yuri Fulmer. Recent events in Venezuela are spurring more calls for a…
- The Mike Smyth Show
Trump and Venezuela
Trump's military action in Venezuela continues to draw reactions from around the world. Guest: Charlie Angus - Former NDP MP for Timmins-James Bay in Ontario…
- The Mike Smyth Show
The latest updates on the US/Venezuela situation!
Reggie Cecchini joins us to highlight the latest updates on the US/Venezuela situation! Are the BC Conservatives wrong about DRIPA and land claims? Chinese EV…
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Bill's Beat: Trump's takeover of Venezuela
Trump and the US government are taking over oil production in Venezuela. Should Canada be worried? It's still unclear who the next BC Conservative leader will…
- The Mike Smyth Show
Could the Venezuela situation get even worse?
Could the Venezuela situation get even worse? Guest: Roxanna Vigil - International Affairs Fellow in National Security at Council on Foreign Relations Learn…
- The Mike Smyth Show
Baldrey's Beat: Trump captures Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro
Trump announces the capture of Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro. What does this mean for the future of Venezuela and the rest of the world? Who is confirmed…
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Venezuela is being turned upside-down by Donald Trump
Venezuela is being turned upside-down by Donald Trump. How will this drama unfold? Fees and taxes in BC are going up Up UP in 2026. Where is that going to most…
- The Mike Smyth Show
US captures Venezuelan president
The US has captured Venezuelan president Nicolás Maduro, and Trump is now saying the US is taking over the whole country. Guest: Dave Levinthal - Investigative…
- The Mike Smyth Show
Ipsos poll shows Canadians are coming into 2026 hopefully pessimistic
How close are B.C. paramedics to striking? Ipsos poll shows Canadians are coming into 2026 hopefully pessimistic. Thousands of public & private sector workers…
- The Mike Smyth Show
If you think Alberta is bluffing about separation, think again!
If you think Alberta is bluffing about separation, think again. The conversation is beginning to get serious. Highlighting the biggest music stories of 2025…
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Bill's Beat: Looking ahead to politics in 2026
Israel has just barred 37 aid agencies from continuing to operate in Gaza effective January 1 - including some Canadian groups A new international poll says…
- The Mike Smyth Show
Is our immigration system still a gold standard for the world?
Is our immigration system still a gold standard for the world? Or are Plus, we look back at the year that was in federal spending! Finally, is Canada’s prison…
- The Mike Smyth Show
The biggest Canadian stories of the year!
We begin by discussing the biggest stories of the year in Canada. Speaking of which, what can Canada do as tensions in Asia rise? Finally, we review the year…
- The Mike Smyth Show
Bill's Beat: Canada giving additional $2.5 billion to Ukraine
Canada is providing an additional $2.5 billion in economic aid for Ukraine. What is the latest on this conflict with Russia? ER closures are becoming a problem…
- The Mike Smyth Show
What are provinces doing with all the U.S. liquor they've pulled from the shelves?
What are Canadian provinces doing with all the U.S. liquor they pulled off from the shelves? Everyone’s eaten, the food coma has begun to seep in, and suddenly…
- The Mike Smyth Show
One-on-one with SANTA CLAUS
The one and only Santa Claus joined us for a full half-hour to take calls from CKNW listeners and their kids! Guest: Santa Claus Learn more about your ad…
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How can we help those less fortunate tonight?
Guest host Rob Fai talks to Nick Wells, Spokesperson, Union Gospel Mission Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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For the things you don't get at Christmas, what are the things on Boxing Day that might be there for you?
Guest host Rob Fai talks to Andy Baryer, Tech and Digital Lifestyle Expert at HandyAndyMedia.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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Everyone’s eaten, the food coma has begun to seep in, and suddenly you’re put in charge of what Christmas movie to put on for the family. Oh the choices, and oh, the responsibility!
Guest host Rob Fai talks to Rick Forchuk - TV Week Magazine Columnist and CKNW Contributor Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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What are Canadian provinces doing with all the U.S. liquor they pulled off from the shelves?
Guest host Rob Fai talks to Jeff Guignard - President & CEO, Wine Growers British Columbia Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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New survey finds many Canadians are looking for a new job in 2026
How does the absence of criminal code protection for vulnerable elderly people represent a significant gap in Bill C-16? A new survey finds a third of Canadian…
- The Mike Smyth Show
Canada’s military needs more recruitment, housing
Guest host Rob Fai talks to Richard Shimooka - Senior Fellow at the Macdonald Laurier Institute specializing in strategic studies, and defence management Learn…
- The Mike Smyth Show
Federal government, First Nations put forward reforms to child welfare system
Guest host Rob Fai talks to Cindy Blackstock - Executive director of the First Nations Child and Family Caring Society of Canada Learn more about your ad…
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A third of Canadian professionals plan to look for a new job in 2026
Guest host Rob Fai talks to Tara Parry - Director, Permanent Services, Robert Half Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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How does the absence of criminal code protection for vulnerable elderly people represent a significant gap in Bill C-16?
Guest host Rob Fai talks to Dr. Saskia Sivananthan, Founder & CEO, The Brainwell Institute Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices