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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
Canadian legend Michael Bublé surprises the Greater Vancouver Food Bank!
A recent survey finds Canadian parents are facing major holiday spending stress and grandparents are stepping up. Tips for effectively blending families during…
- The Mike Smyth Show
Michael Bublé surprises Greater Vancouver Food Bank clients with act of kindness
Guest host Rob Fai talks to David Long, CEO of the Greater Vancouver Food Bank Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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Canadian parents face holiday spending stress and grandparents are stepping up
Guest host Rob Fai talks to Lauren Mostowyk, Head, Corporate Affairs & Partnerships at Interac Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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Has Premier David Eby driven away BC's economic future?
Has Premier David Eby driven away BC's economic future? The Provincial government is fast-tracking the construction of a Filipino cultural centre. Is this the…
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Who's going to become the next leader of the BC Conservatives?
The one and only Darrell Jones of "Darrell's Deals" comes on to discuss his potential bid for leader of the BC Conservative party. We continue our ongoing…
- The Mike Smyth Show
Baldrey's Beat: Will Darrell Jones run for BC Conservative leadership?
Will Darrell Jones run for BC Conservative leadership? Mike and Keith unpack Trump's address to the nation last night. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit…
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Will Conservative MP Aaron Gunn make the big jump to provincial politics?
Will Conservative MP Aaron Gunn make the big jump to provincial politics? We bring him on to find out! Chaos ensuing at the Board of Metro Vancouver! Their top…
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Baldrey's Beat: OneBC is officially no longer a party
A big update on the Provincial politics front: OneBC is no longer an official party. Will MP Aaron Gunn make a bid for BC Conservative leadership? Guest: Keith…
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World cup ticket prices are OUT OF CONTROL
What needs to be done to solve BC's housing crisis? Is the solution to build more social housing? Plus, World Cup ticket prices are out of control, and fans…
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Baldrey's Beat: BC politics is heating up
Save-on Foods President Darrell Jones is considering running for the BC Conservatives. Would he be a strong-enough leader? Is OneBC still a party? Guest: Keith…
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The latest on the Richmond land ruling
Conservative MLA Harman Bahngu joins us to discuss Surrey extortion cases and the latest on the Richmond Cowichan land ruling. Guest: Harman Bhangu -…
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Save-on Foods president considering run for BC conservative leadership
BC is getting WALLOPED by heavy rain. How are things looking in Abbotsford? Tourists from 42 countries will soon have to hand over their social media info if…
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Baldrey's Beat: Could Darrell Jones be the next leader of the BC Conservatives?
Save-on- Foods president Darrell Jones is considering running to become the next leader of the BC Conservatives. Does he have a shot? Dallas Brodie has been…
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Checking in on the Abbotsford flooding situation
BC's been getting absolutely walloped by heavy rain. How are things looking in Abbotsford? Guest: Bruce Banman - Conservative MLA for Abbotsford South Guest…
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One-on-one with Vancouver Mayor Ken Sim
Vancouver Mayor Ken Sim joins us to discuss the massive Whitecaps stadium deal. Where will it be built? How much will it cost? BC is still importing…
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Friday Face-off: Conservative MP crosses the floor to the Liberals
Conservative MP Michael Ma has crossed floor to Liberals, leaving them just 1 seat short of a majority. Does this endanger Pierre Poilievre in leadership…
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Everything to know about the flood-watch if you're in Chilliack
Chilliwack Mayor Ken Popove joins us to talk about everything residents need to know about the flood-watch in the Fraser Valley. Guest: Ken Popove - Mayor of…
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How did Ryan Wedding go from snowboarder to wanted drug trafficker?
We kick things off with a pipeline debate! Does it make sense to have one coming through BC from Alberta? Can we really trust AI travel influencers? How did…
- The Mike Smyth Show
Baldrey's Beat: Will Hastings Park be replaced with a dedicated Whitecaps stadium??
We're keeping a close eye on the potential flooding happening in the province. Will there be a new Vancouver Whitecaps soccer stadium? Guest: Keith Baldrey -…
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Construction wreaking havoc on Broadway businesses
Businesses along Broadway continue to struggle amid ongoing construction chaos. Should the government step up to help them? Mike brings on a veteran racehorse…
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Baldrey's Beat: Politicians fighting over something that doesn't exit
A pipeline fight is erupting in Ottawa. Is this just a part of the game of politics? A bombshell land-claim ruling in Richmond continues to draw major…
- The Mike Smyth Show
How to handle DRIPA and the latest on Richmond land disputes
How to handle DRIPA, and the latest on Richmond land disputes Guest: Steve Kooner - BC Conservative MLA for Richmond-Queensborough Learn more about your ad…
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Where are all the local hires?
Tim Horton’s wants more temporary foreign workers... What about local hires?! Is the new Riverview Bridge adequate for growing traffic demand? More and more…
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Baldrey's Beat: Making amends to DRIPA
There was a recent call by the BC Conservatives to recall the legislature to immediately repeal DRIPA (the law requiring governments to align legislation…
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Top tips to help you avoid all those pesky holiday scams
With pulp and paper mills shutting down across the province, many industry workers are fearing this is only just the beginning. It's the question on a lot of…
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Repealing DRIPA
The BC Conservatives tried recalling the legislature to repeal DRIPA (the law requiring governments to align legislation, develop action plans, and work with…
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BC Conservatives leadership, DRIPA amendments, & revisiting the mystery of Malaysia Airlines Flight 370
Could Port Coquitlam mayor Brad West jump into the BC Conservative race? Should B.C. hit rewind on DRIPA? The debate over Indigenous rights, land, and consent…
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DRIPA Amendment, Crofton Mill, and the fate of the Vancouver Whitecaps
Ravi Kahlon joins us to talk Crofton Mill closure, Whitecaps contract, DRIPA amendments, and more. Guest: Ravi Kahlon - MLA for Delta North and Minister of…
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Baldrey's Beat: Amending DRIPA, and what else is Vancouver about to lose?
Who's in control? Elected officials...or judges? Why amending DRIPA matters. With news that Vancouver may lose its MLS team, we take a look at what else…
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Rustad RESIGNS as leader of the BC Conservative Party
A truly wild day in Provincial politics! John Rustad announced he is stepping down as leader of the BC Conservative party. Our coverage includes the moment the…
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One-on-one with John Rustad following his resignation
Less than an hour after his official resignation as BC Conservative leader, John Rustad joins us to discuss how he finally came to this decision and what he…
- The Mike Smyth Show
BC Conservative leader John Rustad announces his resignation
The BC Conservative party is facing leadership turmoil. The Mike Smyth Show got the exclusive breaking announcement that John Rustad is stepping down. Guest…
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Wayne Gretzky's controversial friendship with Donald Trump
Is this the beginning of the end for an iconic Vancouver race track? As e-scooter injury cases rise, is it time we begin requiring insurance for riders? Former…
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Baldrey's Beat: Cancelling Truth & Reconciliation Day?
The leader of the OneBC party is garnering major attention for introducing a bill to cancel Truth & Reconciliation Day. Some recent changes to BC's gambling…
- The Mike Smyth Show
Highlighting the pressures being faced by first responders
First responders continue to be put through the ringer. And as street drugs get more potent, their job hazards are only going to get worse. Learn more about…
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Bill's Beat: Could the BC/Alberta pipeline already be over?
Could the BC/Alberta pipeline dream be over before it's even begun? New polling shows Carney well ahead of Poilievre personally, but the Liberals and…
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Should Canada ban social media for kids under 16?
Australia is banning social media for children under sixteen. Should Canada follow suit? The holidays are fast approaching, and experts are warning parents…
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Can you have a pipeline AND a tanker ban?
It's a question being asked by British Columbians across the province: Can you have a pipeline AND a tanker ban? That's what Premier David Eby Guest: John…
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What’s the problem with Bitcoin ATMs?
Mayoral candidate Kareem Allam comes on to discuss the problems associated with Bitcoin ATMs and what he wants to do about it if he were to be elected. Guest…
- The Mike Smyth Show
Pipeline, or pipe dream?!
Premier David Eby says he's open to the idea of a pipeline, but the conditions he's listed are raising eyebrows. Are the deals we're seeing being advertised…
- The Mike Smyth Show
Baldrey's Beat: Pipeline or pipe-dream?
Pipeline talk! BC Premier David Eby says he'd be open to discussions about a pipeline, but it comes with some very specific conditions. In other news, Premier…
- The Mike Smyth Show
Premier Eby's pipeline battle, the ongoing debate for it, & changes for veteran health coverage
B.C.'s Premier was left out of crucial pipeline talks while Alberta's Danielle Smith and Prime Minister Mark Carney walked away all smiles after a pipeline…
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PM Carney and Premier Smith announce major pipeline agreement!
Today the federal and Alberta governments are signing a memorandum of understanding to develop a pipeline between Alberta and BC to deliver oil to Asian…
- The Mike Smyth Show
Bill's Beat: Major pipeline announcement from PM Carney
Prime Minister Mark Carney and the federal government are announcing a landmark memorandum of understanding with Alberta Premier Danielle Smith. Guest: Bill…
- The Mike Smyth Show
One-on-one with investigative sports journalist Rick Westhead!
Investigative sports journalist Rick Westhead joins us for a riveting discussion about his new book about hockey culture. Guest: Rick Westhead - Investigative…
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Baldrey's Beat: Celebration of Light CANCELLED
The iconic Celebration of Light fireworks festival has been cancelled indefinitely due to lack of funding. Pipeline politics continues to heat up in Canada…
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Is Ken Sim's tax freeze pandering for the next election?
Vancouver Mayor Ken Sim delivered on his promise of a property tax freeze. Is this just pandering for the next election? A recent spike in bear attacks is…
- The Mike Smyth Show
The current state of Canada/US relations
There is still so much in the air regarding Canada/US relations. What can be done to get trade talks back on track? Guest: Dr. Keith Martin - Former MP now…
- The Mike Smyth Show
Does BC need to light the "Vacancy" sign on short term rentals?
Does BC need to light the "Vacancy" sign on short term rentals? Guest: Gavin Dew, Conservative MLA for Kelowna-Mission Learn more about your ad choices. Visit…
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Carney's trade pitch - Cowichan land claim - STR Amendments
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Baldrey's Beat: Carney trade & Pipeline politics
GUEST: Keith Baldrey, Global News Legislative Bureau Chief Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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Bill's Beat: Tanker ban & Rustad's future
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Alberta's new private surgery model - Canada-US trade talk stall - Grizzly attack in Bella Coola
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School group attacked by grizzly in Bella Coola
School group attacked by grizzly in Bella Coola Guest: Mark Hall, Director of Wild Origins Canada, and Host of The Hunter Conservationist Podcast Learn more…
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Is there a way to resolve the Cowichan land claim while protecting private property?
Is there a way to resolve the Cowichan land claim while protecting private property? Guest: Scott McInnis, BC Conservative Deputy Critic for Indigenous…
- The Mike Smyth Show
Cash strapped transit - Cowichan land claim - Rise in auto theft
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Bill's Beat: Tanker ban & Hoekstra the bully
GUEST: Bill Tieleman, Strategy and communications consultant and veteran campaigner in BC Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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Transit funding competition results
Transit funding competition results Guest: Denis Agar, Executive Director of Movement: Metro Vancouver Transit Riders Learn more about your ad choices. Visit…
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Drug consumption site pushback - EV mandate u-turn -Unfair Costco lotto tickets
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Baldrey's Beat: EV mandate & Poilievre polling
GUEST: Keith Baldrey, Global News Legislative Bureau Chief Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices