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- StandardSummaries onlyCould an MLB team actually be coming to Vancouver?
Published Apr 24, 2026
BC Premier Eby rcently backed down again on the pausing of key parts of DRIPA, scrapping plans to table a suspension bill this legislative session. Eby claims that this has been the “most challenging work” he’s done as Premier. What's the latest? BC MLA Mable Elmore is calling for unused donations given to the Kapwa Strong Fund to be returned to Lapu Lapu Day victims. Vancouver city councillors have approved a motion that is looking to bring a Major League Baseball (MLB) team to the city. Could
- StandardSummaries onlyView on Politics: DRIPA fallout continues
Published Apr 24, 2026
DRIPA fallout continues. Is it time for a public inquiry? Independent MLA Tara Armstrong delivered a tirade against treaty making and Indigenous rights. The tirade even included a reference to the Nazi/German nationalist “blood and land” doctrine. Guest: Vaughn Palmer - Vancouver Sun Journalist Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
- StandardSummaries onlyCanada is remaining firm in its trade talks with the US
Published Apr 23, 2026
BC Premier David Eby joins us to discuss DRIPA. He says he's backing away from plans to suspend or change parts of the Indigenous rights law, but what comes next? Prime Minister Mark Carney says Canada will not make any concessions just to start trade talks with the US. Is this a sign of rough negotiations ahead? The U.K. Parliament has passed a bill that will permanently outlaw sales of tobacco products, including cigarettes, to anyone born on or after Jan. 1, 2009. Learn more about your ad cho
- StandardSummaries onlyView on Politics: The DRIPA fallout continues...
Published Apr 23, 2026
NDP MLA Joan Phillip is "seriously ill" according to Premier David Eby. The fallout from DRIPA continues. What's the latest? Guest: Vaughn Palmer - Vancouver Sun columnist Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
- StandardSummaries onlyMaking Cents of the Markets for April 22, 2026
Published Apr 22, 2026
GUEST: Lori Pinkowski, A Senior Portfolio Manager at Canaccord Genuity Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
- StandardSummaries onlySouthern route for a new B.C/Alberta oil pipeline? - Trina Hunt murder bombshell - B.C allows rural employers to keep TFWs for another year
Published Apr 22, 2026
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- StandardSummaries onlyView on Politics: New pipeline route? & More on DRIPA
Published Apr 22, 2026
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- StandardSummaries onlyChief Shana Thomas on DRIPA - How to make our neighbourhoods better for seniors - Indigo’s best books for Spring / Summer / and mother’s day!
Published Apr 21, 2026
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- StandardSummaries onlyView on Politics: Eby & DRIPA
Published Apr 21, 2026
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- StandardSummaries onlyMike De Jong on DRIPA Legislation - Get ready for beef to cost more… - How Tariffs are affecting small businesses
Published Apr 20, 2026
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- StandardSummaries onlyView on Politics: Eby's flip flop & Doug Ford's jet fiasco
Published Apr 20, 2026
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- StandardSummaries onlyPeace talks in the Middle East, Canadian Temporary Foreign Workers & Getting medication online
Published Apr 17, 2026
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- StandardSummaries onlyView on Politics: The latest on DRIPA and the need for Temporary Foreign Workers
Published Apr 17, 2026
We get the latest on the DRIPA file in BC and talk about the need for Temporary Foreign Workers here in Canada. Guest: Ben O'Hara Byrne, Global BC Reporter based at the BC Legislature Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
- StandardSummaries onlyFull show: Should BC follow Ontario’s lead on school attendance?
Published Apr 16, 2026
Ontario has introduced legislation making attendance worth 10–15% of the final grade in all secondary school courses. Should BC do the same? The Carney government has paused the federal fuel excise tax from April 20 to Labour Day 2026. Will this help lower airfare? New Westminster has passed a bylaw (third reading) requiring landlords to keep at least one living space at or below 26°C between 8pm and 8am during summer months. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
- StandardSummaries onlyView on Politics: Treaty talk
Published Apr 16, 2026
Treaty talk! Premier David Eby is concerned about the impact of DRIPA on public servants who make decisions on resources, land, other government policies. BC has lost a friend. Seattle columnist Joel Connelly passes at age 78. Guest: Vaughn Palmer - Vancouver Sun Columnist Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
- StandardSummaries onlyShould Pierre Poilievre Step down? - Low snow pack concerns - How to keep from hating your new hobby
Published Apr 15, 2026
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- StandardSummaries onlyMaking Cents of the Markets for April 15, 2026
Published Apr 15, 2026
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- StandardSummaries onlyView on Politics: Carney's gas tax relief & NDP introduces two Indigenous treaties
Published Apr 15, 2026
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- StandardSummaries onlyWhat’s happening now with DRIPA? - The wage gap is growing - 8 hours of sleep isn’t enough???
Published Apr 14, 2026
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- StandardSummaries onlyView on Politics: Eby's many challenges & Toxic drug crisis anniversary
Published Apr 14, 2026
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- StandardSummaries onlyA by-election like no other, New government in Hungary & Data soverignty in Canada
Published Apr 13, 2026
Crime and disorder is forcing small business to reconsider how they protect themselves Guest: SeoRhin Yoo, senior policy analyst, Canadian Federation of Independent Business Orban is out in Hungary! Guest: Kim Lane Scheppele , Professor of Sociology and International Affairs in the Princeton School of Public and International Affairs What is Data Sovereignty? Guest: Michael Geist, Canada Research Chair in Internet and E-Commerce Law at the University of Ottawa Learn more about your ad choices. V
- StandardSummaries onlyView on Politics: DRIPA and the Conservative Leadership
Published Apr 13, 2026
View From Victoria: DRIPA and the Conservative Leadership Guest: Vaughn Palmer, Vancouver Sun Columnist Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
- StandardSummaries onlyProvincial Jobs Numbers - Where things stand on the Strait of Hormuz - Mission ER closures
Published Apr 10, 2026
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- StandardSummaries onlyView from Victoria: DRIPA showdown & Another credit downgrade
Published Apr 10, 2026
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- StandardSummaries onlyFull show: Rebuilding Vancouver's Parks & Rec sector
Published Apr 9, 2026
Last night was the much-anticipated BC Conservative leadership debate. How did it go? Were there any standout performances? Did anyone drop the ball? Ken Sim joins us in-studio to discuss the city's proposal to put a TON of money towards rebuilding the parks & rec sector. The Vancouver Art Gallery is digging into their basement for their latest exhibit. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
- StandardSummaries onlyView From Victoria: What route is Premier Eby trying to take with DRIPA?
Published Apr 9, 2026
View From VictoriaVaughn watched the entire 90 minute BC Conservative leadership debate. Were there any standouts? Did anyone drop the ball? What route is Premier Eby trying to take with DRIPA? Guest: Vaughn Palmer - Vancouver Sun Columnist Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
- StandardSummaries onlyThe latest on the Iran conflict - Should we cut the GST on new homes? - Nobody wants to move, and it’s affecting housing
Published Apr 8, 2026
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- StandardSummaries onlyMaking Cents of the Markets for April 8, 2026
Published Apr 8, 2026
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- StandardSummaries onlyView from Victoria: Conservative leadership race & George Abbott's new role
Published Apr 8, 2026
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- StandardSummaries onlyThe CEO of BC Ferries and the Transportation Minister weigh in on disastrous long weekend & How to get our kids to understand that it’s ok to fail
Published Apr 7, 2026
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- StandardSummaries onlyView from Victoria: Sea to Sky safety & More fiscal bad news for NDP
Published Apr 7, 2026
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- StandardSummaries onlyIran War impact on energy - Easter Weekend BC Ferries fiasco - Vancouver Park Board asking for a billion dollars
Published Apr 6, 2026
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- StandardSummaries onlyView from Victoria: Ferry Fiasco & Conservative leadership race update
Published Apr 6, 2026
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- StandardSummaries onlyFull show: BC Premier Eby wants to make amendments to DRIPA
Published Apr 3, 2026
B.C.'s premier met with First Nations leaders to discuss planned amendments to the Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples Act. The amendments will suspend certain sections of DRIPA, to be introduced after Easter break. What the heck is happening with BC Ferries? Between long-weekend demands and vessels breaking down, it's proving to be a tough time for passengers. When we text more, we speak less, and It’s starting to show. New data shows Americans are speaking roughly 300 fewer words p
- StandardSummaries onlyView From Victoria: David Eby backs down...
Published Apr 3, 2026
View From VictoriaDavid Eby backs down on his vow to pass amendments to the Declaration Act this session. The BC Court of Appeal reverses the earlier BC Supreme Court decision which limited claim to Nootka Island to clear evidence of occupancy. Guest: Vaughn Palmer, Vancouver Sun Columnist Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
- StandardSummaries onlyView from Victoria: Richmond Mayor Malcolm Brodie writes a letter...
Published Apr 2, 2026
Richmond Mayor Malcolm Brodie has written a letter expressing deep concern for his community after a court ruling gave the Cowichan Tribe aboriginal title to hundreds of acres of land. The Ministry of Forests has released a Technical Policy Paper on the evolution of proposed changes to the Heritage Conservation Act (HCA). Guest: Vaughn Palmer - Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
- StandardSummaries onlyFull show: Is getting a job in trades in BC still a good idea?
Published Apr 2, 2026
As construction slows in BC, is getting a job in trades still considered a good plan for your future? Richmond Mayor Malcolm Brodie and City Council have sent a formal letter raising concerns about uncertainty over private property rights in the context of ongoing Aboriginal title negotiations A government internal audit found major administrative failures in BC's Speculation and Vacancy Tax (SVT) program. Where is all the money? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
- StandardSummaries onlyPre-sale condo market looking rough - Sechelt Mayor on TFW reform - Weeding out AI resumes
Published Apr 1, 2026
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- StandardSummaries onlyMaking Cents of the Markets for April 1, 2026
Published Apr 1, 2026
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- StandardSummaries onlyView from Victoria: Eby's poll numbers & Larry Campbell gets an extension
Published Apr 1, 2026
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- StandardSummaries onlyAboriginal Title Transparency Act - Long-term care delays - Decluttering your digital life
Published Mar 31, 2026
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- StandardSummaries onlyView from Victoria: Bill 36 & DRIPA update
Published Mar 31, 2026
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- StandardSummaries onlyCanada's role in the Strait of Hormuz - Crypto donations to political parties - Prediction markets coming to Canada
Published Mar 30, 2026
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- StandardSummaries onlyView from Victoria: Federal NDP & Provincial Conservatives leadership update
Published Mar 30, 2026
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- StandardSummaries onlyThe ongoing energy crisis, NATO spending goals & sueing social media
Published Mar 27, 2026
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- StandardSummaries onlyKickin' It with the Caps: Vaisakhi Match!
Published Mar 27, 2026
The Vancouver Whitecaps are celebrating its fifth-annual Vaisakhi Match! Guest: Ryan Sidhu, whitecaps Director, Community & Social Impact Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
- StandardSummaries onlyView on Politics: Serious charges in the Conservative Caucus
Published Mar 27, 2026
View on Politics: Serious charges in the Conservative Caucus Guest: Vaughn Palmer, Vancouver Sun Columnist Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
- StandardSummaries onlyIs The Government Getting Rid of Climate Goals & Taking Away Cash from Retired People in Canada
Published Mar 26, 2026
BC Cuts climate agency and sends workers to pipeline projects Guest: Sven Biggs, Canadian Oil and Gas Campaign Director Guest: Adrian Dix, BC’s minister of Energy and Climate Solutions Should we trim Old Age security for higher income seniors? Guest: Dr. Paul Kershaw, UBC Professor in the school of public health and Founder of Generation Squeeze Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
- StandardSummaries onlyView From Victoria: What Canada means to Mining
Published Mar 26, 2026
View From VictoriaView From Victoria: What Canada means to Mining Guest: Vaughn Palmer, Vancouver Sun Columnist Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
- StandardSummaries onlyMaking Cents of the Markets for March 25, 2026
Published Mar 25, 2026
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- StandardSummaries onlyFull Show: RCMP recruitment struggles - Should public service employees work from home? - Are social media bans working?
Published Mar 25, 2026
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- StandardSummaries onlyView from Victoria: Conservative leadership race & DRIPA legislation
Published Mar 25, 2026
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- StandardSummaries onlyFull Show: Squamish land back task force - The fog of war in Iran - Changing Canadian banking
Published Mar 24, 2026
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- StandardSummaries onlyView from Victoria: Eby on TFW's & DRIPA amendments
Published Mar 24, 2026
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- StandardSummaries onlyFull Show: Airport safety - The War in Iran destroying cultural heritage - Should military use Chinese EV's
Published Mar 23, 2026
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- StandardSummaries onlyView from Victoria: BC Ferries cancellations & Queen of the North anniversary
Published Mar 23, 2026
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- StandardSummaries onlyFull show: Canada seeing a sharp decline in world happiness rankings
Published Mar 20, 2026
Canada has seen a sharp decline in happiness rankings, falling to 25th out of 147 countries in the 2026 World Happiness Report, its worst result ever. Ten years ago, it ranked 6th. What's causing this? A new Canadian report finds AI systems are using journalism but rarely crediting it. A recent experiment found that AI provided no source attribution 82% of the time when answering questions based on news content. The Nanaimo Regional Hospital District (NRHD) is in the middle of working with the p
- StandardSummaries onlyView From Victoria: Will Eby lead the NDP to the next election?
Published Mar 20, 2026
View From VictoriaPremier Eby had a VERY strange reaction to the province's recent credit downgrade... he claims "I meant to do that" For the first time, BC Conservatives are seriously contemplating that Eby might not lead the BC NDP into the next election. Guest: Vaughn Palmer - Vancouver Sun Reporter Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
- StandardSummaries onlyFull show: How would a BC Conservative Premier tackle our province's debt?
Published Mar 19, 2026
Victims of intimate image abuse can now seek up to $75,000 in compensation through the Civil Resolution Tribunal, with amendments to the Intimate Images Protection Act now in effect. How would a BC Conservative Premier tackle our province's debt? Candidate Iain Black believes the province’s debt is out of control, and that younger generations will be shouldering the high interest rates without enough in the way of benefits from the NDP’s spending. YVR was just voted the best airport in North Ame
- StandardSummaries onlyView from Victoria: The BC Conservative leadership race is heating up
Published Mar 19, 2026
Opinion polls indicate that the BC Conservative leadership race is really heating up. Who has the best chance to go up against the BC NDP? Guest: Vaughn Palmer - Vancouver Sun columnist Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
- StandardSummaries onlyFull Show: 400 U.S. health-care workers coming north - Dwindling international student numbers - Beef price increase
Published Mar 18, 2026
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- StandardSummaries onlyMaking Cents of the Markets for March 18, 2026
Published Mar 18, 2026
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- StandardSummaries onlyView from Victoria - Lytton 5 years later & Eby's brutal poll numbers
Published Mar 18, 2026
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