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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 insightful, informative, and insurgent. From breaking news and developing stories to not letting yesterday’s headlines slip away without a second glance and a bit more scrutiny, The Mike Smyth Show keeps you dialed in and up to date.
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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 because of the BC Heritage Act.
We bring you the latest data on how much electricity BC is importing in order to power the province.
And finally, we'll talk about renovation horror stories with our weekly My House segment featuring Graeme Huguet!
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The province announced earlier this week that it is further postponing changes to the Heritage Conservation Act that could increase Indigenous oversight over development and expand what should be protected.
Trump spoke at the World Economic Forum in Davos, Switzerland. He appeared to walk back his threats about taking Greenland by force, but can that be trusted?
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Trump gave his much-anticipated speech at the World Economic Forum in Davos, Switzerland.
Guest: Spencer Fernando - Canadian writer and Political Analyst. His work has appeared at the hub dot ca and The Briefing newsletter
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What impact will Chinese EVs have on the Canadian auto sector?
Guest: Lana Payne - Unifor National President
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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 are fighting back! They're saying the federal gun buy-back program is punishing legal owners instead of going after the real criminals.
Why has there been such a massive uptick in assaults and violence on public transit?
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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 continue to escalate and no one knows what's going to happen.
BC Conservative leadership candidate Caroline says she agrees that Dr. Bonnie Henry needs to be fired.
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Will Trump move on Greenland? Should Canada send troops in support of Denmark?
A college basketball cheating scandal is sending shockwaves through the NCAA.
Finally, we chat with two of the people officially in the running for BC Conservative leadership.
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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 in support of Denmark?
Guest: Keith Baldrey - Global News Legislative Bureau Chief
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Will Trump move on Greenland? The situation continues to escalate.
Guest: Keith Martin - Former MP now based in Washington DC, Executive Director of the Consortium of Universities for Global Health
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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 reactions. We'll dig into that!
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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?
Guest: Bill Tieleman - Political Strategist and former vancouver city council candidate
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GUEST: Michael Kovrig, Senior Adviser, Asia for International Crisis Group
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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 green party leader Emily Lowan says yes!
Finally, we talk about the fast-approaching FIFA world Cup. A lot of people are saying ticket prices are too high, and they're also unsure about travelling to the US amid the Trump turmoil.
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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 facing backlash for posting a photo of herself with Conservative leader Pierre Poilievre in her restaurant.
Guest: Keith Baldrey - Global News Legislative Bureau Chief
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Does B.C. need a wealth tax?
Guest: Emily Lowan, BC Green Party leader
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The latest on protests in Iran
Guest: Negar Mojtahedi, Reporter for Iran International, host of the Eye For Iran Podcast series
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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 towns across the border are feeling the squeeze from Canadians not coming over to do some shopping.
Finally, we take a look at the frightening protests going on in Iran. Several thousand deaths have been reported so far. We'll bring you the latest on that.
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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 into the ring for the BC Conservative leadership race?
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