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Join CHEK News Political Correspondent Rob Shaw and a lively panel of guests for a weekly breakdown of all of the news in B.C. politics, with analysis and commentary that helps make sense of the latest stories in and around the B.C. legislature.

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    July 17, 2026 - Another forest mill closure, new leader for CentreBC, involuntary care beds | Political Capital

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 17, 2026 29:12 Transcription Available


    July 17, 2026 - BC's forestry sector is rocked by another mill closure, with the government facing calls for quick action to save jobs. The premier announces new involuntary care beds, but not in Vancouver, which catches the ire of the mayor. And can CentreBC make up ground with a new leader? Host Rob Shaw is joined by Jeff Ferrier and Angelo Isidorou. Brought to you by Uber Canada.

    July 10, 2026 - Massey budget doubles, FIFA cost, BC vs OpenAI | Political Capital

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 11, 2026 43:11 Transcription Available


    July 10, 2026 - The cost of the Massey tunnel replacement project doubles, creating risk for the BC government. FIFA World Cup matches end in Vancouver, but was it worth the $730 million? And the province retains lawyers to explore suing OpenAI for its role in the Tumbler Ridge tragedy. Plus, in audio extras, a look at declining toxic drug death numbers and an expansion of BC Nurse job action. Host Rob Shaw is joined by Jillian Oliver, Jeff Ferrier and Angelo Isidorou. Brought to you by Uber Canada.

    July 3, 2026 - West Coast pipeline lands, BC nurses strike | Political Capital

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 3, 2026 28:18 Transcription Available


    July 3, 2026 - Alberta gets its new oil pipeline, but what does it mean for British Columbia? Plus BC nurses start job action. And the Conservatives shuffle their caucus roles. Host Rob Shaw is joined by Jeff Ferrier and Angelo Isidorou. Brought to you by Uber Canada.

    June 26, 2026 - Bailout backlash | Political Capital

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 26, 2026 44:30 Transcription Available


    June 26, 2026 - The premier and prime minister face a backlash to their proposal to bailout unsold condos - will they stick with it? The premier heads to China where he wants to visit an EV manufacturer at a time when Canada's auto sector is warning that's a threat. And e-scooters: should they be regulated by the province? Plus, in audio extras, the changing language of the BC Conservatives on First Nations under their new leader, and political plays of the week.Host Rob Shaw is joined by Jeff Ferrier and Jillian Oliver. Brought to you by Uber Canada.

    Adios for summer break! | Political Capital Daily

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 26, 2026 15:55 Transcription Available


    June 26,  2026The LAST Political Capital Daily before a summer break. The show returns in September. Today, we talk about PM Mark Carney and Premier David Eby's blame game on a new housing program. Watch Rob on CHEK TV weeknights. Read more: www.robshawnews.com —Political Capital Daily is presented by:BC Tech AssociationHelijet Your daily briefing on B.C. politics — from inside the legislature.

    Should BC regulate e-scooters? | Political Capital Daily

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 25, 2026 18:42 Transcription Available


    June 25,  2026Some municipalities want BC to regulate e-scooters, after serious incidents. But, will it?Watch Rob on CHEK TV weeknights. Read more: www.robshawnews.com —Political Capital Daily is presented by:BC Tech AssociationHelijet Your daily briefing on B.C. politics — from inside the legislature.

    Why aren't Carney and Eby meeting? | Political Capital Daily

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 24, 2026 13:48 Transcription Available


    June 24,  2026The PM is back in town for a FIFA game, but with an Alberta pipeline announcement looming why isn't he and the premier making an announcement about BC's position?Watch Rob on CHEK TV weeknights. Read more: www.robshawnews.com —Political Capital Daily is presented by:BC Tech AssociationHelijet Your daily briefing on B.C. politics — from inside the legislature.

    C-3PO fights crime | Political Capital Daily

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 23, 2026 18:11 Transcription Available


    June 23,  2026The BC government launches a new chronic repeat offender crime program, with an acronym that sounds like a Star Wars droid.Watch Rob on CHEK TV weeknights. Read more: www.robshawnews.com —Political Capital Daily is presented by:BC Tech AssociationHelijet Your daily briefing on B.C. politics — from inside the legislature.

    Brace for the Alberta-BC pipeline | Political Capital Daily

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 22, 2026 19:11 Transcription Available


    June 22,  2026BC prepares for an announcement on the Alberta oil pipeline, and the premier gets ready to travel to China.Watch Rob on CHEK TV weeknights. Read more: www.robshawnews.com —Political Capital Daily is presented by:BC Tech AssociationHelijet Your daily briefing on B.C. politics — from inside the legislature.

    June 19, 2026 - BC housing fund, new polling, new dams | Political Capital

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 19, 2026 29:16 Transcription Available


    June 19, 2026 - The prime minister shows up with billions of dollars in new housing money, but is it enough to help when Ontario got more? Angus Reid drops a new poll, and no matter how you slice it it's not good news for the NDP government. And the province considers two new hydroelectric dams.Host Rob Shaw is joined by Jeff Ferrier, Jillian Oliver and Angelo Isidorou. Brought to you by Uber Canada.

    Feds drop major BC housing cash | Political Capital Daily

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 19, 2026 12:29 Transcription Available


    June 19,  2026 Prime Minister Mark Carney brings billions in housing funding to British Columbia.Watch Rob on CHEK TV weeknights. Read more: www.robshawnews.com —Political Capital Daily is presented by:BC Tech AssociationHelijet Your daily briefing on B.C. politics — from inside the legislature.

    BC voters are very, very undecided | Political Capital Daily

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 18, 2026 15:22 Transcription Available


    June 18,  2026A new Angus Reid poll shows a huge block of voters undecided about who to support in the next election.Watch Rob on CHEK TV weeknights. Read more: www.robshawnews.com —Political Capital Daily is presented by:BC Tech AssociationHelijet Your daily briefing on B.C. politics — from inside the legislature.

    FIFAfafafa | Political Capital Daily

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 17, 2026 16:48 Transcription Available


    June 17,  2026Premier sells BC's electricity future at FIFA. Debate rages on the Massey tunnel project.Watch Rob on CHEK TV weeknights. Read more: www.robshawnews.com —Political Capital Daily is presented by:BC Tech AssociationHelijet Your daily briefing on B.C. politics — from inside the legislature.

    Mo Massey, Mo Problems | Political Capital Daily

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 16, 2026 18:54 Transcription Available


    June 16,  2026 The long-delayed Massey Tunnel project hits another roadblock. Plus, BC's new energy plan.Watch Rob on CHEK TV weeknights. Read more: www.robshawnews.com —Political Capital Daily is presented by:BC Tech AssociationHelijet Your daily briefing on B.C. politics — from inside the legislature.

    Big Dix Energy | Political Capital Daily

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 15, 2026 15:12 Transcription Available


    June 15,  2026Energy Minister Adrian Dix unveils another big energy plan.Watch Rob on CHEK TV weeknights. Read more: www.robshawnews.com —Political Capital Daily is presented by:BC Tech AssociationHelijet Your daily briefing on B.C. politics — from inside the legislature.

    June 12, 2026 - Angus Reid poll shows Eby's approval rating drop to new low | Political Capital

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 12, 2026 31:09 Transcription Available


    June 12, 2026 - A new Angus Reid poll shows BC Premier David Eby's approval rating has dropped to 31% - what does this mean for the NDP? Plus, the federal government is moving to restrict access to social media for youth under 16. Should BC consider implementing its own rules? And U.S. President Donald Trump has indicated that he is not looking to renew CUSMA ahead of the July 1 deadline. Host Rob Shaw is joined by Jillian Oliver, Angelo Isidorou and special guest Mike McKinnon. Brought to you by Uber Canada.

    Bad polling numbers for premier | Political Capital Daily

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 12, 2026 9:06 Transcription Available


    June 12,  2026Awful new polling numbers for Premier David Eby, and the BC governemnt reacts to Ottawa's new social media ban bill for kids.Watch Rob on CHEK TV weeknights. Read more: www.robshawnews.com —Political Capital Daily is presented by:BC Tech AssociationHelijet Your daily briefing on B.C. politics — from inside the legislature.

    Eby blasts Trump on CUSMA | Political Capital Daily

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 11, 2026 9:38 Transcription Available


    June 11,  2026 Premier David Eby calls US President Donald Trump's stated desire not to renegotiate CUSMA a lame art of the deal.Watch Rob on CHEK TV weeknights. Read more: www.robshawnews.com —Political Capital Daily is presented by:BC Tech AssociationHelijet Your daily briefing on B.C. politics — from inside the legislature.

    Don't cheat and drive | Political Capital Daily

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 10, 2026 15:55 Transcription Available


    June 10, 2026New drivers can now get their learner license with an at-home test, but can you cheat it?Watch Rob on CHEK TV weeknights. Read more: www.robshawnews.com —Political Capital Daily is presented by:BC Tech AssociationHelijet Your daily briefing on B.C. politics — from inside the legislature.

    Ottawa's social media ban | Political Capital Daily

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 9, 2026 23:11 Transcription Available


    June 9, 2026 New ResearchCo poll, unpaid non-resident medical bills and Ottawa's proposed social media ban for kids.Watch Rob on CHEK TV weeknights. Read more: www.robshawnews.com —Political Capital Daily is presented by:BC Tech AssociationHelijet Your daily briefing on B.C. politics — from inside the legislature.

    NDP plan caucus and strategy retreats | Political Capital Daily

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 8, 2026 16:08 Transcription Available


    June 8, 2026Oh Monday. How did you arrive so soon? Where did the weekend go?Nonetheless, we have a busy week of BC NDP caucus retreats and strategy sessions to discuss, as well as a first ministers' meeting with the Prime Minister.Watch Rob on CHEK TV weeknights. Read more: www.robshawnews.com —Political Capital Daily is presented by:BC Tech AssociationHelijet Your daily briefing on B.C. politics — from inside the legislature.

    KLF's first week as leader | Political Capital

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 5, 2026 29:30 Transcription Available


    June 5, 2026 - Peace River North MLA Jordan Kealy is charged with sexual assault but says he'll stay on the job - should the legislature allow that, or change the rules? Plus, new BC Conservative leader Kerry-Lynne Findlay's first week in the role. And the messy drama at the Surrey Police Service. Plus our audio extra plays of the week. Host Rob Shaw is joined by Jeff Ferrier, Jillian Oliver and Angelo Isidorou. Brought to you by Uber Canada.

    MLA Jordan Kealy criminally charged | Political Capital Daily

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 5, 2026 13:58 Transcription Available


    June 5, 2026Peace River North MLA Jordan Kealy is charged with sexual assault - should he go on leave, resign, or simply carry on his duties? Watch Rob on CHEK TV weeknights. Read more: www.robshawnews.com —Political Capital Daily is presented by:BC Tech AssociationHelijet Your daily briefing on B.C. politics — from inside the legislature.

    Canada's new AI strategy | Political Capital Daily

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 4, 2026 13:37 Transcription Available


    June 4, 2026The prime minister gets set to unveil a new AI strategy, while the provincial forest minsiters gather in Langford to address the sector's crisis.  Watch Rob on CHEK TV weeknights. Read more: www.robshawnews.com —Political Capital Daily is presented by:BC Tech AssociationHelijet Your daily briefing on B.C. politics — from inside the legislature.

    B.C. MAGA regional manager | Political Capital Daily

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 3, 2026 19:08 Transcription Available


    June 3, 2026 Premier David Eby labels BC Conservative leader Kerry-Lynne Findlay the "regional manager" of MAGA. Watch Rob on CHEK TV weeknights. Read more: www.robshawnews.com —Political Capital Daily is presented by:BC Tech AssociationHelijet Your daily briefing on B.C. politics — from inside the legislature.

    BC has a new anti-racism plan | Political Capital Daily

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 2, 2026 8:28 Transcription Available


    June 2, 2026The BC government's new anti-racism plan. New reports on the gender pay gap, and municipal election spending caps.Watch Rob on CHEK TV weeknights. Read more: www.robshawnews.com —Political Capital Daily is presented by:BC Tech AssociationHelijet Your daily briefing on B.C. politics — from inside the legislature.

    BC mines Ottawa for support | Political Capital Daily

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 1, 2026 19:51 Transcription Available


    June 1, 2026BC mines minister and a mining delegation head to Ottawa to push critical minerals at a key time for the economy.The ramification of BC Conservative members selecting Kerry-Lynne Findlay as their next leader continue to reverberate. Watch Rob on CHEK TV weeknights. Read more: www.robshawnews.com —Political Capital Daily is presented by:BC Tech AssociationHelijet Your daily briefing on B.C. politics — from inside the legislature.

    Special Edition - BC Conservative Results!

    Play Episode Listen Later May 31, 2026 38:07 Transcription Available


    A special edition of Political Capital, the day after BC Conservatives name Kerry-Lynne Findlay their new leader. With exclusive analysis of the numbers, regional breakdowns and more.Host Rob Shaw is joined by Angelo Isidorou and Jeff Ferrier.

    Spring session wrap, Halford out as leader | Political Capital

    Play Episode Listen Later May 29, 2026 36:35 Transcription Available


    With the spring session in the books, we look at who won and who lost during the last five months of intense political drama in Victoria. Plus, interim BC Conservative leader Trevor Halford wraps up his job in advance of the new leadership vote, how did he do? And, the DRIPA drama continues into the summer. And our audio-exclusive plays of the week. Host Rob Shaw is joined by Jeff Ferrier, Jillian Oliver and Angelo Isidorou. Brought to you by Uber Canada. 

    10 LONG/MORE YEARS! | Political Capital Daily

    Play Episode Listen Later May 29, 2026 22:42 Transcription Available


    May 29, 2026The FIFA World Cup costs are up on a 'take out the trash' Friday.Plus we look back at the spring legislative session, the final question period, and all sorts of fun stuff.Watch Rob on CHEK TV weeknights. Read more: www.robshawnews.com —Political Capital Daily is presented by:BC Tech AssociationHelijet Your daily briefing on B.C. politics — from inside the legislature.

    Warning labels on BC alcohol? | Political Capital Daily

    Play Episode Listen Later May 28, 2026 14:45 Transcription Available


    May 28, 2026BC's public health officer suggests warning labels on alcohol. Interim BC Conservative leader Trevor Halford reflects on his term.Premier David Eby is up on office estimates.Watch Rob on CHEK TV weeknights. Read more: www.robshawnews.com —Political Capital Daily is presented by:BC Tech AssociationHelijet Your daily briefing on B.C. politics — from inside the legislature.

    BC LNG heading to Germany | Political Capital Daily

    Play Episode Listen Later May 27, 2026 14:06 Transcription Available


    May 27, 2026BC's LNG to head to Germany. The Cowichan title case goes to court to be re-opened.Watch Rob on CHEK TV weeknights. Read more: www.robshawnews.com —Political Capital Daily is presented by:BC Tech AssociationHelijet Your daily briefing on B.C. politics — from inside the legislature.

    Eby slams Alberta separatism | Political Capital Daily

    Play Episode Listen Later May 26, 2026 13:07 Transcription Available


    May 26, 2026BC Premier David Eby spars with Alberta over separtism and pipelines at the Western Premiers' Conference.Plus, Greater Victoria School Distict trustees get their job back due to government error.Watch Rob on CHEK TV weeknights. Read more: www.robshawnews.com —Political Capital Daily is presented by:BC Tech AssociationHelijet Your daily briefing on B.C. politics — from inside the legislature.

    A tense Western Premiers' Conference | Political Capital Daily

    Play Episode Listen Later May 25, 2026 17:59 Transcription Available


    May 25, 2026Get ready for a super uncomfortable Western Premiers' meeting in Alberta, with David Eby and Danielle Smith at each other's throats over pipelines and separtism. Watch Rob on CHEK TV weeknights. Read more: www.robshawnews.com —Political Capital Daily is presented by:BC Tech AssociationHelijet Your daily briefing on B.C. politics — from inside the legislature.

    May 22, 2026 - Pipelines, dams and energy | Political Capital

    Play Episode Listen Later May 22, 2026 26:23 Transcription Available


    Premier David Eby renames the Site C dam the John Horgan dam - would would Horgan think? And we break down the jabs between the prime minister and premier on pipelines. Plus, in audio podcast extras, political plays of the week! Host Rob Shaw is joined by Jeff Ferrier and Jillian Oliver. Brought to you by Uber Canada. 

    Site C becomes John Horgan Dam | Political Capital Daily

    Play Episode Listen Later May 22, 2026 16:57 Transcription Available


    May 22, 2026The BC government renames the Site C dam the John Horgan dam. What would Horgan think? His former communciations director Aileen Machell gives her thoughts. Watch Rob on CHEK TV weeknights. Read more: www.robshawnews.com —Political Capital Daily is presented by:BC Tech AssociationHelijet Your daily briefing on B.C. politics — from inside the legislature.

    Carney v Eby | Political Capital Daily

    Play Episode Listen Later May 21, 2026 15:33 Transcription Available


    May 21, 2026Prime Minister Mark Carney meets Premier David Eby, and both take subtle jabs at each other in public. Plus, ANOTHER HOIST MOTION! Watch Rob on CHEK TV weeknights. Read more: www.robshawnews.com —Political Capital Daily is presented by:BC Tech AssociationHelijet Your daily briefing on B.C. politics — from inside the legislature.

    A BC MLA gets thrown out of the house! | Political Capital Daily

    Play Episode Listen Later May 20, 2026 19:10 Transcription Available


    May 20, 2026A BC Conservative MLA gets tossed out of the chamber for accusing Premier David Eby of being misleading.And it's ice cream day at the legislature! Watch Rob on CHEK TV weeknights. Read more: www.robshawnews.com —Political Capital Daily is presented by:BC Tech AssociationHelijet Your daily briefing on B.C. politics — from inside the legislature.

    The legislature returns! | Political Capital Daily

    Play Episode Listen Later May 19, 2026 12:36 Transcription Available


    May 19, 2026The B.C. legisalture returns after a week break, but there are only seven days left and an awful lot of stuff to get done. Plus, a weekend recap of what everyone was saying over the new Alberta-BC oil pipeline deal with Ottawa.Watch Rob on CHEK TV weeknights. Read more: www.robshawnews.com —Political Capital Daily is presented by:BC Tech AssociationHelijet Your daily briefing on B.C. politics — from inside the legislature.

    Dallas Brodie recall campaign, BC nurses strike and BC Conservative leadership candidate controversy | Political Capital

    Play Episode Listen Later May 16, 2026 33:04 Transcription Available


    May 15, 2026 - The agency overseeing British Columbia elections says it will issue a recall petition against OneBC MLA Dallas Brodie. BC Nurses voted 98.2 per cent in favour of job action and BC Conservative leadership candidate Kerry-Lynne Findlay goes after Peter Milobar. Host Rob Shaw is joined by Jeff Ferrier, Jillian Oliver and Angelo Isidorou. Brought to you by Uber Canada. 

    The anonymous campaign to recall Dallas Brodie | Political Capital Daily

    Play Episode Listen Later May 15, 2026 18:21 Transcription Available


    May 15, 2026Angelo Isidorou joins the show!An anonymous effort emerges to recall OneBC leader Dallas Brodie - but why the secrecy?Premier David Eby and the federal govenment sign an agreement to encourage Phase 2 of LNG Canada.The government sets its policies for who can attend the FIFA World Cup games in Vancouver. Watch Rob on CHEK TV weeknights. Read more: www.robshawnews.com —Political Capital Daily is presented by:BC Tech AssociationHelijet Your daily briefing on B.C. politics — from inside the legislature.

    BC cries foul on unfair Alberta carbon price | Political Capital Daily

    Play Episode Listen Later May 14, 2026 13:41 Transcription Available


    May 14, 2026BC's premier says a new deal between Alberta and Ottawa on carbon pricing is unfair to British Columbia. Four new wind project agreements purchased by BC Hydro.Watch Rob on CHEK TV weeknights. Read more: www.robshawnews.com —Political Capital Daily is presented by:BC Tech AssociationHelijet Your daily briefing on B.C. politics — from inside the legislature.

    Everything Is Coming Up Milhouse | Political Capital Daily

    Play Episode Listen Later May 13, 2026 20:11 Transcription Available


    May 13, 2026Things are going so well in BC that Premier David Eby envokes The Simpsons to describe his government's momentum.BC Nurses vote overwhelming to strike. And the government continues to dodge the FIFA World Cup costs.Watch Rob on CHEK TV weeknights. Read more: www.robshawnews.com —Political Capital Daily is presented by:BC Tech AssociationHelijet Your daily briefing on B.C. politics — from inside the legislature.

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