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BC Green leader Emily Lowan joins Chief Aaron Pete to debate eco-socialism, wealth taxes, capitalism, government spending, inflation, and the future of British Columbia politics.Send a textPlant SlutsA cheeky deep-dive into the wild, sexy, and often subversive world of botanyListen on: Apple Podcasts SpotifySupport the shownuancedmedia.ca

January 30, 2026 - Premier David Eby accuses Alberta separatists of "treason" during an all-premiers meeting in Ottawa, why is he focusing on this? Plus, the BC Greens get BC's most powerful billionaire to back down on a controversial plan to sell a building to U.S. ICE forces. And fighting begins within the BC Conservative race. Host Rob Shaw is joined by Angelo Isidorou, Jeff Ferrier and Jillian Oliver. Brought to you by Uber Canada.

B.C. Political Forecast: 2026 (Jarryd Jäger / Western Standard)This is VANCOLOUR host Mo Amir and Western Standard journalist Jarryd Jäger forecast the politics of British Columbia in 2026, including the Conservative Party of BC leadership race, top issues for the province, B.C. budget, and the impact of the BC Greens, OneBC, and four independent MLAs sitting in the B.C. Legislature.Jarryd Jäger is a multimedia journalist for the Western Standard and managing editor of the West Coast Standard.

November 21, 2025 - Premier David Eby unveils a new 10-year jobs plan, but what is the political value when it's unlikely to last a decade? The BC government drops its EV mandate, raising questions about its larger CleanBC plan to fight climate change. And the BC Greens under new leader Emily Lowan launch a 'fight the oligarchs' tour with a social media campaign that raises eyebrows. Plus in an audio extra, we look back at the BC NDP convention, the premier's approval numbers and lessons learned. Host Rob Shaw is joined by Allie Blades and Jeff Ferrier. Brought to you by Uber Canada.

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Will the real BC Greens please stand up?

BC Greens & fed NDP get their leadership races going, events will need risk assessments and tariffs are back on the menu

July 11, 2025 - Premier David Eby is back fighting US President Donald Trump over the latest tariff threats, how does this impact the political scene and the government's agenda? Plus, the final BC Green leadership candidate is in the race. And, the federal transportation committee takes on BC Ferries' deal with China. Host Rob Shaw is joined by Allie Blades and Jeff Ferrier. Brought to you by Uber Canada.

How will removing BC's carbon tax affect our climate solutions? Guest: Adrian Dix, Minister of Energy and Climate Solutions Why is BC reviewing health authority spending? Guest: Josie Osborne, BC's Minister of Health Could tiny sparks in mist have sparked life on Earth? Guest: Dr. Richard Zare, Marguerite Blake Wilbur Professor of Natural Science and Professor of Chemistry at Stanford University Are there issues with BC's carbon emission reporting? Guest: Jeremy Valeriote, Interim Leader of the BC Greens and MLA for West Vancouver-Sea to Sky 23andMe's Data is for Sale. How concerned should users be? Guest: Vass Bednar, Executive Director, Master of Public Policy Program, McMaster University How did April Fools' Day become a thing? Guest: Dr. Angus Gillespie, Folklorist and Professor of American Studies at Rutgers University–New Brunswick Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Are there issues with BC's carbon emission reporting? Guest: Jeremy Valeriote, Interim Leader of the BC Greens and MLA for West Vancouver-Sea to Sky Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The BC Greens kick off a long leadership race, the federal Liberals race narrows and the foreign interference commission reports.

Jeremy Valeriote has been named interim leader of the B.C. Green Party following Sonia Furstenau's resignation. A first-time MLA representing West Vancouver-Sea to Sky, Valeriote is a geological engineer and former Town of Gibsons councillor. He also worked as an executive co-ordinator in the District of Squamish's mayor's office from 2021 to 2023. Guest: Jeremy Valeriote - Interim Leader of the BC Green Party Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

December 20, 2024 - We break down the new cooperative deal between the BC NDP and BC Greens, who got what and who got the better terms? Plus, BC tables a new record-setting deficit projection, while claiming a hiring freeze, what are the ramifications for the NDP government? Plus, in a podcast audio extra, we discuss the federal implosion in Ottawa and how it affects BC Premier David Eby during a time of trying to deal with the threat of new US tariffs. Host Rob Shaw is joined by Allie Blades, Jillian Oliver and guest panelist Mike McKinnon from Enterprise Canada.

On this episode of The Whistler Podcast, Mayor Jack Crompton speaks with Jeremy Valeriote, an environmental engineer and longtime Whistler resident who is now our MLA. They discuss the historic moment for the Sea to Sky Corridor with the BC Greens securing the party's first-ever mainland seat in the BC Legislature, and what this means for Whistler. From affordability and housing to climate action and regional transit, they dive into the pressing issues shaping our community. Listen to how Crompton and Valeriote discuss plans to advocate for Whistler and drive meaningful progress in our region.

BC's near-tie election heads to recounts, while the parties begin (or in the case of the BC Greens and Conservatives fail to start) negotiations for power. Host Rob Shaw is joined by Allie Blades, Jeff Ferrier and Jillian Oliver. Brought to you by Uber Canada.

Can asparagus predict the future? Guest: Jemima Packington, The World's First and Only Asparamancer View From Victoria: What are the demands of the BC Greens? We get a local look at the top political stories with the help of Vancouver Sun columnist Vaughn Palmer Why isn't Parliament investigating Canada Soccer's drone scandal? Guest: Niki Ashton, MP for Churchill—Keewatinook Aski in Manitoba What is ‘pink cocaine'? Guest: Dr. Joseph Palamar, Associate Professor in the Department of Population Health at NYU Langone who Specializes in Party Drugs How did social media impact the provincial election? Guest: Aengus Bridgman, Director of the Media Ecosystem Observatory Is the Federal Liberal Party united or divided? Guest: Mackenzie Gray, Senior Correspondent for Global News National What are Indigo's best books of the year? Guest: Brandon Forsynth, Senior Category Manager of Print Experience at Indigo Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

View From Victoria: What are the demands of the BC Greens? We get a local look at the top political stories with the help of Vancouver Sun columnist Vaughn Palmer Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Join us at 9:30 where we update you on the market and discuss what's happening in the BC Election. What are the BC Greens, Conservatives and NDP parties promising for real estate? Jane, Andrew and Jen will discuss their platforms

View From Victoria: BC Greens want to expand safer supply We get a local look at the top political stories with the help of Vancouver Sun columnist Vaughn Palmer Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Why are the BC Greens pushing for expanded safer supply? Guest: Lisa LaPointe, Former Chief Coroner of British Columbia Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Seg 1: Are we on the verge of being able to edit our memories? Guest: Dr. Todd Sacktor, Distinguished Professor in the Departments of Physiology & Pharmacology, Anesthesiology, and Neurology at the State of New York's Downstate Health Sciences University Seg 2: Scott's Thoughts: Hockey is back and don't lunchbox shame Guest: Scott Shantz, Contributor for Mornings with Simi Seg 3: View From Victoria: BC Greens want to expand safer supply We get a local look at the top political stories with the help of Vancouver Sun columnist Vaughn Palmer Seg 4: How scientists are unraveling the mystery of the 1845 Franklin expedition Guest: Dr. Douglas Stenton, Adjunct Professor of Anthropology at the University of Waterloo Seg 5: Behind the scenes at Covenant House (Part 2) Guest: A collection of youth from Covenant House Seg 6: Why are the BC Greens pushing for expanded safer supply? Guest: Lisa LaPointe, Former Chief Coroner of British Columbia Seg 7: Keep it Local: How innovation is helping BC winemakers stay afloat Guest: Brent Rowland, Head Winemaker at Averill Creek Winery Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Can the BC Greens change our healthcare and education model? Guest: Sonia Furstenau, Leader of the BC Green Party Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Seg 1: Can colour influence what we eat? Guest: Dr. Isabel Gauthier, Professor of Psychology at Vanderbilt University Seg 2: Scott's Thoughts: Parenting skills on display Guest: Scott Shantz, CKNW Contributor Seg 3: View From Victoria: Are politicians on the same page with involuntary care? We get a local look at the top political stories with the help of Vancouver Sun columnist Vaughn Palmer. Seg 4: Are we coddling university students? Guest: Simon Lewsen, Toronto-Based Journalist and Lecturer in Writing at the University of Toronto Seg 5: The benefits of bilingualism Guest: Dr. Shanna Kousaie & Jasmine Lee, Professors of Psychology at the University of Ottawa Seg 6: Can the BC Greens change our healthcare and education model? Guest: Sonia Furstenau, Leader of the BC Green Party Seg 7: Why Riverview's former CEO is questioning calls for its reopening Guest: Alex Barland, Former CEO of Riverview Psychiatric Hospital Seg 8: Where We Live: What's the history behind White Rock's “White Rock?” Guest: Hugh Ellenwood, Archives Manager at the White Rock Museum Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

A brazen and unprovoked attack in Downtown Vancouver leaves 1 dead and 1 seriously maimed. Inflation is putting a strain on BC households! What can be done to ease some of the financial pressures?! As part of the leadup to the BC election, Jill brings on Richard Zussman to discuss some significant promises being made by the BC Green Party! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The BC Greens lose an MLA and the federal Liberals lose a by-election.

It's bad news for the BC Greens as Adam Olsen is not willing to commit to another term. He's their house leader, best speaker and had a secure hold on his Saanich seat. We get a local look at the top political stories with the help of Vancouver Sun columnist Vaughn Palmer. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Guest: Sonia Fursteanu, Leader of the BC Greens Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Seg 1: Do our brains actually release toxins when we sleep? A recent study led by Prof Nick Franks and Prof Bill Wisden at Imperial College London challenges the long-held belief in neuroscience that sleep significantly enhances the brain's ability to clear waste. Guest: Dr. Nicholas Franks, Professor of Biophysics and Anaesthetics at Imperial College London Seg 2: View From Victoria: A lot of speculation Everyone is giving their two cents on the merger of the BC Conservatives and BC United. Guest: Vaughn Palmer, Vancouver Sun Columnist Seg 3: It's the end of Google Search as we know it To maintain its search rankings amidst the shift to generative AI, Google rolled out its most significant algorithm update. Guest: Eric Shwartzman, SEO Consultant Specializing in Earned Media and Author of “The Digital Pivot: Secrets of Online Marketing” Seg 4: Beware the Canadian Goose! It's nesting season for Canadian Geese and while the fear of geese is a little bit exaggerated, there is a need to be cautious around the animal during this time. Guest: Barry Kent McKay, Wildlife Expert with Animal Alliance Canada Seg 5: How will social media companies help BC protect youth online? The BC government and major social media companies, including Meta, Google, TikTok, X, and Snap Inc., have formed a “historic collaboration” to enhance youth safety online. Guest: Nikki Sharma, Attorney General of British Columbia Seg 6: CKNW Playoff Report: It's Playoff Hockey! We get the latest on the Vancouver Canucks as they make their way towards hopefully hoisting the Stanley Cup! Guest: Barry Delay, Sports Anchor for Global News Seg 7: Could the BC Greens improve the standards for social workers? Could the BC Greens improve the standards for social workers? Guest: Sonia Fursteanu, Leader of the BC Greens Seg 8: How Vancouver is bringing frogs back from extinction The Vancouver Aquarium has taken a leadership role in frog conservation, particularly through its breeding programs. Guest: Andrew Cumming, Lead Frog Biologist at the Vancouver Aquarium Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Even good news is bad news for BC United (and the BC Greens). And one of Eby's Ministers loses their job as calls come for another to be fired.

Sonia Furstenau is the leader of the BC Green Party.

Premier David Eby's government continues its rapid pace of housing legislation, with a new bill to allow condo tours around transit hubs. The BC Greens lose their deputy leader over his social media activity and the BC Conservatives hold a rally calling for Dr. Bonnie Henry to be fired and unvaccinated healthcare workers to be rehired. Plus, in our audio extras, we discuss the political pros and cons of the NDP moving so quickly on housing, and whether it leaves opposition parties any room to maneuver.Jeff Ferrier, Allie Blades and guest panelist Khelsilem join host Rob Shaw.Brought to you by Uber Canada.

Sanjiv Gandhi booted as deputy leader of BC green party. Recent polls show Poilievre taking significant lead over PM Trudeau. Speaking of poll numbers, the BC United Party is really trailing behind! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On the show: Google set to remove news links in Canada, Meta ends contract for journalism fellowship as Bill C-18 fallout continues Staff lose jobs after abused foster child dies in care, BC Greens want Dean sacked Beautification of Vancouver Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

BC Greens leader Sonia Furstenau discusses former BC Premier John Horgan's new job at Elk Valley Resources.

The BC Greens' call to publish a report on Telus Health Sonia Furstenau, BC Green Party leader discusses the BC Green's call for immediate release of probe into Telus Health fee-based program Ontario's new “strong mayors” legislation, would this help in Vancouver?  Colin D'Mello, Queen's Park Bureau Chief for Global News Toronto explains why and how Ontario is enacting legislation to provide the mayors of Toronto and Ottawa with more power and authority within their jurisdictions. Anjali Appadurai's BC NDP leadership bid  Keith Baldrey, Global BC Legislative Bureau Chief analyzes Anjali Appadurai's BC NDP leadership bid along with Ontario's “strong mayor” legislation More shootings throughout the lower mainland, how we can help kids stay away from gang life Jordan Buna, Substance Abuse Liaison for Surrey Schools and Counselling Therapist for No Fear Counselling discusses how young kids get lured into gang life. Jordan is a former gang member himself. StatsCan's latest report on problem gambling Brian Dijkema, Vice President of External Affairs with Cardus and editor of Comment magazine discusses the dangers of gambling

Sonia Furstenau, BC Green Party leader discusses the BC Green's call for immediate release of probe into Telus Health fee-based program

Ch1: I know it doesn't look like it out there today, but Spring weather is on its way. And with it, bears will be in our midst soon! Guest: Raji Sohal, CKNW Contributor Ch2: What is the significance of the Royal visit to Canada? Guest: Abigail Bimman, Global National Correspondent. Ch3: The Minister of Justice and Attorney General of Canada is currently on a Saskatchewan-BC tour where he will be visiting with First Nations from the provinces. Guest: David Lametti, Minister of Justice & Attorney General of Canada Ch4: As the cost of gas soars once more in parts of the province like Metro Vancouver, the BC Greens are proposing a temporary relief measure. Guest: Sonia Furstenau, BC Green Party Leader. Ch5: Could the Royals fix their reputation with making amends? Guest: CKNW Contributor Raji Sohal interviewed Dale Smith, Freelance journalist in the Parliamentary Press Gallery. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Surrey Mayor Doug McCallum's trial to proceed on October 31 – after the civic election Jack Hundial, City of Surrey councillor reacts to Surrey Mayor Doug McCallum's trial date, which is set for after the 2022 civic election  Vancouver back in the running to host games in 2026 men's FIFA World Cup Perry Solkowski, Kidsport Ambassador and former reporter and host at CTV and Sportsnet discusses Vancouver's chances of hosting 2026 FIFA World Cup matches.  The Jas Johal Show Political Forum On the Political Forum this week:  Stephen Smart - Western Canada General Manager for Hill and Knowlton Strategies, Former Legislative Bureau Chief for CBC and Former Press Secretary to the Premier of B.C.    Jillian Oliver - Former press secretary for the BC Greens, and Senior Advisor on their 2020 election campaign Vancouver replaces Montreal as proposed Canada 2026 World Cup host city Richard Zussman, Global BC Legislative Reporter tells us that BC Place is in good shape to host multiple games at the 2026 FIFA World Cup. Plus, your calls - Do you want to see Vancouver as a host city?  BC health officials urge caution at Easter gatherings amid 6th COVID wave Keith Baldrey, Global BC's Legislative Bureau Chief gives us an update on B.C. COVID numbers ahead of the Easter long weekend  Elon Musk launches hostile takeover of Twitter for $54 a share Andy Baryer, Technology and Digital Lifestyle Expert at HandyAndyMedia.com, weekly contributor on The Shift with Shane Hewitt, discusses what he makes of Elon Musk's planned takeover of Twitter. 

On the Political Forum this week:  Stephen Smart - Western Canada General Manager for Hill and Knowlton Strategies, Former Legislative Bureau Chief for CBC and Former Press Secretary to the Premier of B.C.    Jillian Oliver - Former press secretary for the BC Greens, and Senior Advisor on their 2020 election campaign

Union of BC Municipalities releases report showing housing supply is outpacing population growth– contrary to David Eby's claims Frances Bula, City Politics & Urban Affairs Contributor for The Globe & Mail talks all things housing and a look ahead to the Vancouver civic election.  Digital Resume: How your online behaviour and actions can have severe consequences to your professional AND personal life Darian Kovaks, Managing Partner of Jelly Digital Marketing and PR discusses how you can take control of your online presence when it comes to using social media  The Jas Johal Show Political Forum On The Political Forum this week:  Alex Shiff - Worked in political communications at all levels of government for the past decade. Senior Consultant at Navigator LTD, a public relations and strategy firm Jillian Oliver - Former press secretary for the BC Greens, and Senior Advisor on their 2020 election campaign  The power of laughter: How a local comedy event will help the displaced people of Ukraine Peter Kelamis, stand-up comedian, actor and impressionist tells us about how a local comedy show will help the people of Ukraine.  After Surrey City Councilor shares her experience receiving death threats, colleagues stand in unity and want to show young women that they belong in politics, too Melissa De Genova, Vancouver City Councilor (NPA) shares her own experience in also receiving targeted threats throughout her years in politics.  How the war in Ukraine is impacting the arts – And a local connection to Vancouver Brent Belsher, Director of Belsher Arts Management discusses his upcoming trip to Europe and how the war in Ukraine has impacted his plans. 

On The Political Forum this week:  Alex Shiff - Worked in political communications at all levels of government for the past decade. Senior Consultant at Navigator LTD, a public relations and strategy firm Jillian Oliver - Former press secretary for the BC Greens, and Senior Advisor on their 2020 election campaign   

On this week's Political Forum:  Jillian Oliver - Former press secretary and for the BC Greens, and Senior Advisor on their 2020 election campaign Stephen Smart - Former Legislative Bureau Chief for CBC and  former Press Secretary to the Premier of B.C.

War in Ukraine: Putin raises stakes by saying his military's nuclear arsenal is on alert Nathan VanderKlippe, Globe and Mail reporter in Bucharest, Romania gives us the latest on the war in Ukraine.  The Political Forum on the Jas Johal Show On this week's Political Forum:  Jillian Oliver - Former press secretary and for the BC Greens, and Senior Advisor on their 2020 election campaign Stephen Smart - Former Legislative Bureau Chief for CBC and  former Press Secretary to the Premier of B.C. Vancouver City Council spends hours revisiting bungled rollout of single-use cup bylaw Janet Brown, Global News Senior Reporter joins us with the latest from Vancouver City Hall. Plus, can you be ticketed with a distracted driving offence while using your mobile device in a fast food drive-thru?  Reports of racism at Ukraine train stations where refugees are trying to flee to safety Jatinder Singh, National Director of Khalsa Aid Canada joins us to discuss what he's hearing from those refugees trying to flee Ukraine  BREAKING: fire at Europe's largest nuclear plant after Russian shelling Dr. M.V. Ramana joins the show. He is a professor and Simons Chair in Disarmament, Global, and Human Security at UBC's School of Public Policy and Global Affairs. He studies the risks and consequences of nuclear weapons - and accidents at nuclear reactors. 

On this weeks Political Forum Jonina Campbell - Executive Director of the BC Greens - she was formerly the party's deputy leader Alex Shiff - Worked in political communications at all levels of government for the past decade and Associate Principal at Navigator LTD, a public relations and strategy firm

Showdown in Ottawa: Police make arrests amid ‘major' push to oust convoy blockade Jas breaks down the days news from Ottawa. Plus, your calls on the current situation on Parliament Hill!  The Jas Johal Show Political Forum On this weeks Political Forum Jonina Campbell - Executive Director of the BC Greens - she was formerly the party's deputy leader Alex Shiff - Worked in political communications at all levels of government for the past decade and Associate Principal at Navigator LTD, a public relations and strategy firm B.C. government lays out plan to grow economy, fill 1M jobs over the next decade Ravi Kahlon, Minister of Jobs, Economic Recovery, and Innovation in B.C. discusses the latest announcement from the province to fill over one million jobs over the next 10 years  BREAKING: Coastal GasLink worksite in northern B.C. attacked by axe-wielding protestors, RCMP say Stewart Muir, Executive Director of Resource Works joins us to reacts to the attacks in northern B.C. 

On the panel this week:  Shachi Kurl -  President of the Angus Reid Institute Jonina Campbell - Executive Director of the BC Greens    

This week on The Jas Johal Political Panel:  Jillian Oliver - Former press secretary and for the BC Greens, and Senior Advisor on their 2020 election campaign Mary Polak - Strategic Advisor with Maple Leaf Strategies Inc and formerly a cabinet minister and opposition house leader during her 15 years as an MLA for Langley 

Most Canadians expect to get infected with COVID, and 2-in-5 say restrictions should end, poll suggests Shachi Kurl, President of the Angus Reid Institute breaks down the latest Angus Reid poll that says 2-in-5 Canadians think they will get COVID. Plus, your calls!  Prince Andrew renounces military titles, patronages ahead of lawsuit Patricia Treble, Royal watcher at Maclean's for almost 20 years joins u s to discuss the latest developments with Prince Andrew ahead of his lawsuit  The Jas Johal Show Political Panel This week on The Jas Johal Political Panel:  Jillian Oliver - Former press secretary and for the BC Greens, and Senior Advisor on their 2020 election campaign Mary Polak - Strategic Advisor with Maple Leaf Strategies Inc and formerly a cabinet minister and opposition house leader during her 15 years as an MLA for Langley  COPE is aiming to get a majority on Vancouver City Council this election -- after only running three candidates in 2018. Frances Bula, Civic Affairs Reporter for the Globe and Mail joins us to discuss the latest developments out of Vancouver City Hall. Plus, your calls!  UBC study concludes that more Canadians may be driving high since cannabis legalization Kyla Lee, Criminal Defence Lawyer at Acumen Law discusses the legality around driving while high  Are streaming services now creating the very problem consumers wanted them to resolve? CKNW Contributor Jawn Jang, Jas Johal Show technical producer Ryan Lehal and host Bruce Claggett reveal their viewing habits. Are there too many streaming services these days? 

We've assembled a short notice election panel to discuss this writ drop out of nowhere. Breen Oullette - Vancouver-based lawyer; ran in 2019 federal election as an NDP candidate Dianne Watts - Former Surrey Mayor and former Conservative Party MP Adriane Carr -Current Vancouver City Councillor Founding member of the BC Greens, and former leader of the provincial party

Chapter 1: Small businesses can now apply for rent relief from the federal government, but after months of lockdown is it too little too late? Guest: Dan Kelly, President and CEO at the CFIB Chapter 2: It's a strange time to be celebrating national tourism week in light of the COVID-19 pandemic, but the reality is that we need to think about the Canadian tourism industry more than ever right now.  Guest: Charlotte Bell, President and CEO at Tourism Industry Association of Canada Chapter 3: This was the first full weekend bars, restaurant, stores, and salons have been allowed to reopen...did you go out this weekend/what did you experience? Chapter 4: What's unfolding in Hong Kong right now? Pro democracy supporters there faced water cannons over the weekend while a couple hundred people gathered at the Chinese consulate in Vancouver.  Guest: Mabel Tung, chair of Vancouver Society in Support of Democratic Movement, protest organizer. Chapter 5: Researchers at UBC have kicked off a public consultation to find out what people think about COVID-19 policies, and they're hoping it will help shape decisions going forward.  Guest: Kimberlyn McGrail, Associate Professor in the School of Population and Public Health and the Centre for Health Services and Policy Research at UBC. Chapter 6: Vancouver's city council will vote on whether to support a policy change that would allow drinking in public spaces.  But many of Vancouver's largest public spaces are run by the parks board, so are there any plans to consider drinking in parks? Guest: John Coupar, Vancouver Park Board Commissioner. Chapter 7: You can't take the family to the PNE right now, but you CAN get a taste of it.  PNE president and CEO Shelley Frost joins me to explain why you need to act fast if you want to get in on the delicious action! Guest: Shelley Frost, PNE President and CEO. Chapter 8: A social media post about 4-day work weeks from BC Green MLA Sonia Furstenau prompted an explosive response from former leader Andrew Weaver over the weekend. Guest: Adam Olsen, Green MLA representing Saanich North and the Islands.