Podcasts about bc liberals

Tired of the loud Left and alt. Right crowding out sensible debate? So are we! We're centrists - centre-Left & centre-Right - and we've had enough of this sh*t! Note: Foul language Patreon: patreon.com/edthesock   Todays panel: Ed the Sock (host); Laura Babcock, national news commentator on CTV News, communications strategist and president of Powergroup Communications and host of The O Show. Mark Bourrie is a lawyer and author with a PhD in history and 24-year member of the Parliamentary Press Gallery in Ottawa who is putting the finishing touches on his upcoming book about Pierre Poilievre. Lori King is a Gen Xer with long time love and involvement in politics , political campaigns and community service, former riding association president for the provincial BC Liberals, and founder of the newly-formed King Media Watch.  

Baldrey's Beat: Reaction to election results, will the NDP strike a deal with the Green Party?, & could the BC Liberals come back next election? GUEST: Keith Baldrey, Global News Legislative Bureau Chief Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Should cell phones be banned all day in all BC schools?  A London Drugs employee stole $2 million worth of laptop computers. What's the deal with former BC Liberals switching to BC Conservatives? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Aaron Pete interviews BC United leader Kevin Falcon, discussing his return to politics, the controversial rebranding from BC Liberals to BC United, and the challenges of healthcare reform, addiction recovery, taxation, housing affordability, and First Nations land rights.Send us a Text Message.Support the Show.www.biggerthanmepodcast.com

BC United wants “formerly BC Liberals” printed on the election ballots. Investigative sports reporter reacts to the Canada soccer drone scandal! The US Coast Guard will hold a long-awaited public hearing about the deadly Titanic submersible disaster in September. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

View from Victoria: BC United trying to add 'Formerly known as BC Liberals' to upcoming election ballots, in an attempt to avoid confusing voters. Guest: Vaughn Palmer, Vancouver Sun Columnist Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

One-on-one with BC Premier David Eby! Where did BC United go wrong? Could we see them changing their name BACK to the BC Liberals? Should Canada have a mandatory national service program for young people? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Welcome to UnSpun - your current events podcast and YouTube show. Every week, Jody Vance and George Affleck unspin the latest news in local, provincial, and federal politics and much more.This week, what's in a name … or a logo, for that matter? Well, everything, if you are the BC Liberals who are now BC United and the reviews are already coming in…oggy oggy oggy! Meanwhile — crime watch from coast to coast, and how politicians are weighing in or out. And finally — party city Vancouver. What's that? All that and more on Unspunpodcast.com. Need to find the audio version, go to unspunpodcast.com or search for us on your favourite audio channel.-Need to reach out, email info@unspunpodcast.com-Stay updated! Jody Vance https://twitter.com/jodyvanceGeorge Affleck https://twitter.com/george_affleckUnSpun https://twitter.com/unspunpodcast-Interested in sponsoring? Email george@curvecommunications.com-Theme song: Piers AffleckProduced at: https://curvecommunications.com/

It was a six figure makeover that delivered a new logo, new colours and new name for the BC Liberals...now BC United. 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

The latest Surrey policing controversy is upon us with Mayor Brenda Locke claiming that metro Vancouver board mayors sided with Surrey on going back to RCMP, but did they? 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

The BC Liberals officially change their name to BC United this week  Richard Zussman, Global BC Legislative Reporter discusses the upcoming name change for the BC Liberal party + when can we expect a decision on the Surrey police transition? Would you trust a chatbot therapist?  Andy Baryer, Tech and Digital Lifestyle Expert at HandyAndyMedia.com describes the potential rise of chatbot therapists. The motion to have more events at unusual venues & The latest on the Granville revitalization plan Sarah Kirby-Yung, Vancouver City Councillor discusses the latest on the Granville revitalization plan + the motion to have more events at unusual venues How much longer would cars being sold carry AM/FM stations? Jeremy Cato, Automotive Journalist at CatoCarGuy.com describes why car manufacturers may stop including AM/FM radios in new models. How most Canadians have given up on ever buying a home Sean Simpson, Vice President of Public Affairs at Ipsos discusses a new poll that has discovered most Canadians have given up on every buying a home. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

 Richard Zussman, Global BC Legislative Reporter discusses the upcoming name change for the BC Liberal party + when can we expect a decision on the Surrey police transition? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The party formerly known as the BC Liberals is changing its name this week. 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

The BC Liberals are challenging the NDP to stop sitting on forensic audits of BC Housing and release the data. 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

On this episode of ONL we discuss politics, Indigenous affairs, and the new renaming of the BC Liberals with party leader Kevin Falcon.

Does the NDP prioritize unions over Indigenous businesses? Jon Coleman, President and Owner of Jon Co Contracting, and member of the Cowichan tribes looks at whether or not the NDP prioritize unions over Indigenous relations? King Charles will not appear on Australia's bank notes. Should Canada do the same? Richard Zussman, Global BC Legislative Reporter discusses whether it's time for Canada to take Australia's lead and ditch the British Monarchy from our bank notes. The BC Liberals' recovery-oriented system of care to tackle addiction Kevin Falcon, Leader of the BC Liberals discusses the BC Liberals new recovery-oriented system that is intended to tackle drug addiction. Why are Coldplay tickets cheaper in Seattle than Vancouver?  Kingsley Bailey, General Manager of VancouverTicket.com discusses why Coldplay tickets are so much cheaper south of the border than for their show in Vancouver.  How Netflix is cracking down on password sharing Andy Baryer, Tech and Digital Lifestyle Expert at HandyAndyMedia.com describes how Netflix is planning to crack down on password sharing. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Kevin Falcon, Leader of the BC Liberals discusses the BC Liberals new recovery-oriented system that is intended to tackle drug addiction. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Gordon Wilson, former BC Liberal Leader says he is not a fan of the BC Liberals name change to BC United Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

How is BC going to handle flu season? Dr. Bonnie Henry, Provincial Health Officer of BC discusses why the province is encouraging masking throughout flu season, instead of enforcing a mask mandate. It's official - BC United has been voted the new name for the BC Liberal Party Richard Zussman, Global News Reporter based in Legislature discusses the BC Liberal Party's name change to BC United The BC Liberals change their name to BC United Gordon Wilson, former BC Liberal Leader says he is not a fan of the BC Liberals name change to BC United 35 years of Rick Rolling - the cultural impact of Rick Astley's “Never Gonna Give You Up” CKNW Producer Steven Chang describes the 'Rick Roll' Memories of Michael Stuart Backerman, former official spokesperson for Michael Jackson discusses a new play on the late artist Michael Jackson Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

We get a local look at the top political stories with the help of  Vancouver Sun columnist Vaughn Palmer.

Pat Bell is an entrepreneur located in Prince George and former British Columbia Cabinet Minister, who served three terms in the BC Legislature and held a number of high profile positions with the Provincial Government. This included Minister of State for Mining, Minister of Jobs, Tourism and Innovation, Minister of Forests and Range, and Minister of Agriculture. During Pat's influential time in politics, he also helped produce a 32-page document with the BC Liberals titled "Generating More Value from Our Forests: A Vision and Action Plan for Further Manufacturing." A link to this 32-page document, which is discussed during this podcast episode, can be found here: http://johnabrink.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/11/generating_more_value_from_our_forests.pdf Entrepreneurially, Pat has been a Development Partner with Northern Lights Estate Winery since 2014 and a franchisee for Wendy's Restaurant in Prince George since 1988. Recently, Pat and his team received approval to open up their third Wendy's in Williams Lake, B.C. Throughout the years, Pat has owned a variety of businesses in British Columbia, ranging from logging and trucking to hospitality and, of course, the British Columbia's most northerly winery. In addition, Pat is the former Executive Vice President of Conifex Timber Inc.

BC Liberals turned that into political hay Thursday:  recognizing that with cost of living being what it is, MLAs could be getting as much as 10%

Surrey Mayoral candidate Brenda Locke says she will stop paying the legal fees of mayor Doug McCallum if elected & halt the transition to Surrey Police Department  Brenda Locke discusses why she wants to keep the RCMP in Surrey and why the city should not be paying for current Mayor Doug McCallum's legal fees, if elected as mayor. The BC Liberals propose a new name change - BC United  Caroline Elliot, Vice President of the BC Liberal Party discusses what the party is hoping to accomplish by changing their name to BC United. Why are Chinese police operating in Canada?  It has been discovered that Chinese police are operating in Canada. Dr. Charles Burton, Senior Fellow at the Macdonald-Laurier Institute tells us why and how this is happening. Should Canada lower its voting age from 18 to 16?  Taylor Bachrach, NDP Member of Parliament for Skeena—Bulkley Valley discusses why Canada's voting age should be lowered from 18 to 16.  Big BC Bingo with Vanna White!  Vanna White, TV icon, game show legend, and Wheel Of Fortune hostess talks Big BC Bingo and why she is in Vancouver!

00:00 - Hurricane Ian hit western Cuba on Tuesday, leaving a trail of destruction, bringing down trees, and cutting power to hundreds of thousands of people Guest: Reggie Cecchini, Global News Washington Correspondent. 06:35 - With childcare costs moving towards $10 a day, many parents worried there will be a decline in quality. Guest: Raji Sohal, Mornings with Simi Contributor 13:11 - There is seemingly only incremental progress in Port Aux Basques as everyone is still absorbing the shock of what happened. Guest: Ross Lord, Global National reporter. 18:14 - People are taking to social media to voice their anger and frustration with the federal government's decision to scrap COVID-19 travel rules Guest: Sarah Otto, an evolutionary biologist at the University of British Columbia 27:22 - Radiologists in B.C. are sounding the alarm about how long patients are waiting for medical imaging in the province. Guest: Shirley Bond, BC Liberals' Health Critic. 36:11 - We've been hearing a lot about the four day work week lately. In Merrit, city workers have been granted the right to work four-day weeks. Guest: Raji Sohal, CKNW Contributor

Caroline Elliot, Vice President of the BC Liberal Party discusses what the party is hoping to accomplish by changing their name to BC United.

00:00 - It is another day of sombre ceremony in the UK today, as the country prepares for next week's funeral of Queen Elizabeth II. Guest: Redmond Shannon, Global News European Correspondent. Recording 07:53 - Pierre Poilievre, one of the first members of Parliament elected under the Conservative party's banner, won the leadership race Saturday night. Guest: Dr. Hamish Telford - Associate Professor of Political Science, University of the Fraser Valley. 16:31 - A warning has been extended for Metro Vancouver and Fraser Valley residents as air quality continues to worsen in the region. Guest: Kyle Howe, Metro Vancouver Air Quality Analyst. 22:40 - The BC Liberals have held on to the seat in Surrey South. Former Surrey RCMP spokesperson Elenore Sturko has won the riding with 51.8 per cent of the vote. Guest: Elenore Sturko, Winner of Surrey South By-election 30:32 - As the world continues to mourn the loss of her majesty, there are still questions about the monarchy's future as other royals have not received the same level of warm reception as the Queen did. Guest: Shachi Kurl, President of Angus Reid Institute

Saturday is voting day in Surrey South. It's a must win for BC Liberals. We get a local look at the top political stories with the help of Vancouver Sun columnist Vaughn Palmer.

Bank Of Canada increases interest rate to 3.25% Rob Levy, CKNW Business Analyst, and Author of the Border Gold weekly newsletter discusses whether this is the last big interest rate hike by the Bank of Canada. The NDP canceling Massey Bridge Plans Kevin Falcon, Leader of the BC Liberals discusses the scrapped Massey Bridge plans. The Massey Bridge was set to open in 2022. The West Coast Express expansion Richard Stewart, Mayor of Coquitlam discusses plans to expand service for The West Coast Express Civic Election Panel - SOGI - should we be discussing provincial policies and legislation in a municipal election? Density Debate; is it time to eliminate the concept of single family home zoning in Vancouver? On the Civic Panel: Andrea Reimer, Founder and Principal of Tawaw Strategies Mary Polak, Strategic Advisor for Maple Leaf Strategies and former MLA for Langley Khelsilem, Squamish Nation Council Chair Why Canada and most Western Nations will have more people than housing Miro Cernetig, Journalist, documentary director, and CEO of branding company Catalytico discusses the housing shortage throughout western nations Bossware - do Canadians who work from home need protection from employer surveillance? Geoff Mason, Employment and Human Rights Lawyer at Miller Thompson LLP answers whether or not it is legal for employers to monitor their work from home based employees. 90 Days - the play about an Ismaili Muslim family's forced exodus from Uganda in 1972, presented by Western Gold Theatre Salim Rahemtulla, Playwright who wrote 90 Days discusses his latest creation

Kevin Falcon, Leader of the BC Liberals discusses the scrapped Massey Bridge plans. The Massey Bridge was set to open in 2022.

00:00 - Saskatchewan is in fear after one of the worst mass killings in recent Canadian history with the suspects still at large. Guest: Troy Charles, , Global News Saskatchewan 07:27 - Is there enough coverage of the devastating floods happening in Pakistan. Guest: Ali Najaf, Vancouver Resident who immigrated from Pakistan 14:05 - Can new laws and legislation in Canada help curb the illegal guns that are brought into the country? Guest: Dr. Scott Blandford, Assistant Professor and Program Coordinator of Policing & Public Safety at Wilfred Laurier University 23:30 - Hope, B.C. is celebrating the 40th anniversary of the release of arguably one of the most talked about Stallone action movies of all time. Guest: Brian McKinney, Team Lead at Hope, Cascades & Canyons Visitor Centre and Museum 33:56 - How safe will the new-normal school year be? Guest: Karin Kirkpatrick, Education Critic for BC Liberals

Ashcroft senior dies while waiting for an ambulance  Jackie Tegart, Fraser-Nicola MLA for the BC Liberals discusses the urgent need for more ambulances and paramedics within British Columbia's interior. Donut Drama - Those Little Donuts rejected from the PNE this year Jawn Jang, Jas Johal Show Contributor dives into the PNE rejecting the famous mini donut vendor for 2022 Ken Sim's major policy announcement on Car 87 expansion Ken Sim, Mayoral Candidate for ABC Vancouver says if elected mayor, he will immediately hire 100 new police officers and 100 new mental health nurses The Quantum Gravity Conference in Vancouver Frank Giustra, CEO of Fiore Group Companies, founder of Lionsgate Entertainment, and co-chair of the International Crisis Group discusses the upcoming Quantum Gravity Conference in Vancouver One Year Later - The challenges of the Taliban's takeover in Afghanistan  Brian Macdonald, Executive Director of Aman Lara discusses the challenges in getting Afghans to Canada as the Taliban celebrates one year since their takeover.

 Jackie Tegart, Fraser-Nicola MLA for the BC Liberals discusses the urgent need for more ambulances and paramedics within British Columbia's interior.

Economic growth coming close to a dead stop by end of 2022 Ken Peacock, Chief Economist and Senior Vice President for the Business Council of British Columbia discusses Canada's economic growth through the first half of 2022 and just how many jobs B.C. is creating.  Kevin Falcon: People deserve to feel safe in their communities but that's no longer the case Kevin Falcon, leader of the BC Liberals responds the recent string of gun violence throughout the province and violent crime within the city of Vancouver.  ABC Vancouver announce Park Board candidates; reverse position on eliminating Park Board Ken Sim, Mayoral Candidate for ABC Vancouver discusses the decisions he would make as Mayor of Vancouver. Plus, your calls and questions for the mayoral candidate!  Indigenous groups faceoff in Charter challenge to be heard by Supreme Court of Canada Rob Louie, Founder and President of Band Members Alliance and Advocacy Association of Canada discusses a case before the supreme court over transparency within Indigenous governments 

 Kevin Falcon, leader of the BC Liberals responds the recent string of gun violence throughout the province and violent crime within the city of Vancouver. 

How are rural communities coping with ER shutdowns? Mayor of Clearwater speaks out Merlin Blackwell, Mayor of Clearwater discusses how smaller communities throughout British Columbia have been dealing with the lack of available emergency rooms and ambulances.  BC Liberal Party leader Kevin Falcon says the current state of B.C.'s healthcare system is unacceptable Kevin Falcon, Official Opposition Leader for the BC Liberal Party says B.C's emergency room shutdown crisis "can't get any worse" under the BC Liberals. Falcon also reacts to David Eby throwing his name forward to become B.C.'s next Premier  What have we learned from the Rogers network outage? Could keeping cash on hand be the new normal? Lisa Kramer, Professor of Finance at the University of Toronto tells us if Canadians should be keeping cash on hand in the future, in case of another Rogers-like network outage  North Vancouver's CopperPenny Distillery awarded best gin in the world Jenn Kom Tong, Co-Founder of CopperPenny Distilling and Mistress of Blending tells us what makes their gin the best in the world!  David Eby is set to announce his candidacy as leader of the BC NDP: How will the next Provincial election play out? Hamish Telford, Professor of Political Science at University of the Fraser Valley discusses David Eby's chances to win the leadership of the BC NDP and whether or not BC Liberal Leader Kevin Falcon has a shot at becoming BC's next Premier.   How did Emmanuel the Emu become a social media sensation? Andy Baryer, Technology and Digital Lifestyle Expert at HandyAndyMedia.com & a weekly contributor on The Shift with Shane Hewitt dissects how Emmanuel the Emu went viral on TikTok

Kevin Falcon, Official Opposition Leader for the BC Liberal Party says B.C's emergency room shutdown crisis "can't get any worse" under the BC Liberals. Falcon also reacts to David Eby throwing his name forward to become B.C.'s next Premier 

The Herle Burly was created by Air Quotes Media with support from our presenting sponsor TELUS, as well as CN Rail. We've got a helluva pod today. We're going to take a deep dive into B.C. politics with my good friend, and now 2-time Herle Burly guest, Mike McDonald! Mike is a brilliant human being. He's the former campaign manager and Chief of Staff to Premier Christy Clark. Currently, he's Partner and Chief Strategy Officer at Kirk & Co., one of the leading communications and public engagement firms in Canada, and a senior research associate at Pollara Strategic Insights. And he has a goddamn blog! You can read about what's on Mike's political mind, at Rosedeer.blogToday, we're going to talk about the NDP in B.C., post Horgan. BC Liberals post the Liberal brand-name. And what the province thinks of Trudeau, Poilievre and Singh.Thank you for joining us on #TheHerleBurly podcast. Please take a moment to give us a rating and review on iTunes, Spotify, Stitcher, Google Podcasts or your favourite podcast app.Watch conversations from The Herle Burly on YouTube. 

Mike de Jong, BC Liberal MLA for Abbotsford West, former Minister of Finance and Attorney General reacts to the Cullen Commission  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Money laundering public inquiry finds no evidence of political corruption in BC David Eby, Attorney General discusses today's release of the Cullen Commission.  Provincial money laundering watchdog needed in wake of federal agency failures, BC inquiry finds Sam Cooper, Investigative Journalist for Global National reacts to the findings of the Cullen Commission.  Money-laundering a reflection on criminal enterprises in Canada: former RCMP deputy commissioner Peter German, former RCMP deputy commissioner reacts to findings of the Cullen Commission.  Anti-money laundering inquiry calls for sweeping changes to tackle dirty money Ian Mulgrew, Legal Affairs Columnist for The Vancouver Sun reacts to the findings of the Cullen Commission  US central bank hikes interest rate by biggest amount since 1994 Michael Levy, CKNW Business Analyst discusses rising interest rates  BC Liberals respond to Cullen Commission Mike de Jong, BC Liberal MLA for Abbotsford West, former Minister of Finance and Attorney General reacts to the Cullen Commission  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The BC Liberals consider a name change, the federal Conservatives talk membership numbers and reports covering heat deaths, freedom of information and elections.

Canadian men's soccer team to host Curacao at BC Place tonight – Plus, a key update on Canada's 2026 FIFA World Cup bid Irfaan Gaffar, Reporter and Host for The Fourth Period discusses the state of negotiations between Canada's Men's national team & the Canadian Soccer Association in regards to prize money Looking ahead to the BC Liberal convention and will the party seriously consider a name change to appeal to more voters? Kevin Falcon, Leader of the BC Liberal party discusses why the BC Liberals are considering a party name change  The Jas Johal Show Political Forum On The Jas Johal Show Political Forum this week  Stephen Smart, Western Canada General Manager for Hill & Knowlton Strategies, Former Legisative Bureau Chief for CBC & Former Press Secretary for the Premier of BC  Sandy Garossino, Former Crown Prosecutor and columnist with the National Observer.  Topics  Affordable Housing Government spending - Royal BC Museum vs FIFA World Cup  NDP MLA Jinny Sims challenging Doug McCallum in Surrey mayoral race Jinny Sims, NDP MLA running for Mayor of Surrey tells us why she's running for mayor Playland at the PNE is back next weekend with a brand-new thrill ride AND upgraded classics Laura Ballance, Media Relations for the Pacific National Exhibition tells us what new rides we can expect at Playland this year!  Mission BC parents protest broken school promise at NDP MLA's office Jacquelyn Wickham, Concerned Mission parent and member of the District Parent Advisory Committee discusses why Mission needs upgrades to its secondary school and why it shouldn't be ignored  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Welcome to UnSpun - your current events podcast and YouTube show. Every week, Jody Vance and George Affleck unspin the latest news in local, provincial, federal politics, and much more.This week, Jody and George weather the storm whether they like it or not. In Vancouver, the Mayor rehashes some old policies like they are new policies, which is the the ultimate cynical election spin; then — that's not a knife, this is a knife — the silliest twitter troll wars erupt so it must be an election year but the whole thing has one local influencer leaving the social media platform all together; The Broadway Plan is on the docket at city hall in Vancouver and there are 42 changes the council want to make — one for every communications staffer working there; and finally, what's in a name? The BC Liberals will be asking supporters that and what they say … goes. All that and more on UnSpunpodcast.Need to find the audio version, go to unspunpodcast.com or search for us on your favourite audio channel.-Need to reach out, email info@unspunpodcast.com-Stay updated!Jody Vance https://twitter.com/jodyvanceGeorge Affleck https://twitter.com/george_affleckUnSpun https://twitter.com/unspunpodcast-Interested in sponsoring? Email george@curvecommunications.com-Theme song: Piers AffleckProduced at: https://curvecommunications.com/

Kevin Falcon, Leader of the BC Liberal party discusses why the BC Liberals are considering a party name change  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Canada's Supreme Court says extreme intoxication a valid defence in murders, sex assaults Ravi Hira, partner at Hira Rowan LLP, former Crown Counsel says we won't see an increase in defense lawyers using extreme intoxication as a valid defense  BC Liberals call for public funding of in-vitro fertilization Kevin Falcon, BC Liberal MLA for Vancouver-Quilchena, leader of the BC Liberals discusses the importance of public funding for in-vitro fertilization procedures  City of Burnaby to hold open houses at Cooling Centres to teach public on how they can stay safe in the heat Another heat dome on the way? David Critchley, General Manager of Community Safety, City of Burnaby. discusses how the city is preparing for more extraordinarily warm weather this summer.   No quick fix to long security lineups at YVR, airport says Claire Newell, President of Travel Best Bets says it may take up to one year before we see typical airport and passport wait times.  The Wrap: The death of the iPod, calling a man "bald" is now considered sexual harassment in the UK and No Country for Dirty Old Men On The Wrap this week:  Leah Holiove, TV Reporter and Radio Host  Sarah Daniels, Real estate agent in South Surrey; author and broadcaster See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Kevin Falcon, BC Liberal MLA for Vancouver-Quilchena, leader of the BC Liberals discusses the importance of public funding for in-vitro fertilization procedures  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

COVID restrictions: confusion over school sports tournaments rules Richard Zussman, Global News Reporter at the B.C. Legislature provides clarity on just who is mandating a ban over school sports tournaments.  Press freedom in China declining at ‘breakneck speed', new report says Jeremy Nuttall, National reporter for the Toronto Star, formerly based in Beijing discusses press freedom in China as the Beijing Olympic games quickly approach The Jas Johal Show Political Panel: leadership turmoil for the BC Liberals and the Conservative Party of Canada On the panel this week:  Bill Tieleman - President of West Star Communications and former political strategist for the BC NDP  Katy Merrfield - Vice-President, Wellington Advocacy, and Former Communications Director for Premiers Jason Kenney and Christy Clark VPD to hand out free whistles in response to public safety concerns Cease Wyss, who lives in the Downtown core describes her experience living within the city and answers whether or not VPD are correctly addressing the issue of random crime.  Jas and Alan discuss: what makes a great bar? Alan Regan, Jas Johal Show lead producer joins the show to discuss what makes a great bar, as news breaks that Earls purchases Cactus Club  “They're a minority fringe section”: how the Ottawa convoy doesn't represent the majority of Canada's truckers Manan Gupta, editor of “Road Today”, a magazine for Canada's South Asian trucking community describes why the Ottawa convoy is not representative of the trucking industry 

On the panel this week:  Bill Tieleman - President of West Star Communications and former political strategist for the BC NDP  Katy Merrfield - Vice-President, Wellington Advocacy, and Former Communications Director for Premiers Jason Kenney and Christy Clark

Newly-formed ‘Kitsilano Coalition' demands action on subway station and supportive housing at Broadway and Arbutus A discussion with Bill Tieleman, spokesperson for the Kitsilano Coalition for Children & Community Safety, on where to build in Vancouver. Plus, your calls!  Why Jas turned down the chance to run for BC Liberals leadership  Shachi Kurl, President of the Angus Reid Institute, joins the show to discuss diversity in politics. Plus, Jas shares his own experience within politics. EV manufacturer Rivian valued at $86 billion - which is more than Ford! A new player in the electric car game has arrived! We speak with Jeremy Cato, Vancouver correspondent for Automotive News Canada, more online at www.CatoCarGuy.com, about the new company. Plus, your calls on whether you're considering purchasing an electric vehicle!  What's next for Aaron Rodgers and the Green Bay Packers? Where do Aaron Rogers and the Green Bay Packers go from here? CKNW Contributor Jawn Jang chats with Global BC Sports anchor, producer and part owner of the Green Bay Packers, Shanel Pratap.  Should province have considered COVID vaccines for mink instead of phasing out farms? Kurt Bernemann, Manager of Dogwood Fur Farms and Member of the BC Mink Producers Association reacts to the provinces decision to phase out mink farms.  Rebeka Breder, Animal Rights Lawyer at Breder Law gives her reaction to the provincial government's decision to phase out mink farming. Should COVID vaccines for mink have been considered? 

 Shachi Kurl, President of the Angus Reid Institute, joins the show to discuss diversity in politics. Plus, Jas shares his own experience within politics.

Canadian politics has become so robotic – politicians all sound the same, follow talking points and agree on almost every issue. However, there's one politician in Canada who's trying to change that. Aaron Gunn is an independent journalist, a common sense pundit and is running to become the next leader of the BC Liberals and eventually the next Premier of British Columbia. Aaron joins The Candice Malcolm Show to discuss his campaign and his vision for British Columbia. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices