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John Simpson, in discussion with the BBC's unparalleled range of experts across the world, analyses President Trump's approach to dealing with China, examines the United States' rivalry with China in south-east Asia, and explores what the future holds for Benjamin Netanyahu and the Israeli government. Producer: Kate Cornell Executive producer: Benedick Watt Commissioning editor: Vara Szajkowski

This week on UnSpun with Jody Vance and George Affleck, Vancouver's city hall turns into a shell game, provincial politics melt down, and a 900-page court ruling shakes up land ownership in BC.Here's what's inside:

John Simpson, in discussion with the BBC's unparalleled range of experts across the world, analyses whether Hamas will lay down its weapons in Gaza, looks at how other jihadist groups have responded to the ceasefire between Israel and Hamas, and explores how Ukraine's approach to the war with Russia might change in the wake of the latest row with President Trump. Producer: Kate Cornell Executive producer: Benedick Watt Commissioning editor: Vara Szajkowski

In Episode 303 of UnSpun with Jody Vance and George Affleck, it's city hall mayhem, provincial implosions, and a federal plan that's literally going nuclear (in a good way).Here's what's inside:

John Simpson, in discussion with the BBC's unparalleled range of experts across the world, analyses who will actually be running Gaza in the wake of the ceasefire there, examines the escalating trade war between China and the United States, and looks at the recent spate of cyber-attacks targeting western companies.Producer: Kate Cornell Executive Producer: Benedick Watt Commissioning Editor: Vara Szajkowski

In Episode 302 of UnSpun with Jody Vance and George Affleck, the Park Board soap opera hits a new twist, BC's liquor shelves run dry, and the global stage gets even stranger.Here's what's inside:

John Simpson, in discussion with the BBC's unparalleled range of experts across the world, analyses whether two years on from the 7 October attacks peace in Gaza is now possible, looks at what it's like for western journalists to report from Russia, and examines the consequences of UN sanctions being reimposed on Iran.Producer: Kate Cornell Executive producer: Benedick Watt Commissioning editor: Vara Szajkowski

In Episode 301 of UnSpun with Jody Vance and George Affleck, Vancouver politics meet global chaos once again — and yes, George was right… again.Here's what's on the rundown:

Episode 300 of UnSpun with Jody Vance and George Affleck delivers a milestone mix of hyperlocal Vancouver politics, BC-provincial drama, and global turbulence.Here's what's on the docket:

John Simpson, in discussion with the BBC's unparalleled range of experts across the world, analyses what effect the recognition of Palestine as a state might have, examines whether Syria is back in the international fold, and looks at the latest restrictions that the Taliban have introduced in Afghanistan.Producer: Kate Cornell Executive producer: Benedick Watt Commissioning editor: Vara Szajkowski

This week on UnSpun with Jody Vance and George Affleck, it's local politics colliding with global headlines — and yes, we go from Vancouver City Hall straight to the United Nations.Here's what we cover:

John Simpson, in discussion with the BBC's unparalleled range of experts across the world, examines the relationship between Sir Keir Starmer and Donald Trump, analyses whether Israel's strike on Qatar has played into Iran's hands, and looks at the widening split between Europe and the United States over Israel and Gaza. Producer: Kate Cornell Executive producer: Benedick Watt Commissioning editor: Vara Szajkowski

This week's episode of UnSpun with Jody Vance and George Affleck swings from Vancouver's park board meltdown to global free speech battles — all the messy politics you need in under 40 minutes.Here's what's on deck:

We are using this episode to talk about police power abuse cases in what could be an ongoing series examining more egregious cases of misconduct by law enforcement. And today we are talking about one of the dirtiest badges of all.This podcast was made possible by www.labrottiecreations.com Check out their merchandise and specifically their fun pop pet art custom pieces made from photos of your very own pets. Use the promo code CRIMEXS for 20% off a fun, brightly colored, happy piece of art of your own pet at their site.Music in this episode was licensed for True Crime XS. Our theme song is No Scars from slip.fmYou can reach us at our website truecrimexs.com and you can leave us a voice message at 252-365-5593. Find us most anywhere with @truecrimexsThanks for listening. Please like and subscribe if you want to hear more and you can come over to patreon.com/truecrimexs and check out what we've got going on there if you'd like to donate to fund future True Crime XS road trip investigations and FOIA requests. We also have some merchandise up at Teepublic http://tee.pub/lic/mZUXW1MOYxMSources:www.namus.govwww.thecharleyproject.comwww.newspapers.comFindlaw.comVarious News Sources Mentioned by NameAd Information:New Era Caps: https://zen.ai/dWeCYLHxxANOaZ6NcKocEwLiquid IV: Link: https://zen.ai/45lYmDnWl1Z3cR66LBX5mAZencastr: Link: https://zen.ai/SFkD99OGWGNz_plc2c_Yaw

John Simpson, in discussion with the BBC's unparalleled range of experts across the world, analyses whether the latest political crisis in France is a sign of long-term decline, examines the reasons for the simmering tensions between Cambodia and Thailand, and looks at the ways in which Russia is trying to win over opinion around the world.Producer: Kate Cornell Executive Producer: Benedick Watt Commissioning Editor: Vara Szajkowski

This week's episode of UnSpun with Jody Vance and George Affleck goes national, local, and totally off the rails — in the best way possible.

Season 8 is here — and Jody's back from a very unexpected detour in China. From being stranded in Chengdu to Air Canada chaos, it's been a summer of surprises.But the headlines at home? Even bigger.This week, we dig into: ✈️ Jody's wild Air Canada/China travel saga

Welcome to UnSpun – your go-to podcast and YouTube show for politics, media spin, and keeping Vancouver honest. While technically on hiatus, Jody and George couldn't stay silent this week — because what's happening at Kits Pool is peak Park Board nonsense. We're talking about an Olympic-sized outdoor pool in the middle of a record heat wave that's… EMPTY. But somehow also “sold out.” Reservations, lineups, session closures, 30-minute shutdowns five times a day… it's a mess. And it's been a mess since COVID. In this special summer episode:


John Simpson, in discussion with the BBC's unparalleled range of experts across the world, analyses US President Donald Trump's approach to foreign policy in his second term, examines reaction in Israel to the country's conflict with Iran, and looks at the controversial new project to create artificial human DNA from scratch.

John Simpson, in discussion with the BBC's unparalleled range of experts across the world, analyses whether the Iranian regime has successfully weathered the storm caused by the attacks by Israel and the United States, examines the state of the NATO alliance, and looks at the ferocious gangland culture of Cape Town in South Africa.

Welcome to UnSpun – your go-to podcast and YouTube show for politics, media spin, and keeping Vancouver honest. In the final episode of Season 7, Jody and George go out with a bang (and maybe a splash):

John Simpson, in discussion with the BBC's unparalleled range of experts across the world, analyses whether Israel's attacks on Iran could lead to regime change, assesses the effectiveness of the G7 in dealing with international crises, and examines what the consequences might be of a global drop in human fertility.

Welcome to UnSpun – your go-to podcast and YouTube show for current events. In this episode, Jody Vance and George Affleck take it hyperlocal, starting with Vancouver's latest budget drama—then escalating to global headlines:

John Simpson, in discussion with the BBC's unparalleled range of experts across the world, analyses Donald Trump's decision to deploy troops to tackle protests over immigration raids in Los Angeles, examines the impact at home of Russia's war casualties in Ukraine, and looks at shocking evidence of life in Syria's prisons under former leader, Bashar al-Assad.

Welcome to UnSpun — the fast-talking podcast and YouTube show where Jody Vance and George Affleck strip away the spin from politics, policy, and daily headlines.In this episode, we go from local wildfires to global trade wars, with a pit stop at Vancouver's controversial development debates and BC Ferries' tone-deaf decisions:

Welcome to UnSpun – your go-to podcast and YouTube show for current events. In this episode, Jody Vance and George Affleck cover a packed slate of political chaos and local controversy:

John Simpson, in discussion with the BBC's unparalleled range of experts across the world, analyses whether criticism from within Israel will force Netanyahu's government to change its approach to the war in Gaza, examines the impact Russia's latest onslaught is having on Ukrainian citizens, and looks at the conflict between security forces and armed separatists in Cameroon over the independence of the country's two English-speaking regions.

Welcome to UnSpun - your go-to podcast and YouTube show for current events. In this episode, Jody Vance and George Affleck dive into a wide range of topics:

James Landale, in discussion with the BBC's unparalleled range of experts across the world, analyses the UK's new deal with the EU, looks at the possible impacts of the lifting of US sanctions on Syria, and examines scientists' attempts to discover the origin of life itself.

In this episode of the UnSpun Podcast, hosts Jody Vance and George Affleck cover a range of pressing local and national topics. They start by discussing the retirement of Vancouver Police Chief Adam Palmer and the rumours surrounding his potential successors. They also delve into the controversy over a $1 million sign in Vancouver and the high maintenance costs associated with it. Shifting gears, a look at the issues related to homelessness and public facilities in the city, as well as recent budgetary concerns.On the national scene, they discuss the implications of recent decisions by Canadian and US politicians, including Prime Minister Mark Carney's meetings and federal budget discussions. Join Jody and George for an engaging and insightful conversation on current affairs.00:00 Introduction and Hosts00:26 Local News: Vancouver Police Chief Rumours04:04 Vancouver Sign Controversy06:32 Downtown Eastside Issues and Provincial Politics07:58 Metro Vancouver Board Audit12:41 Property Taxes and Home Equity Concerns15:28 Oppenheimer Park Tent City16:56 Park Sleeping Controversy17:34 Playground Launch Halted18:24 Homelessness and Public Spaces19:09 Public Washroom Issues24:13 International Politics and South Africa28:34 US Politics and Economic Policies31:15 Podcast Wrap-Up

John Simpson, in discussion with the BBC's unparalleled range of experts across the world, examines the Israeli government's plans for Gaza, assesses China's efforts to lessen its reliance on the United States for trade, and looks at attacks against critics of the Iranian regime on foreign soil.

Welcome to UnSpun - your weekly dive into current events! In this episode, Jody Vance and George Affleck discuss a myriad of pressing topics. This week:In this episode of the Unspun Podcast, hosts Jody Vance and George Affleck dive into a jam-packed 30-minute discussion, covering a wide array of pressing topics. They start with global politics, analyzing the U.S. President's controversial visit to the Middle East, interactions with historically unfriendly nations, and the implications for peace in the region. They then transition to national politics in Canada, focusing on Prime Minister Mark Carney's newly installed cabinet and the political fallout from housing policies. Locally, the duo examines the ongoing political and social issues in Alberta and British Columbia, including the separatist movement and healthcare staffing challenges. They wrap up the episode by pondering the erosion of democratic norms and the increasing authoritarian tendencies both internationally and domestically. Tune in for an insightful discussion that takes the spin out of the news cycle and presents the facts unfiltered.00:00 Introduction and Podcast Overview00:59 Global Politics: US and Middle East Relations04:41 US Domestic Issues: Corruption and Authoritarianism10:28 Impact on Science and Healthcare11:17 Canadian Politics: Alberta and Separatism14:24 National Headlines: Prime Minister Carney's Cabinet20:15 Pipeline Politics and Media Reactions20:56 Political Missteps and Crisis Management22:29 Rogue Politicians and Party Dynamics24:18 BC Politics and Controversies25:39 Mental Health and Homelessness Issues31:31 Comparing Social Systems: Canada vs. Denmark33:30 Healthcare Workers and Immigration34:54 Conclusion and Social Media PlugsStay updated!Jody Vance https://twitter.com/jodyvance George Affleck https://twitter.com/george_affleck UnSpun https://twitter.com/unspunpodcast Interested in sponsoring? Email george@curvecommunications.com

John Simpson, in discussion with the BBC's unparalleled range of experts across the world, analyses Russia's current strategy in Ukraine, looks at the preparations the Polish are making for a possible Russian invasion of their country, and examines the escalating tensions between Israel and the Palestinians in the West Bank.Producer: Kate Cornell Executive producer: Benedick Watt Commissioning editor: Vara Szajkowski

Welcome to UnSpun - your weekly dive into current events! In this episode, Jody Vance and George Affleck discuss a myriad of pressing topics. This week:

John Simpson, in discussion with the BBC's unparalleled range of experts across the world, analyses the role Donald Trump played in the Liberal Party's election victory in Canada, looks at the extent of the Turkish military presence in northern Iraq, and examines whether the legacy of Pope Francis will endure under his successor.Producer: Kate Cornell Executive producer: Benedick Watt Commissioning editor: Vara Szajkowski

Welcome to UnSpun - your go-to podcast and YouTube show for current events. In this episode, Jody Vance and George Affleck dive into a wide range of topics:

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John Simpson, in discussion with the BBC's unparalleled range of experts across the world, examines how Gaza could be governed in the future, analyses what a peace deal between Ukraine and Russia might look like, and looks at whether a minerals deal with the United States might end the fighting in the Democratic Republic of Congo.

Welcome to UnSpun - your go-to podcast and YouTube show for current events. In this episode, Jody Vance and George Affleck delve into a host of pressing topics:

John Simpson, in discussion with the BBC's unparalleled range of experts across the world, analyses the negotiations between the United States and Russia over a ceasefire in Ukraine, examines Canada's attempts to forge European alliances amidst a trade war with Donald Trump and – at a pivotal moment for the International Criminal Court - explores the impact of the arrest of Rodrigo Duterte, former president of the Philippines.

Welcome to UnSpun - your go-to podcast and YouTube show for current events. In this episode, Jody Vance and George Affleck discuss a multitude of pressing topics:

John Simpson, in discussion with the BBC's unparalleled range of experts across the world, analyses whether jitters in the world markets suggest an economic downturn is imminent, examines how the American decision to hold talks with Hamas has affected the situation in Gaza and looks at how scientists are trying to counter the jamming of GPS signals.

Welcome to UnSpun - your go-to podcast and YouTube show for current events. In this episode, Jody Vance and George Affleck delve into an array of headline-making topics:

John Simpson, in discussion with the BBC's unparalleled range of experts across the world, examines what Ukraine can do to win back American military support in its war with Russia, explores whether a European army could provide a bulwark against Russia and looks at how Donald Trump and Elon Musk have waded into the controversy over South Africa's land inequality.

John Simpson, in discussion with the BBC's unparalleled range of experts across the world, analyses whether Russia's war in Ukraine is nearing an endgame, examines the implications of the surge in support for the right in the German elections and looks at the huge increase in government surveillance under the Taliban in Afghanistan.

John Simpson, in discussion with the BBC's unparalleled range of experts across the world, examines whether Western support for Ukraine is holding firm, analyses Donald Trump's plan for a Middle East riviera in Gaza and looks at whether artificial intelligence is still a danger to us.

John Simpson, in discussion with the BBC's unparalleled range of experts across the world, examines Donald Trump's first few weeks in office, analyses whether the United States is going to start a trade war, and looks at how Mexico is dealing with the new administration in Washington.

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John Simpson visits Russia's neighbour Latvia for a special episode of Unspun World where he reflects on how the collapse of the Soviet Union has shaped Putin's Russia. With BBC experts in the region, John explores how a second Trump presidency may affect the war in Ukraine and looks at the Baltic balancing act over the threat from Moscow.

John Simpson is in Taiwan for a special episode of Unspun World, where he reflects on the extraordinary rollercoaster of Chinese politics over the last 60 years. With the BBC experts in the region, John examines the growing tensions between Taiwan and China, and explores how China may deal with Trump 2.0 as the US president once again takes office.