Episodios

  • Expanding BCGEU strike, Canadian obesity rates, & Sexual assault lawsuit!

    Expanding BCGEU strike, Canadian obesity rates, & Sexual assault lawsuit!
    Oct 3 2025
    Striking public service workers in British Columbia have expanded pickets at provincial liquor and cannabis stores again, adding 20 more locations to the list. Recent data from Statistics Canada reveals that nearly two-thirds of Canadian adults are classified as overweight or obese, highlighting a significant public health concern. A lawsuit has been filed in B.C. Supreme Court against former Vancouver Canuck Willie Mitchell and a Tofino resort, alleging sexual assault and negligence. The plaintiff, a young woman who worked at the resort, claims she was extremely intoxicated when Mitchell brought her to his home, where the alleged assault took place. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    34 m
  • Vancouver’s Finest: MICHELIN Guide 2025 selection revealed!

    Vancouver’s Finest: MICHELIN Guide 2025 selection revealed!
    Oct 3 2025
    Vancouver’s Finest: MICHELIN Guide 2025 selection revealed! Guest: Richard Wolak - Editor/Publisher vancouverfoodster.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    12 m
  • Warnings for US permanent residents, Building pipelines through BC, & New smart cameras!

    Warnings for US permanent residents, Building pipelines through BC, & New smart cameras!
    Oct 2 2025
    Ottawa has issued a new travel advisory that could have serious consequences for Canadians who are permanent residents of the United States. The Alberta government is pressing ahead with plans for a major new oil pipeline to the B.C. coast, aiming to deliver up to a million barrels of bitumen a day. Ring has just unveiled its most advanced lineup of smart cameras and doorbells yet, featuring next-generation “Retinal Vision” technology in both 2K and 4K for sharper detail, improved low-light performance, and AI features that go far beyond home security. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    30 m
  • Scientists have uncovered new types of organics on one of Saturn's moons!

    Scientists have uncovered new types of organics on one of Saturn's moons!
    Oct 2 2025
    Scientists have uncovered new types of organics on one of Saturn's moons. The organics were found in icy geysers spouting from Enceladus, meaning it's possible its ocean world may harbour conditions suitable for life. Guest: Fabian Klenner - Postdoctoral Scholar at the University of Washington Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    12 m
  • Short-term rental shortages, Building a West Coast pipeline, & Turkey prices DOWN this year!

    Short-term rental shortages, Building a West Coast pipeline, & Turkey prices DOWN this year!
    Oct 1 2025
    Vancouver’s hosting of FIFA World Cup 2026 matches is fast approaching, and a new report from Deloitte, backed by Airbnb, warns the city may face a shortfall of 70,000 guest-nights during the peak event days. Alberta leads as the proponent for a West Coast pipeline. New study shows that the cost of turkey down as Thanksgiving approaches! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    34 m
  • Big changes coming to publicly-funded LTC and assisted living operators

    Big changes coming to publicly-funded LTC and assisted living operators
    Oct 1 2025
    The Province of BC has recently announced plans to stop funding overtime and agency staffing costs for publicly-funded long-term care and assisted living operators. Guest: Jen Lyle - CEO, Alzheimer Society of BC Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    10 m
  • Improving the DTES, & Two charged in Texada Island grizzly bear killing!

    Improving the DTES, & Two charged in Texada Island grizzly bear killing!
    Sep 30 2025
    The B.C. government has appointed former Vancouver mayor Larry Campbell to coordinate housing, services and supports. What exactly will he be doing — and can this appointment make a difference in one of the city’s most complex neighbourhoods? Two Texada Island residents have now been charged in connection with the killing of a grizzly bear in July. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    34 m
  • Improving life in the DTES!

    Improving life in the DTES!
    Sep 29 2025
    BC is appointing Larry Campbell to work with partners to improve quality of life for everyone in Downtown Eastside. Guest: Guy Felicella - Harm reduction and recovery advocate Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    9 m