Adam Stirling: The Podcast

Are we going to do another double election four years from now? Adam discusses some of the bonkers elements of B.C. politics, including rising tensions between OneBC and the BC Conservatives. Plus, the latest on energy issue politics as the planned oil pipeline between Alberta and the B.C. coast gets national interest designation from the federal governments.

Gas prices take center stage in BC NDP election promises. Adam explores key moments from Premier Eby speaking to the press today and the economic context. Plus, Michael Mulligan joins for this week’s edition of Legally Speaking.

As the countdown to local elections voting day continues, Adam explores political discourse in Langford and beyond as listeners text in their thoughts.

Adam explores PM Carney speaking today as LNG Canada hopes to double the capacity at a B.C. gas export terminal. Plus, analysis of BC Conservative leader Lorne Doerkson speaking to the press.

What’s happening with violence against teachers and staff in schools? Adam discusses local community issues. Plus, alcohol on B.C. shelves is once again at issue in B.C. politics, with taxation debates.

Could funding for education and childcare decide some local races? Adam discusses political dynamics in local ridings as parties continue selecting their candidates.  

Disruptions at North Saanich council noted by the province? Adam explores some of the final local council meetings in the region. Plus, the BC Greens push their childcare policy platform & labour-allied messaging amid economic and affordability discourse in this provincial election. 

Energy economics are at issue on the provincial stage as Adam explores BC Conservative interim leader Lorne Doerkson’s comments to the press today. Plus, listeners weigh in via open lines. 

Which MLA races are most hotly contested in the capital region? Adam discusses local and provincial issues of the day and explores key moments from Premier Eby speaking to the press.

Join the conversation on local mayor races with Adam as listeners text in their takes. Including exploration of political issues shaping the campaign trails in Colwood, Victoria and beyond. Plus, B.C. election discourse, including political messaging questioning the stability of Lorne Doerkson’s status as party leader.

When does the private sector pay? Adam discusses the Centre Mountain business park development and political discourse in Langford, including recent comments from mayoral candidate Stew Young. Plus, Adam reviews key moments from Colwood Mayor Doug Kobayashi speaking about his campaign this morning. 

Open lines with Adam continue. Candidate for Saanich council Sasha Izard calls in during open lines. Candidate for Langford Mayor Stew Young calls in during open lines. Save Our Saanich electoral organization director Reuben Mills also calls in.

Is it possible to do a total political re-brand? Adam discusses political messaging from local and provincial candidates. Plus, Angus Reid Institute senior research associate Jon Roe joins with the latest Angus Reid polling suggesting the BC Conservatives have an 8-point lead in vote intention. As open lines begin, candidate for Langford council Bryson Hill calls in.   

More condo discourse! Explore political messaging on the provincial stage with Adam as he analyzes messaging from BC NDP Premier David Eby and Conservative Party of BC leader Lorne Doerkson. Ron from Texas joins for pop culture Friday. 

Catch up on highlights from Langford mayoral candidates speaking to voters at a West Shore Chamber of Commerce event this week with Adam, as he explores key issues shaping the local and provincial elections. Including discussion of Lorne Doerkson's interim leadership and political discourse after the BC Conservative Party said he'd stay on as leader if he becomes premier in this election...

Find out what Adam says is unusual about Eby’s presentation at his press conference today as the provincial election campaign season ramps up.

Are things getting tense at the premier’s pressers? Adam explores key moments this week as the campaign kicks off. Listeners text and call in their thought on community issues.

Get in the loop on live infrastructure, community safety and development issues in the capital region. Plus, Michael Mulligan joins for this week’s edition of Legally Speaking.

Adam discusses the role of endorsements in the lead up to the civic election in Victoria. Plus, exploration of the news of four cabinet ministers deciding not to run in the provincial election and political dynamics in local riding.

Join the conversation on community and political issues shaping this election season as listeners share their takes with Adam via open lines and text. Plus, more developments as the BC Conservative Party has decided to let interim leader Lorne Doerkson remain as leader if he is elected premier.

Adam discusses local issues and political developments in double-election season as listeners share their thoughts. Including analysis of CentreBC’s place in the political contest.

Find out what Adam says about how the U.S. midterms could relate to B.C.’s provincial election as he explores what party leaders have to say about the snap. BC Green leader Emily Lowan revealed today where she will run for a seat in the legislature. Listeners call and text in their thoughts. Candidate for Saanich mayor Rishi Sharma calls in during open lines.

What can we expect from this double-election season? Adam discusses the challenges of having local and a B.C. election at the same time. He discusses Lorne Doerkson and Peter Milobar’s comments to the press after taking several incumbents back into the BC Conservative party. Plus, CentreBC names its candidate for Oak Bay-Gordon Head today.

Listeners share their thoughts on Premier Eby’s snap election call as voters are also facing an incoming municipal election. Including discussion of reactions to the political situation, affordability concerns, local controversies and more.

What’s chaotic about two elections in one month? Adam discusses political fallout after Premier Eby’s snap election call, including Peter Milobar and others leaving CentreBC to return to the Conservative Party of BC. Plus, Adam discusses Prime Minister Carney’s comments in New York.