Adam Stirling: The Podcast

At start of the show, Adam shares a variety of audio clips that highlights key information relevant to the ‘Freedom Convoy’ from recent weeks and provides a basis to speculate upon their future plans. Additionally, there appears to be evidence that there is infighting among the convoy participants and leaders over their goals and aspirations.

Dr. Sally Otto, Canada Research Chair in Theoretical and Experimental Evolution, UBC joins the program to provide insight about circulation of influenza among B.C. residents. Dr. Otto acknowledges that a significant contributor to suppressing the spread of the influenza was that COVID-19 health and safety mandates. Between guests, Open Lines continue as listeners chat with Adam about various topic...

Open Lines are utilized by listeners to voice their thoughts and opinions with Adam about various topics covered throughout the show including the ‘freedom convoy’, ICBC rebates, fossil fuels, COVID-19 vaccines, and the Oscars. Adam also shares a segment from today’s Morning Show with Al Ferraby as Adrian Dix, B.C. Health Minister as they discuss updates on the COVID-19 pandemic...

Tom Gunton, professor, founding director of SFU’s resource and environmental management planning program speaks to Adam about the recent announcement from the Canadian federal government as they share their national Emissions Reduction Plan. Professor Gunton additional clarifies background information pertaining to pipelines and the processes of exporting fossil fuels.  

Dr. Sally Otto, Canada Research Chair in Theoretical and Experimental Evolution, UBC joins the program to provide insight about circulation of influenza among B.C. residents. Dr. Otto acknowledges that a significant contributor to suppressing the spread of the influenza was that COVID-19 health and safety mandates. 

Maja Tait, Mayor of Sooke joins the program to address challenges that Sooke has been facing regarding the lack of certain first responder services, notably, ambulance services. Mayor Tait acknowledges that this issue has been arising due to the growth of the Sooke community and the service is shared among various local municipalities thus stretching the service thin. 

James Horncastle, Edward and Emily McWhinney Professor in International Relations, SFU chats with Adam about the illegal invasion of Ukraine conducted by Russia. Professor Horncastle notes upon Russia’s mentality has been shifting as it appears that invaders are becoming more brutal as they have been targeting public leaders and more civilians throughout Ukraine.  Professor Horncastle a...

Adam plays a segment from CTV’s broadcast that pertains to HIV and laws that relate to remarks a caller made at the end of Hour 2. Open Lines continue as listeners are able to share their thoughts and opinions on various topics covered throughout the show including the human condition and misinformation, high demand of employees in public services, the ‘Freedom Convoy’, Prime Min...

The show kicks off with Adam providing a brief recap of the incidents related to the ‘Freedom Convoy’ here in Victoria, and after, an update of the convoy organizer’s plans going further. Afterwards, Adam shares a segment from Al Ferraby’s show this morning with Selina Robinson, B.C. Minister of Municipal Affairs and Housing as Robinson provides insight on the on-going hous...

Maja Tait, Mayor of Sooke joins the program to address challenges that Sooke has been facing regarding the lack of certain first responder services, notably, ambulance services. Mayor Tait acknowledges that this issue has been arising due to the growth of the Sooke community and the service is shared among various local municipalities thus stretching the service thin. Afterwards, James Horncastle,...

Open Lines are available for listeners to voice their thoughts and concerns with Adam about various topics covered throughout the show including the ICBC $110 rebate, the ‘Freedom Convoy’, and Prime Minster Trudeau. Among the callers, we hear from both a James Bay resident and healthcare workers as they provide unique perceptive on the ‘Freedom Convoy’.

Adam begins the show by recapping incidents related to the ‘Freedom Convoy’ over the last few weeks by listening to various audios clips from convoy participants and organizers. Adam speculates upon the convoy’s agenda going forward, like, whether or not the convoy will be returning to Victoria and the James Bay area, how the convoy intendeds to infiltrate the James Bay area by &...

Victoria Wyatt, University of Victoria Faculty Association joins the program as UVIC has been in the process of deciding whether or not a version of the mask mandate may be implemented at UVIC for the remainder of the academic semester. Wyatt acknowledges that the province’s announcement to remove the mask mandate was initiated too quickly for the university to address various concerns. Open...

Rick McCandless, a policy analyst, ICBC watchdog, and former senior public servant speaks to Adam about the recent ICBC announcement as the Insurance company plans to compensate driver as gas prices are only getting higher. McCandless notes that  ICBC has been conducting itself far better than they have in previous years.

Victoria Wyatt, University of Victoria Faculty Association joins the program as UVIC has been in the process of deciding whether or not a version of the mask mandate may be implemented at UVIC for the remainder of the academic semester. Wyatt acknowledges that the province’s announcement to remove the mask mandate was initiated too quickly for the university to address various concerns.&nbsp...

The show starts with Adam recapping various events that have transpired throughout Victoria in recent weeks including updates on both the ‘Freedom Convoy’ and Victoria City Council. Afterwards, Adam focuses in on Victoria City Council’s meetings yesterday as they debate an imitative which would allow property owners an opportunity to donate to local First Nation’s communiti...

Open Lines are available for listeners to voice their thoughts and concerns with Adam about various topics covered throughout the show including Victoria City Council, reconciliation, the ‘Freedom Convoy’, and pop culture.

Ron Cheffins, UVic Professor Emeritus of Law and Political Science joins the program for a weekly political analyses segment as Prof. Cheffins and Adam examine notably aspects of Canadian politics. Prof. Cheffins acknowledges the big political news of the week  as the Federal Liberal and NDP political parties have reached an agreement in official collaboration. Then Prof. Cheffins speaks to t...

Ron Cheffins, UVic Professor Emeritus of Law and Political Science joins the program for a weekly political analyses segment as Prof. Cheffins and Adam examine notably aspects of Canadian politics. Cheffins acknowledges the big political news of the week  as the Federal Liberal and NDP political parties have reached an agreement in official collaboration. Then Cheffins speaks to the political...

Adam switches focus towards Victoria City Council as news that Council’s initiative to allow for voluntary additional property taxes that will be given to local First Nations communities. Open Lines continue as listeners are able to voice their thoughts and concerns with Adam on topics covered throughout the show including the federal and municipal governments and finding employment. Dr. Val...

Adam starts the show by providing a recap of the events leading up the yesterday’s news that the Beacon Hill Park lawsuit has been appealed and will be brought back to the court. We listen to a segment from yesterday’s show as John Alexander, litigation partner, Cox Taylor Barristers and Solicitors and the representative for the Friends Of Beacon Hill Park in the legal proceedings. Aft...

Open Lines continue as callers are able to chat with Adam about various topics covered throughout the show including Canadian Federal Government, the Russia/Ukraine conflict, and the potential allgamation between the cities of Saanich and Victoria. Michael Mulligan, Barrister & Solicitor, Mulligan Defence Lawyers joins Adam for their Legally Speaking segment as the duo discusses interesting le...

Dr. Valorie Masuda, palliative care physician joins the program to provide insight into a unique form of treatment that involves the use of psychedelic drugs. Dr. Masuda acknowledges the challenges faced by individuals facing end of life medical situations and how certain psychedelic drugs can be very powerful in aiding individuals on a philosophical level.   

Michael Mulligan, Barrister & Solicitor, Mulligan Defence Lawyers joins Adam for their Legally Speaking segment as the duo discusses interesting legally proceedings. Mulligan starts off by speaking about announcements made that will change the way legal services are offered, including accessibility to legal aid for youth. Next, Mulligan shares a legal case the involved an individual caught che...

Alistair MacGregor, NDP MP for Cowichan-Malahat-Langford joins the program to speak to Adam about the recent agreement between the NDP and Liberal Parties which will allow Trudeau’s Government to remain in Federal power. MacGregor also acknowledges that it will take a tremendous amounts of efforts but is optimistic that the commitments between both Parties will ultimately help improve public...