Mornings with Simi

Seg 1: How does space travel impact human biology? Boeing's plagued Starliner is still stranded at the International Space Station. Now, NASA astronauts Butch Wilmore and Suni Williams, who arrived at the space station two months ago, may have to stay in space for an additional eight months. Guest: Dr. Susan Bailey, Professor of Radiation Cancer Biology and Oncology at Colorado State University Se...

Guest: Neetu Garcha, Anchor and Reporter for Global National Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Premier David Eby joins the show to discuss a bunch of different issues ahead of the election.  He also fields questions you, the listener, have about what is affecting you in your day to day life. Guest: David Eby, Premier of British Columbia Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

According to Dr. Charlotte Waddell, school-based prevention programs are crucial for addressing the opioid crisis by targeting children before they start experimenting with substances.  Guest: Dr. Charlotte Waddell, Director of the Children's Health Policy Centre and Professor Emerita in the Faculty of Health Sciences at Simon Fraser University Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/...

What is Gord Macdonald’s favourite memory from CKNW? Guest: Gord Macdonald, Former CKNW News Anchor & host Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The Canadian Federation of Independent Business is arguing that Temporary Foreign Workers are indispensable to sustaining Canada’s agricultural sector.  Guest: Francesca Basta, Research Analyst at the Canadian Federation of Independent Business Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

A New class action lawsuit alleges the BC and Federal governments created a new drug market with 'safe supply' and caused two teenage girls to get addicted. Guest: Rob Shaw, Political Correspondent for CHEK News Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Amid a surge in mpox cases, the Africa Centres for Disease Control and Prevention declared the outbreak a continental public health emergency. Guest: Dr. Cheryl Walter, Senior Lecturer in Biomedical Science at the University of Hull Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Boeing's plagued Starliner is still stranded at the International Space Station. Now, NASA astronauts Butch Wilmore and Suni Williams, who arrived at the space station two months ago, may have to stay in space for an additional eight months. Guest: Dr. Susan Bailey, Professor of Radiation Cancer Biology and Oncology at Colorado State University Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/...

Seg 1: How conspiracies shaped the lives of Medieval queens The 15th century in England was a time marked by significant social and political upheaval, including popular unrest and civil wars, which created fertile ground for the spread of rumours and conspiracy theories. Guest: Dr. Gordon McKelvie, Senior Lecturer in Medieval History at Winchester University Seg 2: View From Victoria: BC United p...

Time for Making Cents of the Markets with Lori Pinkowski. Lori Pinkowski is a Senior Portfolio Manager at Canaccord Genuity. You can contact The Pinkowski Wealth Management team directly at 604-695-LORI or visit their website at Pinkowski.ca Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

BC has announced support measures for farmers affected by the closure of the BC Tree Fruits Cooperative, which is seeking creditor protection due to a liquidity crisis exacerbated by weather damage to crops. Guest: Deep Brar, Vice-President of BC Fruit Growers Association Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Over 300 health professionals have issued an open letter raising concerns about the impact of British Columbia’s LNG industry on the province’s healthcare crisis. Guest: Dr. Melissa Lem, President of the Canadian Association of Physicians for the Environment Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The rising number of opioid-related overdoses in British Columbia has led to an overwhelming demand for pet foster care from people seeking treatment, but resources are limited. Guest: Kathy Powelson, Executive Director of Paws for Hope Animal Foundation Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

NDP MP Niki Ashton has proposed a motion for the federal heritage committee to investigate allegations that Canada Soccer’s national teams have been involved in spying on opposing teams’ closed practices, a practice that may have been ongoing since at least 2016. Guest: Niki Ashton, MP for Churchill—Keewatinook Aski in Manitoba Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

BC United is swinging big with a personal income tax elimination for 60% of the population, but it also might seem desperate. Guest: Rob Shaw, Political Correspondent for CHEK News Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The 15th century in England was a time marked by significant social and political upheaval, including popular unrest and civil wars, which created fertile ground for the spread of rumours and conspiracy theories. Guest: Dr. Gordon McKelvie, Senior Lecturer in Medieval History at Winchester University Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Seg 1: How to get your kids excited about going back to school What are some of the best books to get your kids excited about the new school year and ready to learn? Guest: Brandon Forsyth, Category Manager of Print Experience at Indigo Seg 2: View From Victoria: Can we stop doing polls? Leger has a new poll out on BC politics. It shows the NDP at 42% and the Conservative Party of BC on their heel...

Barry Enderwick is the creator of the social media channel “Sandwiches of History,” where he explores and recreates vintage sandwich recipes from old cookbooks. Guest: Barry Enderwick, Host of “Sandwiches of History” Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

A lawyer who frequently defends individuals charged with homicide, expressed hope that the appointment of Dr. Jatinder Baidwan as the new chief coroner will bring much-needed changes to the BC Coroners Service, particularly concerning its notably low autopsy rate. Guest: Richard Fowler, Criminal Defence Lawyer Based in Vancouver Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

An investigation is underway regarding the death of a five-week-old baby, Valentino Baker, who was under the care of the Ministry of Children and Family Development. Guest: Grace Lore, BC’s Minister of Children and Family Development Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Over the past two years, there has been a significant cultural shift where non-alcoholic drinks have become more accepted and even trendy. Guest: David Silverberg, Freelance Journalist and Writing Coach in Toronto who Contributes to The Globe and Mail Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Russia has begun evacuating civilians from parts of the Belgorod region near Ukraine due to increased military activity by Ukrainian forces near the border. Guest: Dr. Robert Huish, Associate Professor in International Development Studies at Dalhousie University Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Leger has a new poll out on BC politics. It shows the NDP at 42% and the Conservative Party of BC on their heels with 39%. Guest: Rob Shaw, Political Correspondent for CHEK News Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

What are some of the best books to get your kids excited about the new school year and ready to learn? Guest: Brandon Forsyth, Category Manager of Print Experience at Indigo Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices