Mornings with Simi

Metro Vancouver has broken the record on the overrun budget with the new north shore wastewater treatment plant. 10 years late and almost five times over budget! Guest: Vaughn Palmer, Vancouver Sun Columnist Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Do you think your parents did a good job raising you? How do you think your own parenting compares? Guest: Scott Shantz, Contributor for Mornings with Simi Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The voice of a woman who has been largely overlooked by history has been discovered in a "dangerous" declaration attributed to the father of the famous playwright William Shakespeare. Guest: Matthew Steggle, Professor of Early Modern English Literature at the University of Bristol Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Seg 1: What makes people believe they were abducted by aliens? Betty and Barney Hill allegedly witnessed a UFO while driving home from Canada on September 19, 1961, experiencing missing time, strange physical evidence, and vivid dreams of being abducted. Guest: Dr. Christopher French, Professor Emeritus of Psychology at Goldsmiths University of London and Author of “The Science of Weird Sh*t: Why...

The World Happiness Report is an annual publication that provides an overview of global happiness trends. Finland has consistently ranked as the happiest country for seven years, with other Scandinavian countries also at the top. So where does Canada rank? Guest: Dr. John Helliwell, Professor Emeritus at the University of British Columbia’s Vancouver School of Economics and Lead Author of the Worl...

The RCMP has produced a confidential report intended for the federal government, raising alarm about the possibility of civil unrest in Canada stemming from economic distress. This report, titled "Whole-of-Government Five-Year Trends for Canada," sheds light on several critical issues that could exacerbate social tensions and instability within the country. Guest: Tristin Hopper, Reporter for The...

In the last 20 years, humpback whale activity has noticeably increased in British Columbia waters. This resurgence is attributed to a century-long recovery process following their near eradication by the whaling industry. Guest: Dr. Andrew Trites, Director of the Marine Mammal Research Unit at the University of British Columbia Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

When was the last time you replaced your cell phone or laptop? Now, another question… Did you really need to? When you throw out an old tech device, you contribute to the e-waste that is being created around the world. Guest: Komal Habib, Professor of Environmental Studies, University of Waterloo & Paul Hope, Writer for Consumer Reports Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoice...

The dispute surrounding Canada's Air Passenger Protection Regulations has reached the highest legal echelons. Major Canadian carriers like Air Canada and Porter Airlines, alongside global airlines, are now challenging the rules in the Supreme Court of Canada. Guest: John Gradek, Faculty Lecturer And Academic Program Coordinator At McGill University, Heading Supply And Aviation Management Learn mor...

Premier David Eby cried “baloney” when Pierre Poilievre called on him to hold the line on next week’s 23% increase in the carbon tax.  But will the NDP change course and help BC deal with high gas prices? Guest: Vaughn Palmer, Vancouver Sun Columnist Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Are there any new and terrific stories to be told in Hollywood Movies? If you check out any of the new trailers that are out, you might notice they are mostly just remakes and sequels. Guest: Scott Shantz, CKNW Contributor Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Betty and Barney Hill allegedly witnessed a UFO while driving home from Canada on September 19, 1961, experiencing missing time, strange physical evidence, and vivid dreams of being abducted. Guest: Dr. Christopher French, Professor Emeritus of Psychology at Goldsmiths University of London and Author of “The Science of Weird Sh*t: Why Our Minds Conjure the Paranormal” Learn more about your ad choi...

Seg 1: Are religions just mainstream cults? When we hear the word “cult,” we often think of religious groups that are considered unconventional or disapproved of by society. While modern religions may have some cult-like qualities, they seem to be more transparent and aim to reduce the presence of any harmful practices. Guest: Jonny Thomson, Philosopher and Writer for Big Think Seg 2: View From Vi...

Documents filed by U.S. law enforcement agencies revealed that Indian government operatives may have been behind the murder of Hardeep Singh Nijjar. Guest: Steven Chase, Senior Parliamentary Reporter for The Globe and Mail Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The long-awaited B.C. flood protection strategy was announced yesterday. It aims to enhance flood resiliency and governance amid the escalating risk of climate-fueled flooding. Guest: Nathan Cullen, BC’s Minister of Water, Land, and Resource Stewardship Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Knock on wood when talking about the Vancouver Whitecaps right now. There is no need to jinx what has been a good start to the season! Guest: Vanni Sartini, Coach of the Vancouver Whitecaps Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Initially touted as a breakthrough in personal robotics with the ability to interpret emotions, Pepper was envisioned to revolutionize elderly care by providing companionship and assistance to aging populations. However, despite significant enthusiasm and investment, Pepper's journey from the lab to real-world application has been fraught with challenges and limited success. Guest: Stephanie Murra...

Donald Trump's reference to a "bloodbath" during a campaign appearance in Ohio underscores his tendency to use dramatic language to emphasize the high stakes of the election. Guest: Reggie Cecchini, Washington Correspondent for Global News Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Why do pundits pay so much attention to opinion polls? Because politicians and political parties are obsessed with them, especially in an election year. Guest: Vaughn Palmer, Vancouver Sun Columnist Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

When we hear the word “cult,” we often think of religious groups that are considered unconventional or disapproved of by society. While modern religions may have some cult-like qualities, they seem to be more transparent and aim to reduce the presence of any harmful practices. Guest: Jonny Thomson, Philosopher and Writer for Big Think Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Seg 1: Why do kids have imaginary friends? The phenomenon of imaginary friends is still largely misunderstood. This is primarily due to imaginary companions encompassing various manifestations, including completely invisible beings and personified objects. Guest: Dr. Paige Davis, Lecturer in Psychology at the University of Leeds Seg 2: Scott’s Thoughts: Does sport gambling need to be scrubbed out?...

Joey Votto, a prominent Canadian baseball player with the Cincinnati Reds, recently signed a minor-league contract with the Toronto Blue Jays, sparking excitement and controversy among Canadian baseball fans. Guest: Dr. Hetty Roessingh, Professor Emerita at the University of Calgary’s Werklund School of Education, Specialization, Language and Literacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaph...

Auditor General Pickup’s audits checked if the ministries in charge of the province-wide implementation of overdose prevention and supervised consumption services were working effectively. Guest: Jennifer Whiteside, BC’s Minister of Mental Health and Addictions Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The Committee on the Status of Women is looking into alert systems that protect Indigenous women, girls, and Two-Spirit people across Canada. Guest: Leah Gazan, NDP critic for Women and Gender Equality, Children, Families and Social Development Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

It's important to remember that bias exists in all negotiations. This includes bias from both sides, regardless of gender. But, research shows that women tend to negotiate for pay raises and promotions more often than men but are less likely to receive them. Guest: Jillian Climie, Co-Founder of The Thoughtful Co. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices