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The Jill Bennett Show
Jill Bennett’s twenty years of experience covering B.C.’s biggest stories as a reporter has developed her insatiable curiosity and keen sense for exposing what is really going on with a story. Jill digs deep, goes behind the headlines and finds out the real impact stories will have on the Lower Mainland. She talks with real people about the issues that matter most to them while keeping us informed, connected and entertained. If you want new information, new angles, and to know what’s happening right now, make time to listen to The Jill Bennett Show, Monday – Friday: 12 – 3pm.
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Episodes
The search for the next BC Conservative leader 05.12.2025 32:43
John Rustad is officially out as leader of the BC Conservatives. Who should take his place? Should we Ban right turns on red at intersections? Some are saying yes. New data shows that ‘Buy now, pay later’ usage jumped this Black Friday weekend. What's causing this trend? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
The 12 scams of Christmas 04.12.2025 37:08
John Rustad has resigned as leader of the Opposition BC Conservative Party. Independent MLA Elenore Sturko comes on to share her reaction as well as discuss her future with the party. Food prices in Canada are set to rise again next year — and this time, the increase could be the biggest we’ve seen in several years. From fake online ads and bogus toll-collection texts to puppy scams and phony seas...
Checking in with criminal lawyer Michael Shapray 04.12.2025 12:40
What are "Jordan" cases, are why are 10,000 of them thrown out anually? PLUS, what laws are being changed/introduced to get ready for the FIFA World Cup? Guest: Michael Shapray - Criminal Lawyer with Stern Shapray Criminal Lawyers Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
How is Vancouver getting ready to host the FIFA World Cup? 04.12.2025 11:09
The countdown is on to Vancouver hosting seven FIFA World Cup matches next year, and city hall says it needs a special bylaw to get ready. The FIFA 2026 bylaw would give the city broad temporary powers over everything from noise & street closures to how businesses advertise. Guest: Amanda Burrows - Executive director of first united in the downtown eastside. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit...
BC is tightening up its overdose-prevention safer supply program 03.12.2025 30:57
BC is tightening its overdose-prevention safer supply program, requiring anyone prescribed alternatives to the toxic drug supply to consume their medication under the supervision of a pharmacist or medical professional. North Cowichan is reeling after Domtar announced it will permanently close its Crofton pulp mill, a facility that has been an economic anchor on Vancouver Island for decades. The S...
John Rustad has been Ousted as Conservative Leader 03.12.2025 12:35
John Rustad has been OUSTED as leader of the BC Conservatives. This after 20 MLAs representing a majority of Rustad's caucus said they had lost confidence in him and wanted him out. Guest: Trevor Bolin - Former BC Conservative Leader and Councillor in Fort St John Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Highlighting the challenges being faced by the restaurant industry 02.12.2025 12:10
With all the trials and tribulations constantly being faced by the restaurant industry, what do chefs do to stay afloat? Guest: Behshad Zonasr - Executive Chef, C-Prime Modern Italian Steak & Wine Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Do you know your rights when shopping online? 02.12.2025 35:43
Ireland is pushing forward with some of the world’s toughest alcohol warning labels. Should Canada take a similar approach? Do you know your rights with online shopping? You should! The BC government is set to stop sharing slots revenue with the horse racing industry. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Big changes coming to BC's horse racing industry 02.12.2025 10:15
The BC government's decision to stop sharing slots revenue with horse racing industry is generating mixed reactions. Guest: Ian Paton - Conservative Party of BC MLA for Delta South Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Using exercise to fight back against cold & flu season! 01.12.2025 28:28
Canada and Alberta have just signed a major memorandum of understanding to advance a new pipeline transporting Alberta bitumen to markets in British Columbia, with Indigenous co-ownership and economic benefits included. Studies now show that regular physical activity can actually reduce your chances of getting sick, cut down on sick days, and may even lessen the severity of symptoms if you do catc...
Is an E-scooter safe enough to make your kids' Christmas list? 01.12.2025 7:35
With Christmas fast approaching, a big question is on top of a lot of parents' minds: Is an E-scooter safe enough to make your kids' Christmas list? Guest: Stephanie Cowl - Director of knowledge translation at Parachute, a non-profit organization dedicated to injury prevention. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Book recommendations with Mary-Ann Yazedijan 28.11.2025 11:13
Guest: Mary-Ann Yazedijan - Special Projects Manager at Black Bond Books and Book Warehouse Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Stranger danger at Surrey Memorial Neonatal ICU, how communities can help tackle extortion, & Kelowna business call for action 28.11.2025 26:38
Surrey police are investigating after a woman was found making skin-to-skin contact with three infants after entering the neonatal ICU unit unauthorized. How can communities work with police to tackle Surrey's extortion problem? The City of Kelowna is pushing for judicial change after a slew of repeated thefts and vandalism targeting Kelowna businesses. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit mega...
Removing red-tape one patio at a time! 27.11.2025 38:18
Prime Minister Mark Carney and Alberta Premier Danielle Smith have signed a memorandum of understanding that commits them to working toward building an oil pipeline to the West Coast. A new city program is hoping to reduce red-tape for businesses looking for patio permitting. Hospitality Vancouver Association (HVA) is calling for the immediate closure of three highly problematic SRO’s located with...
How event cancellations impact tourism in Vancouver 27.11.2025 10:50
The recent cancellation of the Celebration of light raises a big question: How do event cancellations impact tourism in Vancouver? Guest: Royce Chwin - CEO, Destination Vancouver Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Would YOU take a 22-hour flight?! 26.11.2025 36:54
After more than 30 years lighting up English Bay, Vancouver’s Celebration of Light has gone dark. Organizers have announced the iconic summer fireworks festival is cancelled indefinitely, saying the numbers simply don’t add up anymore. In travel news, Qantas releases images of ‘Project Sunrise’ plane, a 22 hour flight from NYC to SYD. With Black Friday just hours away, the Greater Langley Chamber...
Meeting a local "farm-fluencer" 24.11.2025 10:42
Tyler Heppell, Production Manager at Heppell’s Potatoes in Surrey Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
World Cup costs keep growing - Humpback whale rescue - Another side of the housing crisis 24.11.2025 28:52
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Monthly Wine Check! Sparkling wine recommendations for the holidays 21.11.2025 10:07
Geoff Moss joins us to share some holiday sparkling wine selections at every price point. Including: Gray Monk Odyssey Rosé Brut, Blue Mountain 2016 Blanc de Blancs, Township 7 Guest: Geoff Moss, owner of Lithica Wine Marketing Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Grizzly attack - Future of CUSMA - BC Govt. IVF project low on funds 21.11.2025 32:29
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Provincial laws interpreted through UNDRIP. Are changes necessary? 21.11.2025 9:46
GUEST: Elenore Sturko, Independent MLA for Surrey-Cloverdale Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Rampant vandalism in City of Vancouver washrooms - Lower speed limits coming to Surrey - Undemocratic shift in regional governance? 20.11.2025 31:11
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Vandalism in Vancouver public washrooms 20.11.2025 10:41
GUEST: Peter Meiszner, Vancouver City Councillor Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Vancouver Aquatic Centre reopening 20.11.2025 8:38
GUEST: Steve Kellock, Director of Recreation, Vancouver Park Board Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Dosanjh on Drug crisis - Epstein file release looming - Plug pulled on EV mandate 19.11.2025 34:19
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