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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
What are priorities for the incoming ABC Park Board Majority? 17.10.2022 11:16
What are priorities for the incoming ABC Park Board Majority? Guest: Scott Jensen - Incoming ABC Park Board Commissioner Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Oct. 14, 2022: Digital solutions, NEXUS trusted-traveler program held hostage & Video games 14.10.2022 1:02:15
On today's show: How will digital solutions strengthen Canadian supply chains? Is the U.S. Nexus trusted-traveler program being held hostage by the U.S.? Can video games trigger life-threatening heart conditions? Remember when Mr. Peanut ran for mayor? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
So much research into candidates and parties would a ward system help simplify the process? 14.10.2022 9:08
So much research into candidates and parties would a ward system help simplify the process? Community contributor Eric Chapman takes a look. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
October 13, 2022: BC Hydro, High costs of living, & ALIENS! 13.10.2022 46:31
On today's show: Never fear, BC Hydro’s here to protect BC from the impacts of climate change! What costs more in Canada than anywhere else in the world? Breaking the systemic barriers against people with facial differences If aliens contacted Earth, how would we decode their messages? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Why are people overlooking Kanye West’s anti-Semitic comments? 13.10.2022 8:30
Kanye West said some pretty horrible things and the reaction from the public and celebrities has been little to none. This is just another example of Jewish Hate being ignored so community Contributor Eric Chapman spoke with Rabbi Dan from Temple Shalom about what it feels like to be ignored. Again. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
October 12, 2022: Cryptocurrency scams, Travel news, & Male domestic violence! 12.10.2022 42:49
On today's show: This victim of a Cryptocurrency Scam is speaking out. BC Coroner’s Report reveals staggering number of deaths among unhoused people Travel news with Claire Newell! The importance of destigmatizing male domestic violence Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
How is inflation impacting charities in Metro Vancouver? 12.10.2022 10:13
How is inflation impacting charities in Metro Vancouver? Guest: Robin McConnell - Manager of Transitions and Initiatives for Family Services of Metro Vancouver Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
BC Coroner’s Report reveals staggering number of deaths among unhoused people 12.10.2022 7:12
The latest report from BC Coroner’s reveals a staggering number of deaths among unhoused people. Guest: Sarah Blyth - Advocate for the DTES and Executive Director for the Overdose Prevention Society Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
October 11, 2022: Hockey Canada resignations, Local thefts hurting businesses, & Okanagan wine! 12.10.2022 45:36
On today's show: Discussing the significance of Hockey Canada’s CEO and Board of Directors stepping down. A rise in theft is shattering local businesses. Okanagan wine is literally -- and figuratively -- in Vogue! Izzy the Pomeranian's WILD ride! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
October 10, 2022: Hockey Canada coverage, Popularity of Aritzia clothing, & Growing GIANT PUMPKINS! 10.10.2022 51:47
On today's show: Is Andrea Skinner’s resignation enough to amend Hockey Canada’s reputation? VPD received over 1,200 calls this weekend – what’s with the rise in crime, and how can it be prevented? How did Aritzia develop its cult-like following? A glimpse into the competitive world of growing giant gourds. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
October 7th, 2022: Expanding pharmacist's powers, Cooking turkey, & "Real Talk" with Indigenous pop star Alexis Lynn! 07.10.2022 36:25
On today's show: Why BC Pharmacists are welcoming expanded powers with open arms Mohammed Majidpour arrested for stranger assault. How to cook a turkey without getting salmonella! How a local Indigenous Pop Star found catharsis with “Real Talk” Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Jamie Coutts reacts to the arrest of Mohammed Majidpour 07.10.2022 8:22
Mohammed Majidpour has been arrested for stranger assault. Jamie Coutts, who was once followed by Mohammed, comes on to share her reaction. Guest: Jamie Coutts - Woman followed by man arrested for stranger assault Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
October 6, 2022: Credit card surcharges, BC nurses, & Supports for the restaurant industry! 06.10.2022 33:40
On today's show: Canadians may see a jump in businesses adding credit card surcharges as restrictions on the practice lift this week, though research from the Bank of Canada shows consumers have long been paying extra because of the payment option. Hundreds of nurses from around the province took part in a demonstration on Wednesday afternoon in downtown Vancouver. Government announces more suppor...
October 5th, 2022: Hockey Canada, Travel News, & Internet scams! 05.10.2022 50:16
On today's show: Why does Hockey Canada continue defending their actions? Weekly check in with Claire Newell Local rodeos under fire for their treatment of animals Internet users beware – online scams have increased by 87% Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
October 4, 2022: Improving crime, Canadian Kid's fitness, & Becoming an NHL player! 04.10.2022 44:53
On today's show: Would replacing the police with community-led initiatives improve crime in Vancouver? What caused the decline of physical activity with Canadian children and youth? What happened during today’s Hockey Canada hearing? How did a burn victim defy the odds and become an NHL player? Jill speaks one on one with Aaron Volpatti! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoic...
The Full Show: The return of the BC Legislature, standing with Iran and how to increase low voter turnout in BC's municipal elections 03.10.2022 40:34
On today's show: The return of the BC Legislature Why is it important for Vancouverites to stand in solidarity with Iran? How can we fix BC's low voter turnout rate for municipal elections? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Why do under half of British Columbians have legal wills? 03.10.2022 9:25
Erin Bury, CEO of Willful, Canada’s “do it yourself” online, legal will creating platform discusses the importance for all British Columbians to have a will Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
How can we fix BC's low voter turnout rate for municipal elections? 03.10.2022 11:57
Stewart Prest, Professor of Political Science at Simon Fraser University, discusses how BC can improve on its low voter turnout for municipal elections. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Why is it important for Vancouverites to stand in solidarity with Iran? 03.10.2022 10:42
Mahan Zaeri, local activist discusses why it is important that Vancouverites pay attention to the current situation in Iran and the death of Mahsa Amini, a 22-year-old Iranian woman who died while in the custody of Iran’s so-called morality police for reportedly wearing her hijab too loosely. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
The BC Legislature is back and history was made! 03.10.2022 8:42
Richard Zussman, legislative reporter for Global BC discusses what to expect during the fall's legislative session. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Event encouraging young people to get into flying officially cancelled 30.09.2022 12:19
An event to encourage young people to get into flying this weekend has been canceled. So what exactly happened? Guest: Kristen Brazier - Pilot and founder of the event Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
September 30, 2022: Health care in BC, Reducing substance-use stigma, & Discussing our financial futures 30.09.2022 31:49
On today's show: Poll finds positive views on state of health care dropping in British Columbia New tools aim to improve care for people experiencing substance use stigma. The financial future of British Columbians looks bleak, according to BDO Canada’s fifth annual Affordability Index. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
September 29, 2022: Fixing our healthcare system, David Eby, & Transit expansion! 29.09.2022 38:30
On today's show: The health care system is in crisis. How can we fix it? Mayors are calling on federal government to accelerate new Permanent Transit Fund to support transit expansion plans. NDP leadership hopeful David Eby pitches ‘flipping’ tax, secondary suite legalization. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Ground-breaking agreement made between VPD and First Nations man, granddaughter 28.09.2022 9:37
First Nations man, granddaughter handcuffed at bank in 2019, make ground-breaking agreement with VPD. Guest: Maxwell Johnson - Heiltsuk Grandfather Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
September 28, 2022: Housing affordability, Travel news, & "Catch and release" bail system 28.09.2022 34:53
On today's show: Reacting to David Eby's housing affordability proposal The latest travel news with Claire Newell Growing frustrations over BC's catch and release bail system Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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