The Mike Smyth Show

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If you really want to know what is going on in British Columbia, you better be listening to The Mike Smyth Show (Monday to Friday: 9am – 12pm). As the only daily radio show broadcasting from B.C.’s Legislative Assembly in Victoria, Smyth’s access to our leaders and lawmakers is unparalleled as he fearlessly asks the tough questions and holds them to account. Always a step ahead, Mike Smyth’s two decades as a no-nonsense newspaper columnist gives him a distinct edge that guarantees the show is insightful, informative, and insurgent. From breaking news and developing stories to not letting yeste...

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Baldrey's Beat: John Coupar exits mayoral race, David Eby, & Dick Cheney 05.08.2022 17:26

Today on Baldrey's Beat: Park Board Commissioner John Coupar is no longer running for Mayor. David Eby poised to be the next BC Premier. Dick Cheney had choice words for Donald Trump. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

August 4, 2022: Concert ticket prices, Narcos, & 3D printed guns! 04.08.2022 47:08

On today's show: Why are concert ticket prices off the charts? Why are Narcos' trademarking their names as fashion brands? PLUS The rise and fall of Felix Gallardo How can 3D printed guns impact society? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Baldrey's Beat: High ticket prices, Pierre Poilievre, & Premier John Horgan 04.08.2022 17:25

Today on Baldrey's Beat: Bruce Springsteen ticket prices are through the ROOF. Pierre Poilievre skipped last night's Conservative leadership debate. John Horgan facing pushback from Liberals after joking bout doctor shortage Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

August 3, 2022: BC Housing CEO resigns, Cleaning the DTES, & Taxing "Big Oil" 03.08.2022 44:44

On today's show: Will the retirement of BC Housing’s CEO impact future developments? Making a lasting change in the DTES without removing tents. Should we follow the UK’s lead and impose a windfall tax on Big Oil? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Baldrey's Beat: BC Housing CEO resigns, Taiwan-China tension, & Vin Sully 03.08.2022 16:16

Today on Baldrey's Beat: The BC Housing CEO announced he's stepping down. Mike and Keith discuss Nancy Pelosi's trip to Taiwan. Legendary announcer Vin Scully passes away aged 94. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

August 2, 2022: Family doctor shortage, British monarchy, & Nuclear weapons! 02.08.2022 37:13

On today's show: Campaigning against the family doctor shortage Should Prince Charles step aside and let William be King? U.N. meeting set to talk nuclear weapons as Russia-Ukraine war heightens concerns Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Baldrey's Beat: Family doctor shortage, Job vacancies, & Pierre Polievre 02.08.2022 17:28

Today on Baldrey's Beat: A Victoria couple resorted to shelling out 600 dollars for a newspaper in an attempt to find a family doctor. There is a massive list of job vacancies in Vancouver. Kids aged 6 months-4 years are now eligible for a COVID vaccine. There's another Conservative leadership debate tonight, and Pierre Poilievre will NOT be attending. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megap...

Full show: Tire deflators, Keeping your old car, & PNE wooden rollercoaster! 01.08.2022 41:01

On today's show: A group of people are going around taking the air out of SUV tires! Should you keep your old car or buy a new one? The wooden rollercoaster is BACK at the PNE! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Baldrey's Beat: Trudeau's housing comments, Phil Mickelson gets heckled, & Finding a doctor 01.08.2022 16:47

Today on Baldrey's Beat: PM Justin Trudeau comments on young people struggling to find housing. Golfer Phil Mickelson faced with hecklers as the LIV tour backlash continues. Many British Columbians are struggling to find a doctor. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Baldrey's Beat: Rise in Monkey pox cases, Hockey Canada, & LIV golf backlash 29.07.2022 16:02

Today on Baldrey's Beat: We are seeing a steady rise in Monkey Pox cases. Many are having doubts about Scott Smith's future with Hockey Canada. Mental health a recurring topic in the justice system conversation. LIV golf league is causing a big stir within the PGA tour. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Full show: David Eby interview, Air conditioners, & Third Beach drum circle! 28.07.2022 44:59

On today's show: Talking to David Eby about his NDP leadership bid Air conditioner rules in Stratas Third Beach drum circle forces lifeguards to be pulled off-duty Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Baldrey's Beat: David Eby, Hockey Canada backlash, & Danielle Smith criticism 28.07.2022 16:19

On today's show: Keith reacts to Mike's earlier interview with NDP candidate David Eby. Hockey Canada continues to feel backlash from the numerous sexual assault allegations. Danielle Smith's cancer comments continue to draw heavy criticism. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Full show: Kitsilano housing, Robby Alkhalil jail break, & Saudi golf league 27.07.2022 41:46

On today's show: Kitsilano supportive housing project drawing mixed reactions. How did Robby Alkhalil break out of jail?! Saudi pro golf league holding tournament at Trump golf course. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Baldrey's Beat: Burnt out healthcare workers, January 6th hearings, & Danielle Smith controversy 27.07.2022 15:06

Today on Baldrey's Beat: Healthcare workers are burnt out, and John Horgan says he wants to help them. January 6th hearings suggest Trump could be criminally charged. LIV golf holding tournament at Trump golf course Mike and Keith discuss Danielle Smith's comments on cancer treatments Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

July 26, 2022: Langley shooting aftermath, Homelessness debate, & Pope Francis' apology 26.07.2022 42:14

On today's show: The aftermath of the Langley shooting Homelessness debate! The historical significance of Pope Francis' apology Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Baldrey's Beat: Harper endorses Pollievre, UK Prime Minister search, & PNE wooden rollercoaster! 26.07.2022 15:08

Today on Baldrey's Beat: Former PM Stephen Harper endorses Pierre Poilievre for leader of the Conservative party The search continues for the next UK Prime Minister. The wooden rollercoaster is back at the PNE! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Full show: Escape of Robby Alkhalil, Buying a home, & Whistler shooting 25.07.2022 8:51

On today's show: The escape of Robby Alkhalil reveals many flaws in our province's security Income over $220,000 needed to buy a home in Toronto and Vancouver What happened during the Whistler shooting? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Full show: Vancouver 2030 Olympic bid, Affording a home, & Hells Angels rally! 22.07.2022 53:20

On today's show: Vancouver is moving ahead with their 2030 Olympic bid New report shows Canadians are willing to move in order to afford a home Liberal MLA reacts to expanded speculation tax & real estate cooling-off period Hells Angels hold large rally in Toronto Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Baldrey's Beat: BC Ferries CEO fired, & 'Big Oil' lawsuit 22.07.2022 17:19

On today's show: BC Ferries FIRES its CEO! More than 600,000 taxpayer dollars going towards "Big Oil" lawsuit Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Full show: Big Oil lawsuit, Fake police officer in North Van, & Driving old cars! 21.07.2022 43:37

On today's show: Big Oil lawsuit debate! Fake cop reported to be stopping drivers in North Van BC Drivers sticking with their old cars amid shortage Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Baldrey's Beat: Home buying cooling-off period, Speculation and Vacancy tax, & BC NDP leadership 21.07.2022 17:17

Today on Baldrey's Beat: BC Finance Minister Selina Robinson announces 3 day cooling off period for home purchases. Selina Robinson also announces an expansion of the Speculation and Vacancy tax. How are people feeling about David Eby running for BC NDP leadership Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Full show: Kevin Falcon reacts, London heat wave, & World Butcher Challenge! 20.07.2022 51:30

On today's show: Kevin Falcon responds to David Eby's big announcement! It got BLAZING HOT in London this past week Rent is sky-high in Vancouver & Richmond! Will Canada be a cut above at this year's World Butcher Challenge? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Full show: Suing Big Oil, Hospital staff shortages, & Moving to Canada 19.07.2022 36:13

On today's show: Proposed taxpayer-financed lawsuit against Big Oil debate Feeling the crunch of staff shortages in hospitals More and more Americans are moving/thinking of moving to Canada Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Baldrey's Beat: BC NDP leadership, Surrey Mayor race, & Vancouver Park Board chaos! 19.07.2022 17:08

Today on Baldrey's Beat: The search for BC NDP leadership continues. Sukh Dhaliwal announces his candidacy for Surrey mayor. Chaos erupted at last night's VPB meeting about bike lanes at Staley Park. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Full show: Private healthcare debate, Outdoor cats, & Vaping! 18.07.2022 46:28

On today's show: Private health care debate! Should Vancouver ban outdoor cats? What’s next for the vaping industry? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices