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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Full show: Safety in Vancouver, Russia/Ukraine coverage, & Distracted driving! 02.03.2022 46:03

On today's show: 40 minute attack spree in Vancouver Should NATO enforce a no fly zone over Ukraine? Is Vancouver safe? One-on-one with Mayor Kennedy Stewart How police catch distracted drivers Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Baldrey's Beat: Stranger attacks, Russian invasion coverage, & COVID updates 02.03.2022 17:23

Today on Baldrey's Beat: Are random attacks on the rise in Vancouver? US President Joe Biden closing US airspace to Russian planes. Mike & Keith discuss yesterdays COVID briefing with Adrian Dix and Dr. Bonnie Henry. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Full show: Random assaults, Russia coverage, & Cost of living! 01.03.2022 51:05

On today's show: More random assaults happening in Vancouver Continuing our Ukraine/Russia coverage Gang fugitive found in Puerto Rico posing as bee saving philanthropist Russia being banned by FIFA / UEFA / IIHF Half of Canadians feel outpaced by rising cost of living Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Full show: Russia/Ukraine, '80s food, & Assault weapons! 28.02.2022 1:00:11

On today's show: Canada’s handling of Ukraine/Russia Russia/Ukraine Protests in Vancouver Russian vs Albertan Oil Debate! Talking '80s food with TV host Adam Richman! Banning assault weapons Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Full show: Russian invasion of Ukraine, BC used car tax, & Detached homes! 25.02.2022 59:20

On today's show: Continuing coverage of the Russian invasion of Ukraine. Topics include: What is happening? Will it affect oil prices? Do we need to worry about Russian cyber attacks? and more! Discussing the new used car tax with BC Liberal leader Kevin Falcon Do young people still want detached homes with yards? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Full show: Used cars, Apartment rentals, & Russia/Ukraine! 24.02.2022 49:23

On today's show: New tax rules on used cars Advocates for neuro-diverse kids seeking clarity in new BC budget The impossible task of finding an apartment to rent in Vancouver Ongoing coverage on the Russian invasion of Ukraine Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Full show: BC budget, Gang hit in Thailand, & Pat King! 23.02.2022 40:20

On today's show: Kevin Falcon reacts to the BC budget! New BC budget not doing enough for small business Gang hit in Thailand! Pat King's court appearance Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Baldrey's Beat: BC budget, Massey Tunnel, & Pink Shirt Day! 23.02.2022 16:38

Today on Baldrey's Beat: Keith reacts to the recently released BC budget. The Massey Tunnel project has been renamed. Today is Pink Shirt Day! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Full show: Emergencies Act, Housing affordability, & Bucket-list destinations! 22.02.2022 1:10:58

On today's show: Emergencies Act debate Previewing the upcoming BC budget! Finding a solution to housing affordability The latest on the Russia/Ukraine conflict Crossing off your bucket-list destinations Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Full show: Mandate protests, Pipeline debate, & Ottawa police tactics! 21.02.2022 44:45

On today's show: Protestors showing up at Mike Farnworth's house CGL pipeline debate Police tactics being used in Ottawa Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Baldrey's Beat: Mandate protests, Emergencies Act, & RIP Steve Fonyo 21.02.2022 17:31

Today on Baldrey's Beat: Mike Farnworth had protestors in front of his house. When will PM Trudeau rescind the Emergencies Act? Cross-Canada cancer runner Steve Fonyo dies aged 56. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Full show: Pipeline axe attack, Emergencies Act, & Minimum wage increase! 18.02.2022 44:20

On today's show: 20 people attacked with axes at pipeline in Houston, BC Legal challenges to Emergencies Act BC Economic Plan debate! Discussing the upcoming BC minimum wage increase Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Baldrey's Beat: Pipeline axe attack, Ottawa blockade arrests, & Harassing healthcare workers 18.02.2022 17:24

Today on Baldrey's Beat: Kevin Falcon did not mince words regarding the axe attack in Houston, BC. Ottawa police begin arresting blockade protesters. Anti-vax protesters attacking media vehicles and healthcare workers. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Full show: Emergencies Act, 'Gassy Jack' statue, & Trucker blockade! 17.02.2022 36:09

On today's show: Is PM Trudeau right for invoking the Emergencies Act? Gastown statue of 'Gassy Jack' statue torn down. Data leak shows 60% of donors to “adopt-a-trucker” were Canadian. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Emergencies Act debate! 17.02.2022 27:57

It's time now for a debate on the Emergencies Act! Guest: Ari Goldkind - Criminal Lawyer, Political Commentator, and Legal Expert Guest: Sandy Garossino - Former Crown prosecutor, and Columnist with the National Observer PLUS YOUR CALLS! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Baldrey's Beat: Ottawa blockade day 21, Emergencies Act, & The BC economy! 17.02.2022 17:17

Today on Baldrey's Beat: It's day 21 of the Ottawa blockade Trudeau facing pushback for invoking the Emergencies Act Press conference today to highlight BC's economic recovery plan. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Baldrey's Beat: Easing restrictions, Ottawa blockades, & RIP Mike McRanor 16.02.2022 17:28

Today on Baldrey's Beat: COVID restrictions being eased at midnight tonight! The Emergencies Act has been invoked. What's going to happen to the Ottawa blockade? Keith remembers former Vancouver Sun editor Mike McRanor, who recently passed away at the age of 87. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Full show: Emergencies Act, Ottawa blockades, & Ukraine/Russia conflict! 15.02.2022 44:45

On today's show: Is invoking the Emergencies Act legal? Will the Emergencies Act help end what's happening in Ottawa? Ukraine/Russia reaching boiling point Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Baldrey's Beat: Emergencies Act, Trucker blockades, Lifting mandates 15.02.2022 17:09

Today on Baldrey's Beat: Keith shares his thoughts on PM Trudeau invoking the Emergencies Act Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Full show: Ottawa blockades, Distracted driving, & Super Bowl halftime show! 14.02.2022 46:40

On today's show: Week 3 of the Ottawa blockades Truck blockade's impact on our auto industry Chilliwack trucker loses distracted driving case. PLUS your calls! Dissecting the Super Bowl halftime show! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Baldrey's Beat: What to do about the trucker blockades? 14.02.2022 16:45

Today on Baldrey's Beat: As trucker blockades enter their 3rd week, all eyes are on our political leaders. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Full show: Trucker blockades, Safe drug supply debate, & $30 million drug bust! 11.02.2022 50:21

On today's show: Should the government negotiate with truckers? Overdose panel: Safe supply, and free drugs for addicts How the auto industry is being impacted by truck blockades Charges laid in $30 million drug bust Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Baldrey's Beat: Massey tunnel, Easing COVID restrictions, & Trucker blockades! 11.02.2022 17:22

Today on Baldrey's Beat: Kevin Falcon makes his debut in the BC legislature Next week, Dr. Bonnie is expected to relax COVID restrictions Doug Ford declares a state of emergency over trucker blockades. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Full show: Massey tunnel debate, Affordable housing, & FIFA World Cup! 10.02.2022 45:33

On today's show: Province awards contracts for new Massey Tunnel Housing panel: Can we do anything about ridiculous prices in BC? World Cup debate: Should Vancouver be making a bid for games in 2026? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Baldrey's Beat: Trucker blockades, Ending mandates, & Massey Tunnel 10.02.2022 17:21

Today on Baldrey's Beat: Both sides of the political spectrum agree: It's time for the trucker convoy protests to end. Alberta ends COVID restrictions. Should BC follow suit? The Massey tunnel vs. bridge debate rages on. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices