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: Back-to-school, US Capitol riots, & Mental health! 06.01.2022 1:02:08

On today's show: Talking all things school with BCTF president Teri Mooring! Today marks the 1-year anniversary of the US Capitol riots Getting an update on the situation in Lytton, BC Man randomly attacked at bus stop shares his story Importance of your mental health Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Baldrey's Beat: Unpacking the data behind Omicron & Vaccinations 06.01.2022 16:38

Today on Baldrey's Beat: What are hospitalizations like for vaccinated vs. un-vaccinnated people? What are the projected numbers for Omicron cases in the coming weeks? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Full show: BC farms, N95 masks, & Eric Chapman! 05.01.2022 47:35

On today's show: The importance of connection How are BC farms holding up in this weather? Should N95 masks be the standard for all healthcare workers? Eric Chapman is BACK! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Baldrey's Beat: Managing the Omicron variant 05.01.2022 17:38

Today on Baldrey's Beat: Unpacking yesterday's COVID briefing. What is BC doing to tackle the Omicron variant? YOUR calls to Keith! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Full show: Vaccine facts, LTC homes, & Buying a house! 04.01.2022 41:54

On today's show: Vaccines: separating fact from fiction Update on long term care homes Buying a home in 2022 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Baldrey's Beat: Booster doses, & Preview of Henry/Dix briefing 04.01.2022 17:16

Today on Baldrey's Beat: Booster shot rollout Preview of Bonnie Henry/ Adrian Dix briefing Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Germ expert Jason Tetro answers your COVID questions! 04.01.2022 33:42

The man, the myth, the expert! Germ guy Jason Tetro comes on for a FULL HOUR to answer your COVID questions! Guest: Jason Tetro - Microbiologist with specialty in studying emerging pathogens, like Covid-19 + Host of the Super Awesome Science Show Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Full show: Homelessness, Invasive species, & Best movies of 2021! 03.01.2022 1:02:57

On today's show: Checking in with Dr. Birinder Narang! Homelessness and HOW to help Tackling invasive species in BC! The BEST movies of 2021! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Baldrey's Beat: Booster shots in BC! 03.01.2022 18:06

Today on Baldrey's Beat: Booster dose rollout is ramping up in BC! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Baldrey's Beat: Early edition! 31.12.2021 16:18

It's time for an early edition of Baldrey's Beat! Guest: Keith Baldrey - Global BC Legislative Bureau Chief Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Full show: Yesterday's press conference, Cancelling the Olympics, & Homelessness! 30.12.2021 51:05

On today's show: Reviewing yesterday's COVID press conference The World Juniors are cancelled... Should the Olympics follow suit? Homelessness and the cold COVID in Denmark Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Baldrey's Beat: Omicron symptoms, Reporting positive tests, & Vaccine efficacy! 30.12.2021 17:36

Today on Baldrey's Beat: If you have any symptoms, you must exercise caution. If you test positive for COVID, you should definitely report it to the BC health authorities. Data shows vaccinations are providing protection against the Omicron variant. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Full show: Canada vs. UK, Back-to-school concerns, & Jann Arden! 29.12.2021 57:22

On today's show: Getting a grip on Omicron: Canada vs. UK Detoxes and cleanses: separating fact from fiction. Does Vancouver need to take action regarding SROs? Teachers are concerned about the return to school. Saving the horses with Jann Arden! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Baldrey's Beat: COVID briefing, Back-to-school, & Staffing shortages! 29.12.2021 16:50

Today on Baldrey's Beat: Preview of today's COVID briefing BCTF calls to delay return to school Companies facing staffing shortages as people are told to assume they have Omicron and isolate. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Full show: Ivanhoe Hotel, Year-end blues, & Best movies of 2021! 28.12.2021 48:47

On today's show: 2021 Revealed the Best and Worst of BC Climate Policy No heat at the Ivanhoe Hotel Fighting back against the year-end blues Top Comedy/Drama movies of 2021! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Full show: Top tech, Travelling during COVID, & Christmas leftovers! 27.12.2021 1:01:39

On today's show: Dissecting the top tech of 2021! Are people still travelling? What to do with Christmas leftovers! 100 Mile House rancher fears horses may have been stolen Discussing the top movies of 2021! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Full show: Winter safety, Cold weather driving, & Turkey tips! 23.12.2021 1:12:20

On today's show: Staying safe this winter! Driving in ice and snow Journalist talks about living with COVID Wildlife and fisheries management Cooking the PERFECT turkey! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Baldrey's Beat: Business support, Closing gyms, & NHL shutdown 23.12.2021 17:53

Today on Baldrey's Beat: Ravi Kahlon to announce support for COVID-affected businesses. Gym owners are speaking out over the new COVID restrictions. NHL players are expressing dismay over the NHL shutdown. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Full show: COVID restrictions, Mental health, & Eating meat! 22.12.2021 48:31

On today's show: New restrictions shutting down bars/clubs Are the new COVID restrictions necessary? Putting a spotlight on mental health in 2021 The great meat debate! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Baldrey's Beat: New COVID restrictions 22.12.2021 17:45

Today on Baldrey's Beat: The new COVID restrictions are in. Mike & Keith share their thoughts! Guest: Keith Baldrey - Global BC Legislative Bureau Chief Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Full show: Coquihalla now open, COVID restrictions, & Christmas movies! 21.12.2021 53:00

On today's show: How are things looking at the newly reopened Coquihalla? Restaurant industry feeling nervous about possible restrictions How to not blow your budget this holiday season! What's the BEST Christmas movie? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Baldrey's Beat: Restaurant restrictions, Rapid tests in BC, & NFL games! 21.12.2021 17:14

Today on Baldrey's Beat: New restrictions being announced today are leaving restaurant owners worried. BC government making excuses about lack of rapid tests in the province. With Omicron raging through several sports leagues, will the NFL cancel games? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Full show: Travel advisory, Rapid tests, & Boycotting the Olympics! 20.12.2021 43:43

On today's show: Airline pilot reacts to travel advisory Why doesn’t BC have rapid tests? What should Canadians do who have travel plans booked? Should athletes boycott Olympic games? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Baldrey's Beat: Rapid tests in BC, Omicron concerns, & Coquihalla reopening 20.12.2021 16:55

Today on Baldrey's Beat: Why aren't rapid tests available in BC? Dr. Anthony Fauci is expressing concerns over the Omicron variant Coquihalla highway reopens today! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Full show: Jason Tetro, Sporting events, & Real Estate! 17.12.2021 56:19

On today's show: 45 minutes with science guy Jason Tetro! Omicron's impact on sporting events Buying real estate with help from the bank of Mum and Dad! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices