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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Bill's Beat: BCGEU strike, & Donald Trump 27.10.2025 17:14

BCGEU settlement of 3% a year for four years – is this a good deal? For which side? Trump raising tariffs on Canada by 10% because Doug Ford didn’t pull the ad in time. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

BCGEU tentative deal, Canada/US relations, & Snowbird concerns 27.10.2025 40:07

After nearly 9 weeks, a tentative deal has been reached in the BCGEU strike. How did Ontario's Ronald Reagan tariff ad impact Canada/US relations? Canadian snowbirds going to the US for the winter are expressing concerns about what they can expect when travelling down south. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Friday Faceoff: Trump cutting off trade talks, & John Rustad's uncertain future 24.10.2025 17:17

Trump says he’s cutting off trade talks. All this because of a recent ad by the Ontario government. John Rustad and the power struggle inside the BC Conservatives. Guest: Bill Tieleman - Political Strategist and former vancouver city council candidate Guest: Rachael Segal - Founder and co-host of the Beyond A Ballot podcast Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

BC Conservative uncertainty, Stricter bail conditions, & Vancouver's food scene 24.10.2025 30:19

Are the BC Conservatives imploding? So many questions are still lingering about John Rustad's future as leader of the party. The federal government is tabling legislation for stricter bail and sentencing. Will it make a difference? The current state of Vancouver’s changing food scene. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Balancing the federal budget, Challenging Rustad's leadership, & Louvre jewelry heist 23.10.2025 38:11

The looming federal budget is leaving everyone feeling uneasy. Will it finally be balanced? A number of BC Conservatives are asking John Rustad to step down. Will he survive this leadership challenge? It's almost straight out of a movie... Priceless jewels STOLEN from the Louvre in broad daylight. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Baldrey's Beat: John Rustad's leadership, Poilievre on Trudeau, & NBA gambling scandal 23.10.2025 17:32

Could John Rustad be kicked out of the BC Conservatives? He claims he's not going anywhere, but his leadership is now being called into question. Pierre Poilievre said on a podcast a while back that former PM Trudeau should face criminal charges for the SNC Lavalin scandal. Now, Poilievre is denying he ever said it. A massive NBA gambling scandal is drawing world-wide attention. Learn more about y...

Should municipalities control traffic enforcement cameras? 23.10.2025 15:28

Should municipalities control traffic enforcement cameras? GUEST: Grant Gottgetreu, Former traffic police officer, he is now a forensic traffic expert with forensictrafficpro.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ken Sim’s plan to use city land for rental housing 23.10.2025 16:10

Ken Sim’s plan to use city land for rental housing GUEST: Paul Sullivan, Principal and Practice Leader for advocacy and tax policy Canada at RYAN ULC in Vancouver Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Canadian snowbirds, Medical crisis in Kamloops, & Paying for public transit 22.10.2025 44:55

Trump's border policies are now impacting Canadian snowbirds. Plus, crisis in Kamloops! OBGYNs are quitting in droves saying they're burnt out. And finally, the question looming over everyone's heads: Who should be paying for public transit? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Baldrey's Beat: Land ruling in Richmond 22.10.2025 17:11

A bombshell court ruling has awarded land in Richmond to the Cowichan tribe. Will there be an appeal? Should this go to the Supreme Court of Canada? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Bombshell land claim ruling, Another MLA leaving the BC Conservatives, & Distracted driving 21.10.2025 49:02

We begin the show talking about a bombshell ruling awarding pieces of land in Richmond to the Cowichan nation. BC Conservative leader John Rustad joins us in-studio to talk about why another MLA is leaving his party! Plus, traffic lawyer Paul Doroshenko comes on to discuss what is quickly growing into a full-blown epidemic: Distracted driving! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/a...

Baldrey's Beat: Another MLA out of the BC Conservatives! 21.10.2025 17:48

Another MLA is out of the BC Conservatives! Amelia Boultbee went out in a blaze of glory, saying John Rustad has a problem with women. Are more party resignations on the horizon? Guest: Keith Baldrey - Global News Legislative Bureau Chief Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Brodie on Cowichan land decision - Canada's bleak auto manufacturing future - Scooter safety 20.10.2025 33:12

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Bill's Beat: Conservative Caucus Chaos 20.10.2025 14:33

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Cracking down on crime, Auto manufacturing in Canada, & Surrey's extortion racket 17.10.2025 33:25

Big announcement from Ottawa! Prime Minister Carney says he's cracking down on crime. Plus, Auto manufacturer Stellantis is leaving Canada! What does this mean for the future of our auto industry? And finally, we talk about the ongoing extortion crisis in Surrey. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Booming businesses, BC/Alberta pipeline battle, & Canadian auto manufacturing 16.10.2025 44:33

The BCGEU strike is causing some local businesses to boom. The pipeline battle between BC and Alberta continues to escalate. Finally, we talk about why auto manufacturer Stallentis is bailing out of Canada. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Saving money in Vancouver, Angry ferry passengers, & Holiday shopping 15.10.2025 41:09

We begin with Vancouver Mayor Ken Sim's promise to save the city money! Fury on BC Ferries! Multiple crew members say they've experienced violent threats from passengers! How's holiday shopping looking like this upcoming season? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Baldrey's Beat: BCGEU strike, & BC's pipeline battle heating up 15.10.2025 17:09

David Eby says the government is working on a new offer to present to the BCGEU. Is there an end in sight? The pipeline battle between BC and Alberta continues to heat up. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

B.C.’s multiplex challenge 15.10.2025 13:43

B.C.’s multiplex challenge Guest: Frances Bula, Contributor to BC Business Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Foreign buyers in BC, Involuntary care, & World Cup costs! 14.10.2025 37:57

Is it time to let foreign buyers back into the province? The recent Yaletown stabbings are reigniting the divisive conversation around involuntary care. Finally, we discuss the massive costs of getting BC Place ready for the world cup! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Baldrey's Beat: SFU medical school, BC pipeline debate, & BCGEU strike continues! 14.10.2025 17:06

BC Premier David Eby has announced a new medical school at SFU's Surrey campus! The Alberta/BC pipeline conversation continues. Finally, it's WEEK 7 of the BCGEU. Are we any closer to seeing an end? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Before and after school childcare in British Columbia 14.10.2025 13:56

Before and after school childcare in British Columbia GUEST: Eric Swanson, Policy consultant for the Coalition of Child Care Advocates of BC Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Surrey medical clinics, The return of flu season, & Automatic tax filing! 13.10.2025 43:27

One-on-one with Surrey city councillor Linda Annis comes on to discuss all the major happenings in the city! Flu season is back! Is Covid still a thing? All this and more with science guy Jason Tetro! Finally, is automatic tax filing the way to go? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Dwindling liquor supplies, & Cooking the perfect turkey! 10.10.2025 39:24

The ongoing BCGEU strike is causing liquor supplies to dwindle, and the restaurant industry is getting nervous! Plus, it's TURKEY TIME! Caren McSherry from the Gourmet Warehouse comes on to teach us how to cook the perfect Thanksgiving dinner! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Bill's Beat: Ken Sim wants to oust the park board! 10.10.2025 17:23

Vancouver Mayor Ken Sim wants to oust the park board! Guest: Bill Tieleman - Political Strategist and former vancouver city council candidate Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices