The Mike Smyth Show

How was Canada Day in Victoria? Former BC Green Party leader Andrew Weaver was out on social media this weekend, saying he thinks the BC Conservatives are headed for a win in this fall’s provincial election Things got a bit heated when president Joe Biden brought up his performance on the golf course and challenged Donald Trump to a game. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoi...

Impact of the WestJet strike GUEST: Duncan Dee, Airline industry analyst and Former Air Canada COO Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Unsafe driving habits are on the rise! More and more Canadians are seeking private healthcare outside the country. Is it time it became an option for our citizens? A suspect has been charged in the Tori Dunn murder case. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Mike starts the segment predicting that Trudeau will resign! Is it time for the PM to go? Last night's Biden-Trump debate was disaster, leaving many democrats panicking. The 28-year-old leader of a right-wing party is gaining major traction in France. Guest: Bill Tieleman - Veteran BC political strategist and campaigner, Former Vancouver city council candidate Learn more about your ad choices. Vis...

Patient bill of rights GUEST: Dr. Claudine Storness-Bliss, BCU candidate Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ken Sim's in-office gym is causing major backlash! Catalytic converter thefts plus other auto-related news with YouTuber Zack Spencer. How do we rectify Canada's construction worker shortage? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Despite the recent byelection results, PM Trudeau says he's not going anywhere! Mike and Keith make their predictions ahead of tonight's debate between Joe Biden and Donald Trump. Last but not least, Mayor Ken Sim is in hot water after it was revealed he's converted a City Hall boardroom into a gym! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

David Eby is defending taxation levels in BC, but many are saying it's time to bring them down. More and more young Canadians are seeking help from the bank of mum & dad in order to buy their first home. The battle of on-street parking! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

BC hikes wildlife fines Guest: Mark Hall, Hunter Conservationist podcast Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Tori Dunn investigation and BC's justice system Guest: Aron Dunn, Father of Tori Dunn Guest: Doug Spencer, Former VPD officer Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Do EV rebates favour rich people? Should they be phased out? Allowing more pets in BC rentals. A condo owner is being fined $11k for installing a heat pump. What rights do condo owners have? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Former BC Premier John Horgan has been diagnosed with cancer for the third time. Could the recent Toronto byelection force Trudeau out as PM? Premier David Eby's attacks on the Federal government continue! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The billion-dollar boondoggle in North Vancouver! What happened to DoorDash and Skip fees in Seattle? Dozens of family and friends of homicide victim Tori Dunn gathered Saturday for a candlelight vigil. Her family is calling for justice and change to the Canadian justice system. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Some recent polling shows many Canadians are starting to believe that Trudeau has overstayed his welcome. BC Premier David Eby is complaining about the lack of federal funding for the province. The conversation continues on gig workers and the backfiring delivery fees. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

North Vancouver's wastewater treatment facility debacle is continuing to make waves! Prime Minister Trudeau is making conflicting remarks on housing. He says he wants improved home affordability but also wants home values to stay high. How does that work? Dog news PLUS training tips with professional trainer Brad Pattison! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

It's another bad day for BC United. Is it a leadership problem? Premier David Eby is being criticized for regularly holding "campaign-style" events. Is this being done on the taxpayer's dime? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Transit issues in Metro Vancouver. Will DoorDash and Skip the Dishes hike their fees? TONS of things happening in the airline industry right now: Cancelled flights, labour troubles, and Boeing woes! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Cancelled flights and labour troubles at WestJet GUEST: Duncan Dee, Airline Analyst and former Air Canada Executive Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Wasteful spending is out of control! Do we need to see an audit? A senator's bill to rein in sports betting ads is now working its way through the legislative process. Finally, a conversation with traffic lawyer Kyla Lee on the most misunderstood traffic laws! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

John Rustad is teasing a major announcement. Mike and Keith speculate that a BCU candidate is joining the BC Conservatives! Former Premier Bill Bennett recently weighed in on whether the BC United name change was the right move. Why isn't MLA Elenore Sturko running in her own riding? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Densifying Shaughnessy Should BC Ferries' vessels be built in BC? Advocates are calling for gig workers to earn a base wage. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

BC Premier Eby is amping up his political campaigning in Surrey. The North Shore nightmare continues! In a different story, Premier Eby says the province may intervene on unaccountable spending at Metro Vancouver. PLUS Mike and Keith briefly discuss election advertising. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Could the Government’s new gig-work rules backfire on workers? Vancouver makes another international list of “impossibly unaffordable” cities! What's the solution? Is there an energy shortage looming? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Today on Baldrey's Beat: The old ICBC building is being converted into housing. Several BCU MLAs have crossed the floor. How does Kevin Falcon feel about this? Finally, Mike and Keith discuss expensive government trips! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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