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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November 24, 2022: Road tax debate, Safe drug supply, & Pets in condos! 24.11.2022 44:20

On today's show: Vancouver road tax debate Is the “safe supply” really safe? Pets in condos Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Baldrey's Beat: RCMP funding announcement, Healthcare system strains, & Vancouver road tax! 24.11.2022 17:28

Today on Baldrey's Beat: David Eby promises $230 million in funding for RCMP recruitment. Mike and Keith discuss the rising strains on Canada's healthcare system. Vancouver city council has passed a measure to put the brakes on any future “road tax” in the city. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Professional arm wrestler makes epic comeback! 24.11.2022 11:06

It's been 3 long years since pro arm wrestler Clayton Faulconer suffered a brain injury after a major car accident. Now...he's back to competing! Guest: Clayton Faulconer - Professional Arm Wrestler Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

November 23, 2022: BC housing debate, School liaison officers, & No-fault auto insurance! 23.11.2022 49:18

On today's show: Condo rental and BC building debate. Should VSB bring back the police liaison officer? A senior's fight with ICBC for compensation & the trouble with no fault insurance. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Baldrey's Beat: Housing politics, & School liaison officers 23.11.2022 17:06

Today on Baldrey's Beat: Housing is becoming a hot topic in BC's political realm. Should schools bring back the liaison officer program? PLUS your calls! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

November 22, 2022: David Eby's housing plan, Analyzing Doug McCallum's acquittal, & Radiology issues in Canada! 22.11.2022 41:39

On today's show: We hear listener reactions to Eby's new housing plan! Lawyer Kyla Lee comes on to discuss the McCallum verdict. Radiology issues in Canada. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Baldrey's Beat: David Eby's housing plan, Doug McCallum verdict, & Café patrons held at gunpoint 22.11.2022 17:04

Today on Baldrey's Beat: Mike and Keith debate the pros & cons of David Eby's housing plan. East Van Café patrons held at gunpoint in terrifying brunch robbery. Mike and Keith discuss the recent acquittal of former Surrey Mayor Doug McCallum. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

November 21, 2022: Repeat offenders, Surgery cancellations, & David Eby's housing announcement! 21.11.2022 39:36

On today's show: BC Liberal leader Kevin Falcon responds to David Eby’s repeat offender and mental health plans! Baby’s heart surgery cancelled because of staff/bed shortages Reacting to David Eby’s housing announcement Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Safe Supply 101 21.11.2022 9:32

Safe supply is often misunderstood and called dangerous or adding to the problem. But not only does safe supply help prevent death it creates moments in a drug users day. Moments of clarity when they don't have to look for drugs or do horrible things to get drugs and the ability to focus where they could not before. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Baldrey's Beat: David Eby's wasting no time as newly sworn-in BC Premier 21.11.2022 16:39

Today on Baldrey's Beat: David Eby's hitting the ground running! Mike and Keith react to the new BC Premier's immediate action following his swearing-in ceremony last Friday. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

November 18, 2022: David Eby sworn in as BC Premier, Employee sick days, & Hospital wait-times! 18.11.2022 46:57

On today's show: How will BC Premier David Eby handle the province's housing problem? Should employees get a bonus for not taking sick days? David Eby swearing-in panel! Horror stories on hospital wait times Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

November 17, 2022: High rental prices, Traffic law, & Home equity tax proposal! 17.11.2022 52:57

On today's show: Rent rates keep going up, up and up! Internal Medicine Specialist reacts to mask recommendations, surge in sick kids, & children’s meds shortage. Questions asked by traffic police that drivers are not required to answer! Discussing the home equity tax proposal. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Baldrey's Beat: Rental vacancies, Healthcare system strains, & David Eby! 17.11.2022 17:03

Today on Baldrey's Beat: It's getting harder and harder to find a place to rent in Vancouver. There's a massive strain on our healthcare system. David Eby being sworn in as BC Premier tomorrow! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Blanket BC needs a little help from their friends 16.11.2022 9:04

Blanket BC has been helping people stay warm for 17 years. But this year they need help from you to get the warm stuff to the people in need. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

November 16, 2022: Policing in Surrey, Taxing million-dollar homes, & Environmental debate! 16.11.2022 37:44

On today's show: The future of policing in the city of Surrey Surtax on million dollar homes It's Peter McCartney vs. Moe Sihota in our Wilderness Committee “Dirty 30” debate! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Baldrey's Beat: BC Liberal name change, Sick kids, & Donald Trump 16.11.2022 33:33

Today on Baldrey's Beat: Kevin Falcon makes it official! The BC Liberal party will be changing it's name to BC United. VP Caroline Elliot joins us as well! Sick kids are overwhelming ICUs. BC Children's hospital reporting 8+ hour wait times. Donald Trump announces he's re-running for President of the US. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Surrey Police Service says they will continue moving forward 16.11.2022 9:46

Surrey Police Service says they will continue moving forward GUEST: Norm Lipinski, Chief of Surrey Police Service Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

November 15, 2022: Surrey policing, Fixing the DTES, & Queen Elizabeth II 15.11.2022 41:25

On today's show: What will happen with Surrey policing? How should Eby fix the DTES? BC Ferries takes down portraits of Queen Elizabeth... and isn't putting up King Charles. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Baldrey's Beat: Surrey Police Service, BC Premier David Eby, & Donald Trump! 15.11.2022 17:27

Today on Baldrey's Beat: Mike Farnworth has the final say over the future of the Surrey Police Service. David Eby to be sworn in as BC Premier tomorrow. How will he tackle the Downtown Eastside? Will Donald Trump be re-running for US President? Does he have a chance against Ron Desantis? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

November 14, 2022: Atmospheric river anniversary, Surrey Police Force, & Cryptocurrency debate! 14.11.2022 48:10

On today's show: It's the one-year anniversary of BC's atmospheric river. As the Surrey Police debate rages on, Brenda Locke says the people of Surrey have spoken. Cryptocurrency debate! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Baldrey's Beat: Surrey Police Force, BC Liberal name change, & Crypto market crashes! 14.11.2022 17:04

Today on Baldrey's Beat: Should the RCMP stay in Surrey? Brenda Locke says the people of Surrey have spoken. Changing the name of the BC Liberal Party. Turmoil in the Cryptocurrency market. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

November 11, 2022: Honouring veterans, & the Surrey Police debacle! 11.11.2022 39:08

On today's show: Why it’s important to honour Veterans. The Surrey policing debacle continues. CKNW tech producer Tim French tells a personal story about a veteran in his family. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

“Vancouver Is Dying” YouTube video hits 2 million views 11.11.2022 26:43

“Vancouver Is Dying” YouTube video hits 2 million views. Does it paint an accurate picture of what's happening on the streets? Guest: Aaron Gunn - Filmmaker and Commentator Guest: Guy Fellicella - Harm Reduction Advocate Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

November 10, 2022: VPD social spending report, Traffic law, & Residential rezoning! 10.11.2022 43:41

On today's show: VPD Deputy Chief defends social spending report. Talking traffic law with lawyer Paul Doreshenko. What can Vancovuer learn from Portland when it comes to residential rezoning? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Baldrey's Beat: VPD social spending, Tackling the DTES, & Pierre Poilievre! 10.11.2022 17:25

Today on Baldrey's Beat: Is the VPD social spending report legit? How much is actually being spent? David Eby says he wants to get a grip on the DTES. Is reopening Riverview the solution? Mike and Keith react to Poilievre's comments yesterday during his visit to Vancouver. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices