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BC Today is where British Columbians connect on issues facing their lives and their community. Every week day at noon PT and 1pm MT, BC Today host Michelle Eliot delves into the top story for the province.

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Extreme heat and wildfire smoke prompted weather warnings across B.C. this week. We spoke with Nicole Mucci and Dr. Michael Schwandt about how heat impacts vulnerable people in the province.

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David Elstone
Strategic advisor in the forestry sector; produces the View from the Stump newsletter
Self/Consultant
Episode: Canfor closing Prince George mill
Ciara McLean
Immigration lawyer
Valetta Peterson Christie Lawyers
Episode: Ancestral Canadians passing down citizenship
Paul Adams
Executive Director, BC Rural Health Network
BC Rural Health Network
Episode: State of health care
Jason Sutherland
Director, Centre for Health Services and Policy Research, University of British Columbia
University of British Columbia
Episode: State of health care
Lauren Binnendyk
Director and Behavior Analysis Consultant with One Bite at a Time Feeding
One Bite at a Time Feeding
Episode: What to do about picky eaters
Lori Daniels
UBC's Centre for Wildfire Coexistence co-director
University of British Columbia
Episode: Wildfire burning in the Fraser Canyon
Ed Wang
Royal commentator
Royal commentary
Episode: Royal tensions as Prince Harry returns to U.K.
April Lindgren
Founder and co-director of the Local News Research Project
Local News Research Project / Toronto Metropolitan University
Episode: 2 Vancouver radio stations go off air
Madeleine Ransom
Canada Research Chair in Artificial Intelligence, Well-Being and Ethics; Professor of Philosophy at UBCO
University of British Columbia Okanagan
Episode: Province taking legal action against OpenAI

Hosts

Amy Bell
Host of BC Today, frequently filling in for the primary host; CBC/ BC Today presence with rotation hosting duties.
Michelle Eliot
Host of BC Today, regular presenter guiding conversations on top BC stories; key on-air voice.

Reviews

4.1 out of 5 stars from 127 ratings
  • Great way to catch up on prov & country-wide news. The best part though is listening to callers opinions, it feels like the opposite of reading twitter comments.

    Podcast Addict
    5
    karicature
    a year ago
  • Cuts off Callers with Right of Center Views

    This show lacks journalistic balnce/integrity. The recent episode on drug decriminalization is a perfect example. I wanted to hear more about Donald’s experience- not sure why the host seemed confused as to why someone smoking fentanyl in a restaurant bathroom used by families was a safety issue. Ms Elliot then cut off Donald was when he commented about the safe supply industry making huge profits. This was a legitimate point and I wanted to hear more.

    If you are looking for balanced jour... more

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    MB_1983_BC
    Canada2 years ago
  • Awesome podcast

    I have learned many unknown things that I haven’t had idea about it. My favourite part is with master gardener Brian minter.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    laquel
    Mexico6 years ago
  • Beautiful B.C.

    So interesting!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    ming of richmond
    Canada7 years ago
  • Too long for today’s lifestyle

    The topics are good and the discussions interesting, at least for the first 15 mins.. after that I tune out and go to another podcast.

    With a lot of choices in podcasts and limited time in life in general an hour long conversation is way too long ..

    Apple Podcasts
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    Chino-Baby
    Canada8 years ago

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Some critics feel coverage occasionally leans toward a particular viewpoint on controversial topics.
Audience values accessibility of complex topics and calls for practical takeaways for BC communities.
Listeners appreciate local, issue-driven coverage and the balance of expert analysis with listener input.

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State of health care
Q: What policy changes could address imaging wait times and access to diagnostics?
Investments in imaging capacity, centralized scheduling, and private/public balance in rural areas, along with virtual support and enhanced coordination between hospitals and clinics, could reduce delays and improve equity.
State of health care
Q: What are the broader implications of ER closures for rural British Columbians?
ER closures in rural areas create access barriers, force patients to travel longer distances, and highlight inequities in how care is prioritized, underscoring the need for stronger primary care and better allocation of resources.
State of health care
Q: Paul, one of the most pressing issues right now is the BC nurses strike. Has the strike begun to impact rural areas already?
Yes. The strike has led to additional closures in rural facilities and longer wait times and congestion in emergency rooms, with specific impacts noted in smaller communities such as Kamloops and surrounding regions.
E-scooter safety
Q: What needs to change to make roads and pathways safer for everyone?
The guest and host emphasize a combination of stronger regulations, better education, more consistent enforcement, and improved infrastructure (like protected cycling facilities) to keep all users safe and to inform the public about proper rules and speeds.
Driver asleep at wheel of self-driving Tesla
Q: Hi. What are your thoughts on these self-driving vehicles and the behaviors of them?
The caller shares concerns about unusual driving behavior, and the guest explains that while some cases are alarming, the broader issue is ensuring devices are safe, with attention to how these systems interact with human drivers and how regulations should evolve.

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Frequently Asked Questions About BC Today

What is BC Today about and what kind of topics does it cover?

This daily provincial-focused show covers a broad range of British Columbia issues, from public policy and economics to health, infrastructure, and culture. Recent episodes highlight frontline policy debates (PST for services, energy and data centers), transportation reliability (ferries and regional transit), public health updates (hantavirus context and communications), and community-driven stories (women in trades, inclusive sports, and mental health). A notable pattern is balancing expert analysis with listener input, calls, and local perspectives to translate policy into everyday impact. The format frequently blends data-driven discussions with human-interest angles, making it useful for decision-makers and brands seeking authentic reg... more

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Recent guests on BC Today include:

1. David Elstone
2. Ciara McLean
3. Paul Adams
4. Jason Sutherland
5. Lauren Binnendyk
6. Lori Daniels
7. Ed Wang
8. April Lindgren

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