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Hotel Pacifico

Air Quotes Media
British Columbia
NDP
BC Politics
BC Conservatives
David Eby
Healthcare
Conservative Party
Public Safety
Indigenous Rights
John Horgan
Conservatives
Housing Crisis
Tariffs
Climate Change
BC Conservative Party
British Columbia Politics
Canadian Politics
British Columbia Election
Indigenous Relations
Premier David Eby

Welcome to Hotel Pacifico. We’re your 5-star podcast destination for B.C. politicos. Hosted by Mike McDonald and Kate Hammer. With Geoff Meggs. #BCpoli #StrategySuite #MiniBarHotel Pacifico is recorded on the traditional, ancestral and unceded territories of the Musqueam, Squamish and Tsleil-Waututh peoples.

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Hotel Pacifico was created by Air Quotes Media with support from our presenting sponsor TELUS, as well as FortisBC.

Fresh off their recent Emergency Pod, Geoff and Mike review the latest on which MLAs have exited the KLF train.  As of the time of th... more

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Hotel Pacifico was created by Air Quotes Media with support from our presenting sponsor TELUS, as well as FortisBC.

Mike & Geoff rush to their screens to record an Emergency Podcast on the BC Conservative chaos unfolding this week: 5 MLAs leaving ca... more

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Hotel Pacifico was created by Air Quotes Media with support from our presenting sponsor TELUS, as well as FortisBC.

Former UK Conservative MP and newly minted Vancouver resident Andrew Percy returns to Hotel Pacifico. Mike, Geoff and Andrew discuss ... more

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Hotel Pacifico was created by Air Quotes Media with support from our presenting sponsor TELUS, as well as FortisBC.

Newly independent, Kamloops-Centre MLA Peter Milobar joins Geoff and Mike to discuss his decision to leave the BC Conservative caucus... more

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Recent Guests

Jim Stanford
BC economist, Director of the Centre for Future Work; former Chief Economist and Policy Director for Unifor
Centre for Future Work; Unifor
Episode: "Labouring over Economics" with Jim Stanford
Chris Dyson
Campaign manager for Kerry-Lynne Findlay's BC Conservative leadership bid
BC Conservative Party
Episode: RACE TO REPLACE: “Winner's Podium” with Chris Dyson
Barry Penner
Chair of the Energy Futures Institute and former BC Environment Minister
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Episode: RACE TO REPLACE: “Winner's Podium” with Chris Dyson
Angelo Isidorou
Executive Director, BC Conservatives
BC Conservatives
Episode: RACE TO REPLACE: “Down the Stretch” with Angelo Isidorou
Erika Barootes
Public affairs expert and commentator
The Discourse (Alberta politics podcast)
Episode: "The Rocky Mountain Divide" with Erika Barootes and Shannon Phillips
Shannon Phillips
Former BC environment minister, adjunct professor
Meredith Bosticool and Phillips Policy Advisors
Episode: "The Rocky Mountain Divide" with Erika Barootes and Shannon Phillips
Brad Zubyk
Political strategist with experience across BC campaigns
BC politics
Episode: "Club Z" with Brad Zubyk
Ben O'Hara-Byrne
Global News Reporter based at the BC Legislature
Global News
Episode: "War Zones to Question Period" with Ben O’Hara-Byrne
Don Bain
Former Executive Director of the Union of BC Indian Chiefs and advisor in the Premier's Office
Union of BC Indian Chiefs; BC Public Service (Premier's Office)
Episode: “How we got to DRIPA” with Don Bain

Hosts

Mike McDonald
Host of the show, frequently drives policy discussions and interviews with guests; long-time commentator on BC politics.
Kate Hammer
Co-host known for steering discussions, asking hard questions, and balancing perspectives.
Dylan Kruger
Co-host for Race to Replace segments and BC politics coverage; contributes campaign- and jacket-level insights.

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 188 ratings
  • Are there any smart conservatives?

    As above

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    4
    Chez Green MD
    Canada4 months ago
  • NDP Echo Chamber

    This podcast feels more like an NDP echo chamber than a balanced political discussion. With three hosts all leaning left, there’s no conservative perspective at the table. Even though they sometimes have conservative guests on the show, the hosts save their criticism for after the guest has left when there is no conservative voice to challenge them. The show would be much stronger and more relevant if it included a right-leaning voice to provide real debate and balance.

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    CE_1983
    Canadaa year ago
  • Thanks for the cabinet shuffle podcast

    Good job on the cabinet shuffle podcast. I appreciated learning who’s who. Can’t get enough of Geoff and Mike. Think Elder Power Geoff! It’s a huge strength. You guys have so much to offer.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    From east van
    Canadaa year ago
  • Learn your geography

    If you’re going to take a shot at an MP at least get their riding name right.

    It’s SAINT JOHN, NB that is the most tariff vulnerable city in Canada (which makes sense because it is in close geographic proximity to the US).

    Unlike ST. JOHN’S, NL which is like a 1000kms away from the US border…

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    1
    george philp
    Canadaa year ago
  • Amalgamation

    Hello guys thank you for putting out this podcast every week. I’ve been a fan of the other air quotes pods so of course i had to get onboard with a pod about my home province. Kates rant about permitting has inspired me to write this review. I really enjoy your insight & interviews. The issue im concerned with that doesn’t get much attention is how we have 21 municipalities in the lower mainland and 13 for greater Victoria! Maybe they made sense once upon a time but metro van has grown we are 1 ... more

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    5
    Jaz_2k1
    Canada2 years ago

Listeners Say

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Many praise diverse guest lineups, from former premiers to policy experts.
Sponsors and cross-promotions are viewed as valuable add-ons rather than distractions.
Listeners appreciate balanced, insider-informed BC politics analysis with strong host banter.
Audience responds to clear explanations of complex processes like leadership races and DRIPA.
Some feedback notes that the hosts' perspectives can lean partisan, but guests often challenge views effectively.

Chart Rankings

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Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

"Labouring over Economics" with Jim Stanford
Q: What is your quick take on AI's impact on energy and the broader Canadian economy?
AI will not instantly replace jobs; instead, a bubble in stock valuations around a few AI leaders could burst, potentially triggering macroeconomic ripples and selective job losses, with energy use linked to data centers raising concerns about power demand and prices.
"Labouring over Economics" with Jim Stanford
Q: Given the current trade landscape, do you expect the Canada-US-Mexico agreement to be renewed or let roll over year by year?
The agreement is likely to roll over incrementally for the next period, with the July 1st date not a hard deadline, and changes will depend on long-term strategic considerations rather than a sudden overhaul.
"25 and 34" with former B.C. Premier Gordon Campbell
Q: What were the best decisions you made in preparation for the 2001 election?
Campbell emphasizes building broad support, avoiding rigid labels, engaging with caucus and the public, and focusing on a concrete program that revives the economy and reforms health care and infrastructure.
RACE TO REPLACE: “Winner's Podium” with Chris Dyson
Q: How did the Western Alliance policy shape perceptions of Kerry-Lynne Findlay as a leader?
It presented a grand, unifying vision that extended beyond traditional partisan lines, signaling competence and visionary thinking, which helped supporters see her as a capable leader who could drive major reforms and economic growth across Western Canada.
RACE TO REPLACE: “Winner's Podium” with Chris Dyson
Q: What were the two or three top messages you wanted to stay focused on during the campaign?
The top messages were that the campaign was grassroots and authentic, unification of the party and provinces, and economic growth through cross-provincial partnerships and energy/infra projects, all framed as a broad, nation-building vision rather than strict partisan binaries.

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paragraphs: 1-2 paragraph concise summary focusing on BC political and policy discussions, insider context, and infrastructure/election themes. The show regularly covers housing policy, energy, governance, and campaign dynamics with sharp banter and guests who bring policy and historical perspective. Notable strengths include a balanced, insider-informed take on provincial politics, cross-border context, and timely discussions tied to elections and major infrastructure projects.

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1. Jim Stanford
2. Chris Dyson
3. Barry Penner
4. Angelo Isidorou
5. Erika Barootes
6. Shannon Phillips
7. Brad Zubyk
8. Ben O'Hara-Byrne

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