
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.
| Publishes | Twice weekly | Episodes | 170 | Founded | 3 years ago |
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Hotel Pacifico was created by Air Quotes Media with support from our presenting sponsor TELUS, as well as FortisBC.
Mike and Geoff are home alone this week and convene a full-length Strategy Suite covering eight (8!) topics including: Fire in the Ca... more
Hotel Pacifico was created by Air Quotes Media with support from our presenting sponsor TELUS, as well as FortisBC.
Geoff and Mike welcome economist Jim Stanford, director of the Centre for Future Work, a think tank in Vancouver. For twenty years, J... more
Hotel Pacifico was created by Air Quotes Media with support from BC Dairy and the Energy Futures Institute.
Welcome to our bonus episode of Hotel Pacifico's Race to Replace, a special series focused on the ins and outs of the BC Conservative leaders... more
Hotel Pacifico was created by Air Quotes Media with support from our presenting sponsor TELUS, as well as FortisBC.
Geoff and Mike welcome the 34th Premier of BC, Gordon Campbell, on the occasion of the 25th anniversary of his government taking powe... more
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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.
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.
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…
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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A sharp, partisanship-aware take on British Columbia politics and policy, with a steady rotation of guests who provide insider perspectives on leadership races, energy policy, Indigenous relations, and governance. Episodes frequently dissect leadership contests, DRIPA implications, and regional dynamics, while weaving in cross-Canada context and timely policy debates. The show is marked by candid banter among seasoned hosts and guests, plus recurring sponsor segments, data-driven mechanics, and a willingness to challenge conventional wisdom. It stands out for its urban-rural balance, strong policy focus, and willingness to tackle controversial issues with a mix of skepticism and humor. Listeners likely get a clear sense of who's driving BC ... more
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2. Erika Barootes
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