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Political Capital with Rob Shaw

CHEK Podcasts
British Columbia
David Eby
Donald Trump
NDP
Dripa
BC Conservative Party
Tariffs
John Rustad
British Columbia Politics
BC Conservatives
Pipelines
BC Government
Bill 15
BC Politics
Deficit
BC Green Cooperation and Responsible Government Accord
BC Budget
First Nations
Cowichan Nation
Mark Carney

Join CHEK News Political Correspondent Rob Shaw and a lively panel of guests for a weekly breakdown of all of the news in B.C. politics, with analysis and commentary that helps make sense of the latest stories in and around the B.C. legislature.

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Latest Episodes

June 5, 2026 - Peace River North MLA Jordan Kealy is charged with sexual assault but says he'll stay on the job - should the legislature allow that, or change the rules? Plus, new BC Conservative leader Kerry-Lynne Findlay's first week in the role. A... more

June 5, 2026

Peace River North MLA Jordan Kealy is charged with sexual assault - should he go on leave, resign, or simply carry on his duties?

Watch Rob on CHEK TV weeknights.

Read more: www.robshawnews.com

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June 4, 2026

The prime minister gets set to unveil a new AI strategy, while the provincial forest minsiters gather in Langford to address the sector's crisis.

Watch Rob on CHEK TV weeknights.

Read more: www.robshawnews.com

Political Capital Da... more

June 3, 2026

Premier David Eby labels BC Conservative leader Kerry-Lynne Findlay the "regional manager" of MAGA.

Watch Rob on CHEK TV weeknights.

Read more: www.robshawnews.com

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BC Tech Association

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Recent Guests

Jillian Oliver
Guest panelist
BC Greens (former press secretary)
Episode: May 22, 2026 - Pipelines, dams and energy | Political Capital
Jeff Farrier
Founding partner of Frey Point Public Affairs, longtime New Democrat strategist
Frey Point Public Affairs
Episode: Everything Is Coming Up Milhouse | Political Capital Daily
Peter Milobar
Kamloops MLA and leadership candidate
BC Conservative Party
Episode: Findlay Targets Milobar’s Family | Political Capital Daily
Yuri Fullmer
Leadership race participant
BC Conservative Party
Episode: Findlay Targets Milobar’s Family | Political Capital Daily
Ian Black
Leadership race participant
BC Conservative Party
Episode: Findlay Targets Milobar’s Family | Political Capital Daily
Kerry-Lynne Findlay
BC Conservative leadership candidate
BC Conservative Party
Episode: Findlay Targets Milobar’s Family | Political Capital Daily
Aileen Mitchell
Former Deputy Chief of Staff to Premier David Eby
Former Deputy Chief of Staff to Premier David Eby
Episode: Angry Eby slams Ottawa on missing softwood aid | Political Capital Daily
Mike McKinnon
Director at Enterprise Canada
Enterprise Canada
Episode: May 1, 2026 - Soccer gets kicked around BC's political arena | Political Capital
Harman Bhangu
MLA within the BC Conservative Party, leadership race candidate
BC Conservative Party
Episode: Political Capital - Feb. 20, 2026 - BC budget bellyflop

Host

Rob Shaw
CHEK News political correspondent and host of the show, guiding in-depth BC political discussion with a rotating panel.

Reviews

4.3 out of 5 stars from 60 ratings
  • It’s Come A Long Way Uncle Rob

    This is the best pod ever And finally people have stopped chirping

    Jeff my number one go to pod for BC politics it is informing and

    funny without getting off topic.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Andrew R. SHAW
    Canada2 months ago
  • Jeff’s Army [Andrew Shaw

    The only reason you would publicly hate on Jeff is if you are insecure and by the way if you haven’t figured that out the ten year old righting this has. Great pod uncle rob

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Andrew R. SHAW
    Canada5 months ago
  • Great Podcast

    "Make the eyebrow people feel like they were heard"

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    yesmelts
    Canada7 months ago
  • From the real rob shaw

    Stop being mean to Jeff

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Andrew R. SHAW
    Canada10 months ago
  • From CHEK News World HQ🌎

    Weekly (sort of) review of what happened in BC politics. I just hope the timing for the ad break is managed a bit better.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Kojikojirjbb
    Canadaa year ago

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Listeners value the insider, non-partisan vibe and the depth of BC politics coverage.
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Political Capital 167 - Eby visits White House, NDP cancels grocery rebate, lookahead to legislative session
Q: How is this going to help folks with the cost of living crisis that we keep seeing here?
It will provide various forms of assistance and support aimed at alleviating the financial burden on families, especially regarding child care and basic living expenses.
Political Capital 167 - Eby visits White House, NDP cancels grocery rebate, lookahead to legislative session
Q: What do you think the government might be doing here?
The conversation might focus on how to keep the economy afloat and address affordability issues while managing backlash from the opposition regarding promises made during the election.
Political Capital 175 - Election analysis, BC mental health tragedy, missed climate targets
Q: What implications does the tragedy at the Lapu-Lapu Festival have for mental health policy?
The tragedy has sparked calls for an inquiry and review of the BC mental health system, highlighting gaps in care and the need for timely action from the government.
Political Capital 175 - Election analysis, BC mental health tragedy, missed climate targets
Q: What does the recent federal election mean for the BC government and NDP?
The results indicate a significant shift in voter sentiment in BC, especially with the NDP losing ground to Conservatives, leading to potential challenges for the provincial government as they navigate public dissatisfaction.

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A BC politics-focused show pairs a seasoned political journalist with a rotating panel to break down the week's headlines, policy shifts, and legislative dynamics. Episodes typically center on provincial affairs—ranging from budgets and leadership races to Indigenous rights, municipal issues, and notable policy debates—delivering practical context for listeners who want to understand how decisions in Victoria ripple through business, communities, and public services. The format blends sharp analysis with insider perspectives from regular panelists, making it useful for advertisers and PR teams seeking politically aware audiences and for listeners who crave timely, platform-agnostic commentary on provincial governance and economic impacts.

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