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Adam Stirling: The Podcast

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Victoria
Langford
Victoria, Canada
Saanich
British Columbia
North Saanich
Sooke
David Eby
Colwood
Housing Policy
South Island Prosperity Partnership
Central Saanich
Victoria Council
Housing
Vancouver
Langford, Canada
Esquimalt
Victoria, British Columbia
Amalgamation
LNG Canada

If it happens on Vancouver Island – good or bad – we need to talk about it. Every hour in every show we deep dive into every nook and cranny of Victoria politics and learn the truth about how YOUR life will be affected. Adam Stirling explores and debates the latest news and current affairs every weekday from 11am to 3pm on CFAX 1070.

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Latest Episodes

Do we really want the politicians to be better? Adam explores critical questions about the state of politics as listeners share contrasting perspectives via open lines and text. Plus, some reflection on new questions raised in the process of fact-che... more

It seems we live in the age of politicians clinging to good news! Adam discusses municipal politics ahead of local elections, with reflection on how political incentives are evolving and discourse seems to be getting increasingly nasty. Plus, more on... more

Adam discusses the importance of good record-keeping when it comes to municipal affairs as he explores local political discourse in the capital region. Including discussion of housing, participation in local politics and local environmental discourse... more

Did everyone forget just how concerning things might have been? Adam discusses local issues, including fire service governance, inspections and provisioning in Langford, housing discourse in Sidney and community safety in Victoria. Mike Kozakowski fr... more

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Dave Thompson
Victoria City Councillor
City of Victoria
Episode: Adam Stirling Hour 2—July 31—2026
Jason Alsup
President of the Council of the Haida Nation
Council of the Haida Nation
Episode: Adam Stirling Hour 3—July 29—2026
Marilyn Slett
Chief Councillor of the Haisla/Helltsic Tribal Council, President of Coastal First Nations
Coastal First Nations
Episode: Adam Stirling Hour 3—July 29—2026
David Eby
BC Premier, featured speaker at a North Coast press conference
Province of British Columbia
Episode: Adam Stirling Hour 3—July 29—2026
Tamara Davidson
Minister of Environment, Parks, and Coastal First Nations representatives
Province of British Columbia
Episode: Adam Stirling Hour 3—July 29—2026
Vaughn Palmer
Journalist, Vancouver Sun
Vancouver Sun
Episode: Adam Stirling Hour 3—July 28—2026
Michael Goering
CEO of BC Mining Association
BC Mining Association
Episode: Adam Stirling Hour 2—July 28—2026
Dr. Melissa Wan
Medical Health Officer, Island Health
Island Health
Episode: Adam Stirling Hour 4—July 22—2026
Fraser Johnson
Member of Langford's Community Advisory Committee
Langford
Episode: Adam Stirling Hour 4—July 14—2026

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Adam Stirling
Host of CFAX 1070 show and Adam Stirling: The Podcast; long-running local politics commentator on Vancouver Island.

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Adam Stirling Hour 1—June 17—2026
Q: What is the role of the province in electoral reform for school boards?
The province has significant authority and has shifted or redefined electoral rules in the past; there is debate about whether the minister or the board should drive changes, and the province could intervene if reforms stall.
Adam Stirling Hour 1—June 17—2026
Q: Why does Tim Morrison want Esquimalt to have its own dedicated seat?
Because Esquimalt is smaller and many fear underrepresentation if seats are allocated proportionally; Morrison argues for ensuring equitable local representation within the district.
Adam Stirling Hour 1—June 17—2026
Q: What is the current status of the bylaw to implement electoral districts for District 61?
Trustees have paused readings and are asking for more information; the reform is not guaranteed to move forward smoothly, and there is concern about timing and feasibility.
Adam Stirling Hour 4—June 19—2026
Q: I wanted to ask you about what you're doing in British Columbia and what it has to do with the Comox Treaty, Indigenous rights, and whether private property rights are being protected.
Poilievre argues that private property rights should take priority and that government strategy should explicitly argue extinguishment to protect homeowners, while opposing the Comox Agreement due to its inclusion of UNDRIP, and he urges voters to hold Liberal policymakers accountable.
Adam Stirling Hour 4—May 27—2026
Q: This is probably an unfair question to ask of you, but can you give me a rough sense of why the AI data centers are so hard on water?
The guest explains that data centers can vary in cooling approach; some use evaporation towers which increase water needs, while others use closed-loop systems. The amount of water depends on local resources and design choices, not a universal requirement, and alternatives exist where water is scarce.

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Local Vancouver Island politics and governance are the core focus, with daily coverage of municipal decisions, provincial policy impact, budgeting battles, and infrastructure debates. Episodes frequently feature live calls and on-site reporting, centering on amalgamation talks, school funding, housing policy, and the interplay between city councils and provincial authorities. A notable vibe is combative, data-driven, and outcome-oriented—often challenging official messaging and pushing for transparency in how policy affects everyday life. The show stands out for its regional depth, fast-paced caller engagement, and the willingness to scrutinize policy details with a pragmatic, sometimes skeptical, lens that appeals to listeners who want to ... more

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