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The Jas Johal Show

CKNW / Curiouscast
Metro Vancouver
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Cost Overruns
Public Transit
Broadway Subway Project
Surrey's Education System
Downtown Vancouver
Infrastructure Projects
Young Voters
Safety
Fare Evasion
Global Inflation
Disney World
BC Conservatives
Underconsumption
Loblaw's PC Optimum
British Columbia
Small Businesses
Labor Costs
Construction Materials

The Jas Johal Show is the Lower Mainland’s town square, helping you connect with the stories that matter. It’s about finding the solutions to the challenges facing our region, even when we disagree. Jas’s decades of experience as a local news reporter, a Global News bureau chief in China and India, as well as a BC MLA have strengthened his conviction that no one “side” has all the answers. The Glo... more

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Latest Episodes

Vacation Drama: B.C. Leads the Country in Group Travel Fights

Alison Kwong, Senior Vice President of Public Relations for VRBO

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$700M to $4B: Metro Vancouver’s Wastewater Plant Sparks Fight Over Who Pays (0:47)

Eric Woodward, Township of Langley Mayor

Youth Sports Boom, Kids Burn Out: Why Young Athletes Are Walking Away (12:33)

Scott Rintoul, Vancouver-based sports broadca... more

Ken Sim Under Fire: False Allegation Raises New Questions About Judgment

Stewart Prest, Political Science lecturer at the University of British Columbia

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Do Bitcoin ATMs open the door for more crime in Vancouver?

Kareem Allam, Vancouver Liberals Mayoral Candidate

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Recent Guests

Alison Kwong
Senior Vice President of Public Relations for VRBO
VRBO
Episode: B.C. leads the country in group travel fights
Scott Rintoul
Sports broadcaster, host of Better Sports Parents podcast
Scott Rintoul / Better Sports Parents
Episode: Wastewater plant cost surge sparks fight over payment
Mike Little
Mayor of the District of North Vancouver
District of North Vancouver
Episode: North Shore sewage plant costs soar, inquiry urged
Ken Peacock
Economist who writes about the BC economy (Business Council of BC)
Business Council of British Columbia
Episode: North Shore sewage plant costs soar, inquiry urged
Andy Boratek
Digital lifestyle expert
handyandymedia.com
Episode: North Shore sewage plant costs soar, inquiry urged
Marylinda Buchanan
Mayor of the City of North Vancouver
City of North Vancouver
Episode: North Shore mayors urge Eby sewage plant inquiry
Anita Bathe
Spokesperson for TransLink
TransLink
Episode: 2026 FIFA World Cup: Navigating Vancouver road closures
Dr. James Horncastle
Assistant Professor of Humanities, SFU
Simon Fraser University
Episode: Granville Strip goes pedestrian-only for FIFA
Dan Hiebert
Professor Emeritus at UBC's Department of Geography, specializing in international migration
University of British Columbia
Episode: Birth rate falls as immigration drives growth

Host

Jas Johal
Host with decades of experience as a local news reporter and a former MLA, providing informed perspectives on regional issues.

Reviews

3.7 out of 5 stars from 76 ratings
  • Lynda is good - get rid of the guy!

    Would like the show if the whinny socialist guy would leave or be quite. He adds nothing . Would rather hear callers thoughts without his high pitched lefty comments interruptions. Will check back in when he is gone.

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    4xq
    Canada5 years ago
  • Awful co-host

    What would otherwise be a good podcast is ruined by its male co-host; the co-host frequently chimes in with verbal sound bites that add no value to the show. Furthermore, he yells during his special segments and editorials which are utterly irritating to listen to. Without him, this would be a much better program.

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    1
    DB9CS
    Canada5 years ago
  • Its okay

    Her main co-host is a bit of a yes-man. Always agreeing with her in an over the top way. I dont like the call-in segment either. She doesnt have a conversation with callers which is awkward to listen to.

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    kabdbakahvs
    Canada5 years ago
  • Troy dan

    Your’e annoying

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    noiceee97
    Canada6 years ago
  • Can we stop it with the ad for Wait There's More

    Can we stop it with the ad for Wait There's More? It's about time now.... it's annoying and I think everyone got the message.

    Apple Podcasts
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    IronicallyOptimistPrime
    Canada6 years ago

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There are mixed feelings about the balance of guest contributions versus host-led discussions, with some attendees desiring more listener engagement and relatable conversations. Many enjoy the insights provided by local guests, valuing their expertise.
Some listeners express frustrations about the co-host dynamics, suggesting they find the conversations less engaging due to interruptions or lack of depth. Others appreciate the attempt at diverse perspectives on community issues while seeking constructive solutions.

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B.C. expands PST to more services in 2026
Q: Walk me through this. Can you give me your sense of what your understanding of the PST and what this all means?
The host asks for a clear explanation of how the PST expansion works and its implications for small businesses, and the guest explains that professional services will see new costs, highlighting the urgent need for relief and a more favorable investment climate.
Permanent daylight saving time coming to B.C.
Q: How might this affect businesses and cross-border coordination?
Mitton emphasizes the need for coordination with Washington State, Oregon, and California to prevent disruption in scheduling and supply chains, especially for businesses that rely on synchronized meetings across time zones.
Permanent daylight saving time coming to B.C.
Q: What are the health implications of permanent daylight time?
Antle explains that later sunsets and sunrises can delay bedtimes, potentially reducing total sleep and worsening health indicators, especially for those who must wake early for work; standard time may be healthier.
Budget 2026: The Reckoning
Q: Can BC get back to a balanced budget by the end of the decade, and what would that take?
Experts suggest gradual reductions in the public sector, reprioritizing capital, slowing the growth of debt, and expanding revenue through growth rather than large tax hikes, acknowledging uncertainty and dependence on global conditions.
Budget 2026: The Reckoning
Q: Why expand PSD to professional services, and what does that mean for small businesses?
The government argues the PSD expansion aligns BC with other provinces to raise revenue; however, small-business advocates warn it will raise ongoing costs for many firms, including accounting, architecture, and security services, and could slow growth.

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1. Alison Kwong
2. Scott Rintoul
3. Mike Little
4. Ken Peacock
5. Andy Boratek
6. Marylinda Buchanan
7. Anita Bathe
8. Dr. James Horncastle

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