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The Mike Smyth Show

The Mike Smyth Show
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If you really want to know what is going on in British Columbia, you better be listening to The Mike Smyth Show (Monday to Friday: 9am – 12pm). As the only daily radio show broadcasting from B.C.’s Legislative Assembly in Victoria, Smyth’s access to our leaders and lawmakers is unparalleled as he fearlessly asks the tough questions and holds them to account. Always a step ahead, Mike Smyth’s two d... more

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Recent Guests

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Scott Stinson
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Amelia Boultbee
Independent MLA
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Episode: Should MLAs have to take a leave of absence when charged with crimes
Deep Brar
President, BC Fruit Growers' Association
BC Fruit Growers' Association
Episode: What is going on with Canadian healthcare?
Paul Adams
Executive Director, BC Rural Health Network
BC Rural Health Network
Episode: What happens to rural healthcare when doctors retire?
Anita Haberman
Community advocate; former president of the Surrey Board of Trade
Surrey Board of Trade
Episode: FIFA is starting to get really greedy
Danny Navarro
Travel football fan and influencer
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Harman Bangu
Conservative MLA, Langley; official opposition transportation critic
BC Legislative Assembly
Episode: Coquitlam pedestrian ticketed for walking TOO SLOWLY
Andy Barar
Freelance technology journalist
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Hosts

Keith Baldrey
Segment host and Legislative Bureau Chief providing political analysis and insider perspective on BC politics.
Bill Thielman
Veteran political strategist and BC politics commentator.
Thomas Lukaszek
Former Deputy Premier of Alberta; policy and governance commentator.

Reviews

4.1 out of 5 stars from 65 ratings
  • Mike is great!

    Love listening to the podcast. Way better than the constant radio ads. Mike is not afraid to ask tougher questions. Regular contributors are fairly left leaning.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    bollywooder
    Canada2 months ago
  • Too many Socialists!!!

    This would be such a good show, however, Mike or Corus, insist on only socialist guests/segments! Bill Beat, total ndp commie! Keith Baldly, proven ndp supporter, that guest host lady, is pure woke commie! I could go on. At least bring balance Mike! Less socialists!!!

    Apple Podcasts
    2
    4xq
    Canadaa year ago

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Thoughtful, policy-forward discussions with tough questions from the host.
High value for listeners seeking practical guidance on regulation, taxes, and public spending.
Some listeners feel there's a perceived bias toward certain political perspectives.
A few critics want more balance in guest diversity and viewpoints.

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What is going on with Canadian healthcare?
Q: How are water restrictions affecting farmers, and what policy responses are discussed?
Farmers describe severe water cuts, the need for emergency planning, and potential exemptions or adaptive measures, stressing food security and the long-term impact on orchard crops and livelihoods.
What is going on with Canadian healthcare?
Q: What does the data say about BC residents and non-residents using health care services without paying their bills?
SecondStreet.org presents data suggesting a significant bill backlog linked to non-residents, prompting policy ideas like upfront payment or health insurance requirements for visitors, to protect taxpayers and ensure access for residents.
What is going on with Canadian healthcare?
Q: What is driving the push to hire external health recruiters in rural BC?
Aging clinicians, increasing demand, and difficulty attracting new physicians to rural areas are creating gaps that communities attempt to fill by hiring recruiters to recruit and place clinicians where needed.
FIFA is starting to get really greedy
Q: Should the province step in to manage Surrey's policing turmoil?
There is skepticism about provincial involvement; the guest argues the province ordered the transition but stresses the need for coordinated action with local leaders to restore public safety and governance.
FIFA is starting to get really greedy
Q: What is your biggest concern here right now with what's going on?
The biggest concern is policing public safety as an economic development issue, with rising extortion, homicides, and gun violence, and the need for transparency and accountability in the transition to a new police service.

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This show consistently blends political analysis, public policy, and current-events in British Columbia with a strong focus on governance, infrastructure, and industry shifts. Episodes frequently dissect provincial policy decisions, energy and transport projects, legal-landscape implications, and city-level governance, often featuring expert guests to ground debates in economics, law, and public safety. A notable through-line is skepticism toward large-cost projects and the political dynamics shaping them, along with practical guidance for listeners navigating regulatory, licensing, and taxation realities. The format tends to pair sharp host commentary with panel perspectives and caller engagement, making it a go-to for listeners who want c... more

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8. Harman Bangu

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