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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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Ken Sim
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Ryan Austin
Retired police motorcycle master instructor, owner and instructor at Enduro Park Canada and Advanced Rider Training
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Episode: How can we reduce motorcycle fatalities in BC?
Garry Reece
Mayor of the Lax Kw'alaam First Nation near Prince Rupert
Lax Kw'alaam First Nation
Episode: Issues with the Kitselas treaty
Courtney Shea
Writer at Maclean's Magazine
Maclean's Magazine
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Lisa Schaeffer
Executive Director of Obesity Canada
Obesity Canada
Episode: Over a million Canadians on Ozempic, is diet culture changing?
Gary Reese
Mayor of the Lax Kw'alaam First Nation
Lax Kw'alaam First Nation
Episode: Over a million Canadians on Ozempic, is diet culture changing?
Matt Hardy
Deputy Sports Editor
City AM
Episode: Possible UK beer shortage
Caroline Elliot
Leadership candidate for the BC Conservative Party
BC Conservative Party
Episode: The DRIPA drama continues...
Ryan Mitton
BC Legislative Director, Canadian Federation of Independent Business
Canadian Federation of Independent Business
Episode: Should BC allow more temporary foreign workers?

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Mike Smyth
Host of The Mike Smyth Show; long-form BC politics journalist and broadcaster with broad access to leaders and lawmakers

Reviews

4.2 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
    Canada20 days 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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Audience notes occasional perceived bias toward certain guests, especially on political topics.

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Issues with the Kitselas treaty
Q: What happens if this treaty passes and is ratified? Can anything be changed afterward?
He suggests there may still be room for negotiation or legal challenges, but emphasizes that delaying the bill to allow proper consultation is essential to prevent irreversible changes to their territory.
Issues with the Kitselas treaty
Q: Can you tell me what you're worried about here, your concerns about this treaty with your neighbours?
Reece explains that the treaty could affect a vast portion of their territory, concerns over incomplete consultations, and the potential for significant disruption to land use and development if the agreement moves forward without addressing their issues.
Correspondent's dinner shooting
Q: Final question for you, Dave, where does this go from here now, especially the review of security at this event?
There will likely be a formal security review of the event and surrounding arrangements, with discussion around the perimeter and hotel security, and broader reflections on the need for robust protection at high-profile political events.
Correspondent's dinner shooting
Q: Dave, what do we know about the suspect at this point?
Levinthal explains the situation is fluid with information released incrementally; the suspect, Cole Thomas Allen, traveled across the country and checked into the hotel, with no strong criminal record or obvious profile, making it unclear why he targeted the event.
Are Liberals trying to take over the B.C. Conservatives?
Q: What do you think about what Rustad said there?
Harman Bhangu replies that while Rustad will be critical, he is in Caroline Elliott's camp and emphasizes that Kevin Falcon is not part of the day-to-day campaign, though he has made phone calls for Elliott as a family member. Bhangu also reiterates his own day-to-day involvement and commitment to the campaign's center-right direction.

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The show centers on British Columbia politics, policy, and current events with a sharp focus on accountability and governance. Episodes frequently blend provincial political analysis, energy and economic issues, and national/international developments (notably Middle East tensions and AI policy), often featuring live callers and expert guests to unpack how big-picture events translate into local impact. A hallmark is brisk, opinionated debate anchored by a well-connected host set, with guests ranging from politicians and policy analysts to journalists and Indigenous leaders, providing diverse and timely perspectives. Noteworthy elements include high-profile interviews, cross-border trade topics, and a willingness to scrutinize government ac... more

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1. Ken Sim
2. Ryan Austin
3. Garry Reece
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7. Matt Hardy
8. Caroline Elliot

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