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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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As Vancouver mayor Ken Sim finds himself in hot water over his drug distribution allegations, we recount other political gaffes in B.C. history. What's the outlook at the gas pumps with the ongoing conflict in Iran? A former VPD superintendent joins ... more

Premier David Eby will be meeting with OpenAI CEO Sam Altman today regarding the role ChatGPT played in the Tumbler Ridge Shooting. Also, how much did Premier Eby know about the federal government's deal with the Musqueam Nation?

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Recent Guests

Dan McTague
President, Canadians for Affordable Energy
Canadians for Affordable Energy
Episode: What will gas prices look like with the ongoing conflict in Iran?
Patricia Lakin-Thomas
Professor at York University, expert on chronobiology
York University
Episode: How will a permanent Daylight Savings change affect our health?
Keith Baldry
Legislative Bureau Chief for Global News
Global News
Episode: Baldrey's Beat: Coroner's inquest launched into the Tumbler Ridge shooting
Wayne Sparrow
Chief of the Musqueam Indian Band
Musqueam Indian Band
Episode: Is switching to permanent Daylight Savings Time a good idea?
Tom Isaac
Chair of Aboriginal Law Group, Castles Brock and Blackwell LLP; former BC chief treaty negotiator
Castles Brock and Blackwell LLP
Episode: Is switching to permanent Daylight Savings Time a good idea?
Tamara Lorincz
Peace activist in Canada, PhD candidate, member of Canadian Voice of Women for Peace
Canadian Voice of Women for Peace
Episode: Iran war debate
Siavash Rokni
Member of the Iranian-Canadian community, writer, researcher, and McGill doctoral student
Iranian-Canadian community
Episode: Latest on the US attacks on Iran
Andy Roberts
President of Mountain Transport Institute
Mountain Transport Institute
Episode: Is the NDP's new budget squeezing small business?
Kerry-Lynne Findlay
Conservative MP running for the leadership of the provincial Conservative Party
Former Conservative MP
Episode: Baldrey's Beat: Kerry-Lynne Findlay's bid for the BC Conservative leadership

Host

Mike Smyth
Host with over two decades of experience in journalism, providing insightful commentary and challenging questions on local issues.

Reviews

4.1 out of 5 stars from 61 ratings
  • 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!!!

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Some express concerns regarding the potential bias towards conservative viewpoints in guest selection and discussions.

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What will gas prices look like with the ongoing conflict in Iran?
Q: What specific factors in the Middle East drive the price at the pump, and what should listeners expect next week?
Factors include refinery outages, pipeline flows, and the end of petrodollar leverage; if tensions persist, we could see continued price increases through the weekend with potential stabilization only if supplies re-balance, but a sustained surge is possible if the conflict escalates.
What will gas prices look like with the ongoing conflict in Iran?
Q: Dan, how does a conflict thousands of miles away immediately affect gas prices here in Canada?
Prices are driven by international markets and currency values, with spikes tied to geopolitical tensions and regional supply disruptions; in the Vancouver area, diesel and gasoline could rise by several cents per liter in the short term as supply lines and refineries are affected.
Baldrey's Beat: Coroner's inquest launched into Tumbler Ridge shooting
Q: What is the difference between a coroner's inquest and a public inquiry?
A coroner's inquest is a fact-finding process that can compel testimony to some extent, but it is not as broad, expensive, or inclusive of taxpayer-funded legal support as a public inquiry, which can compel evidence and is more wide-ranging.
Crossings continue downward into Point Roberts
Q: What kind of relief or changes would help Point Roberts right now?
Calder suggests a direct, localized policy solution tailored to Point Roberts, including flexible border management and targeted economic support, rather than broad fixes that don't address the community's unique cross-border dynamics.
Latest on the US attacks on Iran
Q: What will happen next in Iran after these strikes, given the regime's grip and the recent protests?
There is hope for change, but specifics are unclear; the regime has shown resilience, and any new leadership would need broad support from the people to avoid being rejected again, with ongoing pressure from protests and international dynamics.

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Focusing on pressing local issues, the content features in-depth discussions around politics, community challenges, and significant social matters facing British Columbia. Episodes frequently feature local leaders, small business owners, and experts who provide insights into topics such as government accountability, economic pressures, and infrastructure development. With an emphasis on direct and candid dialogue, the show holds a distinctive position in providing listeners with an informed perspective on current events, making it relevant for anyone interested in British Columbia's political landscape and local impacts of wider policy decisions. Notably, it offers a daily format that ensures timely updates in a fast-paced news environment.... more

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