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The Mike Smyth Show

The Mike Smyth Show

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 decades as a no-nonsense newspaper columnist gives him a distinct edge that guarantees the show is

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15:36

Baldrey's Beat: Change or eliminate DRIPA?

The Mike Smyth Show ·

2026/01/22

Premier David Eby is saying he wants to make changes to DRIPA, but the opposition is saying it needs to be eliminated all-together. The head of the BC Extortion Task Force is now apologizing for his comments regarding his downplaying of the ongoing shootings in Surrey. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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45:37

The logistical nightmare of discovering indigenous...

The Mike Smyth Show ·

2026/01/21

You would think that discovering indigenous artifacts on your land would be exciting, but it's actually turning out to be a financial and logistical nightmare because of the BC Heritage Act.We bring you the latest data on how much electricity BC is importing in order to power the province. And finally, we'll talk about renovation horror stories with our weekly My House segment featuring Graeme Huguet! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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16:28

Baldrey's Beat: Trump speaks at The World Economic Forum

The Mike Smyth Show ·

2026/01/21

The province announced earlier this week that it is further postponing changes to the Heritage Conservation Act that could increase Indigenous oversight over development and expand what should be protected. Trump spoke at the World Economic Forum in Davos, Switzerland. He appeared to walk back his threats about taking Greenland by force, but can that be trusted? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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12:36

Unpacking Trump's speech at the World Economic Forum

The Mike Smyth Show ·

2026/01/21

Trump gave his much-anticipated speech at the World Economic Forum in Davos, Switzerland. Guest: Spencer Fernando - Canadian writer and Political Analyst. His work has appeared at the hub dot ca and The Briefing newsletter Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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12:34

What impact will Chinese EVs have on the Canadian...

The Mike Smyth Show ·

2026/01/21

What impact will Chinese EVs have on the Canadian auto sector? Guest: Lana Payne - Unifor National President Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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34:35

What impact will Chinese EVs have on the Canadian...

The Mike Smyth Show ·

2026/01/20

What impact will Chinese EVs have on the Canadian auto sector? We're hearing mixed opinions from both sides, so we'll be digging into that.Canadian gun owners are fighting back! They're saying the federal gun buy-back program is punishing legal owners instead of going after the real criminals. Why has there been such a massive uptick in assaults and violence on public transit? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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16:47

Baldrey's Beat: Highlights from the World Economic Forum

The Mike Smyth Show ·

2026/01/20

Mike and Keith discuss some of the key highlights from the World Economic Forum in Davos, Switzerland. Is Trump really going to take Greenland? His threats continue to escalate and no one knows what's going to happen. BC Conservative leadership candidate Caroline says she agrees that Dr. Bonnie Henry needs to be fired. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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41:56

College basketball cheating scandal rattles the NCAA

The Mike Smyth Show ·

2026/01/19

Will Trump move on Greenland? Should Canada send troops in support of Denmark? A college basketball cheating scandal is sending shockwaves through the NCAA. Finally, we chat with two of the people officially in the running for BC Conservative leadership. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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16:12

Baldrey's Beat: The latest on the BC Conservative...

The Mike Smyth Show ·

2026/01/19

Mike and Keith start by discussing which people are officially in the running for the BC Conservative leadership. Plus, should Canada send troops to Greenland in support of Denmark? Guest: Keith Baldrey - Global News Legislative Bureau Chief Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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10:48

Will Trump move on Greenland?

The Mike Smyth Show ·

2026/01/19

Will Trump move on Greenland? The situation continues to escalate. Guest: Keith Martin - Former MP now based in Washington DC, Executive Director of the Consortium of Universities for Global Health Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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35:17

Would YOU buy a Chinese EV?

The Mike Smyth Show ·

2026/01/16

Prime Minister Carney's latest trade deal with China would see the dropping of tariffs on Chinese-made electric vehicles, and it's being met with mixed reactions. We'll dig into that!Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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17:08

Bill's Beat: Who's the latest to join the BC...

The Mike Smyth Show ·

2026/01/16

Former MLA Iain Black and political commentator Caroline Elliot are the latest people to join the BC Conservative leadership race. What do we know about them? Guest: Bill Tieleman - Political Strategist and former vancouver city council candidate Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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39:13

Another extortion-related shooting in Surrey -...

The Mike Smyth Show ·

2026/01/15

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15:45

Baldrey's Beat: Possible teacher strike &...

The Mike Smyth Show ·

2026/01/15

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11:35

Should Canada increase relations with the Chinese...

The Mike Smyth Show ·

2026/01/15

GUEST: Michael Kovrig, Senior Adviser, Asia for International Crisis GroupLearn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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43:56

Which BC municipality is taking the most out of your...

The Mike Smyth Show ·

2026/01/14

We start by talking about property taxes in BC! Which municipality is digging the deepest into your wallet? Do BC's billionaires need to pay more taxes? BC green party leader Emily Lowan says yes! Finally, we talk about the fast-approaching FIFA world Cup. A lot of people are saying ticket prices are too high, and they're also unsure about travelling to the US amid the Trump turmoil. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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16:03

Baldrey's Beat: Who are the front-runners of the BC...

The Mike Smyth Show ·

2026/01/14

Chris Gardner is officially NOT running for BC Conservative leadership due to a health condition. Who are the current front-runners? A restaurant owner is facing backlash for posting a photo of herself with Conservative leader Pierre Poilievre in her restaurant. Guest: Keith Baldrey - Global News Legislative Bureau Chief Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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13:43

Does B.C. need a wealth tax?

The Mike Smyth Show ·

2026/01/14

Does B.C. need a wealth tax? Guest: Emily Lowan, BC Green Party leader Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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11:03

The latest on protests in Iran

The Mike Smyth Show ·

2026/01/14

The latest on protests in Iran Guest: Negar Mojtahedi, Reporter for Iran International, host of the Eye For Iran Podcast series Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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33:26

Broadway subway construction is DESTROYING local...

The Mike Smyth Show ·

2026/01/13

Ongoing construction for the Broadway line is wreaking havoc on businesses along the corridor. Should the government step in to help? We talk about how entire towns across the border are feeling the squeeze from Canadians not coming over to do some shopping. Finally, we take a look at the frightening protests going on in Iran. Several thousand deaths have been reported so far. We'll bring you the latest on that. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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