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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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42:52

Trump's looming tariffs, & Hefty municipal salaries!

The Mike Smyth Show ·

2025/01/17

As we count down the days to the US inauguration, Canadians are asking themselves how will Trump's tariff threats impact them! We'll also learn more about how Americans are feeling about the proposed tariffs.And finally, Why is a Metro Vancouver Mayor making more than the PRIME MINISTER?! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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11:38

Moving B.C. wolves to Colorado

The Mike Smyth Show ·

2025/01/17

Moving B.C. wolves to Colorado GUEST: Mark Hall, Hunter Conservationist podcast Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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47:01

Suing private parking lots, Standing up to Trump, &...

The Mike Smyth Show ·

2025/01/16

FEES! FEES! AND MORE FEES! Private parking lots are tacking on so many additional fees to their already excessive parking fines that there is now a proposed class action lawsuit under way! What's the best strategy to stand up to Trump and his ongoing tariff threats? Is it time to implement a three strikes law for violent repeat offenders? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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19:04

Baldrey's beat: Local Mayor's massive salary sparks...

The Mike Smyth Show ·

2025/01/15

Should municipal Mayors be making $400k a year?! Who will take Trudeau's place as Liberal leader? The search continues! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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36:57

Responding to Trump's threats, Scrapping capital...

The Mike Smyth Show ·

2025/01/15

How should Canada respond to Trumps tariff threats? Some are even suggesting we cut off our mineral exports to the US With Parliament prorogued, is it time to axe the capital gains tax Finally, a conversation with BC conservative leader John Rustad on EV rebates! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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12:10

Why does Trump want Canada, Greenland and the Panama...

The Mike Smyth Show ·

2025/01/15

Why does Trump want Canada, Greenland and the Panama Canal? GUEST: Leo Lindermans, News analyst and commentator on TikTok. LeoTalks on TikTok Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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16:39

Great Debate: Is hunting cruel?

The Mike Smyth Show ·

2025/01/15

Great Debate: Is hunting cruel? Guest: Ben Hudson, Operates an animal rescue sanctuary, critic of hunting. “Ben the Vegan Farmer” on TikTok Guest: Mark Hall, Host of the Hunter Conservationist podcast Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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11:22

Are the blinding LED headlights we see around BC legal?

The Mike Smyth Show ·

2025/01/15

Are the blinding LED headlights we see around BC legal? GUEST: Grant Gottgetreau, Former traffic police officer now a forensic consultant on Traffic Violations Forensictrafficpro.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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43:16

Politicians divided over Trump, Clarifying distracted...

The Mike Smyth Show ·

2025/01/14

Canada's politicians are completely divided on how to navigate Trump’s tariff threats. They're disagreeing, while we're suffering.Plus, should gig workers be allowed to use their phones while driving? Legal clarification is desperately needed! Finally, we’ll talk about a shocking reality—Canadians are now less than $200 away from not being to pay their bills! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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18:31

Baldrey's Beat: Liberal leadership race coverage!

The Mike Smyth Show ·

2025/01/14

Christy Clark is officially OUT of the Liberal leadership race. Who Guest: Keith Baldrey - Global News Legislative Bureau Chief Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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38:34

Unstaffed ambulances, Responding to Trump's threats,...

The Mike Smyth Show ·

2025/01/13

Unstaffed ambulances are the latest symptom of our ongoing healthcare crisis. How do we get the paramedics we so desperately need? Trump is doubling down on his tariff threats and the Canadian government is struggling to find the right response. Finally, a major fossil discovery high up in the BC mountains has Paleontologists everywhere geeking out! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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43:35

Rustad cries foul on election irregularities, LA...

The Mike Smyth Show ·

2025/01/10

Discussing alleged election irregularities with Conservative MLA Peter Milbar.Continuing coverage on the LA wildfires! What’s the holdup on the viaducts replacement? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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18:39

Bill's Beat: Trudeau's resignation, & Rustad calls...

The Mike Smyth Show ·

2025/01/10

Mike and Bill continue to dissect the aftermath of Trudeau's resignation. BC Conservative leader John Rustad is calling for an independent review of the recent provincial election, citing "irregularities". Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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41:31

Donald Trump vs. Canada, Involuntary care in BC, &...

The Mike Smyth Show ·

2025/01/09

Jokes aside, people need to start taking Trump's threats towards Canada seriously.David Eby claims BC is "full speed ahead" on involuntary care, but many are saying that much more needs to be done. The CEO of the Richmond Olympic Oval reportedly mde over $400k in 2023! Why is a gym manager getting that kind of salary?! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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18:13

Baldrey's Beat: Premiers standing up to Trump, &...

The Mike Smyth Show ·

2025/01/09

Canada's premiers appear to be banding together in an effort to stand up to Trump! Who's going to be the next Liberal leader? Does Christy Clark have a chance should she throw her hat into the ring? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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43:13

The Federal Liberal leadership race, & Tackling...

The Mike Smyth Show ·

2025/01/09

What's next for Trudeau after he announced his resignation? Better yet, who's the best contender to take over as Liberal Leader? Plus, mounting credit card debt is leaving Canadians worried about affordability in 2025. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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18:13

Baldrey's Beat: Trump continues to make harrowing...

The Mike Smyth Show ·

2025/01/08

On this all-Trump edition of Baldrey's Beat, we talk about the number of threats the president-elect continues to make towards Canada.Guest: Keith Baldrey - Global News Legislative Bureau Chief Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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43:05

Trudeau's resignation, Violent crime in Vancouver, &...

The Mike Smyth Show ·

2025/01/07

As the fallout continues from Prime Minister Trudeau's resignation, We discuss the good, the bad, and the ugly from his time as Liberal leader.Violent crime is quickly becoming commonplace in Vancouver. What's the solution to getting it under control? And finally, we break down Trump's latest comments on his plans for Canada once he's inaugurated. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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17:56

Bill's Beat: Continued fallout from Trudeau's...

The Mike Smyth Show ·

2025/01/07

Bill's Beat: Continued fallout from Trudeau's resignation Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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33:10

Prime Minister Justin Trudeau announces his...

The Mike Smyth Show ·

2025/01/06

It's official! Prime Minister Justin Trudeau announces he will resign as Federal leader. What's the next step for the Liberals? Featured guests include: Ken Hardie - Liberal MP Jennifer Laewetz - Member of the George Gordon First Nation in Saskatchewan Melissa Lantsman - Deputy Leader of The federal Conservative Party, MP for Thornhill Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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