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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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31:58

Rustad RESIGNS as leader of the BC Conservative Party

The Mike Smyth Show ·

2025/12/04

A truly wild day in Provincial politics!John Rustad announced he is stepping down as leader of the BC Conservative party. Our coverage includes the moment the news broke during our live show, a one-on-one conversation with Rustad following his resignation, plus an interview with the new interim leader Trevor Halford. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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One-on-one with John Rustad following his resignation

The Mike Smyth Show ·

2025/12/04

Less than an hour after his official resignation as BC Conservative leader, John Rustad joins us to discuss how he finally came to this decision and what he thinks the future of the party looks like. Guest: John Rustad - Former leader of the BC Conservative Party Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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12:16

BC Conservative leader John Rustad announces his...

The Mike Smyth Show ·

2025/12/04

The BC Conservative party is facing leadership turmoil. The Mike Smyth Show got the exclusive breaking announcement that John Rustad is stepping down. Guest: Harman Bhangu - BC Conservative MLA for Langley-Abbotsford Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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46:33

Wayne Gretzky's controversial friendship with Donald...

The Mike Smyth Show ·

2025/12/03

Is this the beginning of the end for an iconic Vancouver race track?As e-scooter injury cases rise, is it time we begin requiring insurance for riders? Former NDP MP Charlie Angus comes on to unpack Wayne Gretzky's controversial friendship with Donald Trump! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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17:27

Baldrey's Beat: Cancelling Truth & Reconciliation Day?

The Mike Smyth Show ·

2025/12/03

The leader of the OneBC party is garnering major attention for introducing a bill to cancel Truth & Reconciliation Day. Some recent changes to BC's gambling rules could mean the end for the Hastings Park racetrack. Guest: Keith Baldrey - Global News Legislative Bureau Chief Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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11:28

Highlighting the pressures being faced by first...

The Mike Smyth Show ·

2025/12/03

First responders continue to be put through the ringer. And as street drugs get more potent, their job hazards are only going to get worse. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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16:11

Bill's Beat: Could the BC/Alberta pipeline already be...

The Mike Smyth Show ·

2025/12/02

Could the BC/Alberta pipeline dream be over before it's even begun?New polling shows Carney well ahead of Poilievre personally, but the Liberals and Conservatives are almost tied. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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33:31

Should Canada ban social media for kids under 16?

The Mike Smyth Show ·

2025/12/02

Australia is banning social media for children under sixteen. Should Canada follow suit? The holidays are fast approaching, and experts are warning parents about giving e-scooters as gifts to their kids. They are not toys! What can be done to tackle Vancouver's rat problem?! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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15:45

Can you have a pipeline AND a tanker ban?

The Mike Smyth Show ·

2025/12/02

It's a question being asked by British Columbians across the province: Can you have a pipeline AND a tanker ban? That's what Premier David Eby Guest: John Rustad - BC Conservative Leader Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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16:34

What’s the problem with Bitcoin ATMs?

The Mike Smyth Show ·

2025/12/01

Mayoral candidate Kareem Allam comes on to discuss the problems associated with Bitcoin ATMs and what he wants to do about it if he were to be elected. Guest: Kareem Allam - Leader of Vancouver Liberals, Ken Sim’s former chief of staff, now challenging Sim for mayor Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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44:13

Pipeline, or pipe dream?!

The Mike Smyth Show ·

2025/12/01

Premier David Eby says he's open to the idea of a pipeline, but the conditions he's listed are raising eyebrows. Are the deals we're seeing being advertised for Black Friday and Cyber Monday actually worth it? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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17:43

Baldrey's Beat: Pipeline or pipe-dream?

The Mike Smyth Show ·

2025/12/01

Pipeline talk! BC Premier David Eby says he'd be open to discussions about a pipeline, but it comes with some very specific conditions. In other news, Premier Eby is slamming Saskatchewan premier Scott Moe over decision by Nutrien Ltd to build a potash export terminal in Washington state instead of BC Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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30:40

Premier Eby's pipeline battle, the ongoing debate for...

The Mike Smyth Show ·

2025/11/28

B.C.'s Premier was left out of crucial pipeline talks while Alberta's Danielle Smith and Prime Minister Mark Carney walked away all smiles after a pipeline agreement. What should we make of the pipeline battle? Starting December 1st, health coverage for veterans is changing. What does this mean? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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33:08

PM Carney and Premier Smith announce major pipeline...

The Mike Smyth Show ·

2025/11/27

Today the federal and Alberta governments are signing a memorandum of understanding to develop a pipeline between Alberta and BC to deliver oil to Asian Markets.The heart and stroke foundation released new research showing child-friendly cartoons are used to promote foods high in sugar, salt and saturated fat. Think tank SecondStreet.org has done some digging and has found that at least 23,746 Canadians died on surgical or diagnostic waiting lists over the past fiscal year. Learn more about your

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18:04

Bill's Beat: Major pipeline announcement from PM Carney

The Mike Smyth Show ·

2025/11/27

Prime Minister Mark Carney and the federal government are announcing a landmark memorandum of understanding with Alberta Premier Danielle Smith. Guest: Bill Tieleman - Strategy and communications consultant and veteran campaigner in BC Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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16:20

One-on-one with investigative sports journalist Rick...

The Mike Smyth Show ·

2025/11/27

Investigative sports journalist Rick Westhead joins us for a riveting discussion about his new book about hockey culture. Guest: Rick Westhead - Investigative Sports Journalist Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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17:41

Baldrey's Beat: Celebration of Light CANCELLED

The Mike Smyth Show ·

2025/11/26

The iconic Celebration of Light fireworks festival has been cancelled indefinitely due to lack of funding. Pipeline politics continues to heat up in Canada. Alberta Premier Danielle Smith says she's all for them, but BC Premier Eby isn't budging. Guest: Keith Baldrey - Global News Legislative Bureau Chief Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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41:56

Is Ken Sim's tax freeze pandering for the next election?

The Mike Smyth Show ·

2025/11/26

Vancouver Mayor Ken Sim delivered on his promise of a property tax freeze. Is this just pandering for the next election? A recent spike in bear attacks is raising a big question: Should we bring back the grizzly hunt? Pipeline politics are heating up in Canada! Alberta Premiere Danielle Smith says she's all for them, but BC Premier Eby isn't budging. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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14:44

The current state of Canada/US relations

The Mike Smyth Show ·

2025/11/26

There is still so much in the air regarding Canada/US relations. What can be done to get trade talks back on track? Guest: Dr. Keith Martin - Former MP now based in Washington DC Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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16:02

Does BC need to light the "Vacancy" sign on short...

The Mike Smyth Show ·

2025/11/24

Does BC need to light the "Vacancy" sign on short term rentals? Guest: Gavin Dew, Conservative MLA for Kelowna-Mission Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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