The Mike Smyth Show

The Mike Smyth Show covers the BC Conservative Party crisis, featuring independent MLA Peter Milobar on the resignations of nine MLAs and plans for a new right-wing party.

Keith Baldry discusses the BC Conservative Party crisis, noting multiple MLA resignations and Carrie Lynn Finley’s dwindling support.

The Mike Smyth Show examines the escalating US-Canada trade war, focusing on Trump’s executive order renaming Lake Ontario to Lake America and Canada’s planned 50% counter-tariffs.

The Mike Smyth Show examines the North Shore wastewater plant’s cost ballooning to $5.

The episode covers the collapse of BC Conservatives under Carrie Lynn Finley, with Donegal Wilson becoming the eighth MLA to resign.

The Mike Smyth Show discusses the lethal removal of a grizzly bear family near Nelson, BC, after they became habituated to human food sources.

The Council of Canadian Innovators advocates for a formal "Buy Canadian" policy in British Columbia to strengthen the domestic economy amidst tariff threats.

The Mike Smyth Show highlights the 18th annual A&W Canada "Burgers to Beat MS" fundraiser, featuring CEO Susan Senecal and MS Canada President Dr.

The Mike Smyth Show examines the escalating Canada-US trade war, with expert Eric Miller arguing that substantive issues, not politics, caused the breakdown.

Keith Baldry joins the show to analyze Mark Carney’s Liberals sweeping three federal by-elections, signaling a major blow to Pierre Poilievre’s Conservatives.

The Mike Smyth Show addresses BC’s need for a formal "Buy Canadian" procurement policy, featuring Kirsten Ennemark on strengthening domestic supply chains.

Rob Fay and Bill Teitelman discuss the BC Conservative Party’s internal crisis, with seven MLAs leaving Carolyn Finley’s caucus to run as independents.

Legacy Masters Swim Club director Andrew Grant discusses concerns over the upcoming Britannia Pool renovations, which threaten to displace swimmers…

Rosalind Bur explains her departure from the BC Conservative caucus, citing poor leadership and a conflict with Carrie Lynn Finley over resigning her seat.

Bill Tieielman joins the show to analyze the BC Conservative Party’s crisis, marked by six MLA resignations and significant financial losses.

The episode analyzes the BC Conservative leadership crisis under Carrie-Lynn Finley, highlighting caucus revolts and controversy over her hiring of Apollo Chong, a former Alberta separatist.

Rob Fay hosts this episode of The Mike Smyth Show, featuring Yuri Fulmer discussing BC Conservative internal strife and leader Carri-Ann Finley’s early tenure amid NDP criticism.

Rob Fay fills in for Mike Smyth, discussing Canada’s retaliatory tariffs against U.

Rob Fay hosts Bill Teelman to discuss the BC Conservative Party’s crisis as four MLAs, including Rosalind Byrd and Teresa Watt, quit over alleged…

Peter Millimar discusses forming a new BC political party after leaving the Conservatives, citing misalignment with leadership and a desire to attract voters dissatisfied with the NDP.

Rob Fahey hosts Bill Thielman to discuss allegations that BC Conservative leader Carolyn Finley’s staff offered Ian Payton a job to trigger a by-election.

Rob Fay interviews Andrew Clement about how US-Canada trade negotiations threaten Canada’s digital sovereignty.

Vincent Geloso argues against Canadian counter-tariffs, warning they harm consumers and sovereignty, while suggesting supply management and airline deregulation as better alternatives.

Rob Fay hosts Bill Teelman to analyze BC politics, where Ian Payton joins Peter Milobar in leaving the Conservatives to form a new party, potentially splitting the right vote.

Rob Fay hosts the Mike Smyth Show, discussing ongoing Canada-U.

Bill Thielman discusses the tentative US-Canada trade deal, noting that while American alcohol access is a key concession, unresolved lumber tariffs remain a challenge for BC.

The Mike Smyth Show explores the potential revival of the Keystone XL pipeline as the Prairie Connector, featuring energy expert Markham Hislop on its commercial viability and political risks.

Rob Fay hosts David Clement of the Consumer Choice Center to discuss proposed sugary drink taxes in British Columbia.

Rob Fayton hosts The Mike Smyth Show, discussing Nanaimo’s repeat offender program with public safety advocate Kevin Shaw, who questions its effectiveness amid ongoing crime.

Rob Fain and Bill Thielman discuss the US-Canada trade standoff, analyzing a three-day tariff extension and the potential resurrection of the Keystone XL pipeline.

Rob Fay hosts this episode, discussing wildfire relief for BC businesses with MLA Gavin Dew and analyzing looming US tariffs with trade expert Eric Miller.

Bill Thielman joins the show to discuss the looming 50% U.

Amelia Boltby discusses the recovery efforts in Summerlin-Peachland following devastating wildfires, highlighting community resilience and the need for government support.

Rob Fay hosts Bill Tillman to discuss escalating U.

Rob Faye fills in for Mike Smyth, discussing the financial strain on Broadway subway-affected businesses with MLA Harman Bangu, who advocates for targeted government aid.

Host Rob and guest Bill Thiel analyze Premier Eby’s response to the Bald Range Fire, debating whether calling rapid wildfires the "new normal" excuses poor emergency planning.

The Mike Smyth Show explores BC’s wildfire crisis, advocating for a provincial innovation fund to scale local tech like AI detection.

The Mike Smyth Show discusses British Columbia’s struggle with modern wildfires using outdated methods.

The Mike Smyth Show covers the devastating Bald Range wildfire in Summerland, featuring Globe and Mail reporter Jesse Winter on climate-driven fire behavior and prevention strategies.

Mike Smyth and Bill Tillman discuss BC politics, analyzing conflicting polls that show the NDP leading the Conservatives.

The Mike Smyth Show examines the BC government's plan to buy empty condos for affordable housing, featuring Conservative MP Aaron Gunn who questions potential developer lobbying.

Mike Smyth and Bill Tillman discuss the devastating Bald Range wildfire, noting the RCMP’s criminal investigation and the spread of online misinformation.

This episode covers the devastating Summerland wildfires, featuring an interview with evacuee Kerry Gold about the chaos and bureaucratic hurdles of emergency support.

Mike Smyth interviews political strategist Bill Tillman about the devastating Summerland wildfires, criticizing bureaucratic evacuation registration processes.

Mike Smyth discusses Quebec’s ban on energy drink sales to minors under 16, sparked by a teen’s death involving ADHD medication.

The Mike Smyth Show discusses BC’s decision to scrap the second road test for new drivers, featuring driving instructor Wayne Petrie who supports the change.

The Mike Smyth Show discusses BC eliminating the second road test for new drivers, featuring traffic lawyer Paul Doroshenko on safety implications.

Mike Smyth and Keith Baldry discuss Donald Trump’s recent attacks on Canada and Mark Carney’s diplomatic response to threatened tariffs.

The Mike Smith Show addresses BC’s wildfire crisis, featuring Forest Minister Ravi Parmar, who explains why a state of emergency is not yet declared…

Keith Baldry discusses the dire wildfire situation in British Columbia, emphasizing the need for emergency kits and addressing political calls for a state of emergency.