Full Show: LNG industries impact on healthcare, Helping BC farmers & Conspiracies and the queen
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Show Notes
Seg 1: How conspiracies shaped the lives of Medieval queens
The 15th century in England was a time marked by significant social and political upheaval, including popular unrest and civil wars, which created fertile ground for the spread of rumours and conspiracy theories.
Guest: Dr. Gordon McKelvie, Senior Lecturer in Medieval History at Winchester University
Seg 2: View From Victoria: BC United promises big things
BC United is swinging big with a personal income tax elimination for 60% of the population, but it also might seem desperate.
Guest: Rob Shaw, Political Correspondent for CHEK News
Seg 3: Should Canada Soccer coaches testify before Parliament?
NDP MP Niki Ashton has proposed a motion for the federal heritage committee to investigate allegations that Canada Soccer’s national teams have been involved in spying on opposing teams’ closed practices, a practice that may have been ongoing since at least 2016.
Guest: Niki Ashton, MP for Churchill—Keewatinook Aski in Manitoba
Seg 4: How a BC charity is helping pet owners who go to rehab
The rising number of opioid-related overdoses in British Columbia has led to an overwhelming demand for pet foster care from people seeking treatment, but resources are limited.
Guest: Kathy Powelson, Executive Director of Paws for Hope Animal Foundation
Seg 5: Is BC’s LNG project impacting our healthcare?
Over 300 health professionals have issued an open letter raising concerns about the impact of British Columbia’s LNG industry on the province’s healthcare crisis.
Guest: Dr. Melissa Lem, President of the Canadian Association of Physicians for the Environment
Seg 6: Is new funding enough to save the livelihood of farmers?
BC has announced support measures for farmers affected by the closure of the BC Tree Fruits Cooperative, which is seeking creditor protection due to a liquidity crisis exacerbated by weather damage to crops.
Guest: Deep Brar, Vice-President of BC Fruit Growers Association
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