Full Show: What makes a funny person, New rules for 'gig' workers & An overlooked suspect in the Kennedy assasination

Seg 1: What makes people funny?

One of the hardest parts of teaching improv comedy classes is that people come in saying, “I want to be funnier!”, and you have to tell them, “You've come to the wrong place.”

Guest: Adam Mastoinni, Experimental Psychologist and Author of the “Experimental History” Newsletter

Seg 2: View From Victoria:

More action in Surrey as the police act amendments that were introduced last month, gave the province power to intervene directly in Surrey policing. We get a local look at the top political stories with the help of Vancouver Sun columnist Vaughn Palmer.

Seg 3: The Weekly Cecchini Check-in

President Biden announced an agreement with Chinese leader Xi Jinping to tackle the production of fentanyl's chemical precursors in China.

Guest: Reggie Cecchini, Washington Correspondent for Global News

Seg 4: Are BC’s new “gig worker” labour proposals necessary?

The British Columbia government has introduced new regulations aimed at improving employment standards for gig workers involved in ride-hailing and food delivery apps.

Guest: Joy Nahirnick, Uber Driver in Victoria

Seg 5: Why was Jerrie Cobb overlooked as a suspect for the JFK assassination?

Mary Haverstick was looking to create a biopic that focused on female empowerment by highlighting “The Mercury 13,” a group of female aviators who underwent testing to become the first women astronauts.

Guest: Mary Haverstick, Independent Filmmaker and Author of “The Woman I Know”

Seg 6: Why did BC suspend Surrey’s Police Board?

The ongoing conflict between the Province of British Columbia and the City of Surrey regarding the transition from the Surrey RCMP to the Surrey Police Service has intensified.

Guest: Mike Farnworth, Minister of Public Safety and Solicitor General

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