The Jas Johal Show
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Is WestJet saying goodbye to reclining seats in economy class?
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How can B.C. act faster on implementing pre-fabricated homes in the province?
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Poll sees buying Canadian as a top priority for consumers
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How the Canada Post strike affects your mail, from passports to cheques
Sept. 26, 2025: Guest host Robin Gill in for Jas Johal The latest on Canada Post’s sudden workers strike (0:00) Guest: Jennifer Savage, CUPW’s National Director for the Pacific Region (Canadian Union of Postal Workers) Are small businesses left in limbo amidst the current postal strike? (9:14) Guest: Dan Kelly, President of the Canadian Federation of Independent Business (CFIB) Will the U.S. reconsider pre-clearance checks in Canadian airports? (22:52) Guest: Colin Robertson, former Canadian diplomat, Vice President and Fellow at the Canadian Global Affairs Institute and hosts its regular Global Exchange podcast Trump slams more tariffs on pharmaceutical drugs, kitchen cabinets, and heavy trucks (32:27) Guest: Julian Karaguesian, Lecturer at McGill University’s Department of Economics Why can’t Canada Post and its workers find a middle ground? (41:06) Guest: Rafael Gomez, Professor and Director of the Centre for Industrial Relations and Human Resources at the University of Toronto Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Trump slams more tariffs on pharmaceutical drugs, kitchen cabinets, and heavy trucks
bonusGuest host Robin Gill talks to Julian Karaguesian, Lecturer at McGill University’s Department of Economics Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Pre-fabricated homes: a potential solution shunned by the province?
bonusGuest host Robin Gill talks to Tore Jacobsen, Chair of the Fraser Valley Real Estate Board and managing broker with Macdonald Realty Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Is Canada turning a blind eye on overstayed visas?
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Canada Post union launches strike after Ottawa announces delivery changes
Sept. 25, 2025: Guest host Robin Gill in for Jas Johal Canada Post workers back on strike (0:00) Guest: Jennifer Savage, CUPW’s National Director for the Pacific Region (Canadian Union of Postal Workers) Canada Post to make sweeping changes, ending door-to-door delivery (7:13) Guest: Marvin Ryder, Associate professor at McMaster University’s DeGroote School of Business John Rustad plans to change Metro Vancouver…can he deliver? (15:14) Guest: Daniel Fontaine, New Westminster City councillor New Patullo Bridge completed by Christmas 2025; what took so long? (22:21) Guest: Chris Gardner, President and CEO of the Independent Contractors and Businesses Association From more closures to layoffs: Is Starbucks losing its appeal? (31:22) Guest: David Ian Gray, Instructor of Retail Studies at the Capilano Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Can Emily Lowan take the B.C. Greens in the right direction?
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Introducing Emily Lowan: the brand new leader of the B.C. Greens
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Canada Post workers back on strike
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Canada’s EV strategy: A poor example of industrial policy?
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Another City Councillor considers seat as Vancouver's next mayor
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Did Jimmy Kimmel have a triumphant return?
Sept. 24, 2025: Guest host Robin Gill in for Jas Johal Jimmy Kimmel returns to TV - was it a triumphant comeback? (0:00) Guest: Dana Gee, Arts reporter for Vancouver sun and The Province Can the ostrich cull be justified? (11:25) Guest: Jason Tetro, Host of the Super Awesome Science Show, Microbiologist with expertise in emerging pathogens Should the B.C. government leave the Heritage Conservation Act untouched? (19:47) Guest: Trish Mandewo, President of the Union of B.C Municipalities Town of Gibsons Calls for Provincial Action on Sunshine Coast Ferry Service (29:24) Guest: Silas White, Mayor of Gibsons Why are Canadians eating out less? (37:22) Guest: Mark Von Schellwitz, Vice President of Western Canada for Restaurants Canada Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Municipal leaders in B.C call for removal of Israeli liquor in stores
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American billionaire speaks out on saving the Universal Ostrich Farm from a cull
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John Rustad survives leadership review, Elenore Sturko kicked out
Sept. 23, 2025: Guest host Robin Gill in for Jas Johal Elenore Sturko removed from B.C Conservative caucus - what’s next for her? (0:00) Guest: Richard Zussman, Global B.C.'s Reporter at the legislature Olympic Oval officials’ $80k fancy trip paid for by Richmond taxpayers (11:11) Guest: Kash Heed, Richmond City councillor Former B.C. United MLA speaks on Elenore Sturko’s ousting from the Conservatives (18:21) Guest: Karin Kirkpatrick, Leader of the Centre B.C Party, former colleague of Elenore Sturko’s as a B.C United MLA TikTok failed to keep minors out, says Canada’s privacy watchdogs (29:40) Guest: Michael Harvey, B.C.’s Information and Privacy Commissioner Can more be done to protect kids from TikTok’s data collecting? (37:02) Guest: Carmi Levy, Technology Analyst & Journalist Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Former B.C. United MLA speaks on Elenore Sturko’s ousting from the Conservatives
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Is prenatal Tylenol usage linked to childhood autism? Why that isn’t exactly the case
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The problem with B.C’s approval of Ksi Lisims LNG Project
bonusGuest host Robin Gill talks to Grand Chief Stewart Phillip, UBCIC (Union of British Columbia Indian Chiefs) President Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Rebecca Bligh to run for Vancouver mayor
Sept. 22, 2025: Guest host Robin Gill in for Jas Johal Former ABC councillor enters Vancouver mayoral race (0:00) Guest: Kareem Allam, mayoral candidate John Rustad’s Conservative leadership lives to see another day (6:51) Guest: Richard Zussman, Global B.C. Legislative Reporter Jimmy Kimmel returns to TV after controversial suspension (17:56) Guest: Rick Forchuk, TV Week Magazine columnist and CKNW contributor “A total mess”: Sechelt Mayor flags aging ferries and lack of service (26:27) Guest: John Henderson, Mayor of Sechelt CFL makes big changes for the 2027 season (33:36) Guest: Duane Vienneau, President of the B.C. Lions Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
B.C’s budget a “smouldering dumpster fire”, says former Conservative candidate
bonusGuest host Robin Gill talks to Cathie Ounsted, Conservative Candidate for federal election in 2025 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
“A total mess”: Sechelt Mayor flags aging ferries and lack of service
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B.C. brings in more U.S. health care workers - enough to sustain our healthcare system?
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John Rustad’s Conservative leadership lives to see another day
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Investing in major projects, The death of late-night TV, & Installing water meters!
Premier Eby urges Ottawa to “look west” for major projects to invest in. The Week That Was in Politics with Keith Baldrey! The Wrap - Are we seeing the death of late night TV? Should every Metro Vancouver home have water meters installed? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
The Wrap - Are we seeing the death of late night TV?
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The Week That Was in Politics
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The Michael Cuccione Foundation: Dedicating 30 years to childhood cancer research
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Has Metro Vancouver’s spending spiralled out of control over the last decade?
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Is your matcha latte about to get even pricier?
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Former Vancouver mayor challenges how B.C elects city councils in court, Jimmy Kimmel gets benched for Trump/Charlie Kirk comments…is political satire at risk? Has Metro Vancouver’s spending spiraled out of control over the last decade?
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New home for Bright Nights - Are Rustad's days numbered? - Feds big housing plan
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Metro Vancouver’s Fireplace Registration: Will It Actually Work?
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Metro Vancouver’s population growth falls, but does it promise affordability?
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Richmond Mayor Malcolm Brodie speaks on his decision to not seek re-election
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Metro Van affordability - BC's massive deficit - Malcolm Brodie not seeking re-election
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B.C’s record deficit and the BC Conservative house divided.
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B.C. Finance Minister Addresses Province’s Record-Breaking $11.6-Billion Deficit
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B.C’s deficit super-sizes to a record $11.6 billion
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B.C.'s mega deficit - Surrey doubles down on extortion - Parliament back in session
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The Wrap - Transit Etiquette and the iPhone Air
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Candid memoir celebrates the legacy of John Horgan
bonusCandid memoir celebrates the legacy of John Horgan GUEST: Rod Mickleburgh, co-author of John Horgan: In His Own Words Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
The Week That Was in Politics - September 12
bonusThe Week That Was in Politics GUEST: Keith Baldrey, Global B.C Legislative Bureau Chief Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Illegal Airbnb listings, the week that was in politics, registering your fireplace and celebrating the life of John Horgan
Condo owners stumped by illegal Airbnb listings and surprise guests GUEST: Peter Meiszner, ABC Vancouver City Councillor The Week That Was in Politics - Polls show Eby’s approval down, Rustad way down GUEST: Keith Baldrey, Global B.C Legislative Bureau Chief Why Metro Vancouver should abandon fireplace registrationGUEST: Bill Tieleman, director of the B.C Coalition for Affordable Dependable Energy (CADE) Candid memoir celebrates the legacy of John Horgan GUEST: Rod Mickleburgh, co-author of John Horgan: In His Own Words Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Teck’s $70B Takeover Bid, Premier Calls for Stricter TFW Rules, Regional Politics in Play, & What changes to the Heritage Conversation Act will mean for homebuilding in B.C
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YVR projects an all-time record-breaking 2025 in passenger numbers
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Mobility in Stanley Park - Conservative activist Charlie Kirk shot and killed at Utah event - Prime Minister Carney announces major projects - FIFA World Cup ticket presale opens
Park Board explores mobility in Stanley Park; will the bike lane return?GUEST: Tom Digby, Vancouver Park Board Commissioner Conservative activist Charlie Kirk shot and killed at a Utah event GUEST: Reggie Cecchini, Global News Washington Correspondent Major Projects Announcement: LNG, Nuclear, Ports Set to Boost Jobs and Energy GUEST: Mackenzie Gray, Global News Ottawa Correspondent FIFA World Cup ticket presale opens GUEST: Richard Zussman, Global B.C Legislative Reporter Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
It’s the system, not TFWs
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Eby’s approval numbers tank - Science World upgrade - Wastewater debacle - Gas price jump
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