The Jill Bennett Show
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Full show: Violent shooters, Monkeypox, & Finding medical help
On today's show: Diving into the psyche of violent shooters Monkeypox is declared a Global Health Emergency The struggle to get medical help is real Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Full show: Hockey sexual assault accusation, Crowded waiting rooms, & Lifeguard shortages
On today's show: 2003 World Junior Hockey players accused of group sexual assault. BC man on trial for murder escapes POCO facility. Patient dies after being stuck in hospital waiting room for two days. How do we address lifeguard shortages? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Full show: Homebuyer consumer protection, Fighting 'Big Oil', & Avoiding heatstroke!
On today's show: BC enhances consumer protection for homebuyers Vancouver council agrees to spend up to $660,000 to fight 'Big Oil' The best ways to avoid heat stroke amid climbing temperatures Realtor reacts to BC's enhancement of consumer protection for homebuyers Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Full show: Vacancy tax expansion, VPB racism accusations, & New Surrey Mayor candidate!
On today's show: BC is expanding its speculation and vacancy tax VPB employee accuses board of workplace harassment and racism Vancouver Police seeking witnesses after mom and toddler struck by running man Former Surrey MLA Gordie Hogg now running for Mayor! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Full show: David Eby, Yaletown homicide update, & Trudeau in random places
On today's show: Attorney General David Eby to run in race to become next BC premier How Hockey Canada used registration fees to cover sexual-assault claims Vancouver Police investigation leads to charges in Yaletown homicide Why is Trudeau appearing in random places for no apparent reason? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Full show: Surrey mayoral race, Stanley Park bike lanes, & Environmental donations!
On today's show: Liberal MP Sukh Dhaliwal enters race to become Surrey’s next mayor Continuing the conversation on Stanley Park bike lanes Vancouver councillor wants city to donate $600,000 to environmental group Political science professor reacts to Sukh Dhaliwal's big announcement Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Full show: COVID testing, Lytton wildfire, & Gardening tips!
On today's show: Random COVID testing returns to Canadian airports. Will we see delays like before? Wildfire near Lytton, BC quickly growing in size BC Court of Appeal upholds dismissal of local surgeons challenge Canadian Doctors for Medicare react to Court of appeal ruling Gardening tips with Wim Vanderzalm! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Full show: Stanley Park mobility, Moderna vaccine, & Michelin stars!
On today's show: Interim report on Stanley Park mobility study set to be released Monday Health Canada authorizes Moderna vaccine in children aged 6 months to 5 years Hockey Canada reopening investigation into sexual assault allegations What Vancouver restaurant do you think deserves a Michelin star? Paying tribute to a VSO legend Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Full show: Vancouver building projects, Interest rate hike, & The rise in crime
On today's show: Travel news with Claire Newell! Looking at some major projects coming to Vancouver Looking at the housing market amidst an interest rate hike BC real estate agent reacts to latest interest rate hike Tackling the dramatic rise in crime in Vancouver Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Full show: Premier meetings, Beach logs, & New West
On todays show: Premiers enter final day of summer meetings in Victoria Vancouver wants its beloved beach logs back, but officials are wary New Westminster to begin phasing out Royal City in city’s branding Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Full show: Health care, Renaming streets, & Translink pet policy!
On today's show: Calling for more federal support for health care City renames street to Lekwungen word for "Truth" Investing in early learning and child care in BC Rogers outage causes small businesses to lose thousands Petition urges TransLink to update pet policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Full show: Rogers is down, $10 a day childcare, & COVID booster shots!
On today's show: Rogers communications knocked out nation-wide One-year anniversary of $10 a day childcare in BC Microbiologist reacts to BC's immunization plan Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Full show: No-fault insurance, Damaged Ladner pride flag, & Boris Johnson resigns!
On today's show: BC man launches legal challenge against ICBC’s no-fault insurance Pride Flag Damaged in Ladner Pandemic recommendations for long-term care homes Boris Johnson resigns. How long till he's out? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Full show: Burnt-out nurses, Traffic tickets, & Living with bipolar disorder!
On today's show: Jobs/Innovation Minister Ravi Kahlon endorses David Eby for BC premier Burnt-out Canadian nurses are leaving to find better opportunities Getting out of those pesky traffic tickets Not everybody is ok with Canada hosting the World Cup The realities of living with bipolar disorder Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Full show: Animal safety, Mass shootings, & Minimum wage policies!
On today's show: Improving animal safety on airplanes Why are we seeing more biker related shootings? Pressure is growing for the federal government to cancel the ArriveCan app Taking a closer look at minimum wage policies Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Full show: Hurt by inflation, 2030 BC Olympic bid, & Renting FOREVER!
On today's show: Inflation is hurting both businesses AND consumers! Learning more about the brothers in botched BC bank robbery Poll shows growing support for 2030 Olympic Games bid in BC New survey shows over 9 million Canadians believe they'll rent forever Popular Vancouver Diner announces it is closing down Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Full Show: A world without internet, Randy Bachman reunites with guitar after 45 years & Breweries thriving in B.C.
On today's show: E-Comm dispatchers may be forced to work overtime Canada Day weekend due to staff shortages A world without an internet connection Randy Bachman reunites with a cherished guitar 45 years after it was stolen from a Toronto hotel B.C. now home to the most breweries in Western Canada How are higher mortgage rates impacting home sales in Metro Vancouver? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Full Show: Air Canada reducing flights, ArriveCan here to stay? & Transport 2050
On the show today: Martin Firestone - President of Travel Secure Inc and Travel Insurance Expert Bryan Passifume - Parliamentary Bureau Reporter, National Post Denise O’Connor - Retired Elementary School Principal and Lytton resident Jonathan Cote - Mayor of New Westminster and Chair of the Mayor’s Council Leonard Krog - Mayor of Nanaimo Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Full Show: Saanich bank robbery, Settlement reached with Purdue Pharma & TransLink to promote a Car-Free Summer
On the show today: Fred Haynes - Mayor of Saanich Claire Newell - President & Founder Travel Best Bets Sheila Malcolmson - Minister of Mental Health and Addictions Lucy Maloney - Cycling Advocate Dr. Fabio Rossi - Senior Author of the study Tina Lovgreen - Translink Spokesperson Eileen Drever - Senior Officer Protection and Stakeholder Relations, BC SPCA Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Full Show with guest host Bruce Claggett: John Horgan stepping down, Interest rates in the real estate market & Netflix stumbling
On today's show: Interest rates send shivers through B.C. real estate market Why HBO Max and Disney+ are thriving as Netflix stumbles Ottawa losing about $23-billion a year in uncollected taxes: CRA John Horgan announces he will step down as B.C. premier Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Full Show with guest host Bruce Claggett: North Shore Rescue busy weekend, Special weather advisory & New B.C. sales tax rules
On today's show: North Shore Rescue busy weekend How did the paramedics do during the special weather advisory? Customs officer union demands more hires as travel turbulence continues New B.C. sales tax rules go into effect July 1 for online marketplaces like Amazon, eBay Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
June 24th, 2022: U.S. Supreme Court overturns Roe v. Wade, Preparing for Summer weather & are paramedics ready for the heat?
On today's show: U.S. Supreme Court overturns Roe v. Wade ruling in landmark decision for abortion Canada's new low-cost airline now letting passengers fly with their pets Trial by fire: What a village in B.C. is teaching the world about climate adaptation Are paramedics ready for the first mini-heatwave of the summer? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
June 23rd, 2022 with Guest Host Bruce Claggett: How Vancouver is preparing for this weekend's heat, How trees can be used for cooling & a new change for Amazon's Alexa
On today's show: How is the City of Vancouver preparing for the first heat wave of the summer? How can trees and parks be used for cooling? Survey: Support grows for B.C. anti-corruption commissioner following release of Cullen Commission report Amazon's Alexa might soon replicate the voice of family members - even if they're dead. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Full Show: Save Old Growth back at it, Broadway plan & Loads of reaction on Horgan's pause of RBCM rebuild
On the show today: Ben - Supporter of Save Old Growth Adam Olsen - BC Green MLA for Saanich North and the Islands Frances Bula - Globe and Mail Urban Issues and Politics Writer Peter Milobar - BC Liberal Finance Critic Stewart Prest - SFU Political Scientist Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
June 21st, 2022 with Guest Host Bruce Claggett: Land in Surrey needs to stay for agriculture use, learn how to outsmart the heat & Cineplex introduces online booking fee
On today's show: Surrey and the Lower Mainland need federal land in Campbell Heights to stay agricultural: Councillor Linda Annis Hydro bills are coming in hot, learn how to outsmart the heat and wallets for the first day of summer. Cineplex introduces $1.50 booking fee for online movie ticket purchases Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
June 20th, 2022 with Guest Host Bruce Claggett: Federal government ban on single-use plastics, VPD investigate string of violent weekend attacks & BC SPCA offers 50% off cat adoptions
On today's show: Federal government commits to ban single-use plastics VPD dealing with more violent attacks throughout Vancouver Concrete strike to stall building of lower mainland housing Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
June 16, 2022: Gas prices, Working from home, & New West free parking!
On today's show: We can expect gasoline price volatility for the rest of summer. Employees express their thoughts on working from home vs. the office. New Westminster political party promising free parking! (if elected) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
June 15th, 2022: Cullen money laundering public inquiry!
On today's show: Global investigative journalist reacts to the Cullen money laundering report. Money laundering inquiry finds ‘no evidence’ of political corruption. POCO Mayor reacts to money laundering public inquiry Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
June 14th, 2022: Canada poised to lift COVID-19 vaccine mandates for planes and trains, 2030 games hosting concept revealed & Sea to Sky transit workers back to work
On today's show: Canada to lift vaccine mandate for some travelers The need for more blood donors Sea to Sky transit workers headed back to work 2030 games hosting concept revealed Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
June 13th, 2022: Save Old Growth protest blocks Massey Tunnel, Animal treatment concerns over Langley rodeo & Graffiti removal pilot project begins in Chinatown
On today's show: The Save the Old Growth protest blocks Massey Tunnel during morning commute Google maps keeps leading people to the wrong address for one Vancouver business Proposed Rodeo in Langley draws animal treatment concerns Graffiti removal pilot project begins in Chinatown Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
June 10, 2022: COVID testing for air travellers, BC speed limits, & Ground beef!
On today's show: US to drop COVID-19 testing for inbound international air travellers New poll shows British Columbians would reduce speed limits Trade workers most at risk of serious electrical contact incidents Surrey Clayton Village Starbucks workers set to join Steelworkers union Should ground beef come with a nutrition warning label? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
June 9, 2022: Atmospheric river, BC Liberals name change, & Naramata Inn!
On today's show: Here's what you need to know about BC's atmospheric river BC Liberals considering a name change. Will this make an impact at the polls? Monitoring employees: Game changer or deal breaker? The incredible food you'll find at the Naramata Inn! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Full Show with guest host Jody Vance: Graffiti explosion Vancouver, Fighting against hate & Social media behaviour
On today's show: Graffiti explosion in the City of Vancouver Fighting hate requires a better strategy When to post on social media? Pivot from pandemic eating habits with a few healthy adds to your routine Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Full show: Heat dome review, BC flood watches, & Supporting students!
On today's show: Heat dome review calls for more coordinated response BC Liberal response to Heat Dome Report Where are flood watches remaining in BC? Innovative program for students and employers receives another round of federal funding Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Full Show: E-scooters, Elevator outage & Transit investments
On today's show: Vancouver to mull e-scooter micro-mobility pilot Elevator outage at Stadium-Chinatown Transit investments in Surrey should at least match Vancouver dollar-for-dollar Canadian men's soccer team refuses to take field at BC Place for match against Panama over contract dispute Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Full show: Random attacks, Possible flooding, & English Bay barge
On today's show: Random attacks continue to plague the city of Vancouver. Terrace, BC prepares for possible flooding. Delta City Councillor Lois Jackson stepping down after 5 decades of public service. No fines for English Bay barge owner. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Full Show: Telus Health's services under review, Random stabbing in East Vancouver & Longest transit strike in B.C. history
On today's show: Telus Health's services under review after allegations of two-tiered medical care Men criminally charged after several random attacks in East Vancouver Metro Vancouver can safely integrate most new electric-powered mobility devices Sea-to-Sky region's transit strike becomes longest in B.C. history Spring ushers in calmer housing market trends in Metro Vancouver Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Full show: Tim Hortons, Drug possession, & Rocking out!
On today's show: Tim Hortons mobile ordering app collected vast amounts of customer data BC removes criminal penalties for possession of some hard drugs How do emergency physicians feel about the handgun ban? HUB Cycling makes the case for Cycle highways in Metro Van Burnaby city councillor to rock out against racism in benefit concert Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Full show: Handgun ban, Skytrain issues, & Super-pigs!
On today's show: Jill rants about Trudeau's handgun ban! PLUS your calls! Yukon's reaction to the new handgun ban. BC Rapid Transit Company crews working on Skytrain track issues. The rise of 'super-pigs' in Albertan cities. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Full show: Vancouver vandalism, Dog-friendly patios, & Fraser River pollution!
On today's show: Vandalism forcing Vancouver business owner to pay out of pocket Should BC allow dog-friendly patios this summer? Social media account highlight Fraser River pollution Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Full Show with guest host Bruce Claggett: Municipal Integrity Commission, Economic uncertainty & Talking to kids about Texas
On today's show: Municipal Integrity Commission Economic uncertainty changing your retirement plans? Talking to your kids about Texas Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Full show: Monkeypox, Stanley Park traffic, & Air conditioning!
On today's show: Everything you need to know about Monkeypox Traffic at Stanley Park City to require air cooling in new homes starting in 2025 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Full show: Stanley Park traffic, Camping season, & Blog Dog Video!
On today's show: Fixing the traffic at Stanley Park How's camping season looking this year? The state of crime in Vancouver Black Dog Video in Vancouver sells off stock as it prepares to close Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Full show: Trudeau 5G ban, Vancouver real estate, & Hunting regulations
On today's show: Trudeau says Huawei 5G ban will secure Canadians security in the future Vancouver's real estate downturn has already started Changes to hunting regulations support reconciliation & wildlife stewardship Conference Board of Canada releases Index of Consumer Confidence Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Full show: Data collection, Vancouver parks, & COVID modelling in BC!
On today's show: New report shows Canadians are in the dark about how their data is collected/used Vancouver Park Board voted to ask the city for two changes to the current plan. The latest modelling of COVID-19 in BC Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Full show: Life in Gastown, West coast campers, & Riding bikes!
On today's show: Cruise ships have returned? How is Gastown now that tourists are back? An urgent notice to West Coast campers Ditching 4 wheels for 2! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Full show: Hospital staffing shortages, NYC COVID cases, & Craigslist!
On today's show: Family moved to Kelowna hospital Royal Inland pediatrics ward closes NYC expected to hit ‘High' COVID alert level David Milgaard, wrongfully imprisoned for 23 years, dies at 69 BC woman finds piano on Craigslist years after it disappears Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Full show: Youth violence, Electric vehicles, & Indoor wood burning
On today's show: Victoria police responding to ongoing youth violence Supply challenges are hindering BC electric vehicle sales Winters Hotel resident has been missing since last month's fire Indoor Wood Burning Prohibition in Effect May 15 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Full show: Broadway plan, Nurse practitioners, & Flight attendants!
On today's show: Discussing the draft Broadway plan Can Nurse Practitioners replace Doctors? People reliant on bus service from Squamish to Pemberton stuck in limbo Airport delays are forcing flight attendants to work for free Parks Canada recovers fossils illegally removed from Kootenay National Park Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Full show: School bullies, Gas prices, & New housing!
On today's show: BC mom pleads for help after daughter attacked by classmates Will cutting BC's gas tax lead to lower fuel costs for drivers? There is a huge backlog of couples looking to book a wedding venue Taking the right approach in building new housing Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices