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Conversations Live with Stuart McNish
by Oh Boy Productions
An extension of Conversations That Matter, Conversations Live with Stuart McNish is a monthly forum addressing the big topics of our times. Held live in-person and online on a Tuesday towards the end of each month, the micro-conferences will bring together panels of individuals with deep experience in the relevant topic for lively conversations focused on bringing out the real story and possible solutions. Host Stuart McNish is a long-time broadcaster, moderator and interviewer. We hope you will join us for the conversation. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Episodes
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Mayoral Candidates panel
Affordability and housing. Public safety. Transportation and congestion. Economic growth. The cost of running the city. These are just some of the challenges facing Vancouver, and the city’s next mayor will have to tackle them head-on. Panelists: Dr. Julian Somers, Doug Reti, Kimmie Jensen, Jane...
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Street Disorder: A Healthcare Issue?
What’s the path forward for public health and safety? Our panel will explore the intersection of public safety and public health, including addiction, treatment, harm reduction and street disorder. Panelists: Dr. Julian Somers, Doug Reti, Kimmie Jensen, Jane Talbot, Dr. Kevin Sabet, Curtis…
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A.I. and Cyber Security
AI is changing the way we work and do business and it’s also changing the threat landscape. What should we be preparing for now as the threat of AI-powered cyberattacks is growing? Are we prepared to protect our businesses, financial institutions and critical infrastructure? Panelists: James...
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Unleashing BC's Economy
In this episode of Conversations Live, we bring together some of BC's most influential business and economic leaders to discuss the opportunities, challenges, and decisions that will shape the province's future. As British Columbia faces increasing global competition, shifting trade…
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Conservative Party of BC Leadership Candidate Panel
Five candidates. One leadership race. One big question: who will lead British Columbia next? On April 28, Conversations Live brought together the five contenders in the race to lead the Conservative Party of BC — and potentially become the province’s next premier. This timely conversation tackled...
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Attracting Investment for BC's Critical Minerals
BC’s critical minerals sector is at a pivotal moment. The opportunity ahead is significant. As global demand accelerates for the materials powering EVs, batteries, and clean technology, the question goes beyond what BC has in the ground. How can we attract the investment needed to bring these...
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The Mayors
Are BC mayors actually equipped to handle the biggest issues facing our province in 2026? In this special edition of Conversations Live, we sit down with a powerhouse panel of British Columbia mayors to discuss the "nuts and bolts" of running local jurisdictions during a period of unprecedented...
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Minerals for a Changing World: Exploration, Economic Resilience & Enablement
In this special episode of Conversations Live, recorded at AME Roundup 2026, industry leaders come together to examine the future of mineral exploration and development in British Columbia and across Canada. As global demand for critical minerals accelerates, driven by the clean energy…
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Canada’s Immigration System: Where to from here?
Canada’s immigration system is at a critical turning point. In this episode of Conversations Live, an expert panel examines how record levels of permanent and non-permanent immigration have impacted housing affordability, health care, education, infrastructure, labour markets, and community...
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Cybersecurity
Conversations Live took a deep dive into one of the most urgent issues of our time: Cybersecurity. From AI-powered deepfakes to the rising cost of cybercrime in Canada, our expert panel broke down the threats and the opportunities shaping our digital future. Vancouver’s growing role as a...
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Unlocking BC's Economy: Innovative First Nations Partnerships
The B.C. economy continues to shrink but we are looking for creative ways to turn the tide! Conversations Live is partnering with the Indigenous Partnership Success Showcase to spotlight the innovative collaborations that are bringing growth back to the province. Our panel will bring together...
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BC's Innovation Economy - Can we Train, Retain and Attract the Best & Brightest?
With British Columbia’s economy on a slow downward trajectory, one question stands out: Can the innovation economy boost the province’s performance? The answer might be yes if we can train, retain, and attract the best and brightest minds. But that’s no easy task in a world competing fiercely for...
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Investing in BC in Partnership with First Nations
Canada and BC are introducing legislation to fast-track major projects in energy, mining, forestry, and infrastructure. On the surface, it signals that investment is welcome in our nation again. But here’s the reality: without meaningful consultation and partnership with First Nations, these...
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Canada - US Relations?: One on One with Ambassador Hoekstra
On Thursday, July 24 at 5 p.m., Conversations Live welcomes Pete Hoekstra, the newly appointed U.S. Ambassador to Canada, for an exclusive and timely discussion on the evolving relationship between our two nations. From long-standing trade partnerships to moments of political tension, the...
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The Energy Trilemma: Accessibility, Sustainability, Affordability
Energy access and sustainability are at the heart of Canada's economy and British Columbia is facing a pivotal moment. How can we ensure energy security, equitable access, and environmental responsibility in a rapidly evolving landscape? Join us on Conversations Live for a timely and...
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Live Long & Prosper
Growing old isn't for the faint of heart. Physical health, mental health, financial health, and loneliness are some of the issues we all face as we clear the 70-year mark. What is it about British Columbia that we're near the top of the global longevity spectrum? As you age do you fear health…
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Permit to Prosperity - the Sequel
The economic opportunities mining presents are enormous, however, the Trump Administration has thrown a wrench into the development of North American critical minerals. "The demand for critical minerals in the United States is not going to change" says Michael Goehring of the Mining Association…
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Quantum AI - A Team Canada Game Changer
AI is not just a tool for efficiency but a strategic enabler for strengthening Canada’s competitiveness, innovation, resilience, and long-term prosperity during a time of geopolitical uncertainty. Industry leaders will share real-world strategies for integrating AI and overcoming adoption...
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Energy Sustainability and the Election
Earth Day, an international recognition that we need to protect our home. This precious blue marble in space, uniquely positioned to sustain life as we know it. Easy access to energy has powered dramatic changes and advances in our quality of life and it has also had an impact on the environment....
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It’s the Economy, Stupid
British Columbia's economy is at a turning point. As we face a period of modest growth transforming into a potential economic storm, it's crucial to stay informed. Join Stuart McNish as he hosts another live conversation featuring top economic experts to discuss the challenges ahead. Don't miss...
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Food: Production, Security, and Affordability
If American produced food is removed from grocery stores in British Columbia, get ready to go without. More than 60 per cent of the products on the shelves are from south of the 49th parallel. If you want a balanced diet of vegetables, grains, fruits and protein then you can not source all of…
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Does Bill 7 put Democracy at Risk?
Join us as we dive into Bill 7: The Economic Stabilization Act, a proposed BC law that could reshape government powers over public funds and infrastructure in response to global economic uncertainties. What does this mean for businesses and taxpayers? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for…
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Real Estate Update
Last year at this time the headlines were filled with Real Estate Crisis stories. The Province and the Feds were making announcements upon announcements. Bill 44 was introduced with the idea that it would force municipal governments to increase density. It is legislation that was supposed to...
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Foreign Direct Investment
Donald Trump has demonstrated Canada is vulnerable because we are heavily dependent on his country for trade. Everyone agrees we need to open new trading relationships. Direct Foreign Investment is a significant step in that direction. DFI is an economic generator that provides jobs, tax revenue,...
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Canada Under a Poilievre Government?
We’re heading into a change election. The Liberals will put forward a new leader who will be charged with the daunting task of overcoming a significant gap in the polls. All indications suggest the Conservatives led by Pierre Poilievre will form the next Federal Government. If Mr. Poiliever is...
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Indigenous Leadership
Indigenous leadership is shaping 2025 and beyond - socially, economically and culturally. First Nations and Indigenous organizations are developing housing, businesses, and resource sector projects. These organizations are utilizing legislative venues only open to them, and in doing so they are...
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Reimagining Healthcare
It is not news there are glaring cracks in our healthcare systems – in some cases reaching a breaking point. In both BC and AB numerous rural emergency departments have closed for hours, even days, due to shortages. Healthcare organizations in both BC & Alberta struggle to recruit skilled…
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Canada - US Relations & The Presidential Election
Canadians don’t get to vote in the upcoming US election, but its results will have an out-sized impact on our lives. The US is not only a world power with which we share an expansive border, the country is our largest trading partner and ally on the global stage. The two presidential candidates...
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The Election and the Economy
For many British Columbians parties’ divergent views on BC’s economy will be top-of-mind when they step into the ballot box in the upcoming provincial election. Join us October 7 when we sit down with a panel drawn from across the political spectrum for a conversation about The Election and the...
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Alberta's Carbon Capture Advantage
We are travelling to Calgary October 1 to delve into carbon capture – technologies that could play a role in combating climate change, but that are not without controversy. According to the Government of Alberta the province is a “global leader in carbon capture, utilization and storage and...
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The Leaders Series – Part 3: David Eby
Join us for a series of wide-ranging conversations with BC’s provincial political leaders the week of September 16. Kicking off our third season, the Leaders Series will be three conversations over the week – all unscripted, unrestricted, and focused on the topics on British Columbians’ minds as…
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The Leaders Series – Part 2: John Rustad
Join us for a series of wide-ranging conversations with BC’s provincial political leaders the week of September 16. Kicking off our third season, the Leaders Series will be three conversations over the week – all unscripted, unrestricted, and focused on the topics on British Columbians’ minds as…
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The Leaders Series – Part 1: Sonia Furstenau
Join us for a series of wide-ranging conversations with BC’s provincial political leaders the week of September 16. Kicking off our third season, the Leaders Series will be three conversations over the week – all unscripted, unrestricted, and focused on the topics on British Columbians’ minds as…
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Food – Can we grow it? Can we afford it?
Dryer summers and wetter springs mean farmers face too much water sometimes, not enough at others. Last winter’s cold snap killed Okanagan peach and apricot buds, which will curtail the yield this year. Record wildfire seasons and floods are threatening pasture and farmland. Add to these natural...
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Vancouver's AI Summit - Vancouver on the Global Tech Stage
A special edition from KPMG’s Vancouver AI Summit - Vancouver on the global tech stage. Vancouver is at the forefront of advances in artificial intelligence that are already transforming robotics, medicine, mining, and even permit processing. In a special edition of Conversations Live, we will...
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Critical minerals – Permit to Prosperity
Canada has designed 31 minerals as critical – essential to our green digital economy, but whose supply is threatened. From copper to cesium they are in batteries; every electronic device, computer, and EV; permanent magnets; optical instruments; wiring; bearings; run-of river dams, wind farms…
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Disaster Prepared - Are We?
Preparing for disasters has long been a consideration in municipal, household, and business budgeting. Earthquake prep perhaps attracted the most public focus in recent decades, before the 2020’s, while funding for some other streams fell off. In late 2021 disaster preparedness became an urgent...
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One-on-one with Premier David Eby
On April 23 we will sit down for a 90-minute conversation with Premier David Eby – live and unscripted. When we sat down with Mr. Eby a year ago he had been premier for just over 100 days. More than a year later the honeymoon is over. Just this week S&P downgraded the province’s credit rating,...
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Energy & The Environment
In December the BC Utilities Commission (BCUC) quashed FortisBC’s plans to build a natural gas pipeline in the Okanagan – a $327 million project that would have seen a 30-kilometer line and two related power stations built to meet growing demand for gas in BC’s southern interior. FortisBC is...
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Tent City Nation: A special edition
Our media partner Postmedia is taking a closer look at the troubling issues of tent cities in an in-depth investigation. Join us 11 a.m. PT March 12 for a special edition of Conversations Live with Stuart McNish where we will take on this critical matter with Postmedia and a panel of people…
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Housing
A report issued in January predicts Metro Vancouver will hit 3 million residents this summer, 4 million in 2041 – just 17 years down the road. Overall, the province is on track to have 5.65 million residents on July 1 – up about 150,000 in just one year – and is projected to top 6 million people…
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Lethal Exports
Join us for a special edition about organized crime in BC - 2:30 p.m. February 6. The panel: Kim Bolan – Vancouver Sun reporter Calvin Chrustie – Partner, Critical Risk Team Fiona Wilson – Deputy Chief Constable, VPD Neil Dubord – Chief Constable, Delta Police We hope you can join us for the...
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Infrastructure deficit
As Canada’s population grew by a record 1.1 million people in the last year the push to build housing gained new urgency. New housing requires expanded infrastructure capacity – not just municipal roads, sewer and water lines but also new electrical grid capacity all the way down to transformers…
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Asia Pacific - Canada’s opportunities and challenges in the region
44 per cent of BC exports go to markets in the Asia Pacific. 20 per cent of Canadians have family ties to the region. According to Global Affairs Canada the “Indo-Pacific region will play a critical role in shaping Canada’s future over the next half-century.” The region has 40 economies including...
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Economic Reconciliation
More than 150 court victories have confirmed that the resources of Canada can only be developed when working with and obtaining First Nations approval. Many First Nations are on a road to reclaiming prosperity and revitalizing cultures. Some urban First Nations have become significant land-owners...
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A conversation with Vancouver Mayor Ken Sim
A Conversations Live special edition – A dialogue with Vancouver Mayor Ken Sim Join us November 9 when we sit down with Vancouver Mayor Ken Sim for a wide-ranging dialogue about his first year as Vancouver’s mayor. This special edition of Conversations Live will run 3:30 – 4:30 p.m., webcast on…
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Workplace Accessibility
On Oct 10 we will be joined by an outstanding panel of people actively engaged in fostering workplace accessibility from a variety of perspectives – not just as it relates to disability, but difference and diversity of all types. The panel: Stephanie Cadieux - Canada’s first Chief Accessibility...
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Artificial Intelligence: Friend or Foe?
We launch our second season with a deep dive into the new world of artificial intelligence with some of Canada’s top thinkers in the field. 7 p.m. Oct 3, Stuart McNish will moderate a panel including: Edoardo De Martin – CEO Industrio AI & Chief Development Officer, Digital Innovation Cluster…
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The Economy = Your Money
BC’s economy is slowing, along with economies around the world. For our next conversation June 20 we have pulled together a panel of individuals with robust insights into the provincial, national, and global economies. Jock Finlayson – Senior Policy Advisor at the Business Council of BC Murray...
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Life Sciences - BC’s Innovation Future
On May 16 we will sit down with an outstanding panel to explore an emerging high-tech industry with the potential to become one of BC’s most important economic sectors – life sciences. BC has become a hub of life sciences innovation in recent years, with hundreds of companies leading the way in...
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ABOUT THIS SHOW
An extension of Conversations That Matter, Conversations Live with Stuart McNish is a monthly forum addressing the big topics of our times.
Held live in-person and online on a Tuesday towards the end of each month, the micro-conferences will bring together panels of individuals with deep experience in the relevant topic for lively conversations focused on bringing out the real story and possible solutions.
Host Stuart McNish is a long-time broadcaster, moderator and interviewer.
We hope you will join us for the conversation.
Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Oh Boy Productions
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An extension of Conversations That Matter, Conversations Live with Stuart McNish is a monthly forum addressing the big topics of our times. Held live in-person and online on a Tuesday towards the end of each month, the micro-conferences will bring together panels of individuals with deep experience...
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