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This is VANCOLOUR

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This is Vancouver’s bona fide culture and politics podcast. Hosted by Mo Amir, parse through the relevant issues with the city’s most colourful personalities. With its heart on its sleeve and caution thrown to the wind, this is a podcast that is provocative, informative, and sometimes emotional. This is VANCOLOUR

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  1. Aaron Gunn: Are these still his BC Conservatives?

    Conservative MP Aaron Gunn joins This is VANCOLOUR host Mo Amir to discuss B.C.’s provincial election and the political movement he helped revive. Gunn makes the case that the BC Conservatives are ready to govern, addresses whether they’re still the party he helped build, and reflects on his...

  2. Rick “The Temp” unmasked: MuchMusic, addiction, and regret

    Rick “The Temp” unmasked: MuchMusic, addiction, and regret Canadian media icon Rick “The Temp” Campanelli joins This is VANCOLOUR host Mo Amir for a candid conversation about MuchMusic, fame, addiction, regret and the secrets behind his wholesome public image. He also shares stories about...

  3. Is egg freezing selling false hope?

    Are fertility clinics overselling women on egg freezing? This is VANCOLOUR host Mo Amir asks investigative journalist Lori Culbert. Plus, The Tyee’s Jen St. Denis discusses the impact of overlapping municipal and provincial elections in B.C. Recorded: September 28, 2026

  4. A’aliya Warbus on what happened to the BC Conservatives

    How did British Columbia’s Official Opposition go from the brink of government to political chaos? This is VANCOLOUR host Mo Amir sits down with Chilliwack-Cultus Lake MLA A’aliya Warbus, the former BC Conservative House Leader, to unpack the collapse of Kerry-Lynne Findlay’s leadership. Plus,...

  5. Are Canadians bad at patriotism?

    Are Canadians bad at patriotism? Is B.C. Premier David Eby’s new U.S. border sign patriotic… or just cringe? This is VANCOLOUR host Mo Amir talks with political commentator and YouTuber J.J. McCullough about performative Canadian patriotism amid the trade war with the U.S. Plus, are B.C. cities…

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  6. Can you trust Loblaw when you “Buy Canadian”?

    Can you trust Loblaw when you “Buy Canadian”? Can Canadians trust grocery-store labels when they’re trying to “Buy Canadian”? This is VANCOLOUR host Mo Amir discusses Loblaw’s country-of-origin labelling controversy and “maplewashing” with Finch Media principal Kylie McMullan. Plus, the kids are...

  7. These summer activities could accidentally make you a criminal (Kyla Lee)

    KYLA'S COURT: What are the most common ways British Columbians accidentally break the law during the summer? This is VANCOLOUR host Mo Amir asks criminal defence lawyer Kyla Lee (Acumen Law) about the surprisingly common summer activities that can lead to fines, tickets, or even criminal charges....

  8. Will the FIFA World Cup leave Vancouver with a legacy… or just a bill?

    The FIFA World Cup is coming to Vancouver! But who really benefits? Is Vancouver even excited to be one of the sixteen host cities? This is VANCOLOUR host Mo Amir discusses FIFA’s potential impact on Vancouver with SFU City Program director Andy Yan and First United executive director Amanda...

  9. David Eby fast-tracks building... without building

    British Columbia’s government says it’s “fast-tracking” urgent projects. But where are the results? This is VANCOLOUR host Mo Amir takes a MOment on Premier David Eby and the BC NDP’s obsession with “fast-tracking” infrastructure, housing, and energy projects while British Columbians continue...

  10. Lynda Steele / Mario Canseco & Dino Archie / Kylie McMullan

    Is the Internet making us less human? This is VANCOLOUR host Mo Amir explores three questions about technology, addiction and modern discourse in the internet age. First, Vancouver communications strategist Kylie McMullan (Finch Media) breaks down the “dead internet theory”. Is this once-fringe...

  11. What are the real risks of travelling this summer? (Claire Newell)

    Flight cancellations. Jet fuel shortages. Rising baggage fees. Global instability. Hantavirus! Is travelling becoming more stressful than enjoyable? This is VANCOLOUR host Mo Amir asks travel expert Claire Newell, founder and president of Travel Best Bets, about the chaos facing travellers in...

  12. Will B.C. millennials ever get to retire? (Mark Ting)

    For younger Canadians, retirement is starting to feel like a fantasy. With housing costs, inflation and everyday expenses continuing to soar in British Columbia, can millennials and Gen Z realistically expect to retire by age 65? This is VANCOLOUR host Mo Amir asks financial columnist and...

  13. Did Vancouver peak at Expo '86? (Fiona Forbes)

    THE FORBES REPORT: Did Vancouver’s greatest moment happen forty years ago? This is VANCOLOUR host Mo Amir asks local legend Fiona Forbes to fire up the time machine back to Expo ’86. From SkyTrain and BC Place to Expo Ernie, McBarge, The Unicorn, The Royal Family, and even a then-unknown Tony…

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  14. Has Canada’s official bilingualism… failed? (J.J. McCullough)

    Canada has two official languages: English and French. But outside Quebec, relatively few people can actually speak French. So who is bilingualism really for? This is VANCOLOUR host Mo Amir speaks with political commentator and YouTuber J.J. McCullough about his controversial argument that…

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  15. Can psychedelic drugs actually treat addiction? (Dr. Melissa Lem)

    Psychedelic drugs (hallucinogens) are getting a lot of attention — from podcasts to politics — with growing pressure to fast-track them as treatments for addiction, including high-profile voices like Joe Rogan urging U.S. President Donald Trump to speed up research. But is this a real medical...

  16. Is Vancouver doomed to lose the Whitecaps to Las Vegas? (Kareem Allam)

    Sorry, Southsiders! The Vancouver Whitecaps may be on their way to Las Vegas. After an investor group submitted a formal bid to relocate the team, is this the final whistle for Major League Soccer in Vancouver? This is VANCOLOUR host Mo Amir presses Vancouver mayoral candidate Kareem Allam...

  17. Why are immigrants leaving B.C.? (Andy Yan)

    For the first time since the 1800s, British Columbia’s population is shrinking — and some of the people leaving just got here. What’s driving newcomers out? And, what does it mean for the province’s future? This is VANCOLOUR host Mo Amir speaks with SFU City Program director Andy Yan about...

  18. Has reconciliation gone “too far”? (Regional Chief Terry Teegee)

    A majority of British Columbians now say reconciliation has gone “too far.” Is reconciliation the problem or how it’s being talked about? This is VANCOLOUR host Mo Amir speaks with BC Assembly of First Nations Regional Chief Terry Teegee about the growing backlash to DRIPA, the Cowichan land...

  19. The truth about B.C.'s "unceded" land (and your home)

    Home ownership in British Columbia feels straight-forward. But what if the foundation it’s built on isn’t so simple? This is VANCOLOUR host Mo Amir takes a closer look at private property rights in B.C., the legal reality of unceded land, and why the province’s real estate system rests on a…

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  20. Do you own your face? Deepfakes, AI, and your legal rights (Kyla Lee)

    KYLA'S COURT: AI-generated deepfakes are exploding — using real people’s faces, voices, and likeness without consent. But is it actually illegal in Canada? This is VANCOLOUR host Mo Amir asks legal expert Kyla Lee what rights Canadians really have when it comes to their image. From deepfake...

  21. 10 years, 18,000 dead: Assessing B.C.'s response to the toxic drug crisis (Guy Felicella)

    Ten years after British Columbia declared a toxic drug emergency, more than 18,000 people have died. The crisis isn’t slowing down. This is VANCOLOUR host Mo Amir speaks with harm reduction advocate and addiction educator Guy Felicella about what’s gone wrong and what’s still missing. From…

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  22. Is MLB coming to Vancouver? Or is it just a field of dreams? (Justin McElroy)

    Vancouver Mayor Ken Sim wants to bring Major League Baseball to the 604. Is it a home run or just a field of dreams? This is VANCOLOUR host Mo Amir asks CBC Vancouver municipal affairs reporter Justin McElroy whether or not Vancouver can realistically land an MLB expansion team. From…

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  23. Should B.C. keep DRIPA? BC Greens leader Emily Lowan defends Indigenous rights

    DRIPA — the Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples Act — is at the centre of a political firestorm in British Columbia. The BC NDP want to amend it. The Conservatives want to repeal it. But, the BC Greens are the only party defending DRIPA as is. BC Greens leader Emily Lowan joins This…

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  24. Should Canada ban social media for kids? (Charis Hogg)

    What risks do kids face on social media? With countries around the world moving to ban these platforms for youth — and growing support for a ban in Canada — is this the right solution or an overreach? This is VANCOLOUR host Mo Amir asks journalist and radio broadcaster Charis Hogg (CFOX, CKNW)...

  25. Hunting Matthew Nichols: When does true crime go too far?

    Why are we increasingly treating real-life tragedies like Netflix content? The independent film Hunting Matthew Nichols explores a decades-long missing persons case in the Vancouver Island town of “Port Rupert”. But its realism and viral marketing are raising uncomfortable questions about our...

  26. AEW’s Kyle O’Reilly on sacrifice, setbacks, and wrestling culture

    Professional wrestling is live theatre at its most intense, blurring fiction and reality. The pride of North Delta, B.C., All Elite Wrestling (AEW) star Kyle O’Reilly joins This is VANCOLOUR host Mo Amir to unpack the reality behind the unreal sport: the sacrifices, setbacks, and mindset required...

  27. The people in your life are aging you faster! (Tamara Taggart)

    Can the people in your life actually make you age faster? New research suggests that “hasslers” — the difficult, stressful people in your life — can increase your risk of chronic disease and accelerate aging. This is VANCOLOUR host Mo Amir speaks with broadcasting legend Tamara Taggart about the...

  28. Self-driving cars are everywhere. Why not in B.C.?

    KYLA'S COURT: Self-driving cars are already operating around the world — and even in parts of Canada — so why not in British Columbia? This is VANCOLOUR Mo Amir speaks with lawyer Kyla Lee (Acumen Law) about what’s stopping autonomous vehicles from being legal in B.C., what changes the government...

  29. Is buying a home in B.C. still worth it in 2026? (Steve Saretsky)

    With rents easing and home prices softening across British Columbia, is now the time to buy — or are you better off renting? This is VANCOLOUR host Mo Amir speaks with real estate analyst Steve Saretsky (The Loonie Hour; The Saretsky Show) about what’s really happening in the housing market,...

  30. Are big grocers scamming the “Buy Canadian” movement?

    Canadians want to support local but are they being misled? The Canadian Food Inspection Agency has fined Loblaw grocery stores for “maplewashing” twice in 2026, raising questions about misleading “Product of Canada” labels. This is VANCOLOUR host Mo Amir speaks with marketing communications…

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  31. Who is pushing conspiracy theories in Canada?

    Conspiracy theories are everywhere online but who’s actually behind them? This is VANCOLOUR host Mo Amir speaks with journalist Jen St. Denis (The Tyee) about the nature of Canadian conspiracy content on your social media feeds, who is creating and amplifying it, and whether it’s part of a...

  32. Why does everyone miss the 1990s? (Fiona Forbes)

    THE FORBES REPORT: The 1990s are having a moment! But why is everyone — including Gen Z — so nostalgic for that era? How did we navigate the world before smartphones, social media, and streaming services? This is VANCOLOUR host Mo Amir speaks with local legend Fiona Forbes about life in the ’90s...

  33. Are B.C. family doctors being asked to do too much? (Dr. Maryam Zeineddin)

    Family doctors in B.C. are under growing pressure — not just from administrative burdens, but from a system that isn’t equipped to handle the rising demand for mental health care, leaving family doctors to fill the gap. This is VANCOLOUR host Mo Amir speaks with Dr. Maryam Zeineddin, founder of...

  34. Is Canada just one big “situationship”? (J.J. McCullough)

    THE CRUNCH: From Quebec and Alberta separatism to Indigenous sovereignty, Canada often feels like it’s in a constant state of re-negotiation. This is VANCOLOUR host Mo Amir asks political commentator and world-famous YouTuber J.J. McCullough whether the country is stuck in a political...

  35. Are dating apps fueling toxic dating trends? (Amy Chan)

    Ghostlighting, shrekking, sledging — modern dating is getting messier. This is VANCOLOUR host Mo Amir speaks with dating expert and author Amy Chan (Un-Single: How to Date Smarter and Create Love That Lasts) about whether dating apps are driving toxic behaviour, what’s behind these trends, and…

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  36. Are these “miracle drugs” changing how we shop? (Steve Mossop / Leger)

    GLP-1 drugs like Ozempic, Wegovy, Mounjaro, and Zepbound are helping millions lose weight and improve metabolic health. But could they also reshape consumer behaviour? This is VANCOLOUR host Mo Amir speaks with Leger Executive Vice President Steve Mossop about new data showing how people taking...

  37. Will permanent daylight time improve your sleep? (Adrien Sala / WikiSleep)

    B.C. Premier David Eby wants to end the twice-a-year clock change by moving the province to permanent daylight saving time — but will that actually help people sleep better? This is VANCOLOUR host Mo Amir speaks with WikiSleep founder Adrien Sala about the debate among sleep experts over whether...

  38. Does Vancouver Mayor Ken Sim have a credibility problem?

    Vancouver Mayor Ken Sim admitted repeating a false allegation about city councillor Sean Orr after supposedly seeing a photo shown to him — raising questions about accountability and misinformation in local politics. This is VANCOLOUR host Mo Amir breaks down the mayor’s explanation and wonders...

  39. Christy Farrell / Julie Kim / Kyla Lee

    Why is “female rage” all the rage? From Olympic controversy to pop culture to public safety, are we living in a new era of female disillusionment? After U.S. President Donald Trump’s congratulatory call to the U.S. men’s Olympic hockey team sparked backlash, the moment quickly escalated into a...

  40. Christy Clark on Eby, BC Conservatives, and 'liberal' voters

    Christy Clark, the 35th Premier of British Columbia, joins This is VANCOLOUR host Mo Amir for a candid conversation about B.C.’s shifting political landscape. Clark weighs in on current B.C. Premier David Eby’s leadership, the Conservative Party of BC leadership race, and whether demonizing...

  41. Will B.C.’s disability funding model actually help kids? (Tamara Taggart)

    TEA TIME WITH TAMARA: The B.C. Government unveiled a new, revamped funding system for children and youth with complex developmental disabilities, including autism with intellectual disability and Down Syndrome. This is VANCOLOUR host Mo Amir speaks with broadcast legend and disability advocate...

  42. Why does the BC Conservative leadership race matter? (Azim Jiwani)

    The race to replace John Rustad as leader of the Conservative Party of BC is underway. But what is this contest really about, and why should British Columbians even care? This is VANCOLOUR host Mo Amir speaks with former chief of staff to the Official Opposition Azim Jiwani about the stakes, the...

  43. What the Tumbler Ridge shooting says about Canada

    In the wake of the tragic school shooting in Tumbler Ridge, British Columbia, This is VANCOLOUR host Mo Amir reflects on how political leaders across the country set aside their differences to mourn. While fringe voices tried to exploit the moment, the country’s main leaders chose unity. What…

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  44. B.C. could owe you money — and you might not know it (BC Unclaimed)

    Millions of dollars are owed to British Columbians. Could you unknowingly be one of them? This is VANCOLOUR host Mo Amir speaks with Sherry MacLennan, Executive Director of BC Unclaimed, about how money goes missing, why it’s so common, and how easy it is to check if you’re owed cash. BC…

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  45. Is another oil pipeline in B.C. just a pipe dream? (Stewart Prest)

    Talk of a new oil pipeline to B.C.’s North Coast is back — again. Alberta Premier Danielle Smith wants it. So does Prime Minister Mark Carney. But B.C. Premier David Eby isn’t convinced. This is VANCOLOUR host Mo Amir speaks with UBC political scientist Stewart Prest about why the pipeline debate...

  46. Can Canada block Hasan Piker from entering the country?

    KYLA’S COURT: Independent B.C. MLA Tara Armstrong and the Centre for Israel and Jewish Affairs (CIJA) are calling on Ottawa to deny U.S. livestreamer Hasan Piker entry into Canada — despite him having no criminal record. Politics, free speech, and Canada’s visa and entry rules collide: Can Canada...

  47. Brad West on B.C. Premier Eby, BC Conservatives, and B.C.'s political culture

    This is VANCOLOUR host Mo Amir sits down for an extended, candid conversation with B.C.’s most popular mayor, Port Coquitlam Mayor Brad West, to unpack what B.C. Premier David Eby’s governance. From delayed action on urgent files to the failure of bold policies like decriminalization and DRIPA,...

  48. Niki Sharma / Lance from The Serfs

    Should Canada ban X? At what point does Canada need to consider banning a social media platform? As X — Elon Musk’s chaotic remake of Twitter — launches a legal challenge against British Columbia, This is VANCOLOUR host Mo Amir sits down with B.C. Attorney General Niki Sharma to understand what’s...

  49. Social media turns death into entertainment

    A MOment: Social media now rewards outrage, hypocrisy, and dehumanization — often at the expense of truth and real people. This is VANCOLOUR host Mo Amir examines how online culture blurs the line between opposing ideas and celebrating violence. With recent online controversies involving Rachel...

  50. Mandy Gill / BC Bob / Neena Savage

    Self-improvement done right (and wrong) Already feeling burnt out to start 2026? This is VANCOLOUR host Mo Amir presses resilience expert Mandy Gill on the truth behind the “January slump”. How does “New Year, New You” set so many people up to fail? Plus, Now You Know BC’s BC Bob (Bob Kronbauer)...

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