The Full Show: B.C. tests natural disaster alert system, why do comedians keep getting attacked on stage? May the 4th be with you!

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How should we actually prepare for natural disasters?

Dr. Ryan Reynolds, PhD Postdoctoral Research Fellow at UBC School of Community and Regional Planning, and expert in natural hazards, coastal hazards and household emergency preparedness discusses how to prepare for natural disasters as B.C. tests their emergency alert system.

Why do people keep attacking comedians on stage?

As comedian Dave Chappelle was attacked on stage during his most recent show at the Hollywood Bowl. We ask if this is a trend that comedians should be weary of. 

Harry Doupe, Comedian, Comedy Even Producer and TV Comedy Writer joins us to discuss. 

How can we improve healthcare in BC?

Edith Machattie, Co-Chair at BC Health Coalition discusses more ways to improve healthcare in B.C. Should we go private? Should we keep it public? 

Racism in medicine

Today CKNW Contributor Eric Chapman finds out if this is happening with our medical students. Sure Schools have Diversity and inclusion programs but is that just surface level compliance?

Vancouver’s housing prices are dropping and interest rates are rising – will the growing population rate impact this as well?

Dane Eitel, President & Ceo at Eitel Insights who specializes in Real Estate Analytics discusses whether a growing population will have an impact on interest rates. 

May the 4th be with you! Today is the 11th annual Star Wars Day

Today is a very important day for geeks around the world.. It’s Star Wars Day! May the 4th be with you. Our show contributor Jawn Jang takes us into the wonderfully nerdy world of Star Wars and why today means so much to so many.

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