Mornings with Simi
8,008 episodes - English - Latest episode: 9 days ago - ★★★★★ - 1 ratingMornings with Simi (Monday – Friday: 5.30 – 9am) helps you wake-up, reconnect, and get your day off on the right foot. Simi Sara dives into on the headlines of the day with veteran Global News anchors and reporters. They help you navigate through the details of the stories, highlight essential information and share new perspectives on how the daily news affects you. Simi loves the Lower Mainland. She’s lived here her whole life and truly understands the history and challenges our communities have faced over the years. Spend your Mornings with Simi and spend the rest of your day talking about what you heard on the show.
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How do job numbers look in the Province?
April 05, 2024 14:58 - 8 minutesIt’s a mixed bag when it comes to the jobs numbers in the province. Guest: Brenda Bailey, Minister of Jobs, Economic Development, and Innovation Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
BC public health bill could target the wrong types of businesses
April 05, 2024 14:43 - 7 minutesB.C. business and industry leaders express concerns about a provincial bill targeting companies that contribute to diseases and illnesses. They worry about the broad and vague nature of the legislation, fearing that grocers could be sued for selling processed food, red meat, and candy. Guest: Greg Wilson, Retail council of Canada and co-author of open letter to the premiere Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
View From Victoria: Boyle wins the nomination
April 05, 2024 14:12 - 15 minutesVancouver city councillor Christine Boyle won the nomination fight to run for NDP in Vancouver-Little Mountain this fall. Guest: Vaughn Palmer, Vancouver Sun Columnist Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Get your 50/50 tickets and help out backpack buddies
April 05, 2024 13:49 - 7 minutesIn BC, Thousands of families struggle to put food on the table and hunger can set a child back for life. Backpack Buddies is tackling childhood hunger in BC by putting food directly into the hands of those children who need it most. Guest: Emily-Anne King, Executive Director, Backpack buddies & Sarah Dubios Phillips, Executive Director, CKNW kids fund Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Full Show: How private is your data?, Understanding the new flipping tax & Does BC have enough electricity?
April 04, 2024 15:52 - 1 hourSeg 1: It turns out Google’s Incognito mode is not as private as you might have thought. Google has settled a lawsuit alleging it tracked internet use of users in Chrome's incognito mode. The claim alleged Google's analytics, cookies, and apps allowed it to track users despite private browsing settings. Guest: Stephanie Liu, Senior Analyst, Forrester Business and technology consultants Seg 2: Scott’s Thoughts: Is shutting up the next trend in stress relief! How much stress do you deal with o...
Regulating the speed of trucks in BC
April 04, 2024 15:33 - 9 minutesSpeed-limiting technology will soon be mandatory for heavy commercial vehicles on B.C. highways. The technology aims to improve safety by moderating vehicle speeds Guest: Rob Fleming, Transport minister. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
BC Hydro wants your help
April 04, 2024 15:02 - 7 minutesBC Hydro is seeking private sector bids for projects to meet the province's growing electricity demand for the first time in 15 years. Guest: Josie Osborne, Minister of Energy, Mines, and low carbon innovation Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
What would happen if BC ran out of energy?
April 04, 2024 14:28 - 6 minutesThe idea of electric cars seems great, but all that electricity has to come from somewhere. Will BC be able to keep up? Guest: Dr. William Dunford, Professor of Electric and Computer Engineering at UBC. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
The BC Government announces a house flipping tax!
April 04, 2024 14:23 - 8 minutesThe BC government introduced legislation for a new home-flipping tax targeting speculators. The Finance Minister stated that the tax aims to deter wealthy investors from using housing for short-term profit. Guest: Tara Benham, National Tax advisor, Grant Thorton Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
View From Victoria: What BC’s decriminalization means for Northern Health
April 04, 2024 14:23 - 15 minutesA memo from the northern health region seems to tell nurses and staffers they can’t seize drugs from patients or visitors nor can they take away knives 4 inches or less. Guest: Vaughn Palmer, Vancouver Sun Columnist Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Scott’s Thoughts: Is shutting up the next trend in stress relief!?
April 04, 2024 13:30 - 6 minutesHow much stress do you deal with on a daily basis and what do people do to try and prevent that stress from overtaking their life. Guest: Scott Shantz, Contributor for Mornings with Simi Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
It turns out Google’s Incognito mode is not as private as you might have thought.
April 04, 2024 13:24 - 9 minutesGoogle has settled a lawsuit alleging it tracked internet use of users in Chrome's incognito mode. The claim alleged Google's analytics, cookies, and apps allowed it to track users despite private browsing settings. Guest: Stephanie Liu, Senior Analyst, Forrester Business and technology consultants Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Full Show: Should everyone be walking backwards?, Premier joins the show to talk rental announcements & Bringing back civility in politics
April 03, 2024 15:47 - 1 hourSeg 1: Why we should all start walking backwards There is a new trend online promoting ‘backward walking’ for health benefits and Influencers claim it strengthens the body and brain. Guest: Tom Holland, Exercise physiologist and author of the book ‘the micro work out plan’ Seg 2: Where in the world is the best airport food When you get to an airport, do you seek out a really good restaurant? Well we have the top 10 airports to go to for a great meal. Guest: Scott Shantz, Contributor for Morni...
Making Cents of the Markets for Apr 03, 2024
April 03, 2024 15:46 - 8 minutesTime for Making Cents of the Markets with Lori Pinkowski. Lori Pinkowski is a Senior Portfolio Manager at Canaccord Genuity. You can contact The Pinkowski Wealth Management team directly at 604-695-LORI or visit their website at Pinkowski.ca Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
An open letter to Canada’s political leaders calls for civility in public discourse.
April 03, 2024 15:38 - 9 minutesDozens of former politicians, academics, artists, religious leaders, and human-rights advocates call for improved civility in public discourse in Canada. Guest: Lori Lukinuk, parliamentary procedure expert Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
The Premier talks about new protections for renters
April 03, 2024 15:03 - 10 minutesThe BC government is changing rental laws to prevent bad-faith evictions and protect families but concerns are being raised by landlords as well. Guest: David Eby, Premier of BC Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Is music getting dumber or are you getting older?
April 03, 2024 14:42 - 9 minutesA recent study published in Scientific Reports Journal analyzed song lyrics over a 40 year period and found trends towards simplification in lyrics including vocabulary richness, readability, complexity, and repetition. Guest: Robin James, Music Philosopher and critic Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Why do Canadian Soldiers need to rely on food donations?
April 03, 2024 14:21 - 7 minutesCanadian Forces personnel sent to Ottawa for cyber training faced financial hardships due to lack of support and high cost of living with some soldiers relying on donated food. Guest: David Pugliese, Award Winning Journalist covering issues in the Canadian Military Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
View From Victoria: Seattle back stepping on legalized drugs
April 03, 2024 14:21 - 15 minutesThe Oregon State governor signed a law re-criminalizing drugs which is a reversal of direction on a failed experiment. Guest: Vaughn Palmer, Vancouver Sun Columnist Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Where in the world is the best airport food
April 03, 2024 14:19 - 7 minutesWhen you get to an airport, do you seek out a really good restaurant? Well we have the top 10 airports to go to for a great meal. Guest: Scott Shantz, Contributor for Mornings with Simi Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Why we should all start walking backwards
April 03, 2024 14:18 - 7 minutesThere is a new trend online promoting ‘backward walking’ for health benefits and Influencers claim it strengthens the body and brain. Guest: Tom Holland, Exercise physiologist and author of the book ‘the micro work out plan’ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Full Show: How close is mind reading technology?, Investigating Oil and Gas prices & Vancouver's 'Brick Cross Walk"
April 02, 2024 16:02 - 1 hourSeg 1: How mind-reading technology is helping the paralyzed walk As researchers continue to explore the frontiers of neuroscience and artificial intelligence, profound ethical questions arise regarding the implications of mind-reading technology. Guest: Dr. Paul Bentley, Professor of Computer Science at University College London Seg 2: Where are the germiest places in your office? Are you a germaphobe? If you are, there are a few places at your place of work that you may want to avoid! Guest:...
Are eclipses cosmic accidents?
April 02, 2024 15:50 - 10 minutesWhile eclipses are relatively common in the universe, the specific type of solar eclipse that captivates observers, characterized by the emergence of a blood-red ring and shimmering corona surrounding a blackened sun, is considered an extraordinary occurrence. Guest: Dr. Adam Frank, Professor of Astrophysics at the University of Rochester Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Why does Vancouver have a "Pedestrian Brick Crossing" system?
April 02, 2024 15:29 - 9 minutesThe "Pedestrian Brick Crossing System" was introduced due to ongoing safety concerns at the Granville Island crosswalk in Vancouver. Despite being a bustling area, pedestrians often face danger due to drivers failing to yield. Guest: Lucy Maloney, Traffic Safety Advocate at Vision Zero Vancouver Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Should there be an investigation into the price of oil and gas?
April 02, 2024 14:58 - 10 minutesA letter has been sent to the Liberals calling for them to get the Competition Bureau to launch an investigation into oil and gas profits. They will also summon oil/gas CEOs to parliament to testify on gas prices. Guest: Peter Julian, NDP MP for Burnaby – New Westminster and NDP House Leader Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Do protests impact the decisions of our leaders?
April 02, 2024 14:23 - 10 minutesFrom gas prices, to carbon taxes to the ‘free Palestine’ protests that are being seen across Canada, how much do politicians actually listen to protests in this country? Guest: Scott Shantz, CKNW Contributor Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
View From Victoria: A frustrated government doing what?
April 02, 2024 14:22 - 16 minutesFrom gunfire in downtown Vancouver, to repeated ER closures and open drug use and overdose deaths, the NDP government is frustrated, shocked and disgusted, but will they change the way they have been governing for the last 7 years? Guest: Vaughn Palmer, Vancouver Sun Columnist Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Where are the germiest places in your office?
April 02, 2024 13:28 - 5 minutesAre you a germaphobe? If you are, there are a few places at your place of work that you may want to avoid! Guest: Scott Shantz, Contributor for Mornings with Simi Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
How mind-reading technology is helping the paralyzed walk
April 02, 2024 13:22 - 10 minutesAs researchers continue to explore the frontiers of neuroscience and artificial intelligence, profound ethical questions arise regarding the implications of mind-reading technology. Guest: Dr. Paul Bentley, Professor of Computer Science at University College London Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Full Show: How the Federal carbon tax hike effects BC, Vancouver gets alcohol-free store & replacing fireworks with drones
April 01, 2024 16:03 - 1 hourSeg 1: The untold history of Paldi, British Columbia Paldi, situated in the Cowichan Valley of British Columbia, is significant in the history of Sikh immigration to Canada. Guest: Craig Baird, Host of the Podcast “Canada History Ehx” Seg 2: Scott’s Thoughts: Beyonce's new album has dropped and it is a blend of R&B with country influence and a lot of people have opinions of it. Where do you put it on the music spectrum? Guest: Scott Shantz, Contributor for Mornings with Simi Seg 3: View From ...
Why is Chilliwack replacing its Canada Day fireworks with drones?
April 01, 2024 15:50 - 7 minutesThe City of Chilliwack is making a groundbreaking decision to transform its Canada Day celebrations by replacing traditional fireworks with a choreographed drone show. This move positions Chilliwack as the first region in the Lower Mainland to embrace drones as an alternative to fireworks. Guest: Ken Popove, Mayor of Chilliwack Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Is BC's approach to youth addiction working?
April 01, 2024 15:48 - 10 minutesIn "The Best Place: Addiction, Intervention, and Living and Dying Young in Vancouver," Danya Fast chronicles the lives of 20 young individuals battling substance use. Half of them tragically succumb to fatal overdoses, reflecting the severity of British Columbia's drug crisis. Guest: Dr. Danya Fast, Assistant Professor in the Department of Medicine at the University of British Columbia and Research Scientist at British Columbia Centre on Substance Use Learn more about your ad choices. Visit m...
What can we expect from the federal Carbon Tax?
April 01, 2024 14:47 - 7 minutesThe federal price on carbon increases today, but not in B.C. as we have a carbon pricing regime controlled entirely by provincial governments because those governments are in line with the federal standard on carbon pricing. Guest: David Akin, Global National Chief Political Correspondent Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Vancouver gets its first alcohol free liquor store
April 01, 2024 14:29 - 8 minutesVancouver is getting its first store dedicated to alcohol free drinks. Is it a good idea? Guest: Angela Hansen, Owner Operator of Mocktails, Vancouver's first exclusively alcohol free liquor store Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Is social media harmful to students’ cognitive abilities?
April 01, 2024 14:25 - 9 minutesFour major Canadian school boards have collectively filed multibillion-dollar lawsuits against social media giants accusing the companies of negligently designing products which they claim have a detrimental impact on student learning, behavior, and mental health. Guest: Colin R. McCormick, PhD Student in the Department of Psychology and Neuroscience at Dalhousie University Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
View From Victoria: Pierre rallies in BC
April 01, 2024 14:00 - 15 minutesThe carbon tax fight comes to B.C. Pierre Poilievre is rallying in Nanaimo today with 2 big themes. The carbon tax and the provincial NDP government. Guest: Vaughn Palmer, Vancouver Sun Columnist Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Scott’s Thoughts: Is Scott outraged Beyonce is ruining Country music?
April 01, 2024 13:35 - 8 minutesBeyonce's new album has dropped and it is a blend of R&B with country influence and a lot of people have opinions of it. Where do you put it on the music spectrum? Guest: Scott Shantz, Contributor for Mornings with Simi Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
The untold history of Paldi, British Columbia
April 01, 2024 13:20 - 8 minutesPaldi, situated in the Cowichan Valley of British Columbia, is significant in the history of Sikh immigration to Canada. Guest: Craig Baird, Host of the Podcast “Canada History Ehx” Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Full Show: Are you a hypochondriac?, Is foreign interference legal in Canada? & Should you drink milk?
March 29, 2024 15:53 - 1 hourSeg 1: Can you physically worry yourself sick? The term hypochondriasis for a state of disease without real cause reflected the ancient belief that the viscera of the hypochondria were the seat of melancholy and sources of the mist that caused morbid feelings. Guest: Caroline Crampton, Author of “A Body Made of Glass: A Cultural History of Hypochondria” Seg 2: View From Victoria: You will be paying more while Government employees GET paid more! If you’re thinking about increases coming on Mon...
Melting polar ice is changing how we keep time
March 29, 2024 15:47 - 10 minutesThe impending subtraction of a second from global timekeeping is a phenomenon driven by the Earth's changing rotation speed and is influenced by natural and anthropogenic factors. Guest: Duncan Agnew, Professor of Geophysics at the University of California San Diego and Author of the Study Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Is Canada keeping foreign interference legal?
March 29, 2024 14:53 - 11 minutesDemocracy Watch, represented by Ross & McBride LLP, has submitted a list of 10 key witnesses and approximately 140 questions to the Hogue Inquiry on Foreign Interference in Canadian Politics. Guest: Duff Conacher, Co-Founder of Democracy Watch Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Should adults drink milk?
March 29, 2024 14:42 - 6 minutesThe ongoing debate regarding whether adults should incorporate milk into their diets hinges on the delicate balance between its nutritional benefits and potential drawbacks, particularly related to digestive issues. Guest: Sara Langnas, Registered Dietitian Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
View From Victoria: You will be paying more while Government employees GET paid more!
March 29, 2024 14:05 - 15 minutesIf you’re thinking about increases coming on Monday, you are not alone. Your local MLA is also thinking about an increase, but it’s to their salary. Guest: Vaughn Palmer, Vancouver Sun Columnist Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Can you physically worry yourself sick?
March 29, 2024 13:23 - 10 minutesThe term hypochondriasis for a state of disease without real cause reflected the ancient belief that the viscera of the hypochondria were the seat of melancholy and sources of the mist that caused morbid feelings. Guest: Caroline Crampton, Author of “A Body Made of Glass: A Cultural History of Hypochondria” Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Full Show: Writing a love song with AI, The need to improve animal welfare in BC & Is there a dark side to the shrimp you're eating
March 28, 2024 16:26 - 1 hourSeg 1: Can A.I. compose a love song? In the early summer days in New England, Grigori lies to his fiancé, claiming to go to the office each morning while secretly pursuing a passion for composing music. Guest: Grigori Guitchounts, Neuroscientist, AI Researcher, and Writer Seg 2: View From Victoria: NDP gives some relief for Short Term Rental tax Parksville and other communities are getting an exemption from the new Short Term Rental tax. Guest: Vaughn Palmer, Vancouver Sun Columnist Seg 3: Ho...
Did the cargo company in the Baltimore bridge crash know the ship was unsafe?
March 28, 2024 15:48 - 9 minutesIn the aftermath of a cargo ship accident that destroyed a Bridge in Baltimore, it was revealed that the company chartering the ship, Maersk Line Limited, had been previously sanctioned for violating whistleblower protection laws. Guest: Katya Schwenk, Investigative Journalist for The Lever Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
The dark side of the global shrimp trade
March 28, 2024 15:37 - 11 minutesA 45-year-old American, hired as general manager at a large seafood processing plant in India, became alarmed by the plant's operations now being accused of violating labor laws and food regulations. Guest: Joshua Farinella, Former General Manager of Choice Canning Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Should BC improve its standard of care for farm animals?
March 28, 2024 14:55 - 8 minutesIn 2023, the BC SPCA collaborated with the Ministry of Agriculture and Food to assess and enhance the welfare framework for farmed animals in British Columbia. Guest: Marcie Moriarty, Chief Protection and Outreach Services with the BC SPCA Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
What do kids want for Easter?
March 28, 2024 14:28 - 5 minutesParents always strive to create magical holiday experiences for their children, and Easter is no exception. However, the pressure to buy the latest tech gadgets or trendy toys is increasing. Guest: Julia Cho, Director of Marketing at Purdys Chocolatier Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
How damaging are sports betting ads?
March 28, 2024 14:24 - 11 minutesCanada's largest mental health teaching hospital, has released a comprehensive document titled "Gambling Policy Framework," advocating for national regulations to curb gambling advertising and promotion. Guest: Dr. Bruce Kidd, Professor Emeritus of Sports and Public Policy at the University of Toronto Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices