Mornings with Simi
8,008 episodes - English - Latest episode: 10 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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Developers are offering incentives to home buyers, as slowdown in Vancouver real estate continues
April 25, 2019 19:44 - 7 minutesThere’s an interesting story in the Star Metro today… and it’s about a condo project in Coquitlam. They’re looking to entice millennial home buyers to purchase one of the 116 units. How, you ask? Well, firstly they’re reducing the down payment that’s needed - usually, it’s around 15 or 20 per cent, but at this condo project, they just want 10 per cent. Secondly, it’s the price. The condos are selling for around 400 thousand dollars. And then, perhaps, the greatest incentive of all: buyers ...
Science With Simi
April 25, 2019 19:04 - 9 minutesQuantum in the present Guest: Jason Tetro Author of the Germ Code and the Germ Files Host of the Super Awesome Science Show podcast on Curiouscast
Future of Work: Elevator repair
April 25, 2019 19:03 - 4 minutesYou probably use them every day, but have you ever thought about a career as an elevator technician? Listen to this report from CKNW Contributor Claire Allen...
The story of the Indian population, who got caught in South Africa’s struggle against Apartheid
April 25, 2019 19:02 - 9 minutesIt’s been 25 years since the first true democratic general elections were held in South Africa. The elections were the first in which citizens of all races were allowed to take part, and were therefore also the first held with universal adult suffrage. South Africa has the largest concentration of Indians outside of India. So how did they end up there and why did their population grow so rapidly? In a new Global News series shot in South Africa by Aalia Adam, she explores the lesser known hi...
Facebook breached Canada's privacy laws, watchdogs' report finds
April 25, 2019 18:54 - 9 minutesCanada's privacy commissioner says he's taking Facebook to court to enforce privacy laws on the social-media giant, following a major leak of personal data that was later used for political purposes. The complaint that triggered the probe followed reports that Facebook had let an outside organization use an app called "This is Your Digital Life" access users' personal information, some of which was shared with others. BC’s Information and Privacy Commissioner says it's not up to Facebook...
The Best of The Simi Sara Show - Wed Apr 24th 2019
April 24, 2019 20:53 - 1 hourChapter 1 🔥🔥 Hot question of the day 🔥🔥 Vote in @simisara980's 🔥 question of the day: how low does your fuel gauge have to go before you fill up your tank? Basically empty When fuel light comes on 25% full 50% full Chapter 2 Who’s to blame for the high cost of gas in Metro Vancouver? More pain at the pump for BC consumers - analysts say the new normal is $1.60 to $1.70 a litre, and if the U-S goes ahead with a threat to impose new sanctions on Iranian oil and the Iran retaliates, ...
Simi’s loser and winner of the day
April 24, 2019 20:53 - 5 minutesLoser Jim and Alex Burns, of Fishtown, Philadelphia A Philadelphia couple expecting their first child have sparked outrage for requesting high-maintenance, Paleo-friendly, and elaborate meals from their friends on a crowdsourcing page. Jim and Alex Burns are expecting their first child on April 29. To prepare, the couple set up a profile on Meal Train - a website that allows friends and loved ones to make home-cooked meals and deliver them to those who are sick, or in the Burns' cas...
North Van Shipyard Brewing District Development gets the go-ahead
April 24, 2019 20:43 - 6 minutesThe City of North Vancouver is moving forward on adding a “brewing district” to Lower Lonsdale. Council voted on April 15th to rewrite a portion of the city’s zoning bylaws to facilitate new breweries opening lounges down along Esplanade St. Brewers and business owners in the area are hopeful that Lower Lonsdale will become a craft beer destination similar to Port Moody. Guest: Holly Back City of North Vancouver Councilor
Common misconceptions about infertility
April 24, 2019 20:18 - 10 minutesAre Canadians becoming increasingly infertile?While people may not always feel comfortable sharing their fertility struggle, it is estimated that one in six Canadian couples are believed to be affected by it. Canadian Infertility Awareness Week takes place April 22nd through April 28th, and Dr. Sonya Kashyap joins the Simi Sara Show to discuss the advancements and popularity of egg freezing, medical infertility, and common misconceptions about infertility. Guest: Dr. Sonya Kashyap Medi...
B.C.'s top doctor officially calls for decriminalization of people who use drugs
April 24, 2019 19:52 - 13 minutesB.C.'s top doctor is calling on Ottawa to decriminalize hard drugs as one way to fight the overdose crisis. Dr. Bonnie Henry made her case in a 47 page report entitled, Stop The Harm. That includes prioritizes harm reduction support over criminal charges and preventing police agencies from sending resources related to simple possession. If Ottawa doesn't get on board she says the province has two options under the provincial police act. Guest: Dr. Bonnie Henry BC Provincial Health Officer
Travel Best Bets: How air travel impacts the human body
April 24, 2019 19:45 - 8 minutesDeals: Las Vegas (Pools now open!) May 26 Air & 3 nights hotel (Signature MGM; 4.5-star) $469 + $184 tax (653) Austin & Fredericksburg, Texas Jun 16-Sep 15 Air, 2 nights Austin, 2 nights Fredericksburg & car rental $999 + $165 tax 14 Night Antarctica Cruise Jan 18, 2020 Air, 14 night cruise, $50 onboard credit & transfers $4899 + $898 tax Guest: Claire Newell President and Founder of Travel Best Bets
‘We will declare war’: Philippines’ Duterte gives Canada one week to take back garbage
April 24, 2019 19:43 - 7 minutesAn environmental law firm in Victoria says Canada broke international rules when it dumped more than 100 shipping containers of garbage disguised as plastics for recycling into the Philippines six years ago. It’s because of a 30-year-old treaty called the Basel Convention, that prevents countries from shipping hazardous waste to the developing world without consent. Now, the Philippine president has threatened to ship all that garbage back to Canada and dump some of it at Canada's embassy i...
Beyond Meat burgers coming to grocery stores across Canada this May
April 24, 2019 19:24 - 10 minutesArriving just in time for barbeque season, Beyond Meat has announced that its burger will be available for purchase at large Canadian grocers starting in May. That’s right—you’ll soon find these plant-based burgs at Co-op Food Stores, Fresh Street Market, IGA, Loblaws, Longos, Metro, Save On Foods, Sobeys, and Whole Foods Market. Guest: Dr. Sylvain Charlebois Professor in Food Distribution and Policy at Dalhousie University
Future of Work: Millwrighting
April 24, 2019 19:21 - 4 minutesDo you know what a millwright does? If you or your child is thinking about taking up a trade, this is one you'll want to consider. Not only is the pay good, but the job is diverse making a millwright a real jack-of-all-trades. Many of B-C's biggest projects involve millwrights. And according to the experts, it's a job that will not only withstand technological changes but perhaps become more popular because of it.
Vancouver City Council votes to freeze development along proposed Broadway SkyTrain corridor
April 24, 2019 19:13 - 9 minutesSurrey City Council defeated a motion to pause development along the proposed Fraser Highway SkyTrain corridor. It was brought to council by Brenda Locke, and she says the city only has one chance to get the development right. So that needs to include public consultation, and a solid plan for how the land will be used. But Surrey’s Mayor, Doug McCallum, disagreed with Locke’s point of view. That was April 15th - so why are we mentioning this now? Well, Vancouver City Council has chosen to...
Who’s to blame for the high cost of gas in Metro Vancouver?
April 24, 2019 19:04 - 10 minutesMore pain at the pump for BC consumers - analysts say the new normal is $1.60 to $1.70 a litre, and if the U-S goes ahead with a threat to impose new sanctions on Iranian oil and the Iran retaliates, well, much higher prices will follow, to the point where the current price of $1.72 will seem like a bargain. John Horgan is pointing the fingers of blame towards the federal government for not doing more to stop price-gouging by gas companies. A few moments ago, we caught up with Dan McTeague ...
The Best of The Simi Sara Show - Tues Apr 23rd 2019
April 23, 2019 20:53 - 1 hourChapter 1 🔥🔥 Hot question of the day 🔥🔥 Vote in @simisara980's 🔥 question of the day: Jody Wilson-Raybould is contemplating a run as a Green Party candidate in the federal election this fall. Which party do you think she should run for? #cdnpoli Greens NDP Independent None - quit politics Chapter 2 Jody Wilson-Raybould contemplates running for the federal Green Party Jody Wilson-Raybould says she has spoken to the leader of the federal Green Party, Elizabeth May, numerous times ...
Simi’s loser and winner of the day
April 23, 2019 20:53 - 4 minutesLoser Los Angeles Police Department A Los Angeles police cruiser ran over a person sunbathing at Venice Beach. The incident took place Sunday on the sand between the Venice Beach boardwalk and the ocean. LAPD officers say they were on normal beach patrol when they noticed they had hit something after slightly turning their vehicle. When they got out of the cruiser to investigate, they noticed a 25 to 30-year-old woman underneath. According to Fox 11, the victim was a woman between the age...
Federal government commits $30 million to combat gang crime in BC
April 23, 2019 20:47 - 6 minutesThe federal government has committed $30 million to BC over the next five years, and six gang-related programs in Abbotsford, the Cariboo-Chilcotin region and the Greater Victoria region will benefit from some of the cash. The provincial and federal governments are promising to “pull out all the stops” to find ways to curb gun and gang violence and save young lives. Guest: Mike Farnworth Minister of Public Safety and Solicitor General
34 years after New Coke, here are some of the worst product flops of all time
April 23, 2019 20:43 - 9 minutesIn 1985, Coke was in trouble. Consumers were making the switch to the sweeter taste of its biggest rival, Pepsi. So on this day, 34 years ago, Coke tried to win some of those customers back. They launched New Coke. And as we know, it became one of the most infamous tales of unsuccessful marketing of all time. To mark the occasion, Simi looks back at some other big-name products that famously flopped.
Future of Work: Ridesharing
April 23, 2019 20:40 - 7 minutesBritish Columbians are getting increasingly frustrated with the government’s delay in bringing ridesharing to this province. Once that day comes, many BC residents will likely work part time or full time as a driver for a ridesharing company. Aaron Zifkin is the spokesperson for Lyft, and he joins us today to discuss how the company is waiting to set up shop in B.C., and what it’s like to work for Lyft. Guest: Aaron Zifkin Lyft spokesperson
Sri lanka social media blackout: a protection against misinformation, or interference in free speech?
April 23, 2019 20:38 - 15 minutesWe see it every day - misinformation spread on social media. It begins with a tweet, and before you know it, it gets shared and re-shared and the misinformation spreads. The Sri Lankan government took the step to shut down social media networks in the aftermath of the Easter Sunday bombings. They say it was to stop the spread of "false news reports". It's not clear when that shutdown will end. And as a result, many have been struggling to communicate with one another - arguably, at the time...
'Buzzy, swole, snowflake EGOT unplugs', and other new words in the Merriam-Webster dictionary
April 23, 2019 19:38 - 9 minutesGuest: Claire Allen Simi Sara Show contributor
Canada’s best selling author, Joy Fielding, discusses her latest book, and the popularity of the thriller genre
April 23, 2019 18:50 - 16 minutesJoy is a New York Times bestselling author of The Bad Daughter, She's Not There, Someone Is Watching, Charley's Web, Heartstopper, Mad River Road, See Jane Run and other acclaimed novels, AND has sold over 25 million copies worldwide. She really is Canada’s most beloved thriller writer, and one who was doing it long before the genre gained widespread popularity! Fielding’s newest novel, All the Wrong Places, is a complex, electrifying thriller about perils of online dating, friendship, jealo...
Future of Work: Electricians
April 23, 2019 18:42 - 7 minutesElectricity fundamentally powers our lives today. Without electricity, many of us would be lost in this modern world. With automation on the rise, what does the future of work look like for electricians? Lynda Steele Show technical producer Amir Ali looks at what the future holds for these electric world and the electricians we rely on to keep it powered.
RCMP recruiting accountants and tech experts in fight against money laundering and other organized crime: National Post report
April 23, 2019 18:42 - 8 minutesFor years, the RCMP has tackled organized crime by relying on the skills of investigators with a background in traditional, frontline policing. But that is set to change. The National Post is reporting today that the RCMP wants a broader range of skills among its staff who are assigned to big files like money laundering. Now, they'd like to see civilian specialists with backgrounds in accounting, engineering, and technology, working alongside police officers to help in the fight against ter...
Jody Wilson-Raybould contemplates running for the federal Green Party
April 23, 2019 18:40 - 9 minutesJody Wilson-Raybould says she has spoken to the leader of the federal Green Party, Elizabeth May, numerous times about running for the Greens in the federal election this fall. But she says she has not yet decided what her political future will look like. The MP for Vancouver-Granville was thrown out of the Liberal caucus earlier this month and was told she could not run for the Liberals in the upcoming federal election. Guest: Keith Baldrey Global BC Legislative Bureau Chief
The Best of The Simi Sara Show - Mon Apr 22nd 2019
April 22, 2019 21:18 - 1 hourChapter 1 🔥🔥 Hot question of the day 🔥🔥 Vote in @simisara980's 🔥 question of the day: A new episode of The Simpsons will be Canadian-themed, and will include a portrayal of Prime Minister, Justin Trudeau. We want to know: what's your favourite Simpsons episode? Mono.. d'oh! 🎵 We're talkin' softball 🎵 Sideshow bob vs rakes Other: reply and tell us! Chapter 2 At least 290 killed in bomb attacks at churches in Sri Lanka’s capital, Colombo At least 290 people are confirmed to have be...
At least 290 killed in bomb attacks at churches in Sri Lanka’s capital, Colombo
April 22, 2019 21:15 - 18 minutesAt least 290 people are confirmed to have been killed, and five hundred more injured after a series of bomb blasts in Sri Lanka’s capital, Colombo, yesterday, targeted churches and luxury hotels. In the aftermath, the country’s president has given the military sweeping war-time powers to arrest and detain suspects after the nine bombings. Guest: Dil Wickremasinghe Sri Lankan journalist living in Dublin, Ireland
How to Harness Microbes for Lifelong Health
April 22, 2019 20:47 - 10 minutesModern-day science has allowed us to prolong and improve life in astonishing ways, often by fending off germs and other invisible foes. But there’s no “immunity” to the inevitable signs of aging . . . or is there? In The Whole-Body Microbiome, the father-daughter team of Dr. Brett Finlay (a microbiologist) and Dr. Jessica Finlay (a specialist on aging) offers a different—and truly revolutionary—solution to the quest for the fountain of youth. While much has been written about bacteria in ...
Irshad Manji discusses the important diversity during these divided times
April 22, 2019 20:39 - 7 minutesDiversity of viewpoint is the essence of democracy. Which is why we won’t save democracy by putting labels such as “racist” on those who support the Trumps of our time. A truly new global order requires a new way to tribe out. Enter Irshad Manji and her dog, Lily. Raised to believe that dogs are evil, Manji overcame her fear of the “other” to adopt Lily. She got more than she bargained for. Defying her labels as an old, blind dog, Lily engages Manji in a taboo-busting conversation about iden...
How major food brands have shaped western palates
April 22, 2019 20:22 - 9 minutesIf you’ve ever looked at an older cookbook, you might have wondered how on earth people ever ate that stuff. A new book delves into the history of some of the strange but true recipes from years gone by. Christina Ward, author of ‘American Advertising Cookbooks’, joined Simi on the show today. Guest: Christina Ward Author of 'American Advertising Cookbooks'
How urban development is putting pressure on the habitats that need the most protection
April 22, 2019 20:21 - 10 minutesIt is Earth Day today, so it's a good time to look at a new report from the World Wildlife Fund about some of the conservation efforts in British Columbia, and in particular, in the Okanagan. Development is continuing to expand, as we know. Moreover, the report today is helping us understand the pressure that is putting on habitats that are in need of protection. Guest: James Snider VP of Science, Research and Innovation at the World Wildlife Fund in Canada
Travel Best Bets: Hotel Safety
April 22, 2019 19:39 - 8 minutes- Always keep the door locked - Don’t accept a street-facing ground floor room - Sanitize, bed bug search, lock up valuables - Don’t say your information out loud in public - Don’t give information over the phone - Double check locks and lights DEALS: 7 Night Las Vegas Cruise & Stay September 25 4 night cruise (Vancouver to LA), motor coach transfers to Vegas, 3 nights hotel in Las Vegas, airfare back to Vancouver $559 + $410 tax (969) Puerto Vallarta ...
At least 290 killed in bomb attacks at churches in Sri Lanka’s capital, Colombo
April 22, 2019 19:38 - 6 minutesSri Lanka's president has declared tomorrow as a national day of mourning. The statement also says that the country is seeking international assistance as it tries to get to the bottom of the Easter Sunday bomb blasts in the capital, Colombo. Sri Lanka is citing intelligence agencies' reports that “international groups” were involved with the attacks, which killed nearly 300 people. The statement also said the president instructed Sri Lanka's security forces to provide additional security a...
Proposal seeks to drop default speed limits on residential B.C. streets to 30 km/h
April 22, 2019 19:35 - 11 minutesShould B.C. lower unposted speed limits on residential streets to 30 kilometres per hour? It’s an idea being promoted by Vancouver Green Party Councillor, Pete Fry who wants to see the province drop the default speed limit on local streets. His motion to council calls for the city to work through the Union of B.C. Municipalities to lobby for the change. Guest: Pete Fry Vancouver City Councillor representing the Green Party
Future of Work: Mechanics
April 22, 2019 19:24 - 5 minutesWith alternative fuels and the future of the gas powered internal combustion engine in jeopardy and electric cars becoming more popular, what will happen to mechanics? Do electric motors require less maintenance and will you ever get an oil change again? Lynda Steele show contributor Eric Chapman has a look at the future of Car Mechanics.
Facebook’s content moderators: what is it like to have to sit and view the worst online content for a living?
April 19, 2019 20:52 - 9 minutesWe’ve been talking about social media companies and their belated efforts to try and crackdown on some of the controversial content you see on their sites, like the New Zealand shooting of fifty people which was life-streamed on Facebook before being shut down. Even after that more than a million attempts were made to upload that same video onto websites like YouTube and Facebook, and they had to try repeatedly to shut it all down. The people who do that are called Content Moderators, and i...
Can your subconscious brain change your life?
April 19, 2019 20:22 - 10 minutesHave you ever had one of those times when you’re driving home from work, like you always do, and you pull up at home and don’t remember the drive? It’s because your brain was on auto-pilot, and it can be disconcerting when that happens. It’s an example of what your subconscious brain can do - and there is more to it than that. Guest: Dr. Mike Dow Psychotherapist, best-selling author, and brain-health expert His latest book is called, ‘Your Subconscious Brain Can Change Your Life’
Do children need vitamin supplements? It may not be necessary.
April 19, 2019 20:09 - 7 minutesWe all know it’s important for children to get enough vitamins in their diet, but do we really need to be giving them supplements to fill in the gaps? Registered dietitian Desiree Nielsen told the Simi Sara Show that deciding whether or not to give your children vitamin supplements really depends on their own unique needs, with some exceptions. Guest: Desiree Nielsen Registered dietitian
Here’s why parents are being advised to practice ‘positive’ parenting
April 19, 2019 19:47 - 9 minutesWhen it comes to children's social and emotional development, perhaps nothing matters more than healthy relationships - especially the ones with their parents. That's why the Canadian Paediatric Society is advising paediatricians and family physicians to help parents cope with the inevitable challenges that come with raising kids. They're putting an emphasis on positive parenting - so that means moving away from punishment, and more towards empathy and communication. Guest: Dr. Andrea Felle...
37pc of Canadians experienced tinnitus in the past year
April 19, 2019 19:28 - 8 minutesMore than nine million Canadians experienced tinnitus in the past year, according to new research by Statistics Canada. Tinnitus is when you perceive a noise to be happening, but there's no actual sound-producing source that's causing it. In most cases, it's only the person with tinnitus that is picking up on the apparent sound. Guest: Pamela Ramage-Morin Senior Analyst for the Health Analysis Division at Statistics Canada
Meet one of the Canadians involved in the historic first photo of a black hole
April 19, 2019 19:24 - 7 minutesFor the first time in history, humankind can be witness to one of Einstein’s predictions: the existence of black holes. This morning, an international scientific team announced that they were able to see and capture the first-ever picture of a black hole. The black hole is situated at the center of the Messier 87 galaxy, a massive galaxy in the nearby Virgo galaxy cluster. The research was conducted by the Event Horizon Telescope (EHT) project, an international collaboration that began in 2...
Advice for the spouse who feels like they have to do everything
April 19, 2019 19:22 - 6 minutesA recent poll found the majority of US parents are still doing mundane tasks for their adult children, like reminding them of deadlines and making their appointments. But as many of us know: this isn’t just a problem exclusive to millennials. Lots of older people rely on their spouse to manage their schedules, make the dinner, run errands, and do menial household chores. So we wanted to find out some advice for the spouse who feels like they have to do everything. Guest: Susan Wenzel Rela...
Political theorist David Moscrops asks, ‘are we too dumb for democracy?’
April 19, 2019 19:13 - 13 minutesWith a general election this Fall, an Alberta election looming, and continued chaos south of the 49th, there’s an important question to ask: are we Too Dumb for Democracy? At least, that’s what political theorist and regular media commentator David Moscrop is asking in his new book of the same name, in which he asks why we make irrational political decisions and whether our stone-age brains can process democracy in the information age. Guest: David Moscrop Political Scientist at the Unive...
Future of Work: Robotic Reporter
April 19, 2019 19:10 - 7 minutesThere are many issues that are contributing to the uncertain future of journalism, and one of the biggest issues is the advancement of automation in newsrooms. In this report, CKNW contributor Claire Allen and a special guest explore how automation is changing the future of journalism.
How a Canadian transgender cyclist stood up for her rights and changed the world of sport
April 19, 2019 18:28 - 10 minutesWe are in the midst of a changing world of sport, and at the center of that is high-performance Canadian cyclist, and transgender woman, Kristen Worley. Her new book is called Woman Enough: How a Boy Became a Woman and Changed the World of Sport. She joined Simi on the show today. Guest: Kristen Worley Athlete and author
Are we ZUCKED? A new book explores if the world can wake up from the Facebook catastrophe
April 19, 2019 18:24 - 19 minutesZUCKED is the story of how a noted tech venture capitalist, an early mentor to Mark Zuckerberg and investor in his company, woke up to the serious damage Facebook was doing to our society and set out to try to stop it. Guest: Roger McNamee Author of Zucked: Waking Up to the Facebook Catastrophe
Burnaby business leaders back SFU gondola plan
April 18, 2019 21:23 - 9 minutesIt's an idea that's been floated for quite awhile now: a gondola service that would take passengers from the Expo and Millennium lines on the SkyTrain, up to Simon Fraser University on Burnaby Mountain. It would cost around $200 million to build. Support for the project has been growing - and it has a new advocate today in the Burnaby Board of Trade. Their CEO, Paul Holden, has written to Burnaby City Council, asking that the consultation between the city and Translink moves along to the n...
The Best of The Simi Sara Show - Thurs Apr 18th 2019
April 18, 2019 21:11 - 1 hourChapter 1 🔥🔥 Hot question of the day 🔥🔥 Vote in @simisara980's 🔥 question of the day: BC Ferries is launching a pilot project this June. If you buy a meal and eat at the Pacific Buffet you will be allowed to buy one or two drinks along with your food. Is this a good idea? Yes, love it! No, bad precedent Not sure Chapter 2 The Special Counsel’s Redacted Report is out - here is what we know. This morning, the long-anticipated redacted version of Special Counsel Robert Mueller’s repo...