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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‘Gig work’ has exploded in Canada
March 20, 2024 14:32 - 8 minutesHave you ever done gig work? If so, you’re not alone! Turns out a whole lot of us have been doing it. Guest: Professor Thomas Sasso, Gordon S Lang School of Business and Economics, University of Guelph Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Can Ottawa improve the state of Indigenous affairs?
March 20, 2024 14:20 - 7 minutesThe federal auditor-general, Karen Hogan, has drawn attention to the longstanding challenges facing Indigenous Peoples, pointing out a distressing pattern of failure in federal programs to support them. Guest: Karen Hogan, Auditor General of Canada Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
View From Victoria: Safe supply gets a bad review
March 20, 2024 14:14 - 15 minutesA new report is showing the devastating results of safe supply, safe consumption sites and overdose prevention. Guest: Vaughn Palmer, Vancouver Sun Columnist Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Scott's Thoughts: The next James Bond is.....?
March 20, 2024 14:13 - 7 minutesThere is speculation that there has been a new James Bond named. Guest: Scott Shantz, CKNW Contributor Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
What is consciousness?
March 20, 2024 13:22 - 8 minutesScience has increased the length and quality of our lives, and the technology commonplace in the modern world would have seemed like magic to our ancestors. Guest: Dr. Philip Goff, Professor of Philosophy at Durham University and Author of “Why? The Purpose of the Universe” Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Full Show: Deathbed visions, Cleaning up Crab Park & How droughts impact the wallets of BC residents
March 19, 2024 16:48 - 1 hourSeg 1: What can we learn from deathbed visions? Deathbed visions are profound and mysterious experiences reported by individuals as they approach the end of their lives. These visions often involve encounters with deceased loved ones, reliving significant life events, or experiencing peace and transcendence. Guest: Phoebe Zerwick, Award-Winning Investigative Journalist and Associate Professor of Writing and Journalism at Wake Forest University Seg 2: How the public is paying tribute to Brian ...
Is BC's Camembert cheese on the brink of extinction?
March 19, 2024 15:49 - 11 minutesCamembert cheese is at risk of extinction due to the dwindling availability of Penicillium camemberti, the fungus responsible for its characteristic rind and flavour. Guest: Doug Smith, Operations Manager of Natural Pastures Cheese Co. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Why are First Nations condemning the CRAB Park cleanup?
March 19, 2024 15:37 - 8 minutesThe Vancouver Park Board has announced plans to conduct a cleanup operation at CRAB Park due to safety concerns arising from the accumulation of various hazards within the park. Guest: Chief Terry Teegee, Regional Chief of the British Columbia Assembly of First Nations Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
How do droughts impact the production of goods?
March 19, 2024 15:00 - 8 minutesDroughts, particularly in agricultural regions, pose significant risks to communities, supply chains, and society as a whole. These adverse weather conditions have had detrimental effects on crop health and productivity. Guest: Dr. Kai Chan, Professor at UBC’s Institute of Resources, Environment & Sustainability and Canada Research Chair on Rewilding and Social-Ecological Transformation Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Could garden exploration improve tourism in BC?
March 19, 2024 14:31 - 6 minutesGardens BC recently announced the expansion of their website and its seven new garden-centered travel itineraries, making visiting BC’s stunning gardens easier than ever for locals and travellers. Guest: Geoff Ball, President of Gardens BC Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Why are tweens obsessed with outrageously priced skincare?
March 19, 2024 14:23 - 8 minutesIn recent years, there has been a remarkable surge in interest among young people, particularly teenagers and tweens, in skincare. This phenomenon marks a significant shift in generational attitudes towards personal grooming and self-care. Guest: Dr. Eric Li, Associate Professor of Consumer Culture and Marketing at the University of British Columbia Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
View From Victoria: Is the government concerned about the need for change?
March 19, 2024 14:04 - 16 minutesIn the latest poll by Angus Reid, about half of British Columbians said ‘yes’ to the need for a change of government. So why is the government not concerned? Guest: Vaughn Palmer, Vancouver Sun Columnist Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
How the public is paying tribute to Brian Mulroney
March 19, 2024 13:38 - 4 minutesStarting this afternoon, members of the public can pay tribute to Brian Mulroney by visiting his casket in Ottawa. Guest: Mackenzie Gray, Senior Correspondent for Global News National Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
What can we learn from deathbed visions?
March 19, 2024 13:36 - 11 minutesDeathbed visions are profound and mysterious experiences reported by individuals as they approach the end of their lives. These visions often involve encounters with deceased loved ones, reliving significant life events, or experiencing peace and transcendence. Guest: Phoebe Zerwick, Award-Winning Investigative Journalist and Associate Professor of Writing and Journalism at Wake Forest University Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Full Show: Moving trees for climate change, Will Canada experience a measles outbreak? & Forcing kids into addiction services
March 18, 2024 16:02 - 1 hourSeg 1: Can moving trees save our forests? Assisted tree migration is a strategy employed in forestry and conservation to address the challenges posed by climate change. But does it work? Guest: Greg O’neill, a Research scientist with BC’s Ministry of Forests, lands, and natural resource operations. Seg 2: Scott’s Thoughts: Fighting about freakin’ traffic! Where in the lower mainland will you find the WORST traffic? Depending on who you are and your daily commute, the answers might be wildly d...
Could a solution to student housing also be a benefit to seniors?
March 18, 2024 15:53 - 11 minutesCape Breton University and Town House, a Glace Bay organization, are collaborating on a housing program with the aim of pairing students needing housing with seniors who have extra space. Guest: Cynthia Conley, Director, Department of Social Work, Cape Breton University. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Should Parents be allowed to force their kids into care programs?
March 18, 2024 15:40 - 7 minutesBritish Columbia legislators are considering a bill for the third time in six years allowing parents to force teens into health care for severe drug addictions or involvement in the sex trade. Guest: Professor Grant Charles, UBC School of Social Work and a member of the UBC behavioural research ethics board. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Was the E-Comm outage over the weekend a bigger problem?
March 18, 2024 15:00 - 8 minutesB.C.'s largest 911 service provider experienced delays due to an "unplanned outage" on Saturday morning. E-Comm 911 advised callers waiting to speak with a call taker to remain on the line for assistance. Guest: Oliver Gruter-Andrew, President and CEO of E-Comm Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Should we ban TikTok in Canada?
March 18, 2024 14:31 - 8 minutesAs The United States looks at banning TikTok in the country, should Canada look at doing the same thing? Or are the problems with social media much bigger than just one specific company? Guest: Carmi Levy, Tech analyst and writer Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Is Canada on the brink of a measles outbreak?
March 18, 2024 14:24 - 8 minutesMeasles cases are increasing in Canada, with at least 31 cases reported so far in 2024, the highest annual total since 2019. Guest: Caroline Colijn, SFU Professor and Canada 150 Research chair in mathematics for infection, evolution, and public health Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
View From Victoria: The back n forth Baloney!
March 18, 2024 14:03 - 14 minutesPierre Poilievre calls on David Eby to join seven other premiers in asking for a pause on the pending 23% increase in the carbon tax but Eby pushes back. Guest: Vaughn Palmer, Vancouver Sun Columnist Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Scott’s Thoughts: Fighting about freakin’ traffic!
March 18, 2024 13:31 - 6 minutesWhere in the lower mainland will you find the WORST traffic? Depending on who you are and your daily commute, the answers might be wildly different! Guest: Scott Shantz, CKNW Contributor Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Can moving trees save our forests?
March 18, 2024 13:30 - 9 minutesAssisted tree migration is a strategy employed in forestry and conservation to address the challenges posed by climate change. But does it work? Guest: Greg O’neill, a Research scientist with BC’s Ministry of Forests, lands, and natural resource operations. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Full Show: Blocking out the sun, Tracking great white sharks & Holding Social Media companies accountable
March 15, 2024 16:16 - 57 minutesSeg 1: Let’s Block out the sun, Because that’s a good idea! Solar radiation modification is being explored as a solution to the climate crisis. Methods include firing sulfur droplets into the stratosphere, spraying salty water into clouds, or scattering glass over polar ice to slow global warming. Guest: Chandra Bhusan, President and CEO at the international forum for environment, sustainability and technology. Seg 2: View From Victoria: The Canadian Taxpayers Federation has obtained a copy o...
Holding social media companies accountable
March 15, 2024 16:10 - 7 minutesProposed legislation in BC aims to recover health-related costs from alleged wrongdoers, including social media giants. Guest: Niki Sharma, Attorney General of BC Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Pet Week: Pet Insurance and Pet Deaths
March 15, 2024 14:48 - 9 minutesIt’s always a big debate, should you or should you not get pet insurance? What is covered and what is not? Guest: Rebecca GreenStein, veterinary expert and medical advisor for rover.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
How tracking a shark’s adventures can help protect the species
March 15, 2024 14:31 - 7 minutesA 14-foot Great White Shark has sparked interest among scientists for her remarkable journey across the Gulf of Mexico. Her movements are being closely monitored to understand the behavior and habitat preferences of these apex predators. Guest: Megan Winton, Fisheries Scientist with the Atlantic White Shark Conservancy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
The Weekly Cecchini Check-in for Mar 15, 2024
March 15, 2024 14:23 - 8 minutesIt looks like a rerun of Biden and Trump in the upcoming US Presidential election. Guest: Reggie Cecchini, Washington Correspondent for Global News Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
View From Victoria: Will FIFA get a blank cheque from BC Taxpayers
March 15, 2024 14:22 - 12 minutesThe Canadian Taxpayers Federation has obtained a copy of the deal between FIFA and Toronto, and it looks like a blank cheque for FIFA. Guest: Vaughn Palmer, Vancouver Sun Columnist Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Let’s Block out the sun, Because that’s a good idea!
March 15, 2024 13:24 - 8 minutesSolar radiation modification is being explored as a solution to the climate crisis. Methods include firing sulfur droplets into the stratosphere, spraying salty water into clouds, or scattering glass over polar ice to slow global warming. Guest: Chandra Bhusan, President and CEO at the international forum for environment, sustainability and technology. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Full Show: Cleaning up the internet, More truck parking in Surrey & Canadians hate their jobs
March 14, 2024 16:35 - 1 hourSeg 1: What to do about the ‘junkification’ of the internet? AI is making it harder to know what is real, and what is fake on the internet. Is there a way for the internet to clean itself up? Guest: Nathaniel Lubin, founder of the better internet initiative Seg 2: Scott’s Thoughts: Commercial drive Named one of the coolest streets in the world Commercial Drive in Vancouver has been named one of the "Coolest Streets in the World" by Time Out magazine. Guest: Scott Shantz, Contributor for Morni...
Canadians want to leave their jobs!
March 14, 2024 15:27 - 9 minutesA report by Hays reveals that 71% of Canadian workers are considering leaving their jobs this year in search of better opportunities. Guest: Jackie Burns, Hays Recruiting Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Pet Week: What you should know BEFORE adopting a pet.
March 14, 2024 15:03 - 9 minutesPets are great! But they are also a lot of work. What are some things to consider before heading down to your local adoption centre and bringing a furry new friend into your home? Guest: Jasmine McBride, Fostering Hope Animal Rescue Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
It’s Pie Day! Let's talk about Pie!
March 14, 2024 14:39 - 7 minutesToday is March 14th, or 03.14 or PI DAY! or PIE DAY! So let's talk about the art of the pie! Guest: Jenell Parson, President and Founder of the Pie Hole. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
More truck parking coming to Surrey, but is it enough?
March 14, 2024 14:38 - 8 minutesThe City of Surrey plans to build 150 new parking spaces for commercial truckers. Guest: Amit Kumar, President of the Canadian Trucking association of BC Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
View From Victoria: Back to Surrey with a secret negotiation
March 14, 2024 14:27 - 15 minutesThe Province has made a new and final offer to Surrey but the details of the offer have been kept quiet with both sides saying they are not talking about it. Guest: Vaughn Palmer, Vancouver Sun Columnist Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Scott’s Thoughts: Commercial drive Named one of the coolest streets in the world
March 14, 2024 13:41 - 6 minutesCommercial Drive in Vancouver has been named one of the "Coolest Streets in the World" by Time Out magazine. Guest: Scott Shantz, Contributor for Mornings with Simi Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
What to do about the ‘junkification’ of the internet?
March 14, 2024 13:40 - 8 minutesAI is making it harder to know what is real, and what is fake on the internet. Is there a way for the internet to clean itself up? Guest: Nathaniel Lubin, founder of the better internet initiative Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Full Show: Why do we swear in conversation?, Taking a stand against forced labour & Avoiding overspending at the mechanics
March 13, 2024 15:54 - 1 hourSeg 1: What makes us want to swear? The origins of swearing are deeply rooted in human history and culture, reflecting the complex interplay between language, religion, and social norms. Guest: Dr. Emma Byrne, Neuroscientist and Author of “Why Swearing is Good For You” Seg 2: Scott’s Thoughts: Harsh fines for parents dropping off kids Parents of students at a Kitsilano school are frustrated and angry that they are being ticketed by bylaw officers over parking illegally while dropping off the...
Making Cents of the Markets for Mar 13, 2024
March 13, 2024 15:51 - 9 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
Does BC's recovery sector need more funding?
March 13, 2024 15:33 - 9 minutesThe mental health and addictions minister of BC recently announced a significant investment of $117 million aimed at improving the quality of care provided at existing recovery and treatment centers across the province. Guest: Susan Sanderson, Executive Director of the Realistic Success Recovery Society Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Pet Week: What it’s like to be an exotic pet owner
March 13, 2024 15:02 - 8 minutesWhen people say they have pets in the house, most would immediately think of a dog or cat, but there are a lot of other, more exotic pets that give people joy and companionship. Guest: Bailey Darrah, Animal Wrangler and Educator at Hands On Exotics Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
How to avoid being swindled by mechanics
March 13, 2024 14:35 - 7 minutesAutoCate is a newly-launched membership-based platform founded by Stefanie Bruinsma, an engineer and mechanic graduate from the University of Waterloo. Guest: Stephanie Bruinsma, Industry Engagement Manager for the University of Waterloo's Faculty of Engineering Research Office and Founder of AutoCate.ca Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Should Canada take a firmer stance against forced labour?
March 13, 2024 14:24 - 8 minutesCanada is facing calls to take a tougher stance against imports made through forced labor, particularly in light of recent investigative reports uncovering the involvement of North Korean workers in processing seafood for export. Guest: Lori Waller, Communications Officer for Above Ground (Human Rights and Corporate Accountability Project) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
View From Victoria: Is there diversion of safe supply drugs?
March 13, 2024 14:01 - 14 minutesIs BC’s Safe supply being diverted into the illegal drug trade? The Solicitor General, Mike Farnworth downplays the idea of ‘widespread’ diversion. Guest: Vaughn Palmer, Vancouver Sun Columnist Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Scott’s Thoughts: Parents get harsh fines at school drop-off
March 13, 2024 13:34 - 4 minutesParents of students at a Kitsilano school are frustrated and angry that they are being ticketed by bylaw officers over parking illegally while dropping of their kids at school. Guest: Scott Shantz, Contributor for Mornings with Simi Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
What makes us want to swear?
March 13, 2024 13:24 - 8 minutesThe origins of swearing are deeply rooted in human history and culture, reflecting the complex interplay between language, religion, and social norms. Guest: Dr. Emma Byrne, Neuroscientist and Author of “Why Swearing is Good For You” Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Full Show: What is a crab museum?, Disclosing payments by Big Pharma & Banning citizens from council meetings
March 12, 2024 16:11 - 1 hourSeg 1: What is a crab museum? The Crab Museum, located in Margate, Kent, was founded in 2021 by Ned Suesat-Williams, his brother Bertie, and their friend Chase Coley. Guest: Ned Suesat-Williams, Crab Enthusiast and Director of the Crab Museum in Margate, Kent Seg 2: Scott’s Thoughts: Put an Emoji on your bill and get a better tip! New research is showing that if a receipt has an emoji on it, you can expect a bigger tip from your patron. Guest: Scott Shantz, Contributor for Mornings with Simi...
Should Surrey bar community members from speaking at City Hall?
March 12, 2024 15:47 - 8 minutesThe Surrey city council is considering a return to electronic meetings in response to disruptions from protesters urging a ceasefire in the Israel-Hamas war. Guest: Dr. Hamish Telford, Associate Professor of Political Science, University of the Fraser Valley Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
How will Surrey Memorial staff its new acute care tower?
March 12, 2024 15:29 - 9 minutesThe B.C. government has announced plans to build a new critical-care tower at Surrey Memorial Hospital to increase surgical capacity and enhance services for pediatric, perinatal, women's health, mental health, and stroke care. Guest: Caelie Frampton, Policy and Planning Coordinator for the Hospital Employees’ Union of BC Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices