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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The Best of The Simi Sara Show - Thurs Feb 7th 2019
February 07, 2019 21:52 - 1 hourChapter 1 🔥🔥 Hot question of the day 🔥🔥 Vote in @simisara980's 🔥 question of the day: in a Global News report, it’s alleged some B.C. officials may have deliberately allowed government-regulated casinos to be used as hubs for money laundering. Meanwhile, the BC Government and Service Employees Union has commissioned a study that says 77% of British Columbians favor a public inquiry, and 84% say it would be an important issue for them in a provincial election were called tomorrow. Is it no...
SIMI’S LOSER AND WINNER OF THE DAY
February 07, 2019 21:52 - 4 minutesLoser Baseball legend Lenny Dykstra, Baseball legend Lenny Dykstra is back in trouble! Officials and residents of a New Jersey town are complaining about Dykstra, saying he is destroying the quality of life in the area. Winner Bella and Sadie, two labrador dogs from Florida Bella and Sadie are two very loyal dogs who came to the rescue of their owner when she needed their help the most.
What to do with all the items Marie Kondo taught you don’t bring “joy”
February 07, 2019 21:44 - 7 minutesIf Netflix’s ‘Tidying Up With Marie Kondo’ has inspired you to tackle the clutter in your home, Value Village would like to remind you about what to do with the items that no longer ‘spark joy’. Listen to this report from contributor Claire Allen
1,489 died of suspected overdoses in B.C. in 2018
February 07, 2019 21:33 - 8 minutes1,489 British Columbians died of suspected overdoses last year - which is higher than the numbers who died in 2017. That’s more people than the combined total of those who died by suicides, homicides, and motor vehicle crashes. Guest: Lisa Lapointe British Columbia’s Chief Coroner
StatCan figures show that cannabis legalization has had little impact on number of users
February 07, 2019 21:22 - 13 minutesStatistics Canada says legalizing cannabis doesn't seem to have changed a whole lot how many people use the drug. And the figures also give us some of the demographics behind who is using cannabis, and why. Guest: Michelle Rotermann Senior Analyst in the Health Analysis at Statistics Canada
New research shows connection between heart conditions, stroke, and cognitive decline
February 07, 2019 20:43 - 10 minutesGuest: Dr. Lara Boyd Professor in the Department of Physical Therapy and at the Centre for Brain Health. She directs the Brain Behaviour Lab at UBC and a Heart & Stroke Foundation funded researcher
Science With Simi
February 07, 2019 19:43 - 8 minutesIn this week's Science with Simi segment, we find out how Lego is being used a means to increase scientific knowledge and education. Guest: Jason Tetro Author of the Germ Code and the Germ Files Host of the Super Awesome Science Show podcast on Curiouscast
Pilot program at St Paul’s gives a supply of Suboxone to overdose patients upon discharge
February 07, 2019 19:37 - 14 minutesThe Emergency Department at St Paul's hospital is providing opioid overdose patients with take away treatments upon discharge. The treatment package is three days worth of a drug called "Suboxone", which St Pauls has been administering in its Emergency Department for a few years. Guest: Dr Keith Ahamad Addictions physician at St Paul’s Hospital, and co-lead on the pilot project
Snow to hit the Lower Mainland as BC’s cold snap continues
February 07, 2019 19:02 - 6 minutesThis week’s cold snap continues, as snow returns to the immediate forecast for Metro Vancouver. A special weather statement issued early Thursday morning by Environment Canada warns of overnight snowfall continuing into Friday, as well as “bitterly cold arctic outflow winds Friday night and Saturday.” The warning covers the City of Vancouver and all surrounding Metro Vancouver communities. Guest: Mark Madryga Global BC Chief Meteorologist
‘BCLC could have stopped this’: Former casino investigators question whether officials unwilling to stop criminal activity
February 07, 2019 18:49 - 18 minutesSeveral former investigators who say they lost jobs in B.C.’s casino industry for whistle-blowing are questioning whether some B.C. officials deliberately allowed government-regulated casinos to be used as hubs for money laundering. In an exclusive investigation, Global News has conducted extensive interviews with the casino industry sources, and also reviewed documents and court testimony from several of the sources. The sources all pointed to allegations of “willful blindness” of dirty ca...
the Best of The Simi Sara Show - Wed Feb 6th, 2019
February 06, 2019 21:49 - 1 hourChapter 1 🔥🔥 Hot question of the day 🔥🔥 Vote in @simisara980's 🔥 question of the day: a mom has attracted comments online because she let her 10-year-old skip school for a mental health day. Have you ever taken a ‘mental health’ day off work or school? Yes, I needed the day. No, I never have. Chapter 2 Darryl Plecas speaks to the Simi Sara Show It’s a little over two weeks since Speaker of the Legislative Assembly, Darryl Plecas, released his bombshell report that alleged a litany o...
Advice for parents on national Eating Disorder Awareness Week
February 06, 2019 21:48 - 7 minutesThis week is national Eating Disorder Awareness Week, a week of action to highlight that many Canadians, even children and youth, are living with eating disorders. Many children are picky eaters, so how can you tell if there’s something more serious at play? Guest: Dr. Jennifer Coelho Psychologist at BC Children’s Hospital specialising in eating disorders
Key figures from BC’s black history celebrated this February
February 06, 2019 21:13 - 6 minutesGuest: Silvia Mangue President of the BC Black History Awareness Society
Travel Best Bets: tips to keep you safe while travelling
February 06, 2019 20:46 - 10 minutesRegister your trip at Travel.gc.ca Leave an itinerary with loved one Make a copy of your passport Know the 911 equivalent Wear seat belts & helmets Fasten seat belt when flying DEALS: Las Vegas, NV Feb 24 Air & 3nights at the 4.5-star Signature MGM Hotel $379 + $184 tax (563) 10 Night Hawaii Cruise April 29 Air, 10 night cruise & transfers (Celebrity Eclipse) (Honolulu to Vancouver) $1099 + $498 tax (1597) Luxury Tour of India (2 for 1 promo) Sep 7 Air, 8 night guid...
Would you let your child skip school for a mental health day?
February 06, 2019 19:53 - 10 minutesParents are quite familiar with snow days and sick days, but one mom has been attracting some attention online, because she detailed in a blog for the CBC that she allowed her 10-year-old daughter to take a mental-health day. Since then, she allows all three of her children to take one day off in the school year for their mental health, no questions asked. Is this something that more parents should be considering? And how do you make sure that it’s something your kids need? Guest: Julie Ro...
Quadriga case shines spotlight on cryptocurrency regulations
February 06, 2019 19:38 - 10 minutesCanada's largest crypto-currency exchange is dealing with the fallout from its founder's death. A Halifax court heard yesterday about difficulties accessing 180-million dollars in digital assets believed to be locked in Gerald Cotten's laptop. The sole director of the trading platform Quadriga C-X was travelling in India December 9th when he died suddenly from Crohn's disease complications. His wife says she has searched their home in Fall River, Nova Scotia and has been unable to find any p...
Darryl Plecas speaks to the Simi Sara Show
February 06, 2019 19:13 - 29 minutesIt’s a little over two weeks since Speaker of the Legislative Assembly, Darryl Plecas, released his bombshell report that alleged a litany of extravagant and flagrant overspending by staff at the BC Legislature. Sergeant-at-Arms, Gary Lenz, and Clerk of the House, Craig James, have not been charged with any crime and have denied all wrongdoing. They have until tomorrow to respond to the Legislative Assembly Management Committee, and we may learn their response in public then. Now, in his fi...
The Best Of The Simi Sara Show – February 5, 2019
February 05, 2019 21:58 - 1 hourChapter 1 Cold question of the day Vote in @simisara980's ❄ question of the day: B.C. is currently experiencing colder than usual weather. How are you feeling about it? Hate it! Love it! You call THAT cold?! You can vote on Twitter at @CKNW. You can also call the CKNW Buzz Line at (604) 331-BUZZ (2899) and leave your vote there! Chapter 2 New rules lead to a drop in provincial party donations Donations to political parties in British Columbia saw a significant drop last year, ...
Introducing Russia Rising
February 05, 2019 11:00 - 14 minutes“Russia Rising” is a new investigative podcast series hosted by Jeff Semple, the former Europe Bureau Chief for Global News. This series hopes to unravel the giant mystery behind Putin’s Russia with the help of those who know her best - Russian Trolls, Hackers, Putin Supporters, and even a former Russian K.G.B. agent. Join Jeff on the journey to unravel how Russia has gone from tenuous ally, to a potential global threat. Here’s a sneak peek from episode 2 of the series…. and while you’re l...
The Best of The Simi Sara Show - Mon Feb 4th, 2019
February 04, 2019 21:52 - 1 hourChapter 1 🔥🔥 Hot question of the day 🔥🔥 Vote in @MikeSmythNews's 🔥 question of the day: should auto insurance in B.C. be opened up to the private sector? Yes, competition is good! No, it would hurt ICBC. Chapter 2 Arrest of Scott Road shooter adds fuel to debate on Surrey’s municipal police force The fugitive suspected of shooting a transit police officer at Scott Road Station last Wednesday has been arrested. The successful operation by the Surrey RCMP has added fuel to the debate ...
SIMI’S LOSER AND WINNER OF THE DAY
February 04, 2019 21:52 - 4 minutesLoser Anonymous student in France This goes back to January 18th - a 23-year-old student was expecting a visit from his parents at his home in Rennes (REN). But that student was not happy, and didn’t want his parents to show up. His parents were due to travel by plane from the city of Lyon (LEE-on). They were happily sitting on the plane, and in the middle of their flight, when the plane had to be diverted and flown back to Lyon. Why? Because the student decided to sabotage their trip by ...
Canada pledges $53m for Venezuelans as political unrest continues
February 04, 2019 21:47 - 9 minutesRepresentatives from more than a dozen countries are in Ottawa for an emergency meeting on Venezuela, and they heard directly from opposition leader Juan Guaido (gwy-DOH') this morning. He appeared via video link to urge Canada and its Western Hemisphere partners to ramp up the pressure and end the dictatorship of President Nicholas Maduro. Correspondent Cody Weddle has more from Caracas, Venezuela. Prime Minister Justin Trudeau has announced 53 million dollars worth of humanitarian assist...
Why a Surrey councillor wants more whistleblower protection in the city
February 04, 2019 21:24 - 10 minutesA Surrey councillor wants to see the city hire an ethics commissioner and bring-in an expanded whistleblower policy. Jack Hundial has served notice of motion for introduction of a new position at the city: an ethics commissioner. Hundial is also looking to see the city's whistleblower policy expanded for city staff and contractors. Guest: Jack Hundial Surrey City Councillor representing the Safe Surrey Coalition
Ridesharing rules should be less restrictive than BC NDP is proposing, federal Competition Bureau says
February 04, 2019 20:50 - 9 minutesThe federal Competition Bureau is asking the BC government to introduce ridesharing rules that are less restrictive than is being proposed. They want drivers to have the flexibility to choose their own service areas, rather than requiring drivers to stay within limited geographic boundaries, and allow "market forces" to determine pricing, and how many drivers are available to serve passengers. Guest: Leila Wright Associate deputy commissioner of the federal Competition Bureau
Travel Best Bets: Your Airplane Seat to Do List
February 04, 2019 20:38 - 9 minutesCheck that the seatback TV works Check for a life jacket Sanitize your area Position the air vent Count the rows to exits DEALS: 7 Night Alaska Cruise Sept 18 7 night cruise (r/t Vancouver) & $50 on board credit (Volendam) Ports: Vancouver, Juneau, Skagway, Cruising Glacier Bay, Ketchikan $799 + $359 tax (1158) Maui, Hawaii May 15-Jun 19 Air & 7 nights hotel $899 + $237 tax (1136) 12 NIght Guided Tour of Italy August 23 Air, 12 nights guided vacation, 17 meals, si...
Cold snap hits BC, as wind chill values plunge to -20°C in the Fraser Valley
February 04, 2019 20:34 - 7 minutesIt's going to be a very cold few days in Metro Vancouver and Kamloops. Wind chill values in the Fraser Valley are plunging to -20°C - which is very unusual for that part of the province. Guest: Mark Madryga Global BC Chief Meterologist
Three unnamed BC Liberals MLAs will not contest the next provincial election
February 04, 2019 20:11 - 13 minutesThree unnamed MLAs have told BC Liberals leader, Andrew Wilkinson, that they will not contest the next provincial election. The party is looking for ways it can revamp its caucus to better reflect the diverse population of British Columbia. Guest: Keith Baldrey Global BC Legislative Bureau Chief
Majority of British Columbians want private auto insurance options, IBC poll suggests
February 04, 2019 19:45 - 14 minutesThe Insurance Bureau of Canada represents private insurance companies, and they’ve released a new opinion poll today, which suggests 82 per cent of British Columbians want more choice in auto insurance, and want private competition. Guest: Aaron Sutherland Vice President, Insurance Bureau of Canada
Arrest of Scott Road shooter adds fuel to debate on Surrey’s municipal police force
February 04, 2019 19:41 - 14 minutesThe fugitive suspected of shooting a transit police officer at Scott Road Station last Wednesday has been arrested. The successful operation by the Surrey RCMP has added fuel to the debate over whether Surrey should ditch the RCMP and have its own municipal police force instead - something that the city’s Mayor, Doug McCallum, desperately wants. Guest: Dianne Watts Mayor of Surrey from 2005 to 2014, former Conservative MP
The Best of The Simi Sara Show - Fri Feb 1st, 2019
February 01, 2019 21:54 - 1 hourChapter 1 🔥🔥 Hot question of the day 🔥🔥 Vote in @jodyvance's 🔥 question of the day: will the BC Greens be able to retain the seats they earned in 2017 come the next provincial election? No, they’re toast. Yes, they will hold. Remains to be seen. Chapter 2 Why do people still blow stop signs, when we’re now so aware of the deadly consequences? After a week of heartbreaking testimony by the Humboldt families, it seems many drivers are still blowing stop signs. Closer to home police a...
The real world consequences of political rhetoric that targets minority groups
February 01, 2019 21:51 - 14 minutesCBS News reporting on that attack on “Empire” actor Jussie Smollett. He says he has been completely honest with police as they investigate the attack on him in downtown Chicago on Tuesday. Smollett says he was the target of a homophobic and racially-charged attack. He says two masked men beat him and wrapped a rope around his neck. Last night, Ellen Page was on the Late Show with Stephen Colbert - and she gave an impassioned interview in which she said she is fed up with leaders like US Pre...
Foodie Friday with Caren McSherry
February 01, 2019 21:30 - 20 minutesSante Fe Chicken (serves 6) This colourful dish can be made ahead and reheated which is perfect for game day. You can serve it with a big bowl of corn chips or warmed tortillas. I like a bowl of sour cream on the side and a side of guacamole makes it even better! 1/2 cup olive oil (divided) 1 yellow onion diced (about 1 cup) 4 garlic cloves, minced 2 red bell peppers, seeded and diced 2 large cobs of fresh corn, shucked, or one 14 ounce can of kernel corn, drained well 2 large bonele...
US lawmakers consider a ban on vaccine opt-outs as Northwest measles outbreak worsens
February 01, 2019 20:54 - 14 minutesLawmakers in Washington state want to remove a provision that allows parents to opt out of vaccines for personal or philosophical beliefs. It comes as health officials confirm at least 43 cases of measles in an outbreak in Washington and Oregon. More than a dozen more cases are suspected. Guest: Dr Peter Hotez Dean of the National School of Tropical Medicine at Baylor College of Medicine in Houston Co-director of the Texas Children’s Hospital Center for Vaccine Development
Is the BC Greens drop in support in Nanaimo a sign of things to come?
February 01, 2019 20:03 - 20 minutesLots to break down from the week that was in BC politics - and the major drop-off of support for the BC Greens in Nanaimo. Could that be a sign of things to come? Guest: Keith Baldrey Global BC’s Legislative Bureau Chief
Man who allegedly shot Transit cop in Surrey identified
February 01, 2019 19:32 - 5 minutesPolice have identified a man who allegedly shot a Transit police officer at the Scott Road SkyTrain station Wednesday afternoon, and he remains at large. Surrey RCMP says the search is not limited to the containment area Bridgeview and that's why people need to be vigilant. Guest: Srushsti Gangdev Global News Reporter
Why falling condo prices could spell trouble for those who bought pre-construction units
February 01, 2019 19:23 - 10 minutesThe falling prices of condos in Vancouver is welcome news for people trying to find their way into the housing market. But where there are winners in the economy, so often there are also losers. And one of the victims may well be those who bought pre-construction units. Here to tell us why, is Vancouver realtor, Steve Saretsky. Guest: Steve Saretsky Vancouver Realtor
Why do people still blow stop signs, when we’re now so aware of the deadly consequences?
February 01, 2019 19:11 - 10 minutesAfter a week of heartbreaking testimony by the Humboldt families, it seems many drivers are still blowing stop signs. Closer to home police are still searching for the driver of a BMW who killed a 53 yr old woman at a crosswalk late last month…. A deadly hit and run, at east 41st at Commercial. A few of us here at CKNW and Global news were musing on twitter about how rampant this practice of NOT stopping at stop-signs has become. Near misses are constant. Joining us on the line is Jill Ben...
The Best of The Simi Sara Show - Thurs, Jan 31st 2019
January 31, 2019 21:55 - 1 hourChapter 1 🔥🔥 Hot question of the day 🔥🔥 Vote in @MikeSmythNews's 🔥 question of the day: should the planned Broadway SkyTrain line in Vancouver be extended to UBC? Yes! Great for students. No, it causes problems. Chapter 2 NDP bucks byelection trends to win big in Nanaimo The BC NDP have retained their slender hold on power as their candidate easily won last night's provincial byelection in Nanaimo. It means the NDP-Green alliance still controls 44 seats in the legislature to the 42 ...
How to train for the Vancouver Sun Run
January 31, 2019 21:54 - 15 minutesThe Vancouver Sun Run is Canada’s largest 10K road race, and it takes place again on April 14th. It's just over 10 weeks away, so there's still time if you're thinking you want to get off the couch and start training. Let's get some tips for training - and we've got an Olympic medallist on the line to tell us how. Guest: Lynn Kanuka Athletics coach, and bronze medallist in the 1984 Summer Olympics
Vancouver City Council votes to endorse SkyTrain extension to UBC
January 31, 2019 21:33 - 9 minutesVancouver City Council has voted to endorse an extension of the planned Broadway SkyTrain line, so that it goes all the way out to UBC. But some councillors have major concerns - including transit fares going up, the impact on businesses during construction, and land values skyrocketing which could push people further out from Vancouver. Guest: Lisa Dominato Vancouver City Councillor representing the NPA
Police misconduct in Surrey Six investigation revealed as publication ban is lifted
January 31, 2019 21:03 - 13 minutesAfter a submission by Global News and the CBC, portions of a publication ban have been lifted and we can now reveal for the first time some of the details of the misconduct by RCMP officers investigating the Surrey Six murders. One of those officers, Derek Brassington, was having parties and regular sex with a key witness in locations across Canada, during a timeframe that spanned months. Brassington lied to other police officers, and manipulated the witness-protection program in order to s...
How will the judge decide what the sentence should be for the semi-truck driver who crashed into the Humboldt Broncos’ bus?
January 31, 2019 20:39 - 14 minutesA Crown prosecutor says a truck driver who caused the deadly Humboldt Broncos crash should serve 10 years in prison. Thomas Healey has told a sentencing hearing in Melfort, Saskatechewan, that the horrific and unprecedented collision calls for a lengthy sentence. Jaskirat Singh Sidhu of Calgary has pleaded guilty to 29 counts of dangerous driving. Court has heard he blew through a stop sign and into the path of the junior hockey team's bus in rural Saskatchewan last April. 16 people died and...
Cold weather on the way for Vancouver and Kamloops
January 31, 2019 20:32 - 5 minutesLots of talk these past few days about the ‘polar vortex’ sweeping so many other parts of the country… but now we’re going to get some of that cold weather coming our way. Let’s check in with Mark Madryga for a look at what’s coming to us in Vancouver and Kamloops. Guest: Mark Madryga Global BC Chief Meteorologist
SCIENCE WITH SIMI
January 31, 2019 20:22 - 10 minutesThis week on the Super Awesome Science Show, host Jason Tetro finds out how sharing stress can be beneficial to people. We spoke to Jason about the science behind it on our weekly Science With Simi segment. Download the Super Awesome Science Show on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, or wherever you get your favourite podcasts. Guest: Jason Tetro Host of the Super Awesome Science Show podcast
Transit police officer recovering after shooting at Surrey SkyTrain station
January 31, 2019 20:18 - 8 minutesAs the manhunt continues for the gunman who shot a transit cop on the platform of the Scott Road SkyTrain station, Surrey RCMP say roads in the area are open, but officers continues to check vehicles entering or leaving the area of King George Boulevard to 114th AVenue, and 125A Street to 124th Street. As well, police are asking non-residents to stay away. They are telling residents to resume their regular activities, however they should remain vigilant and report any suspicious activity by ...
NDP bucks byelection trends to win big in Nanaimo
January 31, 2019 20:13 - 27 minutesThe BC NDP have retained their slender hold on power as their candidate easily won last night's provincial byelection in Nanaimo. It means the NDP-Green alliance still controls 44 seats in the legislature to the 42 seats held by the BC Liberals . But the victory comes at high cost to the BC Greens as that party fell to about seven per cent of the vote from the 20 per cent it captured in the last general election. Guest: Andrew Wilkinson Leader of the British Columbia Liberal Party Guest: K...
The Best of The Simi Sara Show - Wed, Jan 30th 2019
January 30, 2019 21:56 - 1 hourChapter 1 The Question of the day A logbook review has found the driver of the semi truck in the Humboldt Broncos collision had 70 violations in the days leading up to the crash, which killed 16 people and injured 13. @MikeSmythNews wants to know: what would be an appropriate sentence for Jaskirat Singh Sidhu? Fine and driving ban 1-5 years in prison 5-10 years in prison Over 10 years in prison Chapter 2 Nanaimo byelection It's voting day in the Nanaimo byelection, and one of the ...
SIMI’S LOSER AND WINNER OF THE DAY
January 30, 2019 21:56 - 4 minutesLoser: Police deputy Steven O’Leary in Martin County, Florida Martin County Sheriff William Snyder says 11 people have been released from the jail based on actions surrounding a fired deputy. Deputy Steven O'Leary was let go after it was determined that the deputy had submitted evidence in drug cases that turned out not to be illegal drugs. One man sat inside a Florida jail for six weeks for a crime he didn’t commit. The charge was trafficking heroin - but he actually had laundry detergen...
Could Meng Wanzhou’s extradition impact BC’s trade with China?
January 30, 2019 21:48 - 7 minutesIn 2017, China traded more with BC than any other Canadian province, meaning we have the most to lose from a downturn in trans-Pacific trade. So how might ongoing diplomatic tensions affect industries and workers here in our province? Guest: Margaret McCuaig-Johnston Senior Fellow at the China Institute at the University of Alberta Distinguished Fellow at the Asia Pacific Foundation of Canada
What benefits could ridesharing bring to the economy in Metro Vancouver?
January 30, 2019 21:35 - 10 minutesGuest: Joseph Okpaku Vice President of Policy at Lyft