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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Why do orcas keep attacking ships?
November 08, 2023 16:01 - 8 minutesA group of orcas, or killer whales, attacked and sank a boat off the coast of Morocco in the Strait of Gibraltar on Halloween, marking the fourth such incident in the last two years in southwestern Europe. Guest: Dr. Andrew Trites, Professor and Director of the Marine Mammal Research Unit at UBC’s Institute for Oceans and Fisheries Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Why don’t more Canadians go to the dentist?
November 08, 2023 15:27 - 9 minutesWith the federal government expected to make an announcement before the end of the year on a federal dental plan, new data shows just how few people are actually going to get their teeth checked on a regular basis. Guest: Dr. Heather Carr, President of the Canadian Dental Association Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
View From Victoria: Jurisdictional creep!
November 08, 2023 15:14 - 15 minutesView From Victoria: Jurisdictional creep is where one level of government complains that another is poaching in its territory. That was one theme of Premier David Eby’s news conference with NFLD premier. We get a local look at the top political stories with the help of Vancouver Sun columnist Vaughn Palmer. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Would graphic warnings stop you from eating meat?
November 08, 2023 14:39 - 8 minutesIf you want to purchase a box of cigarettes, you’ll see graphic images of diseases that are attributed to smoking. Could the same tactic on meat products be a thing? Guest: Scott Shantz, Contributor for Mornings with Simi Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Why do female frogs fake their death during mating season?
November 08, 2023 14:21 - 7 minutesFemale European common frogs employ complex behaviors to resist unwanted male advances during mating, a recent scientific study has revealed. This research challenges the conventional notion that female frogs merely passively submit to male coercion. Guest: Dr. Carolin Dittrich, Behavior Ecologist at the University of Veterinary Medicine Vienna Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Full Show: Why are we here?, The carbon tax debate & Being forgotten while seeking cancer treatment
November 07, 2023 17:32 - 1 hourSeg 1: Why are we here? What's the point of existence? On the 'big questions' of meaning and purpose, Western thought has been dominated by the dichotomy of traditional religion and secular atheism. Guest: Dr. Philip Goff, Professor of Philosophy at Durham University and Author of “Why? The Purpose of the Universe” Seg 2: After talking to a guest who befriended a crow, we were bombarded with emails about other peoples experiences with the black bird! Guest: Scott Shantz, Contributor for Morni...
How BC Cancer forgot about a patient
November 07, 2023 16:54 - 12 minutesAfter telling our guest she was a priority and they’d get her in for treatment in 1-2 weeks. The referral was never made. Kristin ended up having to go to the US to receive her cancer treatment. Guest: Kristin Logan, Cancer patient lost faith in BC’s health care system saying Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Why was Randall Hopley granted parole?
November 07, 2023 16:46 - 9 minutesB.C. Premier David Eby expressed deep concern at the release of a known sex offender who targeted children and managed to escape supervision. Guest: Bill Graveland, National Correspondent for The Canadian Press Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Will BC United get rid of BC’s carbon tax?
November 07, 2023 15:50 - 10 minutesThe Liberals and the Bloc Québécois rejected a motion to extend a carbon tax exemption to all home heating forms, proposed by Conservative Party Leader Pierre Poilievre. The motion was non-binding and aimed at preventing regional favoritism. Guest: Kevin Falcon, Leader of the Opposition for BC United Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
What are the benefits to taking a cold plunge?
November 07, 2023 15:28 - 7 minutesAre you someone that jumps on board with the latest health trends? Show contributor Scott Shantz has been dipping his toes into one of the recent big ones, but are the benefits all that they really claim to be? Guest: Dr. Stephen S Cheung, Professor and Senior research fellow at Brock University department of Kinesiology & Kelli King, University of Ottawa Department of Human Kinetics Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Would BC benefit from the federal carbon tax exemption?
November 07, 2023 15:22 - 9 minutesA carbon tax is a policy tool aimed at reducing greenhouse gas emissions by placing a price on carbon emissions from the combustion of fossil fuels. Guest: Dr. Kathryn Harrison, Professor of Political Science at the University of British Columbia Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
View From Victoria: Eby pumps up the heat
November 07, 2023 15:21 - 14 minutesView From Victoria: Premier David Eby is an outlier when it comes to the carbon tax relief that other Premiers are talking about. We get a local look at the top political stories with the help of Vancouver Sun columnist Vaughn Palmer. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Do crows make good side-kicks and other birdy things
November 07, 2023 14:40 - 6 minutesAfter talking to a guest who befriended a crow, we were bombarded with emails about other peoples experiences with the black bird! Guest: Scott Shantz, Contributor for Mornings with Simi Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Why do we exist?
November 07, 2023 14:38 - 9 minutesWhy are we here? What's the point of existence? On the 'big questions' of meaning and purpose, Western thought has been dominated by the dichotomy of traditional religion and secular atheism. 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: A story about bagpipes, A thousand years of conflict & Increasing density in small communities
November 06, 2023 17:05 - 1 hourSeg 1: The story of James Cleland Richardson and his bagpipes James Cleland Richardson VC was a Scottish immigrant to Canada who emigrated with his family in 1913. He settled in British Columbia and joined the cadet corps of the 72nd Regiment, the Seaforth Highlanders of Canada. Guest: Craig Baird, Host of the Podcast “Canada History Ehx” Seg 2: The Coach of the Vancouver Whitecaps had a lot to say after a controversial game involving a referee who did not make a call on the pitch. Guest: Sco...
How a local resident fostered an unlikely friendship with a crow
November 06, 2023 16:57 - 9 minutesJake Huang's extraordinary bond with a crow began over two years ago during his daily walks along the seawall. He initially noticed that the crow had a peculiar leg injury with its talons held loosely together, leading him to consider taking it to a wildlife rehabilitation center. Guest: Jake Huang, False Creek Resident and Operator of ArisThought Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Will rural communities get more funding for densified housing?
November 06, 2023 16:31 - 8 minutesHousing Minister Ravi Kahlon has emphasized the need for infrastructure to support housing but believes that it should be developed in conjunction with housing projects. He stresses that it's important for municipalities to focus on both housing and infrastructure simultaneously. Guest: Ravi Kahlon, BC’s Minister of Housing Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Monday Morning Quarterbacks with Rick Campbell
November 06, 2023 16:00 - 3 minutesMonday Morning Quarterbacks with Rick Campbell It was a 41-30 win over Calgary to advance to Western Final at Winnipeg next Saturday. Vernon Adams Jr. holds the Lions playoff record with 413 passes and five total touchdowns Guest: Rick Campbell, Head Coach of the BC Lions Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Can small communities meet the demands for increased housing density?
November 06, 2023 15:59 - 9 minutesMayors and councils are responding to proposed housing legislation in British Columbia that seeks to increase housing density in all communities. Guest: Al Beddows, Deputy Mayor of Sooke Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Finding books on Tik-Tok
November 06, 2023 15:35 - 8 minutesMost people who like to read probably don’t think about TikTok as a place to go to research new books, but leave it to Gen Z to combine two seemingly opposite ends of the cultural spectrum. Guest: Leigh Stein, Author and Cultural Critic Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Thousands of years of tension in the Middle East
November 06, 2023 15:32 - 8 minutesThe longstanding Israeli-Palestinian conflict is the latest in a series of hostilities and wars between Israelis and Palestinians that have occurred over many years. The blame for these conflicts is often placed on both sides. Guest: Dr. Daniel Miller, Associate Professor of Religion, Society and Culture at Bishop’s University Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
View From Victoria: Eby wants answers
November 06, 2023 15:31 - 13 minutesView From Victoria: Premier David Eby is talking tough to the Parole Board again. We get a local look at the top political stories with the help of Vancouver Sun columnist Vaughn Palmer. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
The Coach of the Whitecaps goes off!
November 06, 2023 14:45 - 6 minutesThe Coach of the Vancouver Whitecaps had a lot to say after a controversial game involving a referee who did not make a call on the pitch. Guest: Scott Shantz, Contributor for Mornings with Simi Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
The story of James Cleland Richardson and his bagpipes
November 06, 2023 14:44 - 8 minutesJames Cleland Richardson VC was a Scottish immigrant to Canada who emigrated with his family in 1913. He settled in British Columbia and joined the cadet corps of the 72nd Regiment, the Seaforth Highlanders of Canada. Guest: Craig Baird, Host of the Podcast “Canada History Ehx” Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Full Show: The birth of creativity, A new coin with paranormal links & the debate over safe supply
November 03, 2023 16:03 - 47 minutesSeg 1: Creativity in the workplace has gained significant prominence in recent years, with a growing recognition of its value as a crucial skill for the future job market. Guest: Samuel Franklin, Cultural History Researcher at the Delft University of Technology and Author of “The Cult of Creativity: A Surprisingly Short History” Seg 2: The Royal Canadian Mint has released a new glow-in-the-dark collectible silver coin as part of its "Canada's Unexplained Phenomena" series. Guest: Patrick Bél...
Kickin’ it with The Caps
November 03, 2023 14:58 - 3 minutesKickin’ it with The Caps The Whitecaps have their second game against LA on Sunday. The team lost saturday, so they need to win to secure a third game. By the way, this was the first time in history that they sold enough tickets to open the upper bowl Guest: Vanni Sartini, Coach of the Vancouver Whitecaps Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Shaping BC’s Environmental Future: Fast Fashion
November 03, 2023 14:42 - 7 minutesShaping BC’s Environmental Future: Fast Fashion We all love to get new clothes right? The shiny glow of something new, the soothing release of retail therapy... It's a huge part of our culture. You only need to stroll through any one of our great local malls to see that the clothing and fashion industry is alive and well... Or is it? CKNW Contributor Scott Shantz took a closer look at what's become known as the Fast Fashion industry, and what one local company is doing to fight back. Learn mo...
Is the government making the right call in rejecting safe drug supply recommendations?
November 03, 2023 14:42 - 7 minutesIs BC adequately addressing its toxic drug supply? The primary goal is to reduce dependence on the unregulated, toxic drug supply by providing access to a quality-controlled and regulated supply of drugs for individuals at risk. Guest: Michael Egilson, Chair of the BC Coroners Service Death Review Panel Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Government rejecting recommendations from BC coroners service
November 03, 2023 14:25 - 9 minutesMinister Jennifer Whiteside has unequivocally rejected the primary recommendation from the BC Coroners Service toxic drug death review panel. The recommendation proposed a non-prescription approach to a safer drug supply. Guest: Jennifer Whiteside, Minister of Mental Health and Addictions Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
View From Victoria: Trudeau's flip flop leaves Eby with a decision
November 03, 2023 14:24 - 13 minutesView From Victoria: As Justin Trudeau takes the heat for his flip flop on the carbon tax, the pressure is on the Eby government here at home. We get a local look at the top political stories with the help of Vancouver Sun columnist Vaughn Palmer. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
The new glow in the dark collectible silver coin
November 03, 2023 13:40 - 7 minutesThe Royal Canadian Mint has released a new glow-in-the-dark collectible silver coin as part of its "Canada's Unexplained Phenomena" series. Guest: Patrick Bélanger, Owner of Drift Studios and Contributor for the Royal Canadian Mint Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
The birth of creativity in the workplace
November 03, 2023 13:39 - 7 minutesCreativity in the workplace has gained significant prominence in recent years, with a growing recognition of its value as a crucial skill for the future job market. Guest: Samuel Franklin, Cultural History Researcher at the Delft University of Technology and Author of “The Cult of Creativity: A Surprisingly Short History” Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Full Show: Why people lie, Legislation for a safer BC & Taking away barriers to building new homes
November 02, 2023 16:06 - 1 hourSeg 1: Prominent cases of alleged lying involving individuals like Hunter Biden, Republican Representative George Santos, and rapper Offset have brought attention to the multifaceted nature of dishonesty. Guest: Christian Miller, A. C. Reid Professor of Philosophy at Wake Forest University Seg 2: It’s a huge decision and the province is saying that any single family zoning area can have a secondary suite. Guest: Scott Shantz, Contributor for Mornings with Simi Seg 3: View From Victoria: New ...
Changing the rules around zoning to make multi dwelling properties easier
November 02, 2023 16:03 - 10 minutesHousing Minister, Ravi Kahlon, has introduced legislation to promote the construction of small-scale, multi-unit housing in the province. This legislation will require municipalities to change zoning rules to facilitate the construction of townhomes, multiplexes, and laneway houses. Guest: Ravi Kahlon, BC’s Minister of Housing Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
New legislation will make BC safer
November 02, 2023 15:37 - 8 minutesScheduled to come into force in early 2024, The Intimate Images Protection Act will provide new ways to prevent the distribution of their intimate images without consent, improve access to justice, and give them a clear way to seek damages. Guest: Niki Sharma, Attorney General of British Columbia Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
It's time for Movember
November 02, 2023 14:58 - 7 minutesIt’s Movember, and men everywhere will be putting their razor blades in the drawers and letting the lip hair grow long and strong! Guest: Mitch Hermansen, Movember Canada Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Shaping BC’s Environmental Future: Why are researchers turning CO2 into solid rock?
November 02, 2023 14:32 - 5 minutesShaping BC’s Environmental Future: The problem being addressed is the urgent need to remove CO2 from the atmosphere to create a habitable planet for humans and preserve biodiversity. Guest: Dr. Kate Moran, President and CEO of Ocean Networks Canada Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Calling for an exemption for tuition fee increase
November 02, 2023 14:23 - 8 minutesA coalition of individuals with strong connections to Bishop's University is calling on the provincial government to exempt Bishop's from a proposed tuition fee increase for out-of-province students. Guest: Sébastien Lebel-Grenier, Principal and Vice-Chancellor of Bishop’s University Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
View From Victoria: Zoning issues could be ending with new NDP legislation
November 02, 2023 14:14 - 14 minutesView From Victoria: New Democrats introduce legislation that will end exclusive zoning for single family homes over most of B.C. We get a local look at the top political stories with the help of Vancouver Sun columnist Vaughn Palmer. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
A big housing announcement that sounds good but will it work?
November 02, 2023 13:31 - 6 minutesIts a huge decision and the province is saying that any single family zoning area can have a secondary suite. Guest: Scott Shantz, Contributor for Mornings with Simi Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
How much lying do you do in a day?
November 02, 2023 13:22 - 9 minutesProminent cases of alleged lying involving individuals like Hunter Biden, Republican Representative George Santos, and rapper Offset have brought attention to the multifaceted nature of dishonesty. Guest: Christian Miller, A. C. Reid Professor of Philosophy at Wake Forest University Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Full Show: The best books of the year, Illegal dumping in Metro Vancouver & Coping with the rising costs in Canada
November 01, 2023 16:01 - 1 hourSeg 1: Developing the Best Books of the Year list is a labour of love which involves a dedicated committee of Indigo of book lovers and book experts tirelessly collaborating to narrow a list of hundreds of novels down to their top ten. Guest: Rania Husseini, Senior Vice President of Print at Indigo Seg 2: The Halloween hangover is kicking in and the sugar crash is depleting the energy of youths, and adults everywhere! Guest: Scott Shantz, Contributor for Mornings with Simi Seg 3: View From Vi...
Making Cents of the Markets for Nov 01, 2023
November 01, 2023 15:51 - 10 minutesMaking Cents of the Market: Time 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
Why BC is being left out of the rebate talk for home heating?
November 01, 2023 15:38 - 9 minutesThe BC NDP is raising concerns and seeking federal assistance to help Canadians cope with heating costs during the upcoming winter season. Guest: Josie Osborne, BC Minister of Energy, Mines and Low Carbon Innovation Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
The Pink-Shirt Day store opens!
November 01, 2023 15:02 - 5 minutesThe Pink Shirt Day online store opens today. Since 2008 the campaign has raised over 2.8 million supporting youth anti-bullying programs in British Columbia and throughout Western Canada Guest: Andrea Cadogan, Vice President of Fortis BC Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Can transparency improve the gender pay gap?
November 01, 2023 15:02 - 7 minutesWill transparency improve BC’s gender pay gap? Starting today, all employers in BC will have to include pay information on their public job postings. Guest: Kelli Paddon, BC’s Parliamentary Secretary for Gender Equity Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Shaping BC’s Environmental Future: Bio-diversity in British Columbia
November 01, 2023 14:33 - 5 minutesShaping BC’s Environmental Future: Out of all the Canadian provinces and territories, British Columbia is the MOST bio-diverse, according to stats from bio diversity B-C dot org. To maintain and promote biodiversity in B-C, it is crucial that we protect habitats for creatures great and small. CKNW contributor Geri Mayer-Judson has a story that focuses on some VERY small creatures on Vancouver Island. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Scott dives into illegal dumping
November 01, 2023 14:31 - 9 minutesWhat is illegal dumping and why does it seem so ordinary to see garbage just dropped off wherever is most convenient? Guest: Kristina Nishi, Manager of Recycling and Waste Recovery for The City of Richmond Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
View From Victoria: BC United have plans for the carbon tax
November 01, 2023 14:11 - 13 minutesView From Victoria: BC United is rolling out a tax relief plan as the debate on carbon tax opens up and Kevin Falcon responds to Ottawa’s home heating oil tax break for Eastern provinces. We get a local look at the top political stories with the help of Vancouver Sun columnist Vaughn Palmer. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
The Halloween Hangover
November 01, 2023 13:32 - 6 minutesThe Halloween hangover is kicking in and the sugar crash is depleting the energy of youths, and adults everywhere! Guest: Scott Shantz, Contributor for Mornings with Simi Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices