Best Westminster Watch Podcasts (2025)

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Live at Edinburgh Fringe: Why is Trump talking about actress Sydney Sweeney? 52:30

7h ago52:30

52:30

Today, Newscast was recorded at the Edinburgh Fringe in front of a live audience. Adam was joined by Americast’s Sarah Smith and friend of the podcast James Cook to discuss all things Trump. They chat about what it’s like being part of the President’s press pack, why Sydney Sweeney’s jeans are so controversial, plus what last week’s Truth Social po…

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The Jas Johal Show: Aug. 4, 2025 1:01:54

24h ago1:01:54

1:01:54

Is B.C.’s tax system running local craft breweries dry (0:35) Guest: Nigel Pike, co-founder of Main Street Brewing Vancouver’s arts community enraged after City Council changes motion for more funding and spaces (14:47) Guest: Mark Busse, a member of the city’s Arts and Culture Advisory Committee and producer of CreativeMornings in Vancouver Why is…

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Rising grocery costs push more British Columbians to farmers markets 14:08

24h ago14:08

14:08

Guest: Melissa Maltais, Membership & Programs Manager at the BCAFM (B.C. Association of Farmers' Markets) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesBy CKNW / Curiouscast

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Local runner leads 42 km Costco marathon across the Lower Mainland 14:40

1d ago14:40

14:40

Guest: Amir Nikravan, organizer of the Costco Marathon Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesBy CKNW / Curiouscast

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Live at Edinburgh Fringe: Brian Cox and James Graham! 55:37

1d ago55:37

55:37

Today, Newscast was recorded at the Edinburgh Fringe in front of a live audience. Adam was joined by friends of the podcast Brian Cox, actor, and James Graham, playwright and screenwriter, who are putting on the play Make It Happen at the Edinburgh International Festival. They discuss re-imagining the 2008 financial crisis for the stage in Edinburg…

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How to Oppose the Devil w/ Brandon Crowe: The Book of James, Chapter 4 56:37

1d ago56:37

56:37

The best way to oppose the devil is to submit to God, being clothed in the armor of Christ. This week Nate and Dr. Crowe continue their series on the Book of James and discuss this question and much more as they focus in on the fourth chapter of James. If you enjoy this episode, you can access tons of content just like this at ⁠⁠⁠⁠wm.wts.edu⁠⁠⁠⁠. I…

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Old Newscast: The Expenses Scandal, 2009 (Part 1) 42:43

3d ago42:43

42:43

Today’s Old Newscast focuses on 8 May 2009 - the day that The Daily Telegraph publishes the first in a long series of stories about MPs expenses. We hear how the information that changed the way the British public view politics was leaked. Adam is joined by two people who were reporting at the heart of the story - former Whitehall Editor of the Tel…

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The Jas Johal Show: Aug. 1, 2025 50:20

4d ago50:20

50:20

Trump raises Canada’s tariffs to 35%; what’s next for Canada? (0:35) Guest: Max Cameron, Professor at UBC’s Department of Political Science Annual Dragon Boat Festival gets sidelined for the 2026 FIFA World Cup (13:07) Guest: Pete Fry, Green Party Vancouver City councillor Tesla forced to pay over $240 million for deadly 2019 autopilot crash (22:23…

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The week that was in politics 16:04

4d ago16:04

16:04

Guest: Keith Baldrey, Global B.C. Legislative Bureau Chief Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesBy CKNW / Curiouscast

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The Battle For Car Finance Compensation 32:51

4d ago32:51

32:51

Today, a landmark result from the Supreme Court rules that lenders won't have to pay compensation to millions of motorists over car finance loans. The Court determined dealerships weren't duty-bound to act solely in the interests of their customers, overturning a previous judgement that ruled in favour of consumers. It was a long and complex verdic…

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The Jas Johal Show: July 31, 2025 54:08

5d ago54:08

54:08

Developers and planners butt heads over foreign investment in Vancouver’s housing market (0:39) Guest: Michael Geller, President of The Geller GrouCanp, Architect, Planner and Real Estate Consultant Commentary - Can we afford to say no to foreign capital? (14:31) Kits Pool operations changed, but keeps reservation system (21:01) Guest: Scott Jensen…

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Trump signs executive order to raise tariffs on Canada to 35% 8:07

5d ago8:07

8:07

Guest: Reggie Cecchini, Global News Washington Correspondent Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesBy CKNW / Curiouscast

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I Am Raquel Welch: documenting a showbiz icon 19:22

5d ago19:22

19:22

Guest: Olivia Cheng, Director, actress and former broadcast journalist Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesBy CKNW / Curiouscast

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Did homelessness in Vancouver rise under Mayor Ken Sim’s watch? 15:48

5d ago15:48

15:48

Guest: Lucy Maloney, OneCity Vancouver City Councillor Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesBy CKNW / Curiouscast

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Trump v Carney (Again) 23:11

5d ago23:11

23:11

Today, US President Donald Trump has said that Canada’s move to recognise a Palestinian state threatens a trade deal between the countries. The news comes as US special envoy to the Middle East, Steve Witkoff, is meeting Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu in Israel. Canada’s announcement follows similar plans by the UK and France from earlier this w…

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The Jas Johal Show: July 30, 2025 51:02

6d ago51:02

51:02

Developers call for the easing of foreign investment laws to save the construction industry (0:40) Guest: Frances Bula, Contributor for The Globe and Mail Can foreign cash save B.C.’s stalling construction sector? (11:28) Guest: Chris Gardner, President of the Independent Contractors and Businesses Association of B.C. Your cup of coffee is about to…

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B.C. Ferries faces Ottawa heat Friday on $1B Chinese ship deal 13:51

6d ago13:51

13:51

Guest: Dan Albas, federal Conservative MP for Okanagan Lake West - South Kelowna, and Shadow Minister for Transport Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesBy CKNW / Curiouscast

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Changes to B.C.’s MSP plan puts group visit clinics in jeopardy 16:44

6d ago16:44

16:44

Guest: Dr. Jane McKay, General Internal Medicine Specialist, focused on long COVID-19, Chronic Fatigue Syndrome and Fibromylagia Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesBy CKNW / Curiouscast

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Australia bans kids under 16 from creating YouTube accounts 7:46

6d ago7:46

7:46

Guest: Andy Baryer, Tech and Digital Lifestyle expert at HandyAndyMedia.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesBy CKNW / Curiouscast

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Caffeine crunch: The real cost of your morning fix is climbing 10:17

6d ago10:17

10:17

Guest: Sharon Nutzati, owner of First And Last Coffee in Toronto Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesBy CKNW / Curiouscast

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EP78: Former Tory MP Adam Holloway explains why he has joined Nigel Farage's Reform UK 24:15

6d ago24:15

24:15

THE KENT POLITICS PODCAST Episode 78 - Former Tory MP Adam Holloway explains why he has joined Nigel Farage's Reform UK Episode Overview This week on the Kent Politics Podcast, we bring you a packed episode featuring breaking political shifts, local activism, and international intrigue—all from a distinctly Kent perspective. Adam Holloway, former G…

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Tsunami Warnings Across the Pacific 29:02

6d ago29:02

29:02

Today, a massive 8.8 magnitude earthquake off Russia's far eastern coast has triggered tsunami warnings across the Pacific. The quake struck near Russia's Kamchatka Peninsula at about 11:25am local time on Wednesday (00:25 BST) and is thought to be one of the most powerful ever recorded. Around two million people were ordered to evacuate in Japan, …

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The Jas Johal Show: July 29, 2025 41:06

7d ago41:06

41:06

Former Prime Minister said Canada has become “over-reliant” on the U.S. (0:32) Guest: Mackenzie Gray, Global News Ottawa correspondent Commentary: Metro Vancouver has a leadership vacuum — and it’s costing all of us (11:22) Commentary: Canada at the crossroads — the need to be clear eyed and realistic in the age of Trump 2.0 (20:02) Can Delta get p…

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Canada at the crossroads — the need to be clear eyed and realistic in the age of Trump 2.0 9:39

7d ago9:39

9:39

Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesBy CKNW / Curiouscast

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How much harder will U.S. softwood lumber duties hit B.C.? 10:11

7d ago10:11

10:11

Guest: Jerome Gessaroli, senior fellow with the Macdonald Laurier Institute, and leads the Sound Economic Policy Project at BCIT Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesBy CKNW / Curiouscast

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Commentary: Metro Vancouver has a leadership vacuum — and it’s costing all of us 9:23

7d ago9:23

9:23

Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesBy CKNW / Curiouscast

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England win the Euros on penalties, London, UK on 27th July 2025 – by Carys Wall 9:06

7d ago9:06

9:06

“About 300 people watched the Euro’s final at MOTH club in Hackney, London. It ended with a tense penalty shoutout and joyous celebrations (at least from the Lionesses’ supporters).”By Field Recordings

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The UK’s (Conditional) Plan To Recognise A Palestinian State 34:01

7d ago34:01

34:01

Today, UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer has announced plans to recognise a Palestinian state in September unless Israel meets certain conditions, including a ceasefire and a commitment to a long-term peace process. Adam is joined by Lyse Doucet and Alex Forsyth to explain the day’s events. It comes the same day as a major alert from the UN-backed Int…

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Oscar-winning director: West Bank situation 'escalating' after friend shot dead 20:09

7d ago20:09

20:09

The world's eyes are on Gaza as the enclave faces mass starvation, but the war there is also emboldening Israeli settlers in the occupied West Bank.Odeh Hadalin is a Palestinian teacher and activist who campaigned against illegal Israeli settlements and settler violence. He also helped make this year's Oscar-winning film No Other Land which documen…

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The Great Kits Pool debate 15:59

8d ago15:59

15:59

The heated Kits Pool debate between Tamara Taggart and Sarah Daniels during The Wrap last Friday (July 25) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesBy CKNW / Curiouscast

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The Jas Johal Show: July 28, 2025 45:01

8d ago45:01

45:01

B.C.’s second call for power: can energy goals be reached amidst drought conditions and economic uncertainty? (0:39) Guest: Adrian Dix, B.C.’s Minister of Health Commentary: Metro Vancouver should stick to its lane — the gas-powered tool ban overreach (14:34) B.C. calls for more clean power…can our grid keep up? (19:26) Guest: Barry Penner, Chair o…

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Uber tests new feature to match women passengers and drivers 9:01

8d ago9:01

9:01

Guest: Keerthana Rang, Corporate Communications Lead for Uber Canada Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesBy CKNW / Curiouscast

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Metro Vancouver stalls wastewater plant review: will taxpayers ever know the truth? 12:27

8d ago12:27

12:27

Guest: Catherine Pope, District of North Vancouver councillor Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesBy CKNW / Curiouscast

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Trump Welcomes Starmer To Scotland 29:07

8d ago29:07

29:07

Today, Trump and Starmer have met in Scotland and held a joint press conference covering a range of topics from aid in Gaza and the war in Ukraine, to wind energy. The US President met UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer at a golf course owned by Trump. Speaking as the two men met, President Trump said he was reducing the 50 day deadline given to Vladim…

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Will UK anti-migrant protests explode into riots again? 32:53

8d ago32:53

32:53

A year ago, towns across Britain were in flames as far-right anti-immigration protests turned into riots, while this week the Police Federation called recent protests in Epping a 'signal flare’ for further unrest. So with the number of migrants crossing the Channel in small boats actually up and social media - not to mention certain MPs - pumping o…

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"Dayology" in the Book of the Twelve w/ Timothy Brindle 1:10:06

9d ago1:10:06

1:10:06

The Book of the Twelve (commonly known as the Minor Prophets) are usually thought of as isolated micro-narratives that have little to do with each other, but are compiled in the scriptures in addition to the larger prophetic accounts of the Major Prophets. However, Timothy joins us to dissect that notion and argues that the Book of the Twelve is ti…

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Lionesses win the Euros, Leytonstone, London, UK on 27th July 2025 1:28

9d ago1:28

1:28

By Field Recordings

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Pans protest outside Downing Street, London, UK at 6pm on 25th July 2025 2:40

11d ago2:40

2:40

“Hundreds gather outside Downing Street banging pots and pans as Israel’s blockade continues to cause the starvation of Palestinians in the Gaza strip. 120 people – 80 of them children – have been confirmed dead from famine as of 26th July. In the last 24 hours two babies have died from malnutrition. Nearly 1000 Palestinians have been shot to death…

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Old Newscast: Nelson Mandela Is Released From Prison, 1990 (Part 1) 31:00

11d ago31:00

31:00

Over the summer holidays, we’ve brought back Old Newscast - where we pick big news days in history and look at what happened and the consequences. In this episode, that day is 11 February, when Nelson Mandela was released from prison after 27 years. Former Southern Africa correspondent Fergal Keane joins, with his former producer and BBC Africa bur…

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The Jas Johal Show: July 25, 2025 49:56

11d ago49:56

49:56

Deal or no deal? Trump hints at the future of Canada/U.S. trade talks (0:47) Guest: Mackenzie Gray, Global News Ottawa correspondent U.S. significantly hikes duties on Canadian softwood lumber (14:15) Guest: Kim Haakstad, President and CEO of the B.C Council of Forest Industries Metro Vancouver targets gas-powered yard tools — bold climate move or …

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The Wrap - Is red tape ruining access to public spaces like pools and parks? 14:36

11d ago14:36

14:36

Plus, how much more should rideshare apps do to guarantee safety for women? Guests: Sarah Daniels, real estate agent in South Surrey; author and broadcaster Tamara Taggart, former CTV News at Six anchor, and host of the TELUS Talks with Tamara Taggart podcast Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices…

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The Week That Was in Politics 15:46

11d ago15:46

15:46

Guest: Keith Baldrey, Global B.C. Legislative Bureau Chief Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesBy CKNW / Curiouscast

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Doctor’s Strike + Donald Trump’s Visit (Live from Latitude Festival) 46:18

11d ago46:18

46:18

Today, Adam and Chris takeover the Listening Post at Latitude Festival in Henham Park to discuss the day’s news in front of a live audience. The government is under pressure as resident doctors begin a five-day strike in England after failing to reach an agreement over pay. The Prime Minister Keir Starmer has urged them not to follow their union do…

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The Jas Johal Show: July 24, 2025 58:16

12d ago58:16

58:16

Hockey Canada players found not guilty (1:00) Guest: Julie Macfarlane, Emerita Distinguished Law Professor at the University of Windsor, and co-founder of the “Can’t Buy My Silence” campaign for change in the law – on misuse of NDAs Hulk Hogan dies at 71: looking back at the WWE legend’s impact on wrestling and pop culture (15:32) Guest: Justin Dhi…

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Can Marvel’s Fantastic Four: First Steps bring life back into the superhero movie genre in theaters? 7:13

12d ago7:13

7:13

Guest: Steve Stebbing, Movie critic at stevestebbing.ca Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesBy CKNW / Curiouscast

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MLS calls B.C. Place an ‘unsustainable home’ for the Vancouver Whitecaps 18:30

12d ago18:30

18:30

Guest: Squire Barnes, Global B.C.’s Sports Director and Anchor Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesBy CKNW / Curiouscast

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Why StatsCan’s crime statistics do not fully capture crime in B.C. 9:46

12d ago9:46

9:46

Guest: Jess Ketchum, Co-founder of the Save Our Streets coalition Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesBy CKNW / Curiouscast

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Hockey Canada players found not guilty 16:15

12d ago16:15

16:15

Guest: Julie Macfarlane, Emerita Distinguished Law Professor at the University of Windsor, and co-founder of the “Can’t Buy My Silence” campaign for change in the law – on misuse of NDAs Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesBy CKNW / Curiouscast

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EP77: Kent tips saved, Dover protests, Medway roadwork hell and special guest Cllr Antony Hook 34:45

12d ago34:45

34:45

THE KENT POLITICS PODCAST Episode 77 - Kent tips saved, Dover protests, Medway roadwork hell and special guest Cllr Antony Hook This week on the Kent Politics Podcast, we dive into a tumultuous period for local politics. From anti-immigration protests in Dover to public anger over water company bonuses and the ongoing shake-up at County Hall, our p…

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Mass Starvation Warnings in Gaza 29:02

12d ago29:02

29:02

Today, we discuss the ongoing humanitarian crisis in Gaza, where more than 100 international aid organisations say the population is facing mass starvation and call on Israel to allow access. A number of news agencies including the BBC have released a statement calling for Israel to allow journalists in and out of Gaza, expressing concern for their…

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