Political Capital with Rob Shaw
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Join CHEK News Political Correspondent Rob Shaw and a lively panel of guests for a weekly breakdown of all of the news in B.C. politics, with analysis and commentary that helps make sense of the latest stories in and around the B.C. legislature.
Episodes
- BC gets its first major AI data centre | Political Capital Daily
Telus has launched British Columbia's first major AI data centre, which has significant power implications. The episode also covers political strategies, including conflict of interest accusations against a rival candidate.
- Findlay Targets Milobar’s Family | Political Capital Daily
In this episode, Kerry-Lynne Findlay's controversial suggestion regarding Peter Milobar's wife and the BC Conservatives is discussed. Dr. Bonnie Henry provides an update on Hantavirus cases in BC.
- NDP approval numbers drop, DRIPA drama in Ottawa, FOI fight fest | Political Capital
Host Rob Shaw discusses a new poll showing a decline in BC NDP approval and Premier Eby's popularity. The episode also covers DRIPA, the Cowichan Nation case in the House of Commons, and late-night debates on FOI changes by MLAs.
- Ottawa picks up BC's private property fight | Political Capital Daily
The episode discusses the federal government's involvement in British Columbia's private property rights and Aboriginal title lands debate, with a new motion in the House of Commons. It also covers a new high school for Tumbler Ridge, pote…
- All-Night #BCleg FOI Fight Fest | Political Capital Daily
MLAs engage in a ten-hour debate on Freedom of Information. A BC Business Council survey highlights business concerns regarding DRIPA. Additionally, privacy commissioners express criticism towards ChatGPT, and Vancouver's mayor contests a…
- Kennedy Stewart = Wrong Again | Political Capital Daily
This episode discusses former Vancouver Mayor Kennedy Stewart's allegations regarding a Chinese spy within the NDP government, and Premier David Eby's response. Other topics include Eby's public approval, the BC Conservative Party's fundra…
- Angry Eby slams Ottawa on missing softwood aid | Political Capital Daily
Premier David Eby expresses anger towards the federal government regarding softwood lumber aid. The episode also covers US First Nations challenging BC resource projects, and amendments to the FOI act.
- Carney breaks silence on Cowichan — and backs property rights | Political Capital Daily
This episode discusses Prime Minister Mark Carney's comments on the Cowichan title case and private property rights. It also covers Premier Eby's response to rural justice delays and current BC political news.
- May 1, 2026 - Soccer gets kicked around BC's political arena | Political Capital
This episode of Political Capital with Rob Shaw discusses the government's handling of the Vancouver Whitecaps and FIFA World Cup security costs. Other topics include the possibility of banning social media for kids and a potential strike…
- April 24, 2026 - DRIPA V6.0, majority peril, booze ban and Nazis | Political Capital
This episode of Political Capital with Rob Shaw discusses Premier David Eby's position on DRIPA, the NDP government's majority, and British Columbia's decision to maintain a US booze ban. It also covers legislative comments and a deputy mi…
- April 17, 2026 - DRIPA confidence climbdown, BC Conservative snap elxn controversy and gas pricing | Political Capital
This episode of Political Capital with Rob Shaw covers Premier David Eby's stance on DRIPA legislation, the BC Conservative leadership race, and rising gas prices with government fuel taxation. Rob Shaw is joined by Jeff Ferrier, Jillian O…
- April 10, 2026 - DRIPA, US coffee truck, Fire Rustad website, and Conservative debate | Political Capital
This episode discusses Premier Eby's DRIPA challenges, a controversial government coffee truck campaign, and an Elections BC investigation into a BC United website. It also covers the BC Conservative's first leadership debate and political…
- March 27, 2026 - A BC MLA faces criminal charges, should he resign?| Political Capital
This episode covers a BC MLA facing criminal charges and calls for his resignation, discussing the implications for politicians. Other topics include leaked DRIPA amendments and developments in the BC Conservative leadership race.
- Political Capital - B.C.'s credit and approval ratings take a tumble + Bhangu endorses Elliott + new political plays of the week
This episode of Political Capital with Rob Shaw discusses the recent fall in British Columbia's credit and Premier David Eby's approval ratings. It also covers Harman Bhangu's endorsement of Caroline Elliott and introduces a new segment: P…
- Political Capital - March 13, 2026 - Aboriginal title on appraisals + new polling +HOODIE-GATE?!
This episode of Political Capital with Rob Shaw covers the impact of Aboriginal title on property appraisals, public reaction to the BC budget, and a political incident referred to as "hoodie-gate." Rob Shaw is joined by guests Jeff Ferrie…
- Political Capital - March 6, 2026 - Premier David Eby STOPS TIME (sort of) + Musqueam controversy + BC Conservative final 9 candidates
This episode of Political Capital with Rob Shaw, from March 6, 2026, discusses Premier David Eby's decision to make daylight saving time permanent and a controversy involving his government and the Musqueam Indian Band. The episode also re…
- Political Capital - Feb. 27, 2026 - Premier vs OpenAI; Businesses vs PST
This episode of Political Capital discusses Premier David Eby's confrontation with OpenAI over the Tumbler Ridge shooting and the challenges of regulating big tech. It also covers a business revolt against the PST and the BC Conservative l…
- Political Capital - Feb. 20, 2026 - BC budget bellyflop
This episode focuses on British Columbia's new provincial budget, which has received an unenthusiastic response. It also examines the government's decision to eliminate the independent merit commissioner and introduces the latest BC Conser…
- Political Capital - Feb. 13, 2026 - Tumbler Ridge tragedy, throne speech, CARGA, budget
This episode covers the political dynamic in British Columbia after the Tumbler Ridge shooting, including the cancelled throne speech. The panel also discusses the NDP and Green Party's cooperation agreement and previews the provincial bud…
- Political Capital - Feb. 6, 2026 - Rustad Returns?! Spring session, extortion crisis, EV mandate, forestry report
This episode of Political Capital with Rob Shaw discusses the potential return of John Rustad, the upcoming spring legislative session, the extortion crisis, the scrapping of EV mandates, and a new forestry report.
- Political Capital - Jan. 30, 2026 - Treason! "Evil" Jimmy Pattison + more
This episode of Political Capital with Rob Shaw covers Premier David Eby's accusation of "treason" against Alberta separatists. It also discusses the BC Greens' intervention in a controversial building sale and the start of fighting within…
- Political Capital 201 - Heritage Conservation Act, Natural Resources Forum, BC Conservative leadership rules
This episode of Political Capital with Rob Shaw covers the delay of the Heritage Conservation Act, the Premier's keynote at the Natural Resources Forum, and changes to BC Conservative leadership rules. The panel also discusses Prime Minist…
- Political Capital 200 - BC drops decrim, new BC Cons leadership candidates, and PM's deal with China
This episode of Political Capital with Rob Shaw covers the end of BC's decriminalization experiment, the emerging candidates in the BC Conservative leadership race, and the implications of Prime Minister Mark Carney's new trade deal with C…
- Political Capital 199 - Bold predictions for 2026 in BC politics
This episode of Political Capital features Rob Shaw, Jeff Ferrier, Jillian Oliver, and Angelo Isidorou discussing predictions for BC politics in 2026. The panel offers bold predictions for the coming year.
- Political Capital 198 - Premier's "lines in the sand" on reconciliation, Conservative rebounding after Rustad departure
Premier David Eby addresses reconciliation efforts and new court rulings. The episode also examines the BC Conservatives' fundraising subsequent to John Rustad's removal as leader. Host Rob Shaw is joined by Jeff Ferrier and Jillian Oliver.
- Political Capital 197 - John Rustad forced out as BC Conservative leader
This episode of Political Capital discusses the ousting of John Rustad as BC Conservative leader. The hosts explore the implications for the party's future and the possibility of a snap election by the BC NDP.
- Political Capital 196 - Oil pipeline-palooza
This episode of Political Capital with Rob Shaw discusses the oil pipeline deal between Alberta and Ottawa. The panel, including Jeff Ferrier, Allie Blades, and Jillian Oliver, breaks down what the deal means for British Columbia.
- Political Capital 195 - BC's new jobs plan, EV mandate stalled, BC Green's fight oligarchs
This episode discusses Premier David Eby's new jobs plan, the stalled EV mandate, and the BC Green's 'fight the oligarchs' tour. Rob Shaw, Allie Blades, and Jeff Ferrier provide analysis.
- Political Capital 194 - BC on PM's major projects list, UBCM urges pause to heritage changes and BC NDP convention
This episode of Political Capital discusses British Columbia's new projects on the Prime Minister's major projects list, the UBCM's call for a pause on heritage conservation act changes, and an upcoming BC NDP convention. Rob Shaw is joine…
- POLITICAL CAPITAL 193 - Political summits galore - forestry, First Nations and more
This episode of Political Capital discusses the BC government's navigation of political summits concerning softwood lumber and First Nations, the cancellation of the premier's task force to respond to Donald Trump, and the premier's suppor…
- Political Capital 192 - Premier mulls early election, BCGEU deal, Cowichan Nation fallout, BC anti-tariff ads
This episode discusses Premier Eby potentially calling an early election, a new deal with BCGEU, and concerns regarding the Cowichan Nation title court ruling. Additional topics include BC anti-US-tariff ad campaigns.
- Political Capital 191 - Rustad leadership woes, Cowichan court case, OneBC and driver licence changes
This episode discusses BC Conservative leader John Rustad, a Cowichan Nation court ruling, a private member's bill regarding Indigenous land acknowledgments, and changes to the graduated licensing program. Rob Shaw is joined by Jillian Oli…
- Political Capital 190 - Fall session, BC Conservatives crumbling
This episode of Political Capital with Rob Shaw discusses the fall legislative session agenda, the internal issues within the BC Conservatives, and the ongoing disagreement between the BC and Alberta premiers regarding pipelines.
- Political Capital 189 - Alberta pipeline, Conservatives fire staffer, DTES advisor, fall session preview
This episode of Political Capital discusses Alberta's pipeline pitch, the firing of a Conservative staffer, and the new Downtown Eastside advisor. The panel also previews the upcoming fall session of the BC legislature.
- Political Capital 188 - LIVE at UBCM
This episode of Political Capital was recorded live at UBCM. It includes discussions with Premier David Eby, Mayor Gladys Atrill, Mayor Tom Dyas, and Mayor James Furney, along with a review of political events affecting Elenore Sturko and…
- Political Capital 187 - BC's record deficit, Rustad on the ropes, Cowichan Tribes court ruling
This episode of Political Capital discusses British Columbia's updated budget and record deficit, Conservative leader John Rustad facing controversy, and the implications of the Cowichan Tribes court ruling. Guests Allie Blades, Jeff Ferri…
- Political Capital 186 - Premier's approval falls, temporary foreign workers, major projects, BCGEU strike and BC Green leadership race
This episode of Political Capital with Rob Shaw discusses Premier David Eby's falling approval ratings and his remarks on temporary foreign workers. Also covered are two B.C. projects added to Ottawa's national priority list, the BCGEU str…
- Political Capital 185 - Top BC political stories so far in 2025
Rob Shaw, Jeff Ferrier, and Jillian Oliver discuss the top political stories in BC from the first half of 2025. They also preview the upcoming fall session and highlight top-performing MLAs.
- Political Capital 184 - BC restores drugs for dying girl, cabinet shuffle
This episode of Political Capital with Rob Shaw covers the BC premier's cabinet shuffle and the restoration of drug funding for a dying girl, occurring after months of controversy.
- Political Capital 183 - Trump tariffs sideswipe BC politics again, BC Greens, BC Ferries
This episode discusses Premier David Eby's response to new US tariff threats and their impact on BC politics. It also covers the final BC Green leadership candidate and a federal review of BC Ferries' deal with China.
- Political Capital 182 - BC Green leadership race, EV mandates, supportive housing review
This episode covers the BC Green leadership race, potential reductions in EV mandates by the federal and B.C. governments, and a review of supportive housing initiatives. Host Rob Shaw is joined by Jillian Oliver and Allie Blades to discus…
- Political Capital 181 - BC Conservative drama; BC pulls medication from dying girl, BC Ferries fallout continues and natural resources.
This episode of Political Capital with Rob Shaw discusses the BC Conservative party, a government decision regarding medication coverage, the ongoing fallout from BC Ferries' contract with China, and new natural resource projects. Rob Shaw…
- Political Capital 180 - BC Ferries and China, new OneBC party, tech and polling
This episode of Political Capital discusses the BC Ferries deal with the Chinese government, the new OneBC party, BC tech industries, and recent polling data regarding the premier.
- Political Capital 179 - Pipeline politics, special advisors galore!
This episode of Political Capital with Rob Shaw covers the political challenges of pipeline development and the increased use of special advisors in government. It also touches on legislation concerning MLAs holding other public offices an…
- #178 - May 30, 2025 - Spring session ends, Bill 15, blur-gate
The episode discusses the end of the BC legislature's spring session, including the passage of Bill 15 and the emergence of "blur-gate." It also covers blur-gate, the blurring of virtual backgrounds on virtual votes.
- Political Capital 177 - Michael Bryant fired, Western Premiers' Conference, Bill 15
This episode of Political Capital with Rob Shaw covers the firing of Michael Bryant, discussions at the Western Premiers' Conference, and the challenges faced by Bill 15. Rob Shaw is joined by Jillian Oliver, Jeff Ferrier, and Allie Blades…
- Political Capital 176 - Carney v Trump, Bill 15, pipeline politics
This episode of Political Capital discusses the meeting between Canadian PM Mark Carney and U.S. President Donald Trump. It also examines Bill 15 and its controversies, as well as pipeline politics involving Alberta and British Columbia.
- Political Capital 175 - Election analysis, BC mental health tragedy, missed climate targets
This episode of Political Capital with Rob Shaw analyzes the federal election results' impact on British Columbia. It also covers the BC government's response to a mental health tragedy and their admission of not meeting climate targets.
- #174 - April 25, 2025 - Federal Election 2025: BC Breakdown
This episode of Political Capital with Rob Shaw discusses the 2025 federal election, focusing on battleground ridings in British Columbia. The conversation covers issues, dynamics, polling, and other factors relevant to the election in BC.
- Political Capital 173 - Fed Elxn Campaign, CentreBC, fudge-it Budget
This episode discusses federal Conservative and Liberal leaders campaigning in BC, focusing on overdose prevention sites as an election issue. It also covers the launch of a new political party, CentreBC, and a discussion on carbon tax rev…