PolitiCoast: The BC Politics Podcast
News & Politics
About
A Canadian politics podcast from the West Coast.
Episodes
- One point trend
This episode of PolitiCoast covers recent BC political events, including poll results showing the Conservatives with a 10-point lead, details on party fundraising, an extensive legislative debate on Bill 9, and the upcoming installation of…
- White Cap-sizing Hospitals
This episode of PolitiCoast: The BC Politics Podcast discusses the potential relocation of the White Caps, the cancellation of hospital projects in BC, and the announcement of a sovereign wealth fund by Carney in Ottawa.
- The debasement party
The Eby administration has altered its DRIPA plans due to First Nations opposition, while Carney has taken over committee leadership. The episode also touches upon government vehicle spending, rising electricity demands, and the Canada-U.S…
- Political Misfortunes
This episode covers changes to Eby's DRIPA plans and Carney's majority. It also touches on B.C. treaty ratifications, the Conservative leadership race, and potential social media and AI regulations.
- The cheque is in the mail
The PolitiCoast podcast covers Elections BC fining BC United for election disinformation, the NDP's housing policy adjustments, and the federal political landscape, including Marilyn Gladu's move to the Liberal party.
- Just Trust Us Act
This PolitiCoast episode discusses new BC legislation such as the Forests Statutes Amendment Act and the Environmental Assessment Amendment Act. It also covers the controversy surrounding DRIPA, the Speculation and Vacancy Tax, and recent…
- Strongish Freeish Elections
This episode discusses the BC Conservatives, the Strong and Free Elections Act, and the Auditor General's criticisms of government actions, including reports on the RCMP, international student programs, and the Phoenix pay system.
- Step 3: Profit
The episode covers recent dropouts in the BC Conservative leadership race, the launch of CentreBC's own leadership contest, and ongoing scrutiny of Eby's leadership. It also touches on the end of the federal NDP race and proposals for prov…
- Iran So Far Away
This episode of PolitiCoast: The BC Politics Podcast discusses proposed limits on protests in BC, Premier Carney's evolving position on Iran, and other political news including labor agreements and media accreditation.
- The emergence of Carneyism
This episode discusses BC Premier David Eby's stance on permanent daylight saving time, the new Musqueam rights recognition agreement, and federal leadership dynamics involving Mark Carney's positions on Iran and foreign interference. Othe…
- Least worst province
This episode of PolitiCoast covers the tightening BC Conservative leadership race, NDP policy shifts, potential foreign interference issues, and recent budget amendments. It references several news articles related to these political devel…
- Budgets are about not making choices
This episode of PolitiCoast: The BC Politics Podcast covers the new provincial budget, the NDP debate, and recent federal political changes, including links to relevant news articles.
- Elbows somewhere
This episode of PolitiCoast discusses the political climate in BC, touching on the throne speech, budget 2026 preparations, and the possibility of an election. It also covers government actions regarding job cuts, disability support, and f…
- Former and forever Conservative leaders
This episode discusses the numerous candidates vying for BC Conservative leadership and Pierre Poilievre's successful leadership review. It also touches upon an AI consultation summary.
- Weird week with words
This episode covers the BC Conservative leadership race, federal NDP membership changes, political rhetoric from David Eby and Carney, and an increase in camping fees.
- The speech heard round the world
The podcast discusses British Columbia's delay in amending the Heritage Conservation Act, the ongoing issue of extortion, and the upcoming leadership selection for the BC Conservatives. It also covers Mark Carney's widely acclaimed speech…
- If I Go to China, I’m Going to See Some Sights
BC Conservative and Green leadership races are heating up, with new candidates emerging. The province is also navigating changes to its drug decriminalization policy. Meanwhile, Minister Carney
- 2026 is off to a start
This episode of PolitiCoast discusses predictions for 2026 BC politics after a difficult 2025. It also recaps the significant implosion and subsequent repair of the OneBC party during the holiday break, along with other political events.
- John Horgan In His Own Words with Rod Mickleburgh
Journalist Rod Mickleburgh speaks with The BC Politics Podcast about his new book focusing on John Horgan.
- A second MP has left the Cons
This episode of PolitiCoast discusses who is entering or leaving the BC Conservative race and Eby's intention to amend DRIPA. It also covers federal politics, including an MP switching parties and Yves Engler's rejection from the NDP leade…
- Professionally incapacitated
This episode covers John Rustad's resignation as BC Conservative leader and the Canada-Alberta pipeline MOU. It also touches on Stephen Guilbeault's cabinet departure and subsequent controversies in Quebec.
- Is there someone Carney forgot to ask?
This episode covers recent developments in British Columbia, including Mental Health Act amendments, challenges to Canadian drug laws, potential electoral reform, and new energy agreements. Furthermore, the discussion touches on the state…
- It’s curtains for the Conservatives
This episode of PolitiCoast: The BC Politics Podcast covers David Eby's convention performance, challenges within the BC Conservative party leadership, shifts in BC's economic and EV policies, and the federal budget's passage. It also touc…
- Nation Building of Good Vibes and Sour Grapes
This episode covers BC politics, including David Eby's efforts to secure his job at the BCNDP convention, Mark Carney's announcement of major projects for fast-tracking, and Yves Engler's application to join the NDP leadership race.
- The Ostrich of Bay Street
This episode discusses BC
- We’d all be speaking German now
BC's public service strike concludes with a tentative agreement, while political maneuvering by David Eby and Mark Carney raises the prospect of an early election. Discussions also touch on various other political developments in BC and fe…
- All my critics are crazy terrorists
This episode discusses John Rustad's leadership struggles within the BC Conservatives, new legislative efforts concerning powerlines, employment standards, and crime, and political maneuvering by Pierre Poilievre and Mark Carney.
- What are you doing?
This episode explores the recent resignations of OB/GYNs in Kamloops, ongoing BCGEU and CUPW strikes, and various federal budget pitches. It also discusses Canada's trade relations with India and the US, and reports on proposed lunar nucle…
- Should Be Digging Up
This episode covers new bills in the BC Legislature concerning intimate images, sexual violence, childcare, construction, vaping, and housing. It also touches on political dynamics including Rustad's caucus troubles and changes to Carney's…
- Pipeline purity tests
The BC Politics Podcast episode "Pipeline Purity Tests" discusses the return of the BC Legislature, Alberta's pipeline project, and challenges faced by Carney. It also explores the government's stance on terrorism, the NDP leadership race,…
- Our first zoomer leader
The episode discusses B.C. political leadership, including John Rustad and Emily Lowan, and addresses controversies surrounding Mark Carney's actions on the gun buyback program, recognition of Palestine, and Canada Post.
- This party contains dead people
The PolitiCoast podcast covers the BC Conservative party's struggles with alleged fake sign-ups, Premier Eby's trip to Ottawa amid a rising deficit, and federal initiatives like 'Build Canada Homes' and foreign affairs shifts under Carney.
- Only Moe can go to China
This episode of PolitiCoast: The BC Politics Podcast covers concerns about foreign interference in the BC Green Party leadership race and Mark Carney's initiatives regarding tariffs and strategic industries.
- Fast-track the office to build the things
The podcast discusses the BCGEU strike, Poilievre's and Eby's views on the temporary foreign worker program, Poilievre's call for stand your ground laws, Carney's new Major Project Offices aimed at accelerating national projects, and the l…
- Ben Woodfinden
Ben Woodfinden, former Communications Director for Pierre Poilievre, joins PolitiCoast to discuss the upcoming 2025 election and the current state of Canadian conservatism. Links to Woodfinden's website and social media are provided.
- Green Party Leadership Interviews
PolitiCoast: The BC Politics Podcast interviews BC Green Party leadership candidates Emily Lowan, Adam Bremner-Akins, and Jonathan. The candidates discuss their reasons for running and their visions for the BC Green Party and the province.
- The Greens’ Choice
Ryan Clayton discusses the BC Green Party leadership race and key court decisions, such as the Aboriginal title ruling over Fraser River land and the constitutionality of Canada's voting system.
- Blue Grit Honeymoon
David Moscrop joins PolitiCoast to analyze the first 100 days of Mark Carney's premiership. The discussion covers what this period reveals about Carney as Prime Minister and its potential impact on Canada's future.
- Let’s nuke Oak Bay
This PolitiCoast podcast episode covers a mining rescue operation, government directives for housing in Oak Bay and West Vancouver, healthcare statistics, and the upcoming federal election.
- Feet in the file
This episode of PolitiCoast covers the BC cabinet shuffle, a shift in drug policy, and challenges faced by Poilievre. It also touches on development fees, EV HOV lane access, and decisions regarding rare disease funding.
- The first rule of the BC Green Leadership race is don’t talk about the BC Green Leadership race
This episode of PolitiCoast covers the BC Green Party leadership race with multiple candidates, the rescheduling of court cases due to FIFA, and the consultation process for BC's Infrastructure Act. It also touches on digital services taxe…
- Quote-unquote blackmail
This episode of PolitiCoast: The BC Politics Podcast covers accusations of political blackmail in BC, criticism regarding the BC Ferries order involving federal loans for Chinese-made ships, and NATO allies' commitments to increased milita…
- Henry VIII Clauses
This episode of PolitiCoast covers BC political news including David Eby and ferry contracts, John Rustad's accusations, and the BC Greens. Federal topics include infrastructure bills, cybersecurity, G7 announcements, and the Coast Guard's…
- One More BC Party
Some independent Conservative MLAs have launched a new political party. The NDP is experiencing renewed problems with BC Ferries. Separately, Ottawa's foreign policy under Carney is facing scrutiny, with comparisons drawn to BC's Bill 15 r…
- It’s not 2015 anymore
This episode covers the closure of Kelowna General Hospital’s pediatric ward due to a doctor shortage. It also discusses the premier's international trade mission, premiers meeting with Mark Carney, the passage of the Throne Speech, and th…
- The Canadian King’s Speech
PolitiCoast discusses the BC Legislature
- Sovereignty by any other name
This episode discusses the appointment and subsequent firing of a DTES czar in BC, Mark Carney's release of a mandate letter, and Danielle Smith's political strategies. It also touches on Canada's potential involvement in a missile-defence…
- Pick your cabinet better
This episode of PolitiCoast covers a BC investigation into a leaked safe supply presentation, explores Translink funding options, and discusses the BC Greens' leadership situation. Federally, the podcast reviews Mark Carney's new ministry,…
- Canada Is Not For Sale
This episode discusses David Eby's infrastructure fast-tracking, interim political leadership changes, and reactions to various legislative proposals. It also touches on election news and Mark Carney's meeting with Donald Trump.
- The Two Party Election
This episode of PolitiCoast: The BC Politics Podcast analyzes the recent federal election results, discussing the outcomes for the Liberal (LPC) and Conservative (CPC) parties, as well as the NDP's performance. The discussion includes reas…