Adam Stirling: The Podcast

Protesters Ordered to Remove Illegal Camp

Adam speaks with Brian Tate, Ditidaht Chief Councillor. Brian helps us understand what is happening with the protesters that have been ordered to remove an illegal camp.

Adam speaks with listeners during open lines

Deconstruction Bylaw

Adam speaks with Casey Edge, executive director of the Victoria Residential Builders’ Association.

Casey gives insight into a bylaw the City of Victoria is expected to enact, that will change the way that construction waste is handled.

Adam discusses yesterday’s interview between Ryan Price and Ben Isitt.

Charlayne Thornton-Joe has announced she will not seek re-election.

We hear more about the ongoing issues between North Park Neighborhood Association and Royal Athletic Park.  Talks about 3 year terms and 4 year terms for council.

Friday Round Table, with Mike Kozakowski. Adam and Mike discuss the issues of the week in our city.

Mike and Adam speak with listeners during open lines.

Adam reads some texts from listeners, and discusses BC ferries lifting their vaccine mandates for employees amidst an employee shortage.

Talks on vaccinations, and vaccine mandates, some texters have some strong opinions on the matter.

Is Stronger Legislation Needed to Discourage Use of Vehicles as Weapons?

Adam speaks with Rob Farrer, BC Director, National Police Federation.

Parole has been regranted to a man convicted of drunk and dangerous driving, after the death of RCMP Constable Sarah Beckett.

What is the state of the law regarding vehicles used as weapons, and what changes could be made?

We finish the show with open lines. Callers weigh in on the issues discussed today.

Adam discusses a public hearing in which the Russell Street temporary sheltering is up for re-zoning. Adam reads concerns from residents in the area.

During open lines callers weigh in on some of the issues discussed today.

Legally Speaking

Michael Mulligan, Barrister & Solicitor, Mulligan Defence Lawyers joins the show for our regular Thursday segment.

Michael discusses the appeal of Andrew Berry. We learn more about appeals, and what they entail.  How is this appeal expected to play out?

Ban on publication of disclosure material

We hear about some disclosure material that was unlawfully distributed and ended up in the hands of journalists. There are many negative implications that can happen when material is leaked and used for purposes other than during a trial.

A Victoria appeal case involving a substantial amount of drugs

Most of the drugs were found in a safe and a freezer, in an apartment. The accused appealed it was not his apartment.  Also the conduct of a police officer during the case is being entered as new evidence.

Adam discusses the announcement made yesterday by Premier John Horgan. During yesterday’s press conference it was announced that the plug is being pulled on the controversial 800-million dollar replacement of the Royal BC museum. It was said that they “will go back to the drawing board to find a project that everyone can get behind.”

Was the public consulted originally? How will we protect the artifacts in case of earthquake? What is next for the museum?

Listeners weigh in.

Adam speaks with Rob Farrer, BC Director, National Police Federation.

Parole has been regranted to a man convicted of drunk and dangerous driving, after the death of RCMP Constable Sarah Beckett.

What is the state of the law regarding vehicles used as weapons, and what changes could be made?

Michael Mulligan, Barrister & Solicitor, Mulligan Defence Lawyers joins the show for our regular Thursday segment.

Michael discusses the appeal of Andrew Berry. We learn more about appeals, and what they entail.  How is this appeal expected to play out?

Ban on publication of disclosure material

We hear about some disclosure material that was unlawfully distributed and ended up in the hands of journalists. There are many negative implications that can happen when material is leaked and used for purposes other than during a trial.

A Victoria appeal case involving a substantial amount of drugs

Most of the drugs were found in a safe and a freezer, in an apartment. The accused appealed it was not his apartment.  Also the conduct of a police officer during the case is being entered as new evidence.

Airport delays continue, as travel picks up

Adam speaks with Rod Hunchak, Director, Business Development and Community Relations, Victoria International Airport.

Vaccine mandates have been removed, and travel has picked up.

Long delays have been seen at many busy airports, what you can expect at Victoria International Airport?

Discussions on vaccine mandates, Trudeau and gun control, the Royal BC museum.

We finish the show with calls from listeners during open lines.

Business owner says more security is needed in his area

Adam speaks with Ryan Burghardt, Owner Budget Brake and Muffler Auto Center.

Ryan tells us about a frustrating crime that took place at his business. His business has seen its fair share of break ins.

During open lines listeners weigh in on the museum upgrade, crime, family physician shortage.

Will the future museum upgrade go ahead?

Discussions on the family doctor crisis, the B.C. government wants to offer incentives for new family physicians. How do we keep physicians in family medicine?

During open lines callers weigh in on the family doctor shortage