Adam Stirling: The Podcast

Adam starts the show by providing updates on a few stories covered one the show in recent weeks including the North Park arson that targeted the home of a Ukrainian family, challenges in preventing reoffenders, Save Old Growth and similar organizations blocking roads and highways, and the potential disbanding of police authorities. Afterwards, we listen to a segment from Mornings With Al Ferraby as Kevin Falcon, BC Liberal Party leader addresses various concerns of British Columbians.

Rachel Staples joins the program to speak about her son’s story and how B.C. scraps a plan to involuntarily treat youth after an overdose. Staples notes that this feels like a giant step backwards in the process of helping and providing resources to youth whom are struggling with addiction. Open Lines continue for the remainder of the show as listeners are able to chat with Adam on topics covered on the show including challenges with mental health and concerns with government officials.

Mario Canseco president of Research Co. joins the program to speak with Adam about the public’s general receptions to electric vehicles among British Columbians. Canseco notes that 59% of B.C drivers say that they plan on obtaining an electric vehicle as their next vehicle and that the technology of these vehicles has improved greatly over recent years. Stewart Muir, Executive Director Of Resource Works chats with Adam about blockades occurring throughout B.C. committed by environmental protestors. Muir acknowledges that there has been several changes in the B.C. regarding forestry issues from the government and has even made companies in the industry ‘not very happy’ with regulations. Open Lines are available for listeners to voice their thoughts and opinions with Adam on topics covered on the show including elected officials obligation to constituents, protests blockades, and car emissions.

Stewart Muir, Executive Director Of Resource Works chats with Adam about blockades occurring throughout B.C. committed by environmental protestors. Muir acknowledges that there has been several changes in the B.C. regarding forestry issues from the government and has even made companies in the industry ‘not very happy’ with regulations. 

Rachel Staples joins the program to speak about her son’s story and how B.C. scraps a plan to involuntarily treat youth after an overdose. Staples notes that this feels like a giant step backwards in the process of helping and providing resources to youth whom are struggling with addiction. 

Mario Canseco president of Research Co. joins the program to speak with Adam about the public’s general receptions to electric vehicles among British Columbians. Canseco notes that 59% of B.C drivers say that they plan on obtaining an electric vehicle as their next vehicle and that the technology of these vehicles has improved greatly over recent years.

Adam starts the show with providing an update on the 1,360th day since Victoria City Council purposed re-contextualizing the John A. McDonald statue, an recap of the saga of Picnic/Clover Point that has been subject to changes from Victoria City Council, as well as a Councillor’s potential alterative motive while on a tour of a local police department’s ecom facility. Additionally, we listen to parts of both Langford and Saanich Mayor’s conversations last week with Adam as they address a report that recommends changes to the RCMP. Open Lines are available for listeners to voice their thoughts and concerns on topics covered throughout the show including discontent with Victoria City Council and the homelessness issues.

Open lines continue as listeners are able to voice their opinions with Adam on topics covered throughout the show such as Victoria City Council, municipal amalgamation, North Saanich associations, and the upcoming Victoria election. David Eby, Attorney General of British Columbia joins the program to speak with Adam about remarks made by Member of the Legislative Assembly of British Columbia, Todd Stone, last week pertaining to the B.C. justice system. David Eby clarifies on several points raised by Stone and provides insight into how the attorney general’s office weighs their decisions.

Carly Phillips, Researcher-in-Residence, Wildfire and Carbon, lead author of the study, chats with Adam about a study conducted that showcases how mitigating forest fires can help lower Co2 emissions. Phillips acknowledges that the research group had found that B.C./Alaska forests could release roughly 12 gigatons of Co2 which is on scale with the emissions released by 2.6 billions cars annually. Open Lines continue as listeners are able to chat with Adam on topics covered on the show such as a affordable housing site, the power of the human brain, Victoria City Council, and the local tourism industry.

David Eby, Attorney General of British Columbia joins the program to speak with Adam about remarks made by Member of the Legislative Assembly of British Columbia, Todd Stone, last week pertaining to the B.C. justice system. David Eby clarifies on several points raised by Stone and provides insight into how the attorney general’s office weighs their decisions.