Adam Stirling: The Podcast

Open Lines continue as listeners are able to voice their thoughts and concerns on topics covered throughout the show including international involvement with the Canadian housing market, military spending, and Prime Minster Trudeau’s visit to Victoria. Dr. Ramneek Dosanjh, President, Doctors of BC joins the program to chat with Adam about the B.C. doctor shortage. Dr. Dosanjh acknowledges that they are trying to bring new doctors into B.C. but also attempting to ensure that current doctors are able to continue to operate day to day comfortably.

Open Lines continue as listeners are able to chat with Adam about various topics covered throughout the show including Beacon Hill Park, downtown patios, Victoria City Council, changes to infrastructure, speculating upon the local protests of the Prime Minister, and housing.

Dr. Ramneek Dosanjh, President, Doctors of BC joins the program to chat with Adam about the B.C. doctor shortage. Dr. Dosanjh acknowledges that they are trying to bring new doctors into B.C. but also attempting to ensure that current doctors are able to continue to operate day to day comfortably.

Ron Cheffins, UVic Professor Emeritus of Law and Political Science returns for the weekly Political Analyse segment with Adam. Professor Cheffins starts the segment by examining a recent poll that notes that the UCP and NDP parties are neck and neck  in Alberta. Next, Professor Cheffins provides the background details of Danielle Smith as she attempts a comeback to politics after several controversies. Open Lines continue for the remainder of the show as listeners are able to voice their thoughts and concerns about topics covered throughout the show including the housing crisis and how we can show support to Ukraine.

The show starts with Adam recapping yesterday’s Victoria City Council meetings as they manage to sail right through their agenda with seemingly ease. Adam then acknowledges some of the highlights from this week including the ‘Freedom Convoy’ departing Vancouver Island, a new tent city emerging near the grounds of Vic High, and the ongoing homelessness issue in the Greater Victoria area. Mike Kozakowski from Citified-dot-CA joins Adam for their weekly roundtable segment as they discuss the previous topics. Kozakowski notes that potential former public servants that may be considering running for City Councillors as Adam provides his thoughts on this topic. Afterwards, Open Lines begin as a listener poses a question to Adam and Mike Kozakowski about municipal governments amalgamating.

Open Lines continue as Adam chats with listeners about various topics covered throughout the show including fun facts in popular culture, federal budget plan, cruise ships intended to land in Victoria/James Bay, ICBC and A.I., rent and housing, and economic inflation. David Black, associate Professor of Communications and Culture, Royal Roads University joins the program to speak about the newly announced Federal Budget plan. Professor Black acknowledges that though the plan highlight benefits for Housing and Military Defense but lack in addressing concerns with Pharmacare.

Ron Cheffins, UVic Professor Emeritus of Law and Political Science returns for the weekly Political Analyses segment with Adam. Professor Cheffins starts the segment by examining a recent poll that notes that the UCP and NDP parties are neck and neck  in Alberta. Next, Professor Cheffins provides the background details of Danielle Smith as she attempts a comeback to politics after several controversies. 

David Black, associate Professor of Communications and Culture, Royal Roads University joins the program to speak about the newly announced Federal Budget plan. Professor Black acknowledges that though the plan highlight benefits for Housing and Military Defense but lack in addressing concerns with Pharmacare.   

Andrey Pavlov, professor, SFU Beedie School of Business joins the program to speak about what he is expecting to see announced during the 2022 Federal Budget. Professor Pavlov acknowledges that previous Liberal statements outline several good ideas but hopes that the housing crisis can be properly addressed through this year’s budget. Open Lines are available for listeners to voice their thoughts and concerns on topics covered throughout the show including the Ottawa arson incident, bicycle insurance and infrastructure, COVID-19 vaccines, and the environment and housing crisis. Michael Mulligan, Barrister & Solicitor, Mulligan Defence Lawyers joins Adam for their weekly segment Legally Speaking as the dynamic duo chats about notably legal proceedings. First, Mulligan outlines a Class Action lawsuit that involved a baby crib being recalled and lasts years. Secondly, Mulligan shares a legal proceeding that was out into motion due to protesters blocking a Tanker facility on the Lower Mainland and saw lawyers attempt to implement Judicial Notice. Mulligan finishes the segment by acknowledging the changes coming to the Courthouse as restrictions are being adjusted.

Open Lines continue as listeners are able to voice their opinions and concerns on various topics covered throughout the show including bicycle insurance, tent cities and the homeless issue in Victoria, and ICBC $110 rebate. A caller whom is on location at a new Tent City in Victoria chats with Adam about the local homeless issue and describes what the scene is like from inside this new camp.