Adam Stirling: The Podcast

Dr. Allen Sens, Professor of Teaching, Department of Political Science joins the program to share his insight into the Ukraine/Russia conflict. Sens notes on particular aspects in which the world should be watching for as signs which may allude to further and more sever conflicts. Sens also acknowledges the global efforts that countries like Canada are making to attempt to cripple Russia’s momentum. 

Ron Cheffins, UVic Professor Emeritus of Law and Political Science joins Adam for their weekly segment in which together, they discuss various aspects of politics. Cheffins provides a brief history of the Canadian Conservative Party and shares his thoughts on who may take the leadership for the current party. Afterwards Adam continues with Open Lines in which listeners are able to share their opinions on the Russia/Ukraine conflict, the B.C. housing crisis, and COVID-19 vaccines.

John Alexander, Cox Taylor joins the program to talk to Adam about the court’s decision pertaining to the safety of Beacon Hill Park and individuals sheltering outdoors in the park. Alexander notes upon how resilient and determined the Friends Of Beacon Hill Park were in seeking justice for the park and surrounding area. Adam opens up the call in lines allowing for listeners to voice their thoughts and concerns about local government and Beacon Hill Park.

Adam starts the show by recapping parts of Victoria City Council’s meeting yesterday, notably the decisions made regarding Beacon Hill Park and a new homeless support position. Mike Kozakowski from Citified-dot-CA joins Adam for their roundtable segment in which they examine and speculate on City Council’s intentions.

Ron Cheffins, UVic Professor Emeritus of Law and Political Science joins Adam for their weekly segment in which together, they discuss various aspects of politics. Cheffins provides a brief history of the Canadian Conservative Party and shares his thoughts on who may take the leadership for the current party. 

John Alexander, Cox Taylor joins the program to talk to Adam about the court’s decision pertaining to the safety of Beacon Hill Park and individuals sheltering outdoors in the park. Alexander notes upon how resilient and determined the Friends Of Beacon Hill Park were in seeking justice for the park and surrounding area. 

We tune into the live address from the Prime Minister and various other government officials about the invasion of Ukraine by Russia. Afterwards Adam shares his thoughts and theories regarding the invasion of Ukraine and the role that Russia has really been playing. Michael Mulligan, Barrister & Solicitor, Mulligan Defence Lawyers joins Adam for their weekly segment in which together, they examine legal cases of interest in B.C. Mulligan shares a case in which a mother was murdered by her son and how the victim’s will was dealt with in regards to handing down inheritance and a case where ICBC claims that a translator has committed fraud by helping participants cheat on their road knowledge tests.   

The show starts with Adam acknowledging the sudden ending to the Emergencies Act as well as examining the Prime Minister address for this announcement. Adam speculates on a line a questioning by a French-Canadian reporter to the Prime Minister about confidential information.  Open lines are available towards the end of the hour allowing for listeners to chat with Adam about misinformation, the Russia/Ukraine conflict, and how it all may tie together with the recent protests conducting throughout Canada.

Adam breaks the new about the new chapter in the saga of Beacon Hill park and the Judge’s ruling regarding the safety of the area. Troy Clifford​, president, Ambulance Paramedics of BC chats with Adam about the optimism among ambulance first responders due to the B.C. budget providing more resources to help combat challenges faced by these first responders. Afterwards, Adam opens up the call in lines so listeners are able to voice their thoughts and opinions about various topics covered throughout the show. Stephen Whipp, investement advisor, Leede Jones Gable inc speaks to Adam about the rise in property tax deferrals and how this system could benefit home owners.

Stephen Whipp, investement advisor, Leede Jones Gable inc speaks to Adam about the rise in property tax deferrals and how this system could benefit home owners.