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The provincial government's economic figures remain stable, but there are always challenges. Mario Canseco, president of the public opinion firm Researchco, discusses the quarterly results of the BC NDP government. He is in conversation with BIV editor-in-chief Kirk LaPointe.

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Despite the rise of e-commerce and retail insolvencies, bricks-and-mortar locations in downtown Vancouver have increased over the past seven years. Charles Gauthier, president and CEO of the Downtown Vancouver Business Improvement Association (DVBIA), discusses new research by the DVBIA on retail trends in the city’s downtown core. 

BIV’s weekly tech panel joins the show to discuss cyber trucks, cyber leaks and a contract for a better World Wide Web. In this segment, Gluu Technology Society CEO Linda Fawcus and EasyMarkit CTO Owen Ingraham talk about Tesla’s pick-up launch, data security and an effort to improve the Internet. 

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Retail Insider’s Craig Patterson joins the show to talk about the influence Black Friday is having on Canadian retailers, the closure of dozens of Lowe's outlets, the return of clothing retailer Aeropostale to almost 100 stores across the country as well as changes going on at Brentwood Town Centre.

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Bridgitte Anderson joins the show in her first interview since becoming president and CEO of the Greater Vancouver Board of Trade. 

Anderson discusses her priorities for the board, the challenges facing businesses in the region and how she plans to evolve the GVBOT.

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Metro Vancouver has the well-earned reputation as Canada’s priciest region for homes. But just how long would it take for a median-income earner to save up for a down payment? Zoocasa managing editor Penelope Graham breaks down new data that paints a rather gloomy picture for regular Canadians hoping to get into the housing market somewhere in Metro Vancouver.

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What should we make of the Trudeau cabinet shuffle? Mario Canseco, president of the Researchco public research firm, joins BIV editor-in-chief Kirk LaPointe for some initial thoughts.

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The BIV tech panel featuring Gluu Technology Society’s and Electron Communications’ Matthew Klippenstein break down the latest industry news, including Disney+’s tech issues, the debut of Google Stadia — the tech giant’s effort to break into the gaming market — and B.C. leading the way in adopting zero-emission vehicles.

Tantalus Labs CEO Dan Sutton joins the podcast to talk about whether the unveiling of a massive solar array is indicative of sustainability within the cannabis industry, and the prospects of a smaller licensed producer breaking into a big retail market like Ontario.

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A new study suggests financial institutions are drowning in data. Matt Fabian, director of research and analysis at TransUnion Canada, discusses what the digital era means for banks and consumer experiences.

A large percentage of British Columbians are drowning in debt, says MNP licensed insolvency trustee Lana Gilbertson. And the latest MNP Consumer Debt Index shows that households have less financial wiggle room at the end of the month. 

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October’s real estate data for Greater Vancouver got more than a few people excited about a boost in sales. But scratch beneath the surface and the numbers aren’t as rosy as they might appear, according to Dane Eitel of Eitel Insights. He joins BIV Today to break down the latest data on houses and condos in the region.

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Will the new NHL team in Seattle stoke more hockey fever in Vancouver or will it erode the Canucks’ base? UBC business professor James Brander (10:23) discusses how the presence of a new regional rival will be felt in B.C.

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