Hey, Downtown Van!

Host Sofia Laratta is joined by Jane Talbot, President & CEO of Downtown Van, and special guest Ian Tostenson, President & CEO of the BC Restaurant and Food Services Association (BCRFA). In this episode, they dive into the current landscape of BC's restaurant industry, explore tipping culture, and much more! Tune in for an insightful conversation on the challenges and opportunities shaping the future of dining in the province.

Join host Sofia Laratta for an engaging conversation with Jane Talbot, President & CEO of Downtown Van, and special guest Vancouver City Councillor Sarah Kirby-Yung. Together, they’ll explore topics like women’s empowerment, Councillor Kirby-Yung's journey in politics, and the future of Vancouver.

Join host Sofia Laratta for an intimate one-on-one with Vancouver content creator Laura Ullock. Tune in as they explore Laura's passion for supporting local businesses and how she became one of Vancouver's most recognizable voices.

Host Sofia Laratta sits down with Lon LaClaire, the General Manager of Engineering Services at the City of Vancouver and President & CEO of Downtown Van, Jane Talbot. Together, they explore Lon's vision for the future of downtown Vancouver and the exciting developments on the horizon.

Join hosts Sofia Laratta and Claire Leonard as they sit down with Bill Allman, President of the BC Entertainment Hall of Fame. In this episode, they delve into the significance of preserving Vancouver's rich musical history and the stories that shape its vibrant culture.

Join host Sofia Laratta as she chats with Jane Talbot, President & CEO of Downtown Van, and special guest Michelle Collens, Director of Sport Hosting Vancouver. Tune in for an exhilarating conversation about the thrilling events on the horizon, including the 2026 FIFA World Cup and the Invictus Games, and discover what these events mean for the city!

Join host Sofia Laratta as she sits down with Jane Talbot, President & CEO of Downtown Van, and Riley Wiwchar, Executive Director of the 2024 Grey Cup Festival in Vancouver. They’ll share exciting insights about what’s in store for attendees, football enthusiasts, and Nick Jonas fans alike.

Join hosts Sofia Laratta and Claire Leonard as they chat with Rebecca Bollwitt, the visionary behind Vancouver's top blog, "Miss604." In this episode, they delve into her journey from web developer to Vancouver's top blogger, explore her favourite spots in downtown Vancouver, and much more!

Hosts Sofia Laratta and Claire Leonard chat with Uytae Lee, Creator and Producer of About Here, a YouTube channel and creative studio that makes urban planning accessible and engaging. Since 2018, Uytae has produced educational videos on key urban planning topics with partners such as the CBC, the City of Vancouver, the City of Toronto, and more.

In this episode of the podcast, host Sofia Laratta is joined by Jane Talbot, President and CEO of Downtown Van, and Scott Moore, CEO of the 2025 Invictus Games. They delve into Scott's path from a journalist at CBC, his tenure as President of Sportsnet, to his current role as leader of the Vancouver-Whistler Invictus Games.