A new report indicates that millions of Canadians will be excluded from the federal government's new dental program because of high income earned in the family.

Guest: David Macdonald, Senior Economist at the Center for Policy Alternatives

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Kelowna city council has voted to eliminate most short-term rentals, including those on Airbnb.

Guest: Tom Dyas, Mayor of Kelowna

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Is there a benefit to revealing to friends and family your deepest, darkest secrets?  

Guest: Amit Kumar, professor of marketing and psychology

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It is pretty clear why the province and the city of Surrey are still arguing about policing budget numbers. We get a local look at the top political stories with the help of Vancouver Sun columnist Vaughn Palmer.

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Roblox introduced an in-game currency called Robux, allowing players to trade real-world money for virtual accessories and powers for their avatars but the game has faced debates about whether it teaches valuable skills or exploits Children to support a $30 billion company.

Guest: Vass Bednar, executive Director of public Policy in digital society at McMaster University.

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Seg 1: Is there a science to trash talking?

Trash talk is commonly associated with sports but is considered a widespread form of competitive communication across various fields.

Guest: Rafi Kohan, Author

Seg 2: View From Victoria: The plan for Hydro in BC

The Premier has announced a $36 billion BC Hydro plan. The Vancouver Sun's Vaughn Palmer is here with his take on the day's headlines.

Seg 3: Why do men and women have different sense of humour?

A study at the University of Oxford explored gender differences in humor preferences in the age of internet memes and political commentary.

Guest: Robin Dunbar, a professor at the university of oxford

Seg 4: Surrey Police Board Responds!

The Surrey Police Board and Surrey Police Union are in disagreement with Mayor Brenda Locke over alleged inaccurate information regarding the 2023 police budget.

Guest: Mike Serr, Surrey Police Board Administrator

Seg 5: Fake Midwives are operating in BC

The Province's regulator has identified an unauthorized midwife operating in the Fraser Valley.

Guest: Cynthia Johansen, Registrar and CEO, BC College of Nurses and Midwives

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Time for Making Cents of the Markets with Lori Pinkowski.  Lori Pinkowski is a Senior Portfolio Manager at Canaccord Genuity. You can contact The Pinkowski Wealth Management team directly at 604-695-LORI or visit their website at Pinkowski.ca

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The Province's regulator has identified an unauthorized midwife operating in the Fraser Valley.

Guest: Cynthia Johansen, Registrar and CEO, BC College of Nurses and Midwives

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The Surrey Police Board and Surrey Police Union are in disagreement with Mayor Brenda Locke over alleged inaccurate information regarding the 2023 police budget.

Guest: Mike Serr, Surrey Police Board Administrator

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A study at the University of Oxford explored gender differences in humor preferences in the age of internet memes and political commentary.

Guest: Robin Dunbar, a professor at the university of oxford

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