The Orca Podcasts

A new attempt to block those annoying fraud and telemarketing calls, the big Trans Mountain pipeline project is among the victims of B.C.'s latest extreme weather, and possible relief at the gas pumps.  Bob Price fills you up with the November 16 Orca Business Beat, brought to you by Mundi Hotels.  

Dr. Eliana Castillo and Sarah discuss commonly-asked questions about COVID-19 mRNA vaccines and pregnancy, fertility, and menstruation, and fact-check some common misconceptions. Dr. Castillo shares some compelling stories and information about the science of vaccines and their safety.

Why coffee prices are likely headed sharply higher, several questions surrounding a new Victoria hotel project, and a major reno on the way for a community icon in North Vancouver.  Bob Price has your November 15 Orca Business Beat, brought to you by Mundi Hotels. 

B.C. tourism adds its voice to those wanting an end to COVID P.C.R. tests for travellers, a new report on why B.C. housing prices continue to soar, and another well known corporate giant is splitting.  Bob Price has your November 12 Orca Business Beat, brought to you by Mundi Hotels. 

Welcome to UnSpun - The Orca's current events podcast and YouTube show. Every week, Jody Vance and George Affleck unspin the latest news in local, provincial, federal politics, and much more.

This week, Jody and George focus on Remembrance Day and what things we need to remember and acknowledge; then a focus on some provocative statements courtesy of one candidate in the BC Liberal Leadership race; and finally crossing borders without the proper paperwork and why cities can’t get a handle on the mess that graffiti tagging is causing.

Sharply higher commercial real estate sales in Metro Vancouver, an indication that would be home buyers are expecting higher mortgage rates, and a big name pop star signs on with Tim Hortons.  Bob Price has your November 10 Orca Business Beat, brought to you by Mundi Hotels. 

Maclean and Jordan chat about the BC Liberals' good week in Question Period and why the NDP is picking fights with families of children with autism, forestry, and mink farming. Also: TWO mentions of Gordon Wilson!

A big money takeover in the B.C. mining sector, the latest decision on U.S. tariffs on Canadian lumber has been pushed back, and huge changes for one of the world's best known companies.   Bob Price as your November 9 Orca Business Beat, brought to you by Mundi Hotels.  

The battle for control of Rogers Communications is officially over, a financial sigh of relief for a big B.C. pipeline project, and why two life insurance companies are among the stocks to watch this week.  Bob Price has your November 8 Orca Business Beat, brought to you by Mundi Hotels. 

Canada's unemployment rate falls again, why a well known B.C. lumber producer is reporting a sharply lower profit, and Vancouver based Telus is sharing more of it's wealth with shareholders.  Bob Price has your November 5 Orca Business Beat, brought to you by Mundi Hotels.