What is DRIPA? And, what would actually happen if DRIPA was repealed? This is VANCOLOUR host Mo Amir sits down with Conservative Party of BC interim leader Trevor Halford to unpack why his party wants British Columbia to repeal the Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples Act immediately. How do the Conservatives believe Reconciliation should move forward without it?  
Recorded: January 5, 2026

BONUS PODCAST EXTENSION (with Trevor Halford and Angelo Isidorou) begins at 16:36

A MOment: From schools and hospitals to transit and major infrastructure, the BC NDP government makes big announcements — followed by years of delay. This is VANCOLOUR host Mo Amir is fed up with the professional management of decline, under B.C. Premier David Eby. It’s time for British Columbians to demand results!  
Recorded: January 5, 2026

THE LOW ROAD REPORT: At what age should parents tell their children the truth about Santa Claus? This is VANCOLOUR host Mo Amir is joined by two dads — pollster Mario Canseco (Research Co.) and comedian Dino Archie — to take the low road on parenting, holiday traditions, and how “Merry Christmas” is making a big comeback in Canada.
Recorded: December 15, 2025

Four of Canada’s five most rat-infested cities are in British Columbia. Why? And who can we blame? This is VANCOLOUR host Mo Amir asks Vancouver mayoral candidate Kareem Allam (Vancouver Liberals) what’s driving the explosion of rats in B.C. and what city halls across the province can do about it.
Recorded: December 15, 2025

Canadians can’t afford food, but waste a lot of it
How can a country throw out billions of dollars in food while millions of people face food insecurity? This is VANCOLOUR host Mo Amir asks Greater Vancouver Food Bank CEO David Long to explain the unsustainable surge in food bank demand across British Columbia. What can be done to bridge the gap between food waste and hunger? Plus, is there a legal remedy to hold major food wasters — like grocery chains or producers — accountable for the public good? Kyla Lee delivers her verdict on Kyla’s Court! And Dr. Melissa Lem breaks down why our food and drink choices this holiday season may be even worse for us than we think.
Recorded: December 8, 2025

Comedians in cars, confessing crimes
B.C.’s finest comedians in “22 minutes”! Chris Wilson from CBC’s This Hour Has 22 Minutes impersonates polarizing Canadian figures like Pierre Poilievre and Justin Trudeau. But how does he make sure he’s not adding to an already toxic political culture? Plus, Juno Award–winning comedian Ivan Decker “confesses” an Evo Car Share “crime” to This is VANCOLOUR host Mo Amir. Will the truth finally set him free? And VANCOLOUR’s resident Zoomer, Neena Savage, spills the ‘Z’ on the infamous Gen-Z stare. Maybe older generations just need to chill?
Recorded: November 25, 2025

Extortion, debt, and B.C.'s next big decision
In British Columbia, extortion and debt are becoming increasingly worrisome. This is VANCOLOUR host Mo Amir speaks with investigative journalist Sam Cooper (The Bureau) to break down the escalating wave of extortion threats and violence in B.C. Who is driving this crime surge and how must our laws evolve to stop it? Then, Blair Mantin, President of Sands & Associates, explains what rights British Columbians have when debt collectors come calling. What are the lessons from a recent Consumer Protection BC case, where Scotiabank was ordered to pay $34,000 after calling a customer over 100 times to collect a debt? Finally, Mo takes a MOment to unpack B.C.’s growing pipeline dilemma: Does B.C. support a northern pipeline or not? Either way, the province needs to be clear soon.  
Recorded: November 24, 2025

MOment: Prime Minister Mark Carney, Alberta Premier Danielle Smith, and Saskatchewan Premier Scott Moe discussed a new oil pipeline to B.C.’s north coast without B.C. Premier David Eby. This is VANCOLOUR host Mo Amir breaks down the stakes of this generational decision for British Columbia and outlines Premier Eby’s contradictory signals on whether B.C. supports a northern pipeline or not.  
Recorded: November 24, 2025

Ostriches, Orcas, and Overwintering Pollinators
It’s all about the animals in British Columbia! This is VANCOLOUR host Mo Amir asks Kyla Lee (Acumen Law) to break down the legal drama behind the international story of the Edgewood, B.C. ostrich cull. What legal authority gave the government the right to kill over 300 ostriches? What rights do British Columbians actually have to protect their animals? Then, Dr. Martin Haulena, Director of Animal Health at the Vancouver Aquarium, explains why most marine mammals in coastal B.C. waters are thriving while the beloved southern resident killer whales continue to decline in population. Finally, legendary broadcaster and prolific gardener Tamara Taggart “spills the tea” on how one lazy act can help overwintering pollinators like bees and butterflies.
Recorded: November 17, 2025

This is VANCOLOUR host Mo Amir sits down with Chawathil First Nation Chief and Nuanced podcast host Aaron Pete to break down major B.C. stories reshaping Canada’s understanding of history and identity. Aaron explains the truth behind the possible burial sites at the former Kamloops Residential School and responds to the commentators and politicians insisting that the findings amount to “zero bodies.” Then, he unpacks the Cowichan Tribes’ landmark land-title victory in Richmond — the first ruling in Canada to recognize Aboriginal title over modern private property. What does it mean for B.C. homeowners? What happens next? And is there still hope for Reconciliation?
Recorded: November 10, 2025