Ch.1: Health Canada is updating the labels for the AstraZeneca and Johnson & Johnson COVID-19 vaccines to add immune thrombocytopenia (ITP), an autoimmune condition, as a potential side effect. In a statement on Tuesday, the agency said very rare cases of ITP have been reported internationally after receiving the Vaxzevria (AstraZeneca) and Janssen (J&J) COVID-19 vaccines.

Guest: Dr. Brian Conway, Medical Director & Infectious Diseases specialist at the Vancouver Infectious Disease Centre.

Ch.2: After an incredible turnaround from 13th and last in Western Conference on August 12 to sixth following Decision Day, Vancouver Whitecaps FC will open their run in the 2021 Audi MLS Cup Playoffs on Saturday, Nov. 20, at Sporting Kansas City. Over the last 22 MLS matches, the ‘Caps had a record of 10W-2L-10D for a total of 40 points – the best mark in the Western Conference, and second only to Supporters Shield winners New England Revolution. Kickoff at Children's Mercy Park is set for 2 p.m. PT, live on AM730 radio.

Guest: Vanni Sartini, Acting head coach of the Vancouver Whitecaps.

Ch.3: Ride-hailing appears to be the new go-to for transportation, as a recent report done for the Passenger Transportation Board found that ride-hailing trips are almost doubling taxi trips. Why is this happening? And was this the expected result for ride-hailing advocates?

Guest: Ian Tostenson, president of the B.C. Restaurant and Foodservices Association, ride-sharing advocate (Former President of Ride Sharing Now for BC).

Ch.4: With expensive PCR tests still required for travellers coming into or returning to Canada, ski resorts that rely on international tourism are calling for their removal. How could this impact BC, known for their many ski hills and resorts?

Guest: Pete Woods, President of Ski Big 3.

Ch.5: It has been an extremely challenging year for paramedics as BC has dealt with the pandemic, heat waves, forest fires, the opioid crisis and more. However, through it all paramedics have continued to do their best despite the busy year.

Guest: Troy Clifford, Ambulance Paramedics Union President & an active paramedic.

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