en-ca http://www.cbc.ca/podcasting/images/promo-bconthecoast.jpg http://www.cbc.ca/podcasting http://www.cbc.ca/podcasting On The Coast is a great way to catch up on the day's news, and get connected to what's happening in your neighbourhood. You'll be right up to date on all the latest sports, weather, traffic, and entertainment from around the Lower Mainland. CBC podcasting@cbc.ca Copyright © CBC 2012 podcasting@cbc.ca no CBC Radio CBC,CBC Radio On The Coast is a great way to catch up on the day's news, and get connected to what's happening in your neighbourhood. You'll be right up to date on all the latest sports, weather, traffic, and entertainment from around the Lower Mainland. http://podcast.cbc.ca/mp3/podcasts/bconthecoast_20120530_71257.mp3 Forensic psychologist Michael Elterman told us proper training should have prevented the 2007 police shooting of Paul Boyd. http://www.cbc.ca/podcasting podcasting@cbc.ca Wed, 30 May 2012 04:00:00 GMT Psychologist Michael Elterman on Boyd Shooting Forensic psychologist Michael Elterman told us proper training should have prevented the 2007 police shooting of Paul Boyd. 553 http://podcast.cbc.ca/mp3/podcasts/bconthecoast_20120530_43146.mp3 UBC Associate Professor Henry Yu commented on the benefits and challenges of ethnic enclaves in the Lower Mainland. http://www.cbc.ca/podcasting podcasting@cbc.ca Wed, 30 May 2012 04:00:00 GMT Henry Yu on Ethnic Enclaves UBC Associate Professor Henry Yu commented on the benefits and challenges of ethnic enclaves in the Lower Mainland. 454 http://podcast.cbc.ca/mp3/podcasts/bconthecoast_20120530_49371.mp3 Former provincial Solicitor General Kash Heed gave us his thoughts on new evidence in the 2007 police shooting death of Paul Boyd. http://www.cbc.ca/podcasting podcasting@cbc.ca Wed, 30 May 2012 04:00:00 GMT Kash Heed on Boyd Death Former provincial Solicitor General Kash Heed gave us his thoughts on new evidence in the 2007 police shooting death of Paul Boyd. 439 http://podcast.cbc.ca/mp3/podcasts/bconthecoast_20120529_35067.mp3 Writer Kenan Malik previewed his upcoming lecture set for Vancouver next week . It's entitled "What's Wrong with Multiculturalism"? http://www.cbc.ca/podcasting podcasting@cbc.ca Tue, 29 May 2012 04:00:00 GMT Kenan Malik:The Trouble With Multiculturalism Writer Kenan Malik previewed his upcoming lecture set for Vancouver next week . It's entitled "What's Wrong with Multiculturalism"? 567 http://podcast.cbc.ca/mp3/podcasts/bconthecoast_20120529_82495.mp3 New evidence into the 2007 death of Paul Boyd has led to two more inquiries into police conduct. David Boyd is Paul Boyd's father. http://www.cbc.ca/podcasting podcasting@cbc.ca Tue, 29 May 2012 04:00:00 GMT Paul Boyd Death Inquiry New evidence into the 2007 death of Paul Boyd has led to two more inquiries into police conduct. David Boyd is Paul Boyd's father. 818 http://podcast.cbc.ca/mp3/podcasts/bconthecoast_20120529_14804.mp3 Urban planner Brent Toderian reacted to several recent reports that raise concerns about Vancouver's future as a liveable city. http://www.cbc.ca/podcasting podcasting@cbc.ca Tue, 29 May 2012 04:00:00 GMT Brent Toderian on Vancouver's Sustainability Urban planner Brent Toderian reacted to several recent reports that raise concerns about Vancouver's future as a liveable city. 543 http://podcast.cbc.ca/mp3/podcasts/bconthecoast_20120528_83422.mp3 Author Richard Ford joined Stephen for a discussion about his new novel entitled "Canada". http://www.cbc.ca/podcasting podcasting@cbc.ca Mon, 28 May 2012 04:00:00 GMT Richard Ford Does Canada Author Richard Ford joined Stephen for a discussion about his new novel entitled "Canada". 602 http://podcast.cbc.ca/mp3/podcasts/bconthecoast_20120528_60051.mp3 On The Coast's Michelle Eliot spoke to immigrant Lucy Ngai about why it's so hard for high school newcomers to make friends beyond their own cultural background. http://www.cbc.ca/podcasting podcasting@cbc.ca Mon, 28 May 2012 04:00:00 GMT Ethnic Enclaves in High School On The Coast's Michelle Eliot spoke to immigrant Lucy Ngai about why it's so hard for high school newcomers to make friends beyond their own cultural background. 385 http://podcast.cbc.ca/mp3/podcasts/bconthecoast_20120528_51674.mp3 Back in 1962 Robert Thurman became the first American ordained a Tibetan Buddhist monk. He left the monastery but has continued to spread Buddhism's word. Tonight he's in Vancouver to talk about his relationship with the Dalai Lama. http://www.cbc.ca/podcasting podcasting@cbc.ca Mon, 28 May 2012 04:00:00 GMT Robert Thurman and the Dali Lama Back in 1962 Robert Thurman became the first American ordained a Tibetan Buddhist monk. He left the monastery but has continued to spread Buddhism's word. Tonight he's in Vancouver to talk about his relationship with the Dalai Lama. 639 http://podcast.cbc.ca/mp3/podcasts/bconthecoast_20120528_11060.mp3 Anya Levykh looked forward to June as a foodie's month extraordinaire. http://www.cbc.ca/podcasting podcasting@cbc.ca Mon, 28 May 2012 04:00:00 GMT Anya/June Is a Foodie's Month Anya Levykh looked forward to June as a foodie's month extraordinaire. 295 http://podcast.cbc.ca/mp3/podcasts/bconthecoast_20120524_59568.mp3 Environment Minister Terry Lake told us why the province is doing away with AirCare. http://www.cbc.ca/podcasting podcasting@cbc.ca Thu, 24 May 2012 04:00:00 GMT AirCare To Be Scuttled Environment Minister Terry Lake told us why the province is doing away with AirCare. 345 http://podcast.cbc.ca/mp3/podcasts/bconthecoast_20120524_14686.mp3 It was time once again for On The Coast to shake off the shackles of hard news and current affairs to stage another edition of Quinn's Quiz. http://www.cbc.ca/podcasting podcasting@cbc.ca Thu, 24 May 2012 04:00:00 GMT Quinn's Quiz It was time once again for On The Coast to shake off the shackles of hard news and current affairs to stage another edition of Quinn's Quiz. 329 http://podcast.cbc.ca/mp3/podcasts/bconthecoast_20120524_69030.mp3 Energy Minister Rich Coleman explained why he directed the BC Utilities Commission to throttle back Hydro rate increases over the next three years. http://www.cbc.ca/podcasting podcasting@cbc.ca Thu, 24 May 2012 04:00:00 GMT Rich Coleman Energy Minister Rich Coleman explained why he directed the BC Utilities Commission to throttle back Hydro rate increases over the next three years. 480 http://podcast.cbc.ca/mp3/podcasts/bconthecoast_20120523_84503.mp3 "What We Talk About When We Talk About War" is Noah Richler's newest book. He dropped by the studio to describe the work. http://www.cbc.ca/podcasting podcasting@cbc.ca Wed, 23 May 2012 04:00:00 GMT Noah Richler "What We Talk About When We Talk About War" is Noah Richler's newest book. He dropped by the studio to describe the work. 629 http://podcast.cbc.ca/mp3/podcasts/bconthecoast_20120523_90649.mp3 TransLink needs cash and now the transit authority is considering selling some of its real estate holdings. TransLink Independent Commissioner Martin Crilly doesn't think that is a good idea. http://www.cbc.ca/podcasting podcasting@cbc.ca Wed, 23 May 2012 04:00:00 GMT Translink Real Estate TransLink needs cash and now the transit authority is considering selling some of its real estate holdings. TransLink Independent Commissioner Martin Crilly doesn't think that is a good idea. 501 http://podcast.cbc.ca/mp3/podcasts/bconthecoast_20120523_36305.mp3 For nearly two decades the Merritt Mountain Music Festival was one of Canada's biggest music events. Now organizers have cancelled the festival. Music writer John McLaughlin covered the festival for 17 years. http://www.cbc.ca/podcasting podcasting@cbc.ca Wed, 23 May 2012 04:00:00 GMT Merritt Mountain Music Festival For nearly two decades the Merritt Mountain Music Festival was one of Canada's biggest music events. Now organizers have cancelled the festival. Music writer John McLaughlin covered the festival for 17 years. 388 http://podcast.cbc.ca/mp3/podcasts/bconthecoast_20120522_21030.mp3 Canadian Shriya Shah-Klorfine died this weekend while climbing Mount Everest on her first mountain climb. Laurie Skreslet was the first Canadian to summit Mount Everest. He commented on the increasing traffic on the peak. http://www.cbc.ca/podcasting podcasting@cbc.ca Wed, 23 May 2012 04:00:00 GMT Everest Death Canadian Shriya Shah-Klorfine died this weekend while climbing Mount Everest on her first mountain climb. Laurie Skreslet was the first Canadian to summit Mount Everest. He commented on the increasing traffic on the peak. 523 http://podcast.cbc.ca/mp3/podcasts/bconthecoast_20120522_27358.mp3 The Man in Motion, Rick Hansen, returned home to Vancouver today after completing the 25th anniversary tour of his round-the-world wheelchair trek. Peggy Assinck is a spinal cord researcher who has been inspired by Hansen. http://www.cbc.ca/podcasting podcasting@cbc.ca Tue, 22 May 2012 04:00:00 GMT Rick Hansen Returns The Man in Motion, Rick Hansen, returned home to Vancouver today after completing the 25th anniversary tour of his round-the-world wheelchair trek. Peggy Assinck is a spinal cord researcher who has been inspired by Hansen. 485 http://podcast.cbc.ca/mp3/podcasts/bconthecoast_20120522_43449.mp3 University students continue to protest in Quebec in regards to fees. So On The Coast staged a debate on student tuition between a representative from the Canadian Centre for Policy Alternatives and a UBC economics professor. http://www.cbc.ca/podcasting podcasting@cbc.ca Tue, 22 May 2012 04:00:00 GMT Tuition Debate University students continue to protest in Quebec in regards to fees. So On The Coast staged a debate on student tuition between a representative from the Canadian Centre for Policy Alternatives and a UBC economics professor. 638 http://podcast.cbc.ca/mp3/podcasts/bconthecoast_20120522_75649.mp3 Wine Master Barb Philip brought us the goods on new rosés that have started to roll into the market. And she left us with her choices for the Summer sippers. http://www.cbc.ca/podcasting podcasting@cbc.ca Tue, 22 May 2012 04:00:00 GMT Barb/Rosés Wine Master Barb Philip brought us the goods on new rosés that have started to roll into the market. And she left us with her choices for the Summer sippers. 270 http://podcast.cbc.ca/mp3/podcasts/bconthecoast_20120518_33771.mp3 Film critic Katherine Monk evaluated "Battleship", "The Dictator" and "What To Expect When You're Expecting". http://www.cbc.ca/podcasting podcasting@cbc.ca Fri, 18 May 2012 04:00:00 GMT Katherine Monk Film critic Katherine Monk evaluated "Battleship", "The Dictator" and "What To Expect When You're Expecting". 452 http://podcast.cbc.ca/mp3/podcasts/bconthecoast_20120518_42222.mp3 Acclaimed author John Irving sat down for an interview with Stephen to discuss his new novel "In One Person". http://www.cbc.ca/podcasting podcasting@cbc.ca Fri, 18 May 2012 04:00:00 GMT John Irving Acclaimed author John Irving sat down for an interview with Stephen to discuss his new novel "In One Person". 740 http://podcast.cbc.ca/mp3/podcasts/bconthecoast_20120518_84481.mp3 Debris from last year's Japanese earthquake and tsunami continues to wash up on BC shores. Last month Peter Mark discovered a rusted Harley Davidson motorcycle on the shores of Haida Gwaii. Peter updated us on the story that made international news. http://www.cbc.ca/podcasting podcasting@cbc.ca Fri, 18 May 2012 04:00:00 GMT Tsunmai Debris Update Debris from last year's Japanese earthquake and tsunami continues to wash up on BC shores. Last month Peter Mark discovered a rusted Harley Davidson motorcycle on the shores of Haida Gwaii. Peter updated us on the story that made international news. 432 http://podcast.cbc.ca/mp3/podcasts/bconthecoast_20120517_13048.mp3 There was compelling testimony at the Missing Women's Inquiry today. As CBC reporter Belle Puri told us a former sex trade worker detailed her experience meeting and escaping from serial killer Robert Pickton. http://www.cbc.ca/podcasting podcasting@cbc.ca Thu, 17 May 2012 04:00:00 GMT Missing Women Commission of Inquiry There was compelling testimony at the Missing Women's Inquiry today. As CBC reporter Belle Puri told us a former sex trade worker detailed her experience meeting and escaping from serial killer Robert Pickton. 419 http://podcast.cbc.ca/mp3/podcasts/bconthecoast_20120517_16595.mp3 Lean back and get ready for some fun on Quinn's Quiz. http://www.cbc.ca/podcasting podcasting@cbc.ca Thu, 17 May 2012 04:00:00 GMT Quinn's Quiz Lean back and get ready for some fun on Quinn's Quiz. 467 http://podcast.cbc.ca/mp3/podcasts/bconthecoast_20120517_93831.mp3 Bob Rennie, Vancouver's "Condo King", gave a talk today entitled "What If It Is Not A Bubble?" in reference to the Vancouver real estate market. He gave On The Coast listeners an overview. http://www.cbc.ca/podcasting podcasting@cbc.ca Thu, 17 May 2012 04:00:00 GMT Bob Rennie Bob Rennie, Vancouver's "Condo King", gave a talk today entitled "What If It Is Not A Bubble?" in reference to the Vancouver real estate market. He gave On The Coast listeners an overview. 557 http://podcast.cbc.ca/mp3/podcasts/bconthecoast_20120516_41326.mp3 TransLink wants to eliminate its TaxiSaver program and put the money it saves into enhanced HandyDart service. Jill Weiss, the chair of the Persons with Disabilities Advisory Committee for the City of Vancouver, is worried about the changes. http://www.cbc.ca/podcasting podcasting@cbc.ca Wed, 16 May 2012 04:00:00 GMT TaxiSaver Scrapped TransLink wants to eliminate its TaxiSaver program and put the money it saves into enhanced HandyDart service. Jill Weiss, the chair of the Persons with Disabilities Advisory Committee for the City of Vancouver, is worried about the changes. 512 http://podcast.cbc.ca/mp3/podcasts/bconthecoast_20120516_81080.mp3 The Abbotsford Police will show a new anti-gang documentary to the public tonight. Sgt. Mike Novakowski is with the Abbotsford Police. http://www.cbc.ca/podcasting podcasting@cbc.ca Wed, 16 May 2012 04:00:00 GMT Gang Film The Abbotsford Police will show a new anti-gang documentary to the public tonight. Sgt. Mike Novakowski is with the Abbotsford Police. 462 http://podcast.cbc.ca/mp3/podcasts/bconthecoast_20120516_29804.mp3 Dog guru Brad Pattison dropped in to talk about his new book on training puppies. http://www.cbc.ca/podcasting podcasting@cbc.ca Wed, 16 May 2012 04:00:00 GMT Brad Pattison Dog guru Brad Pattison dropped in to talk about his new book on training puppies. 426 http://podcast.cbc.ca/mp3/podcasts/bconthecoast_20120515_36253.mp3 CBC reporter Steve Lus told us how and why Transit Police in the Lower Mainland are making double the overtime pay that Vancouver police officers make. http://www.cbc.ca/podcasting podcasting@cbc.ca Tue, 15 May 2012 04:00:00 GMT Transit Police Overtime CBC reporter Steve Lus told us how and why Transit Police in the Lower Mainland are making double the overtime pay that Vancouver police officers make. 445 http://podcast.cbc.ca/mp3/podcasts/bconthecoast_20120515_69660.mp3 Parent Project columnist Michelle Eliot explored Time magazine's latest controversial cover which focused on so-called "Attachment Parenting". http://www.cbc.ca/podcasting podcasting@cbc.ca Tue, 15 May 2012 04:00:00 GMT Parent Project/Time Magazine Parent Project columnist Michelle Eliot explored Time magazine's latest controversial cover which focused on so-called "Attachment Parenting". 533 http://podcast.cbc.ca/mp3/podcasts/bconthecoast_20120515_47210.mp3 Tonight the city of Coquitlam hosts a public meeting on a proposed ban on hunting in the municipality. The planned bylaw has sparked considerable opposition from archers and hunters including Ted Kennedy. http://www.cbc.ca/podcasting podcasting@cbc.ca Tue, 15 May 2012 04:00:00 GMT Hunting in Coquitlam Tonight the city of Coquitlam hosts a public meeting on a proposed ban on hunting in the municipality. The planned bylaw has sparked considerable opposition from archers and hunters including Ted Kennedy. 294 http://podcast.cbc.ca/mp3/podcasts/bconthecoast_20120514_48431.mp3 Finance minister Kevin Falcon told us when and how the Provincial Sales Tax will be re-introduced. http://www.cbc.ca/podcasting podcasting@cbc.ca Mon, 14 May 2012 04:00:00 GMT Kevin Falcon Finance minister Kevin Falcon told us when and how the Provincial Sales Tax will be re-introduced. 422 http://podcast.cbc.ca/mp3/podcasts/bconthecoast_20120514_79142.mp3 CBC star Rick Mercer paid a visit to On The Coast. http://www.cbc.ca/podcasting podcasting@cbc.ca Mon, 14 May 2012 04:00:00 GMT Rick Mercer CBC star Rick Mercer paid a visit to On The Coast. 540 http://podcast.cbc.ca/mp3/podcasts/bconthecoast_20120514_99372.mp3 Urban Foodie Anya Levykh dropped by to get us up to speed on the short spot prawn season and she left us with a recipe for the crustaceans as well. http://www.cbc.ca/podcasting podcasting@cbc.ca Mon, 14 May 2012 04:00:00 GMT Anya/Spot Prawns Urban Foodie Anya Levykh dropped by to get us up to speed on the short spot prawn season and she left us with a recipe for the crustaceans as well. 470 http://podcast.cbc.ca/mp3/podcasts/bconthecoast_20120511_33963.mp3 Movie critic Katherine Monk dropped by to review "Dark Shadows", "Headhunters" and "The Best Exotic Marigold Hotel". http://www.cbc.ca/podcasting podcasting@cbc.ca Fri, 11 May 2012 04:00:00 GMT Katherine Monk Movie critic Katherine Monk dropped by to review "Dark Shadows", "Headhunters" and "The Best Exotic Marigold Hotel". 469 http://podcast.cbc.ca/mp3/podcasts/bconthecoast_20120511_15013.mp3 Education minister George Abbott told us why the government is acting to seismically upgrade certain schools. http://www.cbc.ca/podcasting podcasting@cbc.ca Fri, 11 May 2012 04:00:00 GMT George Abbott Education minister George Abbott told us why the government is acting to seismically upgrade certain schools. 415 http://podcast.cbc.ca/mp3/podcasts/bconthecoast_20120511_19800.mp3 Tofino mayor Perry Schmunk told us how his community is planning on dealing with debris that is washing up on local shores from last year's Japanese earthquake and tsunami. http://www.cbc.ca/podcasting podcasting@cbc.ca Fri, 11 May 2012 04:00:00 GMT Tofino Mayor Tofino mayor Perry Schmunk told us how his community is planning on dealing with debris that is washing up on local shores from last year's Japanese earthquake and tsunami. 319 http://podcast.cbc.ca/mp3/podcasts/bconthecoast_20120510_39746.mp3 NDP House Leader John Horgan told us why his party is fighting extraordinary measures in Victoria as the government attempts to pass a backlog of bills with just a little more than a week left in the Spring session. http://www.cbc.ca/podcasting podcasting@cbc.ca Thu, 10 May 2012 04:00:00 GMT John Horgan NDP House Leader John Horgan told us why his party is fighting extraordinary measures in Victoria as the government attempts to pass a backlog of bills with just a little more than a week left in the Spring session. 500 http://podcast.cbc.ca/mp3/podcasts/bconthecoast_20120510_15674.mp3 The BC Teachers' Federation and its employers continue to wrangle. Yesterday public school employers applied to the Labour Relations Board to end the teachers' withdrawal from what teachers say are extracurricular and voluntary activities. Susan Lambert is the president of the BCTF. http://www.cbc.ca/podcasting podcasting@cbc.ca Thu, 10 May 2012 04:00:00 GMT BCTF President Susan Lambert The BC Teachers' Federation and its employers continue to wrangle. Yesterday public school employers applied to the Labour Relations Board to end the teachers' withdrawal from what teachers say are extracurricular and voluntary activities. Susan Lambert is the president of the BCTF. 521 http://podcast.cbc.ca/mp3/podcasts/bconthecoast_20120510_28671.mp3 Time to get your grin on with another edition of Quinn's Quiz. http://www.cbc.ca/podcasting podcasting@cbc.ca Thu, 10 May 2012 04:00:00 GMT Quinn's Quiz Time to get your grin on with another edition of Quinn's Quiz. 387 http://podcast.cbc.ca/mp3/podcasts/bconthecoast_20120509_40327.mp3 CBC personality Linden MacIntyre has branched out from hosting "The Fifth Estate" and has just produced a new novel "Why Men Lie". Here is a special long format unedited interview that looks at the book and his career and his past. http://www.cbc.ca/podcasting podcasting@cbc.ca Wed, 09 May 2012 04:00:00 GMT Linden MacIntyre CBC personality Linden MacIntyre has branched out from hosting "The Fifth Estate" and has just produced a new novel "Why Men Lie". Here is a special long format unedited interview that looks at the book and his career and his past. 1325 http://podcast.cbc.ca/mp3/podcasts/bconthecoast_20120509_44829.mp3 David Eby of the BC Civil Liberties Association told us why his organisation wants the Vancouver School Board to remove so-called mosquito devices from schoolgrounds. http://www.cbc.ca/podcasting podcasting@cbc.ca Wed, 09 May 2012 04:00:00 GMT David Eby Wants VSB to Buzz Off David Eby of the BC Civil Liberties Association told us why his organisation wants the Vancouver School Board to remove so-called mosquito devices from schoolgrounds. 393 http://podcast.cbc.ca/mp3/podcasts/bconthecoast_20120509_48400.mp3 Today Barack Obama became the first US President to publicly support gay marriage. UBC professor Paul Quirk commented on the groundbreaking announcement. http://www.cbc.ca/podcasting podcasting@cbc.ca Wed, 09 May 2012 04:00:00 GMT Obama Supports Gay Marriage Today Barack Obama became the first US President to publicly support gay marriage. UBC professor Paul Quirk commented on the groundbreaking announcement. 435 http://podcast.cbc.ca/mp3/podcasts/bconthecoast_20120508_15505.mp3 Wine Master Barb Philip dropped by the studio to tackle the question of what wines stand up best to the spice of Indian Food. http://www.cbc.ca/podcasting podcasting@cbc.ca Wed, 09 May 2012 04:00:00 GMT Barb/Wines for Indian Cuisine Wine Master Barb Philip dropped by the studio to tackle the question of what wines stand up best to the spice of Indian Food. 371 http://podcast.cbc.ca/mp3/podcasts/bconthecoast_20120508_70133.mp3 Vancouver School Board wants the public's input and it's launching the first of three public consultations focusing on the future of Vancouver schools. Jordan Tinney is the Vancouver School Board Deputy Superintendent. http://www.cbc.ca/podcasting podcasting@cbc.ca Tue, 08 May 2012 04:00:00 GMT Vancouver School Board Public Consultations Vancouver School Board wants the public's input and it's launching the first of three public consultations focusing on the future of Vancouver schools. Jordan Tinney is the Vancouver School Board Deputy Superintendent. 461 http://podcast.cbc.ca/mp3/podcasts/bconthecoast_20120508_17923.mp3 One in five new mothers experience postpartum depression. In spite of services available, some women still go untreated. Michelle Eliot has more on today's Parent Project. http://www.cbc.ca/podcasting podcasting@cbc.ca Tue, 08 May 2012 04:00:00 GMT The Parent Project: Postpartum Depression One in five new mothers experience postpartum depression. In spite of services available, some women still go untreated. Michelle Eliot has more on today's Parent Project. 392 http://podcast.cbc.ca/mp3/podcasts/bconthecoast_20120507_60648.mp3 The provincial Minister of Transportation, Blair Lekstrom, announced new ways for TransLink to clamp down on transit fare cheats. http://www.cbc.ca/podcasting podcasting@cbc.ca Mon, 07 May 2012 04:00:00 GMT Blair Lekstrom The provincial Minister of Transportation, Blair Lekstrom, announced new ways for TransLink to clamp down on transit fare cheats. 460 http://podcast.cbc.ca/mp3/podcasts/bconthecoast_20120507_87677.mp3 Three years ago Abbotsford had one of the highest murder rates in Canada. These days Abbotsford's chief constable Bob Rich told us things are much better and he offered some advice for other jurisdictions trapped in cycles of drug gang violence. http://www.cbc.ca/podcasting podcasting@cbc.ca Mon, 07 May 2012 04:00:00 GMT Bob Rich Three years ago Abbotsford had one of the highest murder rates in Canada. These days Abbotsford's chief constable Bob Rich told us things are much better and he offered some advice for other jurisdictions trapped in cycles of drug gang violence. 526 http://podcast.cbc.ca/mp3/podcasts/bconthecoast_20120507_17668.mp3 Urban Foodie Anya Levykh dropped by with an additional activity to the traditional Mother's Day Brunch and as usual she left us with a recipe you can try out on dear old Mom. http://www.cbc.ca/podcasting podcasting@cbc.ca Mon, 07 May 2012 04:00:00 GMT Anya/Mother's Day Activity Urban Foodie Anya Levykh dropped by with an additional activity to the traditional Mother's Day Brunch and as usual she left us with a recipe you can try out on dear old Mom. 511 http://podcast.cbc.ca/mp3/podcasts/bconthecoast_20120504_17180.mp3 Our sterling movie reviewer Katherine Monk weighed in on whether "The Avengers" and "Darling Companion" are golden. http://www.cbc.ca/podcasting podcasting@cbc.ca Fri, 04 May 2012 04:00:00 GMT Katherine Monk Our sterling movie reviewer Katherine Monk weighed in on whether "The Avengers" and "Darling Companion" are golden. 439 http://podcast.cbc.ca/mp3/podcasts/bconthecoast_20120504_27429.mp3 It's been a deadly week in gang activity. Last weekend BC resident and high level drug trafficker Tom Gisby was killed near Puerto Vallarta. Then Ranjit Cheema was shot and killed on Wednesday morning in front of his parents' South Vancouver home. RCMP Chief superintendent Dan Malo addressed the recent gang shootings. http://www.cbc.ca/podcasting podcasting@cbc.ca Fri, 04 May 2012 04:00:00 GMT Gangs It's been a deadly week in gang activity. Last weekend BC resident and high level drug trafficker Tom Gisby was killed near Puerto Vallarta. Then Ranjit Cheema was shot and killed on Wednesday morning in front of his parents' South Vancouver home. RCMP Chief superintendent Dan Malo addressed the recent gang shootings. 494 http://podcast.cbc.ca/mp3/podcasts/bconthecoast_20120504_55559.mp3 Vancouverite Samuel Lee went to Seattle for a quick vacation last Tuesday. But instead of R&R Mr. Lee was greeted by May Day rioters who vandalized his car and insulted him. Mr. Lee ran through what has happened since. http://www.cbc.ca/podcasting podcasting@cbc.ca Fri, 04 May 2012 04:00:00 GMT Seattle Sam Vancouverite Samuel Lee went to Seattle for a quick vacation last Tuesday. But instead of R&R Mr. Lee was greeted by May Day rioters who vandalized his car and insulted him. Mr. Lee ran through what has happened since. 462 http://podcast.cbc.ca/mp3/podcasts/bconthecoast_20120503_80323.mp3 Langara College journalism instructor Ross Howard weighed in on the spat between some Toronto media members and Toronto mayor Rob Ford. http://www.cbc.ca/podcasting podcasting@cbc.ca Thu, 03 May 2012 04:00:00 GMT Toronto Mayor vs. The Media Langara College journalism instructor Ross Howard weighed in on the spat between some Toronto media members and Toronto mayor Rob Ford. 495 http://podcast.cbc.ca/mp3/podcasts/bconthecoast_20120503_16390.mp3 There was another gang related shooting yesterday in Vancouver. Vancouver Sun reporter Kim Bolan told us what this might mean in terms of retribution. http://www.cbc.ca/podcasting podcasting@cbc.ca Thu, 03 May 2012 04:00:00 GMT Gang Shooting There was another gang related shooting yesterday in Vancouver. Vancouver Sun reporter Kim Bolan told us what this might mean in terms of retribution. 435 http://podcast.cbc.ca/mp3/podcasts/bconthecoast_20120503_34270.mp3 Time to sit back and have a laugh or two with Quinn's Quiz! http://www.cbc.ca/podcasting podcasting@cbc.ca Thu, 03 May 2012 04:00:00 GMT Quinn's Quiz Time to sit back and have a laugh or two with Quinn's Quiz! 433 http://podcast.cbc.ca/mp3/podcasts/bconthecoast_20120502_20222.mp3 Aboriginal writer Richard Wagamese told us why he wrote an open letter to Prime Minister Stephen Harper lamenting cuts to First Nations health programs. http://www.cbc.ca/podcasting podcasting@cbc.ca Wed, 02 May 2012 04:00:00 GMT Richard Wagamese Aboriginal writer Richard Wagamese told us why he wrote an open letter to Prime Minister Stephen Harper lamenting cuts to First Nations health programs. 500 http://podcast.cbc.ca/mp3/podcasts/bconthecoast_20120502_70693.mp3 Today in Burma opposition leader Aung San Suu Kyi was sworn into parliament. She had been a political prisoner for more than 20 years until her release in late 2010. Vancouver resident Sai On Nammao is orginally from Burma. He hopes that this is the first step to true democracy in the Southeast Asian nation. http://www.cbc.ca/podcasting podcasting@cbc.ca Wed, 02 May 2012 04:00:00 GMT The Democratization of Burma Today in Burma opposition leader Aung San Suu Kyi was sworn into parliament. She had been a political prisoner for more than 20 years until her release in late 2010. Vancouver resident Sai On Nammao is orginally from Burma. He hopes that this is the first step to true democracy in the Southeast Asian nation. 378 http://podcast.cbc.ca/mp3/podcasts/bconthecoast_20120502_19315.mp3 Canadian born businessman Conrad Black is about to be released from prison in Florida. He is expected to return to Toronto after the federal government granted him a temporary resident permit even though he renounced his Canadian citizenship in 2001. Immigration lawyer Joel Sandaluk has been watching the case closely. http://www.cbc.ca/podcasting podcasting@cbc.ca Wed, 02 May 2012 04:00:00 GMT Black Comes Back Canadian born businessman Conrad Black is about to be released from prison in Florida. He is expected to return to Toronto after the federal government granted him a temporary resident permit even though he renounced his Canadian citizenship in 2001. Immigration lawyer Joel Sandaluk has been watching the case closely. 421 http://podcast.cbc.ca/mp3/podcasts/bconthecoast_20120501_50875.mp3 CBC reporter Belle Puri told us the story of a motorcycle that disappeared from Japan in 2011 after the earthquake there and has now turned up on BC's shores. http://www.cbc.ca/podcasting podcasting@cbc.ca Tue, 01 May 2012 04:00:00 GMT Motorcycle Flotsam CBC reporter Belle Puri told us the story of a motorcycle that disappeared from Japan in 2011 after the earthquake there and has now turned up on BC's shores. 314 http://podcast.cbc.ca/mp3/podcasts/bconthecoast_20120501_12605.mp3 Parent project columnist Michelle Eliot told us how and why thousands of children in BC are raised by their grandparents. http://www.cbc.ca/podcasting podcasting@cbc.ca Tue, 01 May 2012 04:00:00 GMT Parent Project/Grandparents as Parents Parent project columnist Michelle Eliot told us how and why thousands of children in BC are raised by their grandparents. 440 http://podcast.cbc.ca/mp3/podcasts/bconthecoast_20120501_95909.mp3 In the next school year there will be fewer days off in Vancouver. Patti Bacchus, the chair of the Vancouver School Board, explained. http://www.cbc.ca/podcasting podcasting@cbc.ca Tue, 01 May 2012 04:00:00 GMT New Vancouver School Calendar In the next school year there will be fewer days off in Vancouver. Patti Bacchus, the chair of the Vancouver School Board, explained. 474 http://podcast.cbc.ca/mp3/podcasts/bconthecoast_20120430_50834.mp3 Constable Doug Spencer, a former Vancouver Police gang specialist, talks about the Thomas Gisby shooting in Mexico. http://www.cbc.ca/podcasting podcasting@cbc.ca Mon, 30 Apr 2012 04:00:00 GMT Thomas Gisby Shooting Constable Doug Spencer, a former Vancouver Police gang specialist, talks about the Thomas Gisby shooting in Mexico. 453 http://podcast.cbc.ca/mp3/podcasts/bconthecoast_20120430_49916.mp3 B.C. Hydro's Cindy Vershoor responds to concerns over Smart Meters. http://www.cbc.ca/podcasting podcasting@cbc.ca Mon, 30 Apr 2012 04:00:00 GMT B.C. Hydro On Smart Meters B.C. Hydro's Cindy Vershoor responds to concerns over Smart Meters. 475 http://podcast.cbc.ca/mp3/podcasts/bconthecoast_20120430_13073.mp3 Fried, sweet, cakey, creamy, gooey, shiny...all these words describe one of the most popular desserts of all time, the doughnut. But the classic glazed jelly is getting a gourmet makeover and the results are anything but ordinary. http://www.cbc.ca/podcasting podcasting@cbc.ca Mon, 30 Apr 2012 04:00:00 GMT Urban Foodie Anya Levykh On Doughnuts Fried, sweet, cakey, creamy, gooey, shiny...all these words describe one of the most popular desserts of all time, the doughnut. But the classic glazed jelly is getting a gourmet makeover and the results are anything but ordinary. 454 http://podcast.cbc.ca/mp3/podcasts/bconthecoast_20120427_65719.mp3 Katherine reviews "The Pirates! Band of Misfits" and "The Five Year Engagement". http://www.cbc.ca/podcasting podcasting@cbc.ca Fri, 27 Apr 2012 04:00:00 GMT Film Reviewer Katherine Monk Katherine reviews "The Pirates! Band of Misfits" and "The Five Year Engagement". 427 http://podcast.cbc.ca/mp3/podcasts/bconthecoast_20120427_70219.mp3 B.C. Hydro says all its customers will have smart meters installed by the end of the year. Vancouver councillor Adriane Carr has put forward a motion allowing Vancouver residents to opt out. http://www.cbc.ca/podcasting podcasting@cbc.ca Fri, 27 Apr 2012 04:00:00 GMT Smart Meters B.C. Hydro says all its customers will have smart meters installed by the end of the year. Vancouver councillor Adriane Carr has put forward a motion allowing Vancouver residents to opt out. 434 http://podcast.cbc.ca/mp3/podcasts/bconthecoast_20120427_24952.mp3 Lady Diana, Noam Chomsky, and Michael Jackson have all come under the gaze of local photographer Art Perry. Today an exhibition featuring his portrait photography opens at the Smash Gallery in Vancouver. http://www.cbc.ca/podcasting podcasting@cbc.ca Fri, 27 Apr 2012 04:00:00 GMT Photographer Art Perry Lady Diana, Noam Chomsky, and Michael Jackson have all come under the gaze of local photographer Art Perry. Today an exhibition featuring his portrait photography opens at the Smash Gallery in Vancouver. 459 http://podcast.cbc.ca/mp3/podcasts/bconthecoast_20120426_61265.mp3 Darrell Mussato, the Mayor of North Vancouver, along with seven other B.C. mayors, are calling for the regulation and taxation of marijuana to reduce gang activity. http://www.cbc.ca/podcasting podcasting@cbc.ca Thu, 26 Apr 2012 04:00:00 GMT Legalizing Marijuana Darrell Mussato, the Mayor of North Vancouver, along with seven other B.C. mayors, are calling for the regulation and taxation of marijuana to reduce gang activity. 489 http://podcast.cbc.ca/mp3/podcasts/bconthecoast_20120426_71205.mp3 Thursday means it was time for another edition of your favourite radio game show; Quinn's Quiz! http://www.cbc.ca/podcasting podcasting@cbc.ca Thu, 26 Apr 2012 04:00:00 GMT Quinn's Quiz Thursday means it was time for another edition of your favourite radio game show; Quinn's Quiz! 411 http://podcast.cbc.ca/mp3/podcasts/bconthecoast_20120426_90563.mp3 A Prince Rupert teacher was told she couldn't wear a button with a line from Dr. Seuss' Yertle the Turtle. Hear what you had to say on our Hot Topic followed by an interview with Philip Nel, the director of the Children's Literature program at Kansas State University. http://www.cbc.ca/podcasting podcasting@cbc.ca Thu, 26 Apr 2012 04:00:00 GMT Yertle the Turtle A Prince Rupert teacher was told she couldn't wear a button with a line from Dr. Seuss' Yertle the Turtle. Hear what you had to say on our Hot Topic followed by an interview with Philip Nel, the director of the Children's Literature program at Kansas State University. 702 http://podcast.cbc.ca/mp3/podcasts/bconthecoast_20120425_73361.mp3 Lumber industry watcher Kéta Kosman is concerned about the number of recent sawmill fires, not just in BC, but throughout North America. http://www.cbc.ca/podcasting podcasting@cbc.ca Wed, 25 Apr 2012 04:00:00 GMT Sawmill Concerns Lumber industry watcher Kéta Kosman is concerned about the number of recent sawmill fires, not just in BC, but throughout North America. 317 http://podcast.cbc.ca/mp3/podcasts/bconthecoast_20120425_62546.mp3 Yesterday's explosion at a sawmill in Prince George has now claimed two lives. It was the second deadly mill fire in the last two months. WorkSafeBC vice president Roberta Ellis told us the organisation has now ordered inspections of all sawmills in the province. http://www.cbc.ca/podcasting podcasting@cbc.ca Wed, 25 Apr 2012 04:00:00 GMT WorkSafeBC on Sawmill Safety Yesterday's explosion at a sawmill in Prince George has now claimed two lives. It was the second deadly mill fire in the last two months. WorkSafeBC vice president Roberta Ellis told us the organisation has now ordered inspections of all sawmills in the province. 373 http://podcast.cbc.ca/mp3/podcasts/bconthecoast_20120425_88535.mp3 Vancouver has a new intiative to make it the greenest place in the world. Councillor Andrea Reimer explained what the Greenest City Action Plan is all about. http://www.cbc.ca/podcasting podcasting@cbc.ca Wed, 25 Apr 2012 04:00:00 GMT Greenest City Vancouver has a new intiative to make it the greenest place in the world. Councillor Andrea Reimer explained what the Greenest City Action Plan is all about. 446 http://podcast.cbc.ca/mp3/podcasts/bconthecoast_20120424_77216.mp3 Vancouver Mayor Gregor Robertson told us why he is opposed to a planned expansion of the Kinder Morgan pipeline in to Burrard Inlet. http://www.cbc.ca/podcasting podcasting@cbc.ca Tue, 24 Apr 2012 04:00:00 GMT Gregor Robertson Vancouver Mayor Gregor Robertson told us why he is opposed to a planned expansion of the Kinder Morgan pipeline in to Burrard Inlet. 483 http://podcast.cbc.ca/mp3/podcasts/bconthecoast_20120424_86232.mp3 Polsters were predicting a win for the Wildrose Party in yesterday's Alberta election. But the electorate decided otherwise voting in a large Progressive Conservative majority. Political scientist Harold Jansen weighed in on how the pollsters got it so wrong. http://www.cbc.ca/podcasting podcasting@cbc.ca Tue, 24 Apr 2012 04:00:00 GMT Poll Fail Polsters were predicting a win for the Wildrose Party in yesterday's Alberta election. But the electorate decided otherwise voting in a large Progressive Conservative majority. Political scientist Harold Jansen weighed in on how the pollsters got it so wrong. 427 http://podcast.cbc.ca/mp3/podcasts/bconthecoast_20120424_70171.mp3 Wine Master Barb Philip joined us from London with a look at global wine trends and she left us with recommmendations for a quartet of fashionable wines. http://www.cbc.ca/podcasting podcasting@cbc.ca Tue, 24 Apr 2012 04:00:00 GMT Barb/Global Wine Trends Wine Master Barb Philip joined us from London with a look at global wine trends and she left us with recommmendations for a quartet of fashionable wines. 341 http://podcast.cbc.ca/mp3/podcasts/bconthecoast_20120423_24317.mp3 Two parents gave us their opinion on the BCTF's withdrawal of supervision of extracurricular activities. http://www.cbc.ca/podcasting podcasting@cbc.ca Mon, 23 Apr 2012 04:00:00 GMT Parents React To BCTF Withdawal of Extracurricular Supervision Two parents gave us their opinion on the BCTF's withdrawal of supervision of extracurricular activities. 616 http://podcast.cbc.ca/mp3/podcasts/bconthecoast_20120423_92673.mp3 The recent better weather has many of thinking about the great outdoors and that prompted our Urban Foodie Anya Levykh to review several restaurant patios. And she left us with a recipe for a couple of alfresco friendly libations. http://www.cbc.ca/podcasting podcasting@cbc.ca Mon, 23 Apr 2012 04:00:00 GMT Anya/Patio Dining The recent better weather has many of thinking about the great outdoors and that prompted our Urban Foodie Anya Levykh to review several restaurant patios. And she left us with a recipe for a couple of alfresco friendly libations. 344 http://podcast.cbc.ca/mp3/podcasts/bconthecoast_20120423_28796.mp3 The recent better weather has many of thinking about the great outdoors and that prompted our Urban Foodie Anya Levykh to review several restaurant patios. And she left us with a recipe for a couple of alfresco friendly libations. http://www.cbc.ca/podcasting podcasting@cbc.ca Mon, 23 Apr 2012 04:00:00 GMT Anya/Patio Dining The recent better weather has many of thinking about the great outdoors and that prompted our Urban Foodie Anya Levykh to review several restaurant patios. And she left us with a recipe for a couple of alfresco friendly libations. 344 http://podcast.cbc.ca/mp3/podcasts/bconthecoast_20120423_52855.mp3 Education minister George Abbott reacted to last week's decision by BC teachers to forego extracurricular activities. http://www.cbc.ca/podcasting podcasting@cbc.ca Mon, 23 Apr 2012 04:00:00 GMT George Abbott Education minister George Abbott reacted to last week's decision by BC teachers to forego extracurricular activities. 518 http://podcast.cbc.ca/mp3/podcasts/bconthecoast_20120420_60090.mp3 Today movie critic Katherine Monk reviewed the new documentary "Chimpanzee", "Hard Core Logo 2", and "Comic-Con Episode IV: A Fan's Hope". http://www.cbc.ca/podcasting podcasting@cbc.ca Fri, 20 Apr 2012 04:00:00 GMT Katherine Monk Today movie critic Katherine Monk reviewed the new documentary "Chimpanzee", "Hard Core Logo 2", and "Comic-Con Episode IV: A Fan's Hope". 440 http://podcast.cbc.ca/mp3/podcasts/bconthecoast_20120420_16120.mp3 John de Lancie, the actor who played "Q" on various Star Trek series, is in town and he teleported in to Studio 10 where he allowed the humnaoid Stephen Quinn to question him. http://www.cbc.ca/podcasting podcasting@cbc.ca Fri, 20 Apr 2012 04:00:00 GMT "Q" Materialises on OTC John de Lancie, the actor who played "Q" on various Star Trek series, is in town and he teleported in to Studio 10 where he allowed the humnaoid Stephen Quinn to question him. 571 http://podcast.cbc.ca/mp3/podcasts/bconthecoast_20120420_76400.mp3 The leader of the BC NDP, Adrian Dix, commented on his party's two byelection wins last night. http://www.cbc.ca/podcasting podcasting@cbc.ca Fri, 20 Apr 2012 04:00:00 GMT Adrian Dix The leader of the BC NDP, Adrian Dix, commented on his party's two byelection wins last night. 634 http://podcast.cbc.ca/mp3/podcasts/bconthecoast_20120420_17779.mp3 Time teachers voted today to withdraw from extracurricular activities. And the BC Labour Relations Board issued an order this morning which requires teachers to prepare second-term report cards immediately. BCTF president Susan Lambert reacted to the decisions. http://www.cbc.ca/podcasting podcasting@cbc.ca Fri, 20 Apr 2012 04:00:00 GMT Teachers' Dispute Time teachers voted today to withdraw from extracurricular activities. And the BC Labour Relations Board issued an order this morning which requires teachers to prepare second-term report cards immediately. BCTF president Susan Lambert reacted to the decisions. 400 http://podcast.cbc.ca/mp3/podcasts/bconthecoast_20120419_37068.mp3 Thursday means it was time for another edition of your favourite radio game show; Quinn's Quiz! http://www.cbc.ca/podcasting podcasting@cbc.ca Thu, 19 Apr 2012 04:00:00 GMT Quinn's Quiz Thursday means it was time for another edition of your favourite radio game show; Quinn's Quiz! 411 http://podcast.cbc.ca/mp3/podcasts/bconthecoast_20120419_33515.mp3 The Minister of Transportation, Blair Lekstrom, broke down where he thinks TransLink can get funds for future projects. http://www.cbc.ca/podcasting podcasting@cbc.ca Thu, 19 Apr 2012 04:00:00 GMT Blair Lekstrom The Minister of Transportation, Blair Lekstrom, broke down where he thinks TransLink can get funds for future projects. 480 http://podcast.cbc.ca/mp3/podcasts/bconthecoast_20120419_87511.mp3 The President of the CBC, Hubert Lacroix, parsed out how the corporation has dealt with its budget cut. http://www.cbc.ca/podcasting podcasting@cbc.ca Thu, 19 Apr 2012 04:00:00 GMT Hubert Lacroix The President of the CBC, Hubert Lacroix, parsed out how the corporation has dealt with its budget cut. 661 http://podcast.cbc.ca/mp3/podcasts/bconthecoast_20120418_96128.mp3 Two hours before puck drop in Game Four of the Canucks-Kings series, On the Coast sports guy Shane Foxman predicted the outcome of the game - exactly. We can't wait to hear what he has to say about game five. http://www.cbc.ca/podcasting podcasting@cbc.ca Thu, 19 Apr 2012 04:00:00 GMT Clairvoyant Foxman Two hours before puck drop in Game Four of the Canucks-Kings series, On the Coast sports guy Shane Foxman predicted the outcome of the game - exactly. We can't wait to hear what he has to say about game five. 64 http://podcast.cbc.ca/mp3/podcasts/bconthecoast_20120418_62445.mp3 The United States Attorney who prosecuted BC pot activist Marc Emery was in Vancouver today and he is now calling for the legalization of marijuana. John McKay told us why. http://www.cbc.ca/podcasting podcasting@cbc.ca Wed, 18 Apr 2012 04:00:00 GMT McKay on Marijuana The United States Attorney who prosecuted BC pot activist Marc Emery was in Vancouver today and he is now calling for the legalization of marijuana. John McKay told us why. 472 http://podcast.cbc.ca/mp3/podcasts/bconthecoast_20120418_80339.mp3 Former federal Conservative cabinet minister Chuck Strahl explained why his support in this week's provincial Chilliwack byelection is behind the BC Liberal candidate as opposed to the BC Conservative candidate. http://www.cbc.ca/podcasting podcasting@cbc.ca Wed, 18 Apr 2012 04:00:00 GMT Chuck Strahl Former federal Conservative cabinet minister Chuck Strahl explained why his support in this week's provincial Chilliwack byelection is behind the BC Liberal candidate as opposed to the BC Conservative candidate. 451 http://podcast.cbc.ca/mp3/podcasts/bconthecoast_20120418_68047.mp3 Nikki Skuce from the environmental group ForestEthics told us why the group is giving up its charitable status......at least partly. http://www.cbc.ca/podcasting podcasting@cbc.ca Wed, 18 Apr 2012 04:00:00 GMT ForestEthics Nikki Skuce from the environmental group ForestEthics told us why the group is giving up its charitable status......at least partly. 416 http://podcast.cbc.ca/mp3/podcasts/bconthecoast_20120417_76305.mp3 "World Peace and Other 4th Grade Achievements"" is the title of a documentary that tells the story of American teacher John Hunter. Thirty years ago Mr. Hunter developed a game that emulates geo-political problems and challenges students to find solutions.The film opens the "Projecting Change" film festival in Vancouver tonight. Before it screened John Hunter joined Stephen in studio. http://www.cbc.ca/podcasting podcasting@cbc.ca Tue, 17 Apr 2012 04:00:00 GMT World Peace and Other 4th Grade Achievements "World Peace and Other 4th Grade Achievements"" is the title of a documentary that tells the story of American teacher John Hunter. Thirty years ago Mr. Hunter developed a game that emulates geo-political problems and challenges students to find solutions.The film opens the "Projecting Change" film festival in Vancouver tonight. Before it screened John Hunter joined Stephen in studio. 487 http://podcast.cbc.ca/mp3/podcasts/bconthecoast_20120417_48493.mp3 Two provincial byelections are set for later this week in Port Moody and Chilliwack. Today reporter Jeremy Deutch and community website operator Amber Strocel looked at what Port Moody-Coquitlam residents are concerned about in the countdown to the vote. http://www.cbc.ca/podcasting podcasting@cbc.ca Tue, 17 Apr 2012 04:00:00 GMT Port Moody-Coquitlam Byelection Two provincial byelections are set for later this week in Port Moody and Chilliwack. Today reporter Jeremy Deutch and community website operator Amber Strocel looked at what Port Moody-Coquitlam residents are concerned about in the countdown to the vote. 482 http://podcast.cbc.ca/mp3/podcasts/bconthecoast_20120417_66880.mp3 Parent Project columnist Michelle Eliot looked at whether parents should pressure their children to diet. http://www.cbc.ca/podcasting podcasting@cbc.ca Tue, 17 Apr 2012 04:00:00 GMT Parent Project/Diets Parent Project columnist Michelle Eliot looked at whether parents should pressure their children to diet. 454 http://podcast.cbc.ca/mp3/podcasts/bconthecoast_20120417_16210.mp3 The Minister of Natural Resources, Joe Oliver, explained why the federal government is streamlining the environmental process needed to approve projects. http://www.cbc.ca/podcasting podcasting@cbc.ca Tue, 17 Apr 2012 04:00:00 GMT Joe Oliver The Minister of Natural Resources, Joe Oliver, explained why the federal government is streamlining the environmental process needed to approve projects. 542 http://podcast.cbc.ca/mp3/podcasts/bconthecoast_20120416_10039.mp3 Hockey columnist Adam Proteau commented on what seems to have been an especially violent start to the NHL playoffs. http://www.cbc.ca/podcasting podcasting@cbc.ca Mon, 16 Apr 2012 04:00:00 GMT Violent Playoffs Hockey columnist Adam Proteau commented on what seems to have been an especially violent start to the NHL playoffs. 379 http://podcast.cbc.ca/mp3/podcasts/bconthecoast_20120416_77905.mp3 Two provincial byelections are set for later this week in Port Moody and Chilliwack. Paul Henderson is a reporter with the Chilliwack Times. He told us what residents of the riding have to say about the vote. http://www.cbc.ca/podcasting podcasting@cbc.ca Mon, 16 Apr 2012 04:00:00 GMT Byelection Two provincial byelections are set for later this week in Port Moody and Chilliwack. Paul Henderson is a reporter with the Chilliwack Times. He told us what residents of the riding have to say about the vote. 528 http://podcast.cbc.ca/mp3/podcasts/bconthecoast_20120416_45946.mp3 With the NHL playoffs in full flight our Urban Foodie Anya Levykh dropped by with recommendations on where to catch the game and some fine food. She also recommended takeout spots if you prefer to watch in the privacy of your own home and, as per normal, she left us with a recipe which in this case should go perfectly with a little puck perusal. http://www.cbc.ca/podcasting podcasting@cbc.ca Mon, 16 Apr 2012 04:00:00 GMT Anya/Game Time Noshes With the NHL playoffs in full flight our Urban Foodie Anya Levykh dropped by with recommendations on where to catch the game and some fine food. She also recommended takeout spots if you prefer to watch in the privacy of your own home and, as per normal, she left us with a recipe which in this case should go perfectly with a little puck perusal. 346 http://podcast.cbc.ca/mp3/podcasts/bconthecoast_20120413_41280.mp3 Movie maven Katherine Monk cast her practised eye upon "Bully" and "The Cabin In The Woods". http://www.cbc.ca/podcasting podcasting@cbc.ca Fri, 13 Apr 2012 04:00:00 GMT Katherine Monk Movie maven Katherine Monk cast her practised eye upon "Bully" and "The Cabin In The Woods". 439 http://podcast.cbc.ca/mp3/podcasts/bconthecoast_20120413_28289.mp3 With the provincial NDP riding high in opinion polls some people are calling on the Liberals and Conservatives to join forces in time for next year's election. We heard from Phil Hochstein who is a booster of the idea. He is the president of the Independent Contractors and Businesses Association. We also spoke to John Cummins, the leader of the BC Conservative Party. http://www.cbc.ca/podcasting podcasting@cbc.ca Fri, 13 Apr 2012 04:00:00 GMT Coalition of the Right With the provincial NDP riding high in opinion polls some people are calling on the Liberals and Conservatives to join forces in time for next year's election. We heard from Phil Hochstein who is a booster of the idea. He is the president of the Independent Contractors and Businesses Association. We also spoke to John Cummins, the leader of the BC Conservative Party. 922 http://podcast.cbc.ca/mp3/podcasts/bconthecoast_20120413_94235.mp3 The company that owns and runs the Trans Mountain Pipeline from Alberta to the Lower Mainland wants to more than double its current capacity. Economist Robyn Allan weighed in on the debits of the proposal. http://www.cbc.ca/podcasting podcasting@cbc.ca Fri, 13 Apr 2012 04:00:00 GMT Trans Mountain Pipeline Expansion The company that owns and runs the Trans Mountain Pipeline from Alberta to the Lower Mainland wants to more than double its current capacity. Economist Robyn Allan weighed in on the debits of the proposal. 509 http://podcast.cbc.ca/mp3/podcasts/bconthecoast_20120412_27499.mp3 Burnaby mayor Derek Corrigan told us why he is campaigning for a new hospital in Burnaby. http://www.cbc.ca/podcasting podcasting@cbc.ca Thu, 12 Apr 2012 04:00:00 GMT Derek Corrigan Burnaby mayor Derek Corrigan told us why he is campaigning for a new hospital in Burnaby. 449 http://podcast.cbc.ca/mp3/podcasts/bconthecoast_20120412_23869.mp3 Micheal Vonn, of the BC Civil Liberties Association, responded to the Vancouver Police Department's plans to keep order during the NHL playoffs. http://www.cbc.ca/podcasting podcasting@cbc.ca Thu, 12 Apr 2012 04:00:00 GMT Vonn On VPD Micheal Vonn, of the BC Civil Liberties Association, responded to the Vancouver Police Department's plans to keep order during the NHL playoffs. 487 http://podcast.cbc.ca/mp3/podcasts/bconthecoast_20120412_90833.mp3 Batten down the hatches; it's time once again for another edition of Quinn's Quiz. http://www.cbc.ca/podcasting podcasting@cbc.ca Thu, 12 Apr 2012 04:00:00 GMT Quinn's Quiz Batten down the hatches; it's time once again for another edition of Quinn's Quiz. 312 http://podcast.cbc.ca/mp3/podcasts/bconthecoast_20120412_60125.mp3 Game one of the first round of the Stanley Cup playoffs begins tonight. Vancouver Police spokesperson Lindsey Houghton told us how the department plans to police the downtown during the NHL post season. http://www.cbc.ca/podcasting podcasting@cbc.ca Thu, 12 Apr 2012 04:00:00 GMT VPD Hockey Presence Game one of the first round of the Stanley Cup playoffs begins tonight. Vancouver Police spokesperson Lindsey Houghton told us how the department plans to police the downtown during the NHL post season. 467 http://podcast.cbc.ca/mp3/podcasts/bconthecoast_20120411_10257.mp3 Vancouver author Karen LeBillon has just published "French Kids Eat Everything". She filled us in on why French children have a broader palate than picky North American children. http://www.cbc.ca/podcasting podcasting@cbc.ca Wed, 11 Apr 2012 04:00:00 GMT French Kids Eat Everything Vancouver author Karen LeBillon has just published "French Kids Eat Everything". She filled us in on why French children have a broader palate than picky North American children. 459 http://podcast.cbc.ca/mp3/podcasts/bconthecoast_20120411_78369.mp3 Hey have you heard? The Canucks kick off their Stanley Cup playoff run tonight. Stephen spoke to two keen observers about Vancouver's chances to equal or even surpass its success of last year. http://www.cbc.ca/podcasting podcasting@cbc.ca Wed, 11 Apr 2012 04:00:00 GMT Canucks Hey have you heard? The Canucks kick off their Stanley Cup playoff run tonight. Stephen spoke to two keen observers about Vancouver's chances to equal or even surpass its success of last year. 429 http://podcast.cbc.ca/mp3/podcasts/bconthecoast_20120411_79559.mp3 TransLink got the thumbs down on proposed fare increases this morning. Transit overseer Martin Crilly rejected a 12.5 per cent fare boost but he left the door open for a more modest rise. Gordon Price is the director of SFU's City Program and also a former member of Translink's Board. He weighed in on where the mass transit company goes next. http://www.cbc.ca/podcasting podcasting@cbc.ca Wed, 11 Apr 2012 04:00:00 GMT TransLink Fares TransLink got the thumbs down on proposed fare increases this morning. Transit overseer Martin Crilly rejected a 12.5 per cent fare boost but he left the door open for a more modest rise. Gordon Price is the director of SFU's City Program and also a former member of Translink's Board. He weighed in on where the mass transit company goes next. 526 http://podcast.cbc.ca/mp3/podcasts/bconthecoast_20120410_24103.mp3 Today the spotlight at the Missing Women Commission of Inquiry was on Randi Connor, the Crown prosecutor who decided to stay the attempted murder charges against serial killer Robert Pickton in 1998. CBC reporter Belle Puri brought us the details. http://www.cbc.ca/podcasting podcasting@cbc.ca Tue, 10 Apr 2012 04:00:00 GMT Missing Women Inquiry Today the spotlight at the Missing Women Commission of Inquiry was on Randi Connor, the Crown prosecutor who decided to stay the attempted murder charges against serial killer Robert Pickton in 1998. CBC reporter Belle Puri brought us the details. 357 http://podcast.cbc.ca/mp3/podcasts/bconthecoast_20120410_76131.mp3 Parent Project columnist Michelle Eliot brought us the latest controversy on how children are taught math. http://www.cbc.ca/podcasting podcasting@cbc.ca Tue, 10 Apr 2012 04:00:00 GMT Parent Project/Teaching Math Parent Project columnist Michelle Eliot brought us the latest controversy on how children are taught math. 395 http://podcast.cbc.ca/mp3/podcasts/bconthecoast_20120410_20707.mp3 Tomorrow, the city of Vancouver's urban design panel will review a proposal for a 49 storey tower at the corner of Howe and Beach Avenue. Stefan Benisch is a member of the panel. Mr. Benisch ran through the pros and cons of higher towers. http://www.cbc.ca/podcasting podcasting@cbc.ca Tue, 10 Apr 2012 04:00:00 GMT Tall Buildings Tomorrow, the city of Vancouver's urban design panel will review a proposal for a 49 storey tower at the corner of Howe and Beach Avenue. Stefan Benisch is a member of the panel. Mr. Benisch ran through the pros and cons of higher towers. 400 http://podcast.cbc.ca/mp3/podcasts/bconthecoast_20120410_56575.mp3 Our globetrotting wine expert Barb Philip is back from Europe and she gave us a look at vintages from Bordeaux and other parts of Southwest France. http://www.cbc.ca/podcasting podcasting@cbc.ca Tue, 10 Apr 2012 04:00:00 GMT Barb/Bordeaux and Southwest France Our globetrotting wine expert Barb Philip is back from Europe and she gave us a look at vintages from Bordeaux and other parts of Southwest France. 465 http://podcast.cbc.ca/mp3/podcasts/bconthecoast_20120405_21092.mp3 Our movie reviewer Katherine Monk critiqued "Moth Diaries" and "The Raid: Redemption". http://www.cbc.ca/podcasting podcasting@cbc.ca Thu, 05 Apr 2012 04:00:00 GMT Katherine Monk Our movie reviewer Katherine Monk critiqued "Moth Diaries" and "The Raid: Redemption". 451 http://podcast.cbc.ca/mp3/podcasts/bconthecoast_20120405_54106.mp3 This week's Auditor General's report on the acquistion of F-35 fighter jets continues to dog the federal government. Reporter Lee Berthiaume looked at the ramifications for the Tories. http://www.cbc.ca/podcasting podcasting@cbc.ca Thu, 05 Apr 2012 04:00:00 GMT F-35 Controversy This week's Auditor General's report on the acquistion of F-35 fighter jets continues to dog the federal government. Reporter Lee Berthiaume looked at the ramifications for the Tories. 533 http://podcast.cbc.ca/mp3/podcasts/bconthecoast_20120405_57750.mp3 Today being a Thursday meant it was time once again for another edition of the always rollicking Quinn's Quiz. http://www.cbc.ca/podcasting podcasting@cbc.ca Thu, 05 Apr 2012 04:00:00 GMT Quinn's Quiz Today being a Thursday meant it was time once again for another edition of the always rollicking Quinn's Quiz. 300 http://podcast.cbc.ca/mp3/podcasts/bconthecoast_20120404_15608.mp3 Charles Dixon was disappointed yesterday when Del Louie received no jail time for his attack on the bus driver. UBC Law professor Emma Cunliffe explained the reasoning behind the sentence. http://www.cbc.ca/podcasting podcasting@cbc.ca Wed, 04 Apr 2012 04:00:00 GMT Light Sentence? Charles Dixon was disappointed yesterday when Del Louie received no jail time for his attack on the bus driver. UBC Law professor Emma Cunliffe explained the reasoning behind the sentence. 576 http://podcast.cbc.ca/mp3/podcasts/bconthecoast_20120404_64614.mp3 Scientists from British Columbia are among a group that has, for the first time, decoded the genetic makeup of the most deadly form of breast cancer. Dr. Sam Aparicio was the lead researcher of the study. http://www.cbc.ca/podcasting podcasting@cbc.ca Wed, 04 Apr 2012 04:00:00 GMT Breast Cancer Breakthrough Scientists from British Columbia are among a group that has, for the first time, decoded the genetic makeup of the most deadly form of breast cancer. Dr. Sam Aparicio was the lead researcher of the study. 312 http://podcast.cbc.ca/mp3/podcasts/bconthecoast_20120404_36190.mp3 Job cuts were announced today at the CBC. Because of a reduction in funding from the federal government 650 positions will be cut in the next three years. Marc-Phillipe Laurin is the CBC Branch President of the Canadian Media Guild. http://www.cbc.ca/podcasting podcasting@cbc.ca Wed, 04 Apr 2012 04:00:00 GMT CBC Union Rep Job cuts were announced today at the CBC. Because of a reduction in funding from the federal government 650 positions will be cut in the next three years. Marc-Phillipe Laurin is the CBC Branch President of the Canadian Media Guild. 430 http://podcast.cbc.ca/mp3/podcasts/bconthecoast_20120403_34121.mp3 In 2011, bus driver Charles Dixon was assaulted by passenger Del Louie on his coach. Today Louie was given a conditional sentence for the crime. Charles Dixon reacted to the judge's decision. http://www.cbc.ca/podcasting podcasting@cbc.ca Tue, 03 Apr 2012 04:00:00 GMT Charles Dixon In 2011, bus driver Charles Dixon was assaulted by passenger Del Louie on his coach. Today Louie was given a conditional sentence for the crime. Charles Dixon reacted to the judge's decision. 481 http://podcast.cbc.ca/mp3/podcasts/bconthecoast_20120403_33558.mp3 The Corporation of Delta has commissioned a study looking into gridlock in the George Massey Tunnel. Mayor Lois Jackson told us why. http://www.cbc.ca/podcasting podcasting@cbc.ca Tue, 03 Apr 2012 04:00:00 GMT Massey Tunnel The Corporation of Delta has commissioned a study looking into gridlock in the George Massey Tunnel. Mayor Lois Jackson told us why. 469 http://podcast.cbc.ca/mp3/podcasts/bconthecoast_20120403_87043.mp3 Political commentators David Schreck and Alise Mills weighed in on the future of premier Christy Clark. http://www.cbc.ca/podcasting podcasting@cbc.ca Tue, 03 Apr 2012 04:00:00 GMT Schreck and Mills Political commentators David Schreck and Alise Mills weighed in on the future of premier Christy Clark. 875 http://podcast.cbc.ca/mp3/podcasts/bconthecoast_20120403_51365.mp3 MP Charlie Angus told us why he is quitting Twitter. http://www.cbc.ca/podcasting podcasting@cbc.ca Tue, 03 Apr 2012 04:00:00 GMT Charlie Angus Quits Twitter MP Charlie Angus told us why he is quitting Twitter. 457 http://podcast.cbc.ca/mp3/podcasts/bconthecoast_20120402_34409.mp3 Vancouver musician Dan Mangan was a big winner at this weekend's Juno Awards picking up silverware for "Best New Artist" and "Alternative Album of the Year". Dan took time out from his busy schedule for a phone call from home. http://www.cbc.ca/podcasting podcasting@cbc.ca Mon, 02 Apr 2012 04:00:00 GMT Dan Mangan Vancouver musician Dan Mangan was a big winner at this weekend's Juno Awards picking up silverware for "Best New Artist" and "Alternative Album of the Year". Dan took time out from his busy schedule for a phone call from home. 493 http://podcast.cbc.ca/mp3/podcasts/bconthecoast_20120402_94713.mp3 Tip skimming is in the news today. A restaurant server is accusing her former employer of the practice wherein management keeps a portion of tips the server has earned. Jim Gould is a lawyer whose firm specialises in labour law. http://www.cbc.ca/podcasting podcasting@cbc.ca Mon, 02 Apr 2012 04:00:00 GMT Tipping Tip skimming is in the news today. A restaurant server is accusing her former employer of the practice wherein management keeps a portion of tips the server has earned. Jim Gould is a lawyer whose firm specialises in labour law. 393 http://podcast.cbc.ca/mp3/podcasts/bconthecoast_20120402_80932.mp3 Our Urban Foodie Anya Levykh served up some ideas for traditional dishes at Easter and Passover. And she left us with her take on an old time recipe. http://www.cbc.ca/podcasting podcasting@cbc.ca Mon, 02 Apr 2012 04:00:00 GMT Anya/Traditional Food for Passover and Easter Our Urban Foodie Anya Levykh served up some ideas for traditional dishes at Easter and Passover. And she left us with her take on an old time recipe. 428 http://podcast.cbc.ca/mp3/podcasts/bconthecoast_20120330_88928.mp3 Katherine reviews Wrath of the Titans, Mirror Mirror, Le Vendeur, and Servitude. http://www.cbc.ca/podcasting podcasting@cbc.ca Fri, 30 Mar 2012 04:00:00 GMT Film Reviewer Katherine Monk Katherine reviews Wrath of the Titans, Mirror Mirror, Le Vendeur, and Servitude. 446 http://podcast.cbc.ca/mp3/podcasts/bconthecoast_20120330_97624.mp3 Jeremy Allingham brings the story of car sharing company Car2Go http://www.cbc.ca/podcasting podcasting@cbc.ca Fri, 30 Mar 2012 04:00:00 GMT Car2Go Jeremy Allingham brings the story of car sharing company Car2Go 547 http://podcast.cbc.ca/mp3/podcasts/bconthecoast_20120330_32232.mp3 Patti Bacchus, the chair of the Vancouver School Board, talks about some challenges and priorities for Vancouver schools. http://www.cbc.ca/podcasting podcasting@cbc.ca Fri, 30 Mar 2012 04:00:00 GMT Vancouver School Board Report Patti Bacchus, the chair of the Vancouver School Board, talks about some challenges and priorities for Vancouver schools. 559 http://podcast.cbc.ca/mp3/podcasts/bconthecoast_20120329_70083.mp3 The federal budget was presented today in parliament. Stephen spoke about the country's financial plan with James Moore, the government's senior minister for BC. http://www.cbc.ca/podcasting podcasting@cbc.ca Thu, 29 Mar 2012 04:00:00 GMT James Moore The federal budget was presented today in parliament. Stephen spoke about the country's financial plan with James Moore, the government's senior minister for BC. 909 http://podcast.cbc.ca/mp3/podcasts/bconthecoast_20120329_69396.mp3 NDP finance critic Peter Julian critiqued today's federal budget. http://www.cbc.ca/podcasting podcasting@cbc.ca Thu, 29 Mar 2012 04:00:00 GMT Peter Julian NDP finance critic Peter Julian critiqued today's federal budget. 380 http://podcast.cbc.ca/mp3/podcasts/bconthecoast_20120329_40570.mp3 Were today's federal budget cuts too deep or too shallow? On The Coast presented two divergent perspectives from representatives of the Fraser Institute and the Canadian Centre for Policy Alternatives. http://www.cbc.ca/podcasting podcasting@cbc.ca Thu, 29 Mar 2012 04:00:00 GMT Competing Budget Views Were today's federal budget cuts too deep or too shallow? On The Coast presented two divergent perspectives from representatives of the Fraser Institute and the Canadian Centre for Policy Alternatives. 832 http://podcast.cbc.ca/mp3/podcasts/bconthecoast_20120328_46686.mp3 Stephen spoke to pollster Mario Canseco about what Canadians want to see in tomorrow's federal budget. http://www.cbc.ca/podcasting podcasting@cbc.ca Wed, 28 Mar 2012 04:00:00 GMT Budget Poll Stephen spoke to pollster Mario Canseco about what Canadians want to see in tomorrow's federal budget. 313 http://podcast.cbc.ca/mp3/podcasts/bconthecoast_20120328_95923.mp3 Reporter Janet Steffenhagen filled us on on why the BC Teachers' Federation is not enamored with the choice of Charles Jago as mediator in the group's contract dispute with the government. http://www.cbc.ca/podcasting podcasting@cbc.ca Wed, 28 Mar 2012 04:00:00 GMT Education Labour Mediator Reporter Janet Steffenhagen filled us on on why the BC Teachers' Federation is not enamored with the choice of Charles Jago as mediator in the group's contract dispute with the government. 262 http://podcast.cbc.ca/mp3/podcasts/bconthecoast_20120328_61435.mp3 The inquest in to the death of Alvin Wright continued today with testimony form the RCMP officer who shot the Langley man. CBC reporter Mike Clarke brought us up to date on the proceedings. http://www.cbc.ca/podcasting podcasting@cbc.ca Wed, 28 Mar 2012 04:00:00 GMT Wright Inquest The inquest in to the death of Alvin Wright continued today with testimony form the RCMP officer who shot the Langley man. CBC reporter Mike Clarke brought us up to date on the proceedings. 364 http://podcast.cbc.ca/mp3/podcasts/bconthecoast_20120327_10851.mp3 A class-action lawsuit for sexual harassment was filed against the RCMP today. Women across Canada are expected to join the suit. CBC reporter Greg Rasmussen gave us the background behind the case. http://www.cbc.ca/podcasting podcasting@cbc.ca Tue, 27 Mar 2012 04:00:00 GMT RCMP Lawsuit A class-action lawsuit for sexual harassment was filed against the RCMP today. Women across Canada are expected to join the suit. CBC reporter Greg Rasmussen gave us the background behind the case. 563 http://podcast.cbc.ca/mp3/podcasts/bconthecoast_20120327_58952.mp3 Vancouver city managers don't want to see a repeat of last year's Stanley Cup riot. Charles Gauthier of the Downtown Vancouver Business Improvement Association is happy the city has plans to prevent problems. http://www.cbc.ca/podcasting podcasting@cbc.ca Tue, 27 Mar 2012 04:00:00 GMT Riot Prevention Plan Vancouver city managers don't want to see a repeat of last year's Stanley Cup riot. Charles Gauthier of the Downtown Vancouver Business Improvement Association is happy the city has plans to prevent problems. 515 http://podcast.cbc.ca/mp3/podcasts/bconthecoast_20120327_71690.mp3 Parent project columnist Michelle Eliot told us why having an up to date will is important for people with children. http://www.cbc.ca/podcasting podcasting@cbc.ca Tue, 27 Mar 2012 04:00:00 GMT Parent Project/Wills Parent project columnist Michelle Eliot told us why having an up to date will is important for people with children. 380 http://podcast.cbc.ca/mp3/podcasts/bconthecoast_20120327_55959.mp3 Wine master Barb Philip called us from Italy with her picks for the best vino from Veneto http://www.cbc.ca/podcasting podcasting@cbc.ca Tue, 27 Mar 2012 04:00:00 GMT Barb Philip/Veneto Wine master Barb Philip called us from Italy with her picks for the best vino from Veneto 426 http://podcast.cbc.ca/mp3/podcasts/bconthecoast_20120326_53569.mp3 Abbotsford South MLA John van Dongen announced today he is leaving the provincial Liberals and joining the BC Conservatives. Mr. van Dongen told us why. http://www.cbc.ca/podcasting podcasting@cbc.ca Mon, 26 Mar 2012 04:00:00 GMT John van Dongen Abbotsford South MLA John van Dongen announced today he is leaving the provincial Liberals and joining the BC Conservatives. Mr. van Dongen told us why. 534 http://podcast.cbc.ca/mp3/podcasts/bconthecoast_20120326_91893.mp3 The Ontario Court of Appeal has ruled that some of Canada's anti-prostitution laws are unconstitutional. Stephen spoke to former sex trade worker Tania Fiolleau about the decision. Ms. Fiolleau now speaks out against prostitution. http://www.cbc.ca/podcasting podcasting@cbc.ca Mon, 26 Mar 2012 04:00:00 GMT Sex Trade Court Decision The Ontario Court of Appeal has ruled that some of Canada's anti-prostitution laws are unconstitutional. Stephen spoke to former sex trade worker Tania Fiolleau about the decision. Ms. Fiolleau now speaks out against prostitution. 603 http://podcast.cbc.ca/mp3/podcasts/bconthecoast_20120326_50209.mp3 Our Urban Foodie Anya Levykh brought us news of the biggest fundraiser of the restaurant year. And, of course, she had a recipe for us as well. http://www.cbc.ca/podcasting podcasting@cbc.ca Mon, 26 Mar 2012 04:00:00 GMT Anya/Bannock Our Urban Foodie Anya Levykh brought us news of the biggest fundraiser of the restaurant year. And, of course, she had a recipe for us as well. 365 http://podcast.cbc.ca/mp3/podcasts/bconthecoast_20120324_78734.mp3 Katherine reviews The Hunger Games and the documentary One Life. http://www.cbc.ca/podcasting podcasting@cbc.ca Sat, 24 Mar 2012 04:00:00 GMT Film Reviewer Katherine Monk Katherine reviews The Hunger Games and the documentary One Life. 489 http://podcast.cbc.ca/mp3/podcasts/bconthecoast_20120324_34500.mp3 RCMP officer Monty Robinson has been found guilty of obstruction of justice. He was involved in a crash that killed 21-year-old motorcyclist Orion Hutchinson four years ago. CBC reporter Curt Petrovich gives a debrief. http://www.cbc.ca/podcasting podcasting@cbc.ca Sat, 24 Mar 2012 04:00:00 GMT Monty Robinson Debrief RCMP officer Monty Robinson has been found guilty of obstruction of justice. He was involved in a crash that killed 21-year-old motorcyclist Orion Hutchinson four years ago. CBC reporter Curt Petrovich gives a debrief. 418 http://podcast.cbc.ca/mp3/podcasts/bconthecoast_20120323_59961.mp3 RCMP officer Monty Robinson has been found guilty of obstruction of justice. He was involved in a crash that killed 21-year-old motorcyclist Orion Hutchinson four years ago. CBC reporter Curt Petrovich gives a debrief. http://www.cbc.ca/podcasting podcasting@cbc.ca Fri, 23 Mar 2012 04:00:00 GMT Monty Robinson Debrief RCMP officer Monty Robinson has been found guilty of obstruction of justice. He was involved in a crash that killed 21-year-old motorcyclist Orion Hutchinson four years ago. CBC reporter Curt Petrovich gives a debrief. 418 http://podcast.cbc.ca/mp3/podcasts/bconthecoast_20120323_74990.mp3 The Federal NDP is gathered in Toronto to elect a new leader this weekend. Hear from Libby Davies the MP for Vancouver East, Don Davies the MP for Vancouver Kingsway. And Fin Donnelly is the MP for New Westminster-Coquitlam and Port Moody. http://www.cbc.ca/podcasting podcasting@cbc.ca Fri, 23 Mar 2012 04:00:00 GMT NDP Leadership The Federal NDP is gathered in Toronto to elect a new leader this weekend. Hear from Libby Davies the MP for Vancouver East, Don Davies the MP for Vancouver Kingsway. And Fin Donnelly is the MP for New Westminster-Coquitlam and Port Moody. 927 http://podcast.cbc.ca/mp3/podcasts/bconthecoast_20120322_86881.mp3 For business owners the conventional wisdom is "the customer is always right". But associate producer Jeremy Allingham brought us the story of some Vancouver businesses where the customer is expected to behave properly before being served properly. http://www.cbc.ca/podcasting podcasting@cbc.ca Thu, 22 Mar 2012 04:00:00 GMT The Customer Isn't Always Right For business owners the conventional wisdom is "the customer is always right". But associate producer Jeremy Allingham brought us the story of some Vancouver businesses where the customer is expected to behave properly before being served properly. 427 http://podcast.cbc.ca/mp3/podcasts/bconthecoast_20120322_93693.mp3 Tony McNaughton was killed at work in January of 2000 when he moved to protect a co-worker who was being attacked by her estranged husband. Now his partner, Allan Sawkins, has teamed up with Worksafe BC to educate people at work recognise and help victims of abuse. http://www.cbc.ca/podcasting podcasting@cbc.ca Thu, 22 Mar 2012 04:00:00 GMT Domestic Violence at Work Tony McNaughton was killed at work in January of 2000 when he moved to protect a co-worker who was being attacked by her estranged husband. Now his partner, Allan Sawkins, has teamed up with Worksafe BC to educate people at work recognise and help victims of abuse. 553 http://podcast.cbc.ca/mp3/podcasts/bconthecoast_20120322_22744.mp3 Andreas Schleicher is the Special Advisor of Education Policy at the Organization for Economic Cooperation and Development. As labour strife continues in schools here in BC Matthew Lazin-Ryder spoke to him about present best practises and the future of teaching. http://www.cbc.ca/podcasting podcasting@cbc.ca Thu, 22 Mar 2012 04:00:00 GMT Educational Advisor Andreas Schleicher is the Special Advisor of Education Policy at the Organization for Economic Cooperation and Development. As labour strife continues in schools here in BC Matthew Lazin-Ryder spoke to him about present best practises and the future of teaching. 529 http://podcast.cbc.ca/mp3/podcasts/bconthecoast_20120321_77243.mp3 Religious writer Karen Armstrong is in Vancouver to give a talk on how we need more compassion in our daily lives. http://www.cbc.ca/podcasting podcasting@cbc.ca Wed, 21 Mar 2012 04:00:00 GMT Karen Armstrong Religious writer Karen Armstrong is in Vancouver to give a talk on how we need more compassion in our daily lives. 553 http://podcast.cbc.ca/mp3/podcasts/bconthecoast_20120321_76414.mp3 The BC Teachers' Federation announced today its next moves in the group's labour dispute with the provincial government. Union president Susan Lambert filled us on the details. http://www.cbc.ca/podcasting podcasting@cbc.ca Wed, 21 Mar 2012 04:00:00 GMT The BCTF's Next Move The BC Teachers' Federation announced today its next moves in the group's labour dispute with the provincial government. Union president Susan Lambert filled us on the details. 508 http://podcast.cbc.ca/mp3/podcasts/bconthecoast_20120321_74899.mp3 The provincial and federal governments have signed a new deal for RCMP services in BC. Attorney General Shirley Bond ran through the new deal. http://www.cbc.ca/podcasting podcasting@cbc.ca Wed, 21 Mar 2012 04:00:00 GMT New RCMP Contract The provincial and federal governments have signed a new deal for RCMP services in BC. Attorney General Shirley Bond ran through the new deal. 507 http://podcast.cbc.ca/mp3/podcasts/bconthecoast_20120320_96142.mp3 Minister of Canadian Heritage James Moore was in town today to announce more than ten million dollars in funding for Arts groups. Mr. Moore filled us in on the details. http://www.cbc.ca/podcasting podcasting@cbc.ca Tue, 20 Mar 2012 04:00:00 GMT James Moore Minister of Canadian Heritage James Moore was in town today to announce more than ten million dollars in funding for Arts groups. Mr. Moore filled us in on the details. 459 http://podcast.cbc.ca/mp3/podcasts/bconthecoast_20120320_40594.mp3 Over two hundred years ago Captain James Cook received a ceremonial First Nations club while on his explorations of the Pacific Northwest. UBC Museum of Anthropology director Anthony Shelton told us the club is now back in BC. http://www.cbc.ca/podcasting podcasting@cbc.ca Tue, 20 Mar 2012 04:00:00 GMT Captain Cook's Club Over two hundred years ago Captain James Cook received a ceremonial First Nations club while on his explorations of the Pacific Northwest. UBC Museum of Anthropology director Anthony Shelton told us the club is now back in BC. 346 http://podcast.cbc.ca/mp3/podcasts/bconthecoast_20120320_30499.mp3 Our Parent Project columnist Michelle Eliot investigated whether the French style of parenting is inherently superior. http://www.cbc.ca/podcasting podcasting@cbc.ca Tue, 20 Mar 2012 04:00:00 GMT Parent Project/French Style Our Parent Project columnist Michelle Eliot investigated whether the French style of parenting is inherently superior. 515 http://podcast.cbc.ca/mp3/podcasts/bconthecoast_20120319_37149.mp3 The Translink Mayors' Council has made a decision on how it wants to pay for upcoming transit expansions and it involves either an additional regional carbon tax or a new vehicle levy. The Mayor for the District of North Vancouver, Richard Walton, is the Chair of the Tranlink Mayors' Council. http://www.cbc.ca/podcasting podcasting@cbc.ca Mon, 19 Mar 2012 04:00:00 GMT Translink Funding The Translink Mayors' Council has made a decision on how it wants to pay for upcoming transit expansions and it involves either an additional regional carbon tax or a new vehicle levy. The Mayor for the District of North Vancouver, Richard Walton, is the Chair of the Tranlink Mayors' Council. 539 http://podcast.cbc.ca/mp3/podcasts/bconthecoast_20120319_78532.mp3 The Vancouver Police Department announced a different approach to how it deals with sex workers today. A draft of the document will go the police board later this week. Sex worker Susan Davis looked at what the shift might mean. http://www.cbc.ca/podcasting podcasting@cbc.ca Mon, 19 Mar 2012 04:00:00 GMT VPD and Sex Workers The Vancouver Police Department announced a different approach to how it deals with sex workers today. A draft of the document will go the police board later this week. Sex worker Susan Davis looked at what the shift might mean. 493 http://podcast.cbc.ca/mp3/podcasts/bconthecoast_20120319_86411.mp3 Our Urban Foodie Anya Levykh clued us in on how bakeries have gone bananas for banana bread. And she left us with a banana bread recipe fit for a nosh or three. http://www.cbc.ca/podcasting podcasting@cbc.ca Mon, 19 Mar 2012 04:00:00 GMT Anya/Gone Bananas Our Urban Foodie Anya Levykh clued us in on how bakeries have gone bananas for banana bread. And she left us with a banana bread recipe fit for a nosh or three. 408 http://podcast.cbc.ca/mp3/podcasts/bconthecoast_20120316_25418.mp3 Film reviewer Katherine Monk cast her eye upon "Undefeated" and "Jeff, Who Lives at Home". http://www.cbc.ca/podcasting podcasting@cbc.ca Fri, 16 Mar 2012 04:00:00 GMT Katherine Monk Film reviewer Katherine Monk cast her eye upon "Undefeated" and "Jeff, Who Lives at Home". 442 http://podcast.cbc.ca/mp3/podcasts/bconthecoast_20120316_46116.mp3 This weekend the BC Teachers' Federation holds its annual general meeting and elections. Rick Guenther is challenging incumbent Susan Lambert for the president's position. http://www.cbc.ca/podcasting podcasting@cbc.ca Fri, 16 Mar 2012 04:00:00 GMT BCTF Election This weekend the BC Teachers' Federation holds its annual general meeting and elections. Rick Guenther is challenging incumbent Susan Lambert for the president's position. 440 http://podcast.cbc.ca/mp3/podcasts/bconthecoast_20120316_11852.mp3 Vancouver's real estate is in a bubble according to a TD Bank report. The author of the report is TD Bank's Chief Economist, Craig Alexander. http://www.cbc.ca/podcasting podcasting@cbc.ca Fri, 16 Mar 2012 04:00:00 GMT Overvalued Vancouver Housing Market Vancouver's real estate is in a bubble according to a TD Bank report. The author of the report is TD Bank's Chief Economist, Craig Alexander. 481 http://podcast.cbc.ca/mp3/podcasts/bconthecoast_20120315_71970.mp3 There's no reason to worry about the Ides of March when another edition of Quinn's Quiz is on the way to lighten your day. http://www.cbc.ca/podcasting podcasting@cbc.ca Fri, 16 Mar 2012 04:00:00 GMT Quinn's Quiz There's no reason to worry about the Ides of March when another edition of Quinn's Quiz is on the way to lighten your day. 455 http://podcast.cbc.ca/mp3/podcasts/bconthecoast_20120315_18416.mp3 Today, as part of the runup to St. Patrick's Day, Stephen spoke to Rita and Shay Grimes, an expat Irish couple, who have left their homeland and its economic downturn for the chance at a better life in Canada. http://www.cbc.ca/podcasting podcasting@cbc.ca Fri, 16 Mar 2012 04:00:00 GMT Irish Expats Today, as part of the runup to St. Patrick's Day, Stephen spoke to Rita and Shay Grimes, an expat Irish couple, who have left their homeland and its economic downturn for the chance at a better life in Canada. 486 http://podcast.cbc.ca/mp3/podcasts/bconthecoast_20120315_31268.mp3 Part 4 our our "Priced Out" series brought us full circle back to freelance journalist Luke Brocki and his decision on whether, where and what to buy in Vancouver's superheated real estate market. http://www.cbc.ca/podcasting podcasting@cbc.ca Thu, 15 Mar 2012 04:00:00 GMT Priced Out #4 Part 4 our our "Priced Out" series brought us full circle back to freelance journalist Luke Brocki and his decision on whether, where and what to buy in Vancouver's superheated real estate market. 688 http://podcast.cbc.ca/mp3/podcasts/bconthecoast_20120315_84345.mp3 Stephen got the reaction of BC Teachers' Federation vice president Jim Iker to the passage of Bill 22. http://www.cbc.ca/podcasting podcasting@cbc.ca Thu, 15 Mar 2012 04:00:00 GMT BCTF Update Stephen got the reaction of BC Teachers' Federation vice president Jim Iker to the passage of Bill 22. 510 http://podcast.cbc.ca/mp3/podcasts/bconthecoast_20120315_42797.mp3 Book Warehouse is closing, after 32 years in business. Sharman King, the founder of the store, told us why. http://www.cbc.ca/podcasting podcasting@cbc.ca Thu, 15 Mar 2012 04:00:00 GMT Book Warehouse Book Warehouse is closing, after 32 years in business. Sharman King, the founder of the store, told us why. 387 http://podcast.cbc.ca/mp3/podcasts/bconthecoast_20120314_57326.mp3 Part three of our "Priced Out" series on high Lower Mainland real estate prices put the spotlight on Whistler and Toronto where innovative ideas have made home ownership possible for some people. http://www.cbc.ca/podcasting podcasting@cbc.ca Wed, 14 Mar 2012 04:00:00 GMT Priced Out #3 Part three of our "Priced Out" series on high Lower Mainland real estate prices put the spotlight on Whistler and Toronto where innovative ideas have made home ownership possible for some people. 672 http://podcast.cbc.ca/mp3/podcasts/bconthecoast_20120314_10266.mp3 The BC government is working on a program that would see employable people currently on social assistance flown to the North where work is more available. The NDP's social development critic, Carole James, gave us her opinion on the proposal. http://www.cbc.ca/podcasting podcasting@cbc.ca Wed, 14 Mar 2012 04:00:00 GMT Welf-air The BC government is working on a program that would see employable people currently on social assistance flown to the North where work is more available. The NDP's social development critic, Carole James, gave us her opinion on the proposal. 416 http://podcast.cbc.ca/mp3/podcasts/bconthecoast_20120314_65031.mp3 Today, as part of the runup to St. Patrick's Day, Stephen spoke to Irish journalist Mary Wilson about the current economic state of the Emerald Isle. http://www.cbc.ca/podcasting podcasting@cbc.ca Wed, 14 Mar 2012 04:00:00 GMT Mary Wilson on Ireland Today, as part of the runup to St. Patrick's Day, Stephen spoke to Irish journalist Mary Wilson about the current economic state of the Emerald Isle. 692 http://podcast.cbc.ca/mp3/podcasts/bconthecoast_20120313_93461.mp3 Part 2 of our series "Priced Out" focused on why housing prices continue to go up and up and up. http://www.cbc.ca/podcasting podcasting@cbc.ca Tue, 13 Mar 2012 04:00:00 GMT Priced Out #2 Part 2 of our series "Priced Out" focused on why housing prices continue to go up and up and up. 653 http://podcast.cbc.ca/mp3/podcasts/bconthecoast_20120313_58072.mp3 Bill C-10, otherwise known as the Omnibus Crime Bill, was granted Royal Assent today. Delta-Richmond MP Kerry-Lynne Findlay is the parliamentary secretary to the federal Minister of Justice. http://www.cbc.ca/podcasting podcasting@cbc.ca Tue, 13 Mar 2012 04:00:00 GMT Kerry Lynne-Findlay on Bill C-10 Bill C-10, otherwise known as the Omnibus Crime Bill, was granted Royal Assent today. Delta-Richmond MP Kerry-Lynne Findlay is the parliamentary secretary to the federal Minister of Justice. 686 http://podcast.cbc.ca/mp3/podcasts/bconthecoast_20120313_26032.mp3 Wine Master Barb Philip is just back from a huge wine trade fair in Germany where she tasted hundreds of German wines and delved into the latest trends in Teutonic tipples. Of course she left us with some worthy wein picks http://www.cbc.ca/podcasting podcasting@cbc.ca Tue, 13 Mar 2012 04:00:00 GMT Barb/German Wines Wine Master Barb Philip is just back from a huge wine trade fair in Germany where she tasted hundreds of German wines and delved into the latest trends in Teutonic tipples. Of course she left us with some worthy wein picks 395 http://podcast.cbc.ca/mp3/podcasts/bconthecoast_20120312_51897.mp3 Today was the launch of a new series on Vancouver real estate called "Priced Out". We looked at renters and whether they'll ever be able to buy anything in Vancouver's hot housing market. http://www.cbc.ca/podcasting podcasting@cbc.ca Mon, 12 Mar 2012 04:00:00 GMT Priced Out #1 Today was the launch of a new series on Vancouver real estate called "Priced Out". We looked at renters and whether they'll ever be able to buy anything in Vancouver's hot housing market. 717 http://podcast.cbc.ca/mp3/podcasts/bconthecoast_20120312_35563.mp3 The mayor's Task Force on Housing Affordability in Vancouver released its first set of recommendations today. The task force's co-chair is Olga Ilich. http://www.cbc.ca/podcasting podcasting@cbc.ca Mon, 12 Mar 2012 04:00:00 GMT Housing Affordability The mayor's Task Force on Housing Affordability in Vancouver released its first set of recommendations today. The task force's co-chair is Olga Ilich. 432 http://podcast.cbc.ca/mp3/podcasts/bconthecoast_20120312_95660.mp3 Our Urban Foodie Anya Levykh was in for regular Monday visit with a look at some new eateries in the area and some of the new dishes you can expect to find in them. And, as per normal, she left us with a novel, new recipe. http://www.cbc.ca/podcasting podcasting@cbc.ca Mon, 12 Mar 2012 04:00:00 GMT Anya/New Restaurants, New Dishes Our Urban Foodie Anya Levykh was in for regular Monday visit with a look at some new eateries in the area and some of the new dishes you can expect to find in them. And, as per normal, she left us with a novel, new recipe. 393 http://podcast.cbc.ca/mp3/podcasts/bconthecoast_20120309_88310.mp3 Our intrepid movie reviewer Katherine Monk came in to evaluate "John Carter" and "Friends with Kids". http://www.cbc.ca/podcasting podcasting@cbc.ca Fri, 09 Mar 2012 05:00:00 GMT Katherine Monk Our intrepid movie reviewer Katherine Monk came in to evaluate "John Carter" and "Friends with Kids". 431 http://podcast.cbc.ca/mp3/podcasts/bconthecoast_20120309_50697.mp3 There was big news about the Vancouver Playhouse Theatre Company today. The troupe is out of money and will shut down operations after a final performance this weekend. Jeff Schulz is Chair of the Board for the company. http://www.cbc.ca/podcasting podcasting@cbc.ca Fri, 09 Mar 2012 05:00:00 GMT Vancouver Playhouse Theatre Company There was big news about the Vancouver Playhouse Theatre Company today. The troupe is out of money and will shut down operations after a final performance this weekend. Jeff Schulz is Chair of the Board for the company. 481 http://podcast.cbc.ca/mp3/podcasts/bconthecoast_20120308_71059.mp3 A new documentary "Kony 2012" is a huge internet viral video sensation. But the film, which focuses on Ugandan war criminal Joseph Kony, has drawn criticism. Juliane Okot Bitek believes the film is an oversimplification. She lives in Vancouver now but she was born in Kenya and raised in Uganda. http://www.cbc.ca/podcasting podcasting@cbc.ca Fri, 09 Mar 2012 05:00:00 GMT Kony 2012 A new documentary "Kony 2012" is a huge internet viral video sensation. But the film, which focuses on Ugandan war criminal Joseph Kony, has drawn criticism. Juliane Okot Bitek believes the film is an oversimplification. She lives in Vancouver now but she was born in Kenya and raised in Uganda. 555 http://podcast.cbc.ca/mp3/podcasts/bconthecoast_20120308_21096.mp3 Disputes between Air Canada and its pilots and machinists' unions could have led to flight disruptions as early next Monday. But today Labour Minister Lisa Raitt blocked any work stoppages at the airline by passing the conflicts on to the Canadian Industrial Relations Board. On The Coast got travel advice on the potential problems from Brad Davies with "Virtually There Travel". http://www.cbc.ca/podcasting podcasting@cbc.ca Thu, 08 Mar 2012 05:00:00 GMT Air Canada Disputes between Air Canada and its pilots and machinists' unions could have led to flight disruptions as early next Monday. But today Labour Minister Lisa Raitt blocked any work stoppages at the airline by passing the conflicts on to the Canadian Industrial Relations Board. On The Coast got travel advice on the potential problems from Brad Davies with "Virtually There Travel". 405 http://podcast.cbc.ca/mp3/podcasts/bconthecoast_20120308_12434.mp3 Despite detailed negotiations the provincial government has put the kibosh on a proposal to rename "BC Place Stadium". Reporter Bob Mackin filled us on on why a deal with Telus came a cropper. http://www.cbc.ca/podcasting podcasting@cbc.ca Thu, 08 Mar 2012 05:00:00 GMT BC Place Despite detailed negotiations the provincial government has put the kibosh on a proposal to rename "BC Place Stadium". Reporter Bob Mackin filled us on on why a deal with Telus came a cropper. 532 http://podcast.cbc.ca/mp3/podcasts/bconthecoast_20120308_91402.mp3 Gather round the wireless set kids and prepare yourself for another round of Quinn's Quiz. http://www.cbc.ca/podcasting podcasting@cbc.ca Thu, 08 Mar 2012 05:00:00 GMT Quinn's Quiz Gather round the wireless set kids and prepare yourself for another round of Quinn's Quiz. 385 http://podcast.cbc.ca/mp3/podcasts/bconthecoast_20120307_98001.mp3 On day three of the provincial teachers' strike hundreds of public school teachers rallied at the Vancouver Art Gallery. Meanwhile, teachers at Independent Schools in BC were in the classroom for just another day of work. Peter Froese is the Executive Director of the Federation of Independent Schools Association and he compared a private school education to public schooling. http://www.cbc.ca/podcasting podcasting@cbc.ca Wed, 07 Mar 2012 05:00:00 GMT Private Schools On day three of the provincial teachers' strike hundreds of public school teachers rallied at the Vancouver Art Gallery. Meanwhile, teachers at Independent Schools in BC were in the classroom for just another day of work. Peter Froese is the Executive Director of the Federation of Independent Schools Association and he compared a private school education to public schooling. 510 http://podcast.cbc.ca/mp3/podcasts/bconthecoast_20120307_18719.mp3 Journalist John Fraser has written a new book defending the monarchy in Canada. http://www.cbc.ca/podcasting podcasting@cbc.ca Wed, 07 Mar 2012 05:00:00 GMT Defending The Monarchy Journalist John Fraser has written a new book defending the monarchy in Canada. 595 http://podcast.cbc.ca/mp3/podcasts/bconthecoast_20120307_71027.mp3 Today marked day three of the teacher's stike. On the Coast turned to producer Michelle Eliot for a look at how parents have coped. http://www.cbc.ca/podcasting podcasting@cbc.ca Wed, 07 Mar 2012 05:00:00 GMT Day Three Teachers' Strike Today marked day three of the teacher's stike. On the Coast turned to producer Michelle Eliot for a look at how parents have coped. 511 http://podcast.cbc.ca/mp3/podcasts/bconthecoast_20120306_33138.mp3 Lawyer Robyn Gervais announced today that she is withdrawing from the Missing Women Commission of Inquiry. Ms. Gervais told us why. http://www.cbc.ca/podcasting podcasting@cbc.ca Tue, 06 Mar 2012 05:00:00 GMT Robyn Gervais Lawyer Robyn Gervais announced today that she is withdrawing from the Missing Women Commission of Inquiry. Ms. Gervais told us why. 448 http://podcast.cbc.ca/mp3/podcasts/bconthecoast_20120306_21317.mp3 Independent MLA and former teacher Bob Simpson gave us his insights into the latest dispute between the provincial government and the teachers. http://www.cbc.ca/podcasting podcasting@cbc.ca Tue, 06 Mar 2012 05:00:00 GMT Bob Simpson/Teachers' Dispute Independent MLA and former teacher Bob Simpson gave us his insights into the latest dispute between the provincial government and the teachers. 542 http://podcast.cbc.ca/mp3/podcasts/bconthecoast_20120306_98718.mp3 Our Parent Project columnist Michelle Eliot told us why Lego is drawing fire for its new line of girl-themed toys. http://www.cbc.ca/podcasting podcasting@cbc.ca Tue, 06 Mar 2012 05:00:00 GMT Parent Project/Lego Our Parent Project columnist Michelle Eliot told us why Lego is drawing fire for its new line of girl-themed toys. 483 http://podcast.cbc.ca/mp3/podcasts/bconthecoast_20120305_37197.mp3 On The Coast looked at Bill 22's key points with Mark Thompson, UBC Professor Emeritus specializing in Labour Relations, to see why the teachers and the province remain at loggerheads. http://www.cbc.ca/podcasting podcasting@cbc.ca Tue, 06 Mar 2012 05:00:00 GMT Bill 22 On The Coast looked at Bill 22's key points with Mark Thompson, UBC Professor Emeritus specializing in Labour Relations, to see why the teachers and the province remain at loggerheads. 636 http://podcast.cbc.ca/mp3/podcasts/bconthecoast_20120305_65718.mp3 Birth Tourism is a practise where foreign nationals intentionally travel to Canada to give birth so their child has Canadian citizenship and all the perks that come along with that status. Canada's Immigration Minister Jason Kenney wants to prevent that from happening. Donald Galloway is a professor of law at the University of Victoria and a former member of the Refugee Division of the Immigration and Refugee Board. http://www.cbc.ca/podcasting podcasting@cbc.ca Tue, 06 Mar 2012 05:00:00 GMT Birth Tourists Birth Tourism is a practise where foreign nationals intentionally travel to Canada to give birth so their child has Canadian citizenship and all the perks that come along with that status. Canada's Immigration Minister Jason Kenney wants to prevent that from happening. Donald Galloway is a professor of law at the University of Victoria and a former member of the Refugee Division of the Immigration and Refugee Board. 359 http://podcast.cbc.ca/mp3/podcasts/bconthecoast_20120305_13094.mp3 Our Urban Foodie Anya Levykh tempted our taste buds with tales of gourmet burgers and she left us with a recipe for a related dish. http://www.cbc.ca/podcasting podcasting@cbc.ca Mon, 05 Mar 2012 05:00:00 GMT Anya/Gourmet Burgers Our Urban Foodie Anya Levykh tempted our taste buds with tales of gourmet burgers and she left us with a recipe for a related dish. 386 http://podcast.cbc.ca/mp3/podcasts/bconthecoast_20120302_94321.mp3 Our Friday regular Katherine Monk reviewed "The Lorax" and "People of a Feather". http://www.cbc.ca/podcasting podcasting@cbc.ca Fri, 02 Mar 2012 05:00:00 GMT Katherine Monk Our Friday regular Katherine Monk reviewed "The Lorax" and "People of a Feather". 420 http://podcast.cbc.ca/mp3/podcasts/bconthecoast_20120302_25359.mp3 Rock star Andrew WK is kicking off an anniversary tour tomorrow night in Vancouver. Before he crossed the border he found time to give OTC a call. http://www.cbc.ca/podcasting podcasting@cbc.ca Fri, 02 Mar 2012 05:00:00 GMT Andrew WK Rock star Andrew WK is kicking off an anniversary tour tomorrow night in Vancouver. Before he crossed the border he found time to give OTC a call. 604 http://podcast.cbc.ca/mp3/podcasts/bconthecoast_20120302_17509.mp3 The "Robocall" scandal continues to grow. Voters in ridings across the country now say they were victims of misleading automated calls. Reporter Glen McGregor broke the latest developments in the story. http://www.cbc.ca/podcasting podcasting@cbc.ca Fri, 02 Mar 2012 05:00:00 GMT Robocall Update The "Robocall" scandal continues to grow. Voters in ridings across the country now say they were victims of misleading automated calls. Reporter Glen McGregor broke the latest developments in the story. 570