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Your connection to the issues and stories shaping life in Metro Vancouver. Hosted by Stephen Quinn, with new episodes every Tuesday and Wednesday, plus a Thursday dive into city politics with Justin McElroy.

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  • Will Vancouver catch FIFA fever?
    Jun 11 2026

    Mayor Ken Sim has been a major booster of the World Cup coming to Vancouver. But new Angus Reid polling shows that not all residents are fully on-board. The mayor sits down with Stephen Quinn to make his case for what he's calling the biggest sports event, ever. And municipal affairs reporter Justin McElroy discusses the costs, economic impact and disruptions associated with the event.

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    40 mins
  • Who really wins hosting the World Cup?
    Jun 10 2026

    The 2026 FIFA World Cup has arrived — and while millions of fans will be eagerly tuned in to the action, many others are questioning whether the tournament will live up to the hype. Stephen Quinn hears from Murray Mollard and Jules Boykoff on what the tournament could mean for Canadian soccer, and why some critics say the real winner is FIFA.


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    25 mins
  • AI is in schools for good...is that a good thing?
    Jun 4 2026

    When it comes to Artificial Intelligence in schools - parents certainly have a lot of questions. On today's episode we talk to some people with answers, and concerns. You'll hear about the AI school plans from Pedro da Silva, the Associate Superintendent and Chief Information Officer with the Vancouver School Board. And Mark Pearmain, the Superintendent of Surrey Schools.


    We'll also hear from Parents for AI Caution in Educational Spaces co founder, Ben Humphreys, Violette Baillargeon, vice-president of the Surrey Teachers Association, and Francis Syms, our CBC Technology columnist.

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    38 mins
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