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Premier David Eby backs down on a confidence vote over DRIPA legislation. The BC Conservatives, however, get stuck fighting over what would happen to their leadership race if there was an early vote. And, gas prices and government fuel taxation roars back into the spotlight with the war in Iran. Plus in audio podcast extras, our panel picks their poitical plays of the week. Host Rob Shaw is joined by Jeff Ferrier, Jillian Oliver and Angelo Isidorou. Brought to you by Uber Canada. 

Premier David Eby declares changes to DRIPA a matter of confidence, but it doesn't appear he has the votes -- so what does he do? Plus, a government marketing campaign that cost $165 per cup of coffee draws controversy. And an Elections BC investigation finds BC United was behind a fire John Rustad website before the last election, with ramifications still impacting today. In audio podcast extras, we look at the BC Conservative's first leadership debate, and political plays of the week. Host Rob Shaw is joined by Jeff Ferrier, Jillian Oliver and Angelo Isidorou. Brought to you by Uber Canada. 

March 27, 2026 - BC MLA Hon Chan is facing calls to resign after being charged with assault in an apparent domestic violence incident. Should MLAs quit when facing charges, or only if convicted? And why wasn't the public told he was under police investigation? Plus, leaked details of DRIPA amendments put Premier David Eby in a tough spot. And more developments in the BC Conservative leadership race. Host Rob Shaw is joined by Jeff Ferrier and Angelo Isidorou. Brought to you by Uber Canada. 

March 20, 2026 - British Columbia's credit rating falls, amid concerns about the debt and deficit. At the same time, Premier David Eby's approval rating takes a tumble too. We look at the impact of both. Plus audio podcast extras on Harman Bhangu's endorsement of Caroline Elliott in the BC Conservative leadership race, and a brand new segment called: Political Plays of the Week. Host Rob Shaw is joined by Jeff Ferrier and Angelo Isidorou. Brought to you by Uber Canada. 

March 13, 2026 - The BC government insists private property is not affected by Aboriginal title, but what does it mean that property appraisers are now adding that to appraisal reports? New polling indicates the most recent BC budget is one of the most unpopular ever. And the premier kickstarts hoodie-gate - what the heck is that? Host Rob Shaw is joined by Jeff Ferrier, Jillian Oliver and Angelo Isidorou. Brought to you by Uber Canada.

March 6, 2026 - Premier David Eby makes permanent daylight saving time, in a move that appears popular even if there are logistical challenges? But his government doesn't ride that popularity for long, before it is entangled in controversy of an Aboriginal rights and title deal with the Musqueam Indian Band.  In audio podcast extras, we look at the final nine BC Conservative leadership candidates. Host Rob Shaw is joined by Jeff Ferrier, Angelo Isidorou and Jillian Oliver. Brought to you by Uber Canada. 

February 27, 2026 - Premier David Eby takes on tech giant OpenAI over its role in the Tumbler Ridge shooting tragedy, but can the province do any more to regulate big tech? And a revolt in the business community against the PST brings up... the HST?! Plus, a look at BC Conservative leadership candidate Peter Milobar's five MLA endorsements. Plus, audio extras on first reading of BC legisalture bills and Tara Armstrong's human rights legislation. Host Rob Shaw is joined by Jillian Oliver, Angelo Isidorou and special guest Mike McKinnon. Brought to you by Uber Canada.

February 20, 2026 - BC's new provincial budget doesn't seem to make anyone happy. Why is that, and what's to blame for the political misfire? Plus, a look at the government's move to eliminate the independent merit commissioner. Are the savings worth the fight?  Plus a look at the latest BC Conservative leadership entrant: Harman Bhangu. Host Rob Shaw is joined by Jeff Ferrier, Angelo Isidorou and Jillian Oliver. Brought to you by Uber Canada.

February 13, 2026 - The tragic shooting in Tumbler Ridge changes the political dynamic in British Columbia — the panel looks at how politicians responded. The throne speech in cancelled, and in its place something more consequential emerges. Plus, the NDP and Greens cancel their co-operation agreement, what does this mean for the two parties? In an audio extra, we look ahead to the Feb. 17 provincial budget. Host Rob Shaw is joined by Jillian Oliver, Jeff Ferrier and Angelo Isidorou. Brought to you by Uber Canada.

February 6, 2026 - Is John Rustad going to take another run at BC Conservative leader? We discuss the pros and cons of such a wild idea. Plus, a look at the upcoming spring session of the legislature, from the throne speech to the budget. And, the premier refocuses on the extortion crisis. Plus, in audio extras, BC follows Ottawa's lead in scrapping EV mandates, and a new bombshell forestry report suggests generational change to the system. Host Rob Shaw is joined by JoJo Beattie, Jeff Ferrier and Angelo Isidorou. Brought to you by Uber Canada.

January 30, 2026 - Premier David Eby accuses Alberta separatists of "treason" during an all-premiers meeting in Ottawa, why is he focusing on this? Plus, the BC Greens get BC's most powerful billionaire to back down on a controversial plan to sell a building to U.S. ICE forces. And fighting begins within the BC Conservative race. Host Rob Shaw is joined by Angelo Isidorou, Jeff Ferrier and Jillian Oliver. Brought to you by Uber Canada.

January 23, 2026 - The government delays the Heritage Conservation Act, why now and what does it mean for you? Plus, the premier delivers a keynote address to the Natural Resources Forum about the future of the province. And new BC Conservative leadership rules set the strategies the candidates will need to win in the race. In audio podcast extras, the panel discusses Prime Minister Mark Carney's speech at Davos and whether new international controversy sucks up the political oxygen in the room on B.C. issues. Host Rob Shaw is joined by Jillian Oliver, Angelo Isidorou and Aileen Machell. Brought to you by UBER Canada.

January 16, 2026 - BC's three year experiment with decriminalization ends, but what impact does the program's failure have on the government and the larger political file of street disorder? Plus, new candidates appear in the BC Conservative race, and BC braces for the impact of Prime Minister Mark Carney's new trade deal with China. Host Rob Shaw is joined by Jeff Ferrier, Jillian Oliver and Angelo Isidorou. Brought to you by Uber Canada.

January 9, 2026 - What's on the horizon for BC politics in 2026? Our panel offers bold, bolder and wild swing predictions for the coming year. Host Rob Shaw is joined by Jeff Ferrier, Jillian Oliver and Angelo Isidorou. Brought to you Uber Canada.

December 12, 2025 - Premier David Eby takes his sharpest tone yet on "lines in the sand" he won't allow to be crossed during reconciliation efforts, amidst new court rulings. And the BC Conservatives bounce back on fundraising, after ousting John Rustad as leader. Host Rob Shaw is joined by Jeff Ferrier and Jillian Oliver. Brought to you by Uber Canada.