In this episode of the UnSpun Podcast, hosts Jody Vance and George Affleck cover a range of pressing local and national topics.

They start by discussing the retirement of Vancouver Police Chief Adam Palmer and the rumours surrounding his potential successors.

They also delve into the controversy over a $1 million sign in Vancouver and the high maintenance costs associated with it.

Shifting gears, a look at the issues related to homelessness and public facilities in the city, as well as recent budgetary concerns.

On the national scene, they discuss the implications of recent decisions by Canadian and US politicians, including Prime Minister Mark Carney's meetings and federal budget discussions.

Join Jody and George for an engaging and insightful conversation on current affairs.

00:00 Introduction and Hosts

00:26 Local News: Vancouver Police Chief Rumours

04:04 Vancouver Sign Controversy

06:32 Downtown Eastside Issues and Provincial Politics

07:58 Metro Vancouver Board Audit

12:41 Property Taxes and Home Equity Concerns

15:28 Oppenheimer Park Tent City

16:56 Park Sleeping Controversy

17:34 Playground Launch Halted

18:24 Homelessness and Public Spaces

19:09 Public Washroom Issues

24:13 International Politics and South Africa

28:34 US Politics and Economic Policies

31:15 Podcast Wrap-Up

Welcome to UnSpun - your weekly dive into current events! In this episode, Jody Vance and George Affleck discuss a myriad of pressing topics. This week:

In this episode of the Unspun Podcast, hosts Jody Vance and George Affleck dive into a jam-packed 30-minute discussion, covering a wide array of pressing topics.

They start with global politics, analyzing the U.S. President's controversial visit to the Middle East, interactions with historically unfriendly nations, and the implications for peace in the region.

They then transition to national politics in Canada, focusing on Prime Minister Mark Carney's newly installed cabinet and the political fallout from housing policies. Locally, the duo examines the ongoing political and social issues in Alberta and British Columbia, including the separatist movement and healthcare staffing challenges.

They wrap up the episode by pondering the erosion of democratic norms and the increasing authoritarian tendencies both internationally and domestically.

Tune in for an insightful discussion that takes the spin out of the news cycle and presents the facts unfiltered.

00:00 Introduction and Podcast Overview

00:59 Global Politics: US and Middle East Relations

04:41 US Domestic Issues: Corruption and Authoritarianism

10:28 Impact on Science and Healthcare

11:17 Canadian Politics: Alberta and Separatism

14:24 National Headlines: Prime Minister Carney's Cabinet

20:15 Pipeline Politics and Media Reactions

20:56 Political Missteps and Crisis Management

22:29 Rogue Politicians and Party Dynamics

24:18 BC Politics and Controversies

25:39 Mental Health and Homelessness Issues

31:31 Comparing Social Systems: Canada vs. Denmark

33:30 Healthcare Workers and Immigration

34:54 Conclusion and Social Media Plugs

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Welcome to UnSpun - your weekly dive into current events! In this episode, Jody Vance and George Affleck discuss a myriad of pressing topics. This week:

🇨🇦 Canada’s Election Drama: Mark Carney’s minority win, Pierre Poilievre’s big loss, and our personal voting experiences.

🇺🇸 Trump's Global Impact: How Trump’s tariffs and politics affect Canada, the UK, and even the Vatican!

🏙️ Vancouver’s Local Battles: A $5 million plan for Downtown Eastside cleanup and the controversy around scrapping the park board.

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Welcome to UnSpun - your go-to podcast and YouTube show for current events. In this episode, Jody Vance and George Affleck dive into a wide range of topics:

🇨🇦 Federal Politics in Canada: The hosts discuss the excitement around the upcoming federal election.

🇺🇸 Trump’s Tariffs: Analyze the recent flip-flop on tariffs by President Trump and its implications for Canada and beyond.

🗳️ Local Politics: Discuss the mismanagement of the by-election in Vancouver, long queues, and voter frustration. Delve into the political landscape with comments on various candidates and their positions.

🎙️ Media and Journalism: Examine the rising tensions between the media and political figures, including heated interactions between journalists and Conservative Party leaders.

🏡 Park Board Developments: Explore the new initiatives by Vancouver’s Park Board, repurposing caretaker spaces for artist residences, and the ongoing issues of park management and pools.

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Welcome to UnSpun - your go-to podcast and YouTube show for current events. In this episode, Jody Vance and George Affleck delve into a host of pressing topics:

📲 Signal App Scandal: Discuss the recent security breach involving high-level government officials using Signal app and the blunder of accidentally adding a journalist to the group chat.

🇨🇦 Canadian Politics: Examine the labyrinthine world of political communications and the importance of transparency in governance.

🌎 Trump Tariffs: Analyze the latest updates on Trump's tariffs, their effect on the auto industry, and the broader economic implications for Canada and the U.S. 🚗 Auto Industry

🍁 Election Talk: Dive into the latest polling data and the resurgence of the Liberal Party under new leadership.

🗳️ Local Updates: Discuss the upcoming Canadian elections, the role of bots in modern campaigning, and potential shifts in political power at various levels of government.

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Welcome to UnSpun - your go-to podcast and YouTube show for current events. In this episode, Jody Vance and George Affleck discuss a multitude of pressing topics:

🇨🇦 Canadian Politics: The looming Canadian federal election, potential candidates like Gregor Robertson, and the political landscape.

🇺🇸 US-Canada Relations: How Donald Trump’s influence is affecting Canadian conservative politics and the broader implications of US-Canada trade relations.

🚗 Tesla Controversy: The reasoning behind Tesla being excluded from the Vancouver International Auto Show and the potential fallout.

📊 Polling Insights: Examination of recent Canadian polling data and its impacts on upcoming elections.

📉 Economic Strategies: Discussion on Canada’s approach to energy and economic diversification in light of turbulent US relations.

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Welcome to UnSpun - your go-to podcast and YouTube show for current events. In this episode, Jody Vance and George Affleck delve into an array of headline-making topics:

🌎 Trump Tariffs: Explore the impact of Trump’s tariff policies on US and global markets, including interesting insights from investment advisors.

🇨🇦 Canadian Politics: Discuss Premier Doug Ford's negotiations with the US, Premier David Eby’s stance on tariffs, and the political dynamics involving the potentially new Prime Minister Mark Carney.

🗳️ Election Strategies: Analyze the upcoming federal elections, campaigns, and the influence of attack ads on Canadian voters.

🏠 Local Vancouver Updates: Unpack the latest hyper-local news, including Vancouver's seawall repairs, Stanley Park accessibility issues, and controversial studies proposed by the Park Board.

📉 Economic Developments: Examine the broader economic strategies in place and their potential effects on Canada's future.

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Welcome to UnSpun - Dive into this week's packed episode of UnSpun with Jody Vance and George Affleck as they cover a whirlwind of topics. From Donald Trump's unpredictable tariff decisions affecting Canada and Mexico, and Justin Trudeau's response, to the broader implications on Canadian politics, this episode is a must-watch. They explore BC's budget concerns, the future leadership of the NDP and Liberal parties, and discuss local political incidents. Don't miss out on their analysis of the rapidly shifting political landscape. Tune in for an unfiltered, insightful take on today's hottest issues.

00:00 Introduction and Overview

00:48 Tariffs and Trade Tensions

02:26 Political Reactions and Leadership

05:00 Canadian Unity and Public Sentiment

14:17 Provincial Politics and Policies

18:07 Provincial Barriers and Small Business Challenges

19:34 Government Employees and Economic Stimulation

21:11 Political Landscape and Leadership Changes

22:30 Social Media Disinformation and Global Tensions

26:16 Internal Party Politics and Leadership Struggles

31:20 Reflecting on News and Upcoming Events