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UnSpun with Jody Vance and George Affleck — Episode 131

Welcome to UnSpun - The Orca's current events podcast and YouTube show. Every week, Jody Vance and George Affleck unspin the latest news in local, provincial, federal politics, and much more.

Jul 15, 2021 9:30 PM Read more >

(Wo)man’s best friend

Jody Vance: Reports from the US and elsewhere about pandemic pooch adoptions being rejected and returned strikes a nerve. If you’re feeling the strain, there are ways to help – and honour the commitment you made.

Jul 14, 2021 6:45 AM Read more >

For some, a shot in the arm; for others, a kick in the teeth

Rob Shaw: The tragedy of unused COVID vaccines ending up in Canadian trashbins, instead of arms around the world.

Jul 13, 2021 8:54 PM Read more >

Summer buzz

It may seem like a slow summer news week, but there are stories bubbling in the background to keep an eye on.

Jul 13, 2021 2:58 PM Read more >

#BCPOLI Hotstove: Filling the dog days of political summer

Heatwave fallout, Green-on-Green politicking, and a Very Surrey Summer.

Jul 13, 2021 2:06 PM Read more >

A Second Look - at the most recent US presidential election

From Trump to Biden, and what that means for those of us who don't live in the US. Like you, most likely.

Jul 12, 2021 3:15 PM Read more >

Political Capital 19 - Child care, "fatalities are part of life," and more

Posting late is part of life. But as far as other "parts of life" go - not so bad, really.

Jul 10, 2021 9:04 PM Read more >

Odd man out

Rob Shaw: The bromance of NDP Premier John Horgan and Liberal Prime Minister Justin Trudeau puts federal NDP leader Jagmeet Singh in an awkward – and lonely – spot.

Jul 10, 2021 8:46 PM Read more >

Credit where credit is due

Rob Shaw: BC’s credit rating was downgraded – but once you factor in the reasons given why, it shouldn’t come as a surprise, or a mark against anyone but the ratings firms.

Jul 9, 2021 3:09 PM Read more >

UnSpun with Jody Vance and George Affleck -- Episode 130

Welcome to UnSpun - The Orca's current events podcast and YouTube show. Every week, Jody Vance and George Affleck unspin the latest news in local, provincial, federal politics, and much more.

Jul 8, 2021 1:56 PM Read more >