BC legends Tamara Taggart and Shushma Datt 
It's This is VANCOLOUR's season three finale! Host Mo Amir talks to "the first lady of Canadian radio" Shushma Datt (Spice Radio) about the importance of diversity in Canadian media. Plus, beloved B.C. broadcaster Tamara Taggart explains why 2024 is the "Summer of George" (but it has nothing to do with Seinfeld).
Recorded: June 25, 2024

BONUS PODCAST: This is VANCOLOUR host Mo Amir, Angelo Isidorou, and Kareem Allam discuss the political culture and various political strategies that have set the stage for British Columbia ahead of its provincial election in October 2024.

Angelo Isidorou is the Executive Director for the Conservative Party of British Columbia.

Kareem Allam is a Partner of Fairview Strategy. He was the Campaign Manager for BC United (formerly BC Liberal Party) leader Kevin Falcon's successful BC Liberal leadership campaign.

RECORDED: June 25, 2024

This is VANCOLOUR host Mo Amir chats with real estate analyst Steve Saretsky to understand why so many British Columbians are leaving the province. Why are so many of Mo's friends leaving B.C.?
Recorded: May 27, 2024

Rebeka Breder is the founding lawyer of Breder Law, Western Canada's first exclusive animal law firm.

Dr. Eugene Gorodetsky is a travelling B.C. veterinarian who has performed thousands of endoscopies on animals who - mistakenly or not - have swallowed something they definitely should not have.

Pong the Tortoise is a fifteen-year old African Spurred Tortoise often spotted in the Mount Pleasant neighbourhood of Vancouver. He is joined by his tortoise dad, Simon Damborg of Raincity Athletics.

Ange Chew is the Executive Director of Discover Surrey, which created the Surrey Spice Trail – a guide and map for the diverse culinary flavours of Surrey, B.C.

Jules Sherred is an outspoken advocate for disability and trans rights. A commercial food photographer, his new cooking book "Crip up the Kitchen" aims to make the kitchen an accessible and enjoyable place for people with disabilities.

Ben Reddy is the Department Coordinator for the Cloverdale Community Kitchen, which also runs the Fraser Valley Regional Food Bank program.

This is VANCOLOUR host Mo Amir discusses the reasons behind his recurring (and common) nightmares with dream expert Dr. Leslie Ellis.

Dr. Leslie Ellis runs an online dream school, mainly for therapists who want to acquire the skill of engaging with the dreams of their clients. She is author of A Clinician's Guide to Dream Therapy and is an expert in the treatment of trauma-related nightmares. She has a PhD in Clinical Psychology and is former adjunct faculty at Adler University. She was a therapist in private practice for more than 25 years and now devotes most of her time to writing and teaching about dreams.

Teen Angst Night's Sara Bynoe encourages This is VANCOLOUR host Mo Amir to dig up his (very embarrassing) poetry from his high school years to read for all to enjoy.

Sara Bynoe is an actor and writer based out of Vancouver, British Columbia. She is best known as the creator/host/producer of “Teen Angst Night”, the first-of-its-kind, alternative comedy show where brave adults have shared their embarrassing teenage poetry, diaries, songs, letters, and much more since 2000. The show garnered national attention, which also led to Sara performing at the Latitude Festival in the UK and the Bumbershoot Festival in the US.

She is also the creator and producer of “Say Wha?! Readings of Deliciously Rotten Writing”.

Dr. Sasha High is an Internist and Obesity Medicine Physician, who completed medical school and residency at the University of Toronto. She has additional training in nutrition, CBT, ACT and mindset coaching. Dr. High is the Founder of Best Weight and the High Metabolic Clinic, a multidisciplinary telemedicine weight management program for women across Canada. She is an international speaker, social media educator, and host of the High on Life podcast.

Tea Time with Tamara
This is VANCOLOUR
Thursdays at 9pm
CHEK News

Tamara Taggart is an award-winning Canadian broadcasting icon. In 2021, she started Down Syndrome BC, where she sits as the President. She is also the host of the TELUS Talks podcast.

"Uhh... Homelessness is a Housing Issue"

A MOment on This is VANCOLOUR
Thursdays at 9pm on CHEK News

Stephen Quinn is the longstanding host of CBC Radio One's "The Early Edition".

BC Greens leader Sonia Furstenau discusses former BC Premier John Horgan's new job at Elk Valley Resources.

A two-time Olympian, Ravi Kahlon is British Columbia's Minister of Housing. He is the twice-elected BC NDP MLA for Delta North.

May 23: Social Media Malaise
This is VANCOLOUR host Mo Amir asks Facebook whistleblower Frances Haugen if there is any evidence that Meta (Facebook, Instagram, Whatsapp) sells or shares your private, direct messages to other companies. Plus, is there any end in sight for Meta's ban on news content in Canada? The Daily Hive's Amanda Wawryk discusses how struggling newsrooms have been impacted. Lastly, comedian Dino Archie explains why so many people take the low road on social media.
Recorded: May 20, 2024

Humera Jabir is a staff lawyer for West Coast LEAF (Legal Education and Action Fund), British Columbia's first and only organization dedicated to using the law to work towards an equal and just society for all women and people who experience gender-based discrimination.

Shachi Kurl is the President of the Angus Reid Institute.

Kyla's Court features prominent criminal defense lawyer - and VANCOLOUR fan-favourite - Kyla Lee (Acumen Law Corporation) providing a legal perspective on issues that need clarity.

Kenny Chiu is a former Conservative Member of Parliament for Steveson-Richmond East (2019-2021).

Kennedy Stewart served as the 40th mayor of Vancouver from 2018 to 2022.

Uytae Lee is a video journalist with an expertise on the urban planning challenges that cities face today. He is the host of the YouTube channel "About Here" and the creator of the CBC series “Stories About Here".

Kyla's Court features prominent criminal defense lawyer - and VANCOLOUR fan-favourite - Kyla Lee (Acumen Law Corporation) providing a legal perspective on issues that need clarity.

"Stop Time Travel in British Columbia!"

A MOment on This is VANCOLOUR
Thursdays at 9pm on CHEK News

Kevin Falcon is the leader of B.C.'s Official Opposition party (BC Liberal Party / BC United).

He first appeared on This is VANCOLOUR in June 2022 on Episode #160.

Elenore Sturko is the BC Liberal MLA for Surrey South, as elected in 2022.

Kyla's Court features prominent criminal defense lawyer - and VANCOLOUR fan-favourite - Kyla Lee (Acumen Law Corporation) providing a legal perspective on issues that need clarity.

Loblaw & Lululemon; Boycotts & Greenwashing
This is VANCOLOUR host Mo Amir chats with The Hoser's Eric Wickham to understand why some Canadians are specifically boycotting Loblaw Companies Ltd in May and whether or not the boycott is effective. Plus, as Canada's Competition Bureau launches an investigation into Lululemon, Stand.earth's Liz McDowell explains how the Vancouver-based apparel company has been "greenwashing" its consumers. And, lastly, is consumerism evil? J.J. McCullough defends consumerism!
Recorded: May 13, 2024

Vince Tao and Dave Hamm are Vancouver-based activists and advocates for drug users, representing the Vancouver Area Network of Drug Users (VANDU).

Jacob Samuel is a Vancouver-based comedian (by the way of Toronto). His debut comedy album "Horse Power" won the 2021 Juno Award for Best Comedy Album. An accomplished cartoonist, as well, Jacob's cartoons have been widely published including in the New Yorker magazine.

Darcy Michael and Jeremy Baer are Vancouver's favourite comedy couple, amassing over 3.5+ million followers (and counting) on TikTok (@thedarcymichael). Darcy Michael is a seasoned comedian based in Vancouver. His stand-up special "Darcy Michael Goes to Church" is available to stream on CraveTV.

Ola Dada is a Vancouver-based comedian who was featured on Canada's Got Talent and CBC's The New Wave of Stand-Up.

JJ McCullough is a Canadian political commentator, professional YouTuber, and columnist for The Washington Post.

He previously appeared on This is VANCOLOUR on Episode #161 in June 2022.

Danika Thibault is a comedian based in Vancouver, British Columbia. Clips of her comedy have been viewed (literally) millions of times over on social media platforms, such as TikTok and Twitter.

Outraged by a comment made by Canadaland's Jesse Brown, one local Vancouver-based journalist went viral by celebrating novels set in Vancouver.

Michelle Cyca is a contributing editor to Maclean’s magazine and a freelance journalist whose work you can find in The Walrus, The Tyee, and Canadian Business.

Joel McHale (Talk Soup, Community, Animal Control) is an American actor, comedian, television host, and guest panelist on reality TV competition shows. His mother is from New Westminister, British Columbia.

Let's talk about Canada's new alcohol consumption guidelines!

Dr. Michael Schwandt is a researcher, public health physician, and Vancouver Coastal Health medical health officer.

Tamara Taggart is an award-winning Canadian broadcasting icon. In 2021, she started Down Syndrome BC, where she sits as the President. She is also the host of the TELUS Talks podcast.

"Decriminalization doesn't affect your drinking"

A MOment on This is VANCOLOUR
Thursdays at 9pm on CHEK News

This is VANCOLOUR host Mo Amir chats with former MuchMusic host and current UBC Geography professor Avi Lewis about the environmental risks of the newly completed Trans Mountain Pipeline.
Recorded: May 6, 2024

The curious case of Tyler Nielsen's apparent harassment by police begs the question: Who polices the police?

Jen St. Denis is a Vancouver-based journalist for The Tyee, covering housing and city issues with a focus on Vancouver's Downtown Eastside.

Kyla's Court features prominent criminal defense lawyer - and VANCOLOUR fan-favourite - Kyla Lee (Acumen Law Corporation) providing a legal perspective on issues that need clarity.

"Rein in the VPD!"

A MOment on This is VANCOLOUR
Thursdays at 9pm on CHEK News

Mario Canseco is the President of Research Co., a public opinion research firm based in Vancouver.

Jill Sinclair is an executive coach, author, and keynote speaker in the business of changing lives, who knows why less than 10% of people are unable to achieve their New Year resolutions!

Angela Valiant is the host of "The Angela Valiant Show" weekdays from 6am-10am on Sonic Radio (104.9FM Vancouver; 107.5FM Chilliwack; 92.5FM Abbotsford; online at sonicradio.ca)

British Columbia's first-ever Minister of Emergency Management and Climate Readiness, Bowinn Ma, explains how the province can possibly prepare for "unprecedented" climate change-related weather events.

Bowinn Ma is the twice-elected BC NDP MLA for North Vancouver-Lonsdale and a longstanding VANCOLOUR fan-favourite.

Christmas dinner isn't traditionally accomodating for folks on a plant-based diet - but that can change!

Erin Ireland is a bona-fide Canadian vegan icon who has convinced so many around the world that slaughter-free foods don’t have to taste like a compromise. She just opened up To Live For Bakery and Cafe in Vancouver in 2022.

Jeremy Baker and Charis Hogg, hosts of The Early Show on 102.7 The Peak, discuss their favourite, non-traditional Christmas movies.

Khelsilem is a Sḵwx̱wú7mesh-Kwakwa̱ka’wa̱kw community leader and political commentator.

A prominent Indigenous leader who has repeatedly been listed on Vancouver Magazine's Power 50 list, Khelsilem also helped set up Simon Fraser University's Squamish Language Proficiency Certificate Program.

"Scrap B.C.'s Home Owner Grant"
(It's not like renters get a rebate)

A MOment on This is VANCOLOUR
Thursdays at 9pm on CHEK News

This is VANCOLOUR host Mo Amir asks former Daily Planet host Ziya Tong (co-director, "Plastic People") explains how microplastics are polluting everything in the environment, including our bodies. "Plastic People: The Hidden Crisis of Microplastics" makes it Canadian screening premiere at the DOXA Film Festival. 
Recorded: May 6, 2024

Dr. Gabor Maté is a world-renowned physician, speaker, and author, focused on the areas of addiction, trauma, and childhood development. His latest book, "The Myth of Normal," is available wherever you find your books.

Sonia Furstenau is the leader of the BC Green Party.

Tea Time with Tamara
This is VANCOLOUR
Thursdays at 9pm
CHEK News

Tamara Taggart is an award-winning Canadian broadcasting icon. In 2021, she started Down Syndrome BC, where she sits as the President. She is also the host of the TELUS Talks podcast.

Kat Jayme is a Vancouver-based documentary filmmaker who has made four films on the ill-fated Vancouver Grizzlies NBA franchise. Her most recent film "The Grizzlie Truth" was released in 2022.