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This is Vancouver’s bona fide culture and politics podcast. Hosted by Mo Amir, parse through the relevant issues with the city’s most colourful personalities. With its heart on its sleeve and caution thrown to the wind, this is a podcast that is provocative, informative, and sometimes emotional. This is VANCOLOUR
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Aug 13, 2021 • 2min
"COVIE" is not "OVIE" in British Columbia
I really hope my concern is overblown.

Aug 6, 2021 • 2min
Premier Jason Kenney's government cut taxes for corporations and health services for Albertans
Maybe Alberta Premier Jason Kenney is the worst Premier in Canada? Maybe?

Jul 23, 2021 • 2min
Nova Scotia's Premier is a convicted drunk driver and Canada's Prime Minister has worn blackface a lot
Robyn Ingraham is an entrepreneur in Nova Scotia.The Nova Scotia Liberal Party has just shamed her over boudoir photos.

Jul 16, 2021 • 2min
#Mo4Mayor
In case you missed the announcement in April, here it is again: Mo Amir is running for the Mayor of Vancouver.

Jul 9, 2021 • 2min
Prime Minister Justin Trudeau is basically Matthew McConaughey selling you a Lincoln
Alright, alright, alright.

Jul 5, 2021 • 1h 42min
#130 - Brad West
Episode #130 marks the third anniversary of This is VANCOLOUR — it’s also a “see ya later”-episode of sorts. Stay subscribed for weekly rants and updates about the podcast’s future. Brad West is the Mayor is Port Coquitlam. He previously appeared on This is VANCOLOUR on Episode #100, Episode #60, and Episode #30. Content Warning: This episode delves into issues surrounding pregnancy loss.

Jun 28, 2021 • 1h 1min
#129 - David Eby (BC NDP)
David Eby is the Attorney General of British Columbia and the Minister Responsible for Housing. David was first elected as the BC NDP MLA of Vancouver-Point Grey in 2013 by defeating then-Premier Christy Clark. Catch his weekly podcast, The Dash with David Eby (Mo Amir appears on Episode 21). David first appeared on This is VANCOLOUR in Episode #56.

Jun 25, 2021 • 2min
Pundits obsessed with cutting taxes aren't actually looking out for you, the good taxpayer
The public discourse about taxes in Canada misses the mark completely — and on purpose.

Jun 21, 2021 • 1h 7min
#128 - Sisters Sage (Lynn-Marie Angus and Melissa-Rae Angus)
Lynn-Marie Angus and Melissa-Rae are the sister co-founders of Sisters Sage, an Indigenous brand that hand-crafts wellness and self-care products inspired by our culture and traditions. Born and raised in East Vancouver, their heritage is Gitxaala, Nisga’a, and Metis Nations. Follow them on Instagram! Content Warning: With consent, this episode deals with very personal and family stores about residential schools, child abuse, genocide, and violence against Indigenous peoples. ***This episode was recorded at Henry’s in Vancouver (555 W Broadway). Famous for being Canada’s greatest camera store, Henry’s now has a very comfortable community podcast space for the public, making it so easy to record your podcasts. They also offer audio gear, with knowledgeable staff who will ensure you get the possible set-up for your audio needs. Check them out!

Jun 18, 2021 • 2min
Annamie Paul is right about Prime Minister Justin Trudeau, but not for the reason she gives
Annamie Paul blasted Prime Minister Justin Trudeau this week on his feminist credentials. She’s right, but not exactly for the reasons she provided.