This is VANCOLOUR
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
Latest episodes
Feb 21, 2025 • 8min
What is - and isn't - a "hate crime"? (Kyla Lee)
"Kyla's Court": Did the anti-immigrant protest in St. Albert, Alberta last month constitutes a "hate crime"? This is VANCOLOUR host Mo Amir asks Kyla Lee (Acumen Law) to explain what is - and isn't - a "hate crime", legally speaking. And, it's complicated.Recorded: February 13, 2025
Feb 21, 2025 • 11min
Who do we blame for "red tape" in Canada? (Emily Boston)
How badly is red tape hurting Canadian businesses (and health care) that are already under immense pressure? This is VANCOLOUR host Mo Amir asks the Canadian Federation of Independent Business' Emily Boston to explain red tape (what is it exactly?). Is there one level of government, in particular, that can be blamed?Recorded: February 13, 2025
Feb 21, 2025 • 3min
So sick of these bros
What do Liberal Party leadership frontrunner Mark Carney and Conservative Party leader Pierre Poilievre have in common? This is VANCOLOUR host Mo Amir argues that they - fundamentally - have more in common than either of them would like to admit.Recorded: February 13, 2025
Feb 15, 2025 • 9min
B.C. health-care delays cause higher mortality rates and higher costs (Dr. Robert Carruthers)
1.2 million British Columbians (and growing) are on wait lists to see a medical specialist. This is VANCOLOUR host Mo Amir asks Dr. Robert Carruthers how this affects the delivery of health care in the province.Recorded: February 10, 2025
Feb 14, 2025 • 9min
Metro Vancouver's dirty big secret explained (Catherine Pope)
Metro Vancouver has been making headlines for its "broken" governance. But, what is Metro Vancouver? And why is Metro Vancouver's expenditure of taxpayer dollars in the news now, all of a sudden? This is VANCOLOUR host Mo Amir asks District of North Vancouver Councillor Catherine Pope, who has been raising the alarm for the last year.Recorded: February 10, 2025
Feb 14, 2025 • 5min
Is David Eby our 'Captain Canada'? (J.J. McCullough)
"The Crunch with J.J. McCullough": As different Canadian Premiers react to US President Donald Trump's threat of trade tariffs, This is VANCOLOUR host Mo Amir asks YouTuber J.J. McCullough which leader has resonated most with Canadians (and Americans).Recorded: February 10, 2025
Feb 7, 2025 • 15min
bbno$ (pronounced: Baby No Money)
You've seen him on Jimmy Kimmel Live and all over your social media feeds, but now Vancouver rapper and singer-songwriter bbno$ is on CHEK! This is VANCOLOUR host Mo Amir asks bbno$ about his transition from competitive swimmer to world-famous rapper, his online beef with Andrew Tate, and his very public pursuit "4 wife" at a recent Vancouver Canucks game.Recorded: January 31, 2025
Feb 7, 2025 • 7min
Celebrity "meet-cutes" in Vancouver (Fiona Forbes)
"The Forbes Report": Are you spending Valentine's Day alone? Don't fret if you're still searching for the one! This is VANCOLOUR host Mo Amir turns to Fiona Forbes, who delivers the scoop on several celebrities who had their "meet-cutes" in Vancouver, including John Cena, Idris Elba, and world-famous B.C. TikTok superstars Darcy & Jer.Recorded: January 31, 2025
Jan 31, 2025 • 10min
Rachel Gilmore: Is TikTok at risk of being banned in Canada?
Is TikTok at risk of being banned in Canada? This is VANCOLOUR host Mo Amir asks investigative journalist Rachel Gilmore about TikTok's status in Canada after the federal government shut down TikTok's corporate offices in Toronto and Vancouver. Recorded: January 27, 2025
Jan 31, 2025 • 10min
What did we learn from Florence Girard's homicide? (Tamara Taggart)
In 2018, Florence Girard - a B.C. woman with Down Syndrome - starved to death under the care of a government-funded home share provider. After a B.C. Coroner's Inquest ruled Florence's death a homicide, This is VANCOLOUR host Mo Amir asks inquest witness Tamara Taggart (Down Syndrome BC) about what we learned. What changes need to be made to protect people with disabilities under government care?Recorded: January 27, 2025
