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These summer activities could accidentally make you a criminal (Kyla Lee)

KYLA'S COURT: What are the most common ways British Columbians accidentally break the law during the summer? This is VANCOLOUR host Mo Amir asks criminal defence lawyer Kyla Lee (Acumen Law) about the surprisingly common summer activities that can lead to fines, tickets, or even criminal charges. From beaches and parks to roads and waterways, are ordinary British Columbians unknowingly breaking the law every weekend in the summer?  Recorded: May 25, 2026

Will the FIFA World Cup leave Vancouver with a legacy… or just a bill?

The FIFA World Cup is coming to Vancouver! But who really benefits? Is Vancouver even excited to be one of the sixteen host cities? This is VANCOLOUR host Mo Amir discusses FIFA’s potential impact on Vancouver with SFU City Program director Andy Yan and First United executive director Amanda Burrows. Will the World Cup leave behind meaningful infrastructure, civic pride, and economic benefits… or intensify concerns about affordability, displacement, policing, and the city’s ongoing social challenges? As Vancouver prepares to host seven FIFA World Cup matches, what will the city actually be left with after the crowds leave town?  Recorded: May 25, 2026

David Eby fast-tracks building... without building

British Columbia’s government says it’s “fast-tracking” urgent projects. But where are the results? This is VANCOLOUR host Mo Amir takes a MOment on Premier David Eby and the BC NDP’s obsession with “fast-tracking” infrastructure, housing, and energy projects while British Columbians continue waiting for hospitals, transit projects, supportive housing, and other major construction. Is the government delivering “real action” as promised… or simply fast-tracking announcements?  Recorded: May 25, 2026

Lynda Steele / Mario Canseco & Dino Archie / Kylie McMullan

Is the Internet making us less human? This is VANCOLOUR host Mo Amir explores three questions about technology, addiction and modern discourse in the internet age. First, Vancouver communications strategist Kylie McMullan (Finch Media) breaks down the “dead internet theory”. Is this once-fringe conspiracy theory becoming reality? Plus, comedian Dino Archie and pollster Mario Canseco hit the Low Road to discuss Canada’s apparent gambling boom. From sports betting apps to bizarre wagers on platforms like Polymarket, how do Canadians really feel about gambling? Finally, veteran broadcaster Lynda Steele (Change My Mind podcast) explores whether we watch the news to get informed… or simply to feel validated. How do we achieve honest dialogue in a media landscape built around outrage and algorithm-driven confirmation bias instead of curiosity and truth? Recorded: May 18, 2026

What are the real risks of travelling this summer? (Claire Newell)

Flight cancellations. Jet fuel shortages. Rising baggage fees. Global instability. Hantavirus!  Is travelling becoming more stressful than enjoyable? This is VANCOLOUR host Mo Amir asks travel expert Claire Newell, founder and president of Travel Best Bets, about the chaos facing travellers in summer 2026. Should you still book that European vacation? What can you do to protect yourself? Does travel insurance actually protect you? Should you still take that cruise after the hantavirus outbreak?  Recorded: May 11, 2026