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Canadians want to support local but are they being misled? The Canadian Food Inspection Agency has fined Loblaw grocery stores for “maplewashing” twice in 2026, raising questions about misleading “Product of Canada” labels. This is VANCOLOUR host Mo Amir speaks with marketing communications expert Bob Stamnes (PS&Co.) about the gap between Canadians’ desire to buy local and the reality of higher prices, how companies capitalize on that tension, and where the line is between branding and deception. Recorded: March 23, 2026  

Conspiracy theories are everywhere online but who’s actually behind them? This is VANCOLOUR host Mo Amir speaks with journalist Jen St. Denis (The Tyee) about the nature of Canadian conspiracy content on your social media feeds, who is creating and amplifying it, and whether it’s part of a coordinated effort to push conspiracy narratives. What impact does constant exposure to conspiracy content have on you, even if you don’t believe it? Recorded: March 23, 2026  

THE FORBES REPORT: The 1990s are having a moment! But why is everyone — including Gen Z — so nostalgic for that era? How did we navigate the world before smartphones, social media, and streaming services? This is VANCOLOUR host Mo Amir speaks with local legend Fiona Forbes about life in the ’90s and what Vancouver was like back then. What did we have then that we’ve lost now?  Recorded: March 23, 2026

Family doctors in B.C. are under growing pressure — not just from administrative burdens, but from a system that isn’t equipped to handle the rising demand for mental health care, leaving family doctors to fill the gap. This is VANCOLOUR host Mo Amir speaks with Dr. Maryam Zeineddin, founder of Zili Care and former president of BC Family Doctors about how the gap between mental and physical care is affecting patients and what needs to change to ease the strain on primary care.  Recorded: March 16, 2026

THE CRUNCH: From Quebec and Alberta separatism to Indigenous sovereignty, Canada often feels like it’s in a constant state of re-negotiation. This is VANCOLOUR host Mo Amir asks political commentator and world-famous YouTuber J.J. McCullough whether the country is stuck in a political “situationship” on the verge of a breakup — and why it never quite falls apart.  Recorded: March 16, 2026  

Ghostlighting, shrekking, sledging — modern dating is getting messier. This is VANCOLOUR host Mo Amir speaks with dating expert and author Amy Chan (Un-Single: How to Date Smarter and Create Love That Lasts) about whether dating apps are driving toxic behaviour, what’s behind these trends, and how singles can navigate dating in 2026.  Recorded: March 16, 2026  

GLP-1 drugs like Ozempic, Wegovy, Mounjaro, and Zepbound are helping millions lose weight and improve metabolic health. But could they also reshape consumer behaviour? This is VANCOLOUR host Mo Amir speaks with Leger Executive Vice President Steve Mossop about new data showing how people taking these medications are reshaping spending habits — from the grocery store to other unexpected parts of the economy. If these “miracle drugs” keep growing in popularity, what industries could be affected positively and negatively?Recorded: March 9, 2026

B.C. Premier David Eby wants to end the twice-a-year clock change by moving the province to permanent daylight saving time — but will that actually help people sleep better? This is VANCOLOUR host Mo Amir speaks with WikiSleep founder Adrien Sala about the debate among sleep experts over whether darker winter mornings could leave people feeling more sluggish. Is ending the clock change really the sleep fix many people think it is? Plus, what can you do if you’re already struggling to get a good night’s sleep?Recorded: March 9, 2026  

Vancouver Mayor Ken Sim admitted repeating a false allegation about city councillor Sean Orr after supposedly seeing a photo shown to him — raising questions about accountability and misinformation in local politics. This is VANCOLOUR host Mo Amir breaks down the mayor’s explanation and wonders whether his response truly counts as taking responsibility.Recorded: March 9, 2026

Why is “female rage” all the rage?From Olympic controversy to pop culture to public safety, are we living in a new era of female disillusionment? After U.S. President Donald Trump’s congratulatory call to the U.S. men’s Olympic hockey team sparked backlash, the moment quickly escalated into a broader cultural debate. This is VANCOLOUR host Mo Amir asks 96.9 JACK FM’s Christy Farrell (a lifelong hockey player herself) what the moment revealed about sexism in sport. Then, is “female rage” just a trend, or a deeper cultural shift? Canadian Screen Award–winning comedian Julie Kim, host of the Bothered podcast, unpacks why stories about women being fed up — across film, television, and best-selling books — are resonating so strongly right now. And finally, criminal defence lawyer Kyla Lee explains the legal risks facing women who are increasingly carrying prohibited items, such as bear spray, for personal safety. What does Canadian law actually allow when it comes to self-defence?Recorded: March 2, 2026