Podcast Episodes
Back to SearchThe gray area of cell phone rules in schools
This is the second school year since the provincial restrictions on cell phone use in schools came into effect. But what exactly are the rules? And h…
1 year ago
How another main road to island communities is closed (again) even after wildfire risk has faded
The road to Bamfield, and the Huu-ay-aht and Ditidaht First Nations, is closed for the foreseeable future due to damage by the Mount Underwood fire. …
1 year ago
Why wildfire is more common on the island, and what some people are doing about it
The Wesley Ridge and Mount Underwood fires had the province’s attention this summer - an unusual situation for the island. But the people who study f…
1 year, 1 month ago
The best (and worst) of summer on the island
This week, we bring you one of our most popular episodes from last year: a discussion with three islanders about what they love about summer at home.…
1 year, 1 month ago
How a tsunami advisory may be a wake-up call for island emergency preparedness
For 12 hours this week, islanders and coastal B.C. residents were watching for news of a tsunami. It didn’t arrive, but it did give us a chance to fi…
1 year, 1 month ago
Orcas are just like us! New research shows they give gifts, use tools
Killer whales and humans have more than a few things in common, even if our habitat is different - and recent research has added even more similariti…
1 year, 2 months ago
Should we build a bridge to the mainland? Is it even possible?
Every once in a while, frustrated ferry users bring up the idea of a “fixed link” - a bridge or tunnel that would permanently connect Vancouver Islan…
1 year, 2 months ago
The best places to swim on the Island
Are you an ocean, lake, or river swimmer? On this week’s episode we take a break from the news to celebrate some of the many outdoor swimming spots o…
1 year, 2 months ago
Victoria's $10 million plan to make the city safe again
The city of Victoria released a plan to take $10 million from its budget, and reallocate it to public safety initiatives. The money will be used for …
1 year, 2 months ago
Island transit has gotten more chaotic. Here's why
Bus service has long been a problem on the island, and it’s even more challenging now. We catch you up on the strike at Cowichan Valley Transit, and …
1 year, 3 months ago