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1. 

   7 Oct 2026 · 1 hr 18 min

   Peace Out

   Hotel Pacifico was created by Air Quotes Media with support from our presenting sponsor TELUS, as well as FortisBC, and the National Police Federation. Geoff and Mike review the final candidate standings and remark up on the Green surge in the final 48 hours, bringing their ranks up to 73 candidates and a chair in the TV debate. The NDP, however, peaced out by failing to register a candidate in Peace River North, which means Mike owes Geoff a hot dog (but what kind of hot dog?) Also on the me...

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   3 Oct 2026 · 1 hr 13 min

   Oiled Up

   Hotel Pacifico was created by Air Quotes Media with support from our presenting sponsor TELUS, as well as FortisBC, and CUPE BC. Geoff finds himself in Victoria and Mike finds himself in Calgary as they review the week that was on the campaign trail. Gas tax and groceries promises and reaction to the oil pipeline announcement are on the menu. Mike and Geoff burrow into the candidate lists and wonder if the minor parties are going to show up to the ballot by the October 3rd deadline. The duo r...

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   30 Sep 2026 · 1 hr 15 min

   Over-Stimulated

   Hotel Pacifico was created by Air Quotes Media with support from our presenting sponsor TELUS, as well as FortisBC, and the National Police Federation. Mike and Geoff frantically attempt to dissect news from the campaign trail, the LNG Canada final investment decision, and the fast forming candidate slates. On the local scene, they discuss the state of the race in Vancouver then head to the northwest to look at issues in Prince Rupert, Terrace, and Kitimat. 🏨🌄 Check into Hotel Pacifico f...

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   27 Sep 2026 · 1 hr 9 min

   Give Me A (Fire) Break

   Hotel Pacifico was created by Air Quotes Media with support from FortisBC, National Police Federation, and CUPE BC. Mike and Geoff discuss the early days of the BC election including the NDP’s uneven launch, 🔥 fighting Lorne Doerkson, and the opportunities for leaders Elenore Sturko and Emily Lowan. The duo review some of the new candidates and poll results then move on to local election dynamics in Vancouver, Surrey and Richmond. 🏨🌄 Check into Hotel Pacifico for insights and inte...

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   23 Sep 2026 · 1 hr 5 min

   Snap, Crackle and Pop

   Hotel Pacifico was created by Air Quotes Media with support from our presenting sponsor TELUS, as well as FortisBC. Snap! Mike & Geoff navigate through the crackling changes in the BC political landscape that took place in the preceding 72 hours: the migration of MLAs to CentreBC, the resignation of KLF, the rise of Lorne Doerkson as BC Conservative leader, the return of (most) CentreBC MLAs to the Conservative caucus, and the ultimate call of the election for October 24th. Mike &am...

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   16 Sep 2026 · 1 hr 2 min

   "Pinot Nope" with Mike de Jong

   Hotel Pacifico was created by Air Quotes Media with support from our presenting sponsor TELUS, as well as FortisBC. Mike and Geoff welcome former BC Attorney-General and Finance Minister Mike de Jong for another visit to Hotel Pacifico. De Jong tackles this week’s Quarterly Report that shows rising red ink and explains why he signed a letter, along with 10 other BC Attorneys-General in support of the Treaty process. The talk inevitably leads to the Conservatives and where things a...

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   12 Sep 2026 · 1 hr 7 min

   SPECIAL SERIES: "Local Combat" with McDonald, Meggs and Zussman

   Hotel Pacifico was created by Air Quotes Media with support from FortisBC, National Police Federation, and CUPE BC. Hotel Pacifico’s Local Combat. Episode 1 of 5. Mike, Geoff, and longtime friend of the pod Richard Zussman break down the races to watch in BC’s local communities. On October 17th, British Columbians will elect mayors, councillors, and area directors for new four-year terms. Episode segments include: Top of the Ballot – the biggest local elections story of the ...

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   9 Sep 2026 · 1 hr 24 min

   "Chief Concern" with Fiona Wilson

   Hotel Pacifico was created by Air Quotes Media with support from our presenting sponsor TELUS, as well as FortisBC. Geoff and Mike welcome the City of Victoria’s Chief Constable Fiona Wilson to discuss policing the streets, the need for treatment, and the experience with decriminalizing drugs. In the Strategy Suite, Geoff and Mike reveal a new short pod series on local elections starting soon. They also discuss accounting for natural gas, the impact and legacy of Joan Phillip, and ongoing C...

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   1 Sep 2026 · 56 min

   Triple ChaOs

   Hotel Pacifico was created by Air Quotes Media with support from our presenting sponsor TELUS, as well as FortisBC. Fresh off their recent Emergency Pod, Geoff and Mike review the latest on which MLAs have exited the KLF train. As of the time of the recording (August 31st), seven MLAs have left the BC Conservative caucus in the past few weeks, with more expected to leave in September. Geoff and Mike review the backroom meetings taking place at White Spot and other undisclosed locations,...

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    28 Aug 2026 · 55 min

    Emergency Pod: Conservative Chaos

    Hotel Pacifico was created by Air Quotes Media with support from our presenting sponsor TELUS, as well as FortisBC. Mike & Geoff rush to their screens to record an Emergency Podcast on the BC Conservative chaos unfolding this week: 5 MLAs leaving caucus, a bumpy byelection announcement, leaked audio and a senior staff firing, and a 'Triple O Summit' of political operatives seeking to find their way forward. Add to that political meal - a side of DRIPA for good measure. 🏨🌄 Chec...