Inside BC’s Wildest Political Campaign Season Yet


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Oct 18 2024 60 mins   3

What happens when a political landscape throws out the old playbook?

Rachael and Amanda explore the unpredictable British Columbia election, chatting with top leaders, including Premier David Eby and Green Party leader Sonia Furstenau.

Rachael recounts how party dynamics have flipped, with BC Conservatives gaining surprising momentum. Eby discusses the NDP's stance on key issues like housing, climate change, and healthcare, while Furstenau reflects on being a woman in politics, the joys of leadership, and the challenges of political idealism.

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2:59 Can Conservatives match the NDP’s ground game?

13:45 Tackling affordability, housing, and the climate crisis

22:40 Who is David Eby? Premier reveals his life beyond politics

31:21 Sonya Furstenau shares the realities of leadership and menopause

50:23 Furstenau on staying authentic during the campaign

Guests:

David Eby, NDP

Sonia Furstenau, Green Party