Full Show: B.C. port workers strike continues, Why do mosquitoes like us so much? & Smelliest areas of Metro Vancouver

B.C. port workers strike: Union warns against Ottawa interferingB.C. port workers strike continues, impacting major maritime hubs like the Port of Vancouver and Port of Prince Rupert. Local communities, such as Prince Rupert, anxiously await the outcome as they heavily rely on port operations for economic stability. Prince Rupert Mayor Herb Pond is joining us to talk more about how the strike is impacting their communityGuest: Herb Pond - Mayor of Prince Rupert
What's the scoop with Scotty?Should we do drone fireworks shows instead of regular fireworks?Guest: Scott Shantz, Contributor for Mornings with Simi
View from Victoria: Port troublesThe Vancouver Sun's Vaughn Palmer is here with his take on the day's headlinesGuest: Vaughn Palmer, Vancouver Sun Columnist
Competitive eatingToday is the Fourth of July, which means that Americans everywhere are celebrating with fireworks, festivities, and of course, food. The Nathan’s Famous Hot Dog Eating contest has actually just kicked off… this is the most famous competitive eating contest in the world, it brings out huge crowds, and has spawned its own celebrities, and it’s all happening right nowGuest: Scott Shantz, Contributor for Mornings with Simi
Negotiations stall as retailers warn of continent-wide impact from strike at B.C. portsThe BC Maritime Employers Association issued a statement yesterday saying, "ILWU Canada needs to decide if they are going to continue this strike with no hope of settlement, or significantly modify their position so a fair and balanced deal can be reached."Guest: Greg Wilson, Director, Government Relations (B.C.) at Retail Council of Canada
Why do mosquitoes like me so much?Ever wondered why mosquitoes seem to target you more than others?Guest: Dr. Ben Matthews, Professor in the UBC department of zoology
Morning QuarterbackSix interceptions by Vernon Adams Jr. scuttled any chances of a BC Lions victory at BMO FieldGuest: Rick Campbell, Head Coach of the BC Lions
A political scandal in Newfoundland gave rise to the country’s most transparent FOI systemAn investigative report published by The Globe and Mail found that Newfoundland's political scandal led to the creation of Canada's most transparent FOI system. With fast and open access to information, can other provinces follow suit?Guest: Tom Cardoso, Globe and Mail investigative journalist
Which areas of Metro Vancouver are the smelliest? UBC researchers want to knowGuest: Dr. Sahil Bhandari, Lead analyst for the project Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices