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The Arman and Akhil show brings you interviews with local activists, politicians and policy experts from Vancouver and the Lower Mainland. We go beyond current affairs to understand what motivates people in their lives and careers.
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- Jul 18, 2026
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Vancouver Green's Pete Fry on Bringing People Together (opens the original)
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Vancouver City Councillor Pete Fry joins the show to discuss his path from hosting co-op radio at SFU and working in communications to advocacy and city politics. He lays out his vision for more affordable low-rise housing, accessible shelter, and a more equitable approach to infrastructure upgrades. Pete also discusses his concerns about the politicization of the Park Board, Mayor Ken Sim’s approach at City Hall, and why he believes Vancouver needs a non-partisan mayor who can lift up diverse v
COPE's Stephanie Allen on Why Vancouver Needs Real Democracy (opens the original)
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COPE Mayoral Candidate Stephanie Allen joins the show to break down her backstory from the private real estate sector to BC Housing, what drew her to run for a progressive party, and why she believes Vancouver needs a return to real, participatory democracy. She lays out her vision for the city, including her bold plans for a sweeping "People's Audit" of City Hall, establishing citizens' assemblies and a new "civic commons," increasing the Empty Homes Tax to 9%, and aggressively taking housing o
Vancouver Liberal's Kareem Allam on Why Ken Sim Has Got To Go (opens the original)
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Vancouver Liberal Mayoral Candidate Kareem Allam joins the show to break down his backstory as a key advisor to Ken Sim, what fractured their relationship, and why he believes Vancouver is more divided than ever. He lays out his vision for the city, including his bold plans for annexing UBC, streamlining housing approvals, tackling public safety, cutting property taxes for family doctors, and shifting the electoral system in Vancouver.
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