On Friday’s “Christy Clark Show”…

The federal Liberal Opposition plans to introduce a motion in the House of Commons on Monday declaring non-confidence in the minority Conservative Government and proposing a governing coalition.  We have Liberal MP for Vancouver South, Ujjal Dosanjh to explain.

From a coalition government to Finance Minister Jim Flaherty backtracking – we look at the political wrangling in Ottawa with Dennis Pilon, Professor of Political Science at the University of Victoria.

We talk about Canada’s infrastructure deficit with Canada Research Chair in Infrastructure Rehabilitation at UBC, Nemkumar Banthia.

Robert Young, a production sound mixer trying to retire, explains why this is impossible with no pension during the recession.

We then get retirement advice from financial advisor Robert McCullagh.

Our very own show producer Susan K. Neale gives – and looks for – advice and lessons for motherhood.

What do you know about Vancouver’s underground restaurant scene?  Get filled in with Todd who runs “12 B”, an underground restaurant in Vancouver and Gillian Young, co-owner of “Hidden Lounge”, an underground restaurant in Toronto.

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On Thursday’s “Christy Clark Show”…

We get the latest on the Mumbai attacks with Jas Johal, Global National reporter in Mumbai and John Harriss, Director of SFU’s School of International Studies.

Federal Finance Minister Jim Flaherty delivers his financial address today at 1pm.  We get many different views from Michael Campbell, CKNW’s financial analyst and host of Moneytalks; John Winter, President and CEO of the BC Chamber of Commerce; Dave Lewis, Executive Director for the Truck Loggers Association; and Bruce Campbell, Executive Director for the Canadian Centre For Policy Alternatives.

Openline on this economic update – we want to hear from you.

We wrap up the show with Canada Wide Media CEO, Peter Legge as he discusses his latest book, “The Power To Soar Higher”.

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On Wednesday’s “Christy Clark Show”…

Vancouver City Council voted to hire a lawyer to investigate the Olympic leak – do taxpayers really want to pick up the tab?  Suzanne Anton, Vancouver City Councillor joins us and we open up the phone lines to you.

Alan Cassels, Drug Policy Research at UVICs School of Health Information Science explains how we can save hundreds of millions of dollars in generic drug spending.

China could be America’s economic lifeline – but what happens if they’re not willing to play that role?  Marin Murenbeeld, Chief Economist with Dundee Wealth shares his insight.

Ken Georgetti, President of the Canadian Labour Congress talks about bailouts, labour and the minimum wage.

Anne Edwards, author of “Seeking Balance:  Conversations with BC Women In Politics” rounds out our show.

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On Tuesday’s “Christy Clark Show” with guest host Michael Smyth…

Zion Park Manor in Surrey is closing.  Is this the tip of the iceburg as we hear of more bed closings?  Ed Helfrich, CEO of BC Card Providers Association explains.

How much has our freedom been curtailed by US Homeland Security?  Glenda Hutton, a retired BC woman who cannot get off of the American no-fly list and Michael Vonn, Policy Director with the BC Civil Liberties Association joins us.

When did “fat” become a four-letter word?  Jennifer McLagan, author of “Fat:  An Appreciation of a Misunderstood Ingredient, with Recipes” explains.

John Mighton, a mathematician who pioneered the Jump Math Program which is finding great success with Vancouver teachers and students is with us.

High School Musical is everywhere – and now on ice!  Amanda Billings, who plays Gabriella in Disney’s High School Musical On Ice wraps up the show.

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On Monday’s “Christy Clark Show” with guest host Michael Smyth…

BC’s second quarter economic statement is out – how are we doing?  BC Finance Minister Colin Hansen discusses.

Do you have a private pension?  Some private companies are asking for leeway with pension funding during tough economic times.  What role does the Government play when it comes to protecting pensions?  Keith Ambachtsheer, President of KPA Advisory Services is a pension expert and shares his perspective.

Openline – How much responsibility does the media bear when it comes to the financial crisis?

Technology expert Mark Saltzman is here with this year’s hot holiday gadgets.

Author Bonnie Stern – “Friday Night Dinners” – wraps up our show.

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