The Whistler Podcast
Join host Mayor Jack Crompton for candid community conversations about current events, local government and everything Whistler on The Whistler Podcast. As part of the RMOW’s and Mayor Crompton’s broader work toward enriching the community fabric and community building in Whistler, the podcast provides a new channel to connect with Whistler residents to discuss topics of municipal and community interest.Twice a month, Mayor Jack Crompton will invite a community leader or special guest to join him at the Mountain FM Whistler studio to share opinions about current events and hot topics that are important to the community.
Episodes
75 episodes
Season 3, Episode 12: New Sea to Sky MLA talks regional transit, climate and politics
On this episode of The Whistler Podcast, Mayor Jack Crompton speaks with Jeremy Valeriote, an environmental engineer and longtime Whistler resident who is now our MLA. They discuss the historic moment for the Sea to Sky Corridor with the BC Gre...
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Season 2
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Episode 12
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38:58
Season 3: Episode 12, From squatting to Whistler’s highest honour—looking back on 50 years in Whistler with Nancy Wilhelm-Morden
From squatting in the Valley (and getting kicked out...) to becoming Mayor of the Resort Municipality and ultimately being awarded with Whistler’s highest honour—Nancy Wilhelm-Morden is one of our mountain town’s most influential citizens. Afte...
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Season 3
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Episode 12
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33:58
Season 3: Episode 10, Welcoming Snow Season with Belinda Trembath
On this episode of The Whistler Podcast, Mayor Jack Crompton speaks with Belinda Trembath (BT), Vice President and Chief Operating Officer at Whistler Blackcomb. BT is approaching her second opening day at the helm of Whistler Blackcomb, bringi...
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Season 3
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Episode 10
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37:46
Season 3: Episode 9 - Why is our library more important than ever with Library Director Mikale Fenton and Program & Marketing Coordinator Jeanette Bruce
This week on The Whistler Podcast, Mayor Jack Crompton is joined by Whistler Public Library Director Mikale Fenton and Program & Marketing Coordinator Jeanette Bruce. They speak about the evolving role of libraries in the digital age, how t...
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Season 3
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Episode 9
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42:10
Season 3: Episode 8 - *Special Episode* Mic handover with Jeremy West, Master Carver Xwalacktun (Rick Harry) and Apprentice Brandon Hall
In this special episode of the Whistler Podcast, we hand the mic over to Jeremy West, a member of the Squamish Nation, for an insightful conversation with Master Carver Xwalacktun (Rick Harry) and Apprentice Brandon Hall, both from the Squamish...
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Season 3
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Episode 8
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31:34
Season 3: Episode 7 - Can we have it all in Whistler? Featuring Chris Fair
On this episode of the Whistler Podcast, Mayor Jack Crompton speaks to Chris Fair as they explore the future of tourism in our community. Can Whistler remain a world-class destination while leading the way in sustainability? Is it ...
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Season 3
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Episode 7
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36:41
Season 3: Episode 6 - How are we tackling the housing crisis, part two featuring Beau Jarvis
This episode of The Whistler Podcast is the second in our two-part series on housing. Today's guest is Beau Jarvis, a born and raised Whistlerite and president and CEO of Wesgroup Properties. Beau shares his deep ties to the community, from his...
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Season 3
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Episode 6
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39:40
Season 3: Episode 5 - How are we tackling the housing crisis, part one: featuring Dale Mikkelsen
In this episode of The Whistler Podcast, Mayor Jack Crompton explores Whistler's housing challenges with Dale Mikkelsen, a long-time Whistlerite who joined the municipality in 2023 as General Manager of Whistler's Climate Action Planning and De...
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Season 3
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Episode 5
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37:09
Season 3: Episode 4 - Are we loving the Sea to Sky to death?
Kirby Brown, Sea to Sky Gondola General Manager, speaks with Mayor Jack Crompton on the Don't Love It to Death campaign. Brown speaks about educating visitors who are experiencing nature for the first time and Sea to Sky loca...
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Season 3: Episode 3 - Rethinking Canada Day with Wilson Williams *Special extended episode*
In this special episode of the Whistler Podcast, Mayor Jack Crompton speaks with Wilson Williams, an elected Councillor in his third term and spokesperson for the Squamish Nation. This episode was recorded live at the Sḵwx̱wú7mesh Lil̓wat7úl Cu...
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Season 3
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Episode 3
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1:03:14
Season 3: Episode 2 - How do we live with wildlife in an era of climate change?
Tune in as Mayor Crompton and Bob Brett discuss how we can foster coexistence with our natural habitat and wildlife, ensuring that Whistler remains a sanctuary for all its inhabitants. This episode discusses biodiversity in Whistler, the ...
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Season 3
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Episode 2
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37:28
Season 3: Episode 1 - Are we ready for a wildfire emergency? Featuring guest Whistler Fire Chief Thomas Doherty
Welcome to season three of the Whistler Podcast, where we explore the heart of our mountain community's pressing issues. In this episode, Mayor Crompton and Fire Chief Thomas Doherty shed light on Whistler's proactive measures in wildfire prepa...
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Season 3
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Episode 1
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29:55
Season 2: Episode 35 The past, present and future of Pique Newsmagazine with Braden Dupuis
Join Mayor Jack Crompton in conversation with Braden Dupuis, Editor of Pique Newsmagazine. Braden shares his vision for the Pique and they discuss housing, the Northlands rezoning process, the upcoming election and transit.
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Season 2
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Episode 35
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59:44
Season 2: Episode 35 - Maxxed out with G.D. Maxwell
Join Mayor Jack Crompton as he talks to longtime Whistler resident and Pique Newsmagazine columnist, G.D. Maxwell. Listen in to learn Maxwell's episode to learn his Whistler origin story as a self-proclaimed corporate dropout turned local...
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Season 2
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Episode 35
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1:19:21
Season 2: Episode 34 Exploring the future of Whistler with RMOW CAO Virginia Cullen
Join Mayor Jack Compton as he speaks with the Chief Administrative Officer at the Resort Municipality of Whistler (RMOW), Virginia "Ginny" Cullen. Ginny shares her experience living in Whistler, how her role supports the RMOW and why the Whistl...
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Season 2
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Episode 34
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45:58
Season 2: Episode 33 with Tanina Williams | Recorded live at the Squamish Lil'wat Cultural Centre
Join Mayor Jack Crompton as he has a powerful conversation with Tanina Williams of the Líl̓wat Nation, who shares her relationship with Canada, colonization, and her experience with systemic racism. Williams also speaks about healing tra...
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Season 2
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Episode 33
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58:09
Season 2: Episode 32: considering local, regional and provincial perspectives with Jen Ford
Join Mayor Jack Crompton when he talks to Jen Ford about local, regional and provincial politics. Jen Ford is a councillor at the Resort Municipality of Whistler and the Chair of the Squamish Lillooet Regional District. She is also the fi...
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Season 2
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Episode 32
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54:32
Season 2: Episode 31: Art through the eyes of the curator with Dr. Curtis Collins
Join Mayor Jack Crompton as he talks to Audain Art Museum Director and Chief Curator, Dr. Curtis Collins about how he joined the Audain team and his connection to Indigenous artists and supporting their work.
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Season 2
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Episode 31
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1:05:00
Season 2: Episode 30: The practice of fascination in art and environment with Arne Gutmann
Join Mayor Jack Crompton as he connects with photographer and avid stand-up paddleboard athlete, Arne Gutmann to discuss the process and approach to his art. Arne speaks to the importance of working to address the impact of EPS styrofoam on Whi...
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Season 2: Episode 28: Learning about indigenous language and culture with the SLCC Curator Alison Pascal
Alison speaks with Mayor Jack Crompton about her role as the curator of the Squamish Lil'wat Cultural Center Curator (SLCC) and the path she took to step into her role. Alison shares her experience with speaking Ucwalmícwts, the Lil̓wat7úl (Lil...
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56:44
Season 2: Episode 28 The youth of today share their vision for Whistler's future (With Tomas Rasmussen and Hugo Steiner)
Join Mayor Jack Crompton as he talks to Whistler High School students Tomas Rasmussen and Hugo Steiner about where we need to go as a community. Learn more about how they imagine the future and how our decisions today will impact what Whistler ...
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51:50
Season 2: Episode 27 Learning about environmental activism (With Claire Ruddy)
Join Mayor Jack Crompton and Claire Ruddy as they discuss how the pandemic has impacted a shift to working from home, environmentalism and the threat of our changing climate. Claire shares her vision for the big changes and conversations that w...
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Season 2 Episode 26: A conversation with Olympian and president of the Canadian Olympic Committee, Tricia Smith
In this episode of The Whistler Podcast, Mayor Jack Crompton speaks with Tricia Smith, a four-time Olympian in rowing and current president of the Canadian Olympic Committee. Smith talks about her multifaceted career in sport, including her ear...
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Season 2
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Episode 26
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1:05:12
Season 2 Episode 25: Connecting with Whistler ski legend Rob Boyd
In this episode Rob talks about growing up in the Okanagan, raising his family in Whistler and his experience as a Ski Coach and Real Estate Agent. Rob also shares details on his extensive ski career including behind the scenes of his 1989 Worl...
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Season 2
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Episode 25
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1:04:51
Season 2 Episode 24: Connecting with youth through the SLCC Indigenous Youth Ambassador Program (with Cheximiya Allison Burns Joseph)
In this episode of The Whistler Podcast, Mayor Jack Crompton talks with Cheximiya Allison Burns Joseph, the Manager of the Indigenous Youth Ambassadors Program (IYA) at the Squamish Lil’wat Cultural Centre. Cheximiya Allison Burns J...
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Season 2
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Episode 23
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42:31