The Whistler Podcast

In this episode of The Whistler Podcast, Mayor Jack Crompton sits down with Councillor Jen Ford for a conversation about the issues shaping Whistler and the Sea to Sky Corridor. 
Drawing on nearly 12 years on Whistler Council, along with leadership roles as Chair of the Whistler Housing Authority, Chair of the Squamish-Lillooet Regional District (SLRD) and former President of the Union of British Columbia Municipalities, Jen shares practical insight into how local government works behind the scenes. The discussion explores everything from the surprising origins of regional districts and growth planning in the Sea to Sky, to affordable housing, healthcare innovation and climate resilience. 
Jen also explains the importance of projects like Harrow Road, the evolving role of the Whistler Housing Authority and how communities can continue to innovate while planning for future generations.

This week on The Whistler Podcast, Mayor Jack Crompton sits down with two local creatives building lives and careers in the mountains: Entrepreneur, comedian and co-founder of Laugh Out LIVE! Rebecca Mason and musician and Gibbons Whistler festivals manager Erik “Big Love” Van Meerbergen.
From multiple jobs and housing uncertainty to packed comedy nights and the growing live music scene, they share a candid look at the hustle, the passion and the community that keeps them here.
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In this episode of the Whistler Podcast, Mayor Jack Crompton sits down with policy consultant, speaker and author Seth Klein. Together they unpack lessons from his book, A Good War, exploring how Canada can mobilize for the climate emergency, why addressing inequality is key to real progress, and how Whistler can confront the challenge of reducing emissions while welcoming visitors from around the world.

Back from summer break, this episode of The Whistler Podcast was recorded live at Olympic Plaza during the RMOW's 50th-anniversary celebrations and features the trailblazers and tomorrow makers of Whistler. Mayor Jack Crompton leads the conversation with original Councillor John Hetherington, Lil'wat artist Levi Nelson, Olympic skier Julia Murray and climate youth activist Jade Quinn-McDonald. They share stories of their experiences representing our unique community and culture in Whistler.

On this episode of The Whistler Podcast, we zoom out from our mountain town and look at the broader picture of what it means to be part of the Sea to Sky corridor in 2025. Hosts Jack Crompton and Brandon Barrett sit down with Squamish Mayor Armand Hurford and Pemberton Mayor Mike Richman for a candid conversation about shared challenges, evolving identities, and the power of regional collaboration.

From regional transit and housing affordability to climate resilience and the pressures of growth, this episode explores the threads that connect our communities and the work it takes to strengthen them. You’ll also hear about log-rolling at Squamish Logger Sports, the transformation of Sp’akw’us Feather Park, coaching high school basketball, and what it means to preserve the character of a place while embracing inevitable change.

Whether you live in Whistler, commute from Pemberton, or spend the weekend in Squamish, this episode highlights why regional conversations matter more than ever. Please tune in and look deeper at the mayors leading the charge behind the places we call home.