Full show: Preparing for interstellar travel, Dealing with the rising cost of living, & UFC Thunderbird players going to the NFL?!

Seg 1: Is NASA preparing for interstellar travel?
Interstellar travel involves moving beyond our Solar System, with one of the most significant hurdles being the vast distances. These long durations make traditional interstellar travel impractical with existing technology. To address the limitations of traditional space travel, NASA launched the Advanced Composite Solar Sail System. 
Guest: Dr. Patrick Johnson - Associate Teaching Professor in the Department of Physics at Georgetown University and Author of “The Physics Of Star Wars”

Seg 2: View From Victoria: Joffre lakes closures!
Three closures of Joffre lakes provincial park to accommodate Indigenous nations
Guest: Vaughn Palmer - Vancouver Sun Columnist

Seg 3: How are Canadians dealing with the rising cost of living?
Polling done exclusively for Global News by IPSOS finds managing the rising cost of living is still top of mind for many Canadians.
Guest: Darrell Bricker - CEO of Ipsos Global Affairs

Seg 4: KICKIN’ IT WITH THE CAPS
The Whitecaps are ready to fly New York for the game this weekend! PLUS, a tease on the upcoming friendly with Ryan Reynolds' Wrexham team!
Guest: Vanni Sartini - Coach of the Vancouver Whitecaps

Seg 5: How is the Surrey Police Board budgeting for the SPS?
As announced by the minister, the Surrey Police Service (SPS) will officially become the policing authority for Surrey on November 29, 2024. Controversies regarding the financial aspects of this transition have arisen, particularly concerning the projected costs of operating SPS. We’re here to put those to bed.
Guest: Mike Serr - Former Police Chief of Abbotsford and Current Surrey Police Board Administrator

Seg 6: NHL Playoffs coverage!
Guest: Barry Deley - Sports Anchor and Reporter at Global BC

Seg 7: Could two UBC Thunderbirds be picked for the NFL Draft?
Giovanni Manu, an offensive tackle from UBC Thunderbirds, has garnered significant attention from the NFL, leading to a memorable meeting with Dallas Cowboys owner Jerry Jones.
Alongside teammate Theo Benedet, Manu has been scouted by numerous NFL teams. Thirteen teams visited UBC during the season, and 16 attended a pro-day event.
Guest: Blake Nill - Coach of the UBC Thunderbirds Football Team
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