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5:47 | Does RCMP Commissioner Brenda Lucki have any idea what's going on within Canada's national police force? The question is fair, after her damning testimony at the Mass Casualty Commission following the horrific mass shooting in Nova Scotia in April of 2020. Ryan opens the show summarizing what Canada's top cop told (or didn't tell) the MCC over the past couple of days. 
17:44 | Iconic retailer Zellers is coming back...but will Canadians support it? Will the return to brick and mortar work for the formerly-popular discount retailer? Consumer behaviour expert Heather Thomson tells us why Zellers closed years ago, and what to watch for when it opens its doors again.
LEARN MORE ABOUT HEATHER: http://heatherthomson.ca/about/
42:50 | "If you can dodge a wrench...you can dodge a ball." Most people know the one-liners from the popular film "Dodgeball," but how much do you know about the actual sport? As Canada prepares to host the World Dodgeball Championships, we talk to the president of the World Dodgeball Federation and one of Team Canada's top stars.
CHECK OUT THE WORLD DODGEBALL CHAMPIONSHIPS: https://worlddodgeballfederation.com/2022-world-dodgeball-championships/
59:19 | The Columbia Icefield is one of Canada's most magnificent natural treasures. In this week's #MyJasper Memories, we learn about Rockaboo Mountain Adventures' "Tread Lightly" Glacier Hikes, and the future of net zero, environmentally-conscious tourism in Jasper National Park. 
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1:14 | Dove Canada is capitalizing on the controversy around Lisa LaFlamme's firing, encouraging women to #KeepTheGrey. Ryan opens the show with an email from Real Talker Laurie, a hairstylist, who offers a unique (and entertaining) angle on aging. 
13:39 | Zeller's is coming back to Canada. No, seriously! Ryan and John muse about what the iconic Canadian retailer's return might look like (ahead of our chat with retail expert Heather Thomson tomorrow). 
15:06 | Andrew Coyne, likely Canada's most-read political commentator, chimes in on Lisa LaFlamme, Pierre Poilievre and Diagolon, Danielle Smith's proposed Alberta Sovereignty Act, and the future of conservatism in Canada. Don't miss this interview! 
39:29 | Constitutional lawyer David Khan explains why the Alberta Sovereignty Act is "gaslighting," and explains why he thinks there's still space on the political spectrum for the Alberta Liberal Party (despite its recent leadership race that drew exactly zero candidates). 
59:03 | We feature a "punk rock" water brand for "straight edge" consumers in this week's edition of The Leading Edge presented by Leading Edge Physiotherapy.
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Poof...gone. Thirty-five years into a storied career, veteran news anchor Lisa LaFlamme is unceremoniously cut loose by bean counters at CTV. We talk to talk radio legend Charles Adler about the state of media in Canada, and what prompts decisions like this. Chuck also chimes in on the "bacon and eggs" vibe of Pierre Poilievre's latest video aimed at PM Justin Trudeau. 
Journalists, in particular women of colour, are being subjected to a coordinated hate campaign across the country. Senator Paula Simons, an award-winning journalist, shares her thoughts on how such threats should be addressed, and how attitudes in newsrooms have evolved over the years. 
Back after a week on the beach, Ryan looks back on the restorative impact of sand between the toes in this week's edition of Positive Reflections presented by Kuby Energy.
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Real Talk is on vacation! Enjoy our Best Of episodes this week, featuring some of our favourite recent interviews. We’re back at it live on August 22, 2022.
 
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Real Talk is on vacation! Enjoy our Best Of episodes this week, featuring some of our favourite recent interviews. We’re back at it live on August 22, 2022.ryanjespersen.com

Real Talk is on vacation! Enjoy our Best Of episodes this week, featuring some of our favourite recent interviews. We’re back at it live on August 22, 2022.ryanjespersen.com

Real Talk is on vacation! Enjoy our Best Of episodes this week, featuring some of our favourite recent interviews. We’re back at it live on August 22, 2022.ryanjespersen.com

2:40 | Rest in Power, Ben Stelter. The six-year-old superfan of the Edmonton Oilers passed away Tuesday evening after bravely battling glioblastoma, a form of brain cancer. Ryan opens the show honouring the boy who brought the entire hockey community together. 
7:54 | In less than a month, Conservative Party of Canada (CPC) voters will select their new leader. Jean Charest may be lagging in the polls, but he says he'll fight to the end. Ryan asks the former Quebec Premier about Pierre Poilievre missing the debate (and earning Stephen Harper's endorsement), his proposed tweak to the carbon tax, daycare funding, Reconciliation, and more.
43:47 | Following yesterday's interviews with alumni from Saskatoon's Legacy Christian Academy, Ryan checks in with Saskatchewan NDP leader Carla Beck. What would appropriate government action look like? Are there funding implications? The conversation evolves to provincial political dynamics across western Canada, the rise of populism, and the role of Crown corporations.

13:12 | Hockey parents conflicted about registering their kids for the fall won't want to miss this interview with Jeff Nash. The longtime hockey player, coach, official, and production professional has personal experience with the highs and lows of the sport, including being hazed as a rookie in Junior. "Nasher" shares how a backyard rink project influenced his feelings about his kids playing the game, and talks about being the change in a sport facing a cultural crisis.
44:11 | Sean Kotelmach and Jillian Kudryk are two of the (at least) eighteen alumni of Saskatoon Christian Centre Academy who've joined a $25M class action lawsuit against their former school. Allegations of sexual assault, emotional and physical abuse including so-called "gay exorcisms" and punitive isolation policies, gaslighting, and manipulation have prompted calls for criminal and government investigations, and suspension of public funding for what's now known as Legacy Christian Academy. Sean and Jillian share their personal stories, including what prompted them to come forward after many years. 
1:10:05 | We received a bunch of emails after our segment on a racist, sexist essay that took third prize in an Alberta government contest. Ryan reads messages from Anton and Jenny, who submitted their takes to talk@ryanjespersen.com. (Congratulations to Jenny, spontaneously awarded our Real Talk Email of the Month for August. Enjoy your free Real Talk studio mug!)
1:16:50 | There's an amazing new way to explore Jasper National Park! Open Top Touring presents vintage tours with a modern twist. Jump on board for a ride in this week's edition of #MyJasper Memories presented by Tourism Jasper! 
CHECK OUT MORE OPPORTUNITIES TO EXPLORE JASPER: https://www.jasper.travel/realtalk/
The views and opinions expressed in this show are those of the host and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Relay Communications Group Inc. or any affiliates.