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The Flamethrower: All-Tucker Carlson Edition!

On the heels of Ryan's recap of the Tucker Carlson Live show, Real Talkers sound off on the former FOX News star's visit to Alberta.
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Tips and Tricks to Spend Less on Energy!

Spending more to power and heat your home than ever before? Crossing your fingers that old furnace holds up for a few more months, as cold air continues to seep through your windows and doors? Millions of Canadians are living in "energy poverty". What can we actually do about it? 
2:30 | Rod Ruff from Alberta Ecotrust Foundation, Jesse Row from Alberta Energy Efficiency Alliance, and Shaun Miller from Kuby Renewable Energy highlight government programs helping Canadians go green, forecast the future of efficiency initiatives, and give us their best tips to spend less on energy. 
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43:15 | Did you know you can get Real Talk in bite-sized chunks? Ryan shows off some of the newer features on our YouTube channel home page. 
47:45 | On the heels of Ryan's recap of the Tucker Carlson Live show in Edmonton, Real Talkers sound off on the former FOX News star's visit to Alberta. 
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2018 World Junior Hockey Stars to Surrender to Police

Four NHL players and a European pro have taken leaves of absence from their teams, as London Police prepare to lay charges relating to an alleged sexual assault involving members of Canada's 2018 World Junior Hockey Championship roster. We get into what we do know - what we don't know - and the big picture implications on Canada's favourite sport in this episode of Real Talk.
7:10 | But first...Ryan recaps Tucker Carlson's whirlwind Alberta tour, including cameo appearances by Premier Danielle Smith, Dr. Jordan Peterson, and Conrad Black.
34:50 | Five players from Canada's 2018 World Junior Hockey Championship roster are expected to surrender to London, Ontario police to face charges of sexual assault. We get into it with Edmonton Sports Talk founder Dustin Nielson. Plus, what's going on with the AJHL? Nielson explains why five teams are suspended, and why there's a very real chance the league's future is in jeopardy. 
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1:09:40 | We take a look at a video reportedly released by the alleged Edmonton City Hall shooter, and discuss charges laid against the 28-year-old man.
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Shots Fired at Edmonton City Hall

January 23, 2024 - an armed gunman walks uninterrupted into Edmonton City Hall, opens fire at a wall of windows, then throws a Molotov cocktail, starting a fire before he's tackled and detained by an unarmed Commissionaire. 
2:33 | Edmonton Mayor Amarjeet Sohi takes us through the harrowing ordeal, and tells us what he thinks about tightening security at City Hall. 
16:15 | Edmonton Councillor Tim Cartmell tells us about the event from his vantage point, including his connection to a class of grade one students touring City Hall when the gunman arrived. 
36:30 | Is democracy really under threat? Political scientists Dr. Jared Wesley approaches the issue from judicial and healthcare perspectives, riffing off his contributions to the January/February issue of Alberta Views magazine. 
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53:03 | The final weekend of Jasper in January is fast approaching! Ryan runs through your potential itinerary, including Jasper's only fireworks show of the year! #MyJasper Memories is presented Wednesdays on Real Talk by our friends at Tourism Jasper. 
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55:13 | The feds violated Canadians' Charter Rights by invoking the Emergencies Act during the Ottawa Occupation, says a federal judge. But the ruling isn't the win Convoy supporters think it is, argues Luke LeBrun. The Press Progress editor explains why. 
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Can Alberta Become the Wind Capital of Canada?

One of Canada's biggest wind farms is set to fire up in Alberta. At peak generation, it'll provide enough juice to power 160,000 homes. But it wasn't smooth sailing getting the $600M project built. The province continues to treat renewables differently than its golden goose: oil and gas. With jurisdictions around the world competing for billions of dollars of investment in wind and solar, will Alberta still be Canada's Energy Capital fifty years from now? 
2:55 | Thomas LoTurco, EVP for Eastern US, Canada, and Government Affairs for EDP Renewables introduces us to their Sharp Hills wind farm, and talks about the implications of Alberta's regulatory red tape and renewables moratorium, landowner negotiations, and public skepticism. 
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34:30 | In one of the more creative emails we've received about healthcare and education, Real Talker "Edgar" says Albertans are a lot like the beef they're so proud of.
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Liberals Retreat, Notley Resigns, DeSantis Bows Out

Justin Trudeau's Liberal Cabinet is in Montreal, trying to figure out how to gain back the ground they've lost to Pierre Poilievre. Alberta NDP supporters are taking a closer look than ever before at their up-and-comers, with Rachel Notley's resignation official. Florida Governor Ron DeSantis takes a hint from the people of Iowa, and bows to kiss Trump's ring. 
2:20 | Charles Adler nails down what the Liberals need to figure out at their Cabinet retreat, predicts the dynamic of the Alberta NDP leadership race, takes a few swipes at Take Back Alberta founder David Parker, and summarizes Ron DeSantis' brief run at the Presidency. 
57:45 | We've got an update following Sarah Bisbee's appearance on the show (she told us all about her suburban family of six going completely car-free), including an email from Real Talker Coreen. Plus, Real Talker Ken tells us why he supports the show on Patreon despite the fact he "could get it for free." You're the best, Ken! Ryan lays out a few great reasons to become a Real Talk Patron. 
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1:07:30 | Real Talker Shalaine's email made our week. Ryan shares it as a Positive Reflection presented by Kuby Renewable Energy.
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Pointing Fingers After Alberta's Near-Power Outage!

A cold snap just about broke Alberta's power grid. Deportation looms for the man that caused a high-profile tragedy. People still don't know how to zipper merge. Real Talkers are fired up for The Flamethrower presented by the DQs of Northwest Edmonton and Sherwood Park!
 
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Developing the Workforce of the Future

What does the workforce of the future look like? What will drive growth, retain talent, and ultimately dictate success? What are the world's leading jurisdictions doing? Why are others being left in the dust? When does government need to lead, and when should it get out of the way? What are today's post-secondary students looking for, and what's the best way for industry to connect with tomorrow's brightest minds? 
2:10 | Alberta Chambers of Commerce CEO Shauna Feth, NorQuest College CEO Carolyn Campbell, and Deloitte's Elise Sethna discuss talent development and retention, and how it relates to Alberta's future prosperity. 
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59:00 | A cold snap just about broke Alberta's power grid. Deportation looms for the man that caused a high-profile tragedy. People still don't know how to zipper merge. Real Talkers are all fired up for The Flamethrower presented by the DQs of Northwest Edmonton and Sherwood Park! 
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Hangin' with Quick Dick McDick

Quick Dick McDick is one of Canada's most-watched YouTubers. Millions of people have watched his videos on farming, politics, cooking, and more. And, he's the only Real Talk guest (as far as we know) who's released a video of themselves taking a poop in the woods. 
2:10 |  @QuickDickMcDick  joins us live from his farm near Tuffnell, Saskatchewan to talk about the future of prairie New Democrats, the impact of the carbon tax on family farms, a life-saving rescue involving his friend, and his booming stand-up comedy career. 
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End of an Era: What's Next for the Alberta NDP?

Rachel Notley took the Alberta NDP from four to 54 seats in the Legislature. She took an unlikely bunch from obscurity to a majority government, and put her progressive stamp on a province that had seen back-to-back conservative dynasties. Upon announcing her intent to resign as leader of the now-Official Opposition, she triggers a race of legitimate contenders vying to be Alberta's next NDP premier. 
2:40 | Former Energy Minister Marg McCuaig-Boyd, former Notley senior advisor Leah Ward, and founding president of the UCP Erika Barootes talk to us about Rachel's legacy, the scuttlebutt around potential leadership candidates, and the future of the Alberta NDP. 
39:00 | Ryan shares some photos and a dance floor video (!) from his recent trip to Jasper. #MyJasper Memories is presented Wednesdays on Real Talk by our friends at  @JasperAlberta  @JasperAlberta . 
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51:00 | Real Talker Gillian moved to Alberta months before Rachel Notley's NDP formed government in 2015. She tells us what she thinks sets Notley apart from other politicians. 
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56:03 | With a former Minister of Energy in studio, we can't help but address the near-blackout situation Alberta faced with its electricity grid under strain over the weekend. 
1:04:10 | We bumped the originally-scheduled guest for this episode when Rachel Notley announced her resignation. He's one of Canada's most-watched YouTubers, so it's no surprise Quick Dick McDick had a little fun with our request to move his interview to Thursday, January 18. Ryan plays the response we received from  @QuickDickMcDick . (It's amazing.)
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