Real Talk Ryan Jespersen

July 21, 2022 - AB War Room Targets Journalists; Living the Dream: Craig Spicer at the British Open

6:13 | Hockey culture is in the crosshairs now perhaps more than ever, as several high-profile stories are shining a spotlight on Canada's favourite sport. Ryan opens the show addressing allegations swirling around Oilers owner Daryl Katz, Hockey Canada's controversial contingency fund to settle sexual assault claims, and other "off ice" stories from the past year.
15:35 | "Our current information landscape is a war zone, and journalists are enemy combatants." That, from Counterpoint Strategies, the agency hired by Alberta's "War Room," as reported by investigative climate journalist Geoff Dembicki in The Tyee. Geoff tells us how the story wound up on his radar, the sustained antagonism aimed at reporters by the War Room, and why he thinks Counterpoint Strategies locked down their website shortly after Geoff's story was published.
READ GEOFF'S REPORTING HERE: https://thetyee.ca/News/2022/07/18/Alberta-Energy-War-Room-Hires-New-Fighter/
49:57 | Living the dream! Longtime golf professional Craig Spicer, superintendent at Legends Golf Club, joins Real Talk just hours after returning home from Scotland, where he worked with the grounds crew at the 150th British Open. Spicer shows off some photos from The Old Course at St. Andrews and tells a few stories about the "top one or two experience" of his thirty-year career in golf.

July 20, 2022 - Grand Chief George Arcand, Jr.; Journalist Brandi Morin; #MyJasper Memories

0:01 | It's Launch Day for Seriously with Supriya & Ryan! We kick off today's Real Talk just moments after recording episode one of our new weekly show, and chat a bit about the format, and what our audience can expect.
FOLLOW SERIOUSLY ON SOCIAL MEDIA: https://seriouslypod.com/SUBSCRIBE ON YOUTUBE: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCL3YTxuQYdtjK0k0ksGbmRQDOWNLOAD THE PODCAST: https://podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast/seriously-with-supriya-and-ryan/id1633490807
15:44 | With just days to go before his one-on-one meeting with the Pope, Grand Chief George Arcand, Jr. explains how he's preparing, and what he hopes to accomplish. The high-profile and somewhat divisive visit presents some unique challenges, to say the least. Grand Chief Arcand shares his message to survivors.
FOR INFORMATION ON EVENTS DURING THE PAPAL VISIT:
https://www.afn.ca/papal-visit/
MASKWACIS:maskwacis@papalvisit.cagroups@papalvisit.ca
LAC STE. ANNE PILGRIMAGE:LSA@papalvisit.caLSA@visitepapale.cagroups@papalvisit.ca
COMMONWEALTH STADIUM:commonwealth@papalvisit.cacommonwealthgroups@papalvisit.ca
39:43 | Journalist Brandi Morin checks in from Toronto, just hours after winning two Native American Journalists Association Awards for her reporting on Indigenous issues across the country. A member of Real Talk's Editorial Board, Brandi shares some of the firsthand stories she's heard from residential school survivors, and talks about the motivation behind her new book, "Our Voice of Fire". 
CHECK OUT BRANDI'S BOOK: https://houseofanansi.com/products/our-voice-of-fire
1:03:21 | There's nothing quite like the Jasper Dark Sky Festival. In this week's #MyJasper Memories, we take a look at unbelievable, time lapse footage of the Northern Lights illuminating Jasper's mountainscape, and share brand news details about this year's event (October 14-23). 
Plus, we take a look at the Wedewer family's recent #MyJasper Memories. They booked the Spirit Island boat tour on Maligne Lake after hearing about it on Real Talk. Music to our ears! 
SUBMIT YOUR #MYJASPER MEMORY: talk@ryanjespersen.com
CHECK OUT JASPER'S DARK SKY FESTIVAL: https://jasperdarksky.travel/

July 19, 2022 - Chief Tony Alexis re: The Pope’s Visit; Convoy Organizer Pat King Out on Bail

5:36 | Are you still wearing a mask in public? Ryan reviews the results of an unofficial, unscientific Twitter poll prompted by yesterday's show. 
CHECK OUT THE RESULTS: https://twitter.com/ryanjespersen/status/1549050386996084740?s=20&t=v4XV3YTX3xYvrBuuNnM-1A
12:07 | When Chief Tony Alexis first met with the Pope in 2016, he invited him to visit the Alexis Nakota Sioux Nation and meet with residential school survivors. Six years later, that visit is set to happen. Chief Alexis talks about his personal perspective around the expected Papal apology, and shares how community members feel about what's about to go down.
DETAILS ON THE LAC STE. ANNE PILGRIMAGE: https://lacsteannepilgrimage.ca/
34:40 | Freedom Convoy organizer Pat King is out on bail after five months behind bars. Kurt Phillips, founder of Anti-Racist Canada, helps us understand King's background, following, and potential future. 
1:08:58 | On The Leading Edge this week: Wellspring Edmonton, where anyone affected by cancer can access non-medical support services. We're proud to shine the light on Leading Edge Physiotherapy's Charity of the Month for July! 
CHECK OUT WELLSPRING EDMONTON: https://wellspring.ca/edmonton/
LIFE SHOULDN'T HURT: https://leadingedgephysio.com/

July 18, 2022 - Intensive Care in Canada: Dr. Noel Gibney & Melanie Gauthier, RN; Charles Adler

12:34 | Canada's ICUs are strained, to say the least. Critical care capabilities are compromised across the country, as COVID-19 continues to impact healthcare delivery. A new report from the Royal Society of Canada is sounding the alarm. Co-authors Dr. Noel Gibney and Melanie Gauthier, RN join to discuss its key points, and respond to Danielle Smith's inflammatory comments about Alberta Health Services on Real Talk on July 13. 
READ THE REPORT: https://rsc-src.ca/en/covid-19-policy-briefing-recent/covid-19-pandemic-impact-canada%E2%80%99s-intensive-care-units
WATCH DANIELLE SMITH'S INTERVIEW: https://www.youtube.com/watch?t=223&v=aAzcPeQ534c&feature=youtu.be
51:18 | Former NHL star and current conspiracy theorist Theoren Fleury used to call Charles Adler "big brother". When did the friendship sour to the point Theo's calling out Chuck to his quarter-million followers on Twitter? The Titan of Talk shares details during his regular Monday spot, and comments on his former radio colleague Danielle Smith's Real Talk interview. 
1:18:44 | Two remarkable survival stories headline this week's edition of Positive Reflections presented by Kuby Energy. You'll get goosebumps when you see the good news stories Real Talkers Lindsey and Landon shared with us via email! 
SEND US YOUR POSITIVE REFLECTION: talk@ryanjespersen.com 
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Trash Talk - July 15, 2022

The Real Talk inbox was slammed with submissions after a couple segments this week - namely, Evander Kane re-signing with the Edmonton Oilers, and Danielle Smith discussing her UCP leadership bid. Ryan reads the best of 'em in this week's Trash Talk presented by Local Environmental Services.

July 15, 2022 - Family Doc Bradley Martin; Alberta Municipalities Round Table

3:00 | We kick off today's show featuring audience feedback after Ryan's interview with Danielle Smith. Some of you loved it, some of you hated it, and it seems everybody has something to say about it! 
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16:37 | Hinton-based family physician Dr. Bradley Martin returns to the show with an "on the ground" assessment of rural healthcare in Alberta. Turns out Dr. Martin was scribbling down notes during the Danielle Smith interview. He runs through a fact check of sorts, and gives us a clear idea of the reality facing rural health practitioners.
47:56 | We spend a lot of time talking about "social issues" in big urban centres, but what about small and medium-sized communities? They're certainly not immune to the impact of homelessness, lack of affordable housing, the opioid crisis, racism and hate crimes, and the like. Our Alberta Municipalities Real Talk Round Table features St. Albert Mayor Cathy Heron, Wetaskiwin Mayor Tyler Gandam, and Alberta Beach Mayor Angela Duncan. 
CHECK OUT ALBERTA MUNICIPALITIES: https://www.abmunis.ca/
1:46:03 | Human rights advocate Mark Cherrington made a big impact on the Real Talk audience during Thursday's show. One of those people is Angie Shaw, founder of the 4B Harm Reduction Society. Ryan reads Angie's email about her son's life on the streets, and the impact of the Cherrington interview on Real Talk. 
1:49:11 | The Real Talk inbox was slammed with submissions after a couple segments this week - namely, Evander Kane re-signing with the Edmonton Oilers, and Danielle Smith discussing her UCP leadership bid. Ryan reads the best of 'em in this week's Trash Talk presented by Local Environmental Services. 
CHECK OUT LOCAL ENVIRONMENTAL SERVICES: https://localenvironmental.ca/

July 14, 2022 - Danielle Smith; Mark Cherrington

3:43 | She's easily the most polarizing candidate in the United Conservative Party leadership race, and quite likely a frontrunner. Danielle Smith joins Ryan to discuss her upcoming rally with Theoren Fleury, criticism of her proposed Alberta Sovereignty Act, her promise to apologize to pastors jailed for defying public health orders, and much more. 
CHECK OUT DANIELLE'S CAMPAIGN: https://daniellesmith.ca/
51:23 | You may have never heard of Mark Cherrington before. The human rights advocate operates outside of the spotlight, assisting people who might otherwise fall through the cracks. Over the past 30 years, Mark figures he's helped more than 24,000 people. He paints a clear picture of the impact inflation and increased cost of living is having on lower income earners and people relying on social assistance. 
CHECK OUT THE COALITION FOR JUSTICE AND HUMAN RIGHTS: https://www.coalition4jhr.org/
CONTACT MARK DIRECTLY: mark@coalition4jhr.com

July 13, 2022 - Big News from Supriya and Ryan! Plus, Premiers Talk Health, and Johnny Hockey’s Gone

9:05 | Canada's Premiers have the feds in their crosshairs following annual meetings hosted and chaired by John Horgan in BC. Supriya Dwivedi cuts through the noise, political posturing, and hyperbole to focus on who's really responsible for Canada's strained system. 
32:45 | Supriya and Ryan have a big announcement - one they've been working on for years! 
SUBSCRIBE TO "SERIOUSLY" VIA PODCAST, YOUTUBE, TWITTER & INSTAGRAM: https://seriouslypod.com/
40:35 | We value your opinion on stories we cover (and stories you think we need to cover)! Ryan tees up audience emails on the Pope's upcoming apology tour in Alberta, online predators (and the police that track them), and gun control in Canada.
EMAIL US ANYTIME: talk@ryanjespersen.com
1:11:33 | The par threes at the Fairmont Jasper Park Golf Course are officially among the best in the world! In this week's #MyJasper Memories presented by Tourism Jasper, we explore Canada's #1 Golf Resort, including the inspiration behind architect Stanley Thompson's iconic 1925 design.
PLAN YOUR TRIP TO JASPER: https://www.jasper.travel/realtalk/
READ ABOUT THE TOP HONOURS: https://www.golfdigest.com/story/one-shot-wonders-course-with-greatest-set-par-3s-in-world

July 12, 2022 - Cost of Living, Healthcare, and Winning Elections: Erica Ifill & Mo Amir

4:30 | You'll never be left wondering how Erica Ifill feels about something. The "Bad and Bitchy" podcast host, who also happens to be an economist, brings huge energy to political conversations that could otherwise be somewhat...boring. We talk inflation, cost of living (including gasoline!), and politics with the Not In My Colour founder before something unprecedented happens...
39:22 |...when "This is VANCOLOUR" host Mo Amir jumps in for an impromptu panel discussion. Making his Real Talk debut from his home city of Vancouver, Amir doesn't miss a beat, jumping in to provide another perspective on Canada's Premiers' gathering, the state of healthcare across the country, and the likely outcome of the BC NDP's race to replace Premier John Horgan.
As you'll see, the chemistry between Erica and Mo is undeniable. In front of our very eyes, the "Unofficial Opposition Round Table" is born on Real Talk! We go on to discuss the recent performance of provincial governments in their home provinces of Ontario and BC, analyze Pierre Poilievre's camp of supporters, and take aim at the PMO, including unfulfilled campaign promises. What could it all mean for the outcome of the next federal election?
READ ERICA'S WORK: https://notinmycolour.com/liberals-on-collision-course-to-entrench-anti-blackness/
CHECK OUT MO'S SHOW: https://www.thisisvancolour.com/
1:33:20 | It can be embarrassing to talk about incontinence, constipation, and postpartum changes to your pelvic floor muscles. In this week's The Leading Edge, we feature the "Peepeepalooza" event, which uses stand-up comedy to bring awareness and support to an important and under-discussed area of healthcare. 
The Leading Edge is presented by Leading Edge Physiotherapy: https://leadingedgephysio.com/
 

July 11, 2022 - Journalist Connie Walker re: Stolen: Surviving St. Michael’s; Charles Adler

Stolen: Surviving St. Michael's is one of the most powerful podcasts you'll ever hear. Journalist Connie Walker takes us into the very personal process of putting it all together. But first...
14:28 | How much can you tell about a person based on the canine company they keep? Emmy Award-winning talk host and "Dog Dad" Charles Adler chimes in. A Rogers cellular customer himself, Chuck talks about the service outage impacting millions of Canadians, along with air travel woes across the country, and Patrick Brown's disqualification from the CPC leadership race.
42:38 | It all started when she heard a story about her Dad, an RCMP officer and residential school survivor, pulling over the priest that abused him years earlier. Journalist Connie Walker was troubled by what happened during that traffic stop, and needed to know more. The result is the eight-episode podcast "Stolen: Surviving St. Michael's". It's impossible to not be impacted by the project, including Connie's insights just a couple weeks after the final episode was released on Spotify. Do not miss this interview.
LISTEN TO STOLEN: SURVIVING ST. MICHAEL'S: https://open.spotify.com/show/7D4inq4DY144KIZN99Od6t
1:19:02 | A simple Sunday dog walk led to a Positive Reflection for Ryan over the weekend. He shares the story in this week's edition of our bucket-filling feature presented by Kuby Energy.
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