Real Talk Ryan Jespersen

Randy's Out. Amarjeet's In. What's Danielle Doing?

We're pedal to the metal with federal election coverage from now until April 28. In this episode, we tackle the top political stories in Edmonton, Alberta, and across the country with The Discourse co-hosts Cheryl Oates and Erika Barootes. 
3:00 | We break down Liberal drama in Edmonton Centre, a tweak to Pierre Poilievre's talking points, Premier Danielle Smith's eyebrow-raising Breitbart interview, Amarjeet Sohi's refusal to resign, Mike Myers' cameo with Mark Carney, and developments in the AHS procurement controversy. 
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1:08:45 | Wayne Gretzky was smeared...literally...over the weekend. Jespo and Johnny talk about #2 all over #99's statue.
1:19:00 | Would you consider spending your retirement years like this group of friends in Texas? Shout out to Real Talker Brinleigh for passing along this Positive Reflection presented by Solar by Kuby! 
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Danielle Smith's Ransom Note to Mark Carney

Carolyn's hot in more ways than one, Gabe wonders if Albertans are "too stupid to know," Russ says Poilievre needs to free up his plane, RMc has the ballot box question, Gerald's got his tin foil hat on, 
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Carney's Kid Attacked // Neurodiversity // Danielle's Demands

Most folks agree politicians' families are off limits when it comes to public criticism. But not all folks. A right wing media outlet in Canada made its own news in the lead-up to the election campaign, dragging Prime Minister Mark Carney's kid Sasha into the spotlight.
6:10 | Journalist Justin Ling tells us why he's pushing back on the Carney attack.
READ JUSTIN'S WORK: https://www.bugeyedandshameless.com/
TELL US WHAT YOU THINK: leave a comment here or email talk@ryanjespersen.com 
38:00 | It's Neurodiversity Celebration Week! Tara Langan talks to us about ADHD, Autism, and the new Athabasca University course Neurodiversity in the Workplace. 
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1:28:00 | Jespo and Johnny debrief, featuring firsthand testimony on the Real Talk Live Chat powered by Park Power. Real Talkers Michael and Don have thoughts on our March 20 interview with former Conservative MP James Cumming.
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1:46:00 | Alberta Premier Danielle Smith is threatening Ottawa with a "national unity crisis". Thoughts?
1:49:00 | Carolyn's hot in more ways than one, Gabe wonders if Albertans are "too stupid to know," Russ says Poilievre needs to free up his plane, RMc has the ballot box question, Gerald's got his tin foil hat on, 
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Buckle Up: Carney to Call Election for April 28

This could be the closest federal election in decades. After a decade of Justin Trudeau, Canadians will choose Mark Carney or Pierre Poilievre to lead the country through Donald Trump's second term. Multiple sources say Carney will call an election within days (Sunday?) for April 28. We've got you covered on Real Talk with conversation across the political spectrum through what promises to be a competitive campaign. 
3:15 | Former Conservative MP James Cumming talks wins and losses, including dropping his own nomination to Sayid Ahmed in Edmonton-Centre just weeks ago.
46:40 | Jespo and Johnny debrief, and check out the Real Talk Live Chat powered by Park Power. 
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1:04:15 | Prompted by our Trina Moyles interview about her Alberta Views feature on Alberta's Grizzly Bears, Real Talker Pedro has a question about  dumping "deadstock". Over to you, ranchers! 
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"Guns First" - Grizzly Management in Alberta

We cover a LOT of ground in this episode of Real Talk, starting with Alberta allowing hunters to target "problem" Grizzly Bears. If the federal election and trade wars are all you can think about, skip ahead to 54:00 for updates on all the top headlines. 
3:30 | Author and journalist Trina Moyles takes us into the justification behind (and protest around) Alberta's new Grizzly Bear management strategy.
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54:00 | The Real Talk Rumour Mill is churning out theories about Mark Carney and Amarjeet Sohi.
1:03:10 | Donald Trump rips Pierre Poilievre on FOX News, and Jespo thinks it'll actually help the Conservative leader. What do you think?
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1:05:20 | Real Talker David has thoughts on Trump and the future of Canada. 
1:18:00 | Ryan follows up on the story of the French politician that wants the USA to return the Statue of Liberty. 
1:23:40 | We update the story of Alberta's (leaked) plan to address abandoned oil and gas assets, including an email from Real Talker Jim in Vernon, B.C.
1:43:00 | Have you ever seen Jagmeet Singh like this? We haven't!
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NEW POLLS: Carney Climbs, Poilievre Plummets

Talk about a turnaround. New polls from Leger and Angus Reid suggest the Liberals could form a majority government under Mark Carney. Could it be? 
9:30 | Poll analyst Philippe Fournier digs into the new numbers and explains what's moving the needle across the country.
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36:00 | What do you make of the tense exchanges between PM Mark Carney and journalists Stephanie Levitz and Rosemary Barton? 
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56:00 | France wants the Statue of Liberty back. Well, sort of. Could it happen?
1:01:30 | Real Talker Char delivers a pep talk to her fellow Canadians about Donald Trump, Danielle Smith, and global trade.
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Behind the Scenes of the PMO with Supriya Dwivedi

In her first interview since officially leaving the Prime Minister's Office, our pal Supriya Dwivedi is back with a behind the scenes look at what was going down in Justin Trudeau's inner circle through the party's polling woes, Trudeau's resignation, and the transition to a Mark Carney government. 
Supriya tells us what she really thinks about Chrystia Freeland's blindside resignation, Pierre Poilievre's fiery attacks, and Karina Gould's exclusion from Carney's first cabinet. 
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1:24:30 | Did you hear about that Larry fella going viral in Wisconsin? Thanks to Real Talker Gerald for passing along this unexpected heartwarming moment - a perfect fit for Positive Reflections presented by Solar by Kuby. 
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"I'm tired of your jokes about Teslas!"

Blahsheep says corruption is everywhere, Paul's pissed he's paying to demo the Coliseum, Jan calls Jespo and Johnny to the carpet over Tesla, and Michael has an NSFW message for our neighbours to the south. It's The Flamethrower presented by the DQs of Northwest Edmonton and Sherwood Park!
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Trump is Screwing American Farmers

Nobody's hurting American farmers more than President Donald Trump. His trade war with Canada is raising prices, and his cuts to USAID are hitting U.S. producers where it hurts. Meantime, farmers and ranchers north of the border are escaping the pain...for now. Everybody knows that could change in an instant. What should Ag producers and Canadian consumers be doing to prepare? 
2:45 | We talk Ag with Dave Solverson, past president of the Canadian Cattlemen's Association, Andre Harpe from Alberta Canola, rancher and Cows in Control founder Ryan Copithorne, and Alberta Chambers of Commerce president and CEO Shauna Feth. 
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1:12:00 | Blahsheep says corruption is everywhere, Paul's pissed he's paying to demo the Coliseum, Jan calls Jespo and Johnny to the carpet over Tesla, and Michael has an NSFW message for our neighbours to the south. It's The Flamethrower presented by the DQs of Northwest Edmonton and Sherwood Park! 
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Sarah Hamilton Wants Out // YEG Wants London

A familiar name will be missing from the ballot the next time Edmontonians elect a city council. 
3:30 | Sarah Hamilton tells us why she decided against seeking re-election, and what she thinks the next council's biggest challenge will be. 
40:30 | You've probably seen the YEG Wants London campaign over the past while. Why is that direct flight such a big deal? We talk to EIA VP James Jackson about the role airports play in regional economic development. 
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1:10:50 | Liquor importers are taking legal action against the Alberta government for "breaking the law by seizing private property". We follow up on the saga we've been discussing through the week, as Donald Trump's trade war keeps American booze off Canadian shelves. 
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