أفضل بودكاسات Jesper (2024)

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Oilers Fan Sounds Off: "Where's the Fire?!" 4:04

1d ago4:04

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Rob in Leduc is sick of oil spills. JC in Edmonton predicts "carnage" next provincial election prompted by insurance reforms. Brandt thinks it's time for a certain Liberal cabinet minister to resign. And Brinley's all fired up over the under-achieving Edmonton Oilers. It's The Flamethrower presented by the DQs of Northwest Edmonton and Sherwood Par…

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This Financial Advice Could Change Your Life! 1:13:18

2d ago1:13:18

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What's your biggest money mistake? For some, it's drowning in credit card debt. For others, it may be waiting until later in life to start investing. It's Financial Literacy Month, and we've got you covered in with rock solid tips for Real Talkers of all ages. 2:00 | Bestselling author Robin Taub and JA Northern Alberta CEO Cheryll Watson share the…

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Is Tim Cartmell the Next Mayor of Edmonton? 1:17:52

3d ago1:17:52

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Tim Cartmell wants to be Mayor of Edmonton. The two-term city councillor (and former engineer) says Council has lost its way and spending is out of control. Is he the right guy to fix it? 2:15 | Councillor Cartmell announces his mayoral campaign in the Real Talk studio, and lays out his vision for Alberta's capital city. LEARN MORE: https://www.tim…

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The True Cost of Alberta's Auto Insurance Overhaul 1:17:39

4d ago1:17:39

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Has your car insurance skyrocketed over the past few years? Albertans are already paying among the highest rates in the country, and it's about to get even more expensive. Sources say Danielle Smith's UCP government is about to let auto insurers raise rates well beyond the 3.7% cap it imposed earlier this year. Politicians will promise rates will e…

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Up, Up, and Away: This Is A Game Changer! 1:14:49

5d ago1:14:49

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REAL TALK EXPANSION NEWS: our live stream is now available on SEVEN different platforms! As of this episode, you can catch us LIVE on YouTube, X, Instagram, TikTok, Facebook, LinkedIn, and Mixlr weekdays at 8:30am MT. And, of course, you can find us wherever you get your podcasts, including Apple Podcasts and Spotify. 3:40 | Even cooler: our Real T…

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Were We Swindled by Mike Tyson and Jake Paul? 1:21:11

6d ago1:21:11

1:21:11

More than 60 million people streamed (or tried to stream) Mike Tyson and Jake Paul's fight over the weekend. Widely panned as a pathetic spectacle, a few things are for sure: even Mike Tyson can't stop Father Time, Jake Paul still draws huge crowds, and streaming platforms are disrupting absolutely every traditional model. 2:00 | Jespo and Johnny r…

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"Politicians Need More Common Sense!" 6:32

8d ago6:32

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"Tranquil Vibration," Travis, and Keith have hot takes on the U.S. election, Michael's fired up about the RCAF, and Dwayne says Danielle Smith doesn't deserve that 91.5% on her leadership review. It's The Flamethrower presented by the DQs of Northwest Edmonton and Sherwood Park! FIRE UP YOUR FLAMETHROWER: talk@ryanjespersen.com When you visit the D…

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Bold Moves: The $427M Plan to Fix Downtown Edmonton 1:30:31

9d ago1:30:31

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Let's be Real: many people don't feel safe in downtown Edmonton. Investment is stalled out, vacancy rates are unsustainable, and social issues dominate the narrative. Is downtown Edmonton dead, or is a revival on the horizon? 3:05 | Alex Hryciw, Heather Thomson, and Tim Shipton dig into the past, present, and potential future of Edmonton's downtown…

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Is Canada in Trouble Under Trump? 1:22:30

10d ago1:22:30

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Former Invest Alberta CEO David Knight Legg says Canada's trade situation is a "disaster," and the federal government is ill-equipped to work effectively with U.S. President-Elect Donald Trump. 3:45 | DKL tells us where the Trump campaign got it right, the Harris campaign got it wrong, and what Trump's return to the White House means for Canada. 36…

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Could Stephen Harper Steer an Alberta Pension Plan? 1:05:22

11d ago1:05:22

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The rumour mill has former Prime Minister Stephen Harper taking over as the next chair of the Alberta Investment Management Corporation (AIMCo). What does this say about Danielle Smith's goal of an Alberta Pension Plan, and what might it mean for your retirement income? 2:45 | Veteran political columnist Graham Thomson digs into the AIMCo story, in…

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Doc Talk: Is It Even Possible To Heal Healthcare? 1:17:57

12d ago1:17:57

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More than six million Canadians don't have a family doctor. Millions more are waitlisted to see specialists and surgeons. We've never spent so much on healthcare as a nation, yet access to care has never been worse. How do we begin to heal healthcare? 2:45 | Drs. Shazma Mithani and Sheila Wijayasinghe, hosts of The Doc Talk podcast, tell us how the…

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99-year-old D-Day Veteran Marty Jones 26:38

13d ago26:38

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At just 19 years old, Marty Jones stared down Nazi artillery the morning of June 6, 1944 as a gunner aboard the HMCS Prince Henry, one of the ships that led the assault at Juno Beach. Eighty years later, he tells us why he enlisted at 16, and how he navigated life after WWII. EMAIL THE SHOW: talk@ryanjespersen.com SUPPORT THE JUNO BEACH CENTRE'S PR…

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Red Hot Takes on Trump's Big Win 6:13

15d ago6:13

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It's an all-Presidential Election version of The Flamethrower, as Real Talkers share their hottest takes on Trump's return to the White House. The Flamethrower is presented weekly on Real Talk by the DQs of Northwest Edmonton and Sherwood Park. FIRE UP YOUR FLAMETHROWER: talk@ryanjespersen.com When you visit the DQs in Palisades, Namao, Newcastle, …

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Do We Truly Grasp the Meaning of Remembrance Day? 1:09:47

16d ago1:09:47

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Ten years from now, when nearly every WWII veteran is gone, who will tell their stories? Does the average Canadian understand the sacrifices of those who fought in the First World War? Or Afghanistan, for that matter? In this special edition of the Real Talk Round Table, we explore the true meaning of Remembrance Day, and the importance of educatin…

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The Truth About The Alberta Advantage 1:15:51

17d ago1:15:51

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Kevin Van Tighem was portrayed by his political opponents as an "enemy" of Alberta when he ran to become an MLA in 2023. Now-Minister Jason Nixon pulled quotes from his book "Wild Roses Are Worth It: Reimagining the Alberta Advantage," and accused him of portraying Albertans as angry rednecks and resource exploiters. We talk to the former Superinte…

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Trump Wins. What now? 1:50:06

18d ago1:50:06

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So much for "too close to call". Donald Trump soundly defeats Kamala Harris, and will serve as the 47th President of the United States. What does the election result say about America today? What does it mean for Canada and the rest of the world? 2:38 | Mount Royal University Political Science professor Dr. Duane Bratt tells us why he thinks the Tr…

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US Election Day with Quick Dick McDick 1:31:42

19d ago1:31:42

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Feeling US Election anxiety? We recommend this candid, entertaining, insightful episode of Real Talk with one of Canada's most-watched YouTube commentators, Quick Dick McDick. 9:55 | @QuickDickMcDick talks tariffs and other US election impacts on Canadian producers. We get his take on Scott Moe's future as Premier of Saskatchewan, and the story of …

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Danielle Smith Dodges Trouble; Dominates UCP AGM Vote 1:38:12

20d ago1:38:12

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Danielle Smith's leadership review went so well at the UCP AGM, some of her loudest critics are invoking Russia and North Korea in their social media posts. After all, where else do leaders score higher than 90%? 3:40 | Ryan and Johnny discuss Smith's 91.5% approval rating from party members in Red Deer, and muse about what it means for Smith's cau…

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"Jordan Peterson is a Professional Mental Gymnast!" 6:35

23d ago6:35

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Brendon and David have zero tolerance for Danielle Smith's "Jordan Peterson Law," Brent is sick and tired of "lazy Canadians and liberal media," and TheSco says Real Talk's pushing misinformation on Trump. Everybody's all fired up for The Flamethrower presented by the DQs of Northwest Edmonton and Sherwood Park! FIRE UP YOUR FLAMETHROWER: talk@ryan…

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Is Danielle Smith in Trouble? 1:19:11

23d ago1:19:11

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Conservative premiers may not lose many elections in Alberta, but more than a few have "met their maker" at party AGMs. Amid coordinated attacks from progressives and the right wing, will Danielle Smith emerge unscathed from the UCP's big bash in Red Deer? 2:00 | Erika Barootes joins us in studio before hitting the highway for the UCP AGM. Cheryl O…

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Controversial Trapping Contest Targets Wolves 1:20:53

24d ago1:20:53

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How do you feel about trapping? Have you thought about it much at all? There's a long history of trapping across the country, including Indigenous traditions and traders. An apex predator conservation group is trying to stop a trapping contest targeting wolves in Alberta. We wrestle with a few important questions in this episode of Real Talk. 4:30 …

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FIRED UP! Pierre Poilievre and Sean Fraser Lock Horns 1:20:07

25d ago1:20:07

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The leader of Canada's Conservatives and the Liberal Housing Minister were at each other's throats in the House of Commons. Could it be a preview of party leader quarrels to come? In this episode, we dig into the Poilievre/Fraser slugfest, analyze growing dissent among Trudeau's team, and determine what it means for you. Plus, Johnny's had an epiph…

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Premiers Moe and Eby Survive. Higgs Doesn't. Will Danielle Smith? 1:20:10

26d ago1:20:10

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Scott Moe loses...but wins in Saskatchewan. Same with David Eby in BC. Blaine Higgs loses in New Brunswick, period. What's in store for Danielle Smith in Alberta and Tim Houston in Nova Scotia? We zero in on the top political stories in Canada on this episode of Real Talk. 3:15 | Max Fawcett, lead columnist at Canada's National Observer, breaks dow…

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What's the Deal with the UCP's "Jordan Peterson Law"? 1:18:52

27d ago1:18:52

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It may not be among the Top 100 Most Important Issues Facing Albertans, but the UCP's so-called "Jordan Peterson Law" will steal more than its fair share of attention and analysis this fall, both in Alberta and across the country. 2:45 | Ryan takes a look at the implications of Premier Danielle Smith's pledge to protect the rights of professionals …

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"Time For Trudeau To Go!" 7:12

30d ago7:12

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Real Talkers Colin, KP, and Michelle chime in on our Calgary arena debate, Tom says his MP is trying to cut his family's income, and Ron says Trudeau's time is up. It's The Flamethrower presented by the DQs of Northwest Edmonton and Sherwood Park! FIRE UP YOUR FLAMETHROWER: talk@ryanjespersen.com When you visit the DQs in Palisades, Namao, Newcastl…

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Trump and Harris Deadlocked Down to the Wire 1:05:37

1M ago1:05:37

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With less than two weeks to go 'til November 5, a New York Times poll has Donald Trump and Kamala Harris dead even. Who stands a better chance of a late surge? Which numbers actually matter? What does the outcome mean for Canada? We get into it in this episode of Real Talk. 3:40 | Hillary Clinton compares a Trump rally to a Nazi rally during an app…

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The Politics of Natural Disasters 1:06:41

1M ago1:06:41

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Jasper-based journalist Bob Covey fired up his Flamethrower after our October 16 episode with retired foresters Ken Hodges and Emil Begin. We figured an on-camera interview would be more enlightening than an email (no offence to your email, Bob), so here it is. 4:50 | Bob Covey tells us why he was pissed off after watching our October 16 episode. P…

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Should the Public Pay for New Arenas? 1:08:45

1M ago1:08:45

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Should public dollars go toward new arena districts that'll benefit billionaires? 2:35 | Calgary Chamber of Commerce president and CEO Deborah Yedlin and Project Calgary volunteer Peter Oliver debate public funding for Calgary's new arena (and what we can learn from the Edmonton deal). ALBERTA VIEWS DIALOGUE FEATURE: https://albertaviews.ca/should-…

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The CBC's Reputation Problem // Rev. Michael Coren 1:21:59

1M ago1:21:59

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Are the CBC's days numbered? Its outgoing CEO is arguing with MPs over millions of dollars in bonuses paid to more than a thousand staff, while its incoming CEO will be tasked with retaining (or restoring) public trust an in institution under attack by federal Conservative leader Pierre Poilievre. 2:10 | Jespo and Johnny dig into the argument to "d…

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B.C.'s Wild Election // Crisis in Lebanon // Man Builds Bear Door 1:02:18

1M ago1:02:18

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id David Eby's NDP win and lose the B.C. election at the same time? You could make the argument, with an outcome as tight as it gets. What does such a narrow margin say about the state of that province, and federal politics for that matter? Meantime, the crisis in Lebanon is so bad that Syrian refugees who fled there are actually returning home. Hu…

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"How Can Canadians Trust This Guy?" 5:06

1M ago5:06

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Daintre insists Pierre Poilievre gets his security clearance, Garth calls Justin Trudeau derelict in duty, Rod wants Danielle Smith to quit wasting his money, and Bob's got words for the loggers we talked to about the Jasper wildfire. Real Talkers are all fired up for The Flamethrower presented by the DQs of Northwest Edmonton and Sherwood Park! FI…

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Police Raids, Foreign Interference, and Fighting for Rights 1:20:34

1M ago1:20:34

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We tackle Canada's top news stories in this supercharged episode of Real Talk. Bryan Baeumler tells us about his brand new TV show, but not before Dana Larsen and our Group Chat Round Table sound off on what's leading the headlines. 2:00 | Dana Larsen tells us about the police raid on his Vancouver mushroom dispensary, and why he thinks he's being …

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Danielle Smith Fights Ottawa's Emissions Cap 1:28:41

1M ago1:28:41

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Danielle Smith says if Justin Trudeau's so confident in his energy policy, he should call an election. Alberta's Premier dared the Prime Minister to do exactly that just hours before our interview with federal Energy Minister Jonathan Wilkinson. We get into the next chapter of Alberta's longstanding feud with Ottawa over emissions caps, renewables,…

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Could the Next Big Wildfire Hit Banff? 1:22:10

1M ago1:22:10

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What have we learned from the Jasper wildfire, and the devastating fires before that? Could Banff, Lake Louise, or Whistler burn next? 3:15 | Retired foresters Ken Hodges and Emile Begin wrote letters to the federal government in late 2017 warning of a devastating fire in Jasper National Park. We talk to them on the heels of Ken's testimony before …

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Why Drinking Less May Work Better Than Not At All 1:29:05

1M ago1:29:05

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Is "Sober October" a non-starter for you or someone you love? Are you thinking about cutting back on drinking, but not cutting it out entirely? Mike Pond is a harm reduction psychotherapist who was living on the streets 15 years ago. He and his partner, award-winning journalist Maureen Palmer, say quitting cold turkey and living sober isn't for eve…

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"I Really Dislike Trudeau...But Poilievre is SMARMY!" 4:02

1M ago4:02

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Ronnie's not a fan of Justin Trudeau OR Pierre Poilievre, Wendy wants less talk about war, Andrew's not a fan of how we handled the October 7th anniversary, and Coreen's all fired up over ignorant comments about educators. It's The Flamethrower presented by the DQs of Northwest Edmonton and Sherwood Park! FIRE UP YOUR FLAMETHROWER: talk@ryanjespers…

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How Former NHL'er Jordin Tootoo Saved His Life 1:07:41

1M ago1:07:41

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He's one of the most feared hitters in hockey history. Jordin Tootoo - or "The Tootoo Train" - endeared himself to fans around the world through his fearless play. But the first Inuk player in NHL history battled demons born from childhood trauma to the point of nearly losing his life. Tootoo talks to us about his brother's suicide, his battles wit…

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Ready for Launch: Secrets to a Successful Startup 1:02:13

1M ago1:02:13

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About 90% of startups fail. What's the secret for those that don't? We talk to the leaders behind three success stories in this special episode of Real Talk presented by Edmonton Unlimited. 2:40 | Areto Labs founder Kasey Machin, vrCAVE founder Dr. Nathaniel Rossol, and Drivewyze VP Doug Johnson tell us about taking an idea to startup phase, the ar…

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Harper's Comms Boss Warns Pierre Poilievre 1:25:27

2M ago1:25:27

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Nothing's guaranteed, but it sure looks like Pierre Poilievre is Canada's next Prime Minister. In this episode of Real Talk, Stephen Harper's former comms boss tells us why Poilievre better pay attention to what's happening in the UK right now if he wants to last longer than a single term (or less) as PM. 4:00 | Andrew MacDougall served as Prime Mi…

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The Preschool to Prison Pipeline 1:02:02

2M ago1:02:02

1:02:02

Tiffany Hansen's four year old daughter has already been expelled from SEVEN different childcare centres. Her family is far from alone. There's an epidemic of early childhood expulsion across North America, and that's just the tip of the iceberg. Young learners requiring special supports are falling through the cracks from kindergarten all the way …

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One Year Later: Israeli and Palestinian Perspectives 1:05:31

2M ago1:05:31

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It's been a year since Hamas fighters attacked civilian targets in Israel, killing more than 1,400 people and kidnapping 200+ more. Israel's large-scale military response has killed at least 41,870 Palestinians including 16,756 children. The conflict has spread regionally, with Hezbollah engaging Israeli forces along its northern border with Lebano…

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Crazy About Chemtrails! 5:00

2M ago5:00

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Harry and Russ chime in on Danielle Smith's chemtrails comments, and Michael calls Alberta's Energy Regulator to the carpet. It's The Flamethrower presented by the DQs of Northwest Edmonton and Sherwood Park! FIRE UP YOUR FLAMETHROWER: talk@ryanjespersen.com When you visit the DQs in Palisades, Namao, Newcastle, Westmount, and Baseline Road, let 'e…

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Time For Conservatives To Lead on Climate Policy 1:15:43

2M ago1:15:43

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Pierre Poilievre says he'll "axe" the carbon tax...but then what? Canadians are waiting for details on how the Conservative leader will approach the climate file if he's elected Prime Minister. In this episode, we speak with two Conservative policy wonks (a compliment, not an insult) who say it's time for Poilievre and premiers like Danielle Smith …

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Behind the Scenes at Canadian Finals Rodeo 1:10:49

2M ago1:10:49

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The nation's best rodeo competitors are in Edmonton for the 50th edition of Canadian Finals Rodeo. In this special episode, we hang out with three of the highest achievers in Western sports - on horseback, in front of the bulls, and behind the mic. 2:00 | CFR defending barrel racing champion Lynette Brodoway, bullfighter Brett Monea, and 13-time Ca…

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The Unsolved Murder of Amber Tuccaro 1:17:00

2M ago1:17:00

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A young mom accepts a ride into the city from a stranger, and is never seen again. Two years later, her body is discovered south of Edmonton. Seven years after that, the RCMP apologizes for bungling the investigation. To this day, there's been no arrest, no charges, and no peace for her family. 3:00 | Investigative journalist Jana Pruden takes us i…

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"Underfund Education = Underfund Our Future!" 4:05

2M ago4:05

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Brent's heard enough from the teachers, and Lynette sounds the alarm on underfunding education. Stick around for Jespo's rant after a night at the theatre in this edition of The Flamethrower presented by the DQs of Northwest Edmonton and Sherwood Park! FIRE UP YOUR FLAMETHROWER: talk@ryanjespersen.com When you visit the DQs in Palisades, Namao, New…

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Truth, Reconciliation, Tradition, and Technology 1:15:11

2M ago1:15:11

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Ahead of the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation, we connect with two people blending Indigenous and Western knowledge to make a big difference in their communities. Later in the episode, we hear from a Real Talk subscriber in grade 12 re: Jason Schilling's "education in crisis" comments on our September 26 episode. 1:50 | Linea Xaysana and T…

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Crisis in Alberta Classrooms // B.C.'s Bizarre Election 1:38:07

2M ago1:38:07

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Alberta's set to spend nearly $9 billion on new schools, but teachers say it won't fix a system in crisis. Meantime, voters in B.C. are deadlocked leading up to one of the most bizarre elections the province has ever seen. We try to make sense of it all in this episode of Real Talk. 2:35 | Alberta Teachers' Association president Jason Schilling exp…

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Jagmeet Singh Accused of Stealing! 5:23

2M ago5:23

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G-Money says Jagmeet Singh stole a page right outta the WWE playbook. RMC has a message for the "American right wing wannabes" in Ottawa. First Class Teacher calls Premier Danielle Smith to the carpet. Jackson's furious about vandalism on September 11 at a firefighter memorial. It's The Flamethrower presented by the DQs of Northwest Edmonton and Sh…

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Trump v. Harris // Jagmeet Snaps // BC Election 1:13:06

2M ago1:13:06

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Not everybody nerds out on politics as much as we do. This episode is for those folks (and the nerds like us). We talk "real life" angles on the US presidential election, Jagmeet Singh confronting a heckler, Justin Trudeau's Liberal leadership journey, and the chopping waters around the B.C. election. 2:30 | Beyond A Ballot hosts Amanda Alvaro and …

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