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Real Talk Ryan Jespersen

Real Talk about news, politics, and pop culture. Hosted by Ryan Jespersen from Edmonton, Alberta. Live weekday mornings at 8:30am MT. #RealTalkRJ

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01:20:55

Danielle Smith Meets with Donald Trump at Mar-a-Lago

Real Talk Ryan Jespersen ·

2025/01/13

Danielle Smith says Canada needs to be prepared for tariffs threatened by Donald Trump. This, after Alberta's premier met with the President-elect at his Florida estate as a guest of celebrity investor Kevin O'Leary. We explore the smartest ways to respond in this episode of Real Talk. 3:00 | Senator Charles Adler returns to Real Talk to discuss Premier Danielle Smith's meeting with Trump, Canada's live horse exports, and an apology 25 years in the making. 54:30 | How can entrepreneurs best

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06:32

"Message to Trump: Canada Will Never Surrender!"

Real Talk Ryan Jespersen ·

2025/01/11

7th Pilot, Jake, Travis, and David are ALL FIRED UP over Donald Trump's disrespect for Canada. This might be the fieriest edition in Flamethrower history, 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, make sure to tell 'em Real Talk sent you! REGISTER FOR THE REAL TALK POND HOCKEY CLASSIC: https://www.ryanjespersen.com/pond-hockey

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01:05:44

TRUMP & the Future of Canada's Energy Exports

Real Talk Ryan Jespersen ·

2025/01/10

Donald Trump's turning everything upside down, including America's relationship with Canada, and he hasn't even sworn in yet. What do Trump's bluff, bluster, and threats mean for Canada's exports, energy included? Dr. Heather Exner-Pirot and Max Fawcett go toe-to-toe in an edition of the Real Talk Round Table you definitely don't want to miss (19:15). 4:35 | But first...expansion news! In addition to our live stream across seven platforms (YouTube, X, Facebook, LinkedIn, Instagram, TikTok, and

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01:11:27

Could a Liberal-NDP Merger Actually Happen?

Real Talk Ryan Jespersen ·

2025/01/09

Should the federal Liberals and NDP work even more closely together? Does a merger represent the left's best chance at forming the next federal government? Or are the parties too ideologically-opposed for such a relationship to actually work? 3:30 | Mario Canseco, president of Research Co, takes us into polling on Canada joining the U.S., Conservative support following Trudeau's resignation, and a potential merger between the Liberals and the NDP. CHECK OUT MARIO'S WORK:

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01:28:53

Should Canada Join the U.S.?

Real Talk Ryan Jespersen ·

2025/01/08

Donald Trump figures it's time Canada became the 51st state. He's calling the Canada/U.S. border an "artificially-drawn line," says America spends hundreds of billions "protecting Canada," and is threatening "economic force" to make a merger happen. What's the right way for Canada to respond? 5:00 | Jespo and Johnny open the show with their own thoughts on Trump's comments and responses from PM Justin Trudeau and Pierre Poilievre. TELL US WHAT YOU THINK: talk@ryanjespersen.com 18:15 |

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01:38:55

What's Next for Canada?

Real Talk Ryan Jespersen ·

2025/01/07

It's a lousy time for the federal government to flounder. As Donald Trump's inauguration date approaches, the Liberal Party's kicking off a leadership race as opposition leaders call for an election. What does Justin Trudeau's resignation mean for his party, Pierre Poilievre, Jagmeet Singh, and you? 3:35 | Timothy Caulfield gives us his perspective on Justin Trudeau's tenure as Prime Minister, Meta cancelling fact checks on Facebook and Instagram, and his new book The Certainty Illusion. CHECK OUT

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01:29:30

Time's Up: Trudeau Stepping Down as PM

Real Talk Ryan Jespersen ·

2025/01/06

Prime Minister Justin Trudeau is stepping down as Liberal leader, and is proroguing Parliament as the Liberal Party of Canada embarks on the journey to replace him. Trudeau will stay on as prime minister until a new leader is chosen. 3:50 | Former Trudeau advisor Tyler Meredith, former Harper advisor Ken Boessenkool, and former Alberta cabinet minister Shannon Phillips discuss the implications of Trudeau's historic announcement. CHECK OUT MBP: https://mbpolicy.com/ 58:50 | Jespo and Johnny take a

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06:47

"Canada Isn't the 51st Anything!"

Real Talk Ryan Jespersen ·

2024/12/21

Martin in Manitoba's had enough of Trump trolling Canada, Gerald says we owned the Americans last time The Donald was President, Dolly's done with provinces operating as lone wolves, and Menchie - a former security guard - says the industry's a mess. 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, make sure you tell 'em Real Talk

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01:35:29

Mayor Amarjeet Sohi and Premier Danielle Smith

Real Talk Ryan Jespersen ·

2024/12/19

We talk wins and losses, and look to the past, present, and future with Edmonton's Mayor and Alberta's Premier in this power-packed episode of Real Talk. Mike Stelter - Ben's dad - talks to us about his son's remarkable legacy and the first-ever Ben's Cup in support of the Ben Stelter Foundation. We wrap 2024 with one of the fieriest Flamethrowers of the year presented by the DQs of Northwest Edmonton and Sherwood Park. 3:00 | Mayor Amarjeet Sohi talks property tax increases, downtown safety,

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01:41:02

TOP STORIES: Trudeau, Trump, and Foreign Interference

Real Talk Ryan Jespersen ·

2024/12/18

Late December's typically a slow time of year for the news cycle. Not this year! 2024's top stories are playing out in front of us as Christmas break approaches, including Justin Trudeau fighting to keep his party's confidence, and Donald Trump fighting...pretty much everybody. 3:50 | Mo Amir, host of This is VANCOLOUR, talks Trudeau, Trump, foreign interference, byelections, and more. SUPPORT MO'S SHOW: https://www.thisisvancolour.com/ 1:03:05 | Real Talkers chime in via our Live Chat powered by

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01:26:57

Brace Yourself for a Painful Year Ahead

Real Talk Ryan Jespersen ·

2024/12/17

Justin Trudeau's on his way out. Donald Trump's on his way in. Alberta's headed toward deficit territory, and consumers across Canada are looking at higher prices for pretty much everything in 2025. We don't mean to bum you out, but we want you to be prepared. Look no further than this Real Talk Round Table with three of the sharpest knives in the drawer. 3:10 | Economics professor Trevor Tombe, Canadian Chamber of Commerce CEO Candace Laing, and Alberta Chambers of Commerce CEO Shauna Feth give us

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01:34:56

Trudeau's Cabinet Collapsing

Real Talk Ryan Jespersen ·

2024/12/16

Two of Justin Trudeau's highest-profile cabinet ministers have jumped ship. Are we watching this government collapse in real time? 4:40 | (Now-former) Finance Minister Chrystia Freeland is out, as is (now-former) Housing Minister Sean Fraser. Who and what is next? Ryan gets into it. TELL US WHAT YOU THINK: talk@ryanjespersen.com 32:20 | Sprawl Calgary founder/editor Jeremy Klaszus tells us a survival story of sorts, including his first-hand take on government subsidies for media. We dig into the

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05:48

Swiftie Snaps after Real Talk Guest Disses Taylor!

Real Talk Ryan Jespersen ·

2024/12/14

Tammy's got Taylor Swift's back, Lauren's not sold on Mr. Wonderful's $70B Wonder Valley, John says Donald Trump and Danielle Smith better check themselves, and Anne says Poilievre and Trudeau need to grow backbones. 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, be sure to tell 'em Real Talk sent you! FOLLOW US ON TIKTOK, X,

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01:19:52

GROUP CHAT ROUND TABLE: "Don't Call Me A C*nt!"

Real Talk Ryan Jespersen ·

2024/12/13

Sarah Hamilton's tipping point into politics was a behind-the-scenes bully who called her one of the nastiest names going. The Edmonton city councillor tells us the story (6:35) in one of our most candid Real Talk Round Tables in a long time, recognizing three members of the 2024 Edify Top 40 Under 40. 2:16 | Jespo's favourite group chat gets together for its annual holiday Real Talk Round Table. Sarah Hamilton, Harman Kandola, and Jarrett Campbell take on the top stories, including Rachel Notley's

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01:24:26

Rookie Security Guard Murdered by Career Criminal

Real Talk Ryan Jespersen ·

2024/12/12

20-year-old Harshandeep Singh was pushed down a flight of stairs, shot in the back, and killed just three days into a new job as a security guard. The suspect charged by Edmonton Police is a dangerous, repeat offender with a history of violent crimes. Amidst public outrage, people are questioning the role Mr. Singh's employer, the Government of Alberta, and Ottawa played in this tragedy.4:10 | Mike Byrne, founder of Scope Safety & Security, exposes the shortcomings in training and

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01:23:13

Kevin O'Leary's Not-So-Serious $70B Plan for Alberta

Real Talk Ryan Jespersen ·

2024/12/11

Kevin O'Leary - the TV star otherwise known as "Mr. Wonderful" - says he's bringing a $70 billion data centre to northern Alberta. Premier Danielle Smith is over the moon, celebrating what would be the largest real estate investment in the province's history. But critics say there's no chance the Wonder Valley project will ever materialize. 1:55 | Max Fawcett, lead columnist at Canada's National Observer, tells us why he's not sold on Kevin O'Leary's $70B plan. READ MAX'S COLUMN:

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01:14:30

Big Tobacco: Pay Up!

Real Talk Ryan Jespersen ·

2024/12/10

Canada is on the brink of a landmark $32.5B settlement with Big Tobacco, designed to address decades of health care costs and personal damages caused by smoking. Does the settlement go far enough? 2:55 | Rob Cunningham, author of "Smoke and Mirrors: the Canadian Tobacco War" gives us the good, the bad, and the ugly of the proposed $32.5B settlement. 34:10 | Jespo and Johnny take a look at the Real Talk Live Chat powered by Park Power. 43:00 | 20-year-old security guard Harshandeep Singh was

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01:18:54

Real Talk Welcomes Rob Breakenridge

Real Talk Ryan Jespersen ·

2024/12/09

Jespo reunites with longtime talk radio colleague Rob Breakenridge in this episode, just a few weeks after Rob was unceremoniously laid off. 2:05 | The two talk about the future of media in Canada, tackle the country's top political stories, and wrap with thoughts on Syria and the Taylor Swift tour. 1:13:40 | It's an Eras Tour edition of Positive Reflections, presented by Kuby Renewable Energy! SUBMIT YOUR POSITIVE REFLECTION: talk@ryanjespersen.com GET A FREE SOLAR QUOTE TODAY:

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04:38

A WARNING about ChatGPT!

Real Talk Ryan Jespersen ·

2024/12/07

Don't let ChatGPT run your show! Heed this warning from Real Talker Bernard (sort of). It's a ChatGPT-fuelled 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, Newcastle, Westmount, and Baseline Road, be sure to tell 'em Real Talk sent you! FOLLOW US ON TIKTOK, INSTAGRAM, and X: @realtalkrj JOIN US ON FACEBOOK & LINKEDIN: @ryanjespersen REAL TALK MERCH:

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01:23:44

Who's Going to Heal Healthcare (and How)?

Real Talk Ryan Jespersen ·

2024/12/05

Why are Canadians forced to wait more than a year for a hip replacement? Why does it take 18 months to get an MRI? How is it possible that 6.5M Canadians can't even find a family doctor? The provinces point the finger at Ottawa, while the feds point out provincial jurisdiction. At the end of the day, who's going to heal Canada's healthcare crisis? 3:40 | Federal Minister of Health Mark Holland joins us in studio ahead of a meeting with his Alberta counterpart. 29:50 | Alberta Minister of Health

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