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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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01:09:47

Do We Truly Grasp the Meaning of Remembrance Day?

Real Talk Ryan Jespersen ·

2024/11/08

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 educating the next generation of Canadians. 1:08 | Are you familiar with Project Concordia? The Juno Beach Centre in Normandy, France is looking to create an

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01:15:51

The Truth About The Alberta Advantage

Real Talk Ryan Jespersen ·

2024/11/07

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 Superintendent of Banff National Park (26:20) about that experience, and what "reimagining" the Alberta Advantage really means. But first...3:38 | Ryan and Johnny

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01:50:06

Trump Wins. What now?

Real Talk Ryan Jespersen ·

2024/11/06

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 Trump campaign was so successful, and what the Trump win means for Canada. 15:30 | University of Calgary Political Science professor Dr. Melanee Thomas

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01:31:42

US Election Day with Quick Dick McDick

Real Talk Ryan Jespersen ·

2024/11/05

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 Orlan Peterson, a construction worker shot on the job by violent career criminals. QDM MERCH & COMEDY TOUR DATES:

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01:38:12

Danielle Smith Dodges Trouble; Dominates UCP AGM Vote

Real Talk Ryan Jespersen ·

2024/11/04

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 caucus and criticsc, Naheed Nenshi's NDP and Albertans in general. TELL US WHAT YOU THINK: talk@ryanjespersen.com 26:00 | Remember Collin May? Formerly

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06:35

"Jordan Peterson is a Professional Mental Gymnast!"

Real Talk Ryan Jespersen ·

2024/11/02

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@ryanjespersen.com When you visit the DQs in Palisades, Namao, Newcastle, Westmount, and Baseline Road, tell 'em Real Talk sent you! FOLLOW US ON TIKTOK,

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01:19:11

Is Danielle Smith in Trouble?

Real Talk Ryan Jespersen ·

2024/11/01

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 Oates is just back from Saskatchewan, where she quarterbacked the NDP's election campaign. The co-hosts of The Discourse join us for a lively debate about

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01:20:53

Controversial Trapping Contest Targets Wolves

Real Talk Ryan Jespersen ·

2024/10/31

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 | Kim Odlan, co-founder of Exposed Wildlife Conservancy, tells us why he opposes the Top Wolf Contest, while Real Talkers have their say in our YouTube

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01:20:07

FIRED UP! Pierre Poilievre and Sean Fraser Lock Horns.

Real Talk Ryan Jespersen ·

2024/10/30

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 epiphany about the U.S. election (after that "floating garbage" Puerto Rico joke at Trump's MSG rally), and Jespo has a tough update (and an important

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01:20:10

Premiers Moe and Eby Survive. Higgs Doesn't. Will...

Real Talk Ryan Jespersen ·

2024/10/29

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 down the Saskatchewan election result, a wild week or two in B.C. (9:00), Nova Scotia's early election (15:45), the problem with election truthers (21:15),

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01:18:52

What's the Deal with the UCP's "Jordan Peterson Law"?

Real Talk Ryan Jespersen ·

2024/10/28

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 who express controversial personal views. We lay out the issues (and legislation) likely to define Fall Session at the Alberta Legislature. TELL US WHAT

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07:12

"Time For Trudeau To Go!"

Real Talk Ryan Jespersen ·

2024/10/26

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, Newcastle, Westmount, and Baseline Road, be sure to tell 'em Real Talk sent you! FOLLOW US ON TIKTOK, TWITTER, & INSTAGRAM: @realtalkrj REAL TALK MUGS,

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01:05:37

Trump and Harris Deadlocked Down to the Wire

Real Talk Ryan Jespersen ·

2024/10/25

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 appearance on CNN. Does she take a risk making the comparison? Real Talker Charlie invokes the 2016 "deplorables" incident in an email to the show. Do you

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01:06:41

The Politics of Natural Disasters

Real Talk Ryan Jespersen ·

2024/10/24

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. Plus, we get an up-to-the-minute account of Jasper's recovery, and hear more about that CN story some are saying could devastate the town's economy. MORE:

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01:08:45

Should the Public Pay for New Arenas?

Real Talk Ryan Jespersen ·

2024/10/23

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-the-public-pay-for-calgarys-new-arena/ Knock 50% off a one-year subscription to Alberta Views with the promo code AVRJ! PROJECT CALGARY:

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01:21:59

The CBC's Reputation Problem // Rev. Michael Coren

Real Talk Ryan Jespersen ·

2024/10/22

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 "defund" the CBC, and share their personal and professional experiences. TELL US WHAT YOU THINK: talk@ryanjespersen.com 23:50 | Rev. Michael Coren gives

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01:02:18

B.C.'s Wild Election // Crisis in Lebanon // Man...

Real Talk Ryan Jespersen ·

2024/10/21

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. Humanitarian groups are doing what they can to provide the bare essentials to more than a million people impacted by Israeli airstrikes, but it's not

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05:06

"How Can Canadians Trust This Guy?"

Real Talk Ryan Jespersen ·

2024/10/19

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! FIRE UP YOUR FLAMETHROWER: talk@ryanjespersen.com When you visit the DQs in Palisades, Namao, Newcastle, Westmount, and Baseline Road, make sure you tell

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01:20:34

Police Raids, Foreign Interference, and Fighting for...

Real Talk Ryan Jespersen ·

2024/10/18

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 targeted. DANA'S BUSINESS: https://mushroomdispensary.com/ GET YOUR DRUGS TESTED: https://getyourdrugstested.com/ 7:45 | Our wildly popular Group Chat

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01:28:41

Danielle Smith Fights Ottawa's Emissions Cap

Real Talk Ryan Jespersen ·

2024/10/17

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, and the future of the economy.2:15 | Minister Wilkinson tells us how he really feels about Carbon Capture and Storage (CCS) technology and the Prime

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