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The Grey Cup deadline on a memorandum of understanding between the prime minister and the premier is about to come and go, but it's not necessarily a disaster, as Danielle Smith works to secure a "new, grand bargain" for Alberta.This week on West of Centre, host Kathleen Petty is joined by Mount Royal University political scientist Duane Bratt; Alberta-based politics reporter for the Toronto Star, Alex Boyd; and the CBC's own writer and producer Jason Markusoff.Are there finally signs of life from the Alberta NDP? After months of virtual silence, the panel breaks down a new ad from the Opposition many felt was missing in action.The premier will be held to account for the United Conservatives' member policy declarations at the party's upcoming AGM, but in her bid to keep her base happy, one panellist asserts she may have created a poison pill for herself.And a little bit of trivia about why you keep hearing the word “tranche” when it comes to the running list of nation-building major projects announced by the federal government. (Hint: it has to do with the background of a certain former central banker.) Host: Kathleen Petty | Producer and editor: Diane Yanko | Guests: Alex Boyd, Duane Bratt, Jason Markusoff

Many Albertans expected more of a splash from Naheed Nenshi. The leader of Alberta's Official Opposition NDP - formerly the mayor of Calgary - hasn't secured as much of the spotlight as some expected. Look no further than the very first comments in our Real Talk Live Chat the minute this episode started streaming. That's exactly where we begin our conversation with Nenshi (12:15) in our feature interview presented by Mercedes-Benz Edmonton West.  THIS EPISODE IS PRESENTED BY HANSEN DISTILLERY. Pick up a bottle of their limited-edition Whisky Rose in support of the YWCA's Rose Campaign. Purchase in person at the distillery -- 17412 111 Avenue in Edmonton.  HANSEN DISTILLERY: https://hansendistillery.com/ ROSE CAMPAIGN: https://ywcaofedmonton.org/events/rose-campaign/ MBEW: https://www.mercedes-benz-edmontonwest.ca/ 9:00 | Why is the Alberta NDP releasing a campaign video right now? Real Talkers see it here first as we tee up our conversation with Opposition leader Naheed Nenshi. 12:15 | Nenshi talks minimum wage, pipelines, municipalities' relationship with the province, recall legislation, and classroom complexities.  TELL US WHAT YOU THINK: talk@ryanjespersen.com  41:40 | Did you know an Alberta scientist deserves credit for saving literally millions of lives over the past hundred years? Real Talker "Dr. D" shares the story of Dr. James Collip in this edition of Alberta Wins presented by Play Alberta. SCORE A $50 CASINO BONUS WHEN YOU DEPOSIT MINIMUM $50 WITH CODE RYAN50 ON THE PLAY ALBERTA APP OR WEBSITE: https://playalberta.ca/ Must be 18+ to play. If you gamble, please use your GameSense.  45:00 | Jespo and Johnny debrief on the Nenshi interview, including Real Talkers' takes on minimum wage.  48:15 | We heard a lot about "classroom complexities" through the Alberta teachers' strike. What's the right way to invest in and manage complex classrooms? Public School Boards' Association of Alberta president Dennis MacNeil and Kids Included CEO Amber Mack lay it out in a Real Talk Round Table discussion.  PSBAA: https://public-schools.ab.ca/ KIDS INCLUDED: https://www.kidsincluded.ca/ 1:26:45 | Real Talkers share their firsthand experiences with complex classrooms, and we discuss Canada's military recruitment woes based on comments in our Live Chat powered by Park Power.  SAVE on INTERNET, ELECTRICITY, and NATURAL GAS: https://parkpower.ca/realtalk/ 1:45:00 | What about a MAXIMUM wage in Canada? Let us know what you think - leave a comment below!  FOLLOW US ON TIKTOK, X, INSTAGRAM, and LINKEDIN: @realtalkrj & @ryanjespersen  JOIN US ON FACEBOOK: @ryanjespersen  REAL TALK MERCH: https://ryanjespersen.com/merch RECEIVE EXCLUSIVE PERKS - BECOME A REAL TALK PATRON: patreon.com/ryanjespersen THANK YOU FOR SUPPORTING OUR SPONSORS! https://ryanjespersen.com/sponsors The views and opinions expressed in this show are those of the host and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Relay Communications Group Inc. or any affiliates.

Prime Minister Mark Carney's first budget dropped this week, but it has been buried in the news by MP exits and mounting pressure from Albertans using the UCP's own legislation to seek accountability.This week on West of Centre, host Kathleen Petty is joined by longtime policy advisor Ken Boessenkool, who worked with former Prime Minister Stephen Harper; Zain Velji, one third of The Strategists podcast who has worked on campaigns for the Alberta NDP; and Globe and Mail energy reporter Emma Graney.Listen as the panel explores how the biggest economic announcement of the year has been overshadowed by an internal crisis for the federal Conservative party and why “democratic reform is for losers." You'll also hear more sports analogies to describe current events than you thought possible, and learn about... Mr. Muffins?!Host: Kathleen Petty | Producer & editor: Diane Yanko | Guests: Emma Graney, Ken Boessenkool, Zain Velji

Alberta's UCP government used the biggest hammer in its toolbox this week to force teachers back to work.The provincial government invoked the notwithstanding clause, arguing families needed certainty. The move has certainly raised the ire of many Albertans, along with the wider labour movement, which has promised consequences. Already, the education minister is the target of the first recall petition approved under Alberta's Recall Act.This week on West of Centre, host Kathleen Petty is joined by Colin Aitchison, press secretary to the education minister in Jason Kenney's UCP government; former Alberta NDP cabinet minister Shannon Phillips; and University of Alberta political scientist Jared Wesley.Together, they scratch their heads at how a grassroots effort to affirm Alberta's place in Canada with the "Forever Canadian" petition outgrew every expectation. When combined with the teachers' movement, the panel sees it as a shock to the political system in Alberta.Host: Kathleen Petty | Producer & editor: Diane Yanko | Guests: Colin Aitchison, Shannon Phillips, Jared Wesley

Pete Hoekstra, the U.S. Ambassador to Canada, says the odds of a tariff-relief deal by the end of 2025 are unlikely after talks broke down last week. On today's show: Vassy's interview with Federal Jobs Minister Patty Hajdu. Shamira Madhany, the Managing Director of World Education Services, explains how the feds are falling short in recognizing the credentials of Canada's foreign-trained workers. Tech Check with Carmi Levy - The U.S. TikTok deal could be signed by Thursday. The Daily Debrief Panel - featuring Laryssa Waler, Nojoud Al Mallees, and Sharan Kaur. Vassy speaks with Alberta NDP leader Naheed Nenshi about the Danielle Smith government's move to table back-to-work legislation, as the weeks-old Alberta teachers strike continues. Meteorologist Chris Vagasky has the latest on Hurricane Melissa, which is expected to make landfall in Jamaica.

The federal NDP leadership race is on, and with the recently-harrowed federal party's strongest remaining power base right here in Alberta this may be a very Alberta-focused campaign. Former Alberta environment minister Shannon Phillips joins us on the pod to talk about the lore you'll need to understand this race—the lingering resentment over candidate Avi Lewis's attempt to introduce the LEAP manifesto at the 2019 Alberta NDP convention.

It's been about a month since the NDP leadership race began and two main contenders have emerged: longtime climate activist and former broadcaster Avi Lewis, and NDP MP for Edmonton-Strathcona, Heather McPherson, one of the most prominent New Democrat voices in Western Canada.The NDP suffered a crushing defeat last election. The party went from 24 MPs to only seven, losing official party status. The next leader is faced with a monumental challenge to rebuild.Today, we've got two people with different visions of what that looks like.Martin Lukacs is the managing editor of the independent progressive media outlet The Breach. He's also the author of ‘The Poilievre Project'.Cheryl Oates is a political consultant, who worked for former Alberta NDP premier Rachel Notley. She's also worked on NDP campaigns across Western Canada, and teaches at McGill's Max Bell School of Public Policy.They join host Jayme Poisson for a spirited debate about the future of the NDP.For transcripts of Front Burner, please visit: https://www.cbc.ca/radio/frontburner/transcripts

Conservative leader Pierre Poilievre is anticipated to win today's byelection in Alberta's Battle River–Crowfoot, one of the safest Conservative seats in the country. But with more than 200 independent candidates on the ballot and separatist sentiment simmering in the province, analysts say the campaign offers clues on what to expect when Parliament returns this fall. We hear from former Conservative cabinet minister Monte Solberg and former Alberta NDP cabinet minister Shannon Phillips.

Step right up to The World Famous Annalise and Carter Show, the three-ring political circus you didn't know you needed. In the municipal ring, Stephen Carter spins three slates in the air, keeping each campaign teetering but never tumbling. Over in the federal ring, Canada's trade spat with Trump transforms into a roaring grassroots rally. And in the provincial ring, Carter unleashes a fiery high-wire takedown of the Alberta NDP's fumbles - all while Annalise, the unflappable ringmaster, keeps the whole spectacular from collapsing into chaos.Join our Patreon for ad-free episodes, bonus episodes, and access to our exclusive Discord.https://www.patreon.com/c/strategistspodYou can also watch this episode on YouTube.https://www.youtube.com/@strategistspod Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

US President Donald Trump uses profanity while saying both Israel and Iran have violated ceasefire. Prime Minister Mark Carney confirms Canadian soldiers were stationed at the US base in Qatar targeted by Iran yesterday. Palestinian hospitals say Israeli forces kill 25 people by opening fire on a crowd waiting for aid. NATO leaders' summit appears more focused on spending than war in Ukraine. Environmental effects of a catastrophic failure at the Eagle Gold Mine in Yukon are still being felt downstream. Statistics Canada says the annual pace of inflation held steady at 1.7% in May. Alberta NDP leader Naheed Nenshi wins a Legislature seat in one of three provincial byelections.

Iran and Israel "don't know what the f*ck they're doing," says (an agitated) U.S. President Donald Trump, after the two nations violated what POTUS clearly believed to be a negotiated ceasefire. In this episode, political scientist Dr. Duane Bratt explains why the U.S. is stepping in (3:15), gauges the actual threat of Iranian nukes, and touches on economic implications for Canada. 24:30 | The Alberta NDP holds two ridings in Edmonton, the UCP holds a riding in central Alberta, and Naheed Nenshi finds his way into the Legislature. Duane gives us the takeaways from recent by-election results.  THOUGHTS? talk@ryanjespersen.com  36:30 | Turns out you don't have to be worth a billion dollars to own downtown real estate. Former Edmonton mayor Don Iveson, engineer Tegan Martin-Drysdale, and entrepreneur Kyla Kazeil tell us how they intend to reinvent downtown revitalization with Homestead Investment Co-operative.  LEARN MORE: https://homesteadcowork.ca/ JUNE 25 OPEN HOUSE DETAILS: https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/invest-in-downtown-edmontons-future-hic-open-house-networking-event-tickets-1424658555089 1:29:15 | Jespo and Johnny debrief.  1:38:20 | Congratulations to Real Talker Justin and his growing family! Our faces hurt from smiling at this perfect Positive Reflection presented by Solar by Kuby.  SUBMIT YOUR POSITIVE REFLECTION: talk@ryanjespersen.com  GET A FREE SOLAR QUOTE: https://kuby.ca/ FOLLOW US ON TIKTOK, X, INSTAGRAM, and LINKEDIN: @realtalkrj & @ryanjespersen  JOIN US ON FACEBOOK: @ryanjespersen  REAL TALK MERCH: https://ryanjespersen.com/merch RECEIVE EXCLUSIVE PERKS - BECOME A REAL TALK PATRON: patreon.com/ryanjespersen THANK YOU FOR SUPPORTING OUR SPONSORS! https://ryanjespersen.com/sponsors The views and opinions expressed in this show are those of the host and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Relay Communications Group Inc. or any affiliates.

In this special edition of The Alberta Roundup, Isaac Lamoureux sits down for a one-on-one interview with UCP candidate Darby Crouch. She says the Conservatives are stronger than ever in Edmonton-Strathcona. Crouch opens up about her political roots, the mentorship of Premier Danielle Smith, and why she thinks Nenshi's Calgary record and past comments about Edmonton could cost him the Alberta NDP's safest seat. She also shares what voters are telling her at the doors, the issue that's resonating most with locals, and why she believes the NDP is taking the riding for granted. All that and more on this week's episode of The Alberta Roundup with Isaac Lamoureux. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In the latest episode of On The Line, Jen Gerson is joined by Dave Cournoyer — Alberta politics watcher, writer at daveberta.ca, and longtime chronicler of this province's wilder turns — for a conversation that cuts through the noise and gets to the big question: what is actually going on in Alberta right now?This episode is brought to you by the Metis Nation of Ontario. It's the Abitibi River, Northern Ontario, 1854. They called it “the Long Portage.”From the banks of the Abitibi River, Métis voyageurs hauled heavy freight canoes and Hudson's Bay Company trade goods across miles of forest and muskeg. Their hard work linked Fort Albany and Moose Factory along the James Bay coast with Lake Timiskaming. And, from there, the entire northwest.As the HBC moved inland from Moose Factory to open and work at posts to the south and west, the Métis “Factory Boys” and their families cut the trail, built the storehouse, and ran the trade. They were guides, interpreters, diplomats, and entrepreneurs.And they endured. The Métis remained in northern Ontario and in the story of how this country was built. Because Canada is not Canada without the Métis. Today, Métis rights are a settled fact of law in Ontario.This Indigenous Peoples Month, visit OntarioMétisFacts.com to learn more.The conversation opens with a serious look at the growing undercurrent of separatist sentiment inside the United Conservative Party. They unpack the emotional pull of independence, the logistical realities of separation, and why this movement — once fringe — is now creeping toward the mainstream. They also explore the federal government's role in fuelling some of this rage, and how Alberta's energy economy keeps acting as both asset and anchor.And then, the inevitable question that must be asked in any progressive conversation in this province: where the hell is Naheed Nenshi? Jen presses Dave on why the Alberta NDP is missing in action while the UCP is rolling out wildly controversial ideas. The moment is ripe. The opportunity is obvious. And yet... nothing.As always, like and subscribe at ReadTheLine.ca. You can also follow us on your favourite podcast app so you never miss an episode. Share it with a friend, post about it online, or shout it across the parking lot outside the nearest community centre in Calgary. We'll take it.And don't forget: On The Line drops Tuesday mornings on audio, with the video version rolling out Tuesday evening on YouTube and across our social channels. Prefer to watch? Stay tuned tonight — and follow us to catch the drop.Thanks for listening. We'll see you next week.

Edmonton MP Heather McPherson says the federal NDP must reconnect with its working-class roots as it looks to rebuild after a historic election loss. In an interview with CBC host Rob Brown on West of Centre Short, McPherson acknowledged the sting of losing all but seven seats — five of them west of Ontario — but said the party can rebuild from its western strongholds. She pointed to Edmonton Strathcona's long-standing legacy of NDP leadership, both federally and provincially, as a foundation for growth.McPherson called for a pragmatic approach to energy and climate policy, stressing the need to reduce emissions while protecting jobs. While she didn't rule out supporting future infrastructure such as an east-west pipeline, she said any such project would require consultation with Indigenous communities and other provinces.The conversation also touched on leadership speculation. McPherson didn't rule out a bid to replace Jagmeet Singh, saying she's “getting asked a lot” and remains open to the idea. She dismissed suggestions that the Alberta NDP's move to decouple provincial and federal memberships signals a deeper rift, describing the party as a “big tent” with shared values across the country. As for whether the next leader should come from the West, she said prairie pragmatism could help ground the party — but added the tone must also reflect the voices of grassroots members coast to coast.

The Herle Burly was created by Air Quotes Media with support from our presenting sponsor TELUS, as well as CN Rail, TikTok Canada and Historica Canada. Greetings, you curiouser and curiouser Herle Burly-ites! I'm genuinely excited to have this man on the show for a conversation that's both of the moment, and critical. Naheed Nenshi, Leader of the Alberta NDP, is here.(Note: Since recording this episode, we've since been in contact with Premier Smith's Office and are hopeful to schedule that conversation soon).You know all about Mr. Nenshi and his powerful political brand. Former 3-term Mayor of Calgary. Named best Mayor in the World in 2014! Winner of the Alberta NDP Leadership on the first ballot about a year ago, with over 86% of the vote.He upped that to almost 90% in a leadership review just last weekend at the party's annual convention. Today, we'll talk more about his bio, background, and his decision to join the NDP. And then, the issues du jour ... Western alienation, Alberta separatism, and legitimate grievances about oil and gas. And also, what exactly is his argument to replace Premier Smith?Thank you for joining us on #TheHerleBurly podcast. Please take a moment to give us a rating and review on iTunes, Spotify, Stitcher, Google Podcasts or your favourite podcast app.Watch episodes of The Herle Burly via Air Quotes Media on YouTube.

Is Alberta inching closer to the exit door? Premier Danielle Smith insists she's a federalist — but her government's latest moves are making it easier for citizens to trigger a referendum on independence. With fresh polling from the Angus Reid Institute showing a majority of UCP voters in favour of holding a secession vote, the big question is: is this a tactical play to reset Alberta's relationship with Ottawa, or a strategy to keep her party's restless base onside?This week, West of Centre host Kathleen Petty unpacks Smith's political high-wire act: is she turning up the heat, or genuinely trying to cool things down? We also dive into growing speculation that the premier is laying the groundwork for an early provincial election.Joining the conversation: former UCP executive director Brad Tennant, former Alberta NDP cabinet minister Shannon Phillips, and editorial writer Doug Firby. Plus, a look ahead to key byelections and whether Mark Carney's new Liberal government might try to smooth things over with Alberta by handing one (or both) of its newly elected Liberal MPs a cabinet post.

A major credit rating agency released a forecast warning that Canada could lose its AAA credit rating should the Carney Liberals implement the spending promised in their platform. Ontario Premier Doug Ford has sent a letter to newly elected Prime Minister Mark Carney demanding federal funding for several major provincial projects. The Alberta NDP has voted to split from its federal counterpart after its crushing defeat in the general election. Tune into The Daily Brief with Cosmin Dzsurdzsa and Geoff Knight! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

It's been ten years to the day since Rachel Notley's NDP ended a 40+ year Conservative dynasty at the Alberta Legislature. In this episode, the province's 17th premier reflects on how that win changed politics on the prairies forever.  3:30 | But first...does separating from the federal NDP help the Alberta NDP's chances next election? Could Alberta ever separate from Canada? How would an NDP provincial government address Alberta's unemployment issue? Current Alberta NDP leader Naheed Nenshi joins us on the heels of the party's annual convention in Edmonton.  22:00 | Chief Billy Morin, the first Indigenous Conservative MP in Edmonton's history, talks to us about Alberta sovereignty and treaty rights, First Nations' investment in energy projects, and Pierre Poilievre's plan to seek a Commons seat via byelection in the Battle River-Crowfoot riding.   39:30 | Former Alberta premier Rachel Notley looks back ten years to one of the biggest upsets in Canadian political history, tells us how she feels about the death of the carbon tax and the return of union and corporate political donations, and tells us who she'd endorse as next leader of the federal NDP.  1:19:00 | Real Talker Brandon thought the story of Randy the Guinea Pig would make for a perfect Positive Reflection...and we agree! Positive Reflections is presented weekly on Real Talk by Solar by Kuby.  SUBMIT YOUR POSITIVE REFLECTION: talk@ryanjespersen.com  GET A FREE SOLAR QUOTE TODAY: https://kuby.ca/ REGISTER FOR THE REAL TALK GOLF CLASSIC: https://www.ryanjespersen.com/real-ta... FOLLOW US ON TIKTOK, X, INSTAGRAM, and LINKEDIN: @realtalkrj & @ryanjespersen  JOIN US ON FACEBOOK: @ryanjespersen  REAL TALK MERCH: https://ryanjespersen.com/merch RECEIVE EXCLUSIVE PERKS - BECOME A REAL TALK PATRON: patreon.com/ryanjespersen THANK YOU FOR SUPPORTING OUR SPONSORS! https://ryanjespersen.com/sponsors The views and opinions expressed in this show are those of the host and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Relay Communications Group Inc. or any affiliates.

It's our final bonus Saturday episode, where our political insiders break down what the biggest federal election stories actually mean for what comes next in Mark Carney's minority Liberal government.This week, former Justin Trudeau adviser Laura D'Angelo, former Harper government staffer Michael Solberg and former Alberta NDP strategist Zain Velji debrief the election results and aftermath -- Conservative leader Pierre Poilievre losing his seat but quickly finding a new riding to run in, NDP leader Jagmeet Singh stepping down, and PM Carney asserting that he can run his minority government just fine without formal NDP support.All that plus: our strategists weight in on the most under-the-radar stories from throughout the 5 weeks of the campaign. 

In the latest episode of The Line Podcast, recorded on May 2, 2025, Matt and Jen debrief the end of a long, weird federal election — and everything it upended.They start with what surprised them about the results and how the political map has scrambled in unexpected ways. Then, naturally, they pivot to constitutional monarchy. Why? Because it works. And because Matt is now on a mission to figure out how he can see the King when he comes to Ottawa to deliver the Speech from the Throne. He's serious. He wants in. He'll wave little flags and everything.This episode of The Line Podcast is brought to you by Unsmoke Canada. Canada can be a global leader in reducing the harm caused by smoking, but it requires actionable steps, including giving adult smokers the information they need to choose potentially less harmful alternatives. Learn more at Unsmoke.ca.In segment two, Jen is furious about new legislation introduced by Alberta Premier Danielle Smith to lower the threshold required to trigger a referendum. Jen calls it chickenshit — and dangerous. She argues it opens the door for grifters and bad-faith actors to manipulate the process and vulnerable people. Matt wonders why the Alberta NDP is doing nothing with this gift-wrapped opportunity. And seriously: where is Naheed Nenshi? What, exactly, is he waiting for?This episode of The Line Podcast is also brought to you by Innovative Medicines Canada. With a new government in place, one thing remains clear: Canada must continue to prioritize patients and healthcare innovation. Innovative Medicines Canada is focused on collaborating with all levels of government to improve access to life-saving medicines and develop a healthcare system that prioritizes patients, ignites innovation, and drives economic growth. Canada's innovative medicines sector plays a critical role—not just in health outcomes, but in keeping us competitive on the global stage. That's why, even during a moment of political change, Innovative Medicines Canada is staying focused on the issues that matter most to Canadians. And as Canada moves forward with national pharmacare, Innovative Medicines Canada believes it's possible to expand access without limiting choice—by strengthening what works and fixing what doesn't. Visit innovativemedicines.ca to learn more. Finally, your hosts turn to the fate of Pierre Poilievre. With the party licking its wounds, will a leadership fight break out? And if it does, will The Line take sides? No — but we will sell weapons to, and publish op-eds from, all factions. That is our declaration. We're just here for the content. So Conservatives? Fire up those typewriters. All that, and more, in the latest episode of The Line Podcast. Like and subscribe at ReadTheLine.ca, or find us on your favourite podcast app so you never miss an episode. If you're enjoying the show, share it with a friend, post about it online, or shout it across a pub. That's what we do.

Stephen Carter doesn't do podcasts to make new friends. That's obvious early in his appearance here, which proves to be one of the most entertaining episodes we've ever released. A veteran campaign strategist, Carter tells us what each party did wrong (and what they should have done instead) leading up to the 2025 federal election.  3:20 | But first...POLITICO's Mickey Djuric and Nick Taylor-Vaisey recap their 2025 election experience, having travelled the country covering the campaigns. Will Pierre Poilievre trigger a by-election in Alberta? Will Mark Carney's cabinet differ greatly from Justin Trudeau's?  READ POLITICO: https://www.politico.com/ TELL US WHAT YOU THINK: talk@ryanjespersen.com  33:33 | Nobody offers up political commentary quite like longtime strategist and podcast personality Stephen Carter. Not an actual doctor, Carter conducts a Conservative campaign autopsy (38:20), and responds to the Real Talk Rumour Mill report that Edmonton-Griesbach MP-elect Kerry Diotte has offered his seat to Pierre Poilievre.  SUBSCRIBE to THE STRATEGISTS: https://podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast/the-strategists/id1514440943 1:01:40 | Mother's Day is fast approaching - May 11 - and there's no better place to treat Mom than Jasper National Park! Ryan shares a few special family memories and lays out a perfect Mother's Day weekend itinerary in #MyJasper Memories presented by our friends at Tourism Jasper.  BOOK MOTHER'S DAY in JASPER: https://www.jasper.travel/ 1:06:00 | "Doctor Carter" continues his campaign autopsies with a look at the Liberals' disappointing performance on the prairies, including Amarjeet Sohi's defeat in Edmonton Southeast (1:10:50). Where does the NDP go from here after a disastrous performance (1:27:30)?  1:35:30 | What on earth is Alberta NDP leader Naheed Nenshi doing (or not doing)? What's with the UCP's Bill 54, making life easier for would-be separatists to trigger a referendum? And what can we expect to see in Edmonton and Calgary's mayoral races (1:52:00)?  REGISTER FOR THE REAL TALK GOLF CLASSIC: https://www.ryanjespersen.com/real-ta... FOLLOW US ON TIKTOK, X, INSTAGRAM, and LINKEDIN: @realtalkrj & @ryanjespersen  JOIN US ON FACEBOOK: @ryanjespersen  REAL TALK MERCH: https://ryanjespersen.com/merch RECEIVE EXCLUSIVE PERKS - BECOME A REAL TALK PATRON: patreon.com/ryanjespersen THANK YOU FOR SUPPORTING OUR SPONSORS! https://ryanjespersen.com/sponsors The views and opinions expressed in this show are those of the host and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Relay Communications Group Inc. or any affiliates.

On today's show: we talk to a former deputy chief at Elections Alberta about the province's bill that sets out to change the way elections in Alberta are run; Alberta NDP leader Naheed Nenshi joins us with his take on what the federal NDP's dismal election results mean for its provincial counterpart; the election cost two major party leaders their seats, and one has resigned. We examine what's next for the Conservatives and the NDP.

It's almost election day, and our colleagues at Power and Politics have been putting out a weekly wrap, where political strategists break down what the biggest federal election stories actually mean for the campaign.This week, former Justin Trudeau adviser Laura D'Angelo, former Harper government staffer Michael Solberg and former Alberta NDP strategist Zain Velji talk platforms -- do they matter, at this stage in the campaign game? And especially for a party like the Conservatives, who keep polling behind the Liberals? The strategists also have thoughts on tensions between Pierre Poilievre and conservative premiers, and weigh in with what they think are the most under-the-radar election stories of the week.To hear more of Power and Politics daily: https://link.mgln.ai/8DXaye

It's week 5 of our special Saturday podcast where our political insiders break down what the biggest federal election stories actually mean for the campaign...And now we're in our final countdown to election day. This week, former Justin Trudeau adviser Laura D'Angelo, former Harper government staffer Michael Solberg and former Alberta NDP strategist Zain Velji talk platforms -- do they matter, at this stage in the campaign game? And especially for a party like the Conservatives, who keep polling behind the Liberals? Our strategists also have thoughts on tensions between Pierre Poilievre and conservative premiers. Plus: U.S. President Donald Trump once again makes headlines for musing about Canada becoming an American state. And another round of under-the-radar election stories you won't hear on our TV program.

It's week 4 of our special Saturday podcast where our political insiders break down what the biggest federal election stories actually mean for the campaign.This week, former Justin Trudeau adviser Laura D'Angelo, former Harper government staffer Michael Solberg and former Alberta NDP strategist Zain Velji give us a debates debrief. As the frontrunner in the polls, Liberal leader Mark Carney faced attacks from all sides -- how did he perform in his first two debates? And how many points did the other leaders score?Off-camera, tension behind the scenes threatened to overshadow the debates themselves -- and our panel has thoughts on how the Leaders Debates Commission handled the situation.Plus: another round of under-the-radar election stories you won't hear on our TV program.

It's week 3 of our special Saturday podcast where our political insiders break down what the biggest federal election stories actually mean for the campaign.This week, former Justin Trudeau adviser Laura D'Angelo, former Harper government staffer Michael Solberg and former Alberta NDP strategist Zain Velji talk about a battle between what the polls suggest, and what the pictures on the campaign trail show. While all major polls point to a Liberal lead, the Conservatives have been drawing huge crowds at rallies -- and leader Pierre Poilievre sparred with a journalist about that.Meanwhile, Liberal leader Mark Carney held his own rally in the Conservative heartland of Alberta. And the NDP's Jagmeet Singh and the Green Party's Jonathan Pedneault admitted that their parties won't be forming government, but they do still have a pitch for your vote.Plus: another round of under-the-radar election stories you won't hear on our TV program.

It's week 2 of our new Saturday podcast where our political insiders break down what the biggest federal election stories actually mean for the campaign.This week, former Justin Trudeau adviser Laura D'Angelo, former Harper government staffer Michael Solberg and former Alberta NDP strategist Zain Velji talk 'Liberation Day' tariffs that liberated the world from a LOT of wealth. Next, they analyze NDP leader Jagmeet Singh's change in messaging about running for the Prime Minister's seat -- and whether he should really be setting his sights on keeping party status. Plus, another round of under-the-radar election stories you won't hear on our TV program.

Power & Politics brings you The Weekly Wrap, a new Saturday podcast where our political insiders break down what the biggest federal election stories actually mean for the campaign.Former Justin Trudeau adviser Laura D'Angelo, former Harper government staffer Michael Solberg and former Alberta NDP strategist Zain Velji analyze the biggest moments on the trail and bring you under-the-radar storylines you won't hear on our TV program.  This week:In a campaign that was always going to be about the U.S. president, auto tariffs give leaders their first Donald Trump test.Calls come from inside the Conservative house to warn Pierre Poilievre about his tactics.And Carney's biggest asset looks like his biggest liability as his opponents attack his business dealings. 

After what feels like the longest federal election buildup in recent memory, the race is finally about to begin. New Liberal leader Mark Carney is barely out of the gate and already showing signs of impatience — and inexperience — under media scrutiny. With a compressed timeline and an unpredictable political climate, parties are scrambling to sharpen their messages and connect with voters. Just days before the expected election call, West of Centre host Kathleen Petty speaks with pollster Janet Brown, conservative strategist Colin Aitchison, and former Alberta NDP staffer Jean-Marc Prevost about the stakes, the strategies, and how to read this moment in public opinion polling.

Premier Danielle Smith says reports tying her to alleged wrongdoing related to Alberta Health Services' procurement and contracting are "false, baseless and defamatory". Meantime, Alberta NDP leader Naheed Nenshi is calling for an RCMP investigation into allegations Smith's government dismissed the head of AHS two days before she was scheduled to meet with the province's Auditor-General to discuss her investigation into procurement contracts and deals for private surgical facilities. We get into what's at stake in this episode of Real Talk.  3:30 | Journalist Carrie Tate takes us into her exclusive story in The Globe and Mail. TELL US WHAT YOU THINK: talk@ryanjespersen.com  28:00 | Real Talkers have their say in our Live Chat powered by Park Power.  52:00 | What a bizarre Super Bowl. Jespo and Johnny recap the game, Kendrick Lamar's halftime show, and the party at On the Rocks.  1:00:00 | Whatever happened to pausing tariffs for a month? U.S. President Donald Trump says he's hitting steel and aluminum right now.  1:10:30 | Speaking of Trump, more Canadians want Mark Carney negotiating with POTUS, not Pierre Poilievre. So says a new Nanos Research poll. Do you buy it?  1:15:30 | Ryan reads more of your thoughts on the AHS story, including an insider insight into demand for surgical facilities in Alberta.  1:25:00 | A Jasper business will be back in the water (in a good way!) this spring thanks to an amazing group of people who got together over the weekend to Raise the Raft. Positive Reflections is presented weekly on Real Talk by our friends at Kuby Energy.  GET A FREE SOLAR QUOTE: https://kuby.ca/ FOLLOW US ON TIKTOK, X, & INSTAGRAM: @realtalkrj & @ryanjespersen  JOIN US ON FACEBOOK & LINKEDIN: @ryanjespersen  REAL TALK MERCH: https://ryanjespersen.com/merch RECEIVE EXCLUSIVE PERKS - BECOME A REAL TALK PATRON: patreon.com/ryanjespersen THANK YOU FOR SUPPORTING OUR SPONSORS! https://ryanjespersen.com/sponsors The views and opinions expressed in this show are those of the host and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Relay Communications Group Inc. or any affiliates.

On today's show: the UCP says Alberta NDP leader Naheed Nenshi is responsible for the 10 year delay on the Green Line LRT. We hear his version of things; we hear the story of how a fugitive spent decades hiding-out in an Alberta town; it's the battle of the two Calgary universities, happening at the Saddledome tonight! We set up the Crowchild Classic!

Alberta Premier Danielle Smith snubs her fellow premiers, as Alberta abstains from a cross-country collective effort to dissuade Donald Trump from imposing tariffs on Canadian goods and services.  5:00 | Is Smith out of line, embarrassing Alberta, or doing exactly what a premier is supposed to do in circumstances like this? We hear from Ontario Premier Doug Ford, Smith herself, and Ryan shares his own thoughts.  LET US KNOW WHAT YOU THINK: talk@ryanjespersen.com  26:00 | What alternatives does Alberta (and Canada) have, in dealing with Donald Trump? What should Pierre Poilievre be doing? Is the Canadian dollar about to plummet? And is Wayne Gretzky risking his legacy, being tied to Trump? Economist Moshe Lander lays it out.  55:50 | Real Talker Garth La Beach had some challenging questions for us re: DEI in our January 15 Live Chat powered by Park Power. We figured it made sense to bring him on the show. Turned out to be one of our best conversations in a long time. Thanks, Garth, for being such a valued member of the Real Talk community!  1:16:53 | What would Naheed Nenshi do differently if he was Premier? We hear from the Alberta NDP leader.  1:21:21 | That selfie of Trump, Danielle Smith, and Kevin O'Leary is fake, friends. We have some fun (and wind up with a wake up call of our own) with AI image generation.  REGISTER FOR THE REAL TALK POND HOCKEY CLASSIC: https://www.ryanjespersen.com/pond-ho... FOLLOW US ON TIKTOK, X, & INSTAGRAM: @realtalkrj & @ryanjespersen  JOIN US ON FACEBOOK & LINKEDIN: @ryanjespersen  REAL TALK MERCH: https://ryanjespersen.com/merch RECEIVE EXCLUSIVE PERKS - BECOME A REAL TALK PATRON: patreon.com/ryanjespersen THANK YOU FOR SUPPORTING OUR SPONSORS! https://ryanjespersen.com/sponsors The views and opinions expressed in this show are those of the host and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Relay Communications Group Inc. or any affiliates.

This week Radio Free Skaro gets POLITICAL (not really) as we interview three-time mayor of Calgary and current Alberta NDP leader Naheed Nenshi as he relates his massive love for one Doctor Who! Join us as we wax nostalgic about KSPS, his fondness for a certain scarf-wearing Doctor, and his take on amongst other things the latest Doctor Who Xmas special! Plus a Gallifrey One update, stats and media analysis, praise of Tubi, classic Canadian TV chatter, and more!  Links: Support Radio Free Skaro on Patreon Gallifrey One Update, including 2026 and 2027 date changes RFS Gallifrey One Live Show Announcement Doctor Who finished 6th for Christmas Week with 5.911M viewers Classic Doctor Who removed from BritBox UK and ITVX Premium First weekly Dalek 1:2 scale kit is out now The Chimes of Midnight hardcover adaptation by Robert Shearman due Oct 9 Jubliee hardcover adaptation by Robert Shearman due Oct 9 Things Are Not Always What They Seem: The Writings and Politics of Malcolm Hulke by Michael Herbert due later in 2025 from Telos Publishing Barbara Clegg died Jan 7 Interview: Naheed Nenshi    

An annual report by the Department of National Defence reveals the Canadian Armed Forces has been deploying full-time “gender advisors” to Ukraine and other international military operations. Plus, the Durham Regional Police Association is adding to the growing number of people and organizations calling for an election and for the prime minister to step down. And the Alberta NDP have held onto a Lethbridge seat in the party's first electoral test since Naheed Nenshi became the leader. Tune into The Daily Brief with Cosmin Dzsurdzsa and William McBeath! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

We have a good long chat about the Gun Grabbin' in Canada, and the opaque slush fund worth 102B Canadian. That is 102,000 Million dollars going to all sorts of legit and maybe non legit causes.   We also chat about the drones/orbs/UAP's in NJ and the contradicting US Gov statements, Justin Trudeau and climate change lies, the postal strike for climate change, Bovaer, and cougar hunting changes in Alberta, Canada's emergency department situation.   In the last part we get into Makis and his accusations of the Alberta Health Services and Danielle Smith and some of his cancer treatment protocols, the new evidence of shedding from the jabs, personal stories, heart issue comparisons, WHC highlighting that we should be suing over lies about the jabs, and Alberta NDP vs star UCP who was cancelled in court.   Join us. We chat about the latest Canadian Gun Grab, a massive Canadian Opaque Slush fund, and much more. 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On today's show: we hear from the Leader of the Alberta NDP, Naheed Nenshi, on the first day of the Fall Session, and how he'll be leading the opposition without having a seat in the house; officials from Alberta's agricultural sector are concerned about a federal pandemic preparedness bill. We speak with the Liberal Toronto MP who wrote the bill; Calgary city council is set to debate the future of the city's only supervised consumption site this week.

You have to assume Andrew Knack has his next move planned out...but what is it? We sit down with the long-time Edmonton councillor just hours after his announcement he won't run again in Ward Nakota Isga.  4:00 | Is Knack considering running for Mayor? Is the rumour mill correct about him joining Naheed Nenshi's team with the Alberta NDP? We talk polarized politics, "left wing" councils, cancelled transit projects, and collapsing water mains.  LET US KNOW WHAT YOU THINK: talk @ryanjespersen   50:15 | Have you signed up for our Real Talk newsletter? Stay in the loop re: recent highlights, upcoming interviews, and insights from behind the scenes: ryanjespersen.com  51:30 | It's six and a half years in prison for two men convicted of mischief and weapons charges relating to the Coutts, AB border blockade. Does the punishment fit the crime?  56:00 | Will you be watching the debate between Donald Trump and Kamala Harris?  FOLLOW US ON TIKTOK, TWITTER, & INSTAGRAM: @realtalkrj  REAL TALK MUGS, SNAPBACKS, and TEES: https://ryanjespersen.com/merch RECEIVE EXCLUSIVE PERKS - BECOME A REAL TALK PATRON:  THANK YOU FOR SUPPORTING OUR SPONSORS! https://ryanjespersen.com/sponsors The views and opinions expressed in this show are those of the host and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Relay Communications Group Inc. or any affiliates.

Should Joe Biden accept Donald Trump's challenge to play 18 holes of golf? Is it important for Justin Trudeau to attend the Calgary Stampede? What'll Naheed Nenshi's first big move be as leader of the Alberta NDP? 2:14 | We talk about the presidential race (2:40), Trudeau v. Poilievre (13:45), our "Naheed Nenshi: Fact Checked" episode (28:30), making sense of utility bills (48:00), Nenshi's plan for Fall Session (1:01:40), and water security issues (1:10:40) with Max Fawcett, lead columnist at Canada's National Observer. WATCH OUR INTERVIEW WITH "FIRE WEATHER" AUTHOR JOHN VAILLANT: https://rtrj.info/062023Fire READ MAX'S WORK: https://www.nationalobserver.com/2024/06/14/opinion/alberta-energy-war-room-waves-white-flag 1:16:55 | Ryan and Johnny respond to a comment about Bitcoin from Real Talker James in our YouTube live chat. TELL US WHAT YOU THINK: talk@ryanjespersen.com  FOLLOW US ON TIKTOK, TWITTER, & INSTAGRAM: @realtalkrj REAL TALK MERCH: https://ryanjespersen.com/merch RECEIVE EXCLUSIVE PERKS - BECOME A REAL TALK PATRON:   / ryanjespersen   THANK YOU FOR SUPPORTING OUR SPONSORS! https://ryanjespersen.com/sponsors The views and opinions expressed in this show are those of the host and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Relay Communications Group Inc. or any affiliates.

Was Naheed Nenshi accurate and fair in his criticism of Danielle Smith's government when he joined us on June 24? In this episode, we task two UCP supporters with "fact checking" the Alberta NDP leader's comments and providing alternative perspectives.  2:25 | Former UCP president Cynthia Moore and Alberta Institute's Peter McCaffrey respond to Naheed Nenshi's comments on infrastructure, schools, electricity rates, healthcare, carbon capture, and Premier Danielle Smith's time spent in her riding of Brooks-Medicine Hat.  WATCH OUR NENSHI INTERVIEW: rtrj.info/062424Nenshi 34:50 | Jespo and Johnny debrief, including a closer look at the state of EMS, cancer care, and surgery wait times in Alberta.  53:40 | Did you catch Charles Adler's comments on Winnipeg's Ten Commandments controversy? Ryan reveals the results of our unscientific, unofficial Twitter poll, and reads your comments (including an email from "Traveling Zebra").  TELL US WHAT YOU THINK: talk@ryanjespersen.com  1:04:50 | How do you feel about rodeo? Ahead of our July 12 Real Talk Round Table, Jespo and Johnny discuss changing attitudes around that sport, zoos, and circuses.  FOLLOW US ON TIKTOK, TWITTER, & INSTAGRAM: @realtalkrj REAL TALK MERCH: https://ryanjespersen.com/merch RECEIVE EXCLUSIVE PERKS - BECOME A REAL TALK PATRON: https://www.patreon.com/ryanjespersen THANK YOU FOR SUPPORTING OUR SPONSORS! https://ryanjespersen.com/sponsors The views and opinions expressed in this show are those of the host and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Relay Communications Group Inc. or any affiliates.

The Herle Burly was created by Air Quotes Media with support from our presenting sponsor TELUS, as well as CN Rail.Alright, you Herle Burly-ites. A pretty cool show we've got for you today. We're doing a bit of pod crossover, and here's the reason:Naheed Nenshi became leader of Alberta's NDP, just 2 weeks ago. Not just by a large margin. Or an extra-large margin. Landslide may not even be a strong enough a word. Mr. Nenshi's win was first ballot. 86% of the vote. More than 10 times that of the runner up. So we're going to talk about how that happened.And there's few better to do that with than his campaign co-director … a man who also happens to be a co-creator, and 1/3 of “The Strategists” Podcast, Zain Velji. Hence, it's a Canadian Political Pod crossover today, Herle Burly-ites!Zain is the man behind Nenshi's powerful political brand. He's a vice-president and partner with Northweather, a strategy and marketing firm, focusing on charities, non-profits, causes, and advocacy. He helped lead Nenshi's successful mayoral campaigns and he played a big part in the Alberta NDP campaigns in 2019 and 2023.Zain is a regular political commentator with the CBC, his work has also appeared in the Toronto Star, and Globe and Mail and in 2019 was a panelist on CTV's National federal election coverage. So, lots of bona fides there. Alberta and beyond.We're going to talk about it all today:Nenshi.Alberta Politics provincial and federal.And the federal scene more generally.Thank you for joining us on #TheHerleBurly podcast. Please take a moment to give us a rating and review on iTunes, Spotify, Stitcher, Google Podcasts or your favourite podcast app.Watch episodes of The Herle Burly via Air Quotes Media on YouTube.

On this week's episode of The Numbers, we discuss what happened in the Toronto–St. Paul's byelection and what it means for the future of Justin Trudeau and the Liberals. We also chat about Naheed Nenshi's landslide win in the Alberta NDP leadership race and provincial premiers' approval ratings.For the mailbag, we discuss whether Toronto–St. Paul's was a one-off or not (and we have many more byelection-related questions in the members-only extended mailbag). Then, Philippe harkens back to the 2006 election for the Quiz.To join the Discord page for The Numbers, get early access to episodes every Thursday, an extended mailbag segment and bonus episodes every second week, you can become a member of our Patreon site here.A regular episode of The Writ Podcast will be back in this feed next week!As always, in addition to listening to the episode in your inbox or at TheWrit.ca, you can also watch this episode on YouTube.You can also find The Numbers and our French-language podcast Les chiffres wherever you get your podcasts!Apple Podcasts: The Numbers / Les chiffresSpotify: The Numbers / Les chiffresLES CHIFFRES: Est-ce la fin de l'ère Trudeau ? Éric et Philippe discutent de l'élection partielle dans Toronto–St. Paul's lundi dernier, qui fut une cuisante défaite du PLC dans ce qui était considéré comme un château fort libéral depuis trois décennies. Avec de tels résultats, Justin Trudeau peut-il rester en poste ? A-t-il encore la légitimité pour gouverner ? Que nous disent ces chiffres sur l'avance conservatrice au pays ? Et à quoi devrions-nous nous attendre de l'élection partielle à venir dans Lasalle–Émard–Verdun ? Vous pouvez regarder ce balado sur YouTube. This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.thewrit.ca/subscribe

The Alberta NDP's new leader, Naheed Nenshi, wants to sever ties between his party and the federal NDP led by Jagmeet Singh. True North's Andrew Lawton says it's hard to blame them given how insignificant a political entity the federal NDP is, as evidenced by its particularly poor performance in this week's St. Paul's byelection. Also, a deep dive into Alberta's relationship with Ottawa featuring Environment Minister Rebecca Schulz – including how Alberta is pushing back against the carbon tax, the plastics ban, the oil and gas industry gag order, and more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Over the weekend, the Alberta NDP elected former Calgary mayor Naheed Nenshi to lead the party into the 2027 provincial election. With membership numbers at an all-time high, the future looks bright for the provincial party. But Nenshi will face many challenges before meeting Danielle Smith in the next election – including trying to unite the party while considering whether to sever ties with the federal NDP.Kelly Cryderman is a columnist and reporter with The Globe. She joins the show to break down what's ahead for the provincial party and what conflicts lie ahead with Alberta Premier Danielle Smith.Questions? Comments? Ideas? E-mail us at thedecibel@globeandmail.com

The long-awaited Toronto—St. Paul's byelection is today, and Liberal cabinet ministers have descended on the Liberal stronghold to try to get the vote out at a time when Justin Trudeau is twenty points behind Pierre Poilievre in national polls. While the Liberals may still win the riding, they have spent the last two weeks trying to lower expectations to soften the embarrassment that may be coming to them, True North's Andrew Lawton says. Also, Naheed Nenshi is now the Alberta NDP leader. We'll talk about what that means with Lindsay Wilson from Alberta Proud. Canadian Taxpayers Federation Alberta director Kris Sims returns for her Monday checkin talking about the high-flying catering bill Trudeau racked up on one of his foreign trips. Plus, despite claims from anti-Israel activists that Israel is “starving” Gazans, the facts show a different story. Andrew discusses with Honest Reporting Canada assistant director Robert Walker. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ukrainians from Vovchansk see their city destroyed by fighting with Russian forces.  A look at Rachel Notley's legacy as outgoing leader of the Alberta NDP. Some cellphone users are turning to retro technology to help disconnect from their smartphones.

This week, we discuss another poll that shows a 20-point lead for the Conservatives, as well as some new numbers on how various religious communities are voting. We then delve into some provincial polling out of British Columbia and Quebec, and check-in on the Alberta NDP leadership race. In the mailbag, we chat about merger talks in B.C. and we close with a birthday-themed Quiz.To join the Discord page for The Numbers, get early access to episodes every Thursday, an extended mailbag segment and bonus episodes every second week, you can become a member of our Patreon site here.A regular episode of The Writ Podcast will be back in this feed next week!As always, in addition to listening to the episode in your inbox or at TheWrit.ca, you can also watch this episode on YouTube.You can also find The Numbers and our French-language podcast Les chiffres wherever you get your podcasts!Apple Podcasts: The Numbers / Les chiffresSpotify: The Numbers / Les chiffresLES CHIFFRES: Le Parti québécois a-t-il plafonné ? Cette semaine au balado, Éric et Philippe discutent du plus récent sondage québécois de la maison Léger. Il semblerait que le PQ ait atteint un certain plafond, que les appuis de la CAQ se soient stabilisés et que Québec solidaire ait perdu quelques plumes. Que nous racontent ces chiffres sur le portrait actuel de la politique au Québec? Et est-ce que la glissade de QS dans les sondages pourrait influencer le dénouement du congrès de Québec solidaire à la fin du mois ? Vous pouvez regarder ce balado sur YouTube. This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.thewrit.ca/subscribe

The former Calgary mayor is beloved by many in the province. He might well be the favourite in the race to succeed Rachel Notley as leader of the Alberta NDP. But he's never really been involved with the party, and his trademark 'purple' comes from blending Liberal red and Conservative blue. No orange in sight.But his campaign will force some fascinating questions onto the party, both in Alberta and nationally. Questions that have been bubbling just below the surface for the past couple of elections, and are making insiders wonder about the future of a unified national NDP...GUEST: Graham Thomson, Alberta-based political analyst We love feedback at The Big Story, as well as suggestions for future episodes. You can find us:Through email at hello@thebigstorypodcast.ca Or by calling 416-935-5935 and leaving us a voicemailOr @thebigstoryfpn on Twitter

The Rebel News podcasts features free audio-only versions of select RebelNews+ content and other Rebel News long-form videos, livestreams, and interviews. Monday to Friday enjoy the audio version of Ezra Levant's daily TV-style show, The Ezra Levant Show, where Ezra gives you his contrarian and conservative take on free speech, politics, and foreign policy through in-depth commentary and interviews. Wednesday evenings you can listen to the audio version of The Gunn Show with Sheila Gunn Reid the Chief Reporter of Rebel News. Sheila brings a western sensibility to Canadian news. With one foot in the oil patch and one foot in agriculture, Sheila challenges mainstream media narratives and stands up for Albertans. If you want to watch the video versions of these podcasts, make sure to begin your free RebelNewsPlus trial by subscribing at http://www.RebelNewsPlus.com

Canadian journalist Nora Loreto reads the latest headlines for Tuesday, March 12, 2024.TRNN has partnered with Loreto to syndicate her daily news digest and share it with our audience—tune in every morning on the TRNN podcast feed to hear about the latest important news stories from Canada and around the world.Find more headlines from Nora at Sandy & Nora Talk Politics podcast feed.Help us continue producing radically independent news and in-depth analysis by following us and becoming a monthly sustainer.Sign up for our newsletterLike us on FacebookFollow us on TwitterDonate to support this podcastReferenced articles:Story 1 - Big investigation into fire safety lapses in properties owned by Paul Dediala, after one of his properties burns, killing two occupants.Story 2 - Naheed Nenshi throws hat into the race to become leader of the Alberta NDP.Story 3 - Saltwire is on the ropes as it files for creditor protection. But COO promises that this will make the company stronger and more dynamic!Story 4 - Boeing whistleblower found dead in hotel garage during week where he was testifying against Boeing for safety lapses.Story 5 - Pope calls for peace negotiations to bring an end to Russia's aggression, NATO says sure, they will negotiate peace through cheering on more war.

Today, we're looking at Premier Danielle Smith's announcement that Alberta will take a stand and push back against radical gender ideology with new legislation. Plus, Smith's announcement as set off the Trudeau Liberals and Alberta NDP, who are freaking out about the premier's proposal. And finally, Medical Assistance in Dying's planned expansion to those suffering solely from mental health issues has been delayed until 2027.