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  We are continuing our series of podcasts called “Pediatric Sport Medicine Profiles.” There have been some individuals who have been significantly influential in this pediatric sports medicine, whether it be training many of us, people who have completed critical research, those who have been leaders of major organizations, or were just trailblazers in the profession. Some who have accomplished several of those things. Today we profile an individual who has trained many leaders in pediatric sports medicine and has been a leader in the sports pre participation evaluation.    Connect with The Host! Subscribe to This Podcast Now!     The ultimate success for every podcaster – is FEEDBACK! Be sure to take just a few minutes to tell the hosts of this podcast what YOU think over at Apple Podcasts! It takes only a few minutes but helps the hosts of this program pave the way to future greatness! Not an Apple Podcasts user? No problem! Be sure to check out any of the other many growing podcast directories online to find this and many other podcasts via The Podcaster Matrix!     Housekeeping -- Get the whole story about Dr. Mark and his launch into this program, by listing to his "101" episode that'll get you educated, caught up and in tune with the Doctor that's in the podcast house! Listen Now! -- Interested in being a Guest on The Pediatric Sports Medicine Podcast? Connect with Mark today!   Links from this Episode: -- Dr. Mark Halstead: On the Web -- On X  -- Dr. David Bernhardt https://www.uwhealth.org/providers/david-t-bernhardt-md -- Supercommunicators Book https://charlesduhigg.com/supercommunicators/ -- How to Know a Person Book https://www.amazon.com/dp/059323006X?ref=ppx_yo2ov_dt_b_fed_asin_title   Calls to the Audience Inside this Episode: -- Be sure to interact with the host, send detailed feedback via our customized form and connect via ALL of our social media platforms! Do that over here now! -- Interested in being a guest inside The Pediatric Sports Medicine Podcast with Dr. Mark? Tell us now! -- Ready to share your business, organization or efforts message with Dr. Mark's focused audience? Let's have a chat! -- Do you have feedback you'd like to share with Dr. Mark from this episode? Share YOUR perspective!   Be an Advertiser/Sponsor for This Program!     Tell Us What You Think! Feedback is the cornerstone and engine of all great podcast. Be sure to chime in with your thoughts, perspective sand more.  Share your insight and experiences with Dr. Mark by clicking here!   The Host of this Program: Mark Halstead:  Dr. Mark Halstead received his medical degree from the University of Wisconsin Medical School. He stayed at the University of Wisconsin for his pediatric residency, followed by a year as the chief resident. Following residency, he completed a pediatric and adult sports medicine fellowship at Vanderbilt University. He has been an elected member to the American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) Council on Sports Medicine and Fitness and the Board of Directors of the American Medical Society for Sports Medicine (AMSSM). He has served as a team physician or medical consultant to numerous high schools, Vanderbilt University, Belmont University, Washington University, St. Louis Cardinals, St. Louis Blues, St. Louis Athletica, and St. Louis Rams. He serves and has served on many local, regional and national committees as an advisor for sports medicine and concussions. Dr. Halstead is a national recognized expert in sport-related concussions and pediatric sports medicine. — Dr. Mark Halstead on Facebook — Dr. Mark Halstead on LinkedIn — Dr. Mark Halstead on X — Learn Why The Pediatric Sports Medicine Podcast Exists...   The Guest Featured Inside this Program: David Bernhardt Dr. David Bernhardt is a Professor of Pediatrics, Orthopedics and Rehabilitation in the Division of Sports Medicine at the University of Wisconsin School of Medicine and Public Health.  He completed his medical school, residency and fellowship at the University of Wisconsin where he has now been in practice for the last 32 years. Dr. Bernhardt is the co-director of the UW Primary Care Sports Medicine Fellowship and is the Head Medical Team Physician for University of Wisconsin Athletics and provided coverage for Badger men's basketball and women's volleyball teams, as well as for men's and women's cross country and track.. He has served as the medical chaperone for the Paralympic experience at the Vancouver Olympic games in 2010. He enjoys teaching medical student, residents, fellows and student athletic trainers and was honored by the American Academy of Pediatrics for his lifelong contributions to pediatric sports medicine as the Thomas Schaffer award winner and recently was named the recipient of the 2026 Andy Hipskind Distinguished Big Ten Physician Award.

Strength in numbers. That's Pierre Poilievre's call to the provinces as a nation-wide alternative to Alberta separation. Will Quebec play along? We get into an advance copy of Poilievre's speech (14:00) with Supriya Dwivedi in our feature interview presented by Mercedes-Benz Edmonton West. But first...what will come from Alberta Premier Danielle Smith's meeting with Quebec Premier Christine Fréchette (9:00)? And later...what's the key takeaway from new Ipsos polling (17:30) showing waning support for Alberta leaving Canada?  THIS EPISODE IS PRESENTED BY HANSEN DISTILLERY. LOOK FOR HANSEN'S BRAND NEW "DISTILLED BY HER" GIN, WITH A PORTION OF PROCEEDS BENEFITING WIN HOUSE. VISIT https://hansendistillery.com/. MBEW: https://www.mercedes-benz-edmontonwest.ca/ TELL US WHAT YOU THINK: talk@ryanjespersen.com  IPSOS POLL: https://www.ipsos.com/en-ca/limited-and-declining-support-separation-alberta 27:00 | Supriya gives us the pros and cons of Canada's AI strategy, announced last week. We get into Althia Raj's column on PM Carney "yelling" at MPs (42:15), Donald Trump abruptly ending a Meet the Press interview (56:30), and Scott Pelley spilling the tea on Bari Weiss and CBS News in an interview with the New York Times (1:09:30).  1:13:30 | What are true Canadian values? And who's the GOAT childrens' performer? Real Talkers have their say in our Live Chat powered by Park Power.  SAVE on INTERNET, ELECTRICITY, and NATURAL GAS: https://parkpower.ca/realtalk/ 1:45:15 | We LOVE these poems about Canada submitted by Real Talker Katherine, a grade four teacher in Tofield, Alberta. A perfect Positive Reflection presented by Solar by Kuby!  REGISTRATION IS OPEN FOR THE REAL TALK GOLF CLASSIC presented by KUBY ENERGY on JUNE 18 at THE RANCH: https://www.ryanjespersen.com/real-ta... GET A FREE SOLAR QUOTE: https://kuby.ca/ REAL TALK'S LIVE STREAM IS PRESENTED BY CALIFORNIA CLOSETS. BOOK YOUR FREE CONSULTATION: https://californiaclosets.ca/ SIGN UP for YEGplus, CANADA'S FIRST AIRPORT REWARDS PROGRAM: https://yegplus.com/realtalk SAVE 10% on ONLINE MEN'S CLOTHING PURCHASES at THE HELM with promo code REALTALK: https://thehelmclothing.com/ SUPPORT INTEGRATED FIREFIGHTER-PARAMEDIC SERVICE IN ALBERTA: https://www.apffpa.ca/ FOLLOW US ON TIKTOK, X, INSTAGRAM, and LINKEDIN: @realtalkrj & @ryanjespersen JOIN US ON FACEBOOK: @ryanjespersen REAL TALK MERCH: https://ryanjespersen.com/merch SHOPPING FOR LUXURY CASUAL WEAR OR A CUSTOM SUIT? SAVE 10% ONLINE WITH PROMO CODE REALTALK: https://thehelmclothing.com/ 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.

Did you know a third of Calgary residents were born outside North America? Mayor Jeromy Farkas joins Jespo in our historic Mercer Warehouse studio (3:45) to discuss the separation distraction, immigration realities in Alberta, downtown crime, and the future of rail across the province. Feature interviews on Real Talk are presented by Mercedes-Benz Edmonton West.  THIS EPISODE IS PRESENTED BY RapidEX FINANCIAL. THE CRYPTO WORLD MOVES FAST, BUT YOUR TRUST IN AN EXCHANGE SHOULDN'T BE A GAMBLE. RapidEX IS SECURE, FINTRAC-REGISTERED, AND NON-CUSTODIAL. SAVE 50% ON FEES ON ONLINE INTERAC E-TRANSFER TRADES WITH PROMO CODE RYAN50 AT https://rapidexfinancial.com/. MBEW: https://www.mercedes-benz-edmontonwest.ca/ TELL US WHAT YOU THINK: talk@ryanjespersen or leave a comment below. 47:45 | HOPE Mission has been serving Edmontonians in need for nearly 100 years. But the need has never been greater than today. The iconic organization has evolved and broadened its offerings over the years, including their HOPE HEALTH program. Team members Tim Pasma, Beth Klingenberg, and Ade Adeoye join our Real Talk Round Table.  SUPPORT HOPE MISSION: https://hopemission.com/ 1:38:45 | Have you heard the "No Means No" chats aimed at Vegas goalie Carter Hart during the first two games of the Golden Knights-Hurricanes Stanley Cup Final? Jespo and Johnny discuss, and Real Talkers have their say in our Live Chat powered by Park Power. SAVE on INTERNET, ELECTRICITY, and NATURAL GAS: https://parkpower.ca/realtalk 1:51:00 | Real Talkers are fired up over separatist talking points and Mark Carney's position on Donald Trump. Tyler W., Michael in Calgary, Geoff in Toronto, and Garth sound off in 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, or BASELINE ROAD, BE SURE TO TELL 'EM REAL TALK SENT YOU! REGISTRATION IS OPEN FOR THE REAL TALK GOLF CLASSIC on JUNE 18 at THE RANCH: https://www.ryanjespersen.com/real-ta... REAL TALK'S LIVE STREAM IS PRESENTED BY CALIFORNIA CLOSETS. BOOK YOUR FREE CONSULTATION: https://californiaclosets.ca/ SIGN UP for YEGplus, CANADA'S FIRST AIRPORT REWARDS PROGRAM: https://yegplus.com/realtalk SAVE 10% on ONLINE MEN'S CLOTHING PURCHASES at THE HELM with promo code REALTALK: https://thehelmclothing.com/ SUPPORT INTEGRATED FIREFIGHTER-PARAMEDIC SERVICE IN ALBERTA: https://www.apffpa.ca/ FOLLOW US ON TIKTOK, X, INSTAGRAM, and LINKEDIN: @realtalkrj & @ryanjespersen JOIN US ON FACEBOOK: @ryanjespersen REAL TALK MERCH: https://ryanjespersen.com/merch SHOPPING FOR LUXURY CASUAL WEAR OR A CUSTOM SUIT? SAVE 10% ONLINE WITH PROMO CODE REALTALK: https://thehelmclothing.com/ 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.

If Alberta can talk about leaving Canada, can cities talk about leaving Alberta? That's the question Edmonton councillor Aaron Paquette is putting on the table with a motion exploring ways municipalities could gain more independence from the province amid growing uncertainty around Alberta's separatist movement. Paquette joins Vegreville councillor Taneen Rudyk and political scientist Dr. Duane Bratt in our feature interview (4:30) presented by Mercedes-Benz Edmonton West.  THIS EPISODE IS PRESENTED BY RapidEX FINANCIAL. THE CRYPTO WORLD MOVES FAST, BUT YOUR TRUST IN AN EXCHANGE SHOULDN'T BE A GAMBLE. RapidEX IS SECURE, FINTRAC-REGISTERED, AND NON-CUSTODIAL. SAVE 50% ON FEES ON ONLINE INTERAC E-TRANSFER TRADES WITH PROMO CODE RYAN50 AT https://rapidexfinancial.com/. MBEW: https://www.mercedes-benz-edmontonwest.ca/ TELL US WHAT YOU THINK: talk@ryanjespersen.com or leave a comment below 1:02:30 | Have you ever visited sacred Spirit Island in Jasper National Park? The Maligne Lake Cruise is a perfect way to make it happen. We feature one of Jespo's favourite Jasper experiences in this edition of #MyJasper Memories proudly presented by Tourism Jasper. MORE INFO: http://malignelake.com/ PLAN YOUR JASPER EXPERIENCE: https://www.jasper.travel/ 1:08:00 | Is Real Talk part of the problem? Jespo and Johnny address increased tensions around Alberta separation, and see what Real Talkers have to say in our Live Chat powered by Park Power. SAVE on INTERNET, ELECTRICITY, and NATURAL GAS: https://parkpower.ca/realtalk/ 1:37:45 | Jespo blindsides Johnny with a bouquet from Real Talker Mallory after our June 2 conversation about Canadian Beef.  REGISTRATION IS OPEN FOR THE REAL TALK GOLF CLASSIC presented by KUBY ENERGY on JUNE 18 at THE RANCH: https://www.ryanjespersen.com/real-ta... REAL TALK'S LIVE STREAM IS PRESENTED BY CALIFORNIA CLOSETS. BOOK YOUR FREE CONSULTATION: https://californiaclosets.ca/ SIGN UP for YEGplus, CANADA'S FIRST AIRPORT REWARDS PROGRAM: https://yegplus.com/realtalk SAVE 10% on ONLINE MEN'S CLOTHING PURCHASES at THE HELM with promo code REALTALK: https://thehelmclothing.com/ SUPPORT INTEGRATED FIREFIGHTER-PARAMEDIC SERVICE IN ALBERTA: https://www.apffpa.ca/ GET A $50 CASINO BONUS FROM PLAY ALBERTA: https://try.playalberta.ca/lp/realtalk/ MUST BE 18+ TO PLAY. IF YOU GAMBLE, PLEASE USE YOUR GAMESENSE FOLLOW US ON TIKTOK, X, INSTAGRAM, and LINKEDIN: @realtalkrj & @ryanjespersen JOIN US ON FACEBOOK: @ryanjespersen REAL TALK MERCH: https://ryanjespersen.com/merch SHOPPING FOR LUXURY CASUAL WEAR OR A CUSTOM SUIT? SAVE 10% ONLINE WITH PROMO CODE REALTALK: https://thehelmclothing.com/ 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.

Canadian ranchers are warning Ottawa not to sacrifice domestic beef producers in ongoing trade talks with Mercosur, the South American bloc including Brazil and Argentina. At the same time, Canadian consumers are facing stubbornly high grocery prices, especially at the meat counter, raising major questions about imports, food security, trade policy, and Canada's economic relationship with the United States ahead of a crucial CUSMA review. Tyler Fulton, president of the Canadian Cattle Association, joins from Manitoba in our feature interview (14:00) presented by Mercedes-Benz Edmonton West to talk about the future of Canada's beef industry, rising costs, trade tensions, and why producers say this moment could shape the industry for years to come. But first...Johnny's just hours removed from serving as music director for the FIFA World Cup '26 Lead-Up Friendly between Canada and Uzbekistan at Commonwealth Stadium. The fellas chat (1:45) about the upcoming World Cup and the growth of Canadian soccer.  THIS EPISODE IS PRESENTED BY HANSEN DISTILLERY. LOOK FOR HANSEN'S BRAND NEW "DISTILLED BY HER" GIN, WITH A PORTION OF PROCEEDS BENEFITING WIN HOUSE. VISIT https://hansendistillery.com/. MBEW: https://www.mercedes-benz-edmontonwest.ca/ CANADIAN CATTLE ASSN: https://www.cattle.ca/ TELL US WHAT YOU THINK: talk@ryanjespersen.com 45:30 | Is your family cutting back on eating meat for budget or other reasons? Will you eat lab-grown meat? Have you tried cricket flour? Do you drink milk on the regular? Real Talkers talk about the future of food in our Live Chat powered by Park Power.  AUG. 30/24 EPISODE on THE FUTURE OF FOOD: https://rtrj.info/083024FutureFood SAVE on INTERNET, ELECTRICITY, and NATURAL GAS: https://parkpower.ca/realtalk/ 1:25:10 | Jespo shares his thoughts on recent comments from Pierre Poilievre and Howard Anglin re: Alberta separation. What do you think?  1:38:30 | Real Talker Christine, a cancer survivor, has a beautiful message about an all-time Real Talk legend - Julie Rohr - in this edition of Positive Reflections presented by Solar by Kuby.  REGISTRATION IS OPEN FOR THE REAL TALK GOLF CLASSIC on JUNE 18 at THE RANCH: https://www.ryanjespersen.com/real-ta... REAL TALK'S LIVE STREAM IS PRESENTED BY CALIFORNIA CLOSETS. BOOK YOUR FREE CONSULTATION: https://californiaclosets.ca/ SIGN UP for YEGplus, CANADA'S FIRST AIRPORT REWARDS PROGRAM: https://yegplus.com/realtalk SAVE 10% on ONLINE MEN'S CLOTHING PURCHASES at THE HELM with promo code REALTALK: https://thehelmclothing.com/ SUPPORT INTEGRATED FIREFIGHTER-PARAMEDIC SERVICE IN ALBERTA: https://www.apffpa.ca/ GET A $50 CASINO BONUS FROM PLAY ALBERTA: https://try.playalberta.ca/lp/realtalk/ MUST BE 18+ TO PLAY. IF YOU GAMBLE, PLEASE USE YOUR GAMESENSE FOLLOW US ON TIKTOK, X, INSTAGRAM, and LINKEDIN: @realtalkrj & @ryanjespersen JOIN US ON FACEBOOK: @ryanjespersen REAL TALK MERCH: https://ryanjespersen.com/merch SHOPPING FOR LUXURY CASUAL WEAR OR A CUSTOM SUIT? SAVE 10% ONLINE WITH PROMO CODE REALTALK: https://thehelmclothing.com/ 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.

Premiers in BC, Manitoba, and Ontario are calling out Alberta's Danielle Smith. The Americans can't believe Canadians aren't buying their booze. And legendary NHL playoff performer Claude Lemieux is dead by suicide days after carrying the torch at a Habs home game. We get into it all with Emmy Award-winning talk show legend Senator Charles Adler (6:30) in our feature interview presented by Mercedes-Benz Edmonton West.  THIS EPISODE IS PRESENTED BY HANSEN DISTILLERY. LOOK FOR HANSEN'S BRAND NEW "DISTILLED BY HER" GIN, WITH A PORTION OF PROCEEDS BENEFITING WIN HOUSE. VISIT https://hansendistillery.com/. MBEW: https://www.mercedes-benz-edmontonwest.ca/ TELL US WHAT YOU THINK: talk@ryanjespersen.com  1:08:30 | Real Talkers have their say about Alberta separation and Canada-U.S. relations in our Live Chat powered by Park Power.  SAVE on INTERNET, ELECTRICITY, and NATURAL GAS: https://parkpower.ca/realtalk/ 1:19:30 | Jespo raves about a tasting meal at RGE RD, a collab with hip hop artist  @blvcksvm . CHECK OUT THE RGE RD MUSIC VIDEO: https://youtu.be/FAjb2ruk1SM?si=zHcAF6pGco1on9SO 1:34:30 | We've got red hot takes on Alberta separation from Jesse, Geoff, Anna Banana, Alberta Maverick, Peaches, Chris, Colin, Alex, AJ, and a heart-wrenching appeal from Brendon in The Flamethrower presented by the DQs of Northwest Edmonton and Sherwood Park. SUPPORT NIKKI'S GOFUNDME: https://www.gofundme.com/f/helping-nikki-access-lifesaving-treatment FIRE UP YOUR FLAMETHROWER: talk@ryanjespersen.com WHEN YOU VISIT THE DQs IN PALISADES, NAMAO, NEWCASTLE, WESTMOUNT, or BASELINE ROAD, BE SURE TO TELL 'EM REAL TALK SENT YOU! REGISTRATION IS OPEN FOR THE REAL TALK GOLF CLASSIC on JUNE 18 at THE RANCH: https://www.ryanjespersen.com/real-ta... REAL TALK'S LIVE STREAM IS PRESENTED BY CALIFORNIA CLOSETS. BOOK YOUR FREE CONSULTATION: https://californiaclosets.ca/ SIGN UP for YEGplus, CANADA'S FIRST AIRPORT REWARDS PROGRAM: https://yegplus.com/realtalk SAVE 10% on ONLINE MEN'S CLOTHING PURCHASES at THE HELM with promo code REALTALK: https://thehelmclothing.com/ SUPPORT INTEGRATED FIREFIGHTER-PARAMEDIC SERVICE IN ALBERTA: https://www.apffpa.ca/ GET A $50 CASINO BONUS FROM PLAY ALBERTA: https://try.playalberta.ca/lp/realtalk/ MUST BE 18+ TO PLAY. IF YOU GAMBLE, PLEASE USE YOUR GAMESENSE FOLLOW US ON TIKTOK, X, INSTAGRAM, and LINKEDIN: @realtalkrj & @ryanjespersen JOIN US ON FACEBOOK: @ryanjespersen REAL TALK MERCH: https://ryanjespersen.com/merch SHOPPING FOR LUXURY CASUAL WEAR OR A CUSTOM SUIT? SAVE 10% ONLINE WITH PROMO CODE REALTALK: https://thehelmclothing.com/ 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.

Prominent Alberta business, political, and community leaders may not agree on everything - but they agree on the most important thing - and that's Alberta's future in Canada. "Lead Not Leave" co-founders Peggy Garrity, Travis Toews, and Ken Boessenkool present the evidence for a stronger Alberta IN Canada in our feature interview (6:00) presented by Mercedes-Benz Edmonton West.  THIS EPISODE IS PRESENTED BY RapidEX FINANCIAL. THE CRYPTO WORLD MOVES FAST, BUT YOUR TRUST IN AN EXCHANGE SHOULDN'T BE A GAMBLE. RapidEX IS SECURE, FINTRAC-REGISTERED, AND NON-CUSTODIAL. SAVE 50% ON FEES ON ONLINE INTERAC E-TRANSFER TRADES WITH PROMO CODE RYAN50 AT https://rapidexfinancial.com/. 44:30 | Enough with the purity tests. Jespo has a challenge for all of us over the next five months.  TELL US WHAT YOU THINK: talk@ryanjespersen.com 58:00 | Alberta's biggest oil and gas players are gathered south of Edmonton this week at the Nisku Energy Show. Fresh off hosting opening day, Jespo highlights the NES as an Alberta Win in our weekly feature presented by Play Alberta. CHECK OUT THIS EXCLUSIVE PLAY ALBERTA OFFER: https://try.playalberta.ca/lp/realtalk/ PLAY ALBERTA IS THE ONLY APP IN THE PROVINCE THAT PUTS ALL REVENUE DIRECTLY BACK INTO SUPPORTING PROGRAMS AND SERVICES THAT ALBERTANS RELY ON EVERY DAY. VISIT playalberta.ca/realtalk TO LEARN MORE. MUST BE 18+ TO PLAY. IF YOU GAMBLE, USE YOUR GAMESENSE. 1:01:00 | Women's emergency shelters in rural Alberta are already struggling to keep their doors open, and funding cuts just announced by the province are making matters worse. Alberta Council of Women's Shelters executive director Cat Champagne says it's literally a matter of life and death for women and children escaping unsafe situations. SUPPORT ACWS. CONTACT YOUR ELECTED OFFICIALS: https://acws.ca/ 1:26:30 | Jespo and Johnny see what Real Talkers have to say in our Live Chat powered by Park Power. SAVE on INTERNET, ELECTRICITY, and NATURAL GAS: https://parkpower.ca/realtalk/ REGISTRATION IS OPEN FOR THE REAL TALK GOLF CLASSIC on JUNE 18 at THE RANCH: https://www.ryanjespersen.com/real-ta... REAL TALK'S LIVE STREAM IS PRESENTED BY CALIFORNIA CLOSETS. BOOK YOUR FREE CONSULTATION: https://californiaclosets.ca/ SIGN UP for YEGplus, CANADA'S FIRST AIRPORT REWARDS PROGRAM: https://yegplus.com/realtalk SAVE 10% on ONLINE MEN'S CLOTHING PURCHASES at THE HELM with promo code REALTALK: https://thehelmclothing.com/ SUPPORT INTEGRATED FIREFIGHTER-PARAMEDIC SERVICE IN ALBERTA: https://www.apffpa.ca/ GET A $50 CASINO BONUS FROM PLAY ALBERTA: https://try.playalberta.ca/lp/realtalk/ MUST BE 18+ TO PLAY. IF YOU GAMBLE, PLEASE USE YOUR GAMESENSE FOLLOW US ON TIKTOK, X, INSTAGRAM, and LINKEDIN: @realtalkrj & @ryanjespersen  JOIN US ON FACEBOOK: @ryanjespersen  REAL TALK MERCH: https://ryanjespersen.com/merch SHOPPING FOR LUXURY CASUAL WEAR OR A CUSTOM SUIT? SAVE 10% ONLINE WITH PROMO CODE REALTALK: https://thehelmclothing.com/ 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 may be too late to stamp out separatist sentiment in Alberta, but we don't have to fan the flames. Guest host Supriya Dwivedi hashes it out with strategist Zain Velji, commentator Rachel Gilmore, and Lead Not Leave co-founder Jen Gerson in feature interviews presented by Mercedes-Benz Edmonton West. MBEW: https://www.mercedes-benz-edmontonwest.ca/ THIS EPISODE IS PRESENTED BY HANSEN DISTILLERY. LOOK FOR HANSEN'S BRAND NEW "DISTILLED BY HER" GIN, WITH A PORTION OF PROCEEDS BENEFITING WIN HOUSE. VISIT https://hansendistillery.com/. TELL US WHAT YOU THINK: talk@ryanjespersen.com REGISTRATION IS OPEN FOR THE REAL TALK GOLF CLASSIC on JUNE 18 at THE RANCH: https://www.ryanjespersen.com/real-ta... REAL TALK'S LIVE STREAM IS PRESENTED BY CALIFORNIA CLOSETS. BOOK YOUR FREE CONSULTATION: https://californiaclosets.ca/ SIGN UP for YEGplus, CANADA'S FIRST AIRPORT REWARDS PROGRAM: https://yegplus.com/realtalk SAVE on INTERNET, ELECTRICITY, and NATURAL GAS: https://parkpower.ca/realtalk/ SAVE 10% on ONLINE MEN'S CLOTHING PURCHASES at THE HELM with promo code REALTALK: https://thehelmclothing.com/ SUPPORT INTEGRATED FIREFIGHTER-PARAMEDIC SERVICE IN ALBERTA: https://www.apffpa.ca/ GET A $50 CASINO BONUS FROM PLAY ALBERTA: https://try.playalberta.ca/lp/realtalk/ MUST BE 18+ TO PLAY. IF YOU GAMBLE, PLEASE USE YOUR GAMESENSE FOLLOW US ON TIKTOK, X, INSTAGRAM, and LINKEDIN: @realtalkrj & @ryanjespersen JOIN US ON FACEBOOK: @ryanjespersen REAL TALK MERCH: https://ryanjespersen.com/merch SHOPPING FOR LUXURY CASUAL WEAR OR A CUSTOM SUIT? SAVE 10% ONLINE WITH PROMO CODE REALTALK: https://thehelmclothing.com/ 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.

Canada is at a "strategic crossroads" as an energy superpower, says Dr. David Knight Legg. The former principal advisor to Premier Jason Kenney argues Canada is perfectly positioned to meet Chinese demand. We discuss investment implications of Alberta separation talk in our feature interview presented by Mercedes-Benz Edmonton West.  THIS EPISODE IS PRESENTED BY RapidEX FINANCIAL. THE CRYPTO WORLD MOVES FAST, BUT YOUR TRUST IN AN EXCHANGE SHOULDN'T BE A GAMBLE. RapidEX IS SECURE, FINTRAC-REGISTERED, AND NON-CUSTODIAL. SAVE 50% ON FEES ON ONLINE INTERAC E-TRANSFER TRADES WITH PROMO CODE RYAN50 AT https://rapidexfinancial.com/. MBEW: https://www.mercedes-benz-edmontonwest.ca/ TELL US WHAT YOU THINK: talk@ryanjespersen.com  1:00:00 | Jespo and Johnny debrief after the DKL interview, and see what Real Talkers have to say in our Live Chat powered by Park Power. SAVE on INTERNET, ELECTRICITY, and NATURAL GAS: https://parkpower.ca/realtalk/ 1:07:00 | Hidden gem alert! We feature the award-winning Jasper Planetarium in this edition of #MyJasper Memories proudly presented by Tourism Jasper. BOOK YOUR JASPER PLANETARIUM VISIT: https://jasperplanetarium.com/ EXPLORE JASPER: https://www.jasper.travel/ 1:10:45 | We look across the country for takes on Alberta separation, including B.C. premier David Eby, Conservative MP Michelle Rempel Garner, and BQ house leader Christine Normandeau. Plus, could municipalities "separate" from their province? The Real Talk Rumour Mill™ is on it.  1:40:30 | Max Fawcett kicked a hornets' nest with his comments on federal media subsidies on May 19. Ryan highlights replies from Blacklock's Reporter publisher Holly Doan, former CRTC vice-chair Peter Menzies, and the "food professor" Dr. Sylvain Charlebois.  REGISTRATION IS OPEN FOR THE REAL TALK GOLF CLASSIC on JUNE 18 at THE RANCH: https://www.ryanjespersen.com/real-ta... REAL TALK'S LIVE STREAM IS PRESENTED BY CALIFORNIA CLOSETS. BOOK YOUR FREE CONSULTATION: https://californiaclosets.ca/ SIGN UP for YEGplus, CANADA'S FIRST AIRPORT REWARDS PROGRAM: https://yegplus.com/realtalk SAVE 10% on ONLINE MEN'S CLOTHING PURCHASES at THE HELM with promo code REALTALK: https://thehelmclothing.com/ SUPPORT INTEGRATED FIREFIGHTER-PARAMEDIC SERVICE IN ALBERTA: https://www.apffpa.ca/ GET A $50 CASINO BONUS FROM PLAY ALBERTA: https://try.playalberta.ca/lp/realtalk/ MUST BE 18+ TO PLAY. IF YOU GAMBLE, PLEASE USE YOUR GAMESENSE FOLLOW US ON TIKTOK, X, INSTAGRAM, and LINKEDIN: @realtalkrj & @ryanjespersen  JOIN US ON FACEBOOK: @ryanjespersen  REAL TALK MERCH: https://ryanjespersen.com/merch SHOPPING FOR LUXURY CASUAL WEAR OR A CUSTOM SUIT? SAVE 10% ONLINE WITH PROMO CODE REALTALK: https://thehelmclothing.com/ 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.

Premiers in B.C. and Ontario are calling out their colleague in Alberta for her "bad behaviour". This, as Western premiers gather in Kananaskis for their annual meeting on trade, the economy, energy security, defence and nation-building projects. Supriya Dwivedi digs into public statements from David Eby and Doug Ford in our feature interview presented by Mercedes-Benz Edmonton West (4:00). THIS EPISODE IS PRESENTED BY HANSEN DISTILLERY. LOOK FOR HANSEN'S BRAND NEW "DISTILLED BY HER" GIN, WITH A PORTION OF PROCEEDS BENEFITING WIN HOUSE. VISIT https://hansendistillery.com/. MBEW: https://www.mercedes-benz-edmontonwest.ca/ 1:03:00 | U.S. Ambassador to Canada Pete Hoekstra says Americans are "disappointed and frustrated" at the lack of progress in trade talks between the two countries. Supriya lays out the political ramifications of fruitless negotiations (to this point). TELL US WHAT YOU THINK: talk@ryanjespersen.com 1:13:00 | Jespo and Johnny see what Real Talkers are saying in our Live Chat powered by Park Power. We get into the Vegas Golden Knights' domination of the Western Conference Final, and remember NASCAR legend Kyle Busch, dead at 41.  SAVE on INTERNET, ELECTRICITY, and NATURAL GAS: https://parkpower.ca/realtalk 1:41:10 | The Ben Stelter School Fundraiser is Canada's largest multi-school, student-led fundraiser, having generated more than $287,000 last year alone. They're rallying support for the Ben Stelter Centre for Proton Therapy and Neuroscience, Canada's first proton therapy centre slated to open in Edmonton in 2028. We feature this remarkable initiative in Positive Reflections presented by Kuby Energy. SIGN UP YOUR SCHOOL: https://benstelterschoolfundraiser.com/ GET A FREE SOLAR QUOTE: https://kuby.ca/ REGISTRATION IS OPEN FOR THE REAL TALK GOLF CLASSIC on JUNE 18 at THE RANCH: https://www.ryanjespersen.com/real-ta... REAL TALK'S LIVE STREAM IS PRESENTED BY CALIFORNIA CLOSETS. BOOK YOUR FREE CONSULTATION: https://californiaclosets.ca/ SIGN UP for YEGplus, CANADA'S FIRST AIRPORT REWARDS PROGRAM: https://yegplus.com/realtalk SAVE 10% on ONLINE MEN'S CLOTHING PURCHASES at THE HELM with promo code REALTALK: https://thehelmclothing.com/ SUPPORT INTEGRATED FIREFIGHTER-PARAMEDIC SERVICE IN ALBERTA: https://www.apffpa.ca/ SAVE on INTERNET, ELECTRICITY, and NATURAL GAS: https://parkpower.ca/realtalk/ GET A $50 CASINO BONUS FROM PLAY ALBERTA: https://try.playalberta.ca/lp/realtalk/ MUST BE 18+ TO PLAY. IF YOU GAMBLE, PLEASE USE YOUR GAMESENSE FOLLOW US ON TIKTOK, X, INSTAGRAM, and LINKEDIN: @realtalkrj & @ryanjespersen  JOIN US ON FACEBOOK: @ryanjespersen  REAL TALK MERCH: https://ryanjespersen.com/merch SHOPPING FOR LUXURY CASUAL WEAR OR A CUSTOM SUIT? SAVE 10% ONLINE WITH PROMO CODE REALTALK: https://thehelmclothing.com/ 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.

"Referendumb and Referendumber" is how Real Talker "Noob" describes Premier Danielle Smith's plan to ask Albertans whether or not they want to be asked about the province's future in Canada. That's right - on October 19th, Albertans will vote on a referendum question asking if Alberta should hold a referendum on separating from Canada. To try to make sense of it all, we reconvene our Real Talk Group Chat Round Table with Katherine O'Neill, Sarah Hamilton, and Jarrett Campbell in our feature interview presented by Mercedes-Benz Edmonton West.  THIS EPISODE IS PRESENTED BY RapidEX FINANCIAL. THE CRYPTO WORLD MOVES FAST, BUT YOUR TRUST IN AN EXCHANGE SHOULDN'T BE A GAMBLE. RapidEX IS SECURE, FINTRAC-REGISTERED, AND NON-CUSTODIAL. SAVE 50% ON FEES ON ONLINE INTERAC E-TRANSFER TRADES WITH PROMO CODE RYAN50 AT https://rapidexfinancial.com/. MBEW: https://www.mercedes-benz-edmontonwest.ca/ TELL US WHAT YOU THINK: talk@ryanjespersen.com  1:05:30 | Have you thought much about how AI impacts creatives? Canada's arts and culture sector contributed $65 billion in direct GDP to the Canadian economy in 2024. Over the past three years, GDP stemming from the arts and culture sector has grown 8%, outpacing Canada's overall economic growth of 4%. Journalist Anne Shibata Casselman joins on the heels of Canada's first National Summit for AI and Culture in Banff and the Upper Bound AI conference in Edmonton.  MORE on ANNE: https://www.annecasselman.com/ 1:31:15 | "The hypocrisy would be hilarious if it wasn't so embarrassing." It's an All-Referendum Edition of The Flamethrower, as Real Talkers Crystal, Wayne, Robert, Kyle, Sean, Randy, and Joan sound off.  FIRE UP YOUR FLAMETHROWER: talk@ryanjespersen.com  WHEN YOU VISIT THE DQs IN PALISADES, NAMAO, NEWCASTLE, WESTMOUNT, or BASELINE ROAD, BE SURE TO TELL 'EM REAL TALK SENT YOU!  REGISTRATION IS OPEN FOR THE REAL TALK GOLF CLASSIC on JUNE 18 at THE RANCH: https://www.ryanjespersen.com/real-ta... REAL TALK'S LIVE STREAM IS PRESENTED BY CALIFORNIA CLOSETS. BOOK YOUR FREE CONSULTATION: https://californiaclosets.ca/ SIGN UP for YEGplus, CANADA'S FIRST AIRPORT REWARDS PROGRAM: https://yegplus.com/realtalk SAVE 10% on ONLINE MEN'S CLOTHING PURCHASES at THE HELM with promo code REALTALK: https://thehelmclothing.com/ SUPPORT INTEGRATED FIREFIGHTER-PARAMEDIC SERVICE IN ALBERTA: https://www.apffpa.ca/ SAVE on INTERNET, ELECTRICITY, and NATURAL GAS: https://parkpower.ca/realtalk/ GET A $50 CASINO BONUS FROM PLAY ALBERTA: playalberta.ca/realtalk MUST BE 18+ TO PLAY. IF YOU GAMBLE, PLEASE USE YOUR GAMESENSE FOLLOW US ON TIKTOK, X, INSTAGRAM, and LINKEDIN: @realtalkrj & @ryanjespersen  JOIN US ON FACEBOOK: @ryanjespersen  REAL TALK MERCH: https://ryanjespersen.com/merch SHOPPING FOR LUXURY CASUAL WEAR OR A CUSTOM SUIT? SAVE 10% ONLINE WITH PROMO CODE REALTALK: https://thehelmclothing.com/ 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.

Fireworks at the Alberta Legislature as the UCP sends out a press release announcing a committee decision on an independence referendum...before the vote's even been held. The debacle (intentional or otherwise) has Opposition critics and everyday Albertans crying foul. NDP deputy leader Rakhi Pancholi was in the room as the drama unfolded. She takes us behind the scenes in our feature interview (4:30) presented by Mercedes-Benz Edmonton West.  THIS EPISODE IS PRESENTED BY HANSEN DISTILLERY. LOOK FOR HANSEN'S BRAND NEW "DISTILLED BY HER" GIN, WITH A PORTION OF PROCEEDS BENEFITING WIN HOUSE. VISIT https://hansendistillery.com/. MBEW: https://www.mercedes-benz-edmontonwes... TELL US WHAT YOU THINK: talk@ryanjespersen.com  31:45 | Looking for fire and spice? Look no further than this back-and-forth between Jespo and Erika Barootes, founding president of the UCP and host of The Erika Barootes Show. Do you agree or disagree with Jespo about the "send a message" crowd? Send us an email: talk@ryanjespersen.com SUBSCRIBE TO ERIKA'S NEW SHOW: https://open.spotify.com/show/7tZt0T10xZZ4VoKKHDRfj8 1:12:20 | Is there a world where an Alberta Pension Plan makes sense? Marshall McAlister from North Road Investment Counsel brings the facts on the Canada Pension Plan and what an APP would mean for your retirement. CONNECT with NORTH ROAD INVESTMENT COUNSEL: https://www.northroadic.com/ 1:32:20 | Jespo and Johnny debrief after a spirited start to the show, and dip into our Live Chat powered by Park Power. SAVE on INTERNET, ELECTRICITY, and NATURAL GAS: https://parkpower.ca/realtalk/ 1:47:00 | Vote for Sonny! We celebrate the remarkable achievements of Sonny Sekhon, nominee for the NHL's prestigious Willie O'Ree Community Hero Award in this edition of Alberta Wins presented by Play Alberta.  VOTE FOR SONNY: https://www.nhl.com/community/willie-oree/willie-oree-community-hero-award CHECK OUT THIS EXCLUSIVE PLAY ALBERTA OFFER: https://try.playalberta.ca/lp/realtalk/ PLAY ALBERTA IS THE ONLY APP IN THE PROVINCE THAT PUTS ALL REVENUE DIRECTLY BACK INTO SUPPORTING PROGRAMS AND SERVICES THAT ALBERTANS RELY ON EVERY DAY. VISIT playalberta.ca/realtalk TO LEARN MORE. MUST BE 18+ TO PLAY. IF YOU GAMBLE, USE YOUR GAMESENSE. REGISTRATION IS OPEN FOR THE REAL TALK GOLF CLASSIC on JUNE 18 at THE RANCH: https://www.ryanjespersen.com/real-ta... REAL TALK'S LIVE STREAM IS PRESENTED BY CALIFORNIA CLOSETS. BOOK YOUR FREE CONSULTATION: https://californiaclosets.ca/ SIGN UP for YEGplus, CANADA'S FIRST AIRPORT REWARDS PROGRAM: https://yegplus.com/realtalk SAVE 10% on ONLINE MEN'S CLOTHING PURCHASES at THE HELM with promo code REALTALK: https://thehelmclothing.com/ SUPPORT INTEGRATED FIREFIGHTER-PARAMEDIC SERVICE IN ALBERTA: https://www.apffpa.ca/ FOLLOW US ON TIKTOK, X, INSTAGRAM, and LINKEDIN: @realtalkrj & @ryanjespersen  JOIN US ON FACEBOOK: @ryanjespersen  REAL TALK MERCH: https://ryanjespersen.com/merch SHOPPING FOR LUXURY CASUAL WEAR OR A CUSTOM SUIT? SAVE 10% ONLINE WITH PROMO CODE REALTALK: https://thehelmclothing.com/ 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.

  Crisis Negotiator Role Player Mike Wilkerson welcomes 24 Production Designer Joseph Hodges to discuss the behind the scenes details of one of the greatest "real-time" crime dramas to talk about what made the program so great. With a rotating series of Law Enforcement representatives bringing their perspective and knowledge to share more about what you see on-screen - there literally WAS and IS nothing like this program that was now released 25 years ago. Ready to understand the value, power and LEGEND of "24" on Fox, starring Kiefer Sutherland? Let's Get To it! There are few things that have gone undone on The 2GuysTalking Podcast Network. Somehow finding the reason and time to revisit the groundbreaking television show 24's first series of seasons before the original 24 Podcast launched (in the early 00's) has always been a bucket list item. The MISSION to initiate and get them done arrived in the form of a video from The Real Life Fake Wizard, discussing Hollywood's KILLING of Our Heroes, and then a clarion call to realize that if one cannot watch and be entertained, then one must MAKE THEIR OWN. We. Are. Doing. It. We are going back to Season 1, Hour 1, and looking at this groundbreaking program with not only the same great features, delivery mechanisms and FUN - but also including the unmatched perspective from 24's OWN PRODUCTION DESIGNER, Joseph Hodges. Joseph adds untold value to a program that burned a path in organized fandom 20 years ago and now returns to begin BUILDING THINGS WE WANT TO WATCH/TAKE IN as entertainment. If you're done with watching rushed storytelling, agenda-stuffed garbage and are tired of Hollywood killing YOUR heroes - then it's time to jump aboard the 24Podcast.Com effort and revel in real character developed, fevered, deliberate pace and grand storytelling - hour by hour as we navigate the first of Jack Bauer's Worst Days. This - is the 24 Podcast - our complete, detailed and always-educational review of Season 1, Hour 1 - 12am-1am on the Day of the California Presidential Primary...   The ultimate success for every podcaster – is FEEDBACK! Be sure to take just a few minutes to tell the hosts of this podcast what YOU think over at Apple Podcasts! It takes only a few minutes but helps the hosts of this program pave the way to future greatness! Not an Apple Podcasts user? No problem! Be sure to check out any of the other many growing podcast directories online to find this and many other podcasts via The Podcaster Matrix!       The 24 Podcast Connection Links:   Connect with The Hosts (and View Direct Contact information Below!) Subscribe to This Podcast & Listen Now!        Subscribe, Like, and Share Everywhere! Help The 24 Podcast Grow!   The Detailed & Always Educational Shownotes for this Episode of The 24 Podcast:   Enjoy This Series Yourselves (and Foster the Podcast)! It's easy to have the  same great experience from this series! Hit the links below and get your copy of the the series' music and media to follow along!   Two Great Ways to Listen/Watch! We all know that our project started as an AUDIO experience. That's same killer program is still here but now there are two great ways to take in the 24 Podcast! To Listen Now: Hit the play button in the player on this page or hit of the options to Subscribe via your favorite Podcast Directory to instantly get these episodes when they release! To Watch Now: Visit this program on YouTube, or hit the window located below to see the hosts, guests and light bulb moments that make this program special! https://youtu.be/WRZjksdfpjE?si=JOR1m0BT6_PFhHu9 Timestamps for this Episode of The Podcast Gauntlet: 00:00 Responsibilities of a production designer 10:41 Uncovering mole and threats within CTU 12:19 Jack confronts Mason about source 19:07 Hiring writers for storytelling and character building 22:45 Discussing DVD vs. streaming quality and features 31:13 Giving writers a tour of new set 33:45 Attention spans and content duration 38:09 TV show dynamics and director's role 45:20 Village life and community childcare 48:58 Explaining Screen Time Labs for kids' phones 57:55 Sean's impactful music and its origins 59:14 Jack investigates mole at CTU while discussing soundtracks 01:07:11 Importance of crafting compelling stories 01:10:20 Arranging logistics for filming locations 01:16:44 Discussing the impact of the soundtrack 01:20:43 Challenges with filming aerial surveillance scenes 01:27:15 Kiefer Sutherland's show-don't-tell acting技巧 01:35:00 Designing and presenting the LA Police Station concept 01:42:33 Gaming's enduring potential and originality 01:46:09 Early paintball games with the Shield cast 01:50:23 Engaging with fans through calls and video     The Parts that Make the 24Podcast.Com Effort "GO!" -- The USCCA - Education, Peace of Mind and More: The USCCA is a centerpiece of education for 2GuysTalkingGuns, in that Mike Wilkerson is a USCCA-Certified Firearms Instructor. Be sure to check out the USCCA to understand the benefits of incident insurance that goes far deeper than simply events involving a firearm. Protect your family by educating yourselves about the USCCA. 2GuysTalking is an Official Partner Organization of The USCCA. https://www.usconcealedcarry.com/ -- The Editor Corps - Make Your Podcast Soar: There's only one question to ask: Why are YOU still editing your podcast? Reclaim the time you spend on editing (easily at least twice the time you spend on capturing the program) to make more great content by enlisting "The Editor Corps" who will "Make Your Podcast Soar!" http://EditorCorps.Com -- The Voice Farm: Fred Wilkerson, Mike's Father that died in the first few days of 2018, always dreamed of a place that those interested in Voiceover could go to learn more about the industry and experience - without all the BS that goes with it. We build it four and a half years go and it continues to provide new voiceover artists and businesses looking for voiceover talent a place to go and secure great voiceover artists. http://VoiceFarmers.Com   Foster the Goals and Connect with The 24Podcast.Com Effort: It's EASY to do it all! Whether you've just recently found us, or want to get the T-shirts that foster our educational goals you can do it all here! Send your items to us at: 2GuysTalking 1200 Lake Saint Louis Boulevard  Lake Saint Louis, MO 63367 Connect with us via our quick web form or socials listed above... Wear the 24Podcast Gear: It's the EASIEST way to showcase your zeal, share it with others without saying a word and you're helping the podcasters - all at the same time! Questions Answered Inside this Episode of The Podcast Gauntlet: How did Joseph Hodges describe the unique responsibilities and influence of a production designer on a show like 24? What aspects of the show's look do you think most reflect his work? (01:09–02:10) Joseph Hodges shared anecdotes about getting the job and the process of redesigning CTU. What insights did he provide about creative flexibility and collaboration on 24? (02:59–05:31) The discussion includes strong opinions about changes in modern entertainment storytelling. Do you agree with Joseph Hodges and Mike Wilkerson that contemporary shows prioritize agendas over story? Why or why not? (17:21–19:02) Both speakers emphasize the importance of attention span in consuming media. How does 24's structure and visual style challenge viewers compared to today's “second screen” culture? (34:00–35:30) The podcast explores the impact of 9/11 on the release and editing of 24's pilot. In what ways did these real-world events shape audience perception and the show's direction? (01:01:41–01:05:05) Joseph Hodges touched on the fast character building in 24, highlighting characters like David Palmer and Nina Myers. What storytelling techniques allowed 24 to introduce complex characters quickly? (01:26:05–01:06:17) Technological limitations and props (like the Cisco Systems video conferencing) are discussed humorously. How did technology, real and imagined, shape the world and plot devices in season one? (01:17:26–01:20:01) Mike Wilkerson and Joseph Hodges reflect on parenthood and the depiction of Kim Bauer's storyline. How does the show's portrayal of teenage rebellion and danger land differently for audiences now, especially parents? (41:54–46:49) The discussion references the rapid shifts in episode release formats—from weekly airing to entire-season dumps on platforms like Netflix. How does this change the fan experience and watercooler culture evidenced in early 24 fandom? (01:39:09–01:41:09) Both speakers give the pilot a perfect rating, calling it a “gateway drug” to great storytelling. What specific elements from this first episode do you think hooked viewers and led to the show's cultural impact? (01:49:30–01:52:06) Links from Inside this Episode of The 24 Podcast: -- Looking to score one of the (XL -there are only 20 available!) Official 24 Fan Club T-Shirts from (GASP!) 20+ years ago? Contact us today and tell us you're interested! -- Take time to learn more about what LAUNCHED this new effort via the Content Clarion Call of The Real Life Fake Wizard   Sponsors of This Episode of The 24 Podcast: Looking to establish some of the most pound-for-pound online message power when it comes to educational content and great storytelling? Connect with The 2GuysTalking Podcast Network and take advantage of Perpetual Advertising NOW! Tell Us What You Think of This Episode of The 24 Podcast: Few things are more valuable than feedback. We talk about a LOT of hot-topic subjects inside The Podcast Gauntlet and now - it's time for YO

  Crisis Negotiator Role Player Mike Wilkerson welcomes 24 Production Designer Joseph Hodges to discuss the behind the scenes details of one of the greatest "real-time" crime dramas to talk about what made the program so great. With a rotating series of Law Enforcement representatives bringing their perspective and knowledge to share more about what you see on-screen - there literally WAS and IS nothing like this program that was now released 25 years ago. Ready to understand the value, power and LEGEND of "24" on Fox, starring Kiefer Sutherland? Let's Get To it! There are few things that have gone undone on The 2GuysTalking Podcast Network. Somehow finding the reason and time to revisit the groundbreaking television show 24's first series of seasons before the original 24 Podcast launched (in the early 00's) has always been a bucket list item. The MISSION to initiate and get them done arrived in the form of a video from The Real Life Fake Wizard, discussing Hollywood's KILLING of Our Heroes, and then a clarion call to realize that if one cannot watch and be entertained, then one must MAKE THEIR OWN. We. Are. Doing. It. We are going back to Season 1, Hour 1, and looking at this groundbreaking program with not only the same great features, delivery mechanisms and FUN - but also including the unmatched perspective from 24's OWN PRODUCTION DESIGNER, Joseph Hodges. Joseph adds untold value to a program that burned a path in organized fandom 20 years ago and now returns to begin BUILDING THINGS WE WANT TO WATCH/TAKE IN as entertainment. If you're done with watching rushed storytelling, agenda-stuffed garbage and are tired of Hollywood killing YOUR heroes - then it's time to jump aboard the 24Podcast.Com effort and revel in real character developed, fevered, deliberate pace and grand storytelling - hour by hour as we navigate the first of Jack Bauer's Worst Days. This - is the 24 Podcast - our complete, detailed and always-educational review of Season 1, Hour 1 - 12am-1am on the Day of the California Presidential Primary...   The ultimate success for every podcaster – is FEEDBACK! Be sure to take just a few minutes to tell the hosts of this podcast what YOU think over at Apple Podcasts! It takes only a few minutes but helps the hosts of this program pave the way to future greatness! Not an Apple Podcasts user? No problem! 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To Listen Now: Hit the play button in the player on this page or hit of the options to Subscribe via your favorite Podcast Directory to instantly get these episodes when they release! To Watch Now: Visit this program on YouTube, or hit the window located below to see the hosts, guests and light bulb moments that make this program special! https://youtu.be/WRZjksdfpjE?si=JOR1m0BT6_PFhHu9 Timestamps for this Episode of The Podcast Gauntlet: 00:00 Responsibilities of a production designer 10:41 Uncovering mole and threats within CTU 12:19 Jack confronts Mason about source 19:07 Hiring writers for storytelling and character building 22:45 Discussing DVD vs. streaming quality and features 31:13 Giving writers a tour of new set 33:45 Attention spans and content duration 38:09 TV show dynamics and director's role 45:20 Village life and community childcare 48:58 Explaining Screen Time Labs for kids' phones 57:55 Sean's impactful music and its origins 59:14 Jack investigates mole at CTU while discussing soundtracks 01:07:11 Importance of crafting compelling stories 01:10:20 Arranging logistics for filming locations 01:16:44 Discussing the impact of the soundtrack 01:20:43 Challenges with filming aerial surveillance scenes 01:27:15 Kiefer Sutherland's show-don't-tell acting技巧 01:35:00 Designing and presenting the LA Police Station concept 01:42:33 Gaming's enduring potential and originality 01:46:09 Early paintball games with the Shield cast 01:50:23 Engaging with fans through calls and video     The Parts that Make the 24Podcast.Com Effort "GO!" -- The USCCA - Education, Peace of Mind and More: The USCCA is a centerpiece of education for 2GuysTalkingGuns, in that Mike Wilkerson is a USCCA-Certified Firearms Instructor. Be sure to check out the USCCA to understand the benefits of incident insurance that goes far deeper than simply events involving a firearm. Protect your family by educating yourselves about the USCCA. 2GuysTalking is an Official Partner Organization of The USCCA. https://www.usconcealedcarry.com/ -- The Editor Corps - Make Your Podcast Soar: There's only one question to ask: Why are YOU still editing your podcast? Reclaim the time you spend on editing (easily at least twice the time you spend on capturing the program) to make more great content by enlisting "The Editor Corps" who will "Make Your Podcast Soar!" http://EditorCorps.Com -- The Voice Farm: Fred Wilkerson, Mike's Father that died in the first few days of 2018, always dreamed of a place that those interested in Voiceover could go to learn more about the industry and experience - without all the BS that goes with it. We build it four and a half years go and it continues to provide new voiceover artists and businesses looking for voiceover talent a place to go and secure great voiceover artists. http://VoiceFarmers.Com   Foster the Goals and Connect with The 24Podcast.Com Effort: It's EASY to do it all! Whether you've just recently found us, or want to get the T-shirts that foster our educational goals you can do it all here! Send your items to us at: 2GuysTalking 1200 Lake Saint Louis Boulevard  Lake Saint Louis, MO 63367 Connect with us via our quick web form or socials listed above... Wear the 24Podcast Gear: It's the EASIEST way to showcase your zeal, share it with others without saying a word and you're helping the podcasters - all at the same time! Questions Answered Inside this Episode of The Podcast Gauntlet: How did Joseph Hodges describe the unique responsibilities and influence of a production designer on a show like 24? What aspects of the show's look do you think most reflect his work? (01:09–02:10) Joseph Hodges shared anecdotes about getting the job and the process of redesigning CTU. What insights did he provide about creative flexibility and collaboration on 24? (02:59–05:31) The discussion includes strong opinions about changes in modern entertainment storytelling. Do you agree with Joseph Hodges and Mike Wilkerson that contemporary shows prioritize agendas over story? Why or why not? (17:21–19:02) Both speakers emphasize the importance of attention span in consuming media. How does 24's structure and visual style challenge viewers compared to today's “second screen” culture? (34:00–35:30) The podcast explores the impact of 9/11 on the release and editing of 24's pilot. In what ways did these real-world events shape audience perception and the show's direction? (01:01:41–01:05:05) Joseph Hodges touched on the fast character building in 24, highlighting characters like David Palmer and Nina Myers. What storytelling techniques allowed 24 to introduce complex characters quickly? (01:26:05–01:06:17) Technological limitations and props (like the Cisco Systems video conferencing) are discussed humorously. How did technology, real and imagined, shape the world and plot devices in season one? (01:17:26–01:20:01) Mike Wilkerson and Joseph Hodges reflect on parenthood and the depiction of Kim Bauer's storyline. How does the show's portrayal of teenage rebellion and danger land differently for audiences now, especially parents? (41:54–46:49) The discussion references the rapid shifts in episode release formats—from weekly airing to entire-season dumps on platforms like Netflix. How does this change the fan experience and watercooler culture evidenced in early 24 fandom? (01:39:09–01:41:09) Both speakers give the pilot a perfect rating, calling it a “gateway drug” to great storytelling. What specific elements from this first episode do you think hooked viewers and led to the show's cultural impact? (01:49:30–01:52:06) Links from Inside this Episode of The 24 Podcast: -- Looking to score one of the (XL -there are only 20 available!) Official 24 Fan Club T-Shirts from (GASP!) 20+ years ago? Contact us today and tell us you're interested! -- Take time to learn more about what LAUNCHED this new effort via the Content Clarion Call of The Real Life Fake Wizard   Sponsors of This Episode of The 24 Podcast: Looking to establish some of the most pound-for-pound online message power when it comes to educational content and great storytelling? Connect with The 2GuysTalking Podcast Network and take advantage of Perpetual Advertising NOW! Tell Us What You Think of This Episode of The 24 Podcast: Few things are more valuable than feedback. We talk about a LOT of hot-topic subjects inside The Podcast Gauntlet and now - it's time for YO

This is a really big deal. As we record this episode, Ottawa and Alberta are closing in on an agreement that will see industrial carbon pricing rise more gradually (reportedly to $130 a tonne by 2040 instead of $170 by 2030). Industry says certainty matters. Investors say pricing matters. And politically? The timing is impossible to ignore. With separatist sentiment simmering and talk of a referendum this fall, some see this as Ottawa finally showing flexibility with Alberta — maybe even an example of Confederation actually working. But not everybody's celebrating. BC Premier David Eby says Alberta may be getting special treatment that could put other provinces at a competitive disadvantage. So now the question becomes: is this smart economic policy, political damage control, or both? We unpack what this deal could mean for Alberta's economy, emissions targets, national unity, and the broader future of carbon pricing in Canada with political commentator Rob Breakenridge (4:10) in our feature interview presented by Mercedes-Benz Edmonton West.  THIS EPISODE IS PRESENTED BY RapidEX FINANCIAL. THE CRYPTO WORLD MOVES FAST, BUT YOUR TRUST IN AN EXCHANGE SHOULDN'T BE A GAMBLE. RapidEX IS SECURE, FINTRAC-REGISTERED, AND NON-CUSTODIAL. SAVE 50% ON FEES ON ONLINE INTERAC E-TRANSFER TRADES WITH PROMO CODE RYAN50 AT https://rapidexfinancial.com/. READ ROB'S WORK: https://robbreakenridge.substack.com/ MBEW: https://www.mercedes-benz-edmontonwest.ca/ 40:00 | Supriya Dwivedi joins us outside her regular Monday appearance with an inside scoop on a media controversy that's raising serious questions about newsroom culture, editorial independence, and the blurry line between reporting and opinion. After publicly criticizing a Toronto Star report on Mark Carney and Nate Erskine-Smith, Supriya says the paper pulled her column over a tweet that challenged the story's accuracy — even after the Star later issued a correction. We get into what happened behind the scenes, the Star's social media policy, and whether legacy media organizations are struggling to handle internal dissent in an era of real-time commentary and public accountability. (And, of course, we ask her about the Alberta-Ottawa emissions deal.) TELL US WHAT YOU THINK: talk@ryanjespersen.com 1:11:30 | We've been SLAMMED with emails re: the court ruling against the separatist petition and the Alberta data breach. Real Talkers Reg in Calgary, Dom in Calgary, Peaches in Alberta Beach, K-Park, Anne, Jeff, Alex, JJ Needs a Nap, and Michael sound off in The Flamethrower proudly presented by the DQs in Northwest Edmonton and Sherwood Park!  FIRE UP YOUR FLAMETHROWER: talk@ryanjespersen.com  WHEN YOU VISIT THE DQs IN PALISADES, NAMAO, NEWCASTLE, WESTMOUNT, or BASELINE ROAD, BE SURE TO TELL 'EM REAL TALK SENT YOU!  SIGN UP for YEGplus, CANADA'S FIRST AIRPORT REWARDS PROGRAM: https://yegplus.com/realtalk REAL TALK'S LIVE STREAM IS PRESENTED BY CALIFORNIA CLOSETS. BOOK YOUR FREE CONSULTATION: https://californiaclosets.ca/ ENTER TO WIN TWO TICKETS TO OPENING NIGHT OF "SIEGFRIED" PRESENTED BY EDMONTON OPERA ON MAY 25: Email talk@ryanjespersen.com with RealTalkRJEO in the subject line. Winner will be drawn Tuesday, May 19 and notified by email. FOLLOW US ON TIKTOK, X, INSTAGRAM, and LINKEDIN: @realtalkrj & @ryanjespersen  JOIN US ON FACEBOOK: @ryanjespersen  REAL TALK MERCH: https://ryanjespersen.com/merch SHOPPING FOR LUXURY CASUAL WEAR OR A CUSTOM SUIT? SAVE 10% ONLINE WITH PROMO CODE REALTALK: https://thehelmclothing.com/ 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.

Alberta judge Shaina Leonard delivers a blow to the separatist movement, ruling petition organizers failed to consult First Nations whose treaty rights would be directly impacted by Alberta leaving Canada. Premier Danielle Smith immediately vows to appeal, suggesting the ruling is "undemocratic". Jespo leads off with a few thoughts (including the political calculus behind Smith's statement), and we connect with Athabasca Chipewyan First Nation Chief Allan Adam (41:20), who says the court's decision should close the chapter on separation talk once and for all.  TELL US WHAT YOU THINK: talk@ryanjespersen.com  THIS EPISODE IS PRESENTED BY HANSEN DISTILLERY. LOOK FOR HANSEN'S BRAND NEW "DISTILLED BY HER" GIN, WITH A PORTION OF PROCEEDS BENEFITING WIN HOUSE. VISIT https://hansendistillery.com/. 12:30 | Are you "cognitively surrendering" to Artificial Intelligence? Author Leah Eichler gives us something important to think about re: our relationship with AI in our feature interview presented by Mercedes-Benz Edmonton West.  READ LEAH'S PIECE in THE GLOBE: https://www.theglobeandmail.com/life/social-trends/article-is-ai-coming-for-our-thinking-behold-the-age-of-cognitive-surrender/ CONNECT with LEAH: https://leaheichler.com/ MBEW: https://www.mercedes-benz-edmontonwes... 41:20 | Athabasca Chipewyan First Nation Chief Allan Adam comments on Justice Leonard's ruling on the separatist petition and Premier Danielle Smith's vow to appeal. TELL US WHAT YOU THINK: talk@ryanjespersen.com  53:40 | Real Talker Cara shouts out volunteer and full-time firefighters and EMTs in a timely edition of Alberta Wins presented by Play Alberta.  PLAY ALBERTA IS THE ONLY APP IN THE PROVINCE THAT PUTS ALL REVENUE DIRECTLY BACK INTO SUPPORTING PROGRAMS AND SERVICES THAT ALBERTANS RELY ON EVERY DAY. VISIT playalberta.ca/realtalk TO LEARN MORE. MUST BE 18+ TO PLAY. IF YOU GAMBLE, USE YOUR GAMESENSE. 56:45 | What do you think about Justice Leonard's decision on the separation petition? Real Talkers chime in via our Live Chat powered by Park Power. SAVE on INTERNET, ELECTRICITY, and NATURAL GAS: https://parkpower.ca/realtalk/ 1:27:15 | As MLA Scott Sinclair is welcomed back to the UCP caucus, Jespo shares what he suspects went into the decision. Agree or disagree?  SIGN UP for YEGplus, CANADA'S FIRST AIRPORT REWARDS PROGRAM: https://yegplus.com/realtalk REAL TALK'S LIVE STREAM IS PRESENTED BY CALIFORNIA CLOSETS. BOOK YOUR FREE CONSULTATION: https://californiaclosets.ca/ ENTER TO WIN TWO TICKETS TO OPENING NIGHT OF "SIEGFRIED" PRESENTED BY EDMONTON OPERA ON MAY 25: Email talk@ryanjespersen.com with RealTalkRJEO in the subject line. Winner will be drawn Tuesday, May 19 and notified by email. FOLLOW US ON TIKTOK, X, INSTAGRAM, and LINKEDIN: @realtalkrj & @ryanjespersen  JOIN US ON FACEBOOK: @ryanjespersen  REAL TALK MERCH: https://ryanjespersen.com/merch SHOPPING FOR LUXURY CASUAL WEAR OR A CUSTOM SUIT? SAVE 10% ONLINE WITH PROMO CODE REALTALK: https://thehelmclothing.com/ 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.

Alleged data leaker David Parker is refusing to cooperate with Elections Alberta's investigation into the voter list breach. Furthermore, the Take Back Alberta and Centurion Project founder is rejecting a cease and desist letter from Alberta's chief electoral officer. What the hell? In our feature interview presented by Mercedes-Benz Edmonton West, we talk to three of the nearly 40 Alberta academics who signed an open letter demanding a public inquiry - Dr. Melanee Thomas, Professor Lori Williams, and Dr. Jared Wesley (6:00).  THIS EPISODE IS PRESENTED BY HANSEN DISTILLERY. LOOK FOR HANSEN'S BRAND NEW "DISTILLED BY HER" GIN, WITH A PORTION OF PROCEEDS BENEFITING WIN HOUSE. VISIT https://hansendistillery.com/. MBEW: https://www.mercedes-benz-edmontonwest.ca/ TELL US WHAT YOU THINK: talk@ryanjespersen.com  1:02:30 | Real Talkers have a LOT to say about David Parker and the data leak. Jespo and Johnny dip into the Real Talk Live Chat powered by Park Power.  SAVE on INTERNET, ELECTRICITY, and NATURAL GAS: https://parkpower.ca/realtalk/ 1:28:45 | Real Talker Lyndsey expects more from Arts, Culture, and Status of Women Minister Tanya Fir. She lays it out in an email to talk@ryanjespersen.com.  1:41:15 | Alberta firefighters warn changes to the integrated fire-paramedic model will hurt frontline emergency services. We revisit our eye-opening Real Talk Round Table from May 11.  WATCH THE FULL INTERVIEW: https://rtrj.info/051126APFFPA APFFPA: https://www.apffpa.ca/ REAL TALK'S LIVE STREAM IS PRESENTED BY CALIFORNIA CLOSETS. BOOK YOUR FREE CONSULTATION TODAY: https://californiaclosets.ca/ FLYING OUT OF EDMONTON? SIGN UP FOR CANADA'S FIRST AIRPORT LOYALTY PROGRAM: https://yegplus.com/realtalk BOOK YOUR NEXT EVENT at EDMONTON CONVENTION CENTRE: https://www.edmontonconventioncentre.... 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 March of 2026, the International Olympic Committee released a new policy on the Protection of the Female (Women's) Category in Olympic Sports. This new policy is applicable to the 2028 Olympic Games to be hosted in Los Angeles and onward and is not being applied retroactively or to any grassroots or recreational sports programs.  But what does this new policy address and how what should we think about this. I have a longtime friend and mentor as my guest today who will help us work through this topic.    Connect with The Host! Subscribe to This Podcast Now!     The ultimate success for every podcaster – is FEEDBACK! Be sure to take just a few minutes to tell the hosts of this podcast what YOU think over at Apple Podcasts! It takes only a few minutes but helps the hosts of this program pave the way to future greatness! Not an Apple Podcasts user? No problem! Be sure to check out any of the other many growing podcast directories online to find this and many other podcasts via The Podcaster Matrix!     Housekeeping -- Get the whole story about Dr. Mark and his launch into this program, by listing to his "101" episode that'll get you educated, caught up and in tune with the Doctor that's in the podcast house! Listen Now! -- Interested in being a Guest on The Pediatric Sports Medicine Podcast? Connect with Mark today!   Links from this Episode: -- Dr. Mark Halstead: On the Web -- On X  -- David Allen, MD Profile https://www.uwhealth.org/providers/david-b-allen-md Publications/Milestones https://www.pediatrics.wisc.edu/staff/allen-david/ IOC New 2026 Policy on Protection of Female (Women) Category in Olympic Sports https://www.olympics.com/ioc/news/international-olympic-committee-announces-new-policy-on-the-protection-of-the-female-women-s-category-in-olympic-sport Rupert JL. Genitals to genes: the history and biology of gender verification in the Olympics. Can Bull Med Hist. 2011;28(2):339-65. doi: 10.3138/cbmh.28.2.339. PMID: 22164600. https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/22164600/   Calls to the Audience Inside this Episode: -- Be sure to interact with the host, send detailed feedback via our customized form and connect via ALL of our social media platforms! Do that over here now! -- Interested in being a guest inside The Pediatric Sports Medicine Podcast with Dr. Mark? Tell us now! -- Ready to share your business, organization or efforts message with Dr. Mark's focused audience? Let's have a chat! -- Do you have feedback you'd like to share with Dr. Mark from this episode? Share YOUR perspective!   Be an Advertiser/Sponsor for This Program!     Tell Us What You Think! Feedback is the cornerstone and engine of all great podcast. Be sure to chime in with your thoughts, perspective sand more.  Share your insight and experiences with Dr. Mark by clicking here!   The Host of this Program: Mark Halstead:  Dr. Mark Halstead received his medical degree from the University of Wisconsin Medical School. He stayed at the University of Wisconsin for his pediatric residency, followed by a year as the chief resident. Following residency, he completed a pediatric and adult sports medicine fellowship at Vanderbilt University. He has been an elected member to the American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) Council on Sports Medicine and Fitness and the Board of Directors of the American Medical Society for Sports Medicine (AMSSM). He has served as a team physician or medical consultant to numerous high schools, Vanderbilt University, Belmont University, Washington University, St. Louis Cardinals, St. Louis Blues, St. Louis Athletica, and St. Louis Rams. He serves and has served on many local, regional and national committees as an advisor for sports medicine and concussions. Dr. Halstead is a national recognized expert in sport-related concussions and pediatric sports medicine. — Dr. Mark Halstead on Facebook — Dr. Mark Halstead on LinkedIn — Dr. Mark Halstead on X — Learn Why The Pediatric Sports Medicine Podcast Exists...   The Guest Featured Inside this Program: David Allen David B. Allen, MD, is Professor of Pediatrics at the University of Wisconsin School of Medicine and Public Health, and Head of Endocrinology and Diabetes and Director of the Endocrinology and Diabetes Fellowship Program at the University of Wisconsin American Family Children's Hospital in Madison.  He graduated from Stanford University with honors in humanities and biology, obtained his MD degree from Duke University School of Medicine, and completed pediatric residency, chief residency, and a fellowship training at the University of Wisconsin. He is the recipient of numerous awards for excellence in education, clinical care, and academic leadership, most notably the ACGME Parker Palmer “Courage to Teach” national award, the University of Wisconsin Presidential Physician Leadership Award, the Wisconsin Medical Alumni Association Career Citation Award, the University of Wisconsin Clinical Educator Award, and the Judson Van Wyk Prize for outstanding career achievement given by the Pediatric Endocrine Society. Dr. Allen served as Director of the UW Pediatric Residency Program from 1993-2007 and as Program Director of the UW Pediatric Endocrinology and Diabetes Fellowship since 2003.  On the national level, Dr. Allen was elected Director (2000-2003) and then President (2010-2011) of the Pediatric Endocrine Society.  He served as Chair of the Wisconsin Endocrine Newborn Screening Committee from 1991-2015, and as member of the American Board of Pediatrics sub-board for Pediatric Endocrinology 2010-2015.  He is an editorial reviewer for numerous peer-reviewed journals, served as editorial board member for the Journal of Clinical Endocrinology and Metabolism and Associate Editor for the International Journal of Pediatric Endocrinology.  On the international level, Dr. Allen was selected to Chair the Organizing Committee for and then serve as President of the 2017 10th International Meeting of Pediatric Endocrinology. His research interests have included innovative use of human growth hormone to restore normal growth and increase physical function in children with glucocorticoid-induced growth suppression and with Prader-Willi syndrome. He has also led studies of childhood adipose organ development and dysfunction, improving fitness and insulin sensitivity to prevent diabetes onset in children, improving newborn screening programs for endocrine disorders, and preventing and assessing systemic effects of inhaled corticosteroids.  Throughout his career, Dr. Allen has also spoken and published extensively about issues of ethics and cost-effectiveness in the treatment of disorders of childhood growth.  He has written more than 240 articles, letters, monographs, and book chapters, edited 4 textbooks, and has presented at more than 180 regional, national, and international meetings. Dr. Allen's personal interests include improvisational jazz piano and providing philanthropic music for local charities and missions.  He is an avid cyclist, skier, and runner (two-time US Olympic Marathon trials qualifier with a PR of 2 hours 17 minutes) and most importantly, a doting grandfather.

A massive data breach exposing the personal information of nearly three million Alberta voters is now fuelling political chaos, finger-pointing, and serious questions about public trust. Journalist Jen Gerson (7:00) argues the scandal has fundamentally undermined both Elections Alberta and the legitimacy of any push toward a separation referendum. She joins us in our feature interview presented by Mercedes-Benz Edmonton West to explain why (and how) she believes Premier Danielle Smith should seize this moment. THIS EPISODE IS PRESENTED BY HANSEN DISTILLERY. LOOK FOR HANSEN'S BRAND NEW "DISTILLED BY HER" GIN - JUST IN TIME FOR MOTHER'S DAY! VISIT https://hansendistillery.com/. MBEW: https://www.mercedes-benz-edmontonwest.ca/ TELL US WHAT YOU THINK: talk@ryanjespersen.com  35:20 | Real Talkers have their say on the voter list leak in our Live Chat powered by Park Power. SAVE on INTERNET, ELECTRICITY, and NATURAL GAS: https://parkpower.ca/realtalk/ 1:25:00 | Did you catch the Toronto Maple Leafs' news conference introducing new GM John Chayka? WOW. We can't help ourselves... FLYING OUT OF EDMONTON? SIGN UP FOR CANADA'S FIRST AIRPORT LOYALTY PROGRAM: https://yegplus.com/realtalk BOOK YOUR NEXT EVENT at EDMONTON CONVENTION CENTRE: https://www.edmontonconventioncentre.... 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.

Millions of Albertans have been betrayed by bad actors fighting for separation. A major data breach involving Alberta's voter registry is raising serious questions about privacy, security, and political extremism. Reports suggest a separatist group may have accessed and distributed sensitive personal information, potentially putting thousands of Albertans at risk. How did this happen, who's responsible, and what are the consequences for public trust in our democracy? We break it down with Supriya Dwivedi (4:30) in our feature interview presented by Mercedes-Benz Edmonton West.  THIS EPISODE IS PRESENTED BY RapidEX FINANCIAL. THE CRYPTO WORLD MOVES FAST, BUT YOUR TRUST IN AN EXCHANGE SHOULDN'T BE A GAMBLE. RapidEX IS SECURE, FINTRAC-REGISTERED, AND NON-CUSTODIAL. SAVE 50% ON FEES ON ONLINE INTERAC E-TRANSFER TRADES WITH PROMO CODE RYAN50 AT https://rapidexfinancial.com/. MBEW: https://www.mercedes-benz-edmontonwest.ca/ TELL US WHAT YOU THINK: talk@ryanjespersen.com  37:00 | Supriya updates us on the China/India foreign interference story, and comments on Pierre Poilievre's demand for Mark Carney to be more transparent on Canada's ongoing negotiations with the U.S. 49:00 | Great news for travellers in and around Edmonton, as Porter Airlines announces four new destinations out of YEG. Porter Airlines VP Andrew Pierce and YEG VP James Jackson tell us how the deal came about, and what it means for the metro Edmonton region. We get James' take on Ottawa's musings around private ownership of airports and a potential (huge) infusion of investment and talent relating to Canada's defence strategy. SIGN UP FOR YEGplus: yegplus.com/realtalk 1:12:30 | Real Talkers have their say on the voter list data breach in our Live Chat powered by Park Power. SAVE on INTERNET, ELECTRICITY, and NATURAL GAS: https://parkpower.ca/realtalk/ 1:38:30 | Real Talker Hayley authors this week's Positive Reflections, celebrating an historic win at the Kentucky Derby. Positive Reflections is proudly presented by our friends at Solar by Kuby.  GET A FREE SOLAR QUOTE TODAY: https://kuby.ca/ BOOK YOUR NEXT EVENT at EDMONTON CONVENTION CENTRE: https://www.edmontonconventioncentre.... 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.

Mikael Colville-Andersen has worked in more than 100 cities around the world, "putting the 'f*ck you' back into urbanism". The Fort McMurray-born Copenhagen resident explains the f-bomb and brings fascinating insights on city design in times of crisis in our feature interview presented by Mercedes-Benz Edmonton West (33:00).  But first... 6:00 | Minister Eleanor Olszewski talks major projects and the Canada Strong Fund, and updates us on Jasper's rebuild.  THIS EPISODE IS PRESENTED BY RapidEX FINANCIAL. THE CRYPTO WORLD MOVES FAST, BUT YOUR TRUST IN AN EXCHANGE SHOULDN'T BE A GAMBLE. RapidEX IS SECURE, FINTRAC-REGISTERED, AND NON-CUSTODIAL. SAVE 50% ON FEES ON ONLINE INTERAC E-TRANSFER TRADES WITH PROMO CODE RYAN50 AT https://rapidexfinancial.com/. TELL US WHAT YOU THINK: talk@ryanjespersen.com MBEW: https://www.mercedes-benz-edmontonwest.ca/ MIKAEL COLVILLE-ANDERSEN: https://www.colville-andersen.com/ ATTEND MIKAEL'S MAY 1 TALK in EDMONTON: https://www.michaeljanz.ca/cityhalltalk3 1:18:00 | Jespo and Johnny talk 15 minute cities and check in our our Live Chat powered by Park Power. SAVE on INTERNET, ELECTRICITY, and NATURAL GAS: https://parkpower.ca/realtalk/ 1:30:00 | Jim's gonna need some time to get over the Oilers' round one loss to Anaheim; Russ is piiiiiiiissed about Alberta separatists releasing confidential voter info; KP isn't sold on Mark Carney's new sovereign wealth fund; Debbie in Nova Scotia says we missed a biggie in our gerrymandering coverage; Dr. Harry says the UCP made an "unconscionable" decision on photo radar; and Laura's all for rebranding the Alberta NDP. It's The Flamethrower proudly presented by our amazing friends at 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, or BASELINE ROAD, BE SURE TO TELL 'EM REAL TALK SENT YOU!  BOOK YOUR NEXT EVENT at EDMONTON CONVENTION CENTRE: https://www.edmontonconventioncentre.... 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.

The health of democracy comes down to three basic questions: Are the rules applied equally? Is government accountable? And is it actually serving the public? In this episode, political scientists Dr. Jared Wesley and Dr. Feo Snagovsky put Alberta's UCP government to the test in our feature interview (3:15) presented by Mercedes-Benz Edmonton West. THIS EPISODE IS PRESENTED BY RapidEX FINANCIAL. THE CRYPTO WORLD MOVES FAST, BUT YOUR TRUST IN AN EXCHANGE SHOULDN'T BE A GAMBLE. RapidEX IS SECURE, FINTRAC-REGISTERED, AND NON-CUSTODIAL. SAVE 50% ON FEES ON ONLINE INTERAC E-TRANSFER TRADES WITH PROMO CODE RYAN50 AT https://rapidexfinancial.com/. MBEW: https://www.mercedes-benz-edmontonwest.ca/ DR. WESLEY'S SUBSTACK: https://drjaredwesley.substack.com/ COMMON GROUND POLITICS: https://www.commongroundpolitics.ca/ TELL US WHAT YOU THINK: talk@ryanjespersen.com  1:18:00 | Jespo and Johnny's hearts are in their throats ahead of Game Five of the Oilers-Ducks series. Jespo tangles with a troll in our Live Chat powered by Park Power. We mourn the sudden loss of former NHL goalie and colour commentator John "Cheech" Garrett.  SAVE on INTERNET, ELECTRICITY, and NATURAL GAS: https://parkpower.ca/realtalk/ BOOK YOUR NEXT EVENT at EDMONTON CONVENTION CENTRE: https://www.edmontonconventioncentre.... 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.

We didn't see the "Daddy Carney" comments coming, but you never know what you're going to get around the Real Talk Round Table. Six months after their election wins, Calgary Mayor Jeromy Farkas and Edmonton Mayor Andrew Knack (3:30) dig into infrastructure woes, electoral boundary changes, provincial relations, infill strategy, a potential Winter Olympics bid, high speed rail, Alberta separation, and more in our feature interview presented by Mercedes-Benz Edmonton West.   THIS EPISODE IS PRESENTED BY RapidEX FINANCIAL. THE CRYPTO WORLD MOVES FAST, BUT YOUR TRUST IN AN EXCHANGE SHOULDN'T BE A GAMBLE. RapidEX IS SECURE, FINTRAC-REGISTERED, AND NON-CUSTODIAL. SAVE 50% ON FEES ON ONLINE INTERAC E-TRANSFER TRADES WITH PROMO CODE RYAN50 AT https://rapidexfinancial.com/. MBEW: https://www.mercedes-benz-edmontonwest.ca/ TELL US WHAT YOU THINK: talk@ryanjespersen.com  1:08:00 | Does the new One Project, One Review agreement between Alberta and Ottawa - and Alberta's proposed 120-day approval legislation - actually make the province more competitive? Shauna Feth, president and CEO of Alberta Chambers of Commerce, has her Eye on Alberta Business.  REGISTER for the AB CHAMBERS AGM in MAY: https://www.abchamber.ca/event/2026-agm-and-policy-plenary-session-in-whitecourt/ 1:25:00 | Jespo tees up a big event he's hosting, including a tip for anybody getting dressed up in a tux. Real Talkers tell us how they feel about door-to-door sales in the Real Talk Live Chat powered by Park Power. SAVE on INTERNET, ELECTRICITY, and NATURAL GAS: https://parkpower.ca/realtalk 1:47:00 | Real Talkers KP, Chris, and Brenda are fired up over UCP gerrymandering allegations; Nathan's taking back a couple flags; and Roger calls Jespo to the carpet for his comment about adult autograph seekers. It's The Flamethrower presented by our amazing friends at 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, or BASELINE ROAD, BE SURE TO TELL 'EM REAL TALK SENT YOU!  BOOK YOUR NEXT EVENT at EDMONTON CONVENTION CENTRE: https://www.edmontonconventioncentre.... 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.

If the Liberals sweep the by-elections in Toronto and Terrebonne, QC - or even go two for three - there'll be no looking back for PM Mark Carney. Then, there's the possibility even more MPs could cross the floor to what would be a majority government. What's the likelihood it all plays out this way? We ask National Observer lead columnist Max Fawcett (4:15) in our feature interview presented by Mercedes-Benz Edmonton West.  THIS EPISODE IS PRESENTED BY RapidEX FINANCIAL. THE CRYPTO WORLD MOVES FAST, BUT YOUR TRUST IN AN EXCHANGE SHOULDN'T BE A GAMBLE. RapidEX IS SECURE, FINTRAC-REGISTERED, AND NON-CUSTODIAL. SAVE 50% ON FEES ON ONLINE INTERAC E-TRANSFER TRADES WITH PROMO CODE RYAN50 AT https://rapidexfinancial.com/. READ MAX'S COLUMN: https://www.nationalobserver.com/2026/04/13/opinion/alberta-separatism-canada-response MBEW: https://www.mercedes-benz-edmontonwest.ca/ 51:30 | Cardiac surgeon Dr. Steven Meyer and University Hospital Foundation president/CEO Dr. Jodi Abbott give us a perspective check on the importance of cardiac care (including heart transplant surgeries) at the Mazankowski Alberta Heart Institute, and how the Full House Lottery plays a critical role in fundraising.  GET YOUR FULL HOUSE LOTTERY TICKETS TODAY: https://bit.ly/4sWLHOz 1:13:20 | What a weekend! Jespo and Johnny recap Justin Bieber, Justin Trudeau, and Katy Perry at Coachella, Artemis II returning to Earth, and Rory McIlroy going back-to-back at The Masters.  1:31:00 | Real Talker Emily G passes along a curious photo from Pierre Poilievre's adopted riding of Battle River-Crowfoot. What do you think is going on? TELL US WHAT YOU THINK: talk@ryanjespersen.com  1:37:00 | MAGA's officially lost Megyn Kelly.  1:44:00 | Real Talkers Mike and Sabrina share their thoughts on the true value of the Artemis II mission. Positive Reflections is presented weekly on Real Talk by our friends at Solar by Kuby. GET A FREE SOLAR QUOTE TODAY: 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.

Close to 40 Conservative MPs fear Pierre Poilievre will cost them their seats, party insiders tell the Toronto Star. What does this mean for Mr. Poilievre and the CPC? Journalist Raisa Patel joins from Ottawa (8:00) in our feature interview presented by Mercedes-Benz Edmonton West.  THIS EPISODE IS PRESENTED BY RapidEX FINANCIAL. THE CRYPTO WORLD MOVES FAST, BUT YOUR TRUST IN AN EXCHANGE SHOULDN'T BE A GAMBLE. RapidEX IS SECURE, FINTRAC-REGISTERED, AND NON-CUSTODIAL. SAVE 50% ON FEES ON ONLINE INTERAC E-TRANSFER TRADES WITH PROMO CODE RYAN50 AT https://rapidexfinancial.com/. READ THE STORY: https://www.thestar.com/politics/up-to-40-conservative-mps-fear-pierre-poilievre-will-cost-them-their-seats-insiders-say/article_e2c68002-790d-4a0a-9dc3-7cc6eb9191b5.html MBEW: https://www.mercedes-benz-edmontonwest.ca/ 30:20 | Real Talkers chime in on floor crossings and Poilievre's future in our Live Chat powered by Park Power. SAVE on INTERNET, ELECTRICITY, and NATURAL GAS: https://parkpower.ca/realtalk 34:15 | Support for Alberta separatism is at a five year high, say pollsters at Pollara Strategic Insights. Dan Arnold joins from Liberal Convention in Montreal to dig into what's driving the numbers. READ THE RESULTS: https://www.pollara.com/ 48:45 | Real Talkers Carmen in Bonnyville and Shane East of Edmonton tell us why they're skeptical about the support for Alberta separation. TELL US WHAT YOU THINK: talk@ryanjespersen.com  54:30 | After taking a puck to the face at an Oilers game just six days ago, local legend Sean McBurney joins us from the jobsite to show off his shiner.  1:08:45 | Jespo shows a gnarly photo of his own puck-to-the-face injury ten years ago this month. 1:27:10 | "Why Knott," Wayne and Greg in Calgary, and Robert react strongly to our April 8 interview with Alberta's Education Minister Demetrios Nicolaides; Michael says "both sides" don't need to be better with online harrassment, Kyle's worried Iran will be rebuilt before his back alley, and Les says Jespo's off the mark with his Kraft Hockeyville comments. 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, or BASELINE ROAD, BE SURE TO TELL 'EM REAL TALK SENT YOU!  REGISTER for the HEARTS & HANDS POKER TOURNEY on APRIL 16/17: https://benstelterfoundation.com/ BOOK YOUR NEXT EVENT at EDMONTON CONVENTION CENTRE: https://www.edmontonconventioncentre.com/planning-event/meetings/ 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.

"The Liberal tent is so big you can drive a truck convoy right through it." MP Marilyn Gladu's floor crossing from the Conservatives to the Liberals is raising more than a few eyebrows. Does her past support for conversion therapy, the Freedom Convoy, and alternative COVID therapies inherently conflict with Liberal culture? Is PM Carney going too far in his quest for a majority government? Poll analyst Philippe Fournier joins (5:40) in our feature interview presented by Mercedes-Benz Edmonton West.  THIS EPISODE IS PRESENTED BY OUR FRIENDS AT HANSEN DISTILLERY, THE FIRST DISTILLERY EVER TO RELEASE A SEVEN-YEAR AGED ALBERTA WHISKY. SHOP THEIR ALBERTA WHISKY LINEUP TODAY AT https://hansendistillery.com/. MBEW: https://www.mercedes-benz-edmontonwest.ca/ 41:00 | Jespo and Johnny debrief after the Philippe Fournier interview, and get a bit whimsical about religion and science.  TELL US WHAT YOU THINK: talk@ryanjespersen.com  54:00 | Shout out to the Alberta high school students delivering Days for Girls and Pedals for Prosperity supplies in the Dominican Republic! We celebrate their service in this edition of Alberta Wins proudly presented by Play Alberta.  ALBERTA WINS WITH PLAY ALBERTA. WITH HUNDREDS OF POPULAR CASINO GAMES TO CHOOSE FROM, THERE'S A MAJOR CASINO WINNER EVERY HOUR. GET STARTED TODAY WITH CASINO, SPORTS, AND LOTTERY ALL IN ONE APP: https://playalberta.ca/. MUST BE 18+ TO PLAY. WHEN YOU GAMBLE, PLEASE USE YOUR GAMESENSE.  57:15 | Talk about a turnaround! We revisit the Marilyn Gladu floor crossing with a look at what the MP said about Mark Carney one year ago.  1:18:30 | Donald Trump's base is crumbling. We hear from Megyn Kelly and Marjorie Taylor-Greene, and Real Talkers have their say in the Live Chat powered by Park Power. SAVE on INTERNET, ELECTRICITY, and NATURAL GAS: https://parkpower.ca/realtalk/ THE REAL TALK LIVE STREAM is presented by CALIFORNIA CLOSETS. BOOK YOUR FREE CONSULTATION TODAY: https://californiaclosets.ca/ REGISTER for the HEARTS & HANDS POKER TOURNEY on APRIL 16/17: https://benstelterfoundation.com/ 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.

Is it possible...or smart...to try to remove ideology from schools? What does it even mean? Whose responsibility is it to decide how and what students learn? We ask Alberta's Minister of Education Demetrios Nicolaides about the UCP's controversial Bill 25 in our feature interview presented by Mercedes-Benz Edmonton West.  THIS EPISODE IS PRESENTED BY RapidEX FINANCIAL. THE CRYPTO WORLD MOVES FAST, BUT YOUR TRUST IN AN EXCHANGE SHOULDN'T BE A GAMBLE. RapidEX IS SECURE, FINTRAC-REGISTERED, AND NON-CUSTODIAL. SAVE 50% ON FEES ON ONLINE INTERAC E-TRANSFER TRADES WITH PROMO CODE RYAN50 AT https://rapidexfinancial.com/. MBEW: https://www.mercedes-benz-edmontonwest.ca/ 36:00 | Dolph Lundgren, one of the biggest action stars in Hollywood history, talks to us about his cancer fight and the decision to discuss it during filming of the documentary film Dolph: Unbreakable. 1:02:00 | Taste of Spring is a fresh new festival celebrating the food, art, and culture that makes Jasper so special. We have details in this edition of #MyJasper Memories proudly presented by Tourism Jasper.  TASTE of SPRING: https://www.jasper.travel/taste-of-spring/ 1:05:10 | Filmmakers Nauzanin Knight, Sheena Rossiter, and Adam Scorgie join our Real Talk Round Table on opening day of NorthwestFilmFest.  GET TICKETS TO NORTHWESTFEST: https://www.northwestfest.ca/ 1:55:00 | Remember Curtis Wright, the Canadian who's been detained by ICE for six months? We've got an update on his situation. 2:00:00 | PM Mark Carney's Liberals are now one seat away from a majority, as Ontario MP Marilyn Gladu crosses the floor. We dig into the developing story.  2:07:30 | Who surrendered Tuesday - Iran or the United States? We hear a few different perspectives on the ceasefire deal that will temporarily reopen the Strait of Hormuz, and see what Real Talkers have to say in our Live Chat powered by Park Power.  TELL US WHAT YOU THINK: talk@ryanjespersen.com  SAVE on INTERNET, ELECTRICITY, and NATURAL GAS: https://parkpower.ca/realtalk/ THE REAL TALK LIVE STREAM is presented by CALIFORNIA CLOSETS. BOOK YOUR FREE CONSULTATION TODAY: https://californiaclosets.ca/ REGISTER for the HEARTS & HANDS POKER TOURNEY on APRIL 16/17: https://benstelterfoundation.com/ 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.

The Alberta NDP needs to change its name...right? Party leader Naheed Nenshi isn't so sure (3:30), and he explains why in our feature interview presented by Mercedes-Benz Edmonton West. Nenshi leads off with his Opposition to Danielle Smith's trip to Saudi Arabia, and Alberta banning "politics and ideology" from classrooms. Do you agree or disagree with Nenshi on the name change? Leave a comment below!  THIS EPISODE IS PRESENTED BY RapidEX FINANCIAL. THE CRYPTO WORLD MOVES FAST, BUT YOUR TRUST IN AN EXCHANGE SHOULDN'T BE A GAMBLE. RapidEX IS SECURE, FINTRAC-REGISTERED, AND NON-CUSTODIAL. SAVE 50% ON FEES ON ONLINE INTERAC E-TRANSFER TRADES WITH PROMO CODE RYAN50 AT https://rapidexfinancial.com/. TELL US WHAT YOU THINK: talk@ryanjespersen.com MBEW: https://www.mercedes-benz-edmontonwest.ca/ 38:30 | Did you watch Artemis II launch into orbit? Frank Florian, one of Canada's biggest space enthusiasts, sure did. The senior manager of Planetarium and Space Sciences at Telus World of Science spells out why the first moon mission in more than 50 years is such a big deal.  TELUS WORLD of SCIENCE: https://telusworldofscienceedmonton.ca/ 1:10:30 | Are Alberta teachers - social studies teachers in particular - handcuffed with the UCP's Bill 25? Dr. Jonathan Sharek explains how politics and ideology are integrated in the real world. 1:54:00 | Congratulations to our friends at North Road Investment Counsel for their "Trailblazer" honour on Edify's 2026 list of Edifiers!  EDIFY EDMONTON: https://edifyedmonton.com/ FULL NORTH ROAD INTERVIEW on MITIGATING YOUR DIGITAL RISK: https://rtrj.info/040126NRIC 2:01:00 | Anne calls the UCP's take on classroom ideology "laughable and ridiculous," Tim claims Mark Carney's forcing him to leave Canada, Bruce has a theory on the Golden Cat controversy, and "B" and Brent have thoughts on MAiD. 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, or BASELINE ROAD, BE SURE TO TELL 'EM REAL TALK SENT YOU!  REGISTER for the HEARTS & HANDS POKER TOURNEY on APRIL 16/17: https://benstelterfoundation.com/ 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.

April 1 is shaping up to be a consequential day for Canada's energy and economic landscape. Carbon pricing is set to rise for large industrial emitters in several provinces, raising big questions about competitiveness, investment, and emissions targets. At the same time, a key deadline hits for major resource and infrastructure projects (including those tied to Alberta-Ottawa agreements) putting the spotlight on regulatory timelines, political will, and whether Canada can actually get big projects built. 4:30 | Economist Dr. Andrew Leach digs into it all, in plain language, in our feature interview presented by Mercedes-Benz Edmonton West.  THIS EPISODE IS PRESENTED BY RapidEX FINANCIAL. THE CRYPTO WORLD MOVES FAST, BUT YOUR TRUST IN AN EXCHANGE SHOULDN'T BE A GAMBLE. RapidEX IS SECURE, FINTRAC-REGISTERED, AND NON-CUSTODIAL. SAVE 50% ON FEES ON ONLINE INTERAC E-TRANSFER TRADES WITH PROMO CODE RYAN50 AT https://rapidexfinancial.com/. TELL US WHAT YOU THINK: talk@ryanjespersen.com MBEW: https://www.mercedes-benz-edmontonwest.ca/ 47:30 | A new report from the Business Council of Alberta argues federal approvals are choking off investment, delaying projects, and sending capital elsewhere. BCA president Adam Legge and Cenovus board chair Alex Pourbaix argue their case.  READ THE REPORT: https://businesscouncilab.com/reports-category/from-barriers-to-breakthroughs-main/ 1:15:25 | Jespo and Johnny debrief and see what Real Talkers have to say in the Live Chat powered by Park Power.  SAVE on INTERNET, ELECTRICITY, and NATURAL GAS: https://parkpower.ca/realtalk/ 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.

Avi Lewis will lead Canada's NDP from here. On the heels of the filmmaker's big leadership win, we talk to Supriya Dwivedi (4:15) about immediate pushback from Alberta NDP leader Naheed Nenshi and Saskatchewan NDP leader Carla Beck, Manitoba premier Wab Kinew's glowing endorsement, and political implications across the country. Feature interviews on Real Talk are presented by Mercedes-Benz Edmonton West.  THIS EPISODE IS PRESENTED BY HANSEN DISTILLERY -- EDMONTON'S ORIGINAL DISTILLERY. KEEP AN EYE OUT FOR THEIR NEW, LIMITED-RELEASE "MINI YEGGS" MILK CHOCOLATE CREAM LIQUOR, NOW AVAILABLE AT https://hansendistillery.com/. 48:45 | Does Alberta premier Danielle Smith need to condemn separatist support within her caucus? Did Air Canada CEO Michael Rousseau have any other option but to retire (58:00)? How big of a headache has Liberal MP Michael Ma created for PM Carney with his China comments (1:14:00)? Supriya and Jespo get to it all. TELL US WHAT YOU THINK: talk@ryanjespersen.com  1:38:30 | Did you catch our March 13 interview on "curling parents" with child psychologist Dr. Caroline Buzanko? It resonated with Real Talker Lisa, who authors this week's Positive Reflections presented by Solar by Kuby. GET A FREE SOLAR QUOTE TODAY: https://kuby.ca/ WATCH THE DR. BUZANKO INTERVIEW: https://rtrj.info/031326Caroline 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.

PM Mark Carney's Liberals are enjoying a healthy lead in the polls. Can Pierre Poilievre's Conservatives close the 14-point gap? And what about the NDP, who will elect a new leader over the next few days? Pollster David Valentin digs into the numbers - and brings valuable insights - in our feature interview (4:20) presented by Mercedes-Benz Edmonton West.  THIS EPISODE IS PRESENTED BY RapidEX FINANCIAL. THE CRYPTO WORLD MOVES FAST, BUT YOUR TRUST IN AN EXCHANGE SHOULDN'T BE A GAMBLE. RapidEX IS SECURE, FINTRAC-REGISTERED, AND NON-CUSTODIAL. SAVE 50% ON FEES ON ONLINE INTERAC E-TRANSFER TRADES WITH PROMO CODE RYAN50 AT https://rapidexfinancial.com/. LIAISON STRATEGIES: https://www.liaison.ca/ OUR AVI LEWIS INTERVIEW: https://rtrj.info/012126Avi OUR HEATHER McPHERSON INTERVIEW: https://rtrj.info/021026McPherson OUR ROB ASHTON INTERVIEW: https://rtrj.info/022526Ashton MBEW: https://www.mercedes-benz-edmontonwest.ca/ 26:15 | How would you grade Mark Carney's first year as PM? Jespo reads some of the 800+ comments Real Talkers left on our Facebook post after the Lynda Steele episode on March 24.  TELL US WHAT YOU THINK: talk@ryanjespersen.com  36:45 | How're we doing on eliminating those pesky inter-provincial trade barriers? Are we actually making progress on unlocking "Canada's hidden economy"? We get real world insights from business leaders Chuck Davidson (Manitoba Chambers of Commerce), Shauna Feth (Alberta Chambers of Commerce), Rebecca Goldsack (Diesel Tech Industries), and Antu Chicahuala (Accusteel).  ALBERTA CHAMBERS of COMMERCE: https://www.abchamber.ca/ 1:12:30 | Did you catch our Tristin Hopper interview about the plight of Scottish midwife Heather Gilchrist, who's being threatened with deportation? Immigration lawyer Catherine McAteer makes an important point in follow-up. (Also, who knew Real Talkers were such avid urban gardeners? A bunch of you share in our Live Chat powered by Park Power what you'll be growing in your backyard this summer.) WATCH OUR TRISTIN HOPPER INTERVIEW: https://rtrj.info/032526Tristin SAVE on INTERNET, ELECTRICITY, and NATURAL GAS: https://parkpower.ca/realtalk/ 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.

The Edmonton Oilers are the third most profitable sports franchise on the planet. Team owner Daryl Katz is now worth an estimated $7.4 billion. And, as Connor McDavid and his teammates prepare for playoffs, season tickets holders have been hit with a 15-20% price increase on renewals. We get into it with legendary broadcaster Lynda Steele (6:00) in our feature interview presented by Mercedes-Benz Edmonton West.  We get into gas prices and the war in Iran (30:20), Air Canada pilots killed at LaGuardia (37:00), PM Mark Carney's Year One Report Card (47:40), a new pipeline through B.C. (54:40), and real estate uncertainty around DRIPA (57:45). THIS EPISODE IS PRESENTED BY RapidEX FINANCIAL. THE CRYPTO WORLD MOVES FAST, BUT YOUR TRUST IN AN EXCHANGE SHOULDN'T BE A GAMBLE. RapidEX IS SECURE, FINTRAC-REGISTERED, AND NON-CUSTODIAL. SAVE 50% ON FEES ON ONLINE INTERAC E-TRANSFER TRADES WITH PROMO CODE RYAN50 AT https://rapidexfinancial.com/. TELL US WHAT YOU THINK: talk@ryanjespersen.com MBEW: https://www.mercedes-benz-edmontonwest.ca/ KILLEEN & STEELE: https://killeenandsteele.ca/ 1:16:00 | Have you heard Tucker Carlson and Joe Rogan's recent comments on Israel? Real Talkers chime in via our Live Chat powered by Park Power. We have an update on the "Golden Cat" story (1:30:10).  SAVE on INTERNET, ELECTRICITY, and NATURAL GAS: https://parkpower.ca/realtalk/ JOIN JESPO at the HEARTS & HANDS POKER TOURNAMENT on APRIL 16/17: https://benstelterfoundation.com/ BOOK A FREE CALIFORNIA CLOSETS CONSULTATION: https://californiaclosets.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.

Pierre Poilievre appears on Joe Rogan (5:25). Albertans with disabilities demand dignity (16:10). Women continue to be underrepresented in health research and services (44:20). We get into it all, including back-to-back feature interviews presented by Mercedes-Benz Edmonton West.  THIS EPISODE IS PRESENTED BY RapidEX FINANCIAL. THE CRYPTO WORLD MOVES FAST, BUT YOUR TRUST IN AN EXCHANGE SHOULDN'T BE A GAMBLE. RapidEX IS SECURE, FINTRAC-REGISTERED, AND NON-CUSTODIAL. SAVE 50% ON FEES ON ONLINE INTERAC E-TRANSFER TRADES WITH PROMO CODE RYAN50 AT https://rapidexfinancial.com/. TELL US WHAT YOU THINK: talk@ryanjespersen.com  MBEW'S BRAND NEW SHOWROOM IS NOW OPEN! https://www.mercedes-benz-edmontonwest.ca/ Real Talk is proud to support the fight against Alzheimer's and other dementias. Donate a minimum $100 to Jespo's Team Cali Crush fundraising page by March 20 at 5pm MT and qualify to win two club seats to the Oilers-Lightning game on March 21: https://rtrj.info/AlzProAm2026 16:10 | Bean Gill, Zachary Weeks, and MLA Marie Renaud explain the need for better accessibility laws in Alberta.  SIGN THE PETITION: https://www.zacharyweeks.ca/bill206 44:20 | Women remain underrepresented and underserved in our healthcare system. Dr. Sofia Ahmed, Dr. Tibetha Kemble (Stonechild), and Lindsay Robertson bring facts to the table in our Women's Health Research Month Round Table. ALBERTA WOMEN'S HEALTH FOUNDATION: https://givetoawhf.org/ 1:13:30 | What's the strategy behind Poilievre's interview on Rogan? Jespo and Johnny debate the risks and rewards of the appearance on the world's biggest podcast.  1:39:10 | Laura, Lisa, KimB, and Jake clap back at W. Brett Wilson. Brian says Take Back Alberta is pulling the strings on MAiD. And Brent has fond memories of Don Cherry, but he's not so sure about awarding him with the Order of Canada. It's The Flamethrower presented by our friends at 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, or BASELINE ROAD, BE SURE TO TELL 'EM REAL TALK SENT YOU!  SAVE on INTERNET, ELECTRICITY, and NATURAL GAS: https://parkpower.ca/realtalk/ 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.

Alberta landowners are drawing a hard line - locking out oil and gas companies that haven't paid what they owe. It's a dramatic escalation in a long-simmering dispute over unpaid surface leases, and it's raising serious questions about accountability in the energy sector. How did it get to this point, and who's on the hook? We dig in with Mark Dorin of the Polluter Pay Federation in our feature interview presented by Mercedes-Benz Edmonton West (1:45).  THIS EPISODE IS PRESENTED BY RapidEX FINANCIAL. THE CRYPTO WORLD MOVES FAST, BUT YOUR TRUST IN AN EXCHANGE SHOULDN'T BE A GAMBLE. RapidEX IS SECURE, FINTRAC-REGISTERED, AND NON-CUSTODIAL. SAVE 50% ON FEES ON ONLINE INTERAC E-TRANSFER TRADES WITH PROMO CODE RYAN50 AT https://rapidexfinancial.com/. TELL US WHAT YOU THINK: talk@ryanjespersen.com MBEW: https://www.mercedes-benz-edmontonwest.ca/ GET INVOLVED: https://www.cleanupyourmess.ca/ MORE: https://responsibleenergyab.ca/ 28:00 | Real Talk is proud to support the fight against Alzheimer's and other dementias. Donate a minimum $100 to Jespo's Team Cali Crush fundraising page by March 20 at 5pm MT and qualify to win two club seats to the Oilers-Lightning game on March 21: https://rtrj.info/AlzProAm2026 34:45 | Mark gives us his informed take on our March 17 interview with W. Brett Wilson. WATCH THAT INTERVIEW: https://rtrj.info/031726WBrett 43:15 | Drop everything and book your stay at Shovel Pass Lodge! We shine the spotlight on these incredible backcountry cabins in this week's #MyJasper Memories presented by Tourism Jasper. BOOK YOUR STAY: https://www.shovelpasslodge.com/ TOURISM JASPER: https://www.jasper.travel/ 48:10 | Mark sticks around to hear from Real Talkers in the Live Chat powered by Park Power. The guys discuss the Wiebo Ludwig era in Alberta.  SAVE on INTERNET, ELECTRICITY, and NATURAL GAS: https://parkpower.ca/realtalk/ 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.

W. Brett Wilson is one of Canada's most recognizable entrepreneurs. In our feature interview presented by Mercedes-Benz Edmonton West (3:30), the former Dragons Den star responds to "the noise" from environmental groups opposing coal mining in Alberta and accusations he left landowners on the hook for orphan wells. We wrap with Brett's one word answer on how he'll be voting on Alberta separation.  TELL US WHAT YOU THINK: talk@ryanjespersen.com  THIS EPISODE IS PRESENTED BY HANSEN DISTILLERY -- EDMONTON'S ORIGINAL DISTILLERY. KEEP AN EYE OUT FOR THEIR NEW, LIMITED-RELEASE "MINI YEGGS" MILK CHOCOLATE CREAM LIQUOR, NOW AVAILABLE AT https://hansendistillery.com/. 39:00 | Real Talkers respond to the Wilson interview in our Live Chat powered by Park Power.  SAVE on INTERNET, ELECTRICITY, and NATURAL GAS: https://parkpower.ca/realtalk/ DONATE A MINIMUM $100 TO THE ALZHEIMER'S PRO-AM HOCKEY TOURNAMENT (VIA THIS LINK) AND QUALIFY TO WIN TWO CLUB SEATS TO THE OILERS/LIGHTNING GAME ON MARCH 21: https://rtrj.info/AlzProAm2026 1:32:45 | It's true - Marilyn Monroe was once kicked out of the Jasper Park Lodge! Based on a comment in the Live Chat, we get the story from Canadian historian Craig Baird.  WATCH OUR INTERVIEW WITH CRAIG: https://rtrj.info/073026Craig 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.

Few figures in Canadian broadcasting spark debate like Don Cherry. Now, a push to see the former Coach's Corner star appointed to the Order of Canada—championed by voices in the Conservative Party of Canada, including MP Andrew Lawton and backed by Alberta premier Danielle Smith—is reigniting old arguments about one of the country's most polarizing personalities. Cherry is celebrated by supporters as a hockey icon and outspoken patriot, but critics point to years of controversial comments about immigrants, Indigenous people, and women in sports media—controversies that ultimately ended his run on Hockey Night in Canada. The proposal is already drawing criticism, including from Conservatives in Quebec, setting up a national debate: should a cultural lightning rod like Cherry receive one of Canada's highest honours? We get into it with Supriya Dwivedi (3:15) in our feature interview presented by Mercedes-Benz Edmonton West.  TELL US WHAT YOU THINK: talk@ryanjespersen.com  THIS EPISODE IS PRESENTED BY RapidEX FINANCIAL. THE CRYPTO WORLD MOVES FAST, BUT YOUR TRUST IN AN EXCHANGE SHOULDN'T BE A GAMBLE. RapidEX IS SECURE, FINTRAC-REGISTERED, AND NON-CUSTODIAL. SAVE 50% ON FEES ON ONLINE INTERAC E-TRANSFER TRADES WITH PROMO CODE RYAN50 AT https://rapidexfinancial.com/. MBEW: https://www.mercedes-benz-edmontonwest.ca/ 49:30 | Did you hear Manitoba premier Wab Kinew's comments about the war in Iran and the Epstein files? We get Supriya's take on it before covering MP Lori Idlout crossing the floor from the NDP to the Liberals (53:20), Avi Lewis and Naomi Klein poking fun at former Alberta cabinet minister Shannon Phillips (59:30), and Edmonton police chief Warren Driechel's controversial trip to Israel (1:05:00).  1:18:30 | Real Talkers chime in on Don Cherry's legacy in our Live Chat powered by Park Power.  SAVE on INTERNET, ELECTRICITY, and NATURAL GAS: https://parkpower.ca/realtalk 1:28:00 | We love stories like this! Real Talker Aubrie shares about Edson's Abilities Hockey Program in this week's Positive Reflections presented by Solar by Kuby.  SHARE YOUR POSITIVE REFLECTION: talk@ryanjespersen.com GET A FREE SOLAR QUOTE TODAY: 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.

Young people today are more anxious and depressed - and less resilient - than generations past. Why? Is it social media? Screens? A troubling news cycle? Are we bad parents?  Athabasca University professor and registered psychologist Dr. Caroline Buzanko gets into it all in our feature interview (4:00) presented by Mercedes-Benz Edmonton West.  TELL US WHAT YOU THINK: talk@ryanjespersen.com THIS EPISODE IS PRESENTED BY HANSEN DISTILLERY -- EDMONTON'S ORIGINAL DISTILLERY. KEEP AN EYE OUT FOR THEIR NEW, LIMITED-RELEASE "MINI YEGGS" MILK CHOCOLATE CREAM LIQUOR, NOW AVAILABLE AT https://hansendistillery.com/. MBEW: https://www.mercedes-benz-edmontonwest.ca/ DISCOVER the AU ADVANTAGE: https://www.athabascau.ca/index.html 1:46:00 | We're in love with a Real Talker's 3D-printed gift for displaying our bottle of Hansen Distillery Mini Yeggs! Jespo shows some love to Brisch 3D Creations: https://www.brisch3d.com/ 1:54:00 | Real Talk is proud to support the Ben Stelter Foundation's Hearts & Hands Poker Tournament on April 16 and 17.  REGISTER to PLAY and/or SPONSOR: https://benstelterfoundation.com/ 1:55:15 | Felicia is blown away by the White House's AI video portraying the Iran war as a video game, Michael's done with Trump insulting Canadians, Janelle wants to thank Alberta separatists, Katie doesn't recognize Alberta anymore, Annie's got a message for trolls telling her to "go back where (she) belongs," and Rodger wants more photo radar. 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, or BASELINE ROAD, BE SURE TO TELL 'EM REAL TALK SENT YOU!  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.

Watching coverage of the war in Iran can feel complicated, distant, and hard to follow. We see reports about strikes on military targets, escalating tensions, and global powers trying to prevent a wider conflict. But for millions of people around the world (and tens of thousands in Canada), this story isn't abstract. It's personal. In our feature interview presented by Mercedes-Benz Edmonton West, we're joined by three Iranian-Canadians from our home city of Edmonton: Reza Akbari, Pegah Salari, and Nooran Ostadeian (4:00). Each has deep ties to Iran. Each has friends or family who are still there. And like many in the Iranian diaspora, they know speaking publicly can come with real risks for the people they love. For them—and for many others—the biggest fear right now isn't just the bombs falling on military targets. It's what might happen if the regime survives this crisis. They explain why in one of the most informative and powerful Real Talk Round Tables we've ever presented. THIS EPISODE IS PRESENTED BY HANSEN DISTILLERY -- EDMONTON'S ORIGINAL DISTILLERY. KEEP AN EYE OUT FOR THEIR NEW, LIMITED-RELEASE "MINI YEGGS" MILK CHOCOLATE CREAM LIQUOR, NOW AVAILABLE AT https://hansendistillery.com/. MBEW: https://www.mercedes-benz-edmontonwes... TELL US WHAT YOU THINK: talk@ryanjespersen.com THE FULL HOUSE LOTTERY BONUS DEADLINE is TODAY (MARCH 11) at MIDNIGHT! GET YOUR TICKETS: https://bit.ly/4sWLHOz 1:32:15 | The Jasper Pride & Ski Festival is less than a month away! We celebrate the only Pride ski week in the Canadian Rockies in this edition of #MyJasper Memories proudly presented by Tourism Jasper. MORE DETAILS: https://www.jasperpride.ca/ PLAN YOUR JASPER ADVENTURE: https://www.jasper.travel/ 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.

October 19, 2026 will be a huge day in Alberta. A couple million people will vote on at least nine (and probably eleven) questions that could forever alter the province's future. There's a heavy focus on immigration policy, along with proposals for big changes to judicial appointments, federal funding transfers, and abolishing the Senate. And, of course, it's expected Albertans will vote on the province's future in (or outside of) Canada and coal mining in the Rocky Mountains. In this episode, we go through the list - question by question - with one of the sharpest observers of Alberta politics, political science professor Dr. Duane Bratt, in our feature interview presented by Mercedes-Benz Edmonton West.  THIS EPISODE IS PRESENTED BY HANSEN DISTILLERY -- EDMONTON'S ORIGINAL DISTILLERY. KEEP AN EYE OUT FOR THEIR NEW, LIMITED-RELEASE "MINI YEGGS" MILK CHOCOLATE CREAM LIQUOR, NOW AVAILABLE AT https://hansendistillery.com/. MBEW: https://www.mercedes-benz-edmontonwest.ca/ TELL US WHAT YOU THINK: talk@ryanjespersen.com THE FULL HOUSE LOTTERY BONUS DEADLINE is MARCH 11 at MIDNIGHT: https://bit.ly/4sWLHOz 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.

Pressure is mounting on Canada's Prime Minister as the US-Israel war on Iran enters its second week. Mark Carney's own MPs are reportedly concerned about the PM's initial support for the strikes, and confused by a shift over the following days. What's the right move for Carney...and for Canada? We get into it with Supriya Dwivedi in our feature interview (3:45) presented by Mercedes-Benz Edmonton West.  THIS EPISODE IS PRESENTED BY HANSEN DISTILLERY -- EDMONTON'S ORIGINAL DISTILLERY. KEEP AN EYE OUT FOR THEIR NEW, LIMITED-RELEASE "MINI YEGGS" MILK CHOCOLATE CREAM LIQUOR, NOW AVAILABLE AT https://hansendistillery.com/. MBEW: https://www.mercedes-benz-edmontonwest.ca/ 37:30 | Where is the best or worst place to live in Canada as a woman? Ryan and Supriya dig into the data with researcher Katherine Scott from the Canadian Centre for Policy Alternatives. PANDEMIC IMPACT on WOMEN (2023): https://www.policyalternatives.ca/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/still-in-recovery-FINAL.pdf BEST/WORST PLACES in CANADA to be a WOMAN: https://www.policyalternatives.ca/news-research/the-best-and-worst-places-to-be-a-woman-in-canada-2019/ 1:12:30 | Jespo and Johnny chat about changing attitudes through generations. TELL US WHAT YOU THINK: talk@ryanjespersen.com 1:28:00 | Real Talker Marie shares what she's doing for community members in Tumbler Ridge, BC in this week's Positive Reflections presented by Solar by Kuby.  SHARE YOUR POSITIVE REFLECTION: talk@ryanjespersen.com GET A FREE SOLAR QUOTE TODAY: 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.

Mark Carney and Danielle Smith have nothing to do with Donald Trump's war in Iran, but both leaders will feel the impact. Political commentator Rob Breakenridge gets into it all in our feature interview presented by Mercedes-Benz Edmonton West (5:00). THIS EPISODE IS PRESENTED BY HANSEN DISTILLERY -- EDMONTON'S ORIGINAL DISTILLERY. KEEP AN EYE OUT FOR THEIR NEW, LIMITED-RELEASE "MINI YEGGS" MILK CHOCOLATE CREAM LIQUEUR, AVAILABLE MARCH 6 AT https://hansendistillery.com/. CHECK OUT ROB'S SUBSTACK: https://robbreakenridge.substack.com/ MBEW: https://www.mercedes-benz-edmontonwest.ca/ 1:03:45 | We debrief re: Naheed Nenshi's NDP leadership, Rakhi Pancholi's rise, Sec. Stephen Miller's comments about the "woke Pentagon," and more. Real Talkers have their say in our Live Chat powered by Park Power. SAVE on INTERNET, ELECTRICITY, and NATURAL GAS: https://parkpower.ca/realtalk/ 1:30:00 | Pierre Poilievre says Net Zero is "all BS," and a conspiracy by "green grifters" to "take everybody's money away." Does the Conservative leader need to update his understanding to appeal to more voters?  TELL US WHAT YOU THINK: talk@ryanjespersen.com 1:42:30 | Real Talk is proud to support the Ben Stelter Foundation's Hearts and Hands Poker Tournament on April 16 and 17.  REGISTER to PLAY and/or SPONSOR: https://benstelterfoundation.com/ 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.

Nobody in human history has achieved what Karl Bushby is on the verge of completing. The former British paratrooper has travelled more than 48,000 km over the past 28 years, walking around the world with human power alone. No flights, no boats, no vehicles. He takes us into his Goliath Expedition in our feature interview presented by Mercedes-Benz Edmonton West (3:00).  THIS EPISODE IS PRESENTED BY HANSEN DISTILLERY -- EDMONTON'S ORIGINAL DISTILLERY. KEEP AN EYE OUT FOR THEIR NEW, LIMITED-RELEASE "MINI YEGGS" MILK CHOCOLATE CREAM LIQUEUR, AVAILABLE THE SECOND WEEK OF MARCH AT https://hansendistillery.com/. SEE KARL in EDMONTON: https://secure.citadeltheatre.com/overview/10719 SEE KARL (and SAM ROBERTS) in BANFF: https://www.banffcentre.ca/karl-bushby-get-him-home 48:00 | Marmot Basin offers the absolute best spring skiing in Canada. Ryan lays out the top five reasons you need to drop everything and head to Jasper in this week's #MyJasper Memories presented by Tourism Jasper. SKI MARMOT: https://www.skimarmot.com/ PLAN YOUR JASPER ADVENTURE: https://www.jasper.travel/ 53:40 | What's the greatest adventure you've ever embarked upon? Jespo and Johnny debrief after the Bushby interview, and see what Real Talkers have to say in our Live Chat powered by Park Power. SAVE on INTERNET, ELECTRICITY, and NATURAL GAS: https://parkpower.ca/realtalk/ 59:00 | Did you hear Secretary of War Pete Hegseth's characterization of American strikes in Iran? We bring you updated comments from Senators Elizabeth Warren and Chris Murphy, and Prime Minister Mark Carney.  TELL US WHAT YOU THINK: talk@ryanjespersen.com 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.

The war in Iran could soon return oil to $100/barrel. It'll have big implications on the energy industry, international economies, and what consumers pay at the pump. Max Fawcett argues it should also prompt politicians like Alberta Premier Danielle Smith and federal Energy Minister Tim Hodgson to rethink their entire strategy on renewables. He explains why in our feature interview (3:30) presented by Mercedes-Benz Edmonton West.  THIS EPISODE IS PRESENTED BY RapidEX FINANCIAL. THE CRYPTO WORLD MOVES FAST, BUT YOUR TRUST IN AN EXCHANGE SHOULDN'T BE A GAMBLE. RapidEX IS SECURE, FINTRAC-REGISTERED, AND NON-CUSTODIAL. SAVE 50% ON FEES ON ONLINE INTERAC E-TRANSFER TRADES WITH PROMO CODE RYAN50 AT https://rapidexfinancial.com/. READ MAX'S COLUMN: https://www.nationalobserver.com/2026/03/03/opinion/trump-iran-attack-fossil-fuels# MBEW: https://www.mercedes-benz-edmontonwest.ca/ 31:30 | It's Kyle Dube Day. Ryan reflects on Kyle's incredible legacy at YOUCAN Youth Services. SUPPORT YOUCAN: https://youcan.ca/ 36:20 | Max tells us why he chose now to take aim at Naheed Nenshi's NDP leadership, and why he doesn't care one bit about whether or not Alberta stays on Daylight Saving Time.  1:17:30 | Jespo and Johnny debate the merits of staying on Standard or Daylight Saving Time.  TELL US WHAT YOU THINK: talk@ryanjespersen.com 1:21:45 | Jespo reads emails from Dr. Charles in Calgary and Dr. Andrew in Edmonton, responding to Real Talker Laura's email last week about physician salaries.  1:30:00 | Jespo recaps his visit to E2 Academy. 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.

Alberta is prioritizing short-term pressures over long-term savings. Budget 2026 forecasts a $9.4 billion deficit as the province grapples with volatile oil revenues, increased spending, and a softer-than-expected energy price outlook. With record spending on healthcare, new and increased fees, and a pause on contributions to the Heritage Savings Trust Fund, Albertans are right to question if they'll actually see better outcomes.  This isn't your average budget recap episode. If you're looking to nerd out over spreadsheets, you'll be disappointed. We present real life budget implications - what the UCP's fiscal plan means for your household, your business, and Alberta's economic future. THIS EPISODE IS PRESENTED BY RapidEX FINANCIAL. THE CRYPTO WORLD MOVES FAST, BUT YOUR TRUST IN AN EXCHANGE SHOULDN'T BE A GAMBLE. RapidEX IS SECURE, FINTRAC-REGISTERED, AND NON-CUSTODIAL. SAVE 50% ON FEES ON ONLINE INTERAC E-TRANSFER TRADES WITH PROMO CODE RYAN50 AT https://rapidexfinancial.com/. 3:40 | Official Opposition leader Naheed Nenshi comes out guns blazing, accusing the UCP of "waste, fraud, and corruption." He tells us what an NDP government would do differently, and responds to calls from "progressive" political commentators to resign.  FEATURE INTERVIEWS ON REAL TALK ARE PRESENTED BY MERCEDES-BENZ EDMONTON WEST: https://www.mercedes-benz-edmontonwest.ca/ 37:00 | What does Budget 2026 do for entrepreneurs, affordable housing advocates, and industries outside of oil and gas (including Alberta's massive food and beverage business)? Edmonton Chamber of Commerce CEO Doug Griffiths, Jaffer Group's Alim Somji, and Alberta Food Processors Association's Bianca Parsons join our Real Talk Round Table.  TELL US WHAT YOU THINK: talk@ryanjespersen.com EDMONTON CHAMBER of COMMERCE: https://www.edmontonchamber.com/ 1:29:20 | Jespo and Johnny dip into the our Live Chat powered by Park Power to see what Real Talkers have to say about a PST in Alberta, physician salaries (prompted by an email from listener Laura), and more. SAVE on INTERNET, ELECTRICITY, and NATURAL GAS: https://parkpower.ca/realtalk/ 2:01:35 | Abby says the UCP is gambling with Alberta's future, Robert's sick of "white nationalists talking shit," Don and Janice have different takes on Donald Trump's locker room call to the American hockey players, and Eddie's "fed up" with Edmonton City Council on the infill file. 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, or BASELINE ROAD, BE SURE TO TELL 'EM REAL TALK SENT YOU!  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.

Thousands of Canadians are stranded in Mexico after a wave of violence erupted following the death of a cartel leader. Supriya and Ryan check in with snowbird Murray Billett (5:00) with smoke still lingering over Puerto Vallarta. We go on to discuss Canada's silver medal in Olympic men's hockey, ChatGPT's warning ahead of the Tumbler Ridge mass shooting, Alberta's referendum on immigration policy in October 2026, and Punch, the baby monkey that went viral. Feature interviews on Real Talk are presented by Mercedes-Benz Edmonton West.  THIS EPISODE IS PRESENTED BY RapidEX FINANCIAL. THE CRYPTO WORLD MOVES FAST, BUT YOUR TRUST IN AN EXCHANGE SHOULDN'T BE A GAMBLE. RapidEX IS SECURE, FINTRAC-REGISTERED, AND NON-CUSTODIAL. SAVE 50% ON FEES ON ONLINE INTERAC E-TRANSFER TRADES WITH PROMO CODE RYAN50 AT https://rapidexfinancial.com/. TELL US WHAT YOU THINK: talk@ryanjespersen.com MBEW: https://www.mercedes-benz-edmontonwest.ca/ 42:00 | Corb Lund updates us on the status of his "no new coal" petition, including details he says are being misrepresented in mainstream media reports.  GET INVOLVED with the WATER NOT COAL PETITION: https://www.waternotcoal.ca/ 1:00:30 | We talk heart health with Dr. Ben Tyrrell, chief of cardiology at the Royal Alexandra Hospital, and Lindsay Robertson, VP at the Royal Alexandra Hospital Foundation.  BUY YOUR FULL HOUSE LOTTERY TICKETS TODAY: https://bit.ly/4sWLHOz HEARTBEAT HIDEAWAY TICKETS for FEB. 27: https://trellis.org/heartbeat-hideaway-2026 1:31:00 | Jespo and Johnny recap the Olympic men's hockey gold medal game.  1:49:20 | Real Talker Anne shines a light on cold weather heroes in this week's Positive Reflection presented by Solar by Kuby.  SHARE YOUR POSITIVE REFLECTION: talk@ryanjespersen.com GET A FREE SOLAR QUOTE TODAY: 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.

No province is better positioned to benefit from the Liberals' new Defence Industrial Strategy than Alberta. Across the board, Alberta will see an influx of capital, jobs, top talent, and opportunity as Canada invests more in itself than ever before. Nathan Mison (Diplomat Consulting), Ian Smith (U of A Engineering), and Jason Pincock (Logican Technologies) join our Real Talk Round Table (4:00) presented by Mercedes-Benz Edmonton West.  THIS EPISODE IS PRESENTED BY RapidEX FINANCIAL. THE CRYPTO WORLD MOVES FAST, BUT YOUR TRUST IN AN EXCHANGE SHOULDN'T BE A GAMBLE. RapidEX IS SECURE, FINTRAC-REGISTERED, AND NON-CUSTODIAL. SAVE 50% ON FEES ON ONLINE INTERAC E-TRANSFER TRADES WITH PROMO CODE RYAN50 AT https://rapidexfinancial.com/. TELL US WHAT YOU THINK: talk@ryanjespersen.com MBEW: https://www.mercedes-benz-edmontonwest.ca/ 39:00 | As the U.S. Supreme Court strikes down Donald Trump's reciprocal tariffs, Wyatt Sharpe joins us from Washington, D.C.  CHECK OUT  @thewyattsharpeshow : https://www.youtube.com/@thewyattsharpeshow FOLLOW WYATT ON X: https://x.com/wyattsharpe8 48:00 | Real Talkers chime in on national defence spending in Alberta via our Real Talk Live Chat powered by Park Power. SAVE on INTERNET, ELECTRICITY, and NATURAL GAS: https://parkpower.ca/realtalk/ 59:30 | Could the moon be blown to smithereens by an asteroid within the next six years? Could a solar storm shut down our power grid, pipelines, and comms infrastructure? Athabasca University's Dr. Martin Connors and Dr. Darcy Cordell blow our minds with insights on space weather hazards, the northern lights, and more.  CHECK OUT AU's LIVE SKY CAM: http://weather.athabascau.ca/ LEARN MORE about the AU ADVANTAGE: https://www.athabascau.ca/index.html 1:30:15 | Jespo and Johnny touch on a couple Olympic headlines, including the "Boo Eileen Gu" movement in the U.S.  1:50:30 | Real Talkers are FIRED UP as Alberta Premier Danielle Smith announces a nine-question referendum in October 2026. Collin, Taylor from Calgary, Jan, Erin, and Harry sound off on blaming immigrants, the confusing "Alberta is Calling" campaign, and Christian Nationalism in 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, or BASELINE ROAD, BE SURE TO TELL 'EM REAL TALK SENT YOU!  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.

Pierre Poilievre's Conservatives have lost three MPs in three months to Mark Carney's Liberals. What's the plan to stop the bleeding? And what about the (understandably) disgruntled Conservative supporters calling for automatic by-elections when floor crossings occur? We check in with strategist (and former Liberal senior staffer) Carlene Variyan in Ottawa (5:00) in our feature interview presented by Mercedes-Benz Edmonton West.  THIS EPISODE IS PRESENTED BY HANSEN DISTILLERY. HANSEN IS WISHING CANADA'S ATHLETES BEST OF LUCK AT THE 2026 OLYMPIC WINTER GAMES. RAISE A GLASS TO TEAM CANADA: https://hansendistillery.com/ TELL US WHAT YOU THINK: talk@ryanjespersen.com  MBEW: https://www.mercedes-benz-edmontonwest.ca/ 44:00 | Real Talker Kathryn shines a spotlight on Alberta athletes competing in Milano Cortina in this edition of Alberta Wins presented by Play Alberta.  SEND US YOUR ALBERTA WIN: talk@ryanjespersen.com  THERE'S A MAJOR CASINO WINNER EVERY HOUR WITH PLAY ALBERTA, AND ALL REVENUE STAYS RIGHT HERE IN THE PROVINCE. DOWNLOAD THE PLAY ALBERTA APP TODAY TO GET STARTED WITH CASINO, SPORTS, AND LOTTERY ALL IN ONE APP. MUST BE 18+ TO PLAY. IF YOU GAMBLE, PLEASE USE YOUR GAMESENSE. https://playalberta.ca/ 48:45 | International Man of Mystery Greg Mackinnon joins us from the Milano Speed Skating Stadium with a few stories from his 2026 Winter Olympic adventure thus far. 58:40 | Jespo and Johnny debrief on the Matt Jeneroux defection. 1:33:20 | "MetaModern" poses a very specific question about our new Real Talk mugs in the Live Chat. Jespo conducts a live experiment to give MetaModern their answer. ORDER YOUR REAL TALK MUG TODAY: https://www.ryanjespersen.com/merch 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.

Matt Jeneroux isn't resigning after all. The Edmonton Riverbend MP will instead cross the floor to join Mark Carney's Liberal caucus, as announced by the Prime Minister just a few minutes into this live stream. Jespo's got a lot to say about it, as does commentator Spencer Fernando (3:00) in our feature interview presented by Mercedes-Benz Edmonton West.  THIS EPISODE IS PRESENTED BY RapidEX FINANCIAL. THE CRYPTO WORLD MOVES FAST, BUT YOUR TRUST IN AN EXCHANGE SHOULDN'T BE A GAMBLE. RapidEX IS SECURE, FINTRAC-REGISTERED, AND NON-CUSTODIAL. SAVE 50% ON FEES ON ONLINE INTERAC E-TRANSFER TRADES WITH PROMO CODE RYAN50 AT https://rapidexfinancial.com/. TELL US WHAT YOU THINK: talk@ryanjespersen.com  MBEW: https://www.mercedes-benz-edmontonwest.ca/ 8:45 | Spencer gives us his take on MP Jamil Jivani's trip to D.C., PM Mark Carney's new defence strategy, and the difference between Christian nationalism in the States and civic nationalism in Canada.  READ SPENCER'S WORK: https://www.spencerfernando.com/ 43:00 | Jespo and Johnny respond to Spencer sharing about his personal evolution as a conservative commentator. 57:45 | Real Talker James shares details of his fantastic few days in Jasper, visiting from Ontario, in a special edition of #MyJasper Memories presented by Tourism Jasper.  BOOK YOUR JASPER ADVENTURE: https://www.jasper.travel/ 1:02:00 | A group of Edmonton firefighters is battling blizzard conditions on the roof of Fire Hall #2 in support of Muscular Dystrophy research. We connect with (absolute beauties) Liam Troy, Mike Berg, AJ Moretti, Mike Denoncourt, and Mitch Burgess. DONATE TO THE ROOFTOP CAMPOUT: https://www.edmontonrooftopcampout.ca/ FOLLOW THE FIREFIGHTERS on INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/edmfiremusculardystrophy 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.

Jamil Jivani says Canada's shooting itself in the foot with an "anti-American hissy fit." The Conservative MP made the comments to right wing outlet Breitbart after meeting with his college pal (and current US vice-president) JD Vance and President Donald Trump during a solo mission to D.C. earlier this month. Supriya Dwivedi tells us how she thinks Conservative leader Pierre Poilievre should respond to the Jivani situation (26:20) in our feature interview presented by Mercedes-Benz Edmonton West.  THIS EPISODE IS PRESENTED BY HANSEN DISTILLERY. HANSEN IS WISHING CANADA'S ATHLETES BEST OF LUCK AT THE 2026 OLYMPIC WINTER GAMES. RAISE A GLASS TO TEAM CANADA: https://hansendistillery.com/ 3:00 | We lead with Tumbler Ridge, BC, where Prime Minister Mark Carney and Opposition Leader Pierre Poilievre joined hundreds of mourners in person (and millions more across the country), offering a commitment to support town residents over the long term. We tackle new developments in the Canada-India saga (43:00), including what Supriya says is a disastrous photo opp involving Foreign Affairs Minister Anita Anand. Are you as nervous as Ryan is about Meta's new facial recognition glasses (51:15)? We get into it with Supriya first, then Real Talkers have their say (1:02:00) in our Live Chat powered by Park Power.  SAVE on INTERNET, ELECTRICITY, and NATURAL GAS: https://parkpower.ca/realtalk/ TELL US WHAT YOU THINK: talk@ryanjespersen.com  1:30:30 | Real Talker Tiffany celebrates Rev. Jesse Jackson's legacy with a Positive Reflection just hours after the civil rights activist's passing. Positive Reflections is presented weekly by our friends at Solar by Kuby. GET A FREE SOLAR QUOTE TODAY: 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.

If you're like us, you're walking with a heavy heart after the mass shooting in Tumbler Ridge, BC. You may also be wondering if or how you should talk about it with your kids. Dr. Jody Carrington gives us a lot to think about (3:10) in our feature interview presented by Mercedes-Benz Edmonton West.  TELL US HOW YOU'RE DOING: talk@ryanjespersen.com THIS EPISODE IS PRESENTED BY HANSEN DISTILLERY. HANSEN IS WISHING CANADA'S ATHLETES BEST OF LUCK AT THE 2026 OLYMPIC WINTER GAMES. RAISE A GLASS TO TEAM CANADA: https://hansendistillery.com/ CONNECT with DR. JODY: https://www.drjodycarrington.com/ WIN BIG. CHANGE LIVES. BUY YOUR FULL HOUSE LOTTERY TICKETS TODAY: https://bit.ly/4sWLHOz 44:20 | Alberta's divided right is dampening the separation spark. Angus Reid Institute president Shachi Kurl digs into the results of their recent poll after sharing her personal thoughts on the Tumbler Ridge tragedy.  CHECK OUT THE POLL: https://angusreid.org/alberta-unity-separation-smith-carney-prosperity/ 1:13:00 | Did you know Alberta sent more Olympians to Italy than any other province? Real Talker Michael crunches the numbers in Alberta Wins presented by Play Alberta. THERE'S A MAJOR CASINO WINNER EVERY HOUR WITH PLAY ALBERTA, AND ALL REVENUE STAYS RIGHT HERE IN THE PROVINCE. DOWNLOAD THE PLAY ALBERTA APP TODAY TO GET STARTED WITH CASINO, SPORTS, AND LOTTERY ALL IN ONE APP. MUST BE 18+ TO PLAY. IF YOU GAMBLE, PLEASE USE YOUR GAMESENSE. https://playalberta.ca/ 1:16:30 | Real Talkers have their say on the Tumbler Ridge tragedy and Alberta separation in our Live Chat powered by Park Power. SAVE on INTERNET, ELECTRICITY, and NATURAL GAS: https://parkpower.ca/realtalk/ 1:32:15 | Real Talker Rebecca responds to Real Talker Brent's February 11 email asking why the rest of the country doesn't seem to want Alberta to stay in Canada.  TELL US WHAT YOU THINK: talk@ryanjespersen.com  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.