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Canada's new Online Safety Act could fundamentally change how Canadians (especially young people) experience the internet. From age restrictions on social media and new obligations for tech companies to concerns about privacy, free expression, and government oversight, the legislation is already sparking fierce debate. Digital policy experts Supriya Dwivedi and Vass Bednar (4:30) join us in our feature interview presented by Mercedes-Benz Edmonton West to break down what's actually in the bill, who's likely to be affected, and whether Ottawa is striking the right balance between protecting users and preserving online freedoms.  THIS EPISODE IS PRESENTED BY HANSEN DISTILLERY. KEEP AN EYE OUT FOR NORTHERN EYES SEVEN-YEAR SHERRY CASK, AVAILABLE JUST IN TIME FOR FATHERS' DAY! HANSEN IS PROUDLY LOCAL, ALWAYS ORIGINAL. https://hansendistillery.com/ MBEW: https://www.mercedes-benz-edmontonwest.ca/ CANADIAN SHIELD INSTITUTE: https://canadianshieldinstitute.ca/ 43:00 | Jespo and Johnny debrief after the Supriya/Vass interview, and see what Real Talkers have to say about Canada's Online Safety Act in our Live Chat powered by Park Power. SAVE on INTERNET, ELECTRICITY, and NATURAL GAS: https://parkpower.ca/realtalk/ 54:00 | Are you planning on investing in the SpaceX IPO? Are you worried about all this "technical recession" talk? Cary Williams from North Road Investment Counsel gives us a few important things to think about.  NORTH ROAD INVESTMENT COUNSEL: https://www.northroadic.com/ 1:27:00 | Jespo shares a few thoughts after hosting the Junior Achievement Northern Alberta Business Hall of Fame. What's the best entrepreneurial or life advice you've ever received?  JA of NORTHERN ALBERTA: https://janorthalberta.org/ 1:39:00 | Siksika filmmaker Sinakson Trevor Solway is the inspiration behind this edition of Alberta Wins presented by Play Alberta, submitted by Real Talker Jerry. We feature Solway's documentary Siksikakowan: The Blackfoot Man, winner of the Best of Festival Golden Sheaf Award and Best Feature Documentary at the Yorkton Film Festival.  WATCH THE FILM: https://youtu.be/eJ3zrC0h_lM?si=g3WmT8I_0JrfZ1O7 ALBERTA WINS WITH PLAY ALBERTA BECAUSE ALL REVENUE STAYS IN ALBERTA. WHETHER YOU PLAY, BET, OR BUY - WITH CASINO, SPORTS, OR LOTTERY - KNOW THAT YOUR FUN ALSO HELPS MAKE A DIFFERENCE ACROSS THE PROVINCE. LEARN MORE AT https://playalberta.ca/. MUST BE 18+ TO PLAY. IF YOU GAMBLE, USE YOUR GAMESENSE.  1:42:00 | You'll never guess who Jespo ran into last night. We wrap the show with a "last call" story.  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/ ALBERTA BUSINESS OWNERS: ALBERTA CHAMBERS of COMMERCE WANT TO KNOW YOUR TOP PRIORITIES FOR THE PROVINCE. PARTICIPATE IN THE ALBERTA PERSPECTIVES SURVEY BEFORE 5PM MT ON FRIDAY, JUNE 12: https://research.albertaperspectives.... 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.

How did the media get it so wrong with B.C.'s Conservative leadership race? Does Alberta separation really deserve this much attention? Does Canada's Online News Act accomplish anything? UFC on the White House lawn: is this real life? We get into it all with political and cultural commentator J.J. McCullough (4:30) 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/ CHECK HIM OUT ON YOUTUBE:  @JJMcCullough   J.J.'s SUBSTACK: https://jjmccullough.substack.com/ 44:00 | Nearly half of Canadians say they've used artificial intelligence for medical advice over the past year. David Valentin joins from Liaison Strategies with insights on what it all means. CHECK OUT THE SURVEY RESULTS: https://press.liaisonstrategies.ca/ai-in-health-care-canadians-using-ai-but-draw-the-line-at-autonomous-diagnosis/ 1:00:00 | Claude Lemieux's death is spurring talk about men's mental health. Mara Grunau and Seth McVeity have an important message about the Buddy Up program. LEARN MORE: https://www.buddyup.ca/ COUNSELLING ALBERTA: https://www.counsellingalberta.com/ 1:22:30 | We shout out the 35,000+ who sat through pounding rain at Commonwealth Stadium for the Canada-Uzbekistan FIFA Friendly in this 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. LEARN MORE: playalberta.ca/realtalk 1:26:10 | What're your thoughts on the UFC event happening on the White House lawn later this month? Jespo and Johnny debate the merits and dip into 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 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.

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.

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/ 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.

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.

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.

Seven years ago, Jespo publicly banned John Carpay from appearing on his terrestrial radio show after the two locked horns over COVID restrictions. This episode, Jespersen and Carpay reconvene in our feature interview (3:00) presented by Mercedes-Benz Edmonton West. The two look back on that polarizing pandemic and debate some of Canada's most controversial legislation including the so-called Peterson's Law protecting free speech for professionals and the UCP's Bill 25 removing "bias and ideology" from classrooms. 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/ 43:30 | Janet Brown's newest poll shows some of the wealthiest Albertans most want to separate from Canada, and Alberta NDP leader Naheed Nenshi is losing ground to premier Danielle Smith. The renowned pollster and political commentator takes us into the numbers. JANET BROWN OPINION RESEARCH: https://www.planetjanet.ca/ 1:17:15 | Does the Alberta NDP need a rebrand? We 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/ 1:22:40 | Congratulations to the Canmore Eagles - 2026 AJHL Champions! Real Talker Dawn checks in from Canmore in this edition of Alberta Wins 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.  SHARE YOUR ALBERTA WIN: talk@ryanjespersen.com  1:25:20 | Jespo shares some intel on a favourite hiking destination and we dig deeper into a potential Alberta NDP rebrand.  TELL US WHAT YOU THINK: talk@ryanjespersen.com  THE REAL TALK LIVE STREAM is presented by CALIFORNIA CLOSETS. BOOK YOUR FREE CONSULTATION TODAY: 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.

David Eby's government sold DRIPA as a historic step toward reconciliation, but as implementation begins, the cracks are starting to show. Meantime, public opinion is shifting. Support for reconciliation - once broadly embraced - is being tested as people grapple with what the Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples Act could mean for the economy, governance, and decision-making authority in the province. In our feature interview presented by Mercedes-Benz Edmonton West, Mo Amir (2:40) tells us why he thinks B.C.'s premier has lost "serious, unrecoverable credibility" over his handling of DRIPA.  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/. 58:00 | Did you know inclusive post-secondary education began in Alberta? Nearly 30 years ago, the province embraced a simple idea: students with intellectual disabilities belong in the same classrooms, the same programs, the same campus life as everyone else. Real Talker Charmaine tells the story in this week's edition of Alberta Wins 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.  SHARE YOUR ALBERTA WIN: talk@ryanjespersen.com  1:01:20 | Have you filed your taxes yet? How much thought are you putting into your short- and longer-term tax and investment strategy? Cary Williams from North Road Investment Counsel gives us a few key things to think about.  CONNECT WITH NORTH ROAD: https://www.northroadic.com/waypoint 1:29:30 | Was Jespo's crew the best-dressed foursome at Rogers Place for Game Two of the Oilers-Ducks series?  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.

Is there any more successful provincial branding campaign in Canadian history than Alberta Beef? Distillers are hoping Alberta Whisky sees the same international uptick with the (pending) passage of the Alberta Whisky Act, which sets strict standards for anything branded Alberta Whisky. We get into it with Minister Dale Nally, Bryce Parsons from the Alberta Craft Distillers Association and True Wild Distilling, and Bill Eaton and Kris Sustrik from Hansen Distillery in our feature interview presented by Mercedes-Benz Edmonton West (2:30).  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/ 1:01:00 | Real Talker Jenni in Grande Prairie might be more excited than anybody else in Canada for the 2028 World Cup of Hockey! She authors this week's Alberta Wins 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.  SHARE YOUR ALBERTA WIN: talk@ryanjespersen.com  1:05:30 | Have you been following the public meltdown of Airdrie pizza shop owner Farouk Elsaghir? Real Talkers have their say in our 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.

"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.

Canadian Curtis Wright has been detained by ICE for more than 100 days, after he was arrested at Houston's airport returning from business in Mexico. A lawful permanent resident of the U.S., Wright was taken into custody on November 6 after being flagged for additional screening by federal immigration authorities. During the screening, officials cited a misdemeanor conviction from more than two decades ago—a minor-in-possession offense involving a Xanax tablet—as grounds to challenge his immigration status.  In our feature interview presented by Mercedes-Benz Edmonton West, Curtis' brother Adam Scorgie tell us how the family's holding up (2:50), and what they're doing to try to return Curtis to his three young children. THIS EPISODE IS PRESENTED BY HANSEN DISTILLERY -- EDMONTON'S ORIGINAL DISTILLERY -- ROOTED IN PRAIRIE GRIT AND A REBELLIOUS SPIRIT. PROUDLY LOCAL, ALWAYS ORIGINAL. HANSEN DISTILLERY IS MADE RIGHT, RIGHT HERE. https://hansendistillery.com/ CURTIS' GO FUND ME: https://www.gofundme.com/f/help-free-curtis-from-ice-detention MBEW: https://www.mercedes-benz-edmontonwest.ca/ 32:55 | Real Talker Keltie celebrates entrepreneurs and risk takers in this edition of Alberta Wins presented by Play Alberta. SUBMIT 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/ 36:00 | It's Budget Day in our home province, and Shauna Feth has her Eye on Alberta Business. The president and CEO of Alberta Chambers of Commerce tells us what businesses are looking for in the UCP's budget.  CHECK OUT AB CHAMBERS' VOTE PROSPERITY CAMPAIGN: https://www.abchamber.ca/our-priorities/vote-prosperity-ab/ 52:25 | Jespo and Johnny debrief on the ICE detention story and the U.S. Women's Hockey Team's summer plan with Flavor Flav.  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  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.

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.

Top NHL prospect Gavin McKenna faces a felony assault charge following an altercation at a Pennsylvania bar. Rumour is the 18-year-old McKenna and his Mom were repeatedly harassed by the 21-year-old who reportedly wound up with a broken jaw. What would you do in a situation like this? We debate the merits of defending your family or walking away (1:10:30) in this very candid episode of Real Talk.  TELL US WHAT YOU THINK: leave a comment below or email talk@ryanjespersen.com  But first... 5:00 | We check in on Jasper's fire rebuild with Edmonton MP Eleanor Olszewski, the Liberals' new Ministerial Lead for Jasper. Of course, we ask what she thinks about Consevative MP Jamil Jivani's trip to D.C. to meet with the Trump administration, too. 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/ BUY YOUR FULL HOUSE LOTTERY TICKETS TODAY: https://bit.ly/4sWLHOz 38:00 | Will you be tuning into the Olympic Winter Games? Would you like to see Canada host the Games again? We get into Liaison Strategies' new polling ahead of the Opening Ceremony for Milan Cortina.  CHECK OUT THE RESULTS: https://www.liaison.ca/polls/canadians-love-their-hockey-but-not-enough-to-foot-the-bill-for-a-future-olympics 55:00 | Real Talkers give us their cost-benefit analysis around hosting the Olympics in our Live Chat powered by Park Power. SAVE on INTERNET, ELECTRICITY, and NATURAL GAS: https://parkpower.ca/realtalk/ 1:06:00 | We focus (get it?) on Alberta photographers taking top honours in Canadian Geographic's Canadian Photos of the Year in this edition of 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/ 1:10:30 | What would you do if somebody hurled insults at your Mom or another beloved family member? We dig into the rumours around Gavin McKenna's felony assault charge in Pennsylvania.  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.

There's little doubt Pierre Poilievre will survive his leadership review at Conservative Convention in Calgary. The question is, what tone will he set, how will he manage Trump supporters and Alberta separatists, and which direction will the party adopt moving forward? Podcaster and former (United) Conservative staffer Erika Barootes talks it out from Calgary (3:40) 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/. 41:20 | We dip into the Real Talk Live Chat powered by Park Power for your takes on Conservative Convention 2026.  SAVE on INTERNET, ELECTRICITY, and NATURAL GAS: https://parkpower.ca/realtalk/ 47:10 | Albertans are rallying around former Jasper resident "Vrato" Durech, who's lucky to be alive after falling 40 metres while ice climbing in Colorado. In this week's "Alberta Wins" presented by Play Alberta, we celebrate the community spirit behind a GoFundMe to cover emergency medical air transport to bring Vrato home.  GOFUNDME: https://www.gofundme.com/f/please-help-bring-vratislav-home-for-ongoing-medical-care 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/ 54:00 | Real Talkers have a LOT to say about Alberta axing disability supports. Shyla, Wendy, and Amanda share their families' stories in response to our Real Talk Round Table on the shift from ADAP to AISH.  TELL US YOUR STORY: talk@ryanjespersen.com WATCH THAT EPISODE: https://rtrj.info/012826ADAP 1:12:30 | Looking for club seats to the Edmonton Oilers/Minnesota Wild game on Saturday, January 31? We've got six up for auction in support of the Real Talk Pond Hockey Classic! Auction closes January 31 at 2pm MT.  ENTER YOUR BID: https://www.32auctions.com/RTPondHock... 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 emergency rooms are described as "death zones" in a shocking report leaked to Real Talk. Six deaths and a few dozen "critical near-misses" over a two week period are front and centre in our extended conversation with Dr. Paul Parks (4:00), a southern Alberta ER doc and past-president of the Alberta Medical Association. 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/ SHARE YOUR HEALTHCARE EXPERIENCE: talk@ryanjespersen.com  1:12:40 | Did you know Alberta's U18 boys AND girls football teams won national championships in overtime this past season? This incredible achievement is shared by Real Talker Johnny K for 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/ 1:15:50 | What are your early money memories? What are your family values around finances? Cary Williams from North Road Investment Counsel joins Ryan in our historic Mercer Warehouse studio with great insights for a new year. Let us know what you think about his comments on tightwads and spendthrifts - leave a reply below!  SNOWBIRDS! CHECK OUT NORTH ROAD INVESTMENT COUNSEL's MEXICO WORKSHOPS: https://www.northroadic.com/mxevents We've got room for ONE more team at the Real Talk Pond Hockey Classic on Saturday, January 31 in St. Albert!  SIGN UP TODAY: https://www.ryanjespersen.com/pond-hockey 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 funds private and independent schools at a higher level than any other province, but spends less per public school student than anywhere else in the country. Alicia Taylor, a Calgary high school teacher, is trying to change that. She tells us about her citizen initiative petition Alberta Funds Public Schools (3:00) in our feature interview presented by Mercedes-Benz Edmonton West.  THIS EPISODE IS PRESENTED BY HANSEN DISTILLERY -- EDMONTON'S ORIGINAL DISTILLERY -- ROOTED IN PRAIRIE GRIT AND A REBELLIOUS SPIRIT. PROUDLY LOCAL, ALWAYS ORIGINAL. HANSEN DISTILLERY IS MADE RIGHT, RIGHT HERE. https://hansendistillery.com/ LEARN MORE: https://abfundspublicschools.ca/ CHECK OUT OUR OCT. 22 INTERVIEW WITH AISCA: https://rtrj.info/102225AISCA 32:30 | Our Live Chat powered by Park Power is HUMMING with a ton of different takes on education funding in Alberta (and across the country). If you've got something to add but you missed watching this episode live, send us an email to talk@ryanjspersen.com.  SAVE on INTERNET, ELECTRICITY, and NATURAL GAS: https://parkpower.ca/realtalk 1:12:00 | Did you know Alberta is home to Canada's only companion bird rescue, rehab, and rehoming organization? We had no idea until Real Talker "Cloud9117" told us about Meika's Safehouse. We're proud to shine a light on this super cool organization in this edition of Alberta Wins presented by Play Alberta.  MEIKA'S SAFEHOUSE: https://www.meikasbirdhouse.com/safehouse#available-for-adoption 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/ 1:17:00 | Jespo and Johnny dip back into the Live Chat for more takes on education funding.  1:27:00 | It's absolute mayhem in Minnesota, with another civilian shot by ICE agents.  Registration is open for the Real Talk Pond Hockey Classic on Saturday, January 31 in St. Albert!  SIGN UP TODAY: https://www.ryanjespersen.com/pond-hockey 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.

Athana Mentzelopoulos is the former President and CEO of Alberta Health Services. She was fired by the Alberta government exactly one year ago for what the province calls "alarming incompetence" and an inability to carry out the mandates she was given. She says that's not true. In a $1.7M wrongful-dismissal lawsuit, Mentzelopoulos alleges she was fired because she refused to shut down an internal investigation into procurement practices at AHS, including concerns about contracts, private providers, and how public dollars were being spent. She also claims since her termination, she's faced an ongoing campaign of intimidation and harassment tied to speaking up.  Until now, Athana Mentzelopoulos has not granted any interviews. In this episode of Real Talk, she speaks publicly (2:30) in our feature interview presented by Mercedes-Benz Edmonton West.  THIS EPISODE IS PRESENTED BY HANSEN DISTILLERY -- EDMONTON'S ORIGINAL DISTILLERY -- ROOTED IN PRAIRIE GRIT AND A REBELLIOUS SPIRIT. PROUDLY LOCAL, ALWAYS ORIGINAL. HANSEN DISTILLERY IS MADE RIGHT, RIGHT HERE. https://hansendistillery.com/ TELL US WHAT YOU THINK: talk@ryanjespersen.com  1:34:45 | Shout out to Canadian snowboarder Elizabeth Hosking, who just earned gold in the women's halfpipe at the Calgary stop of the FIS Snowboard World Cup! We feature Hosking's ground-breaking achievement in this edition of Alberta Wins proudly 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/ 1:39:00 | Jespo drops into the Real Talk Live Chat powered by Park Power to see what you have to say about the Mentzelopoulos interview.  SAVE on INTERNET, ELECTRICITY, and NATURAL GAS:  1:55:15 | Registration is open for the Real Talk Pond Hockey Classic on Saturday, January 31 in St. Albert!  SIGN UP TODAY: https://www.ryanjespersen.com/pond-hockey 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.

Whatever Donald Trump's doing in Venezuela, it'll have a major effect on Alberta's bottom line. We break it down in a special year-end edition of the Real Talk Round Table (6:00) with Nathan Mison (Diplomat Consulting), Michaela Frey (Alberta Counsel), Jason Hatcher (Navigator), and Shauna Feth (President and CEO, Alberta Chambers of Commerce).  THIS EPISODE IS PRESENTED BY RAPIDEX FINANCIAL, A PROUD MADE-IN-ALBERTA SOLUTION OFFERING CRYPTO YOUR WAY. FIRST-TIME USERS SAVE 50% WITH THE EXCLUSIVE PROMO CODE RYAN50 ON THE ONLINE PORTAL AT https://rapidexfinancial.com/ ALBERTA CHAMBERS of COMMERCE: https://www.abchamber.ca/ Real Talk's feature interviews are presented by Mercedes-Benz Edmonton West: https://www.mercedes-benz-edmontonwest.ca/ 1:06:00 | We dive into the Real Talk Live Chat powered by Park Power to see what you have to say about Alberta's outlook for 2026. 1:19:45 | Did you see the insane dunk grade 12 student Jordan Hunter threw down at Jasper Place High School? How could we not feature it in Alberta Wins presented by Play Alberta?!  USE PROMO CODE RYAN50 TO SCORE A $50 CASINO BONUS WITH MINIMUM $50 DEPOSIT ON THE PLAY ALBERTA APP OR AT https://playalberta.ca/. 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 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 there was an election today, we would win." You're about to hear from Alberta NDP leader Naheed Nenshi (2:15), who's confident Alberta is ready for another political upheaval. We ask the Opposition Leader whether or not this is the wildest time in Alberta political history off the top, then cover debate stifled at the Legislature, his plan to recruit more doctors (without spending more), and what his NDP colleagues cross Canada are saying about plans for a new pipeline. Feature interviews on Real Talk are presented by Mercedes-Benz Edmonton West.  THIS EPISODE IS PRESENTED BY HANSEN DISTILLERY, WHO'S BRINGING THE HEAT THIS HOLIDAY SEASON WITH THE GINGERBREAD COOKIE CREAM LIQUEUR, MINT CHOCOLATE CREAM LIQUEUR, AND THEIR LIMITED-EDITION NORTHERN EYES SEVEN-YEAR WHISKY. PLACE YOUR ORDER TODAY: https://hansendistillery.com/ MBEW: https://www.mercedes-benz-edmontonwest.ca/ 42:30 | Jespo and Johnny debrief after the Nenshi 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 see the Poilievre/Carney exchange in the House of Commons earlier this week? Conservative columnist Lorne Gunter tore Pierre a new one after the "stunt". Do you agree with Lorne?  TELL US WHAT YOU THINK: talk@ryanjespersen.com  1:09:30 | The Holiday Train is rolling through Alberta this week! Real Talker Brenna submits a perfect Alberta Win presented by our friends at Play Alberta. USE PROMO CODE RYAN50 TO SCORE A $50 CASINO BONUS WITH MINIMUM $50 DEPOSIT ON THE PLAY ALBERTA APP OR AT https://playalberta.ca/. MUST BE 18+ TO PLAY. IF YOU GAMBLE, PLEASE USE YOUR GAMESENSE.  1:10:30 | Firefighter Terry has a warning for winter drivers. Take heed!  1:19:30 | Should Real Talk host a Round Table debate on Alberta separation? Ryan discusses lawyer Keith Wilson's proposal submitted via X. 1:24:40 | Should the Freedom Convoy be recognized with a stat holiday? BC MLA Tara Armstrong thinks so. We get into it (and Ryan has a message for everybody dreading drama through the holidays)... 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 Real Talk Rumour Mill reports multiple Conservative MPs are being approached by the Liberals to join MP Chris d'Entremont and cross the floor. Rumours include two prominent Alberta MPs - one of them Conservative, one of them not. What're the chances this strategy saves PM Mark Carney from a nail-biter of a budget vote that could trigger another election? We ask Politico's Mickey Djuric (4:00) about her d'Entremont scoop, then put it all in front of strategists Zain Velji and Puneeta McBryan (11:45) in our feature interview presented by Mercedes-Benz Edmonton West.  THIS EPISODE IS PRESENTED BY HANSEN DISTILLERY: https://hansendistillery.com/ Support YWCA of Edmonton's Rose Campaign to help end violence against women and girls by purchasing a bottle (or case!) of Whisky Rose. All proceeds support the cause. Purchase in person at Hansen Distillery: 17412 111 Avenue // Edmonton, AB. 11:45 | What a story. Puneeta and Zain give us their takes on Zohran Mamdani's mercurial rise to mayor of NYC.  CHECK OUT THE STRATEGISTS LIVE on NOV. 12: https://www.showpass.com/the-strategists-live/ CONNECT WITH PUNEETA: https://www.puneeta.co/ 55:00 | Shout out to filmmaker Jenna Bailey, the Canadian Centre for Behavioural Neuroscience, and the creative crew at University of Lethbridge for making the new film "Brainstorm" a global success! We shine a spotlight on groundbreaking research right here in Alberta in this week's edition of Alberta Wins presented by our friends at Play Alberta. DOWNLOAD THE PLAY ALBERTA APP: https://playalberta.ca/ MUST BE 18+ TO PLAY. IF YOU GAMBLE, PLEASE USE YOUR GAMESENSE. 57:30 | Over the past year, there were more than nine thousand 9-1-1 calls relating to domestic violence in Edmonton alone. YWCA of Edmonton's Christine McCourt-Reid tells us why the Rose Campaign is vital to building healthy communities.  THE ROSE CAMPAIGN: https://ywcaofedmonton.org/events/rose-campaign/ 1:14:30 | Real Talker Rick emails in about "Winston Churchill -- the famous floor crosser". Jespo and Johnny get to Live Chat comments about Alberta nurses and health care aides voting 98% in favour of a strike and Indigenous Veterans Day. The Real Talk Live Chat is powered by Park Power.  TELL US WHAT YOU THINK: talk@ryanjespersen.com 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 US government shutdown continues into its second week, as Canada and the U.S. continue to work toward a trade deal (we hope). We've got you covered with Wyatt Sharpe reporting live from the White House (2:30) in our feature interview presented by Mercedes-Benz Edmonton West.   MBEW: https://www.mercedes-benz-edmontonwest.ca/ 13:30 | On day four of the Alberta teachers' strike, the Real Talk Rumour Mill is fuelled by your emails to talk@ryanjespersen.com following our interview with Education Minister Demetrios Nicolaides. WATCH THAT INTERVIEW: https://rtrj.info/100825Minister 28:10 | Jespo's still buzzing after the Battle of Alberta, and it shows in this week's edition of Alberta Wins presented by Play Alberta.  GET A $50 FREE BET WHEN YOU DEPOSIT $50 USING THE PROMO CODE RYAN50: https://playalberta.ca/ -- MUST BE 18+ TO PLAY. IF YOU GAMBLE, PLEASE USE YOUR GAMESENSE. 31:30 | Municipal elections across Alberta are looming - October 20 - so we check in with independent media voices Omar Mouallem from Edify and Karen Unland from Taproot Edmonton to see how they're covering it differently from the mainstream outlets.  CHECK OUT EDIFY: https://edifyedmonton.com/ TAKE THE TAPROOT ELECTION SURVEY: https://edmonton.taproot.news/ 1:30:30 | Jespo and Johnny are in the mood to chew the fat, including thoughts on the Blue Jays dispatching the Yankees from the MLB post-season, the Flames taking down the Oilers in their NHL season openers, tips to never pay for parking, and the best bra store in the whole wide world (yeah, you heard us right).  TELL US WHAT YOU THINK: talk@ryanjespersen.com  CHECK OUT THE JASPER HOTEL OFFER: https://www.jasper.travel/hotel-offer/ SUPPORT THE ROYAL ALEXANDRA HOSPITAL: http://givetoroyalalex.org/ 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.

"Heather's" hubby is suddenly getting healthier and looking better than he did on their wedding day after turning 40. Is that change motivated just by midlife or someone else? Flirting techniques, Can't Beat Kelly (Brittany from PRP came TO PLAY!!) and TBT!

(0:00) The set debate continues, and Ahmed has some news(6:55) Preseason Week 1: To Play, or Not to Play?(22:40) Contender Achilles' Heels: AFC(48:50) Contender Achilles' Heels: NFC(1:12:00) DraftKings: Playoff Odds of Last Year's Playoff Teams(1:14:20) Hot Take Time Machine: How predictive were quotes from last August?

Sunday's show, finally uploaded for your listening enjoyment. Fresh from our adventure in Chesterfield, 2 hours of pretty decent music. No theme this week. Just the two of us picking a bunch of songs from our “To Play” folder(s). The next show is a bit up in the air as we were tempted to make a Sly Stone Tribute Show but honestly, that just feels like a lot of hard work and we won't be able to do it justice.As always, get in touch with requests, recommendations and guest mix inquiries!https://www.instagram.com/radionighttrain/https://bsky.app/profile/thenighttrain.co.ukDon't forget, we're also available for family functions, weddings, funerals, boat launches and more!SHOWNOTESSuspended in Air on lwstd.fmNick Waterhouse DJ Mix for Toronto Soul ClubLetta Mbulu's In the Music...Purelink Make Ambient Music You Can Believe In | PitchforkTRACKLISTINGJ.V.C. Force - Strong Island 89King Curtis - Night TrainKonkolo Orchestra - Le Secret (Bosq Remix)Mohammad Syfkhan - Do You Have a Lover or Not?Little Simz - Lion (feat. Obongjayar)Kathy Heideman - The Earth Won't Hold MeMartyn - ef40Annisteen Allen - Bongo boogieBilly Larkin and The Delegates - Pigmy (Pts 1 and 2)The Jungle Brothers - Feelin' AlrightLetta Mbulu - NomalizoRoughneck Soldiers - Kill Or Be Killed (Instrumental)The Butch Cassidy Sound System - Brothers And SistersThe Butch Cassidy Sound System - Brothers and Sisters DubSharon Forrester - Love Don't Live Here Any MoreTommy McCook - Soul RemedyIkebe Shakedown - No AnswerQueens of The Stone Age - Leg of LambJ.J. Barnes - Chains Of LoveThe Wailing Wailers - It Hurts To Be AloneBob Dylan - All the Tired Horses (without overdubs, self portrait)Benny Carter - NightfallSophie - BIPP (Autechre Mx)Too Short - Blow The Whistle (instrumental)The Alessi Brothers - SeabirdAudio Obscura - SomaFour Tet - 4t RecordingsPurelink - Rookie (Feat._Loraine_James)Bipolar Explorer - Spring TideAphex Twin - XtalTom Waits - Closing Time

As the first engineer at a pioneering startup specializing in artificial intelligence, John Guiver's expertise in mathematics and programming laid the groundwork for his technical career. While still working in this field, John began translating the memoirs of survivors of the 1972 Andes flight disaster, which led to the publication of his own book on the subject, entitled To Play the Game. Writing not only gave John a new creative outlet, but also a profound connection to the stories of resilience and survival that emerged from that tragedy.John's early career as an engineer and mathematician set the stage for a unique perspective on creativity, one that blends analytical thinking with artistic expression. He recounts how his work in AI during its formative years required not only technical expertise but also a creative mindset to tackle complex problems and innovate within the field.Visiting the site of the disaster, and translating the memoirs of crash survivors, not only connected him to a profound human experience but also instilled in him the confidence to pursue writing in a more personal and expressive way.While researching the crash, John discovered a rich tapestry of interconnected lives and shared histories. This theme of community serves as a backdrop for his writing, as he seeks to honour the memories of those who perished while also celebrating the resilience of survivors. In this episode John also discusses the challenges of finding his voice as a writer and emphasizes the importance of perseverance in the writing process, sharing practical insights into his daily writing habits and how his experiences enriched both his book and his life. He encourages listeners to boldly pursue their passions, underscoring the importance of storytelling and connection in the creative journey. Buy Me a CoffeeCreativityFound.co.ukInstagram: @creativityfoundpodcastThreads: @creativityfoundpodcastFacebook: @creativityfoundpodcast and Creativity Found groupYouTube @creativityfoundpodcastResearched, edited and produced by Claire Waite BrownMusic: Day Trips by Ketsa Undercover / Ketsa Creative Commons License Free Music Archive - Ketsa - Day TripsArtworks: Emily Portnoi emilyportnoi.co.ukPhoto: Ella PalletBook your Podcast Startup Sanity Check here. Click here to book a 1-to-1 online chat with me to understand more about the Creativity Found Collective, the promotional and networking membership for creative small businesses.Support the showJoin the Creativity Found Collective hereSubscribe to the Creativity Found mailing list herePodcast recorded with Riverside and hosted by Buzzsprout

 John Guiver is an author who turned to writing after a career in the world of artificial intelligence and hi-tech software who has spent many years researching the 1972 Andes flight disaster, first as a hobby and then as a full-time passion. His research eventually led to the publication of his book titled “To Play the Game,” which was published in December 2022, the 50th anniversary of the return of 16 survivors after being lost in the mountains for 72 days. John also appeared as a guest expert on the May 2023 ABC 20/20 documentary called “Prisoners of the Snow.” John shares the details of the tragedy with a heart of compassion and empathy for the victims, the survivors, the families, and the community. His description of the event is not only based on his extensive research, but also from his personal experience of doing the trek to the crash site twice, and meeting several of the survivors and their families 50 years after the tragedy. He also explains how his experience researching and writing the book, along with the friendships that came from the experience gave him an even deeper connection for all of the individuals involved. Of the many insights and life lessons John gleaned from this event, the most powerful is simply for all of us to open our eyes to the human side of every tragedy. Download this incredible episode to hear the story of the tragedy of the 1972 Andes flight disaster, not from the perspective of sensationalism and judgement, but from the perspective of the human side of the story. After all, who are we to judge?       QUOTE: "Open your eyes to the human side of every story." ~John Guiver https://johnguiver.org/ https://www.facebook.com/jpguiver https://www.linkedin.com/in/guiver/  

Send us a textThis is a message I shared at Timothy Lutheran Church on Sunday December 8th the Second Sunday of Advent from Philippians Chapter 1. The song I played is "The Truth" from Megan Woods. To Play is click here

My guest today on the Online for Authors podcast is John Guiver, author of the book To Play the Game. John's  lifetime interest in the 1972 Andes Flight Disaster led him to travel to the site of the accident in January 2013 in the company of one of the sixteen survivors, Eduardo Strauch. Through him, John met many others connected to the story, including survivors Pedro Algorta and Coche Inciarte, whose memoirs he translated. Over the years, he has conducted numerous interviews within the close-knit passenger community, and has delved deeply into various archives, including that of Piers Paul Read who wrote the best-selling 1974 account of the tragedy, Alive. The detailed information he amassed persuaded him to write a comprehensive history of this iconic event. More recently, he was a guest expert on the May 2023 ABC 20/20 documentary "Prisoners of the Snow", a production for which his book was a major source. In my book review, I stated To Play the Game is the story of Flight 571. You may remember hearing about the plane that went down full of rugby players. The plane crashed, and it took ten weeks before they were found. A famous book, Alive, talks in detail about those ten weeks, but John's story does even more. First, he doesn't focus only on the survivors. Instead, he also tells the story of every person on the plane, so we understand why they were on the plane and what their life was like before the crash. Additionally, John spends a lot of time setting up the world view of the passengers, including their hometowns, occupations, education, and even love lives. Finally, John looks at the many possible causes of the accident. Each of these pieces makes this book a very comprehensive look at Flight 571 and all who were affected by the tragedy. Subscribe to Online for Authors to learn about more great books! https://www.youtube.com/@onlineforauthors?sub_confirmation=1 Join the Novels N Latte Book Club community to discuss this and other books with like-minded readers: https://www.facebook.com/groups/3576519880426290 You can follow Author John Guiver Website: https://johnguiver.org/ FB: @jpguiver LinkedIn: @guiver   Purchase To Play the Game on Amazon: Paperback: https://amzn.to/46I7Ipr   Teri M Brown, Author and Podcast Host: https://www.terimbrown.com FB: @TeriMBrownAuthor IG: @terimbrown_author X: @terimbrown1   #johnguiver #toplaythegame #biography #terimbrownauthor #authorpodcast #onlineforauthors #characterdriven #researchjunkie #awardwinningauthor #podcasthost #podcast #readerpodcast #bookpodcast #writerpodcast #author #books #goodreads #bookclub #fiction #writer #bookreview *As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases.

Send us a Text Message.In this episode of Living the Dream with Curveball, host Curveball sits down with John Guiver, an author who transitioned from a career in artificial intelligence and high-tech software to writing. John shares his deep dive into the 1972 Andes disaster, a tragic event that he has meticulously researched and documented in his book "To Play the Game," released on the 50th anniversary of the disaster in 2022. https://johnguiver.orgPlease follow, rate, review, and share this episode to as many people as possible.

We're going to take a little side road along our musical journey for this episode. It's not something I often do, especially in my youth, but I'm going to make a big deal out of my birthday this year, since it actually falls on a day I publish my episodes. 62 is not a milestone. There is no special celebration with my high school classmates, since next year we'll be celebrating at our 45-year reunion. In fact, I better get busy and call a meeting since I am currently the chair of the reunion committee. In that vein, I am going to pull out an album filled with plenty of songs you've already heard on this show, but they all appear on this one disk. I keep circling back to Herb Alpert and the Tijuana Brass. Back to the music that made my household so much fun to grow up in. Back to an album that was permanently in the To Play pile next to the living room record player. So, get ready to hear the entire album of music that always went along well with my mom's lasagna, a house full of friends, and bocce ball in the backyard and help me celebrate with some favorite memories in Volume 186: Best of TJB (Happy Birthday to Me). More information about this album, see the Discogs webpage for it.  Include links to previous spinning My Dad's Vinyl episodes featuring the TJB: Volume 6: Herb Alpert Lonely Bull Volume 33: Tijuana Brass Going Places Volume 54: Alpert's Ninth Volume 98: Whipped Alpert Volume 129: Brass' Beat for Father's Day Volume 156: Christmas Herb Credits and copyrights Herb Alpert & The Tijuana Brass – Greatest Hits Label: A&M Records – SP-4245 Series: Greatest Hits (8) Format: Vinyl, LP, Compilation, Stereo, Terre Haute Pressing Released: 1970 Genre: Jazz, Latin Style: Latin Jazz Liner Notes – Charles Champlin Cover Photography – Jim McCrary Producer – Herb Alpert, Jerry Moss Comes in a "UniPak" styled gatefold cover with a inner pocket to house LP. We will hear all 12 songs in the order they appear. Lonely Bull Written-By – Sol Lake Appeared on The Lonely Bull Released in 1964 Spanish Flea Written-By – Julius Wechter Appeared on Going Places released in 1967 Getting Sentimental Over You Written-By – George Bassman Appeared on Going Places released in 1967 Love Potion #9 (first time I came across an actress by the name of Sandra Bullock...it's hilarious.) Written-By – Jerry Leiber and Mike Stoller Appeared on Whipped Cream and other Delights Released in 1965 Never On Sunday Written-By – Billy Towne and Mano Hadjidakis Appeared on The Lonely Bull Released in 1964 Mexican Shuffle Written-By – Sol Lake Appeared on South of the Border Released in 1964 Taste Of Honey Written-By – Bobby Scott and Ric Marlow Appeared on Whipped Cream and other Delights Released in 1965 Tijuana Taxi Written-By – Ervan Coleman Appeared on Going Places released in 1967 South Of The Border Written-By – Jimmy Kennedy and Michael Carr Appeared on South of the Border Released in 1964 America Written-By – Leonard Bernstein and Stephen Sondheim Appeared on America Released in 1969 Whipped Cream Written-By – Naomi Neville Appeared on Whipped Cream and other Delights Released in 1965 Zorba The Greek Written-By – Mikis Theodorakis Appeared on Going Places released in 1967 I do not own the rights to this music. ASCAP, BMI licenses provided by third-party platforms for music that is not under Public Domain.

John Guiver is the author of the book "To Play the Game," the story of the aeronautical disaster of flight 571, which crashed in the Andes in 1972, and involved cannibalism in order to survive. John Guiver's lifetime interest in the 1972 Andes Flight Disaster led him to travel to the site of the accident in January 2013 in the company of one of the sixteen survivors, Eduardo Strauch. Through him, he met many others connected to the story, including survivors Pedro Algorta and Coche Inciarte, whose memoirs he translated. Over the years, he conducted numerous interviews within the close-knit passenger community, and delved deeply into various archives, including that of Piers Paul Read who wrote the best-selling 1974 account of the tragedy, Alive. The detailed information he amassed persuaded him to write a comprehensive history of this iconic event. "To Play the Game" retells the story both on and off the mountain, giving an in-depth look at the world from which the passengers came, and an analysis of the possible causes of the accident. The account is enriched by the stories of those who didn't return from the mountain, related through the eyes of their families, bringing much-needed balance to a history which has largely focused on the survivors. Shownotes are here https://www.paultrammell.com/dream-chasers-and-eccentrics Support the show through Patreon here https://www.patreon.com/DreamChasersandEccentrics

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To Pull Someone's Leg explained. I'm pulling your leg!Head over to the interview with Sarah. 133 Reading in Italian until fluent - Sarah IfeomaDifferent meanings of "To Pull Someone's Leg":To Tease or Joke Playfully:Example: "I was just pulling your leg when I said the boss was looking for you."To Deceive or Mislead in a Light-Hearted Manner:Example: "Don't believe him; he's just pulling your leg about the surprise party."To Engage in Friendly Banter or Prank:Example: "John loves pulling his sister's leg by pretending to be a ghost in the dark."To Play a Light-Hearted Trick or Practical Joke:Example: "The kids pulled their teacher's leg by hiding all the chalk before class."Alternative Phrases:To Jest with Someone:Example: "I was jesting with you; there's no need to take it seriously."To Tease Gently:Example: "She was just teasing, don't let it bother you."To Engage in Light Banter:Example: "We were just engaging in some light banter; no harm meant."Etymology Stories:The origin of "to pull someone's leg" is a bit unclear, but several theories exist:Theatrical Origin:One theory suggests it originated in the theatrical world. In early theater, actors would literally trip or pull each other's legs to create comedic effects. Over time, this physical action evolved into a metaphor for playing a joke.Pickpocketing Connection:Another theory links it to pickpocketing. Some say that thieves would trip their targets to distract them while stealing from their pockets, giving rise to the expression.Old English Slang:There's also a belief that it's rooted in Old English slang where "pull" meant to trick or deceive. "Pulling someone's leg" could have been a figurative expression evolving from this linguistic background.Nautical Origins:A less common theory ties it to nautical slang, where "leg" referred to a rope. Pulling someone's leg might have been akin to figuratively pulling a person with a rope, suggesting trickery.

John Guiver John Guiver Expert on the 1972 Andes flight disaster. Biography I am an author who turned to writing after a career in the world of artificial intelligence and hi-tech software. I have spent many years researching the 1972 Andes flight disaster, first as a hobby, and then full time, leading to the publication of a comprehensive history of the event, "To Play the Game", which appeared in December 1972 - the fiftieth anniversary of the return of sixteen survivors after 72 days lost in the mountains. Desired CTA Send Audience To: This link gives information about my book, and my involvement in the Andes story. It contains links to the book and to interviews and other media interactions. https://johnguiver.org/ About John Guiver My lifetime interest in the 1972 Andes Flight Disaster led me to travel to the site of the accident in January 2013 in the company of one of the sixteen survivors, Eduardo Strauch. Through him, I met many others connected to the story, including survivors Pedro Algorta and Coche Inciarte, whose memoirs I translated. Over the years, I have conducted numerous interviews within the close-knit passenger community, and have delved deeply into various archives, including that of Piers Paul Read who wrote the best-selling 1974 account of the tragedy, Alive. The detailed information I have amassed persuaded me to write a comprehensive history of this iconic event. "To Play the Game" retells the story both on and off the mountain, giving an in-depth look at the world from which the passengers came, and an analysis of the possible causes of the accident. The account is enriched by the stories of those who didn't return from the mountain, related through the eyes of their families, bringing much-needed balance to a history which has largely focused on the survivors. More recently, I was a guest expert on the May 2023 ABC 20/20 documentary "Prisoners of the Snow", a production for which my book was a major source. Learn More Ideas For Episode Titles / Main Focus The Andes tragedy fifty years on. Life and death in the Andes To Play the Game A community forever scarred Choosing life Questions John Is Always Ready To Answer How did you get involved in the Andes story? What inspired to to write a history of the Andes tragedy? What makes your book different from other books on the subject? What is so iconic about the 1972 Andes Flight disaster? How did a plane get lost in the Andes? Could you talk about the aftermath of the tragedy, and its effect on the close-knit community from which the passengers came? Could you recap the story? Was rugby a big part of what helped the passengers survive? Your book has a big focus on the non-survivors; why is it important to tell their stories? What is the meaning of the title? Noteworthy Podcast Episodes John Has Been A Guest On Guest's Website Facebook Linkedinhttps://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/i-survived-plane-crash-had-to-eat-my-friends/id1515932214?i=1000521951743 #Airplane,#Author,#Catholic,#Nonfiction, #Post Traumatic Stress Disorder - PTSD,#Rugby,#South America,#Survival,#Trauma Recovery,#Uruguay, --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/bhsales/message

Grandpa Bill talks today about each color of our Chakras; and how they corresponds with one of your Chakras, or energy centers, which are directly related to your health and well-being... THIS color can help you in times of change and transformation...When you need to make difficult decisions, surround yourself with THIS color...Color plays a very important role in your life, and it's directly related to your Physical, Emotional, And Spiritual Health.  You see, color is made up of energy and vibrations. And so are you… You have 7 major energy centers in your body, called Chakras, that each have their own color. Your Chakras absorb energy from the Universe around you, and use it to nourish your physical, emotional, and spiritual being.   The second half of todays show preludes my next in stufio guests biography and our up coming topic for discussion his book! Biography I am an author who turned to writing after a career in the world of artificial intelligence and hi-tech software. I have spent many years researching the 1972 Andes flight disaster, first as a hobby, and then full time, leading to the publication of a comprehensive history of the event, "To Play the Game", which appeared in December 1972 - the fiftieth anniversary of the return of sixteen survivors after 72 days lost in the mountains. Desired CTA Send Audience To: This link gives information about my book, and my involvement in the Andes story. It contains links to the book and to interviews and other media interactions. About John Guiver My lifetime interest in the 1972 Andes Flight Disaster led me to travel to the site of the accident in January 2013 in the company of one of the sixteen survivors, Eduardo Strauch. Through him, I met many others connected to the story, including survivors Pedro Algorta and Coche Inciarte, whose memoirs I translated. Over the years, I have conducted numerous interviews within the close-knit passenger community, and have delved deeply into various archives, including that of Piers Paul Read who wrote the best-selling 1974 account of the tragedy, Alive. The detailed information I have amassed persuaded me to write a comprehensive history of this iconic event. "To Play the Game" retells the story both on and off the mountain, giving an in-depth look at the world from which the passengers came, and an analysis of the possible causes of the accident. The account is enriched by the stories of those who didn't return from the mountain, related through the eyes of their families, bringing much-needed balance to a history which has largely focused on the survivors. More recently, I was a guest expert on the May 2023 ABC 20/20 documentary "Prisoners of the Snow", a production for which my book was a major source. Learn More Ideas For Episode Titles / Main Focus The Andes tragedy fifty years on. Life and death in the Andes To Play the Game A community forever scarred Choosing life Questions John Is Always Ready To Answer How did you get involved in the Andes story? What inspired to to write a history of the Andes tragedy? What makes your book different from other books on the subject? What is so iconic about the 1972 Andes Flight disaster? How did a plane get lost in the Andes? Could you talk about the aftermath of the tragedy, and its effect on the close-knit community from which the passengers came? Could you recap the story? Was rugby a big part of what helped the passengers survive? Your book has a big focus on the non-survivors; why is it important to tell their stories? What is the meaning of the title? Noteworthy Podcast Episodes John Has Been A Guest On https://johnguiver.org/Guest's Website Facebook Linkedinhttps://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/i-survived-plane-crash-had-to-eat-my-friends/id1515932214?i=1000521951743 #business,#life,#reiki,#meditation,#chakras,#colors,#spiritual healing,#history,#health,#food,#energyhealing,#coherence,#heart brain cohrence --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/bhsales/message

When was the last time that you truly allowed yourself to play? To dance? To be goofy or silly? To color in a coloring book or play some video games for hours?When was the last time that you painted for the hell of it or redecorated a room because you felt like it? When was the last time that you played dress-up in your own closet?Well, if you've been feeling a little stagnant lately, a little flat, and feeling like you need a little “pick me up”, some pizzazz, some fun, some adventure back in your life, then, today's Powerback® episode just might do the trick.We're gonna talk about connecting with your inner child so you can reconnect with who you were before the world told you what you should be by embracing your fun, your play, your silliness, your adventure, and incorporating that version of you that lives inside of you every single day in your everyday life.We'll walk through:LauraAura: where the name comes from and what it meansMy recent impromptu rain playdateThe power of play and having funYou get to be for your inner child now what she needed thenA fun and beautiful exercise to reconnect with your inner childResources from this episodeCheck out my post about my impromptu rain playdate here for a picture of my rain-soaked-radiant self.Join the Gutsy Collective - The Gutsy Collective is a community of energetically driven female entrepreneurs + visionaries who desire meaningful growth – mentally, physically, and energetically. Join us online or in-person for monthly mentorship to reignite your fire and get the answers you seek.Get the support you need and feel alive again! - My mission is to help you discover your own personal alignment so that you can feel deeply connected and expansively alive – all with ease and flow. Whether you are a brand new or aspiring entrepreneur, you have a growing small business, or you are an expanding CEO ready for your next level of success, I've got your back! Click here to learn about the 3 ways I can support you and your business.Connect with LauraAuraFacebook: @thatlauraauraTikTok:  @thatlauraauraInstagram: @thatlauraauraSupport the showTHANK YOU, GUTSY TRIBE!We love, love, love to read your comments, feedback, and reviews. If you haven't yet, drop us one below! Your review might even get highlighted within one of our gutsy love posts or on our website.https://podcasts.apple.com/podcast/the-gutsy-podcast/id1445481970

"I am 32 flavors and then some." That is a lyric from one of my favorite artists, Ani DiFranco. Has anyone ever tried to tell you… To "Play it safe." To "Stay in your lane." To "Grow up." That is HORRIBLE advice. Curiosity can be your superpower, and in this episode, we will deconstruct these unhelpful stories so you can move toward new, exciting versions of yourself. I will give you three steps you can start taking today to get your curiosity flowing and moving in the direction that leaves the "adults" in the dust. Come and play.   ➡️

This episode is a roundtable hosted by Johanna Strong featuring four scholars (Elena Woodacre, Sarah Betts, Lucy Coatman and Jessica Storoschuk) discussing representations of monarchy on the small and silver screen. Topics of discussion include Netflix's The Crown and The Empress, K-Dramas on the Joseon dynasty, Marie Antoinette in Sofia Coppola's iconic film and the recent BBC series and more! Join us for this lively chat about how royal figures are represented and some of the challenges in bringing both historical and current monarchies on screen!If you are interested in this area of research, you might be interested in a call for contributors for a collection provisionally titled: "To Play the Queen: Historical Royal Women on Stage and Screen" (deadline 5 June 2023 for proposals).More information on our guests:Sarah Betts (Twitter @WromanticHistry)Lucy Coatman (Twitter @lucy_coatman and website)Jessica Storoschuk (Twitter @anhistorianblog and website)Elena Woodacre (Twitter @monarchyconf)

New York Giants - Daniel Jones Contract and Cap Value? Plus, To Play them or not Thats the Question.Online Big Blue Bringing you the Best in New York Giants Sports talk and entertainment!While I am a huge New York Giants fan I base my opinions via “status”. I look at statics, analytics and review game film. I spent over 25 years off and on working in the sport for Two NFL teams, Two AFL teams and two known worldwide networks in their NFL Divisions.You may not agree with my “take”, but rest assured I researched and sometimes even reached out to former NFL contacts before I based my conclusion.Some call me a homer, some say I am mean and hate the New York Giants, but I love my team and the sport! I just want to provide fact-based information in a timely matter and let you the New York Giants fans draw your own conclusion!Follow us on Twitter at https://twitter.com/OnlineBigBlue1#newyorkgiants #NYGiants #GiantsSupport the show

Am I The Best Version of Myself? Would I want To Play for me? And other interesting and important questions to ask halfway through the season

An Argentine woman translates "A Midsummer Night's Dream" while incessantly taping travel postcards to a wall. An actress in Buenos Aires seduces her colleague while rehearsing a scene for "Twelfth Night." A theater troupe flirts its way through rehearsals of "As You Like It" in an Argentine forest. If you're noticing a pattern here, you're not mistaken. These scenes all come from the films of Argentine filmmaker Matías Piñeiro. Born in Buenos Aires and now living in New York, Piñeiro has developed a cycle of six beautifully-filmed movies he calls “The Shakespeare Reads,” all of which are based around the female roles in Shakespeare's comedies. Piñeiro talks with Barbara Bogaev about his unique approach to his work and his craft. Matías Piñeiro is a screenwriter, director, and filmmaker. The six films in his “The Shakespeare Reads” series are "Rosalinda," "Viola," "The Princess of France," "Hermia & Helena," "Isabella," and the short film "Sycorax." Stream all of these films on MUBI, or buy them on Blu-ray and DVD from the Cinema Guild. Piñeiro teaches filmmaking at Brooklyn's Pratt Institute and coordinates the filmmaking department at the Elías Querejeta Film School in San Sebastián, Spain. From the Shakespeare Unlimited podcast. Published Tuesday, March 15. © Folger Shakespeare Library. All rights reserved. This podcast episode, “To Play a Pleasant Comedy,” was produced by Richard Paul. Garland Scott is the associate producer. It was edited by Gail Kern Paster. Ben Lauer is the web producer. Leonor Fernandez edits our transcripts. We had technical help from Andrew Feliciano and Evan Marquart at Voice Trax West in Studio City, California, and Josh Wilcox at Brooklyn Podcasting Studio in Brooklyn, New York.

In this spiritual episode of the Shut Up & Sit Down Podcast, Matt and Tom are talking about just one game - a game that has sat alone on Tom's ‘To-Play' shelf like a bottle of brown sauce in a wetherspoons sauce caddy. That's right, it's Bitoku, a game about splodging sauce all over a beautiful forest until various bears, otters and raccoons come to lick of all the liquid from the branches and leaves: yum yum yum.