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Kenny's not sold on Mark Carney, Other Ken feels differently, Darian's seeing doom and gloom on the horizon, David wants Danielle to call a by-election, Steve calls Jespo out re: a recent interview, and Jenny wants you to join the Alberta Resistance. It's The Flamethrower presented by the DQs of Northwest Edmonton and Sherwood Park! FIRE UP YOUR FLAMETHROWER: talk@ryanjespersen.com When you visit the DQs in Palisades, Namao, Newcastle, Westmount, and Baseline Road, be sure to tell 'em Real Talk sent you! 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.

All but burned to the ground on Election Night, the NDP faces an existential crisis. Is Canada a two-party system moving forward, or does our democracy need the NDP?  6:30 | Shannon Phillips and Ken Boessenkool disagree on the future of politics in Canada. Who do you agree with? Leave a comment below! Note: this episode was recorded one hour before Pierre Poilievre announced he'll seek a seat in Alberta's Battle River-Crowfoot constituency, with MP-elect Damien Kurek stepping aside. KEN'S GLOBE & MAIL PIECE: https://www.theglobeandmail.com/opinion/article-as-canada-moves-to-a-two-party-system-the-conservatives-need-new/ SHANNON'S SUBSTACK: https://substack.com/inbox/post/162343551?r=7eevt&utm_medium=ios&triedRedirect=true MAKE BETTER POLICY: https://mbpolicy.com/ 50:00 | How are election results landing in Canada's largest industrial park? Jespo talks politics, pipelines, and the future of the trades with two "blue collar" energy industry leaders. GET TICKETS to the NISKU ENERGY SHOW on MAY 14/15: https://business.yourchamber.ca/chamber-events/Details/2025-nisku-energy-show-1234907?sourceTypeId=Website 1:33:05 | Jespo and Johnny debrief after a wild week.  1:43:25 | Kenny's not sold on Mark Carney, Other Ken feels differently, Darian's seeing doom and gloom on the horizon, David wants Danielle to call a by-election, Steve calls Jespo out re: a recent interview, and Jenny wants you to join the Alberta Resistance. It's The Flamethrower presented by the DQs of Northwest Edmonton and Sherwood Park! FIRE UP YOUR FLAMETHROWER: talk@ryanjespersen.com  When you visit the DQs in Palisades, Namao, Newcastle, Westmount, and Baseline Road, be sure to tell 'em Real Talk sent you!  REGISTER FOR THE REAL TALK GOLF CLASSIC: https://www.ryanjespersen.com/real-ta... FOLLOW US ON TIKTOK, X, INSTAGRAM, and LINKEDIN: @realtalkrj & @ryanjespersen  JOIN US ON FACEBOOK: @ryanjespersen  REAL TALK MERCH: https://ryanjespersen.com/merch RECEIVE EXCLUSIVE PERKS - BECOME A REAL TALK PATRON: patreon.com/ryanjespersen THANK YOU FOR SUPPORTING OUR SPONSORS! https://ryanjespersen.com/sponsors The views and opinions expressed in this show are those of the host and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Relay Communications Group Inc. or any affiliates.

The Brantford Boomer story's being overblown, says GK. Jagmeet Singh didn't exactly win over Ross and Darian with his Real Talk interview. Heather's wondering where Ryan's head is at. Gerald says Mark Carney's not who they say he is. And Jennifer's calling out, well, EVERYBODY. It's The Flamethrower presented by the DQs of Northwest Edmonton and Sherwood Park! FIRE UP YOUR FLAMETHROWER: talk@ryanjespersen.com When you visit the DQs in Palisades, Namao, Newcastle, Westmount, and Baseline Road, be sure to tell 'em Real Talk sent you! 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.

Take it to the bank: Mark Carney's Liberals will form the next federal government. So say both the left- and right-leaning experts joining us on this pre-Election Day edition of Real Talk.  4:30 | Shannon Phillips and Ken Boessenkool analyze the party leaders' tour stops, Pierre Poilievre's beef with Nova Scotia's premier, Jagmeet Singh "putting Canada ahead of his party," and the "Brantford Boomer" story.  MAKE BETTER POLICY: https://mbpolicy.com/ 36:00 | One in six Canadians struggles with infertility. We welcome couple Linda Hoang and Mike Brown, Alberta Reproductive Centre's Dr. Ariana Daniel, and Fertility Alberta's Michelle Chidley to a Real Talk Round Table during Canadian Fertility Awareness Week. TELL US YOUR STORY: talk@ryanjespersen.com  MORE: https://www.fertilityawarenessweek.ca/ ALBERTA FERTILITY: https://albertafertility.ca/ 1:21:30 | Jespo tells us about his tour of iHuman HQ. CHECK OUT THE iHUMAN REAL TALK ROUND TABLE: https://rtrj.info/042425iHuman JOIN RYAN on MAY 7 at CANVAS FOR HOPE: https://ihuman.org/canvas-for-hope-fundraising-luncheon/ 1:28:30 | The Brantford Boomer story's being overblown, says GK. Jagmeet Singh didn't exactly win over Ross and Darian with his Real Talk interview. Heather's wondering where Ryan's head is at. Gerald says Mark Carney's not who they say he is. And Jennifer's calling out, well, EVERYBODY. It's The Flamethrower presented by the DQs of Northwest Edmonton and Sherwood Park!  FIRE UP YOUR FLAMETHROWER: talk@ryanjespersen.com  When you visit the DQs in Palisades, Namao, Newcastle, Westmount, and Baseline Road, be sure to tell 'em Real Talk sent you!  REGISTER FOR THE REAL TALK GOLF CLASSIC: https://www.ryanjespersen.com/real-ta... FOLLOW US ON TIKTOK, X, INSTAGRAM, and LINKEDIN: @realtalkrj & @ryanjespersen  JOIN US ON FACEBOOK: @ryanjespersen  REAL TALK MERCH: https://ryanjespersen.com/merch RECEIVE EXCLUSIVE PERKS - BECOME A REAL TALK PATRON: patreon.com/ryanjespersen THANK YOU FOR SUPPORTING OUR SPONSORS! https://ryanjespersen.com/sponsors The views and opinions expressed in this show are those of the host and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Relay Communications Group Inc. or any affiliates.

KP says the Liberals are losing (and they know it), Jonathan questions Jespo's patriotism, Jeremy says there's no excuse for abusers, and Johnny (not Infamous) says we're out to lunch on rent control. It's The Flamethrower presented by the DQs of Northwest Edmonton and Sherwood Park! FIRE UP YOUR FLAMETHROWER: talk@ryanjespersen.comWhen you visit the DQs in Palisades, Namao, Newcastle, Westmount, and Baseline Road, be sure to tell 'em Real Talk sent you! REGISTER FOR THE REAL TALK GOLF CLASSIC: https://www.ryanjespersen.com/real-ta... FOLLOW US ON TIKTOK, X, INSTAGRAM, and LINKEDIN: @realtalkrj & @ryanjespersenJOIN US ON FACEBOOK: @ryanjespersenREAL TALK MERCH: https://ryanjespersen.com/merchRECEIVE EXCLUSIVE PERKS - BECOME A REAL TALK PATRON: patreon.com/ryanjespersen The views and opinions expressed in this show are those of the host and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Relay Communications Group Inc. or any affiliates.

Nobody expects the People's Party of Canada to win a seat this election. But don't tell that to party leader Maxime Bernier, who tells us (2:45) why he's not cooperating with Pierre Poilievre's Conservatives. Max's critics (including Shannon Phillips and Ken Boessenkool right after the interview) say his party's too extreme to be taken seriously. Do you agree or disagree? PPC: https://www.peoplespartyofcanada.ca/ 27:15 | Shannon Phillips and Ken Boessenkool break down the Bernier interview and get into the key storylines of the French and English debates. MAKE BETTER POLICY: https://mbpolicy.com/ 1:09:00 | Jespo and Johnny debrief on the Bernier interview and the Oilers playoff hopes, and tee up tonight's English language debate.  1:37:00 | KP says the Liberals are losing (and they know it), Jonathan questions Jespo's patriotism, Jeremy says there's no excuse for abusers, and Johnny (not Infamous) says we're out to lunch on rent control. It's The Flamethrower presented by the DQs of Northwest Edmonton and Sherwood Park!  FIRE UP YOUR FLAMETHROWER: talk@ryanjespersen.com  When you visit the DQs in Palisades, Namao, Newcastle, Westmount, and Baseline Road, be sure to tell 'em Real Talk sent you!  REGISTER FOR THE REAL TALK GOLF CLASSIC: https://www.ryanjespersen.com/real-ta... FOLLOW US ON TIKTOK, X, INSTAGRAM, and LINKEDIN: @realtalkrj & @ryanjespersen  JOIN US ON FACEBOOK: @ryanjespersen  REAL TALK MERCH: https://ryanjespersen.com/merch RECEIVE EXCLUSIVE PERKS - BECOME A REAL TALK PATRON: patreon.com/ryanjespersen THANK YOU FOR SUPPORTING OUR SPONSORS! https://ryanjespersen.com/sponsors The views and opinions expressed in this show are those of the host and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Relay Communications Group Inc. or any affiliates.

Voici l’essentiel de l’épisode du 17 avril 2025 pour l’émission La commission: Les médias de droite comme Rebel News et True North ne sont pas passés inaperçus mercredi lors du débat francophone des chefs. Mercredi après-midi, des dizaines d’élèves de l’école secondaire de Westmount ont débrayé pour protester contre le laxisme de l’école face aux plaintes d’agressions sexuelles et d’intimidation. Pourquoi c’est si compliqué pour les écoles d’intervenir lorsque des élèves se font intimider et agresser? Les scanneurs pourraient être responsables, aux États-Unis, de 100 000 cancers par année, soit 5% des cas diagnostiqués dans le pays, selon une étude publiée par des chercheurs américains dans la revue Jama Internal Medicine. De quoi devrions-nous être inquiets? Est-ce que les mammographies comptent, parmi ces scanneurs responsables de cancer? On le sait, on tente d’améliorer le service du transport en commun dans le Grand Montréal. Aujourd’hui, EXO présente son rapport annuel 2024. Est-ce que le service s’améliore? Voir https://www.cogecomedia.com/vie-privee pour notre politique de vie privée

Nesen says Pierre better get serious about policy, AJ says Jespo's out to lunch on "grey areas," Ms. B has a hot take on The Great One, Cam has an axe to grind with Max Fawcett, and Brandon paints a picture of a sovereign Alberta. It's The Flamethrower presented by the DQs of Northwest Edmonton and Sherwood Park! FIRE UP YOUR FLAMETHROWER: talk@ryanjespersen.com When you visit the DQs in Palisades, Namao, Newcastle, Westmount, and Baseline Road, be sure to tell 'em Real Talk sent you!    

Pretty much everybody agrees: the consumer carbon tax is dead in Canada. Mark Carney's getting credit for it in the polls, which has to drive Pierre Poilievre crazy. After all, he's the one who's promised to "Axe the Tax" for the past two years. In this episode, two of Canada's most credible voices on the matter debate: Who ultimately killed the carbon tax?  3:30 | Shannon Phillips and Ken Boessenkool dig into the carbon tax, the UCP "CorruptCare" scandal, low oil prices and the Alberta budget, Mark Carney and China, Pierre Poilievre and crowd sizes, and the inevitable fate of the federal NDP.  MAKE BETTER POLICY: https://mbpolicy.com/ 1:12:20 | Jespo tells us about the time then-MP Kerry Diotte blew him up on Twitter at 3am.  1:22:00 | Nesen says Pierre better get serious about policy, AJ says Jespo's out to lunch on "grey areas," Ms. B has a hot take on The Great One, Cam has an axe to grind with Max Fawcett, and Brandon paints a picture of a sovereign Alberta. It's The Flamethrower presented by the DQs of Northwest Edmonton and Sherwood Park!  FIRE UP YOUR FLAMETHROWER: talk@ryanjespersen.com  When you visit the DQs in Palisades, Namao, Newcastle, Westmount, and Baseline Road, be sure to tell 'em Real Talk sent you!  SUPPORT THE FULL HOUSE LOTTERY TODAY! https://fullhouse.ca/ REGISTER FOR THE REAL TALK GOLF CLASSIC: https://www.ryanjespersen.com/real-ta... JOIN US APRIL 12 at the ICCHANGE GALA: https://www.icchange.ca/2025gala 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.

"TheSco" says Danielle Smith's Breitbart interview is a "nothing burger," Lindsay's sick of hearing so much about The Donald, "G" wants to know who wants out (of Canada), Todd in Grande Prairie has a challenge for Alberta's premier, and Charlene's hoping you'll join her April 11 at the Alberta Legislature. FIRE UP YOUR FLAMETHROWER: talk@ryanjespersen.com When you visit the DQs in Palisades, Namao, Newcastle, Westmount, and Baseline Road, be sure to tell 'em Real Talk sent you! REGISTER FOR THE REAL TALK GOLF CLASSIC: https://www.ryanjespersen.com/real-talk-golf-classic 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.

Has the average Canadian learned anything about the major parties' election platforms, with talk of Trump and tariffs taking up so much space? In this episode, our Real Talk Round Table panelists highlight the most significant policy announcements to date - including Conservative and Liberal housing plans.  3:45 | Shannon Phillips and Ken Boessenkool dig into Mark Carney and Pierre Poilievre's proposals for affordable housing and Jagmeet Singh's Canada Victory Bonds. Plus, what does Ken (co-author of the well-known Firewall Letter) think about Danielle Smith's "national unity crisis" comment, and does Shannon think former mayor Chris Spearman can win for the Liberals in Lethbridge? CHECK OUT MBPolicy: https://mbpolicy.com/ 52:35 | We LOVE this Edmonton success story! Born and raised in Iraq, Dr. Abdullah Saleh emigrates to Edmonton, graduates from medical school, and founds an international NGO changing lives around the world. We shine a spotlight on Innovative Canadians for Change ahead of their April 12 gala "Clear Waters, Clear Futures".  JOIN US APRIL 12: https://www.icchange.ca/2025gala 1:27:50 | The results are in: we take a look at Ryan's unofficial, unscientific Twitter poll on how you handle door knockers. Grande Prairie councillor Dylan Bressey writes in with his on thoughts on "being on the doors".  1:53:00 | Johnny's opening for DJ Pauly D this weekend. Woooooooot! 1:56:10 | "TheSco" says Danielle Smith's Breitbart interview is a "nothing burger," Lindsay's sick of hearing so much about The Donald, "G" wants to know who wants out (of Canada), Todd in Grande Prairie has a challenge for Alberta's premier, and Charlene's hoping you'll join her April 11 at the Alberta Legislature. FIRE UP YOUR FLAMETHROWER: talk@ryanjespersen.com  When you visit the DQs in Palisades, Namao, Newcastle, Westmount, and Baseline Road, be sure to tell 'em Real Talk sent you!  PAY LESS FOR INTERNET, ELECTRICITY, and NATURAL GAS: https://parkpower.ca/realtalk/ REGISTER FOR THE REAL TALK GOLF CLASSIC: https://www.ryanjespersen.com/real-ta... JOIN US APRIL 12 at the ICCHANGE GALA: https://www.icchange.ca/2025gala 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.

Jenny and Nathan have no time for Premier Danielle Smith's trip to Florida, Ron doesn't like what he's hearing about Alberta separating from Canada, Michael calls out the Kool-Aid drinkers, and Brian has a question for "51st State" supporters. It's The Flamethrower presented by the DQs of Northwest Edmonton and Sherwood Park! FIRE UP YOUR FLAMETHROWER: talk@ryanjespersen.com When you visit the DQs in Palisades, Namao, Newcastle, Westmount, and Baseline Road, be sure to tell 'em Real Talk sent you! 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.

Pollsters are starting to talk about a Mark Carney majority government. What a twist from just a few months ago, when it appeared Pierre Poilievre would cake walk his way to the PMO. Should Conservatives be hitting the panic button, or is there enough time to turn this trend around?  2:30 | Every Friday through the campaign, we're working with the policy firm Meredith, Boseenkool, and Phillips to present conversations across the political specetrum. This week, it's Rahim Mohamed and Shannon Phillips summing up Week One of the campaign, debating Danielle Smith's appearance with Ben Shapiro at a fundraiser in Florida, and allegations Mark Carney cheated on his PhD dissertation at Oxford.  TELL US WHAT YOU THINK: leave a comment below!  1:01:30 | Should Pierre Poilievre grow a beard? We ask AI to cook up a couple photos for your review in this very serious and undeniably insightful segment.  1:12:45 | We're thrilled to be working with Vicky Mochama on the new podcast Party All The Time. Episode One is out - subscribe, check it out, and let us know what you think!  PARTY ALL THE TIME ON APPLE PODCASTS: https://rtrj.info/PATTApplePodcasts PARTY ALL THE TIME ON SPOTIFY: https://rtrj.info/PATTSpotify PARTY ALL THE TIME TRAILER: https://rtrj.info/PATTTrailer 1:19:45 | Jenny and Nathan have no time for Premier Danielle Smith's trip to Florida, Ron doesn't like what he's hearing about Alberta separating from Canada, Michael calls out the Kool-Aid drinkers, and Brian has a question for "51st State" supporters. It's The Flamethrower presented by the DQs of Northwest Edmonton and Sherwood Park!  FIRE UP YOUR FLAMETHROWER: talk@ryanjespersen.com  When you visit the DQs in Palisades, Namao, Newcastle, Westmount, and Baseline Road, be sure to tell 'em Real Talk sent you!  PAY LESS FOR INTERNET, ELECTRICITY, and NATURAL GAS: https://parkpower.ca/realtalk/ KNOCK 50% OFF an annual subscription to Alberta Views with the promo code AVRJ: https://albertaviews.ca/ REGISTER FOR THE REAL TALK GOLF CLASSIC: https://www.ryanjespersen.com/real-ta... JOIN US APRIL 12 at the ICCHANGE GALA: https://www.icchange.ca/2025gala 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.

Carolyn's hot in more ways than one, Gabe wonders if Albertans are "too stupid to know," Russ says Poilievre needs to free up his plane, RMc has the ballot box question, Gerald's got his tin foil hat on,  FIRE UP YOUR FLAMETHROWER: talk@ryanjespersen.com  When you visit the DQs in Palisades, Namao, Newcastle, Westmount, and Baseline Road, be sure to tell 'em Real Talk sent you! 

Most folks agree politicians' families are off limits when it comes to public criticism. But not all folks. A right wing media outlet in Canada made its own news in the lead-up to the election campaign, dragging Prime Minister Mark Carney's kid Sasha into the spotlight. 6:10 | Journalist Justin Ling tells us why he's pushing back on the Carney attack. READ JUSTIN'S WORK: https://www.bugeyedandshameless.com/ TELL US WHAT YOU THINK: leave a comment here or email talk@ryanjespersen.com  38:00 | It's Neurodiversity Celebration Week! Tara Langan talks to us about ADHD, Autism, and the new Athabasca University course Neurodiversity in the Workplace.  CHECK OUT THE COURSE: https://powered.athabascau.ca/product?catalog=Neurodiversity-in-the-Workplace&__hstc=165944686.fbe769542343d2e1d51c9ac367ad2a69.1738942178704.1742406479742.1742567123629.24&__hssc=165944686.1.1742567123629&__hsfp=1888264866 1:28:00 | Jespo and Johnny debrief, featuring firsthand testimony on the Real Talk Live Chat powered by Park Power. Real Talkers Michael and Don have thoughts on our March 20 interview with former Conservative MP James Cumming. WATCH THE JAMES CUMMING INTERVIEW: https://rtrj.info/032025CPC SAVE MONEY ON INTERNET, ELECTRICITY, and NATURAL GAS: https://parkpower.ca/realtalk/ 1:46:00 | Alberta Premier Danielle Smith is threatening Ottawa with a "national unity crisis". Thoughts? 1:49:00 | Carolyn's hot in more ways than one, Gabe wonders if Albertans are "too stupid to know," Russ says Poilievre needs to free up his plane, RMc has the ballot box question, Gerald's got his tin foil hat on,  FIRE UP YOUR FLAMETHROWER: talk@ryanjespersen.com  When you visit the DQs in Palisades, Namao, Newcastle, Westmount, and Baseline Road, be sure to tell 'em Real Talk sent you!  KNOCK 50% OFF an annual subscription to Alberta Views with the promo code AVRJ: https://albertaviews.ca/ REGISTER FOR THE REAL TALK GOLF CLASSIC: https://www.ryanjespersen.com/real-ta... FOLLOW US ON TIKTOK, X, INSTAGRAM, and LINKEDIN: @realtalkrj & @ryanjespersen  JOIN US ON FACEBOOK: @ryanjespersen  REAL TALK MERCH: https://ryanjespersen.com/merch RECEIVE EXCLUSIVE PERKS - BECOME A REAL TALK PATRON: patreon.com/ryanjespersen THANK YOU FOR SUPPORTING OUR SPONSORS! https://ryanjespersen.com/sponsors The views and opinions expressed in this show are those of the host and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Relay Communications Group Inc. or any affiliates.

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Blahsheep says corruption is everywhere, Paul's pissed he's paying to demo the Coliseum, Jan calls Jespo and Johnny to the carpet over Tesla, and Michael has an NSFW message for our neighbours to the south. It's The Flamethrower presented by the DQs of Northwest Edmonton and Sherwood Park! FIRE UP YOUR FLAMETHROWER: talk@ryanjespersen.com When you visit the DQs in Palisades, Namao, Newcastle, Westmount, or Baseline Road, be sure to tell 'em Real Talk sent you! REGISTER FOR THE REAL TALK GOLF CLASSIC: https://www.ryanjespersen.com/real-talk-golf-classic FOLLOW US ON TIKTOK, X, INSTAGRAM, and LINKEDIN: @realtalkrj & @ryanjespersen JOIN US ON FACEBOOK: @ryanjespersen REAL TALK MERCH: https://ryanjespersen.com/merch RECEIVE EXCLUSIVE PERKS - BECOME A REAL TALK PATRON: patreon.com/ryanjespersen THANK YOU FOR SUPPORTING OUR SPONSORS! https://ryanjespersen.com/sponsors The views and opinions expressed in this show are those of the host and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Relay Communications Group Inc. or any affiliates.

Nobody's hurting American farmers more than President Donald Trump. His trade war with Canada is raising prices, and his cuts to USAID are hitting U.S. producers where it hurts. Meantime, farmers and ranchers north of the border are escaping the pain...for now. Everybody knows that could change in an instant. What should Ag producers and Canadian consumers be doing to prepare?  2:45 | We talk Ag with Dave Solverson, past president of the Canadian Cattlemen's Association, Andre Harpe from Alberta Canola, rancher and Cows in Control founder Ryan Copithorne, and Alberta Chambers of Commerce president and CEO Shauna Feth.  CHECK OUT ALBERTA CHAMBERS of COMMERCE: https://www.abchamber.ca/ 1:12:00 | Blahsheep says corruption is everywhere, Paul's pissed he's paying to demo the Coliseum, Jan calls Jespo and Johnny to the carpet over Tesla, and Michael has an NSFW message for our neighbours to the south. It's The Flamethrower presented by the DQs of Northwest Edmonton and Sherwood Park!  FIRE UP YOUR FLAMETHROWER: talk@ryanjespersen.com  When you visit the DQs in Palisades, Namao, Newcastle, Westmount, or Baseline Road, be sure to tell 'em Real Talk sent you!  REGISTER FOR THE REAL TALK GOLF CLASSIC: https://www.ryanjespersen.com/real-ta... FOLLOW US ON TIKTOK, X, INSTAGRAM, and LINKEDIN: @realtalkrj & @ryanjespersen  JOIN US ON FACEBOOK: @ryanjespersen  REAL TALK MERCH: https://ryanjespersen.com/merch RECEIVE EXCLUSIVE PERKS - BECOME A REAL TALK PATRON: patreon.com/ryanjespersen THANK YOU FOR SUPPORTING OUR SPONSORS! https://ryanjespersen.com/sponsors The views and opinions expressed in this show are those of the host and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Relay Communications Group Inc. or any affiliates.

Lucky's proudly flying the flag, Janey has a message for "traitors to the toque," Ron says Canada could become Puerto Rico, Jake's up for revoking citizenship, Debbie and Stephen are proud of Danielle Smith AND Justin Trudeau (!!), and Lisa isn't "drinking the Kool-Aid" on cougar hunting. It's The Flamethrower presented by the DQs of Northwest Edmonton and Sherwood Park! FIRE UP YOUR FLAMETHROWER: talk@ryanjespersen.com When you visit the DQs in Palisades, Namao, Newcastle, Westmount, and Baseline Road, make sure to tell 'em Real Talk sent you! REGISTER FOR THE REAL TALK GOLF CLASSIC: https://www.ryanjespersen.com/real-talk-golf-classic 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 a

Chrystia Freeland says Donald Trump is underestimating Canada's strength. The Liberal leadership candidate tells us her plan for Trump, Ukraine, and the next federal election "when" she's Prime Minister (3:00).  29:30 | Where were you when you heard four RCMP officers had been murdered in Mayerthorpe? Hard to believe it's been twenty years since the tragedy that rocked the nation. We welcome Mayor Janet Jabush, Staff Sgt. Grant Kneller, and Margaret Fraser-Thibeault from RCMP victims' services for a special edition of the Real Talk Round Table.  MARGARET'S BOOK ON GRIEF: https://books.friesenpress.com/store/title/119734000193829121/Margaret-Fraser-Thibault-I'm-OK-Until-I'm-Not-OK CONTACT MARGARET re: RCMP CHALLENGE COINS: fpthib@telus.net or 780-305-8800 1:14:50 | Ryan's got an inkling something big is about to go down at the Alberta Legislature. What do you think?  EMAIL THE SHOW: talk@ryanjespersen.com  1:20:30 | Lucky's proudly flying the flag, Janey has a message for "traitors to the toque," Ron says Canada could become Puerto Rico, Jake's up for revoking citizenship, Debbie and Stephen are proud of Danielle Smith AND Justin Trudeau (!!), and Lisa isn't "drinking the Kool-Aid" on cougar hunting. It's The Flamethrower presented by the DQs of Northwest Edmonton and Sherwood Park!  FIRE UP YOUR FLAMETHROWER: talk@ryanjespersen.com  When you visit the DQs in Palisades, Namao, Newcastle, Westmount, and Baseline Road, make sure to tell 'em Real Talk sent you!  REGISTER FOR THE REAL TALK GOLF CLASSIC: https://www.ryanjespersen.com/real-talk-golf-classic 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.

racey's got strong opinions about cougar hunts, Jim blows our mind with his take on humanity, Brent says quit yer bitchin' about Donald Trump, Garth's got a sovereign solution, and Ronnie has a direct question for Danielle Smith. It's The Flamethrower presented by the DQs of Northwest Edmonton and Sherwood Park! FIRE UP YOUR FLAMETHROWER: talk@ryanjespersen.com When you visit the DQs in Palisades, Namao, Newcastle, Westmount, and Baseline Road, make sure to tell 'em Real Talk sent you! FOLLOW US ON TIKTOK, X, INSTAGRAM, and LINKEDIN: @realtalkrj & @ryanjespersen JOIN US ON FACEBOOK: @ryanjespersen REAL TALK MERCH: https://ryanjespersen.com/merch RECEIVE EXCLUSIVE PERKS - BECOME A REAL TALK PATRON: patreon.com/ryanjespersen THANK YOU FOR SUPPORTING OUR SPONSORS! https://ryanjespersen.com/sponsors The views and opinions expressed in this show are those of the host and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Relay Communications Group Inc. or any affiliates.

It's the most anticipated international hockey showdown in 15 years. When Canada and the U.S.A. clash in the 4 Nations Face-Off final in Boston, they'll be fighting for more than a gold medal. We kick off this episode with a perspective check on what's at stake. Later in the show (23:00), we shine a spotlight on life-changing (and life-saving) research advancements in women's health.  2:25 | But first...Chris LaBossiere's wearing a special jersey at TD Garden for the big game. The president of the Juno Beach Centre talks about the price of freedom, why it matters, and a little bit about hockey.  SUPPORT THE JUNO BEACH CENTRE: https://www.junobeach.org/ 23:00 | Drs. Sofia Ahmed, Colleen Norris, and Jane Schulz join Ryan for one of the most informative and interesting Real Talk Round Tables in a long time. We talk about the past, present, and future of women's health research ahead of the Luminaries Luncheon on March 7 in support of the Alberta Women's Health Foundation. TICKETS: https://www.albertawomenshealthfoundation.org/events 1:11:30 | Jespo and Johnny recap Premier Danielle Smith's news conference about the alleged healthcare scandal, and update the orphaned cougars story out of Canmore.  1:19:00 | Tracey's got strong opinions about cougar hunts, Jim blows our mind with his take on humanity, Brent says quit yer bitchin' about Donald Trump, Garth's got a sovereign solution, and Ronnie has a direct question for Danielle Smith. It's The Flamethrower presented by the DQs of Northwest Edmonton and Sherwood Park!  FIRE UP YOUR FLAMETHROWER: talk@ryanjespersen.com  When you visit the DQs in Palisades, Namao, Newcastle, Westmount, and Baseline Road, make sure to tell 'em Real Talk sent you!  FOLLOW US ON TIKTOK, X, INSTAGRAM, and LINKEDIN: @realtalkrj & @ryanjespersen  JOIN US ON FACEBOOK: @ryanjespersen  REAL TALK MERCH: https://ryanjespersen.com/merch RECEIVE EXCLUSIVE PERKS - BECOME A REAL TALK PATRON: patreon.com/ryanjespersen THANK YOU FOR SUPPORTING OUR SPONSORS! https://ryanjespersen.com/sponsors The views and opinions expressed in this show are those of the host and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Relay Communications Group Inc. or any affiliates.

Gordon MacDonald represents district 1, which includes Sydney Mines, the Tobin Rd area of North Sydney, Florence, Little Pond, and Alder Point.Steve Gillespie represents district 4, which includes Point Edward, Westmount, part of Coxheath, Sydney River.

Sheryl schools us on dead chickens and dancing monkeys, Jenny wants you to join the resistance, Alanna's spitting fire over the newest Alberta Health scandal, Steve's sick of being robbed, Stephanie's had enough of the "treacherous tangerine," and Cody wants everybody to rethink a specific, recurring chore.  It's The Flamethrower presented by the DQs of Northwest Edmonton and Sherwood Park! FIRE UP YOUR FLAMETHROWER: talk@ryanjespersen.com When you visit the DQs in Palisades, Namao, Newcastle, Westmount, and Baseline Road, be sure to tell 'em Real Talk sent you!

More than 600 families remain displaced after wildfire ripped through Jasper in July of 2024. As clean-up continues and rebuilds begin, officials are at odds over the "right way" to rebuild one of Canada's most magnificent tourism destinations. With hundreds of millions of dollars hanging in the balance, we check in with federal, provincial, and municipal leaders to figure out what they agree on, and what they don't.  2:45 | Minister Terry Duguid, federal lead on Jasper recovery efforts, tells us about his trip to the mountain town and conditions around $160M in new funding.  23:10 | We ask Hon. Ric McIver, Alberta's Minister of Municipal Affairs, why the province is withholding the $112M it promised for housing.  46:10 | Mayor Richard Ireland talks housing crunch, tax shortfalls, and the future vision for Jasper.  1:16:45 | The next generation isn't drinking like generations before did. Why is that?  1:31:30 | Sheryl schools us on dead chickens and dancing monkeys, Jenny wants you to join the resistance, Alanna's spitting fire over the newest Alberta Health scandal, Steve's sick of being robbed, Stephanie's had enough of the "treacherous tangerine," and Cody wants everybody to rethink a specific, recurring chore. It's The Flamethrower presented by the DQs of Northwest Edmonton and Sherwood Park!  FIRE UP YOUR FLAMETHROWER: talk@ryanjespersen.com When you visit the DQs in Palisades, Namao, Newcastle, Westmount, and Baseline Road, be sure to tell 'em Real Talk sent you!   HANG OUT WITH JESPO AT OTR ON SUPER BOWL SUNDAY: https://ontherocksyeg.com/ FOLLOW US ON TIKTOK, X, & INSTAGRAM: @realtalkrj & @ryanjespersen  JOIN US ON FACEBOOK & LINKEDIN: @ryanjespersen  REAL TALK MERCH: https://ryanjespersen.com/merch RECEIVE EXCLUSIVE PERKS - BECOME A REAL TALK PATRON: patreon.com/ryanjespersen THANK YOU FOR SUPPORTING OUR SPONSORS! https://ryanjespersen.com/sponsors   The views and opinions expressed in this show are those of the host and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Relay Communications Group Inc. or any affiliates.  

Scott has words for former PM Jean Chretien, Greg's not buying the UCP's COVID task force report, Karen's head's about to explode over coal, Wayne's getting ready to burn tires and poach grizzly bears, Pilot One has a reminder for Westerners, and Ronnie's ready to chase neo-Nazis out of town. It's The Flamethrower presented by the DQs of Northwest Edmonton and Sherwood Park! FIRE UP YOUR FLAMETHROWER: talk@ryanjespersen.com When you visit the DQs in Palisades, Namao, Newcastle, Westmount, and Baseline Road, be sure to tell 'em Real Talk sent you! FOLLOW US ON TIKTOK, X, & INSTAGRAM: @realtalkrj & @ryanjespersen JOIN US ON FACEBOOK & LINKEDIN: @ryanjespersen REAL TALK MERCH: https://ryanjespersen.com/merch RECEIVE EXCLUSIVE PERKS - BECOME A REAL TALK PATRON: patreon.com/ryanjespersen THANK YOU FOR SUPPORTING OUR SPONSORS! https://ryanjespersen.com/sponsors The views and opinions expressed in this show are those of the host and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Relay Communications Group Inc. or any affiliates

It's Tariffs Eve. Will Donald Trump actually make good on his threats? If so, who will ultimately pay the most? We present an international edition of the Real Talk Round Table featuring guests on both sides of the border. Plus, what was with Trump's bizarre political attacks after that deadly D.C. plane crash? HR consultant Dante King (39:30) explains why 47 is way off base.  8:00 | Sabine El-Chidiac (in Ottawa) and Elizabeth Hicks (in Detroit) lay out the true costs of tariffs on both sides of the border.  READ THEIR OP/ED: https://consumerchoicecenter.org/tomorrows-tariffs-will-hurt-everyone/ 39:30 | As recovery efforts were still underway, U.S. President Donald Trump was linking a deadly aviation disaster on DEI initiatives. HR consultant Dante King responds...with receipts.  CHECK OUT DANTE'S BOOK: https://www.danteking.com/diagnosingwhiteness 54:00 | Johnny and Jespo draw the winners of the Real Talk Pond Hockey Classic Early Bird Prize: tickets for six to the Oilers/Leafs game with limo bus transport.  Join us at the Real Talk Pond Hockey Classic on Saturday, February 1 at Larry Olexiuk Field in St. Albert from 9am-3:30pm! Spectators are more than welcome at this family-friendly event.  59:15 | Scott has words for former PM Jean Chretien, Greg's not buying the UCP's COVID task force report, Karen's head's about to explode over coal, Wayne's getting ready to burn tires and poach grizzly bears, Pilot One has a reminder for Westerners, and Ronnie's ready to chase neo-Nazis out of town. It's The Flamethrower presented by the DQs of Northwest Edmonton and Sherwood Park! FIRE UP YOUR FLAMETHROWER: talk@ryanjespersen.com When you visit the DQs in Palisades, Namao, Newcastle, Westmount, and Baseline Road, be sure to tell 'em Real Talk sent you!  FOLLOW US ON TIKTOK, X, & INSTAGRAM: @realtalkrj & @ryanjespersen  JOIN US ON FACEBOOK & LINKEDIN: @ryanjespersen  REAL TALK MERCH: https://ryanjespersen.com/merch RECEIVE EXCLUSIVE PERKS - BECOME A REAL TALK PATRON: patreon.com/ryanjespersen THANK YOU FOR SUPPORTING OUR SPONSORS! https://ryanjespersen.com/sponsors The views and opinions expressed in this show are those of the host and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Relay Communications Group Inc. or any affiliates.

Tonie hated our interview with Western Standard founder Derek Fildebrandt, Anna Banana peels paint over Danielle Smith's trip to D.C., and KP's got "liberals, dippers, easterners, greenies, Jespo and Johnny" in his sights over "fake love for Canada". It's The Flamethrower presented by the DQs of Northwest Edmonton and Sherwood Park! FIRE UP YOUR FLAMETHROWER: talk@ryanjespersen.com When you visit the DQs in Palisades, Namao, Newcastle, Westmount, and Baseline Road, be sure to tell 'em Real Talk sent you! FOLLOW US ON TIKTOK, X, & INSTAGRAM: @realtalkrj & @ryanjespersen JOIN US ON FACEBOOK & LINKEDIN: @ryanjespersen REAL TALK MERCH: https://ryanjespersen.com/merch RECEIVE EXCLUSIVE PERKS - BECOME A REAL TALK PATRON: patreon.com/ryanjespersen THANK YOU FOR SUPPORTING OUR SPONSORS! https://ryanjespersen.com/sponsors The views and opinions expressed in this show are those of the host and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Relay Communications Group Inc. or any affiliates.

We've got today's top political stories teed up for Cheryl Oates and Erika Barootes, including Doug Ford's early election call, a lacklustre Liberal leadership race, Pierre Poilievre's "two genders" interview, and Danielle Smith's visit to D.C.  1:30 | But first...everybody's talking about what a great job our buddy Marty Jones did with Gene Principe during the January 23 Oilers broadcast! Jespo and Johnny recap our interview with the 99-year-old D-Day veteran in November. MARTY JONES on REAL TALK: https://rtrj.info/111124MartyJones JUNO BEACH CENTRE: https://www.junobeach.org/ 9:45 | Erika and Cheryl get into Trump's tariff threats, Canada's military spending, and Danielle Smith's D.C. appearances. Is "lame duck" fair to describe the federal government (24:00), and is Mark Carney the next P.M.? Is Doug Ford right to call an early election (33:45)? 41:45 | If 80% of Albertans oppose coal mining in the Eastern Slopes, how can the UCP possibly defend it?  58:45 | What did you think of that Pierre Poilievre "two genders" moment during a CP24 interview?  1:11:45 | We're a week away from the Real Talk Pond Hockey Classic! Ryan and Johnny share a few details about the big day. Spectators are welcome between 9:30am-3:30pm Saturday, February 1 at Larry Olexiuk Field in St. Albert!  1:16:00 | Ryan throws Johnny under the bus for a cold-hearted comment.  1:19:00 | Tonie hated our interview with Western Standard founder Derek Fildebrandt, Anna Banana peels paint over Danielle Smith's trip to D.C., and KP's got "liberals, dippers, easterners, greenies, Jespo and Johnny" in his sights over "fake love for Canada". It's The Flamethrower presented by the DQs of Northwest Edmonton and Sherwood Park!  FIRE UP YOUR FLAMETHROWER: talk@ryanjespersen.com  When you visit the DQs in Palisades, Namao, Newcastle, Westmount, and Baseline Road, be sure to tell 'em Real Talk sent you!  FOLLOW US ON TIKTOK, X, & INSTAGRAM: @realtalkrj & @ryanjespersen  JOIN US ON FACEBOOK & LINKEDIN: @ryanjespersen  REAL TALK MERCH: https://ryanjespersen.com/merch RECEIVE EXCLUSIVE PERKS - BECOME A REAL TALK PATRON: patreon.com/ryanjespersen THANK YOU FOR SUPPORTING OUR SPONSORS! https://ryanjespersen.com/sponsors The views and opinions expressed in this show are those of the host and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Relay Communications Group Inc. or any affiliates.

Real Talkers are ALL fired up from ALL different angles as Danielle Smith tells her fellow premiers to pound sand. It's The Flamethrower presented by the DQs of Northwest Edmonton and Sherwood Park! FIRE UP YOUR FLAMETHROWER: talk@ryanjespersen.com When you visit the DQs in Palisades, Namao, Newcastle, Westmount, and Baseline Road, be sure to tell 'em Real Talk sent you! REGISTER FOR THE REAL TALK POND HOCKEY CLASSIC: https://www.ryanjespersen.com/pond-hockey FOLLOW US ON TIKTOK, X, & INSTAGRAM: @realtalkrj & @ryanjespersen JOIN US ON FACEBOOK & LINKEDIN: @ryanjespersen REAL TALK MERCH: https://ryanjespersen.com/merc 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.

Will voters think "Justin Trudeau" every time they see Mark Carney or Chrystia Freeland? Both Liberal leadership contenders will do everything they can to differentiate themselves from the outgoing PM...but will it work?  3:20 | We talk to political scientist Dr. Duane Bratt about Mark Carney's campaign launch (including a Rolls Royce limo publicity stunt and the cops showing up to remove a "journalist"), Jagmeet Singh's inevitable demise (35:00), Chrystia Freeland's chances in the Liberal leadership race (41:30), Danielle Smith snubbing her fellow premiers (57:45), and Joe Biden leaving the keys for Donald Trump (1:13:45).  1:30:00 | Real Talkers are ALL fired up from ALL different angles as Danielle Smith tells her fellow premiers to pound sand. It's The Flamethrower presented by the DQs of Northwest Edmonton and Sherwood Park!  FIRE UP YOUR FLAMETHROWER: talk@ryanjespersen.com  When you visit the DQs in Palisades, Namao, Newcastle, Westmount, and Baseline Road, be sure to tell 'em Real Talk sent you!  REGISTER FOR THE REAL TALK POND HOCKEY CLASSIC: https://www.ryanjespersen.com/pond-ho... FOLLOW US ON TIKTOK, X, & INSTAGRAM: @realtalkrj & @ryanjespersen  JOIN US ON FACEBOOK & LINKEDIN: @ryanjespersen  REAL TALK MERCH: https://ryanjespersen.com/merch RECEIVE EXCLUSIVE PERKS - BECOME A REAL TALK PATRON: patreon.com/ryanjespersen THANK YOU FOR SUPPORTING OUR SPONSORS! https://ryanjespersen.com/sponsors The views and opinions expressed in this show are those of the host and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Relay Communications Group Inc. or any affiliates.

7th Pilot, Jake, Travis, and David are ALL FIRED UP over Donald Trump's disrespect for Canada. This might be the fieriest edition in Flamethrower history, presented by the DQs of Northwest Edmonton and Sherwood Park! FIRE UP YOUR FLAMETHROWER: talk@ryanjespersen.com When you visit the DQs in Palisades, Namao, Newcastle, Westmount, and Baseline Road, make sure to tell 'em Real Talk sent you! REGISTER FOR THE REAL TALK POND HOCKEY CLASSIC: https://www.ryanjespersen.com/pond-hockey

Donald Trump's turning everything upside down, including America's relationship with Canada, and he hasn't even sworn in yet. What do Trump's bluff, bluster, and threats mean for Canada's exports, energy included? Dr. Heather Exner-Pirot and Max Fawcett go toe-to-toe in an edition of the Real Talk Round Table you definitely don't want to miss (19:15).  4:35 | But first...expansion news! In addition to our live stream across seven platforms (YouTube, X, Facebook, LinkedIn, Instagram, TikTok, and Mixlr), you can now find Real Talk Ryan Jespersen on iHeart Radio. Plus, our podcast subscribers can now watch the show in HD video on Spotify.  REAL TALK on iHEART RADIO: https://www.iheart.com/podcast/867-real-talk-ryan-jespersen-108831341/ REAL TALK on SPOTIFY: https://open.spotify.com/show/03RyuWqhe4YBI7mS48VDBA 8:40 | Ryan went on a rant about Trump near the end of our January 8 episode. ICYMI, we cut it down to 60 seconds. 10:30 | Real Talkers loved our interview with international trade lawyer Martha Harrison. She nails an explanation of who will really pay for Donald Trump's tariffs.  WATCH THE FULL INTERVIEW: https://rtrj.info/010825Martha 19:15 | Dr. Heather Exner-Pirot and Max Fawcett debate Canada's best play with Donald Trump, the future direction of Canada's energy exports, Alberta's plan to double oil production, and the role Canadian resources will play in a geopolitically volatile world.  CANADA'S NATIONAL OBSERVER: https://www.nationalobserver.com/ MACDONALD LAURIER INSTITUTE: https://macdonaldlaurier.ca/ 57:25 | 7th Pilot, Jake, Travis, and David are ALL FIRED UP over Donald Trump's disrespect for Canada. This might be the fieriest edition in Flamethrower history, presented by the DQs of Northwest Edmonton and Sherwood Park!  FIRE UP YOUR FLAMETHROWER: talk@ryanjespersen.com  When you visit the DQs in Palisades, Namao, Newcastle, Westmount, and Baseline Road, make sure to tell 'em Real Talk sent you!  REGISTER FOR THE REAL TALK POND HOCKEY CLASSIC: https://www.ryanjespersen.com/pond-ho... FOLLOW US ON TIKTOK, X, & INSTAGRAM: @realtalkrj & @ryanjespersen  JOIN US ON FACEBOOK & LINKEDIN: @ryanjespersen  REAL TALK MERCH: https://ryanjespersen.com/merch RECEIVE EXCLUSIVE PERKS - BECOME A REAL TALK PATRON: patreon.com/ryanjespersen THANK YOU FOR SUPPORTING OUR SPONSORS! https://ryanjespersen.com/sponsors The views and opinions expressed in this show are those of the host and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Relay Communications Group Inc. or any affiliates.

Martin in Manitoba's had enough of Trump trolling Canada, Gerald says we owned the Americans last time The Donald was President, Dolly's done with provinces operating as lone wolves, and Menchie - a former security guard - says the industry's a mess. It's The Flamethrower presented by the DQs of Northwest Edmonton and Sherwood Park! FIRE UP YOUR FLAMETHROWER: talk@ryanjespersen.com When you visit the DQs in Palisades, Namao, Newcastle, Westmount, and Baseline Road, make sure you tell 'em Real Talk sent you! FOLLOW US ON TIKTOK, X, & INSTAGRAM: @realtalkrj JOIN US ON FACEBOOK & LINKEDIN: @ryanjespersen REAL TALK MERCH: https://ryanjespersen.com/merch RECEIVE EXCLUSIVE PERKS - BECOME A REAL TALK PATRON: patreon.com/ryanjespersen THANK YOU FOR SUPPORTING OUR SPONSORS! https://ryanjespersen.com/sponsors The views and opinions expressed in this show are those of the host and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Relay Communications Group Inc. or any affiliates.

We talk wins and losses, and look to the past, present, and future with Edmonton's Mayor and Alberta's Premier in this power-packed episode of Real Talk. Mike Stelter - Ben's dad - talks to us about his son's remarkable legacy and the first-ever Ben's Cup in support of the Ben Stelter Foundation. We wrap 2024 with one of the fieriest Flamethrowers of the year presented by the DQs of Northwest Edmonton and Sherwood Park.  3:00 | Mayor Amarjeet Sohi talks property tax increases, downtown safety, rezoning and housing starts, his council's relationship with the province, council colleague Tim Cartmell looking to dethrone him, and plans for his political future. 24:40 | Premier Danielle Smith talks municipal funding, deficit potential in 2025, timeline for her promised tax cuts, Donald Trump disrespecting Canada, Kevin O'Leary's proposed $70B Wonder Valley data centre, and the future of the Alberta Pension Plan. TELL US WHAT YOU THINK: talk@ryanjespersen.com  1:07:20 | Mike Stelter talks to us about his son Ben's legacy, and the first-ever Ben's Cup in support of the Ben Stelter Foundation.  CHECK OUT BEN'S CUP: https://benscup.com/ BEN STELTER FOUNDATION: https://benstelterfoundation.com/ 1:27:20 | Martin in Manitoba's had enough of Trump trolling Canada, Gerald says we owned the Americans last time The Donald was President, Dolly's done with provinces operating as lone wolves, and Menchie - a former security guard - says the industry's a mess. It's The Flamethrower presented by the DQs of Northwest Edmonton and Sherwood Park!   FIRE UP YOUR FLAMETHROWER: talk@ryanjespersen.com  When you visit the DQs in Palisades, Namao, Newcastle, Westmount, and Baseline Road, make sure you tell 'em Real Talk sent you!  FOLLOW US ON TIKTOK, X, & INSTAGRAM: @realtalkrj JOIN US ON FACEBOOK & LINKEDIN: @ryanjespersen  REAL TALK MERCH: https://ryanjespersen.com/merch RECEIVE EXCLUSIVE PERKS - BECOME A REAL TALK PATRON: patreon.com/ryanjespersen THANK YOU FOR SUPPORTING OUR SPONSORS! https://ryanjespersen.com/sponsors The views and opinions expressed in this show are those of the host and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Relay Communications Group Inc. or any affiliates.

Tammy's got Taylor Swift's back, Lauren's not sold on Mr. Wonderful's $70B Wonder Valley, John says Donald Trump and Danielle Smith better check themselves, and Anne says Poilievre and Trudeau need to grow backbones. It's The Flamethrower presented by the DQs of Northwest Edmonton and Sherwood Park!  FIRE UP YOUR FLAMETHROWER: talk@ryanjespersen.com  When you visit the DQs in Palisades, Namao, Newcastle, Westmount, and Baseline Road, be sure to tell 'em Real Talk sent you!  FOLLOW US ON TIKTOK, X, & INSTAGRAM: @realtalkrj JOIN US ON FACEBOOK & LINKEDIN: @ryanjespersen  REAL TALK MERCH: https://ryanjespersen.com/merch RECEIVE EXCLUSIVE PERKS - BECOME A REAL TALK PATRON: patreon.com/ryanjespersen THANK YOU FOR SUPPORTING OUR SPONSORS! https://ryanjespersen.com/sponsors The views and opinions expressed in this show are those of the host and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Relay Communications Group Inc. or any affiliates.

Sarah Hamilton's tipping point into politics was a behind-the-scenes bully who called her one of the nastiest names going. The Edmonton city councillor tells us the story (6:35) in one of our most candid Real Talk Round Tables in a long time, recognizing three members of the 2024 Edify Top 40 Under 40.  2:16 | Jespo's favourite group chat gets together for its annual holiday Real Talk Round Table. Sarah Hamilton, Harman Kandola, and Jarrett Campbell take on the top stories, including Rachel Notley's retirement, Kevin O'Leary's proposed $70B Wonder Valley data centre (26:15), Edmonton's Mayoral race (34:00), the intersection of business and politics with cameos from group chat members Jenny Adams and Katherine O'Neill (42:45), the senseless murder of security guard Harshandeep Singh (48:50), and the healthcare CEO murder in NYC (59:49).  1:12:00 | Tammy's got Taylor Swift's back, John says Donald Trump and Danielle Smith better check themselves, and Anne says Poilievre and Trudeau need to grow backbones. It's The Flamethrower presented by the DQs of Northwest Edmonton and Sherwood Park!  FIRE UP YOUR FLAMETHROWER: talk@ryanjespersen.com  When you visit the DQs in Palisades, Namao, Newcastle, Westmount, and Baseline Road, be sure to tell 'em Real Talk sent you!  FOLLOW US ON TIKTOK, X, & INSTAGRAM: @realtalkrj JOIN US ON FACEBOOK & LINKEDIN: @ryanjespersen  REAL TALK MERCH: https://ryanjespersen.com/merch RECEIVE EXCLUSIVE PERKS - BECOME A REAL TALK PATRON: patreon.com/ryanjespersen THANK YOU FOR SUPPORTING OUR SPONSORS! https://ryanjespersen.com/sponsors The views and opinions expressed in this show are those of the host and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Relay Communications Group Inc. or any affiliates.

Don't let ChatGPT run your show! Heed this warning from Real Talker Bernard (sort of). It's a ChatGPT-fuelled edition of The Flamethrower presented by the DQs of Northwest Edmonton and Sherwood Park! FIRE UP YOUR FLAMETHROWER: talk@ryanjespersen.com When you visit the DQs in Palisades, Namao, Newcastle, Westmount, and Baseline Road, be sure to tell 'em Real Talk sent you! FOLLOW US ON TIKTOK, INSTAGRAM, and X: @realtalkrj JOIN US ON FACEBOOK & LINKEDIN: @ryanjespersen REAL TALK MERCH: https://ryanjespersen.com/merch

Why are Canadians forced to wait more than a year for a hip replacement? Why does it take 18 months to get an MRI? How is it possible that 6.5M Canadians can't even find a family doctor? The provinces point the finger at Ottawa, while the feds point out provincial jurisdiction. At the end of the day, who's going to heal Canada's healthcare crisis?  3:40 | Federal Minister of Health Mark Holland joins us in studio ahead of a meeting with his Alberta counterpart. 29:50 | Alberta Minister of Health Adriana LaGrange joins us ahead of her meeting with Minister Holland. 42:50 | Jespo and Johnny check in on the Real Talk Live Chat powered by Park Power.  1:07:10 | We asked what you thought of President Joe Biden pardoning his son Hunter, and you flooded us with feedback! Ryan reads some of the top comments.  1:17:40 | Real Talker Bernard submits one of the most creative rants we've ever received. We love it so much we're giving him the entire segment. It's a ChatGPT-fuelled edition of The Flamethrower presented by the DQs of Northwest Edmonton and Sherwood Park! FIRE UP YOUR FLAMETHROWER: talk@ryanjespersen.com  When you visit the DQs in Palisades, Namao, Newcastle, Westmount, and Baseline Road, be sure to tell 'em Real Talk sent you!  FOLLOW US ON TIKTOK, INSTAGRAM, and X: @realtalkrj  JOIN US ON FACEBOOK & LINKEDIN: @ryanjespersen  REAL TALK MERCH: https://ryanjespersen.com/merch RECEIVE EXCLUSIVE PERKS - BECOME A REAL TALK PATRON:    / ryanjespersen   THANK YOU FOR SUPPORTING OUR SPONSORS! https://ryanjespersen.com/sponsors The views and opinions expressed in this show are those of the host and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Relay Communications Group Inc. or any affiliates.

Rob in Leduc is sick of oil spills. JC in Edmonton predicts "carnage" next provincial election prompted by insurance reforms. Brandt thinks it's time for a certain Liberal cabinet minister to resign. And Brinley's all fired up over the under-achieving Edmonton Oilers. It's The Flamethrower presented by the DQs of Northwest Edmonton and Sherwood Park! FIRE UP YOUR FLAMETHROWER: talk@ryanjespersen.com When you visit the DQs in Palisades, Namao, Newcastle, Westmount, and Baseline Road, tell 'em Real Talk sent you! FOLLOW US ON TIKTOK, TWITTER, & INSTAGRAM: @realtalkrj JOIN US ON FACEBOOK & LINKEDIN: @ryanjespersen REAL TALK MERCH: https://ryanjespersen.com/merch RECEIVE EXCLUSIVE PERKS - BECOME A REAL TALK PATRON:  https://www.patreon.com/c/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

What's your biggest money mistake? For some, it's drowning in credit card debt. For others, it may be waiting until later in life to start investing. It's Financial Literacy Month, and we've got you covered in with rock solid tips for Real Talkers of all ages.  2:00 | Bestselling author Robin Taub and JA Northern Alberta CEO Cheryll Watson share their best financial advice for kids, teens, and adults.  ROBIN'S BOOK: https://robintaub.com/ ROBIN'S SUBSTACK: https://awordfromthewise.substack.com/ JUNIOR ACHIEVEMENT: https://janorthalberta.org/ BITCOIN v. S&P500: https://rtrj.info/2024BitcoinReview 58:55 | Ryan tells us how he fared in traffic court.  1:06:15 | Did you catch Ryan's Canadaland debut this week? Real Talker Erick lets us know what he thought of it.  CHECK IT OUT: https://www.canadaland.com/podcast/1060-danielle-smiths-all-you-can-eat-alberta-style-freedom/ 1:07:30 | Rob in Leduc is sick of oil spills. JC in Edmonton predicts "carnage" next provincial election prompted by insurance reforms. Brandt thinks it's time for a certain Liberal cabinet minister to resign. And Brinley's all fired up over the under-achieving Edmonton Oilers. It's The Flamethrower presented by the DQs of Northwest Edmonton and Sherwood Park!  FIRE UP YOUR FLAMETHROWER: talk@ryanjespersen.com  When you visit the DQs in Palisades, Namao, Newcastle, Westmount, and Baseline Road, tell 'em Real Talk sent you!  FOLLOW US ON TIKTOK, TWITTER, & INSTAGRAM: @realtalkrj JOIN US ON FACEBOOK & LINKEDIN: @ryanjespersen  REAL TALK MERCH: https://ryanjespersen.com/merch RECEIVE EXCLUSIVE PERKS - BECOME A REAL TALK PATRON:  https://www.patreon.com/c/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.

Steve Gillespie represents district 4, which includes Point Edward, Westmount, part of Coxheath, and Sydney River.And Paul Nickituk represents district 10, which includes part of Glace Bay, Dominion, Gardiner Mines, and a small part of Reserve Mines.

"Tranquil Vibration," Travis, and Keith have hot takes on the U.S. election, Michael's fired up about the RCAF, and Dwayne says Danielle Smith doesn't deserve that 91.5% on her leadership review. It's The Flamethrower presented by the DQs of Northwest Edmonton and Sherwood Park! FIRE UP YOUR FLAMETHROWER: talk@ryanjespersen.com When you visit the DQs in Palisades, Namao, Westmount, Newcastle, and Baseline Road, tell 'em Real Talk sent you! PLAY, SPONSOR, or VOLUNTEER at the REAL TALK POND HOCKEY CLASSIC: https://www.ryanjespersen.com/pond-hockey FOLLOW US ON TIKTOK, TWITTER, & INSTAGRAM: @realtalkrj REAL TALK MERCH: https://ryanjespersen.com/merch RECEIVE EXCLUSIVE PERKS - BECOME A REAL TALK PATRON: https://www.patreon.com/c/ryanjespersen

Let's be Real: many people don't feel safe in downtown Edmonton. Investment is stalled out, vacancy rates are unsustainable, and social issues dominate the narrative. Is downtown Edmonton dead, or is a revival on the horizon?  3:05 | Alex Hryciw, Heather Thomson, and Tim Shipton dig into the past, present, and potential future of Edmonton's downtown.  CHECK OUT THE PLAN: https://yegdowntown.ca/ WINTERVAL: https://exploreedmonton.com/event-calendar/winterval-2024 1:03:30 | Connor McDavid becomes the fourth-fastest player to 1000 points in NHL history. Jespo and Johnny recap a special performance against the Nashville Predators.  1:22:38 | "Tranquil Vibration," Travis, and Keith have hot takes on the U.S. election, Michael's fired up about the RCAF, and Dwayne says Danielle Smith doesn't deserve that 91.5% on her leadership review. It's The Flamethrower presented by the DQs of Northwest Edmonton and Sherwood Park!  FIRE UP YOUR FLAMETHROWER: talk@ryanjespersen.com  When you visit the DQs in Palisades, Namao, Westmount, Newcastle, and Baseline Road, tell 'em Real Talk sent you!  PLAY, SPONSOR, or VOLUNTEER at the REAL TALK POND HOCKEY CLASSIC: https://www.ryanjespersen.com/pond-ho... FOLLOW US ON TIKTOK, TWITTER, & INSTAGRAM: @realtalkrj REAL TALK MERCH: https://ryanjespersen.com/merch RECEIVE EXCLUSIVE PERKS - BECOME A REAL TALK PATRON: https://www.patreon.com/c/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 candidates for Northside-Wesmount: Danny Laffin for the Liberals, Fred Tilley for the PCs and the NDP candidate Katelyn Armstong was not available to take part. 

It's an all-Presidential Election version of The Flamethrower, as Real Talkers share their hottest takes on Trump's return to the White House. The Flamethrower is presented weekly on Real Talk by the DQs of Northwest Edmonton and Sherwood Park. FIRE UP YOUR FLAMETHROWER: talk@ryanjespersen.com When you visit the DQs in Palisades, Namao, Newcastle, Westmount, and Baseline Road, be sure to let 'em know Real Talk sent you! UNIVERSITY OF ALBERTA ALUMNI AWARD NOMINATIONS: uofa.ca/nominate FOLLOW US ON TIKTOK, TWITTER, & INSTAGRAM: @realtalkrj REAL TALK MERCH: https://ryanjespersen.com/merch RECEIVE EXCLUSIVE PERKS - BECOME A REAL TALK PATRON: https://www.patreon.com/c/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.

Ten years from now, when nearly every WWII veteran is gone, who will tell their stories? Does the average Canadian understand the sacrifices of those who fought in the First World War? Or Afghanistan, for that matter? In this special edition of the Real Talk Round Table, we explore the true meaning of Remembrance Day, and the importance of educating the next generation of Canadians.  1:08 | Are you familiar with Project Concordia? The Juno Beach Centre in Normandy, France is looking to create an outdoor interpretive space that honours Canadian veterans on the beaches where they fought. Project Concordia isn't just about preserving the past - it's about creating a lasting, living memory. If you were moved by the Save Juno Beach campaign, now is the time to pitch in to Project Concordia.  DETAILS: https://www.junobeach.org/ 3:50 | Lt. Col. (Ret'd) Laurie Hawn, Randall Purvis, and Jenn Roggeveen share their personal perspectives on Remembrance Day and highlight the remarkable work being done by No Stone Left Alone.  JOIN US AT A DANCE TO REMEMBER: https://www.nostoneleftalone.ca/a-dance-to-remember LEARN MORE ABOUT NO STONE LEFT ALONE: https://www.nostoneleftalone.ca/ 1:01:55 | It's an all-Presidential Election version of The Flamethrower, as Real Talkers share their hottest takes on Trump's return to the White House. The Flamethrower is presented weekly on Real Talk by the DQs of Northwest Edmonton and Sherwood Park.  FIRE UP YOUR FLAMETHROWER: talk@ryanjespersen.com  When you visit the DQs in Palisades, Namao, Newcastle, Westmount, and Baseline Road, be sure to let 'em know Real Talk sent you!  UNIVERSITY OF ALBERTA ALUMNI AWARD NOMINATIONS: uofa.ca/nominate FOLLOW US ON TIKTOK, TWITTER, & INSTAGRAM: @realtalkrj REAL TALK MERCH: https://ryanjespersen.com/merch RECEIVE EXCLUSIVE PERKS - BECOME A REAL TALK PATRON: https://www.patreon.com/c/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.

Discussion autour de l'anglicisation de Montréal. Couvrons-nous en général tous les facteurs ? Il semblerait que non. L'ex-maire de Westmount publie ce matin une lettre ouverte dans The Gazette et soulève un point intéressant. La rencontre Villemure-Durocher avec Rémi VillemurePour de l'information concernant l'utilisation de vos données personnelles - https://omnystudio.com/policies/listener/fr

Brendon and David have zero tolerance for Danielle Smith's "Jordan Peterson Law," Brent is sick and tired of "lazy Canadians and liberal media," and TheSco says Real Talk's pushing misinformation on Trump. Everybody's all fired up for The Flamethrower presented by the DQs of Northwest Edmonton and Sherwood Park!  FIRE UP YOUR FLAMETHROWER: talk@ryanjespersen.com  When you visit the DQs in Palisades, Namao, Newcastle, Westmount, and Baseline Road, tell 'em Real Talk sent you!  FOLLOW US ON TIKTOK, TWITTER, & INSTAGRAM: @realtalkrj REAL TALK MERCH: https://ryanjespersen.com/merch RECEIVE EXCLUSIVE PERKS - BECOME A REAL TALK PATRON:   / ryanjespersen   THANK YOU FOR SUPPORTING OUR SPONSORS! https://ryanjespersen.com/sponsors The views and opinions expressed in this show are those of the host and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Relay Communications Group Inc. or any affiliates.

Conservative premiers may not lose many elections in Alberta, but more than a few have "met their maker" at party AGMs. Amid coordinated attacks from progressives and the right wing, will Danielle Smith emerge unscathed from the UCP's big bash in Red Deer?  2:00 | Erika Barootes joins us in studio before hitting the highway for the UCP AGM. Cheryl Oates is just back from Saskatchewan, where she quarterbacked the NDP's election campaign. The co-hosts of The Discourse join us for a lively debate about Scott Moe's future in Saskatchewan, David Eby's future in B.C. (21:00), and after a brief break to showcase everybody's Halloween costumes (34:30),  the top political headlines in Alberta (37:00) including the UCP's controversial legislation around parental notification of pronoun changes and gender reassignment surgeries for youth.  1:03:50 | Who'll it be on November 5: Donald or Kamala? Cheryl, Erika, Johnny, and Ryan go on the record.  1:11:45 | Brendon and David have zero tolerance for Danielle Smith's "Jordan Peterson Law," Brent is sick and tired of "lazy Canadians and liberal media," and TheSco says Real Talk's pushing misinformation on Trump. Everybody's all fired up for The Flamethrower presented by the DQs of Northwest Edmonton and Sherwood Park!  FIRE UP YOUR FLAMETHROWER: talk@ryanjespersen.com  When you visit the DQs in Palisades, Namao, Newcastle, Westmount, and Baseline Road, tell 'em Real Talk sent you!  FOLLOW US ON TIKTOK, TWITTER, & INSTAGRAM: @realtalkrj REAL TALK MERCH: https://ryanjespersen.com/merch RECEIVE EXCLUSIVE PERKS - BECOME A REAL TALK PATRON: https://www.patreon.com/c/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.