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Verna's ticked off at Ryan's cussin', Caouette's had enough of the Royals, and Karen's got words for Charles Adler. Buckle up for another edition of Trash Talk presented by Local Environmental! KEEP IT LOCAL: https://localenvironmental.ca/

0:45 | It's almost election season in Alberta. Do you already know who you'll vote for? Is there one issue that matters most to you? We look at the "two horse race" with Stephen Carter and Deirdre Mitchell-MacLean (who just started a new political action committee) during today's Real Talk Round Table. 2:45 | But first...counsellors and advocates for survivors of sexual abuse say Alberta's at a crisis point. Assaults are up, while funding for support services is frozen. Neil Campbell and Mary Jane James join Ryan in studio for a powerful conversation you need to hear. CONNECT WITH SACE: https://www.sace.ca/ 40:36 | Is there such thing as a "progressive conservative" in Alberta anymore? Has the UCP swung too far right? Are progressives de facto NDP voters now? Is there another option? This week's Real Talk Round Table presented by Urban Timber welcomes two founding members of the new Progressive PAC: Stephen Carter and Deirdre Mitchell MacLean. CHECK OUT STEPHEN'S PODCAST: CHECK OUT DEIRDRE'S PODCAST: 1:11:23 | Verna's ticked off at Ryan's cussin', Caouette's had enough of the Royals, and Karen's got words for Charles Adler. Buckle up for another edition of Trash Talk presented by Local Environmental! KEEP IT LOCAL: https://localenvironmental.ca/ SUBMIT YOUR TRASH TALK: [email protected] WEBSITE: https://ryanjespersen.com/ TWITTER: https://twitter.com/RealTalkRJ INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/RealTalkRJ/ TIKTOK: https://www.tiktok.com/@realtalkrj PATREON: https://www.patreon.com/ryanjespersen THANK YOU FOR SUPPORTING OUR SPONSORS! https://ryanjespersen.com/sponsors The views and opinions expressed in this show are those of the host and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Relay Communications Group Inc. or any affiliates.

3:43 | Who's lying? Alberta Premier Danielle Smith says the CBC's "defamatory" story about her or her staff contacting prosecutors about Coutts charges is "baseless". The CBC is standing by its report. Ryan takes an unflinching look at the facts. 23:05 | Interest rates are up...again. Financial Post journalist Stephanie Hughes tells us what prompted the Bank of Canada to raise the trend-setting policy rate to 4.5%, and highlights what might ease borrowing pressure over the next few months. CHECK OUT STEPHANIE'S WORK: https://stephaniehughesjournalism.com/ 47:14 | A whopping 96% of workers are looking for a new job in 2023, according to a survey by Monster.com. Career strategist Julie Bauke explains what's different these days, and gives some great advice for job seekers (who want to avoid peeing on their shoes). CONNECT WITH JULIE: https://thebaukegroup.com/ 1:11:30 | Real Talker "Kyle" feels like a key point was omitted in our recent discussion about harm reduction. Ryan reads his (excellent) email. SHOOT US A NOTE: [email protected] WEBSITE: https://ryanjespersen.com/ TWITTER: https://twitter.com/RealTalkRJ INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/RealTalkRJ/ TIKTOK: https://www.tiktok.com/@realtalkrj PATREON: https://www.patreon.com/ryanjespersen THANK YOU FOR SUPPORTING OUR SPONSORS! https://ryanjespersen.com/sponsors The views and opinions expressed in this show are those of the host and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Relay Communications Group Inc. or any affiliates.

You'd think everybody would support evidence-based harm reduction. But, that's simply not the case in Canada when it comes to the opioid crisis. We speak with three experts who studied the closure of a supervised consumption site in Lethbridge, Alberta. What can we learn from the fallout? 0:35 | But first...do you care about the Royal Family? Do you hang on Harry's every word, or could you do without any more updates about the recent drama? Ryan and John tee up our interview with royal correspondent Valentine Low. 4:00 | The closure of North America’s most widely used safe consumption site has created safety concerns for people who use drugs. That, from a new study conducted by researchers at Athabasca University, the University of Alberta, and the University of Winnipeg. We hear from Drs. Carolyn Greene, Marta-Marika Urbanik, and Katharina Maier about the argument for government investment in harm reduction and public health. REVIEW THE STUDY: https://news.athabascau.ca/research/safe-consumption-site-study/ 32:36 | How are (Prince?) Harry's bombshells landing in London? Longtime royal correspondent Valentine Low of The Times joins us from NYC to discuss recent revelations, and what they mean in the short and long term. 1:05:00 | Are new revelations about asthma in kids influencing how you feel about gas stoves? Are you thinking of replacing yours? We hear from Real Talker "Lisa," who tells us what her family did. EMAIL THE SHOW: [email protected] 1:13:08 | Don't miss the final weekend of Jasper in January! In this week's #MyJasper Memories presented by Tourism Jasper, Ryan details a couple amazing reasons to drop everything and head to the mountains on Friday (or before)! MAKE YOUR JASPER IN JANUARY PLANS: https://www.jasper.travel/january/ WEBSITE: https://ryanjespersen.com/ TWITTER: https://twitter.com/RealTalkRJ INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/RealTalkRJ/ TIKTOK: https://www.tiktok.com/@realtalkrj PATREON: https://www.patreon.com/ryanjespersen THANK YOU FOR SUPPORTING OUR SPONSORS! https://ryanjespersen.com/sponsors The views and opinions expressed in this show are those of the host and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Relay Communications Group Inc. or any affiliates.

0:30 | Alberta Justice says there's no record of electronic communication between Alberta Premier Danielle Smith's office and prosecutors, in the context of charges stemming from the Coutts border crossing blockade. This contradicts what the premier herself told Rebel Media in December. Ryan opens the show with the latest developments in this story, including Real Talkers' comments via Twitter and email. BE IN TOUCH: [email protected] 20:26 | Rick Peterson is a money guy. The former Conservative Party of Canada leadership candidate and co-founder of Centre Ice Canadians says all politics aside, it's a bad idea for Alberta to establish its own pension plan. Rick explains why, including some key differences between the Canada Pension Plan and the Alberta Investment Management Corporation (AIMCO). READ RICK'S ARGUMENT RE: PENSION PLANS: https://www.nationalnewswatch.com/2023/01/19/the-biggest-kid-on-the-block/#.Y8mr8j3MKUk CHECK OUT CENTRE ICE CANADIANS: https://www.centreicecanadians.ca/ 44:10 | Have you ever found a hidden camera in a hotel room, Airbnb or VRBO? More than one in ten people surveyed say they have. Now that's creepy. "Security evangelist" Tony Anscombe tells us what he does when he checks into a new place, and teaches us how to do a quick sweep of a property. He's also got great insight into Apple AirTags and other devices that can be used for good or evil. CHECK OUT TONY'S TEAM'S BLOG ON HIDDEN CAMERAS: https://www.welivesecurity.com/2022/11/01/spy-who-rented-to-me-hidden-cameras-airbnbs/ CHECK OUT THE HIDDEN CAMERA SURVEY RESULTS: https://www.ipx1031.com/airbnb-guests-trust-hosts/ 1:00:20 | Most of us know we should leave service dogs alone while they're working. But would you know what to do if a service dog approached you, requiring assistance? NAIT students Michelle Gariepy, Brandon Lindsay, and Roseveer Salh developed Lassie 2.0, which could be a game changer. Find out why the innovation was nominated for the 2022 Capstone Project of the Year in this week's edition of The Leading Edge presented by our friends at Leading Edge Physiotherapy! LIFE SHOULDN'T HURT: https://leadingedgephysio.com/ CHECK OUT DOGS WITH WINGS: https://dogswithwings.ca/ THE REAL TALK POND HOCKEY CLASSIC IS SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 4! REGISTER TO PLAY, VOLUNTEER, OR SPONSOR: https://ryanjespersen.com/pond-hockey WEBSITE: https://ryanjespersen.com/ TWITTER: https://twitter.com/RealTalkRJ INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/RealTalkRJ/ TIKTOK: https://www.tiktok.com/@realtalkrj PATREON: https://www.patreon.com/ryanjespersen THANK YOU FOR SUPPORTING OUR SPONSORS! https://ryanjespersen.com/sponsors The views and opinions expressed in this show are those of the host and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Relay Communications Group Inc. or any affiliates.

It's alleged Danielle Smith or members of her staff attempted to influence Crown prosecutors involved in cases stemming from the Coutts border blockade. Smith says independent investigators will sift through correspondence between the two parties to determine the truth. How bad could this be for Alberta's premier? We find out. But first... 0:40 | Could you limit your alcohol intake to two drinks per week? Health Canada is encouraging Canadians to do exactly that. Ryan and Johnny open the show with a few thoughts. EMAIL THE SHOW: [email protected] 4:17 | How bad could this Coutts prosecution story be for Premier Danielle Smith? Political scientist Duane Bratt's been keeping an eye on developments over the weekend, and has a few key storylines to keep an eye on. Plus, we get his thoughts on Preston Manning's $250k gig to prepare a report on Alberta's COVID response. 32:50 | What disgraceful treatment of a respected coach by the Vancouver Canucks. Ryan and Johnny talk about Bruce Boudreau's final game behind the Canucks bench (a loss to the Oilers). 37:56 | Charles Adler wears his heart on his sleeve. So, nobody should be surprised to see him rocking a Winnipeg Jets cap to talk about the Canucks! We ask the Emmy Award-winning talk radio legend for his thoughts on Bruce Boudreau, Premier Danielle Smith, Conservative leader Pierre Poilievre, and Health Canada's recommendation of two or fewer alcoholic beverages per week. 1:03:38 | Have you torn your gas stove out of the wall yet? On the flip side, have you chained yourself to your gas stove, daring the government to pry it from your cold, dead hands? Ryan and Johnny take a look at MP Roman Baber's not-so-subtle virtue signalling over the weekend. 1:20:39 | This week's Positive Reflections presented by Kuby Energy has a bit of a different vibe. It's not particularly enlightening, encouraging, or edifying...but is it ever hilarious. Watch and enjoy! GET YOUR FREE SOLAR QUOTE TODAY: https://kubyenergy.ca/ WEBSITE: https://ryanjespersen.com/ TWITTER: https://twitter.com/RealTalkRJ INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/RealTalkRJ/ TIKTOK: https://www.tiktok.com/@realtalkrj PATREON: https://www.patreon.com/ryanjespersen THANK YOU FOR SUPPORTING OUR SPONSORS! https://ryanjespersen.com/sponsors The views and opinions expressed in this show are those of the host and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Relay Communications Group Inc. or any affiliates.

Slow drivers in the fast lane, Preston's Golden Gig, and Alberta's private surgery plan take centre stage in this week's edition of Trash Talk presented by Local Environmental Services! KEEP IT LOCAL: https://localenvironmental.ca/

10:18 | New Zealand's Prime Minster is stepping down, in somewhat of a surprising move. Jacinda Ardern hasn't specifically said why she's leaving, but that's not stopping pundits from speculating. Supriya Dwivedi says it may be proof of a problem plaguing politics around the world. Plus, NDP leader Jagmeet Singh faced fire again this week for talking about poverty while wearing a pricey watch. Is this something the average person should care about? Supriya has something to admit! 33:10 | Grocery costs are way up across the country. This week's Real Talk Round Table presented by Urban Timber focuses on farming and food. Farmers Jeff Nonay and Steele Perrett and journalist Marc Fawcett-Atkinson give us a fascinating look into the factors driving cost increases. We learn how the carbon tax actually presents a huge opportunity for Ag producers, and how disinformation is polluting much of the national conversation around food. CHECK OUT LAKESIDE FARMSTEAD: https://lakesidefarmstead.com/ READ THE EDIFY FEATURE ON JEFF & STEELE: https://edifyedmonton.com/urban/innovation-technology/the-new-normal/ CHECK OUT MARC'S WORK AT THE NATIONAL OBSERVER: https://www.nationalobserver.com/u/marc-fawcett-atkinson 1:21:04 | Slow drivers in the fast lane, Preston's Golden Gig, and Alberta's private surgery plan take centre stage in this week's edition of Trash Talk presented by Local Environmental Services! KEEP IT LOCAL: https://localenvironmental.ca/ HAVE YOUR SAY: [email protected] WEBSITE: https://ryanjespersen.com/ TWITTER: https://twitter.com/RealTalkRJ INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/RealTalkRJ/ TIKTOK: https://www.tiktok.com/@realtalkrj PATREON: https://www.patreon.com/ryanjespersen THANK YOU FOR SUPPORTING OUR SPONSORS! https://ryanjespersen.com/sponsors The views and opinions expressed in this show are those of the host and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Relay Communications Group Inc. or any affiliates.

0:30 | Are you still wishing people a "Happy New Year"? Ryan kicks off today's show with an unscientific, unofficial Twitter poll. 2:58 | Mo Amir, just back from Maui, is one of thousands of Canadians impacted by airline snafus over the holidays. The host of This is VANCOLOUR on CHEK tells us how he's sticking with his New Year's resolution (three weeks in...attaboy!), what's bugging him about so-called legacy media right now, and what he makes of the Philadelphia Flyers/Ivan Provorov story. CHECK OUT MO'S SHOW: hhttps://www.cheknews.ca/shows/this-is-vancolour/ 38:07 | The opioid crisis is the world's *other* health epidemic...but as a society, we don't take it nearly as seriously as we did COVID19. Why? Dr. Holly Geyer, addictions medicine specialist at the Mayo Clinic in Arizona explains how we got to this point, why we can't seem to "solve" it, and what it'll take to save thousands of lives. CHECK OUT DR. GEYER'S NEW BOOK: https://mcpress.mayoclinic.org/product/ending-the-crisis-mayo-clinics-guide-to-opioid-addiction-and-safe-opioid-use/ 57:06 | Actor Alec Baldwin will be charged in the shooting death of Halyna Hutchins on a film set in 2021. Johnny updates the details of this developing story. HAVE YOUR SAY: [email protected] WEBSITE: https://ryanjespersen.com/ TWITTER: https://twitter.com/RealTalkRJ INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/RealTalkRJ/ TIKTOK: https://www.tiktok.com/@realtalkrj PATREON: https://www.patreon.com/ryanjespersen THANK YOU FOR SUPPORTING OUR SPONSORS! https://ryanjespersen.com/sponsors The views and opinions expressed in this show are those of the host and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Relay Communications Group Inc. or any affiliates.

0:57 | Philadelphia Flyers star Ivan Provorov says his religious beliefs stopped him from participating in the warmup skate during Pride Night. Pride Tape co-founder Dr. Kristopher Wells tells us why he doesn't believe in forcing people to support Pride, and what he'd like to see the Flyers and the NHL do about this messy situation. HAVE YOUR SAY: [email protected] 13:40 | We'll be handing out Pride Tape at the Real Talk Pond Hockey Classic! Have you registered your team of five for this must-attend celebration Saturday, February 4 in St. Albert? SIGN UP TODAY: https://ryanjespersen.com/pond-hockey 15:21 | Grocery prices are skyrocketing, and many Canadians are finding it tougher than ever to put healthy food on the table. Dr. Sylvain Charlebois - "the food professor" - explains what's driving prices up, who should be held accountable, and what we can expect through 2023. He also responds to a highly-critical piece on the independent platform The Orchard, questioning his past relationship with the Weston Foundation (Loblaw). FOLLOW SYLVAIN ON TWITTER: https://twitter.com/FoodProfessor 42:06 | As the Alberta and federal governments have a very public disagreement about the definition and implications of a "just transition," federal minister Randy Boissonnault sets the record straight. In addition to jobs in Alberta, Ryan and Minister Boissonnault also discuss the Ivan Provorov situation in Philadelphia, the state of air travel in Canada, and a somewhat-controversial decision to limit private vehicle access to Maligne Lake in Banff National Park. 1:14:05 | Ryan gets personal in this week's edition of #MyJasper Memories presented by Tourism Jasper! Be sure to check out his photos and video of a recent visit to Jasper...then get started on planning your own trip! LEARN MORE ABOUT JASPER IN JANUARY: https://www.jasper.travel/january/ 1:22:11 | Ryan and Johnny revisit the Provorov/Pride story, including replies to Ryan's tweet from last night. Ugh. WEBSITE: https://ryanjespersen.com/ TWITTER: https://twitter.com/RealTalkRJ INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/RealTalkRJ/ TIKTOK: https://www.tiktok.com/@realtalkrj PATREON: https://www.patreon.com/ryanjespersen THANK YOU FOR SUPPORTING OUR SPONSORS! https://ryanjespersen.com/sponsors The views and opinions expressed in this show are those of the host and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Relay Communications Group Inc. or any affiliates.

6:25 | Premier Scott Moe is pissed off (again) at the Prime Minister. This time, it's because Justin Trudeau's team didn't tell the Premier's office about Monday's visit to Saskatchewan. Athabasca University professor Paul Kellogg digs into the dynamic between the two political leaders, and explains why Moe may have been snubbed. Dr. Kellogg, also an expert in Russian political history, lays out the significance of this past weekend's attacks on civilian targets in Ukraine. LEARN MORE ABOUT ATHABASCA UNIVERSITY: https://www.athabascau.ca/ 26:36 | Investigative journalist Ashleigh Stewart has been covering a cabal of Canadian doctors doubling as COVID conspiracy theorists for more than a year. She's taken a ton of abuse as a result of her courageous storytelling. She tells us what put the story on her radar, and where she sees it going from here. FOLLOW ASHLEIGH ON TWITTER: https://twitter.com/Ash_Stewart_ CHECK OUT ASHLEIGH'S REPORTING: https://globalnews.ca/news/9405373/covid-conspiracy-theory-doctors-canada/ 50:15 | Tomorrow, Alberta's UCP government will launch a new web portal, where thousands will apply for "inflation fighting" cash infusions casually known as "Dani Dollars". Longtime journalist Annalise Klingbeil explains how Dani Dollars differ from Ralph Bucks (2006) and Mo Money (2022), and explores some of the political risks and ramifications of the $900M program. Ryan and Annalise also discuss the recently-announced closure of Moraine Lake Road to private vehicular traffic, and debate the best alpine lake destinations in Banff National Park. SUBSCRIBE TO ANNALISE'S GO OUTSIDE SUBSTACK: https://gooutside.substack.com/ FOLLOW ANNALISE ON TWITTER: https://twitter.com/AnnaliseAK 1:27:00 | Imagine using energy from the Sun to transform CO2 and plastics into sustainable liquid fuel! We celebrate planet-saving research in this week's edition of The Leading Edge, presented every Tuesday on Real Talk by Leading Edge Physiotherapy. LIFE SHOULDN'T HURT: https://leadingedgephysio.com/ WEBSITE: https://ryanjespersen.com/ TWITTER: https://twitter.com/RealTalkRJ INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/RealTalkRJ/ TIKTOK: https://www.tiktok.com/@realtalkrj PATREON: https://www.patreon.com/ryanjespersen THANK YOU FOR SUPPORTING OUR SPONSORS! https://ryanjespersen.com/sponsors The views and opinions expressed in this show are those of the host and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Relay Communications Group Inc. or any affiliates.

11:07 | At least 30 civilians, including children, were killed when Russian missiles destroyed an apartment complex in Dnipro, Ukraine. Charles Adler explains how the rest of the world should be responding to ramped up Russian aggression. Ryan and Charles revisit last week's conversation about COVID vaccine status and eligibility for organ transplants, before taking on Premier Doug Ford's plan to utilize private healthcare services to ease surgery wait times in Ontario. 37:33 | Ashley Wanamaker's TikTok videos often go viral, and nobody should be surprised. Two weeks into 2023, the registered psychologist and "accidental TikTok therapist" explains the difference between resolutions or goals that work and those that don't. Ashley chimes in on our January 4 interview about fatphobia, explains EMDR and other game-changing trauma therapies, and shares her thoughts on Dr. Jordan Peterson's fight with the College of Psychologists of Ontario. FOLLOW ASHLEY ON TIKTOK: https://www.tiktok.com/@ashleywanamaker FOLLOW ASHLEY ON INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/ashleywanamaker/ CHECK OUT BEING HUMAN CLUB: https://beinghumanclub.com/ 1:22:13 | It's impossible to dislike Brendan Fraser. This week's Positive Reflections presented by Kuby Energy is bound to infuse some optimism into your day! GET YOUR FREE SOLAR QUOTE TODAY: https://kubyenergy.ca/ WEBSITE: https://ryanjespersen.com/ TWITTER: https://twitter.com/RealTalkRJ INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/RealTalkRJ/ TIKTOK: https://www.tiktok.com/@realtalkrj PATREON: https://www.patreon.com/ryanjespersen THANK YOU FOR SUPPORTING OUR SPONSORS! https://ryanjespersen.com/sponsors The views and opinions expressed in this show are those of the host and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Relay Communications Group Inc. or any affiliates.

Vaccines, fatphobia, and paving over parkland takes centre stage in this edition of Trash Talk, presented by our friends at Local Environmental Services! KEEP IT LOCAL: https://localenvironmental.ca/

0:36 | Are you superstitious? Does Friday the 13th freak you out? We open today's episode with early results of an unofficial, unscientific Twitter poll, quick question, and review what you told us yesterday about knowing the date of your death ahead of time. (Light hearted, we know!) 12:00 | Real Talker "Ron" is exhausted. He's sick of seeing the anger button pressed so frequently by so many. His straight-talkin' email sets the stage for an optimistic, encouraging panel discussion... EMAIL THE SHOW: [email protected] 18:06 | This week's Real Talk Round Table presented by Urban Timber celebrates The Edifiers: Edmontonians celebrated in the newest issue of Edify magazine. We meet Pilar Martinez (CEO, Edmonton Public Library), Simba Nyazika (CEO, Lenica Research Group), and Megha Sharma (EDI Coordinator, APEGA), and find out what makes them tick? What barriers did they overcome? What motivates them? What's the best advice they ever received? It's possible to take in this Round Table without learning something! CHECK OUT THE EDIFIERS ISSUE OF EDIFY: https://edifyedmonton.com/ 1:06:42 | Vaccines, fatphobia, and paving over parkland takes centre stage in this edition of Trash Talk, presented by our friends at Local Environmental Services! KEEP IT LOCAL: https://localenvironmental.ca/ WEBSITE: https://ryanjespersen.com/ TWITTER: https://twitter.com/RealTalkRJ INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/RealTalkRJ/ TIKTOK: https://www.tiktok.com/@realtalkrj PATREON: https://www.patreon.com/ryanjespersen THANK YOU FOR SUPPORTING OUR SPONSORS! https://ryanjespersen.com/sponsors The views and opinions expressed in this show are those of the host and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Relay Communications Group Inc. or any affiliates.

If you were destined to deal with Alzheimer's, would you want to know years ahead of time? Would you do everything you could to keep the devastating disease at bay? Renowned science broadcaster Jay Ingram has some easy steps we can all take to improve our brain health. But first... 4:28 | You think you're having a rough day? Wait 'til you hear about Aimo Koivunen. Ryan tells the story of the Finnish soldier's meth-fuelled escape from the Soviets. It's hard to believe! CHECK OUT THE IG POST: https://www.instagram.com/p/CnSo-0TMg7e/ 11:08 | Did you watch the Golden Globes? What're your thoughts on shows that exploit tragedy and loss like the award-winning series about Jeffrey Dahmer? Johnny and Ryan discuss. 18:56 | Does Premier Danielle Smith and her UCP government have a point about a "just transition" in Alberta? We break down the UCP's most recent grievance aimed at Ottawa, and discuss what the next few years look like for energy workers. 32:34 | It's estimated nearly a million Canadians will be living with Alzheimer's by 2030. Did you know there are early warning signs, and steps everybody can take to improve their long-term brain health? Order of Canada member Jay Ingram lays it all out, including a health and wellness challenge for 2023. LEARN MORE ABOUT ALZHEIMER'S: https://www.canada.ca/en/public-health/services/diseases/dementia.html?utm_source=canada-ca-dementia-en&utm_medium=vurl&utm_campaign=dementia 1:01:26 | How many hours of sleep do you get per night? Johnny and Ryan make excuses for their poor sleep habits. 1:14:40 | Buffalo Bills star Damar Hamlin is out of hospital, a week and a half after collapsing on the field following a hit. Johnny laments the lack of financial security for professional football players like Hamlin. LET US KNOW WHAT YOU THINK: [email protected] WEBSITE: https://ryanjespersen.com/ TWITTER: https://twitter.com/RealTalkRJ INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/RealTalkRJ/ TIKTOK: https://www.tiktok.com/@realtalkrj PATREON: https://www.patreon.com/ryanjespersen THANK YOU FOR SUPPORTING OUR SPONSORS! https://ryanjespersen.com/sponsors The views and opinions expressed in this show are those of the host and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Relay Communications Group Inc. or any affiliates.

Mythbuster Tim Caulfield dug deep, researching media reports around vaccination requirements for organ transplant candidates. He found a "false balance" impacting public opinion, which he explains on today's episode. But first... 3:50 | Nikki Booth is days away from heading into a war zone with Firefighter Aid Ukraine. She'll be part of team teaching Tactical Combat Care training to firefighters and police. She joins FAU founder Kevin Royle in the Real Talk studio to explain how deadly serious the situation is in Ukraine. SUPPORT FIREFIGHTER AID UKRAINE: https://www.firefighteraidukraine.com/ FOLLOW FAU ON FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/firefighteraidukraine/ 29:21 | People trust Tim Caulfield for a reason. The best-selling author, TV host, and professor has established himself as a trusted source of BS-free information on health policy, trends, and the like. He takes us into his recent research on media reporting around vaccination requirements for organ transplant recipients, and explains the "false balance" he found. CHECK OUT TIM'S BOOKS: https://www.penguinrandomhouse.ca/authors/255688/timothy-caulfield 1:03:16 | It's a perfect time to get away to Jasper! Just days away from the launch of Jasper in January, we feature two upcoming events - Vinophilia (January 13) and Mountain Malanka (January 21). #MyJasper Memories is presented every Wednesday on Real Talk by our friends at Tourism Jasper. BOOK YOUR TRIP TO JASPER IN JANUARY: https://www.jasper.travel/january/ WEBSITE: https://ryanjespersen.com/ TWITTER: https://twitter.com/RealTalkRJ INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/RealTalkRJ/ TIKTOK: https://www.tiktok.com/@realtalkrj PATREON: https://www.patreon.com/ryanjespersen THANK YOU FOR SUPPORTING OUR SPONSORS! https://ryanjespersen.com/sponsors The views and opinions expressed in this show are those of the host and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Relay Communications Group Inc. or any affiliates.

Real Talkers are ALL fired up after Ryan and Chuck's conversation about vaccine status and organ donation on Monday's show. You've got the floor this episode, as Ryan reads a bunch of your emails to [email protected], and checks in with Dr. Bradley Martin. But first... 4:43 | New tech always has its pros and cons. There's a lot of buzz around the new AI chatbot "ChatGPT," including concerns it will be (or is already being) used to plagiarize college papers, etc. We check in with Princeton student Edward Tian, who developed the app "GPTZero" to detect plagiarism. He tell us why he's both excited and concerned about the future of AI. 26:23 | We received dozens of emails after Monday's interview with Charles Adler, where Ryan and Chuck discussed the story of an unvaccinated woman bumped off an organ donation wait list, and handed two losses in court. CHECK OUT YESTERDAY'S DISCUSSION: https://youtu.be/9UnolWX5alI?t=2063 Ryan reads a few of your messages before checking in with... 31:25 | Dr. Bradley Martin, a physician out of Hinton, AB, has seen patients waiting for, and receiving, donated organs. He explains a few factors to consider in determining suitable or deserving recipients, and wraps with a few thoughts on the importance of measured, informed debate in today's society. 43:26 | Ryan reads more of your emails about vaccine requirements for organ donation. SIGN YOUR DONOR CARD TODAY: https://myhealth.alberta.ca/alberta/Pages/organ-and-tissue-donation-consent-to-donate.aspx 51:58 | At just thirteen years of age, Wyatt Sharpe has already made a name for himself in Canadian media circles. The host of The Wyatt Sharpe Show brings us up to speed on the news stories Gen Z's keeping a keen eye on. 1:06:41 | Did you know most wearable fitness trackers are designed for men, then adapted for women? Did you know many of these devices aren't actually that accurate? Movano is creating the first wearable fitness tracker that will be FDA-certified as a medical device. That lands them in the spotlight of this week's edition of The Leading Edge, presented by our friends at Leading Edge Physiotherapy. LIFE SHOULDN'T HURT:https://leadingedgephysio.com/ WEBSITE: https://ryanjespersen.com/ TWITTER: https://twitter.com/RealTalkRJ INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/RealTalkRJ/ TIKTOK: https://www.tiktok.com/@realtalkrj PATREON: https://www.patreon.com/ryanjespersen THANK YOU FOR SUPPORTING OUR SPONSORS! https://ryanjespersen.com/sponsors The views and opinions expressed in this show are those of the host and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Relay Communications Group Inc. or any affiliates.

5:33 | Sheila North was vacationing with her family in Mazatlan when all hell broke loose. The former Grand Chief of Manitoba Keewatinowi Okimakanak tells us about the hours following the arrest of an alleged drug cartel leader, and how she was able to get her family home. Sheila's also done a ton of work advocating for awareness and action around Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women. She shares her thoughts on the horrific story out of Winnipeg, including calls for a detailed search of Prairie Green Landfill. 20:53 | Does Conservative leader Pierre Poilievre need to ease up on the "anger button" to win over female voters? Is it fair to require COVID vaccination for potential organ transplant recipients? And what are members of the public supposed to do when police warn about releasing dangerous offenders? Charles Adler pulls no punches in his regular Monday appearance on the show. 45:43 | Does Facebook's "Memories" feature invoke positive emotions for you? That's not the case for everybody. Dr. Nicolette Little talks about social media "ghosts" and design justice, and explains how algorithms can be designed with more equity in mind. READ DR. LITTLE'S ARTICLE: https://www.tandfonline.com/doi/abs/10.1080/14680777.2022.2149593?journalCode=rfms20#.Y4ePCeRcPFs.twitter 1:02:39 | Thanks to Real Talker "Tina," who submitted this week's Positive Reflection. We LOVE the story of a father's truly unique Christmas gift to his daughter! Positive Reflections is presented Mondays on Real Talk by Kuby Renewable Energy. GET YOUR FREE SOLAR QUOTE TODAY: https://kubyenergy.ca/ WEBSITE: https://ryanjespersen.com/ TWITTER: https://twitter.com/RealTalkRJ INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/RealTalkRJ/ TIKTOK: https://www.tiktok.com/@realtalkrj PATREON: https://www.patreon.com/ryanjespersen THANK YOU FOR SUPPORTING OUR SPONSORS! https://ryanjespersen.com/sponsors The views and opinions expressed in this show are those of the host and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Relay Communications Group Inc. or any affiliates.

Real Talker Johnny K claps back at this week's interview about fatphobia in this Friday's edition of Trash Talk presented by our friends at Local Environmental Services. KEEP IT LOCAL: https://localenvironmental.ca/

4:29 | Dr. Jordan Peterson is saying "hell no" to the College of Psychologists of Ontario. The governing body says the controversial author and professor needs social media sensitivity training if he wants to keep his license. Peterson's telling them to pound sand. Ryan has a few thoughts out of the gates. 12:45 | Supriya Dwivedi says Jordan Peterson should fight the College...but that doesn't mean she agrees with him. She explains why. 40:34 | You'd never know it watching the mainstream media, but Alberta has more than two political parties. This week's Real Talk Round Table presented by Urban Timber introduces you to "The Other Guys" - Green Party of Alberta leader Jordan Wilkie, Alberta Party leader Barry Morishita, and Wildrose Independence Party of Alberta leader Jeevan Mangat. CHECK OUT URBAN TIMBER'S BOXCAR COLLECTION: https://www.urbantimber.ca/ 1:20:02 | Ryan and Johnny digest what our Round Table guests had to say, and explore better representation in politics. 1:31:13 | Real Talker Johnny K claps back at this week's interview about fatphobia in this Friday's edition of Trash Talk presented by our friends at Local Environmental Services. KEEP IT LOCAL: https://localenvironmental.ca/ WEBSITE: https://ryanjespersen.com/ TWITTER: https://twitter.com/RealTalkRJ INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/RealTalkRJ/ TIKTOK: https://www.tiktok.com/@realtalkrj PATREON: https://www.patreon.com/ryanjespersen THANK YOU FOR SUPPORTING OUR SPONSORS! https://ryanjespersen.com/sponsors The views and opinions expressed in this show are those of the host and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Relay Communications Group Inc. or any affiliates.

We could all use a timeline cleanse once in a while. Today's is courtesy Slavo Cech, a renowned sculptor and founder of the Art Hunt. But first... 0:40 | Real Talk producer John Hicks is Twitter verified! But he's not sure he wants to be. We open the show with a look at the pros and cons of paying for Twitter Blue. 9:18 | Have you signed your team up for the Real Talk Pond Hockey Classic on February 4? Ryan shares some video from last year's event that raised more than $50,000 for Uncles & Aunts at Large and KidSport St. Albert. SIGN UP TO PLAY, VOLUNTEER, OR SPONSOR: https://ryanjespersen.com/pond-hockey CHECK OUT THE VIDEO: https://youtu.be/QayHG7TTIbI 14:28 | Slavo Cech's art resonates with people in a remarkable way. The Edifier Award winner explains how nature influences his creative process, and why he started giving pieces away via scavenger hunt. CHECK OUT THE NEW ISSUE OF EDIFY: https://edifyedmonton.com/ FOLLOW SLAVO ON TWITTER: https://twitter.com/slav_metalurges INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/slavocech/ TIK TOK: https://www.tiktok.com/@slavocech 36:07 | Prince Harry's new book "Spare" contains bombshell after bombshell about the state of his family relationships, including with his brother William. Ryan gets into some of the details that have emerged ahead of the book's scheduled release on January 10. 41:25 | The US House of Representatives is handcuffed, as the House Freedom Caucus refuses to grant the votes needed for Kevin McCarthy to become House Speaker. Does this stateside story remind you of any political stories a bit closer to home? Ryan ruminates. WEBSITE: https://ryanjespersen.com/ TWITTER: https://twitter.com/RealTalkRJ INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/RealTalkRJ/ TIKTOK: https://www.tiktok.com/@realtalkrj PATREON: https://www.patreon.com/ryanjespersen THANK YOU FOR SUPPORTING OUR SPONSORS! https://ryanjespersen.com/sponsors The views and opinions expressed in this show are those of the host and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Relay Communications Group Inc. or any affiliates.

0:20 | You don't have to be a football fan, or even a sports fan, to be following the Damar Hamlin story. We open the show with the latest update on the NFL star's condition, and a few thoughts on how COVID misinformation has entered the chat. 12:01 | Philippe Fournier went 82 for 87 in predicting the outcome of Alberta's provincial election in 2019. The founder of 338Canada tells us how he sees the 2023 Alberta election playing out, and what other political stories he's keeping an eye on across the country. CHECK OUT 338CANADA: https://338canada.com/ 30:21 | It's a perfect time of year to book your Jasper getaway! This week's edition of #MyJasper Memories presented by Tourism Jasper highlights some of the great options in store during the first weekend of Jasper in January. MAKE YOUR PLANS TODAY: https://www.jasper.travel/january/ 34:15 | Taylor Swift unleashed controversy this fall with her "Anti-Hero" video that critics swiftly labelled as fatphobic. Athabasca University professors Kristin Rodier and Heather McLean explain how the oppression of fat people continues to be a problem, and where they'd like to see the conversation go. READ THEIR ARTICLE: https://theconversation.com/what-taylor-swifts-anti-hero-controversy-can-tell-us-about-fatphobia-in-feminist-politics-195287 LEARN MORE ABOUT ATHABASCA UNIVERSITY: https://www.athabascau.ca/ HEADS UP, HOCKEY PLAYERS! The puck drops February 4 at the Real Talk Pond Hockey Classic. We'd love to see you there playing, volunteering, or sponsoring our annual fundraiser for KidSport and Uncles & Aunts at Large. SIGN UP TODAY: https://ryanjespersen.com/pond-hockey WEBSITE: https://ryanjespersen.com/ TWITTER: https://twitter.com/RealTalkRJ INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/RealTalkRJ/ TIKTOK: https://www.tiktok.com/@realtalkrj PATREON: https://www.patreon.com/ryanjespersen THANK YOU FOR SUPPORTING OUR SPONSORS! https://ryanjespersen.com/sponsors The views and opinions expressed in this show are those of the host and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Relay Communications Group Inc. or any affiliates.

0:55 | It's great to be back in the Real Talk studio! Ryan and Johnny reveal their New Year's resolutions, including Ryan's plan to purge 496 items from his jam-packed storage room. WHAT'S YOUR PLAN FOR 2023? [email protected] 17:59 | Charles Adler's endorsement of Rachel Notley's NDP has 700,000 views on Twitter since New Year's Eve. The longtime conservative talk radio host tells us why he "flip flopped," including a pointed response to his loudest critics. 52:16 | Forbes says healthcare delivery will change in five major ways this year. This week's edition of The Leading Edge presented by Leading Edge Physiotherapy highlights innovation in health and wellness. LIFE SHOULDN'T HURT: https://leadingedgephysio.com/ 1:05:27 | A heartwarming story in the midst of a New York blizzard takes centre stage in Positive Reflections presented by Kuby Renewable Energy. GET YOUR FREE SOLAR QUOTE TODAY: https://kubyenergy.ca/ HEADS UP, HOCKEY PLAYERS! The puck drops February 4 at the Real Talk Pond Hockey Classic. We'd love to see you there playing, volunteering, or sponsoring our annual fundraiser for KidSport and Uncles & Aunts at Large. SIGN UP TODAY: https://ryanjespersen.com/pond-hockey WEBSITE: https://ryanjespersen.com/ TWITTER: https://twitter.com/RealTalkRJ INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/RealTalkRJ/ TIKTOK: https://www.tiktok.com/@realtalkrj PATREON: https://www.patreon.com/ryanjespersen THANK YOU FOR SUPPORTING OUR SPONSORS! https://ryanjespersen.com/sponsors The views and opinions expressed in this show are those of the host and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Relay Communications Group Inc. or any affiliates.

With tomorrow's Patreon-exclusive Holiday Zoom Party, this week's Trash Talk falls on a Thursday. Stephen takes centre stage with his rebuttal to Nils beating up on bike lanes last week. Buckle up for Trash Talk, presented by our friends at Local Environmental Services! KEEP IT LOCAL: https://localenvironmental.ca/

It's our final public show of 2022, featuring investigative journalist Robyn Doolittle and disruption strategist Shawn Kanungo! 1:10 | Friday, we present our annual Patreon Holiday Zoom Party, exclusively for our Real Talk Patrons. Ryan and Johnny open the show with a few details re: what Patreon supporters can expect on tomorrow's special edition of the show. SUPPORT REAL TALK ON PATREON: https://www.patreon.com/ryanjespersen 3:57 | New details have surfaced in the Hockey Canada scandal, including potential charges against five individuals implicated in the alleged group sexual assault. Globe and Mail investigative journalist Robyn Doolittle brings us up to speed. READ ROBYN'S WORK: https://www.theglobeandmail.com/canada/article-court-filing-reveals-new-details-about-alleged-hockey-canada-group/ 26:01 | Nobody brings more energy to the table than Shawn Kanungo. The disruption strategist and author of "The Bold Ones" makes his Real Talk debut, and jumps right into the deep end. It's impossible to not be challenged, inspired, or moved by this interview! CHECK OUT SHAWN'S BOOK: https://www.shawnkanungo.com/ 1:22:06 | Sign your team up to play in the Real Talk Pond Hockey Classic by December 31 and qualify to win our $500 early bird prize! The annual fundraiser for KidSport and Uncles & Aunts at Large goes February 4...we'd love to see you there playing, volunteering, or sponsoring this wonderful event! SIGN UP TODAY: https://ryanjespersen.com/pond-hockey 1:23:56 | Congratulations to our Email of the Month winner for December! Ryan reveals whose message rose above all others, winning the author an official Real Talk studio mug. EMAIL THE SHOW: [email protected] 1:26:10 | It's the final instalment of the John Hicks Holiday Movie Review, aka Hicks' Flick Picks! 1:28:05 | Our hearts are full after hearing an anonymous Real Talker donated $5,000 to Harvest Sky Animal Rescue after hearing Trevor Kerr (aka Cactus Sheriff) on the show earlier this week. Real Talkers are an incredible bunch! 1:32:28 | With tomorrow's Patreon-exclusive Holiday Zoom Party, this week's Trash Talk falls on a Thursday. Stephen takes centre stage with his rebuttal to Nils beating up on bike lanes last week. Buckle up for Trash Talk, presented by our friends at Local Environmental Services! KEEP IT LOCAL: https://localenvironmental.ca/ WEBSITE: https://ryanjespersen.com/ TWITTER: https://twitter.com/RealTalkRJ INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/RealTalkRJ/ TIKTOK: https://www.tiktok.com/@realtalkrj PATREON: https://www.patreon.com/ryanjespersen THANK YOU FOR SUPPORTING OUR SPONSORS! https://ryanjespersen.com/sponsors The views and opinions expressed in this show are those of the host and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Relay Communications Group Inc. or any affiliates.

Could Hobbits be real? We speak with Oxford-educated anthropologist Dr. Gregory Forth about a remarkable discovery on an Indonesian island that is guaranteed to blow your mind. But first, you want REAL talk? Sixties Scoop survivors Lew Jobs and Sandra Relling join Ryan in the Real Talk studio. 1:03 | Have you registered to plan in, volunteer at, or sponsor the Real Talk Pond Hockey Classic on February 4? Sign up your team by December 31 to qualify for more than $500 in prizes, all in support of the Canadian Progress Club - St. Albert, Uncles & Aunts at Large, and KidSport. DETAILS: https://ryanjespersen.com/pond-hockey 5:20 | Lew Jobs was homeless for years. He grew up raised by a white family after being taken from his family in Tuktoyaktuk, and has struggled with his identity ever since. He and fellow Sixties Scoop survivor Sandra Relling join Ryan in studio for a powerful conversation about the past, present, and future. SUPPORT THE SIXTIES SCOOP INDIGENOUS SOCIETY OF ALBERTA: https://www.ssisa.ca/ 43:40 | Could Hobbits actually be real? The truth is, anthropologist Greg Forth doesn't prefer the term...but he doesn't deny the (potential CURRENT) existence of curious-looking creatures known to inhabit a remote Indonesian island tens of thousands of years ago. This interview is guaranteed to blow your mind! CHECK OUT DR. FORTH'S BOOK: https://www.simonandschuster.com/books/Between-Ape-and-Human/Gregory-Forth/9781639361434 1:11:45 | Jasper in January is nearly upon us! This year's edition is full of exclusive menus, unique dishes, and irresistible specials. Don't miss the details highlighted in this week's edition of #MyJasper Memories presented by Tourism Jasper! MAKE YOUR JASPER IN JANUARY PLANS: https://www.jasper.travel/january/ REGISTER TO PLAY IN, VOLUNTEER AT, OR SPONSOR THE REAL TALK POND HOCKEY CLASSIC ON FEB. 4: https://ryanjespersen.com/pond-hockey WEBSITE: https://ryanjespersen.com/ TWITTER: https://twitter.com/RealTalkRJ INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/RealTalkRJ/ TIKTOK: https://www.tiktok.com/@realtalkrj PATREON: https://www.patreon.com/ryanjespersen THANK YOU FOR SUPPORTING OUR SPONSORS! https://ryanjespersen.com/sponsors The views and opinions expressed in this show are those of the host and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Relay Communications Group Inc. or any affiliates.

0:38 | Fresh off contentious budget deliberations, Edmonton Mayor Amarjeet Sohi joins Ryan in the Real Talk studio. Sohi explains how this council is "building the city differently," including commitments to Reconciliation, social services, and addressing climate change. Ryan challenges the mayor on the decision to kill a regional transit collaboration, and reports the business community is at odds with this council. The conversation wraps with the mayor's thoughts on a provincial government task force on crime in Edmonton, which Sohi says was organized without his feedback. 42:20 | This week's edition of #TheLeadingEdge presented by Leading Edge Physiotherapy is a bit different: Leading Edge founder Grant Fedoruk joins us live from a therapeutic pool at their new Capilano location! Grant explains the innovation behind hydrotherapy, and demonstrates a few innovative techniques his team employs to get patients back to living their best lives. LIFE SHOULDN'T HURT: https://leadingedgephysio.com/ REGISTER TO PLAY IN, VOLUNTEER AT, OR SPONSOR THE REAL TALK POND HOCKEY CLASSIC ON FEB. 4: https://ryanjespersen.com/pond-hockey WEBSITE: https://ryanjespersen.com/ TWITTER: https://twitter.com/RealTalkRJ INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/RealTalkRJ/ TIKTOK: https://www.tiktok.com/@realtalkrj PATREON: https://www.patreon.com/ryanjespersen THANK YOU FOR SUPPORTING OUR SPONSORS! https://ryanjespersen.com/sponsors The views and opinions expressed in this show are those of the host and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Relay Communications Group Inc. or any affiliates.

0:41 | It's being called one of the greatest championship finals in sports history. Derek Van Diest joins live from Qatar, where he covered Argentina's incredible win over France at the 2022 FIFA World Cup final. READ DEREK'S REPORTING: https://torontosun.com/sports/soccer/world-cup-fitting-end-to-fantastic-tournament 18:55 | A (nearly) clean-shaven Charles Adler tells us why he's eating less meat, swearing off fringe extremists, and growing back his beard in 2023. 55:52 | We love introducing you to your fellow Real Talkers! Trevor Kerr - "Cactus Sheriff" in our YouTube live chat - checks in from Hanna, Alberta, to tell us what it was like living with a domesticated bison in the house (!). This, in follow-up to our chat with Calgary Zoo CEO Dr. Clément Lanthier last week: https://youtu.be/21kcHZ8OI-s?t=2467 SUPPORT HARVEST SKY ANIMAL RESCUE: https://www.harvestskyrescue.ca/ 1:07:17 | Ryan tells the story of his boxer Moses getting beat up by a cat named Cat. A ring a ding dong dandy! 1:12:15 | Are you a doomscroller? This week's Positive Reflections presented by Kuby Energy is dedicated to you! GET YOUR FREE SOLAR QUOTE TODAY: https://kubyenergy.ca/ WEBSITE: https://ryanjespersen.com/ TWITTER: https://twitter.com/RealTalkRJ INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/RealTalkRJ/ TIKTOK: https://www.tiktok.com/@realtalkrj PATREON: https://www.patreon.com/ryanjespersen REGISTER FOR THE REAL TALK POND HOCKEY CLASSIC (FEB. 4): https://ryanjespersen.com/pond-hockey 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.

Megan, Albert, Nils, and Erin all have scores to settle in a NSFW, "earmuffs, kids" edition of Trash Talk presented by our friends at Local Environmental Services! KEEP IT LOCAL: localenvironmental.ca

2:03 | Edmonton's city council killed a regional transit plan by pulling its commitment late Wednesday night. Will the ripple effects extend beyond bus service? What does this mean for "bigger picture" regional cooperation? Councillor Sarah Hamilton, St. Albert Mayor Cathy Heron, and Strathcona County Councillor Robert Parks join our Real Talk Round Table presented by Urban Timber. LIKE OUR TABLE? CHECK OUT URBAN TIMBER: https://www.urbantimber.ca/ 40:51 | It seems like everybody in Canada had something to say about a Toronto Life piece featuring a woman who moved from Toronto (Mississauga) to Edmonton, and "hated it". We chat with Greig Smith, who moved from Toronto to Edmonton...and loves it! (This guy's bound to put a smile on your face.) 1:05:57 | Megan, Albert, Nils, and Erin all have scores to settle in a NSFW, "earmuffs, kids" edition of Trash Talk presented by our friends at Local Environmental Services! KEEP IT LOCAL: localenvironmental.ca WEBSITE: https://ryanjespersen.com/ TWITTER: https://twitter.com/RealTalkRJ INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/RealTalkRJ/ TIKTOK: https://www.tiktok.com/@realtalkrj PATREON: https://www.patreon.com/ryanjespersen REGISTER FOR THE REAL TALK POND HOCKEY CLASSIC (FEB. 4): https://ryanjespersen.com/pond-hockey 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.

0:45 | Senator Paula Simons joins Ryan in studio to talk about sustainability and soil, her early media days producing morning radio (7:30), masking up (11:23), preparing for Hanukkah with "Henukkah" (17:36), why she's leaving Twitter (27:33), a rise in anti-Semitism (35:57), and her response to the Toronto Life hit job on Edmonton (40:41). Don't miss this interview with one of our favourite guests! FOLLOW PAULA ON MASTADON: https://mstdn.ca/@UCC-OUKe00sPOLQW-bHhdc3A 56:01 | Ryan reads emails from Marty in Melbourne (Alphonso Davies v. Connor McDavid), Carolyn in Calgary ("responsible" gun ownership), and Ron (homelessness). EMAIL THE SHOW: [email protected] 1:04:30 | Do you sous vide? (Send us your tips!) 1:09:41 | Johnny's got another Hicks Holiday Movie Review for us! Naturally, the conversation migrates to talk about Botox and steroids. WEBSITE: https://ryanjespersen.com/ TWITTER: https://twitter.com/RealTalkRJ INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/RealTalkRJ/ TIKTOK: https://www.tiktok.com/@realtalkrj PATREON: https://www.patreon.com/ryanjespersen LIKE OUR TABLE? CHECK OUT URBAN TIMBER: https://www.urbantimber.ca/ REGISTER FOR THE REAL TALK POND HOCKEY CLASSIC (FEB. 4): https://ryanjespersen.com/pond-hockey SUPPORT 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.

Newsflash: Edmonton ain't Toronto. And Leduc ain't Mississauga, either. Ryan and author Omar Mouallem open the show responding to a Toronto Life clickbait story that lit a fire under an entire province. READ THE PIECE (YEAH, WE'LL BITE) - https://torontolife.com/city/i-moved-to-alberta-and-hated-everything-about-it-after-three-months-i-came-back-to-toronto/ 0:48 | Have you signed up to play in, volunteer at, or sponsor the Real Talk Pond Hockey Classic on Saturday, February 4, 2023? Register your team today to qualify for the early bird prize: $250 at Central Social Hall, $150 in Real Talk Pond Hockey beer bucks, $100 in Dairy Queen gift cards, and more! REGISTER: https://ryanjespersen.com/pond-hockey 2:50 | Omar Mouallem's one of the best storytellers in Canada. He joins Ryan in studio to discuss the Toronto Life hit job on Edmonton, his long-form investigative piece on a serial abuser at a Calgary junior high school, and his now-completed film, "The Lebanese Burger Mafia." READ OMAR'S PIECE IN MACLEANS: https://www.macleans.ca/longforms/monster-classroom-calgary-abuse/ CHECK OUT OMAR'S FILM: https://burgerbaronmovie.com/ 41:07 | Do you have mixed feelings about zoos? Dr. Clément Lanthier, CEO of the Wilder Institute and Calgary Zoo, explains how some zoos (including Calgary's) have evolved under a new mandate. We talk about unregulated "zoos," wildlife population rehabilitation, and a hundred other things. Make sure you check out this fascinating conversation with the president of the World Association of Zoos and Aquariums (WAZA). CHECK OUT THE WILDER INSTITUTE: https://wilderinstitute.org/ 1:12:25 | Ryan and John debrief after the conversation with Dr. Lanthier. Let us know what you took away from the interview: [email protected] 1:23:46 | Heading out to Jasper for the holidays? Make sure you check out this week's #MyJasper Memories presented by Tourism Jasper! Conditions are impeccable at Marmot Basin, Journey Bike Guides has new fat bike tours, and this year's Jasper in January is bigger and better than ever before! PLAN YOUR JASPER GETAWAY: https://www.jasper.travel/january/ 1:27:38 | Fans of Ellen's longtime DJ Stephen "tWitch" Boss are mourning his death today. Johnny pays tribute to the popular and talented entertainer. GET HELP WITHOUT JUDGEMENT: https://talksuicide.ca/ WEBSITE: https://ryanjespersen.com/ TWITTER: https://twitter.com/RealTalkRJ INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/RealTalkRJ/ TIKTOK: https://www.tiktok.com/@realtalkrj PATREON: https://www.patreon.com/ryanjespersen LIKE OUR TABLE? CHECK OUT URBAN TIMBER: https://www.urbantimber.ca/ SUPPORT 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.

0:18 | Three Alberta mayors give us a candid, no holds barred assessment of their communities' biggest challenges. Cathy Heron (St. Albert), Tyler Gandam (Wetaskiwin), and Angela Duncan (Alberta Beach) join Ryan around the Real Talk Round Table. 2:58 | It's been a few straight weeks of frigid temperatures. There have been numerous deaths reported (recorded is another matter) amongst members of the homeless population. Is it possible to *actually* solve homelessness? 13:56 | Alberta Premier Danielle Smith's Sovereignty Act puts municipalities in a tough spot. We get into why, and what the implications might be. 26:10 | What is Alberta Municipalities, anyway? The mayors help us better understand the mandate and membership of this high-profile organization, and why its advocacy matters. CHECK OUT ALBERTA MUNICIPALITIES: abmunis.ca FOLLOW THEM ON TWITTER: https://twitter.com/ABmunis 31:10 | Talk to the mayor of any community, and the conversation will eventually land on policing. We get an update on how plans for an Alberta Provincial Police force will impact the average citizen and communities as a whole. 36:16 | Homelessness is one thing - affordable housing is another. What's being done for people just barely keeping a roof over their heads, or trying to get there? What are municipalities doing to make affordable housing a more realistic option for thousands of desperate and deserving people? 44:28 | Do our mayors fear all the "good" people are being chased away from politics? (Here's where things get really real.) 52:30 | What's with this new recycling initiative? Mayor Heron explains what's changing, and who's paying for what. 57:01 | Mayors Gandam, Duncan, and Heron each leave us with something to consider...a "holiday charge," if you will. EMAIL THE SHOW: [email protected] SIGN UP FOR THE REAL TALK POND HOCKEY CLASSIC ON FEB. 4: https://ryanjespersen.com/pond-hockey WEBSITE: https://ryanjespersen.com/ TWITTER: https://twitter.com/RealTalkRJ INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/RealTalkRJ/ TIKTOK: https://www.tiktok.com/@realtalkrj PATREON: https://www.patreon.com/ryanjespersen LIKE OUR TABLE? CHECK OUT URBAN TIMBER: https://www.urbantimber.ca/ SUPPORT 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.

"Ridiculous" is how Olympic legend Dr. Susan Nattrass describes C-21, the Liberals' gun control bill. The seven-time Women's World Champion trapshooter headlines today's episode, but first... 1:10 | Did you catch the FIS World Cup Big Air snowboarders at Commonwealth Stadium over the weekend? Ryan and Johnny review the spectacular event, including some exclusive video. 12:50 | Charles Adler is the proud son of a tailor. He kicks off his weekly Real Talk appearance with an unscripted observation or two about Ryan's suit (!), his dad's shop back in the day, and children working in family businesses across the country. Charles and Ryan go on to discuss Elon Musk's attack on Dr. Anthony Fauci over the weekend, and some of the big picture ramifications. 39:58 | Dr. Susan Nattrass is on a very short list: the six-time Olympian and seven-time World Champion trapshooter was named Canada's Athlete of the Year in 1981. She grew up around guns, and has a unique insight as one of the best competitive shooters in history. When we asked her to guest on Real Talk to discuss Bill C-21, Susan took the time to read the more than 300-page document. She explains why she thinks the Liberals' gun control bill is "ridiculous," and comments on a reported rise in more women buying firearms than ever before. 1:19:21 | This week's Positive Reflection presented by Kuby Energy was shared by Real Talkers Brian and Laurie, who kickstarted a grassroots community fundraiser ten years ago. What a legacy they've established in Wainwright, AB! SEND US YOUR POSITIVE REFLECTION: [email protected] GET YOUR FREE SOLAR QUOTE TODAY: kubyenergy.ca WEBSITE: https://ryanjespersen.com/ TWITTER: https://twitter.com/RealTalkRJ INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/RealTalkRJ/ TIKTOK: https://www.tiktok.com/@realtalkrj PATREON: https://www.patreon.com/ryanjespersen SUPPORT 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.

Erin's pissed off at Metallica, and Kimberly and Janine aren't happy about the state of politics at any level. Buckle up for another rowdy edition of Trash Talk presented by Local Environmental Services! KEEP IT LOCAL: https://localenvironmental.ca/

The band is back together! The popular Group Chat Round Table convenes in person for the first time in Real Talk history (1:00), as communications advisor Jenny Adams, lawyer Harman Kandola, and development consultant Jarrett Campbell gather around our Urban Timber table. Harman's just back from the FIFA World Cup in Qatar, so we start (4:40) with story time and a debate: who's Canada's most spectacular male athlete right now - Alphonso Davies or Connor McDavid? Was it politically savvy or stupid for Danielle Smith to skip Rachel Notley's portrait unveiling? Jenny (21:33) tells us what advice she'd have given Premier Smith. Duelling polls tell a different story re: what Alberta's next provincial election could look like. The crew reads into the numbers (39:31) six months out. Jarrett grew up in Manning, Alberta, and has been a gun owner his entire adult life. We get into gun control in Canada (54:13), specifically the politics behind Bill C-21. Our panelists are all plugged into Edmonton municipal politics in varying ways, so it makes sense to venture into current budget deliberations at City Hall (1:03:55). We tackle bike lanes, LRT and rec centre construction, the Valley Zoo, downtown revitalization (including City Centre Mall), and more. Erin's pissed off at Metallica, and Kimberly and Janine aren't happy about the state of politics at any level. Buckle up for another rowdy edition of Trash Talk presented by Local Environmental Services! KEEP IT LOCAL: https://localenvironmental.ca/ FIND JENNY: https://theadamsagency.ca/ FIND JARRETT: https://aspenadvisory.ca/ FIND HARMAN: https://sb-llp.com/ EMAIL THE SHOW: [email protected] WEBSITE: https://ryanjespersen.com/ TWITTER: https://twitter.com/RealTalkRJ INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/RealTalkRJ/ TIKTOK: https://www.tiktok.com/@realtalkrj PATREON: https://www.patreon.com/ryanjespersen SUPPORT 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.

4:46 | Premier Danielle Smith's Sovereignty Act passes, but not before sweeping cabinet powers are stripped. What will this mean for the average Albertan, what message does it send the rest of Canada, and what will the next six months look like ahead of the provincial election expected in May 2023? EMAIL THE SHOW: [email protected] 9:56 | Just a few days ago, Sharon Morin received a Queen Elizabeth II Platinum Jubilee Medal. Today, she checks in from Montreal, where she's participating in COP15 - the UN conference on biodiversity. We talk about Indigenous perspectives in land management and sustainability, Sharon's thoughts on the Métis Nation of Alberta's recent record-setting vote, and the Alberta political landscape. 35:27 | Agatha Smykot and her family just celebrated the one year anniversary of their move from Calgary to the Czech Republic. "Aggie" is a regular listener to the Real Talk podcast, a savvy political watcher, and an engaged citizen: the perfect formula for a great guest! She tells us how life is different in Czechia, what she's learned about herself (and Canada) over the past year, and what she makes of what's going on in Alberta right now. 1:00:19 | Luke wants firearms safety taught in high school. Martin grew up around guns, but takes issue with the talking points around rights and responsibilities. Jenny, as far as she knows, is the only Jew in her neighbourhood, and she wants Real Talkers to reflect on a few things. Ryan gets into a few of the many emails we've received over the past week. TELL US WHAT YOU THINK: [email protected] WEBSITE: https://ryanjespersen.com/ TWITTER: https://twitter.com/RealTalkRJ INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/RealTalkRJ/ TIKTOK: https://www.tiktok.com/@realtalkrj PATREON: https://www.patreon.com/ryanjespersen SUPPORT 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.

Debate rages on around Bill C-21, the government's gun control bill. In this episode, we talk to Dr. Lise Gotell, a gender violence expert, and hear from Real Talker "Neil," a firearms enthusiast, as our conversation on gun policy in Canada continues. NOTE: Registration is open for the Real Talk Pond Hockey Classic on Saturday, February 4, 2023! Click here for details on how to play, volunteer, or sponsor this amazing annual event: https://ryanjespersen.com/pond-hockey 0:30 | Looking for an unconventional (scented) holiday gift to enjoy around a fire? Ryan shows off an intriguing item he recently discovered. 8:36 | Dr. Lise Gotell has dedicated her academic career to improving the experience of survivors in the criminal justice system. She joins us just days after she was in Ottawa discussing Bill C-21, and reiterates why gun policy must reflect the realities of domestic violence. CHECK OUT THE NAT'L ASSOC. OF WOMEN & THE LAW: https://nawl.ca/nawl-takes-action-on-gun-control-law/ 33:37 | Neil's a gun owner, hunter, and shooting enthusiast. He's also a regular Real Talk listener who took the time to share his thoughts on guns to [email protected]. Got a response to Neil's arguments? We'd love to hear from you. 39:40 | Inclusion in sport is a recurring theme that's not going away. Drs. Michael Kehler and Gabriel Knott-Fayle have conducted extensive research in masculinity, allyship, and homophobia in sports and media. They lay out how toxic masculinity manifests itself at the highest levels all the way down, and what we as a society can do about it. CHECK OUT THEIR FIFA WORLD CUP FEATURE: https://theconversation.com/world-cup-2022-mens-soccer-must-stop-silencing-activism-and-allyship-195087 1:14:23 | Searching for a perfect gift for the mountain lover in your life? Look no further than this week's #MyJasper Memories presented by Tourism Jasper! SAVE BIG WITH A MARMOT ESCAPE CARD: https://www.skimarmot.com/ SHOP LOCAL IN JASPER: https://www.jasper.travel/things-to-do/shopping/ STAY IN A STUNNING JASPER CABIN: https://www.jasper.travel/blog/4-cozy-winter-cabins-rent-jasper/ EMAIL THE SHOW: [email protected] WEBSITE: https://ryanjespersen.com/ TWITTER: https://twitter.com/RealTalkRJ INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/RealTalkRJ/ TIKTOK: https://www.tiktok.com/@realtalkrj PATREON: https://www.patreon.com/ryanjespersen SUPPORT 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.

2:32 | The gun debate in Canada rages on as the federal government looks to pass C-21 - its "gun control" bill. It's especially front of mind today, December 6th, the 33rd anniversary of the Montreal Massacre at École Polytechnique. Ryan follows up on yesterday's comments, and sets up Thursday's interview with Dr. Lise Gotell. 14:27 | Canada will play host to COP15 - the UN conference on biodiversity - starting tomorrow. Tom Lynch Staunton, a cattleman and conservationist, gives us his assessment of Canada's biggest biodiversity challenges, and some of the wins (naturally, politically, and otherwise). CHECK OUT THE NATURE CONSERVANCY OF CANADA: https://natureconservancy.ca/en/ 41:35 | What a disaster this FTX situation is. Billions of dollars vaporized, as Sam Bankman-Fried's crypto exchange collapsed just ahead of an expected merger. Chris Clearfield, a Harvard grad and author of the popular book "MELTDOWN," explains what all of us (crypto enthusiasts and critics alike) can and should take away from this cautionary tale. READ CHRIS' OP/ED IN THE GLOBE & MAIL: https://www.theglobeandmail.com/business/commentary/article-ftx-crypto-crisis-is-like-a-plane-crash-and-a-ponzi-there-is-a-lot-we/ CHECK OUT CHRIS' COACHING: https://www.clearfieldgroup.com/ 1:00:43 | Ever missed the boat big time on an investment? Ever tried to play catch-up, and got double-burned? Ryan laments a "woulda, coulda, shoulda" scenario involving early Aurora Cannabis stock. 1:05:46 | The eyes of the world are on soccer (sorry, football) as the FIFA World Cup continues. This week's edition of The Leading Edge celebrates a new invention making The Beautiful Game more accessible for visually-impaired fans. #TheLeadingEdge is presented Tuesdays on Real Talk by Leading Edge Physiotherapy. LIFE SHOULDN'T HURT: https://leadingedgephysio.com/ HEADS UP: Registration is open for the Real Talk Pond Hockey Classic on Saturday, February 4, 2023! Click here for details on how to play, volunteer, or sponsor this amazing annual event: https://ryanjespersen.com/pond-hockey EMAIL THE SHOW: [email protected] WEBSITE: https://ryanjespersen.com/ TWITTER: https://twitter.com/RealTalkRJ INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/RealTalkRJ/ TIKTOK: https://www.tiktok.com/@realtalkrj PATREON: https://www.patreon.com/ryanjespersen SUPPORT 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 a politics-heavy edition of Trash Talk presented by Local Environmental Services...but we kick off with "G-Money" and her issue with Elf on the Shelf! KEEP IT LOCAL: https://localenvironmental.ca/

0:52 | Professor Jordan Peterson got famous for refusing to use gender-neutral pronouns at the University of Toronto. He's long been critical of "woke" culture and proponents of it. It's no surprise Dr. Peterson isn't the biggest fan of NDP leader Jagmeet Singh, but how is the average person to process Peterson's response to Singh's tweet about Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women and Girls over the weekend? Ryan tees up the story before checking in with Charles Adler. 11:01 | Charles Adler says it's "amateur hour" at the Alberta Legislature right now. The talk radio legend talks to us about leadership, and how those qualities manifest in the political arena. Plus, we get Chuck's take on Jordan Peterson's recent outbursts, including a tweet about Qantas Airways' land acknowledgements. 38:24 | Brad Bartko is "29 years dead". Born with a myriad of health challenges, doctors told his mother he likely wouldn't survive. Nearly 30 years later, he's a disability advocate, consultant, and entrepreneur. Brad tells us where his focus was on International Day for Persons with Disabilities, and gives Real Talkers an assignment for the week. CHECK OUT BRAD'S BUSINESS: https://www.disabilityabd.com/ LEARN ABOUT ACCESSIBILITY CERTIFICATION TRAINING THROUGH ATHABASCA U: https://powered.athabascau.ca/product?catalog=Accessibility 1:03:31 | Is this the most offensive marketing move in Canadian history? We know that's a big question...but take a look at this story involving the Canadian Coalition for Firearm Rights and decide for yourself. 1:09:36 | Van Gogh the one-eared rescue dog takes centre stage in an especially-inspiring edition of Positive Reflections presented by Kuby Energy! GET YOUR FREE SOLAR QUOTE TODAY: https://kubyenergy.ca/ EMAIL THE SHOW: [email protected] WEBSITE: https://ryanjespersen.com/ TWITTER: https://twitter.com/RealTalkRJ INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/RealTalkRJ/ TIKTOK: https://www.tiktok.com/@realtalkrj PATREON: https://www.patreon.com/ryanjespersen SUPPORT 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.

11:34 | One of the biggest celebrities on the planet has gone full Nazi. Supriya Dwivedi takes on Kanye West's interview with (the despicable) Alex Jones, and zooms out to discuss what everyday citizens can/should do about a rise in anti-Semitism around the world. 34:25 | What a week in Alberta politics. This week's Real Talk Round Table presented by Urban Timber welcomes political scientist Dr. Feo Snagovsky and journalists Dani Paradis and Tyler Dawson, who discuss Premier Danielle Smith's controversial Alberta Sovereignty (Within a United Canada) Act and Jason Kenney's legacy. READ DR. SNAGOVSKY'S REPORT ON TRENDS IN DEMOCRACY: https://policyoptions.irpp.org/magazines/december-2022/threats-canadian-democracy/ 1:13:17 | It's a politics-heavy edition of Trash Talk presented by Local Environmental Services...but we kick off with "G-Money" and her issue with Elf on the Shelf! KEEP IT LOCAL: https://localenvironmental.ca/ EMAIL THE SHOW: [email protected] WEBSITE: https://ryanjespersen.com/ TWITTER: https://twitter.com/RealTalkRJ INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/RealTalkRJ/ TIKTOK: https://www.tiktok.com/@realtalkrj PATREON: https://www.patreon.com/ryanjespersen SUPPORT 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.

0:58 | When you least expect it, a heart attack can change (or end) your life. Just 43 years old, Vancouver radio personality Drex is lucky to be alive after suffering a heart attack a couple weeks ago. Ryan opens the show with a few musings, which leads to an unexpected (and amazing) conversation with... 10:37 | Calgary Sun scribbler Rick Bell. He's been covering politics for decades. He's also coming up on the 25th anniversary of his sobriety. We didn't plan on talking about booze and DUIs with the Page Five columnist, but this isn't the type of show that steers away from impromptu Real Talk. Don't miss Rick's story of recovery, then some (hilarious) observations about the state of politics in Alberta. 45:35 | Drex could be dead. On November 18, something started feeling "off". An hour or so later, he was in emergency surgery, having a stent implanted in his heart. The popular radio host and social commentator tells us his survival story, then goes on to explain how he manages Twitter trolls and online haters targeting his vax status and sexuality. 1:12:30 | Congratulations to our newest Real Talk Email of the Month winner! Ryan reveals who wins the Real Talk studio mug for the month of November. EMAIL THE SHOW: [email protected] WEBSITE: https://ryanjespersen.com/ TWITTER: https://twitter.com/RealTalkRJ INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/RealTalkRJ/ TIKTOK: https://www.tiktok.com/@realtalkrj PATREON: https://www.patreon.com/ryanjespersen SUPPORT 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 Premier Danielle Smith’s Sovereignty Act is being described as “undemocratic,” “an overreach,” and “crazy”. Ryan tees up today’s interviews with a few key points. | She’ll kick off 2023 as the new host of CTV’s Power Play, Question Period, and an afternoon radio show. The talented Vassy Kapelos returns to her roots as an Alberta Legislative correspondent, and digs into Premier Smith’s Bill One and Jason Kenney’s legacy. | He’s been covering Alberta politics for decades. Columnist Graham Thomson takes us into the background, context, precedent, and likely outcomes of the Alberta Sovereignty within a United Canada Act. Plus, is it ethical for Premier Smith to hire the former MLA, Michaela Frey, who vacated her seat so Smith could run in Brooks-Medicine Hat? | What happens when three teenage boys start dreaming about having their own bar? Usually nothing. But in today’s #MyJasper Memories presented by Tourism Jasper, we check out a new episode from the Venture Beyond series, and go behind the scenes of the Jasper Brewing Co. WATCH THE FULL FEATURE: https://www.jasper.travel/discover-jasper/venture-beyond-series/ EMAIL THE SHOW: [email protected] REAL TALK ON APPLE PODCASTS: https://podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast... REAL TALK ON SPOTIFY: https://open.spotify.com/show/03RyuWq... WEBSITE: https://ryanjespersen.com/ TWITTER: https://twitter.com/RealTalkRJ INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/RealTalkRJ/ TIKTOK: https://www.tiktok.com/@realtalkrj PATREON: https://www.patreon.com/ryanjespersen SUPPORT 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.

0:25 | Alberta Premier Danielle Smith says her government won't table a bill to "protect" the unvaccinated, walking back a promise she made on the campaign trail. Is it too soon to call this a flip flop? What does this say about the dynamic between the premier and her caucus? HAVE YOUR SAY: [email protected] 15:01 | Anna Maria Tremonti will never forget December 6, 1989. News of a gunman targeting women at Montreal's École Polytechnique forever changed the way she understood and reported on domestic and intimate partner violence. She tells us about her powerful personal story in her must-see Real Talk debut. LEARN ABOUT THE YWCA'S ROSE CAMPAIGN: https://ywcaofedmonton.org/ CHECK OUT ANNA MARIA'S PODCAST: https://www.annamariatremonti.com/ 30:33 | Stephen Gillen was once regarded as one of the UK's most notorious career criminals. First jailed at 14, he became a feared mob boss in London's east end. Now a motivational speaker and author, he tells us about the moment he decided to change his life, and how he turned it all around. CHECK OUT STEPHEN'S NEW BOOK: https://stephengillen.com/ 46:15 | It's the second instalment of the John Hicks Holiday Movie Review, exclusively on Real Talk! Find out what Johnny thinks of the new Will Ferrell/Ryan Reynolds holiday film "Spirited". 59:15 | This week's edition of The Leading Edge highlights how AI and machine learning is transforming diagnoses of potential heart conditions, saving lives in developing countries around the world. The Leading Edge is presented every Tuesday on Real Talk by Leading Edge Physiotherapy. LIFE SHOULDN'T HURT: https://leadingedgephysio.com/ WEBSITE: https://ryanjespersen.com/ TWITTER: https://twitter.com/RealTalkRJ INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/RealTalkRJ/ TIKTOK: https://www.tiktok.com/@realtalkrj PATREON: https://www.patreon.com/ryanjespersen SUPPORT 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.

0:41 | What the hell were Canadian coach John Herdman and TSN broadcaster James Duthie thinking?! With Canada's hopes evaporated, we open the show with a couple significant storylines off the pitch. 10:20 | Alberta's representative in the federal cabinet, Minister Randy Boissonnault, gives us his takeaways from the public inquiry into the Emergencies Act, the horrific nightclub shooting in Colorado targeting the LGBTQ community, and the federal government's plan to help Canadians struggling to keep up with inflation. 34:58 | Are you a fan of Alberta Premier Danielle Smith's plan to send cheques to Alberta families? Ryan and Johnny discuss "Danibucks". 41:15 | Registration is open for the second annual Real Talk Pond Hockey Classic! Ryan shares a few early details about the event on Saturday, February 4, 2023 in St. Albert. REGISTER TO PLAY, VOLUNTEER, OR SPONSOR: https://ryanjespersen.com/pond-hockey 44:16 | Charles Adler tells us what he thinks about Premier Smith's "Danibucks" plan. Plus, was it wise for Canadian men's soccer coach John Herdman to call out Croatia ahead of their World Cup match? And, how do anti-lockdown protests in China compare (or not) to the freedom convoy that occupied Ottawa nearly a year ago? 1:22:00 | This week's edition of Positive Reflections presented by Kuby Energy highlights an inspiring new book born from one family's battle against Leukemia. You can't help but be inspired by Brad Aronson's "HumanKind"! ORDER YOUR COPY: https://www.chapters.indigo.ca/en-ca/books/humankind-changing-the-world-one/9781928055631-item.html GET YOUR FREE SOLAR QUOTE TODAY: https://kubyenergy.ca/ WEBSITE: https://ryanjespersen.com/ TWITTER: https://twitter.com/RealTalkRJ INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/RealTalkRJ/ TIKTOK: https://www.tiktok.com/@realtalkrj PATREON: https://www.patreon.com/ryanjespersen SUPPORT 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.

Gerry's pissed off about the new season of Yellowstone, and "Michele with one l" has had enough of her friends' obsession with Twitter. They star in this week's edition of Trash Talk presented by Local Environmental Services! KEEP IT LOCAL: https://localenvironmental.ca/

0:20 | Could today be Twitter's last? If so, do you care? Ryan and Johnny open the show with rumours the "global town square" could cease operations by Friday evening. 9:50 | Classrooms are half-full due to illness and children's hospitals are slammed, as RSV, Influenza and COVID continue to wreak havoc on our youngest citizens. We feature Supriya Dwivedi's comments from this week's episode of Seriously on why Canadian politicians (most notably premiers) refuse to implement mask mandates to help ease the strain. SUBSCRIBE TO SERIOUSLY: https://seriouslypod.com/ LISTEN TO SERIOUSLY: https://podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast/november-16-2022-trumps-running-youre-on-your-own-kiddos/id1633490807?i=1000586453981 WATCH SERIOUSLY: - https://youtu.be/PjoZIwmpYLU?t=3 27:11 | Johnny - Real Talk's Official Holiday Movie Reviewer - is called to the carpet for this week's review of Falling Into Christmas starring Lindsay Lohan. 32:18 | The war on Christmas has touched down in Edmonton. (Not really, but we're having some fun with a local news story about the biggest Christmas tree in town.) 41:04 | International Men's Day is Saturday, November 19. This week's Real Talk Round Table presented by Urban Timber features legendary Canadian actor/singer Tom Jackson, Dr. Robbie Babins-Wagner, and author/speaker Mike Cameron. Don't miss this candid conversation about men's mental health. SEE TOM IN EDMONTON ON NOV. 24: https://tomjackson.ca/ CONNECT WITH DR. BABINS-WAGNER: https://calgarycounselling.com/ CHECK OUT MIKE'S BOOK/EVENTS: https://mikecameron.ca/ BROWSE URBAN TIMBER'S AMAZING WORK: https://www.urbantimber.ca/ 1:19:11 | Gerry's pissed off about the new season of Yellowstone, and "Michele with one l" has had enough of her friends' obsession with Twitter. They star in this week's edition of Trash Talk presented by Local Environmental Services! KEEP IT LOCAL: https://localenvironmental.ca/ WEBSITE: https://ryanjespersen.com/ TWITTER: https://twitter.com/RealTalkRJ INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/RealTalkRJ/ TIKTOK: https://www.tiktok.com/@realtalkrj PATREON: https://www.patreon.com/ryanjespersen SUPPORT 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.

10:39 | "Woman. Life. Freedom." The world has watched as thousands of Iranians have demonstrated remarkable courage, protesting across their nation since mid-September. The demonstrations are largely led by women and school girls who have marched - and burned their hijabs - in the weeks since 22-year-old Mahsa Amini died suspiciously in police custody. Iranian-Canadian organizer Nazanin Moghadami joins for one of the most powerful interviews in Real Talk history. FOLLOW NAZANIN'S GROUP ON INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/womxn.life.freedom/ 42:51 | Alberta Premier Danielle Smith has long claimed Cherokee ancestry...but is it true? APTN journalist Dani Paradis takes us into her exclusive reporting on the story, and explains why it matters. READ DANI'S WORK: https://www.aptnnews.ca/national-news/alberta-premier-danielle-smith-says-she-has-cherokee-roots-but-the-records-dont-back-that-up/ WEBSITE: https://ryanjespersen.com/ TWITTER: https://twitter.com/RealTalkRJ INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/RealTalkRJ/ TIKTOK: https://www.tiktok.com/@realtalkrj PATREON: https://www.patreon.com/ryanjespersen SUPPORT 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.

0:18 | Would you use a high-speed rail line between Calgary and Banff? How about Calgary and Edmonton? Ryan opens the show with a look at the top headlines: Alberta Premier Danielle Smith's plan to run trains to the Rockies (3:00), a shocking revelation from Calgary Mayor Jyoti Gondek re: disgraced councillor Sean Chu (3:30), and the return of Donald Trump to the "presidential picture" (8:00). CHECK OUT OUR UNSCIENTIFIC, UNOFFICIAL TWITTER POLL ON THE TRAINS: https://twitter.com/ryanjespersen/status/1592659949582450689?s=20&t=FlMDQepSi324qvxXYOzTLQ 13:23 | Nanton Mayor (and Calgary native) Jennifer Handley says "hell no" to the idea of a provincial police force. Her community ponied up for better RCMP coverage in their small town a half-hour south of Calgary. She says there's no way policing would improve with an Alberta-administered service, and explains why. 31:08 | Chef Shane Chartrand's legacy is celebrating and furthering Indigenous cuisine. The Tawaw author checks in from Egypt, and tells us what's fuelled the creative process behind what he's serving at COP27. BUY CHEF SHANE'S BOOK: https://houseofanansi.com/products/taww 39:47 | It's a perfect time of year to plan your holiday getaway to Jasper! This week's #MyJasper Memories presented by Tourism Jasper highlights some of the most magical options over the next couple months in the beautiful mountain town. BOOK YOUR JASPER HOLIDAY GETAWAY TODAY: https://www.jasper.travel/realtalk/ 44:16 | Qatar's already making the wrong kind of headlines as the FIFA World Cup gets set to kick off. We take a look at a Danish journalist being harassed mid-live hit, which spurs a conversation about corruption, ethics, consumer behaviour, and the future of Planet Earth. Y'know...Real Talk. WEBSITE: https://ryanjespersen.com/ TWITTER: https://twitter.com/RealTalkRJ INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/RealTalkRJ/ TIKTOK: https://www.tiktok.com/@realtalkrj PATREON: https://www.patreon.com/ryanjespersen SUPPORT 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.