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Real Talk is off Friday morning, so it's a rare Thursday edition of Trash Talk presented by Local Environmental! Ryan dedicates the entire segment to Lonnie's rant about "pay to play" democracy.

Rebecca Schulz wants to be Alberta's next Premier. The former Minister of Children's Services, who resigned this week to enter the UCP leadership race, makes her Real Talk debut to talk about what government would look like under her leadership. 4:39 | Ryan and John feel the pain of motorsport enthusiasts who watched dozens of dirtbikes and scooters crushed under a bulldozer in NYC. Why does New York's Mayor think such a display of destruction is important? Hear what Eric Adams says, then let us know what you think to [email protected]! 18:23 | Rebecca Schulz, MLA from Calgary-Shaw, joins Ryan to talk about her UCP leadership campaign. The conversation touches on the alleged "Old Boys Club" at the Alberta Legislature, culture concerns within Jason Kenney's government, Alberta warring with Ottawa, the potential of a female leader for the party, and the future of AISH, Supervised Consumption Services, the draft curriculum, and a provincial police force. 42:12 | Ryan and Johnny debrief after the Schulz interview, and touch on Charles Adler's Twitter grenade tossed toward his former colleague Danielle Smith. 50:35 | Real Talk is off Friday morning, so it's a rare Thursday edition of Trash Talk presented by Local Environmental! Ryan dedicates the entire segment to Lonnie's rant about "pay to play" democracy. Thanks in advance to everybody joining us at The Ranch Golf & Country Club for today's inaugural Real Talk Golf Classic! We're so proud to be raising funds for the Real Talk Julie Rohr Scholarship: https://www.ecfoundation.org/funds/the-real-talk-julie-rohr-scholarship-fund/

7:48 | Quebec and Alberta: it's complicated. Philippe Fournier, the pundit and poll analyst behind 338Canada, shares his insights into "sovereignty" discussions in both Canadian provinces. Philippe speculates on the future of Quebec Premier Francois Legault, Alberta's United Conservative Party (and Rachel Notley's NDP), the Conservative Party of Canada, and PM Justin Trudeau's Liberal government. CHECK OUT 338CANADA: https://338canada.com/ 38:22 | We continue our discussion on Indigenous and non-Indigenous business partnerships, on the heels of our June 21 interview with Indigenous Tourism Alberta CEO Shae Bird. Enoch Cree Nation Elder Irene Morin and Edmonton Chamber CEO Jeffrey Sundquist join to talk about Elder Morin's new role as the Chamber's Elder in Residence, and what economic recovery looks like through a Reconciliation lens. 57:02 | We love when past guests and Real Talk audience members keep us posted on their adventures! Ryan highlights a special family experience from last night's NHL Awards shared by June 9 guest Kelsie Snow, and an update from Aleppo, Syria from March 31 guest Raija-Liisa Schmidt-Teigen. 1:00:10 | Through human history, countless people have tapped into the healing powers of the mountains. In this week's #MyJasper Memories presented by Tourism Jasper, we learn how living in Jasper helps Stephanie Sophocleous manage a serious health challenge. SEE STEPH'S FULL STORY: https://www.jasper.travel/discover-jasper/venture-beyond-series/ CHECK OUT "SYMPHONY UNDER THE SUN" ON JUNE 28: https://www.jasper.travel/realtalk/

It's National Indigenous Peoples Day! On today's show, we celebrate Indigenous people making big impacts in their communities and beyond. 9:05 | Shae Bird is CEO of Indigenous Tourism Alberta. He explains what "Indigenous tourism" is, and what international travellers to Canada are looking for. Shae talks about balancing economic opportunities with cultural sensitivities, and how investment in Indigenous tourism fits into the Reconciliation model. CHECK OUT INDIGENOUS TOURISM OPPORTUNITIES IN ALBERTA: https://indigenoustourismalberta.ca/ 38:20 | Human rights activist Chevi Rabbit checks in ahead of a traditional Cree Sundance to talk about her community advocacy. Chevi shares what prompted her to start the "Hate to Hope" campaign, and how Pride Month and National Indigenous Peoples Day intersect in her world. Don't miss the cameo from Samson Cree Nation Councillor Katherine Swampy! 52:08 | Sage Morin's life was turned upside down when her son Geo was killed in 2013. The years following have been tumultuous, to say the least. Today, she celebrates 19 months sober, and a new career in professional wrestling as "The Matriarch". Sage shares how reconnecting with her Indigenous culture got her to where she is now. WATCH "THE MATRIARCH" WRESTLE ON JULY 2: https://business.facebook.com/MonsterProWrestling/ 1:07:35 | On The Leading Edge this week: the Revolve Air Wheelchair. One of TIME's Best Inventions for 2021, this product is literally reinventing the wheel. Check out why its inventor believes the Revolve Air will transform air travel for people who use wheelchairs. The Leading Edge is presented by Leading Edge Physiotherapy: Life shouldn't hurt! https://leadingedgephysio.com/

8:41 | Whose side is Charles Adler on, anyway? What's he doing talking to people of different political stripes?! The legendary talk host joins Ryan after mixing it up with his critics on Twitter over the weekend. 39:43 | Steve Brusatte has been fascinated by dinosaurs since he was a little boy. You can imagine how excited he was to sign on as scientific consultant for the new Jurassic World blockbuster! The University of Edinburgh paleontologist joins Ryan live from Scotland to talk about working on the film, and writing his new book The Rise and Reign of the Mammals. CHECK OUT STEVE'S BOOK: https://www.harpercollins.ca/9780062930170/the-age-of-dinosaurs-the-rise-and-fall-of-the-worlds-most-remarkable-animals/ 1:11:00 | Turns out not every Real Talker is comfortable enough to return to indoor entertainment venues like movie theatres. We get into the results of our most recent Get Real: Question of the Week presented by Y Station, and find out which summer movie our audience is most excited to see. 1:14:15 | It's a Stanley Cup Final edition of Positive Reflections, presented by Kuby Energy! GET YOUR FREE SOLAR QUOTE: https://kubyenergy.ca/

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4:03 | More than a million people are waiting for surgery in Ontario, expert say the system's in crisis - so what gives? Waiting for eye surgery herself, pundit Supriya Dwivedi shares how this might get fixed (or not). Plus, is Michelle Rempel Garner the answer for Alberta's UCP government? Supriya muses on the Calgary MP's tweets hinting at a party leadership run. 40:48 | They're household names in Canadian media, and starting September 8th, Lynda Steele and Jody Vance will team up for a new show on (employee-owned) CHEK-TV. We talk FIFA World Cup and Olympic bids, BC Premier John Horgan's recent dip in the polls, and Donald Trump's popularity bump in this week's edition of the Real Talk Round Table. 1:17:28 | We love when Real Talkers let us know how they feel about the show. Ryan reads Kristie's email to [email protected] about supervised consumption services, and "white collar" vs "white trash" drug users. 1:20:40 | Buckle up, baby! Time for another edition of Trash Talk presented by Local Waste!

8:42 | More Canadians believe conspiracy theories than you might think. Ryan and John start the show by taking a look at new stats from Abacus Data that show almost half of respondents believe wars, recessions, and elections are influenced by a small group of decision-makers. 18:56 | More and more people are talking about the Klondike Papers, a complicated, confusing, and somewhat outrageous conspiracy theory involving provincial and federal politicians across Canada (and around the world). Freelance investigative journalist Justin Ling did the digging, and shares what's legit and what's not. READ JUSTIN'S WORK: https://www.bugeyedandshameless.com/ 54:58 | Research shows nearly 90% of people participating in outdoor sport and recreation in Canada are white. What are the barriers standing in the way of BIPoC athletes (or would-be athletes) accessing outdoor recreation? BIPoC Outside host Kris Cromwell tells us why she started her podcast, and what she's learned through two seasons. CHECK OUT BIPoC OUTSIDE: https://bipocoutside.com/ 1:23:00 | Ryan and Johnny comment on the "over the phone from Toronto" firing of 55-year veteran sports columnist Terry Jones, including why Johnny's not his biggest fan. Things get personal in the Real Talk studio! REGISTER FOR THE REAL TALK GOLF CLASSIC, COMING UP JUNE 23:

8:17 | Rajan Sawhney wants to be Premier of Alberta. The Calgary-NE MLA resigned as Transportation Minister this week to seek the leadership of the United Conservative Party. She tells us how government would function differently if she were in charge, sheds light on her endorsement from MLA Angela Pitt, and explains how she'd approach consultation with teachers, contentious environmental decisions, and supervised consumption services. 36:33 | Ryan and John debrief after the Sawhney interview, prompted by her response to a question about harm reduction. 45:52 | One of the more well-known TV personalities in North America, Bryan Baeumler kept his agoraphobia a secret for many years...until he couldn't. The "Island of Bryan" star opens up about his mental health journey, confronting stigma, and making a difference in a "tough guy" industry. CHECK OUT FATHER'S DAY ON THE HILL: https://www.fathersdayonthehill.ca/ 1:10:07 | Ryan and John review the final results of our unscientific, unofficial twitter poll re: whether or not you'd defect to the Saudi-backed LIV Golf Tour for $200M. Of course, it turns to conversation on what you'd do with massive amounts of money. Who hasn't had that conversation?! TELL US WHAT YOU'D DO WITH $200M: [email protected] 1:24:08 | This week's #MyJasper Memories celebrates the 100 year anniversary (!!!) of the main building and cabins and the legendary Fairmont Jasper Park Lodge. You definitely don't want to miss Symphony Under the Sun coming up on June 28! CHECK OUT SYMPHONY UNDER THE SUN: https://www.jasper.travel/realtalk/

Thank you for three million downloads! Last night, our Real Talk Ryan Jespersen podcast hit that mile marker, and we're so grateful for everybody who subscribes to, downloads, rates, reviews, and shares our shows. Here's to the next three million! 14:11 | More than 30 white nationalists were detained in Idaho over the weekend, as plans to interrupt Pride celebrations were foiled by an astute citizen who called police. Former extremist and CSIS counter-terrorism operative Mubin Shaikh gets into what most concerns him about the Idaho story, then broadens the conversation to focus on how these groups form, and what the public needs to know. FOLLOW MUBIN ON TWITTER: https://twitter.com/MrMubinShaikh 44:45 | If you were a pro golfer, would you defect from the PGA Tour to the Saudi-backed LIV Tour if they offered you $200M? Toronto Star columnist and TSN contributor Bruce Arthur digs into one of the biggest stories in sports right now. Plus, how big of a liability is Pierre Poilievre's position on Bitcoin, and what does it mean in the bigger picture of Canadian politics? CHECK OUR UNOFFICIAL, UNSCIENTIFIC TWITTER POLL re: LIV: https://twitter.com/ryanjespersen/status/1536557316580864000 FOLLOW BRUCE ON TWITTER: https://twitter.com/bruce_arthur 1:27:08 | The Indigenous Peoples Experience at Fort Edmonton Park just won the international Thea Award for Outstanding Achievement - Heritage Centre, just one of the reasons why it's on The Leading Edge! Ryan shares a few key details about this fascinating new exhibit in Real Talk's home city. LEARN MORE: https://www.fortedmontonpark.ca/plan-your-visit/attractions/indigenous-peoples-experience The Leading Edge is presented by Leading Edge Physiotherapy: https://leadingedgephysio.com/

8:42 | Ben Perrin admits he had drug policy all wrong. The former criminal justice advisor to Prime Minister Stephen Harper says current Conservative politicians like Pierre Poilievre and Jason Kenney are ignoring the evidence when it comes to addressing Canada's opioid crisis. Don't miss this extended-length conversation with the author of the best-seller "Overdose: Heartbreak and Hope in Canada's Opioid Crisis". CHECK OUT BEN'S WORK: https://benjaminperrin.ca/ 1:00:52 | Why are the January 6th Committee hearings so important? Charles Adler lays it out during his regular Monday appearance on the show. Chuck also touches on the "snail's pace" of addressing America's gun problem, and why he's so intrigued by Canada's recent job numbers. 1:23:04 | Fill your bucket with a couple good news stories headlining this week's edition of Positive Reflections presented by Kuby Energy! Find out why music festivals are actually good for humanity, and hear about the lonely Colorado boy who found new friends in an unlikely circumstance. GET YOUR FREE SOLAR QUOTE TODAY: https://kubyenergy.ca/

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12:11 | Gas prices are through the roof, along with the cost of most other things families spend money on. Ryan gets the Group Chat Round Table back together for some "real life" takes on inflation, family budgets, and changing habits. Jenny Adams, Jarrett Campbell, and Harman Kandola also chime in on downtown Edmonton's crime woes, and whose job it is to fix everything. 38:10 | Real Talkers are telling us they're taking more steps than ever before to adjust to rising household costs. What's the smartest way to do it? Where might you find savings without sacrificing too much? Personal finance educator Kelley Keehn has some great tips you can implement right now! CHECK OUT KELLEY'S BOOKS: https://kelleykeehn.com/ We love hearing from Real Talkers, especially when you let us know how moments on the show have resonated with you. Make sure you check out Bradley (7:04) and Kristie's (1:07:46) emails to [email protected] after our powerful episode on Thursday (June 9th) re: men's mental health and the Sorry, I'm Sad podcast. 1:02:12 | We get into the results of our most recent Get Real: Question of the Week presented by Y Station. Find out how Real Talkers feel about gun violence in the US, and the best way to address it. TAKE THIS WEEK's QotW: https://ryanjespersen.com/question-of-the-week 1:12:48 | Buckle up for this week's (sleep deprived) version of Trash Talk presented by Local Environmental!

4:44 | Dilly Bar shooters, pizza, perogies, and a shot at Oilers tickets, a new Jeep, and $60k cash: you don't want to miss the Real Talk Golf Classic on Thursday, June 23 at 2pm at The Ranch! Ryan and Johnny tee up our inaugural golf tournament, and share a few highlights they're especially looking forward to. REGISTER YOUR FOURSOME FOR THE REAL TALK GOLF CLASSIC: https://ryanjespersen.com/real-talk-golf-classic 11:33 | Starting the conversation about men's mental health can be hard. MPs Matt Jeneroux (Conservative) and Gord Johns (NDP) share their personal connections to this important cause, and talk about the non-partisan work they're doing together to address rising rates of substance use, domestic violence, and suicide among Canadian men. LEARN MORE: https://www.fathersdayonthehill.ca/ 39:52 | When her husband was diagnosed with ALS and given 6-12 months to live, journalist Kelsie Snow avoided other people's sad stories as a rule. Now, she seeks them out. Ryan connects with the founder, producer, and host of the "Sorry, I'm Sad" podcast to better understand her personal grief journey, what keeps her family laughing amid heartbreak, and what she wants people to know through ALS Awareness Month (and beyond). Don't miss this moving conversation. CHECK OUT KELSIE'S PODCAST: https://www.sorryimsad.com/ SUPPORT #WEAKSIDESTRONG: https://www.weaksidestrong.org/ 1:11:33 | It's 5:00 somewhere. Ryan and John crack a couple cold cans of Adam's Pale Ale in support of the #OneOnAdam campaign. Learn more at https://www.alsab.ca/seachange 1:15:46 | Ryan and John roll out our Question of the Week about summer movies, trips to the theatre, etc. As often happens on the show, talk evolves to the Jespersens' new baby Noah, and how tech is transforming overnight parenting! TAKE OUR QUESTION OF THE WEEK: https://ryanjespersen.com/question-of-the-week

5:56 | How healthy is our Parks system? Kevin Van Tighem, former Superintendent of Banff National Park, brings us up to speed on some of the stories flying under the radar including coal exploration around Alberta's Eastern Slopes. 28:18 | Spirit Island is truly one of Canada's most spectacular spots. In this week's edition of #MyJasper Memories presented by Tourism Jasper, we highlight the best (and only!) way to explore this magical, off-the-beaten path island. Learn more: https://www.jasper.travel/realtalk/ 31:13 | What a treat to welcome Ryan's dad, Dr. Bruce Jespersen, to the Real Talk studio! Ahead of Father's Day, the two discuss the Parkinson's diagnosis that ended Bruce's medical career a few years ahead of schedule, his take on the future of family medicine, and what it's like welcoming another grandchild to the fold! 49:25 | Figure skating's governing body has introduced a minimum age (17) for international competitions. We check in with Olympic gold medalist and World Champion Kaetlyn Osmond to better understand the pressures young skaters face, and how this new policy might affect the sport in the short- and long-term.

2:20 | Leela Aheer wants to lead the United Conservative Party. The UCP MLA announces her leadership campaign on Real Talk, and lays out her vision for Alberta, including fixing the UCP's reputation problem. 32:23 | Kristin Raworth checks in live from France, where she visited Juno Beach on the 78th anniversary of D Day. Kristin shares some of the sights and experiences, including what the locals say about Canadians who landed there on June 6, 1944. 49:45 | This week's edition of The Leading Edge celebrates Outloud St. Albert, a safe inclusive space for LGBTQ2S+ youth. Learn more: https://outloudstalbert.ca/ Check out Leading Edge Physiotherapy: https://leadingedgephysio.com/ 51:55 | In just four games, the Edmonton Oilers dream of a trip to the Stanley Cup Final is done. The Hedge host Andrew Walker shares his top takeaways from the Oilers' run, and what the off-season might look like. Check out The Hedge: https://www.thehedgepod.com/

3:49 | Doug Ford's got an even bigger majority government...but how? Political organizer Jaskaran Singh Sidhu, founder of State Strategy and Baaz digital news network, explains how Ontario's Premier reinvented himself, why voter turnout was so low, and what Ford's victory means for the rest of Canada. Connect with Jaskaran: https://www.statestrategy.ca/ 27:47 | The "bi-weekly" gig didn't last long for Charles Adler on Real Talk, as audience demand forced our hand! Now a *weekly* guest every Monday, the Titan of Talk chimes in on the Ontario election results, and his thoughts on mandatory voting. 41:51 | It's been 78 years since more than 150,000 Canadian, American, and British troops stormed five beaches in France, dubbed "Operation Overlord". Historian and author Don Levers takes us into the "What if" perspective behind his book "Our Father's Footsteps". Check out Don's books: https://donleversbooks.com/ 1:04:26 | In a very personal edition of Positive Reflections presented by Kuby Energy, Ryan shows off a few photos of Noah Orville, the newest addition to the Jespersen clan!

10:26 | BC will decriminalize "hard" drugs - the first province to do so - under a limited exemption from Ottawa. Journalist Andrea Woo joins from Vancouver to paint a picture of how serious the opioid crisis is, what led to BC's initiative, and what politicians and the public are saying about it. Check out Andrea's reporting here: https://www.theglobeandmail.com/canada/article-decriminalize-drugs-british-columbia-canada/ 34:58 | Supermodel, actress, and author Ashley Callingbull became the first Indigenous woman to appear in Sports Illustrated's swimsuit edition earlier this month. The former Mrs. Universe and recently-announced in game host of the Edmonton Elks shares how she rose to stardom despite a tough childhood as an "insecure girl from the reserve". Follow Ashley on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ashleycallingbull/?hl=en 54:52 | This week's edition of #MyJasper Memories presented by Tourism Jasper showcases a couple new ways to enjoy the great outdoors in Jasper National Park: guided trail running and guided yoga hikes! Make your own #MyJasper Memories: https://www.jasper.travel/realtalk/ 58:01 | With his smash hit "Jason Kenney's Hot Boy Summer" entering its "fifth wave" at Grindstone Theatre, three-time World Improv Champion Donovan Workun's riding high! The always-hilarious actor and comic explains how the plot has evolved over the past year to include the Freedom Convoy and the Premier's resignation, and tells us how he's preparing to open for Pete Davidson and Amy Schumer later this summer. Get your tickets for Jason Kenney's Hot Boy Summer: https://www.grindstonetheatre.ca/jasonkenneyhotboysummer

12:25 | Tensions are high between levels of government, as Edmonton's downtown crime rate continues to rise. Mayor Amarjeet Sohi tells Ryan how he's responding to an inflammatory letter from Alberta's Justice Minister Tyler Shandro, and what the city needs to address root causes. Plus, Mayor Sohi tees up Game One of the Western Conference Final between the Oilers and the Avalanche, including whether or not he's proposing a bet with Denver Mayor Michael Hancock. 37:04 | Real Talker Raija-Liisa Schmidt-Teigen checks in live from Damascus, Syria. The humanitarian worker explains why she thinks the world perceives refugees from Syria and Ukraine differently, and shares what many Syrians think about the future of their beloved but war-torn country. Having also lived and worked in Afghanistan, Raija-Liisa comments on the Western world's withdrawal from that country. And, on a completely different note, she explains why she believes the truck driver that caused the Humboldt Broncos bus crash should be able to stay in Canada (based on her own tragic, lived experience). This is an interview you don't want to miss. 1:14:36 | On The Leading Edge this week, the Swimex pool! Find out why so many people living with low back or neck pain are choosing aquatic therapy to help them achieve well-being and a healthy life. The Leading Edge is presented by Leading Edge Physio: Life shouldn't hurt! https://leadingedgephysio.com/

5:17 | Journalist Brandi Morin checks in from Montreal, where she attended the Canadian Association of Journalists' Annual Awards (and met Cypress Hill). Brandi responds to the NY Post and National Post stories characterizing mass graves outside former residential schools as "fake news," and shares about her own fact finding mission over the weekend. Check out Brandi's new podcast documentary on the irreconcilable conflict between the Tsleil-Waututh Nation and the Trans Mountain Pipeline expansion project: https://www.canadaland.com/podcast/784-sea-wolves-oil-snakes/ 42:27 | Is it Justin Trudeau's fault that Jordan Peterson's unvaccinated father couldn't attend a family wedding in California this weekend? Charles Adler brings Canadian Common Sense to his bi-weekly appearance on Real Talk, including commentary on the recent NRA Convention in Houston, and the Supreme Court decision on Canada's "inhumane" and "degrading" parole ineligibility law. 1:23:13 | This week's Positive Reflections presented by Kuby Energy celebrates an anonymous donor and other advocates in Lethbridge, Alberta making life a little bit easier for refugees from Ukraine. Submit your Positive Reflection: [email protected]

Ryan wraps up Real Talk's week with a full-throttle version of Trash Talk, presented by Local Environmental. Submit your Trash Talk: [email protected]

0:00 | Ryan and Johnny riff on last night's Oilers overtime win, wrapping up the Battle of Alberta in just five games. Who's going to paint Calgary Mayor Jyoti Gondek's face blue and orange, they wonder? 5:07 | Real Talker Gillian Essien makes her move from the email inbox to on screen, assessing this week's Conservative Leadership French language debate. A born-and-raised Montrealer now living in Alberta, Gillian offers a great perspective on the significance of what went down Wednesday evening. 20:09 | Strategist Supriya Dwivedi, also a born-and-raised Montrealer, shares what jumped out at her during the French language debate. She and Ryan also touch on the Supreme Court striking down life without parole, the horrific school shooting in Texas, and why nobody's talking about healthcare during Ontario's election season. 42:35 | Two senseless killings in Edmonton's Chinatown district prompted hundreds of people to show up at City Hall this week, demanding more from decision makers. That, combined with an inflammatory letter from Alberta's Justice Minister to Edmonton's Mayor, has contributed to an unusually high-profile and high-stress week for Edmonton's elected representatives. Councillors Sarah Hamilton, Andrew Knack, and Erin Rutherford join Ryan for this week's Real Talk Round Table. 1:12:16 | Per tradition, Ryan wraps up Real Talk's week with a full-throttle version of Trash Talk, presented by Local Environmental. Submit your Trash Talk: [email protected]

4:50 | Real Talker Jest Sidloski takes us through the journey of #RobinWatch22: the joy and heartbreak of the circle of life, happening right under his family's porch camera. 19:49 | What does it mean for Alberta to be "Fuji, not Kodak"? How does hydrogen fit into Canada's clean energy future? Matthew Klippenstein of the Canadian Hydrogen and Fuel Cell Association explains how hydrogen factors into future economic opportunity, including mainstream vehicle trends and more. 37:29 | Ryan gets into the results of our most recent Get Real: Question of the Week presented by Y Station. We asked where your hearts are at through the 2022 Stanley Cup Playoffs - you might be surprised by the results! 42:54 | Chief Billy Morin, elected in 2015 as the youngest Chief in Enoch Cree Nation history, reviews his three terms in office. Chief Morin announced just a few days ago he won't be seeking re-election, so Ryan (obviously) asks what's next, what he's most proud of, how his perspective differs from many other Chiefs across Canada, and more.

1:20 | Ryan begins the show talking about the tragic and infuriating mass shooting at at Robb Elementary School in Uvalde, Texas that claimed the lives of at least 19 children and two teachers. 15:55 | It's been two years since Pamela Jeffery founded The Prosperity Project to address the impact COVID-19 was having on women in Canada. Pamela joins Maureen Lesham, founder of The 482 Collective, to assess The Prosperity Project's impact through its first two years, and the work that remains. Learn more: https://canadianprosperityproject.ca/ and https://www.the482collective.com/ 30:57 | How concerned should we be about Monkeypox? Pediatrician Dr. Daniel Summers explains why he's speaking out against prominent American epidemiologist Dr. Eric Feigl-Ding, and what he's telling his own patients about the viral disease. Follow Dr. Summers on Twitter: https://twitter.com/WFKARS 44:21 | She served as Alberta's Premier from 2015-2019, and she wants the top job again. Alberta NDP leader Rachel Notley talks about her vision for Alberta, including "fixing" healthcare, and addressing Calgary's unemployment, currently the highest of any major city in Canada. Read more about the NDP's plan for Alberta: https://www.albertasfuture.ca/ 1:09:12 | John and Ryan discuss racist and threatening comments sent to Colorado Avalanche star Nazem Kadri and his family. Ryan reads an email from Real Talker "Megan," who wrote to [email protected] 1:18:09 | This week's edition of #MyJasper Memories takes a look at wellness benefits to getting outside. Did you know physicians around the world are starting to prescribe time outdoors? Learn more about "nature deficit disorder," and some of the solutions that await you in Jasper National Park! #MyJasper Memories is presented by Tourism Jasper. Learn more: https://www.jasper.travel/realtalk/

It's the first show back after the May Long weekend, and we've got a lot to catch up on! 3:13 | How do the Flames solve a problem like Connor McDavid? Andrew Walker, host of The Hedge, takes a look at the first three games of the first Battle of Alberta in 31 years, and tees up tonight's Game Four in Edmonton. Check out and subscribe to The Hedge: https://www.thehedgepod.com/ 15:20 | Canada's facing a major labour shortage, and experts say immigration needs to be a big part of the solution. So, what's holding up more than two million applications from people looking to emigrate from countries like Syria, Afghanistan, and Ukraine? International immigration lawyer Viviane Albuquerque shares great insights into the root of the delay, and why it needs to be a top political priority. Connect with Viviane: https://www.mobilitys.ca/ 37:27 | Do you know how much your co-workers make? Do you know how much your friends make? Research shows Generation Z is much more likely to share that information amongst themselves. Should you? Career advisor Julie Bauke gives us some great tips on how to update our perspectives on privacy, salary expectations, and workplace trends. Check out more of Julie's work: https://thebaukegroup.com/ 56:25 | With Premier Jason Kenney's resignation still in the headlines, we break from our "every two weeks" scheduled chat with legendary broadcaster Charles Adler, who joins us live from Las Vegas. The Titan of Talk shares his take on whether on not Kenney will actually leave, and what the United Conservative Party needs to do to earn a second term.

This week's edition of Trash Talk presented by Local Environmental kicks off with a rant about the zipper merge, and picks up steam from there! Submit your Trash Talk: [email protected] Check out Local Environmental: https://localenvironmental.ca/

5:02 | The whip-smart Supriya Dwivedi appears in her regular Friday slot to chime in on Jason Kenney's (quasi) resignation, Pierre Poilievre's interview with Jordan Peterson, and Canadian exceptionalism in the context of another mass shooting in the US. 37:30 | Political commentator Kathleen Smith, strategist (and former Kenney communications director) Blaise Boehmer, and Alberta Party leader Barry Morishita form this week's Real Talk Round Table, taking on The Resignation, the future of the UCP, and what the Alberta Party's got to do to capitalize on this opportunity. 1:25:50 | This week's edition of Trash Talk presented by Local Environmental kicks off with a rant about the zipper merge, and picks up steam from there! Submit your Trash Talk: [email protected] Check out Local Environmental: https://localenvironmental.ca/

1:00 | Ryan shares his initial thoughts just twelve hours after Alberta Premier Jason Kenney announced his resignation following a 51.4% approval in his UCP leadership review. 12:00 | UCP founding president Erika Barootes, former Alberta Deputy Premier Thomas Lukaszuk, and political strategist Melissa Caouette explore what led to Kenney's low score, who might seek the party leadership, and what it means for Albertans. 1:11:38 | Johnny and Ryan break down Game One of the first playoff Battle of Alberta in 31 years, including a memorable moment between agitator Matthew Tkachuk and Evander Kane.

1:34 | Andrew Walker, host of The Hedge, joins Ryan and Johnny to tee up Game One of the Battle of Alberta. Who's the favourite to advance past this series? What's the smart wager? Is it cool that Wayne Gretzky picked the Flames to win? Check out (and subscribe to) The Hedge: https://www.thehedgepod.com/ 30:51 | May Long Weekend marks the kickoff for so many attractions in Jasper, including canoe tours, river rafting, and a wide array of cabins. This week's #MyJasper Memories gets you set for spring and summer in Jasper National Park! Plan your own MyJasper Memories: https://www.jasper.travel/realtalk/ 34:47 | Students protesting a dress code enforcement blitz in Ottawa caught the attention of the nation when video surfaced of a clash with police. Farrah Khan, manager of Consent Comes First at the Office of Sexual Violence Support and Education at Toronto Metropolitan University moves the conversation forward, with great insights on how dress codes police students' bodies and identities. Learn more about Farrah Khan: https://www.farrahkhan.ca/longer-biography Check out Consent Comes First: https://www.ryerson.ca/sexual-violence/

0:20 | Ryan and Johnny kick off the show with an impromptu review of Amazon's new season of Kids in the Hall. 4:00 | A day ahead of the Battle of Alberta - Game One, we take a look at terms of the wager between the Mayors of Calgary and Edmonton. 8:30 | The majority of Albertans think United Conservative Party members need to dump leader Jason Kenney...but will they? Dr. Jared Wesley, political scientist at the University of Alberta, digs into the results of a Viewpoint Alberta survey conducted by Common Ground Politics. Check out the survey results here: https://www.commongroundpolitics.ca/kenneyreview 37:42 | How many Real Talkers believe a reversal of the Roe v. Wade decision would have an impact on abortion access in Canada? Find out, as we review the results of our most recent Get Real: Question of the Week conducted by our research and strategy partners at Y Station. Take this week's Question on the Stanley Cup Playoffs: https://ryanjespersen.com/question-of-the-week 41:08 | Following news of David Milgaard's passing over the weekend, journalist Jana Pruden shares about her two-day experience sitting down with the justice advocate, and the connection they maintained ever since. Read Jana's 2019 feature in The Globe & Mail: https://www.theglobeandmail.com/canada/article-is-it-really-50-years-david-milgaard-on-justice-faith-and-freedom/ 1:16:05 | In this week's edition of The Leading Edge presented by Leading Edge Physio, we learn about technology developed by NASA now being used for Parkinson's patients and post-stroke rehabilitation. Learn more: https://leadingedgephysio.com/

2:20 | It's official: hockey fans get their first Battle of Alberta in 31 years! Ryan and Johnny kick off the show with their thoughts ahead of Game One on Wednesday. 8:39 | Emmy Award-winning talk host Charles Adler makes his bi-weekly appearance on Real Talk, sharing his thoughts on the horrific mass shooting in Buffalo, NY, the Conservative Party's leadership race, Jason Kenney's leadership review, and the legacy of David Milgaard, who passed away over the weekend. 47:02 | Canadians are sending millions of dollars worth of PPE and other emergency equipment to Ukraine via the organization Firefighter Aid Ukraine. We're joined live by Vitalii Hrytsko of Ukraine's State Emergency Service, and Edmonton firefighter Kevin Royle, project director at FAU. Learn more and donate: https://www.firefighteraidukraine.com/ 1:12:14 | This week's edition of Positive Reflections is personal for Ryan, who celebrates his long-time friend Declan - an optimistic, courageous 13 year old who just realized a major, long-time dream! Send us your Positive Reflection: [email protected] Positive Reflections is presented by Kuby Energy. https://kubyenergy.ca/

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2:57 | Ryan starts the show with breaking news, as mourners at slain Al Jazeera journalist Shireen Abu Akleh's funeral are met with violence from Israeli defence forces. Plus, Elon Musk says his $44B Twitter purchase is "on hold": what does that mean moving forward? 11:49 | Veteran Alberta political correspondents Graham Thomson and Catherine Griwkowsky dig into the most important details of Jason Kenney's UCP leadership review, Brian Jean's presence at the Legislature, and a recent opinion from the Alberta Court of Appeal. Read Catherine's work: https://www.politicstoday.news/alberta-today/ Read Graham's work: https://ipolitics.ca/opinions/kenney-takes-a-victory-lap-while-the-race-is-still-underway 38:46 | The stars of The Strategists podcast join for their bi-annual Real Talk Round Table. Zain Velji, Corey Hogan, and Stephen Carter make for a wildly-entertaining (and informative) half hour analyzing the federal Conservative leadership race, Kenney's UCP leadership review, and NDP leader Jagmeet Singh being harassed in Peterborough. See The Strategists live on May 19: https://thestrategists.ca/products/the-strategists-live-in-edmonton 1:15:36 | It's a grass roots political edition of Trash Talk, presented by Local Environmental, fuelled by your emails to [email protected]!

Sometimes, there's a day that demands Real Talk go into overtime. This is one of those days. We cover the stories making headlines, and make sure you know what's going on "off the radar," too. 3:14 | Described as a "cultural phenomenon" related to the war in Ukraine, the Saint Javelin brand has quickly become recognized as a symbol of Ukrainian resistance to the Russian invasion. Ryan talks to founder and CEO Christian Borys just moments after he announced a partnership with the World Ukrainian Congress to fund non-lethal military equipment for Ukraine. Learn more: https://www.saintjavelin.com/ and https://www.ukrainianworldcongress.org/ 14:52 | Is Twitter set to become even nastier if Elon Musk's purchase goes through? Christopher Bouzy, founder of BotSentinel.com, explains the role bots and trolls play in poisoning public dialogue. 32:38 | Speaking of Twitter, our most recent Question of the Week presented by Y Station shows many Real Talkers are cynical (or at least concerned) about the future of the social media platform. Ryan reviews the results of our most recent survey, and tees up the current one (about SCOTUS Roe v. Wade). CHIME IN: https://ryanjespersen.com/question-of-the-week 38:18 | The killing of veteran Palestinian-American journalist Shireen Abu Akleh is described as "deliberate and targeted" by Al Jazeera, the outlet she represented for many years. We review what we know at this point, including reports from journalists who were near Abu Akleh when she was shot, and criticism around "whitewashed" reporting and response from western media outlets and elected representatives. 47:17 | How much do you know about the political maneuvering happening in your own backyard? Ryan connects with Alberta Mayors Cathy Heron, Janet Jabush, and Trina Jones for an update on a potential Alberta Provincial Police Service, EMS in crisis, and changes to the Municipal Government Act. Learn more about work being done by Alberta Municipalities: https://www.abmunis.ca/ 1:27:28 | Inspired by his conversation with the Mayors, Ryan shines light on a very personal Twitter thread from a BC-based family doctor, @drherrling. 1:31:09 | Hours after Conservative Party of Canada leadership candidates squared off in Edmonton, Ryan reviews highlights and themes of the official English language debate. What jumped out at you as you watched Wednesday's showdown? Send us an email: [email protected] 1:41:14 | Federal NDP leader Jagmeet Singh was targeted and harassed by self-identified "Freedom Convoy" supporters during a stop in Peterborough, ON. We take a look at public response to this heinous circumstance, including Mr. Singh's message to the public after the fact.

3:03 | Award-winning photojournalist Leah Hennel takes us into Alberta ICUs, ERs, and COVID wards via the stunning images in her new book, "Alone Together: A Pandemic Photo Essay". Check out more of Leah's work: https://leahhennelphotography.com/ Get your copy of the book: https://bookpublishers.ab.ca/titles/alone-together/ 18:24 | REGISTRATION IS NOW OPEN for our Real Talk Golf Classic on June 23rd at The Ranch! Ryan shares a few details about the big day, which you won't want to miss! REGISTER: https://ryanjespersen.com/real-talk-golf-classic 21:21 | It's been three years since the Chuckegg Wildfire tore through more than 800,000 acres near High Level, AB. Mayor Crystal McAteer and Chief James Ahnassy of the Dene Tha' First Nation look back on May of 2019, and share how their communities have been working together ever since to address the challenges of living in such a remote, rural region. 43:30 | Should we de-extinct animals like the Woolly Mammoth? Should we be concerned insect populations are plummeting? Do mushrooms and mould actually rule the world? Anthropomania podcast hosts Jay Ingram and Niki Wilson look at nature through a human lens, and explain why an "empathetic world view" is so important. Subscribe: https://anthropomania.com/ 1:05:44 | This week's #MyJasper Memories celebrates Jasper local Naji Khouri, whose entire job is to ensure visitors to the region have the best-possible experience. Whether you're looking to chase summits or birdie putts, eat picnics or five-star spreads, or sleep under the stars or in the lap of luxury, Naji's got you covered! Check out more about his story (and amazing options to explore Jasper) here: https://www.jasper.travel/realtalk/

8:18 | National Observer columnist Sandy Garossino says it's time for "an adult conversation about abortion". She lays out exactly what that conversation needs to look like, including the role men need to play. Read Sandy's column here: https://www.nationalobserver.com/2022/05/07/opinion/lets-have-adult-conversation-about-abortion 34:10 | Ryan reviews the results of Monday's unofficial, unscientific Twitter poll on pandemic-related data collected from Canadians' cell phones, and privacy concerns around the common practice. Check out the final poll results: https://twitter.com/ryanjespersen/status/1523665964448899074?s=20&t=uxJhV43esR9uLarsLsk4NA 43:30 | It's one of the most powerful films you'll ever see. Love in the Time of Fentanyl screens at NorthwestFest on Friday, May 13. We catch up with filmmaker Colin Askey, and harm reduction workers Ronnie Grigg and Trey Helten. Get your tickets to see Love in the Time of Fentanyl at NorthwestFest: https://www.northwestfest.ca/films-2022-backend/love-in-the-time-of-fentanyl 1:21:26 | Every Tuesday, we feature innovators and difference makers in The Leading Edge presented by Leading Edge Physio. This week, it's Priority Printing in the spotlight! https://leadingedgephysio.com/

3:59 | Ryan kicks off the week with a couple stories making news over the past couple of days, including Prime Minister Justin Trudeau's surprise trip to Ukraine with Deputy PM Chrystia Freeland and Minister of Foreign Affairs Mélanie Joly. We also take a look at the "BlueDot" story, and ask how you feel about being anonymously tracked to contribute to public health data. 17:04 | Poultry producers across North America are being hammered by Avian Flu, with tens of millions of birds culled, including more than 900,000 in Alberta alone. Lisa Bishop-Spencer of the Chicken Farmers of Canada joins to explain how Avian Influenza is spreading across different provinces, what it means for farmers and consumers, and how controversial culling methods in the US are impacting conversations in Canada. 41:07 | Continuing our conversation around ethics and Agriculture, farming couple Jeff and Coralee Nonay explain what it means to operate a "family farm" these days, including facing criticism from animal rights advocates. Let us know what you think about the issue: [email protected] 1:19:25 | This week's Positive Reflections presented by Kuby Energy highlights a "Take what you need" community pantry initiated by a young guy named Hunter. Plus, we focus on a fundraiser aimed at assisting Ukrainians. Learn more about it here: https://www.gofundme.com/f/yeg4ukraine

Ryan rolls out the best rants of the week, as submitted to [email protected]. Buckle up for another edition of Trash Talk, presented by Local Waste.

4:29 | Supriya Dwivedi breaks down last night's CPC Leadership Debate, highlighting her two key points. Per usual, Supriya pulls no punches in sharing her personal perspective on the SCOTUS Roe v. Wade story, and the impact its having on conversations in Canada. 36:40 | This week's Real Talk Round Table welcomes three of the brilliant professionals featured in Edify's Innovation issue. Dr. Lilly Pang talks about "The Poop Scoop" (using wastewater to glean COVID data), "Mr. Robot" Dr. Joseph Ross Mitchell explains how Artificial Intelligence is improving healthcare, and Dr. Mark Summers talks about "Carbon Burial" - how Alberta is managing its "poison" as renewable energy scales up. Check out Edify's Innovation issue: https://edifyedmonton.com/ Join us on May 11: https://tickets.edifyedmonton.com/innovation-event-2022/ 1:19:13 | Giddy up! Local Environmental presents another rowdy edition of Trash Talk! Submit your Trash Talk: [email protected]

11:02 | Athabasca University Master of Counselling student Karli Jahn just won AU's 3 Minute Thesis (3MT) competition with her research around weight stigma. She joins us to discuss the "pathological" way we view fat, and how stigma affects treatment outcomes in counselling. 32:04 and 58:05 | Ryan reads your emails about Avian Flu and abortion discussions on the show. 39:40 | New York Times best-selling author Angie Thomas takes us into the pages of "Concrete Rose," her follow-up to "The Hate U Give," which sold more than 3.5M copies. Angie talks about kickstarting conversations about racism, challenging her audience with perspectives outside their own, and the most powerful feedback she's ever received from a reader.

6:50 | Could a SCOTUS decision impact abortion access in Canada? Joyce Arthur of the Abortion Rights Coalition of Canada, Meghan Doherty of Action Canada for Sexual Health and Rights, and activist Robyn Schwarz, Ph.D. form a Real Talk Round Table on abortion rights. 39:58 | He brought the world the Ghostbusters theme song, but Ray Parker, Jr.'s career is about way more than that! The legendary singer/songwriter joins filmmaker Fran Strine for a Real Talk exclusive ahead of Opening Night at NorthwestFest. Real Talk is proud to be the presenting sponsor of "Who You Gonna Call?" on Friday, May 6 at 7pm MT at Metro Cinema. TICKETS: https://www.northwestfest.ca/ 57:27 | Where do Real Talkers land on Alberta Premier Jason Kenney's leadership review? We review the results of our most recent Get Real: Question of the Week presented by Y Station. ANSWER THIS WEEK'S QUESTION: https://ryanjespersen.com/question-of-the-week 1:10:13 | Hop on a hog for this week's edition of #MyJasper Memories presented by Tourism Jasper, featuring the award-winning Jasper Motorcycle Tours! MORE: https://www.jasper.travel/realtalk/

2:52 | Ryan opens the show by taking a look at Politico's exclusive report the Supreme Court of the United States has voted to strike down the landmark Roe v. Wade decision. 15:09 | Animal rights advocate and freelance journalist Jessica Scott-Reid gives her take on the Avian Flu outbreaks impacting poultry producers across North America, including the controversial cull of 5.3 million chickens at a facility in Iowa. 37:54 | Conservative MP Eric Duncan and Liberal MP Rob Oliphant share their personal connections to Canada's long-standing blood donation ban, and explain why politicians from virtually all parties support recent steps taken by Canadian Blood Services. But, do discriminatory policies remain in place? 49:45 | In this week's edition of The Leading Edge presented by Leading Edge Physio, we celebrate the business legacy of Unbelts founder Claire Theaker-Brown, who built a sustainable fashion brand offering living wages, stable hours, and upward mobility to employees in China and Canada.

6:07 | The Titan of Talk, Canadian media legend Charles Adler, joins for his bi-weekly appearance on Real Talk. He chimes in on "Woodstock for the Witless," the rally in Ottawa over the weekend, along with Canada lifting its blood ban, the Archbishop of Canterbury's recent apology for residential schools, and Jean Charest's CPC leadership campaign. 37:31 | Canada must do more to ensure people in developing nations have access to COVID-19 vaccines. That's the message Dr. Madhu Pai intended to deliver to the House of Commons Standing Committee on Foreign Affairs and International Development last week. The McGill University professor and Canada Research Chair in Epidemiology and Global Health explains why his message was interrupted, why he thinks Canada hasn't taken international obligations seriously, and what he hopes human beings learn from the past two-plus years. Read Dr. Pai's blog post here: https://microbiologycommunity.nature.com/posts/canada-should-support-vaccine-self-sufficiency 1:02:55 | In a special edition of Positive Reflections presented by Kuby Energy, Ryan checks in with Kaleo Collective founder Layna Haley. Demand is way up for resources for single moms, including their annual "Love You Mama" Mothers Day event. Donate to Kaleo Collective here: https://kaleocollective.ca/

#TrashTalk | Ryan reads a revved up email from a Real Talker about what is really bothering them this week. Presented by Local Environmental.

10:18 | Supriya Dwivedi makes her regular Friday appearance, and digs into her Op/Ed published in the Globe & Mail about Elon Musk, Twitter, and what "free speech" really means. Supriya and Ryan get into Jean Charest's climate plan, Doug Ford's budget ahead of the Ontario election, and how climate change is creating a new age of infectious dangers. 45:14 | Jean Charest goes one-on-one with Ryan as his cross-country Conservative Party leadership campaign continues. The former federal Environment Minister explains how he believes his climate plan maintains credibility despite dropping a consumer tax, details what he'd say to demonstrators arriving in Ottawa this weekend, and takes your questions about the housing crisis, $10/day child care, and legalizing all drugs. 1:13:39 | It's the end of our work week, which means another lively edition of Trash Talk!

Ryan's back in our home studio after a couple days in Jasper, and shares a few highlights from the trip around 1:15:41. 13:13 | Vitor Marciano's been involved in conservative politics across Canada for more than twenty years. The former National Policy Chair for the federal Conservatives is now volunteering as MLA Brian Jean's spokesperson. Vitor takes us behind the scenes of the UCP, and answers some direct questions about Jason Kenney's leadership review, Jean's future with the party, and what it'll take for the provincial Conservatives to win re-election in 2023. 43:25 | In her high school yearbook, Anita Cardinal-Stewart wrote she wanted to be a lawyer when she "grew up". At 17, she finished high school via correspondence, even going into labour while studying for her BIO 30 exams. Her goal of being a lawyer seemed virtually impossible. Cut to present day, she's just earned her Juris Doctor at the University of Alberta, and has been named the inaugural winner of the Justice Abella Award. A fierce advocate of Indigenous survivors of the Sixties Scoop and victims of forced sterilization, Anita shares what motivates her most today, and how her perspective has changed over the years.

2:54 | United Conservative MLA Leela Aheer gives her personal perspective on how government can combat systemic racism, on the heels of Ryan's interview with NDP MLA David Shepherd earlier this week. We get into "calls from inside the house" criticizing Premier Jason Kenney's leadership (in the context of his leadership review), the Brian Jean Factor, Alberta's curriculum review, and Leela's member statement yesterday on Female Genital Mutilation. 25:33 | It's a special edition of #MyJasper Memories live from Jasper, as Ryan checks in with Tahlon Sweenie, Director of Golf Operations at the Fairmont Jasper Park Lodge ahead of opening day at the course - May 7. Book your golf here: https://www.fairmont.com/jasper/golf/the-fairmont-jasper-park-lodge-golf/ #MyJasper Memories is presented by Tourism Jasper. Check out some of the highlights Jasper has to offer here: https://www.jasper.travel/realtalk/ 37:47 | What does Elon Musk's $44B Twitter takeover mean for users of the social media site? What are some of the potential gains and losses, and some of the stories flying under the radar? Are conversations about "free speech" on point, as the public dissects this story? Dr. Aimée Morrison of the University of Waterloo, and social media strategist Beverley Theresa lay it out.

Real Talk is on the road! Ryan hosts from the beautiful Fairmont Jasper Park Lodge in Jasper, AB, where he's speaking at the Community Leaders Camp: https://13waysinc.com/camp/ 5:55 | Doug Griffiths, former Progressive Conservative minister Doug Griffiths, founding CEO of 13 Ways, Inc., talks about the state of present-day conservatism in Alberta, Jason Kenney's leadership review, and 13 pathways to success (the follow-up to Doug's book, "13 Ways To Kill Your Community". https://13waysinc.com/ 28:34 | Why are we ignoring engineers when it comes to COVID mitigation strategies? Matthew Oliver, P.Eng. explains what led to his Twitter thread earlier this week, taking aim at medical doctors and researchers mocking his colleagues working in ventilation and filtration. Thread: https://twitter.com/sameo416/status/1518418260349177856?s=20&t=BXbC3tlPgzBno5qUrC2KkQ 43:14 | Author, economist, and political scientist Chris Blattman takes us into his new book, "Why We Fight: The Roots of War and the Paths to Peace". The University of Chicago professor analyzes what's fuelling Putin's war in Ukraine, how to interrupt the evolution of conflict into war, and why NHL players' birth cities have a correlation to how violent they are on the ice. https://chrisblattman.com/why-we-fight/ 59:26 | In this week's The Leading Edge presented by Leading Edge Physio, we highlight an innovative new program at MacEwan University. The first of its kind in Canada, The Distinguished Visiting Artist in Country Music program aims to launch aspiring performers into a career in country music. https://www.macewan.ca/campus-life/news/2022/04/news-dvacm-launch-22/

4:06 | Ryan and John take a look at Monday's breaking news: Elon Musk's reported $43B purchase of Twitter. Will his (rumoured) ownership of the social media platform impact how (or if) you continue to use it? The conversation continues later in the show at 1:00:51. 9:48 | A proposed Anti-Racism Act (Bill 204) fell at the Alberta Legislature, meaning at least for now, government departments will continue to not track race-based data. We talk to the MLA behind the private members bill, Edmonton-City Centre's David Shepherd, along with Dunia Nur of the African-Canadian Civic Engagement Council. 38:25 | It's a big day for Andrew Walker, as the longtime Canadian sports broadcaster launches his new show The Hedge - https://thehedgepod.com/. We talk to Walks about his move from "mainstream media" to an independent podcast, and the significance of betting and fantasy to today's sports fan. 1:06:40 | This week's Positive Reflections presented by Kuby Energy features a 15-year-old who found thousands of dollars in a stolen safe, and tracked down the rightful owner. Now that's a story that'll restore your faith in humanity! Send us your Positive Reflection: [email protected]

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