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2:53 | Emmy-winning comedian Paul Mecurio gets the show started with a laugh. The two-time COVID sufferer talks about isolating in NYC, and helping his 94-year-old Mom sort through her stuff. See Paul at The Comic Strip April 22 & 23: https://wem.thecomicstrip.ca/ 13:03 | Supriya Dwivedi makes her weekly Friday appearance, tackling Dr. Leslyn Lewis' claim that Bill Gates is undermining Canadian sovereignty, Pierre Poilievre's double standard (?) on Canada's housing crisis, and Edmonton as a model for affordable housing. 41:58 | The Alberta Technology Symposium just wrapped in Calgary, and we welcome two industry leaders to this week's Real Talk Round Table. Koleya Karringten, Executive Director of the Canadian Blockchain Consortium, and Adam O'Brien, CEO of Bitcoin Well, explore Alberta's tech ecosystem, including how to attract new investment and support innovation hubs. 1:13:10 | It's Friday, which means another edition of Trash Talk presented by Local Environmental. Submit your Trash Talk to [email protected]!

4:20 | On the eve of Earth Day, researchers Jared Gonet, Dr. Jeffrey Farner, and Dr. Evan Davies take us into the work they're doing to protect the planet. The conversation covers incorporating Indigenous worldviews with more "western" ideas of conservation, microplastics and nanoplastics in the world's water supply, and computer models informing our understanding of future water demand. 34:20 | A group of engaged citizens continues to fight a proposed solar farm in Edmonton's river valley. Kristine Kowalchuk, chair of the Edmonton River Valley Conservation Coalition, explains why they believe the proposed location is a bad fit, and what she wants the public to do about it. Learn more: https://www.ervcc.com/ 43:39 | Ukraine's defence ministry is using Clearview AI facial recognition to identify Russian soldiers on the battlefield, at checkpoints, and elsewhere. Ethically Aligned AI CEO Katrina Ingram explains why the technology is so controversial, and how it does (or will) impact people around the world.

2:50 | Professional poet and spoken word artist Laureate Wakefield Brewster joins us a week after he was introduced to Calgary City Council as the city's sixth Poet Laureate. He tells us when he first knew he perceived the world as an artist would, what it means to "infiltrate" society, and how he's approaching his two-year term. 27:35 | Blaise Boehmer, former Director of Communications for Alberta Premier Jason Kenney, shares his take on Kenney's leadership review, the Brian Jean factor, record insurance profits in Alberta, the UCP approach to harm reduction, and other political stories making news across the province. 58:38 | In this week's edition of #MyJasper Memories presented by Tourism Jasper, we show off a couple ways you can get high up into the alpine in Jasper National Park. Marmot Basin still offers world class mountain riding until closing day on May 1, and the Jasper SkyTram just opened for the season! Learn more here: https://www.jasper.travel/realtalk/

4:50 | Earlier this month, Megan Wright publicly left what she says was her "dream job" with Leduc Fire Services. In front of Leduc city councillors, she cited allegations of harassment and sexual misconduct throughout her career. Megan joins Ryan to explain what led to her resignation, and how the mental health implications of a career in first response contributed to her experience. 45:20 | In this week's edition of The Leading Edge presented by Leading Edge Physiotherapy, we shine the spotlight on Food for Thought, a family-run non-profit providing hot meals for school children that might otherwise go hungry. Learn more here: https://www.foodforthoughtedmonton.com/ 47:19 | His career as a fashion-turned-nature photographer has earned David Liittschwager accolades around the world. The National Geographic legend tells us why he specifically chose three elusive sea creatures for his stunning new book, "Octopus, Seahorse, Jellyfish". (A warm welcome to our audience members who typically download the Real Talk podcast, but are here to see David's mesmerizing photos!) 1:13:09 | The first show of every week, Kuby Energy presents Positive Reflections. This week, we highlight the remarkable story of Gabriel Clark, a 12-year-old woodworker whose Ukraine fundraiser smashed every goal, skyrocketing him to Instagram fame along the way!

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9:13 | Political analyst (and lawyer and broadcaster) Supriya Dwivedi shares her take on Pierre Poilievre's big Alberta crowds, early campaign positions taken by Jean Charest, Patrick Brown, and Dr. Leslyn Lewis. Plus, lax COVID attitudes and the connection to Ontario's upcoming election, the rumoured federal "truck tax," and Elon Musk's quest to buy Twitter. 38:49 | We celebrate unsung healthcare heroes in this week's Real Talk Round Table. Medical Laboratory Technologists Shawna Gawreluck, Ahmed Mostafa, and Anne Halpin share about their "behind the biohazard doors" profession, and explain the impact COVID's made on the work they do. 1:11:59 | It's Friday, which means time for a (curiously somewhat family-friendly) edition of Trash Talk presented by Local Environmental! Submit your Trash Talk to [email protected]

7:47 | How do you find a therapist that's a good fit? Registered clinical counsellor Megan Jespersen (yes, she's Ryan's sister!) explains how you can tell if you'd benefit from therapy, how to choose the right counsellor, and how to tell if the sessions are effective or not. Megan discusses the evolution of stigma around counselling, the growth of specific specialties (ie - religious trauma), and what "making space" means to her. 40:35 | We're staring down a sixth (!) wave of COVID-19, and everybody's got questions. How contagious is this new subvariant? How necessary is a fourth dose of the vaccine? Should we cancel gatherings for Easter, Passover, or Ramadan? Drs. Lynora Saxinger and Darren Markland take your questions, and share their (very candid) personal thoughts as we enter the third year of the pandemic.

4:36 | Max Fawcett, lead columnist for Canada's National Observer, responds to Ryan's Tuesday interview with David Knight Legg about Canadian energy and Russia's war in Ukraine. The former editor of Alberta Oil magazine digs into Canada's role in lowering global emissions, the politics of international petroleum markets, and the "coal-powered" criticism of electric vehicles (EVs). 34:08 | Beloved former news anchor, talk radio host, and author Lynda Steele joins from Vancouver, where she's just launched a new weekly column at theorca.ca. Lynda shares her thoughts on Canada's skyrocketing cost of living, in particular on the West coast, and gets personal about her parents' journeys with Alzheimer's disease. 1:15:45 | It's Wednesday, which means another visit to the mountains via #MyJasper Memories presented by Tourism Jasper. Get up to speed on some exciting events touching down in Jasper National Park over the next couple weeks, including the Jasper Half Marathon and the Uplift! Jasper Mural Festival. Find more details at jasper.travel/realtalk.

4:23 | David Knight Legg, founding CEO of Invest Alberta, lays out his theory of the "real" reason Vladimir Putin invaded Ukraine. Legg argues Canadian interests need to better assert themselves in the global energy trade. Plus, the former Principal Advisor to Alberta Premier Jason Kenney explains how he would advise Kenney through his current leadership review. 39:26 | He's an Emmy Award winner, an RTDNA Lifetime Achievement Award winner, and one of the most talented talk radio hosts the world has ever seen. The legendary Charles Adler joins Ryan for an extended conversation; his first on-air interview since leaving his nationally-syndicated radio show nearly a year ago. Don't miss Chuck's takes on the war in Ukraine (including how his family's history during WWII shapes his present-day perspective), Kenney's leadership review, the CPC leadership race, and life away from the AM dial.

3:29 | On the heels of Alberta Premier Jason Kenney's address to party members over the weekend in Red Deer, UCP founding president Erika Barootes and political scientist Dr. Duane Bratt debate whether or not Kenney will survive his leadership review, and the implications either way. Plus, we evaluate the early stages of the federal Conservative leadership race. 42:56 | Ryan and producer John Hicks review the weekend's top stories, including how inflation is impacting payouts from the Tooth Fairy, NBA star Jrue Holiday's 8-second shift that earned him $255,000, and Will Smith's ten-year Oscars ban. 56:21 | In this week's edition of Positive Reflections presented by Kuby Energy, we learn why so many Ukrainians are getting married in the midst of a terrible war, and see a truly heart-warming moment in amateur sport. Send us your Positive Reflections! Email us anytime at [email protected]

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28:18 | The federal government's 2022 budget is supposed to help Canadians with the skyrocketing cost of living. Did it? Political strategist Sarah Biggs and economist/journalist Erica Ifill share their takes on the Liberal's fiscal plan. 53:56 | Two years into a pandemic, how do we rebuild, reinvigorate, and reconnect our communities? Puneeta McBryan and Lisa Holmes share their thoughts and experiences, including decentralizing community building, and encouraging and enabling non-traditional leadership. Learn more about the first-ever Community Leaders Camp, April 25-28 in Jasper, AB: https://13waysinc.com/camp/ 1:19:55 | Buckle up for another lively edition of Trash Talk, presented by Local Environmental!

3:22 | Ryan shares his thoughts on Real Talk's recent break, including details on the work being done behind the scenes to address the events of March 17 and 18. 21:58 | Journalist Brandi Morin, just back from the Vatican, shares her observations around Pope Francis' apology for the Catholic Church's role in residential schools, and what it means for Reconciliation in Canada.

I didn't stand up for what is right today. I'm going to do better in the future.

#TrashTalk | It's Friday, so brace for another rowdy edition of Trash Talk presented by Local Environmental!

2:18 | Ryan and Sarah follow up on Thursday's debate. 19:42 | Dalhousie University professor Dr. David Black tees up sports angles on Russia's attack on Ukraine. Are international sports sanctions effective in impacting foreign policy? Should Russian athletes be held accountable by fans for past support of Vladimir Putin? How much courage are Russian athletes showing, speaking out against Putin's war? 41:32 | National political columnists Supriya Dwivedi and Brian Lilley form this week's Real Talk Round Table. On the docket: Canada's involvement in Ukraine, the CPC leadership race, and personal and policy approaches to this stage of the pandemic. 1:17:50 | Plus, it's Friday, so brace for another rowdy edition of Trash Talk presented by Local Environmental!

12:20 | Registered psychologist Dr. Angela Grace and curriculum experts Dr. Carla Peck and Dr. Dwayne Donald discuss the Alberta government increased funding for charter schools and delaying new math and English curriculums for Grades 4-6 until next year, while moving ahead with the updated curriculum for students in kindergarten to Grade 3 starting September 2022. 49:59 | Author of All Made Up: The Power and Pitfalls of Beauty Culture, from Cleopatra to Kim Kardashian, Rae Nudson unpacks the backlash against Kim Kardashian's "work hard" business advice for women. 59:38 | Things get heated! Jespo and Hoyles go toe-to-toe on issues that matter to them including social media celebrities and what responsibilities they, if any, do and don't have.

1:55 | Ryan unpacks Brian Jean's landslide win in the Fort McMurray-Lac La Biche byelection, with 63% of the vote. 15:39 | Associate Professor of Law at the University of Alberta, Dr. Ubaka Ogbogu on facing ongoing harassment and threats after Alberta's Premier singled him out calling him "deranged" and a "NDP law professor" on social media. He details if he's going to take legal action against Jason Kenney. 40:32 | #MyJasper Memories | Ryan offers a round-up of activities and places in Jasper National Park, including: the new wilderness-inspired accommodation, the Forest Park Hotel, a ski for free deal, and the only gay ski week in the Canadian Rockies, Jasper Pride. Presented by Tourism Jasper. 43:34 | Energy journalist Markham Hislop on the rapid adoption of renewable energy around the world and global automakers shifting to electric, without Alberta's government keeping pace with the trends. 1:01:53 | Newly elected Brian Jean shares about easily winning the Fort McMurray-Lac La Biche byelection on Tuesday night and his focus to have Kenney removed as leader of the United Conservative Party.

2:29 | Canada’s Ambassador to the United Nations Bob Rae discusses the nation's role on the world stage and how our country can and should deal with Russia's aggression towards Ukraine. 27:43 | Edmonton-based photographer Dale MacMillan joins us live from Poland where he's working with the humanitarian group, Medair, to help refugees from Russia-invaded Ukraine. 43:43 | Criminal defense lawyer Kyla Lee on the trucker involved in the deadly Humboldt Broncos' bus crash, Jaskirat Sidhu, and the rejection of his bid to stay in Canada after completing his sentence. 1:07:57 | #TheLeadingEdge | Ryan shares about Pride Tape, the rainbow-coloured athletic tape designed to show support for LGBTQ players and inclusion through sport. Presented by Leading Edge Physiotherapy.

4:04 | Calgary Beltline resident Meaghan Walsh on weekly “freedom” demonstrations taking over 17th Avenue in south-central Calgary on Saturday afternoons, why counter-protestors are starting to show up, and the local police's uneven response to the different sides. 18:15 | Computer scientist Dr. Ryan Henry on the establishment of the National Cybersecurity Consortium, and the need for it as cyber warfare is being waged by Russia, and other actors. 47:56 | Rural Alberta physician Dr. Brad Martin shares about becoming quite the grump during the pandemic and how he found a way passed it with the help of his family and Real Talk. 61:10 |#QuestionoftheWeek | Ryan reviews Real Talkers' takes on the most recent survey about current affairs, including International Women's Day, Russia invading Ukraine, and Alberta removing the gas tax. Presented by Y Station. #PositiveReflections | A look at the positive side of life. Presented by Kuby Energy.

4:25 | Ryan and the team discuss a new poll on the Conservative leadership race. It found Pierre Poilievre is the favourite amongst Conservative voters to lead the federal party. 11:06 | Dr. Andy Knight on what the Coutts border blockade, January 6th insurrection, and Russia's invasion of Ukraine indicates there is a new world order in the making. 40:26 | #RealTalkRoundTable | Economist Dr. Kent Fellows and journalist Tim Querengesser discuss high oil prices and their impacts on Canadians' bottom-lines, Alberta government's coffers, and the auto industry. #TrashTalk | Ryan let's it rip on Real Talker emails about what's pissing 'em off this week. Presented by Local Environmental.

#TrashTalk | Ryan lets it rip on Real Talker emails about what's pissing 'em off this week. Presented by Local Environmental.

4:54 | Ryan and editorial producer Sarah Hoyles discuss Canada Border Services Agency rejecting trucker driver Jaskirat Singh Sidhu's bid to stay in Canada after serving his sentence for his involvement in crash that killed 16 members of the Humboldt Broncos hockey team. 20:10 | Dr. David Novog explains what is at stake as Russian forces take control of nuclear power plants in Ukraine and what it means for the safety of the invaded country, the region, and global community. 38:31 | Conservative commentator Tasha Kheiriddin on the expanding federal leadership race, why she's endorsing Jean Charest, and what the future could hold for the Party.

2:30 | Ryan ponders what the new Saturday morning call-in radio show featuring the Alberta Premier will sound like, who is paying for it, and how it will be used to further Jason Kenney's leadership. 15:01 | McMaster University economist Dr. Adam Lavecchia explains what The Bank of Canada interest rate increase means for Canadians' every day lives and expenses. 33:15 | Question of the Week | Ryan reviews Real Talkers thoughts about Russia's invasion of the sovereign country, Ukraine. 39:49 | Science journalist David McRaney shares about his investigation of why some people never change their minds while others do in an instant. #MyJasper Memories | Ryan announces murals are coming to Jasper for the first-ever UpLift! Jasper Mural Festival. Street artists from across Canada will be in the mountain town on April 23-May 8, 2022 adding some colour and style to many of Jasper's walls, alleyways, and buildings. Plus, Ryan shares a Real Talker's story about misadventure while hiking in the National Park. Presented by Tourism Jasper

2:17 | Ryan and Sarah review the news headlines including Alberta's Premier Jason Kenney having a block party on Twitter where he stopped many Albertans from accessing his account. 11:50 | Wilfrid Laurier University's Dr. Izabela Steflja on how war affects women from the battlefield to the home front, and their ability to commit war crimes. 32:46 | #TheLeadingEdge | The first centre of its kind in Canada, The Zebra Centre, supports kids who have experienced abuse, using a continuum of multi-disciplinary resources. Presented by Leading Edge Physio. 34:45 | An International Women's Day discussion about what defines womanhood, with transgender advocate Marni Panas, breast cancer survivor Christina Belding, and childless woman expert Melanie Notkin.

11:58 | McGill University political scientist, Dr. Aaron Erlich on the disinformation campaigns waged by Russia to control its citizens and reinforce the illegal invasion of Ukraine. 39:36 | The creator of Little Mosque on the Prairie and author of the new book, Jameela Green Ruins Everything, Zarqa Nawaz discusses how the "freedom convoy", and now Putin, are making Muslims look good. 1:17:50 | #PositiveReflections | Ryan shares about kind acts in the world to get the week started on a lighter note. Presented by Kuby Energy.

#TrashTalk | Ryan unleashes the wrath of Real Talkers who have written in to share what's ticking them off this week. Presented by Local Environmental.

6:46 | Ryan chimes in on Jason Kenney dragging the Office of the Premier through the mud by attacking Albertans on social media. 16:27 | The Canada Research Chair in Climate Change and Health Dr. Sherilee Harper shares about contributing to the new UN report on Climate Change and the stark warnings it contains. 41:48 | A discussion about how to talk to kids about war and other important but challenging topics. Ryan is joined by psychologists Dr. Jacqueline P. Leighton, Dr. Lynette Shultz, and Dr. Elsie Lobo. 1:23:53 | #TrashTalk | Ryan unleashes the wrath of Real Talkers who have written in to share what's ticking them off this week. Presented by Local Environmental. Plus, a special goodbye to technical producer, Sam Brooks, as he's moving on from Real Talk.

4:02 | Activist Bashir Mohamed and first-term Edmonton city councilor Michael Janz discuss being on an alleged list of critics kept by local police and what it means for anyone who may question law enforcement in Alberta's capital city. The Edmonton Police Service declined to be interviewed and the Edmonton Police Association has not responded to our requests. 32:37 | #QuestionoftheWeek | Ryan reviews the results from our latest survey, focusing on "freedom" convoys and illegal occupations across Canada. Presented by Y Station. 36:35 | A conversation about eat, sleep, and exercise, how each affects one another, and overall health. Ryan welcomed sleep scientist Dr. Jonathan Charest, registered dietitian Heather Reid, and personal trainer Graham Doody.

7:40 | A review of the latest news, including the 169 potential graves uncovered at the former site of St. Bernard’s Indian Residential School, 370 kilometres northwest of Edmonton. Plus, the Alberta government's cabinet shuffle and plans to unilaterally amend the Municipal Government Act to prevent municipalities like Edmonton from implementing their own health measures including a mask mandate. 19:45 | Ukrainian Canadian Congress' Orysia Boychuk and Ukrainian National Federation president Jurij Klufas on the invasion of Ukraine by Russia, Canada's response, and how Ukrainian Canadians are coping. 42:42 | Captain Coby, aka Coby Perry, shares about building a massive following online for speaking his mind about the “Freedom” Convoy, Coutts blockade and other current events, on TikTok and other social media platforms. 1:12:35 | #MyJasper Memories | No surprise here...Jasper is one of Top 30 national parks in the world, according to Outside Magazine. The Real Talk team remsninnce about some of their favourite spots in Jasper National Park. Presented by Tourism Jasper.

2:13 | Former Canadian diplomat Chris Alexander on evolving situation in Ukraine as Russia continues to attack, and what Canada can and should do to support Ukrainians. 16:51 | Maclean’s Magazine's Editor-at-Large, Scott Gilmore discusses if sanctions are really enough to thwart Russian aggression and how real Putin's nuclear threat is. 41:55 | A round table on Alberta, oil, and how involved Russia money and industry are, with Macdonald-Laurier Institute policy analyst Melissa Mbarki, National Observer columnist Max Fawcett, and Energy policy analyst David Yager. 1:21:27 | Ryan announces the Email of the Month with the winner receiving a Real Talk official studio mug.

3:59 | Ryan and editorial producer Sarah Hoyles get us up-to-date on the situation in Ukraine as Russia continues to violently invade the sovereign state and threaten the use of nuclear weapons, while half a million people flee the country, and the global community continues to respond with sanctions. 38:11 | A conversation about a former child soldier suffering from PTSD, Latjor Tuel, who was fatally shot by Calgary police on February 19, 2022. We're joined by Calgary African Community Collective's Dr. Charles Odame-Ankrah, plus the Dallaire Institute's executive director Dr. Shelly Whitman, and former child soldier John Kon Kelei from South Sudan. 1:24:56 | #PositiveReflections | Ryan shares hopeful sentiments from Real Talkers to help lighten your day and start your week on a positive note. Presented by Kuby Energy.

Ryan reads what's ticking Real Talkers off this week. Presented by Local Environmental.

1:33 | Vice chair and a senior advisor at Eurasia Group Gerald Butts, who served as the Principal Secretary to Prime Minister Justin Trudeau, discusses Canadian politics, the Emergencies Act, and Russia invading Ukraine. 16:11 | Federal Minister of Tourism, Randy Boissonnault addresses Canada's response to Russia's unprovoked attack on Ukraine, the impact of COVID on tourism and the Canadian economy, plus the upcoming federal budget. 33:34 | The Globe & Mail journalist Kelly Cryderman and political columnist Graham Thomson analyze the new Alberta budget, the undeniable influence the price of oil has had on it, and what it could mean for Jason Kenney's upcoming leadership review. 1:24:33 | #RealTalkRoundTable on the power of conspiracy theories with the author of Republic of Lies Anna Merlan, investigative journalist Justin Ling, and Sue Muncaster whose brother is a conspiracy theorist. #TrashTalk | Ryan reads what's ticking Real Talkers off this week. Presented by Local Environmental

2:00 | With the unfolding crisis in Ukraine, Ryan reviews what's happening with the Russian invasion and how the world is responding to the unprovoked military attack. 15:03 | Schulich School of Law Dr. Wayne MacKay and University of Ottawa Dr. Nomi Claire Lazar discuss the Emergencies Act being invoked on February 14, the dropping of it 10 days later, and the precedents set. 40:20 | Musician Ayla Brook on releasing an album just days before the pandemic, how he and his band, Ayla Brook & The Sound Men, have adapted, and the new mini-documentary film all about it. 49:52 | Mental health advocate Victoria Maxwell shares her personal journey through a bipolar disorder diagnosis, how humour and humility helped her comes to terms with her condition, and encouraging others do the same.

12:06 | University of Toronto Political Science professor Dr. Aurel Braun and director of the Contemporary Ukraine Studies Program at the University of Alberta, Dr. Volodymyr Kravchenko discuss Russia's aggression towards Ukraine and how the West, including Canada, is responding. 39:38 | #MyJasper Memories | Ryan gives everyone a two-month head start to train for the Jasper Half Marathon on April 23. Runners can register for the 10k or 5k race, or Family Fun Run, all through the UNESCO World Heritage Site. 42:38 | Alykhan Sumar shares why he left his job as a business analyst to become a doula—making him Western Canada’s first and only cisgendered male doula.

4:21 | YWCA of Edmonton's CEO Katherine O’Neill, lawyer Harman Kandola, and crisis management specialist Jenny Adams chat about Canadian politics, the recent passing of the Emergencies Act, and the Conservative leadership race. 34:16 | Ryan reviews the results from the most recent Question of the Week about the federal Conservative party and where it's headed after Erin O'Toole was booted. Presented by Y Station. 38:02 | UC Berkeley bioethicist Dr. Jodi Halpern explains how serious health issues and losses, including COVID, can impact a person and their loved ones, and how best to cope. 1:15:41 | #PositiveReflections | Ryan shares a variety of Real Talker messages about the lighter side of life. Presented by Kuby Energy.

13:24 | Political analyst Supriya Dwivedi and National Post columnist Tristin Hopper on Canadian politics from the federal government invoking the Emergency Act, to the Conservative Party's leadership race, and beyond. 47:52 | A roundtable on short and long-term sobriety from alcohol, including the benefits and challenges, with Canadian Centre on Substance Use and Addiction's Dr. Bryce Barker, recovery coach Michael Walsh, and Mitzi Lyne who is five years sober. 1:22:23 | #MyJasper Memories | Ryan sinks his teeth into the Devour! The Food Film Fest (March 11-13, 2022)—a celebration of food & wine, and cinema! Presented by Tourism Jasper.

8:17 | Born and raised Albertan Natasha Kornak currently living in Ottawa, shares how unsafe she's felt during the occupation of nation's capital by "Freedom" demonstrators over the last few weeks. 20:53 | Registered Provisional Psychologist Salvatore Durante on issues surrounding censorship and how the decision to censor or ban information can result in the loss of knowledge. 49:50 | Award-winning filmmaker Nadine Pequeneza talks about her new documentary film, Last of the Right Whales, telling the story of North Atlantic Right Whales who are nearing extinction thanks to humans. 1:09:52 | #QuestionoftheWeek | Ryan reviews Real Talkers input on Alberta removing COVID health protections recently. Presented by Y Station.

2:20 | Emma Jackson on helping to organize the counter-demonstration to the "Freedom" convoy in Edmonton on Saturday (February 12) where she was told by police that she could be charged under Bill 1, the Critical Infrastructure Defence Act. 17:55 | Students Against Kenney organizers, Sam Clark, Toby Maltais, and Lauren Bayne on planning a province-wide school walk out this afternoon, to show their support for mask mandates in schools to keep students and teachers safe. 49:11 | Behavioural scientist Dr. Michelle Drouin on technology, relationships, couples, and sexuality. Her new book is OUT OF TOUCH: How to Survive an Intimacy Famine, is available now. 1:18:31 | #PositiveReflections | Ryan shares about the lighter side of life with an email from a Real Talker. Presented by Kuby Energy.

Ryan let's 'er rip on emails from Real Talkers on what's ticking 'em off. Presented by Local Environmental

17:35 | University of Waterloo's Dr. Jim Bookbinder on supply chain issues and how the current border blockades across Canada are tightening bottlenecks. 32:36 | Question of the Week | Ryan reviews Real Talkers thoughts on the ongoing "freedom" convoys across Canada. Presented by Y Station. 37:54 | Descendants of Black settlements in early Canada, Steven Cook, Shannon Prince, and Junetta Jamerson discuss their family heritage, the discrimination their ancestors faced in both the US and Canada, and how racism is seeing a resurgence. 1:38:34 | #TrashTalk | Ryan let's 'er rip on emails from Real Talkers on what's ticking 'em off. Presented by Local Environmental

17:23 | The Calgary Chamber of Commerce's Deborah Yedlin voices concerns around the Alberta government's Road Map out of the Pandemic, including the immediate removal of the Restrictions Exemption program (REP)—moves that likely won't boost consumer confidence or the economy. 32:29 | Ryan calls out the contradictions and intolerance of Premier Jason Kenney likening anti-vaxxers to people living with HIV/AIDS. 43:05 | #MyJasper Memories | Love is in the mountain air as both Ryan and Sam share about their families spent time in Jasper National Park over the weekend. 50:51 | The author of the new best-selling book, How Dogs Make Us Better Humans, Bea Bohm-Meyer shares about writing the book and what our furry, four-legged companion animals have to teach us. 1:14:18 | The Real Team discusses the occupation of the nation's capital and several border crossings and what can and should be done about it. 1:36:31 | #PositiveReflections | Ryan looks at the lighter side of life with Real Talkers' emails. Presented by Kuby Energy.

Ryan reads revved up emails from Real Talkers (and himself) about what is really ticking them off this week. Presented by Local Environmental.

9:50 | Ryan and team discuss the plans of Alberta's Premier to drop health precautions and the Restrictions Exemption Program (REP) in the coming week. 18:54 | Emma May shares about launching a GoFundMe campaign "Canadians Care About Our Health Workers" to show gratitude and support for the doctors, nurses, and other health care providers who tirelessly show up for patients during the on-going pandemic. 41:41 | A candid conversation about eating disorders on our Real Talk Round Table with Logan Locke, Raffela Mancuso, and Karly Watson. Each share about their lived experience with eating disorders, and how the condition can impact people of any gender, race, weight, and age. 1:50:56 | #TrashTalk | Ryan reads revved up emails from Real Talkers (and himself) about what is really ticking them off this week. Presented by Local Environmental https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DV-uX-Ikpxk

2:07 | City of Edmonton Mayor Amarjeet Sohi reflects on his 100 days in office, the challenges he's faced and what his team is working on, including the potential need to address the Province cancelling the Restrictions Exemption Program (REP). 20:12 | City of Calgary Mayor Dr. Jyoti Gondek discusses the deal between the City of Calgary and the Calgary Sports and Entertainment Corporation falling through, declaring a climate emergency, her major concerns around Sean Chu remaining on City Council, protests outside her home and at the Coutts border crossing—all in her first 100 days in the mayor's chair. 47:00 | Fashion psychologist Dr. Dawnn Karen discusses the representation of Black people in and by the fashion industry, as beauty standards tend to be eurocentric.

11:44 | Former Conservative MP Joan Crockatt, public policy expert Melissa Caouette, and National Observer columnist Max Fawcett discuss the reasons for the Conservative Party calling a leadership vote on Erin O'Toole today and what the possible outcomes could be. 47:32 | Dr. Manali Mukherjee shares about not only researching Long COVID but also living with it. She's joined by Tara Madden, who was recently been assessed with the condition, to talk about the symptoms, impacts on sufferers' lives, and where to find hope. 1:22:25 | #MyJasper Memories | Ryan gives a "heads-up" that Valentine's Day is a little more than a week away with suggestions for romantic getaways only possible in Jasper National Park. Presented by Jasper Tourism.

4:14 | Ryan and the team get into the news of the day including the NFL star Tom Brady announcing his retirement and the continuing Canada/US border blockade in Coutts, Alta. 17:32 | Moms Stop the Harm's Kym Porter and their lawyer Avnish Nanda on Alberta’s top court keeping the provincial policy that personal ID must be shown to get into supervised consumption sites, the lives it will cost, and how the Canadian government could intervene. 42:38 | Mental health advocate Amber Cannon on her interactions with Calgary Police while in mental health crisis and how new diversion pilot program could positively and negatively impact vulnerable Calgarians. 1:14:10 | #QuestionoftheWeek | Ryan reviews Real Talkers input on the most recent survey—this one all about sleep, how many Zzzzz are needed, and if naps are part of the equation. Presented by Y Station.

3:19 | Ryan recaps the first annual Real Talk Pond Hockey Classic which raised $50,000 and also included the saving of a life. Registered nurse Noelle Appleby explains how some quick thinking and CPR skills helped keep one of the tournament's participants alive after they collapsed on the ice. 23:32 | Ryan reviews what happened over the weekend across the country as "Freedom Convoys" wreaked havoc on Parliament Hill, cities across Canada, and at the border crossing in southern Alberta. 41:19 | Calls for help during a mental health crisis are now being diverted away from police in Toronto, Calgary, and Red Deer. Ryan finds out how and why from Toronto's Manager of Policing Reform Mohammed Shuriye, Superintendent Asif Rashid with Calgary Police, and the City of Red Deer's Jeremy Bouw. 1:11:56 | #PositiveReflections | Ryan visits with Big Brothers Big Sisters' Danisha Bhaloo-Shivji and a Big Brother mentor, Aaron Hoyland about the value mentorship can bring to children and adults alike. Presented by Kuby Energy.

Ryan gets into it with emails for Real Talkers about what's bugging them—politics or otherwise. Presented by Local Environmental.