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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.

Epidemiologist Dr. Raywat Deonandan talks vaccines and kids as Pfizer-BioNTech vaccine is approved for Canadians 12 years of age and older. Innovation roundtable with Innovate Edmonton's CEO, Catherine Warren, emergency room physician and co-founder of MACH32, Dr. Marc Curial plus the head of the Sprout Fund and chair of the Threshold Impact Venture Mentoring Service at the U of A, Kristina Milke. Mount Royal University Professor Mark Ayyash and Canada Palestine Cultural Association's Mousa Qasqas share a glimpse of the Palestinian experience during the rising violence in Gaza. Plus, it's Friday, so buckle up for another ruckus edition of Trash Talk presented by Local Waste! 17:33 - Dr. Raywat Deonandan 36:48 - Innovation Real Talk Round Table 1:38:55 - Palestinian experience 2:21:43 - Trash Talk

Ryan discusses the early morning resignation of the United Conservative Party caucus chair, Todd Loewen. The MLA for the Central Peace Notley region says he has no intention of leaving the party but wants to see Kenney step down as the party's leader. A panel on the impact of food production on animals, land, water and consumers, with Animal Advocate Jessica Scott-Reid, Sangudo Custom Meats' Jeff Senger, and the Canada Research Chair in Global Environmental Change and Food Security at the University of British Columbia, Navin Ramankutty. Exploring the morality of hunting with the author of Value, Morality, and Wilderness, Dr. Joshua Duclos, hunting restaurateur Darren Cheverie and hunting enthusiast Eireann Rochefort. 22:22 - Ethics of food panel 1:21:14 - Ethics of hunting panel

Intensive Care Doctor Darren Markland shares how his role as a physician has changed since the start of COVID and how it's impacted his personal views. He's featured in the May 2021 Edify’s Innovator issue. Philip Turnbull digs into the Alberta government's Kananaskis Conservation Pass—going into effect on June 1, 2021. The Alberta Parks Advocate sees some value in the user fees but flags a real lack of details on how the generated funds will actually be used. Filmmaker Daniel Lombroso discusses his debut film, WHITE NOISE, and why he felt compelled to document and detail the alt-right movement. 11:45 - Dr. Darren Markland 1:02:36 - Philip Turnbull 1:39:24 - WHITE NOISE with Daniel Lombroso

Unpacking what Bill C-10 is and how changes to the Broadcasting Act could impact Canadians, with Communication Studies professor at Carleton University, Dwayne Winseck. Dr. Shelly Russell-Mayhew addresses the open letter she and her 9-person team from Body Image Lab at University of Calgary wrote concerning the draft Physical Education and Wellness Kindergarten to Grade 6 Curriculum. They caution the proposed education guiding document offers a simplistic view of wellness that may harm children’s relationships with their bodies. The state of public transit across Canada with journalist and author of "Do Androids Dream of Electric Cars? Public Transit in the Age of Google, Uber, and Elon Musk", James Wilt. 16:14 - Dwayne Winseck 45:15 - Dr. Shelly Russell-Mayhew 1:12:31 - James Wilt

Independent Senator from Alberta, Paula Simons and Edmonton Riverbend Member of Parliament, Matt Jeneroux share how they're figuring out how to collaborate on sponsoring the Compassionate Bereavement Bill. Merogenomics' Dr. Mikolaj Raszek talks about mapping DNA and how genomic sequencing can impact medicine, insurance and governments. Not Alberta's premier, Jason Kenney, explains how having the Twitter handle @jasonkenney has him being mistaken for the UCP leader and included in political discourse far away from his home in Virginia, US. 14:20 - Senator Paula Simons & MP Matt Jeneroux 59:58 - Dr. Mikolaj Raszek 1:38:05 - Jason Kenney 2:29:10 - Positive Reflections

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.

Doctors Without Border's Executive Director, Joe Belliveau shares about supporting India’s response to the pandemic, where COVID-19 infections have surged past 21 million. An exploration of digital wellness with Mental Health Research Canada Director, Kerilee Snatenchuk, Digital Wellness Expert, Nina Hersher and Momentum Walk In Counselling's Angela Ross. 13:06 - India COVID response 39:28 - Digital Wellness Real Talk Round Table 2:06:18 - Trash Talk

Physicians Dr. Naheed Dosani, Dr. Monika Dutt, Dr. Hakique Virani discuss how the 14 months of the coronavirus pandemic can inform how to move forward. Vinyl Nation filmmakers, Kevin Smokler and Christopher Boone share about the revival of vinyl captured in their 92-minute documentary. It one of the 80 films screening online as part of NorthWest Film Festival (May 6-16). Federal Minister of Small Business, Export Promotion, and International Trade, Honourable Mary Ng, discusses how the federal budget could fight COVID-19, support jobs and growth, and invest in a sustainable economic recovery. A Calgary-based physician has taken to Twitter to highlight Albertans doing good during the pandemic. Dr. Fiona Mattatall explains why she took to the social media to celebrate the helpers during COVID-19. 15:22 - COVID-19 lessons shared by physicians 42:54 - Vinyl Nation filmmakers 1:23:40 - Hon. Mary Ng 1:44:09 - Dr. Fiona Mattatall

Slate copy editor, Nitish Pahwa takes stock of the pandemic crisis amid India's political backdrop and if it will turn Indian voters away from populist prime minister, Narendra Modi. Albert Nobbs shares why he's taken up sidewalk chalk to call for action by the provincial government on COVID-19, including drawing more than 2000 stars at the Alberta legislature, for the residents who have died from the virus to date. Dr. Bukola Salami addresses her research on immigrant health and how it highlights the systemic racism Black people experience when accessing medical care in Canada. Indigenous Bar Association president's Drew Lafond unpacks the Indigenous legal community's call for the Supreme Court of Canada to reserve a permanent spot for an Indigenous judge. 12:24 - Nitish Pahwa 54:18 - Alberta Nobbs 1:19:17 - Dr. Bukola Salami 1:44:26 - Drew Lafond

Re-focusing the conversation of violence against women on the perpetrators...mostly men. Gender violence expert, Jackson Katz, and Rowan House board chairperson, Danelle Mirdoch discuss how to address gender-based violence with the onus on the people who perpetrate it. Former head of sustainability at the world’s biggest asset manager, Blackrock, Tariq Fancy, shares why he's skeptical of sustainable investing and sees it as PR 12:35 - Jackson Katz & Danelle Mirdoch 1:11:36 - Tariq Fancy

Albertans are angry, disappointed and disheartened with the lack of enforcement at the "No More Lockdowns Rodeo" in Bowden, AB over the weekend and Premier Kenney's suspension of the spring session of the legislative assembly. Ryan channels public opinion. Rachel Notley, the leader of Alberta's NDP and the provincial Official Opposition, expresses concerns around the poor response and numerous missed opportunities to address COVID-19 by the provincial government. Alberta Live Events Coalition's Caitlin McElhone shares about providing event safety guidance to the "No More Lockdowns Rodeo" which was ignored. The Alberta Live Events Coalition advocates for event professionals to produce live events in a safe manner during the pandemic while contributing to the economy. 59:03 - Alberta Opposition Leader Rachel Notley 1:42:13 - Caitlin McElhone 2:16:58 - Positive Reflections

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.

The Canadian icon, Ed the Sock, talks about the lack of support for Canadian musicians since the demise of Much Music and the need for his new online platform, NewMusicNation. Determined to fill vaccine spots Sarah Mackey and Janaya Matheson explain how they're helping Albertans navigate the vaccine booking system in province with Vax Hunter AB. Encouraging Canadians to get vaccinated, This is Our Shot, notable Canadians are helping to get the word out including Olympic Athlete Clara Hughes , Investor & Author Arlene Dickinson, and Pediatric Infectious Disease physician Dr. Cora Constantinescu. Plus, it's Friday, so fasten your seatbelt for another wild edition of Trash Talk, presented by Local Waste! 5:58 - Ed the Sock 24:38 - Vax Hunter AB panel 39:14 - This is Our Shot Real Talk Round Table 1:51:24 - Trash Talk

Unpacking how politics impact the response to COVID-19 across Canada and beyond, with political pundit Supriya Dwivedi. Why the pandemic is making the Canadian real estate rev up and what to expect in the coming months, from the Director of the Centre for Urban Economics and Real Estate at University of British Columbia, Dr. Thomas Davidoff. 10:26 - Supriya Dwivedi 1:08:44 - Dr. Thomas Davidoff

Urban planner, Brent Toderian and University of Calgary researcher Dr. Yeonjung Lee explain how Canadian cities are built can negatively impact the aging population. Education expert Carla Peck shares about the need for the new Alberta Curriculum Analysis. The non-partisan, research-based website provides a scholarly evaluation of the proposed Alberta’s Kindergarten to grade 12 curriculum. Funeral director and embalmer, Jeremy Allen, explains how he helps people to learn to live with grief via Death Ed workshops. Chief Allan Adam from Athabasca Chipewyan First Nations speaks about the call by 11 First Nation and Métis Nations in Northern Alberta for the Kenney government to take action and address COVID-19 immediately. 9:42 - Brent Toderian & Dr. Yeonjung Lee 41:13 - Dr. Carla Peck 1:07:59 - Jeremy Allen 1:35:22 - Chief Alan Adam

Black Teachers' Association of Alberta’s Andrew Parker addresses the April 16, 2021 race-based attack on 14-year-old Black Rosslyn School student, Pazo. Andrew challenges the city, schools and whole community to push for frank discussions about racism and authentic representation of BIPOC. Moms Stop The Harm’s Petra Schulz and opioid expert Dr. Elaine Hyshka, outline the dire outcomes that may result from the permanent closure of a supervised consumption site in downtown Edmonton amid surging drug addiction. Mayor for the Regional Municipality of Wood Buffalo, Don Scott explains the state of emergency declared for the northern Alberta area, including Fort McMurray, due to mounting COVID-19 cases. Long COVID-19 sufferer Ashley Antonio shares how her 14-month battle with debilitating symptoms has made the simplest tasks extremely challenging and work as a lawyer at times, impossible. 13:01 - Andrew Parker 49:08 - Supervised consumption site closure 1:10:07 - Mayor Don Scott 1:27:53 - Ashley Antonio

Calgary-based physician, Dr. Joe Vipond calls for strong government policies and strict enforcement to address Alberta’s third COVID-19 wave. He cautions against listening to non-medical opinions on how to address the pandemic. After false claims of a Gender Identity & Sexual Orientation Alliance (GSA) volunteer taking students off-campus without parental permission, Maria De Leeuw wants to set the record straight — she's that volunteer. In an exclusive interview, Maria addresses how the false were weaponized and harm youth. COVID-19 survivors, family members and physicians, Dr. Anna Fiselier and Dr. Olga Kovalchuk, share their personal experience living through the illness, symptoms and side effects of the coronavirus. Plus, it's Monday, so our friends at Kuby Energy present another inspiring edition of Positive Reflections! 11:07 - Dr. Joe Vipond 44:19 - Maria De Leeuw 1:19:53 - COVID survivors 2:14:27 - Positive Reflections

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.

"Senior citizens represent such a large and untapped resource for all of us, but their value and input is often underestimated and they are wildly underrepresented in social media," wrote Erin Gaudet in an email to [email protected]. She went on to explain what led her and her partners to create seniorsofhumanity.ca, a hub for stories about remarkable seniors that might otherwise not be told. Erin and (the absolutely delightful, courageous, and inspiring) Monica Lipscombe take us into this heartwarming and thought-provoking project. "The Confluence" might be the Greenest Home on Earth. That was the goal, anyway, when the Molenaar family approached SAIT to collaborate on an entry for The Living Building Challenge. Tracey Chala, Melanie Ross, and Haley Puppato take us into the remarkable property in Alberta's Waiporous region, and explain what makes this dream home so special. Plus, it's Friday, so fasten your seatbelt for another wild edition of Trash Talk, presented by Local Waste! 14:32 - Seniors of Humanity 39:41 - The Greenest Home on Earth 1:51:03 - Trash Talk

Industries change quickly, and skill sets can become obsolete. Add a pandemic on top, and it's fair to say employees and employers face an entirely different reality than they did a year or so ago. Deloitte's National Workforce Transformation Leader Kathy Woods joins for an informative (and hilarious) look at how people of all ages can be "future ready". Twenty or so years ago, they all collaborated on the University of Alberta's official student newspaper - The Gateway. This past year, nearly thirty talented writers resolved to reconnect and collaborate on a reflection of middle age. The result is a powerful, hilarious, heart-wrenching book called "Midlife". Sarah Chan, Jhenifer Pabillano, Adam Rozenhart, Amanda Ash, Geoff Moysa, and Raymond Biesinger hang out for one of the more memorable (and moving) hours in Real Talk history. 24:06 - Kathy Woods 49:31 - Midlife part 1 with Sarah Chan, Jhenifer Pabillano and Adam Rozenhart 1:29:26 - Midlife part 2 with Amanda Ash, Geoff Moysa and Raymond Biesinger

We dig deeper into Ottawa's plan for affordable childcare with Federal Minister for Women and Gender Equality and Rural Economic Development Maryam Monsef. What happens if provinces like Alberta say "No" to federal funding based on strings attached? Grain farmer Allison Ammeter, chair of the Plant Protein Alliance of Alberta explains why the provincial government's cancellation of a paltry $250k commitment means the collapse of their organization. We get into the significant economic implications of global demand for plant proteins, and what it could mean for agricultural producers on the Prairies. It's Canadian Infertility Awareness Week, so we check in with Dr. Alda Ngo, Kristina Melia, and Linda Hoang. What new options exist for Canadians hoping to start a family, what are some of the most significant barriers they'll face, and what proactive steps can people take to improve their chances? Plus, we recap yesterday's interview with Prime Minister Justin Trudeau, including childcare, travel restrictions, a looming federal election, and his strained relationship with Alberta Premier Jason Kenney. 14:08 - Minister Maryam Monsef 30:47 - Allison Ammeter 49:44 - Infertility Round Table

Prime Minister Justin Trudeau makes his Real Talk debut the day after releasing the first federal budget in two years. Trudeau makes his first public statement on Derek Chauvin's murder conviction in the death of George Floyd, then he and Ryan get into budget talk. They cover the Liberals' national child care plan, a Universal Basic Income, business subsidies (and when to cut them off), whether or not there'll be an election this year, coal mining in the Rockies, the two Michaels (Kovrig and Spavor) detained in China, international travel restrictions, Trudeau's strained relationship with Alberta Premier Jason Kenney, and 4/20.

On the heels of the Liberals' first federal budget in two years, we get into the numbers. Is this more of an election platform than a budget? Does it strike the right balance between investing in post-pandemic recovery and plotting a path back to balance? Jason Hatcher, Deirdre Mitchell-MacLean, and Semhar Tekeste dig into the details. Plus, it's April 20th - Happy 4/20! Our "Puff Puff Panel" - Jonas Jespersen, Lisa Campbell, Nathan Mison, and Akanksha Bhatnagar - sparks up conversation on the evolution of Canada's legal Cannabis industry, stigma that remains around Cannabis use, and where the trends are going in months and years to come. 33:10 - Budget 2021 Round Table 1:35:18- 4/20 Puff Puff Panel

Will Erin O'Toole's climate plan be enough to push the Conservative Party of Canada into government next federal election? Will support for carbon pricing be enough to convince swing voters? Will it alienate the base on the Prairies? Conservative strategist Melissa Caouette of Canadian Strategy Group gets into it. As China gets set to move forward with its digital yuan, there are questions around transparency, surveillance, prevalence, and potential impact on global currencies (most especially the US dollar). Pulitzer Prize-winning Wall Street Journal correspondent James T. Areddy digs into the details, and provides valuable insight into what makes the Chinese government tick. Plus, it's Monday, so our friends at Kuby Energy present another inspiring edition of Positive Reflections! 14:57 - Melissa Caouette 38:10 - James Areddy 2:20:15 - Positive Reflections

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.

With Grace Life churchgoers continuing to gather in "underground" fashion following the closure of their building by Alberta Health Services, Knox United Rev. Dr. Greg Glatz joins to explain why he called out the church in a scathing, open letter. As Albertans continue to demand their provincial government hit pause on problematic draft K-6 curriculum, University of Calgary's Dr. Yvonne Poitras Pratt, Alberta Teachers Association president Jason Schilling, and Edmonton Public School Board chair Trisha Estabrooks get into the nitty gritty of what's problematic, why, and what citizens can do about it. Plus, it's Friday, so buckle up for a supercharged edition of Trash Talk, presented by Local Waste! 11:02 - Rev. Dr. Greg Glatz 34:42 - Curriculum Round Table 1:46:33 - Trash Talk

"The West wants in" when it comes to meaningful investment from the federal government. With the Liberals' budget coming out on Monday, the Federation of Canadian Municipalities' Western Economic Solutions Taskforce (WEST) is honing in on specifics. Saskatoon Mayor Charlie Clark, Yorkton Councillor Randy Goulden, and Rural Municipalities of Alberta president Paul McLaughlin discuss the potential impact of expanding national trade corridors, improving rail safety, addressing costs facing Canadian farmers, and other proposals. Ask any rural resident or business owner in Canada: crime is often a very real and pervasive issue. Filmmaker Geoff Morrison, who just released season two of Farm Crime on CBC Gem, talks about some of the more remarkable stories and common sentiments he's seen. Ryan wraps up the show with a powerful follow-up to yesterday's discussion about Emily (and Colby) Cave. 20:51 - WEST panel 1:17:56 - Geoff Morrison

With Ottawa sending $6B to Air Canada (and other airlines looking for the same), what does this mean for the country's airline industry...and the millions of Canadians that endeavour to start travelling again ASAP? Are the federal Liberals really "nationalizing" Air Canada, and does this qualify as a "bailout"? Former Air Canada executive and business professor at McGill University, John Gradek, takes our coverage to new heights. (Sorry, we couldn't help ourselves.) It's hard to imagine a 45% tuition increase, but that's what future University of Alberta law students are looking at. Lawyer Amanda Hart-Dowhun and law students Denis Ram and Sarah Kreikle take us into their organized efforts to stop the increase, and explain why increased tuition might actually cost the University more than administrators realize. 21:55 - John Gradek 39:03 - Law School tuition panel

Professor Timothy Caulfield and Dr. Shazma Mithani fact check a viral video from "mental wealth coach" Kaylor Betts. Ryan debates "platforming," "de-platforming," and the premise behind what qualifies as "Real Talk". We get into your emails to [email protected], including commentary on Grace Life Church continuing to gather en masse in defiance of public health orders. With the price of Bitcoin surging again, and China unveiling its own digital currency, Bitcoin Well CEO Adam O'Brien checks in (and shows off his flamethrower...for real). 17:51 - Prof. Timothy Caulfield & Dr. Shazma Mithani 1:35:54 - Adam O'Brien

Ryan starts the show with commentary on Sunday's debacle at Grace Life Church. As demonstrators tore down fences erected by Alberta Health Services, where was the "rule of law" Premier Jason Kenney's called for in past? We open the show with another Real Talk Round Table: why are landowners forced to fund their own environmental studies on coal mining in the Rocky Mountains? What are researchers discovering, and what does the general public need to know? Dr. Brad Stelfox, Mandy Olsgard, and Colton Vessey continue our conversation. A recent survey commissioned by MNP shows 53% are within $200 of insolvency at any given moment. Personal finance educator and author Kelley Keehn has a few tips to keep you on the right track. Hundreds of people have donated to a fundraiser in honour of Rob White, who lost his life saving a dog on the North Saskatchewan River. Rob's wife Bobbi, his sons Strider and Alliance, and his best friend Chris Barrett share a few stores about the man described as "Father to a thousand people." Plus, it's Monday morning, so we read your inspirational messages for this week's Positive Reflections, presented by Kuby Energy! 17:24 - Coal Round Table 55:13 - Kelley Keehn 1:19:12 - The White family and Chris Barrett 1:57:19 - Positive Reflections

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.

How does a "social justice church" differ from other houses of worship? Shouldn't social justice be the driving force behind any religious community? Rev. Tyler Ho-Yin Sit's New City Church in Minneapolis has been featured in the New York Times and The Atlantic. He joins Ryan to discuss the intersection of Christianity and politics, Derek Chauvin standing trial for murdering George Floyd, and recent racism-fuelled violence targeting people of Asian descent. Singer/songwriter Corb Lund, biologist Katie Morrison, and consultant David Luff check back in to update Albertans on the coal file in this week's Real Talk Round Table. And, of course, it's Friday, so brace yourselves for an extra-spicy edition of Trash Talk presented by Local Waste! 12:41 - Rev. Tyler Ho-Yin Sit 41:00 - Coal Round Table 1:42:57 - Trash Talk

Through this pandemic, Canadians have become more familiar with their Chief Medical Officers of Health than ever before. How well do we understand their mandate? Where does their authority begin and end? What happens if elected officials ignore evidence-based advice? Former Alberta CMoH Dr. James Talbot pulls back the curtain, and evaluates the performance of Alberta's current CMoH Dr. Deena Hinshaw. Dr. Talbot also shares a couple stories of his own experience, including the move that ultimately led to his dismissal. Today is Yom HaShoah, otherwise known as Holocaust Remembrance Day. Stacey Leavitt-Wright, Dr. Colin Muscat, and Marnie Bondar gather for a powerful conversation about this horrific time in human history, and instances of anti-Semitism we see flaring up today. 12:36 - Dr. James Talbot 50:12 - Yom HaShoah Round Table

With a third wave of the pandemic (and another lockdown) upon us, how do we ensure this is the last time it happens? Toronto ER Dr. Kashif Pirzada lays out what it'll take to eliminate COVID-19 completely. As Alberta's Chief Medical Officer of Health faces fire for withholding details relating to a "concerning outbreak," Edson Mayor Kevin Zahara explains why information sharing is so important. Susan Wright, the lawyer and blogger behind Susan on the Soapbox, makes her Real Talk debut to discuss her recent column on "cruel" UCP policies, resistance, and hope. Athabasca University history professor Dr. Eric Strikwerda argues Alberta's draft curriculum will make the province the "laughing stock" of Canada, and points out some glaring examples of inaccuracies and omissions. Plus, it's our first show of the week, so we focus on some good news stories with "Positive Reflections" presented by Kuby Energy! 19:33 - Dr. Kashif Pirzada 52:44 - Mayor Kevin Zahara 1:15:38 - Susan Wright 1:42:45 - Dr. Eric Strikwerda 2:17:17 - Positive Reflections

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.

Not every Real Talk guest can segue effortlessly between Ramona Quimby, QAnon, and history's greatest TV shows...but Scaachi Koul can. The senior culture writer for Buzzfeed News joins from NYC, kicking off Friday's show. Research and innovation at the University of Alberta is on display, as we feature the winners from the annual "Three Minute Thesis (3MT)" competition. Real Talk about affordable child care continues with MLA Rakhi Pancholi, who lays out what an NDP government would do on the file. Plus, it's Friday, so buckle up for an especially-rowdy edition of Trash Talk presented by Local Waste! 8:12 - Scaachi Koul 39:39 - 3MT Round Table 1:15:47 - MLA Rakhi Pancholi 2:08:47 - Trash Talk

April 1st means most of Alberta's $25/day child care subsidies are done. Glengarry Child Care executive director Brad West explains what that means for the families at his facility, his staff, and his business. With Alberta headed toward a "third wave" of variant-heavy cases of COVID-19, Dr. Lynora Saxinger and Dr. Gosia Gasperowicz guide us through the stats, trends, and headlines we need to understand. Why is University of Regina professor Sean Tucker calling for a public inquiry into the Alberta government's handling of COVID-19 outbreaks at meat packing plants? Dr. Tucker takes us into the 600+ pages of documents he reviewed through his lens as a occupational health and safety expert. The Metis Nation of Alberta is calling for the government to re-do its draft K-6 curriculum. President Audrey Poitras explains why she calls it "another example of Alberta's continued colonial practice over Metis peoples." 17:01 - Brad West 38:01 - Dr. Lynora Saxinger & Dr. Gosia Gasperowicz 1:19:00 - Dr. Sean Tucker 1:34:39 - Audrey Poitras

How do we thrive in a complex world, with disaster all around us? "Meltdown" author Chris Clearfield lays it out for leaders and everyday folks. Alberta's doctors vote "no" to a negotiated deal with the government - what does it mean? Health law/policy expert Dr. Lorian Hardcastle checks in from the University of Calgary. What are the short- and long-term impacts of COVID-19 on children, and how do we need to respond? Children First Canada CEO Sara Austin joins for a powerful conversation. Plus, a ton of your emails about Alberta's draft curriculum for K-6 Social Studies. Real Talkers are riled up! 17:16 - Chris Clearfield 41:41 - Dr. Lorian Hardcastle 1:05:12 - Sara Austin

Why are so many people - both parents and educators - so upset with Alberta's Draft Social Studies K-6 Curriculum? Dr. Carla Peck and Dr. Dwayne Donald explain where they believe the new roadmap falls short, and why it "sets Alberta Social Studies back decades". What does "anti-racism" advocacy actually look like, and how can people be leaders on this front in their own communities? Amarjeet Sohi, Brooks Mayor Barry Morishita, and Jenelle Saskiw discuss a recent "life-changing" course at MacEwan University, and dig into important equity issues facing Canadians today. 11:08 - Dr. Carla Peck and Dr. Dwayne Donald 43:31 - Amarjeet Sohi, Mayor Barry Morishita, Jenelle Saskiw

We're back at it after a week away! Minister of Environment and Climate Change, the Hon. Jonathan Wilkinson, joins to discuss the Supreme Court of Canada's recent ruling against Alberta, Saskatchewan, and Ontario's challenge of the federal Carbon Tax. Economist Dr. Andrew Leach, one of the architects of former Alberta Premier Rachel Notley's climate plan, explains why he supports the provinces' challenge of Justin Trudeau's levy. Lawyer, researcher, and pundit Supriya Dwivedi gives her take on the SCoC's ruling, Conservative Party of Canada members saying "no" to bolstering party policy re: climate change, vaccine roll-out across the country, and Canadaland's recent report on Brian Lilley and Ivana Yelich. Plus, it's Monday, so Ryan rolls out a unique edition of Positive Reflections presented by Kuby Energy! 9:48 - Hon. Jonathan Wilkinson 39:37 - Dr. Andrew Leach 1:07:25 - Supriya Dwivedi 1:58:08 - Positive Reflections

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.

Targeted, racist expressions and attacks have increased against Canadians and Americans of Asian descent through the COVID-19 pandemic. The world watched in horror this week as a gunman took the lives of eight people, predominantly Asian women, in Atlanta, GA. UCal Berkeley cultural anthropologist Dr. Lok Siu, former PC MLA Teresa Woo-Paw, founder of Act2endracism, and researcher Rajah Maggay of ParityYEG and Political D.I.V.A.S. join for a candid and moving Real Talk Round Table about anti-Asian racism. Plus, it's Friday, so buckle up for another fiery edition of Trash Talk presented by Local Waste! 32:00 - Real Talk Round Table 1:46:00 - Trash Talk

Karen Gosbee's "glittering marriage" nearly ended her life. The author of "A Perfect Nightmare," now co-chair of Calgary's Mental Health and Addiction Community Strategy and Action Plan, joins Mayor Naheed Nenshi to explain how this new approach changes the landscape (and how it can work in cities around the world). Renowned climatologist and geophysicist Dr. Michael E. Mann, author of "The New Climate War," discusses what's new in The Fight to Take Back the Planet, and what it means for Canadians. Plus, Ryan gets into the Real Talk inbox, and reads your emails submitted to [email protected]. 5:17 - Mayor Naheed Nenshi & Karen Gosbee 38:08 - Dr. Michael E. Mann

As CEO of Invest Alberta, David Knight Legg's job is to attract investment to the province. Formerly Premier Jason Kenney's principal secretary, he's now tasked with finding ways to boost energy, agriculture, tourism, tech, and other sectors. He joins Ryan off the top of the show to explain what hasn't worked in past, and what he thinks will work now. Dr. Alexander Wong is an infectious disease specialist in one of Canada's hardest-hit COVID-19 regions: the province of Saskatchewan. He stays into overtime to discuss new variants, vaccine hesitancy, concerns around the Oxford AstraZeneca shot, social justice through a pandemic lens, and more. One of the first black, openly gay orchestral conductors in the world, Daniel Bartholomew-Poyser is used to being one of the "others". The star of the documentary Disruptor Conductor joins Ryan (his childhood friend!) for an entertaining, enlightening, powerful exploration of the power of music, and how he's ultimately changing lives. 6:37 - David Knight Legg 44:14 - Dr. Alexander Wong 1:39:58 - Daniel Bartholomew-Poyser

LGBTQ Catholics may not have been surprised by the Vatican's declaration that same-sex unions are a sin it cannot bless, but that doesn't mean the message didn't sting. Rev. Michael Coren, an Anglican cleric, columnist, and broadcaster, shares his response, including why he ultimately left the Catholicism. Jamie Manson, president of Catholics 4 Choice, and one of the few LGBTQ columnists in religious media through her time at the National Catholic Reporter, speaks to the advocacy work being done on this front. Ryan and Sam take on the story making headlines around the world — Alberta's "War Room" quarrelling with Netflix over the streaming giant's "Bigfoot Family" cartoon. 10:31 - Rev. Michael Coren 35:48 - Jamie Manson 1:09:08 - War Room vs. Netflix

It's been a year since the WHO declared COVID-19 to be a global pandemic, and people are tired. We've seen generosity and altrusm abound, but there are signs people are losing patience, too. VICE health and wellness journalist Katie Way joins from Brooklyn to reveal "Why Everyone Is Acting Like An Asshole Lately". With Premier Jason Kenney trailing Rachel Notley's NDP in several recent polls, Alberta's United Conservative Party will hold a leadership review at its 2022 AGM. So, why not 2021? Founding party president Erika Barootes shares her insight on the significance of the process, and her evaluation of Premier Kenney's leadership to this point. Plus, we review the results of our most recent (and super fun) Get Real: Question of the Week by Y Station, and bring you Positive Reflections, presented by Kuby Energy! 9:36 - Katie Way 33:55 - Erika Barootes 1:29:58 - Positive Reflections

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.

After Thursday's "ornery" start, Ryan welcomes Dr. Melanee Thomas and Dr. Lise Gotell to respond, and expand the conversation around bias on university campuses. Our long-anticipated "Solar Panel" features Dr. Sara Hastings-Simon, Heather MacKenzie, and Jake Kubiski, who take your questions on battery storage, cost barriers, government incentives, climate justice, and more. Plus, it's Friday, so buckle up for another rowdy edition of Trash Talk, presented by Local Waste! 6:07 - Dr. Melanee Thomas 24:28 - Dr. Lise Gotell 44:38 - Solar Panel 1:51:53 - Trash Talk

Dr. Seuss Enterprises announced six books deemed racist are going out of print, and their online asking price immediately jumped. What does this say? We talk to University of Central Arkansas philosophy professor Dr. Jacob Held, editor of "Dr. Seuss and Philosophy: Oh, the Thinks You Can Think!" Are universities in Canada inherently biased against conservatives? Trent University's Dr. Christopher Dummitt, University of Alberta's Dr. Jared Wesley, and investigative journalist Steven Zhou dig in. 16:30 - Dr. Jacob Held 40:46 - Bias on campuses panel