Real Talk Ryan Jespersen

Real Talk about news, politics, and pop culture. Watch or listen live weekdays at 8:30am MT. Subscribe via YouTube or your favourite podcast app. #RealTalkRJ

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At just 19 years old, Marty Jones stared down Nazi artillery the morning of June 6, 1944 as a gunner aboard the HMCS Prince Henry, one of the ships that led the assault at Juno Beach. #LestWeForget #RealTalkRJ

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From Alberta’s referendum to the tragedy at CFB Wainwright and political upheaval south of the border, author and historian Ted Barris reflects on the meaning of Remembrance Day and the ongoing responsibility to protect democracy. #LestWeForget #RealTalkRJ

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"Trauma you can't put into words."

Why do so many military veterans carry their experiences in silence? Author Ted Barris explains the trauma that makes some stories almost impossible to tell, & why creating the space to share those experiences matters. #LestWeForget #RealTalkRJ

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Captain Jonathan Snyder was just 26 when he was killed serving Canada in Afghanistan. His courage and leadership are honoured in a new Heritage Minute, filmed at CFB Wainwright just months before a devastating wildfire killed four soldiers and injured dozens more. #LestWeForget

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Is PM Mark Carney losing his climate credibility?

ER doctor and climate activist Joe Vipond calls the planned Pacific Link pipeline is a “risky proposition” in an interview from #COP31 in Türkiye.

Do you agree with him? #cdnpoli #RealTalkRJ

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@PineneV @ryangerritsen @ryanjespersen Appreciate your contributions in the Live Chat!

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What a remarkable show of support for families affected by the tragedy at CFB Wainwright ahead of Remembrance Day.

Real Talker “Explorer Hollis” highlights 14-year-old Liam Herman’s efforts in this edition of Alberta Wins presented by @PlayAlbertaCA.

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“Those two powerful emotions that drive the stock market - greed and fear - at some point, the fear needs to take over.”

ER doctor Joe Vipond says the world, including Alberta, needs to accelerate its transition away from fossil fuels. We spoke with him at #COP31 in Türkiye.

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It's hard to imagine Pierre Poilievre finding another wave to ride. His smug, sarcastic routine just doesn't land the same without a flailing Justin Trudeau to rail against. If by-election losses start piling up, Conservatives would be wise to start asking, "Who's next?" #cdnpoli

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@PineneV @ryangerritsen @ryanjespersen In fact, our guest today directly called out the PM for losing his climate credibility. We know folks aren't used to talk shows that cover the entire political spectrum, but we're doing our best to let them know one exists!

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It's been a week since most of Western Canada stopped changing the clocks. How's everyone feeling? More importantly, how are our bodies handling it?

Sleep expert Dr. Michael Antle tells #RealTalkRJ why permanent time changes have failed in past...

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As Canadians reassess their relationship with the U.S., should Conservatives be reconsidering their leader?

Would someone other than Pierre Poilievre give the #CPC a better chance of winning the next election? @supriyadwivedi says yes. Do you agree? #cdnpoli #RealTalkRJ

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Donald Trump may have been joking about making UFC CEO Dana White his next White House press secretary, but @supriyadwivedi says there’s nothing funny about what Trump might do next. Do you feel the same way?

Catch the full Nov. 9 conversation on #RealTalkRJ's YouTube channel.

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What does Budget 2026 mean for Alberta businesses?

Last week, our Vice President of Policy and Chief Economist Mike Holden joined Ryan Jespersen to discuss the budget’s implications for investment, competitiveness and getting major projects built.

Catch the conversation from the 57:50 mark: https://t.co/Qo85TSOyzt

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Mark Carney’s second budget as PM aims to make Canada more productive, more competitive, and less dependent on the United States. Will it deliver?

We check in with @BizCouncilAB Chief Economist Mike Holden... #cdnpoli #budget #RealTalkRJ

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“Actually laughable. Comically vague.”

Calgary Mayor @JeromyYYC tells us why he’s so unhappy with the federal budget. What do you think about it?

Catch the full Nov. 6 interview on #RealTalkRJ’s YouTube channel or wherever you get your podcasts. #cdnpoli #yyc #yyccc

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Will the federal budget meaningfully help Canadians struggling to make ends meet? Senator @charlesadler wonders how much responsibility Ottawa should take for people like his hypothetical Mrs. Wilson's financial well-being. Do you agree or disagree with him? #cdnpoli

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ICYMI, here's Senator @charlesadler on the federal budget, U.S. Midterms, and the Alberta referendum results: https://t.co/lkf9MSD4w3 #cdnpoli #RealTalkRJ

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Looking forward to guesting @RealTalkRJ this morning at 8:30 in Alberta, 9:30 Eastern/Central. @ryanjespersen has been bringing out the best in me for decades. Why? Because I trust him.

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@supercrookedice @PfParks You do you, David.

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Patients are dying waiting in Alberta.

Dr. @PfParks is stepping out of the ER to run for office, accusing the UCP government of ignoring frontline experts while spending $1M per day on consultants.

Catch the full Nov. 3 interview on #RealTalkRJ's YouTube channel. #abpoli