Real Talk Ryan Jespersen

Apr 16 2025 999 ep. 72 mins 346

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A daily discussion about news, politics, and pop culture, hosted by Ryan Jespersen from Edmonton, Alberta. Real Talk streams live, weekday mornings at 8:30am MT at ＜a href=https://ryanjespersen.com/＞ ryanjespersen.com＜/a＞.

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Debate Week: The Election Gets REAL

Apr 16 2025 111 mins

Here's where things get real. First in French, then in English, party leaders will thrust, parry, and try to convince Canadians they're the best bet for Prime Minister. Will Pierre Poilievre go for the jugular or present a more measured demeanour? Does Mark Carney's proficiency in French really matter? Will anybody be moved by what Jagmeet Singh has to say? 10:00 | Politico's Mick

Buttongate & Pierre’s Crime Crackdown

Apr 15 2025 89 mins

Prank gone horribly wrong: Liberal staffers plant unflattering campaign buttons at a Conservative event, then blab all about it at the bar. What were they thinking? Pierre Poilievre says he's step outside the Charter to crack down on Canada's most violent criminals. Could he gain a few points with the public, or is it a risky move? 4:00 | Vicky Mochama talks Buttongate, Pierre Poi

America Should Be Declared A Pariah State

Apr 14 2025 97 mins

People throw the word "fascist" around a lot these days, but does it actually fit U.S. President Donald Trump? An internationally-respected Canadian scholar says yes. 2:35 | Dr. Andy Knight, professor of political science at the University of Alberta, tells us why he thinks the US should be declared a pariah state. We hear firsthand how USAID cuts are impacting critical programs i

"We'd Be the Masters of Our Destiny!"

Apr 12 2025 6 mins

Nesen says Pierre better get serious about policy, AJ says Jespo's out to lunch on "grey areas," Ms. B has a hot take on The Great One, Cam has an axe to grind with Max Fawcett, and Brandon paints a picture of a sovereign Alberta. It's The Flamethrower presented by the DQs of Northwest Edmonton and Sherwood Park! FIRE UP YOUR FLAMETHROWER: [email protected] When you visit the

Who Killed the Carbon Tax?

Apr 11 2025 89 mins

Pretty much everybody agrees: the consumer carbon tax is dead in Canada. Mark Carney's getting credit for it in the polls, which has to drive Pierre Poilievre crazy. After all, he's the one who's promised to "Axe the Tax" for the past two years. In this episode, two of Canada's most credible voices on the matter debate: Who ultimately killed the carbon tax? 3:30 | Shannon Phillips

Ag and the Election // Market Manipulation

Apr 10 2025 107 mins

Everybody eats. But how many of us actually pay attention to what's going on in the Agriculture sector? There's something for everybody in this episode, from the city slickers to farmers and ranchers across Canada. Stick around for the second half of the show, where we take a look at wild swings in the market with massive wealth implications. 6:00 | Shaun Haney, founder of RealAgr

Jespo Family’s River Scare // Battleground Alberta

Apr 09 2025 92 mins

Jespo's family dodged a bullet just hours before this episode, nearly losing their beloved black lab Monroe in the icy, frigid North Saskatchewan River. It's the most dangerous time of year to be around water, says Edmonton Fire Rescue Services, and one of the most dangerous calls their firefighters respond to. 2:40 | Ryan's wife Kari, their dog Monroe, and Edmonton Fire Rescue Di

Are We Headed Toward The Great Recession?

Apr 08 2025 103 mins

This episode is all about the bottom line. With headlines screaming "Market Mayhem," what's the average investor supposed to think, let alone do? Is now a good time to buy? Or is it time to sell before things get worse? And...whatever happened to election campaigns that were supposed to be all about AFFORDABILITY? 4:50 | We check in with Marshall McAlister, president at North Road

Canada's Conservatives Still Want to Bet on America

Apr 07 2025 81 mins

The Great One is taking more shots than any goalie he ever faced for his friendship with President Donald Trump. Pierre Poilievre's boasting about crowd sizes at his rallies, just like 47 does. Danielle Smith's spending more time in Florida than she is in Alberta. In the midst of a full-blown trade war, why do Canada's Conservatives still want to bet on America? 11:00 | Max Fawcet

Danielle Smith CALLED OUT!

Apr 05 2025 6 mins

"TheSco" says Danielle Smith's Breitbart interview is a "nothing burger," Lindsay's sick of hearing so much about The Donald, "G" wants to know who wants out (of Canada), Todd in Grande Prairie has a challenge for Alberta's premier, and Charlene's hoping you'll join her April 11 at the Alberta Legislature. FIRE UP YOUR FLAMETHROWER: [email protected] When you visit the DQs in