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Alberta Unbound

Paula Simons
Climate Change
Housing
Queer and Trans Rights
Human Rights
LGBTQ Youth
Alberta Identity
Mental Health
Sports
Wildfires
Floods
Inclusivity
Education
Canadian Politics
Little Red River Cree Nation
Urban Planning
Municipal Infrastructure
Emergency Preparedness
Municipal Governance
Pride Tape
Homophobia

In this podcast, Paula Simons, an Independent senator from Alberta, sets out to debate and deconstruct some of the myths that define and bind her province.

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Conroy Sewepagaham
Chief of the Little Red River Cree Nation and Director of the North Peace Tribal Council
Little Red River Cree Nation
Episode: Inferno
Josh Wingrove
Bloomberg's White House Correspondent, Canadian journalist
Bloomberg
Episode: Josh Wingrove: Our Man in the White House
Jesse Lipscombe
A multifaceted individual who is an elite Olympic caliber athlete, actor, musician, author, motivational speaker, social activist, entrepreneur.
Episode: The Art of Doing - with Jesse Lipscombe
Emma Gilchrist
Co-founder and editor-in-chief of the Narwhal
The Narwhal
Episode: Lassoing the Narwhal: A conversation with Emma Gilchrist
Ron Ghitter
Former legislator and champion of human rights, and Alberta's first Jewish senator.
Former Senator of Canada
Episode: Ron Ghitter: Still fighting for rights
Mary Rowe
President and CEO of the Canadian Urban Institute
Canadian Urban Institute
Episode: Municipalities Unbound Episode #3: Social Issues
Lewis Cardinal
Member of the Sucker Creek Cree Nation, Edmonton community leader, and project manager at Edmonton's Indigenous Knowledge & Wisdom Centre
Indigenous Knowledge & Wisdom Centre
Episode: Municipalities Unbound Episode #3: Social Issues
Dawn Arnold
Mayor of Moncton, New Brunswick
City of Moncton
Episode: Municipalities Unbound Episode #3: Social Issues
Keren Tang
Edmonton City Councillor, member of the Board of Alberta Municipalities
City of Edmonton
Episode: Municipalities Unbound Episode #3: Social Issues

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Paula Simons
Independent senator from Alberta, who discusses and deconstructs myths about her province through insightful conversations.

Reviews

4.6 out of 5 stars from 49 ratings
  • The unsinkable Edmonton Queen

    Thanks for your interview with Darrin Haugen. I’ve been to his plays, been on his bus tour, and enjoyed his queer history walk in downtown Edmonton. Your podcast interview evoked a lot of great memories. Perfect in every way.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    snow bird from alberta
    Canada4 years ago
  • Stellar

    Loved it. Great guests, very thoughtful discussion.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    mmelindastee
    Canada5 years ago
  • First episode thoughts

    The example given where people are asked to draw the quintessential Albertans: this is likely an artifact of branding. I am concerned that this wasn’t even discussed other than one of the guests bringing up the Alberta mythology (good point). Specifically the person who spoke of the “study” should feel responsible to discuss the limitations of such a “study.”

    Apple Podcasts
    2
    DivaDeMortis
    Canada6 years ago

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Many enjoy the engaging insights and personal anecdotes shared by the host and guests, emphasizing the connection to local issues.
Some critiques mention a desire for more balanced representations of Alberta's diverse perspectives.
Listeners appreciate the thoughtful discussions and the diversity of guests, finding value in the exploration of complex topics.

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A Kris Wells Welcome
Q: Why is it important today for classrooms to be safe spaces for queer and trans kids?
Kris emphasizes the need for acceptance and affirmation, highlighting that every young person should have at least one trusted adult in their life to support them.
A Kris Wells Welcome
Q: Did you hide your sexuality as a young teacher 30 years ago when homophobia was still rampant?
Kris recounts the challenges of working in a homophobic environment, revealing that he had to hide aspects of his life to maintain his job.
A Kris Wells Welcome
Q: What is your Alberta story? How did you get here? Where did you grow up?
Kris shares his pride in being born and raised in Alberta, detailing his mother's journey and struggles as a single parent, which shaped his understanding of family and identity.
Lassoing the Narwhal: A conversation with Emma Gilchrist
Q: Do you think the identification with the oil industry makes it hard to have discussions about climate change or climate policy?
Yes, Emma Gilchrist acknowledges that it can create a significant barrier to having honest discussions about environmental issues due to the heavy identification Albertans have with the oil industry.
Lassoing the Narwhal: A conversation with Emma Gilchrist
Q: At what point did you decide you wanted to be a journalist and an environmental journalist?
Emma Gilchrist decided to pursue journalism because she was interested in social issues and writing, which led her to journalism school in Calgary, and later to focus on environmental issues after witnessing heightened awareness of climate change around 2007.

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Exploring a range of political and social issues pertinent to Alberta, the content focuses on challenging and deconstructing prevalent myths about the province. The discussions often highlight the diverse perspectives and complexities of Alberta's identity, encompassing topics such as political branding, cultural history, and the impacts of various policy decisions. Unique in its approach, the conversations frequently involve local leaders and experts, making it a platform for underrepresented voices in Alberta's ongoing dialogues about identity and politics. The episodes enhance listeners' understanding of the socio-political landscape of Alberta, emphasizing community resilience and cultural narratives amidst systemic challenges.

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