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Real Talk Ryan Jespersen

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Real Talk about news, politics, and pop culture. Hosted by Ryan Jespersen from Edmonton, Alberta. Live weekday mornings at 8:30am MT. #RealTalkRJ

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Jim's gonna need some time to get over the Oilers' round one loss to Anaheim; Russ is piiiiiiiissed about Alberta separatists releasing confidential voter info; KP isn't sold on Mark Carney's new sovereign wealth fund; Debbie in Nova Scotia says we m... more

Mikael Colville-Andersen has worked in more than 100 cities around the world, "putting the 'f*ck you' back into urbanism". The Fort McMurray-born Copenhagen resident explains the f-bomb and brings fascinating insights on city design in times of crisi... more

Seven years ago, Jespo publicly banned John Carpay from appearing on his terrestrial radio show after the two locked horns over COVID restrictions. This episode, Jespersen and Carpay reconvene in our feature interview (3:00) presented by Mercedes-Ben... more

Mark Carney’s Liberals are pouring billions into skilled trades, aiming to train up to 100,000 workers to tackle housing, infrastructure, and major resource projects. The pitch? Build Canada stronger, faster — and less dependent on the United States.... more

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Mikael Colville-Andersen
Copenhagen-based urbanist and author; global thought leader on bike infrastructure
Colville-Andersen (website and projects)
Episode: Min. Eleanor Olszewski // Mikael Colville-Andersen
John Carpay
President and founder of the Justice Center for Constitutional Freedoms (JCCF)
Justice Center for Constitutional Freedoms
Episode: Civil Liberties Lawyer John Carpay // Poll Shows AB NDP in Trouble
Jared Wesley
Political Scientist, University of Alberta
University of Alberta
Episode: Is Alberta Breaking the Basic Rules of Democracy?
Feo Snagovsky
Political Scientist, University of Alberta
University of Alberta
Episode: Is Alberta Breaking the Basic Rules of Democracy?
Rachel Gilmore
Independent journalist discussing online harms and far-right extremism
Independent journalist
Episode: Rachel Gilmore & Supriya Dwivedi on D.C. Shooting, Manitoba Ban
Shaun Pinner
British-Ukrainian Marine, author of Live, Fight, Survive
Ukrainian Marines; author
Episode: Shaun Pinner on Surviving Russian Captivity
Cary Williams
Representative of North Road Investment Counsel
North Road Investment Counsel
Episode: Is Reconciliation Losing Popularity in B.C.?
Rakhi Pancholi
Deputy Leader, Alberta NDP; MLA for Edmonton White Mud
Alberta NDP
Episode: "Forever Canadian" Founder Slams UCP
Billy Morin
Conservative MP for Edmonton Northwest, former Grand Chief Treaty Six
Conservative Party of Canada
Episode: Why MP Billy Morin's Not Crossing the Floor // The Strategists

Reviews

4.5 out of 5 stars from 984 ratings
  • Edmonton podcaster with purpose

    Real Talk is a great News podcast with and Alberta focusing and how focus shapes Canada and the world with a honest discussion on world events and how those events affect us all.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    cloud9117
    Canada4 months ago
  • Alberta's, no, Canada's best talk show. Jespo and Johnny don't miss.

    Podcast Addict
    5
    CactusSheriff
    5 months ago
  • Best podcast in Alberta, hands down

    I’ve been listening to this podcast since day one and haven’t missed a show. Ryan (and Johnny) cover current events in Canada, especially in Alberta (their home province). They have guests on from all political stripes and with all sorts of opinions. It’s great to hear all perspectives from a show that is truly “Real Talk”. Sure they have their opinions but they don’t force them on the listener, they encourage people to keep an open mind and form their own opinions on a wide variety of topics, t... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Anyone wanna help?
    Canada6 months ago
  • I wanted to like this…

    …I just find it nearly impossible to listen to the host. The delivery feels overwrought.

    Apple Podcasts
    2
    Joey Joe Joe shabadoo junior
    Canada6 months ago
  • JESPO FOR PREMIER

    Ryan, I truly hope you consider running for office one day. You are smart, thoughtful, level-headed, and deeply passionate—not only about Alberta, but about people. We need more leaders like you in politics to balance out the egomaniacs who chase office for power, ideology, money, or self-interest.

    One of your greatest strengths is how naturally you can connect with anyone—always with respect, curiosity, empathy and sincerity. I started listening during the pandemic when I was still living in C... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Louis and Margot
    Canada7 months ago

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Consistently praised for transparency and variety in topics and guests.
Insightful, balanced Alberta-focused analysis with strong guests.
Listeners value diverse perspectives and practical takeaways for professionals.

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#14
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Apple Podcasts
#95
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Apple Podcasts
#164
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Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

Min. Eleanor Olszewski // Mikael Colville-Andersen
Q: What drew Mikael Colville-Andersen to Ukraine and Bikes for Ukraine?
He was invited due to his track record in urbanism and bike infrastructure; he helped source used bikes for refugees in Lviv and continued three years of work on architecture and urbanism, using bicycles as a mobility and community-building tool in wartime.
"Forever Canadian" Founder Slams UCP
Q: What is Forever Canadian's fundraising posture and how is it regulated?
Forever Canadian is a non-profit, not affiliated with any political party, with a board and CFO; it can raise funds from inside Canada, with rules applying as a third-party advertiser once a referendum is called.
"Forever Canadian" Founder Slams UCP
Q: Why did you choose the legislative policy option rather than a constitutional option for your petition?
To avoid a direct referendum and force MLAs to publicly state their position while minimizing long-term political damage; this approach also delays responses until after the separatist process.
"Forever Canadian" Founder Slams UCP
Q: What happens next with the Forever Canadian petition and the committee that oversees it?
The government is obligated to consider the petition and take action; the committee overseeing it is composed of MLAs with more UCP members than NDP, and there is concern the government will delay or avoid a clear stance until after the fall referendum.
Is Reconciliation Losing Popularity in B.C.?
Q: What is driving the perception that reconciliation is losing popularity in BC?
A combination of political shifts, the Premier's changing stance on DRIPA, and confusion around the Cowichan case versus DRIPA appear to be undermining credibility and public confidence in the process.

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