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Real Talk Ryan Jespersen

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Alberta
Canada
Mark Carney
Danielle Smith
Donald Trump
Pierre Poilievre
Edmonton
Venezuela
Alberta Separation
United States
Alberta Separatism
Calgary
Calgary Stampede
Alberta Politics
Coal Mining
Healthcare
Canada–united States Relations
Mental Health
Alberta Referendum
Tumbler Ridge

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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Latest Episodes

More than 90 active wildfires are burning across British Columbia, with tens of thousands forced from their homes (many of which are destroyed). It's prompted a province-wide state of emergency, yet B.C.'s not alone. More than 300 wildfires are activ... more

Should Canada lift its restrictions on American alcohol as part of a deal with the Trump administration? Jespo and Supriya Dwivedi break down the latest polling, provincial implications, the trade-off facing Ottawa (and whether giving Washington what... more

Don calls out Jespo's flippant comment about separatists claiming the "old" Canada flag, Joe from Alliston calls out Danielle Smith's interference, Mr. T argues there's a double standard in Alberta, Ryan sticks up for the Ag industry, Claire says big... more

What if business and labour actually agree on more than they admit? Following our August 5 conversation with Edmonton Chamber CEO Doug Griffiths, Alberta Federation of Labour president Gil McGowan weighs in on the "Norway model" a system where busine... more

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Recent Guests

Jessica Scott-Reid
Award-winning journalist
The Globe and Mail
Episode: Heartbreaking Discovery in Calgary // Animal Rights Unravelling
Lynda Steele
Broadcast journalist and podcaster, host of Change My Mind
Change My Mind podcast
Episode: Lynda Steele on AI, Climate, Trump, and "Elbows Up"
Supriya Dwivedi
Co-pilot, political commentator, and former senior advisor to Prime Minister Justin Trudeau
Episode: Bridge Over Troubled Border
Brandi Morin
Independent award-winning journalist
Indigenous Insider (Substack)
Episode: Treaty Rights vs. Alberta Separation // Photo Radar Debate
Ruth Orekogbe
AI educator, implementation strategist, co-founder/CEO of Liberated AI
Liberated AI
Episode: Pushback on Return to Office // AI-Proof Your Career
Nate Box
Founder, Black Box Hospitality; owner of Fox Burger, District Coffee, Highlands Liquor
Black Box Hospitality
Episode: What's Killing Edmonton's Restaurants? // Canadian Stocks Are Booming
Kristina Botelho
Founder, KB&Co
KB&Co
Episode: What's Killing Edmonton's Restaurants? // Canadian Stocks Are Booming
Chris Decock
Co-founder of Greta Bar and Hudson's Canada
Greta Bar; Hudson's Canada
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Bianca Parsons
Executive Director, Alberta Food Processors Association
Alberta Food Processors Association
Episode: Trump Slams Canada With 50% Tariffs

Host

Ryan Jespersen
Host of Real Talk; engages guests on Alberta politics, policy debates, and current events.

Reviews

4.5 out of 5 stars from 1k 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
    Canada7 months ago
  • Alberta's, no, Canada's best talk show. Jespo and Johnny don't miss.

    Podcast Addict
    5
    CactusSheriff
    8 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?
    Canada9 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
    Canada9 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
    Canada10 months ago

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#12
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Apple Podcasts
#94
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Apple Podcasts
#213
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Apple Podcasts
#209
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Talking Points

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Pushback on Return to Office // AI-Proof Your Career
Q: How should one approach the risks of AI, including misinformation and data privacy?
She emphasizes using multiple tools to fact-check, applying guardrails such as not relying on a single source, and being mindful of data sovereignty and opting out where possible to protect personal information.
Pushback on Return to Office // AI-Proof Your Career
Q: What are practical steps to use AI to future-proof a career?
Ruth outlines learning new skills with AI, using AI to increase visibility to recruiters, practicing meta-prompting with context, and leveraging AI to create content that showcases expertise while maintaining human oversight and judgment.
Pushback on Return to Office // AI-Proof Your Career
Q: Was there a time at the beginning when you were concerned AI might impact your career negatively?
No, Ruth explains she saw AI as a set of tools that amplify capabilities, not as a threat to replace her; the key is focusing on how to leverage AI to stay irreplaceable by learning new skills and using AI to augment work.
Court Freezes Assets of Separatist Lawyer Jeff Rath // Min. Eleanor Olszewski
Q: What is the Minister's view on current federal-provincial cooperation within the context of the MOU and Pathways Project?
She describes cooperative federalism, progress beyond signatures, and ongoing work to implement carbon capture, electricity, and regulatory changes with both federal and provincial partners.
Court Freezes Assets of Separatist Lawyer Jeff Rath // Min. Eleanor Olszewski
Q: What does the asset freeze mean for the broader discussion around Alberta independence?
It signals a credibility crisis for leaders in the movement and raises questions about integrity and governance, emphasizing that leadership credibility is crucial when discussing radical political changes.

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