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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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Real Talkers Erin and AJ have thoughts on the Canada-China trade deal; Laura, Lisa, Natasha, and Gerald are fired up over the "defund private schools" debate; Josef is "terrified" of civil war in the USA, Travis has heard enough excuses about Edmonto... more

Audio leaked from an Alberta classroom is causing a stir, as a high school teacher parodies Conservative stereotypes including references to the oil and gas industry. Premier Danielle Smith uses her X account to amplify the 90-second clip originally ... more

Alberta funds private and independent schools at a higher level than any other province, but spends less per public school student than anywhere else in the country. Alicia Taylor, a Calgary high school teacher, is trying to change that. She tells us... more

RCMP arrested award-winning photojournalist Amber Bracken in 2021 while she was covering the Wet’suwet’en pipeline standoff in Northern B.C. for The Narwhal. Now, both Bracken and The Narwhal are suing the RCMP for what they say was a concerted campa... more

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Recent Guests

David Cooper
Consultant with expertise in transit design and safety strategies, consulting cities across North America.
Leading Mobility Consulting
Episode: Leaked Classroom Audio // Transit Safety Round Table
Denis Agar
Transit safety expert from Metro Vancouver Transit Riders
Metro Vancouver Transit Riders
Episode: Leaked Classroom Audio // Transit Safety Round Table
David Witte
Edmonton Transit Riders representative, focusing on transit efficiency and user experience.
Edmonton Transit Riders
Episode: Leaked Classroom Audio // Transit Safety Round Table
Alicia Taylor
Calgary High School teacher and petition organizer for the Alberta Funds Public Schools initiative.
Calgary Board of Education
Episode: The Fight to Defund Private Schools // Mayhem in MN
Carol Linnitt
Co-founder of The Narwhal, advocating for press rights and responsible journalism.
The Narwhal
Episode: Journalist Sues the RCMP // Should Canada Ban X?
John Hicks
Technical Producer at Real Talk
Real Talk
Episode: Is the U.S. Headed Toward A Breaking Point?
Ben Woodfinden
Political analyst and former Director of Communications for Pierre Poilievre
Meredith Bozenkuhl Phillips
Episode: Athana Reaction / ICE Killing / Venezuela / Chinese EV Tariffs
Athana Mentzelopoulos
Former President and CEO of Alberta Health Services
Alberta Health Services
Episode: EXCLUSIVE: Former AHS CEO Athana Mentzelopoulos
Rahim Mohamed
National columnist for the National Post
National Post
Episode: Trump Wants Greenland // "Treason" in Alberta? // Co-Existing with Bears

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Ryan Jespersen
Host of Real Talk, focusing on news, politics, and culture from an Alberta perspective.

Reviews

4.5 out of 5 stars from 959 ratings
  • Alberta's, no, Canada's best talk show. Jespo and Johnny don't miss.

    Podcast Addict
    5
    CactusSheriff
    a month 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?
    Canada2 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
    Canada2 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
    Canada4 months ago
  • Relevant Information

    When getting relevant information is crucial for Albertans, then this is a must go to podcast. Also I would recommend in to anyone else who wants to stay informed.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Badappsamecraoneytrap
    Canada5 months ago

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The engaging style of the host is frequently mentioned, although critiques exist regarding some personal delivery aspects.
Listeners appreciate the depth of discussion and diverse guest selection, often highlighting the show's ability to remain balanced and informative.
Many express gratitude for staying informed on political issues relevant to their lives and communities, reflecting a strong connection to local affairs.

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#201
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Athana Reaction / ICE Killing / Venezuela / Chinese EV Tariffs
Q: What does the recent tragedy in Minneapolis mean for American politics?
It's likely to be a tipping point that escalates conversations around police accountability and violence in America.
EXCLUSIVE: Former AHS CEO Athana Mentzelopoulos
Q: What was your mandate as you understood it when you were hired?
Mentzelopoulos emphasizes that her mandate was largely about implementing reforms and changes to improve the healthcare system, which were public knowledge from the government's announcements prior to her hiring.
Is Pierre Poilievre Setting a Dangerous Precedent?
Q: What does Sharan Kaur think of Pierre Poilievre's congratulatory remarks towards Trump?
She thinks it sets a careless and dangerous precedent for someone who aspires to lead Canada, as it disregards international norms and can have serious repercussions globally.
Is Pierre Poilievre Setting a Dangerous Precedent?
Q: What in particular jumped out at you from what the leader of the official opposition had to say about it?
Sharan Kaur highlights the dangerous precedent set by Poilievre's quick support for Trump's actions, emphasizing that it undermines international law and could embolden authoritarian regimes.
Trump Wants Greenland // "Treason" in Alberta? // Co-Existing with Bears
Q: Can you rule out that the US is ever going to try to take Greenland by force?
Stephen Miller states that there is no need to even think or talk about military operations concerning Greenland.

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4. Alicia Taylor
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