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The Line: Alberta Podcast

The Line
Alberta
Canada
Oil Prices
Calgary
NDP
Danielle Smith
Jeromy Farkas
Nuclear Energy
Alberta Prosperity Project
Economy
Alberta Separatism
Resources Revenues
Teachers Strike
Alberta Government
Alberta Healthcare System
Emergency Rooms
Calgary Water Management
Battle River Crowfoot
Minimum Wage Policy
Alberta Politics

The Line: Alberta Podcast, hosted by veteran broadcaster and columnist Rob Breakenridge, is a weekly show that takes a closer look at stories that matter to Albertans and all Canadians. For more, go to Alberta.ReadTheLine.ca.

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In this episode of The Line: Alberta podcast, a closer look at Alberta's Year of the Referendum. Alberta Premier Danielle Smith has set October 19th as referendum day, and she has nine questions to put to Albertans on issues related to immigration an... more

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It's been three months since the Alberta government controversially legislated an end to a bitter teachers' strike, but have conditions in the classroom - which were key issues in the labour dispute - improved at all?

The Alberta Teachers Associatio... more

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Between the Alberta-Ottawa pipeline MOU and the growing push to diversify Canada's export markets, 2026 could prove to be a key year for the oil and gas industry. Still, though, there remains some uncertainty on the policy front and questions linger ... more

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The topic of Alberta separation has been thrust into the national spotlight, amid the ongoing petition campaign by separatists to force a referendum, and reports about possible U.S. involvement. We've heard provocative comments from Trump's treasury ... more

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Recent Guests

Corb Lund
Alberta country music recording artist and organizer of the Water Not Coal petition
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Episode: Why Albertans should have a say on coal policy; Alberta's volatile political landscape
Quito Maggi
President and CEO of Mainstreet Research
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Episode: Why Albertans should have a say on coal policy; Alberta's volatile political landscape
Jason Schilling
President of the Alberta Teachers Association
Alberta Teachers Association
Episode: Pessimism Grows Among Alberta Teachers as Government Insists Help is On The Way
Tristan Goodman
President of the Explorers and Producers Association of Canada
Explorers and Producers Association of Canada
Episode: Record Output, Global Shifts, and Policy Uncertainty: Seizing Canada’s Energy Opportunity
Thomas Lukaszuk
Founder of Forever Canadian and former Progressive Conservative MLA
Forever Canadian
Episode: As the fight over Alberta's future heats up, Forever Canadian pivots to campaign mode
Max Fawcett
Lead columnist for Canada's National Observer
National Observer
Episode: Does Trump have sights set on Alberta? Plus, challenges in finding new oil export markets
Richard Masson
Executive fellow with the School of Public Policy of the University of Calgary and former CEO of the Alberta Petroleum Marketing Commission
University of Calgary
Episode: Does Trump have sights set on Alberta? Plus, challenges in finding new oil export markets
Dr. Warren Thirsk
President of the Alberta Medical Association's emergency section
Alberta Medical Association
Episode: The emergency in Alberta's acute care system
Kerry Black
Associate Professor and Canada Research Chair of Civil Engineering at the University of Calgary
University of Calgary
Episode: What the hell happened to Calgary's water system? And who else should be worried?

Host

Rob Breakenridge
Host and veteran broadcaster with a focus on local issues and political commentary.

Reviews

5.0 out of 5 stars from 11 ratings
  • Professional, Unbiased Approach

    It’s my first time listening to this podcast, but I’m impressed. I like how the host got right into the topic without a bunch of silliness at the beginning, which is often the case with some podcasts. He had great guests who were well versed in the topic, and he asked good questions.

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    pdlecour
    Canada10 months ago

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Key themes from listener reviews, highlighting what works and what could be improved about the show.

Audience members commend the focus on Alberta's specific challenges and political landscape.
Listeners appreciate the podcast's professional and unbiased approach to current issues.
There is a positive reception for the insightful guests and relevant topics.

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Pessimism Grows Among Alberta Teachers as Government Insists Help is On The Way
Q: Were teachers a part of the process of gathering data on classroom sizes and complexities?
While teachers provided the data, they were not part of the decision-making process for the Cabinet Committee and their input was limited.
Pessimism Grows Among Alberta Teachers as Government Insists Help is On The Way
Q: What is classroom complexity intended to refer to?
Classroom complexity refers to the diverse challenges faced by students, such as learning disabilities, language barriers, and varying needs.
Pessimism Grows Among Alberta Teachers as Government Insists Help is On The Way
Q: What stood out to you about the results of that survey?
Teachers indicated growing complexities in their classrooms and felt that necessary support for their students is decreasing.
Pessimism Grows Among Alberta Teachers as Government Insists Help is On The Way
Q: Has anything really changed since then?
No, the issues have only deepened since the teachers were ordered back to work, and skepticism towards the government's announcement remains high.
All eyes on Battle River - Crowfoot. Why an Alberta byelection has taken on national significance
Q: What prompted you to join this race?
Bonnie Critchley mentioned a sense of duty and concern over the degradation of democracy in Canada.

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Focusing on timely and pressing issues affecting Alberta and the broader Canadian context, this podcast covers a wide array of topics such as politics, energy, healthcare, and education. The discussions often feature insights from experts and leaders in various fields, providing listeners with a combination of narrative analysis and direct commentary on the political and social landscape. Unique elements include a strong emphasis on local perspectives and the implications of national policies on provincial affairs, making it particularly noteworthy for those interested in Alberta's intricate political environment.

In each episode, guests contribute to discussions that range from the impact of policy changes in the energy sector to the comp... more

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2. Quito Maggi
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