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This is Calgary

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Calgary
Potholes
Alberta
Green Line
Community Engagement
Office Conversions
Calgary Stampede
CBC
17th Avenue and 14th Street
Covid-19
Canada
Municipal Government
Tariffs
Mobility Maintenance
Hudson's Bay Building
City Budget
Trade Policy
Poplar Trees
CBC Podcast
Public Service

Let’s get into the curiosities and constants that make Calgary a wonderful and sometimes frustrating place to call home. One story and conversation at a time. Hosted by Jenny Howe. Every Wednesday.

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Recent Guests

Elise Stolte
CBC Calgary producer
CBC Calgary
Episode: What 6,000 Alberta teachers have to say about classroom complexity
Dr. Monty Ghosh
Physician who specializes in addiction medicine and assistant professor at the University of Calgary
University of Calgary / Alberta health system
Episode: Why Calgary’s Supervised Consumption Site is closing
Brendan Coulter
CBC Calgary City Hall reporter
CBC
Episode: How Calgary’s municipal parties are (or aren’t) working out
Jeremy Klaszus
Founder and editor of The Sprawl, covers municipal issues in Calgary
The Sprawl
Episode: Should Calgary have a Free Fare Zone?
Darren Krause
Founder and editor of LiveWire Calgary
LiveWire Calgary
Episode: What Alberta's new budget means for Calgary
Andrew Jeffery
Reporter with CBC Calgary
CBC
Episode: What would it take for Calgary to host the Olympics again?
Kathleen Petty
Host of CBC's West of Centre podcast
CBC
Episode: A wrap on the 2026 Conservative Party convention in Calgary
Connor Bouchard
Fourth year forward for Mount Royal University
Mount Royal University
Episode: What’s at stake in the 2026 Crowchild Classic
Brooklyn Anderson
Sixth year forward for the Dinos Women's Hockey Team
University of Calgary
Episode: What’s at stake in the 2026 Crowchild Classic

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Jennifer Howe
Host of This is Calgary, frequently collaborates with CBC and local outlets on Calgary-focused issues

Reviews

4.7 out of 5 stars from 73 ratings
  • Helps me stay connected

    I made a resolution to keep up on more local news and have really been enjoying this podcast.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    JBitz93
    Canada3 months ago
  • Thank you

    I want to say thank you for your job. It is great. Keep going!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Dobrynya
    Canadaa year ago

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Guests bring diverse angles from politics to culture, which keeps discussions fresh.
Listeners often appreciate the grounded, community-focused approach.
Gives a clear view of how policy affects everyday Calgary life.
Shows strong local relevance and practical city-level insights.

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#195
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Should Calgary have a Free Fare Zone?
Q: What is the potential political cost if a mayor or council votes to remove or expand the FFZ?
There is a political cost tied to removing a long-standing, familiar benefit; supporters argue it preserves downtown accessibility, while opponents worry about service quality and downtown vitality; expansion could face pushback over revenue concerns.
Should Calgary have a Free Fare Zone?
Q: What are the main concerns about continuing or expanding the FFZ today?
Key concerns are revenue loss from extending or maintaining the zone, fare evasion under an honor system, impact on downtown businesses and traffic, and whether the zone truly benefits low-income riders or mainly serves downtown commuters and events.
Should Calgary have a Free Fare Zone?
Q: Why was the Free Fare Zone originally introduced and how did it evolve with the C Train?
It started as a downtown pilot to promote early ridership and familiarize Calgarians with rail, then evolved into a defined zone on 7th Avenue as the C Train opened, with the intention of encouraging downtown mobility and reducing upfront infrastructure.
What Alberta's new budget means for Calgary
Q: How did the budget affect infrastructure and long-term city-building plans in Calgary?
The discussion covers how infrastructure spending is tied to the city's ability to access funds via rate models (e.g., water infrastructure funded through rates) and how notable projects like the Green Line remain funded, while others, including transit connections, see funding gaps that could impede growth and mobility.
What Alberta's new budget means for Calgary
Q: What specific Calgary priorities were overlooked or underfunded in Budget 2026?
Krause notes the lack of funding for the Bears Paw Feeder Main project, the airport connector, and additional police/enforcement measures, despite some municipal gains elsewhere; the overall message is that Calgary isn't getting back what it's taxed at the city level.

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A Calgary-focused talk show exploring city life, governance, infrastructure, culture, and neighbourhood stories through in-depth conversations with local journalists, politicians, business owners, and residents. Episodes span municipal issues like water infrastructure, budget debates, and planning, to vibrant cultural scenes such as theatre spaces and genre books, often tying history and current events to everyday Calgary life. A standout trait is its mix of policy-driven analysis with community voices, producing accessible context for listeners who want to understand how decisions shape the city and what local initiatives mean for residents and small businesses.

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2. Dr. Monty Ghosh
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7. Kathleen Petty
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