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This is Calgary

CBC
Calgary
Potholes
Community Engagement
Mobility Maintenance
Poplar Trees
CBC Podcast
Public Service
Real Estate
Green Line
1988 Olympics
Road Safety
Electric Bikes
Ranchman's
Marda Loop
Country Music
Eau Claire Market
Vehicle Damage
Inglewood
Conservative Party
Calgary Stampede

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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Safety is top of mind this election. From hiring more cops to creating more integrated social services, we get into what candidates are saying about the problem, what the stats say and what some solutions may be.

The provincial government has spoken, and so the city must listen. An election law overhaul means candidates can join a party and see how it fits. And already a poster campaign is ruffling feathers. We dive into that in the first of our election epis... more

Calgary has a new professional women's soccer team and a new women's sports bar with a catchy name. We'll hear if seats at McMahon Stadium and Goal Diggers pub are filling up.

Strike on, strike off? Book ban, books back? School sports forms? There’s a lot going on in public schools in Alberta right now. Reporter Janet French brings us the latest.

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Charlie Wang
Interim CEO at Centre for Newcomers
Centre for Newcomers
Episode: Take a number! Free English language classes for new Calgarians can’t meet demand
Marite Rojas
A newcomer from Bolivia sharing her personal journey of moving to Calgary and learning English
Episode: Take a number! Free English language classes for new Calgarians can’t meet demand
Tyler McCombs
Founder and CEO of Devon and Lang, which sells men's and women's underwear and apparel
Devon and Lang
Episode: Tariffs: yeah, but what about Alberta?
Carlo Dade
Director of International Policy at the University of Calgary's School of Public Policy
University of Calgary
Episode: Tariffs: yeah, but what about Alberta?
Jesse Stewart
Associate professor of linguistics at the University of Saskatchewan
University of Saskatchewan
Episode: Say our city's name right, Saskatchewan!
Dorothy Hicks
Resident of Moosejaw, Saskatchewan, originally from Alberta
Episode: Say our city's name right, Saskatchewan!
Chase Zaba
18-year-old University of Calgary student involved in the Calgary Bow United Conservative Association
Calgary Bow United Conservative Association
Episode: How young Calgary conservatives say "betrayal" got them into politics
Sally Jo
24-year-old law student from Calgary attending school in St. Louis, Missouri
Law School in St. Louis
Episode: How young Calgary conservatives say "betrayal" got them into politics
Mike Clark
Owner of Mikey's Juke Joint
Episode: How getting 'bums in seats' and competing with Taylor Swift drive live music in YYC

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Jenny Howe
Jenny Howe hosts discussions exploring topics relevant to Calgary and its communities, reflecting on local narratives, cultural integration, and civic engagement.
Anis Heydari
Former host and senior reporter covering business and economics, sharing perspectives on the complexities of local issues and community engagement.

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4.7 out of 5 stars from 57 ratings
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    I want to say thank you for your job. It is great. Keep going!

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    Canada8 months ago

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Calgary is a country music city, but how?
Q: How do you see Alberta's role in the current country music scene?
Alberta has a significant role in the current country music scene, with many artists pushing forward, particularly female artists from the province.
Calgary is a country music city, but how?
Q: How does Calgary become a country music place?
The spread of country music to Calgary can be attributed to the movement of people bringing their music and the technological advancements in radio that made country music accessible.
Calgary is a country music city, but how?
Q: Where did country music originate?
Country music originated in the late 1920s, with a significant recording session in Bristol, Tennessee, in 1927, which many consider the start of the genre.
Yes, there ARE more potholes this year in Calgary — so what's going on?
Q: Just help me contextualize for folks a little bit, what this money can do by almost zooming in quite a bit. How much does it cost to fill like one pothole?
If we break it down, we're somewhere in the region of about $150 to $200 to fill just a normal pothole.
Yes, there ARE more potholes this year in Calgary — so what's going on?
Q: When did the pothole map start?
We got going with the pothole map in about 2020, it went live in 2022, making it publicly available.

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The content primarily explores the unique aspects of living in Calgary, covering a variety of themes including politics, community engagement, cultural integration, and social challenges. Episodes delve into topics such as the city's historical voting patterns, the challenges faced by newcomers in acquiring language skills, and the dynamics of local events like live music performances. Notably, discussions often include perspectives from residents, experts, and newcomers sharing their experiences, painting a vivid picture of Calgary's diversity and nuances. This engaging narrative invites listeners who are interested in understanding the intricate layers of urban life and social issues in Calgary.

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4. Carlo Dade
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8. Sally Jo

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