Ryan Jespersen

Will David Eby's snap election call go down as one of the worst political blunders in Canadian history? @supriya.bsky.social says yes...and former B.C. Premier @christyclarkca.bsky.social couldn't be happier. What do you think? #bcpoli #cdnpoli #RealTalkRJ

Lorne Doerkson went from relative unknown to B.C.'s next premier within a month. Former Premier @christyclarkca.bsky.social says Doerkson is exactly what British Columbia needs right now. Do you agree? Catch the interview on the #RealTalkRJ YouTube channel & wherever you get your podcasts. #bcpoli

"Surgeons, physicians, nurses...standing on guard." When tragedy struck at CFB Wainwright on October 17, hundreds of medical personnel from across Alberta and beyond mobilized to help. Acute Care Alberta's Dr. Sayeh Zielke explains how the first twelve hours unfolded. #RealTalkRJ #Wainwright

"There were promises made." Former UCP cabinet minister and now Progressive Tory Party of Alberta leader Peter Guthrie says Alberta is "in this mess today" because Premier Danielle Smith "courted" separatists. So what happens now? Catch the full interview on the #RealTalkRJ YouTube channel. #abpoli

Artificial Intelligence is making cybercrime faster, more accessible, and harder to detect. From convincing scams to increasingly sophisticated attacks, Cary and Misha from North Road Investment Counsel tell us how to prepare for what’s coming. MORE: www.northroadic.com/digital-risk...

"They've pissed off pro-Canada people and the separatists at the same time." Former UCP cabinet minister and now Progressive Tory Party of Alberta leader Peter Guthrie comes out swinging on #RealTalkRJ. Catch the full interview on our YouTube channel or wherever you get your podcasts. #abpoli

Are some of Danielle Smith's loudest critics about to get kicked out of the UCP? Melissa Caouette and Erika Barootes say it's the right move. Do you agree? Catch the full October 21 episode on the #RealTalkRJ YouTube channel and wherever you get your podcasts. #abpoli #cdnpoli

Edmonton is Canada’s largest major city without a dedicated school of architecture. Dr. Henry Tsang explains why that matters, and how @athabascau.bsky.social's RAIC Centre for Architecture could help change the future of the city's built environment. Learn more at athabascau.ca. #yeg #RealTalkRJ

"I get the point about an unelected Senate." PM Mark Carney made waves across the country when he told us he's "open to Constitutional reform". Can you see it happening? Catch the full October 16 interview on the #RealTalkRJ YouTube channel & wherever you get your podcasts. #cdnpoli

Alberta’s not going anywhere. 🇨🇦 Nor are Alberta separatists, who now have Premier Danielle Smith in their sights. Dr. @duanebratt.bsky.social explains. Catch the full October 20 interview on our YouTube channel and wherever you get your podcasts. #abpoli #cdnpoli #RealTalkRJ

“Alberta needs to grow up.” With the referendum behind us, it’s time for adult conversations in Alberta, says @maxfawcett.bsky.social. Do you see it the same way? Catch the full October 20 episode on the #RealTalkRJ YouTube channel and wherever you get your podcasts. #abpoli #cdnpoli

"The love and support...we do feel it." Mayor Bruce Pugh talks to #RealTalkRJ about the tragedy at CFB Wainwright, the impact on the community, and the support that’s been pouring in. Catch the full interview on our YouTube channel and wherever you get your podcasts.

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"We can't be angry at each other for the rest of our lives." Can Alberta move on after the referendum? Forever Canadian founder @lukaszukab.bsky.social says there's a way. Catch the full October 19 interview on #RealTalkRJ's YouTube channel & wherever you get your podcasts. #abpoli #cdnpoli

"We will carry on." Brigadier-General (Ret'd) Andre Corbould on the cost of service in the Canadian Armed Forces following a deadly wildfire disaster during a live-fire training exercise at CFB Wainwright. Catch the full interview on the #RealTalkRJ YouTube channel.

"If they're ready to move, we'll move." Prime Minister Mark Carney says Canada's not waiting on midterm election results to resume trade negotiations with the U.S. Catch the full interview on the #RealTalkRJ YouTube channel and wherever you get your podcasts. #cdnpoli #CUSMA

Prime Minister Mark Carney says Alberta would squander "massive opportunities" with a vote for a binding referendum on separating from Canada. Do you see it the same way? Catch the full interview on the #RealTalkRJ YouTube channel and wherever you get your podcasts. #abpoli #cdnpoli

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Could ardent Alberta separatists change their minds about leaving Canada? Tanya Clemens and Keith Wilson, co-chairs of Let Alberta Decide, say they could be convinced. Can you see it happening? Catch the full episode on the #RealTalkRJ YouTube channel and wherever you get your podcasts. #abpoli

"The husband who's been abusive to his hard-working spouse." Keith Wilson, co-chair of Let Alberta Decide, says Alberta's relationship with Ottawa is akin to domestic violence. Political scientist Dr. Feo Snagovsky isn't having it. Thoughts? Catch the full show on the #RealTalkRJ YouTube channel.

Prime Minister Mark Carney joins me in the #RealTalkRJ studio at 4pm. What's one question you want me to ask the PM? Watch or listen live or later on demand: www.ryanjespersen.com #yeg #cdnpoli

Alberta's referendum is hurting business confidence. @calgarychamber.bsky.social CEO Deborah Yedlin says the uncertainty won't automatically disappear on October 20. Catch our full interview on the #RealTalkRJ YouTube channel and wherever you get your podcasts. #yyc #abpoli #cdnpoli

RE: Alberta's Referendum, Premier Danielle Smith "needs this distraction...she needs people angry at someone else," @albertandp.ca @naheednenshi.bsky.social tells #RealTalkRJ. Catch the full October 15 interview on our YouTube channel or wherever you get your podcasts. #abpoli #cdnpoli

How will Alberta’s referendum results impact the future of Premier Danielle Smith and her United Conservative Party? Strategists @carterab.bsky.social and @zainvelji.bsky.social say it’s only a matter of time before the whole thing collapses. Do you agree? #abpoli #cdnpoli #RealTalkRJ

Alberta's referendum is weakening Canada at a critical time, says national security expert Dr. Patrick Lennox. Do you agree with him? Catch the full October 13 interview on our #RealTalkRJ YouTube channel and wherever you get your podcasts. #abpoli #cdnpoli

Alberta Premier Danielle Smith says her government stepped in on Edmonton's infill bylaw because city council wasn't listening to residents. Mayor Andrew Knack says Smith's comments are "blatantly untrue". Catch the full episode on our YouTube channel and wherever you get your podcasts. #yeg #yyc

Mayors @andrewknack.bsky.social and @jeromyyyc.bsky.social accuse Premier Danielle Smith of "sharing blatantly untrue information" and "setting us up to fail" in explosive interviews on #RealTalkRJ. Catch the full episode on our YouTube channel and wherever you get your podcasts. #yeg #yyc #abpoli

Edmonton's population is exploding, but is the city planning for what comes next? BILD Edmonton Metro is calling for a long-term strategy to accommodate a region that could reach TWO MILLION residents, and says Future Growth Area planning south of 41st Avenue needs to start now. #YEG #RealTalkRJ

The UCP is pulling rank on Edmonton council, forcing a roll back of #yeg's infill bylaw. It's the latest in a series of moves by the province, taking power away from municipalities. What do you think of the move? 👀 FULL: rtrj.info/100826infill 🎧 FULL: rtrj.info/100826 #yegcc #abpoli #RealTalkRJ

"Helping people change their lives." Canada is struggling with addiction, and #yeg is trying something different. People in crisis are getting immediate health supports and a pathway toward treatment... 👀 FULL: rtrj.info/100626DRC 🎧 FULL: rtrj.info/100626 DRC: yegdowntown.ca #yegdt #RealTalkRJ

"I owe Donald Trump a big debt of gratitude for waking me up." Carol Off explains how POTUS shook Canadians out of our status quo, forcing a conversation about patriotism, sovereignty & what it actually means to love Canada. 👀 FULL: rtrj.info/100726Off 🎧 FULL: rtrj.info/100726 #cdnpoli #RealTalkRJ

What Would Peter Lougheed Do? Alberta separatists should heed the words of the former Progressive Conservative premier, says former Liberal deputy PM Anne McLellan. Agree or disagree? 👀 FULL: rtrj.info/100626McLellan 🎧 FULL: rtrj.info/100626 #abpoli #cdnpoli #RealTalkRJ

Unelected separatists allegedly offered up Alberta's oil royalties and fresh water in exchange for American support, per an explosive report in @theglobeandmail.com. Are you surprised? 👀 FULL: rtrj.info/100526Supriya @supriya.bsky.social 🎧 FULL: rtrj.info/100526 #abpoli #cdnpoli #RealTalkRJ

"It's sad to see what's happened to our city." Stephen Mandel ignited a firestorm when he described downtown Edmonton as a "shithole" during a recent forum featuring five former #yeg mayors. He tells #RealTalkRJ what prompted his comment, and what he'd do differently... youtu.be/0V1OHACWiJU?...

"We're going to be masters of our own house." Canada's Energy Minister Tim Hodgson on sending a message to Donald Trump via the Pacific Link pipeline... 👀 FULL: rtrj.info/100226Hodgson 🎧 FULL: rtrj.info/100226 #abpoli #cdnpoli #RealTalkRJ

Will the Pacific Link pipeline kill Alberta separation for good? Shauna Feth, James Keirstead, and Debora Rice-Salomons say it will provide stability amongst chaos. How do you feel about it? 👀 FULL: rtrj.info/100126ACCRTRT 🎧 FULL: rtrj.info/100126 @albertachambers.bsky.social #RealTalkRJ

Thank you @nativecalgarian.bsky.social for contributing to such an important conversation: Conciliation vs. Reconciliation. ICYMI: rtrj.info/093026RTRT #RealTalkRJ

"Reconciliation is the wrong word." Where was your focus during National Day for Truth and Reconciliation? Podcasters Jessica Vandenberghe, @nativecalgarian.bsky.social, and George Lee talk action on #RealTalkRJ... 👀 FULL: rtrj.info/093026RTRT 🎧 FULL: rtrj.info/093026

"Supriya's #1 rule of politics: if you're AI-grabbin' your dick, you'll never be Prime Minister." 😆 @vancolour.bsky.social and @supriya.bsky.social aren't fans of the Poilievres' AI dance video. What do you think about it? 👀 FULL: rtrj.info/092926Supriy... 🎧 FULL: rtrj.info/092926 #cdnpoli

David Eby's NDP is polling nearly ten points behind the Conservatives just a week after the premier's snap election call. @vancolour.bsky.social explains how interim Conservative leader Lorne Doerkson could pull off an upset... 👀 FULL: rtrj.info/092926Supriy... 🎧: rtrj.info/092926 #bcpoli #bcpoli

Is Danielle Smith emotional over the future of Alberta and Canada, or political pressure she’s facing from separatists within her own party? @lukaszukab.bsky.social gets into it with guest host @robbreakenridge.bsky.social... 👀 FULL: rtrj.info/092526Thomas 🎧: rtrj.info/092526 #abpoli #RealTalkRJ

Are city councils operating in secret, unaccountable to the public? Mayors @andrewknack.bsky.social and @jeromyyyc.bsky.social push back on Premier Danielle Smith's suggested changes to how councils operate in Alberta. 👀 FULL: rtrj.info/092426RTRT 🎧: rtrj.info/092426 #yeg #yyc #abpoli #RealTalkRJ

Alberta's government is giving itself the power to remove municipal bike lanes. Edmonton mayor @andrewknack.bsky.social and Calgary mayor @jeromyyyc.bsky.social say it's the wrong move. What do you think? 👀 FULL: rtrj.info/092426RTRT 🎧 FULL: rtrj.info/092426 #yeg #yyc #abpoli #RealTalkRJ

"Those are not Alberta values." Former @ualberta.bsky.social chancellor Doug Stollery takes on the referendum question re: charging non-permanent residents and their families a fee to access health care and education. 👀 FULL: rtrj.info/092326RTRT 🎧: rtrj.info/092326 #abpoli #cdnpoli #RealTalkRJ

Alberta wants provincial laws to override federal laws. Legal experts say it'll never happen. Are you voting "no" to the nine immigration and constitutional referendum questions on October 19? 👀 FULL: rtrj.info/092326RTRT 🎧: rtrj.info/092326 #abpoli #cdnpoli #RealTalkRJ

Anger is political currency, and algorithms are reshaping politics. Author @babiak.bsky.social says it's impacting pretty much everything. Do you feel it? 👀 FULL: rtrj.info/092226Babiak 🎧 FULL: rtrj.info/092226 #abpoli #cdnpoli #RealTalkRJ

"They're the incels of politics." Author @babiak.bsky.social says "there's something special" about Alberta, but it's being stifled by the separation movement. Do you feel the same way? 👀 FULL: rtrj.info/092226Babiak 🎧 FULL: rtrj.info/092226 #abpoli #RealTalkRJ

It’s actually really surprised me that people don’t find it interesting that so much of this is about COVID and “old” Canada (meaning monoculture and mostly white)who found legitimacy in new and historical grievances to the extent we have to vote on it.

How do you feel about Ottawa’s plan to turn major airport operations over to private investors? @supriya.bsky.social responds to Vassy Kapelos' grilling of Transport Minister Steven MacKinnon. 👀 FULL: rtrj.info/092126Supriya 🎧 FULL: rtrj.info/092126 #cdnpoli #RealTalkRJ