Best Ryan Jespersen Podcasts (2025)

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Is Party Loyalty Polluting Politics? 1:39:26

2h ago1:39:26

1:39:26

Political parties are managing members like never before. Elected representatives toe the party line or face consequences. Floor crossings swing vote results. Public abuse toward dissenting politicians is at an all-time high. In this episode, political scientists Alex Marland and Jared Wesley (4:30) take us on a deep dive into how party loyalty fac…

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Will Ottawa and Alberta call a truce? | Ryan Jespersen 25:04

8d ago25:04

25:04

Prime Minister Mark Carney and Alberta Premier Danielle Smith have come up with an energy deal that could reshape the relationship between Alberta and Ottawa. Playbook’s Nick Taylor-Vaisey and Mickey Djuric break down what’s really driving their tentative alliance — and whether it marks the dawn of a new era in Canadian politics. Meanwhile, Conserv…

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Real Talk with Ryan Jespersen x EvC | Energy, the Economy, and the Environment 1:00:17

29d ago1:00:17

1:00:17

David, Sara, and Ed join Real Talk with Ryan Jespersen for a live on-air conversation. Their decidedly non-spooky Halloween round-table discussion covered a lot of climate and energy ground, including the G7, critical minerals, carbon capture and storage, and oat milk cream liquor. (Well admittedly that last one is not a climate and energy topic, b…

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Results Are In: Best of Alberta Politics // Referendum Details 1:45:13

12h ago1:45:13

1:45:13

Who's the Best MLA in Alberta? How about the Best Cabinet Minister? Who's the Most Effective Opposition MLA or the Best Question Period Performer? We reveal the results of Daveberta's annual Best of Alberta Politics Survey (3:15) in our feature interview presented by Mercedes-Benz Edmonton West. THIS EPISODE IS PRESENTED BY RAPIDEX FINANCIAL, A PRO…

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Marc Miller tests Carney’s rules | R.J. Simpson 22:00

22h ago22:00

22:00

Mark Carney battles pipeline fallout and adds a new and potentially disruptive face to his Cabinet: Canadian Identity and Culture Minister Marc Miller. Then, Northwest Territories Premier R.J. Simpson joins the Playbook Canada podcast. Nick Taylor-Vaisey is POLITICO’s Ottawa bureau chief and co-author of POLITICO’s Canada Playbook newsletter Mickey…

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Dual-Delivery Health Care // MLAs Sued by UCP 1:43:25

1d ago1:43:25

1:43:25

Alberta is moving to a "dual-delivery" healthcare model, blending public and private delivery of select surgeries. Meantime, two former UCP MLAs are being sued by the party as they attempt to revive the "Progressive Conservative" brand. In this episode, we get the goods directly from Minister Adriana LaGrange (3:00) and MLAs Peter Guthrie and Scott…

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The Method to Mark Carney’s Madness 1:26:03

3d ago1:26:03

1:26:03

Did P.M. Mark Carney pull the wool over Premier Danielle Smith's eyes with the Ottawa-Alberta pipeline agreement? Max Fawcett thinks so. In this episode, the lead columnist for Canada's National Observer lays out the method to Mark Carney's madness (11:10). But first... 4:45 | It's Giving Tuesday. Jespo, Johnny, and Max share which charity they're …

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Canada-Alberta Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) Energy Agreement | Hot Take 43:03

3d ago43:03

43:03

There are many takes on the big Carney-Smith energy agreement – we thought you could use one more. The new Canada–Alberta MOU unveiled last Thursday is already generating more chatter than a pipeline hearing, and has set off a fresh round of debate about economy, emissions, and where the country is headed on energy. The hot takes have been flying. …

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Take a Bow 1:24:58

3d ago1:24:58

1:24:58

Text Carole & Andrew In this episode: Mike’s Rewind Dawn’s Fact Check Listener Questions, Comments & Reviews Michelle’s Random Thought – Miracle Whip Douchebag of the Week – Woman assaults Harvey’s employee WTF – Woman argues though the order board of a Wendy’s drive-thru Dipshit – HOA Board member stops boys from fishing Freakout – Woman gets arre…

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Separatists Dividing the United Conservatives 2:09:42

4d ago2:09:42

2:09:42

We've seen this play before. The right-wing flank of a Conservative party, feeling underrepresented and dissatisfied, breaks away from the "mainstream" movement to form its own entity. Will that be the case with separatist members of Alberta's United Conservative Party? THIS EPISODE IS PRESENTED BY HANSEN DISTILLERY'S NORTHERN EYES SEVEN YEAR WHISK…

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"A Pipeline is a Nation-Building Artery!" 5:58

6d ago5:58

5:58

Real Talkers Michael, Robert, Kurt, and Cal chime in on the pipeline deal, while Bryn has an important message about addiction. It's The Flamethrower presented by the DQs of Northwest Edmonton and Sherwood Park! WHEN YOU VISIT THE DQs IN PALISADES, NAMAO, NEWCASTLE, WESTMOUNT, AND BASELINE ROAD, BE SURE TO TELL 'EM REAL TALK SENT YOU! FOLLOW US ON …

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Pipeline Deal Debated // Can We Solve Homelessness? 1:25:35

7d ago1:25:35

1:25:35

Ottawa and Alberta have signed off on an agreement to build a new pipeline to northwest B.C. How long 'til shovels are in the ground? Who will pay for it? Or, could pushback from Premier Eby's office or coastal First Nations stop the project from happening? 3:30 | Dr. Tom Gunton, Dr. Heather Exner-Pirot, and Sharan Kaur give us their assessment of …

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Pipeline Power Play // Food Insecurity 1:47:36

8d ago1:47:36

1:47:36

It's official: Alberta and Ottawa have jointly agreed on a path forward for a new bitumen pipeline to the B.C. coast. In this episode, Politico's Ottawa bureau chief Nick Taylor-Vaisey (4:00) lays out what happens next, and what it means for B.C., First Nations, Alberta, and Mark Carney's Liberal government. THIS EPISODE IS PRESENTED BY HANSEN DIST…

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Poilievre & Alberta Separatists Push Back on Pipeline Deal 1:30:52

9d ago1:30:52

1:30:52

No wonder Pierre Poilievre is unhappy. Mark Carney took a page from Poilievre's playbook and axed the (carbon) tax, and now the Liberal Prime Minister's getting set for a pipeline announcement alongside Alberta's UCP Premier Danielle Smith. It's no wonder the federal Conservative leader is doing his best to discredit the deal. We open this episode …

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Poll: Conservatives Dissatisfied with Democracy 1:25:22

10d ago1:25:22

1:25:22

Just 52% of Conservatives polled believe democracy is working in Canada. That's down from nearly 90% just over a decade ago. Pollster Janet Brown and political scientist Dr. Duane Bratt dig into the downward trend in this episode (5:00), presented by our friends at Hansen Distillery. CHECK OUT HANSEN'S HOLIDAY LIQUEURS: https://hansendistillery.com…

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Supriya in Studio: Party, Pipeline, and Other Politics 1:22:39

11d ago1:22:39

1:22:39

Real Talk turns five! Our pal Supriya Dwivedi makes the trip from Toronto to hang out in our Edmonton studio for this special episode presented by our friends at RapidEx Financial. In our feature interview presented by Mercedes-Benz Edmonton West, Supriya and Ryan get into drama at Real Talk's Fifth Birthday Bash, Mark Carney and Danielle Smith's p…

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"Going after trans kids is just WRONG!" 2:23:53

13d ago2:23:53

2:23:53

Elizabeth May reversed course on Mark Carney's first budget, ultimately voting in favour of it (helping the Liberals' minority government survive). What went on behind the scenes? The Green Party leader and longtime MP tells us what changed her mind (6:30) in our feature interview presented by Mercedes-Benz Edmonton West. THIS EPISODE IS PRESENTED …

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Elizabeth May // Corb Lund Fights Big Coal 2:23:53

15d ago2:23:53

2:23:53

Elizabeth May reversed course on Mark Carney's first budget, ultimately voting in favour of it (helping the Liberals' minority government survive). What went on behind the scenes? The Green Party leader and longtime MP tells us what changed her mind (6:30) in our feature interview presented by Mercedes-Benz Edmonton West. THIS EPISODE IS PRESENTED …

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Sara & Ed - Help Us Reach Our Annual Listener Fundraising Goal 2:06

15d ago2:06

2:06

For us, delivering content about energy and climate is a labour of love – we put our time towards Energy vs Climate because we feel strongly about the public service benefit of the project. But there are costs for our producer, website, Ed’s manicures, and more. (OK one of those isn’t true.) That's why this show relies on the support of generous do…

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Carney abroad, Trump on the back foot | Jamil Jivani 22:41

15d ago22:41

22:41

As Mark Carney takes his tenth trip to enlist “reliable partners” in the trade war and to ease Canada’s reliance on the United States, Donald Trump is feeling the burn from political setbacks across the border. POLITICO’s Mickey Djuric and guest co-host Jack Blanchard, from Playbook Washington, D.C., break down how Carney’s personal rapport with Tr…

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Alberta Overrides Courts Again // New Pipeline News 1:56:03

16d ago1:56:03

1:56:03

Alberta's UCP government is going back to the notwithstanding clause for the second time in three weeks, in this case to protect three laws dealing specifically with transgender youth. Supporters of Premier Danielle Smith's strategy with Bill 9 say it ensures parents are involved in major decisions. Critics say it's an attack on rights and protecti…

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Rewiring a Nation of 1.4 Billion: India’s Energy Transition with Dr. Jai Asundi 45:43

16d ago45:43

45:43

David, Sara, and Ed chat with Dr. Jai Asundi, Executive Director of the Center for Study of Science, Technology and Policy (CSTEP), an independent Indian think tank. Dr. Asundi has been leading CSTEP since 2009, connecting data, modeling, and policy to tackle India's energy and climate challenges. They dive into India's electricity grid, the EV rev…

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Carney Survives Nailbiter // Alberta's Pipeline Math 1:41:26

17d ago1:41:26

1:41:26

Your holiday plans won't be interrupted by another federal election, as Mark Carney's minority Liberal government survives its third confidence vote in as many weeks, passing the federal budget by a vote of 170-168. We talk to Canada's National Observer lead columnist Max Fawcett (6:20) about the factors at play (including promises made), and where…

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Liberals’ Make or Break Budget Vote 1:44:40

18d ago1:44:40

1:44:40

Today's the day we'll find out if PM Mark Carney's minority government survives. Will the Liberals be able to find those two votes outside their caucus, or will enough Opposition MPs abstain from voting to allow Carney's minority government survive? Minister Eleanor Olszewski (4:00) tells us where her head's at heading into the vote. THIS EPISODE I…

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"People Should Defy the Law if the Law is Wrong!" 8:02

20d ago8:02

8:02

Cam in a Pizzeria says public debates about minimum wage are missing major details, Coreen and Robert have thoughts on our Nov. 12 Brian Lilley interview, Jason has a theory about MP Matt Jeneroux's early retirement, Chris has a message for would-be homebuyers, and Laura says she's willing to go to jail to fight for workers' rights. It's The Flamet…

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“Big” Oil Betrays Landowners and Taxpayers 1:25:43

21d ago1:25:43

1:25:43

Rural Alberta is not backing down. In recent town halls, long-time farmers and landowners jeered senior UCP political staffers pitching the government’s plan for cleaning up decades of oil and gas well problems. They see broken trust — and they’re demanding real accountability. In this episode, we’re joined by Drew Anderson of The Narwhal (3:00), w…

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Where Has Naheed Nenshi Been? 1:53:15

22d ago1:53:15

1:53:15

Many Albertans expected more of a splash from Naheed Nenshi. The leader of Alberta's Official Opposition NDP - formerly the mayor of Calgary - hasn't secured as much of the spotlight as some expected. Look no further than the very first comments in our Real Talk Live Chat the minute this episode started streaming. That's exactly where we begin our …

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Carney’s hinge moment | Elizabeth May 20:00

22d ago20:00

20:00

Prime Minister Mark Carney enters a make-or-break confidence vote on Monday still short of support, all while projecting confidence and bypassing the U.N. COP climate summit. On this episode of the Playbook Canada podcast, co-hosts Nick Taylor-Vaisey and Mickey Djuric dive into the budget math in the House, Carney’s climate calculations and Privy C…

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Epstein & Trump, Canada's EV Mandate, & Caucus Revolts 1:48:12

23d ago1:48:12

1:48:12

Bombshell emails released just moments before we started streaming this episode suggest Donald Trump hasn't exactly been truthful about his friendship with Jeffrey Epstein and his knowledge of what was going on. Jespo and Johnny open the show with what the emails (released by Democrats on the House Oversight Committee) imply, and what remains to be…

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Remembrance Day: Lest We Forget 1:28:56

24d ago1:28:56

1:28:56

On this special Remembrance Day edition of Real Talk, we highlight the stories that shape who we are as Canadians. In our feature interview presented by Mercedes-Benz Edmonton West, Lt.-Col. (Ret.) and former MP Laurie Hawn joins us with a lifetime of service and perspective from the cockpit to Parliament Hill (3:00). Randall Purvis, co-founder of …

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Carney Triggers Pipeliners // Trump Stadium (??) 1:31:23

25d ago1:31:23

1:31:23

Prime Minister Mark Carney calls pipelines "boring" in front of a Toronto audience, triggering protests from Opposition Leader Pierre Poilievre and conservative commentators. What are we to make of such candid speech (25:00)? And what about the Liberal fishing expedition targeting frustrated Conservative MPs (5:30)? We take on the top headlines wit…

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Season 7 Finale 1:33:57

26d ago1:33:57

1:33:57

Text Carole & Andrew In this episode: Mike’s Rewind Dawn’s Fact Check Listener Questions, Comments & Reviews Michelle’s Random Thought – Eating Salads Dick of the Week – Woman gets her neighbour’s car towed WTF – Woman admits to attempted murder Liar – Door Dash driver eats order Freakout – Guy does not want a fence built Crazy – Woman accuses rest…

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"We're Being Eroded by Progressives!" 5:07

27d ago5:07

5:07

Rick from the Sticks draws a line from NYC's new mayor to Alberta separation, Kara's looking for more from Pierre Poilievre, Michael's not so sincere in his "thank you" to Alberta Premier Danielle Smith, and Anne's waiting for ballroom construction to begin at the Alberta Legislature. It's The Flamethrower presented by the DQs of Northwest Edmonton…

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Matt Jeneroux's Out // Future-Shaping Millennials 1:57:41

28d ago1:57:41

1:57:41

Another blow to Pierre Poilievre's Conservatives, as longtime Alberta MP Matt Jeneroux announces his resignation. What does this mean for PM Mark Carney's minority government (and the Official Opposition CPC) moving forward? We open this show with a follow up (1:30) on what the Real Talk Rumour Mill reported in our most recent episode. THIS EPISODE…

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Will More MPs Cross the Floor to the Liberals? 1:42:47

29d ago1:42:47

1:42:47

The Real Talk Rumour Mill reports multiple Conservative MPs are being approached by the Liberals to join MP Chris d'Entremont and cross the floor. Rumours include two prominent Alberta MPs - one of them Conservative, one of them not. What're the chances this strategy saves PM Mark Carney from a nail-biter of a budget vote that could trigger another…

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Budget, betrayal and bird flu | François-Philippe Champagne 20:02

29d ago20:02

20:02

Ottawa is abuzz after Conservative MP Chris d'Entremont crossed the floor Tuesday — and suddenly an outright majority for Prime Minister Mark Carney looks within reach. On this week's show, hosts Nick Taylor-Vaisey and Mickey Djuric break down the latest from Ottawa and beyond, including Carney’s efforts to recruit more floor-crossers; the next cha…

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Budget 2025 Breakdown: Jobs, the Economy, Housing, and More 1:51:50

1M ago1:51:50

1:51:50

Mark Carney’s first federal budget is out, and it’s a bold statement from a Prime Minister trying to prove he’s not just the banker-in-chief, but a nation-builder with a plan. Billions are flowing into housing, clean energy, and industry, but does any of this actually benefit Alberta? Is Budget 2025 economic vision — or political survival disguised…

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Doug Ford: “I’d Never Apologize to Donald Trump.” 1:38:42

1M ago1:38:42

1:38:42

It's federal Budget Day - will PM Mark Carney secure enough support outside his Liberal caucus to maintain confidence in his minority government? We open this episode with a look at what's at stake. THIS EPISODE IS PRESENTED BY HANSEN DISTILLERY: https://hansendistillery.com/ 14:00 | Ontario Premier Doug Ford says you "could put (him) in a stretchi…

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Another Federal Election? Already?? 1:34:56

1M ago1:34:56

1:34:56

It's possible Canadians could be headed BACK to the polls less than eight months after the most recent federal election. It all hinges on whether or not PM Mark Carney can garner enough support for his budget from Conservative, Bloc, or NDP MPs. So, what are the chances? THIS EPISODE IS PRESENTED BY RAPIDEX FINANCIAL: https://rapidexfinancial.com/ …

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"Alberta is a Laughingstock!" 11:23

1M ago11:23

11:23

Real Talkers are FIRED UP over teachers being ordered back to class. We've got hot takes from Tobias, Travis, Perry, KP, JP, Tavis, Rob, Brandon, Justin, Amy, Shawn, GreeceBall, and Robert in this episode of The Flamethrower presented by the DQs of Northwest Edmonton and Sherwood Park. FIRE UP YOUR FLAMETHROWER: [email protected] When you visi…

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Energy, the Economy, and the Environment 1:27:42

1M ago1:27:42

1:27:42

Is it possible to protect jobs and save the planet at the same time? Do Canadians have to choose between low emissions and affordable energy? Are we doing enough on energy and water security? How should we prepare communities for a future where extreme weather events are not the exception but the norm? 6:30 | Energy vs. Climate podcast co-hosts Ed …

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A Conversation With Real Talk Podcast host Ryan Jespersen 1:21:00

1M ago1:21:00

1:21:00

Text Carole & Andrew Andrew sat down in studio with former CHED announcer Ryan Jespersen to catch up and talk about what was and what could have been had they done the "Jespersen & Grose Show" and about being taken off the air before launching his massively successful podcast: Real Talk. Support the show…

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Albertans Cry Foul on UCP Teachers’ Strike Tactics 1:46:13

1M ago1:46:13

1:46:13

It's official: we've received more emails and YouTube comments about Alberta's teachers' strike (and the way the UCP ended it) than any other subject in Real Talk's five year history. This is YOUR show, and you've got the floor throughout this episode, including emails from Real Talkers Rodger, Megan, LG, Principal D, Jill, Kyle, Shelley, and Colin…

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Playing chicken on Parliament Hill + Foreign Affairs Minister Anita Anand 26:20

1M ago26:20

26:20

On the world premiere Playbook Canada podcast, hosts Nick Taylor-Vaisey and Mickey Djuric take you inside the budget brinkmanship, leadership jitters and diplomatic dust-ups driving this week in Canada — plus 200 seconds with Foreign Affairs Minister Anita Anand. Nick Taylor-Vaisey is POLITICO’s Ottawa bureau chief and co-author of POLITICO’s Canad…

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Alberta Teachers Head Back to Class "Demoralized" 1:51:52

1M ago1:51:52

1:51:52

740,000 students and 51,000 teachers are back in Alberta classrooms after an emotional three weeks away. In this episode, we hear from politicians, parents, teachers, and a high school student on the true impact of the teachers' strike and the government's use of the notwithstanding clause to end it. 6:20 | Alberta's Minister of Education Demetrios…

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Teachers Ordered Back - General Strike Looming? 2:03:55

1M ago2:03:55

2:03:55

Labour leaders are calling it an "act of war," as Premier Danielle Smith invokes the notwithstanding clause, orders teachers back to work, and imposes a four-year collective contract. What's the average Albertan to make of the UCP government's move? Will other unions across the province go on strike to support the teachers? We get into it with poli…

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Trump Hissy Fit // Alberta Separatists Rally 1:46:09

1M ago1:46:09

1:46:09

Donald Trump says he "doesn't want to talk to Mark Carney anytime soon" after Doug Ford ran World Series ads quoting Ronald Reagan on tariffs. Not only is the Canada-U.S. relationship not improving...it's getting worse, as POTUS announced additional tariffs in response to the ad campaign. So, what now? We ask former senior advisor to the PMO Supriy…

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Introducing Playbook Canada 0:57

1M ago0:57

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POLITICO’s Nick Taylor-Vaisey and Mickey Djuric bring to life the stories that are driving the news in Ottawa and beyond — drawing on their deep reporting from Parliament Hill and across the provinces. New episodes every Thursday, starting October 30. Nick Taylor-Vaisey is POLITICO’s Ottawa bureau chief and co-author of POLITICO’s Canada Playbook n…

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"If anyone needs a spanking, it's this government!" 8:05

1M ago8:05

8:05

Real Talkers Robb and AJ are choked at how Election Day played out; Mr. Dad and Mike are following the money Alberta spends on education; Vera and Marcus have strong opinions on the teachers' strike, and Tracey is just tiiiiiiiiired of it all. It's The Flamethrower presented by the DQs of Northwest Edmonton and Sherwood Park! FIRE UP YOUR FLAMETHRO…

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Teachers Choked, Nenshi Back, Trump Pissed 1:46:17

1M ago1:46:17

1:46:17

Voters (and candidates) are demanding a third party audit after Edmonton's election was marred by long waits, missing ballot boxes, and dramatic recounts. Thousands of teachers rally outside the Legislature (22:00) as the Throne Speech is read, days ahead of being ordered back to work. And President Donald Trump says trade talks are off with Canada…

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