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"To all the folks I've blocked before..." Ryan delivers an important reminder about social media in this week's edition of Trash Talk presented by Local Environmental Services.
7:55 | Seriously podcast co-host Supriya Dwivedi takes a look at Jean Charest's attack ad aimed at Pierre Poilievre, and Elizabeth May's intent to take back the leadership of the federal Green Party.
…1:08 | For the first time in this UCP leadership race, Albertans had their first chance Wednesday night to hear from candidates vying to be the next Premier. Edmonton Journal reporter Ashley Joannou …
9:03 | Aaron Paquette is an award-winning author, artist, and the first Indigenous councillor in Edmonton's history. He discusses his involvement in the "Grandin mural" project years ago, and his exp…
8:16 | She was in Maskwacis for Pope Francis' apology for residential schools, and her coverage of the papal visit continues as journalist Dani Paradis joins us live ahead of mass at Commonwealth Sta…
12:49 | Millions of Canadians are appalled by allegations of sexual assault involving Team Canada players from the 2003 and 2018 World Junior Hockey Championships. Veteran hockey writer Ken Campbell …
Lousy dishwashers and lazy commentary are in the crosshairs in this edition of Trash Talk presented by Local Environmental Services!
2:17 | Days away from the Pope's visit to his home territory of Ermineskin Cree Nation, Dr. Matthew Wildcat talks about the mixed feelings survivors are experiencing. Wildcat, a professor of politica…
6:13 | Hockey culture is in the crosshairs now perhaps more than ever, as several high-profile stories are shining a spotlight on Canada's favourite sport. Ryan opens the show addressing allegations …
0:01 | It's Launch Day for Seriously with Supriya & Ryan! We kick off today's Real Talk just moments after recording episode one of our new weekly show, and chat a bit about the format, and what our …
5:36 | Are you still wearing a mask in public? Ryan reviews the results of an unofficial, unscientific Twitter poll prompted by yesterday's show.
CHECK OUT THE RESULTS: https://twitter.com/ryanjespe…
12:34 | Canada's ICUs are strained, to say the least. Critical care capabilities are compromised across the country, as COVID-19 continues to impact healthcare delivery. A new report from the Royal S…
The Real Talk inbox was slammed with submissions after a couple segments this week - namely, Evander Kane re-signing with the Edmonton Oilers, and Danielle Smith discussing her UCP leadership bid. Ry…
3:00 | We kick off today's show featuring audience feedback after Ryan's interview with Danielle Smith. Some of you loved it, some of you hated it, and it seems everybody has something to say about i…
3:43 | She's easily the most polarizing candidate in the United Conservative Party leadership race, and quite likely a frontrunner. Danielle Smith joins Ryan to discuss her upcoming rally with Theore…
9:05 | Canada's Premiers have the feds in their crosshairs following annual meetings hosted and chaired by John Horgan in BC. Supriya Dwivedi cuts through the noise, political posturing, and hyperbol…
4:30 | You'll never be left wondering how Erica Ifill feels about something. The "Bad and Bitchy" podcast host, who also happens to be an economist, brings huge energy to political conversations that…
Stolen: Surviving St. Michael's is one of the most powerful podcasts you'll ever hear. Journalist Connie Walker takes us into the very personal process of putting it all together. But first...
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We wrap up our work week by blowing off steam, thanks to Trash Talk presented by Local Environmental. Find out why Real Talker "Rob M" refuses to accept Ryan's assessment of Alberta's "budget surplus…
4:43 | A nation is in shock after former Japanese PM Shinzo Abe was assassinated while speaking at a campaign event. Ryan opens the show with a few key details on the developing story.
7:48 | Supriy…