Real Talk Ryan Jespersen Road Trip Round-Up: The Best of Real Talk
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Aug 1, 2025 Explore the political landscape in Canada, focusing on rising independent candidates and the impact of recent controversies. Delve into the challenges of accountability within the hockey community and the necessity for cultural changes. Discover insights on immigration issues affecting local agriculture and communities, alongside nostalgic reminiscing about favorite Canadian TV shows. Discuss the implications of political debates, progressive conservatism, and the significance of community engagement in the Edmonton mayoral race.
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Impact of ICE Raids on Agriculture
- ICE raids in California are causing agricultural labor shortages with fruit rotting in fields.
- Fear of deportation keeps essential workers from showing up to harvest crops.
Canadian NATO Spending Challenge
- Canada must dramatically increase military spending to meet NATO commitments.
- Funding this will require cuts, tax increases, or debt despite public resistance.
Extremism in Canadian Military
- Extremism and white supremacist ideology exist within the Canadian military, fueled by lack of diversity.
- Diverse recruitment could help counteract this embedded problem.