Real Talk Ryan Jespersen

1:58 | Political analyst Supriya Dwivedi unpacks Quebec Premier François Legault's vague plan to impose a health tax on Quebecers who refuse to get their first dose of a COVID-19 vaccine. 18:40 | The indie online magazine, The Local, created a citizen-powered tool for anonymous reporting of rapid antigen test results in Toronto public schools. The editor-in-chief, Tai Huynh, explains what they found and how other jurisdictions can learn from it. 35:45 | #MyJasper Memories | Ryan explores the many ways to enjoy Jasper National Park this January, while still practicing pandemic safety. Presented by Tourism Jasper.  38:16 | What the future holds for retail while malls die, the supply chain faces disruptions, people are guilted about "shopping local," and digital commerce flourishes, with Harvard retail instructor, Bob Gibbs and U of A School of Business' Heather Thomson.

11:49 | VICE journalist Anya Zoledziowski and the Clinical Department Head for Emergency Medicine for the Calgary Zone, Dr. Eddy Lang discuss the growing frustration and exhaustion with the pandemic which is tempting people to get Omicron and get it over with. 39:14 | Cree-Metis archeologist Dr. Paulette Steeves on creating the first comprehensive database of Residential Schools, Indian Hospitals, and Indian Day Schools in Canada, pre and post confederation. 54:53 | Question of the Week | Ryan reviews Real Talkers 2021 takeaways. Presented by Y Station

13:46 | Alberta Teachers’ Association president Jason Schilling on students and teachers returning to in-person learning on Monday, January 10 before all schools across the province receive rapid tests and medical-grade masks. 45:34 | Cook and contributing food editor for the Globe and Mail, Julie Van Rosendaal explains why she hosted a variety of free cooking classes for kids who were out of school as a health protection measure for the Omicron surge.  1:18:22 | Positive Reflections | Ryan shines a light on the good found in the everyday. Presented by Kuby Energy

Ryan reads emails from real audience members about what's really pissing them off. Presented by Local Waste.

9:13 | A look back at 2021 through what made news over the last 12 months, with award-winning journalist Jana Pruden and political analyst Supriya Dwivedi. 39:40 | Eat Your Words | An anti-vaxxer gets put in their place for not understanding syphilis and COVID-19 are both viruses that can't simply be repelled by a healthy immune system. Presented by Prairie Catering. 42:07 | The original hockey insider Bob McKenzie discusses the NHL cancelling games and opting out of the Olympics as the Omicron variants takes hold worldwide. Oh! And his love of a good margarita. 1:15:33 | Trash Talk | Ryan reads emails from real audience members about what's really pissing them off. Presented by Local Waste.

3:42 | Ryan discusses the escalating tensions between the City of Calgary and the Calgary Sports & Entertainment Corp. over the cost to redevelop the iconic Saddledome. Plus a rundown of the health measures changing in Alberta due to ballooning Omicron variant COVID cases.  17:42 | Health Sciences Association of Alberta's Mike Parker addresses the tragic death of a Calgary-area paramedic over the weekend and how it's related to deteriorating emergency services across the province. 50:02 | A discussion of how we celebrate this time of year, with Al Rashid Mosque's Noor Al-henedy, Anglican priest Reverend Michael Coren, and Rabbi Kliel Rose from Winnipeg's Congregation Etz Chayim. 1:29:16 | #MyJasper Memories | Ryan shares about drool-worthy sweet treats, memory-making horse-drawn sleigh rides and skating on a frozen lake all during Pyramid Winter Fete on the weekends between January 14-30, 2022 at 2-5pm. Presented by Tourism Jasper.

10:25 | Health law and policy expert Timothy Caulfield on misinformation being pushed by NFL stars, TV docs and pundits, and what can be done about it.  45:35 | Reddit is going up for sale on the stock market. Corporate finance expert Anthony Mayadunne explains what it means and if you should get in on it. 1:20:55 | Question of the Week | Ryan reviews Real Talkers thoughts on internet and cell services and rates. Presented in partnership with Y Station.

19:03 | ICU physician Dr. Darren Markland addresses the emergence and expansion of the Omicron COVID variant in Alberta and around the world, amid the province's flawed rollout of rapid tests and the lack of health measures.  53:26 | UBC's Dr. Mari DeMarco explains how Canadians can access a new test to diagnose Alzheimer’s disease and what it means for patients and their families.  1:25:15 | Positive Reflections | Ryan shines a light on the good found in the everyday. Presented by Kuby Energy

Ryan lets 'er rip on Real Talkers' emails about bad drivers, anti-vaxxers, and more as submitted to talk@ryanjespersen.com. Buckle up for another edition of Trash Talk, presented by Local Waste.

8:55 | Astronaut Chris Hadfield shares about his journey into writing books since retiring from space travel, including his new Cold War thriller, The Apollo Murders.  37:21 | #RealTalkRoundTable: Photo Radar, Urban Design & Road Safety We get evidence-based perspectives on how effective speed enforcement is, from City Planner and urbanist, Brent Toderian, City of Edmonton’s Director of Safe Mobility's Jessica Lamare, and active transportation advocate Stephen Raitz with Paths for People. 1:32:15 | #TrashTalk | Ryan lets 'er rip on Real Talkers' emails about bad drivers, anti-vaxxers, and more. Presented by Local Waste