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If you're talking about it, so are we on Alberta's only province-wide open line. From strong opinions, to thoughtful arguments, to stories worth repeating — you never know what you'll hear next.

Location:

Edmonton, AB

Description:

If you're talking about it, so are we on Alberta's only province-wide open line. From strong opinions, to thoughtful arguments, to stories worth repeating — you never know what you'll hear next.

Language:

English

Contact:

P.O. Box 555 Edmonton, Alberta T5J 2P4 866-468-4422


Episodes
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Living with a concussion

11/21/2024
Concussions can happen to anyone. Hundreds of thousands of Canadians get concussions every year. Some don't fully recover. Why is that and how can we do better?

Duration:00:52:49

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AIMCo under new management

11/20/2024
How are you feeling about where AIMCo is heading?

Duration:00:52:49

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Is home ownership attainable?

11/19/2024
Is the home ownership dream alive for you? Housing starts are up 34 percent in Alberta but the cost of housing, for buyers and renters, remains a struggle for many. Are you or your kids giving up?

Duration:00:52:48

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What does a low dollar mean?

11/18/2024
The loonie isn't flying high. In fact it's testing a new low - hitting its lowest in almost 5 years. Where is it headed? What will it mean for you, for travel, for business, for inflation?

Duration:00:52:48

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The musician you can't get enough of

11/15/2024
The Swifties inspired us today. They pay big bucks and travel thousands of kilometres just to see Taylor Swift. Is there a musician or performer you love that much? A band who you think is the best?

Duration:00:52:49

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A looming Canada Post strike

11/14/2024
How concerned are you about the possible work stoppage at Canada Post. If the labour dispute can't be resolved, what would that mean for you? What does the future look like for Canada Post?

Duration:00:26:24

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What are you prepared to pay to combat climate change?

11/13/2024
The lion's share of emissions reductions will need to happen in the next 6 years to hit the 2030 target, according to Canada's Environment commissioner. Are Canadians prepared to do what's necessary to get it done? Are you?

Duration:00:52:48

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The job search in Alberta

11/12/2024
Alberta's unemployment rate remains higher than the Canadian average, and compared to a year ago, it's up 1.4 percentage points. Why is the job market tougher here than most other provinces?

Duration:00:52:49

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Who are you remembering on Remembrance Day?

11/11/2024
Who are you thinking of this Remembrance Day? We hear from someone who's collected around 2 thousand stories from veterans and also the founder of "No Stone Left Alone", dedicated to honouring and remembering Canada's veterans.

Duration:00:52:48

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The rising cost of groceries

11/8/2024
As the cost of food keeps going up, does it feel like you can afford your groceries?

Duration:00:52:48

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Your decision to have children

11/7/2024
We know fertility rates are down. Fewer of us are choosing to have children. Is it career, lifestyle, cost of living or something else? How did you decide when or if to have kids?

Duration:00:52:50

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The decision to have children

11/7/2024
We know fertility rates are down. Fewer of us are choosing to have children. Is it career, lifestyle, cost of living or something else? How did you decide when or if to have kids?

Duration:00:58:49

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The impact of a Trump Presidency for Alberta

11/6/2024
Canada has been told to 'buckle up', but what about Alberta? We discuss the potential impact of a second Trump Presidency on Alberta, including on our oil and gas sector.

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Federal emissions cap

11/5/2024
Is it an emissions cap or a production cap? That is the fundamental question that divides the Alberta and Federal governments in the latest move to reduce greenhouse gas emissions. What will it mean for the economy? What will it mean for the environment?

Duration:00:52:53

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The future of the UCP

11/4/2024
More than 91 percent of delegates at the UCP AGM endorsed their leader, Danielle Smith. The premier now continues the current sitting with the wind at her back. What does this mean for the province?

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Pronouns in schools

11/1/2024
We asked you to weigh in on the UCP's new bill concerning the use of students' names and pronouns in Alberta schools.

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Meeting your heroes

10/31/2024
Today. we wanted you to share stories about meeting one of your heroes or idols.

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Do seniors under 75 need a pay raise?

10/30/2024
Bloc Quebecois leader Yves-Francois Blanchet says he will work with other federal opposition parties to try and bring down the Trudeau government after the Liberals refused to increase Old Age Security payments to seniors between the ages of 65 and 74. We asked if you think Canadian seniors over the age of sixty-five should get a pay raise.

Duration:00:52:48

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Changes to Alberta's Bill of Rights

10/29/2024
The UCP government has introduced several amendments to the law. The big one is around the right to refuse vaccines and other medical treatment. They also get into property rights, gun ownership and free expression. Premier Danielle Smith says it was time to update Alberta's Bill of Rights. What do you think?

Duration:00:52:47

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Flying with a disability

10/28/2024
We heard your stories about some of the physical and emotional challenges you've had to overcome on commercial airlines.

Duration:00:52:48