"If there was an election today, we would win." You're about to hear from Alberta NDP leader Naheed Nenshi (2:15 ), who's confident Alberta is ready for another political upheaval. We ask the Opposition Leader whether or not this is the wildest time in Alberta political history off the top, then cover debate stifled at the Legislature, his plan to recruit more doctors (without spending more), and what his NDP colleagues cross Canada are saying about plans for a new pipeline. Feature interviews on Real Talk are presented by Mercedes-Benz Edmonton West. 

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59:00 | Did you see the Poilievre/Carney exchange in the House of Commons earlier this week? Conservative columnist Lorne Gunter tore Pierre a new one after the "stunt". Do you agree with Lorne? 

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1:09:30 | The Holiday Train is rolling through Alberta this week! Real Talker Brenna submits a perfect Alberta Win presented by our friends at Play Alberta.

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1:10:30 | Firefighter Terry has a warning for winter drivers. Take heed! 

1:19:30 | Should Real Talk host a Round Table debate on Alberta separation? Ryan discusses lawyer Keith Wilson's proposal submitted via X.

1:24:40 | Should the Freedom Convoy be recognized with a stat holiday? BC MLA Tara Armstrong thinks so. We get into it (and Ryan has a message for everybody dreading drama through the holidays)...

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