en-ca http://www.cbc.ca/podcasting/images/promo-calgwildrose.jpg http://www.cbc.ca/podcasting http://www.cbc.ca/podcasting CBC Radio's alberta@noon, with host Donna McElligott, connects urban and rural Albertans by exploring the environmental, agricultural, educational and political issues affecting everyone from the far north to the deep south of the province. CBC podcasting@cbc.ca Copyright © CBC 2012 podcasting@cbc.ca no CBC Radio CBC,CBC Radio CBC Radio's alberta@noon, with host Donna McElligott, connects urban and rural Albertans by exploring the environmental, agricultural, educational and political issues affecting everyone from the far north to the deep south of the province. http://podcast.cbc.ca/mp3/podcasts/calgwildrose_20120210_55649.mp3 Political scientist John Soroski of MacEwan University takes listeners calls on the Alberta budget. The CBC's Niall McKenna reports on the Killam shooting investigation. Food and cooking columnist Cinda Chavich provides a romantic look at cabbage, yes cabbage, in time for Valentine's Day. http://www.cbc.ca/podcasting podcasting@cbc.ca Fri, 10 Feb 2012 05:00:00 GMT Friday February 10, 2012 Political scientist John Soroski of MacEwan University takes listeners calls on the Alberta budget. The CBC's Niall McKenna reports on the Killam shooting investigation. Food and cooking columnist Cinda Chavich provides a romantic look at cabbage, yes cabbage, in time for Valentine's Day. 2822 http://podcast.cbc.ca/mp3/podcasts/calgwildrose_20120209_99995.mp3 Alberta brothers Mitch and Bradley James, and Bradley's nine-year-old son, West, recount their harrowing rescue from the stormy seas in the Pacific Ocean. Environment minister Peter Kent says the Environmental path is clear for Brewster Canada Ltd. to build the Glacier Discovery Walk in Jasper National Park. CPAWS spokesperson Kelly Sloane says that is the wrong decision, and listeners express their views. University of Alberta professor Tim Caulfield takes calls on his new book, The Cure for Everything. http://www.cbc.ca/podcasting podcasting@cbc.ca Thu, 09 Feb 2012 05:00:00 GMT Thursday February 09, 2012 Alberta brothers Mitch and Bradley James, and Bradley's nine-year-old son, West, recount their harrowing rescue from the stormy seas in the Pacific Ocean. Environment minister Peter Kent says the Environmental path is clear for Brewster Canada Ltd. to build the Glacier Discovery Walk in Jasper National Park. CPAWS spokesperson Kelly Sloane says that is the wrong decision, and listeners express their views. University of Alberta professor Tim Caulfield takes calls on his new book, The Cure for Everything. 3039 http://podcast.cbc.ca/mp3/podcasts/calgwildrose_20120208_33122.mp3 The CBC's Erin Collins reports on the RCMP investigation into a shooting death and injuries in Killam. Mayerthorpe's mayor Kim Connell reacts to the shooting as a former mountie, in light of the massacre in 2005. Ken Kobly of the Alberta Chambers of Commerce looks forward to the Alberta budget. Robert Roach of the Canada West Foundation talks about his new book with economist Todd Hirsch, called The Boiling Frog Dilemma, Saving Canada from Economic Decline. http://www.cbc.ca/podcasting podcasting@cbc.ca Wed, 08 Feb 2012 05:00:00 GMT Wednesday February 08, 2012 The CBC's Erin Collins reports on the RCMP investigation into a shooting death and injuries in Killam. Mayerthorpe's mayor Kim Connell reacts to the shooting as a former mountie, in light of the massacre in 2005. Ken Kobly of the Alberta Chambers of Commerce looks forward to the Alberta budget. Robert Roach of the Canada West Foundation talks about his new book with economist Todd Hirsch, called The Boiling Frog Dilemma, Saving Canada from Economic Decline. 3039 http://podcast.cbc.ca/mp3/podcasts/calgwildrose_20120203_14165.mp3 Water Matters Society director of Science and Policy Bill Donahue comments on his wish list for a new oil sands monitoring program. The CBC's Min Dhariwal and The Calgary Herald's Vicki Hall comment on Sam Gagner's big night, the Flames' prospects for the playoffs, a big dodgeball challenge at the University of Alberta and Superbowl weekend. Constable Mike Hagan, of the Calgary Police Service, takes listeners calls on Alberta's distracted driving law at the beginning of Distracted Driving Month. http://www.cbc.ca/podcasting podcasting@cbc.ca Fri, 03 Feb 2012 05:00:00 GMT Friday February 03, 2012 Water Matters Society director of Science and Policy Bill Donahue comments on his wish list for a new oil sands monitoring program. The CBC's Min Dhariwal and The Calgary Herald's Vicki Hall comment on Sam Gagner's big night, the Flames' prospects for the playoffs, a big dodgeball challenge at the University of Alberta and Superbowl weekend. Constable Mike Hagan, of the Calgary Police Service, takes listeners calls on Alberta's distracted driving law at the beginning of Distracted Driving Month. 2831 http://podcast.cbc.ca/mp3/podcasts/calgwildrose_20120202_10926.mp3 Jennifer Matyjanka of Colchester School Parent Council describes the plan for kids who attend school near the proposed Heartland Transmission line. University of Alberta Associate professor of Pediatrics, Dr. Geoff Ball, comments on a Nature journal editorial calling for controls on sugar sales similar to alcohol. Return on Insight researcher Bruce Cameron takes calls on a CBC poll on the popularity of political parties in Alberta. http://www.cbc.ca/podcasting podcasting@cbc.ca Thu, 02 Feb 2012 05:00:00 GMT Thursday February 02, 2012 Jennifer Matyjanka of Colchester School Parent Council describes the plan for kids who attend school near the proposed Heartland Transmission line. University of Alberta Associate professor of Pediatrics, Dr. Geoff Ball, comments on a Nature journal editorial calling for controls on sugar sales similar to alcohol. Return on Insight researcher Bruce Cameron takes calls on a CBC poll on the popularity of political parties in Alberta. 3040 http://podcast.cbc.ca/mp3/podcasts/calgwildrose_20120201_39782.mp3 Political scientist Chaldeans Mensah of Grant MacEwan University comments on the nomination battles ahead of the provincial election campaign. Irricana's Ted Coffee and his wife Debbie enjoyed getting involved in a new Discovery Network show called, "Canada's Greatest Know-it-All". Dean Sklarenko, head pro at the Picture Buttee Golf Club, says the course is open for business because of the mild February weather. Trends forecaster Gerald Celente takes calls on the next big thing. http://www.cbc.ca/podcasting podcasting@cbc.ca Wed, 01 Feb 2012 05:00:00 GMT Wednesday February 01, 2012 Political scientist Chaldeans Mensah of Grant MacEwan University comments on the nomination battles ahead of the provincial election campaign. Irricana's Ted Coffee and his wife Debbie enjoyed getting involved in a new Discovery Network show called, "Canada's Greatest Know-it-All". Dean Sklarenko, head pro at the Picture Buttee Golf Club, says the course is open for business because of the mild February weather. Trends forecaster Gerald Celente takes calls on the next big thing. 3039 http://podcast.cbc.ca/mp3/podcasts/calgwildrose_20120131_71859.mp3 Bruce Uditsky, executive director of the Alberta Association for Community Living, comments on the Alberta government's response to the scalding death of a 35-year-old vulnerable man in a group home. The mayor of Sylvan Lake, Susan Samson, says her community is cracking down on fishers who leave their ice fishing huts behind after the season ends. Action on Smoking and Health executive director Les Hagen is urging Alberta politicians to make youth smoking an election issue. Edmonton's Lynn Van Luven, co-editor of Somebody's Child: Stories about Adoption, takes calls on the many sides of the adoption experience. http://www.cbc.ca/podcasting podcasting@cbc.ca Tue, 31 Jan 2012 05:00:00 GMT Tuesday January 31, 2012 Bruce Uditsky, executive director of the Alberta Association for Community Living, comments on the Alberta government's response to the scalding death of a 35-year-old vulnerable man in a group home. The mayor of Sylvan Lake, Susan Samson, says her community is cracking down on fishers who leave their ice fishing huts behind after the season ends. Action on Smoking and Health executive director Les Hagen is urging Alberta politicians to make youth smoking an election issue. Edmonton's Lynn Van Luven, co-editor of Somebody's Child: Stories about Adoption, takes calls on the many sides of the adoption experience. 3039 http://podcast.cbc.ca/mp3/podcasts/calgwildrose_20120130_51656.mp3 Education minister Thomas Lukaszuk takes calls on a range of education issues. Adventurer Will Gadd says he is re-evaluating the risk he takes in extreme mountain sports after seeing too many friends die or become seriously injured. He takes calls on an article he wrote for Explore Magazine on what he calls "The Grand Delusion". http://www.cbc.ca/podcasting podcasting@cbc.ca Mon, 30 Jan 2012 05:00:00 GMT Monday January 30, 2012 Education minister Thomas Lukaszuk takes calls on a range of education issues. Adventurer Will Gadd says he is re-evaluating the risk he takes in extreme mountain sports after seeing too many friends die or become seriously injured. He takes calls on an article he wrote for Explore Magazine on what he calls "The Grand Delusion". 3039 http://podcast.cbc.ca/mp3/podcasts/calgwildrose_20120127_25037.mp3 Simon Vaughan, travel consultant and writer for Outpost Magazine, takes calls on keeping safe when you travel outside the country. University of Alberta economist Jason Brisbois, head of the Western Centre for Economic Research, provides insight into the federal government's decision to reform the Old Age Security system. Pop culture columnist Ruth Myles shares her thoughts on the Oscar nominations and the upcoming TV series. http://www.cbc.ca/podcasting podcasting@cbc.ca Fri, 27 Jan 2012 05:00:00 GMT Friday January 27, 2012 Simon Vaughan, travel consultant and writer for Outpost Magazine, takes calls on keeping safe when you travel outside the country. University of Alberta economist Jason Brisbois, head of the Western Centre for Economic Research, provides insight into the federal government's decision to reform the Old Age Security system. Pop culture columnist Ruth Myles shares her thoughts on the Oscar nominations and the upcoming TV series. 3039 http://podcast.cbc.ca/mp3/podcasts/calgwildrose_20120126_29067.mp3 The Skeptical Environmentalist Bjorn Lomborg of the Copenhagen Consensus Centre says we should consider cost-benefit analysis when figuring out how to tackle major issues such as global warming. Food columnist Cinda Chavich describes the ideas behind "Calgary Eats' sustainable food fair. Longtime teacher, parent and author Michael Reist takes calls on his new book, Raising Boys in a New Kind of World. http://www.cbc.ca/podcasting podcasting@cbc.ca Thu, 26 Jan 2012 05:00:00 GMT Thursday January 26, 2012 The Skeptical Environmentalist Bjorn Lomborg of the Copenhagen Consensus Centre says we should consider cost-benefit analysis when figuring out how to tackle major issues such as global warming. Food columnist Cinda Chavich describes the ideas behind "Calgary Eats' sustainable food fair. Longtime teacher, parent and author Michael Reist takes calls on his new book, Raising Boys in a New Kind of World. 3040 http://podcast.cbc.ca/mp3/podcasts/calgwildrose_20120125_63672.mp3 Today on alberta@noon we broadcast a live forum from the lobby of the Jack Singer Concert Hall in downtown Calgary, looking at the controversial Northern Gateway Pipeline project. Our guests were David Yager, former CEO of HSE Integrated and candidate for the Wildrose Party in Calgary Hawkwood, Chris Turner, a journalist who writes about environmental and climate issues and author of "The Leap', Edy Wong from the China Institute at the University of Alberta, and Rusty Miller, an independent regulatory lawyer. http://www.cbc.ca/podcasting podcasting@cbc.ca Wed, 25 Jan 2012 05:00:00 GMT Northern Gateway Pipeline forum Today on alberta@noon we broadcast a live forum from the lobby of the Jack Singer Concert Hall in downtown Calgary, looking at the controversial Northern Gateway Pipeline project. Our guests were David Yager, former CEO of HSE Integrated and candidate for the Wildrose Party in Calgary Hawkwood, Chris Turner, a journalist who writes about environmental and climate issues and author of "The Leap', Edy Wong from the China Institute at the University of Alberta, and Rusty Miller, an independent regulatory lawyer. 3119 http://podcast.cbc.ca/mp3/podcasts/calgwildrose_20120124_88724.mp3 The CBC's Briar Stewart reports on the Northern Gateway pipeline hearings underway in Edmonton. Senior business producer Tracy Johnson outlines what to expect at the CBC's public forum on the Enbridge pipeline. Staff sergent James McLaren of the Gliechen RCMP describes an unusual investigation into a wayward gravestone. Prime Minister Stephen Harper and Assembly of First Nations Chief Shawn Atleo address the First Nations Crown gathering in Ottawa. Observer Lewis Cardinal comments on the gathering and the discussions in the hallways. http://www.cbc.ca/podcasting podcasting@cbc.ca Tue, 24 Jan 2012 05:00:00 GMT Tuesday January 24, 2012 The CBC's Briar Stewart reports on the Northern Gateway pipeline hearings underway in Edmonton. Senior business producer Tracy Johnson outlines what to expect at the CBC's public forum on the Enbridge pipeline. Staff sergent James McLaren of the Gliechen RCMP describes an unusual investigation into a wayward gravestone. Prime Minister Stephen Harper and Assembly of First Nations Chief Shawn Atleo address the First Nations Crown gathering in Ottawa. Observer Lewis Cardinal comments on the gathering and the discussions in the hallways. 3039 http://podcast.cbc.ca/mp3/podcasts/calgwildrose_20120123_63336.mp3 Professor Gordon Houlden, director of The China Institute at the University of Alberta, is urging Alberta to do everyting it can to increase its energy exports to China. Columbia University economist Brendan O'Flaherty shares his research into rewarding financial subsidies to vulnerable people to prevent them from becoming homeless. Political scientist Duane Bratt of Mount Royal University takes calls on the NDP leadership campaign. http://www.cbc.ca/podcasting podcasting@cbc.ca Mon, 23 Jan 2012 05:00:00 GMT Monday January 23, 2012 Professor Gordon Houlden, director of The China Institute at the University of Alberta, is urging Alberta to do everyting it can to increase its energy exports to China. Columbia University economist Brendan O'Flaherty shares his research into rewarding financial subsidies to vulnerable people to prevent them from becoming homeless. Political scientist Duane Bratt of Mount Royal University takes calls on the NDP leadership campaign. 2826 http://podcast.cbc.ca/mp3/podcasts/calgwildrose_20120120_69347.mp3 Federal Agriculture minister Gerry Ritz announces the reopening of South Korea's border to Canadian cattle under 30 months of age. The Canadian Avalanche Centre's Ian Tomm describes a new avalanche awareness program for snowmobilers in the back country. Edmonton food columnist Mary Bailey says a new food reality show highlights some of Alberta's best eateries. John Izzo takes calls on his new book, Stepping Up, How Taking Responsibility Changes Everything. http://www.cbc.ca/podcasting podcasting@cbc.ca Fri, 20 Jan 2012 05:00:00 GMT Friday January 20, 2012 Federal Agriculture minister Gerry Ritz announces the reopening of South Korea's border to Canadian cattle under 30 months of age. The Canadian Avalanche Centre's Ian Tomm describes a new avalanche awareness program for snowmobilers in the back country. Edmonton food columnist Mary Bailey says a new food reality show highlights some of Alberta's best eateries. John Izzo takes calls on his new book, Stepping Up, How Taking Responsibility Changes Everything. 3038 http://podcast.cbc.ca/mp3/podcasts/calgwildrose_20120119_11886.mp3 Energy analyst Peter Linder of Emerging Equities takes listeners calls on Obama's decision to kill TransCanada Pipelines application to build the Keystone XL Pipeline. Don Campbell, president of the Real Estate Investment Network looks at the Alberta housing market for homes in the current economy. http://www.cbc.ca/podcasting podcasting@cbc.ca Thu, 19 Jan 2012 05:00:00 GMT Thursday January 19, 2012 Energy analyst Peter Linder of Emerging Equities takes listeners calls on Obama's decision to kill TransCanada Pipelines application to build the Keystone XL Pipeline. Don Campbell, president of the Real Estate Investment Network looks at the Alberta housing market for homes in the current economy. 3039 http://podcast.cbc.ca/mp3/podcasts/calgwildrose_20120118_53859.mp3 CBC Washington correspondent reports on the latest news from D.C. on the Keystone XL pipeline project. Senior business reporter Tracy Johnson looks at the impact on business. Picture Butte volunteer fire chief talks about the challenges of responding to calls in bitterly cold weather. Parenting Power's Julie Freedman Smith has some tips on how to encourage children of all ages to be prepared for the cold. Liberal MLA Kevin Taft takes calls on his new book, "Follow the Money". http://www.cbc.ca/podcasting podcasting@cbc.ca Wed, 18 Jan 2012 05:00:00 GMT Wednesday January 18, 2012 CBC Washington correspondent reports on the latest news from D.C. on the Keystone XL pipeline project. Senior business reporter Tracy Johnson looks at the impact on business. Picture Butte volunteer fire chief talks about the challenges of responding to calls in bitterly cold weather. Parenting Power's Julie Freedman Smith has some tips on how to encourage children of all ages to be prepared for the cold. Liberal MLA Kevin Taft takes calls on his new book, "Follow the Money". 3039 http://podcast.cbc.ca/mp3/podcasts/calgwildrose_20120117_77307.mp3 CBC meteorologist Stephanie Barsby says Alberta has broken seven records for cold temperatures, and more Arctic weather is on the way. New Democratic Party leader Brian Mason takes listeners calls on returning Alberta to a regulated electricity market. Greg Webster of the Canadian Institute for Health Information says the numbers of Canadians injured from winter activities could surprise many. Dr. Louis Francescutti, president of the Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Canada, takes listeners calls on how to avoid cold weather injuries. http://www.cbc.ca/podcasting podcasting@cbc.ca Tue, 17 Jan 2012 05:00:00 GMT Tuesday January 17, 2012 CBC meteorologist Stephanie Barsby says Alberta has broken seven records for cold temperatures, and more Arctic weather is on the way. New Democratic Party leader Brian Mason takes listeners calls on returning Alberta to a regulated electricity market. Greg Webster of the Canadian Institute for Health Information says the numbers of Canadians injured from winter activities could surprise many. Dr. Louis Francescutti, president of the Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Canada, takes listeners calls on how to avoid cold weather injuries. 3039 http://podcast.cbc.ca/mp3/podcasts/calgwildrose_20120116_62853.mp3 The terrifying details are emerging from the sinking of a curise ship in Italy over the weekend. Andrea and Laurence Davis of Calgary were among four thousand passengers aboard. Their daughter talks about her relief that her parents swam to shore. Former Royal Canadian Naval officer Captain peter Buell of the marine training centre in Ontario, talks about the circumstances involving the captain of the downed cruise ship. Mike Cardin, the general manager of Alberta made Cheecha Puffs, describes the excitement and benefits of having his product included in the Golden Globe swag bags. Financial journalist Bruce Sellery is the host of a new reality show debuting on the Oprah Winfrey Network called Million Dollar Neighbourhood, and he answers questions about how to get out from under debt. http://www.cbc.ca/podcasting podcasting@cbc.ca Mon, 16 Jan 2012 05:00:00 GMT Monday January 16, 2012 The terrifying details are emerging from the sinking of a curise ship in Italy over the weekend. Andrea and Laurence Davis of Calgary were among four thousand passengers aboard. Their daughter talks about her relief that her parents swam to shore. Former Royal Canadian Naval officer Captain peter Buell of the marine training centre in Ontario, talks about the circumstances involving the captain of the downed cruise ship. Mike Cardin, the general manager of Alberta made Cheecha Puffs, describes the excitement and benefits of having his product included in the Golden Globe swag bags. Financial journalist Bruce Sellery is the host of a new reality show debuting on the Oprah Winfrey Network called Million Dollar Neighbourhood, and he answers questions about how to get out from under debt. 3025 http://podcast.cbc.ca/mp3/podcasts/calgwildrose_20120113_72858.mp3 Slave Lake's new librarian Anne Moore is excited about opening the community's new temporary library after a lot of hard work from many local people and beyond. Award winning author and journalist Richard Gwyn talks about his new book, Nation Maker: Sir John A. Mcdonald, His Life, Our Times. Bestselling author of the Households Solutions Series, Reena Nerbas answers questions about stain and odour removal as well as other basic tips. http://www.cbc.ca/podcasting podcasting@cbc.ca Fri, 13 Jan 2012 05:00:00 GMT Friday January 13, 2012 Slave Lake's new librarian Anne Moore is excited about opening the community's new temporary library after a lot of hard work from many local people and beyond. Award winning author and journalist Richard Gwyn talks about his new book, Nation Maker: Sir John A. Mcdonald, His Life, Our Times. Bestselling author of the Households Solutions Series, Reena Nerbas answers questions about stain and odour removal as well as other basic tips. 3039 http://podcast.cbc.ca/mp3/podcasts/calgwildrose_20120112_59047.mp3 As Parks Canada tries to increase the numbers of visitors to parks and revenues as well, many people are concerned about some of the initiatives underway. Jack Templeton of the Jasper Environmental Association describes the response from a petition opposing a glass walkway development by Brewster Travel Canada. Greg Fenton, superintendent of Jasper National Park says he will take the petition into account along with other submissions. Food and cooking columnist Cinda Chavich looks at food trends for 2012. Peter C. Newman takes listeners calls on his new book, When the Gods Changed, the Death of Liberal Canada, published by Random House Canada. http://www.cbc.ca/podcasting podcasting@cbc.ca Thu, 12 Jan 2012 05:00:00 GMT Thursday January 12, 2012 As Parks Canada tries to increase the numbers of visitors to parks and revenues as well, many people are concerned about some of the initiatives underway. Jack Templeton of the Jasper Environmental Association describes the response from a petition opposing a glass walkway development by Brewster Travel Canada. Greg Fenton, superintendent of Jasper National Park says he will take the petition into account along with other submissions. Food and cooking columnist Cinda Chavich looks at food trends for 2012. Peter C. Newman takes listeners calls on his new book, When the Gods Changed, the Death of Liberal Canada, published by Random House Canada. 3041 http://podcast.cbc.ca/mp3/podcasts/calgwildrose_20120111_93643.mp3 An expert panel is considering a proposal to build two multibillion dollar high voltage transmission lines between Edmonton and Calgary. AltaLink Senior vice president Leigh Clarke makes the case for moving ahead with the proposed project. Jim Wachowich, legal council to the Consumers' Coalition of Alberta, raises concerns about the size of the project and the need. University of Calgary professor Tom Keenan, in the Faculty of Environmental Design, picks through the best and the worst of the gadgets being unveiled at the world's largest consumer electronics show. Brian Heidecker, chair of the independent panel reviewing the proposed power transmission lines in Alberta, describes the hearings and their importance. Listeners call in with their views. Gordon Peterson of the Castel Crown Wilderness Coaltion describes his concerns about logging in the region. http://www.cbc.ca/podcasting podcasting@cbc.ca Wed, 11 Jan 2012 05:00:00 GMT Wednesday January 11, 2012 An expert panel is considering a proposal to build two multibillion dollar high voltage transmission lines between Edmonton and Calgary. AltaLink Senior vice president Leigh Clarke makes the case for moving ahead with the proposed project. Jim Wachowich, legal council to the Consumers' Coalition of Alberta, raises concerns about the size of the project and the need. University of Calgary professor Tom Keenan, in the Faculty of Environmental Design, picks through the best and the worst of the gadgets being unveiled at the world's largest consumer electronics show. Brian Heidecker, chair of the independent panel reviewing the proposed power transmission lines in Alberta, describes the hearings and their importance. Listeners call in with their views. Gordon Peterson of the Castel Crown Wilderness Coaltion describes his concerns about logging in the region. 3036 http://podcast.cbc.ca/mp3/podcasts/calgwildrose_20120110_28075.mp3 Economics professor Mike Percy, of the University of Alberta's School of Business, takes calls on the start of the Enbridge Northern Gateway Pipeline hearings. Collectibles expert Brian Lehman, author of What's It Worth Brian, answers listeners questions about the financial value of personal treasures. http://www.cbc.ca/podcasting podcasting@cbc.ca Tue, 10 Jan 2012 05:00:00 GMT Tuesday January 10, 2012 Economics professor Mike Percy, of the University of Alberta's School of Business, takes calls on the start of the Enbridge Northern Gateway Pipeline hearings. Collectibles expert Brian Lehman, author of What's It Worth Brian, answers listeners questions about the financial value of personal treasures. 3040 http://podcast.cbc.ca/mp3/podcasts/calgwildrose_20120109_12444.mp3 The mayor of Whitecourt, Trevor Thaine, is backing the Northern Gateway Pipeline. Nutritionist Andrea Holwegner welcomes news that the Calgary Public school board is banning junk food. Phil Edmonston, the author of LemonAid new and used car and truck guides, takes listeners calls about the new vehicles causing a stir at the Detroit Auto Show, and other questions about vehicles worth our money. http://www.cbc.ca/podcasting podcasting@cbc.ca Mon, 09 Jan 2012 05:00:00 GMT Monday January 09, 2012 The mayor of Whitecourt, Trevor Thaine, is backing the Northern Gateway Pipeline. Nutritionist Andrea Holwegner welcomes news that the Calgary Public school board is banning junk food. Phil Edmonston, the author of LemonAid new and used car and truck guides, takes listeners calls about the new vehicles causing a stir at the Detroit Auto Show, and other questions about vehicles worth our money. 3039 http://podcast.cbc.ca/mp3/podcasts/calgwildrose_20120106_37215.mp3 University of Alberta political scientist Wenran Jiang takes calls on China's latest purchase of an oilsands company. The prime minister announces a new program to help veterans find work after returning to Canada from military service. Horticulturist and author Donna Balzer answers listeners' questions about seed and plant catalogues. http://www.cbc.ca/podcasting podcasting@cbc.ca Fri, 06 Jan 2012 05:00:00 GMT Friday January 06, 2012 University of Alberta political scientist Wenran Jiang takes calls on China's latest purchase of an oilsands company. The prime minister announces a new program to help veterans find work after returning to Canada from military service. Horticulturist and author Donna Balzer answers listeners' questions about seed and plant catalogues. 3039 http://podcast.cbc.ca/mp3/podcasts/calgwildrose_20120105_21876.mp3 Fort Macleod mayor Shawn Patience recounts the efforts to fight the grass fires in southern Alberta. AFN regional Alberta chief George Stanley comments on the results of the Samson Cree First nation vote to evict gang members from the reserve. Sports columnist Vicki Hall of the Calgary Herald reports on the World Juniors tournament and the Canadians playing in the bronze medal game. author and TV host Gail Vaz-Oxlade takes calls on the subject of her new book, It's Your Money. http://www.cbc.ca/podcasting podcasting@cbc.ca Thu, 05 Jan 2012 05:00:00 GMT Thursday January 05, 2012 Fort Macleod mayor Shawn Patience recounts the efforts to fight the grass fires in southern Alberta. AFN regional Alberta chief George Stanley comments on the results of the Samson Cree First nation vote to evict gang members from the reserve. Sports columnist Vicki Hall of the Calgary Herald reports on the World Juniors tournament and the Canadians playing in the bronze medal game. author and TV host Gail Vaz-Oxlade takes calls on the subject of her new book, It's Your Money. 3042 http://podcast.cbc.ca/mp3/podcasts/calgwildrose_20120104_20050.mp3 Kirk Buffalo, councillor of the Samson Cree First Nation, talks about why the community is holding a vote on whether to evict gang members from the reserve. The mayor of the Regional Municipality of Wood Buffalo comments on a new committee struck to find solutions to transportation problems in the area. Cardiologist and author Ted Fenske of the University of Alberta takes calls on his new book, While You Diet. http://www.cbc.ca/podcasting podcasting@cbc.ca Wed, 04 Jan 2012 05:00:00 GMT Wednesday January 04, 2012 Kirk Buffalo, councillor of the Samson Cree First Nation, talks about why the community is holding a vote on whether to evict gang members from the reserve. The mayor of the Regional Municipality of Wood Buffalo comments on a new committee struck to find solutions to transportation problems in the area. Cardiologist and author Ted Fenske of the University of Alberta takes calls on his new book, While You Diet. 2715 http://podcast.cbc.ca/mp3/podcasts/calgwildrose_20120103_92599.mp3 The deaths of two experienced skiiers in avalanches in B.C. have raised the question about the avalanche threat in Alberta. Dave Stark, director of operations at Yamnuska Mountain Adventures, shares his insights. Environment Canada's Dave Phillips comments on the abnormally mild temperatures in Alberta and why forecasters didn't predict them. Bryan Baumler takes calls on making sure you do the best renovation for your home, not necessarily the one you want to do, in light of his new program, Leave It to Bryan. http://www.cbc.ca/podcasting podcasting@cbc.ca Tue, 03 Jan 2012 05:00:00 GMT Tuesday January 03, 2012 The deaths of two experienced skiiers in avalanches in B.C. have raised the question about the avalanche threat in Alberta. Dave Stark, director of operations at Yamnuska Mountain Adventures, shares his insights. Environment Canada's Dave Phillips comments on the abnormally mild temperatures in Alberta and why forecasters didn't predict them. Bryan Baumler takes calls on making sure you do the best renovation for your home, not necessarily the one you want to do, in light of his new program, Leave It to Bryan. 2832 http://podcast.cbc.ca/mp3/podcasts/calgwildrose_20111223_64245.mp3 The CBC's Min Dhariwal reports from the Edmonton rally for the Canada's Junior Hockey Team. Wildrose Party leader Danielle Smith reflects on 2011 and looks ahead to 2012. Horticulturist and author Donna Balzer shares some of her favorite gift ideas for gardeners. Annabell Waugh of the Canadian Living test kitchen talks about her new cookbook, The International Collection. http://www.cbc.ca/podcasting podcasting@cbc.ca Fri, 23 Dec 2011 05:00:00 GMT Friday December 23, 2011 The CBC's Min Dhariwal reports from the Edmonton rally for the Canada's Junior Hockey Team. Wildrose Party leader Danielle Smith reflects on 2011 and looks ahead to 2012. Horticulturist and author Donna Balzer shares some of her favorite gift ideas for gardeners. Annabell Waugh of the Canadian Living test kitchen talks about her new cookbook, The International Collection. 2328 http://podcast.cbc.ca/mp3/podcasts/calgwildrose_20111222_72894.mp3 Solicitor General Jonathan Denis answers listeners questions about Alberta's new drunk driving law. Finance minister Ron Liepert comments on the province's constitutional challenge of a national securities regulator. Food and cooking columnist Cinda Chavich discusses delicious side dishes to go with the holiday turkey. Regional editor in Canada for Frommers Guides Gene Shannon, takes listeners calls on great winter get-aways. http://www.cbc.ca/podcasting podcasting@cbc.ca Thu, 22 Dec 2011 05:00:00 GMT Thursday December 22, 2011 Solicitor General Jonathan Denis answers listeners questions about Alberta's new drunk driving law. Finance minister Ron Liepert comments on the province's constitutional challenge of a national securities regulator. Food and cooking columnist Cinda Chavich discusses delicious side dishes to go with the holiday turkey. Regional editor in Canada for Frommers Guides Gene Shannon, takes listeners calls on great winter get-aways. 3039 http://podcast.cbc.ca/mp3/podcasts/calgwildrose_20111221_56861.mp3 The CBC's Angela Knight reports on Blitz for the CBC/Suncor Energy food bank drive. Connie Matson, executive director of the Medicine Hat food bank and chair of Alberta Food Banks, describes the many ways food banks are innovating to stretch dollars and help needy Albertans. Neil Pasricha, author of the Book of (Holiday Awesome) takes listeners calls on the little things that make life great over the holidays. http://www.cbc.ca/podcasting podcasting@cbc.ca Wed, 21 Dec 2011 05:00:00 GMT Wednesday December 21, 2011 The CBC's Angela Knight reports on Blitz for the CBC/Suncor Energy food bank drive. Connie Matson, executive director of the Medicine Hat food bank and chair of Alberta Food Banks, describes the many ways food banks are innovating to stretch dollars and help needy Albertans. Neil Pasricha, author of the Book of (Holiday Awesome) takes listeners calls on the little things that make life great over the holidays. 2841 http://podcast.cbc.ca/mp3/podcasts/calgwildrose_20111220_71159.mp3 Tracy Johnson of the CBC's Business Unit says Albertans have been doing more than their fair share of contributing to the economy's retail sector. Edmonton Food columnist Mary Bailey and wine importer Barb Giacomin do a blind taste test of some coffee house lattes and the newcomers to the espresso market -- Tim Hortons and McDonald's. Dragon's Den baddie Kevin O'Leary takes listeners pitches and questions about his new book, Cold Hard Truth, On Business, Money and Life. http://www.cbc.ca/podcasting podcasting@cbc.ca Tue, 20 Dec 2011 05:00:00 GMT Tuesday December 20, 2011 Tracy Johnson of the CBC's Business Unit says Albertans have been doing more than their fair share of contributing to the economy's retail sector. Edmonton Food columnist Mary Bailey and wine importer Barb Giacomin do a blind taste test of some coffee house lattes and the newcomers to the espresso market -- Tim Hortons and McDonald's. Dragon's Den baddie Kevin O'Leary takes listeners pitches and questions about his new book, Cold Hard Truth, On Business, Money and Life. 2934 http://podcast.cbc.ca/mp3/podcasts/calgwildrose_20111219_45279.mp3 University of Calgary professor Rob Huebert, associate director of the Canadian Centre for Military and Strategic Studies, looks at the future of North Korea now that Kim Jong-il is dead. Daniel Padilla, owner of the Kabayan Filipino Store in Edmonton, describes the desperation many people are feeling in light of the tragic flash flooding that killed hundreds of people in Mindanao. Freelance food and travel writer Karen Anderson, owner of Calgary Food Tours, provides suggestions on great gifts for food lovers. Kim Trynacity, host of Edmonton's afternoon show, Radio Active, updates CBC Edmonton's turkey drive for the food bank. http://www.cbc.ca/podcasting podcasting@cbc.ca Mon, 19 Dec 2011 05:00:00 GMT Monday December 19, 2011 University of Calgary professor Rob Huebert, associate director of the Canadian Centre for Military and Strategic Studies, looks at the future of North Korea now that Kim Jong-il is dead. Daniel Padilla, owner of the Kabayan Filipino Store in Edmonton, describes the desperation many people are feeling in light of the tragic flash flooding that killed hundreds of people in Mindanao. Freelance food and travel writer Karen Anderson, owner of Calgary Food Tours, provides suggestions on great gifts for food lovers. Kim Trynacity, host of Edmonton's afternoon show, Radio Active, updates CBC Edmonton's turkey drive for the food bank. 2833 http://podcast.cbc.ca/mp3/podcasts/calgwildrose_20111216_75029.mp3 The CBC's Erin Collins reports on the suspected murder-suicide outside Claresholm. Dr. Raj Sherman, leader of the Alberta Liberal Party reflects on the year in Alberta politics. Pop culture columnist Ruth Myles says there are plenty of wonderful Christmas and holiday programs to watch on TV and on the big screen. Certified Financial Planner and author Kevin Cork takes calls on some important financial considerations before the end of the year. http://www.cbc.ca/podcasting podcasting@cbc.ca Fri, 16 Dec 2011 05:00:00 GMT Friday December 16, 2011 The CBC's Erin Collins reports on the suspected murder-suicide outside Claresholm. Dr. Raj Sherman, leader of the Alberta Liberal Party reflects on the year in Alberta politics. Pop culture columnist Ruth Myles says there are plenty of wonderful Christmas and holiday programs to watch on TV and on the big screen. Certified Financial Planner and author Kevin Cork takes calls on some important financial considerations before the end of the year. 2940 http://podcast.cbc.ca/mp3/podcasts/calgwildrose_20111215_55848.mp3 The CBC's Terri Trembath reports from the scene of a multiple homicide near Claresholm. Lenny Moore, who works at the local John Deer dealership, says people in town are shocked by the incident. Red Deer College criminologist Bill Stuebing comments on Mclean's Magazine's most dangerous cities ranking, which has Red Deer fourth on the list. Wendy Bryden talks about her latest book, The First Stampede of Flores LaDue. Julie Freedman Smith of Parenting Power answers questions about how to avoid stressful situations over the holidays. http://www.cbc.ca/podcasting podcasting@cbc.ca Thu, 15 Dec 2011 05:00:00 GMT Thursday December 15. 2011 The CBC's Terri Trembath reports from the scene of a multiple homicide near Claresholm. Lenny Moore, who works at the local John Deer dealership, says people in town are shocked by the incident. Red Deer College criminologist Bill Stuebing comments on Mclean's Magazine's most dangerous cities ranking, which has Red Deer fourth on the list. Wendy Bryden talks about her latest book, The First Stampede of Flores LaDue. Julie Freedman Smith of Parenting Power answers questions about how to avoid stressful situations over the holidays. 2889 http://podcast.cbc.ca/mp3/podcasts/calgwildrose_20111214_91193.mp3 The Canadian World Junior Hockey Team has been chosen and the expectations are high. Sports reporters Vicki Hall of the Calgary Herald and Min Dhariwal of the CBC take calls on the gut-wrenching selection process and the competition ahead. Alberta's new trade representative in Asia Gary Mar says establishing links between Alberta and the region is increasingly important in a more competitive environment. Brenda Kenny, president of the Canadian Energy Pipeline Association, reacts to a report from the Federal Commissioner of the Environment and Sustainable Development. Mike Hare, owner of Calgary's Owl's Nest Bookstore, and long time Edmonton bookseller Laurie Greenwood, share lists of some of their favorite books. http://www.cbc.ca/podcasting podcasting@cbc.ca Wed, 14 Dec 2011 05:00:00 GMT Wednesday December 14, 2011 The Canadian World Junior Hockey Team has been chosen and the expectations are high. Sports reporters Vicki Hall of the Calgary Herald and Min Dhariwal of the CBC take calls on the gut-wrenching selection process and the competition ahead. Alberta's new trade representative in Asia Gary Mar says establishing links between Alberta and the region is increasingly important in a more competitive environment. Brenda Kenny, president of the Canadian Energy Pipeline Association, reacts to a report from the Federal Commissioner of the Environment and Sustainable Development. Mike Hare, owner of Calgary's Owl's Nest Bookstore, and long time Edmonton bookseller Laurie Greenwood, share lists of some of their favorite books. 3041 http://podcast.cbc.ca/mp3/podcasts/calgwildrose_20111212_38220.mp3 The CBC's Nola Keeler reports from CBC Centre Stage in downtown Edmonton on the annual Turkey Drive. The Young Columbian Choir provides the music. Arianna Johnson, executive director of the Fort McMurray Food Bank, explains why demand has been up in the last few years and what to expect this year. Sarah Elmiligi of the Canadian Parks and Wilderness Society describes how travel restrictions in 2013 on a busy stretch of road in Banff National Park will benefit wildlife in the area. The chair of the International Association of Fundraising Professionals, Andrea McManus, takes calls on questions to ask charities looking for money. http://www.cbc.ca/podcasting podcasting@cbc.ca Mon, 12 Dec 2011 05:00:00 GMT Monday December 12, 2011 The CBC's Nola Keeler reports from CBC Centre Stage in downtown Edmonton on the annual Turkey Drive. The Young Columbian Choir provides the music. Arianna Johnson, executive director of the Fort McMurray Food Bank, explains why demand has been up in the last few years and what to expect this year. Sarah Elmiligi of the Canadian Parks and Wilderness Society describes how travel restrictions in 2013 on a busy stretch of road in Banff National Park will benefit wildlife in the area. The chair of the International Association of Fundraising Professionals, Andrea McManus, takes calls on questions to ask charities looking for money. 2551 http://podcast.cbc.ca/mp3/podcasts/calgwildrose_20111209_70676.mp3 Mount Royal University political scientist Keith Brownsey comments on the severence packages MLAs and cabinet minister receive upon retirement. The Canadian Pickers, Sheldon Smithens and Scott Cozens are in Alberta to sell and find old treasures. Natalie MacLean, the author of Unquenchable: A Tipsy Quest for the World's Best Bargain Wines, takes calls and questions on the best value and best tasting wines for the holidays. http://www.cbc.ca/podcasting podcasting@cbc.ca Fri, 09 Dec 2011 05:00:00 GMT Friday December 09, 2011 Mount Royal University political scientist Keith Brownsey comments on the severence packages MLAs and cabinet minister receive upon retirement. The Canadian Pickers, Sheldon Smithens and Scott Cozens are in Alberta to sell and find old treasures. Natalie MacLean, the author of Unquenchable: A Tipsy Quest for the World's Best Bargain Wines, takes calls and questions on the best value and best tasting wines for the holidays. 2930 http://podcast.cbc.ca/mp3/podcasts/calgwildrose_20111208_89105.mp3 Allen Oberg, of Forestburg, chair of the Canadian Wheat Board, appeared before a senate committee studying Bill C-18, a bill aimed at dismantling the board's monopoly on Prairie wheat and barley. Oberg says it's wrong for the government to ignore a federal court judge's ruling that by law, farmers must be consulted before the Wheat Board is changed. Food and cooking colunist Cinda Chavich takes calls on making more conscious and sustainable food choices this holiday season. http://www.cbc.ca/podcasting podcasting@cbc.ca Thu, 08 Dec 2011 05:00:00 GMT Thursday December 08, 2011 Allen Oberg, of Forestburg, chair of the Canadian Wheat Board, appeared before a senate committee studying Bill C-18, a bill aimed at dismantling the board's monopoly on Prairie wheat and barley. Oberg says it's wrong for the government to ignore a federal court judge's ruling that by law, farmers must be consulted before the Wheat Board is changed. Food and cooking colunist Cinda Chavich takes calls on making more conscious and sustainable food choices this holiday season. 3039 http://podcast.cbc.ca/mp3/podcasts/calgwildrose_20111207_53094.mp3 The CBC's Andrea Huncar reports on the search for a missing 8-year-old girl. Wildrose MLA Rob Anderson takes listeners calls on the passage of Bill 26, toughening up administrative penalties on drunk driving in Alberta. Political scientist Duane Bratt of the Canadian Centre for Military and Strategic Studies, as well as Mount Royal University, addresses questions about a "Beyond the Border" agreement between Canada and the U.S., intended to improve security, ease congestion and improve trade issues. http://www.cbc.ca/podcasting podcasting@cbc.ca Wed, 07 Dec 2011 05:00:00 GMT Wednesday December 07, 2011 The CBC's Andrea Huncar reports on the search for a missing 8-year-old girl. Wildrose MLA Rob Anderson takes listeners calls on the passage of Bill 26, toughening up administrative penalties on drunk driving in Alberta. Political scientist Duane Bratt of the Canadian Centre for Military and Strategic Studies, as well as Mount Royal University, addresses questions about a "Beyond the Border" agreement between Canada and the U.S., intended to improve security, ease congestion and improve trade issues. 3040 http://podcast.cbc.ca/mp3/podcasts/calgwildrose_20111206_92034.mp3 Lewis Cardinal of the John Humphrey Centre for Peace and Human Rights and James Dempsey associate professor of Native Studies at the University of Alberta take calls on the issue of the Indian Act and whether it is outdate. Rick Lauber, author of the Canadian Caregiver's Guide for Canadians, takes calls on keeping the holidays stress free. http://www.cbc.ca/podcasting podcasting@cbc.ca Tue, 06 Dec 2011 05:00:00 GMT Tuesday December 06, 2011 Lewis Cardinal of the John Humphrey Centre for Peace and Human Rights and James Dempsey associate professor of Native Studies at the University of Alberta take calls on the issue of the Indian Act and whether it is outdate. Rick Lauber, author of the Canadian Caregiver's Guide for Canadians, takes calls on keeping the holidays stress free. 3039 http://podcast.cbc.ca/mp3/podcasts/calgwildrose_20111205_51142.mp3 The CBC's Scott Lilwall updates the fall-out from a stand off in Bretton where four people went to hospital including two RCMP officers. University Alberta professor Andrew Leach says the federal government's decision not to recommit to the next phase of the Kyoto protocol means Canada will not be penalized for not being in compliance but may pay a political price. Julie Brewster of the Calgary Food Bank talks about the launch of the CBC Suncor Food Bank drive. CBC Technology columnist Dan Misener, one of the minds behind Spark, takes calls on great tech toys and gadgets. http://www.cbc.ca/podcasting podcasting@cbc.ca Mon, 05 Dec 2011 05:00:00 GMT Monday December 05, 2011 The CBC's Scott Lilwall updates the fall-out from a stand off in Bretton where four people went to hospital including two RCMP officers. University Alberta professor Andrew Leach says the federal government's decision not to recommit to the next phase of the Kyoto protocol means Canada will not be penalized for not being in compliance but may pay a political price. Julie Brewster of the Calgary Food Bank talks about the launch of the CBC Suncor Food Bank drive. CBC Technology columnist Dan Misener, one of the minds behind Spark, takes calls on great tech toys and gadgets. 3040 http://podcast.cbc.ca/mp3/podcasts/calgwildrose_20111202_76747.mp3 Naturalist David McIntyre is calling for a highway overpass for wildlife at a dangerous section of road in southern Alberta. McIntyre, a long-time resident on the eastern slopes of the Livingstone Range, wants to see cross-highway corridors at highway 22 south where it intersects with highway 3. There are a number of Santa Claus Parades being held throughout Alberta. We'll talk to Helen Rice about the parade planned for Sunday in Grande Prairie. Jim Hole, with Hole's Greenhouse at the Enjoy Centre in St. Albert, takes calls from listeners about winter and holiday gardening. http://www.cbc.ca/podcasting podcasting@cbc.ca Fri, 02 Dec 2011 05:00:00 GMT Friday December 2, 2011 Naturalist David McIntyre is calling for a highway overpass for wildlife at a dangerous section of road in southern Alberta. McIntyre, a long-time resident on the eastern slopes of the Livingstone Range, wants to see cross-highway corridors at highway 22 south where it intersects with highway 3. There are a number of Santa Claus Parades being held throughout Alberta. We'll talk to Helen Rice about the parade planned for Sunday in Grande Prairie. Jim Hole, with Hole's Greenhouse at the Enjoy Centre in St. Albert, takes calls from listeners about winter and holiday gardening. 2787 http://podcast.cbc.ca/mp3/podcasts/calgwildrose_20111201_10442.mp3 Duane Bratt, a Professor of Policy Studies at Mount Royal University, looks at the unusual and eventful fall sitting of the Alberta legislature. Shannon Moroney's new book "Through the Glass" published by DoubleDay Canada, tells of her journey to come to terms with her former husband's brutal crimes. She's become a social justice advocate who travels throughout North America speaking about the ripple effects of crime for all victims, and the need for change. In our phone-in today is World Aids Day. We speak to two grandmothers who are part of the Grandmothers Advocacy Movement to raise money and awareness about HIV/AIDS. http://www.cbc.ca/podcasting podcasting@cbc.ca Thu, 01 Dec 2011 05:00:00 GMT Thursday December 1, 2011 Duane Bratt, a Professor of Policy Studies at Mount Royal University, looks at the unusual and eventful fall sitting of the Alberta legislature. Shannon Moroney's new book "Through the Glass" published by DoubleDay Canada, tells of her journey to come to terms with her former husband's brutal crimes. She's become a social justice advocate who travels throughout North America speaking about the ripple effects of crime for all victims, and the need for change. In our phone-in today is World Aids Day. We speak to two grandmothers who are part of the Grandmothers Advocacy Movement to raise money and awareness about HIV/AIDS. 3031 http://podcast.cbc.ca/mp3/podcasts/calgwildrose_20111130_41258.mp3 Alberta senator-in-waiting Betty Unger hasn't heard from the Prime Minister about replacing Senator Tommy Banks when he retires next month. But she would be eager for the call. Ron Bayda, a teacher at Sherwood heights Junior High in Sherwood Park, is losing his moustache after a successful Moustache Movember. Lyall Marshall is organizing what he hopes will be the world's longest hockey game to raise funds for the Alberta Children's Hospital because of its care of his six-year-old daughter Diamond. University of Lethbridge political scientist Peter McCormick takes calls on the prospect of appointing Betty Unger to the Red Chamber seven years after she was elected senator-in-waiting. http://www.cbc.ca/podcasting podcasting@cbc.ca Wed, 30 Nov 2011 05:00:00 GMT Wednesday November 30, 2011 Alberta senator-in-waiting Betty Unger hasn't heard from the Prime Minister about replacing Senator Tommy Banks when he retires next month. But she would be eager for the call. Ron Bayda, a teacher at Sherwood heights Junior High in Sherwood Park, is losing his moustache after a successful Moustache Movember. Lyall Marshall is organizing what he hopes will be the world's longest hockey game to raise funds for the Alberta Children's Hospital because of its care of his six-year-old daughter Diamond. University of Lethbridge political scientist Peter McCormick takes calls on the prospect of appointing Betty Unger to the Red Chamber seven years after she was elected senator-in-waiting. 3039 http://podcast.cbc.ca/mp3/podcasts/calgwildrose_20111129_39036.mp3 The Canadian Medical Association Journal is calling for an end to hospital parking fees. CMAJ interim editor-in-chief Dr. Rajendra Kale, says the fees are a barrier to health. University of Ottawa climate scientist Ian Clark and University of Calgary Canada Research Chair in Climate change Shawn Marshall take calls on "Anthroprogenic Global Warming" in advance of a debate sponsored by The Frontier Centre think tank and Mount Royal University. http://www.cbc.ca/podcasting podcasting@cbc.ca Tue, 29 Nov 2011 05:00:00 GMT Tuesday November 29, 2011 The Canadian Medical Association Journal is calling for an end to hospital parking fees. CMAJ interim editor-in-chief Dr. Rajendra Kale, says the fees are a barrier to health. University of Ottawa climate scientist Ian Clark and University of Calgary Canada Research Chair in Climate change Shawn Marshall take calls on "Anthroprogenic Global Warming" in advance of a debate sponsored by The Frontier Centre think tank and Mount Royal University. 3039 http://podcast.cbc.ca/mp3/podcasts/calgwildrose_20111128_82984.mp3 Calgary Fire Chief Bruce Burrell updates the clean-up efforts and damage estimates from the windstorm over the weekend. Brian Cornforth the Lethbridge fire chief is now monitoring hotspots after a number of grass fires ripped up the west side of the city and burned down two homes on the Blood Reserve. Jennifer MacGowan of Fortis says power has been restored to almost all of the 20 thousand households after the storm. Claresholm mayor David Moore says his town recorded the strongest winds of the day, and witnessed some bizarre sights, including an aluminum boat picked up and carried by the wind. Environment and Water minister Diana McQueen takes calls on the new taskforce she is chairing into Alberta's land laws and property rights. http://www.cbc.ca/podcasting podcasting@cbc.ca Mon, 28 Nov 2011 05:00:00 GMT Monday November 28, 2011 Calgary Fire Chief Bruce Burrell updates the clean-up efforts and damage estimates from the windstorm over the weekend. Brian Cornforth the Lethbridge fire chief is now monitoring hotspots after a number of grass fires ripped up the west side of the city and burned down two homes on the Blood Reserve. Jennifer MacGowan of Fortis says power has been restored to almost all of the 20 thousand households after the storm. Claresholm mayor David Moore says his town recorded the strongest winds of the day, and witnessed some bizarre sights, including an aluminum boat picked up and carried by the wind. Environment and Water minister Diana McQueen takes calls on the new taskforce she is chairing into Alberta's land laws and property rights. 2805 http://podcast.cbc.ca/mp3/podcasts/calgwildrose_20111125_59650.mp3 Superintendent Michele Dick of the Sturgeon School Division near Edmonton describes a new policy for allowing The Lord's prayer in public schools. Parent Luke Fevin is concerned with the implications of it. The CBC's Min Dhariwal and The Calgary Herald's Vicki Hall look ahead to the Grey Cup, Flames and Oilers hockey and the World Cup Ski races in Lake Louise. Phil Edmonston takes calls on his latest LemonAid New Car and Truck Guide. Occupy Edmonton protestors have been evicted from a downtown city park. http://www.cbc.ca/podcasting podcasting@cbc.ca Fri, 25 Nov 2011 05:00:00 GMT Friday November 25, 2011 Superintendent Michele Dick of the Sturgeon School Division near Edmonton describes a new policy for allowing The Lord's prayer in public schools. Parent Luke Fevin is concerned with the implications of it. The CBC's Min Dhariwal and The Calgary Herald's Vicki Hall look ahead to the Grey Cup, Flames and Oilers hockey and the World Cup Ski races in Lake Louise. Phil Edmonston takes calls on his latest LemonAid New Car and Truck Guide. Occupy Edmonton protestors have been evicted from a downtown city park. 3038 http://podcast.cbc.ca/mp3/podcasts/calgwildrose_20111124_21155.mp3 Deb Eld, office manager of Chinook Feeders, thanks all the people including more than a hundred firefighters who helped to put out an out-of-control blaze, and rescue and move more than 15-hundred head of cattle. Meanwhile, investigators are searching for the cause of a fire that burned down a cabin at the Jasper Park Lodge. Food columnist Cinda Chavich is ready as a judge in the "Extra Helping Chef Challenge to help the food bank. Professor Nick Holt, of the University of Alberta's Faculty of Physical Education and Recreation, takes calls on the issue of banning games and equipment that could harm kids at play. http://www.cbc.ca/podcasting podcasting@cbc.ca Thu, 24 Nov 2011 05:00:00 GMT Thursday November 24, 2011 Deb Eld, office manager of Chinook Feeders, thanks all the people including more than a hundred firefighters who helped to put out an out-of-control blaze, and rescue and move more than 15-hundred head of cattle. Meanwhile, investigators are searching for the cause of a fire that burned down a cabin at the Jasper Park Lodge. Food columnist Cinda Chavich is ready as a judge in the "Extra Helping Chef Challenge to help the food bank. Professor Nick Holt, of the University of Alberta's Faculty of Physical Education and Recreation, takes calls on the issue of banning games and equipment that could harm kids at play. 3040 http://podcast.cbc.ca/mp3/podcasts/calgwildrose_20111123_21498.mp3 Strong winds in Nanton, south of Calgary, blew the roof off a local high school, J.T. Foster. We get the latest from Ellie Elliott, Superintendant for the Livingstone Range School Division. Alberta's Auditor General is calling for new standards for long term care homes.Liberal Health critic Hugh MacDonald takes calls from listeners. We get the latest wind and snow warnings in Alberta with CBC TV weather specialist Danielle Savoni. And a new report shows a dramatic increase in the number of children in Alberta living in poverty. One of the authors, Bill Moore-Kilgannon, takes calls from listeners. http://www.cbc.ca/podcasting podcasting@cbc.ca Wed, 23 Nov 2011 05:00:00 GMT Wednesday November 23 Strong winds in Nanton, south of Calgary, blew the roof off a local high school, J.T. Foster. We get the latest from Ellie Elliott, Superintendant for the Livingstone Range School Division. Alberta's Auditor General is calling for new standards for long term care homes.Liberal Health critic Hugh MacDonald takes calls from listeners. We get the latest wind and snow warnings in Alberta with CBC TV weather specialist Danielle Savoni. And a new report shows a dramatic increase in the number of children in Alberta living in poverty. One of the authors, Bill Moore-Kilgannon, takes calls from listeners. 3040 http://podcast.cbc.ca/mp3/podcasts/calgwildrose_20111122_13110.mp3 D'Arcy Depoe of the Alberta Criminal Trial Lawyers Association says the Alberta government's new drunk driving bill is deeply flawed and could punish many innocent people. Co-founder of Respectgroup.com, Sheldon Kennedy, has been invited by a U.S. Senate Committee to talk about institutional sexual abuse in light of the recent charges laid in the Penn State abuse scandal. University of Calgary Professor Tom Keenan of the Faculty of Environmental Design says there are conerning privacy issues associated with signing on to free American servers such as Google. http://www.cbc.ca/podcasting podcasting@cbc.ca Tue, 22 Nov 2011 05:00:00 GMT Tuesday November 22, 2011 D'Arcy Depoe of the Alberta Criminal Trial Lawyers Association says the Alberta government's new drunk driving bill is deeply flawed and could punish many innocent people. Co-founder of Respectgroup.com, Sheldon Kennedy, has been invited by a U.S. Senate Committee to talk about institutional sexual abuse in light of the recent charges laid in the Penn State abuse scandal. University of Calgary Professor Tom Keenan of the Faculty of Environmental Design says there are conerning privacy issues associated with signing on to free American servers such as Google. 3039 http://podcast.cbc.ca/mp3/podcasts/calgwildrose_20111121_72543.mp3 Finance minister Ron Liepert provides a snapshot of Alberta's economy after the second quarter fiscal 2011-2012 results. Wildrose leader Danielle Smith says the Alberta government's spending is out of control, and she elaborates on her party's concerns regarding physician intimidation for speaking out. CA David Trahair takes calls on his new book, Crushing Debt, Why Canadians Should Drop Everyting and Pay Off Debt. http://www.cbc.ca/podcasting podcasting@cbc.ca Mon, 21 Nov 2011 05:00:00 GMT Monday November 21, 2011 Finance minister Ron Liepert provides a snapshot of Alberta's economy after the second quarter fiscal 2011-2012 results. Wildrose leader Danielle Smith says the Alberta government's spending is out of control, and she elaborates on her party's concerns regarding physician intimidation for speaking out. CA David Trahair takes calls on his new book, Crushing Debt, Why Canadians Should Drop Everyting and Pay Off Debt. 3040 http://podcast.cbc.ca/mp3/podcasts/calgwildrose_20111118_64409.mp3 The leader of Alberta's New Democrats Brian Mason has concerns about a range of issues -- from the government's proposed Health Care Inquiry to the way the premier handled the Keystone Pipeline matter in Washington. Grande Prairie Regional College has a new national bee diagnostic centre and is about to launch Canada's only commercial beekeeping course. Calgary Herald Entertainment Editor Ruth Myles says the latest vampire movie in the Twilight series is getting plenty of rotten tomatoes but it's still selling lots of tickets. Natalie MacLean, author of Unquenchable, A Tipsy Quest for the World's Best Bargain Wine, takes listeners calls. http://www.cbc.ca/podcasting podcasting@cbc.ca Fri, 18 Nov 2011 05:00:00 GMT Friday November 18, 2011 The leader of Alberta's New Democrats Brian Mason has concerns about a range of issues -- from the government's proposed Health Care Inquiry to the way the premier handled the Keystone Pipeline matter in Washington. Grande Prairie Regional College has a new national bee diagnostic centre and is about to launch Canada's only commercial beekeeping course. Calgary Herald Entertainment Editor Ruth Myles says the latest vampire movie in the Twilight series is getting plenty of rotten tomatoes but it's still selling lots of tickets. Natalie MacLean, author of Unquenchable, A Tipsy Quest for the World's Best Bargain Wine, takes listeners calls. 3039 http://podcast.cbc.ca/mp3/podcasts/calgwildrose_20111117_79049.mp3 Alberta MP Ted Menzies reveals details of the proposed Pooled Registered Pension Plan intended for self employed people and those who work in smaller businesses. Political scientist Chaldeans Mensah of Grant MacEwan University comments on Premier Alison Redford's first official trip outside the province. AMA road report coordinator Terry Clovechuk describes the most trecherous areas because of the winter storm conditions. University of Calgary ethicist Juliet Guichon takes listeners calls on the constitutional challenge before the B.C. Supreme Court on assisted suicide. http://www.cbc.ca/podcasting podcasting@cbc.ca Thu, 17 Nov 2011 05:00:00 GMT Thursday November 17, 2011 Alberta MP Ted Menzies reveals details of the proposed Pooled Registered Pension Plan intended for self employed people and those who work in smaller businesses. Political scientist Chaldeans Mensah of Grant MacEwan University comments on Premier Alison Redford's first official trip outside the province. AMA road report coordinator Terry Clovechuk describes the most trecherous areas because of the winter storm conditions. University of Calgary ethicist Juliet Guichon takes listeners calls on the constitutional challenge before the B.C. Supreme Court on assisted suicide. 3039 http://podcast.cbc.ca/mp3/podcasts/calgwildrose_20111116_93915.mp3 Judith Dwarkin, VP Energy research at ITG Investment Research, looks at how TransCanada's competitors are handling the delays in the Keystone XL pipeline project. Tim Stilson of "Downtown Lethbridge" Business Revitalization Zone says it's too late to save the Chinese National League Building despite its designation as a provincial historic resource. University of Alberta economist Rolf Mirus of the Western Centre for Economic Research takes calls on the idea of a provincial sales tax for Alberta. http://www.cbc.ca/podcasting podcasting@cbc.ca Wed, 16 Nov 2011 05:00:00 GMT Wednesday November 16, 2011 Judith Dwarkin, VP Energy research at ITG Investment Research, looks at how TransCanada's competitors are handling the delays in the Keystone XL pipeline project. Tim Stilson of "Downtown Lethbridge" Business Revitalization Zone says it's too late to save the Chinese National League Building despite its designation as a provincial historic resource. University of Alberta economist Rolf Mirus of the Western Centre for Economic Research takes calls on the idea of a provincial sales tax for Alberta. 3039 http://podcast.cbc.ca/mp3/podcasts/calgwildrose_20111115_27350.mp3 TransCanada's XL Pipeline would have bisected Teri Taylor's farm in Nebraska. She's relieved,after three years of protests, that the company has agreed to reroute the line. Alberta and Canada are looking to Asia for markets for energy and other products. CBC senior business producer Tracy Johnson looks at the implications of joining the Trans Pacific Partnership on farmers and marketing boards. Canadian Wheat Board supporters led by Alberta's Allan Oberg rally on Parliament Hill. Official Opposition leader Dr. Raj Sherman of the Alberta Liberal Party takes listeners calls on a range of issues. http://www.cbc.ca/podcasting podcasting@cbc.ca Tue, 15 Nov 2011 05:00:00 GMT Tuesday November 15, 2011 TransCanada's XL Pipeline would have bisected Teri Taylor's farm in Nebraska. She's relieved,after three years of protests, that the company has agreed to reroute the line. Alberta and Canada are looking to Asia for markets for energy and other products. CBC senior business producer Tracy Johnson looks at the implications of joining the Trans Pacific Partnership on farmers and marketing boards. Canadian Wheat Board supporters led by Alberta's Allan Oberg rally on Parliament Hill. Official Opposition leader Dr. Raj Sherman of the Alberta Liberal Party takes listeners calls on a range of issues. 3038 http://podcast.cbc.ca/mp3/podcasts/calgwildrose_20111114_14767.mp3 Premier Alison Redford travels to Washington to lobby for the Keystone XL Pipeline. http://www.cbc.ca/podcasting podcasting@cbc.ca Mon, 14 Nov 2011 05:00:00 GMT Monday November 14, 2011 Premier Alison Redford travels to Washington to lobby for the Keystone XL Pipeline. 3029