Smith's Separatist Problem

Danielle Smith has a choice to make. Either (continue to) placate separatists within her party under threat of a hostile takeover, or take the UCP back. That could involve the nuclear option of revoking a number of party memberships. What's the smartest play, and what does it mean for UCP members and Albertans in general? We break it down with Erika Barootes and Melissa Caouette (7:00) in our feature interview presented by Mercedes-Benz Edmonton West. 

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56:00 | Mark your calendar for these must-attend Jasper events! You've still got time to take in the Jasper Dark Sky Festival, Jespo's pretty excited about the Haunted Hotel on Oct. 30 and 31, and the Rebuild Jasper Run will be here before you know it. #MyJasper Memories is proudly presented by our friends at Tourism Jasper. 

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59:45 | Why don't Albertans feel as rich as they are? Cary and Misha from North Road Investment Counsel bring a fresh post-referendum angle to the table, and give us a few great tips to avoid being targeted by cybercriminals. 

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1:39:00 | Jespo and Johnny connect on a few very important matters to wrap up the show. 

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