December 7, 2022 - Gun Control: Dr. Lise Gotell; Activism & Inclusion in Sport; #MyJasper Memories

Debate rages on around Bill C-21, the government's gun control bill. In this episode, we talk to Dr. Lise Gotell, a gender violence expert, and hear from Real Talker "Neil," a firearms enthusiast, as our conversation on gun policy in Canada continues.  NOTE: Registration is open for the Real Talk Pond Hockey Classic on Saturday, February 4, 2023! Click here for details on how to play, volunteer, or sponsor this amazing annual event: https://ryanjespersen.com/pond-hockey 0:30 | Looking for an unconventional (scented) holiday gift to enjoy around a fire? Ryan shows off an intriguing item he recently discovered. 8:36 | Dr. Lise Gotell has dedicated her academic career to improving the experience of survivors in the criminal justice system. She joins us just days after she was in Ottawa discussing Bill C-21, and reiterates why gun policy must reflect the realities of domestic violence.  CHECK OUT THE NAT'L ASSOC. OF WOMEN & THE LAW: https://nawl.ca/nawl-takes-action-on-gun-control-law/ 33:37 | Neil's a gun owner, hunter, and shooting enthusiast. He's also a regular Real Talk listener who took the time to share his thoughts on guns to [email protected]. Got a response to Neil's arguments? We'd love to hear from you.  39:40 | Inclusion in sport is a recurring theme that's not going away. Drs. Michael Kehler and Gabriel Knott-Fayle have conducted extensive research in masculinity, allyship, and homophobia in sports and media. They lay out how toxic masculinity manifests itself at the highest levels all the way down, and what we as a society can do about it.  CHECK OUT THEIR FIFA WORLD CUP FEATURE: https://theconversation.com/world-cup-2022-mens-soccer-must-stop-silencing-activism-and-allyship-195087 1:14:23 | Searching for a perfect gift for the mountain lover in your life? Look no further than this week's #MyJasper Memories presented by Tourism Jasper!  SAVE BIG WITH A MARMOT ESCAPE CARD: https://www.skimarmot.com/ SHOP LOCAL IN JASPER: https://www.jasper.travel/things-to-do/shopping/ STAY IN A STUNNING JASPER CABIN: https://www.jasper.travel/blog/4-cozy-winter-cabins-rent-jasper/ EMAIL THE SHOW: [email protected]  WEBSITE: https://ryanjespersen.com/ TWITTER: https://twitter.com/RealTalkRJ INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/RealTalkRJ/ TIKTOK: https://www.tiktok.com/@realtalkrj PATREON: https://www.patreon.com/ryanjespersen SUPPORT OUR SPONSORS: https://ryanjespersen.com/sponsors The views and opinions expressed in this show are those of the host and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Relay Communications Group Inc. or any affiliates.