The Truth About The Alberta Advantage

Kevin Van Tighem was portrayed by his political opponents as an "enemy" of Alberta when he ran to become an MLA in 2023. Now-Minister Jason Nixon pulled quotes from his book "Wild Roses Are Worth It: Reimagining the Alberta Advantage," and accused him of portraying Albertans as angry rednecks and resource exploiters. We talk to the former Superintendent of Banff National Park (26:20) about that experience, and what "reimagining" the Alberta Advantage really means. But first... 3:38 | Ryan and Johnny highlight Kamala Harris' concession speech, take a look at who's getting rich off Donald Trump's win, and read emails from Real Talkers Lauren and Rebecca (who pitches a real heater).  EMAIL THE SHOW: [email protected]  REGISTER FOR THE REAL TALK POND HOCKEY CLASSIC on FEB. 1: https://www.ryanjespersen.com/pond-hockey UNIVERSITY OF ALBERTA ALUMNI AWARD NOMINATIONS: uofa.ca/nominate FOLLOW US ON TIKTOK, TWITTER, & INSTAGRAM: @realtalkrj REAL TALK MERCH: https://ryanjespersen.com/merch RECEIVE EXCLUSIVE PERKS - BECOME A REAL TALK PATRON: https://www.patreon.com/ryanjespersen THANK YOU FOR SUPPORTING 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.