Trump, Iran, and the Return of $100 Oil

The war in Iran could soon return oil to $100/barrel. It'll have big implications on the energy industry, international economies, and what consumers pay at the pump. Max Fawcett argues it should also prompt politicians like Alberta Premier Danielle Smith and federal Energy Minister Tim Hodgson to rethink their entire strategy on renewables. He explains why in our feature interview (3:30) presented by Mercedes-Benz Edmonton West. 

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31:30 | It's Kyle Dube Day. Ryan reflects on Kyle's incredible legacy at YOUCAN Youth Services.

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36:20 | Max tells us why he chose now to take aim at Naheed Nenshi's NDP leadership, and why he doesn't care one bit about whether or not Alberta stays on Daylight Saving Time. 

1:17:30 | Jespo and Johnny debate the merits of staying on Standard or Daylight Saving Time. 

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1:21:45 | Jespo reads emails from Dr. Charles in Calgary and Dr. Andrew in Edmonton, responding to Real Talker Laura's email last week about physician salaries. 

1:30:00 | Jespo recaps his visit to E2 Academy.

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