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28/12/2021

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29/11/2021

Thanks to Andrew Knack who joined us for Episode 31 of Insight Pints!

Among other topics, we asked how close he was to running for Mayor in 2021 and his thoughts on returning to Nakota Isga.

Watch: https://bit.ly/3cXjaT6
Listen: https://spoti.fi/3xGAFk7

26/11/2021

It’s been a while since we’ve had a chance to record. Lots of life events happening in a short period will do that.

With that said, new episode coming on Monday!

Drop your guess for which Edmonton city councillor will be featured in our next below.

26/10/2021

We are officially back! Keren Tang joined us for our 30th episode as we chat about her election win and what she wants to accomplish on Edmonton City Council.

Watch: https://bit.ly/3jEkFt8
Listen: https://spoti.fi/3CmeIbC
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26/10/2021

Edmontonians invited to watch Swearing-In ceremony online October 25, 2021 The City of Edmonton invites Edmontonians to virtually join City Council’s Swearing-In ceremony on Tuesday, October 26 at 1:3

19/10/2021

Congratulations to Jyoti Gondek who has been declared by media as the next mayor of Calgary.

19/10/2021

Congratulations to Amarjeet Sohi who has been declared by media as the next mayor of Edmonton.

18/10/2021

Happy Election Day, Alberta! Make sure you get out to the polls today if you didn't take advantage of advanced voting.

We want to say a big thank you to all of the mayoral candidates who took time our of their busy schedules to join us on the podcast.

Edmonton

Amarjeet Sohi
Kim Krushell
Michael Oshry
Cheryll Watson
Diana Steele

Calgary

Jeromy Farkas
Jyoti Gondek
Jeff Davison
Brad Field
Jan Damery
Zane4Mayor Calgary

Make sure you check out their interviews if you are still undecided. Get out and vote, Alberta!

15/10/2021

We discuss a number of Kim Krushell for Mayor's platform issues, including implementing two years of zero tax increases, improving Edmonton's economy through the tech sector, and how she plans to market the city.

Watch now: https://youtu.be/vImTYsCScos

On this episode, we feature mayoral candidate for Edmonton, Kim Krushell. We discuss a number of her platform issues, including implementing two years of zer...

15/10/2021

We discussed a number of Jan Damery for Calgary Mayor platform issues, including using the Community Revitalization Levy in downtown YYC, bringing a new tech campus to the city, and how she would work to build a collaborative city council.

Watch now: https://youtu.be/9JaI1pZCgmY

On this episode, we feature mayoral candidate for Calgary, Jan Damery.We discuss a number of her platform issues, including using the Community Revitalizatio...

15/10/2021

We discuss a number of Jeff Davison for Mayor's platform issues, including diversifying the local economy, building collaborative relationships, and growing the city's tax base.

Watch now: https://youtu.be/kGRvvuWg0TQ

On this episode, we feature mayoral candidate for Calgary, Jeff DavisonWe discuss a number of his platform issues, including diversifying the local economy, ...

14/10/2021

We met with Michael Oshry For Mayor and chat about his decision to return to municipal politics and his overarching vision for the city.

Watch now: https://youtu.be/Fab_s3GpMH4

On this episode, we feature mayoral candidate for Edmonton, Michael Oshry. We talk about his decision to return to municipal politics and his overarching vis...

14/10/2021

We met with Brad Field and how he will work to keep business in the city, finding efficiencies in City Hall, and why he feels his business background would serve Calgarians well if he were elected.

Watch now: https://youtu.be/g_bcavPKqMk

On this episode, we feature mayoral candidate for Calgary, Brad Field. We discuss his vision for the City of Calgary, including how he will work to keep busi...

13/10/2021

We discussed a number of Diana Steele YEG platform issues, including improving Edmonton's transportation network, support for local business, and her desire to improve the city's efforts to support the homeless population.

Watch now: https://youtu.be/Pv4x64eI7dE

On this episode, we feature mayoral candidate for Edmonton, Diana Steele. We talk about her decision to jump into municipal politics and her previous experie...

13/10/2021

We discuss Zane4Mayor Calgary's vision for the City of YYC, including how he will improve collaboration, his ideas to support families & business, and his thoughts on the state of City Hall as someone not already in an elected position.

Watch now: https://youtu.be/YGLtIouFIYY

On this episode, we feature mayoral candidate for Calgary, Zane Novak. We discuss his vision for the City of Calgary, including how he will improve collabora...

12/10/2021

We met with Jyoti Gondek for Mayor to discuss what led her to pursue a PhD in Urban Sociology and why she decided to become a city councillor.

Watch Now: https://youtu.be/lMQCyZC9A1w

On this episode, we feature Ward 3 Councillor and mayoral candidate for Calgary, Dr. Jyoti Gondek. We discuss what led her to pursue a PhD in Urban Sociology...

12/10/2021

We discussed a number of policy areas with Amarjeet Sohi , including systemic inequity, improving public transit, how to support Edmonton's businesses, and numerous other topics.

Watch now: https://youtu.be/v6SCM4lCW0E

ps. we were his first podcast 😉

On this episode, we feature mayoral candidate for Edmonton, Amarjeet Sohi. We talk about his decision to return to municipal politics and his experience as a...

11/10/2021

Wishing all of our guests, friends, family, and listeners a very Happy Thanksgiving!

09/10/2021

We met with Jeromy Farkas - Standing Up For Calgarians where he shared some details about his campaign platform & what his plan is to reduce the vacancy rate in Calgary's downtown office towers.

Watch now: https://youtu.be/G9P-dvBM2s8

On the 10th episode of Insight Pints, we begin our mayoral candidate series for Alberta's two largest cities. Starting us off is Calgary's Ward 11 Councillor...

08/10/2021

We had a chance to chat with Cheryll Watson 2021 about her experience on the campaign trail so far, her plans for a Central Business Neighbourhood, and what her vision is for bringing business back into Edmonton's downtown.

Watch now:https://youtu.be/oWi0ynDjswM

Our mayoral candidate interview series continues. This time, we go north on the QEII and welcome Edmonton candidate, Cheryll Watson.Cheryll tell us about her...

08/10/2021

In case you missed some of our episodes with and mayoral candidates we will be resharing the episodes again throughout the next week so that you can be informed when you hit the polls on October 18th, or before. ✏️

If you want to get a head start, check out our playlist here:

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05/10/2021

Advanced polls for the municipal election opened yesterday! If you are still contemplating who to vote as or next mayor, take a look at our interviews with various candidates Party popper

Check them out here: https://bit.ly/3DdeQdr

20/09/2021

It’s Election Day! Make sure you get out to the polls if you didn’t take advantage of advanced or mail in balloting.

If you’re working, you are entitled to three consecutive hours off to cast your ballot.

10/09/2021

It was week on the campaign trail. In issue number 4, we recap the English debate and look at key stories pertaining to the election.

Read more about what happened in our FREE issue: https://bit.ly/3j4PhEs

08/09/2021

In the last few episodes of Insight Pints, we have had the opportunity to meet with federal candidates: Ben Henderson, Heather McPherson MP, and George Chahal where we discussed a variety of upcoming election issues and topics.

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07/09/2021

We could tell you why you should sign up for Insight into Government, but we would rather let our readers do the talking for us!

Here is why one of our long-time subscribers trusts Insight into Government for their political news.

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03/09/2021

Week 3 of saw a shifting of the polls and some interesting changes to the campaign landscape in Alberta.

Read more about what happened in our FREE issue: https://bit.ly/3j4PhEs

02/09/2021

We have had the pleasure of chatting with some of Alberta's municipal candidates over the past few months. Check out our playlist of all of our episodes with the different candidates from and and their interviews.

Watch now: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLdLAVrrJC_mx-ARvu6Gf9UMx5fxbRTQC9

27/08/2021

Week 2 of saw a shifting of the polls and some interesting changes to the campaign landscape in Alberta.

Read more about what happened in our FREE issue: https://bit.ly/3j4PhEs

27/08/2021

Alberta is one of the only provinces that have yet to sign on to the
Liberal Party of Canada | Parti libéral du Canada $10/day childcare program. We chat with Ben Henderson Ben Henderson from the Edmonton-Millwoods area, about what needs to be done in order to get the province on board.

Watch: https://bit.ly/2WvKEuc
Listen: https://spoti.fi/2Wn7G6V

25/08/2021

Access to high-speed internet has been a long-standing issue in many regions of the country. We asked Heather McPherson about her thoughts on this and other election issues.

Watch: https://bit.ly/3yeQzRl
Listen: https://spoti.fi/3BaojSO

23/08/2021

It's season, which means candidate interviews are here! We will be chatting with as many candidates as possible until the vote Sept 20.

Up first is George Chahal running in Calgary-Skyview.

Watch: https://bit.ly/3z9yBkK
Listen: https://spoti.fi/3DcyW8s

20/08/2021

We want to keep you updated on the latest trends, news, and updates regarding . We will be producing a free weekly publication solely dedicated to news regarding the federal election for our province.

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20/08/2021

17/08/2021

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12/08/2021

Jeff Davison was able to join us on the podcast as the municipal campaign season swings into high gear! Tune in to hear what he has to say!

Watch - https://bit.ly/3xBHjq5
Listen - https://spoti.fi/3AQ4C1J
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11/08/2021

With municipal elections coming up in the fall, now is a perfect time to start doing some research on the different mayoral candidates. We are here to help! Check out our page to see interviews with a number of the top candidates: https://bit.ly/3uHnAVC

More to come!

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28/07/2021

In today's podcast, we are discussing utilizing the Community Revitalization Levy and other plans for downtown revitalization in Calgary with Jan Damery.

Watch now: https://bit.ly/373hWD1
Beverage: Marda Loop Brewing Jenkins Grapefruit Ale

23/07/2021

Can't believe we are almost halfway through summer already! We need your help on the BEST brews in so we can make sure we make a few pit stops throughout what is left of the summer. 🍻

We will start: Polar Park Brewing Co. LTD was great when we hosted Episode 23 with Kim Krushell for Mayor!

16/07/2021