Let's face it: budget coverage is usually pretty boring. The average person doesn't spend much time digging into how governments plan on spending their money. This episode, we focus on the real life stuff: how does the federal government's big-spending, "clean economy"-focused fiscal plan impact you and your family? 

1:18 | Erica Ifill isn't your average economist. The animated co-host of the Bad & Bitchy podcast and columnist with The Hill Times brings her signature candid commentary to the table as she and Ryan dig into Budget 2023. 

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31:57 | It's not all doom and gloom in the restaurant business! Three entrepreneurs featured in Edify's annual Best Restaurants issue join Ryan in studio to discuss post-COVID challenges, changing consumer habits, and farm-to-table menu development. Don't miss Nadine Lewis (Cafe Caribbean), Ed Donszelmann (Otto), and Blair Lebsack (RGE RD)! 

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1:05:27 | Jasper Pride & Ski Festival is just around the corner! This week's #MyJasper Memories presented by Tourism Jasper highlights some of the must-attend events of this ten-day annual tradition. 

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1:10:50 | Real Talker Mike's not convinced oil companies are scared of big infrastructure investments. Ryan reads Mike's email taking issue with our March 29 interview with labour economist Dr. Joseph Marchand. 

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