What’s behind the “slopaganda” pushing Alberta separatism?

Researchers have identified YouTube accounts starring people purporting to be Albertans, making the case for separation. But it turns out those content creators have never set foot in Wild Rose Country. Former Conservative Party leader Erin O'Toole tells us what he's bringing to the table, as the Prime Minister convenes a new council on Canada-U.S. economic relations. Donald Trump will attend the White House Correspondents’ dinner this week, with a room full of journalists he's maligned for years. One of whom hopes her colleagues aren't mealy-mouthed at the meal. In 1907, Tom Longboat made history as the first Indigenous winner of the Boston marathon. Now his great-great grandson is trying to match his winning time. Bruce the parrot has gained the upper hand in his flock despite having lost his upper beak -- and because of what he's learned to do with his lower one. An "endless shrimp" promotion nearly sunk Red Lobster -- but now, a similar deal is back, and restaurant staff could not be more seasick about it. As It Happens, the Tuesday Edition. Radio that's always skeptical of grand prawn-ouncements.

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This episode was published on Apr 21, 2026.

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