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Talk Truth 11.06.26 - Keep Building | How does God get your attention? From the biblical account of Balaam and his donkey to the personal struggles of carrying a mission forward, this special episode explores what it means to listen, obey and persevere when giving up feels easier. After years of challenges, setbacks and moments of discouragement, two words have become a renewed calling for Talk Truth: Keep Building. A personal conversation about faith, exhaustion, courage and the work still ahead. 00:00 Introduction and Psalm 24 00:48 How does God get your attention? 02:16 When God used a donkey to confront Balaam 04:10 Balaam's instructions and the promise of reward 05:22 The angel Balaam couldn't see 07:26 When obstacles are actually warnings 08:23 God opens the donkey's mouth 10:14 Wanting God's approval for our own decisions 12:16 Balaam's warning about following the wrong desires 13:48 Learning to recognize God's timing 15:10 Perseverance and the 15-year fight for Christian radio 16:43 The exhaustion behind the mission 17:41 Two words: Keep Building 18:58 How the Allison Inquiry changed everything 20:55 The faith required to keep going 24:03 What Keep Building means for Talk Truth's future 26:18 New free devotional booklet 27:14 How to help Keep Building 28:07 Closing remarks

Talk Truth 11.05.26 - Michael Wagner | Alberta voted overwhelmingly to remain in Canada, but is the independence movement really finished? Michael Wagner examines the referendum results, why he believes the movement has changed Alberta politics, and whether Mark Carney's promises to the province will hold. The discussion explores Alberta's political leverage, lessons from Quebec's independence movement, and what comes next for supporters of independence and greater provincial autonomy. 00:00 Introduction and biblical reflection 04:18 Alberta's referendum results 05:27 Michael Wagner returns 06:01 Wagner reacts to the independence vote 07:15 Did the referendum change Ottawa's approach? 09:08 Wagner reflects on casting his ballot 10:05 What Alberta can learn from Quebec 11:37 The CF-18 contract and Western alienation 13:20 Alberta's resources and political leverage 15:02 Wagner revisits his prediction about Alberta's future 16:30 Why independence support may endure 17:33 The organizations keeping the movement alive 18:55 How Mark Carney's decisions could affect the movement 19:46 Did the independence movement lack a strong leader? 21:14 Why leadership matters 23:26 Concerns about Canada's relationship with the EU 25:38 What should independence supporters do now? 26:59 Closing conversation 27:07 Free booklet and closing remarks

Talk Truth 11.04.26 - Shawn Buckley | COVID vaccine injury compensation is being questioned in Parliament, while Alberta Premier Danielle Smith faces scrutiny over her government's vaccination policies. Lawyer Shawn Buckley returns to discuss the fallout from the Allison Inquiry, concerns about how federal compensation funds were spent, and why he believes Alberta's expanded vaccination programs conflict with recommendations from its own COVID-19 task force. Allan and Corri also examine the influence of health bureaucracies on government decisions, an upcoming Allison Inquiry announcement, and the latest effort to save Bill C-224. 00:00 Introduction and Living Hope booklet 01:30 Shawn Buckley returns 02:23 MPs question vaccine injury compensation in Parliament 03:49 Questions over the program's administration costs 04:47 Calls for meaningful financial support 05:48 Buckley reacts to the parliamentary exchanges 07:28 Allan discusses testimony from injured Canadians 08:15 Danielle Smith's comments on Alberta's vaccine programs 09:51 Buckley questions Alberta's approach 10:31 Alberta's COVID-19 task force report 11:37 Recommendations concerning children and teenagers 14:25 Buckley challenges expanded vaccination programs 15:31 Allan questions pharmaceutical influence 16:42 Who really controls government health policy? 19:42 Is the conversation around vaccine injuries changing? 20:12 Buckley on faith, prayer and accountability 21:59 Upcoming Allison Inquiry announcement 22:56 The latest fight over Bill C-224 24:43 Closing conversation 25:17 Allan's biblical reflection 27:11 Free resources and closing remarks

Talk Truth 11.03.26 - Roger Song | He challenged the Law Society of Alberta in court. Now he's running to help govern it. Lawyer Roger Song, who grew up under Communist China and was once a member of the Chinese Communist Party, discusses his campaign to become a Law Society bencher, his opposition to mandatory cultural competence training, and recent changes to Alberta's professional regulations. Allan and Corri explore his extraordinary journey from China to Canada, his conversion to Christianity, and why he believes freedom of conscience and the rule of law must be defended. 00:00 Introduction and biblical reflection 03:44 Accountability, leadership and false prophets 04:58 Roger Song's fight for freedom of conscience 05:43 Roger Song returns 06:44 What is a Law Society bencher? 07:31 Why he's running for election 08:20 Growing up under Communist China 09:44 Who can vote in the bencher election? 10:23 Challenging mandatory cultural competence training 11:10 Why the training reminded him of communist ideology 13:34 Alberta's new legislation and Law Society changes 15:57 Did Roger's court challenge influence the changes? 16:37 Allan on freedom and government authority 18:40 Roger's journey from China to Canada 19:51 Finding Christianity and rebuilding his career 20:35 Comparing the Canadian and Chinese constitutions 23:37 His father's house arrest in China 24:32 Christianity and Canada's constitutional foundations 26:07 Roger's campaign and closing conversation

Talk Truth 11.02.26 - Shawn Buckley | More than a million postcards sent to MPs, hundreds of thousands of letters, and Canada's fight over natural health products is still far from over. Lawyer and NHPPA president Shawn Buckley returns to discuss Bill C-224, the Health Committee's decision to reject its provisions, and why he believes Health Canada's regulatory approach threatens access to supplements and natural remedies. Allan and Corri examine the penalties facing businesses, restrictions on health claims, and the growing question of who should have the final say over Canadians' health choices. 00:00 Introduction and biblical reflection 03:22 The fight over Canada's natural health products 04:12 Shawn Buckley returns 04:45 Why access to natural health products matters 07:22 How Canada and the U.S. regulate supplements differently 08:01 Why natural health products are classified as drugs 09:41 Health Canada's expanded regulatory powers 10:04 The potential $5 million daily penalties 11:49 What Bill C-224 was intended to change 13:10 Buckley challenges Parliament's handling of the bill 15:52 Patient stories and access to natural remedies 18:39 Who should control Canadians' health decisions? 19:54 Buckley challenges Canada's healthcare model 22:00 Allan on government interference in personal health 24:16 More than a million postcards sent to MPs 26:10 What happened to Bill C-224 in committee 27:03 Closing discussion

Talk Truth 10.30.26 - Dr. Brian Hooker | Two young girls died during the Texas measles outbreak, but were serious bacterial infections and hospital treatment decisions overlooked? Dr. Brian Hooker, Chief Scientific Officer of Children's Health Defense, discusses his review of the medical records of six-year-old Kaylee Fair and eight-year-old Daisy Hildebrand, his conversations with their families, and why his organization filed complaints concerning their care. Allan and Corri question whether doctors focused too narrowly on measles, how vaccination status influenced treatment, and what the families deserve to know. The conversation also examines MMR vaccine effectiveness, Robert F. Kennedy Jr.'s public comments, and informed consent. 00:00 Introduction 00:42 Two girls die during the Texas measles outbreak 01:17 Meet Dr. Brian Hooker 02:14 Kaylee Fair's hospitalization 02:57 Hooker questions the antibiotics used 05:16 Medical complaints filed over hospital treatment 06:31 Could bacterial infections have been overlooked? 07:03 Daisy Hildebrand's medical records 08:28 Hooker discusses missed testing 10:41 The dangers of focusing on one diagnosis 12:15 What the families told Hooker 14:18 Vaccinated versus unvaccinated measles cases 15:14 Hooker describes his own measles infection 17:04 Measles complications and vaccine policy 19:17 Hooker challenges how the deaths were classified 20:53 Robert F. Kennedy Jr. and the MMR vaccine 23:04 Informed consent and parental choice 24:48 Allan's biblical reflection 27:11 Closing remarks

Talk Truth 10.29.26 - Benita Pedersen | An Alberta woman who distributed flyers opposing a Pride crosswalk in Westlock is now defending herself before the Alberta Human Rights Tribunal. Benita Pedersen explains why she challenged the town's plans, the statements in her flyer that prompted a complaint alleging incitement of hatred, and how the case has affected her life. She discusses the support of the Justice Centre for Constitutional Freedoms, testimony from two transgender witnesses who defended her freedom of expression, and what's at stake as the tribunal prepares for closing arguments on December 8. 00:00 Introduction 01:06 A political flyer leads to a human rights complaint 01:44 Meet Benita Pedersen 02:46 The Westlock Pride crosswalk controversy 03:34 The complaint alleging incitement of hatred 04:21 The case advances to a human rights tribunal 05:31 Political expression and public disagreement 06:30 Why Benita distributed the flyers 07:36 The statements cited in the complaint 08:24 What the flyer actually said 10:45 Benita explains her views and testimony 13:41 Two transgender witnesses support her free speech rights 16:49 The complainant and the town council election 18:17 An invitation to hear the complainant's side 18:59 Testimony about concerns for personal safety 21:39 The personal cost of the proceedings 22:02 December 8 closing arguments 22:54 Legal support and expert witnesses 24:09 Preparing for the tribunal's decision 25:27 Allan's biblical reflection 27:31 Closing remarks

Talk Truth 10.28.26 - Dean Allison & Shawn Buckley | The Allison Inquiry reached millions of viewers, and now other MPs want to hear from Canadians reporting COVID vaccine injuries. MP Dean Allison and lawyer Shawn Buckley return to discuss the extraordinary response to the four-day hearings on Parliament Hill, the role independent media played in bringing those testimonies to the public, and plans for new town halls across Canada. With nearly 1,500 people having applied to testify, they discuss what comes next, whether government officials could eventually be compelled to answer questions, and why they believe the push for accountability is only beginning. 00:00 Introduction 03:23 Dean Allison and Shawn Buckley return 03:57 Looking back at the Allison Inquiry 05:36 Dean Allison on the impact of the hearings 07:31 Independent media reaches millions 09:23 The MPs who attended and those who couldn't 11:30 Nearly 1,500 applications to testify 11:46 Shawn Buckley explains how the inquiry began 14:09 The challenges behind organizing the hearings 16:27 More MPs interested in local hearings 18:54 Shawn Buckley confirms plans for a town hall 20:17 Could officials eventually be compelled to testify? 20:53 Dean Allison calls for greater accountability 22:41 Shawn Buckley challenges the mainstream narrative 25:19 A town hall is already booked 26:07 How Canadians can follow future events 27:12 Final reflections on the inquiry

Talk Truth 10.26.26 - Stéphanie Giguère Testimony | Allan and Corri revisit the powerful Allison Inquiry testimony of Stéphanie Giguère, a former British Columbia health authority psychotherapist who says she developed severe neurological symptoms shortly after receiving her first Moderna COVID-19 vaccine. Within 90 minutes, her hands began going numb, followed by debilitating headaches, speech difficulties, loss of motor control and widespread pain. Stéphanie recounts being diagnosed with a mental health disorder while struggling to obtain medical care, being treated as unvaccinated despite receiving one dose, and facing hostility from both sides of the COVID debate. She also describes her denied workers' compensation claim and the medical research she compiled in response. Her emotional testimony ends with a powerful declaration of faith in Jesus Christ and why she no longer believes government can make her whole. 00:00 Introduction 00:56 Stéphanie Giguère's testimony begins 01:22 Her life and career before vaccination 02:36 Her Moderna vaccination on January 21, 2021 02:53 Numbness and neurological symptoms begin 04:26 Severe headaches and worsening symptoms 05:35 Speech difficulties and loss of motor control 07:42 Struggling to work and care for herself 08:38 Her doctor's response to her symptoms 09:15 Diagnosed with a mental health disorder 10:04 Seeking alternative medical treatment 11:46 Gaslighting, public hostility and discrimination 13:18 The political climate during COVID 15:18 Nightmares and lasting psychological distress 17:13 Hostility toward people reporting vaccine injuries 18:28 Her workers' compensation claim and medical research 19:41 Questions from MPs 22:59 Stéphanie's powerful declaration of faith 23:54 Allan and Corri react to her testimony 25:16 The Good Samaritan and compassion for those suffering 27:25 Closing remarks

Talk Truth 10.23.26 - Karla Joy Treadway | Karla Joy Treadway, host of The Sovereign Sphere podcast and Kenora city council candidate, speaks about the backlash she says she's faced since entering politics. Once a lifelong Liberal, Karla shares what changed her political views, why she's challenging the status quo, and how her positions on addiction recovery and public safety have sparked controversy. From online attacks and accusations to reported death threats, she discusses cancel culture, freedom of speech, and the Christian faith that keeps her standing firm. 00:00 Introduction 02:32 Guest comes in 03:31 Why Karla left the Liberal Party 04:58 DEI, cancel culture and political division 05:39 The COVID backlash that changed everything 07:56 Are Canadians afraid to speak freely? 10:58 Why Karla decided to run for city council 12:22 Addiction, public safety and Alberta's recovery model 15:17 The campaign backlash begins 16:08 Podcast clips, online attacks and accusations 17:28 Questioning narratives and First Nations issues 19:40 Faith, courage and standing for truth 21:15 Death threats and relying on God 22:22 Responding to attacks without fighting back 23:43 What the campaign has taught her 25:34 Allan's closing reflections 27:39 Supporting Talk Truth

Talk Truth 10.22.26 - James Freeland Testimony | Allan and Corri revisit James Freeland's heartbreaking testimony from the Allison Inquiry about the death of his mother, Donna Lee Stevens Freeland. James says his mother received her second COVID-19 vaccine on July 5, began feeling seriously ill within minutes, and died two days later. He recounts her worsening symptoms, the advice he says the family received when seeking medical help, and a hospital doctor's explanation that she suffered a “hard hit to the heart.” James says his request for an autopsy was refused, leaving him without a clear understanding of what caused her death. Overcome with grief, he describes losing the woman who raised him alone, the struggle to obtain answers, and the devastating impact on his family. Allan and Corri reflect on his testimony, the importance of investigating unexplained deaths, and the responsibility to treat grieving families with compassion. 00:00 Introduction 01:25 Corri introduces James Freeland's testimony 02:24 James Freeland's testimony begins 03:14 Remembering his mother, Donna 05:59 Her health before vaccination 07:42 Why she decided to get vaccinated 09:38 James and his mother receive their COVID shots 10:21 Donna's second shot on July 5 11:06 Symptoms begin during the observation period 12:18 James says her symptoms were dismissed 13:15 Her condition deteriorates 14:13 The family seeks medical advice 15:18 James's final conversation with his mother 16:01 The ambulance arrives 17:22 What the doctor told James about her death 18:43 His request for an autopsy 19:17 James breaks down describing his loss 20:55 His struggle to obtain answers 22:41 Allan and Corri react to the testimony 24:59 Faith, truth and the responsibility to investigate 27:20 Closing remarks

Talk Truth 10.21.26 - Shannon Holmes Testimony | Allan and Corri revisit Shannon Holmes' emotional testimony from the Allison Inquiry. Once a healthy, active fitness instructor walking up to 17 kilometres a day, Shannon says she developed severe neurological symptoms within minutes of receiving her second Pfizer COVID-19 shot. Five years later, she describes living with relentless pain, involuntary movements and multiple debilitating conditions. Shannon recounts being sent home without testing, having numerous specialist referrals rejected and being told to choose just one symptom when seeking emergency care. Her testimony includes footage of her painful episodes and the heartbreaking reality of depending on her two daughters for everyday care. 00:00 Introduction 03:05 Allan and Corri introduce Shannon Holmes 03:46 Shannon's testimony begins 04:17 Her reported vaccine-induced long COVID diagnosis 05:01 Her active life before the second shot 05:56 Symptoms begin within minutes of vaccination 06:49 The doctor calls her a “medical question mark” 08:04 What happened when she got home 09:07 Shannon describes the electric-shock sensations 11:31 Video of her involuntary movements 12:34 Why she called an ambulance 14:28 Living with constant pain and post-exertional malaise 15:30 Why she can no longer live independently 16:15 Emergency room treatment: “Pick one” 17:23 Rejected specialist referrals 18:36 Her multiple diagnoses 19:41 How her daughters' lives have changed 21:24 Her struggle to find neurological care 22:35 The treatment she says helped but cannot afford 24:18 Allan and Corri react to her testimony 25:36 Compassion, accountability and the healthcare system

Talk Truth 10.20.26 - Lisa Watson Testimony | Allan and Corri revisit Lisa Watson's heartbreaking testimony from the Allison Inquiry. Just twelve days after receiving her first Pfizer COVID-19 vaccine, Lisa experienced severe neurological symptoms that left her unable to walk. Diagnosed with transverse myelitis, she spent ten weeks in hospital and had to learn to walk again. Lisa recounts how her doctors recognized her condition as vaccine-related, why she was still advised to consider another shot, and the devastating impact on her family. Her emotional testimony includes rehabilitation footage and a heartbreaking reflection on the grandmother her five granddaughters will never get to know. 00:00 Introduction 02:54 Allan and Corri introduce the Allison Inquiry testimony 03:37 Lisa Watson's story 05:15 Lisa Watson's testimony begins 06:59 Why she decided to get vaccinated 08:30 Twelve days later: The first symptoms 10:36 Lisa loses the use of her hand 12:54 Doctors diagnose transverse myelitis 14:25 Lisa describes losing the ability to walk 15:48 Previously unseen rehabilitation footage 16:50 Life today: Living with a walker 19:29 Her request for a vaccine exemption 20:49 “My granddaughters won't remember who I was” 22:06 The hobby farm and the life she lost 23:49 Lisa thanks the inquiry for hearing her 24:27 Allan and Corri react to her testimony 26:32 The pressure people felt to get vaccinated

Talk Truth 10.19.26 - Leighton Grey | What exactly is “Turtle Island,” and what does it mean for Canada? Lawyer and commentator Leighton Grey returns to Talk Truth to examine the Indigenous concept of Turtle Island, its cultural significance and his argument that it has no independent legal standing under Canadian law. Grey challenges prevailing narratives about Indigenous and European history, discusses the residential school system and questions how governments, activists and churches approach truth and reconciliation. Allan and Corri also raise questions about reserve lands, Alberta independence and a church congregation asked to participate in a reconciliation reading. Grey explains why he believes reconciliation must involve historical truth, equal human dignity, repentance and forgiveness rather than collective guilt. 00:00 Introduction 02:59 Guest comes in: Leighton Grey 03:40 What is Turtle Island? 04:47 Does Turtle Island have legal standing in Canada? 05:25 Grey challenges historical narratives 06:33 Violence and conflict in pre-contact societies 08:58 Christianity and the idea of the “noble savage” 10:06 Grey's criticism of reconciliation narratives 12:11 What does true reconciliation require? 13:12 Allan asks about the reserve system 15:27 Alberta independence and Indigenous land rights 17:08 Grey discusses residential schools 18:59 Land acknowledgments and the role of faith 19:30 Should churches participate in reconciliation readings? 22:10 Grey responds to the church's statement 23:45 Loving your neighbour and overcoming division 25:19 Allan asks about biblical reconciliation 25:58 Christianity, repentance and forgiveness 27:27 Final thoughts

Talk Truth 10.09.26 - Vince Byfield Part 2 | If Alberta became independent, who should control the government, the money and the laws? Vince Byfield returns for Part 2 of his proposed “First Principles of Alberta,” challenging the idea that government authority should flow from Ottawa down to ordinary citizens. Byfield argues for turning that system upside down, giving families and local communities greater authority over decisions and taxation. He lays out his principles for property rights, justice, government accountability and sound money, including his proposal to redirect more resources toward community-selected charitable organizations rather than government programs. He also explains why he believes Alberta needs to establish its foundational values before writing a constitution — and invites Albertans to challenge, debate and improve his ideas. 00:00 Introduction 02:45 Guest comes in: Vince Byfield 03:37 Recapping the first four principles 05:27 Why communities should hold more authority 06:59 Local policing and community control 08:40 Bottom-up democracy vs. top-down government 09:33 Rodney Palmer and the CBC comparison 10:47 Principle 5: Property rights and stewardship 12:18 Principle 6: Justice and the right to a fair trial 12:18 Principle 7: Government accountability and consent 14:04 Principle 8: Fiscal and monetary discipline 15:33 Byfield's proposed approach to taxes and charity 16:25 Gold, silver and alternatives to the debt system 17:37 Why money is the final principle 18:19 Are the eight principles open to change? 19:40 Why Alberta needs a foundation before independence 21:07 The Bible and the principles of government 22:44 Can Christian principles exist without forced belief? 25:12 Community choice and Sunday business closures 26:40 What's next for the First Principles of Alberta?