Alberta at Noon
CBC Podcasts & Radio On-Demand
If you're talking about it, so is Kathleen Petty on Alberta's only province-wide open line. From strong opinions, to thoughtful arguments, to stories worth repeating — you never know what you'll hear next.
Location:
Edmonton, AB
Networks:
CBC Podcasts & Radio On-Demand
Description:
If you're talking about it, so is Kathleen Petty on Alberta's only province-wide open line. From strong opinions, to thoughtful arguments, to stories worth repeating — you never know what you'll hear next.
Twitter:
@AlbertaatNoon
Language:
English
Contact:
P.O. Box 555 Edmonton, Alberta T5J 2P4 866-468-4422
Website:
http://www.cbc.ca/albertaatnoon/
Email:
albertaatnoon@cbc.ca
Episodes
Using useful AI
10/20/2025
Are you resisting the AI revolution or jumping in head first? We're talking about the practical uses of artificial intelligence. What are you doing or what could you be doing to enhance your life using AI?
Duration:00:52:48
The top-of-mind election issues
10/17/2025
Election Day is Monday. This weekend is the last chance for candidates to win your vote. What's the number-one issue in this campaign? What concern is impacting who you vote for?
Duration:00:52:48
What are you watching?
10/16/2025
There's a chill at times and the days are getting shorter. That's driving a lot of us indoors, under a blanket and in front of screen. You tell us what you're watching, and what you recommend we all see at least once.
Duration:00:52:48
Your questions on wills and estates
10/16/2025
Do you have a will? What's stopping you from getting one? Do you know of someone who had a hard time because their loved one did not have a will in place when they passed?
Duration:00:52:48
Should tax dollars go towards independent education?
10/14/2025
Funding for education is a key issue in the teacher's strike.
How do you feel about independent PRIVATE schools getting PUBLIC money?
Duration:00:52:48
Your restaurant pet peeves
10/10/2025
Do you have major irritants when you go out to eat? Is it tipping? Slow service. Pricey menus? If you own a restaurant, perhaps it's the customer who's a pain.
Duration:00:52:48
Are you travelling to the US?
10/9/2025
The number of Canadians traveling to the U.S. by air or by car has fallen off a cliff this year. Are you avoiding all things U.S, especially travel as snowbird season is about to begin?
Duration:00:52:48
How will oil affect a trade deal?
10/8/2025
Tariffs and trade. Mark Carney and Donald Trump once again in the oval office. Once again it was friendly but also, it ended without a deal. However, it seems that oil exports south could potentially be key to unlocking tariff relief.
Duration:00:52:47
How you're feeling during the teachers' strike
10/7/2025
Day 2 of the teachers' strike. It's the largest labour action in Alberta's history. We discuss the impact and what the road to resolution might look like. Listeners tell us how they think it can and should be resolved.
Duration:00:52:48
Responding to measles outbreaks
10/6/2025
The measles outbreak has resulted in tragedy.
A newborn has died after being born prematurely. The mother
contracted measles during pregnancy. How could this have been avoided and how should public health respond?
Duration:00:52:48
Do you want a new pipeline built?
10/3/2025
Premier Danielle Smith is tabling a new pipeline from Alberta to the BC coast, calling it a one in a generation type project, despite vocal pushback from many across British Columbia. Will it be a pipeline or a pipe dream?
Duration:00:52:48
Have you ever left the ER before receiving treatment?
10/2/2025
Last year nearly 200,000 Albertans left emergency without seeing a doctor, or against medical advice. Have you ever left the ER? What made you decide to leave before receiving treatment?
Duration:00:52:48
What does the looming teacher's strike mean for you?
10/1/2025
Barring an 11th hour deal, teachers will be on strike Monday. How do you feel about this? What will you do with your kids? Do you want teachers to pause the job action, and try to negotiate a deal?
Duration:00:52:48
The facts about autism
9/29/2025
Autism has been in the news because of Donald Trump's unproven claims. We dig into what research does say about autism and hear your calls on what you need other people to know based on your experience.
Duration:00:52:48
Canada Post on strike
9/26/2025
Postal workers are on strike after Ottawa says Canada Post is "insolvent" and instructs it to save money, ending door-to-door mail delivery. How does this affect you?
Duration:00:52:27
How relevant are grades nowadays?
9/25/2025
Should marks matter? A student with an 89.5 average was turned down entry into Engineering at the U of C. We hear your thoughts on just how relevant marks actually are.
Duration:00:52:48
Navigating neighbour disputes
9/24/2025
From unruly backyard fires to hostile pets, we hear your stories about the disputes you've had with neighbours.
Duration:00:52:48
How is it going downtown?
9/23/2025
Public safety downtown has been flagged as a key issue in the municipal election in Edmonton and Calgary.
What have you seen happening downtown? Do you feel safe? What would you like to see happen next?
Duration:00:52:48
Party politics in municipal elections
9/22/2025
It's nomination day in Alberta for the upcoming municipal election. This time, political parties are involved in Edmonton and Calgary. How do you feel about this? Will you vote for a party or a person?
Duration:00:52:49
ABC pulls Jimmy Kimmel
9/19/2025
Comedian Jimmy Kimmel has had his talk-show pulled. Now President Trump is musing about cancelling broadcast licenses of all stations airing content critical of him.
We hear your thoughts on what this says about society in the United States.
Duration:00:52:49