en News & Politics adult Sprawlcast the sprawl, sprawlcast, cjsw, calgary, local news, cjsw, radio, 90.9 fm, urban, politics the sprawl, sprawlcast, cjsw, calgary, local news, cjsw, radio, 90.9 fm, urban, politics Sprawlcast programming@cjsw.com A collaboration between the Sprawl and CJSW, Sprawlcast is a show for curious Calgarians who want more than the daily news grind. We go deep to bring you local stories and conversations you won’t hear anywhere else. Hosted by Jeremy Klaszus. yes https://sprawlcalgary.com/ en A collaboration between the Sprawl and CJSW, Sprawlcast is a show for curious Calgarians who want more than the daily news grind. We go deep to bring you local stories and conversations you won't hear anywhere else. Hosted by Jeremy Klaszus. A collaboration between the Sprawl and CJSW, Sprawlcast is a show for curious Calgarians who want more than the daily news grind. We go deep to bring you local stories and conversations you won’t hear anywhere else. Hosted by Jeremy Klaszus. true CJSW 90.9 FM programming@cjsw.com Copyright 2026 CJSW Radio https://feedpress.me/link/19023/17314877/20260406 https://cjsw.com/program/sprawlcast/episode/20260406/ Paying For It: Calgary Developers Face New Scrutiny



A slowdown on sprawl? New councillors consider it as Calgary city hall reckons with a looming $49 billion price tag for infrastructure over the next decade.

]]> Thu, 02 Apr 2026 17:48:58 -0600 yes the sprawl, sprawlcast, cjsw, calgary, local news, cjsw, radio, 90.9 fm, urban, politics Paying For It: Calgary Developers Face New Scrutiny A slowdown on sprawl? New councillors consider it as Calgary city hall reckons with a looming $49 billion price tag for infrastructure over the… <b>Paying For It: Calgary Developers Face New Scrutiny </b> <br /> <br></br><br /> A slowdown on sprawl? New councillors consider it as Calgary city hall reckons with a looming $49 billion price tag for infrastructure over the next decade. <br></br> https://feedpress.me/link/19023/17278298/20260217 https://cjsw.com/program/sprawlcast/episode/20260217/ Why Calgary Said No To The 2026 Olympics



A decade ago, under Mayor Nenshi, city council started work on a bid for the 2026 Winter Olympics. It went downhill from there.

]]> Thu, 12 Feb 2026 22:38:46 -0700 yes the sprawl, sprawlcast, cjsw, calgary, local news, cjsw, radio, 90.9 fm, urban, politics Why Calgary Said No To The 2026 Olympics A decade ago, under Mayor Nenshi, city council started work on a bid for the 2026 Winter Olympics. It went downhill from there. <b>Why Calgary Said No To The 2026 Olympics </b> <br /> <br></br><br /> A decade ago, under Mayor Nenshi, city council started work on a bid for the 2026 Winter Olympics. It went downhill from there. <br></br> https://feedpress.me/link/19023/17247727/20260105 https://cjsw.com/program/sprawlcast/episode/20260105/ How urban sprawl is stretching Calgary Transit to the max



As the city grows in size and population, Calgary's new city council grapples with an old problem: how to pay for half-decent transit service.]]> Thu, 18 Dec 2025 19:53:23 -0700 yes the sprawl, sprawlcast, cjsw, calgary, local news, cjsw, radio, 90.9 fm, urban, politics How urban sprawl is stretching Calgary Transit to the max As the city grows in size and population, Calgary's new city council grapples with an old problem: how to pay for half-decent transit… <b>How urban sprawl is stretching Calgary Transit to the max </b><br /> <br></br><br /> As the city grows in size and population, Calgary's new city council grapples with an old problem: how to pay for half-decent transit service. https://feedpress.me/link/19023/17220405/20251201 https://cjsw.com/program/sprawlcast/episode/20251201/ What we learned covering Calgary’s 2025 election



Can local journalism be... joyful? You bet it can. Sprawl editor Jeremy Klaszus catches up with roving election reporter Asad Chishti to reflect on Calgary's 2025 election and why we covered it the way we did.]]> Thu, 27 Nov 2025 22:17:37 -0700 yes the sprawl, sprawlcast, cjsw, calgary, local news, cjsw, radio, 90.9 fm, urban, politics What we learned covering Calgary’s 2025 election Can local journalism be... joyful? You bet it can. Sprawl editor Jeremy Klaszus catches up with roving election reporter Asad Chishti to reflect on … <b>What we learned covering Calgary’s 2025 election </b><br /> <br></br><br /> Can local journalism be... joyful? You bet it can. Sprawl editor Jeremy Klaszus catches up with roving election reporter Asad Chishti to reflect on Calgary's 2025 election and why we covered it the way we did. https://feedpress.me/link/19023/17198007/20251021 https://cjsw.com/program/sprawlcast/episode/20251021/ 2025 Funding Drive Episode



Tune in to this special 2025 Funding Drive edition of Sprawlcast, hosted live at CJSW 90.9FM by Jeremy Klaszus and Lauz (host of Rock Bottom)!]]> Tue, 28 Oct 2025 17:59:59 -0600 yes the sprawl, sprawlcast, cjsw, calgary, local news, cjsw, radio, 90.9 fm, urban, politics 2025 Funding Drive Episode Tune in to this special 2025 Funding Drive edition of Sprawlcast, hosted live at CJSW 90.9FM by Jeremy Klaszus and Lauz (host of Rock Bottom)! <b>2025 Funding Drive Episode </b><br /> <br></br><br /> Tune in to this special 2025 Funding Drive edition of Sprawlcast, hosted live at CJSW 90.9FM by Jeremy Klaszus and Lauz (host of Rock Bottom)! https://feedpress.me/link/19023/17082139/20250707 https://cjsw.com/program/sprawlcast/episode/20250707/ Calgary at 150: The Forgotten Anniversary



Fort Calgary's anniversary has traditionally been celebrated as the city's "birthday" but this time city hall isn't celebrating. Is this historical awareness—or amnesia?]]> Wed, 02 Jul 2025 18:05:17 -0600 yes the sprawl, sprawlcast, cjsw, calgary, local news, cjsw, radio, 90.9 fm, urban, politics Calgary at 150: The Forgotten Anniversary Fort Calgary's anniversary has traditionally been celebrated as the city's "birthday" but this time city hall isn't celebrating. Is this… <b>Calgary at 150: The Forgotten Anniversary </b><br /> <br></br><br /> Fort Calgary's anniversary has traditionally been celebrated as the city's "birthday" but this time city hall isn't celebrating. Is this historical awareness—or amnesia? https://feedpress.me/link/19023/17022417/20250505 https://cjsw.com/program/sprawlcast/episode/20250505/ The story and struggle of Calgary's urban forest



Calgary’s urban tree canopy coverage is among the lowest in Canada. We dig into why—and what city hall is doing about it.]]> Wed, 30 Apr 2025 18:13:10 -0600 yes the sprawl, sprawlcast, cjsw, calgary, local news, cjsw, radio, 90.9 fm, urban, politics The story and struggle of Calgary's urban forest Calgary’s urban tree canopy coverage is among the lowest in Canada. We dig into why—and what city hall is doing about it. <b>The story and struggle of Calgary's urban forest </b><br /> <br></br><br /> Calgary’s urban tree canopy coverage is among the lowest in Canada. We dig into why—and what city hall is doing about it. https://feedpress.me/link/19023/17000823/20250407 https://cjsw.com/program/sprawlcast/episode/20250407/ The Deerfoot Divide



In the 1970s, a new freeway cut one side of Calgary off from the other. We dig into why the city remains divided when it comes to amenities and infrastructure on each side of Deerfoot Trail.]]> Wed, 26 Mar 2025 19:22:29 -0600 yes the sprawl, sprawlcast, cjsw, calgary, local news, cjsw, radio, 90.9 fm, urban, politics The Deerfoot Divide In the 1970s, a new freeway cut one side of Calgary off from the other. We dig into why the city remains divided when it comes to amenities and infrastructure on each side of… <b>The Deerfoot Divide </b><br /> <br></br><br /> In the 1970s, a new freeway cut one side of Calgary off from the other. We dig into why the city remains divided when it comes to amenities and infrastructure on each side of Deerfoot Trail. https://feedpress.me/link/19023/16975875/20250303 https://cjsw.com/program/sprawlcast/episode/20250303/ The Battle of Glenmore Landing



We dig into a 60-year fight against density by the reservoir shores in southwest Calgary. It's a saga about class, conservation and community politics. History is repeating itself at Glenmore Landing—but with some new twists.]]> Wed, 26 Feb 2025 04:18:51 -0700 yes the sprawl, sprawlcast, cjsw, calgary, local news, cjsw, radio, 90.9 fm, urban, politics The Battle of Glenmore Landing We dig into a 60-year fight against density by the reservoir shores in southwest Calgary. It's a saga about class, conservation and community politics. History is… <b>The Battle of Glenmore Landing </b><br /> <br></br><br /> We dig into a 60-year fight against density by the reservoir shores in southwest Calgary. It's a saga about class, conservation and community politics. History is repeating itself at Glenmore Landing—but with some new twists. https://feedpress.me/link/19023/16935270/20250106 https://cjsw.com/program/sprawlcast/episode/20250106/ How The UCP Is Rejigging Calgary’s Next Election



Will municipal parties strengthen local democracy or undermine it? We speak with some of the candidates and parties that will be on the ballot—and dig into how the 2025 election will be different.]]> Tue, 17 Dec 2024 19:34:29 -0700 yes the sprawl, sprawlcast, cjsw, calgary, local news, cjsw, radio, 90.9 fm, urban, politics How The UCP Is Rejigging Calgary’s Next Election Will municipal parties strengthen local democracy or undermine it? We speak with some of the candidates and parties that will be on the ballot—and d… <b>How The UCP Is Rejigging Calgary’s Next Election </b><br /> <br></br><br /> Will municipal parties strengthen local democracy or undermine it? We speak with some of the candidates and parties that will be on the ballot—and dig into how the 2025 election will be different. https://feedpress.me/link/19023/16907685/20241202 https://cjsw.com/program/sprawlcast/episode/20241202/ The Politics of Property Taxes



City hall's decision to close Inglewood's swimming pool left many Calgarians scratching their heads. We dig into why city council cut inner-city pools in the first place after oil prices crashed a decade ago.]]> Thu, 28 Nov 2024 19:42:17 -0700 yes the sprawl, sprawlcast, cjsw, calgary, local news, cjsw, radio, 90.9 fm, urban, politics The Politics of Property Taxes City hall's decision to close Inglewood's swimming pool left many Calgarians scratching their heads. We dig into why city council cut inner-city pools in the first… <b>The Politics of Property Taxes </b><br /> <br></br><br /> City hall's decision to close Inglewood's swimming pool left many Calgarians scratching their heads. We dig into why city council cut inner-city pools in the first place after oil prices crashed a decade ago. https://feedpress.me/link/19023/16868641/20241021 https://cjsw.com/program/sprawlcast/episode/20241021/ 2024 Funding Drive Episode



A live episode of Sprawlcast hosted by Jeremy and Lauz (host of Rock Bottom on Tuesdays at 12pm on CJSW), celebrating the 2024 Funding Drive and The Sounds of Radiotown.]]> Tue, 29 Oct 2024 19:00:07 -0600 yes the sprawl, sprawlcast, cjsw, calgary, local news, cjsw, radio, 90.9 fm, urban, politics 2024 Funding Drive Episode A live episode of Sprawlcast hosted by Jeremy and Lauz (host of Rock Bottom on Tuesdays at 12pm on CJSW), celebrating the 2024 Funding Drive and The Sounds of Radiotown. <b>2024 Funding Drive Episode</b><br /> <br></br><br /> A live episode of Sprawlcast hosted by Jeremy and Lauz (host of Rock Bottom on Tuesdays at 12pm on CJSW), celebrating the 2024 Funding Drive and The Sounds of Radiotown. https://feedpress.me/link/19023/16836129/20241007 https://cjsw.com/program/sprawlcast/episode/20241007/ The Tycoons Reshaping Calgary-Area Transit



When it comes to rail projects in Alberta, the Green Line is one piece of a larger puzzle. We dig into who's been setting the agenda when it comes to these projects—and to what extent they are complementary or competing with each other as Calgary city hall's Green Line plans collapse.]]> Wed, 02 Oct 2024 18:42:14 -0600 yes the sprawl, sprawlcast, cjsw, calgary, local news, cjsw, radio, 90.9 fm, urban, politics The Tycoons Reshaping Calgary-Area Transit When it comes to rail projects in Alberta, the Green Line is one piece of a larger puzzle. We dig into who's been setting the agenda when it comes to… <b>The Tycoons Reshaping Calgary-Area Transit </b><br /> <br></br><br /> When it comes to rail projects in Alberta, the Green Line is one piece of a larger puzzle. We dig into who's been setting the agenda when it comes to these projects—and to what extent they are complementary or competing with each other as Calgary city hall's Green Line plans collapse. https://feedpress.me/link/19023/16790953/20240902 https://cjsw.com/program/sprawlcast/episode/20240902/ The Downsizing of the Green Line



A week after the groundbreaking for the new Flames arena, city hall cut the Green Line nearly in half. We dig into the Green Line's delay-plagued history—and how one city megaproject has affected the other.]]> Wed, 28 Aug 2024 21:56:05 -0600 yes the sprawl, sprawlcast, cjsw, calgary, local news, cjsw, radio, 90.9 fm, urban, politics The Downsizing of the Green Line A week after the groundbreaking for the new Flames arena, city hall cut the Green Line nearly in half. We dig into the Green Line's delay-plagued history—and how o… <b>The Downsizing of the Green Line </b><br /> <br></br><br /> A week after the groundbreaking for the new Flames arena, city hall cut the Green Line nearly in half. We dig into the Green Line's delay-plagued history—and how one city megaproject has affected the other. https://feedpress.me/link/19023/16762412/20240805 https://cjsw.com/program/sprawlcast/episode/20240805/ The Fragility of Calgary's Water Supply



Where does our water come from—and how is climate change altering that water source? We zoom out from the feeder main that broke in June, following a drop of water from the Rocky Mountains and glaciers west of Calgary, into the pipes beneath our feet, and out the taps in our homes.]]> Tue, 30 Jul 2024 19:02:27 -0600 yes the sprawl, sprawlcast, cjsw, calgary, local news, cjsw, radio, 90.9 fm, urban, politics The Fragility of Calgary's Water Supply Where does our water come from—and how is climate change altering that water source? We zoom out from the feeder main that broke in June, following a drop o… <b>The Fragility of Calgary's Water Supply </b><br /> <br></br><br /> Where does our water come from—and how is climate change altering that water source? We zoom out from the feeder main that broke in June, following a drop of water from the Rocky Mountains and glaciers west of Calgary, into the pipes beneath our feet, and out the taps in our homes. https://feedpress.me/link/19023/16731790/20240701 https://cjsw.com/program/sprawlcast/episode/20240701/ The Real Costs of Calgary's New BMO Centre



City hall went big—and is feeling the pinch. We dig into what it really cost to build a new convention centre building and what it means for the city's finances.]]> Tue, 02 Jul 2024 19:56:31 -0600 yes the sprawl, sprawlcast, cjsw, calgary, local news, cjsw, radio, 90.9 fm, urban, politics The Real Costs of Calgary's New BMO Centre City hall went big—and is feeling the pinch. We dig into what it really cost to build a new convention centre building and what it means for the city's f… <b>The Real Costs of Calgary's New BMO Centre </b><br /> <br></br><br /> City hall went big—and is feeling the pinch. We dig into what it really cost to build a new convention centre building and what it means for the city's finances. https://feedpress.me/link/19023/16702282/20240603 https://cjsw.com/program/sprawlcast/episode/20240603/ Bill 20 and Danielle Smith's municipal 'power grab'



It's not unusual for Alberta governments to tinker with municipal election laws. But Bill 20 is far more than the usual tinkering. We dig into the evolution of municipal elections in Alberta and look at what Bill 20 means for local democracy in Calgary—and beyond.]]> Thu, 30 May 2024 21:41:12 -0600 yes the sprawl, sprawlcast, cjsw, calgary, local news, cjsw, radio, 90.9 fm, urban, politics Bill 20 and Danielle Smith's municipal 'power grab' It's not unusual for Alberta governments to tinker with municipal election laws. But Bill 20 is far more than the usual tinkering. We dig into… <b>Bill 20 and Danielle Smith's municipal 'power grab' </b><br /> <br></br><br /> It's not unusual for Alberta governments to tinker with municipal election laws. But Bill 20 is far more than the usual tinkering. We dig into the evolution of municipal elections in Alberta and look at what Bill 20 means for local democracy in Calgary—and beyond. https://feedpress.me/link/19023/16663652/20240424 https://cjsw.com/program/sprawlcast/episode/20240424/ The Rumble Over Rezoning



Should neighbourhoods set their own direction? Should city hall impose it from the top down? Or is there a role for both? We go to Inglewood, Calgary's oldest neighbourhood, in search of answers.]]> Wed, 24 Apr 2024 18:47:41 -0600 yes the sprawl, sprawlcast, cjsw, calgary, local news, cjsw, radio, 90.9 fm, urban, politics The Rumble Over Rezoning Should neighbourhoods set their own direction? Should city hall impose it from the top down? Or is there a role for both? We go to Inglewood, Calgary's oldest… <b>The Rumble Over Rezoning</b><br /> <br></br><br /> Should neighbourhoods set their own direction? Should city hall impose it from the top down? Or is there a role for both? We go to Inglewood, Calgary's oldest neighbourhood, in search of answers. https://feedpress.me/link/19023/16637105/20240401 https://cjsw.com/program/sprawlcast/episode/20240401/ The Nuances of NIMBYism



As the debate about blanket rezoning heats up in Calgary, we dig into the Sprawlcast vault for a deep-dive on NIMBYism.]]> Thu, 28 Mar 2024 19:16:09 -0600 yes the sprawl, sprawlcast, cjsw, calgary, local news, cjsw, radio, 90.9 fm, urban, politics The Nuances of NIMBYism As the debate about blanket rezoning heats up in Calgary, we dig into the Sprawlcast vault for a deep-dive on NIMBYism. <b>The Nuances of NIMBYism</b><br /> <br></br><br /> As the debate about blanket rezoning heats up in Calgary, we dig into the Sprawlcast vault for a deep-dive on NIMBYism. https://feedpress.me/link/19023/16600971/20240304 https://cjsw.com/program/sprawlcast/episode/20240304/ Undermined: Canmore's Futile Attempt To Curb Sprawl



Canmore town council nixed plans for two developments that would cut into critical wildlife habitat and nearly double the town's population. Then a court order forced the town to backtrack. We dig into what happened—and what it means for the Bow Valley's future.



This episode is Part 2 in a Sprawlcast series. Read a full transcript of this episode on The Sprawl's website.


This episode is a collaboration with The Narwhal, an independent news outlet that dives deep to tell stories about the natural world in Canada. Drew Anderson contributed research and reporting.

]]> Sun, 03 Mar 2024 19:13:50 -0700 yes the sprawl, sprawlcast, cjsw, calgary, local news, cjsw, radio, 90.9 fm, urban, politics Undermined: Canmore's Futile Attempt To Curb Sprawl Canmore town council nixed plans for two developments that would cut into critical wildlife habitat and nearly double the town's population. Then… <b>Undermined: Canmore's Futile Attempt To Curb Sprawl</b><br /> <br></br><br /> Canmore town council nixed plans for two developments that would cut into critical wildlife habitat and nearly double the town's population. Then a court order forced the town to backtrack. We dig into what happened—and what it means for the Bow Valley's future.<br /> <br></br><br /> This episode is Part 2 in a Sprawlcast series. Read a full transcript of this episode on The Sprawl's website. <br></br><br /> This episode is a collaboration with The Narwhal, an independent news outlet that dives deep to tell stories about the natural world in Canada. Drew Anderson contributed research and reporting.<br></br> https://feedpress.me/link/19023/16562939/20240205 https://cjsw.com/program/sprawlcast/episode/20240205/ Undermined: The Long Fight Over Canmore's Future



A saga of coal, 'cronies' and courts. We dig into the decades of controversy around the Three Sisters Mountain Village development in Canmore. This episode is a collaboration with The Narwhal, an independent news outlet that dives deep to tell stories about the natural world in Canada. Drew Anderson contributed research and reporting. Read his article on the Three Sisters saga on The Narwhal's website.



This episode is Part 1 in a Sprawlcast series.

]]> Tue, 06 Feb 2024 20:33:13 -0700 yes the sprawl, sprawlcast, cjsw, calgary, local news, cjsw, radio, 90.9 fm, urban, politics Undermined: The Long Fight Over Canmore's Future A saga of coal, 'cronies' and courts. We dig into the decades of controversy around the Three Sisters Mountain Village development in Canmore. This… <b>Undermined: The Long Fight Over Canmore's Future</b><br /> <br></br><br /> A saga of coal, 'cronies' and courts. We dig into the decades of controversy around the Three Sisters Mountain Village development in Canmore. This episode is a collaboration with The Narwhal, an independent news outlet that dives deep to tell stories about the natural world in Canada. Drew Anderson contributed research and reporting. Read his article on the Three Sisters saga on The Narwhal's website.<br /> <br></br><br /> This episode is Part 1 in a Sprawlcast series.<br></br> https://feedpress.me/link/19023/16483514/20231204 https://cjsw.com/program/sprawlcast/episode/20231204/ Jeromy Farkas, Jyoti Gondek & Calgary’s Upside Down Politics



Two years ago, progressives were rooting for Jyoti Gondek to defeat Jeromy Farkas in the race for mayor. But numerous Calgarians who voted for Mayor Gondek have found themselves in agreement with Farkas more recently—and disappointed by the mayor on files like the arena deal. We speak with both Farkas and Gondek, looking at what's changed since the last election and what's taking shape for the next one.


]]> Tue, 05 Dec 2023 18:15:54 -0700 yes the sprawl, sprawlcast, cjsw, calgary, local news, cjsw, radio, 90.9 fm, urban, politics Jeromy Farkas, Jyoti Gondek & Calgary’s Upside Down Politics Two years ago, progressives were rooting for Jyoti Gondek to defeat Jeromy Farkas in the race for mayor. But numerous Calgarians who … <b>Jeromy Farkas, Jyoti Gondek & Calgary’s Upside Down Politics</b><br /> <br></br><br /> Two years ago, progressives were rooting for Jyoti Gondek to defeat Jeromy Farkas in the race for mayor. But numerous Calgarians who voted for Mayor Gondek have found themselves in agreement with Farkas more recently—and disappointed by the mayor on files like the arena deal. We speak with both Farkas and Gondek, looking at what's changed since the last election and what's taking shape for the next one.<br /> <br></br> https://feedpress.me/link/19023/16404995/20231016 https://cjsw.com/program/sprawlcast/episode/20231016/ Episode 74 The Real Costs of Calgary's Arena Deal



We dig into a deal that's less transparent—and far more expensive—than the 2019 one. We also follow up with with city councillors who campaigned against more subsidies for the Flames, but voted "yes" to hundreds of millions more.


]]> Sat, 21 Oct 2023 18:48:01 -0600 yes the sprawl, sprawlcast, cjsw, calgary, local news, cjsw, radio, 90.9 fm, urban, politics Episode 74 The Real Costs of Calgary's Arena Deal We dig into a deal that's less transparent—and far more expensive—than the 2019 one. We also follow up with with city councillors who campaigned aga… <b>Episode 74 The Real Costs of Calgary's Arena Deal</b><br /> <br></br><br /> We dig into a deal that's less transparent—and far more expensive—than the 2019 one. We also follow up with with city councillors who campaigned against more subsidies for the Flames, but voted "yes" to hundreds of millions more.<br /> <br></br> https://feedpress.me/link/19023/16347815/20230913 https://cjsw.com/program/sprawlcast/episode/20230913/ City Council's Hesitation on Housing



In June 2022, city council created an affordable housing task force—and then balked at its recommendations, particularly on upzoning.


]]> Wed, 13 Sep 2023 17:09:52 -0600 yes the sprawl, sprawlcast, cjsw, calgary, local news, cjsw, radio, 90.9 fm, urban, politics City Council's Hesitation on Housing In June 2022, city council created an affordable housing task force—and then balked at its recommendations, particularly on upzoning. <b>City Council's Hesitation on Housing</b><br /> <br></br><br /> In June 2022, city council created an affordable housing task force—and then balked at its recommendations, particularly on upzoning.<br /> <br></br> https://feedpress.me/link/19023/16108094/20230501 https://cjsw.com/program/sprawlcast/episode/20230501/ The Confluence: As Long As The Rivers Flow



Revisiting Calgary's early history—and our present. Featuring Sikapinakii Low Horn, Hal Eagletail, Tony Snow and Matt Hiltermann.


]]> Fri, 05 May 2023 16:40:36 -0600 yes the sprawl, sprawlcast, cjsw, calgary, local news, cjsw, radio, 90.9 fm, urban, politics The Confluence: As Long As The Rivers Flow Revisiting Calgary's early history—and our present. Featuring Sikapinakii Low Horn, Hal Eagletail, Tony Snow and Matt Hiltermann. <b>The Confluence: As Long As The Rivers Flow</b><br /> <br></br><br /> Revisiting Calgary's early history—and our present. Featuring Sikapinakii Low Horn, Hal Eagletail, Tony Snow and Matt Hiltermann.<br /> <br></br> https://feedpress.me/link/19023/16013380/20230306 https://cjsw.com/program/sprawlcast/episode/20230306/ ]]> Thu, 09 Mar 2023 18:21:54 -0700 yes the sprawl, sprawlcast, cjsw, calgary, local news, cjsw, radio, 90.9 fm, urban, politics No Summary No Summary https://feedpress.me/link/19023/15883956/20221219 https://cjsw.com/program/sprawlcast/episode/20221219/ Hark! A Year-End Sprawliday Special



We gather by the (metaphorical) fireside to reflect on the year that was—and to look ahead. Featuring Ximena González and Sam Hester.


]]> Wed, 04 Jan 2023 19:21:38 -0700 yes the sprawl, sprawlcast, cjsw, calgary, local news, cjsw, radio, 90.9 fm, urban, politics Hark! A Year-End Sprawliday Special We gather by the (metaphorical) fireside to reflect on the year that was—and to look ahead. Featuring Ximena González and Sam Hester. <b>Hark! A Year-End Sprawliday Special</b><br /> <br></br><br /> We gather by the (metaphorical) fireside to reflect on the year that was—and to look ahead. Featuring Ximena González and Sam Hester.<br /> <br></br> https://feedpress.me/link/19023/15828581/20221205 https://cjsw.com/program/sprawlcast/episode/20221205/ Game Over: How Calgary Killed Its Primary Transit Network



It was supposed to be the foundation of Calgary's transit system: CTrains and buses arriving every 10 minutes. But it didn't last long. We dig into what happened—and what's next.


]]> Tue, 06 Dec 2022 20:23:03 -0700 yes the sprawl, sprawlcast, cjsw, calgary, local news, cjsw, radio, 90.9 fm, urban, politics Game Over: How Calgary Killed Its Primary Transit Network It was supposed to be the foundation of Calgary's transit system: CTrains and buses arriving every 10 minutes. But it didn't last long. We… <b>Game Over: How Calgary Killed Its Primary Transit Network</b><br /> <br></br><br /> It was supposed to be the foundation of Calgary's transit system: CTrains and buses arriving every 10 minutes. But it didn't last long. We dig into what happened—and what's next.<br /> <br></br> https://feedpress.me/link/19023/15782500/20221114 https://cjsw.com/program/sprawlcast/episode/20221114/ The Battle of Banff Trail



To thwart densification, two residents of the northwest Calgary community of Banff Trail fight developers and the City of Calgary in court. Their case against multifamily housing is built on a little-known planning instrument from 1952—and is being closely watched outside the neighbourhood.


]]> Tue, 15 Nov 2022 20:22:22 -0700 yes the sprawl, sprawlcast, cjsw, calgary, local news, cjsw, radio, 90.9 fm, urban, politics The Battle of Banff Trail To thwart densification, two residents of the northwest Calgary community of Banff Trail fight developers and the City of Calgary in court. Their case against multifamily… <b>The Battle of Banff Trail</b><br /> <br></br><br /> To thwart densification, two residents of the northwest Calgary community of Banff Trail fight developers and the City of Calgary in court. Their case against multifamily housing is built on a little-known planning instrument from 1952—and is being closely watched outside the neighbourhood.<br /> <br></br> https://feedpress.me/link/19023/15782618/20221024 https://cjsw.com/program/sprawlcast/podcast/20221024/ 2022 CJSW Funding Drive Episode (Live)]]> Tue, 15 Nov 2022 22:11:55 -0700 yes the sprawl, sprawlcast, cjsw, calgary, local news, cjsw, radio, 90.9 fm, urban, politics 2022 CJSW Funding Drive Episode (Live) <b>2022 CJSW Funding Drive Episode (Live)</b> https://feedpress.me/link/19023/15699923/20221003 https://cjsw.com/program/sprawlcast/episode/20221003/ City council's tormented 'yes' to more suburban sprawl



After fast-tracking five new communities this summer, council members grapple with whether or not to go through with it.


]]> Wed, 12 Oct 2022 19:08:22 -0600 yes the sprawl, sprawlcast, cjsw, calgary, local news, cjsw, radio, 90.9 fm, urban, politics City council's tormented 'yes' to more suburban sprawl After fast-tracking five new communities this summer, council members grapple with whether or not to go through with it. <b>City council's tormented 'yes' to more suburban sprawl</b><br /> <br></br><br /> After fast-tracking five new communities this summer, council members grapple with whether or not to go through with it.<br /> <br></br> https://feedpress.me/link/19023/15675234/20220910 https://cjsw.com/program/sprawlcast/episode/20220910/ Mayor Gondek's push to de-politicize suburban growth



The mayor wants admin — not council — to decide which communities proceed.


]]> Fri, 30 Sep 2022 19:09:05 -0600 yes the sprawl, sprawlcast, cjsw, calgary, local news, cjsw, radio, 90.9 fm, urban, politics Mayor Gondek's push to de-politicize suburban growth The mayor wants admin — not council — to decide which communities proceed. <b>Mayor Gondek's push to de-politicize suburban growth</b><br /> <br></br><br /> The mayor wants admin — not council — to decide which communities proceed.<br /> <br></br> https://feedpress.me/link/19023/15632813/20220801 https://cjsw.com/program/sprawlcast/podcast/20220801/
'I'm a bad boy': The Stephen Carter story



Some love him. Some hate him. But for better or worse, Stephen Carter has altered Alberta politics. Journalist Taylor Lambert digs into the many ups and downs of Carter's career: his business debts, his politics, his graceless departures from three chief-of-staff roles, and his many grievances.


]]> Sat, 10 Sep 2022 17:38:44 -0600 yes the sprawl, sprawlcast, cjsw, calgary, local news, cjsw, radio, 90.9 fm, urban, politics 'I'm a bad boy': The Stephen Carter story Some love him. Some hate him. But for better or worse, Stephen Carter has altered Alberta politics. Journalist Taylor Lambert digs into the many ups and… <b><br /> 'I'm a bad boy': The Stephen Carter story</b><br /> <br></br><br /> Some love him. Some hate him. But for better or worse, Stephen Carter has altered Alberta politics. Journalist Taylor Lambert digs into the many ups and downs of Carter's career: his business debts, his politics, his graceless departures from three chief-of-staff roles, and his many grievances.<br /> <br></br> https://feedpress.me/link/19023/15409114/20220704 https://cjsw.com/program/sprawlcast/episode/20220704/
Inside Calgary's new climate strategy



In July, Calgary city council is slated to vote on a new climate strategy. But will this one be any different than past plans that have been passed—and then ignored? This episode features interviews with Christine Laing of the Calgary Alliance for the Common Good and Tony Snow of the Calgary Climate Hub.]]> Wed, 15 Jun 2022 18:45:48 -0600 yes the sprawl, sprawlcast, cjsw, calgary, local news, cjsw, radio, 90.9 fm, urban, politics Inside Calgary's new climate strategy In July, Calgary city council is slated to vote on a new climate strategy. But will this one be any different than past plans that have been passed—and then i… <b><br /> Inside Calgary's new climate strategy</b><br /> <br></br><br /> In July, Calgary city council is slated to vote on a new climate strategy. But will this one be any different than past plans that have been passed—and then ignored? This episode features interviews with Christine Laing of the Calgary Alliance for the Common Good and Tony Snow of the Calgary Climate Hub. https://feedpress.me/link/19023/15317523/20220509-1 https://cjsw.com/program/sprawlcast/episode/20220509-1/ ]]> Fri, 20 May 2022 21:28:54 -0600 yes the sprawl, sprawlcast, cjsw, calgary, local news, cjsw, radio, 90.9 fm, urban, politics Renowned Blackfoot scholar Dr. Leroy Little Bear speaks to Calgary city council on April 27 on the differences between Western and Blackfoot understandings of reality—and how they intersect with c… Renowned Blackfoot scholar Dr. Leroy Little Bear speaks to Calgary city council on April 27 on the differences between Western and Blackfoot understandings of reality—and how they intersect with climate change. https://feedpress.me/link/19023/15282337/20220509 https://cjsw.com/program/sprawlcast/episode/20220509/ Leroy Little Bear on Blackfoot metaphysics and climate change



Renowned Blackfoot scholar Dr. Leroy Little Bear speaks to Calgary city council on April 27 on the differences between Western and Blackfoot understandings of reality—and how they intersect with climate change.]]> Thu, 05 May 2022 21:07:59 -0600 yes the sprawl, sprawlcast, cjsw, calgary, local news, cjsw, radio, 90.9 fm, urban, politics Leroy Little Bear on Blackfoot metaphysics and climate change Renowned Blackfoot scholar Dr. Leroy Little Bear speaks to Calgary city council on April 27 on the differences between Western and… <b>Leroy Little Bear on Blackfoot metaphysics and climate change</b><br /> <br></br><br /> Renowned Blackfoot scholar Dr. Leroy Little Bear speaks to Calgary city council on April 27 on the differences between Western and Blackfoot understandings of reality—and how they intersect with climate change. https://feedpress.me/link/19023/15249029/20220426 https://cjsw.com/program/sprawlcast/episode/20220426/ Who's policing the Calgary police?



Jeremy Klaszus speaks with Councillor Courtney Walcott, who sits on the Calgary Police Commission. Why has the thin blue line patch become such a flashpoint—and what's really beneath the controversy?]]> Fri, 22 Apr 2022 18:09:31 -0600 yes the sprawl, sprawlcast, cjsw, calgary, local news, cjsw, radio, 90.9 fm, urban, politics Who's policing the Calgary police? Jeremy Klaszus speaks with Councillor Courtney Walcott, who sits on the Calgary Police Commission. Why has the thin blue line patch become such a flashpoint—and w… <b>Who's policing the Calgary police?</b><br /> <br></br><br /> Jeremy Klaszus speaks with Councillor Courtney Walcott, who sits on the Calgary Police Commission. Why has the thin blue line patch become such a flashpoint—and what's really beneath the controversy? https://feedpress.me/link/19023/15238709/20220323 https://cjsw.com/program/sprawlcast/episode/20220323/ The Gifts And Challenges Of The Suburbs



Jeremy Klaszus visits Mahogany in the city's deep southeast for a conversation with Councillor Evan Spencer. They discuss the idea of “abundant community,” how to build connections in new neighbourhoods, and the realities versus the myths of the suburbs.]]> Fri, 22 Apr 2022 18:06:22 -0600 yes the sprawl, sprawlcast, cjsw, calgary, local news, cjsw, radio, 90.9 fm, urban, politics The Gifts And Challenges Of The Suburbs Jeremy Klaszus visits Mahogany in the city's deep southeast for a conversation with Councillor Evan Spencer. They discuss the idea of “abundant community,” ho… <b>The Gifts And Challenges Of The Suburbs</b><br /> <br></br><br /> Jeremy Klaszus visits Mahogany in the city's deep southeast for a conversation with Councillor Evan Spencer. They discuss the idea of “abundant community,” how to build connections in new neighbourhoods, and the realities versus the myths of the suburbs. https://feedpress.me/link/19023/15238711/20220314 https://cjsw.com/program/sprawlcast/episode/20220314/ Taking on Racism in the Classroom



Jeremy Klaszus speaks with Iman Bukhari and Michelle Casten Magbanua about a gap they saw in Alberta classrooms—and how they mobilized to fill it. Iman Bukhari is founder and CEO of the Canadian Cultural Mosaic Foundation. Michelle Casten Magbanua is a teacher.]]> Fri, 22 Apr 2022 18:04:07 -0600 yes the sprawl, sprawlcast, cjsw, calgary, local news, cjsw, radio, 90.9 fm, urban, politics Taking on Racism in the Classroom Jeremy Klaszus speaks with Iman Bukhari and Michelle Casten Magbanua about a gap they saw in Alberta classrooms—and how they mobilized to fill it. Iman Bukhari is f… <b>Taking on Racism in the Classroom</b><br /> <br></br><br /> Jeremy Klaszus speaks with Iman Bukhari and Michelle Casten Magbanua about a gap they saw in Alberta classrooms—and how they mobilized to fill it. Iman Bukhari is founder and CEO of the Canadian Cultural Mosaic Foundation. Michelle Casten Magbanua is a teacher. https://feedpress.me/link/19023/15238713/20220214 https://cjsw.com/program/sprawlcast/episode/20220214/ How Alberta's Political Culture Is (And Isn't) Changing



Jeremy Klaszus speaks with Jared Wesley, a University of Alberta political scientist who leads the Common Ground project. They discuss political polarization, what an Albertan looks like, the rise of white nationalism, and that tricky question of what to do when your family or friends are sympathetic to political views you find abhorrent.]]> Fri, 22 Apr 2022 18:01:42 -0600 yes the sprawl, sprawlcast, cjsw, calgary, local news, cjsw, radio, 90.9 fm, urban, politics How Alberta's Political Culture Is (And Isn't) Changing Jeremy Klaszus speaks with Jared Wesley, a University of Alberta political scientist who leads the Common Ground project. They discuss… <b>How Alberta's Political Culture Is (And Isn't) Changing</b><br /> <br></br><br /> Jeremy Klaszus speaks with Jared Wesley, a University of Alberta political scientist who leads the Common Ground project. They discuss political polarization, what an Albertan looks like, the rise of white nationalism, and that tricky question of what to do when your family or friends are sympathetic to political views you find abhorrent. https://feedpress.me/link/19023/15037391/20220105 https://cjsw.com/program/sprawlcast/episode/20220105/ ]]> Wed, 26 Jan 2022 23:47:06 -0700 yes the sprawl, sprawlcast, cjsw, calgary, local news, cjsw, radio, 90.9 fm, urban, politics Jeremy Klaszus speaks with David Goa, a religious scholar who lives in Edmonton's Old Strathcona neighbourhood, about the need for difference and conviviality—rather than homogeneity—in communities. Jeremy Klaszus speaks with David Goa, a religious scholar who lives in Edmonton's Old Strathcona neighbourhood, about the need for difference and conviviality—rather than homogeneity—in communities. https://feedpress.me/link/19023/14957037/20211208 https://cjsw.com/program/sprawlcast/episode/20211208/ Cultivating Neighbourliness in East Village



Jeremy Klaszus sits down with Lisa Murphy Lamb, director of Loft 112, to explore how she has welcomed—and been welcomed by—her neighbours in East Village.]]> Thu, 16 Dec 2021 19:20:47 -0700 yes the sprawl, sprawlcast, cjsw, calgary, local news, cjsw, radio, 90.9 fm, urban, politics Cultivating Neighbourliness in East Village Jeremy Klaszus sits down with Lisa Murphy Lamb, director of Loft 112, to explore how she has welcomed—and been welcomed by—her neighbours in East Village. <b>Cultivating Neighbourliness in East Village</b><br /> <br></br><br /> Jeremy Klaszus sits down with Lisa Murphy Lamb, director of Loft 112, to explore how she has welcomed—and been welcomed by—her neighbours in East Village. https://feedpress.me/link/19023/14913860/20211201 https://cjsw.com/program/sprawlcast/episode/20211201/


On Commercial Drive, people from all walks of life rub shoulders with one another on lively sidewalks. Jeremy Klaszus speaks with longtime community member Zakir Suleman to find out more about what makes this many-layered neighbourhood work.]]> Wed, 01 Dec 2021 22:23:36 -0700 yes the sprawl, sprawlcast, cjsw, calgary, local news, cjsw, radio, 90.9 fm, urban, politics What Can We Learn From Vancouver's Commercial Drive? On Commercial Drive, people from all walks of life rub shoulders with one another on lively sidewalks. Jeremy Klaszus speaks with longtime… What Can We Learn From Vancouver's Commercial Drive?<br /> <br></br><br /> On Commercial Drive, people from all walks of life rub shoulders with one another on lively sidewalks. Jeremy Klaszus speaks with longtime community member Zakir Suleman to find out more about what makes this many-layered neighbourhood work. https://feedpress.me/link/19023/14865022/20211108 https://cjsw.com/program/sprawlcast/episode/20211108/


A conversation with three of Calgary's new city councillors: Jasmine Mian (Ward 3), Courtney Walcott (Ward 8) and Kourtney Penner (Ward 11).]]> Wed, 10 Nov 2021 23:27:38 -0700 yes the sprawl, sprawlcast, cjsw, calgary, local news, cjsw, radio, 90.9 fm, urban, politics Calgarians Rejected Fearful Populism. Now What? A conversation with three of Calgary's new city councillors: Jasmine Mian (Ward 3), Courtney Walcott (Ward 8) and Kourtney Penner (Ward 11). Calgarians Rejected Fearful Populism. Now What?<br /> <br></br><br /> A conversation with three of Calgary's new city councillors: Jasmine Mian (Ward 3), Courtney Walcott (Ward 8) and Kourtney Penner (Ward 11). https://feedpress.me/link/19023/14549017/20210614 https://cjsw.com/program/sprawlcast/episode/20210614/ ]]> Tue, 15 Jun 2021 19:19:24 -0600 yes the sprawl, sprawlcast, cjsw, calgary, local news, cjsw, radio, 90.9 fm, urban, politics No Summary No Summary https://feedpress.me/link/19023/14474302/20210510 https://cjsw.com/program/sprawlcast/episode/20210510/ ]]> Tue, 11 May 2021 19:57:37 -0600 yes the sprawl, sprawlcast, cjsw, calgary, local news, cjsw, radio, 90.9 fm, urban, politics No Summary No Summary https://feedpress.me/link/19023/14474304/20210412 https://cjsw.com/program/sprawlcast/episode/20210412/ ]]> Tue, 11 May 2021 19:55:08 -0600 yes the sprawl, sprawlcast, cjsw, calgary, local news, cjsw, radio, 90.9 fm, urban, politics No Summary No Summary https://feedpress.me/link/19023/14474306/20210308 https://cjsw.com/program/sprawlcast/episode/20210308/ ]]> Tue, 11 May 2021 19:51:45 -0600 yes the sprawl, sprawlcast, cjsw, calgary, local news, cjsw, radio, 90.9 fm, urban, politics Albertans who are leaving. Albertans who are leaving. https://feedpress.me/link/19023/15266614/20210208 https://cjsw.com/program/sprawlcast/podcast/20210208/ ]]> Sat, 20 Feb 2021 00:24:25 -0700 yes the sprawl, sprawlcast, cjsw, calgary, local news, cjsw, radio, 90.9 fm, urban, politics No Summary No Summary https://feedpress.me/link/19023/15266615/20210111 https://cjsw.com/program/sprawlcast/podcast/20210111/ ]]> Sat, 20 Feb 2021 00:18:46 -0700 yes the sprawl, sprawlcast, cjsw, calgary, local news, cjsw, radio, 90.9 fm, urban, politics No Summary No Summary https://feedpress.me/link/19023/15266616/20201109 https://cjsw.com/program/sprawlcast/podcast/20201109/ ]]> Fri, 08 Jan 2021 20:56:17 -0700 yes the sprawl, sprawlcast, cjsw, calgary, local news, cjsw, radio, 90.9 fm, urban, politics Here we go again: Calgary developers push for more. New communities undermine city’s growth and climate plans. Here we go again: Calgary developers push for more. New communities undermine city’s growth and climate plans. https://feedpress.me/link/19023/15266617/20200914 https://cjsw.com/program/sprawlcast/podcast/20200914/ ]]> Fri, 08 Jan 2021 20:51:36 -0700 yes the sprawl, sprawlcast, cjsw, calgary, local news, cjsw, radio, 90.9 fm, urban, politics The Albertans who are fleeing the province. Affected by the UCP government, many are choosing to leave. The Albertans who are fleeing the province. Affected by the UCP government, many are choosing to leave. https://feedpress.me/link/19023/15266618/20200810 https://cjsw.com/program/sprawlcast/podcast/20200810/ ]]> Fri, 08 Jan 2021 20:49:14 -0700 yes the sprawl, sprawlcast, cjsw, calgary, local news, cjsw, radio, 90.9 fm, urban, politics The Jason Kenney we need right now. The Jason Kenney we need right now. https://feedpress.me/link/19023/13722193/20200713 https://cjsw.com/program/sprawlcast/episode/20200713/ ]]> Tue, 14 Jul 2020 20:58:18 -0600 yes the sprawl, sprawlcast, cjsw, calgary, local news, cjsw, radio, 90.9 fm, urban, politics Cheryl Foggo has been writing about racism and Black life in Alberta for more than 30 years—as an award-winning author, playwright and filmmaker. Her first book was just republished this year in a 3… Cheryl Foggo has been writing about racism and Black life in Alberta for more than 30 years—as an award-winning author, playwright and filmmaker. Her first book was just republished this year in a 30th anniversary edition. It’s called Pourin’ Down Rain: A Black Woman Claims Her Place in the Canadian West. And her latest project is the upcoming John Ware Reclaimed, a myth-busting documentary about the Black Alberta cowboy. https://feedpress.me/link/19023/13614876/20200608 https://cjsw.com/program/sprawlcast/episode/20200608/ ]]> Tue, 09 Jun 2020 18:14:09 -0600 yes the sprawl, sprawlcast, cjsw, calgary, local news, cjsw, radio, 90.9 fm, urban, politics Green Line At The Crossroads. A crucial moment — yet again. Green Line At The Crossroads. A crucial moment — yet again. https://feedpress.me/link/19023/13537672/20200512 https://cjsw.com/program/sprawlcast/episode/20200512/ ]]> Thu, 14 May 2020 16:17:32 -0600 yes the sprawl, sprawlcast, cjsw, calgary, local news, cjsw, radio, 90.9 fm, urban, politics Sprawlcast - May 2020 Racial Disparity And The Cargill Outbreak Sprawlcast - May 2020 Racial Disparity And The Cargill Outbreak https://feedpress.me/link/19023/13537723/20200414 https://cjsw.com/program/sprawlcast/episode/20200414/ ]]> Thu, 14 May 2020 16:20:22 -0600 yes the sprawl, sprawlcast, cjsw, calgary, local news, cjsw, radio, 90.9 fm, urban, politics Sprawlcast - April 2020 The Shandro Fiasco. Alberta’s health minister takes on doctors — and his critics Sprawlcast - April 2020 The Shandro Fiasco. Alberta’s health minister takes on doctors — and his critics https://feedpress.me/link/19023/13344984/20200309 https://cjsw.com/program/sprawlcast/episode/20200309/
In 2009, city council approved Plan It—a long-range blueprint to shift growth into established neighbourhoods and introduce more transportation choice. But a decade later, we're falling short on key targets and moving backwards on transit.]]> Thu, 12 Mar 2020 17:33:03 -0600 yes the sprawl, sprawlcast, cjsw, calgary, local news, cjsw, radio, 90.9 fm, urban, politics Plan It Calgary, 10 Years Later In 2009, city council approved Plan It—a long-range blueprint to shift growth into established neighbourhoods and introduce more transportation choice. But a decade l… Plan It Calgary, 10 Years Later <br><br> In 2009, city council approved Plan It—a long-range blueprint to shift growth into established neighbourhoods and introduce more transportation choice. But a decade later, we're falling short on key targets and moving backwards on transit. https://feedpress.me/link/19023/13252515/20200210 https://cjsw.com/program/sprawlcast/episode/20200210/ ]]> Thu, 13 Feb 2020 22:45:18 -0700 yes the sprawl, sprawlcast, cjsw, calgary, local news, cjsw, radio, 90.9 fm, urban, politics No Summary No Summary https://feedpress.me/link/19023/13064973/20191209 https://cjsw.com/program/sprawlcast/episode/20191209/ ]]> Fri, 13 Dec 2019 20:29:11 -0700 yes the sprawl, sprawlcast, cjsw, calgary, local news, cjsw, radio, 90.9 fm, urban, politics Steve Allan and the push for Calgary's arena deal Steve Allan and the push for Calgary's arena deal https://feedpress.me/link/19023/12974767/20191111 https://cjsw.com/program/sprawlcast/episode/20191111/ ]]> Thu, 14 Nov 2019 18:12:56 -0700 yes the sprawl, sprawlcast, cjsw, calgary, local news, cjsw, radio, 90.9 fm, urban, politics The Sprawl is investigating how Calgary's city council prioritized an NHL arena over the Green Line, assisting the UCP in jeopardizing the biggest public transit project in Calgary's history. The Sprawl is investigating how Calgary's city council prioritized an NHL arena over the Green Line, assisting the UCP in jeopardizing the biggest public transit project in Calgary's history. https://feedpress.me/link/19023/12809999/20190909 https://cjsw.com/program/sprawlcast/episode/20190909/
As Alberta's UCP government reviews supervised consumption sites, we look at what these places mean for the people who live in and around them.]]> Tue, 10 Sep 2019 20:21:08 -0600 yes the sprawl, sprawlcast, cjsw, calgary, local news, cjsw, radio, 90.9 fm, urban, politics The realities of supervised consumption sites. As Alberta's UCP government reviews supervised consumption sites, we look at what these places mean for the people who live in and around them. The realities of supervised consumption sites. <br><br> As Alberta's UCP government reviews supervised consumption sites, we look at what these places mean for the people who live in and around them. https://feedpress.me/link/19023/12671332/20190717 https://cjsw.com/program/sprawlcast/episode/20190717/
Meanwhile Councillor Evan Woolley is calling for a pause on the project. We take a closer look at what was originally decided and why—and how new changes could affect the project, for better and worse.]]> Wed, 17 Jul 2019 23:23:02 -0600 yes the sprawl, sprawlcast, cjsw, calgary, local news, cjsw, radio, 90.9 fm, urban, politics Ep 19: Green Line Revisited (Part II) The Green Line drama continues. Two years after city council approved the Green Line alignment, Councillor Jyoti Gondek wants to revisit it. Meanwhile… Ep 19: Green Line Revisited (Part II) The Green Line drama continues. Two years after city council approved the Green Line alignment, Councillor Jyoti Gondek wants to revisit it. <br><br> Meanwhile Councillor Evan Woolley is calling for a pause on the project. We take a closer look at what was originally decided and why—and how new changes could affect the project, for better and worse. https://feedpress.me/link/19023/12645756/20190708 https://cjsw.com/program/sprawlcast/episode/20190708/
City admin no longer wants to build a tunnel under the Bow River for the Green Line.

Meanwhile, a group of wealthy, well-connected businessmen are trying to halt the project. We take a closer look at what's going on.]]> Tue, 09 Jul 2019 17:58:56 -0600 yes the sprawl, sprawlcast, cjsw, calgary, local news, cjsw, radio, 90.9 fm, urban, politics Ep 18: Green Line Revisited (Part 1) City admin no longer wants to build a tunnel under the Bow River for the Green Line. Meanwhile, a group of wealthy, well-connected businessmen are trying to… Ep 18: Green Line Revisited (Part 1) <br><br> City admin no longer wants to build a tunnel under the Bow River for the Green Line. <br><br> Meanwhile, a group of wealthy, well-connected businessmen are trying to halt the project. We take a closer look at what's going on. https://feedpress.me/link/19023/11356756/20190513 https://cjsw.com/program/sprawlcast/episode/20190513/ ]]> Tue, 14 May 2019 18:14:59 -0600 yes the sprawl, sprawlcast, cjsw, calgary, local news, cjsw, radio, 90.9 fm, urban, politics Ep 16: The Segregated City Calgary has become the most income-unequal city in Canada, with Calgarians increasingly being sorted into different parts of the city by income. We take a closer look at… Ep 16: The Segregated City Calgary has become the most income-unequal city in Canada, with Calgarians increasingly being sorted into different parts of the city by income. We take a closer look at what's changed since the 1970s, when most neighbourhoods were middle-income—and take a tour of the 3 distinct cities that have emerged within the larger city of Calgary.