
West of Centre
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<p>We bring you into the Alberta state of mind, to explore how this province’s power is shifting and connect with the western voices driving national debate. Join Calgary’s Kathleen Petty every week as she helps decipher what's happening in Alberta politics for the rest of Canada. Whether you live in the province or just can’t look away, join us every Friday as we go West of Centre.</p>
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Recent Episodes

July 17, 2026
It's all about the math
Host Kathleen Petty interviews journalists Max Fawcett, Emma Graney, and Jason Markusoff about the questionable math and business case behind the multibillion-dollar Pathways Project pipeline.

June 26, 2026
Big tent party
Host Kathleen Petty interviews Alex Boyd, Rob Breakenridge, and Jason Markusoff about Alberta's political showdowns and referendum questions, offering insights into political communication and civic engagement.

June 19, 2026
'It's always Band-Aids'
Host Kathleen Petty interviews The Hub's Alberta Edge panellists Falice Chin, Amber Ruddy, and Keith McLaughlin about the effectiveness of energy rebates and political rhetoric in Alberta.
240 total episodes available with 132 transcripts
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Falice Chin
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Amber Ruddy
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Keith McLaughlin
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Ian Brodie
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Sean Speer
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Darryl Stanier
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- What is West of Centre?
<p>We bring you into the Alberta state of mind, to explore how this province’s power is shifting and connect with the western voices driving national debate. Join Calgary’s Kathleen Petty every week as she helps decipher what's happening in Alberta politics for the rest of Canada. Whether you live in the province or just can’t look away, join us every Friday as we go West of Centre.</p> - How often does this podcast release new episodes?
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