Talk Truth

Allan Hunsperger, Corri Hunsperger

Talk Truth is a show dedicated to thought-provoking conversations on critical, timely, and often controversial topics that impact individuals, communities, and society at large. Through engaging with a diverse range of guests, our mission is to shed light on the truth, challenge conventional narratives, and amplify voices that provide valuable information and insights. We explore the intersection of faith, society, and current events, empower individuals with knowledge, inspire meaningful and promote the pursuit of truth, accountability, and justice.

  1. 14h ago

    Vince Byfield: God, Family, Freedom and the Future of Alberta

    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?

  2. 1d ago

    Alberta Independence: What Kind of Country Would We Actually Build?

    Talk Truth 10.08.26 - Vince Byfield Part 1 | The Alberta independence debate usually focuses on whether the province should leave Canada. Vince Byfield wants to ask a different question: what would Albertans actually build afterward? In Part 1, Byfield lays out his proposed “First Principles of Alberta,” arguing that foundational principles should be established before writing a constitution or designing a new political system. Drawing from the Bible, the American founding documents and historical legal codes, he begins with the sovereignty of God, individual rights and responsibilities, the authority of the family and his argument that government power should flow from the bottom up — beginning as close to the people as possible. 00:00 Introduction 03:00 Guest comes in: Vince Byfield 07:19 Why independence isn’t just about “leaving” Canada 08:54 What’s wrong with Canada’s current constitutional deal? 10:05 What America’s founding documents got right 10:33 Why Alberta needs principles before a constitution 11:41 What ancient Rome can teach Alberta 12:42 Building laws around enduring principles 13:35 Principle 1: The sovereignty of God 15:00 Principle 2: The individual 16:46 Rights vs. responsibilities 19:04 Principle 3: Family and faith 20:49 Principle 4: Authority should remain close to the people 23:01 Why local communities should have more power 25:55 “Battle testing” the principles 27:26 Part 2 preview

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Talk Truth is a show dedicated to thought-provoking conversations on critical, timely, and often controversial topics that impact individuals, communities, and society at large. Through engaging with a diverse range of guests, our mission is to shed light on the truth, challenge conventional narratives, and amplify voices that provide valuable information and insights. We explore the intersection of faith, society, and current events, empower individuals with knowledge, inspire meaningful and promote the pursuit of truth, accountability, and justice.

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