Good Trouble Podcast

Referendumb with Brad LaFortune

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Show Notes

Audio above. Video Below. Our guest this episode is Brad LaFortune from Public Interest Alberta (PIA). Brad talks about the work they are doing to bring light to the 9 referendum questions. You can lend a hand or learn more at: albertareferendum2026.org

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