Despite Danielle Smith’s involvement in numerous scandals, she won a majority in Alberta’s election. Albertan Dani Paradis helps us understand why. And senior citizen sex shows, sex toy exhibits and art by Bryan Adams - you may not like it, but you’ve been paying for them, taxpayer! Well, no more. Host: Jesse BrownCredits: Aviva Lessard (Producer), Caleb Thompson (Audio Editor and Technical Producer), Annette Ejiofor (Managing Editor)Guest: Dani Paradis Further reading: Alberta’s Vote Will Test American-Style Far-Right Politics - The New York TimesOpinion: With Danielle Smith’s win, the Wildrose Party has firm control of Alberta - Globe and MailFIRST READING: Danielle Smith isn't an 'American-style' fringe conservative - National PostThe Mounties: 150 years of conflict with Indigenous Peoples - APTNTaxpayers group celebrates cancellation of wasteful Mission Cultural Fund - Western StandardFeds spent thousands funding on sex shows featuring seniors - Toronto Sun Sponsors: Ecojustice, Peloton, Better Help,  Canadaland is turning 10! From May 24 - June 2, sign up for our highest level of ongoing support for only $10 a month. PLUS the first 100 signups will receive a FREE limited edition 10th Anniversary tote bag. Head to canadaland.com/join to become a supporter today.  You can listen ad-free on Amazon Music—included with Prime. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.