Gormley Show Segments — Wednesday, Oct. 25

Gormley, Wednesday, October 25th, 2023

8:30 – Last week, the Saskatchewan government passed Bill 137, dubbed the “Parents’ Bill of Rights.” Today, the fall session of the Saskatchewan Legislature begins with the Speech from the Throne. Saskatchewan NDP leader Carla Beck joins Gormley to discuss these major developments and what it means for Saskatchewan heading into the newest session.

LIVE: Carla Beck, leader of the Saskatchewan NDP.

9:00 – Hour of the Big Stories…open lines

10:00 – We haven’t heard the last of contention around Saskatchewan’s pronoun policy. Blake Tait and Fran Frosberg are organizing a counter-protest in Saskatoon against the previously held 1 Million March 4 Children on the issue. They join Gormley to share their stance on the issue and speak with callers.

LIVE: Blake Tait & Fran Forsberg, co-organizers of counter protest against the 1 Million March 4 Children in Saskatoon.

11:00 – It’s time for Saskatchewan’s Smartest Radio Listener! It’s your chance for fame, and acclaim and to prove just how smart you are. Not only do you get bragging rights, but you’ll also win a $50 gift card to Delta Hotels by Marriott Bessborough and Delta Downtown and an exclusive Smartest Radio Listener t-shirt thanks to Little Town Apparel. Available ONLY to Saskatchewan Smartest Radio Listener winners. Call in to win at 1-877-332-8255!

12:00 – A new approach to making inexpensive batteries that hold a big charge and can recharge quickly could mean big improvements for the cells used in electric vehicles, power tools, phones and more. Researcher Jeremy Dawkins from McGill University joins Gormley to share more about his studies and what this can mean for powering our future.

LIVE: Jeremy Dawkins, battery research scientist at McGill University.