Murray Wood: Who's hot... and who's not
Every Friday, Murray Wood takes a look back at the week's news and decides who's hot... and who's not. This week's list ...
8:30 – The Honourable Pierre Poilievre, Leader of the Conservative Party of Canada, joins Evan to discuss the political climate in Canada following China’s recent “anti-dumping” tariffs on canola and the upcoming by-election in Alberta’s Battle River—Crowfoot riding, where he is vying for a seat back in parliament.
Listener Question: Do you believe Pierre Poilievre has the right plan for Canada?
9:00 – Tensions over the war between Ukraine and Russia have taken an interesting turn with a surprise summit between U.S. President Donald Trump and Russian President Vladimir Putin. To break down what this hastily planned summit means for the world is Nathan M. Greenfield, author, North American correspondent for University World News, visiting professor of sociology at Igor Sikorsky Kyiv Polytechnic Institute and visiting professor of history at the Kyiv School of Economics in Ottawa. He joins Evan to chat about the meeting in Alaska.
LQ: Do you think financial incentives have any place in international peace talks?
9:30 – Open phones – Evan goes to the phones to chat with listeners about what’s on their minds today. Call 1-877-332-8255.
9:45 – The Saskatoon Challenger is a one-of-a-kind international women’s tennis tournament in Saskatchewan. There are no other pro tennis stops in the province. Landon Grubb, Saskatoon Challenger tournament director and Casey Mintzler, Saskatoon Challenger event manager, join Evan to chat about what this event means for young athletes and where our Saskatchewan players stand.
10:00 – A famous festival is making a splash in Regina this weekend! The Dragonboat Festival is back! It’s been bringing paddlers of all skill levels and community members from around Saskatchewan and beyond for over 30 years! Amber Joy Boyd, president of the Regina Dragonboat Festival and Ritu Kalra, vice president of the Regina Dragonboat Festival, join Evan to discuss the fun-filled festival weekend.
LQ: What’s your favourite local community event?
10:15 – Bugs ‘n Hugs – Every Friday, we open the phone lines and give you a chance to call out or commend anyone you think deserves it. Call 1-877-332-8255 and join the conversation!
11:00 – What time is it? It’s Eatin’ Time! with Belton Johnson – powered by the Saskatchewan Cattle Association! Grillmaster Belton Johnson joins Evan with his recipe for SMOKED & BRAISED PULLED BEEF SANDWICHES.
11:15 – Ahead of Rock the River in Saskatoon this weekend, Evan sits down with iconic Canadian rocker, Brad Merritt, founding member and bassist for 54•40, to hear more about their performance on Sunday and to chat about his career.
LQ: What artist would you love to see live?
11:30 – Evan revisits his conversation with the Honourable Pierre Poilievre, Leader of the Conservative Party of Canada.
12:00 – Tally up the score, tell us who wins and get entered to win! It’s time for Green & White Prognostications presented by Canada West Harvest Centre. Pick the game winner and the closest combined score and you could be entered to win an end-of-season grand prize cash jackpot!
