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Murray Wood: Who’s hot… and who’s not

By CKOM News Sep 26, 2025 | 8:12 AM

Every Friday, Murray Wood takes a look at the week’s news and decides who’s not, and who’s not. This week’s list induces the CFL commissioner, Canada’s rising debt and Kimmel’s return to TV.

Murray Wood delivers sharp, insightful commentary with a blend of wit, skepticism and straight talk. Whether he’s exposing political maneuvering, celebrating cultural icons or unpacking life’s everyday quirks, he never holds back.

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Thurs., Sept. 25: Murray Wood says U.S. President Donald Trump’s comments linking Tylenol to autism run against the scientific consensus. Wood says medical decisions should always be guided by the best evidence and experts.

Wed., Sept. 24: Murray Wood says the federal government’s costly gun buyback scheme is ridiculous, and Public Safety Minister Gary Anandasangaree essentially admitted as much in a recorded conversation this week.

Tues., Sept. 23: Murray Wood isn’t a fan of the suite of rule changes coming to the CFL over the next two years, because it makes the Canadian game more like the NFL. Although there’s one change he does appreciate.

Mon., Sept. 22: Today marks the first day of fall, as the equinox arrives. Murray Wood says that despite the fantastic temperatures we’ve seen in Saskatchewan recently, the signs of autumn are upon us already.

Fri., Sept. 19: New data suggest people are spending less time reading for pleasure. Murray Wood says it’s sad that people are drawn to TVs and video games instead of old-fashioned books, which have many benefits.