Murray Wood: Hope in the Middle East for first time since Hamas launched attack
For the first time since Hamas terrorists launched an attack on Israel two years ago, Murray Wood says there is hope for...
WITH GUEST HOST TAMARA CHERRY
8:30 – U.S. President Donald Trump is proclaiming “peace in the Middle East,” thanks to a U.S.-brokered deal between Israel and Hamas that has led to a major hostage and prisoner exchange on Monday. Many hope this could mean the end of two years of war in Gaza. Guest host Tamara Cherry welcomes Sean Foley, professor of history at Middle Tennessee State University, to discuss the latest news out of this conflict.
Listener Question: Do you think this peace deal means there will be peace in the Middle East?
9:00 – After two years of war, Israel and Hamas have agreed to the first phase of a peace deal. Naomi Parness, founder of The Narrative Agency, who has worked closely with survivors of the October 7th attack, joins Tamara Cherry to discuss how the Jewish community is reacting to the deal.
LQ: Do you think the peace deal will be followed through by both sides?
9:30 – Saskatchewan residents now have more options when it comes to seeking legal help. Non-lawyers will now be able to offer certain legal services in the province. The initiative is a first of its kind in Canada. Tamara Cherry is joined by Michelle Linklater, family law and mediation service provider and limited scope legal services licensee applicant, to discuss what the program is and how it is helping expand legal access.
LQ: Would you feel comfortable getting legal advice from someone who isn’t a lawyer, but is authorized and trained under this new law?
10:00 – Could co-living spaces be more than just an adult dormitory set-up? According to a recent article by Business Insider real estate reporter, Jordan Pandy, it could be a solution to the housing crisis. He joins Evan to discuss this potential fix for the social issue.
LQ: Do you think the adult dorm set-up makes sense to solve the bigger housing issue?
10:30 – A string of stolen vehicles in Regina is being linked to up to nine suspects — ranging from nine years old to 13 years old. Why are children stealing and recklessly driving vehicles in the city? Tamara Cherry speaks with Regina Police Service Acting Chief Lorilee Davies.
LQ: Should these 9-13 year-old children be punished?
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11:30 – The season of Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD) is upon us now that summer has passed. With the hot weather behind us, some might be starting to feel a bit more blue as the seasons shift. Lee Bourgeault, clinical team with the Online Therapy Unit, speaks with Tamara Cherry to discuss the effects and reach of SAD, and how we can better be prepared to handle it.
LQ: Do you feel more blue with the shift from summer to fall seasons?
12:00 – Two iconic voices of the ’90s are joining forces for a rare co-headlining tour across Western Canada. Paula Cole, American singer-songwriter and producer, joins Tamara Cherry to talk about the upcoming tour with Sophie B. Hawkins, her latest album, Lo, and what continues to inspire her creatively.
LQ: What artist, dead or alive, would you love to see live?
