Murray Wood: Who's hot... and who's not
Every Friday, Murray Wood takes a look at the week's news and decides who's hot... and who's not. This week's list inclu...
8:30 – We’re taking a closer look at the Saskatchewan Government’s budget and how it impacts you. Samantha Becotte, president of the Saskatchewan Teachers Federation, says the budget leaves students behind. She joins the show to explain what the numbers mean inside the classroom.
Listener Question: Do you think schools in your community are getting the funding they need right now?
9:00 – What does the $819 million deficit actually mean for businesses and the broader economy here in Saskatchewan? Paul Martin, Saskatchewan business commentator and expert, joins the show to break down all the numbers and explain if the province could really return to a surplus in a few years.
LQ: Do you feel confident in the province’s plan to return to a balanced budget?
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.
10:00 – 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 crockpot chilli mac & cheese.
11:15 – With spring right around the corner and warm weather in the forecast, the spring melt is on across Saskatchewan! Jim Mandeville, disaster specialist, SVP at First Onsite Property Restoration, joins us to explain what you can do this weekend to keep your home and business safe from the risk of flooding and damage from the spring melt.
LQ: Have you ever dealt with a flooded basement or property damage this time of year? What happened?
11:30 – We’re taking a look back at the week that was in Saskatchewan politics with our political panel. Joining us are two well-known former provincial politicians: Don Morgan, former Saskatchewan Party cabinet minister, and Warren McCall, former NDP cabinet minister, to break down the week that was in Sask politics. What mattered — and what it means going forward.
LQ: Who do you trust to balance the budget more – the NDP or the Sask Party?
12:00 – Evan revisits his conversation with Samantha Becotte, president of the Saskatchewan Teachers Federation.
