The Wood File: 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 – Just days after Senator Pamela Wallin stood in the Senate calling on the federal government to allow advance requests for medical assistance in dying, Ottawa announced plans to move forward on the issue. The Saskatchewan senator joins Evan to discuss what the change could mean, as well as the government’s decision to indefinitely exclude people whose sole underlying condition is mental illness from accessing MAID.
Listener Question: Should Canadians be allowed to request MAID in advance, before they lose the ability to consent?
9:00 – With the Thanksgiving long weekend upon us, you might have a little extra time to settle in and binge-watch some television. The New York Times recently released its list of the 100 best TV shows of the 21st century, and we’re bringing in Brett Buster and Craig Silliphant, two of our in-house culture critics, to weigh in on the rankings, the surprises and the shows that should have made the cut.
LQ: What are your top 3 shows of the 21st century – your favourite favourites?
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! Grillmaster Belton Johnson joins Evan with his recipe for smoked pork belly burnt ends.
11:15 – Last time we invited Todd McIntyre, owner of McIntyre Ranch in the RM of Caron, SK, to the show, he was preparing for a trip to Arkansas, volunteering on a ranch there. He has since returned and joins us for a quick follow-up!
12:00 – Tally up the score, tell us who wins and the real winner could be you! It’s time for Green & White Prognostications presented by Paladin Canada. Pick the game winner and the closest combined score, and you could win a $100 Co-op gift card from Sherwood Co-op!
