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 Riders have hit a real rough patch of the season, dropping two straight and suddenly looking a lot less comfortable than they did a few weeks ago. Green Zone host Jamie Nye joins Evan to talk about what’s gone wrong, how worried Rider Nation should be — and whether this is just a mid-season stumble or a sign of bigger problems.
Listener Question: Is this a couple of bad games or signs of bigger problems? Can this team win another Grey Cup?
9:00 -Meta has agreed to a massive settlement with U.S. states over allegations that Facebook and Instagram were designed in ways that encouraged compulsive use by children, including billions of dollars in payments and significant changes to how young people use the platforms. Vivek Jayaram, lawyer and founder of Jayaram Law, joins Evan to explain what this settlement means for meta and beyond.
LQ: Would you like to see social media companies forced to change here in Canada?
9:30 – 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 Smoked Jalapeño Popper Meatballs.
11:15 – As kids head back to school, CNIB is reminding parents that one of the most important things on the checklist may be a comprehensive eye exam, with undetected vision problems potentially affecting everything from learning to confidence and social development. To talk about why eyesight is so foundational for learning Evan speaks with Craig Peterson, Executive Director, CNIB Saskatchewan.
11:30 – The federal government is making what it calls the largest investment in Canada’s sport system in history — $755 million over five years, aimed at getting more kids into sport, supporting athletes and strengthening the system overall. Secretary of State for Sport Adam van Koeverden is in Saskatchewan making a number of sport-related stops and announcements, and he joins Evan to talk about those investments — and what Canadians should actually expect to see change.
LQ: Many sports, like hockey, have gotten EXPENSIVE! What should Canada be doing to get more kids involved in sports?
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!
