The Evan Bray Show
The Voice of Saskatchewan. Evan Bray discusses the latest stories about Saskatchewan with Saskatchewan listeners. Heard from 8:30am - 12:30pm on 650 CKOM & 980 CJME.
Is inheritance an entitlement?
Former Police frontman, Sting, says he plans to leave his six children none of his estimated US$550-million fortune, arguing that an inheritance could rob them of the motivation to build their own lives. He says they’ve been taught to work for what they want rather than expect a handout. Is…
From Saskatoon to the world: George Pesut’s hockey journey
Former Saskatoon Blade and NHL hockey player George Pesut has had a colourful hockey career spanning three decades and 21 professional teams across North America and Europe. He has written a book, The Fourth Period: Between the Ice Sheets; Hockey on Two Continents. He was in Saskatoon this past weekend…
The controversy behind race-based data
The RCMP started a Race-Based Data Collection Initiative in 2024 in four different communities across the country to better understand whether race or systemic bias is affecting policing outcomes. The initiative recently expanded to include Craik, Saskatchewan as well. But what is Race-Based Data collection? Amin Asfari, Law Foundation of…
Who’s getting the cheapest gas in Saskatchewan?
Gas prices have dropped sharply in parts of Saskatchewan, with some communities seeing prices fall by as much as 20 cents a litre. But relief wasn't felt equally across the province. Why is that? Roger McKnight, Chief Petroleum Analyst at EN-PRO, joins Evan to share his insight.
Open lines with Evan: Calls, questions and conversations
Open phones - Evan goes to the phones to chat with listeners about what's on their minds today. Call 1-877-332-8255.
Have Canadians dumped American alcohol?
With Canada considering bringing American alcohol back to store shelves, there’s a question of whether Canadian consumers even want it back. A new Nanos poll finds that most Canadians don't. Bruce Winder, retail analyst, joins the show to bring us up to speed on the booze debate.
Carney’s byelection chess game
Prime Minister Carney has called three federal byelections for August 31, including one in Chicoutimi–Le Fjord that was triggered when he appointed Conservative MP Richard Martel to the Senate. With another MP now announcing his resignation, the growing number of vacancies — and the politics surrounding them — are attracting…
Green & White Prognostications - Riders vs Ottawa Redblacks
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!
Did former Alberta premier create its separation problem?
Former Alberta premier Jason Kenney has been urging Albertans to reject separation, but Danielle Paradis, an Edmonton-based writer, editor, podcaster and associate professor at MacEwan University, says he helped create the political conditions that allowed the movement to grow in the first place. She joins the show to explain her…
Tackling Mental Health Through Hockey
An upcoming hockey tournament in Saskatoon is about more than what happens on the ice. The event will also put a focus on mental health and helping young people develop tools to deal with challenges and adversity. Joining us now is D Jay McGrath, founder of The Mental Health Classic.
It’s Eatin’ Time: Belton Johnson’s Smoked Bacon Wrapped Armadillo Eggs
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 Bacon Wrapped Armadillo Eggs.
Bugs ‘n Hugs: Saskatchewan's chance to call out or cheer on!
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!
Open lines with Evan: Calls, questions and conversations
Open phones - Evan goes to the phones to chat with listeners about what's on their minds today. Call 1-877-332-8255.
Religious freedom and your constitutional rights
The Regina mosque has resumed broadcasting its call to prayer, this time including an English translation, after previously pausing the practice following threats made against the congregation. While many see the broadcast as an expression of religious freedom, others argue it infringes on their own rights. Dwight Newman, constitutional law…
Why are places of worship under attack?
Recent incidents across Canada have raised concerns about the safety of places of worship. In Saskatchewan alone, a synagogue in Saskatoon was targeted during prayer, a Regina mosque faced threats after broadcasting its call to prayer and a Ukrainian Orthodox church in Regina was recently vandalized. Dr. Barbara Perry, professor…
Inside Canada's military recruitment challenge
The Canadian Armed Forces has been working to rebuild its ranks after years of recruitment challenges, especially with growing global instability putting renewed pressure on our defence capabilities. Lieutenant-Colonel Kevin Barry, Commanding Officer, Royal Regina Rifles, joins Evan to discuss the state of military recruitment.
Are we losing physical media forever?
For decades, buying a movie, album or video game meant owning a physical copy you could keep, collect or pass on to someone else. But as more entertainment moves online, physical media is slowly disappearing. Jared Dormer, Co-creator of the Saskatchewan Retro GameCon, joins the show to talk about the…
Road safety Q&A with Saskatchewan police
With the growing number of tragic fatalities on Saskatchewan highways and one of our reporters revealing that Saskatoon is the worst Saskatchewan city to drive in, based on collision rates, there is a lot to talk about when it comes to driving. Regina Police Service Const. Kevin Bowes and Saskatoon…
Why everyone's obsessed with pickleball
National Pickleball Day is this weekend and the sport has truly taken the world by storm! Brittany Caffet, Rawlco Radio’s feature storyteller, joins Evan to discuss her latest feature story, which highlights the sport and why so many people of different ages love it.
Open lines with Evan: Calls, questions and conversations
Open phones - Evan goes to the phones to chat with listeners about what's on their minds today. Call 1-877-332-8255.