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.
Green & White Prognostications - Riders vs Toronto Argonauts
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!
Will the CFL's new era pay off?
The CFL is undergoing its biggest transformation in decades, with new rules and a revamped playoff format aimed at attracting a new generation of fans. But are those changes saving the league—or changing the very identity of Canadian football? Ron Podbielski, a retired corporate communications executive and Roughriders season ticket…
Buskers take over Manitou Beach
Manitou Beach is about to come alive with music, magic, laughter, and a little bit of the unexpected at the Manitou Beach Busking Festival TODAY. Sarah McKen, Chairperson, Manitou Beach Busking Festival, joins us to talk about the art of busking, what visitors can expect and why Manitou Beach is…
It’s Eatin’ Time: Belton Johnson’s Korean Sloppy Joe’s
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 Korean Sloppy Joe’s.
Bugs ‘n Hugs: Saskatchewan's chance to call out or cheer on!
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
Evan goes to the phones to chat with listeners about what's on their minds today. Call 1-877-332-8255.
Inside the classroom: Teachers reflect on a challenging year
As the school year wraps up in Saskatchewan, attention is turning to what educators have experienced in classrooms and what changes they hope to see in the year ahead. Samantha Becotte, president of the Saskatchewan Teachers Federation, joins us as teachers prepare for upcoming provincial bargaining in the fall.
Grading the school year with Education Minister Everett Hindley
Another school year has wrapped up, and report cards are out! Everett Hindley, Saskatchewan's Minister of Education, joins Evan to share his grade for the year and what challenges the government has to tackle come the fall.
Leading Frontier Days: 100-year-old parade marshal
At 100 years old, Second World War veteran and longtime community volunteer John Watson has been named the 2026 Frontier Days Parade Marshal in Swift Current. His decades of service, involvement in Frontier Days, and dedication to western heritage make him a fitting choice for one of the event's highest…
Mosaic Stadium given green light for new turf, video boards
Regina city council is going ahead with the $8.2 million to replace Mosaic Stadium’s artificial turf as well as its LED video boards. Geoff Smith, 980 CJME reporter, joins Evan to explain why this got approved so quickly and what assistance the city is asking for.
What's next for Saskatoon's Entertainment District?
Lara Fominoff, 650 CKOM senior reporter, joins us after last night's city council meeting in Saskatoon, which approved the Muskeg Lake Cree Nation Downtown Event and Entertainment District (DEED) negotiations.
Should calls to prayer be broadcast?
A downtown Regina mosque says it has received threats and hateful messages after beginning a weekly amplified Muslim call to prayer from rooftop speakers. The decision has also sparked a broader conversation about religious expression, community relations, and how Saskatchewan navigates religious differences. Joining Evan to discuss some of the…
How to get the best yard on the block
It's officially summer! But is your green lawn looking a little dull? Maybe you want to try something new and do some landscaping? Philip Rispens, co-owner of Sherwood Greenhouses and Rispens Landscaping, joins the show to share his tips and tricks for a perfect yard that will have all your…
Why sports gambling is so hard to put down
The market for sports gambling is HUGE. Is the government doing enough to protect people from the risks? Robin Koczerginski, a Toronto-based writer working on a memoir called Incompatible With Life, joins us to talk about his own struggle with sports gambling, how it impacted every aspect of his life…
The billion-dollar healthcare blindspot
Healthcare staffing shortages continue to challenge health systems across Canada, with many organizations struggling not just to recruit nurses, but to keep them. Raelynn Douglas, CEO of Raesoleil Inc, author of the Billion Dollar Blindspot and organizer of the Saskatchewan Nurse Retention Solutions Forum, says that if the province focused…
Open lines with Evan: Calls, questions and conversations
Evan goes to the phones to chat with listeners about what's on their minds today. Call 1-877-332-8255.
Following the money: What Saskatchewan’s Auditor found
After tabling the first volume of her 2026 report on Tuesday morning, Evan speaks with Saskatchewan's provincial auditor, Tara Clemett, to learn more about what came of the audits of 57 provincial agencies this year.
From small business to global powerhouse: Semple family honoured with prestigious award
Last week, a Regina family was honoured by the Fraser Institute with its prestigious Founders' Award, recognizing their entrepreneurial success and contributions to communities across Saskatchewan and Canada. Shaun Semple, CEO and owner of Brandt Group, joins Evan to share what the award means for him and his family.
Saskatchewan's Smartest Radio Listener: brains, bragging rights and prizes
You’re quick & clever! And for some weird reason you’ve carried the right answer in your head for years. Or maybe you just trust Uncle Google. It's time for Saskatchewan’s Smartest Radio Listener for Little Town Apparel -- your chance for fame and acclaim and to prove just how smart…
Protecting the farm in uncertain times and when to ask for help
It's been a difficult spring for producers across the province, with a lot of farmland too wet for seeding, wild weather and financial uncertainty. Colin Brisebois, Vice-President, Products and Market Strategies with Farm Credit Canada, joins the show to remind farmers to check in with their FCC representatives and to…