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.
A new novel offering a fascinating look at Saskatchewan's railway history by Canadian author, Gail Kirkpatrick, has hit bookstore shelves. Kirkpatrick tells a story in Sleepers and Ties that emphasizes rebuilding community and friendships and why these connections are vital to our everyday lives. She joins Tamara Cherry to discuss…
The American government is suing Apple over competition laws. Tech expert, Carmi Levy, joins Tamara to discuss whether this could happen in Canada and what that could mean for iPhone and Android users in the country.
As Saskatchewan teachers and the provincial government remain at an impasse in negotiations over a new contract, students in Saskatchewan are struggling. While older students have been frustrated to see band festivals and sports events cancelled or rescheduled, younger students are missing the structure and certainty of normal school schedules…
A recent bust on illicit cigarettes in Saskatchewan made headlines thanks to careful work by the Saskatchewan Highway Patrol. Sergeant Craig Gelsinger with the SHP joins Tamara Cherry on the show to talk about the bust and other work the SHP is responsible for in the province.
A Metis cancer survivor and a University of Saskatchewan professor have been working together to tell an impactful story of resilience and survival. Through a digital storytelling project, Prof. Bobby Henry has been sharing the story of knowledge keeper, Terri Hansen-Gardiner's battle with cancer in hopes of raising healthcare awareness…
Cockroaches might be making more of an appearance in the province this season. Poulin's exterminator, Shawn Sherwood, joins Tamara Cherry to give listeners the information they need about those pests, and stays on the line to answer any other pesky questions listeners might have for him!
Saskatchewan RCMP are investigating the deaths of four people at a rural home near Neudorf, about 135 kilometres east of Regina. Four adults were found dead in the home during a wellness check on Sunday night. The deaths are considered suspicious and 980 CJME reporter, Gillian Massie, is in the…
More than 100 people are dead after an attack on a Moscow concert hall on Friday. The Islamic State group, or IS, has taken credit for the attack, but Russian president, Vladimir Putin, is keen on blaming the West. Colleen Bell, an associate professor at the University of Saskatchewan with…
A Saskatoon-based technology company is creating exciting new tech to help wine grape growers. ABAzyne Bioscience is working to combat the devastating effects of spring frost damage and other climate extremes for those producers. ABAzyne Bioscience CEO Jerome Konecsni joins Taylor MacPherson to share more about this Saskatchewan-based tech.
A new LED volume wall has opened thanks to investment from Volume Global and Karma Film in Saskatchewan. The wall represents an opportunity for the film industry in the province to re-emerge. Creative Saskatchewan is thrilled to see what this could mean for where the province's film industry is headed…
A local clothing brand that started at Miller High School in Regina in 2021 is trying to make a difference in mental health awareness and suicide prevention efforts. Logan Curle joins Taylor MacPherson to tell listeners about Turning Point and what their mission is
Guest Host: Taylor MacPherson With last week's budget announcement still fresh in Saskatchewan residents' minds, Ian Boxall, president of the Agricultural Producers Association of Saskatchewan (APAS) joins Taylor MacPherson to discuss the organization's response + Taylor opens the lines and asks you, Do you think the budget hit the mark?
Guest Host: Taylor MacPherson There's been a lot happening in Canadian politics recently. From further carbon tax fighting between Conservative leader, Pierre Polievre, and Prime Minister Justin Trudeau, to inflation concerns and budget build-up, there's lots to check in about. Taking the temperature of these topics with Taylor MacPherson is…
Guest Host: Taylor MacPherson Samantha Beacotte, President of the Saskatchewan Teachers Federation, joins Taylor to discuss the biggest stories making headlines this morning.
It's calving season! And who better to give city-slickers an up close and personal view of farm life than Saskatchewan's own Quick Dick McDick. His recent video does just that, and he joins Evan to discuss the joys of birthing season. Then, Evan and Quick Dick turn to the phones…
What time is it? It’s Eatin’ Time! with Belton Johnson - powered by the Saskatchewan Cattlemen’s Association! Grillmaster Belton Johnson joins Evan with his recipe for smoked Mississippi post roast.
Andrew Scheer of the Conservative Party joins Evan to offer his perspective on the NDP motion that was passed earlier this week. Scheer also tells Evan about the vote of non-confidence that happened last night in the House of Commons.
On Monday, a motion by the federal New Democratic Party passed after significant alterations, asking the federal government to recognize the "State of Palestine." Heather McPherson, NDP foreign affairs critic, joins Evan to discuss the intent behind the motion and what it will mean going forward.
After Budget Day on Wednesday, we heard from Saskatchewan's finance minister, Donna Harpauer. Now, Evan is joined by the NDP finance critic, Trent Wotherspoon, to get his take on the newest provincial budget.
22 Mar 2024 10AM
15 min
3000 – 3020
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