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.
Saturday the United States launched a dramatic military operation in Venezuela on Saturday, carrying out airstrikes and capturing President Nicolás Maduro and his wife. This unprecedented U.S. military operation in Venezuela highlights how sudden actions in the Americas can affect regional stability. To talk about what Canada needs to be…
Canada fought hard and showed flashes of strong play, but was ultimately defeated 6–4 by Czechia in the World Juniors semifinal, ending their bid for gold yet again and sending Czechia on to the championship game. Evan is joined in studio by The Green Zone host Locker to break down…
Saturday the United States launched a dramatic military operation in Venezuela on Saturday, carrying out airstrikes and capturing President Nicolás Maduro and his wife. Venezuela sits on some of the largest proven oil reserves in the world, mostly heavy crude, making it a key player in global energy markets. Evan…
Many legal experts say the U.S. capture of Venezuela’s president Nicolás Maduro violates international law. It was carried out without UN authorization or a clear self-defence justification. The framing of it as law enforcement or drug enforcement does not align with established legal standards. To delve into this Evan is…
Following U.S. military action in Venezuela, Conservative Leader Pierre Poilievre praised the move on social media. Prime Minister Mark Carney, meanwhile, highlighted that one of his government’s first actions was imposing additional sanctions on Maduro’s "brutally oppressive and criminal regime." To unpack where Canada’s major federal parties stand, we’ve assembled…
The U.S. carried out a major military operation in Venezuela over the weekend, removing President Nicolás Maduro from power. In Washington, Republicans have largely praised the action, while critics — are raising concerns about legality and escalation. Kelly Malone, Washington correspondent for the Canadian Press, joins the show to run…
DUI enforcement this holiday season has been in full swing and Saskatoon Police welcomed in the new year with mandatory alcohol screening. Brent Loucks speaks with Sgt. Ray Robertson, Saskatoon Police Service traffic section, to discuss the holiday's check stop program and the recent changes to roadside enforcement.
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What time is it? It’s Eatin’ Time! with Belton Johnson - powered by the Saskatchewan Cattle Association! Grillmaster Belton Johnson joins Brent Loucks with his recipe for BEEF SOUP. The World Juniors are back in action! Brent Loucks welcomes one of the tournament's commentators, Matt Cullen, World Juniors hockey broadcaster, to…
Unlawful outfitting activities and possession of wild animals at a domestic game farm in the province near Briercrest has two people facing major penalties, thanks to an investigation by the Saskatchewan Conservation Officer Service. Guest host Brent Loucks speaks with Makayla Lupien, Saskatchewan conservation officer, to learn more about the investigation…
The holiday season means there have been lots of roadside check stops from Saskatchewan law enforcement over the past few weeks. Saskatoon Police Service will soon implement mandatory alcohol screening in the city, something Regina did almost two years ago, which allows police to lawfully demand a driver to provide…
Guest host Justin Blackwell revisits Evan's earlier conversation with Tom Korski, managing editor of Blacklock's Reporter. A new children's book by a Saskatchewan author is looking to keep both kids and their parents reading to them entertained. Aaron Wignes, Saskatchewan author of The Sleepover, joins guest host Justin Blackwell to…
2025 was another big year in the newsroom, from wildfires to sports, pop culture moments, trials and murders, the newsroom covered it all. Sarah Mills, 980 CJME & 650 CKOM news director, joins guest host Justin Blackwell to recap the year and look ahead to 2026.
From nail-biting endings, injuries, big trades and hoisting the Grey Cup, there was no shortage of sports stories making headlines in 2025. Jamie Nye, co-host of The Green Zone, joins guest host Justin Blackwell to recap the year and look ahead to what sports fans should be watching next. If…
Franco Terrazzano, federal director of the Canadian Taxpayers Federation and author of Axing the Tax: the Rise and Fall of Canada’s Carbon Tax, joins Justin Blackwell to what changes taxpayers should keep an eye on in the new year. Guest host Justin Blackwell revisits the year-end conversations Evan had with…
Guest host Justin Blackwell revisits his conversation with Matt Cullen, American former professional ice hockey center and World Juniors hockey commentator.
Guest host Justin Blackwell reviews the year that was in Canadian politics with Brian Lilley, political columnist for the Toronto Sun, and looks ahead to what 2026 might bring for Canadians. Guest host Justin Blackwell looks back on the year that was and ahead to what 2026 will bring with…
Guest host Justin Blackwell looks back on the year that was and ahead to what 2026 will bring with Mike Tate, CEO of the Regina Chamber of Commerce.
29 Dec 2025 9AM
35 min
80 – 100
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