3:00 p.m. As the gun law debate brews in the United States after the Connecticut school massacre, it is more apparent how different the laws are in Canada. Kevin Kopp, owner of Saskatoon-based North Pro Sports, explains the differences between the two countries.

3:30 p.m. The Idle No More protests continue across Canada against what activists call a violation of treaty rights. Now the grassroots protesters are calling on all Nations to drum and sing across Turtle Island this Friday for a Global Synchronized Spiritual Awakening. Saskatoon's Jessica Gordon, one of four organizers who helped put Idle No More in motion, explains more about the protests.

4:00 p.m. The Missing Women Commission of Inquiry report comes nearly a decade after Robert Pickton's arrest in connection with the deaths of dozens of sex workers. However, this report may not have seen the light of day if it surrounded other victims. Warren Goulding's book, Just Another Indian, suggests crimes committed against First Nations women go largely ignored in Canada. Warren joins David.

4:30 p.m. Round Table - Craig Silliphant and Sarah Mills join David Kirton on the round table.

5:00 p.m. The heat is turning up on the Idle No More protests across Canada. It surrounds a federal omnibus bill, which protesters believe will negatively impact treaty rights. Saskatoon activist Jessica Gordon played a large role to get the movement off the ground. Jessica joins David.

5:30 p.m. A life changing Christmas gift for a family this year may be a puppy. Kathleen Miles, assistant editor with HuffPost LA, dives into puppy mills and exposes a massive industry, according to a new report by the International Fund for Animal Welfare. However, as Kathleen explains, a life changing Christmas gift for a puppy this year may be a family.

3:00 p.m. The aftermath of the Newtown school shooting has left 27 people dead, 18 of whom were children, and thousands in the small Connecticut community mourning as funerals are set to begin today. John gives you the story so far.

3:30 p.m. The Hobbit surpassed all three previous Lord of the Rings films in its opening weekend with a $223-million (US) performance world-wide. Movie geek Craig Silliphant reviews the much anticipated movie.

3:50 p.m. A complaint about "Merry Christmas" greetings on Saskatoon city buses will go before City Hall today. News Talk Radio reporter Francois Biber gives us the latest.

4:00 p.m. We go to the scene of the shooting in Newtown, Connecticut. Global National Toronto correspondent Mike Drolet describes the shaken community.

4:20 p.m. Former Riders bench boss Kent Austin is returning to the CFL -- but this time in black and yellow. The head coach, who earned Saskatchewan a championship in 2007, has taken the helm of the Hamilton Tiger-Cats. Rick Zamperin, sports director of CHML Hamilton, chats about the signing.

4:30 p.m. Round Table - Bronwyn Eyre and Jackson Middleton join John Himpe on the round table.

5:00 p.m. An unlikely scenario Friday morning in Connecticut where a shooter takes both his parents lives, along with 18 young children. Funerals begin today in Newtown where locals are attempting to return to life as normal. John looks back on the tragic weekend that was.

5:30 p.m. The University of Regina's cheerleading squad will be on the international state at the International Cheer Union's world university championships in Florida next month. Cheerleader Mitch Toupin joins John.

3:00 p.m. The rebel fighters are making ground in Syria as reports indicate President Bashar Assad is losing control of the embattled country. Christian Leuprecht, assistant professor of political science with Queen's University and the Royal Military College of Canada, explains what may happen next.

3:30 p.m. A farm couple in the Prince Albert area is rebuilding after a devastating house fire. And, they're getting some help from a Saskatoon company and their good-hearted neighbours. Homeowner Esther Peters shares her story with Richard.

4:00 p.m. "Idle No More" protests were held around the country this week to counter the federal omnibus Bill C-45. The numerous changes in the bill affect First Nations people across the country, and the message behind the protests is that the government failed to consult with First Nations groups on these revisions. John Lagimodiere, publisher and editor of Eagle Feather News, dives deeper into these protests.

4:30 p.m. Round Table - Bronwyn Eyre and Jackson Middleton join Richard on the round table.

5:00 p.m. Don't say F-35 in a Tory caucus meeting this week. The Harper government has hit the eject button on the purchase of the jet. National Post columnist Kelly McParland explains why the federal botched deal isn't resonating with a lot of Canadians.

5:30 p.m. The Geminid meteor shower is set to be one of the most spectacular light shows in the sky to cap off 2012. It will peak towards midnight tonight, with clear skies expected across Saskatchewan. Astronomy lecturer Stan Shadick with the University of Saskatchewan joins Richard.

3:00 p.m. Have you had it with your wireless phone carrier? Many Canadians have. Hundreds told the CRTC it should ban the three-year cell phone contract. Dr. David Gerhard, associate professor of computer science with the University of Regina, takes a look at how Canadian phone contracts work.

3:30 p.m. It was a prank gone horribly wrong when two Australian DJs made a phone call to the Dutchess of Cambridge's hospital room. A nurse/receptionist committed suicide in the wake of the prank. Former host of the TV show Candid Camera, Peter Funt, made a living off pranks. He shares his thoughts with Richard.

4:00 p.m. The fate of a man in a vegetative state rests in the hands of seven people. The Supreme Court of Canada will rule on who gets to decide when a medical treatment is no longer worth pursuing and should be ended. University of Toronto bioethicist Dr. Kerry Bowman works with end-of-life care. He joins Richard.

4:30 p.m. Round Table - Craig Silliphant and Justin Blackwell join Richard on the round table.

5:00 p.m. Official psychiatry could soon make it easier for the chronically worried to be diagnosed as a mental disorder. However, this definition doesn't satisfy Dr. Edward Shorter who says official definitions aren't based on science, but rather, consensus. The medical historian explains.

5:30 p.m. Two Australian DJs made international headlines after a prank call to the hospital room of the Dutchess of Cambridge. The next day, the receptionist was found dead in an apparent suicide. Now these DJs have lost their jobs. Peter Funt, the former host of the TV show Candid Camera, gives his take on the stunt.