Murray Wood: We may be headed for a cashless world, but we’re not there yet

After Murray Wood handed a checkout clerk cash, he says she gawked at the coins like she’d never seen them before. In today’s world, is it really so strange to use cash instead of a debit or credit card?

Murray Wood delivers sharp, insightful commentary with a blend of wit, skepticism and straight talk. Whether he’s exposing political maneuvering, celebrating cultural icons or unpacking life’s everyday quirks, he never holds back.

Read more:

Listen to more commentary from Murray Wood:

Thurs., Sept. 11: As society becomes more and more divided, Murray Wood says a lot of his friends are just trying to stay neutral, as there are real problems with both hardcore progressive and conservative ideologies.

Wed., Sept. 10: Murray Wood says there’s not really any feeling better than completing a successful repair job or a handy project. He recently repaired the ignition on his lawnmower, filling him with a rush of pride.

Tues., Sept. 9: The NDP is on the hunt for a new federal party leader, but it comes with a unique set of rules. Murray Wood takes issue with one of the rules which limits candidates’ signatures from straight, white men.

Mon., Sept. 8: Murray Wood says the Saskatchewan Roughriders turned in a great performance on Saturday, defeating Winnipeg 21-13. Wood says kicker Brett Lauther also silenced some of the doubters with a solid game.

Fri., Sept. 5: Every Friday, Murray Wood takes a look at the week’s news and decides who’s hot… and who’s not. This week’s list includes distracted drivers Crown Royal moving a bottling plant out of Ontario.