Murray Wood: Who’s hot… and who’s not

By CKOM News Oct 3, 2025 | 7:58 AM

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 the hike to Saskatchewan’s minimum wage and a lack of police transparency.

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.

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Thurs., Oct. 2: Regina is asking people to complete a survey on pet control that includes a question about banning breeds of dogs. Murray Wood says anyone who is concerned about violent dogs should focus on the owners.

Wed., Oct. 1: Murray Wood says he’s noted a decline in community spirit in some parts of the province recently, but a train ride between Ogema and Pangman in south-central Saskatchewan has him reconsidering.

Tues., Sept. 30: Murray Wood says Canada Post and its union need to deliver a solution that fits the 21^st century.

Mon., Sept. 29: Murray Wood says Ontario’s Doug Ford is right when he says that photo radar is a cash grab that doesn’t make anyone safer.

Fri., Sept. 26: Every Friday, Murray Wood takes a look at the week’s news and decides who’s not, and who’s not. This week’s list induces the CFL commissioner, Canada’s rising debt and Kimmel’s return to TV.