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Murray Wood: No blank cheques for blank slates

By CKOM News Nov 24, 2025 | 7:39 AM

Murray Wood observes that a fledgling Saskatchewan political party – Saskatchewan United – wants you to send them money, but the party gives no indication of who is actually asking.

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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Fri., Nov. 21: 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 Roughriders, the U of S Huskies and Donald Trump’s treatment of reporters.

Thurs., Nov. 20: Murray Wood is throwing a flag at Saskatchewan Roughriders head coach Corey Mace for his unparliamentary language in front of the legislature during the team’s Grey Cup celebrations this week.

Wed., Nov. 19: Donald Trump doesn’t want Canada making cars for the U.S. market, so Murray Wood is wondering why Canada should buy American-made fighter jets? Meanwhile, Sweden thinks it has a better idea for Canada.

Tues., Nov. 18: Murray Wood says the Saskatchewan Roughriders are a family team in ways that most teams can’t match, with multiple generations represented in both the dressing room and the stands.

Fri., Nov. 14: Every Friday, Murray Wood takes a look at the week’s news and decides who’s hot… and who’s not. This week, Wood is presenting a special Grey Cup edition of hot or not ahead of the big game on Sunday.