Murray Wood: Who's hot... and who's not?
Every Friday, Murray Wood takes a look back at the week's news and decides who's hot... and who's not. This week's list ...
8:30 – Yesterday, Regina’s newest police chief was announced. Evan welcomes Lorilee Davies, newly announced and first female Chief of the Regina Police Service (RPS), to talk about moving from acting chief of the RPS to taking on the position full-time and what she sees in the future for the service.
Listener Question: With this change in leadership, what do you hope to see next from the Regina Police Service?
9:00 – Open phones – Evan goes to the phones to chat with listeners about what’s on their minds today. Call 1-877-332-8255.
9:30 – As hostage returns marked the start of this month’s news between Israel and Gaza, Evan sits down with Vivian Bercovici, Canada’s former ambassador to Israel, to explore where these two groups are at in the major conflict between Israel and Palestine.
LQ: What role should Canada play in this? If any at all?
10:00 – Bugs ‘n Hugs – Every Friday, we open the phone lines and give you a chance to call out or commend anyone you think deserves it. Call 1-877-332-8255 and join the conversation!
Evan kicks off the segment highlighting a big HUG for Saskatchewan — the resigning of Roughriders quarterback, Trevor Harris — with Green Zone host, Jamie Nye.
11:00 – What time is it? It’s Eatin’ Time! with Belton Johnson – powered by the Saskatchewan Cattle Association! Grillmaster Belton Johnson joins Evan with his recipe for BEEF CHILI.
11:15 – An 18-year-old Regina actor just took home a top prize at one of Western Canada’s most respected acting and modelling conventions. Elly Gerspacher is honing her craft further in Saskatchewan and joins Evan to share more about entering this profession with so much success right here in our province.
LQ: Who is your favourite talent to come out of Saskatchewan?
11:30 – In a first-of-its-kind partnership, SaskTel is teaming up with Calm—a mental health and mindfulness app— to provide a premium membership to its users. Charlene Gavel, SaskTel’s President and CEO, joins Evan to tell us how this agreement came about, why it matters and what customers can expect.
LQ: Do you think more companies should provide more access to mental health and wellness services?
12:00 – A Saskatchewan clothing brand, initially started by youth in the city, is excited to be opening its first storefront this weekend. Evan welcomes Turning Point co-president and founder, Logan Curle, to talk about the brand and its message.
LQ: Does the message behind what you wear matter to you?
