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Murray Wood: What now for Venezuela? Will it include the ‘D word’?

By CKOM News Jan 5, 2026 | 7:45 AM

U.S. President Donald Trump made pretty clear that the U.S. runs Venezuela now, but Murray Wood says the rest of the world is still waiting to hear what that means.

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., Jan. 2: Murray Wood says a child needing a morning snuggle always takes priority over mundane things like work. As times goes by, memory will prove that it was always the best use of your time.

Wed., Dec. 31: If you want to mess with a store clerk, offer cash on your next purchase. Murray Wood says counting change is at risk of becoming a skill like reading Latin – a mostly lost bit of knowledge.

Tues., Dec. 30: Data show that a lot fewer people relax by curling up with a good book. But Murray Wood says the benefits of being a frequent reader actually extend far beyond basic literacy.

Mon., Dec. 29: Murray Wood says the idea of Alberta leaving Canada seems to be gaining some steam, but most Albertans and Canadians still oppose the idea, despite some legitimate grievances with Ottawa.

Wed., Dec. 24: Christmas is a time for making memories. In today’s Wood File, Murray paints a picture of a snowy Saskatchewan Christmas Eve that may evoke some memories.