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8:30 – Saturday the United States launched a dramatic military operation in Venezuela, carrying out airstrikes and capturing President Nicolás Maduro and his wife. This unprecedented U.S. military operation in Venezuela highlights how sudden actions in the Americas can affect regional stability. To talk about what Canada needs to be thinking about through a military lens, Evan is joined by Gen. Hillier, former Canadian Chief of the defence staff.
Listener Question: What concerns do you have about the U.S. taking military action in Venezuela?
9:00 – Evan goes to the phones to chat with listeners about what’s on their minds today. Call 1-877-332-8255.
9:45 – Rates of colon cancer are rising among younger people — including those under 40! New research suggests a possible risk factor may trace back to the first nine months of life.
LQ: So many things can be linked to cancer, what precautions and lifestyle changes have you made to lower your risk?
10:00 – After a hard year for many farmers across Saskatchewan, questions still linger about a guaranteed income. How would it work and how is it different from other supports? Phil Mount, vice-president of policy for the National Farmers Union, joins Evan to explain the union’s position, the pros and cons and where this idea could go next.
LQ: Do you like the idea of introducing guaranteed income for farmers?
10:15 – As Evan explores the discussion around guaranteed income for farmers, he turns to Shaun Haney, founder and CEO of RealAgriculture, to break down what this could mean for farmers and producers in Saskatchewan, if it were to be seriously considered.
LQ: Do you like the idea of introducing guaranteed income for farmers?
10:30 – What do you think of the idea of a guaranteed income for farmers? A great plan or a poor decision? Call Evan to share your thoughts at 1-877-332-8255.
11:00 – It’s a new year, but sometimes an addition doesn’t mean it’s an improvement. Evan welcomes Shasta Garber, owner of Luxaderm, to talk tattoos and tattoo regrets. Call in to ask your tattoo questions and share your bad tattoo stories with Evan and Shasta!
LQ: What is your biggest tattoo regret or most memorable tattoo story?
11:30 President Trump has made it clear he intends for the United States to capitalize on Venezuela’s oil sector. How much of a concern is that for Canada, given the U.S. is our largest energy customer?
Evan Bray is joined by Heather Exner-Pirot, Senior Fellow and Director of Energy, Natural Resources and Environment at the Macdonald-Laurier Institute in Ottawa, to talk oil markets, timelines, and what Canada can be doing now to prepare for the changes this may set in motion.
LQ: How can Canada better support resource projects so we can be competitive in an ever changing energy market?
12:00 – Evan revisits his conversation on the American military action Venezuela action with Gen. Rick Hillier, former Canadian Chief of the defence staff.
