8:30 – The Riders are getting ready for their home opener this weekend, complete with tailgating, new this year. Add in a Stanley Cup Final that’s delivering plenty of drama and the countdown to the FIFA World Cup, and there’s no shortage of sports stories to talk about with Jamie Nye, Host of The Green Zone.
Listener Question: What would you most want to experience live: a FIFA final game, Grey Cup, or Stanley Cup?
9:00 – What impact could the Canada-U.S.-Mexico Agreement (CUSMA) have on trade negotiations? Evan welcomes Dale Botting, former deputy minister and CEO of Enterprise Saskatchewan and author, to discuss Trump’s recent announcement that he plans not to renew the trade agreement.
LQ: Do you think the United States and President Donald Trump would really withdraw from the CUSMA?
9:30 – Open phones – Evan goes to the phones to chat with listeners about what’s on their minds today. Call 1-877-332-8255.
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!
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 BBQ’d Korean Short Ribs.
11:15 –The Ryan Schlechter Memorial Golf Classic returns on July 6 to raise money for The Caring Place, helping ensure mental health counselling remains accessible and affordable for Regina families. Organizers are hoping for their biggest tournament yet as they honour Ryan’s legacy and support vital mental health services in Saskatchewan. To talk about the event and the man it honours, Evan is joined by Angie Schlechter, co-founder of The Ryan Schlechter Foundation and Ryan’s sister.
11:30 – With the Saskatchewan Roughrider season officially kicking off this weekend, many Rider fans are pulling out their best green and white–but do you have unique custom-made pieces? That’s what Hilary De Paz, owner of Me & You Handmades, creates! She takes your Rider gear and turns it into a unique vest, windbreaker or jacket! Being a longtime Rider fan who loves crafting, it’s a match made in heaven! She joins us ahead of Saturday’s game to talk about her business’s journey and how you can get a custom piece!
LQ: What’s your favourite piece of merchandise (from a concert, sports team, etc.)?
11:45 – Big things are happening in Rider Nation! The 2026 season kicks off tomorrow, along with official tailgating and last year’s Grey Cup championship banner! Craig Reynolds, president and CEO of the Saskatchewan Roughriders, joins us ahead of all the fun and excitement and a new season for the Green & White.
LQ: Will you check out the tailgating at a Rider game this year?
12:00 – Tally up the score, tell us who wins and the real winner could be you! It’s time for Green & White Prognostications presented by Paladin Canada. Pick the game winner and the closest combined score, and you could win a $100 Co-op gift card from Sherwood Co-op!








