Murray Wood: Saving money by gardening?
Murray Wood concludes that if you do the math, you might not be saving much money by growing food yourself in your yard,...
WITH GUEST HOST TAMARA CHERRY
8:30 – The conflict between the US and Iran has escalated again, with American forces carrying out strikes and Iran closing the Strait of Hormuz. Diplomatic efforts are still underway, but the fighting has badly undermined the fragile ceasefire and sent oil prices sky high. Sean Foley, professor of history at Middle Tennessee State University. Sean Foley, professor of history at Middle Tennessee State University, joins the show to chat with guest host Tamara Cherry.
LQ: Will this end up being a forever war? How does the USA get out of this conflict?
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 – The weekend was hot! But we’re not just seeing extreme heat here. This summer has brought unprecedented heat waves across parts of the United States, Asia and Europe. Canada has long required minimum indoor temperatures in winter. Is it time to consider maximum-temperature standards to protect people living in dangerously hot apartments during heat waves? André Picard, health reporter and columnist with The Globe and Mail, joins Tamara to make the case for better protecting renters from extreme heat.
LQ: Should landlords have to provide air conditioning for tenants?
10:00 – A renewed push to build a pipeline from Alberta to British Columbia’s northwest coast is generating excitement across Canada’s energy sector, but not everyone is convinced it will become a reality. Del Mondor, Chief Executive Officer of Aldon Oils Ltd., joins Tamara to discuss why he’s cautious and what this project could mean for Saskatchewan producers.
LQ: Should Canada focus on selling more oil to countries beyond the United States? Why or why not?
10:30 – Summer is in full swing, and there’s no better time to get outside and explore everything Saskatchewan’s provincial parks have to offer. Paul Johnson, Assistant Deputy Minister, Parks Division, joins Tamara during Saskatchewan Parks Week to chat about why there’s never been a better time to get out into nature and visit one of our 36 provincial parks and more than 100 recreation sites.
LQ: What’s your favourite Saskatchewan provincial park?
11:00 – You’re quick & clever! And for some weird reason you’ve carried the right answer in your head for years. Or maybe you just trust Uncle Google. It’s time for Saskatchewan’s Smartest Radio Listener for Little Town Apparel — your chance for fame and acclaim and to prove just how smart you are. Not only do you get bragging rights, you’ll win prizes too! Call 1-877-332-8255 to play!
11:30 – A young and upcoming Saskatchewan artist just released her first album! Cleo Phaneuf, a Regina singer, songwriter, pianist, guitarist and more, joins Tamara to talk about her career and what led her to create a full album of music.
12:00 – One of Saskatchewan’s favourite summer traditions is back this week as the Ness Creek Music Festival gets set to welcome music lovers to the boreal forest. Deborah Aitken, Ness Creek Music Festival booking manager, joins Tamara before the big event kicks off to talk about what’s in store and why this festival continues to be a must-visit summer event!
LQ: Have you been to a music festival? What did you like about it?
