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 – Saskatchewan is poised to become a major player in the global defence industry as a Saskatoon company builds one of Canada’s first facilities to produce nitrocellulose—a critical component used in military ammunition. Cellcore Technologies Chief Executive and Owner David Brough joins Evan to explain why Europe is already lining up to buy it and what this could mean for Saskatchewan’s economy.
Listener Question: Is defence manufacturing a smart opportunity for Saskatchewan, especially with our relationship with the U.S. changing?
9:00 – It seems like everyone is protein maxxing these days – but this is more than an online craze it has real life implications. AGT Foods is seeing growing demand for its high-protein foods. Evan talks with AGT CEO Murad Al-Katib about where that opportunity is headed — and what the expected new Canada-U.S. trade deal could mean for Saskatchewan agriculture and agri-food businesses.
LQ: What does a Canada-U.S. trade deal need to do to be a good deal for Saskatchewan farmers?
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.
9:45 – Whitecap Dakota Nation is marking two major developments, with a December opening date now set for Saskatchewan’s first thermal spa and another $5.4 million in federal funding announced for its innovative Virtual Health Hub. Indigenous Services Minister Mandy Gull-Masty joins Evan to talk about those investments and the role Indigenous-led projects like these can play in tourism, economic development and improving health care in remote communities.
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 Smoked Brisket Queso.
11:15 – Ranch Ehrlo Society is celebrating its 60th anniversary this year, and one of the highlights will be its ninth annual powwow. Joining us to talk about the powwow and what it means to the community are Jamie Lerat, Indigenous Advisor, and David Rivers, Vice President of Community and Clinical Services with Ranch Ehrlo Society.
11:30 – Regina is about to get loud! Shake the Lake is this weekend! Dave Genn, Canadian musician, producer, songwriter and member of the rock group 54-40, joins the show ahead of the big show and the release of their latest album, PORTO.
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!
