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 ...
**WITH GUEST HOST BRENT LOUCKS
8:30 – After four months, the U.S. and Iran seemed closer than ever to an agreement, an MOU had been signed and talks were happening. However, as of Friday morning, those negotiation talks have been postponed. This comes after Israel launched deadly strikes in Lebanon, despite the deal saying fighting should also end in Lebanon. Kaveh Shahrooz, Senior Fellow at the Macdonald Laurier Institute, joins guest host Brent Loucks to bring us up to speed on the latest.
Listener Question: Are you surprised that the deal has been called off before it even began?
9:00 – Brad Wall, former Saskatchewan Premier, says Saskatchewan has “soft power.” While we hold few seats in parliament and do not decide elections, we have something of value; we have what the world needs: Potash. He joins Brent to explain how Saskatchewan stood alone in its trade relationship building and what other provinces or countries could learn from the landlocked region.
LQ: Do you think Saskatchewan gets enough recognition for its contributions to Canada and the world?
9:30 – This year marks the 20th Anniversary of many veterans’ redeployment to Afghanistan. Jim Sinclair, retired corporal with the Royal Regina Rifles, is one of the veterans taking part. He joins Brent to discuss Canada’s federal monument, which is causing some controversy, and the upcoming Patricia’s Howl reunion at Regina Beach to honour those veterans who served in Afghanistan.
LQ: Do you think veterans should have the final say in how military service and sacrifice are commemorated?
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 Jalapeños Poppers.
11:15 –Summer officially begins this Sunday! And for many Saskatchewan families, that means spending time at the province’s lakes and beaches. As people head out to the water, Chief Medical Health Officer for Saskatchewan, Dr. Saqib Shahab, joins us to talk about the Healthy Beaches Program and how to stay safe at the beach this summer.
LQ: What is your favourite Saskatchewan beach?
11:30 – This Sunday also marks National Indigenous Peoples Day! It’s a day to celebrate Indigenous cultures, histories and teachings. Andrew McDonald, Co-Executive Director for Wanuskewin Heritage Park and Sascha Sasbrink Harkema, Board Chair on Wanuskewin’s Board of Directors, join Brent to talk about the events happening that day and why Wanuskewin remains an important gathering place for all people.
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!
