The Evan Bray Show
The Voice of Saskatchewan. Evan Bray discusses the latest stories about Saskatchewan with Saskatchewan listeners. Heard from 8:30am - 12:30pm on 650 CKOM & 980 CJME.
Fraud Prevention Month - What Do You Need To Know
It's Fraud Prevention Month, an important time to highlight scam attempts right here in Saskatchewan. How do we recognize scams and report suspicious activity? For this conversation Brent is joined by Mark Millham, Conexus Chief Risk and Compliance Officer.
When Is Spring Actually Coming To The Prairies!?!?!
Spring is just around the corner! But when will the warm up begin? Brent checks in with David Phillips, Senior Climatologist with Environment Canada, for a sneak peek at his spring forecast.
Can You Kill A Regime By Killing One Man? Death of Iran’s Supreme Leader
Iran’s Supreme Leader, Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, has been killed in recent missile strikes, but as Samira Mohyeddin, Toronto based Iranian - Canadian journalist and broadcaster at On The Line Media explains, the Islamic Republic is bigger than any one person. Guest host Brent Loucks talks with Samira about what Khamenei’s…
Highest in Canada: confronting gender-based violence in Saskatchewan
Saskatchewan has the highest rate of gender-based violence in Canada, and YWCA Regina is responding with Upstander Online, a new digital prevention program focused on stopping harm before it escalates. To talk about this new program Evan is talking to by the person overseeing it Megan Moore, Senior Director of…
Mortgage stress, credit cards, and how to get out from a pile of debt in Saskatchewan
Nearly half of Saskatchewan and Manitoba residents say they regret the amount of debt they’ve taken on, while financial literacy gaps leave many vulnerable to unexpected life events and rising interest rates. Despite this, over half remain optimistic about being debt-free in retirement, highlighting a disconnect between current financial strain…
Apps vs. coins: should cities bring back cash parking?
Cash is out, apps are in! As of Sunday, Regina has officially ended coin-operated parking downtown. Now, if you want to park, you’ve got to use the PayByPhone app, website, or call in — no coins, no cash, no excuses. But not everyone is happy. Seniors and folks without smartphones…
The road ahead for USask - a talk with the new president
Dr. Vince Bruni-Bossio is the new president of the University of Saskatchewan. He is all about teamwork, transparency, and big ideas. He joins Evan to talk about his background, his “moving forward together” approach, and his vision for the university’s future.
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Iran in the crosshairs: how close are we to regional war?
Military action almost always has a geopolitical undertone, according to our next guest. General Rick Hillier, former Canadian Chief of the Defence Staff, joins the show to talk about the ongoing conflict in Iran that ignited over the weekend. He'll talk about what could be next for all countries involved…
After the strikes: Iran, retaliation, and what Canada is saying
Yesterday, U.S. President Donald Trump said the joint military campaign against Iran is progressing “ahead of schedule,” with strikes aimed at dismantling Tehran’s missile and nuclear capabilities and tens of senior Iranian figures reported killed. To talk about this and also where Canada stands amid this international conflict Evan is…
The spring sitting begins - what’s ahead for the Saskatchewan Legislature
There's a lot on the agenda as MLAs get set to retun to the Legislative Building for the spring sitting. All eyes are on the upcoming budget and what big bills could be passed. Lisa Shick, senior reporter with 980 CJME, joins guest host Brent Loucks to help us break…
Voices from Saskatchewan’s Iranian Community
The military action in Iran can feel very distant but of course there are many Iranian-Canadians right here in Saskatchewan. Brent is joined by Pooyan Arab, Executive Director of the Iranian Association of Saskatchewan.
A roach in a sandwich!!! Are pests of the rise in Saskatchewan?
A restaurant in Saskatoon was temporarily closed after a patron found a cockroach cooked into their sandwich. How common are cockroaches in homes and businesses in Saskatchewan? Shawn Sherwood, Poulin's exterminator joins the show to answer that question! He will also share tips on how to keep those creepy-crawlers out…
When mining brings harm: protecting Indigenous women and girls
Saskatchewan is a mineral-rich province, which is driving a number of new projects. But a group in Ottawa are advocating for the communities that could be impacted by these projects, which have been linked to increased violence and risk of human trafficking for Indigenous women and girls. Hilda Anderson-Pyrz, President…
Can Ozempic curb alcohol cravings? And the drugs we already know can!
Despite decades of safe and effective medications for alcohol use disorder, fewer than 2% of Americans with the condition receive them, largely due to stigma, lack of awareness, and underprepared doctors. Surprisingly, new drugs like Ozempic are getting attention, for their ability to treat alcohol addiction. To talk about this…
Why Iran matters to oil markets
Global energy markets are bracing for a major shock after joint strikes by the United States and Israel on Iran, with fears that escalation could disrupt oil flows from a region that supplies about 20% of the world’s crude. While there has been no confirmed damage to infrastructure or shipping…
Iran in crisis: what we know now
On Sunday morning Donald Trump says U.S.-Israeli military operations against Iran were “ahead of schedule,” claiming 48 Iranian leaders have been killed, while U.S. officials say B-2 strikes hit underground missile launchers and deny Iranian claims that the USS Abraham Lincoln was struck. This is a story that is developing…
From shock to escalation: the latest on the U.S.–Israel attacks on Iran
The United States and Israel launch attacks on Iran Saturday morning in what President Donald Trump said was a "massive operation" to destroy the country's military capabilities, eliminate the threat of creating nuclear weapons and allow the people of Iran to take over their government. It was a weekend not…
Six Planets In A Row: Catching The Rare Planetary Parade
A rare “planetary parade” will light up the evening sky tomorrow, as six planets — Mercury, Venus, Jupiter, Saturn, Uranus, and Neptune — line up shortly after sunset, creating a striking celestial display for those who know when and where to look. To talk about this and other exciting events…
How One Small Town Raised $11 Million To Save Its Hockey Rink
Everyone knows how important hockey rinks are to small town communities. After a fire devastated Dodsland's rink, the community rallied together to raise millions of dollars to rebuild. Ryan Neumeier, mayor of Dodsland, joins the show to share how the money was raised and what's next for the small village…