The Evan Bray Show

Recent episodes

1. Green & White Prognostications - Edmonton Elks vs Riders from The Evan Bray Show

   Jul 31, 202615 min

   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!

2. The biggest tech stories you need to know from The Evan Bray Show

   Jul 31, 202616 min

   Tech journalist Carmi Levy joins Tamara to talk through all the big tech stories of the day.

3. Fighting hunger, one meal at a time from The Evan Bray Show

   Jul 31, 20269 min

   Food insecurity continues to affect families across Saskatchewan, including children who may not always have reliable access to nutritious food. One Saskatoon organization is working to address that issue while also rescuing good food that might otherwise go to waste. Angie Cullingworth, Co-Founder and President of the FoodBridge Alliance, joins Tamara to discuss the group's upcoming fundraiser and how people can get involved.

4. It’s Eatin’ Time: Belton Johnson’s chuck roast from The Evan Bray Show

   Jul 31, 20269 min

   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 chuck roast.

5. Bugs ‘n Hugs: Saskatchewan's chance to call out or cheer on! from The Evan Bray Show

   Jul 31, 202634 min

   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!

6. Why is chicken so expensive? from The Evan Bray Show

   Jul 31, 20267 min

   Chicken has long been seen as an affordable source of protein, but that may no longer feel true when you're looking at the price tag at the grocery store. As the cost of meat continues to rise, more Canadians are turning to chicken—but increased demand could also be putting pressure on prices. Mike von Massow, a food economics professor at the University of Guelph, joins Tamara to explain why chicken is so expensive right now and if consumers could see relief anytime soon.

7. Keeping people with autism safe from The Evan Bray Show

   Jul 31, 20269 min

   The little boy with autism who went missing in Calgary earlier this month was recently found dead. The tragedy has sparked conversations about how we keep vulnerable children and people in our community safe. Alex Scott, Family Programs Director with the Autism Services of Saskatoon, joins Tamara to discuss what services are in place here in the province and if more support is needed.

8. Inside Canada's biggest whale rescue from The Evan Bray Show

   Jul 31, 202617 min

   Six of Marineland's remaining beluga whales have been airlifted from the shuttered Niagara Falls attraction to new homes at U.S. aquariums — the first wave of an unprecedented rescue of 30 belugas the park says it can no longer afford to care for. Tamara speaks with Canadian Press reporter Liam Casey about how the move went down, what happens to the rest of the whales, and what Marineland's closure says about the future of animal attractions in Canada.

9. WestJet strike: Do you know your passenger rights? from The Evan Bray Show

   Jul 31, 202613 min

   WestJet passengers are facing uncertainty as the airline deals with the possibility of a flight attendant strike. With the likelihood of a strike on the horizon, do you know your rights as a passenger? Gábor Lukács, founder and president of the Air Passenger Rights advocacy group, joins guest host Tamara Cherry to discuss what you need to know if you're travelling with WestJet soon.

10. Open lines with Evan: Calls, questions and conversations from The Evan Bray Show

    Jul 30, 202618 min

    Open phones - Evan goes to the phones to chat with listeners about what's on their minds today. Call 1-877-332-8255.

11. The ultimate backyard BBQ guide from The Evan Bray Show

    Jul 30, 202635 min

    We're well into summer, but there's still a LOT of time to get behind the grill to cook up some delicious food! Belton Johnson, former Grey Cup Champion and BBQ expert, joins Evan to share his tips and tricks for becoming the hottest grill master on the block!

12. The big city: A conversation with Saskatoon's Mayor from The Evan Bray Show

    Jul 30, 202617 min

    Evan sits down with Saskatoon Mayor Cynthia Block for her monthly mayoral check-in. Mayor Block takes your questions and gives us an update on the city's state of affairs.

13. The Globe Theatre gets a lifeline: What's next? from The Evan Bray Show

    Jul 30, 202618 min

    The Globe Theatre says it needed financial support to continue operating. The theatre has asked the City of Regina for a one-time grant, arguing the funding would provide a critical lifeline as it works to stabilize its finances after costly renovations. Oz Weaver, Executive Director of the Globe Theatre, joins us to discuss the request, the challenges facing the organization and what's next for the theatre.

14. 20 years later: Remembering Canada’s Afghanistan mission from The Evan Bray Show

    Jul 30, 202615 min

    It’s been 20 years since Canadian Armed Forces members were redeployed to Afghanistan as part of Task Force Orion. This weekend, veterans, their families and community members will come together at Regina Beach for Patricia's Howl, a three-day event honouring their service and remembering the 19 Canadians who lost their lives during the deployment. Jim Sinclair, retired corporal with the Royal Regina Rifles and deployed to Afghanistan in 2006, and Willy MacDonald, retired master warrant officer, recipient of the Star of Military Valour who was deployed to Afghanistan in 2006, join the show to talk about this special event and how you can get involved.

15. Saskatoon's downtown arena: Big win or big mistake? from The Evan Bray Show

    Jul 30, 202610 min

    Saskatoon’s Downtown Event and Entertainment District continues to generate plenty of debate, and now the province is pushing Ottawa to help fund the project. Ken Wood, former CEO of SaskPlace and the Credit Union Centre, is critical of the project. As someone with decades of experience running a major event facility, he joins us to share his concerns.

16. What's slowing Canada's firefighting response? from The Evan Bray Show

    Jul 29, 20269 min

    Canada leased more firefighting aircraft this year—but what if the real problem isn't the number of planes, it's how quickly they can be deployed? As another devastating wildfire season continues, we'll ask McGill University aviation management lecturer John Gradek whether Canada's wildfire strategy is built to respond fast enough.

17. Saskatchewan's Smartest Radio Listener: brains, bragging rights and prizes from The Evan Bray Show

    Jul 29, 20268 min

    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!

18. Your favourite exhibition memories from The Evan Bray Show

    Jul 29, 202615 min

    Both the Regina and Saskatoon exhibitions kick off this week! You might remember the fair under a different name, but what's YOUR favourite memory from the iconic summer festival? What do you miss about the past fairs? Call, text or send us a voice memo at 1-877-332-8255 to join the conversation.

19. The big city: A conversation with Regina's Mayor from The Evan Bray Show

    Jul 29, 202618 min

    Evan sits down with the Mayor of Regina, Chad Bachynski, for his monthly mayoral check-in. Mayor Bachynski takes Evan's and your questions and gives an update on the city's state of affairs.

20. Open lines with Evan: Calls, questions and conversations from The Evan Bray Show

    Jul 29, 202636 min

    Open phones - Evan goes to the phones to chat with listeners about what's on their minds today. Call 1-877-332-8255.