Show Segments

8:30 – During the throne speech last week, the Saskatchewan Government said it is giving serious consideration to using nuclear power to replace coal and natural gas power plants in the province, in order to reduce carbon emissions and transition away from fossil fuel-based power generation. It’s not the first time nuclear power in Saskatchewan has been brought up, but recent improvements in reactor technology – particularly the small modular reactors which are assembled in a plant and delivered to the power plant site – mean we could be closer than ever before. Minister Dustin Duncan is responsible for both the environment and SaskPower portfolios, and he joins Gormley now to discuss what nuclear power in the province might look like.

LIVE: Dustin Duncan, environment minister and minister responsible for SaskPower.

9:00 – The Hour of the Big Stories… Open Session

10:00 – Alberta and Saskatchewan were left in a tough spot last week after the re-election of Justin Trudeau and his Liberal Party. Neither province elected a single Liberal, and we’ve already heard loud calls for western separation. Premiers Scott Moe and Jason Kenney both demanded a new deal for their provinces, with Moe highlighting the carbon tax, pipeline construction, and the equalization formula as Saskatchewan’s largest issues with Ottawa. There is also the question of prairie representation in the Liberal government and cabinet, which may present a difficult challenge for Trudeau. To discuss these issues and more, John is joined by Danielle Smith, former leader of the Wild Rose Party and radio host on News Talk 770 in Calgary.

LIVE (Simulcast): Danielle Smith, former leader of the Wild Rose Party and radio host on News Talk 770 in Calgary.

11:00 – We’ve just had our first serious snowfall across Saskatchewan, and there are already reports of accidents, injuries, jackknifed semis, and more. In other provinces, drivers are risking a fine if they’re caught on the roads or highways without winter tires, but they’re still optional in Saskatchewan. While the many safety benefits of winter tires are well-documented, some argue they’re unnecessary or even a cash grab. The arguments against winter tires include using all-season tires to save money and the hassle of changing and relying on driving skill to avoid accidents. We want to know what you think: Are winter tires worth the investment? Should they be mandatory in Saskatchewan? Give us a call at 1-877-332-8255 and join the conversation!

12:00 – A Saskatchewan invention we previously featured on the show is just about ready to roll out to customers. The VoltSafe is a cord for your car’s block heater that uses magnets instead of the traditional prongs, meaning you won’t cause any damage if you accidentally drive away while it’s still connected (as we all have at some point). Not only will the VoltSafe help prevent accidental damage, it’s loaded with other features and should be an improvement for users with mobility issues. William Topping is the VoltSafe’s creator, and he joins John to talk about the product, which should be hitting store shelves in December.

LIVE: William Topping, inventor of the VoltSafe.