The Evan Bray Show

U.S. President Donald Trump is rallying Republicans at a rare midterm convention in Dallas, as the party prepares for November’s elections and the trade war with Canada continues to escalate. Reggie Cecchini, Washington correspondent and producer for Global News, is at the convention and joins Evan with the latest on Trump’s message, the political mood and the trade war.

U.S. President Donald Trump took to Truth Social to tell Bombardier it won’t be allowed to sell its planes in the U.S. unless it starts building there — but the Canadian company already employs 3,500 Americans and works with 2,800 U.S. suppliers. John Gradek, coordinator of the aviation management program at McGill University in Montreal, joins Evan to talk about whether Trump can actually follow through on the threat and what it could mean for Canada’s aerospace industry.

The Saskatchewan housing market can be a complicated place to navigate, whether you’re buying, selling, or just wondering what your home is worth. We welcome Craig Adam, a Saskatchewan Realtor, to the show to take your real estate questions!

The U.S. midterm elections are still a little ways off at the beginning of November, but the results could have a big impact beyond the American border. Rodney Loeppky, Associate Professor at York University, joins us to break down what's at stake for Canada.

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Many Canadians say Prime Minister Mark Carney's decision to launch counter-tariffs was a gamble he had to make. But Vassy Kapelos, chief parliamentary correspondent and host of Power Play, Question Period for CTV, and The Vassy Kapelos Show, says it comes at a cost. She joins the show to bring us up to speed on the latest in the ongoing trade war.

USask Giving Day is today! It gives organizations and community members a chance to support the University of Saskatchewan in many different ways. Kim Kroll-Goodwin, Interim Vice-President, University Relations, USask, joins the show to talk about how important the campaign is for student scholarships, research and programs across the university.

Bobbi Janzen, member of the Strategic Leadership Council for Saskatchewan-CNIB, navigates the world with the help of her guide dog, Bru. But recently, she has faced challenges with hotels that refuse to serve the pair or that they can only stay in a "pet-friendly" room. She said policy changes have made a simple hotel stay a difficult one. She joins us during Guide Dog Access Awareness Month to share her story and talk about the importance of guide dogs.

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!

Trade tensions with the United States are raising fresh questions about the future of CUSMA and what a potential U.S. withdrawal could mean for Canada. A new Deloitte report suggests the impact would be severe, but not necessarily catastrophic, and could push Canada to find new trading relationships and markets. Joining us now is Matthew Stewart, a partner at Deloitte Canada and co-author of Tariffs: A Rough Road Leads to New Destinations, to break down the findings and what they could mean for Canada's economy.

Saskatchewan farmers have dramatically changed how they work the land over the past few decades, with less tillage and summerfallow — leaving fields unplanted for a growing season. New University of Saskatchewan research suggests that shift is paying off, with farmers reporting a 41 per cent increase in soil organic matter. Stuart Smyth, professor in the Department of Agricultural and Resource Economics at the University of Saskatchewan and one of the study’s authors, joins Evan to discuss the findings.

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The Canadian Armed Forces has been working to rebuild its ranks after years of recruitment challenges, especially with growing global instability putting renewed pressure on our defence capabilities. Commander of the Canadian Army, Lieutenant-General Michael Wright, joins Evan to discuss the state of military recruitment.

Harvest is underway across Saskatchewan, but farmers are facing a challenging start to the season. Only a fraction of the crop is in the bin so far, with wet weather slowing progress in many areas. Bill Prybylski, president of the Agricultural Producers Association of Saskatchewan, joins us now to talk about how harvest is going and what farmers need right now.

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The Riders have hit a real rough patch of the season, dropping two straight and suddenly looking a lot less comfortable than they did a few weeks ago. Green Zone host Jamie Nye joins Evan to talk about what’s gone wrong, how worried Rider Nation should be — and whether this is just a mid-season stumble or a sign of bigger problems.

Horses can be powerful, sensitive animals, and how they're trained can make a big difference in their behaviour and their relationship with people. Todd McIntyre owns McIntyre Ranch in the RM of Caron and has spent years working with horses of all backgrounds. He joins us now to talk about understanding horses and take YOUR questions about the gentle creatures.

Fresh questions are swirling around Iran’s leadership, while Donald Trump’s foreign policy and escalating trade fights are creating new political pressure for Republicans at home. Ralph Nurnberger, Former foreign policy assistant, member on the Senate Foreign Relations Committee, and Georgetown University professor joins Evan to break down the latest out of Iran and look at whether tariffs, affordability and growing voter dissatisfaction could reshape this fall’s U.S. midterms.

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.

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

Candace Laing, president and CEO of the Canadian Chamber of Commerce, joins Evan to look at what the escalating trade war and Canada’s counter-tariffs mean for businesses already dealing with months of uncertainty. Does Ottawa’s response strike the right balance between standing up to the U.S. and avoiding further damage at home?

After 35 years with the Regina Fire Department, Richard Dheilly has launched Humans Behind the Uniform, a social media initiative sharing the human side of life as a first responder. He joins Evan to talk about the conversations it has sparked around trauma, PTSD and burnout — and why he believes we need to talk not just about what first responders do, but what the job does to them.

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!

Yesterday, Ottawa laid out its response to the latest U.S. tariffs, announcing new counter-tariffs along with supports for Canadian workers and businesses caught in the trade war. University of Regina economics professor Jason Childs joins Evan to break down what Canada’s response means for Saskatchewan. Could our own counter-tariffs ultimately have a bigger impact here than the latest U.S. measures?

The Canada-U.S. trade talks have collapsed, tariffs are now in place and Canada is hitting back — leaving businesses on both sides of the border facing exactly what they feared most: more uncertainty. Laura Dawson, Executive Director of the Future Borders Coalition, joins Evan to talk about what this escalating trade war means for businesses and what might be the path back to a more stable relationship with our biggest trading partner.

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Dolly Parton passed away yesterday, and as fans around the world remember the music icon, we're looking at what made her such a uniquely beloved and enduring figure. Dr. Judy Eaton, Professor of Psychology at Wilfrid Laurier University, has studied decades of Dolly’s lyrics and what they reveal about her remarkable positivity, and she joins Evan on the show.

Canada is hitting back at the United States with counter-tariffs, but Carleton University business professor Ian Lee argues tariffs ultimately hurt the country imposing them as well as the country they’re meant to punish. He joins Evan to talk about the economic cost of Canada’s retaliation, whether there’s a better way to respond to Trump and why he believes getting back to a stable trade agreement with the U.S. has to remain Canada’s goal.

American farmers are also feeling the pain of the Canada-U.S. trade war, as tariffs drive up the cost of everything from farm equipment to fertilizer. Nick Levendofsky, Executive Director of the Kansas Farmers Union, joins Evan to explain why he says nobody wins a trade war, why Canada was right to walk away from the deal and whether Trump is beginning to lose support in rural America.

The cost of technology was already climbing as the rapid expansion of AI data centres drives huge demand for memory, chips and other computer components — and now the Canada-U.S. trade war could add another layer of pressure. Technology analyst and journalist Carmi Levy joins Evan to talk about what all of this could mean for the price of our devices, and why technology has also found itself at the centre of the trade fight as the U.S. takes aim at Canadian rules around streaming, culture and French-language content.

Evan goes to the phones to chat with listeners about their reaction to Canada’s counter tariff measures. Call 1-877-332-8255.

The latest round of U.S. tariffs may have a relatively modest impact on Canada’s overall GDP, but the human cost could be much greater, with some economists estimating as many as 90,000 Canadian jobs could be lost if the tariffs remain in place. Does the Carney government need to be more transparent about what was in the deal it rejected and why it decided walking away was worth the economic pain? Brian Lilley, political columnist for the Toronto Sun, joins Evan to talk about what he wants to see from Carney.

Homelessness and addiction are ongoing problems in the province, but one man is doing what he can to help. Matthew Wesley, a Regina man who helps vulnerable people, delivers food, supplies, or simply offers his time for a chat with people experiencing homelessness to let them know that they aren't alone. He joins us now to talk about why he does this work and what he wishes more people understood about those struggling.

Canada and the United States are now in a trade war — and dairy supply management was one of the major sticking points at the negotiating table. University of Saskatchewan agricultural economist Stuart Smyth joins Evan to talk about the role dairy played in the breakdown, what this trade fight could mean for Canadian farmers and consumers, and why he argues Canada should be rethinking supply management altogether.

Saskatchewan is home to some of the world’s largest potash reserves — but there’s a long-running debate over whether the province is getting its fair share from the resource. Saskatchewan business commentator Paul Martin joins Evan to talk about how potash royalties work, whether the current system strikes the right balance and what Saskatchewan should expect in return as the industry grows. He will also weigh in on the U.S. trade war and what it means for Saskatchewan.

The disappearance and death of 11-year-old Parker in Calgary has raised difficult questions about how police respond when a vulnerable person goes missing. Inspector Tyson Lavallee, Saskatoon Police Service, joins the show to explain how those searches are handled and what families should know.

Canada and the United States are now in a trade war — and forestry could be one of the Saskatchewan industries with a lot on the line after years of already dealing with U.S. duties and disputes over Canadian lumber. Forest Saskatchewan CEO Carl Neggers joins Evan to talk about what the escalating trade fight means for Saskatchewan producers, how vulnerable the industry is to further tariffs and what Canada can do next.

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Canada and the United States are now in a trade war — and energy could be one of Canada’s biggest sources of both vulnerability and leverage. Heather Exner-Pirot, Senior Fellow and Director of Energy, Natural Resources and Environment at the Macdonald-Laurier Institute, joins Evan to break down what this escalating fight could mean for Saskatchewan and Canada’s energy sector — and what comes next.

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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.

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.

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.

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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.

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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.

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.

A documentary about the life of longtime Midale physician Dr. William Graham Mainprize will make its festival debut this weekend at the Regina International Film Festival. Brent is joined by Jack Hilkewich, producer and director of Mainprize.