This is Saskatchewan

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Meet the ‘mom and dad’ of the Freedom Convoy

2024-12-1818:02

Two of the Freedom Convoy’s organizers are from Saskatchewan. Tamara Lich and Chris Barber don’t usually give interviews, but spoke with reporter David Fraser as they await trial.

HIV is quietly surging in Saskatchewan

2024-12-1127:29

If you’re having sex in Saskatchewan, you’re at risk of HIV. Why are our rates rising, even as global cases decline?

Trucking meets the gig economy. Is that a good mix?

2024-12-0414:39

Truckers working as independent contractors is a growing concern. Some say it’s not good for drivers and it’s not safe for you.

Why is scurvy making a comeback in the north?

2024-11-2720:33

If you thought scurvy was a disease from a hundred years ago, think again. A recent cluster of cases has people wondering how this can be happening in Saskatchewan in 2024.

Five vehicle-moose collisions within 30 minutes. What gives?

2024-11-2021:50

It’s thrilling to see wildlife up close. But ideally, not too, too close. With a string of accidents – and a story about a moose crashing into a school – we track whether there’s more moose on the loose in Saskatchewan.

The battle against ‘woke’ civic election campaigns

2024-11-1330:09

Third-party organizations with ties to Alberta want to influence who you vote for at City Hall. We take a closer look at why.

Why allegations against India are a bombshell on the prairies

2024-11-0620:30

India and Canada are in a standoff. Saskatchewan’s Indian community is caught in the middle. What’s the impact on Indian people who call the prairies home?

Where do Saskatchewan’s election results leave the cities?

2024-10-3022:53

The Saskatchewan Party swept the rural ridings to form a majority government. Did the cities walk away winners or losers in the provincial election?

Can anything shake the Sask Party’s hold on rural Saskatchewan?

2024-10-2324:40

We go door knocking and learn some hard truths about access to healthcare. Is it enough to sway the vote?

Will an IVF tax rebate sway your vote?

2024-10-1623:05

Some provincial election promises are sounding like a win for women. But are they? We take a closer look at the Sask Party’s pitch to offer a tax rebate on IVF.

Reintroducing: This is Saskatchewan

2024-10-0900:54

New name, same must-listen podcast. This is your connection to the stories Saskatchewan is talking about. Made on the prairies by Leisha Grebinski and Nichole Huck.

Why is the drive through Saskatchewan so boring?

2024-07-0217:35

There’s a reason some people skip over Saskatchewan. The drive is flat and many people think it’s boring. But if Highway 1 veered a little north or south, people would see Saskatchewan’s good side. So why was this route chosen?

Are the aurora borealis changing colours?

2024-06-2519:25

We are at a solar peak and the aurora borealis have been absolutely spectacular. But why are they looking so pink?

How did the world's largest T-Rex end up in Regina?

2024-06-1811:55

Saskatchewan is prairie dog territory. So, what’s up with all these dinosaur bones being discovered in Saskatchewan? Dig into the province's dinosaur dynasty as we learn about Scotty the T-Rex.

Why has Saskatchewan produced so many NHLers?

2024-06-1117:27

Saskatchewan sends a lot of hockey players to the pros. No surprise that we also have a Stanley Cup connection. Is there something in the water? Or ice? Wendel Clark has a theory. So does Hayley Wickenheiser’s mom. We explore them all.A version of this podcast was originally published Jan 23, 2024. We'll be back next week, with a brand new episode.

What are Saskatchewan ambulances doing in Morocco?

2024-06-0411:31

From emergency vehicles to emergency late-night pizza orders, Saskatchewan exports are more than just fuel, food and fertilizer. Where they end up may surprise you.

Part 1: Moving to Saskatchewan? We help answer your questions

2024-05-2815:22

Saad Ahmed Hashmi and his young family are hoping to start a new life in Saskatchewan. It can feel daunting. How do they choose a safe place to live? Will he be able to find a doctor? Come with us as we source some answers for Saad.

Part 2: Still unsure about moving to Saskatchewan? We answer more of your questions.

2024-05-2826:37

What is public transportation like? What is the cost of living? We help answer more of Saad Ahmed Hashmi’s questions as he prepares to move his family to the province.

BONUS: If bear spray is being used as a weapon, what do we do about it?

2024-05-2430:11

A police officer, a criminal defence lawyer, and an Indigenous studies professor come onto my radio show to talk about why people carry bear spray and how we make our communities safer.

Why do so many small towns have a Chinese restaurant?

2024-05-2128:48

What happens when a Saskatoon content creator and oncology pharmacist starts to reflect on growing up in the only Chinese restaurant in a town of 400 people? We take her deep inside the stories of the restaurateurs that are an important part of our history.

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