Gas prices in Saskatchewan spiked this week, with some stations in Regina and Saskatoon jumping as much as 15 cents/L, with regular gas coming in at $1.79/L. Gas price analyst Dan McTeague joins Gormley to tell us what's behind the jump, and his outlook for the weeks ahead.

If you were looking up on Saturday night, you might have spotted the Starlink satellites, which appeared as a bright line of lights slowly moving across the sky. But while it might be a thrill for those watching from their backyards, astronomers have more serious concerns about Elon Musk's Internet-providing satellite constellation, including light pollution and space junk. Dr. Samantha Lawler joins John to tell us why the Starlink project is a bit of a double-edged sword.

It’s time for Saskatchewan’s Smartest Radio Listener! It's your chance for fame, acclaim and to prove just how smart you are. Not only do you get bragging rights, you’ll win your exclusive Smartest Radio Listener t-shirt thanks to Little Town Apparel available ONLY to Saskatchewan Smartest Radio Listener winners, PLUS a $50 gift certificate to Crossmount.

On the first Wednesday of every month, we turn our attention to the oil and energy sector in Saskatchewan. John is joined by Brian Zinchuk, editor/owner of Pipeline Online, to discuss the latest news and trends. This month we're talking about the NDP proposal to increase Saskatchewan's resource surcharge on oil and potash, the industry's ongoing labour shortage issues, how some energy companies are providing jobs to Ukrainian truckers, and the upcoming trade shows for the industry. Do you have a question for Brian? Call or text 1-877-332-8255!

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Saskatchewan's minimum wage is set to rise to $13/hour this fall, with the change taking effect Oct. 1. More increases are planned, which will bring our province's minimum wage up to $15/hour by 2024. But with huge jumps in inflation and the cost of living, and labour in high demand, is $13/hour really enough for our lowest-paid workers? Whenever public opinion is divided, we put the question to YOU in one of John's patented Reality Checks. Call 1-877-332-8255 and add your voice to our snap poll: Is a $13 minimum wage too low?

Our friend Quick Dick McDick is putting his beard on the line. He has a big decision to make; to save it or to shave it. So, he's asking people to weigh in on the decision all while he's raising money for the Cancer Foundation of Saskatchewan and the 25th Annual Brayden Ottenbreit Close Cuts For Cancer.  Quick Dick joins Gormley to tell us more about his fundraiser.

Author Naomi Hansen is taking her readers on a culinary tour of Saskatchewan's best eateries, and teaching you how to make the recipes at home! Her new book 'Only in Saskatchewan: Recipes and Stories from the Province’s Best-Loved Eateries," is released today, and she joins Gormley to tell us about some of the highlights, and why the book is encouraging readers to eat and source their ingredients locally. What do you think is the best meal served in Saskatchewan? Call 1-877-332-8255 and let us know!

On May 9, Heather Ryan starts her new job as CEO of Federated Co-operatives Ltd. Ryan, who is from Melfort, Saskatchewan, will be the first female CEO in the company's history. She joins John now to tell us about her new gig and what goals and projections she has for the company.

A new survey from Scouts Canada shows that Canadians struggle with camping competence, with many not knowing how long it takes to set up a tent, or even what to do when encountering a bear. Have you ever learned a hard lesson while camping? Call or text 1-877-332-8255 and share your camping mistakes, so others don't have to repeat the experience!

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