The Evan Bray Show

This year marks the 20th Anniversary of many veterans' redeployment to Afghanistan. Jim Sinclair, retired corporal with the Royal Regina Rifles, is one of the veterans taking part. He joins Brent to discuss Canada's federal monument, which is causing some controversy, and the upcoming Patricia's Howl reunion at Regina Beach to honour those veterans who served in Afghanistan.

Brad Wall, former Saskatchewan Premier, says Saskatchewan has "soft power." While we hold few seats in parliament and do not decide elections, we have something of value; we have what the world needs: Potash. He joins Brent to explain how Saskatchewan stood alone in its trade relationship building and what other provinces or countries could learn from the landlocked region.

After four months, a U.S.-Iran agreement to extend the ceasefire and open the Strait of Hormuz has been signed. The Memorandum of Understanding says that Iran will never have a nuclear weapon and also commits funding for the reconstruction and economic development of the country, although the U.S. is not required to contribute. Kaveh Shahrooz, Senior Fellow at the Macdonald Laurier Institute, joins guest host Brent Loucks to bring us up to speed on the latest.

EG Auctions returns to Prairieland Park this weekend for its second annual collector car auction, bringing the excitement of a Barrett-Jackson-style event to Saskatoon. Todd Schwindt, President and CEO of EG Auctions and a longtime classic car enthusiast, joins Brent to talk about this year's event, the collector car market, and some of the incredible vehicles expected to cross the auction block.

Canadian rock legends The Stampeders are hitting the road once again with their Prairies Tour 2026. Kim Berly, Canadian drummer from the folk rock trio The Stampeders, joins Brent ahead of the groups' shows in Saskatoon and Regina.

Ticket prices and fees are under the microscope right now. Ontario has introduced new rules around ticket pricing and resales, while many consumers continue to push back against high fees from major ticketing platforms. One Saskatoon entrepreneur thinks more competition is part of the solution. He's created a local ticketing platform designed to cut fees, support event organizers, and leave more money in the pockets of both promoters and attendees. Liam Iverson, founder of OnStage, joins Brent.

After a young employee was killed in a tragic work zone accident, Saskatchewan businessman, marathon runner, and now author Reg Willick found an unexpected way to channel his grief. His new book, Not a Runner, tells the story of loss, resilience, and a journey that would eventually take him far beyond anything he could have imagined. He joins the show to tell Brent about his adventures.

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

June is Stroke Month, a time to raise awareness about the signs of a stroke and the importance of getting help quickly. Terry Yuzik, Saskatchewan stroke survivor and part of the Coronary Artery Rehabilitation Group (CARG) of volunteers, joins the show to talk about his recovery after suffering from a stroke and why he continues to advocate and help other survivors.

Book clubs are often associated with community centres, libraries and living rooms, but Stephen Marche, novelist, essayist and author of nine books, including The Next Civil War: Dispatches from the American Future, recently hosted one in an Ontario prison. He joins us to talk about the group of readers, which he says was the most thoughtful and informed book club he's ever attended. He also shares his thoughts on Canada's plan to eliminate all librarian positions across Canada.