This is Saskatchewan

Pop sensation Chappell Roan dropped reference to Saskatchewan in her latest single. It's a big deal for Saskatchewan fans and it has Americans googling "What is a Saskatchewan?"

Our CBC political panelists Murray Mandryk and Jeremy Simes weigh in on Midwestern Legislative Conference in Saskatoon where politicians found some common ground on nuclear energy, and there was a warning to reduce our dependence on the US Market. They also talk about partisan appointments to the boards of crown corporations. 

Session is out for the summer, but Saskatchewan politicians aren’t vacationing. At least, not the entire time. Former Sask. Party MLA Paul Merriman pulls back the curtain on what our elected officials actually do all summer while they are out of the spotlight.

CBC political panelists Murray Mandryk and Jeremy Simes weigh in on the premiers’ meeting in Ontario, noting that Scott Moe seems to have shifted his tone toward the federal government. Also, the province asks the feds for help with wildfire response.

As we roll through summer movie and TV season, we check in with one of Saskatchewan’s most successful exports: Sons of Anarchy star Kim Coates. He explains why being from Saskatoon is his super power.

The market for home sales in Regina and Saskatoon is sizzling hot. Inventory is at its lowest in years. Bidding wars, cash sales, unconditional offers – you name it, realtors are seeing it. Agents Peter Fourlas and Jillian Moore join Sam Maciag to provide a snapshot of the market. 

Several rural municipalities in southwest Saskatchewan have declared states of emergency because of drought. For many producers, it’s been almost a decade of continuous dry conditions, leaving them praying for rain – and begging the government for help.

Every July more than 20,000 people descend on the village of Craven for the Country Thunder music festival. Owner Troy Vollhoffer reveals how he turned the small town event into an international company that brings in millions of dollars every year. In turn, making himself a big name in Nashville.

CBC’s political panelists Murray Mandryk and Jeremy Simes delve into the provincial financial situation and drought concerns. And host Adam Hunter and Jeremy make Murray uncomfortable by saying nice things about the retiring newspaper columnist.

Your connection to the stories Saskatchewan people are talking about - the good, the bad and the quirky. Finding answers to questions you didn't know you had, bringing you into conversations with people you may never meet, and serving a healthy dose of politics. Featuring Sam Maciag, Nichole Huck and Adam Hunter. New episodes every Wednesday and Friday.