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Saskatchewan's small businesses are facing rising costs, weak demand, and a tax system that discourages investment. Tamara Cherry talks with Brianna Solberg, CFIB's Director of Legislative Affairs for the Prairies and Northern Canada, about these urgent challenges.

On Wednesday, Alberta MP Matt Jeneroux crossed the floor from the Conservatives to join Prime Minister Mark Carney's Liberal caucus, despite representing a riding in Edmonton that has never elected a Liberal MP. Should politicians who cross the floor be required to face a by-election and be accountable to their constituents? This actually happened in Saskatchewan in 1998, when Buckley Belanger crossed from the Liberals to the NDP, and the NDP required him to resign and win a by-election. To discuss how that unfolded and whether such a policy should be legislated, guest host Tamara Cherry is joined by Dwain Lingenfelter, former leader of the Saskatchewan NDP.

Inspired by Taiwan: Why Supporting Taiwan Matters for Global Democracy argues that Taiwan—a vibrant democracy, global tech leader, and defender of civil liberties—stands on the front lines of the fight for democratic values amid growing pressure from China. Author George Takach joins guest host Tamara Cherry to explain why supporting Taiwan is not just strategic, but a moral imperative for democracies worldwide.

Alberta MP Matt Jeneroux has crossed the floor from the Conservatives to join Prime Minister Mark Carney's Liberal caucus, becoming the third Conservative lawmaker in recent months to defect and inching the Liberals closer to a majority in the House of Commons. His move comes just months after announcing plans to resign, and highlights growing tensions within the Conservative Party. To talk about the drama in Ottawa guest host Tamara Cherry is joined by Vassy Kapelos, chief parliamentary correspondent and host of Power Play and Question Period for CTV, and host of The Vassy Kapelos Show.

What's happening in the world of technology this week? Guest host Tamara Cherry is joined by Carmi Levy, technology analyst and journalist, to talk about the top tech news in your feed.

Mark Wiseman has arrived in Washington as Canada's new ambassador to the U.S., stepping into a high-stakes environment where trade tensions, tariffs, and unpredictable leadership from President Trump create major challenges. To talk about what challenges might await him, guest host Tamara Cherry chats with Adrian Morrow, U.S. correspondent for Globe & Mail.

In early December, Inclusion Saskatchewan sounded the alarm, estimating that more than a thousand students with disabilities across the province were not allowed to attend school full-time during the 2024–25 year. In response, the Saskatchewan NDP is calling on the Provincial Ombudsman to investigate the Saskatchewan Ministry of Education and its policies. To understand what this looks like on the ground—and what it's doing to families and classrooms—guest host Tamara Cherry is joined by Ron Biberdorf, former principal of Martensville Elementary School, and Tammy Dunn, director of the Saskatchewan Down Syndrome Society.

Sharing your story, whether that’s on social media or through the news can be pretty daunting. But putting a spotlight on your community is essential to drawing attention to the causes you care about. So in this episode, Khadijah speaks to journalist Tamara Cherry about how trauma informed reporting can give survivors and advocates the opportunity to tell their stories in an ethical way. US resources for Violence and Sexual Assault: https://rainn.org/ International resources for Violence and Sexual Assault: https://nomoredirectory.org/ US Suicide & Crisis Helpline: https://988lifeline.org/ International Suicide & Crisis Helplines: https://blog.opencounseling.com/suicide-hotlines/ The Girlfriends: Untouchable is produced by Novel for iHeart Podcasts. For more from Novel, visit https://novel.audio/. You can listen to new episodes of The Girlfriends: Untouchable completely ad-free and 1 week early with an iHeart True Crime+ subscription, available exclusively on Apple Podcasts. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

With the news that Stellantis Jeep Compass production is now moving out of Ontario to Illinois, where does this leave Canada? Are we at an economic disadvantage and potentially staring down the barrel of losing more business? Jason Childs, University of Regina professor of economics, joins Tamara Cherry to discuss what this could mean for our economy and jobs.

What time is it? It's Eatin' Time! with Belton Johnson - powered by the Saskatchewan Cattle Association! Grillmaster Belton Johnson joins Tamara Cherry with his recipe for REVERSE SEARING TOMAHAWK STEAK.

Safety often relies on more than just local police; it can take an effort of the entire community. That's where Doug Fehr, chairman of Battlefords Citizens on Patrol and the Saskatchewan Citizens on Patrol Association, steps in. He joins Tamara Cherry ahead of the 1st annual AGM training seminar and conference in Saskatoon and what people can expect to learn.

Saskatchewan continues to lead the country with high rates of intimate partner violence, but the government is hoping to address these rates through a series of targeted investments. Minister Alana Ross, Saskatchewan Minister Responsible for the Status of Women, joins Tamara Cherry to talk about the province's investments and what they mean for communities across the province.

Yesterday, Prime Minister Mark Carney announced a new plan to combat crime and strengthen public safety in Canada. The announcement includes changes to reform the bail system and provide funding to hire more RCMP officers. Brian Sauvé, president of the National Police Federation (NPF), joins Tamara Cherry to discuss what these changes mean for police officers on the frontlines.

What's happening in the world of technology this week? Guest host Tamara Cherry is joined by Carmi Levy, technology analyst and journalist, to talk about the top tech news in your feed.

Having just finished a run of shows at the Canada Pavilion in Osaska, Japan, Saskatchewan pianist and singer-songwriter, Jeffery Straker, joins guest host Tamara Cherry to talk about representing Saskatchewan overseas and his upcoming Christmas show!

Every second counts when someone goes into cardiac arrest, and knowing how to respond can mean the difference between life and death. Carolyn Cyr, director of health policy & systems for Heart & Stroke Saskatchewan, joins Tamara Cherry to talk about World Restart a Heart Day and what the organization is doing to promote education around cardiac arrest.

Actions by Canadians to limit the selling and purchasing of American booze seem to be squeezing U.S. exporters, despite claims back in March that Canada's small market wouldn't make much of an impact. Tamara Cherry speaks with Shawn Moen, CEO of 9Mile Legacy Brewing Co. and 1st Vice Chair of Saskatchewan Chamber of Commerce, to hear a brewer's business perspective on Canada's impact on the American market.

It's been over a month since conservative commentator Charlie Kirk was assassinated. His death started conversations about the growing threat of political violence on both sides of the spectrum in the United States. Robert Pape, Professor of Political Science at the University of Chicago and Director of the Chicago Project on Security and Threats, joins Tamara Cherry to discuss where Kirk's assassination falls into America's history of political violence and where the country is headed.

The production of Jeep Compasses is moving from Ontario to Chicago, Illinois. This latest loss in business for Canada in the ongoing tariff war makes some worried that other businesses will follow suit in leaving its business with Canada behind. Guest host Tamara Cherry discusses the latest tariff developments with Robert Fife, Canadian author and Ottawa Bureau Chief for The Globe and Mail.

Many questions remain about how the newly added supports to classroom complexity and cellphone bans will work in practice. Tamara Cherry welcomes Samantha Becotte, president of the Saskatchewan Teachers Federation, to talk about these new changes and what she's watching as teachers in Alberta remain on strike.

Two iconic voices of the '90s are joining forces for a rare co-headlining tour across Western Canada. Paula Cole, American singer-songwriter and producer, joins Tamara Cherry to talk about the upcoming tour with Sophie B. Hawkins, her latest album, Lo, and what continues to inspire her creatively.

U.S. President Donald Trump is proclaiming "peace in the Middle East," thanks to a U.S.-brokered deal between Israel and Hamas that has led to a major hostage and prisoner exchange on Monday. Many hope this could mean the end of two years of war in Gaza. Guest host Tamara Cherry welcomes Sean Foley, professor of history at Middle Tennessee State University, to discuss the latest news out of this conflict.

The season of Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD) is upon us now that summer has passed. With the hot weather behind us, some might be starting to feel a bit more blue as the seasons shift. Lee Bourgeault, clinical team with the Online Therapy Unit, speaks with Tamara Cherry to discuss the effects and reach of SAD, and how we can better be prepared to handle it.

A string of stolen vehicles in Regina is being linked to up to nine suspects -- ranging from nine years old to 13 years old. Why are children stealing and recklessly driving vehicles in the city? Tamara Cherry speaks with Regina Police Service Acting Chief Lorilee Davies.

Saskatchewan residents now have more options when it comes to seeking legal help. Non-lawyers will now be able to offer certain legal services in the province. The initiative is a first of its kind in Canada. Tamara Cherry is joined by Michelle Linklater, family law and mediation service provider and limited scope legal services licensee applicant, to discuss what the program is and how it is helping expand legal access.

After two years of war, Israel and Hamas have agreed to the first phase of a peace deal. Naomi Parness, founder of The Narrative Agency, who has worked closely with survivors of the October 7th attack, joins Tamara Cherry to discuss how the Jewish community is reacting to the deal.

Tamara Cherry welcomes 2025 Miss Rodeo Agribition, Miss Rodeo Canada 2026 and rodeo competitor, Abbey Hart, to talk about her reign this year at the event this year and what made her want to be Miss Rodeo.

Guest host Tamara Cherry dives into the biggest news of the week with Matt Gurney, journalist and co-founder of The Line, discussing the latest news out of Ottawa, Washington D.C. and anything else affecting people in Saskatchewan.

Your mail should be arriving more steadily again now that Canada Post workers are operating on a rotating strike. But the ongoing strike could have lasting impacts on charities that rely heavily on mailed donations during the holiday season. Nicole Danesi, spokesperson for CanadaHelps, joins Tamara Cherry to explain what charities are dealing with during the strike.

Trauma, healing and personal growth are all things many of us have dealt with, and while painful, these experiences can lead to powerful transformations. Regina author, Ava Miller, explores this journey in her book, Failure to Favoured, drawing from her own divorce. She joins Tamara Cherry to discuss how loss can become an opportunity for growth.

Guest host Tamara Cherry catches up with Saskatoon's Chief of Police, Cam McBride, to talk local crime statistics, how the city is doing in 2025 and what information people in Saskatchewan should be aware of.

Philips Canada recently released a report on the state of health care in Canada. The managing head of Philips Canada, Darran Fischer, joins guest host Tamara Cherry to discuss the latest report, and the state of healthcare in Saskatchewan.

Communities across Saskatchewan and Canada are coming together to raise awareness about something that impacts one in three women. Sandi Lougheed, Chair of the Saskatchewan Royal Purple Charity Partnership Committee, joins Tamara Cherry to talk about Purple Thursday x7, which is a week full of events dedicated to raising awareness about brain injurieis that result from intimate partner violence.

A new way that human bodies can defend themselves against sepsis has been identified, right here in Saskatchewan! Tamara Cherry welcomes Dr. Scott Widenmaier, associate professor in the department of anatomy, physiology and pharmacology at the University of Saskatchewan's College of Medicine, to the show to discuss how this life-threatening infection can be thwarted thanks to work done in the province.

A group of karaoke lovers are taking their passion to the next level. Brianna Stirton is a singer representing Team Saskatchewan at the 2025 Karaoke World Championships Canadian Nationals. She joins Tamara Cherry to explain how Team Sask is ready to dominate the stage and hopefully advance to the international competition.

A new AI-powered texting bot developed by engineers in Edmonton could revolutionize the way trauma survivors are supported across Canada, and help former inmates get on the right track. Shay Sharma with Duologue Systems and Andrea Monteiro from Ethical Correctional Consulting join guest host Tamara Cherry to discuss the ‘Hapi' bot.

It's been a week since Canada was hit by a 35 per cent tariff on Canadian goods not protected by CUMSA. Earlier this week, we spoke to the premier on the issue. Now, Carla Beck, leader of the Saskatchewan NDP, joins guest host Tamara Cherry on the show to discuss Canadian and Saskatchewan trade and how the province should protect impacted sectors and its workers.

As families continue to feel the pinch at the grocery store, the Saskatchewan Trucking Association says part of the problem is coming from the province itself. George Henderson, Saskatchewan Trucking Association director of operations and member services, and the STA are calling on the government to remove an "unfair" fuel tax. He joins Tamara Cherry to chat about what the STA wants and why the change is urgently needed.

Doctors in British Columbia are now prescribing time outdoors as medicine. While science can't explain why it works, there are many health benefits to being out in nature. Raymond Chipeniuk, adjunct professor for the School of Planning and Sustainability at University of Northern British Columbia and Ph.D. in Regional Planning and Resource Development, joins Tamara Cherry to explain the importance of getting outdoors and how urban planning could improve green spaces for people living in major centres.

While there isn't a cure for Alzheimer's disease and dementia, research out of the U.S. tells us there are several ways to reduce or slow the progression. Jessica Langbaum, senior director of research strategy at Banner Alzheimer's Institution in Phoenix, joins Tamara Cherry to discuss the study's findings and how we can take this knowledge and apply it to our daily lives.

What's happening in the world of technology this week? Guest host Tamara Cherry is joined by Carmi Levy, technology analyst and journalist, to talk about the top tech news in your feed.

Recently, U.S. President Donald Trump sent out a letter to over a dozen major pharmaceutical companies demanding they lower the cost of drugs in the United States and raise prices in other countries, including Canada. Michael Fougere, CEO for the Pharmacy Association of Saskatchewan, joins Tamara Cherry to discuss what this could mean for Canadians if the companies follow through with Trump's demands.

It's been just under a week since U.S. President Donald Trump hit Canada with a baseline 35 per cent tariff. The premiers met with Prime Minister Mark Carney and his cabinet yesterday to discuss the country's next steps. Chris Lane, President and CEO of Economic Development Regina, incoming Saskatchewan Trade & Export Partnership (STEP) President and CEO, joins Tamara Cherry to explain what this means for Regina and the province.

A Saskatchewan agriculture researcher is stepping into a new role to advance crop breeding even further. Dr. Valentyna Klymiuk, Saskatchewan Wheat Development Commission Applied Genomics and Pre-breeding Chair at the University of Saskatchewan, joins Tamara Cherry to chat about her latest research projects and how she hopes to bridge science and tech with agriculture.

It's a name that needs no introduction: Canadian singer, Bif Naked, stopped in Saskatchewan for a few shows in our major cities. She joins Tamara Cherry to chat about her latest album and what's next for the iconic punk rocker.

A new survey says that a majority of Canadians are losing confidence in their local emergency response, and most don't even know their evacuation routes during a weather emergency. Jim Mandeville, disaster specialist, SVP Large Loss North America at First Onsite Property Restoration, thinks Canadians can learn something from recent weather tragadies in the United States. He joins Tamara Cherry to explain how to protect yourself and your loved ones in case of an emergency.

After more than 14 years in the making, a documentary about a beloved Saskatchewan doctor and community leader is finally out! Murray Kerr, producer of Mainprize and Jack Hilkewich, producer and director of Mainprize join Tamara Cherry to share Dr. Mainprize's story and the journey of making this important documentary.

Saskatchewan has some of the world's lowest carbon intensity when it comes to producing crops like barley and oats. That's according to research out of the University of Saskatchewan. Dr. Steven R. Webb, Global Institute for Food Security (GIFS) CEO, joins Tamara Cherry to explain how farmers right here at home are leading the way and why this research is important.

In this 1506th episode of Toronto Mike'd, Mike chats with former Toronto Star, Toronto Sun and CTV Toronto news reporter Tamara Cherry about her career in news media, why she left Toronto, and The Trauma Beat. Toronto Mike'd is proudly brought to you by Great Lakes Brewery, Palma Pasta, Ridley Funeral Home, The Advantaged Investor podcast from Raymond James Canada, The Yes, We Are Open podcast from Moneris, The Toronto Maple Leafs Baseball Team and RecycleMyElectronics.ca. If you would like to support the show, we do have partner opportunities available. Please email Toronto Mike at mike@torontomike.com

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