Washington update: Leadership and the midterms

Disability supports under the microscope

Last week, the government announced changes to the Saskatchewan Assured Income for Disability, or SAID, program, saying it will simplify and modernize the system. But advocates like Christina Martens-Funk, Chief Executive Officer of Inclusion Saskatchewan, still have questions and concerns. Christina joins Tamara to explain what those concerns are and what she'd like to see from the government moving forward.

Washington update: Leadership and the midterms

U.S. politics is facing a moment of transition following the sudden death of Senator Lindsey Graham and ongoing questions about Mitch McConnell's health. Guest host Tamara Cherry will get the latest from Washington and discuss what these developments could mean for Republican leadership and the upcoming midterms. Reggie Cecchini, Washington correspondent and producer for Global News, joins guest host Tamara Cherry for this conversation.

The concussion crisis in sports expanded

For years, researchers have been studying the long-term effects of repeated head impacts on athletes, particularly those who play contact sports. Dr. Daniel Daneshvar, Chair of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation at Mass General Brigham, joins Tamara to discuss his research and how it sparks important questions for anyone involved in sports like football, hockey, rugby and lacrosse here in Canada.

Growing the future of soil science in Saskatchewan

Most of us walk across soil every day without giving it a second thought, but beneath our feet is one of the most complex ecosystems on Earth. Bernice Richard, a biochemist, Cornell University Advanced Soil Health specialist, GHG auditor, published children's book author, and recipient of the Queen Elizabeth II Platinum Jubilee Medal, joins Tamara to talk about launching The Soil Academy and why she believes Saskatchewan is the perfect place to inspire the next generation of soil scientists.

Minimum wage vs. livable wage

Saskatchewan's minimum wage is set to increase again this October, giving thousands of workers a boost in pay, from $15.35 to $15.70. But with the rising cost of living, many argue this isn't a liveable wage. Andrew Stevens, University of Regina Associate Professor, Industrial Relations & Human Resource Management, joins the show to share what a liveable wage is and what impact these increases have on the workforce and the economy.