Show Segments

8:30 – Saskatchewan’s 22nd Lieutenant-Governor W. Thomas Molloy passed away last week while in office, following a battle against pancreatic cancer. Flags around the province were lowered to half-mast, and a state memorial service has been scheduled for July 13. But Molloy’s passing leaves the government in a tricky spot, as the Lt.-Gov. position is needed to convene the Legislative Assembly, sign orders in council, give royal assent to legislation, and more. A fill-in can act for the Lt.-Gov. while he is living, but if the officer dies then the role remains vacant until a full-time replacement is selected, a process which can take months. To discuss the issue, John is joined by Gordon Barnhart who served as the 20th Lieutenant-Governor of Saskatchewan and is an expert on Saskatchewan politics and history.

LIVE: Gordon Barnhart, 20th Lt.-Gov. of Saskatchewan (2006-2012).

9:00 – The Hour of the Big Stories… Open Session

10:00 – Provincial and territorial leaders are gathering in Saskatoon today for the start of their annual summer meeting. Premier Scott Moe has said internal trade and mental health are among the big issues he wants to discuss, but there’s a lot happening including Monday’s announcement that both Quebec and PEI were applying for intervener status in Saskatchewan’s Supreme Court fight against the federal carbon tax. Toronto Sun Columnist Brian Lilley is in Saskatoon today to report on the Council of the Federation, and he joins John in studio.

LIVE: Brian Lilley, Toronto Sun columnist.

11:00 – Are maggots the future of protein for humans? Nearly two billion people already include insects in their diets, and studies show that larvae from black soldier flies have many advantages over current agriculture. For example, the fly larvae can produce the same amount of protein as cattle using 1/3000th the space. In addition, they dispose of tons of waste at a time, feeding on almost anything. While they don’t feed many humans yet, they’re being worked into some agricultural feeds and many are expecting the industry to take off even further as humans embrace alternative protein sources. Lauren Taranow is president of Texas-based Symton BFS, where black soldier flies are raised by the millions (she says the larvae taste “like Fritos”). She joins John now to discuss the growing industry. Would you ever incorporate insects into your diet? Give us a call at 1-877-332-8255.

LIVE: Lauren Taranow, President of Texas-based SymtonBSF.

12:00 – A new project in B.C. is hoping to change the way we care for those suffering dementia. The Village Langley is a seven-acre complex incorporating an entire village including painted cottages, a barn, and a community centre featuring a grocery store, bistro, salon, and more. They’re hoping to move away from the traditional institutional care model and towards a more personal approach with an emphasis on social engagement. They’re currently finalizing inspections and permits and aiming to open in August. Executive Director Adrienne Alford-Burt joins John now to discuss the project and how we care for the elderly.

LIVE: Adrienne Alford-Burt, executive director of The Village Langley.