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Leisha Grebinski - Radio and podcast host | CBC

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Is driving through Saskatchewan boring?

The Trans-Canada Highway, also known as Highway 1, stretches 7,000 kilometres through all 10 provinces. It is a popular route for driving between major Canadian cities. Some people seem to think theres nothing to see on the stretch through southern Saskatchewan.

Why are the northern lights sometimes pink?

Cindy Sherban and her family asked Good Question, Saskatchewan why they've been seeing hues of pink and purple dancing across the sky alongside the more common greens.

Saskatchewan exports much more than wheat, potash and oil including ambulances

Saskatchewan ships items to more than 160 countries around the world. While we are most known for food, fuel and fertilizer, he said there are plenty of other products putting Saskatchewan on the map.

Moving to Saskatchewan? Got questions?

CBC podcast Good Question, Saskatchewan tackles some of the common questions newcomers have when immigrating to the province.

Why do so many small towns have a Chinese restaurant?

Venessa Liang grew up thinking her familys situation being the only Chinese people in a small Saskatchewan town and running a restaurant was unique. It wasn't until she was older that she realized similar restaurants dotted the Canadian landscape from coast to coast to coast.

How is climate change affecting your garden?

Are garden zones shifting because of climate change? The answer, according to experts, is yes.

Why are some teens carrying bear spray?

A potent spray used to deter bears in the wild is also being used as a weapon at public pools, schools and major events like summer exhibitions.

Why is Prairie mustard seed sent to other countries for processing?

If you're dining in France and your food includes Moutarde de Meaux, it is highly likely the mustard seedcame from Saskatchewan.

You work hard to recycle, but where do items go after you toss them in the blue bin?

One expert compared it to tracking wheat. It would be very hard to know if a specific Saskatchewan farmers grain ends up in your loaf of bread.

The way you pronounce Calgary says a lot about where you're from

Jesse Stewart, an associate professor of linguistics at the University of Saskatchewan, said we need to look at the origins of the name to unpack the varying pronunciations.