Send us a Text Message. Today, we are in the studio with Isaak Dalglish, a power badminton player representing Team GB! 🌟 Isaak shares his incredible journey from discovering badminton at age seven to competing on the international stage. A conversation about his experiences, the challenges he's overcome, and his vision for the future of parasport.…

Coming up on today’s show, 40 year veteran broadcaster Scott Russell joins us. We talk about his lengthy career and get his views on the upcoming Olympic and Paralympic Games.

Heading to a game or practice? This bonus meditation can help you feel prepared for anything! Get ready to breathe in, breathe out, and feel the positivity with Ozzie and our Kiddywink Crew member, Jane!By Kiddywink Crew

Send us a Text Message. Today, Mark sits down with Tommy Gentleman, a record-breaking athlete, motivational speaker, and successful entrepreneur. Tommy shares his journey from world championship victories in sport jiu-jitsu to breaking a Guinness World Record in rugby conversions. He discusses his passion for sport, charity work through the Jamie G…

Coming up on today’s show we are joined once again by Devin Heroux of the CBC. Devin will be stopping by to give us the latest on the Olympics and Paralympics as they creep closer and closer by the day. The panel shares stories about Devin and we preview our final visit from CBC’s Scott Russell next week!…

George, a passionate young runner, finds comfort in the familiar, particularly on his Cross Country team and with his teammate, Michael. However, when a new coach arrives with fresh ideas and strategies, George's world is turned upside down. He prefers running with only one partner and is resistant to anything that disrupts his routine. Through a c…

In this emergency podcast, I react to Labour winning a landslide in the UK General Election. I consider what the new Labour government means for disability sport, specifically at the grassroots sport level. Please get in touch with your thoughts on the episode Thanks for listening to the Disability Sport Info show! Please email disabilitysportinfo@…

Coming up on today’s show, it’s Canada Day and, because of that, we are going to explore some of the great and exciting moments that have taken place in Canadian sports history. We also recap game 7 of the Stanley Cup Final.

Send us a Text Message. We're back!!! Kicking off Season 2 with an exhilarating episode featuring Jeff King, Chesterfield’s dynamic defender. From non-league football to professional debut against West Ham at the Olympic Stadium, Jeff’s story is packed with grit, resilience, and passion. Discover his rise through the ranks, his coaching days at Act…

Can a group of amputee soccer novices entertain a stadium full of hard-core soccer fans? Here's what happened when the Colorado Rapids of Major League Soccer sponsored an amputee soccer exhibition.By Amplitude Magazine

Coming up on today’s show, we talk about a few of the nuts and bolts that have occurred in both para and pro sports. We explore the question of what role the media plays, positively or negatively, when a team wins or loses a championship.

Min is passionate about taekwondo and she dreams of victory. Min's beloved taekwondo teacher, Hana, tries to help Min, but she finds herself consumed by nerves and fears of failure. Despite her dedication to training and her burning desire to emerge victorious, the thought of losing keeps her up at night, disrupting her sleep and sapping her confid…

Coming up on today’s show, we have another Canadian Paralympic Committee Summit interview. Today we speak with cyclist Nathan Clement. The Canadian para-women’s ice hockey program is a part of the all in project and we give you more details about that. We also talk more in-depth about one of our headlines surrounding college basketball.…

Kissa's admiration for Namazzi, the first base player, is unwavering until a twist in the game reveals the importance of every position on the field. When Eva, the shortstop hurts her ankle, Kissa discovers the significance of teamwork and the value of each player's contribution. Inspired by Eva's guidance and encouragement, Kissa embarks on her so…

Coming up on today’s show, we release another one of our Canadian Paralympic Committee Summit interviews. Today we speak with wheelchair rugby player Patrice Dagenais. In the second half of the program the panel explores the question: “How important are tuneup events prior to the Olympics and Paralympics?”…

Mizuki, a girl who relies on her wheelchair for mobility, is uncertain about participating in a sport that requires quick movements and racket skills. A new student named Katsu is also in a wheelchair and Mizuki is assigned to show her around the school. Mizuki is able to help acclimate Katsu and in return, Katsu introduces Mizuki to para-badminton…

Coming up on today’s show, we are thrilled to be joined by the public address announcer for the CFL’s Toronto Argonauts, Adam Gosse. Plus, the panel explores the topic of why it’s so challenging to access parasports events and information.

Beatrice loves cheering for big brother Grant and his Field Hockey team but feels hesitant to join in herself due to a fear of making mistakes. However, Grant teaches her a valuable lesson: that being afraid of making mistakes is the biggest mistake of all. Beatrice witnesses Grant's perseverance as he tries and fails before ultimately succeeding i…

In this episode, the UK's Get Active (2023) strategy for physical activity and sport participation is considered. An expert panel consider the details of the strategy and its implication for disabled people's sport participation and physical activity. Specifically, we consider the UK government's pledge to get 700,000 more disabled people active by…

Coming up on today’s show, we release another Canadian Paralympic Committee Summit interview. Today we hear from Canadian Paralympic swimmer Aurelie Rivard. She recently qualified for the 2024 Paralympic Games. Plus Toronto will have a WNBA franchise but it’s not without some controversy. We will explain later on.…

Coming up on today’s show, we recently got an opportunity to interview Canadian women’s wheelchair basketball star Arinn Young about her team’s recent qualification for the 2024 Paris Paralympic games. Plus we found out some sad news from Canadian media.

Archie, a talented lacrosse player, struggles with arrogance and distraction during practice. Focused more on his ego and indulging in junk food on the sidelines, Archie neglects to pay attention to his teammates, including his friend Oliver. When Archie's lack of focus leads to a missed opportunity to score a goal by not passing to Oliver, he face…

Jason Fiscina, the new head coach of the US Amputee Soccer Team, is very comfortable playing the underdog. That makes him a great fit for a group of adaptive athletes who are used to being underestimated --- and for an American team that's ready to break into the upper tier internationally.By Amplitude Magazine

Coming up on today’s episode, the panel reacts to the end result of the 2024 World Para Ice Hockey Championships that were recently held in Calgary Alberta. Plus, the Toronto Maple Leafs held their season-ending press conference . We react to that as well and talk about what is next. All that and more coming up on the show.…

What makes your heart happy? For us at Kiddywink Crew, it's you! We were able to ask this question to members of the Kiddywink crew, and in this special episode, we get to hear their amazing answers! We hope you enjoy and remain inspired to lead with your three hearts. That is, with your body, mind, and words!…

Coming up on today’s show, the panel discusses the idea of managing expectations in life and how it correlates to sports. This conversation is inspired by an episode of the podcast Sheena Interrupted. Plus, the NHL playoffs are in full swing. We give you an update.

Miguel has a passion for dancing and faces criticism when someone mocks his unique moves. Feeling disheartened, Miguel takes a reflective walk, hoping to shake off the negativity. Along the way, he stumbles upon an open dance class and decides to join in. To his surprise, he discovers that the person who laughed at him earlier is also in the class,…

Coming up on today’s show, we are joined by CBC’s Jack of all trades, and master of all of them, Devin Heroux. We will run the gamut with him through the world of sports. In the second part of the program, We share our thoughts about the passing of legendary broadcaster Bob Cole and Brock will ask the panel this question: “should there be a rule ch…

Sofia faces a challenge when she overhears unkind remarks from another team about her body size. Despite excelling on the beam, Sofia's confidence takes a hit. With encouragement from her coach and inner strength, she bravely confronts her feelings, sharing her experience with her coach and teammates. Sofia learns a valuable lesson about body posit…

Kelvin Jimenez spent many years tending goal for the best soccer clubs in the Boston area. So when he lost his right leg in a boating accident in early 2021, Jimenez lost a big piece of his identity, tooBy larrytq

Coming up on this week’s show, Brock was recently at the 2024 Paralympic Summit where he had the opportunity to interview eight para-athletes from various different sports. Today we unveil one of those interviews. The NHL playoffs are underway. The panel will give you a preview and provide our early reactions to some of the series.I’m joined by Jos…

Siblings Alexia and Liam embark on a vacation to Scotland with their parents. Excited to experience the country's famed golf courses, they encounter a dilemma when Liam forgets to pack Alexia's putter.Initially upset by this oversight, Liam recalls their previous agreement where Alexia was supposed to pack the putter, emphasizing "a deal is a deal.…

Coming up on today’s episode we are joined by writer and former para-athlete Ryan Milford who recently penned an article called Matthew’s goes for 70 for the publication called off balance. In the second half of the program, we will discuss more news that has come out in major league baseball and betting. We also discuss an interesting announcement…

Meet Kaya, the star rugby player of the "Cape Town Cougars," who excels on the field but struggles with leadership skills. Conversely, Annika may not possess Kaya's level of skill, but she shines in her ability to connect with others. As the new rugby season kicks off, the Cougars are determined to win. However, Coach Zulu surprises everyone by nam…

Coming up on today’s show, we are rejoined by founder and Executive Director of Flex for Access Jes Silver to tell us about an upcoming webinar she is hosting in the second half of the program were going to be talking about how to deal with pressure as most para-athletes are in the stretch drive towards Paris 2024…

In this episode, we follow the adventures of three friends - Ramon, Juan, and Carlos - who live in the beautiful Dominican Republic. Ramon is passionate about baseball, while Juan and Carlos prefer spending their time playing at the beach. As the boys struggle to find a way to enjoy both activities, they receive unexpected help from Michael, the fr…

Coming up on today’s show, we are joined by Scott Godfrey, Director/Founder of Lacrossing Barriers. Plus, we explore the idea of advantages, disadvantages and superstitions in sports on the second half of the program.

Best friends Olivia and Emma share a love for playing basketball. Excited to take their skills to the next level, they both try out for the prestigious Salty Seahorses Travel Team. While Emma makes the cut, Olivia unfortunately doesn't. Feeling disappointed and left out, Olivia stumbles upon "Team Ozzie." She's amazed by the kindness and camaraderi…

Coming up on today’s addition of The Neutral Zone we speak with on para’s ambassador Elliott Williamson as he tells us about his role of being the onpara ambassador. Plus, there seems to be some gambling occurring in major league baseball it’s not what you think, we talk about it later on.

Meet Chen and his dad, who are on a quest to find the perfect sport for Chen. Chen's dad is trying to push him into speed sports, but Chen isn't keen on that idea. Fortunately, Uncle Steve steps in and takes Chen to a restaurant that has a ping pong table. Chen discovers his passion for ping pong and realizes it's the sport he wants to pursue. Howe…

Send us a Text Message. In this episode of the Active Journey Podcast, we chat with Will Ryder, Academy Director at Port Vale, exploring his impactful journey in football. From his early days as a promising player to becoming a pivotal figure in coaching and player development, Will shares insights into the essence of nurturing young talent and the…

Coming up on today’s show, we are joined by Jessie Silver, the founder of Flex for Access and a recent sponsor if this program and Ontario Para Network. In the second part of our show we discuss some significant news in the world of curling as it pertains to Briane Harris of Team Einarson. We’ll break it all down for you.…

A heartwarming episode focusing on Angel and her family's trip to visit relatives. The highlight of their gathering is the annual volleyball game, eagerly anticipated by all. Angel is keen to join her Dad's team for the game, but her grandmother has other ideas. Through the support and guidance of her mother and Aunt, Angel learns valuable lessons …

Send us a Text Message. Today, on the Active Journey podcast, Mark is in conversation with Claire O'Connor, the visionary founder and CEO of the globally beloved preschool ballet franchise, babyballet®️. In this inspiring episode, Claire shares the powerful story behind her journey from grappling with personal challenges in the ballet world to pion…

Coming up on today’s show, Brock sits down with the Vice President of the Canadian Council of the Blind, London Chapter, Mark Walker, to talk about all things blind curling. In the remaining half of the show we ask the question “is the NHL trade deadline day still relevant?” and we preview the upcoming curling Women’s World Championships.…

Send us a Text Message. This year, we're lacing up our running shoes for a monumental challenge – the Active Ultra 100! Mark and Hugh are embarking on a 100-mile run in just 24 hours to support Comic Relief. But that's not all – we're inviting 100 schools to join our mission to get 20,000 children taking part in their own Active mile. Sign up your …

Maria discovers the power of positivity through her journey in learning tennis. Initially, she aspires to emulate her sister Adriana's tennis skills but faces discouragement from a harsh instructor who constantly points out her mistakes. Adriana intervenes upon witnessing Maria's struggle and connects her with a new coach named Mimi. Unlike the pre…

Send us a Text Message. In this episode of The Active Journey Podcast, Mark sits down with the experienced and insightful Matty Donnelly, the dedicated first team sports therapist at Bolton Wanderers. Matty shares his inspiring career path, starting from his educational roots to his crucial role in the world of professional football. Matty delves i…

Coming up on today’s show, we are joined by Ontario Para Network’s Executive Director Doug Hannum as we talk about all things OnPara. We also talk about this idea of dedication when it comes to para-athletes and coaches and a little bit about the 2024 Montana’s Brier.

Logan faces a common challenge: feeling disadvantaged because of his smaller size compared to his teammates, particularly his friend Connor, who is much larger. However, as the story unfolds, Logan learns an important lesson: what he initially sees as a weakness can actually be a strength. Despite being smaller, Logan discovers that his speed sets …