Best Steve Barker Podcasts (2024)

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BEST OF THE BOB MCCOWN POD: ALLAN DAVIS on bringing the first all sports radio station to Canada. 52:18

16m ago52:18

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It was 30 years ago today that Canadians were introduced to "The FAN". Canada's first all sports radio station, The FAN was responsible for kickstarting the careers of some of the countries most well known broadcasters, including our very own Bob McCown. The brains behind the operation, Allan Davis, joins us today to talk to Bob and John and to loo…

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Ep.160: Andrew Mason on Rasa Shastra - Vedic Alchemy and Ayurveda 1:20:05

1h ago1:20:05

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In this episode of the Plant Cunning Podcast, we are honored to have Andrew Mason, a Vedic alchemist and practitioner of Ayurveda and astrology. Andrew discusses his newly published book 'Rasa Shastra,' which serves as a comprehensive textbook on Indian alchemy. The conversation dives into the intricacies of Rasa Shastra, the purification of minera…

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Writeopolis S1 E8 - Stark Holborn 1:42:09

4h ago1:42:09

1:42:09

In what could possibly be the longest delay in releasing an episode ever, we found a lost recording! All the way back from season 1 we have the wonderful Stark Holborn discussing: - where cowboys/westerns belong in the bookstore. - Scott takes us on a deep dive on how to organise Dr Who books. - There is cautionary tale of plotter vs pantser, where…

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BEST OF THE BOB MCCOWN POD: From an NHL Grinder To A Multimedia Super Star W/ PAUL BISSONNETTE 53:18

37m ago53:18

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It's the one and only Paul Bissonnette today... ever heard of him?? Chances are you have and if it wasn't from his days as a fan favourite in Arizona then it's probably from his twitter account... Or his World renowned podcast "Spittin' Chiclets"...or his work on the panel at NHL on TNT.... OR one of his wildly popular alcohol brands... the point i…

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BEST OF THE BOB MCCOWN POD - The Business Behind The Worlds Largest Sports Organizations W/ Dave Hopkinson 51:11

1h ago51:11

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Executive Vice President of MSG Sports & President of Team Business Operations, Dave Hopkinson, joins the podcast to talk with Bob and John. From working with The Toronto Raptors and MLSE for over two decades to serving as Global Head of Partnerships for Real Madrid Club de Futbol to now leading the commercial strategy for Madison Square Garden Spo…

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Hockey Talk With Doug Armstrong: Reacting To The Tragic Loss Of Johnny Gaudreau & An Update On The St. Louis Blues. 40:30

1h ago40:30

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Doug Armstrong certainly made some waves after sending offer sheets to not one, but two Edmonton Oiler RFA’s - now, with the dust settled and the NHL season right around the corner, Doug talks to Bob and John about those “controversial” sheets and his team, but not before addressing some tragic news that has left the hockey world shaken. In a post …

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NBA Roundtable: Smith & Jones on the Toronto Raptors. 45:14

3h ago45:14

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As NBA training camp approaches, the Toronto Raptors are looking to bounce back from last season, but opinions are divided on how well they’ll perform. With few roster changes, the team is banking on player development under Masai Ujiri and Bobby Webster. Doug Smith and Paul Jones join the show to share their thoughts on the Raptors’ strategy, disc…

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Jim Barker on Nathan Rourke, the B.C. Lions' Struggles, and Chad Kelly’s Argos 43:08

3h ago43:08

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It’s all about Canadian Football as Bob and John welcome Jim Barker to the show to dive into the CFL's biggest storylines. They start with the B.C. Lions, who are spiraling down the standings, and discuss the challenges posed by Nathan Rourke’s underwhelming return and the impending comeback of Vernon Adams Jr. After addressing the Lions' dilemma, …

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The Bright Side of Blue Jays Baseball with Paul Beeston. 42:26

16m ago42:26

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It’s been a tough year for the Toronto Blue Jays, falling short of high expectations. While most guests have shared their concerns, former Jays President Paul Beeston isn’t ready to hit the panic button. Joining Bob and John, Paul discusses the latest drama surrounding Joey Votto's retirement and dives into a broader conversation about the team. Wi…

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Writeopolis S2 E8 Finale 1:33:42

2h ago1:33:42

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In a guest-free season finale, RJ, Scott and Kit get into Muppet Christmas Carol, the vague nature of time itself, Wheel Of Time controversy, RJ's Doctor Who related child cruelty, a world exclusive regarding Sniper Elite 5, and oh so much more. Enjoy.By RJ Barker, Scott K Andrews, Kit Power

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The Good, The Bad & The Ugly With Richard Deitsch - Finding The Positives From An Abysmal Blue Jays Season & The Argos’ Playoff Push 41:20

38m ago41:20

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We are staying close to home today as Bob, John, and Richard focus on Toronto’s two active professional sports teams this time of the year: the Blue Jays and the Argonauts. It’s been a tough year for baseball fans, but are there any positives that can be taken from the Blue Jays' season? The three try their best to do exactly that, discussing the f…

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The Toronto Maple Leafs, Their Offseason and NHL Talk with Mike Zeisberger. 44:35

17m ago44:35

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Not much has happened this offseason for the Toronto Maple Leafs - yes they got a new coach, named a new captain, re-signed a few players and made some minor additions - But many thought a big trade was coming… a trade that did not happen. Now, with roughly a month to go before the start of the NHL’s training camp, major changes do not seem likely.…

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The Mishandling Of Joey Votto’s Retirement With Steve Simmons & Brad May On His Transition To Reality TV 41:31

6d ago41:31

41:31

Have the Toronto Blue Jays gotten anything right this year? As we near the end of a disappointing season, on a night that should have been a bright spot in an otherwise dark year, the Jays have once again dropped the ball. Joey Votto, one of the best baseball players this country has ever produced, has decided to call it a career. With the Cincinna…

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Limping Through The Final Month Of The Toronto Blue Jays Season With Dave Hodge. 48:05

6d ago48:05

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There are plenty of things to talk about when it comes to the Toronto Blue Jays, none of which involve the playoffs. Dave Hodge joins Bob and the returning John Shannon today as the three discuss the rather awkward case that is the Toronto Blue Jays. Do you trade Bo Bichette this offseason? How much are you willing to pay Vladimir Guerrero Jr.? Is …

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Writeopolis S2 E7 - The Tiny Bookcase 2:05:23

1h ago2:05:23

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This time out, RJ, Scott and Kit are joined by the brilliant Tiny Bookcase chaps. In an even-more-freewheeling-than-normal conversation, we touch upon: RJ making some shocking admissions RE Pratchett Ben being correct about Kong Transitioning from Flash fiction to novel writing People who are too talented and won’t pick a lane And much, much, much …

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An Early Toronto Raptors Season Preview With Jack Armstrong 39:18

9h ago39:18

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The Toronto Raptors are betting on themselves heading into the 2024/25 NBA season. With virtually no significant upgrades to their roster, it will be up to Immanuel Quickley, Scottie Barnes, RJ Barrett & co. to improve on their performance from last year, and at least one member of the podcast doesn’t think it can happen. Jack Armstrong joins Bob a…

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Baseball Talk With Bill Shaikin: Shohei Ohtani, The LA Dodgers & Their Plans For The Japanese Superstar. 37:02

14m ago37:02

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Is it too early to bring Shohei Ohtani into the conversation of the greatest baseball players of all time? The LA Times’ own Bill Shaikin doesn’t think so. On track to win his third MVP award in four years, Shohei Ohtani is putting up another historic season—doing half of what he usually does. Bob, Richard, and Bill talk about the greatness that is…

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Writeopolis S2 E6 - Steve Shaw 2:05:55

3h ago2:05:55

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This time out, RJ and Kit (but sadly not Scott) are joined by indie publishing legend Steve Shaw of Black Shuck Books. In a conversation that rambles even by our high (low?) standards, topics touched upon include: Kit almost getting the episode number right Steve nearly forgetting the name of the book he published that won a BFS award The inherent …

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The Buffalo Bills & More With Joe Buscaglia. 39:26

21m ago39:26

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We’re starting to get a picture of what NFL teams will look like as we approach the start of the 2024 regular season. Joe Buscaglia, writer for The Athletic covering the Buffalo Bills, joins Bob and Richard Deitsch today to assess the Bills’ offseason and set expectations for the team’s success this year while fitting in some more general NFL talk …

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Baseball Talk W/ Adnan Virk: Are There Any “Great” Teams In Major League Baseball Year? 41:51

1h ago41:51

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With it looking like no team will hit 100 wins in Major League Baseball this year, that begs the question: Where have all the great teams gone? Adnan Virk joins Bob and Richard Deitsch to talk about it today as the three try to figure out why the competition in baseball looks to be as tight as ever.

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Auston Matthews Is The Captain Of The Toronto Maple Leafs & The St. Louis Blues Have Their Eyes On Two Oilers RFA’s With Mike Futa. 38:18

22m ago38:18

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Mike Futa, a man who knows a thing or two about the intricacies of Offer sheets AND captaincy changes joins the show today to talk about exactly that. With Auston Matthews replacing John Tavares as the Captain Of The Toronto Maple Leafs, we talk to Mike about his experience dealing with a very similar matter in LA with Dustin Brown and Anze Kopitar…

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Kenny Albert on MLB’s Playoff Race & NFL Season Preview 41:43

1h ago41:43

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With the Toronto Blue Jays struggling to bring any positive news, Bob and John welcome Sports Broadcasting Extraordinaire, Kenny Albert, to discuss some of the tightest playoff races in MLB. But Kenny’s expertise isn’t limited to baseball. In the latter half of the show, the conversation shifts to football, covering key topics like Aaron Rodgers’ r…

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Richard Deitsch On The Toronto Blue Jays & His Final Thoughts On the 2024 Summer Olympic Games In Paris. 46:30

17h ago46:30

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Bob and John start the week with Richard Deitsch as the three focus on the Toronto Blue Jays and the team’s grocery list of problems before ending the show with an Olympic wrap-up now that the Games are officially over.

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Reacting To Canada Basketball's Quarter-Final Loss To France At The Olympic Games W/ Paul Jones 38:32

11d ago38:32

38:32

Paul Jones checks back into the show a little earlier than expected, as he, Bob, and John react to the disappointing loss to France in men’s Olympic basketball action. With expectations of at least competing for a medal, what does this loss mean for Canada Basketball and its future? Bob, John, and Paul try to answer that question and more on today’…

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Olympic Success, Strife & Scandal With Mary Ormsby. 39:41

15d ago39:41

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Mary Ormsby, sports journalist and frequent guest on Prime Time Sports, is on the show, and there are plenty of things to talk about. With the 2024 Summer Olympic Games wrapping up in a few days, many storylines have arisen, some of them not too good for Canada. From the disappointment on the basketball court to the drama surrounding our women’s so…

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A Conversation with Mike Keenan: Coaching Around the World, Health Battles, and NHL Stories 43:01

6d ago43:01

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Last time Bob and John spoke with Mike, the Stanley Cup-winning coach was getting ready to take over the Italian Men’s Hockey Program, but sometimes life gets in the way. With open-heart surgery and other health issues in his rearview mirror, Mike Keenan is ready to get back into the thick of things. He joins Bob and John today as the three talk ab…

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Richard Griffin On The Horrible Toronto Blue Jays & George Ofman On The Even Worse Chicago White Sox 41:31

7d ago41:31

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The Toronto Blue Jays have not lived up to expectations. The “movie” promised to fans by their players has been a dud, and the patience upper management has benefited from is running out. With a farm system full of question marks and a front office with years of experience but not much to show for it, the Toronto Blue Jays are in a hole that might …

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Week Two Of The 2024 Summer Olympic Games With Richard Deitsch 43:53

8d ago43:53

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It is just over a week into the 2024 Summer Olympic Games in Paris, France, with just under a week to go as we bring Richard Deitsch to recap much of what has happened and more of what is to come. With Richard covering the Games for the United States through the eyes of NBC & Peacock, Bob and John start the conversation by comparing Canada’s Olympi…

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The Canadian Men’s Team & An Olympic Basketball Update W/ Paul Jones. 40:25

1M ago40:25

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With boots on the ground in France, Paul Jones joins the show after Canada’s win over Spain, and the gentlemen end the week with an Olympic basketball update. Paul shares his thoughts after 3 games and 3 wins from the Canadians as the three look at what is to come and debate where they think the team could finish now that they have entered the knoc…

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Post Trade Deadline Discussion On The Toronto Blue Jays W/ Gregor Chisholm 50:46

12d ago50:46

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There are many things the Toronto Blue Jays need, so where do they start? Gregor Chisholm joins Bob and Jay for some Jays talk. The three set expectations for the rest of the year and assess all of the moves made by Toronto at MLB’s trade deadline a few days ago. It is becoming more and more clear: the Toronto Blue Jays are entering a rebuild.…

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The Nashville Predators & Their Busy Offseason W/ GM Barry Trotz. 49:16

13d ago49:16

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One of the busiest general managers in the NHL is on the show today as Barry Trotz joins Bob and John for some hockey talk as he and the Nashville Predators get ready for the 2024/25 NHL season. With many new faces added to the organization over the summer, the two talked to Barry about the moves and his expectations for the team after a surprising…

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Rod Black On The 2024 Olympic Games, Canada Basketball & More 47:31

28d ago47:31

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A good friend and voice of Canada Basketball on TSN Radio, Rod Black, joins the show today. Having been a part of his fair share of Olympic broadcasts, we get to hear Rod’s unique perspective on the games themselves before shifting focus to some basketball talk as our Canadian men’s basketball team looks to medal for the first time ever in the Olym…

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The Olympic Soccer Cheating Scandal W/ James Sharman - Canada’s Spying Drones, Fired Personnel & 6 Point Deduction. 41:17

1M ago41:17

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Leading up to the Canadian Women’s Olympic opening game against New Zealand in the 2024 Paris Olympics, fans and players alike were focused on one thing - defending their gold medal won in the 2020 Tokyo Olympic Games. Unfortunately, a fast-developing investigation into Canada Soccer’s use of a drone to spy on opponents’ closed practices, and the p…

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MLB ROUNDTABLE W/ HODGE & PERKINS - The Toronto Blue Jays 50:32

18d ago50:32

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On Wednesday’s episode with Warren Sawkiw, it was decided that we have officially entered “Rock Bottom” when it comes to the Toronto Blue Jays. Now, just two days later, Dave Hodge & Dave Perkins are on the show as the foursome entertain the idea that the future for the Toronto Blue Jays is a lot bleaker than originally thought. 10…15, even 20 year…

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A Canadian Olympic Basketball Preview with Doug Smith. 43:39

26d ago43:39

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Not too long ago, Canada and Olympic basketball did not mix. Twenty-four years after their last appearance at the Games, the same cannot be said about our hoopers north of the border. Now, with all exhibition games complete and a game against Greece scheduled on Saturday to kick off their Olympic competition, Canada finds itself as a favorite to me…

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It’s Time To Make Some Changes - Warren Sawkiw On The Toronto Blue Jays. 45:48

29d ago45:48

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A common theme lately is that the Toronto Blue Jays are in trouble. With seemingly no present or future to look forward to, Warren Sawkiw joins the show today to give his opinion on the mess that is the Toronto Blue Jays organization.

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Checking In With Vancouver Canucks President Jim Rutherford. 38:51

28d ago38:51

38:51

Jim Rutherford returns to the podcast for a conversation with Bob and John. The three discuss the surprising success the Vancouver Canucks had last season and hear Jim’s thoughts on their second-round playoff loss to the Edmonton Oilers. After the break, Bob and John learn more about the role a President plays within a hockey organization and get i…

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Richard Deitsch on The Open Championship, the Upcoming Olympic Games, & the Toronto Blue Jays. 47:04

1M ago47:04

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Richard Deitsch is back on the podcast today, this time as a guest as he joins Bob and John to discuss some of the more relevant stories during an otherwise slow time for sports. The three start with The Open Championship and share their thoughts on the tournament before previewing the upcoming Olympic Games in Paris. To end the show, it’s Blue Jay…

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Jays Talk with Richard Griffin - How to Fix a Broken Baseball Team. 46:45

1M ago46:45

46:45

With the MLB Playoffs out of the question for the Toronto Blue Jays, what should they do now? Richard Griffin joins Bob and Richard Deitsch to try to answer that question as they wrap up the week with some Jays talk. Rich, Richard, and Bob pull no punches today as they take a deep dive into what Toronto needs to do to improve for next year. They ex…

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Extra Games, Rule Changes & Early Contenders - Previewing the NFL Season with Trey Wingo. 40:01

2M ago40:01

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The NFL season is fast approaching, with its first pre-season game scheduled to kick off on August 1st. With Richard Deitsch filling in for John, and Trey Wingo joining him and Bob, the three start to set expectations for what is to come. Bob, Richard, and Trey discuss the seemingly bad idea of adding yet another game to the regular season schedule…

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Previewing The Open Championship With Leggatt & Zokol. 45:01

2M ago45:01

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The major season concludes this week in Scotland with the start of the 2024 Open Championship at Royal Troon. Richard Zokol and Ian Leggatt joined Bob and John today to preview the tournament. The gentlemen assess the field of play, course conditions, and more with an in-depth look into all the golf we will see over the weekend.…

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A Quick Turn-Around After Losing The Stanley Cup, Hiring a New GM, and More From Oilers CEO Jeff Jackson 47:24

2M ago47:24

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With a year under his belt as the CEO of the Edmonton Oilers, Jeff Jackson returns to the show to chat with Bob and John. The three discuss the near Stanley Cup win against the Florida Panthers, the team's search for a new General Manager, and how his relationship with the players he represented as an agent has changed with his new role.…

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Paul Godfrey: From SkyDome to the Canadian Baseball Hall of Fame & Everything In-Between. 46:37

1M ago46:37

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When describing Paul Godfrey's career, it’s easier to ask the question - what hasn’t he done? A prominent Canadian businessman and former politician, Paul became the publisher and CEO of the Toronto Sun in 1984 and played a pivotal role in the development of Toronto's SkyDome, which opened in 1989. Throughout his career, Godfrey has been influentia…

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What To Expect From Canada At The 2024 Olympic Games. 42:56

1M ago42:56

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For a long time, it was a win for a Canadian Athlete to even qualify for the Summer Olympics… now as we approach the Games in Paris, expectations are much higher for the Canadian competitors. Scott Russel joins the show today to preview the games with Bob and John & to share with them all the info they need to know regarding our country’s medal fav…

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The Canadian Football League & How To Fix It With Jim Barker. 50:42

1M ago50:42

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One of Bob’s favourite CFL guys from back in the day joins the podcast today, as Jim Barker shares his thoughts on the Canadian Football League. From how to get more fans in the stands to how to keep players in the country, the three go over it all today as they take a look at everything they think needs to be changed if we are going to see some re…

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Ep. 159: Eirik Westcoat on the American Futharch and Heathen Esotericism 1:02:51

1M ago1:02:51

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Check out The Heathen Golden Dawn here: The Heathen Golden Dawn : A Complete Course of Heathen Ceremonial Magic - Isaac Hill - Aeon Spirit (aeonbooks.com) Get tickets for the Plant Cunning Conference, July 26-28 here: Plant Cunning Conference – July 26-28, 2024 Find Eirik Westcoat here: The American Futharch RunesIn this episode of the Plant Cunnin…

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The Not So Bright Future for the Blue Jays: JP Morosi on Toronto’s Next Steps. 50:29

2M ago50:29

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With the playoffs becoming more and more realistic for the Blue Jays, what’s next? JP Morosi joins Bob and John today, sharing his insight on what he thinks Toronto should do before season’s end. With question marks surrounding the future of pretty much every member of the organization, the three try to determine the best course of action for this …

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Dave Hodge on the Toronto Blue Jays, the State of Toronto Sports, and a Copa America Semi-Final Preview with James Sharman. 1:01:56

1M ago1:01:56

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Daren Millard is filling in for Bob today as he and John welcome Dave Hodge and James Sharman for a two-for-one podcast special. The two speak with Hodge first, digging into the Toronto Blue Jays and the overall state of professional sports in Toronto, followed by a preview of Team Canada’s semi-final match against Argentina tonight in the Copa Ame…

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Getting to Know Glen Sather: Looking Back at the Career of a Hockey Legend 37:40

2M ago37:40

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Best known for his tenure as the general manager and coach of the Edmonton Oilers, Glen Sather led the team to five Stanley Cup championships in the 1980s. He later served as the president and general manager of the New York Rangers, significantly impacting the team's development and success while cementing himself as one of the NHL’s greatest cont…

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Baseball With Adnan Virk - The Underperforming & Underwhelming Toronto Blue Jays. 51:29

2M ago51:29

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Despite the fact that baseball fans in Canada are losing interest in the Blue Jays faster than they can win games, Adnan Virk joins the show to end the week with some baseball talk with Bob and John. What is going on with the Toronto Blue Jays? Are they trading Bo? Vladdy? Is Ross Atkins still going to have his job in the summer? There are more que…

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