Best The Young Gaffers Podcasts (2024)

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Supporting the Sound Wave of the Future, CEO and Flagship Artist AY Young 57:57

2h ago57:57

57:57

This Week on “The Tie-In,” Zena and Mark listen to the wise words of the musician magician, AY Young (@aymusik). He’s a rising star and the charismatic Founder and CEO of “Battery Tour.” This series of shows is helping make AY the voice of a generation, as the tour itself is on the #roadto1000 clean energy concerts by Earth Day 2025. He has built h…

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Finding Joy as an Act of Resistance with Climate Influencer, Andrea Learned 1:03:43

2h ago1:03:43

1:03:43

This week on “The Tie-In,” Zena and Mark sit down with Andrea Learned (@Andrea_climateinfluence) to talk about what “Climate Influence” even means. Andrea is the perfect source, because she coined the term, and not only that, but she’s paved the way for sustainability leaders to be more visible online. The world needs to know about all the exciting…

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Finding Collective Continuance with Producer and Director, Lydia Dean Pilcher 56:04

3d ago56:04

56:04

This week on “The Tie-In” - Zena and Mark get to know the “Radium Girls” and Lydia Dean Pilcher, a Director and Producer on the film, the likes of which is now available for streaming rent or purchase on Prime. Go behind the scenes and learn what it takes to bring environmental storytelling to Hollywood! Lydia teaches us that producing screenplays …

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Real World Q Gadgets with Gaffer, David Sinfield 44:34

10d ago44:34

44:34

We all know about James Bond’s amazing gadgets that seem like the stuff of fantasy films. This week on “The Tie-In,” Zena and Mark sit down with Gaffer, David Sinfield (@greenvoltageuk), and learn all about what’s really going on inside a real life Q lab. David has brought sustainable battery power to such monster projects as “Indiana Jones and the…

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Rediscovering Virtual Production with the head of Final Pixel Academy, Dr. Jodi Nelson-Tabor 46:21

17d ago46:21

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This week on “The Tie-In,” Zena and Mark discover a revolutionary approach to making TV and movies with the head of “Final Pixel Academy.” Dr. Jodi Nelson-Taybor leads a team of production experts who are making waves in the industry with a wealth of awesome tech knowledge! We’re proud to have spent time with one of the brilliant minds behind a lea…

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Normalizing Sustainability with Production Designer, Marian Wihak 45:18

25d ago45:18

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This week on “The Tie-In,” Zena and Mark chat with Marian Wihak (@marianwihak) a Production Designer who believes that being a multi-disciplinary artist means setting a sustainable example for all to follow. You may be surprised by how many current, soon-to-be standard, practices are misrepresented as dreams of the future. Our dream for the present…

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Taking Sustainability to New Heights with “Dragon Wings” Innovator, Dr. Ryan Wartena 55:59

1M ago55:59

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This week on “The Tie-In,” Zena and Mark sit down in the real House of the Dragon with “Southern Beams Builds, Inc.” (@southernbeams) creator, Dr. Ryan Wartena (@theryanwartena). Their “Dragon Wings” solar generators are the first of their kind, and his machines have powered such large-scale live events as Coachella and Burning Man. Tie-in with us …

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Switching to Sustainability Overdrive with Founder & President Neel Vasavada 57:12

2M ago57:12

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This week on “The Tie-In,” Zena and Mark chat with Overdrive (@overdrive_energy_solutions) Founder & President, Neel Vasavada about how to practically and cost-efficiently achieve sustainability during huge live events. Neel has been a trailblazer in the industry for years. This innovator has helped stars as bright as Billie Eilish and powered even…

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Championing Sustainability, producer Clara George 54:53

2M ago54:53

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This week on “The Tie-In,” Zena and Mark learn about what it takes to implement change into your production budget with powerhouse producer, Clara George. Her expert knowledge and collaborative approach to leadership has helped Canadian crews and beyond achieve groundbreaking sustainability. Listening to her is a surefire way of learning how we can…

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Wasting less and Creating more with Costume Designer Georgina Curtis 1:02:45

2M ago1:02:45

1:02:45

This week on “The Tie-In,” Zena and Mark visit with Georgina Curtis (@_garmentgeek_), a costume designer who does as much as she dreams. Last week we featured “A Dance with Light” by Robert Diaz LeRoy, and Georgina provided her immeasurable talents for the costume needs on that progressive project. She’s truly done amazing things like make incredib…

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Dance steps in the right direction with Robert Diaz LeRoy 1:20:43

2M ago1:20:43

1:20:43

This week on “The Tie-In,” Zena and Mark follow the lead of Robert Diaz LeRoy, a movie magician (Director, Producer, Writer) with a fascinating new short film called “A Dance with Light” that we’re premiering on our new YouTube channel. Listen to our conversation first, and then hop on over to YouTube so you can view his amazing work. His productio…

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The Guiding Lights of Gaffer Todd Lapp 40:02

2M ago40:02

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This week on “The Tie In,” Zena and Mark chat with Todd Lapp, an experienced gaffer working on high profile TV shows like “The Man in The High Castle.” Todd is always striving for innovation, and if there’s a cost benefit to implementing important sustainable electricity, then he pushes for its use on production. Our team really likes this intervie…

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Catching up with producer Kerri Coombs 49:05

3M ago49:05

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We’re thrilled to release our conversation with friend of the pod and powerhouse producer and gaffer, Kerri Coombs (@kerri.coombs) of FireDance Media. Kerri was one of the first guests who agreed to hop on our pod, and this tracks with who she is as a person. Kerri is always the first individual to stand up for nature, oppressed people, and the wel…

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NABShow special release: In conversation with Mari Jo Winkler-Ioffreda 31:49

3M ago31:49

31:49

This week on “The Tie-In,” Zena interviewed Mari Jo Winkler-Ioffreda (@boneduds), a Film & Television Producer and Climate Activist, about how she helped make the latest season of HBO’s “True Detective Night Country” a more sustainable production. If you’re interested in discovering the true power behind “Night Country,” then you won’t want to skip…

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The Coachella awesome Ken Deans! 56:39

3M ago56:39

56:39

This week on “The Tie-In,” Zena and Mark discuss with Ken Deans what it takes to make enormous live events environmentally friendly. Ken’s organization, KD Production Services (@kdproductionservices), implements greener alternatives to sustaining massive amounts of energy for cultural landmarks like Coachella, Stagecoach, Desert Trip, Bottlerock, a…

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Episode 244: The Young Gaffers Canada-centric World Cup Spectacular 1:11:13

2y ago1:11:13

1:11:13

Wherein Our Heroes return from their summers of discovery to revel in the pending World Cup Qatar 2022. We discuss the CanMNT roster, our Group F match predictions, and roll out a double double Havin’ It, Not Havin’ It because it's just been so damn long since we’ve rock and rolled. Send us your questions or comments via e-mail to bothofus@theyoung…

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Episode 243: Oh Man... 1:27:16

2+ y ago1:27:16

1:27:16

Wherein Our Heroes return from under our rocks to offer a full episode concerning the recent compensation dispute between the Canadian Men’s National Team squad and Canada Soccer. We offer up our emotionally-charged yet level-headed, balanced takes. It’s been a while, so you don’t want to miss this. Send us your questions or comments via e-mail to …

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Episode 242: Two in the Books! 1:04:30

2+ y ago1:04:30

1:04:30

Wherein Our Heroes check in to provide our thoughts on each Canadian Premier League club after two matches apiece. Who has an extra gear? Who is struggling? Who may be underperforming but has nothing to fear? Also, we share an interview with the artist behind Pacific FC’s stunning alternate kit, Maynard Johnny Jr. Send us your questions or comments…

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Episode 241: The Young Gaffers 2022 CPL Season Preview Spectacular! 1:52:54

2+ y ago1:52:54

1:52:54

Wherein Our Heroes return to offer our best-guess predictions for the 2022 Canadian Premier League Season. We chat with Pacific FC's Nathan Mavila. Next, us Gaffers answer some hard-hitters. Where will each club finish? Who are some sleeper signings? Who takes the North Star Shield? Most importantly, who has the snazziest kit? All this, plus a nod …

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Episode 240: In Conversation with FC Edmonton President Jeff Harrop 1:15:16

2+ y ago1:15:16

1:15:16

Wherein Our Heroes bring you a conversation with newly-minted FC Edmonton President Jeff Harrop. Jeff discusses his previous experience in sport and entertainment and brand building, as well as his goals to engage the community in The City of Champions. We also dip into the mailbag, prompting discussions about both the 2021 CPL Coach of the Year an…

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Episode 239: Happy New Year! 1:03:31

2+ y ago1:03:31

1:03:31

Wherein Our Heroes return from the Holidays, bright-eyed and bushy-tailed. In response to an excellent mailbag question, we discuss the biggest changes each of the bottom four clubs need for 2022. The League assumes operation of FC Edmonton, two Pacific FC stalwarts jump ship to Forge FC, and David Clanachan steps down as CPL commissioner to bring …

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Episode 238: A Holiday Treat from Us Gaffers 44:48

2+ y ago44:48

44:48

Wherein Our Heroes, as promised, share with you David Clanachan’s press conference and Q&A from before the 2021 Canadian Premier League Final. Wishing you and yours a Joyous Holidays and a Safe and Happy New Year! Send us your questions or comments via e-mail to bothofus@theyounggaffers.com, @younggaffers on Twitter, and www.facebook.com/theyoungga…

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Episode 237: The Canadian Premier League Final 2021 1:35:51

3y ago1:35:51

1:35:51

Wherein Our Heroes discuss our thoughts on the Canadian Premier League Final, as Forge FC are thwarted in their attempt to three-peat by Pacific FC. Not only do we discuss the match, but also feature pre-match audio from coaches Bobby Smyrniotis and Pa Modou-Kah as well as players Manny Aparicio, Lukas MacNaughton, and Jamar Dixon. Send us your que…

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Episode 236: Give The People What They Want 1:13:42

3y ago1:13:42

1:13:42

Wherein Our Heroes come together to offer sweet, sweet commentary on the Canadian Premier League semi-finals and offer up predictions for The North Star Shield. We discuss the continued righteousness that is the CanMNT World Cup Qualifying run. Oh, and we catch up with each other, as we’re apt to do. Send us your questions or comments via e-mail to…

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Episode 235: Give us a call, we’ll talk, no big whoop 1:05:27

3y ago1:05:27

1:05:27

Wherein Our Heroes discuss an international window that was nothing short of a watershed for the Canadian Men’s National Team. We discuss the squad’s mental fortitude, ability to grind out results, and newfound depth. Also, Davies scores possibly the greatest goal in CanMNT history and we delve into the mailbag to chat pop culture references and in…

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Episode 234: No Doot Aboot It! 53:53

3y ago53:53

53:53

Wherein Our Heroes return to celebrate all things Canadian soccer. The Women’s National Team change the colour of the medal as intended and are crowned Olympic gold medal champions. The Canadian Men’s National Team play their first three matches in CONCACAF World Cup Qualifying and put on a strong showing. Also, the Canadian Championship gets set t…

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Episode 233: The Bubble Has Burst! 58:35

3y ago58:35

58:35

Wherein Our Heroes return to discuss our thoughts on the CPL clubs’ bubble performances and provide our thoughts on a couple of this week’s matches. Cavalry come from behind to see off FC Edmonton in the season’s first Al Classico, while Pacific FC rally from a man down and capture top of the table (for now) by vanquishing Valour FC. Also, the Cana…

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Episode 232: It Begins! 1:27:52

3y ago1:27:52

1:27:52

Wherein Our Heroes share with you some audio from earlier in the season. Commissioner Clanachan addresses questions from the media prior to kickoff and discusses the future schedule, other potential bubble hosts, sponsorship interest, and more. We also hear from PFC’s Pa Modou-Kah and FC Edmonton’s Alan Koch. They share their respective thoughts he…

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Episode 231: The Young Gaffers Canadian Premier League Kickoff Spectacular 1:02:09

3y ago1:02:09

1:02:09

Wherein Our Heroes return to provide their predictions for the upcoming CPL 2021 Kickoff in Winnipeg. Who will finish top of the table? Who will bring up the rear? Who will win Golden Ball? Glove? Boot? And of course, for the kit nerds, who has the best and worst new kit? If you’ve got room for one more season preview, let this be it! Send us your …

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Episode 230: Spring Awakening 58:50

3+ y ago58:50

58:50

Wherein Our Heroes come out of hiding to weigh in on the Canadian Olympic qualifying campaign as well as the Canadian Senior Team’s progress in World Cup qualifying. Also, we delve into the mailbag and dip our toes in a potential conspiracy theory involving the CPL’s recent announcement concerning LSSE’s potential club in Regina. Send us your quest…

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Episode 229: You Asked, We Answered 1:13:59

3+ y ago1:13:59

1:13:59

Wherein Our Heroes dedicate a full episode to listener questions. Want to know what we think of Montréal’s MLS club rebrand? Who our all-time favourite players are? If we think York United will be a force or failure in 2021? We respond to all of these questions and about a dozen more. Strap yourselves in because this is gonna be one helluva ride! S…

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Episode 228: It’s Been a Long Time (Since We Rock and Rolled) 55:10

3+ y ago55:10

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Wherein Our Heroes return, bright-eyed and bushy-tailed for 2021 and beyond. We revisit York’s rebrand to York United, praise David Clanachan’s ops letter, and discuss some of the silly season’s most interesting player signings. Also, we breathe a sigh of relief knowing the Canadian Men’s National Team are shored up in Florida shaking off the dust.…

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Episode 227: In Conversation with Pacific FC’s Manny Aparicio 1:12:20

4y ago1:12:20

1:12:20

Wherein Our Heroes speak with latest PFC signing Manny Aparicio. He discusses the secret sauce behind his set piece prowess, his favourite Argentinian club, leading York 9 through The Island Games, and more. Also, we weigh in on the newest Canadian Premier League international roster rule and discuss some off-season moves that have transpired to-da…

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Episode 226: It’s Alive! 1:02:58

4y ago1:02:58

1:02:58

Wherein Our Heroes return from the grave to bring you some ghoulishly hot takes. We discuss which aspects of the Canadian Premier League most embody our favourite classic creatures of the night. As always, we dip into the mailbag to answer your long-overdue correspondence. Also, Bev Priestman takes charge of the Canadian Women’s Team…do you think w…

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Episode 225: The Island Games Final 1:24:42

4y ago1:24:42

1:24:42

Wherein Our Heroes bring you the mother lode from the Canadian Premier League Final 2020. In the wake of Forge FC capturing the North Star Shield in consecutive years, we hear from manager Bobby Smyrniotis, as well as players Kyle Bekker and Alex Achinioti-Jönsson. We also hear from HFX Wanderers’ gaffer Stephen Hart and captain Andre Rampersad. La…

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Episode 224: The Group Stage Goeth, The Final Cometh 1:06:19

4y ago1:06:19

1:06:19

Wherein Our Heroes look ahead to the Island Games final between defending champions Forge FC and the always-organized HFX Wanderers FC. We share our predictions for our players to watch, keys to the game, and final score. We also hear from coach Stephen Hart as he looks ahead to his club’s last tango. Send us your questions or comments via e-mail t…

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Episode 223: The Group Stage Cometh 40:40

4y ago40:40

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Wherein Our Heroes delve deep into the deepest recesses of soccer punditry and attempt to cobble together our best guess predictions for The Island Games Group Stage. Will we see a rematch of the inaugural final? Will Pacific FC continue to surge? Will HFX Wanderers continue their steady play and secure a spot to play for The North Star Shield? Onl…

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Episode 222: For Every High, a Low 1:03:48

4y ago1:03:48

1:03:48

Wherein Our Heroes sit back and listen. We hear from Cavalry FC’s Tommy Wheeldon Jr. and Mason Trafford in the wake of their recent loss to Pacific FC. We also feature clips from Atlético Ottawa’s Mista and Malyk Hamilton after vanquishing the Tridents a few short days later. On the other side of the coin, PFC’s Pa-Modou Kah, Marco Bustos, and Call…

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Episode 221: Canadian Premier League Cross Country Check In! 1:14:26

4y ago1:14:26

1:14:26

Wherein Our Heroes reconvene to discuss each and every Canadian Premier League squad as we near the waning days of the Island Games round robin. There’s still everything to play for as clubs compete for the top 4 slots and a berth in the second round. We also hear from Valour FC coach Rob Gale, and Pacific FC's Pa-Modou Kah and Alejandro Díaz after…

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Episode 220: A Chat with Pacific FC’s Marcel de Jong and the Island Games Preview Spectacular! 1:11:07

4y ago1:11:07

1:11:07

Wherein Our Heroes are joined by Pacific FC captain Marcel de Jong to hear how things have been in the bubble in Charlottetown, PEI. We also look forward to the Island Games. Who will win the Golden Boot? Who are our players to watch? Who is the most likely to sneak out of the hotel? We discuss all these and more. Who ya got? Send us your questions…

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Episode 219: Your League Has Successfully Been Formatted 51:10

4y ago51:10

51:10

Wherein Our Heroes revel in some BIG news with the announcement of the 2020 Canadian Premier League season format, The Island Games. We weigh the pros and cons of joining The Collective. Also, CONCACAF announces a new, more favourable format (if you’re Canada) for World Cup 2022 qualifying. Count us in! Send us your questions or comments via e-mail…

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Episode 218: In Conversation with Afghanistan International Zohib Islam Amiri 1:11:05

4y ago1:11:05

1:11:05

Wherein Our Heroes are joined by Zohib Islam Amiri. He shares insight on his upbringing in Kabul and Karachi, a club career that’s taken him from his home country to sharing a pitch with Robert Pires and André Santos in the ISL, and his time as the most-capped player for Afghanistan. Also, we dip into the mailbag to discuss the importance of new cl…

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Episode 217: Gaffers is Back! 1:02:21

4+ y ago1:02:21

1:02:21

Wherein Our Heroes reconnect and focus on the recent Canadian Premier League statement regarding a 2020 season as well as the town hall with league commissioner David Clanachan. We also get set for MLS is Back, the actual name for Major League Soccer’s World Cup-style tournament, coming to you in July. Total PFC Spotify playlist by Jacob Burnley. S…

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Episode 216: In Conversation with Pacific FC’s Callum Irving 1:09:31

4+ y ago1:09:31

1:09:31

Wherein Our Heroes are joined by Pacific FC goalkeeper Callum Irving in a fascinating interview that covers (among other topics) mindset, his move to the Canadian Premier League, and the most banging Spotify playlist you’re going to find. We also talk Alejandro’s Bedoya’s recent comments regarding the potential MLS tournament in Orlando. Send us yo…

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Episode 215: Project Restart 59:38

4+ y ago59:38

59:38

Wherein Our Heroes delve deep into the English Premier League’s Project Restart and discuss how it compares to the Canadian Premier League’s potential at a closed-door season. We also share our top hypothetical dream CPL player transfer, as well as which Canadian Premier League club we feel would best perform in a 5-a-side tournament. Send us your …

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Episode 214: The Practical Sons Return 1:09:43

4+ y ago1:09:43

1:09:43

Wherein Our Heroes weigh all sides of both the Canadian Premier League’s recent statement regarding wage deferrals and reductions, as well as the creation of the Professional Footballers Association of Canada. We also review and discuss your mailbag submissions. We’re all in this together...when we stand hand-in-hand, make our dreams come true. Sen…

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Episode 213: Low on Analysis, High on Good Vibes 59:10

4+ y ago59:10

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Wherein Our Heroes get on board the feel-good train. From the personalities to the sense of community, from the all-around quirkiness to the camaraderie, we share our favourite things about the Canadian Premier League. We also weigh in on some Canadian U23 players that we think could make waves in 2021 and entertain the hypothetical scenario of MLS…

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Episode 212: A Conversation with Atlético Ottawa’s Ben Fisk 48:58

4+ y ago48:58

48:58

Wherein Our Heroes return from their self-isolation to bring you a recent conversation with Ben Fisk. We also applaud the IOC and UEFA for postponing the upcoming Euros and Olympics, eagerly await the upcoming season of Sunderland ’Til I Die, and discuss the Waffle House Index. Send us your questions or comments via e-mail to bothofus@theyounggaffe…