The Turf District: Recent Episodes
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Huddle up in the Turf District to talk all things Edmonton Football Team and the CFL. Bringing Green and Gold players, coaches, alumni and fans together to celebrate our favourite team and game!
The gang recaps the EE loss to the Riders on the weekend to even the season series. Time to bounce back in Montreal! A tough road game but who do we think is one to watch?
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Let's talk about these 6-1 Edmonton Elks! The gang gets together to recap the thrilling walk off win over the Riders and set up the rematch this week at home.
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Our good friend Dave Jamieson is back on the pod to tell stories of EE lore, the positive steps in recent years and the 5-1 Edmonton Elks. We set up the home and home battle with the Riders.
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After a week off for a concert, the gang is back to talk about the 4-1 Elks! We set up this week's rematch withthe BC Lions, see some great Hoard items and a story told with beer names.
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Tyrell Ford joins in for Canada Day week! We get to talk about another win and set up this week's game in Kelowna.
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Linda, Superfan and Andrew break down the big home win against Montreal. Surprise guests join in for the game preview, Pickems and Beer chat!
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Elks PA Announcer Graham Mosimann joins the gang to talk about his love for the team and announcing in game! We recap the first big win of the season and set up this week's home opener.
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Let the regular season begin! As tradition has been, Dave Campbell and Morley Scott join the gang to talk about the 2026 Elks team. What we expect from the team? Who do we have our eyes on? We also set up the game this week against the RedBlacks!
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Paul makes his annual pilgrimage to the District to award the Jimmie Gaines Award for 2026 camp. We break down the first preseason win and set the menu for this year's tailgate!
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Andrew, Commissioner K and Linda talk about training camp and Fan Day. We get to preview a game, sort of. And Beer, of course!
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The most wonderful time of the year! Elks Training Camp is open! The gang is back together to recap the first few days. We also talk about the draft, some signings and the new CFL post season/rules to come.
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Kordell Jackson makes his debut appearance on the show! We talk about him coming to Canada to play and now being the veteran in the defensive backfield.
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Elks Head Coach Mark Kilam is back to talk about his first season and what he's excited about for season 2! Also joined by Joe Balaneski to talk about this year's Stadnek Invitational for CFLFFC.
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3DownNation.com's JC Abbott joins the gang to talk all things CFL Combine. Who rose? Who fell? What are the Elks looking for? All this plus new Hoard & Tell and First Down This Beer segments!
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Elks LB Nick Anderson joins the gang to talk about staying in Edmonton over the offseason, being part of the Edmonton community and what he looks forward to this upcoming season. We also recap signings, the preseason game at Clarke, and the great times had at our CFL Family Summit.
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Free Agency is upon us! Andrew, Linda and Paul talk about the latest roster moves including a number reported signings from the communication week. We also talk about this year's EE schedule and some of the winter meetings updates.
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Elks President and CEO, Chris Morris, joins the crew for the Season 12 premiere! Chris tells us about the challenges and successes of his first year in the role and where he sees the next steps for the team. The gang breaks down the latest in roster moves and preps for Free Agency.
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The gang gets together to talk about the Grey Cup, some early EE moves and the EE Locker Room Sale. Who stays and who goes in the free agent list? Already lots to cover as we roll into another offseason.
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Buckle up for the end of season wrap show! Our friends Dave Campbell and Morley Scott, from 880 CHED, are back to talk about the Elks 2025 season. We also make our picks for the playoffs and Grey Cup!
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Linda, Superfan Mike and Andrew talk about the loss to the Lions that knocked the Elks out of the playoff picture. We talk a bit about the growth of the team and what to expect in the final game of the season on Friday.
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The Elks playoff hopes may be in other team's hands but we still get to talk about beating the Bombers. We set up this week's BC game and try to paint all the wild playoff scenarios.
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Back from the bye week to talk about a big Elks win over the wrong shade of green. We remember Larry Thompson and what he did for the team. Plus, we set up this week's massive game against Winnipeg.
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The whole gang joins in to talk about the CFL rule and field changes coming in the next two years. Another walk off field goal loss for the Elks puts their playoff hopes on life support. We set up this week's battle with the wrong shade of green too.
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Andrew catches up with Joan Forge to talk about the upcoming Game Changers event. We break down the walk off loss to the Argos and set up this week against the Ticats.
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Surprise Guest Elks QB1 Cody Fajardo joins the crew to talk about the recent winning and his experience so far in Edmonton! We break down the big win over Calgary and set up this week's battle with the Argos.
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Andrew, Commissioner Kayla and Linda wrap their heads around the Labour Day loss. Linda brings some great cervezas! We set up the return classic and take some fan questions!
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Andrew and Superfan Mike are joined by Stamps Fan Ryan Ballantine for the annual set up to Labour Day. We recap the third win in a row for the EE and set up the Labour Day battle. Lots of #TitleOfThePodcast in this one....
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The Elks have won two in a row and the gang is here to talk about how they are getting there. (Hint: Run, Rankin, Run) We make our halfway awards picks and set up this week's battle with Ottawa.
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Andrew, Linda and Superfan Mike recap the Elks last minute win over the Alouettes. Andrew talks about his Montreal trip. New beers and cool history items! Plus, we set up the battle with the Argos this Friday.
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Another close loss for the Elks finds the gang looking for positives and growth in another week. Linda brings amazing Montreal beers, Superfan has snacks, and we set up this week's battle with les Alouettes.
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Linda, Commissioner Kayla and Andrew get a bit heated talking about the latest Elks loss to the Riders. Thank goodness Linda has beer suggestions and we find the positive for this week's home game against the Ticats.
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The gang returns post bye week to talk about the Elks loss to BC and set up this week's game against the Riders. Rookie LB Chelen Garnes joins in for the Turfside Chat.
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The gang is all together to talk about the Elks first win of 2025! Superfan brings out amazing pieces for Hoard & Tell. We also set up this week's home battle against the BC kitties!
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Andrew and Linda talk about the latest Elks loss and set up this week's home game against the RedBlacks. Turfside Chat with Tre Ford for Canada Day!
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Andrew catches up with Jimmy Gaines award winner Elks WR Zach Mathis. Commissioner Kayla and Andrew break down last week's loss and set up this week's game in Winnipeg. Plus, new beers to try from Linda!
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The Elks are back after a bye week and ready for the home opener against the Alouettes. To set up the game, we welcome Tim Capper and CliffyD from the Flightdeck pod! A new First Down this Beer and Hoard & Tell. We also talk a bit about week one.....
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It's our favourite time of year! Our friends from 880 CHED, Morley Scott and Dave Campbell, join in to set up this year's version of the Edmonton Elks. We set up week one against the Lions and get back to PickEms. Plus, the traditional reading of "Twas the Night Before Football".
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Our annual award, Jimmy Gaines award, for the best Elks player in their first CFL camp gets announced. We break down the preseason loss and set up this week's home preseason game.
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Commissioner Kayla and Andrew break down the full week of Elks training camp. Linda joins in to talk Fan Day. Superfan does the tailgate menu reveal. We premiere our new segment "First Down! (This Beer)".
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Training Camps have opened across the CFL including the Elks! The gang gives their first couple days impressions of the 2025 squad. A full review of all the roster transactions and a reminder to head to Fan Day on May 17!
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New Elks Canadian DB, Royce Metchie, joins the boys to talk about his football journey in the CFL so far, a 50% Grey Cup winning rate, and his recent trip to Kenya with WorldVision. Superfan has some Hoard & Tell for us and we break down a bit of the draft to come.
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Offensive Lineman, David Beard, returns to Edmonton after being with Hamilton for two years. He tells us about his excitement to be back where it all began and being home. Commish and Andrew talk about the new Commissioner and take some fan Qs.
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Nine year EE alum Matt O'Donnell joins the gang to talk about his playing days, winning the 2015 Grey Cup and the EE Alumni Wine Fest 2025! We also talk about the hottest topic from the combine - "superstars".
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Ed Hervey returned to Edmonton as the GM and VP of Football Operations in December and has been hard at work on the team. He joins the gang to talk about his passion for the game, how he approaches players and signings and what the EE way means to him.
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The gang is joined by CFL fans from across the league to promote CFL Family Summit day on March 8, 2025. Events are happening in Ottawa, Hamilton, Winnipeg, Regina, Calgary, Vancouver and Westivus here in Edmonton. All supporting the kickoff to CFL Fans Fight Cancer fundraising.
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Ed Hervey was a busy man! The gang gets together to break down all of the Elks free agent signings and extensions. We take some fans questions and make some predictions on who might start where. The official off season Westivus announcement too.
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Season 11 kicks off with the 25th Head Coach in EE history, Mark Kilam, joining in to talk about his vision for the team. He firetrucking brought it! Roster moves, Hoard & Tell, 2025 schedule and a free agency primer all included in a packed show.
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The gang gets together to talk about Ed Hervey returning as the GM of the green and gold and their Grey Cup Experiences. Also, who will be the next EE Head Coach?
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Our good friends from 880 CHED, Dave Campbell and Morley Scott, are back in the virtual district to talk about the Elks season that was. We talk about the hiring of Chris Morris as President and CEO and what might come with this move. Always a favourite of the season, the wrap show for Grey Cup week!
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Bring out the brooms for a Stampeder sweep for the Elks! Superfan Mike and Andrew recap the win and set up the final game of the season against the Argos. Plus, our choices for the player awards.
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The gang gets together to answer some fan questions, recap the latest Elks loss and set up the possibility of a sweep of Calgary this week
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The winning has come to screeching halt after a destruction at the hands of the Blue Bombers. Andrew, Superfan Mike and Commissioner Kayla break down the loss and what is to come for the Elks.
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Hernan Salas from Edmonton Sports Talk joins the crew to talk about his time with the Elks and his new gig. We break down the latest loss and set up the rematch with Winnipeg this week.
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Fan Favourite Aaron Grymes joins Andrew and Kayla about joining the Elks as a defensive assistant and community ambassador. He tells us about his playing career and his thoughts on the Elks so far. We break down the big Labour Day week sweep and catch up on some surprising green and gold stats.
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Edmonton Elks CB Devodric Bynum join the gang after his two interception performance in the Labour Day win. The crew break down the win and set up the return classic. Plus, an "all new" Hoard and Tell.
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Ryan Ballantine makes his annual appearance on the podcast to talk about the state of the Stampeders and set up the Labour Day Classic!
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The Chair of The Spirit of Edmonton, Gerry Harasci, joins the crew to talk about the help needed to keep the Spirit going to Grey Cup. They have plans for Vancouver but need help to continue to be the best party for Canada. We cover the third Elks win (Oskie EE) and set up the challenge of Montreal this week.
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Andrew, Superfan Mike and Kayla are joined by Elks running back Javon Leake to talk about his great couple of games. We talk about the new ownership that is to be announced. What are we excited and nervous about? The game recap is for two wins in a row! The Hamilton expectation is to go to three.
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The Elks Manager of Football Operations (MOFO), Shahbaz Dhillon, joins the gang to talk about his role with the team and how he got into working in sports. We also talk about a big Elks win and set up the game against the BC Lions this week.
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Chris Tymofichuk joins Andrew and Kayla to talk about his trip to all nine CFL stadiums to unofficially set the Guiness World Record for fastest time. He also raised a bunch of money for CFL Fans Fight Cancer. Also, It's Tre Time!
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After the Elks drop to 0-6, the gang gets together for a cathartic session of the podcast. We set up tailgate and the Hamilton game for this week.
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Andrew and Superfan Mike talk about the Elks parting ways with GM/HC Chris Jones, and the steps the team needs to make from here. We recap the third straight walk off field goal loss and set up the rematch with Ottawa this week.
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Doug Mclean is back on the show as the gang returns from the bye week. We recap the 0-4 record to this point and set up this week's battle with Ottawa. We also caught up with Leon O'Neal Jr to give him his Jimmy Gaines award and new Elks receiver Zach Mathis.
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Joe Balaneski is back on the show to talk about the latest Elks loss. Are they better at 0-3 this year than the last two? We set up this week's game against the BC Lions.
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Hostful fun as the gang talks about the latest Elks loss and sets up this week's game against the Argos. We also take some fan questions!
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Double E legend Rick Ray joins the gang to celebrate the 75th season kickoff week and episode 300 of the podcast! We talk about Ricky's early days with the green and gold, two Grey Cups and going up on the Wall of Honor. We also welcome Tim Capper and Cliffy from the Flightdeck pod to set up this week's game.
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We welcome Dave Campbell and Morley Scott back into the District to preview the 2024 Edmonton Elks. The final cuts are read live with immediate reaction from everyone. We also set up the Season and Home opener for the Elks 75th season.
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Paul Rechner is back for his annual post training camp visit and to help select the Jimmy Gaines award winner for 2024. We also recap the Elks Preseason loss to the Riders and set up the final preseason game against BC this week.
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Andrew catches up with Elks QB1 Macleod Bethel Thompson on his first week of training camp in Edmonton and what he sees for the offense so far. SuperFan Mike and Commissioner Kayla join in to talk about Fan Day and preview the first preseason game!
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Hope abounds as training camp opens up for the 2024 Elks. Mike and Andrew weigh in on the first three days and what to look for in the coming weeks. Andrew catches up with WR Kurleigh Gittens Jr on his first week in Edmonton.
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The Elks had the top pick in the 2024 CFL Draft and they selected linebacker Joel Dublanko. He joins the crew to talk about his football journey and being the top pick. We breakdown the rest of the global and national draft picks and get you all set for the start of 2024 training camp!
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Elks kicker, Dean Faithfull (@faithfulldean), joins Andrew and Kayla to talk about Grey Cup and his off season travelling with Game Day Kicking. (@gamedaykicking). We also cover the theme games for this year and set up for Draft 2024.
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CFHOF QB Damon Allen sits down with the guys to talk about his time in the CFL with a focus on his time in Edmonton.
Overtime from mar 26, 2024! We take questions from viewers like what do we expect for wins and what will we accept as a good season, some combine chat and Bryan Hall working with Superfan on all time teams.
Elks DB Donovan Olumba joins the gang to talk about his football journey, staying in Edmonton all year and his hopes for the 2024 defensive unit. We cover the 75th Season launch, the new coaching staff and some venting on the new tailgate.
Andrew and The Commish talk about tailgate, private ownership and take more questions from the online chats!
The Mayor of Commonwealth, Odell Willis, returns to the District to talk about the Canadian High School Football Showcase event coming on March 23. He also takes us on a tour of Athlete's Compound and tells some stories of his playing days.
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After a quiet first day of CFL Free Agency, Elks Assistant General Manager, Geroy Simon, Joins the show to talk about the off season moves so far. Geroy emphasizes the "win now" build and who to watch for this upcoming training camp. Andrew flies solo to talk about the other CFL news, the new tailgate area and promote the CFL Fans Fight Cancer Event on Feb 17.
Our first Overtime session for Season 10! We take questions and comments from people watching the stream and break down the answers. You can get in on the fun by watching live on Youtube, Facebook or Twitter!
The gang is back together to start Season 10 of the podcast! Lots of roster moves to go over including the signing of Mcleod Bethel-Thompson and what that means for Tre Ford. We also break down the schedule for 2024 and set up Free Agency.
The final Overtime of Season 9. Superfan Mike and Andrew take more fan questions and try to find a name for a podcast beer.
Season 9 Finale! Edmonton Elks Interim President, Rick LeLacheur, joins the guys to talk about rejoining the club, the ownership committee, closing the upper deck, and the 75th anniversary season in 2024. Christian Saulsberry Fund: www.christiansaulsberryfoundation.org
For the first time in our pod history, we welcome an officer from the Grey Cup Fun Police! Officer Jeff joins in to talk Grey Cup 2023, being in the Fun Police and the Elks big news this last week!
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Tim Capper (AlouettesFlightDeck) and Joe Pritchard (Rouge, White and Blue) join in to talk Alouettes and Bombers in the Grey Cup!
Featured Fan Chris Agar is in the District to talk about shaving his head to support CFL Fans Fight Cancer after the Elks finally got a return touchdown. We recap the playoff games so far and set up this week's divisional finals.
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The annual season wrap up for 2023! Our friends Morley Scott and Dave Campbell are in the district to talk Elks season that was and what to look for for 2024.
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Previous co-host and featured fan, Josh, joins the gang to talk about the Elks season, tarping the upper deck, and where the team goes for 2024. We set up the final game of the season against Winnipeg.
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Gerry Haracsi, from Spirit of Edmonton, jumps into the District to talk about the Sprit room at Grey Cup this year and a fundraising party this weekend. Capper and CliffyD, from the Alouettes Flight Deck join in to set up this week’s game against the Alouettes.
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We welcome Melissa Saulsberry-Smith to the District to talk about Christian’s life, her ties with the Elks and the Christian Saulsberry Foundation.
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Coach Phil (@CoachPhilReacts) joins Andrew to talk #Elks loss to BC, PickEms for a bye week and his love of the game. He also drops an amazing wrestling promo against the Ticats defense!
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3DownNation editor JC Abbott joins Andrew and Kayla to talk about Tre Ford, the Elks winning streak and setting up the game against the Lions this week.
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It gets #PodNasty as we welcome Dustin Neilson, Lieutenant Eric, Matt Iwanyk and Tom Gazzola into the District! We talk the launch of Edmonton Sports Talk and the giant comeback win by the Elks!
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Our favourite villain, Ryan Ballantine of the Go Stamps Go show, joins in to talk about Labour Day and the rematch.
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CFL reporter Sarah Said joins the crew to talk about her path to the CFL, the Elks breaking the streak at home and the CFL Family. We set up the big Labour Day weekend games including a huge game between the Elks and Stamps.
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Three members of the 2003 EE Grey Cup team - Terry Vaughn, Singor Mobley and Rick Walters - join Commissioner Kayla and Andrew to talk about that season and the current state of the team. We celebrate Terry Vaughn being added to the EE Wall of Honor at this week's home game. Oh ya, we talk about an ELKS WIN too!
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The gang gets together to talk about the departure of Victor Cui, the latest loss, and finding any hope for this week in Hamilton.
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The Mayor of Commonwealth, Odell Willis, joins the gang to talk about his playing career, where the team is at now and his new gym! We also set up this week's game against the Bombers.
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The Kickers for the Elks, Dean Faithfull and Jake Julien, drop by the virtual district to talk kicking for the Elks and the journey play professional football. We wrap the latest Elks loss and set up this week against the BC Lions.
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CFL on TSN play by play announcer, Dustin Nielson, joins the gang to talk about calling CFL games and his passion for the league. We discuss the departure of TSN1260 and his thoughts on the Elks so far. Andrew, Superfan and Commish also set up this week's action and PickEms.
Christian Saulsberry Fund: https://www.gofundme.com/f/christian-saulsberry-memorial-fund
Eddie Steele is back for his third trip into the Turf District. He talks straight on where the Elks are after dropping to 0-5 and we set up the home game with the TiCats this week.
Christian Saulsberry Fund: https://www.gofundme.com/f/christian-saulsberry-memorial-fund
Kayla and Andrew catch up after Kayla's "Lovely" CFL Roadtrip to Ottawa and Montreal. Andrew talks with the bright spot from last week's game, Maurice Ffrench. We recap the Elks loss to the RedBlacks and set up this week's game with the Riders.
Christian Saulsberry Fund: https://www.gofundme.com/f/christian-saulsberry-memorial-fund
Elks Defensive Lineman J-Min Pelley joins the guys to talk about his football journey, family outside of football and Apex coins. We recap last week's loss and set up this week's game against Ottawa.
Christian Saulsberry Fund: https://www.gofundme.com/f/christian-saulsberry-memorial-fund
Dave Jamieson is back in the District to talk about the end of TSN1260 in Edmonton, the Elks woes at 0-2 and another great story from his time with the team. We also set up this week's game against the Argos.
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The gang chats about the Elks latest loss and what good can be taken from the game. We also recap Fan Day, set up this week's game in BC and take a moment to remember "Waterbug".
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All Star receiver Geno Lewis jumps into the Turf District to talk about being part of the 2023 Elks! We talk about his influences and what he likes about this year's team. We set up the home/season opener for this Sunday.
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Morley Scott and Dave Campbell are back in the virtual District to set up the Elks 2023 season. We predict a home record better than 0-9! Hundo P!
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Paul Rechner makes his annual training camp stop into the District to talk about week one and the first preseason game. We lay out nominees for the Jimmy Gaines Award and will run a poll to pick this week. We also set up the home preseason game.
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Linda joins the boys to talk about the first couple days of Elks training camp. We also have a bit of a game preview for the preseason game this week in Calgary.
Christian Saulsberry Fund: Fundraiser for Melissa Smith by Mark Hardin : Christian Saulsberry Memorial Fund (gofundme.com)
With training camp right around the corner, the gang gets together to talk CFL Draft, new Elks signings, rule tweaks and answer some questions from the herd!
Christian Saulsberry fund: Fundraiser for Melissa Smith by Mark Hardin : Christian Saulsberry Memorial Fund (gofundme.com)
Scout and Kathy, from @TheElksHerd, join in to talk about their Elks fandom, creating content and tailgating. We also recap the CFL Combine, some Elks roster moves and set up the Theme nights for the upcoming season.
Christian Saulsberry Fund: https://www.gofundme.com/f/christian-saulsberry-memorial-fund
Brian Cheeseman, Director of Sports Medicine and Rehabilitation, and Lisa Swallow, Assistant Athletic Therapist, Physical Therapist, join the guys to talk sports injuries, recovery, and prevention. We also talk about the path to sports medicine, prepping for the combine and Ted Lasso. Superfan has an outstanding Hoard segment with old pictures too!
The gang welcomes, Elks Hype Man extraordinaire, Coach Vic into the District! We talk all things Elks Free Agency, what we are excited for for this season and hype videos. We also delve into more of the CFL Free Agency moves. This season is dedicated to Christian Saulsberry. If you'd like to donate to the Christian Saulsberry Fund please click here: https://www.gofundme.com/f/christian-saulsberry-memorial-fund
Richard Bagan and Brent Stephen, form the Elks media content crew, join the gang to kick off Season 9! We talk about social media effect on bringing people to the team and getting to know the players. We also catch up on the recent signings, the new schedule and prepare for Free Agency.
This season is dedicated to the memory of Christian Saulsberry.
Morley Scott and Dave Campbell jump into the virtual District to talk about the season that was for the Elks. The "goods", the "bads" and the "what next" all get covered. Plus, we make our picks for the 2022 Grey Cup Playoffs. Proud member of the Alberta Podcast Network. Locally Grown. Community Supported.
The Elks new electric kick returner, Christian Saulsberry, joins the crew in the virtual district! We also break down the latest home loss and set up the final game of the year. Proud member of the Alberta podcast Network. Locally grown. Community Supported.
Andrew flies solo to talk about the latest Elks loss and set up the home game against the Argos. We are officially out of the playoffs so 2023 starts now. Proud member of The Alberta Podcast Network. Locally Grown. Community Supported.
Welcoming another CFL Family member to the District! Liz joins us, as a new EE season seat holder, to talk about setting the home loss record, what the team is doing well and what happens this week against the Bombers. Proud member of The Alberta Podcast Network. Locally Grown, Community Supported.
One of the latest Elks stars, RB Kevin Brown, joins the crew to tell us about his first month playing in the CFL. Plus, the Alouettes Flightdeck crew, Tim Capper and CliffyD, jump on to set up this week's game. Proud member of the Alberta Podcast Network. Locally Grown. Community Supported.
It's a bye week after a big Elks win! This week, instead of a full show, we put together the Overtime AMA segment from episode 250. Hope you enjoy listening as much as we did answering! Proud member of the Alberta Podcast Network. Locally Grown. Community Supported.
We made it! Episode 250 brings the gang together to do a bit of an Ask Me Anything. We pack that around our recap of the latest home loss and setting up this week's game in Regina. Thanks to everyone for their questions and interactions! Proud member of the Alberta Podcast Network. Locally Grown. Community Supported.
Ryan Ballantine, from CFL Horsemen, joins in to interpretate the Labour Day Classic game. Yes, the Elks lost but there were positives! We also set up the rematch for this week. Proud member of the Alberta Podcast Network. Locally Grown. Community Supported.
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Jeannine, From Mouchoir: A REDBLACKS Podcast, joins the gang to talk about the first and second games between the Elks and REDBLACKS. Elks win round 1 (yay!)! Will they do it again? What is next for the team in the capitol? Still get Hoard and PickEms as usual.
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Second year Elks LB, and birthday boy, Nyles Morgan joins the boys in the virtual District to talk about his time with the team so far. We also break down another loss and set up this week's game in Ottawa. Proud member of the Alberta Podcast Network. Locally Grown, Community Supported.
Some hostful fun as the gang has a cathartic session about the latest blowout loss. We preach patience and look forward to this week's game with the induction of 3 players to the Wall OF Honor.
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Elks QB/RB/Everything offense player, Kai Locksley, is in the virtual district with Andrew and Kayla. He tells us to stay patient as the team grows, what it's like to play multiple positions and Canadian hospitality. We also set up this week's game against BC.
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One of the greatest DBs to play in Green and Gold, Joe Hollimon, is headed to the Wall of Honor and stopped by the virtual District to talk to Andrew and Mike about it. He tells us some great stories of his playing days and what it means to go on the wall. We also break down the latest game and do some PickEms for the bye week.
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Dave Jamieson (Jaimo), from TSN1260, is back in the District to talk the Elks team, the win from last week and set up this weeks game against the Bombers. He also sprinkles in some Ricky Ray stories!
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Elks new MLB, Brady Sheldon, joins the crew to talk about his journey of 7 teams in 5 years (NFL and CFL) and how he has landed in Edmonton. He talks about his interception in the big win against Hamilton and how the team is prepping this week for Calgary.
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Manny Arceneaux is in the virtual district to talk about his career so far and his last two months with the Elks. He positive attitude is infectious! The gang also wraps up the latest loss and sets up this week's tilt with the Tabbies.
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the gang is joined by Elisha Torraville, the first woman to be a part of the Women in Football program with the Elks, and now a Football Ops Coordinator with the team! Elisha tells us about playing football, finding a space in football and the experience of being with the team this year. We also recap last week's loss and set up this week's Battle of Alberta. Road Trip!
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Andrew, Mike and Kayla get together to avoid talking about game one that looked like another preseason game for the Elks. It is only week one though so we don't have to panic! We also have you PickEms for this week.
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Andrew and Kayla wrap up training camp with reviewing the second preseason game and the final roster cuts. We give our wild too early predictions and the return of PickEm for Week one games. Football is back!
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Paul is back for his yearly training camp chat and to announce the Jimmy Gaines winner for 2022. We wrap up the CBA chat, review the preseason win and go over EE camp and news from this past week.
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The CFL CBA reached an agreement that then was not ratified by the players. Andrew, Mike and Kayla talk about where things are at. Who stood out through one week of training camp? What did we think of the new uniforms? So much to talk about! Proud member of the Alberta Podcast Network. Locally Grown. Community Supported.
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The gang is back to talk stalled CFL CBA talks, but more importantly, the opening of Elks training camp. We get at least 3 days to see who may be on the team. We break down how the first two days have gone and who has stood out. Proud member of the Alberta Podcast Network. Locally Grown. Community Supported.
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It's a Hostful show! We tackle the latest in the CBA news, ask if there will be a camp to go to, the draft and all the other Elks news in the past few months. Mike teaches us what Saskatchewan means and we call someone a Bueno Huevo. Proud member of the Alberta Podcast Network. Locally Grown. Community Supported.
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Andrew talks about the Elks Global and Canadian draft picks and catches up with AGM Geroy Simon for his thoughts on the first three picks and the trades to get them where they did.
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Elks RB James Wilder Jr joins the gang to talk about Wilder Week and his upcoming kids camp. He tells us stories about entering the league and winning the Grey Cup and his excitement to play for Chris Jones.
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New Assistant General Manager, and CFL Legend, Geroy Simon joins in the virtual district to talk about his first few months on the job. We talk about his early days as a receiver with BC, his transformation to the office and his take on the combine atmosphere. Proud member of the Alberta Podcast Network. Locally Grown. Community Supported.
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One of the greatest receivers to ever play the game, and current EE Alumni President, jumps into the virtual district with the gang! We talk about his start in the CFL, playing with Flutie and Ray, his plans for the alumni and a moment of "he hung up on who?".
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New Elks President/CEO, Victor Cui, joins the gang to talk about his first few weeks in his new position. We talk about the legacy of his home team, him coming home to lead it, and where he sees things going from here. We also talk about his social media presence and his mom's classic Elks call! Proud member of the Alberta Podcast Network. Locally Grown, Community Supported
Former Golden Bear, Ed Ilnicki, joins us to talk about his time in football and his amazing thread on Twitter about fan engagement with the Elks. We discuss the teasers and $99 season seats as great steps! Proud member of the Alberta Podcast Network. Locally Grown. Community Supported
Get to know one of the new guys! Newly signed Offensive Lineman, Mark Korte, joins the guys to talk about coming home to play for the team he watched as a kid. We also break down all the Elks free agency moves and the moves around the CFL. Superfan goes down the book spiral in Horde and Tell too! We apologize for the few audio issues in the show. Proud member of the Alberta Podcast Network. Locally Grown. Community Supported
Lots to talk about as we launch Season 8 of the podcast. The regular crew is back to talk new Pres/CEO, new GM/HC/DC, new coaches, new players...basically all new! We also delve into the Free Agency frenzy with players moving on and new ones headed to the Elks. Proud member of the Alberta Podcast Network. Locally Grown. Community supported.
Our season wrap up show with 630 CHED's Morley Scott and Dave Campbell! We review the year that was and then flush it, to hash out who takes the new GM role. We also talk about upcoming free agents and the shiny new schedule. Proud member of the Alberta Podcast Network. Locally Grown. Community Supported.
Friend of the pod, Kwaku Boateng, is back to talk about the Grey Cup game, some game play rumors and what is with the “hula hoops”? Proud member of the Alberta Podcast Network. Locally grown. Community Supported.
Fan favourite Calvin McCarty jumps into the virtual district to talk about a season with the rivals, changes in Edmonton, and where he'd like to be in the game next. We also break down the division finals and set up the Grey Cup. Happy Grey Cup week! Proud member of the Alberta Podcast Network. Locally Grown. Community Supported.
The Semi-Finals are over and we set up the West Final with Zach from the "Let’s Go Bombers" podcast. He tells us about his fandom and how he started the podcast too.
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The Elks have made some major upper management moves and the gang welcomes Doug to break them all down. We look into what options may be out there and the importance of finding long term solutions. Proud member of the Alberta Podcast Network. Locally Grown. Community Supported.
Quentin from Pay It Forward With Football joins in to talk about the latest loss, and more importantly the Stuff a Wallet campaign! We set up both games for this week along with all of our regular PickEms and some horde items. Proud member of the Alberta Podcast Network. Locally Grown. Community Supported.
Joe Balaneski joins in to talk about the first time the Elks go winless at home for a season. We did find positives! We also have our PickEm for this week and set up the rematch with the Riders. Proud member of The Alberta Podcast Network. Locally Grown. Community Supported.
New Featured Fan Derek joins Andrew and Mike to talk about the Elks going to 6 straight losses at home. What are Derek’s thoughts on ideas to bring people back and music variety. Plus we set up the last home game of the year. Is it Arbuckle time? Proud member of the Alberta Podcast Network. Locally Grown. Community Supported.
Featured Fan Celeste is in the virtual Turf District to talk about game attendance, ideas for game day and set up this week’s match against the TiCats. Proud member of the Alberta Podcast Network. Locally Grown. Community Supported.
Featured fan Matt Pretty is in the virtual district to talk another Elks loss and the trade of Trevor Harris. He poses some great questions on where to go next with the team and we do our best to answer with some solutions. More footballs in the Horde and PickEms as always! Proud member of the Alberta Podcast Network. Locally Grown. Community Supported.
Happy Thanksgiving! Travis, from 2andOut podcast, joins Andrew in a CFPN/APN crossover to talk about the latest Elks loss and all the shenanigans off the field. The gents talk about this week's rematch with the Bombers and do some PickEms for the other two games on the CFL Sched. Proud member of the Alberta Podcast Network. Locally Grown. Community Supported
The gang is back in the virtual district to talk about the loss to the RedBlacks…yes…the RedBlacks again. Joined by fellow CFPN podcaster Ryan Koop to talk about the Bomber game this week and what we can expect against the best team in the league. Proud member of the Alberta Podcast Network. Locally Grown. Community Supported.
Jeannine, from the Mouchoir Podcast, jumps into the virtual Turf District to set up the game in Ottawa and what we can expect on a (vegan Taco) Tuesday night. The HistorEE Segment looks back to a great game from a century ago, plus own some great CFL items! Proud member of the Alberta Podcast Network. Locally Grown. Community Supported.
Another hostful episode to break down the loss to Winnipeg and the premiere of Taylor Cornelius at QB. Superfan has some new horde items and we get our picks in for the three games this week. Proud member of the Alberta Podcast Network. Locally Grown. Community Supported.
The gang is back for some hostful fun! We break down the third loss at home for the Elks and why home cooking isn’t working. We also set up the scary prospect of having to play the Bombers 3 out of the next 4 games. Hint: run the ball… Proud member of the Alberta Podcast Network. Locally grown. Community supported.
The boys welcome Brazilian Ty to the virtual Turf District to talk about a Labour Day win! Yes, a Labour Day WIN! Mike brings a new Horde item and we set up the Return Classic with the Stamps this week. Proud member of the Alberta Podcast Network. Locally Grown. Community Supported.
After the unplanned bye week, the guys bring in everyone's favourite villain, Ryan from Horsemen Radio to talk about COVID protocols, vaccine requirements, and more! Oh ya, we also set up the Labour Day game. Proud member of the Alberta Podcast Network. Locally grown. Community supported.
Former Green and Gold receiver and now TSN 1250 Argo color commentator, Natey Adjei, joins the gang in the virtual Turf District! He tells of about his first game in the booth, his thoughts on the Elks and Argos wins last week and we talk if there even will be a game this week. Superfan Mike has an amazing history segment and a horde item to match! Proud member of the Alberta Podcast Network. Locally grown. Community supported.
Paul Rechner kind us in the virtual Turf District to talk about the back to back losses and what we see may be issues. We set up this week’s game in BC and pick the over/under on Elks TDs. Proud member of the Alberta Podcast Network. Locally grown. Community supported.
The gang chats last week’s loss to Ottawa but, more importantly, how it was to be back at the stadium for a game. We also set up this week’s game with Montreal with our friends from the FlightDeck, Tim Capper and CliffyD!
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Season Preview show! Joined in the virtual turf district by Morley Scott and Dave Campbell to break down the Elks final roster and how we think this team will do. For the first time in 20 months, we set up this week's game against the RedBlacks and do PickEms for all the games this week. As tradition would have, we wrap up with "Twas the Night Before Football" reading. Proud member of the Alberta Podcast Network. Locally Grown. Community Supported.
The gang gets together to talk about the first two days of training camp, player moves and too early bold predictions. Plus questions from the listeners! Proud member of the Alberta Podcast Network. Locally Grown. Community Supported.
The boys are back to talk the return of the CFL, Elks moves, depth charts and retirees. Get ready for training camp! This show dedicated to the loss of our good friend Brian Edwards.
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Jaimo is back in the Virtual Turf District to talk to the gang about the brand new name and logo of the Edmonton Elks! (Spoiler: we all like it) We also talk CFL Draft, signings and if the season start in August. Proud member of the Alberta Podcast Network. Locally Grown. Community Supported.
The podcast turns 200 between iterations and the gang is back to talk all things CFL and Double E. We chat season delay, EE retirements, the 2021 EE coaching staff, Global draft picks and more. Come join the huddle! Proud member of the Alberta Podcast Network. Locally Grown. Community Supported.
Andrew and Kayla are joined by Stephanie (CFL Horsemen), Sheldon (Piffles Pod website) and Greg "Smitty" (CFL Films.ca) to talk about a number of CFL topics. We cover the new offer from the CFL to the CFLPA, players retiring, will stadiums be able to have fans, football streaming service and the latest in CFL/XFL talks. Great guests with some really good points on where our league stands (spoiler - it's not all bad). Proud member of the Alberta podcast Network. Locally Grown. Community Supported.
Dave Jamieson from TSN1260 joins the guys to chat CFL/XFL talks and Calvin McCarty. Jaimo brings his amazing stories as always! Proud member of the Alberta Podcast Network. Locally Grown. Community Supported.
Ricky Collins Jr. jumps into the virtual Turf District to talk about his CFL days, who was the funniest in the EE REC corps and his plans after announcing his retirement last week. The gang does a new music review, talks new signings and the hope surrounding CFL/CFLPA presenting Return to Play plans to government. Proud member of the Alberta Podcast Network. Locally Grown. Community Supported.
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Commissioner K and The Freep meet online to talk Edmonton Football Team NameGame, new signings pre and post Free Agency and the EE 2021 schedule (with fingers tightly crossed). We also get into some of the other free agent signings across the CFL. We are a part of the Alberta Podcast Network. Locally Grown, Community Supported.
Back under the new brand: Andrew, Superfan Mike and Commissioner K get back to talking football in the Turf District. What better way to start off than welcoming the new Head Coach, Jamie Elizondo! (Who was amazing) We also talk all the signings, upcoming free agency and what’s to come on the pod. Proud member of the Alberta Podcast Network. Locally grown. Community Supported.