Huddle Up! with Matias Bueno: Recent Episodes
Matias Bueno
Matias chats with significant figures from all over who share stories of how sports have impacted their lives.
An up and coming sports media star, Emmy talks about her love for sports, what it means to be an inspirtation to women in the industry and what some of her ultimate goals are!
One of Edmonton's finest chats about his childhood sports experiences, favourite things about going to live events and his unpopular but strong opinion about sports!
Jeff breaks down the Bombers 2022 season so far and shares insight from what he's learned as an investigative reporter covering difficult but important stories around the country.
Legendary sports broadcaster Chris Cuthbert takes a trip down memory lane and shares stories from his favourite games and moments from his career and childhood!
Daniella covers the Saskatchewan Roughriders and loves the CFL! She also shared her story of being inspired to work as a sports broadcaster and the different experiences of her journey so far.
Alex works for Sportsnet doing social media content, graphic design and other various creative duties! He talks about covering the Raptors 2019 championship run as his first assignment on the job, what it was like covering the 2022 Stanley Cup Final on location and shares tips on how one can get started as a creative in sports!
JC from 3 Down Nation breaks down what's going on with each team around the CFL, the good, bad and ugly!
Ryan has been working as TSN's bureau reporter in Edmonton for almost 20 years and has a whole wack of great memories from different events he's covered and athletes he's interviewed. The Got Yer Back pod is something Ryan started in 2022 with former NHL player Jason Strudwick to highlight stories of ordinary people doing incredible things!
Sarah dove into covering the CFL right in the heart of Ontario with the Toronto Argonauts. She also recounts how she wound up working in sports after having a passion for fashion and news!
Margo works as a producer for Sportsnet Central and plays a significant part in making the magic happen behind the scenes. She talks about what it was like to work during historic events such as Crosby's Golden Goal in 2010, the passing of Kobe Bryant and the Olympic Games!
Dhanung is a charismatic host who has worked in a variety of areas in media. From NBA G League to CEBL and Blog TO (Toronto), he shares what makes him great at having a multitude of roles! Plus, he is a big movie buff and chats about some of his favourite films!
Salim grew up in Edmonton watching the Oilers during his childhood. That passion drove him to work in sports journalism, where he currently covers Calgary sports for TSN and shares insight he learned during his time as a student at Concordia University in Montreal.
Mark Stephen joins the show to chat about the Stampeders' 2022 CFL season opening win against the Montreal Alouettes, Stampeders history and other stories from his time covering sports in Cow Town over four decades.
Keegan has had a unique path from Nova Scotia to Toronto. He stresses the importance of taking care of yourself because burnout can have serious negative effects. He also shares what makes his home province special, how the influence of his parents helped shape his career and why life is bigger than your job.
Scott has worked in many sports as a broadcaster and travelled to almost every state in America. He shares the best spots of his journey thus far, what is great about being in Jacksonville and why working in Minor League Baseball is so special!
Sean shares stories of his life growing up with many brothers and his father, who has been the radio voice of the Toronto Maple Leafs for three decades. He comes from a strong lineage of Leafs, Packers and Fighting Irish fandoms.
Will Lou has had his work featured in many publications and is known for his coverage of the Raptors with Sportsnet hosting The Raptors Show with Alex Wong. We chatted about his footy fandom, which is actually the sport he loves most. Plus, Will talks about how his journey from pursuing pre-medicine at McMaster to following his passion for sports. Follow him for more outstanding NBA content @William_Lou on Twitter!
Emelie wears a number of different hats in the industry. She opened up about the challenges she faced when his first job in the industry didn't happen because of COVID. Emelie then started her podcast and used it as a tool to learn about the industry and gain hard skills, which lead her into digital hosting for The Parleh. She was also part of Jays Force, the Blue Jays' cheer team, which helped with her current role with Blue Jays Central.
Sean is a senior writer at The Athletic. He has written books about minor hockey including his most recent in 2019 called "Before the Lights Go Out: A Season Inside a Game on the Brink". The book focuses on issues that exist in minor hockey we discuss ways they can be remedied in the long term. He also shared insight on his work with The Athletic, in particular about his work interviewing people who work in sports media and how they adapt to the everchanging landscape.
Brit is a rising star reporter working currently in Regina for CTV. She discussed the several sports fandoms she is part of and also discussed what she loves most about her job!
Dan is the national football writer for the Canadian Press and discussed different CFL news topics such as the CFL Draft (May 3rd, 2022), his most fond memories covering the league since the early 1980s and the importance of tradition with the potential modifications to the ratio/rules.
Glen went from being one of the best safeties in the CFL to one of the best broadcasters in Canadian football. He talks about the 1989 Saskatchewan Roughriders, who became icons after their Grey Cup victory in a 43-40 thriller over the Hamilton Tiger-Cats. Glen also shares why he loves the CFL and the importance of keeping the Canadian aspect alive and strong.
Matt Dunigan had an illustrious career in the CFL. He was inducted into the Canadian Football Hall of Fame in 2006, won two Grey Cups (1987 & 1991) and is currently a CFL on TSN Analyst. He shares memories and stories from his time on the 1991 Toronto Argos, their most iconic championship team in history.
Mike joins the show to share insight and relive the 1991 Toronto Argos, the club's most iconic Grey Cup victory. With the likes of John Candy, Wayne Gretzky and Bruce McNall at the helm, it was a wild ride that still has relevance some 30 years later.
Ainsley joins the show to talk about her new gig as a CTV News Reporter in Winnipeg, her love for standup comedy, Canadian football and more!
Eric joins the show to talk about how he got his job at the CFL and what it takes to work in professional sports. He also talks about his Portuguese heritage and what it means to him.
Senior Reporter for the Jacksonville Jaguars J.P. Shadrick joined the show to breakdown the Jaguars free agency moves so far, Tony Boselli's induction into Canton and share some stories from the early part of his career, including which cities in Canada he enjoyed the most! His answer may surprise you!
That's a Boomsies! Canadian sports media icon Dan O'Toole joins the show to chop it up about his new venture, famous things from his hometown of Peterborough and more! Check out "Boomsies!" wherever you get your podcasts!
Basketbsall junkie from Yahoo Sports Canada Ben Carlos joins the show to chat Raptors basketball, content creation and more! Check him out on YouTube, Twitter and Insta (@BenJCarlos)!
Host of the Wally and Methot Podcast Brent Wallace joins the show today. Brent shares behind the scenes details of what goes into having a full time podcast and how it started after being let go by TSN. He also talks about what life as a sports reporter is like and how he got his start in the industry.
Welcome to the 100th episode! Canadian sports podcast legend Tas Melas joins the show today to talk about a whole variety of topics. He reflects on the wild ride of starting out in a downtown Toronto apartment recording a podcast for fun to working for the Athletic down in Atlanta. Tas also describes what the great Greek triumph of 2004 meant to him and his thoughts on sports talk shows.
The voice of the Saskatoon Blades, Les Lazaruk, joins the show to chat about his time in the WHL over 28 years and counting. He also shares stories from the early days of his career in Winnipeg and what he believes to be the most iconic Canadian sports moment.
Seth is well known for his work with SB Nation/Secret Base. Rewinder is the main series he's featured in along with several others. We talked about some of his favourite oddities in sports, what life is like as a Knicks fan, being from North Jersey and how his job at SB Nation came to be.
Craig Forrest was the CMNT goalkeeper from 1988-2002. He played in England for Ipswich and talked about his time playing overseas in the top flight of English football as a Canadian, something that was not very common back then. He also talks about the expansion of the game at the international stage and where Canada fits in as a growing football nation.
Former Jacksonville Jaguars Offensive Lineman joined the show to chat about his story. He reflects on some memorable times down in Duval, plus some of his thoughts on what the Jaguars should do in the off-season. Check out his podcast "The Lineman Life" and his YouTube channel (Uche Nwaneri)!
Ryerson's finest Juan Morales joined the show to chat extensively about his experience with working in social media! We talked about the influence of meme culture on content creation, how becoming great is rooted in just starting and it was loads of fun. Check out Juan's socials @77jmorales and his YouTube channel Juan Morales!
Straight out of Syracuse, Raptors play-by-play man Matt Devlin joins the show. He talks about his career as a broadcaster and gives a behind the scenes look at his craft of NBA play-by-play.
Much Music VJ Teddy joins the show to chat about his journey to reviving a Canadian pop culture phenomenon. He describes the adversity he faced with pressure from his parents, breaking barriers and what makes the role of a content creator challenging but rewarding.
One of the greatest football players born and raised in Winnipeg, Manitoba joined the show this week. Chris Walby who is a Canadian Football HOF Lineman, 3x Grey Cup champ and 2x Most Outstanding Lineman chatted about the CFL Free Agency period, shared some stories from his playing days and thoughts on the direction of the league.
The show takes a different and funny turn today, as rising star comedian Neemanaz fills the hour with laughter and motivation. He discusses how he chose the uncovnentional path for a child of immigrants in the world of comedy. Plus, he shares the origins of some of his funniest skits, the importance of creating value, being consistent and many other tips for content creators. Be sure to follow him on TikTok, Instagram, YouTube and Twitter @Neemanaz!
On today's episode long time Defensive Back coach for the Manitoba Bisons joins the show to share insights about his 32 year (and counting) coaching journey with the program. He talked about what makes coaching at the university level special and who some of his biggest influences have been in his football career.
On today's episode one of Sportsnet's Hosts and former Western Mustang Donnovan Bennett joins the show to review the 108th Grey Cup that was. He discussed some of the decisions in the game that changed the outcome, plus about the future of the Canadian aspect of the CFL as a whole.
TSN's Bureau Reporter for Ottawa joins the show to chat about her career working across Canada, and her time as a volleyball player. She sheds light on the sports' popularity around the globe and the importance of having opportunities to play pro after university.
On today's episode footy pundit James Sharman joined the show to talk about the EPL. He shares insight on the rise and fall of United and Liverpool's return to glory. Plus, here some fun facts about one of his favourite athletes, Steve Davis.
All the way from beautiful British Columbia, Fourth Period contributor Irfaan Gaffar joins the show to talk Canucks hockey. He shares the struggles the team has gone through, with rapid changes coming Vancouver's way. He also shares some fun tidbits about his own sports fandoms.
Reporter for 3 Down Nation all the way from the heart of the continent John Hodge is featured in this episode to chat about the 2021 CFL playoffs! He shares his predictions for the East and West Semi-Finals and gives analysis on some questions surrounding a starting QB and Head Coach's future in the CFL.
Helloooo! Canada's adopted son and one half of the Raptors dynamic duo basketball broadcast, Jack Armstrong, joins the show! He shares memories from his career as a coach, gives analysis on the Raptors season so far relating to their young players and talks about his broadcasting origins.
The 1st Tight End in Jacksonville Jaguars history joins the show today! Damon talks about his playing days in Jacksonville plus chats NFL/NBA including memories from his youth watching sports.
A broadcasting legend and all around great guy joins the show today. Some of his work includes but isn't limited to PxP for the NFL on CBS, NBA on TNT, Brooklyn Nets on the YES Network, NCAA Basketball and much more. He chats about how he fell in love with broadcasting, what it's like being a dad and some funny stories from over the years.
On today's episode the host of TSN 1260's most popular show and the new, exciting voice of the CFL on TSN Dustin Nielson joins to talk about his newest play by play job. He shares what life is like as a Detroit Lions fan, explains his Doug Flutie fandom and dives into how he goes about his craft as a National TV PxP broadcaster. Dustin also explains what the best part of being a dad is, so make sure to get the Kleenex ready because it is heartwarming.
One of Jaguars Twitter's favourite personalities and one of 3 hosts of the best Jacksonville Jaguars podcast (Bold Take) joins the show to chat about (you guessed it) Jaguars football. He shares what it's like to be born into cheering for Jacksonville, the highs (few), lows (many) and why cheering for the team is more about the community than the game on the field. Dilla mentions some of his favourite obscure players, favourite memories at the Bank (Jag's stadium) and his thoughts on the team in 2021. Follow him on Twitter (@E_Dilla) and check out Bold Take wherever you get your podcasts to be humoured by men who have endured the existence that is cheering for the Jaguars!
One of Winnipeg's finest is featured on today's episode. Digital Content Creator for BarDown TSN and huge beauty Jesse Pollock jumped on to talk puck and about his favourite team the Winnipeg Jets. Jesse chats about his passion for hockey overall and some of his favourite NHL memories! You can check him out on Twitter @jpolly22, Instagram @jessepollock22 and on YouTube on BarDown's channel!
On today's episode CFL alumnus Eddie Steele gives his analysis of the teams across the league. He also reminisces about his time with the Manitoba Bisons and what made it so impactful. Eddie also talks about who some of his best teammates and coaches were.
University of Calgary Dinos content creator and Track & Field athlete joins the show to discuss his role as a creative with the Dinos Athletics department, and how his journey in sports media has evolved over the last decade. He shares stories from being present to capture the Dinos Vanier Cup victory in 2019 and how impactful it is to tell untold stories of athletes.
Big football guy from Moose Jaw, Saskatchewan joins the show to chop it up about his love for the game and share his story. He's a huge Nickelback fan, is a football nerd, has a great passion for the game and is a team player. Tune in to hear more about what makes people from Moose Jaw a 'gritty group'.
Fantasy and betting analyst from TSN Edge Wesley Cheng joins the show to talk about the fine points of sports betting. He gives insight about what he uses to make the most informed decisions and tips for helping you become a fantasy football champion!
Retired football analyst and Fox Soccer Report legend Bobby McMahon joins the show to talk about Cristiano Ronaldo's return to United, the state of Scottish footy over his life and reminisce on some revolutionary World Cup teams that changed the game.
This week's guest works on air for TSN 1050 in Toronto and is an instructor at Centennial College. Aaron joins the show to talk Blue Jays baseball and CFL. In particular, he reviews how the Jays have made a scorching hot run late in the year, and what the shuffle of the CFL playoffs will look like come December. For excellent sports betting advice follow him on Twitter @aaron_korolnek!
EPSN Host Arda Öcal joins the show to discuss the rampant growth of E-Sports and how it has evolved since the advent of online gaming. We talked about where the sport is headed in the future, and what factors have contributed to the boom in the industry. Arda also reflects on the places he's been that helped him get to ESPN, plus reflects on his coolest travel experience to the Canadian Arctic.
Two of Jacksonville's social media sensations from the Dunn and Drew Podcast join the show today to talk all things Jaguars. They talk about their fandom in Duval, plus share their thoughts on the upcoming season with Urban Meyer and Trevor Lawrence. They host a podcast about sports and pop culture which is based out of Jax that has featured memorable figures from the Jaguars community.
TSN Bureau Reporter for Winnipeg joins the show to discuss what is unique about being from Winnipeg and the impact sports has made on her life. Sara talks about the influence of her father when it comes to her love for football and the Green Bay Packers. Plus, she reflects on the sports scene in Winnipeg and how it has tied nicely into her career as a reporter.
CFL Alumnus and business owner Michael Klassen joins the show to chat about how his time playing football has aided his journey in the food industry. He played for the Stampeders, Alouettes and RedBlacks, before retiring after the 2019 season. He was a Calgary Dino in CIS football and a Canada West champion four straight years. He is currently the owner of Streats Beltline in Calgary (11th Ave) and chats about how his parents influence helped him fit into owning a restaurant.
Steven Caldwell is a man with many hats. Not only is he a studio analyst on-air for TSN's coverage of major soccer tournaments, but he is also involved with athlete development in North America. In this episode we chatted about his footballing career across the Premier League and recount some of the greatest players/teams he's come up against. Steven also shared how his playing career ties into his work with Best Athletes and Horizon Leader Group to help all athletes at develop at the start and transition smoothly end of their careers.
Brand and Communications Director of the IMMAF (International Mixed Martial Arts Federation) joins the show to chat about her work with the growing organization and the vision to bring MMA to the Olympics. Izzy discussed how the sport has exploded in terms of popularity, what some of the issues have been in having the sport recognized and how she got involved with MMA.
2 time Grey Cup champion and 2019 Vanier Cup champion Jabari Arthur graces today's episode with his presence. Jabari dives into the contrast between amateur sports in Canada vs the US, as he played college down south. He also chats about his role as a USports coach now and reflects on his experiences with the Stampeders and Dinos.
Mia is a Sports Anchor at First Action News Jacksonville. She joins the show to chat about her career in broadcasting, what it has been like covering NCAA football and the NFL and what it is like to live in Florida as a New Jersey native.
2 time Grey Cup champion with the Saskatchewan Roughriders Chris Getzlaf joins the show this week to reflect on his CFL career in his hometown. Chris talks about handling adversity in two Grey Cup losses, how it helped the team achieve success in 2013 and what it was like growing up with a sibling that became a professional athlete.
Producer Clark from the Rod Pedersen Show is today's guest, and shares his insight on the Stanley Cup Finals. Clark has also made quite a name for himself on social media through his TikTok account, hosting the SquadCast via Facebook on Tuesday's and producing the RP Show since its infancy. He also explains why it's important to bet on yourself, and how he has done so.
Raptors Reporter for the Athletic Blake Murphy joins the show to chat about Canadian basketball in the Olympics. He analyses the tough scenario that Canadian Men's team faced this Olympic cycle for qualifications and also discusses his other sports fandoms outside of basketball.
Partner and Host of Winnipeg Sports Talk joins the show to chat about the Jets season that was, the hopeful prospect of the 2021 CFL season and what it will mean for fans of Canadian football. Andrew also talks about the rapid career changes he experienced in 2021 and how him and his partner Michael Remis have pivoted to bring compelling sports content to Winnipeg fans through various mediums.
Legendary Jaguars kicker Josh Scobee joins the show to reflect on his career in Duval and chat about the future of the franchise. He recounts some of the famous games and plays he was a part of such as the 2007 playoff game in Pittsburgh and his 50+ yard game winners against the Colts. Josh also shares humourous tales from behind the scenes and encounters with other greats across the NFL.
Brian joins the show to talk about the wrap up of the Winnipeg Jets 2021 playoff run. He goes into details about what went wrong, moves to make next and what they did well. He also shares stories from his time covering the Manitoba Moose, the return of the Jets and his first hand experience with the 2006 Oilers magical run.
Author and sports broadcaster Brendan Dunlop joins the show to talk about his journey of publishing his first book with Dwayne De Rosario and reflects on the wildest football match of his life: the 2016 Euro final.
Noah Thomas became a video creator phenom overnight when he posted a Jaguars hype video on Twitter that was crossed with the Star Wars trailer that blew up immediately. He joins the show today to discuss how he embarked on this creative journey and what the process of video making is like. Noah also talks about his thoughts on the 2021 Jaguars who have brought in Urban Meyer, Trevor Lawrence and Tim Tebow.
ESPN SportsCenter Anchor Nabil joins the show to chat about how he made the jump from TSN in Canada down to Connecticut to work for the biggest sports network in the United States. His shared insight includes what it is like behind the scenes of the network's biggest shows and what life is like as a dad of a young family in a small northeastern town.
The Jaguars All-Pro Linebacker and his TikTok famous wife join the show to talk about their journey through life together. Joe discusses how he went from Wisconsin to the NFL and the adversity he has faced in his pro career. Megan shares some of the highs and lows of being an NFL wife. They also elaborate on the origin of their relationship and goals for the future.
Sports Editor for the Regina Leader Post joins the show to chat about all things Roughriders, including who he would put on the Riders Mount Rushmore, favourite NHL memories and about the current state of the CFL.
Award winning Canadian TV producer Dan Gladman joins the show to talk about the influence of basketball on Toronto sports culture, the GOAT debate in the NBA and the GROAT debate (Greatest Raptor of all time).
9 year NFL All-Pro kicker Mike Hollis joins the show to chat about how he transformed what he learned from his NFL career to helping young kickers in the game today. Mike also discusses stories from the 1990s Jaguars and shares the philosophies that helped him become a better pro.
Assistant coach and technical director for Cavalry FC (CPL) joins the show to talk about his soccer career in Canada, life growing up with his brother Steve and how his childhood helped shape him, his brother and sister to become top level athletes.
Canada's renowned soccer analyst Kristian Jack joins the show to talk about the Euro happening in summer 2021, the future of Canadian footy his favourite football memories.
Multiple award winning Canadian sportscaster and author James Duthie joins the show to chat about his perspective on sports from behind the camera, how he got to TSN and favourite sports memories of all time.
Legendary Voice of the Winnipeg Blue Bombers on CJOB 680 Bob Irving joins the show to reflect on what made the 2019 season so special for the Blue and Gold, plus on memorable players/games from his 45+ seasons calling games for the team.
Host and Producer for the Toronto Raptors Savanna Hamilton joins the show this week to talk Raps basketball, reflect on her CIS/USports basketball career with the Ryerson Rams and chat sports movies.
Former NFL All-Pro Lineman Leon Searcy shares valuable lessons and great stories from his football career. From playing at The U (Miami Hurricanes) with people such as Jimmy Johnson, Michael Irvin, Warren Sapp and Dwayne "The Rock" Johnson to the Pittsburgh Steelers and Jacksonville Jaguars, Leon has experienced it all in the world of pro football. His book 4th Down and Damn- A Lineman's Tale is where he shares all of his insight.
McMaster alumni QB, Tiger-Cats play by play man and creator of Canadian Football Perspective Marshall Ferguson joins the show to reflect on his career with the Marauders, his journey into sports journalism with Canadian football and what makes the Canadian game so special.
Scott talks about his career working for one of the biggest sports networks in North America. He discusses how he became the Senior Highlight manager at TSN, advice on how to succeed in the industry for people entering and fun stories from behind the scenes.
Sports Anchor Jeremy St. Louis joins the show to talk about what life is like working in sports television. He also shares stories of memorable interviews with star studded athletes such as Messi, Ronaldinho and Henry.
Winnipeg standout pro basketball player Emily Potter talks about her mental health journey, its importance and how she raises awareness for it through the Sarah Strong Foundation. She also mentions her favourite basketball moments from playing in Europe and the NCAA Div 1.
Saskatchewan Roughriders kicker Brett Lauther joins the show to talk about the grind of his journey to the CFL from Truro, Nova Scotia and how being from the Maritimes has positively impacted his life.
TSN Football Insider Dave Naylor joins the show to talk about his journalism career in the nation's capital and things he has learned from covering multiple Ottawa CFL franchises.
Hamilton Tiger-Cats Offensive Coordinator Tommy Condell joins the show to talk about the origin of his CFL coaching days with Winnipeg, how he has become the player's coach he's known as today with Hamilton.
Winnipeg Blue Bombers kicker/punter joins the show to talk about his journey as a specialist in the CFL and NFL. He discusses how his routine and style of play have influenced the game and about what is needed to succeed as a veteran player.
CFL Insider, 3 Down Nation managing editor/contributor and CHCH Sports Anchor Justin Dunk joins the show to talk about news around the league regarding free agency. He also discusses his vision for 3 Down Nation and about his career in sports journalism.
Former NBA and Spanish National Team point guard José Calderón reflects on his journey from Euro basketball to the NBA and the importance of embracing the community he became a part of in Toronto as well as mental health needs as professional player.
Former Bombers QB and current HC of the Montreal Alouettes Khari Jones joins the show to share some old stories and reflect on his career as a player and how that has translated into his role now. He also discusses the importance of mental health regarding care for his players and making sure everyone in the locker room is look after.
TSN SportsCentre Reporter Matthew Scianitti joins the show to talk about the increasing importance of taking care of your mental health, incredible moments from his career thus far and some NFL basement banter about his New York Jets fandom.
Saskatchewan sports media icon and Recovery Coach Rod Pedersen joins the show to talk about his new venture hosting a nationally syndicated TV show. He also opens up about his struggle with alcoholism, the importance of mental health and how he got into Recovery Coaching.
The greatest Canadian receiver in CFL history joins the show to reflect on his outstanding career. He talks about the significance of the three Grey Cup wins, the friendships he built and recounts the greatest Grey Cup ever- 2009.
CFL on TSN Analyst and Draft Insider Duane Forde joins the show to talk about his love for the draft and reflects on his own career when he was draft eligible. He also discusses how he went from The Score to TSN and has become a staple of CFL programming.
Edmonton Football Team WR Shai Ross joins the show to talk about his rapid jump from Manitoba Major Football to the CFL. He talks about people who've been influential along the way and about the importance of belief in one's self, effective training and visualization for success.
Voice of the Roughriders on CKRM 620 Derek Taylor joins the show to talk CFL, QBs and the status of the league. He also shares stories of his journey across the sports media landscape including being roommates with Jay Onrait of TSN.
TSN Broadcaster and CFL Insider Farhan Lalji joins the show to talk about the potential 2021 CFL season and logistics around it. He also discusses the journey he took to TSN and key tips for people entering the industry.
Montreal Alouettes LB and Co-Founder of Pro Prep Academy DJ Lalama joins the show to talk about how he learned to become a true pro. He mentions impactful coaches and experiences that helped him and why he wants to give back through Pro Prep.
The Winnipeg Blue Bombers GOAT joins the show to talk about amazing stories of his career, most meaningful touchdowns and how he transitioned into his TV career on TSN.
Former fierce Winnipeg Blue Bomber LB James "Wild" West joins the show to reflect on his career and how he grappled with retiring from pro football to find a greater purpose in life.
Manitoba Bisons' Women's Golf captain Marissa Naylor joins the show to talk about how she came to love golf, the pressure that comes with playing such a tough sport and how she has used it as a vehicle to help her get an education.
Blue Bombers legend James 'Quick' Murphy joins the show to reflect on his HOF career and how he made a name for himself in Winnipeg during their most successful era in football.
Former BC Lion, best selling author on Amazon and outstanding public speaker Angus Reid joins the show to share the wisdom he learned from his OL coach in the CFL. He also talks about how to thrive in life despite the ever changing roles we may have and why how you do things is more important than what you are doing.
Senior Writer/Reporter of the Winnipeg Blue Bombers Ed Tait joins the show to talk Bomber football and all the crazy things he has witnessed in his career. He also reflects on his passion for sports and the historic 2019 Grey Cup win for Winnipeg.
Saskatchewan Roughriders LB Micah Teitz joins the show to talk about his CFL career so far and reflect on how his time playing for the Calgary Dinos prepared him for the pros.
Las Vegas Golden Knight Keegan Kolesar talks about his path to the NHL and the essential things he has learned to hang around in the professional ranks of hockey.
Winnipeg Blue Bombers legend and Canadian Football HOF Punter Bob Cameron joins the show to talk about the incredible luck he had. From being cut 8 times before making the Bombers, being cut again by the Bomber but still winning his job back, he went on to set many records.
SFU DB Coach and Recruiting Coordinator joins the show to discuss how he has handled the pandemic, being a young university level coach and some of the life lessons he's learned in which he attempts to pass on to his players.
Winnipeg QB Coach Aaron Giesbrecht talks QBs and about his career as a player and coach. He also discusses how he came to start his football camp 'Big Air Academy' and what coaching football is all about.
Manitoba Bisons OC Vaughn Mitchell joins the show to talk about his 'why' in coaching, how the Bisons have handled a season off with COVID-19 and an inside look at his philosophy as a coach.
Former Alberta Golden Bears RB and 2017 Hec Creighton winner Ed Ilnicki joins the show to reflect on his career at U of Alberta, his senior year that unexpectedly ended with the Hec Creighton trophy and what football has taught him as he moves into post retirement.
Manitoba Bisons DB Reina Iizuka joins the show to talk about the uphill battle she has faced along the way to becoming the first female USports player and how her childhood experiences helped her to overcome extreme adversity.
Tom Higgins, a man with a wealth of experience in the pro football world, joins the show to share the many different places he's been and people who have impacted his life long journey in football. He played under legendary NCAA coach Lou Holtz, was a player in the NFL & CFL, has coached in the CFL across the league and was also the CFL Director of Officiating.
Pro Speed Coach of many CFL athletes Glenn Bruce joins the show to discuss how he got into training high level athletes to become incredibly fast. He also talks about the mindset he has developed that he passes on to his athletes/students for them to become successful.
The All-Time receptions leader in CFL history joins the show to talk about his illustrious CFL career after coming from a small US college to the importance of leaving a legacy bigger than football in life.
Winnipeg Blue Bombers Alumni and President of the CFL Alumni Association Brett MacNeil joins the show to discuss some great stories of his football journey and why life after retirement is so difficult for most players. He also chimes in with how his role with the CFLAA is here to help those individuals.
TV Anchor and multi-sport PxP guy Mitch Peacock discusses how he followed his true passion of working in sports media despite initial reluctance and how his TV career has taken him across many different borders and to many different events. From Fox Soccer Report to the Olympic Games on CBC, Mitch has done so much!
Manitoba Bisons Alumni Receiver and former CJFL All-Canadian standout Dylan Schrot joins the show to talk about his relentless routine that made him a machine at his position. He touches on visualization, yoga and other key elements of his training regiment and why they're crucial for high level athletes.
CBC TV Host of the Olympic Games and Road to the Olympics Scott Russell joins the show to talk about inspiring moments he has witnessed from covering over 30 years worth of Olympic Games and counting.
Coach Pierre from the Manitoba Bisons (USports Football) joins to talk about his career as a coach from being a full time volunteer to full time faculty staff member. He also discusses some of his best memories as a coach and how he developed his philosophy.
Canadian football journeyman and sports psychology enthusiast Whitman Tomusiak joins to talk about the wild career he had playing in every league of Canadian football and how he has turned to studying the mental aspect.
Langley Rams Offensive Lineman Alumni joins the show to talk about his journey from Manitoba Major Football to being a BCFC All-Star and CJFL All-Canadian in British Columbia.
Elite QB Coach and Langley Rams alumnus Jordan McCarty joins the show to talk about his football career as a player and coach, the influence of his brother (CFL FB) Calvin, his dad and reminisces on some great football stories.
Welcome to Huddle Up! with Matias Bueno. Athletic expert trainer and Legends Football League alumnus Amanda Ruller joins the show to kick things off talking about her incredible journey through sport. She talks about her athletic career, coaching and how her purpose in life drives her.