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EST Afternoons with Hernan Salas & Joaquin GageBrian Swane + NFL Rivalries Uniforms + Red Light District - August 28th, 2025 - Hour 1Hernan Salas returns from vacation to reunite with former Oilers goalie Joaquin Gage on today's edition of the show! What did Connor McDavid have to say at Olympic Orientation Camp and what are the big stories surrounding the Elks, day one of practice? Brian Swane from Alberta Basketball stops by to preview the upcoming Alberta Basketball 50th Anniversary Gala Dinner. Gager also brings you the Red Light District!
2025-08-2850 min
The Hockey Writers Podcast NetworkThe Hockey Writers Ice Time - Stars & Oilers RematchThe Western Conference Final is here! The Dallas Stars face the Edmonton Oilers, and there are matchups on top of storylines for this series. How will the Stars win this series? Can the Oilers big guns take over? Who wins and why? Brian Swane joins Mike Fink to dive into it all!!Follow The Hockey Writers:Twitter - https://twitter.com/TheHockeyWriterInstagram - https://www.instagram.com/thehockeywriters_Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/TheHockeyWriters/Substack - https://thehockeywriters.substack.com/Graphics by Vince Richard - https://www.behance.net/vincergraphics
2025-05-1957 min
The Hockey Writers Podcast NetworkThe Hockey Writers Ice Time - 2025 Playoff PreviewThe Stanley Cup Playoffs are around the corner, and the excitement is palpable. It's why this week's episode is a double one, as Mike Fink is joined by Brian Swane and Zach Martin to talk all about the playoffs, from the burning questions to overlooked stars to fun predictions. Make sure to like, share, and review Ice Time wherever you get your podcasts!!Follow The Hockey Writers:Twitter - https://twitter.com/TheHockeyWriterInstagram - https://www.instagram.com/thehockeywriters_Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/TheHockeyWriters/Substack - https://thehockeywriters.substack.com/Graphics by Vince Richar
2025-04-161h 00
Peel: A PMQ Pizza PodcastEpisode 27: Stephanie Swane of Modernist Cuisine and Laura Meyer of Pizzeria Da LauraStephanie Swane, publisher of Modernist Cuisine, as well as Laura Meyer, owner and operator of Pizzeria Da Laura in Berkeley, California, join the show (3:53). Stephanie and Laura discuss how they became acquainted, their new joint venture, Fork to Future, and what they have planned for Women’s Pizza Month. Laura also talks about founding Pizzeria Da Laura and competing on the international stage, while Stephanie shares how she became so deeply embedded in the pizza community, as well as her new IG Live spin-off series, Any Way You Slice It. Later in the show, Brian Hernandez joins for a Style Gu...
2025-03-031h 12
Hoop City with Paul SirCanada's Olympic Team Disappointment, Doug McLean, and Gold Medal Match PreviewIn this episode, Brian Swane and Ryan Reed discuss the Canadian Men's Basketball team and what went wrong and why. They also touch on the Gold Medal Match and are joined by Doug McLean to further discuss his experience in Paris as well as the Stingers season that he does PxP commentary for. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
2024-08-1048 minHoop City with Paul SirAngel Reese vs Caitlin Clark, Raptors Summer League with Libaan Osman, and Reed ClarkeIn this episode, Paul Sir, Brian Swane and Ryan Reed discuss a heated ROTY race in the WNBA as well as Raptors Summer league with Libaan Osman on the ground in Vegas. Reed Clarke also joins the show to chat basketball with Paul to kick the episode off.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
2024-07-131h 00Hoop City with Paul SirNBA Free Agency, Demar Derozan Kings Rumours and Alex Adams on Team CanadaIn this show, Brian Swane, Paul Sir and Ryan Reed touch on all things NBA including Paul George to Philly, Klay Thompson to Dallas and Demar Derozan's possible move to Sacramento. Alex Adams (Raptors Republic) also joins the show to discuss his reporting with Team Canada's men's basketball team and gives recent reports regarding Andrew Wiggins and Trey Lyles, as well as gives what he thinks the starting 5 will end up being.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
2024-07-061h 03Hoop City with Paul SirBronny James, Andrew Wiggins' Team Canada Snub and NBA Draft TalkIn this episode, Paul Sir, Ryan Reed and Brian Swane talk all things basketball. They dive into Bronny James' selection by the Lakers, Andrew Wiggins' snub from Team Canada and more!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
2024-06-291h 18Hoop City with Paul SirNBA Talk, Michelle Plouffe, Steve Sir and Ryan WolstatIn this episode, Paul Sir, Brian Swane and Ryan Reed discuss the NBA Finals and what the landscape now looks like in the NBA. They also interview Team Canada's Michelle Plouffe and FIBA 3x3's Steve Sir and end the podcast with the Toronto Star's Ryan Wolstat.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
2024-06-2456 min
Heavy Hockey Network: Your One-Stop NHL and Hockey Universe99 Forever Podcast - Episode 97 with Brian SwaneBrian Swane from thehockeywriters.com joins host Eric Friesen to discuss the Edmonton Oilers winning the 2024 Western Conference championship and reaching the Stanley Cup Final for the first time since 2006.
2024-06-081h 41
Heavy Hockey Network: Your One-Stop NHL and Hockey Universe99 Forever Podcast - Episode 82 with Brian SwaneBrian Swane from thehockeywriters.com joins host Eric Friesen to discuss the Edmonton Oilers franchise-record winning streak and Connor McDavid's incredible achievements at age 27.
2024-01-202h 00
Heavy Hockey Network: Your One-Stop NHL and Hockey Universe99 Forever Podcast - Episode 55 with Brian SwaneBrian Swane (@BrianSwane) from @GoElks and @TheHockeyWriter joined host Eric Friesen (@EricJFriesen) to discuss the Edmonton Oilers Hall of Fame and whether the upcoming season is the Oilers best chance to win a Stanley Cup since 1990.
2022-10-112h 30
Back In The Dayguest Bill CurleyFormer NBA forward Bill Curley shares memories from his career and talks about his connection with Boston, where he grew up, played at Boston College, and now coaches at Emerson College.
2021-02-1741 minBack In The Dayguest Robert ChurchwellFormer Golden State Warriors guard Robert Churchwell talks about playing for coach John Thompson at Georgetown, and life in the CBA while he chased his NBA dream.
2021-02-1035 minBack In The Dayguest Brad BurnsSeattle Sonics historian Brad Burns talks about the Seattle teams of the 1990s, why the Sonics moved to Oklahoma City, and if the NBA will come back to the city.
2021-02-0333 min
Back In The Dayguest Tom LeanderTom Leander, Phoenix Suns game host on Fox Sports Arizona, shares his memories of the late Paul Westphal, coach of the 1993 NBA Finalist Suns and 2019 inductee into the Naismith Hall of Fame.
2021-01-1027 minBack In The Dayguest Cedric Henderson1998 NBA All-Rookie Second Team member Cedric Henderson shares memories from his playing career, from the University of Memphis to the Cleveland Cavaliers and Golden State Warriors.
2021-01-0324 minBack In The Dayguest Tom MayenknechtTom Mayenknecht, host of the Sport Market on TSN Radio, talks about his role in creating the identities for the Toronto Raptors and Vancouver Grizzlies, why the Grizzlies left Vancouver, and if the NBA could return to Western Canada.
2020-12-2737 minBack In The Dayguest Jim KellyJim Kelly, former Toronto Raptors Director of Player Personnel and the team's first Director of Scouting, talks about the Raptors early draft picks and acquisitions, the evolution of scouting, and more.
2020-12-1321 minBack In The Dayguest Clarence Weatherspoon13-year NBA veteran Clarence Weatherspoon talks about being a lottery pick in the 1992 Draft, participating in the 1993 Slam Dunk contest, being nicknamed "Baby Barkley" and more.
2020-12-0600 minBack In The Dayguests Coleen Dufrense & Tom KendallLegendary Canadian university women's basketball coaches Coleen Dufense and Tom Kendall look back on the classic game between Dufrense's Manitoba Bisons and Kendall's Winnipeg Wesmen on December 2, 1994, when Manitoba ended Winnipeg's record-tying win streak with a stunning upset.
2020-11-2900 minBack In The Dayguest Don ReidDon Reid talks about going from being the final selection of the 1995 NBA Draft to a career with the Detroit Pistons, Washington Wizards and Orlando Magic, and shares reflections on his coach at Georgetown, the legendary John Thompson.
2020-11-2200 minBack In The Dayguest John LashwayJohn Lashway shares his memories from working in the front office of the Toronto Raptors when the team launched, and discusses the 1995 NBA Draft in Toronto.
2020-11-1500 minBack In The Dayguest Alaa AbdelnabyAlaa Abdelnaby, a veteran of five NBA seasons out of Duke University, talks about playing for Coach K, taking on Michael Jordan in the 1992 NBA Finals, his friendship with the late Reggie Lewis, and being the first Egyptian-born player in NBA history.
2020-11-0800 minBack In The Dayguests Mike Inglis & Steve PhysiocMike Inglis, the first radio play-by-play broadcaster for the Toronto Raptors, and Steve Physioc, the first TV play-by-play broadcaster for the Vancouver Grizzlies, share their memories on the 25th anniversary of the inaugural NBA season for the two Canadian teams.
2020-11-0200 minBack In The Dayguest Reggie GearyArizona Wildcats great Reggie Geary shares his reflections of Hall of Fame coach Lute Olsen, and discusses his NBA Draft experience and coaching in Japan.
2020-10-2500 minBack In The Dayguest God ShammgodFormer Washington Wizards point guard and current Dallas Mavericks development coach God Shammgod talks about his iconic dribble move, being part of Providence's Cinderella run in the 1997 NCAA tournament, growing up in Harlem with some of the biggest names in hip-hop, and getting his own signature shoe after retiring.
2020-10-1900 minBack In The Dayguest Ashraf AmayaOne of the original members of the Vancouver Grizzlies, Ashraf Amaya, looks back on his time with the team during its inaugural NBA season in 1995-96.
2020-10-1300 minBack In The Dayguest Val AckermanThe first president of the WNBA and the current Big East commissioner Val Ackerman looks back on launching the WNBA in 1997 and the early days of the league.
2020-10-0400 minBack In The Dayguest Shawn Swords2000 Canadian men's basketball guard Shawn Swords looks back on that team on the 20th anniversary of its unforgettable run at the Sydney Olympic Games.
2020-09-2744 minBack In The Dayguest Jason SasserJason Sasser talks about March Madness at Texas Tech, playing for the Vancouver Grizzlies, life in the Continetnal Basketball Association, and being part of the 1998 USA World Championship Team.
2020-09-2037 minBack In The Dayguest Earl "The Twirl" CuretonTwo-time NBA champion Earl Cureton talks about playing for both the Pistons and Bulls in the 80s, being a part of the expansion Charlotte Hornets and closing out his career with the Toronto Raptors, as well as the role of sports in society.
2020-09-1341 minBack In The Dayguest Tyrone NesbyFormer Los Angelers Clippers and Washington Wizards swingman Tyrone Nesby talks about helping UNLV return to prominence, making the NBA after being passed over in the 1998 Draft, and playing with Michael Jordan during Jordan's second comeback.
2020-09-0636 minBack In The Dayguest Rick TraerFormer Canada Basketball executive director Rick Traer reminisces about the 1994 FIBA World Championships in Toronto, which featured Dream Team 2, a young Steve Nash, and set the stage for the NBA debut of the Toronto Raptors.
2020-08-3137 minBack In The Dayguest Jim McIlvaineFormer NBA centre Jim McIlvaine talks about his current pursuits, and reminisces about some of his memorable moments as a player, including blocking nine shots in one game against the iconic 1996 Chicago Bulls.
2020-08-2351 minBack In The Dayguest Tammi ReissRhode Island Rams women's coach Tammi Reiss who helped Virginia reach three straight Final Fours between 1990 and 1992 and played for Utah during the WNBA's first two seasons in 1997 and 1998, reminisces about her basketball career and discusses her acting roles in movies and on TV.
2020-08-1650 minBack In The Dayguest Tracy MurrayOne of the top three-point shooters of the '90s, Tracy Murray talks about his NBA career, sharing many memories of his time in Toronto, as well as his 50-point game, being part of the 1995 NBA champion Houston Rockets, and his wild experience at the 1992 NBA Draft.
2020-08-101h 00
The Starting RotationCEBL CHAMPIONSHIP FINAL: Edmonton Stingers vs Fraser Valley Bandits Pregame ShowAnother special edition of The Starting Rotation as we set up the Edmonton Stingers and Fraser Valley Bandits. Host Brian Swane is joined by Kiera Lyons and Avry Lewis-McDougall as they break down what to look for in the Championship Game.
2020-08-0914 min
The Starting RotationSummer Series: Edmonton vs Ottawa Postgame ShowThis special edition of The Starting Rotation has host Brian Swane breakdown the Edmonton Stingers semifinal win over the Ottawa Blackjacks. Hear analysis from Kiera Lyons and Avry Lewis-McDougall chats with Stingers point guard Xavier Moon.
2020-08-0912 min
The Starting RotationCEBL Summer Series: Edmonton Stingers vs Ottawa Blackjacks semifinal pre-game showIn this special edition of The Starting Rotation, host Brian Swane breaks down the CEBL Summer Series semifinal game between the Edmonton Stingers and Ottawa Blackjacks with Kiera Lyons and Avry Lewis-McDougall.
2020-08-0824 minBack In The Dayguest Rich ManningRich Manning talks about making it to the NBA from the CBA, playing with the Vancouver Grizzlies in their inaugural season, and what he's up to today.
2020-08-0316 minBack In The Dayguest Keith "Mister" JenningsOne of the shortest players in NBA history, five-foot-seven Keith "Mister" Jennings, talks about his journey to the NBA, playing for the Golden State Warriors in the mid-90s, and his current role as women's basketball coach at Lees-McRae College.
2020-07-2733 minBack In The Dayguest John CrottyJohn Crotty, who played point guard for several seasons in Utah, shares his memories of the Jazz's legendary Hall of Fame coach Jerry Sloan, who passed away in May 2020.
2020-07-2016 minBack In The Dayguest Jerome "Pooh" RichardsonMinnesota's first-ever draft pick, Jerome "Pooh" Richardson, talks about the early days of the T-Wolves, his relationship with Kobe Bryant, the evolution of the point guard position, and who would win games of one-on-one and H-O-R-S-E between Will Ferrell and Adam Sandler.
2020-07-1530 minBack In The Dayguest Tony MassenburgTony Massenburg talks about being part of the Toronto Raptors and Vancouver Grizzlies during the NBA's first seasons in Canada, his connection to Len Bias, holding the record for playing with the most NBA teams, and winning a championship with the San Antonio Spurs.
2020-07-0248 min
Back In The Dayguest Matt BullardMatt Bullard relives the Houston Rockets journey to the 1994 NBA championship, and his role on the team, including being part of the voided trade with Detroit in the middle of the 1993-94 season.
2020-06-271h 00
The Starting RotationThe Starting Rotation Episode OneIn this episode, we chat about how the Edmonton Stingers' inaugural season looked, how the team and league is shaping up going into CEBL free agency and the return of Brody Clarke to the University of Alberta Golden Bears.
The Starting Rotation brings you basketball talk from the CEBL and other professional and amateur leagues. This show features a rotating panel of hosts including Marc Majeau, Avry Lewis-McDougall, Jason Hills, Kiera Lyons and Brian Swane.
2020-01-3032 min
Avry's Sports ShowBrian SwaneOn the latest episode of Avry's Sports Show, freelance basketball writer Brian Swane joined me in studio to chat about the NBA playoffs and free agency, Big3 and Canada's love and history in 3 on 3 hoops!Follow Brian at @BrianSwane onTwitter!--- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/appSupport this podcast: https://anchor.fm/avrys-sportsshow/support Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2017-07-0551 min