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Hear ye, Hear ye, CJ Sports podcastEpisode 59: Surrounded by GamesThis week, CJ sports editor Reuben Villagracia previews the Scotties Tournament of Hearts and Ontario Winter Games. We also check in on the Lakehead Thunderwolves' playoff drive.2024-02-1532 minHear ye, Hear ye, CJ Sports podcastEpisode 58: The Return!Your Hear Ye, Hear Ye CJ Sports podcast is back after a short hiatus. Travelled-out host Reuben Villagracia catches up with the Lakehead Thunderwolves and the Thunder Bay sports scene.2023-11-2930 minHear ye, Hear ye, CJ Sports podcastEpisode 57: Hall, hockey and rocksThis week, we talk about the return of the Scotties Tournament of Hearts in Thunder Bay in 2025. We also present an interview with NWO sports hall of fame inductee Jamie Kompon of the Florida Panthers.2023-10-0434 minHear ye, Hear ye, CJ Sports podcastEpisode 56: Legends of the FallThis week, we talk the NWO Sports Hall of Fame inductions, the start of Thunderwolves and Kings hockey season and everything in between!2023-09-2840 minHear ye, Hear ye, CJ Sports podcastEpisode 55: Sure, we can drive (into hockey season)This week, CJ sports editor Reuben Villagracia re-introduces the local hockey season into our lives and reviews Canada's performance so far at the FIBA Basketball World Cup.2023-09-0824 minHear ye, Hear ye, CJ Sports podcastEpisode 54: T.G.I.F.A rare Friday night recording, CJ sports editor Reuben Villagracia talks Thunder City Speedway, the Northwestern Ontario Sports Hall of Fame and a favourite personal topic — professional wrestling!2023-08-2632 minHear ye, Hear ye, CJ Sports podcastEpisode 53: Qualifying offersThis week, CJ sports editor Reuben Villagracia checks in on the Women's Baseball World Cup qualifiers and the conclusion of the Thunder Bay Border Cats baseball season. All that and more!2023-08-1131 minHear ye, Hear ye, CJ Sports podcastEpisode 52: Take Me Out to the BallgameA mid-summer night's edition of the Hear Ye, Hear Ye CJ Sports podcast! Sports editor Reuben Villagracia talks experiencing the Thunder Bay Border Cats and the upcoming big sports events in the area.2023-07-3036 minHear ye, Hear ye, CJ Sports podcastEpisode 51: Chill back in the playoffsThis week, Chronicle-Journal sport editor Reuben Villagracia talks about the Thunder Bay Chill's impressive run to the USL 2 soccer playoffs, the LU Thunderwolves women's basketblal team, the Thunder Bay Border Cats' struggles and previews our Weekend Edition.2023-07-1528 minHear ye, Hear ye, CJ Sports podcastEpisode 50: It's raining Cats and Cricket(s)This week, CJ sports editor Reuben Villagracia talks Thunder Bay Border Cats and Thunder Bay Chill marches to the playoffs and the inaugural Provincial Cup cricket event this weekend.2023-06-2925 minHear ye, Hear ye, CJ Sports podcastEpisode 49: Champions roll callWe're back with Episode 49. This week we talk Border Cats, Chill and the SIJHL's newest entry. Follow the show on Spreaker, Spotify and Google Podcasts.2023-06-1633 minHear ye, Hear ye, CJ Sports podcastEpisode 48: Speeding into the summer seasonAfter a 2-week absence, CJ sports editor Reuben Villagracia is back to fill your hearts with sports goodness. Jam packed episode!2023-06-0133 minHear ye, Hear ye, CJ Sports podcastEpisode 47: On Walleye, Chill and OilersCJ sports editor Reuben Villagracia laments the elimination of his beloved Edmonton Oilers, as well as check in on the Kam River Fighting Walleye at the Centennial Cup and the Thunder Bay Chill's opening exhibition series this weekend.2023-05-1531 minHear ye, Hear ye, CJ Sports podcastEpidsode 46: Postseason buffetThis week, CJ sports editor Reuben Villagracia updates the SIJHL junior hockey final between the Thunder Bay North Stars and the Kam River Fighting Walleye. Let's throw in some NHL and NBA playoff talk, too.2023-04-2921 minHear ye, Hear ye, CJ Sports podcastEpisode 45: The Battle of Thunder BayThis week, CJ sports editor Reuben Villagracia previews the SIJHL junior A hockey final between the Thunder Bay North Stars and the Kam River Fighting Walleye. Also we talk Raptors and the Stanley Cup playoffs.2023-04-2134 minHear ye, Hear ye, CJ Sports podcastEpisode 44: Playoff talkThis week, CJ sports editor Reuben Villagracia previews the SIJHL semifinal series, the Ontario under-13 AAA hockey championships in Thunder Bay and the various provincial boys and girls hockey tournaments next week. Also we say farewell to longtime curling columnist John Cameron. Packed show as always. Happy Easter!2023-04-0728 minHear ye, Hear ye, CJ Sports podcastEpisode 43: A Change Would Do You GoodReturning after a week off, the Hear Ye, Hear Ye CJ Sports podcast reviews a busy week in curling on the local, scene, the SIJHL playoffs and Reuben's poor Final Four picks.2023-03-2931 minHear ye, Hear ye, CJ Sports podcastEpisode 42: The Ides of March (plus one day)This week, CJ sports editor Reuben Villagracia reviews the Thunderwolves' season-ending loss last week and looks ahead to the SIJHL playoffs.2023-03-1632 minHear ye, Hear ye, CJ Sports podcastEpisode 41: Bidding for BronzeThis week, CJ sports editor Reuben Villagracia talks OFSAA high school basketball and volleyball championships, the Thunderwolves' quest for a spot at the University Cup nationals and local hockey playoffs.2023-03-0833 minHear ye, Hear ye, CJ Sports podcastEpisode 40: Lordy, Lordy . . .Look who's 40! This week, CJ sports editor and pod host Reuben Villagracia talks about the Lakehead Thunderwolves and the OUA hockey playoffs, what's next for Team McCarville and the flurry that is the leadup to the NHL trade deadline.2023-03-0232 minHear ye, Hear ye, CJ Sports podcastEpisode 39: Saturday Night (kinda) LiveCJ sports editor Reuben Villagracia tries something new and records a short episode rinkside at Fort William Gardens as 2,700 fans celebrate the Lakehead Thunderwolves' 6-3, OUA men's hockey playoff series-clinching win on Saturday vs. the Toronto Varsity Blues.2023-02-2613 minHear ye, Hear ye, CJ Sports podcastEpisode 38: OUA playoffs take the stageCJ sports editor Reuben Villagracia previews the OUA men's hockey and basketball playoffs as the Lakehead Thunderwolves open action Wednesday. Also, Krista McCarville is on a roll at the Scotties Tournament of Hearts.2023-02-2222 minHear ye, Hear ye, CJ Sports podcastEpisode 37: Showtime at the ScottiesThis week, CJ sports editor Reuben Villagracia previews the Scotties Tournament of Hearts, the OUA men's hockey playoffs and the high school basketball and volleyball finals.2023-02-1530 minHear ye, Hear ye, CJ Sports podcastEpisode 36: Hang 10This week, CJ sports editor Reuben Villagracia discusses the Lakehead Thunderwolves men's hockey team finally getting respect nationally this season. We chat SIJHL, LeBron James and the Super Bowl.2023-02-0833 minHear ye, Hear ye, CJ Sports podcastEpisode 35: Catching up (Part 2)Since our host hasn't figured out how to merge to audio files, here is the last 10 minutes of Episode 35. Reuben talks about the Thunder Bay Chill and the NFL conference championship games.2023-01-3009 minHear ye, Hear ye, CJ Sports podcastEpisode 35: Catching up (Part 1)This week, CJ sports editor Reuben Villagracia returns after battling the flu last week to chat Northern Ontario curling and the Lakehead Thunderwolves.2023-01-3016 minHear ye, Hear ye, CJ Sports podcastEpisode 34: More downs than upsThis week, CJ sports editor Reuben Villagracia survived a tough week to come at you via his cell phone recorder. Pod mic is down so a shortened episode comes your way. Still, we talk Thunderwolves hockey, the Robin's Donuts Tournament and the NFL playoffs.2023-01-1720 minHear ye, Hear ye, CJ Sports podcastEpisode 33: Skate or TryThis week, CJ sports editor Reuben talks the surging Thunderwolves men's hockey team, high school basketball and putting on skates for the first time in over 20 years. He also previews the NFL wild card weekend.2023-01-0928 minHear ye, Hear ye, CJ Sports podcastEpisode 32: Back from the brink, er, breakThe podcast returns after a week off to look back and ahead in the local sports scene. CJ sports editor Reuben Villagracia also talks about what he did over the holidays. Merry New Year!2023-01-0228 minHear ye, Hear ye, CJ Sports podcastEpisode 31: Prelude to ChristmasThis week, CJ sports editor Reuben Villagracia talks SIJHL finishing up schedule before the break, cliff diver Molly Carlson, a memorable World Cup final and more.2022-12-1927 minHear ye, Hear ye, CJ Sports podcastEpisode 30: Fishing for wins; Farewell to the Ice ManThis week, CJ sports editor Reuben Villagracia weighs in on the World Cup semifinals, the career of Al Hackner and the streaking Kam River Fighting Walleye.2022-12-1230 minHear ye, Hear ye, CJ Sports podcastEpisode 29: Extra time, injury time, Crime Dog timeThis week, CJ sports editor Reuben Villagracia records while watching extra time and penalty kicks between Japan and Croatia at the World Cup. We also talk about the weekend that was in local sports.2022-12-0530 minHear ye, Hear ye, CJ Sports podcastEpisode 28: High School HighCJ sports editor Reuben Villagracia breaks down the OFSAA Central Bowl won by the St. Patrick Saints, along with a preview of Tuesday's sports section.2022-11-2830 minHear ye, Hear ye, CJ Sports podcastEpisode 27: Joy to the World (Cup)This week, CJ sports editor Reuben Villagracia is on a high after England's big win. Also talks Thunderwolves hockey, Al Hackner and the SIJHL. Give a listen! Give a follow!2022-11-2130 minHear ye, Hear ye, CJ Sports podcastEpisode 26: A mixed bagThis week CJ sports editor Reuben Villagracia reflects on a busy weekend in sports, including the performance of the Thunderwolves team and Trevor Bonot at the national mixed curling championship.2022-11-1429 minHear ye, Hear ye, CJ Sports podcastEpisode 25: G'mornin' from Chapples!A Monday pod drop! CJ sports editor Reuben Villagracia reviews the week that was in local sports, includiing the Thunderwolves and high school football. We also talk Houston Astros and the Mitchell Miller/Bruins situation.2022-11-0732 minHear ye, Hear ye, CJ Sports podcastEpisode 24: Thunderwolves show their teethThis week, CJ sports editor Reuben Villagracia previews the Weekend Edition and the strong start by the Lakehead Thunderwolves hockey team.2022-10-2925 minHear ye, Hear ye, CJ Sports podcastEpisode 23: The plane! The plane!This week, CJ sports editor Reuben Villagracia's atempt to record a podcast in his parked car goes sideways. He also previews the Weekend Edition and the Thunderwolves Homecoming weekend.2022-10-2221 minHear ye, Hear ye, CJ Sports podcastEpisode 22: I Don't Know About You...With a different drop day, CJ sports editor Reuben Villagracia looks back on the weekand ahead in Thunder Bay sports, including Lakehead's homecoming weekend.2022-10-1724 minHear ye, Hear ye, CJ Sports podcastEpisode 21: First to Twenty-OneThis week, CJ sports editor Reuben Villagracia previews the Weekend Edition and talks NHL's extremely soft opening to the regular season.2022-10-0834 minHear ye, Hear ye, CJ Sports podcastEpisode 20: All Staals in FLAThis week, Chronicle-Journal sports editor Reuben Villagracia talks about the Clouthier basketball famiy, the Staal brothers in Florida, previews the CJ Weekend Edition and a whole lot more!2022-10-0134 minHear ye, Hear ye, CJ Sports podcastEpisode 19: Into the thick of itThis week CJ sports editor Reuben Villagracia talks Thunderwolves hockey, Thunder City Speedway's final weekend, Roger Federer's last match and previews our Weekend Edition.2022-09-2435 minHear ye, Hear ye, CJ Sports podcastEpisode 18: Picking up steamThis week, Reuben Villagracia talks about the new high school season, the end of the dirt track racing season and wet basements.2022-09-1628 minHear ye, Hear ye, CJ Sports podcastEpisode 17: Quick, changeover!This week, CJ sports editor Reuben Villagracia talks about the new seasons in high school sports and local hockey as well as previews the Northwestern Ontario Sport Hall of Fame induction dinner and the start of the NFL season. Also, is Reuben a 'royal watcher?'2022-09-1030 minHear ye, Hear ye, CJ Sports podcastEpisode 16: Labour of LoveThis week, sports editor Reuben Villagracia talks about the Thunder City Speedway season, the start of the SIJHL exhibition, the 50th anniversary of the Summit Series and previews the Weekend Edition.2022-09-0328 minHear ye, Hear ye, CJ Sports podcastEpisode 15: Craziness subsidingThis week, sports editor Reuben Villagracia previews the Weekend Edition of The Chronicle-Journal and turning over to the fall/winter season in sports.2022-08-2619 minHear ye, Hear ye, CJ Sports podcastEpisode 14: Watching the WheelsThis week, sports editor Reuben Villagracia previews the Weekend Edition and talks about a new Guiness World record with a local twist, er, spin.2022-08-2032 minHear ye, Hear ye, CJ Sports podcastEpisode 13: Hall of fame ticket sales; World junior failsThis week, Reuben Villagracia previews stories in the Weekend Edition and talks about the Northwestern Ontario Sports Hall of Fame 2022 inductees and the problems with Hockey Canada.2022-08-1229 minHear ye, Hear ye, CJ Sports podcastEpisode 12: Junior hockey musingsThis week, Reuben Villagracia previews our Weekend Edition and looks back on the inaugural season of the Superior International Junior Hockey League.2022-08-0628 minHear ye, Hear ye, CJ Sports podcastEpisode 11 - Going long in AugustThis week, host Reuben Villagracia talks weekend sports in Thunder Bay, including martial arts, baseball and golf. Also looks ahead to the MLB trading deadline.2022-07-3129 minHear ye, Hear ye, CJ Sports podcastEpisode 10 - Showing up, showing outThis week, we finally have a proper musical intro for our podcast! Check it out and listen to host Reuben Villagracia talk about our Weekend Edition in sports at The Chronicle-Journal and the sports week ahead.2022-07-2325 minHear ye, Hear ye, CJ Sports podcastEpisode 9: The Rise of SummerThis week CJ sports editor Reuben Villagracia talks Thunder Bay Chill, our Weekend Edition in sports and NHL free agency.2022-07-1614 minHear ye, Hear ye, CJ Sports podcastEpisode 8: Hello Carter, Farewell DuncanThis week, sports editor Reuben Villagracia hypes up The Chronicle-Journal's sports section in the Weekend Edition including coverage of rising goaltender Carter George, the YBC nationals and the retirement of Duncan Keith2022-07-0914 minHear ye, Hear ye, CJ Sports podcastEpisode 7: The top Canadian sports momentsIn this episode, Chronicle-Journal sports editor Reuben Villagracia picks his five (or six) greatest Canadinan sports moments as well as previewing the CJ Sports' Weekend Edition.2022-07-0214 minHear ye, Hear ye, CJ Sports podcastEpisode 6: Fast, cool winter thoughtsThis week CJ sports editor previews our Weekend Edition and recent moves by the Lakehead Thunderwolves hockey team.2022-06-2414 minHear ye, Hear ye, CJ Sports podcastEpisode 5: Hutton leaves; Warriors returnIn this episode, sports editor Reuben Villagracia talks about the NHL career of recenty retired goaltender Carter Hutton.2022-06-1714 minHear ye, Hear ye, CJ Sports podcastEpisode 4: Hoop Du JourThis week we chat grad, basketball and golf feuds.2022-06-1314 minHear ye, Hear ye, CJ Sports podcastEpisode 3: Start your engines!Thunder City Speedway's opening weekend; Chill face division rivals; World Cup and Stanley Cup chatter2022-06-0413 minHear ye, Hear ye, CJ Sports podcastEpisode 2: Things are going swimminglyThis week, we talk about the Thunder Bay Thunderbolts back on home turf and the history of horse racing in our city.2022-05-2714 minHear ye, Hear ye, CJ Sports podcastEpisode 1: GreetingsRed Lake Miners at the Centennial Cup; Thunder Bay Chill open exhibition games2022-05-2011 min