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Sport for BusinessAviva Extends Its StayLet us know what’s on your mindThe headline reads like a simple renewal, but the story goes much deeper: Aviva is staying on Ireland’s biggest stage, and we unpack why that matters for fans, partners, and the future of Irish sport. We sit down inside the stadium with the FAI’s Head of Commercial, Sean Kavanagh, and Aviva’s Head of Sponsorship, External Communications and Sustainability, Brian O’Neill, to explore how a naming rights deal became cultural shorthand for big nights in Dublin 4—and how the partnership now stretches from elite fixtures to the kids lac...
2025-11-1143 min
The PP1 PodcastThe One Off Jays Show w/ Special Guest Rob FaiPresented by Area 51 Sports NetworkIntro song -Two Wolves by Jesse RoperThe Canucks take a back seat for one week on the show as we welcome the super talented Rob Fai to our lineup.Rob has been involved with both the Athletics and Blue Jays organizations through the Vancouver Canadians organization and has seen this team blossom to its current form.Some great stories about getting Facetimed in Japan from John Schneider after the Jays just won the ALCS, seeing Trey Yesavage before he moved up the ranks, the Canadians 75...
2025-10-301h 12
Sport for BusinessSport for Business in Conversation with Maeve McMahon of OFX and the FAILet us know what’s on your mindMaeve McMahon is the CEO of OFX in Ireland, with a remit covering half the world and a passion for sport. The company is the sponsor of the OFX Legends Golf event at Mount Juliet this week and Maeve also sits on the Board of the FAI. We had time to sit and chat recently, after a few holes of golf on the Jack Nicklaus designed course, and the conversation moves across, sport, business and in the end with Severiano Ballesteros.I think you...
2025-05-1340 min
Sport for BusinessSport for Business in Conversation with Minister of State Thomas Byrne, TDLet us know what’s on your mindFor Episode 90 of the Sport for Business Podcast, we headed to the heart of Government. We had a wide-ranging conversation with Thomas Byrne TD, Minister of State for Sport, Physical Education, and an Gaeltacht.Recorded in his office within the labyrinthine corridors of Leinster House, nothing was off the table from his own entry into politics, getting to the matches of his children and his wife, the Government record on the funding of sport and its relationship with the sporting sector, especially the FAI and its new pe...
2024-10-1054 min
Sport for BusinessSky Ireland and the FAI with Orlaith Ryan, CCO of Sky Ireland - The Business of Football with Sport for BusinessLet us know what’s on your mindIn today's 65th episode of the show, we are back to the Business of Football and a big week for the FAI and their new sponsor Sky Ireland.We are joined by Orlaith Ryan the Chief Commercial Officer of Sky here in Ireland Sky are also our Primary Partner for football coverage on Sport for Business so we were delighted to head up to the offices, through all the Outbelieve messaging and record this chat where we discover the Why behind the partnership, a focus on col...
2024-03-2135 min
Sport for BusinessThe Business of Football with Mark Scanlon, League of Ireland Director at the FAI - A Sport for Business PodcastLet us know what’s on your mindIn today's 58th episode of the podcast, we return to the Business of Football in this week of the start of the 2024 SSE Airtricity League of Ireland SeasonI’m joined by Mark Scanlon the Director of the League of Ireland at the FAI and we have a wide-ranging conversation about the growing popularity of the League, investing in grounds, the quality of the players we are seeing coming through, and staying longer, and among other things, the world of football broa...
2024-02-1328 min
Weekends with Rob FaiSaturday Podcast with Rob Fai: Welcome to the show, Understaffing of police, and The art of the 'garage sale'!Welcome to Saturday Mornings with Rob Fai, now a weekly staple show every Saturday from 6-9am.The art of the 'garage sale', how other people’s castoffs are saving people money.Our police are understaffed, but by how much? A look at our policing staffing numbers compared to other Canadian cities.
2023-10-0737 min
Sport for BusinessSport for Business Podcast - The Business of Football with FAI Chair Roy BarrettLet us know what’s on your mindHello and welcome to the Sport for Business Podcast.Today we are talking about the business of football, with thanks to our football partner Sky.The FAI has unveiled an €863 million plan to radically upgrade the facilities and infrastructure in which the game is played in Ireland.We have covered the plan in detail on sport for business.com where you are welcome to go and have a look, and indeed to download the full...
2023-06-0915 min
The PP1 PodcastMagical stripper names, Canucks silent leaders, and embracing the suck feat. Rob FaiPP1 Podcast... Rob Fai... ONE NIGHT ONLY!!!
The marquee couldn't handle it so we put it in audio form. Rob Fai swings by and chats with Ryan and Ted about the Canucks "retool", the problems that ail the team currently and what it ultimately will take for the Canucks to right the ship. You won't like the time frame he gives.
We chat about Magic Mike: The Last Dance and what our stage names would be.
We come up with a new segment to start the show and finally, Ryan figures out how...
2023-01-271h 17
SportsBar RadioSportsBar Radio with Rob Fai - Vin Scully PassesOn a warm Vancouver night, host Rob Fai catches word that his broadcast idol Vin Scully passes away at the age of 94. Rob takes a few moments to reflect on a career like no other.
2022-08-0324 min
The PP1 PodcastSuper special interview with Rob FaiThe summer is usually when you see reruns or breaks from shows, at PP1 Podcast we keep it going strong. Rob Fai joins Ryan Hank to chat about his progression through multiple careers and how it's made him who he is today.
So much to take in but a real great look into one of the great personalities of Vancouver entertainment.
2022-07-141h 08
Spark of Genius Flesh and BloodSpark of Genius Episode 22 - Uprising CC Deck Techs Fai+IyslanderEric & Rob sit down to talk about their final deck techs from the join OK&Y collaboration series.
2022-07-1340 minSportsBar RadioSportsBar Radio with Rob Fai - 10 Things - Episode 001On today's SportsBar Radio, Rob Fai breaks from his conventional style to get away from Sports and take 10 questions about 'life'... Each answer is three minutes, well thought out and potentially polarizing but he'll make you think!
1) Tipping in Restaurants - Is the ask too high?
2) Should B.C. be spending $800M on a museum?
3) What exam in life would you want to redo?
4) How do you know if your employer is not that into you?
5) The changing of Sports Broadcasting
6) Waiter comes to table with wine, po...
2022-05-1838 minSportsBar RadioSportsBar Radio with Rob Fai - Season 2 - Episode 22Yooo! On today's SportsBar Radio Rob Fai gets back to business talking ALL things sports including the NHL, NBA, MLB, and more! if you a #Canucks #Oilers #Flames #MapleLeafs #Warriors #76ers #Mavericks #BlueJays #RedSox #MLB #Angels #Mets #Syndergaard #CFL #BCLions fan this show is for you!
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2022-05-1022 minSportsBar RadioSportsBar Radio with Rob Fai - Season 2 - Episode 21On today's episode of SportsBar Radio with Rob Fai, Rob Simpson of VancouverHockeyNow.com returns to put a cap on the 2021-22 Vancouver Canucks season. We talk Boudreau, Horvat, Demko, Allvin, Rutherford and much more. Then we go into the '416' to talk Maple Leafs, then Calgary and Edmonton and finish by bragging about stuff.
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2022-05-0438 minSportsBar RadioSportsBar Radio with Rob Fai - Season 2 - Episode 19On today's SportsBar Radio, Rob Fai welcomes Rob Simpson of VancouverHockeyNow.com back to the show to talk all things Canucks! As well, they get into the Flames, Golden Knights, and the Maple Leafs lack of 50-goal scorers over their illustrious history.
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2022-04-1219 minSportsBar RadioSportsBar Radio with Rob Fai - Season 2 - Episode 016 with Rob Simpson of VancouverHockeyNow.comOn today's SportsBar Radio with Rob Fai, it's NHL Trade Deadline Day and with that, Rob Simpson of VancouverHockeyNow.com stops by to talk all things #Canucks, #Flames #panthers #GoldenKnights and much more!
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2022-03-2119 minSportsBar RadioSportsBar Radio with Rob Fai - Season 2 - Episode 14 with Rob SimpsonOn today's SportsBar Radio Rob welcomes back Rob Simpson of VancouverHockeyNow.com as they get caught up after a two-week hiatus! The boys are back talking about an improbable Vancouver Canucks playoff push, the 'code' within the locker room, and much more! Presented by Equity.Guru
2022-03-0727 minSportsBar RadioSportsBar Radio with Rob Fai - Season 2 - Episode 007 with Rob SimpsonOn today's episode of SportsBar Radio with Rob Fai, the two Rob's get back together to talk all things #Canucks including the NHL's handling of Vancouver's Covid challenges, the Life and Times of JT Miller, and the hiring of Emilie Castonguay.
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2022-01-2431 minSportsBar RadioSportsBar Radio with Rob Fai - Season 2 - Episode 003 with Rob SimpsonOn today's Episode of SportsBar Radio, Rob welcomes back VancouverHockeyNow.com writer Rob Simpson who gives us the latest on the Vancouver #Canucks and the massive five-game road trip that looms south of the border. As well, the Rob's talk Evander Kane, Hull vs. Mogilny, how Wayne/Conor would compete in different era's and how to get your Knighthood into the Jack Daniels brotherhood.
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2022-01-1130 minSportsBar RadioSportsBar Radio with Rob Fai - Season 2 - Episode 002 with Rob SimpsonOn today's SportsBar Radio with Rob Fai, VancouverHockeyNow.com writer Rob Simpson stops by before the weekend to talk all things #Canucks. As well, Rob talks about the Oilers woes, who Plan B was in the event the Canucks couldn't close Bruce Boudreau, and then go for a walk down memory lane talking about some of the great NHL cities!
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2022-01-0824 minSportsBar RadioSportsBar Radio with Rob Fai - Season 2 - Episode 001 featuring Rob SimpsonOn today's SportsBar Radio, Rob Fai welcomes VancouverHockeyNow.com writer Rob Simpson into the SportsBar to talk all things hockey. From the red-hot #Canucks to guessing who might wear the maple leaf in Beijing, this episode covers it all.
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2022-01-0325 minSportsBar Radio(Ep. 148) SportsBar Radio with Rob Fai featuring Rob SimpsonOn today's SportsBar Radio, Rob welcomes VancouverHockeyNow.com writer Rob Simpson to break down a number of key questions heading into 2022.
Topics include the #Canucks return to play, why the #NHL might be dragging its feet when it comes to returning to the ice, which #Canucks players should benefit from time away and much more!
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2021-12-2723 minSportsBar Radio(Ep. 146) SportsBar Radio with Rob Fai and guest Rob SimpsonOn today's SportsBar Radio, Rob Fai welcomes VancouverHockeyNow.com writer Rob Simpson to talk all things NHL. From the #Canucks getting a much needed opportunity to work with Bruce Boudreau, to whether or not Steve Yzerman spoke out of turn regarding Covid-19, we are always talking shop in the SportsBar.
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2021-12-2116 minSportsBar Radio(Ep 145) SportsBar Radio with Rob Fai & Rob SimpsonOn today's SportsBar Radio, Rob Fai welcomes Rob Simpson of VancouverHockeyNow.com to talk about the departure of Winnipeg Jets Head Coach Paul Maurice, the Canucks awaiting the Provincial Gov't new regulations that affect crowd capacity, and also how the NHL has to try and stay ahead of a surging Covid outbreak.
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2021-12-1716 minSportsBar Radio(Ep 143) SportsBar Radio with Rob FaiOn today's SportsBar Radio, Rob asks Canucks fans if they feel cheated by the players' lack of response over the first 20+ games of the season. Rob also talks about the positive vibes running through Rogers Arena, touches on the Grey Cup, the NFL, and also shows concern for certain Canadian-based sports teams as the next Covid wave begins to show its presence.
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2021-12-1420 minSportsBar Radio(Ep 142) SportsBar Radio with Rob Fai - Special Guest Rob SimpsonOn today's Sports Bar Radio, Rob connects with VancouverHockeyNow writer Rob Simpson who answers the question "Who is Bruce Boudreau?" As well, the Robs talk about the road ahead for the #Canucks, what a change of coach means to the locker room, and just how sincere was Francesco Aquilini at his press conference alongside Stan Smyl.
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2021-12-0822 minSportsBar Radio(Ep 141) SportsBarRadio with Rob Fai, Rob Simpson and Rob Fai dish on Benning‘s departureYup, it finally happened. Jim Benning got the boot from the Canucks. Rob Simpson, well known sportscaster and founder of VancouverHockeyNow.com, digs in on the landmark news. Listen in!
2021-12-0620 minSportsBar Radio(Ep 140) SportsBar Radio with Rob FaiOn today's show Rob asks you to stop denying that you're a wrestling fan, you know you wanna be! As well, Rob talks MLB Lockout, the Canadian content on the NHL ice tonight, Lakers abysmal record against the Clippers, and more!
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2021-12-0418 minSportsBar Radio(Ep 139) SportsBar Radio with Rob Fai and VancouverHockeyNow.com writer Rob SimpsonOn today's edition of SportsBar Radio, Rob welcomes the 'other' Rob back into the SportsBar as Rob Simpson of VancouverHockeyNow.com chimes in on the #Canucks inability to make a change, the state of the current sports media both in Vancouver and across the country - and also talks about the possibilities for the Toronto Maple Leafs (you can forward past that if you so desire).
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2021-11-2924 minSportsBar Radio(Ep 138) SportsBar Radio with Rob Fai talking wrestling, the search for a leader in the media and the news of the dayOn today's SportsBar Radio, Rob responds to an email asking why he bothered leaving his broadcast job for wrestling and then pivots to the media covering the Vancouver Canucks. As well, Rob talks #NFLThanksgiving #CFL Lebron's suspension, Max Domi's suspension and more.
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2021-11-2519 minSportsBar Radio(Ep 136) SportsBar Radio with Rob Fai - Should media post videos with domestic violence?On today's SportsBar Radio, Rob asks you if media outlets should post videos of athletes committing acts of domestic violence like the one that emerged featuring NY Jets Zac Stacy and his ex-wife. As well, Rob preps you for the Jets/Canucks, and Kraken. NFL chatter, College Football match-ups including Ohio State and Michigan State, UFC and Major League Baseball wondering if they can beat the clock and not have to lockout players in advance of the 2022 season.
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2021-11-1922 minSportsBar Radio(Ep 135) SportsBar Radio host Rob Fai directly calls out Canucks ownership for its current situationOn today's SportsBar Radio, Rob pulls no punches in shifting his focus onto #Canucks ownership citing a history of poor decisions. As well, Rob talks about the Canadian content on tonight's National Hockey League schedule, the Warriors and Nets hooking up in Brooklyn, Carlos Correa talking smack to a guy in NYC he probably shouldn't, and Le'Veon Bell is among the news of the day in the National Football League.
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2021-11-1718 minSportsBar Radio(Ep 132) SportsBar Radio with Rob Fai Remembrance Day EditionOn today's SportsBar Radio, Rob reflects on a tough night at the office for two Vancouver Sports Radio personalities as they deal with a racist caller/texter. As well, Rob delves into the #Canucks #MarcusStroman #BlueJays and the plight of the #BCLions
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2021-11-1122 minSportsBar Radio(Ep 130) SportsBar Radio‘s Rob Fai welcomes Rob Simpson of VancouverHockeyNow.comOn today's SportsBar Radio, Rob welcomes Rob Simpson of VancouverHockeyNow.com to talk all things Canucks while also touching on the Panthers ability to remain elite sans Joel Quenneville, the benefits of Abbotsford, and much more.
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2021-11-0926 minSportsBar Radio(Ep 128) SportsBar Radio with Rob FaiOn today's SportsBar Radio, Rob thinks there is far too much noise for victims to step forward in today's sports landscape. As well, Rob talks World Series, all the Canadian content on the NHL schedule, tips his cap to the Raptors who have stepped up its defence big time and walks through some prickly NFL bushes. #NBA #MLB #NHL #NFL #Raptors #RobFai #Canucks
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2021-11-0224 minSportsBar Radio(Ep 127) Canucks chatter with Rob Fai & Rob Simpson of VanHockeyNowOn today's SportsBar Radio, @vanhockeynow reporter/author Rob Simpson stops by to talk all things #Canucks and also the ongoing blackeye that surrounds the #NHL #NHLPA and #KyleBeach
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2021-11-0225 minSportsBar Radio(Ep 126) SportsBar Radio with Rob FaiOn today's SportsBar Radio, Rob wonders if we're missing a key component to the Kyle Beach saga that stemmed from a recent inquiry into sexual misconduct within the Chicago Blackhawks organization. As well, Rob defends Canucks head coach Travis Green stating that he will not be the one to take the fall if Vancouver scuffles this season. Rob also touches on the World Series, Week 8 in the NFL, the PGA Tour stop in Bermuda, and zips around the NBA and NHL. All that in the time it takes you to commute home from work!
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2021-10-2924 minSportsBar Radio(Ep. 125) SportsBar Radio with Rob FaiOn today's SportsBar Radio, Rob reflects on the handling of a sexual assault investigation that has rocked both the Chicago Blackhawks and the Nation Hockey League. As well, Rob looks at the NCAA College Football schedule, Game 2 of the World Series between the Astros and Braves, the Canadian Football League, new ownership with Newcastle (EPL), and more.
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2021-10-2822 minSportsBar Radio(Ep 124) SportsBar Radio with Rob FaiOn today's SportsBar Radio, Rob catches up with Rob Simpson of VanHockeyNow as they look at the current state of the Vancouver Canucks in advance of an upcoming seven-game homestand that starts tomorrow night. As well, Rob recaps the Monday nighter between the Seahawks (2-4) and Saints (3-3) and fleshes out the entire week that was in the NFL, CFL, NBA, Major League Baseball and UFC.
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2021-10-2631 minSportsBar Radio(Ep 123) SportsBar Radio with Rob FaiOn today's SportsBar Radio, presented by Equity.Guru. Rob wonders if the Houston Astros aren't up to their ol' tricks again but this time trading in trash cans for whistles. As well, Rob looks into College Football's potentially big upset weekend, Chris Paul doing something no one in NBA history has done before and talks Canucks and Kraken ahead of their first-ever regular-season meeting down in Washington State.
2021-10-2317 minSportsBar Radio(Ep. 122) SportsBar Radio with Rob FaiOn Friday's edition of SportsBar Radio, Rob challenges professional sports leagues to make mental health days mandatory in light of the many challenges today's athletes face.
As well, Rob preps you for Game 6 of the ALCS tonight between Houston and Boston, looks in on College Football (NCAA), the NHL, NBA, and asks if the newer, younger US hockey viewers truly understand who Wayne Gretzky is as he gets comfortable on-air with TNT Sports.
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2021-10-2223 minSportsBar Radio(Ep 121) SportsBar Radio with Rob FaiOn Thursday's edition of SportsBar Radio, Rob takes a look at the tenure of Jim Benning and the eight years he has had to work with the Canucks, and then looks at other NHL GM's who have had the same amount of time to wake their team's into winners.
As well, Rob delves into both the NLCS and ALCS of Major League Baseball and talks NFL, CFL, NBA (Raptors) and more!
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2021-10-2222 minSportsBar Radio(Ep 119) SportsBar Radio with Rob FaiOn today's Sportsbar Radio, Rob connects with Rob Simpson of VanHockeyNow to break down the Vancouver Canucks. From Brock Boeser to Vasily Podkolsin, Conor Garland and much more, today we break down the current state of the boys from Rogers Arena.
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2021-10-1929 minSportsBar Radio(Ep 117) SportsBar Radio with Rob FaiOn today's SBR, Rob predicts that the Canucks will win the Pacific Division in 2021-22, talks candidly about the creation of NEW Wrestling, and gets you caught up on all the sporting news of the day. From NHL, NBA, MLB, CFL, Champions League, LPGA, and more... Line em up, Rob will knock em all down!
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2021-10-1326 minSportsBar RadioRob Simpson sits in to dish all things Canucks (Ep 114) SportsBar Radio with Rob FaiThe 2021/2022 NHL season fast approaches and Rob Simpson, behind the VancouverHockeyNow.com website, comments on Jim Benning and how he has pulled himself out the mire he has been swimming in for the last few years.
In the news, Yankees pull past Tampa and the Red Sox punch their tickets for the post season, with Mariners and Blue Jays missing out by one single game. Rob explains why is was still a good season for both teams that didn't make it.
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2021-10-0433 min
Inside Washington County with Rob SolomonInside Washington County with Nafisa FaiOur guest on this week’s encore program is Washington County’s newest County Commissioner-Nafisa Fai. Commissioner Fai was elected last November. Nafisa has made history as the first Black and first Muslim person to be elected to the Washington County Commission. As a twenty-two year resident of Oregon, Nafisa has spent the majority of her career working in public health. She also owns a small business based in Beaverton. Through her business, she helps local nonprofit and public and private sector clients grow and expand for their future. We get to meet the commissioner and discuss battling COVID, policing issu...
2021-09-2728 minSportsBar RadioRob‘s odyssey from baseball to pro-wrestling (Ep 105) SportsBar Radio with Rob FaiRob recalls his journey from the baseball diamond to the wrestling ring. In the news, Conor McDavid calls for more consistent officiating. Elias Pettersson still has no contract with the Canucks.
Toronto Blue Jays lose against Tampa Bay for their second loss in the past 14 games. Vladimir Guerrero could take home the American League MVP. Detroit and Green Bay getting ready to battle.
Denver Nuggets sign 4-year, 92-million-dollar extension with Aaron Gordon. Steph Curry covering golf at Ryder Cup. Tennis stars, Emma Raducanu and Leylah Fernandez wow spectators in NYC.
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2021-09-1524 minSportsBar RadioNation Extreme Wrestling Is Here! (Ep 103) SportsBar Radio with Rob FaiOn today's SportsBar Radio, Rob talks about the connection both Leylah Fernandez and Felix Auger-Aliassime are making with Canadians of all ethnicities. As well, Rob touches on the red hot Toronto Blue Jays and then we 'flip the script' as DJ Jay Swing and Flipout of "The FlipNJay Show" come in and interview Rob! Talk about a curveball for a fun Friday listen.
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2021-09-101h 17SportsBar RadioGreame Macaloney of Macaloney Distillers sits in (EP 101) SportsBar Radio with Rob FaiOn today's show, in addition to covering the world of sports like no one else, Rob welcomes three amazing guests with three amazing stories.
Meet Graeme Macaloney, Founder, President and Whiskymaker at Macaloney Distillers. This renowned Scotsman talks about his journey toward two amazing industries and how the Highland Games over on the island are truly one-of-a-kind.
Then Rob welcomes two former National Team Volleyball stars into the SportsBar as both Kyla Richey and Rudy Verhoeff share their transitions from world-class athletes to launching a wine brand in the middle of both a pandemic and wild fire season in...
2021-09-0347 minSportsBar RadioRob‘s most memorable clips; it‘s show #100!!! (Ep 100) Sports Bar Radio with Rob FaiWe are humbled to be producing our 100th episode of SportsBar Radio with Rob Fai. We are proud to be the #2 Sports News podcast in Canada and ranking in the top ten Sports News podcasts in multiple countries.
Thank you for making us a part of your day, we hope to have you along to celebrate our 200th episode.
As a tribute to the moment, Rob lined up his favorite clips from the last 99, including Maestro Fresh Wes, Choclair, Kardinal Official, Jody Vance, Nolan Ryan, Bret The Hitman Hart, Gorgeous Michelle Starr, Nicole Matthews and...
2021-09-0138 minSportsBar RadioLegendary sports announcers that changed Rob‘s life (Ep 99) SportsBar Radio with Rob FaiRob unveils the top ten voices that framed his childhood and influenced his career as a professional sportscaster. Today's tribute includes the dulcet tones of such vocal greats as Vin Scully, Mel Allen, Gorilla Monsoon and Mark Hebscher. Rob digs into their history and how they fostered his life-long love of the "game".
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2021-08-3135 minSportsBar RadioNEW wrestling is here and sold out!! (Ep 97) SportsBar Radio with Rob FaiRob talks about his new project, Nation Extreme Wrestling and its sold out first night. In the news, Canada's Women's Basketball Team thrashes Costa Rica's team, why were they paired in the first place? Rob goes into what's wrong with many global sports tournaments.
Toronto Blue Jays come up short against Chicago White Sox, do the Blue Jays still have a chance for the wild card? Yankees still swinging like champs. LA Dodgers' extend administrative leave for Trevor Bauer, but San Francisco Giants keep their division lead. Jack Eichel gets new representation to help him out of...
2021-08-2732 minSportsBar RadioThe Roxy's Kyle Darling sits in (Ep 89) SportsBar Radio with Rob FaiRob resurrects his favorite episode of RobFaiNationRadio where he gets Roxy mixologist, Kyle Darling, to reveal his journey to man the bar at one of Vancouver's most iconic nightclubs.
In the news, what is the toughest job in baseball, is it the player or management, Rob explains using the Blue Jays as an example.
NHL hero and Blackhawks’ superstar, Tony Esposito passes away. Elias Petterson says no agreement but wants to stay with Canucks if they can become a consistent playoff team. Lions come up short in first week of play.
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2021-08-1157 minSportsBar RadioNation Extreme Wrestling about to enter the ring! (Ep 86) SportsBar Radio with Rob FaiRob explains his latest venture with Chris Parry, Nation Extreme Wrestling, and the journey that allowed him to realize his lifelong dream of building a wrestling franchise. Rob also pulls out the wrestling simulator to relate his experiences with 8 WWF superstars!
In the news, CFL season opener as Winnipeg Blue Bombers take on the Hamilton Tiger Cats. The league plans to focus on Every Child Matters for the first week of play, but should that acknowledgment end there?
Sports memorabilia collectors drooling over the Honus Wagner T206 card which could fetch more than six million...
2021-08-0549 minSportsBar RadioWho are the unsung heroes providing support in pro-sports? (Ep 84) SportsBar Radio with Rob FaiWith Simone Biles and Naomi Osaka catching headlines for recognizing the importance of mental health and the growing need for support staff in world class sports, Rob dives into the integral role of the people behind the scenes making sure athletes recover and perform at the top of their game.
In the news, Canadian Women's Soccer Team takes the US, pissing off Rapinoe as they prepare to play for their first gold in history against Sweden.
NBA free agent frenzy; Kyle Lowry leaves Toronto Raptors for the Miami Heat in 90 million dollar deal, Lonzo Ball h...
2021-08-0333 minSportsBar RadioRob Simpson founder of VancouverHockeyNow.com joins in (Ep 81) SportsBar Radio with Rob FaiRob Simpson returns to discuss his newest venture, VancouverHockeyNow.com, a one stop shop for all things hockey. In the news, US gymnastics team's Simone Biles steps back from competition due to mental health pressures, should she have to defend her position or be accepted for her self-awareness? Subscribe, review and share today!
2021-07-2732 minSportsBar RadioMLB icon Dusty Baker drops in. Pro-wrestling like its never been described before! (Ep 78) SportsBar Radio with Rob FaiThrowback Thursday brings Dusty Baker from the vault to talk the state of baseball. Rob also draws on a classic interview with longtime friends about anything and everything in pro-wrestling.
Language is free form and Rob's guests during the last interview segment speak their truth in an unvarnished lexicon that probably isn't suitable for listening on your speakers at work. So have your headphones ready and enjoy!
In the news, Toronto Blue Jays will eventually make their way north of the border. Division leaders Chicago White Sox and Houston Astros prove that age isn't a s...
2021-07-2246 minSportsBar RadioBrisbane's Olympic bid and the potential of digital sports media (Ep 77) SportsBar Radio with Rob FaiBrisbane secures 2032 Olympic Games. With all the scandals, pandemic strife and general lack of interest, are the Games beginning to lose relevance? Rob digs into the mess of the IOC and the fate of the global sporting event that used to thrill the world. Seattle Mariner fans in Vancouver reach out to Rob regarding the dearth of coverage north of the border, while Rob bemoans the buy side of sports news in Canada and the antiquated state of traditional sports media. In the news, Milwaukee Bucks take the championship for the first time in 50 years. Seattle Kraken expects to...
2021-07-2131 min
SportsBar RadioCanada's MLB fever and Seattle's opportunity to capitalize (Ep 76) SportsBar Radio with Rob FaiToronto Blue Jays have an amazing relationship with Vancouver Canadians, leading to a fervent fan base. Why can't Seattle Mariners follow suit when their junior club is just in Everett? Rob digs into the dichotomy. In the news, Tokyo 2020 Olympic Games could still be cancelled due to infection numbers. Game 6 Milwaukee Bucks could decide NBA final, will Phoenix roll over? Next chapter in Oakland's fight to keep the MLB in the city, will the A's be forced to find a new home? Toronto Blue Jays Alek Manoah on the injured list. Detroit Tigers roar while Texas Rangers can't seem...
2021-07-2039 min
The Nation with Rob FaiThe Nation with Rob Fai - Episode 37 - Calgary 6 Vancouver 5 (OT)Trailing by four in the third period, Vancouver suddenly captures lightning in a bottle scoring four goals to send Sunday night's game at Calgary to overtime. Join Rob Fai as he breaks down the Canucks overtime loss, as well as the night in the NHL that featured three playoff games, all tightly contested.
2021-05-1746 minThe Nation with Rob FaiThe Nation with Rob Fai - Episode 36 - with Sean WarrenAfter a 4-1 victory over the Edmonton Oilers, Vancouver Canucks fans were able to turn to The Nation with Rob Fai for all their post-game needs. On Saturday, we welcomed Sean Warren of Area 51 Sportsnet onto the show to help break down the game, and also talk all things Canucks.
2021-05-1650 minThe Nation with Rob FaiThe Nation with Rob Fai - Episode 35 - with Samantha ChangFresh off a 4-1 loss to the Calgary Flames, host Rob Fai welcomes Samantha Chang (Yahoo Sports, The Broadscast) to The Nation to talk all things Canucks.
2021-05-1447 minThe Nation with Rob FaiThe Nation with Rob Fai - Episode 34 - with Jeff PatersonOn the night Vancouver officially got eliminated from the post-season, Rob Fai welcomes Jeff Paterson to break down a 3-1 win for the Canucks in Winnipeg and begins the post-mortem.
2021-05-1148 minThe Nation with Rob FaiThe Nation with Rob Fai - Episode 33 - Connor McDavid reaches 100On a historic night for Oilers F Connor McDavid, the Vancouver Canucks fall 4-3 to Edmonton. McDavid reaches the 100-point plateau in just 53 games with a four-point effort. Host Rob Fai reflects on the game and everything going on around the National Hockey League. #ChambersPlan
2021-05-0948 minThe Nation with Rob FaiThe Nation with Rob Fai - Episode 32 - with Jeff PatersonFresh off a 6-3 victory for the Vancouver Canucks that snapped a six-game losing streak, Rob Fai welcomes hockey analyst Jeff Paterson onto The Nation to break down the decisive win over Edmonton. #ChambersPlan
2021-05-0743 minThe Nation with Rob FaiThe Nation with Rob Fai - Episode 31 - with Dave Tomlinson and J. BowmanAnother night, another tough loss for the Vancouver Canucks (19-25-3) who fell 4-1 at home to the Edmonton Oilers (32-17-2) marking a sixth straight defeat for the British Columbians. Just minutes after the game, Nation host Rob Fai was joined by both Dave Tomlinson (NHL veteran) and J. Bowman (TTPVanPodcast) to break down the game, and talk about word that the Canucks are looking to move their AHL team into Abbotsford. #ChambersPlan
2021-05-051h 00The Nation with Rob FaiThe Nation with Rob Fai - Episode 30 - with Cody Severtson and Dan O'ConnorJust minutes after the Canucks fall 5-3 at home to Edmonton, host Rob Fai welcomes Botchford Project Recipient Cody Severtson and Dan O'Connor, play by play announcer for the Vancouver Giants, for post-game analysis and conversation about all things sports. #NHL #Canucks #Oilers #FaiNation #RobFai #BotchfordProject #CodySevertson #VancouverGiants #DanOConnor #ToyoTires #ChamberPlan #GamingStadium #MoveHealthandWellness #LogoProSports #DogPartners #TimHortons #SaviSingh
2021-05-0456 minThe Nation with Rob FaiThe Nation with Rob Fai - Episode 29 - with Samantha Chang and Sean WarrenJust moments after the Vancouver Canucks dropped a fourth consecutive game on Saturday, a 5-1 loss to the Toronto Maple Leafs, The Nation's host Rob Fai welcomes both Samantha Chang and Sean Warren onto the show to break down the game and flesh out some of the big stories surrounding the Canucks. #ChambersPlan
2021-05-0258 minThe Nation with Rob FaiThe Nation with Rob Fai - Episode 27 - with Dave TomlinsonAfter falling behind by three early on, it was an uphill battle for the Vancouver Canucks who for a second straight game in the Nation's capital couldn't figure the Ottawa Senators out. Join Rob Fai and guest Canucks analyst, Dave Tomlinson, as they break down the game, and begin to look at the remaining portion of Vancouver's 2021 schedule.
2021-04-291h 01The Nation with Rob FaiThe Nation with Rob Fai - Episode 26 - with Jeff Paterson and Samantha ChangFor the first time in nearly a month, the Vancouver Canucks were back out on the road in the Nation's Capital facing the Ottawa Senators. Olli Juolevi scored the lone goal for Vancouver as the Canucks (19-20-3) struggled with the upstart Sens (18-27-4). Join Rob Fai and Canucks analysts Jeff Paterson and Samantha Chang as they break down this game and set up the week for a Vancouver Canucks team fading from playoff contention. #ChambersPlan #ToyoTires #SaviSingh #DogPartners #LogoproSports #TheGamingStadium #MoveHealthandWellness #NHL #Canucks #RobFai #FaiNation #TheBroadscast #JPat #PatersonJeff #Senators
2021-04-2752 minThe Nation with Rob FaiThe Nation with Rob Fai - Episode 25 - with Jeff Paterson and Dave TomlinsonImagine the Vancouver Canucks improving to 3-1 (.750) since returning from the Covid struggles, and also moving to 6-1 (.875) in head-to-head action against Ottawa this season. Join The Nation host Rob Fai, Jeff Paterson (VANcast) and former NHLer Dave Tomlinson as they break down a convincing 4-2 win over the Senators on Saturday night down at Rogers Arena. #NHL #Canucks #Vancouver #Ottawa #Senators #ChambersPlan #ToyoTires #TheNation #LogoproSports #DogPartners #TheGamingStadium #SaviSinghRealEstateConsulting #MoveHealthandWellness #RobFai #JeffPaterson #DaveTomlinson
2021-04-2557 minThe Nation with Rob FaiThe Nation with Rob Fai - Episode 23 - with Jeff PatersonMinutes after the Canucks (18-18-3) topped the Toronto Maple Leafs (28-13-5) for a second straight night, The Nation was back at it with host Rob Fai breaking down the 6-3 victory for Vancouver. Join Rob, Canucks insider Jeff Paterson and more as we talk all things Canucks. #hubcastmedia #canucks #mapleleafs #RobFai #JeffPaterson
2021-04-2149 min
The Back Pain PodcastCould My Back Pain Be Coming From My Hip?Mehmet Gem is a specialist Hip Physiotherapist and in this episode, he discusses Hip Osteoarthritis, Femoroacetabular impingement (FAI) and Greater Trochanteric Pain Syndrome (GTPS) common conditions with three different demographics but all of which impact an individual’s ability to complete daily activities and on their daily lives. He also shares why asking the right questions is key and how understanding the detail in a patients history is so important in the process of an accurate diagnosis KEY TAKEAWAYS Much of the information a patient shares about their issue is communicated verbally but...
2021-04-1655 minThe Nation with Rob FaiThe Nation with Rob Fai - Episode 21 - with Jeff Paterson, Dave Tomlinson, Samantha Chang and J. BowmanJust hours after the 2021 NHL Trade Deadline, host Rob Fai brings four Canucks analysts together to dissect Vancouver's day and the rest of the league's movements. Jeff Paterson (The VANcast), Dave Tomlinson (former NHLer), Samantha Chang (Yahoo Sports) and J. Bowman (Trust The Process Podcast) provide top-notch insight that is a must-listen for all Vancouver Canucks fans.
2021-04-131h 02The Nation with Rob FaiThe Nation with Rob Fai - Episode 20 - with Ryan Dempster, Samantha Chang and Jeff PatersonOn a day when the Vancouver Canucks extend Tanner Pearson for the next three years, Rob Fai just happens to have a special edition of The Nation scheduled. Both Jeff Paterson (VANcast & The Athletic) and Samantha Chang (The Broadscast & Yahoo Sports) chime in on the recent Canucks musings before former Major League Baseball All-Star and World Series Champion Ryan Dempster peeks in to talk Blue Jays, James Paxton and his favourite baseball memories. A must listen from Season One of The Nation with Rob Fai, presented by Chamber of Commerce Group Insurance Plan.
2021-04-091h 01Inside Washington County with Rob SolomonInside Washington County with Nafisa FaiOur guest this week is Washington County’s newest County Commissioner-Nafisa Fai. Commissioner Fai was elected to represent district one which includes Beaverton, Aloha, Cooper Mountain, and Reedville last November. Nafisa has made history as the first Black and first Muslim person to be elected to the Washington County Commission.
As a twenty-two year resident of Oregon, Nafisa has spent the majority of her career working in public health. She also owns a small business based in Beaverton. Through her business, she helps local nonprofit and public and private sector clients grow and expand for their future. ...
2021-04-0528 minThe Nation with Rob FaiThe Nation with Rob Fai - Episode 17 - with Jeff Paterson and Samantha ChangJust minutes after the Vancouver Canucks wrapped up a four-game road trip with a 5-4 loss to Montreal in a shootout, Rob Fai welcomes both Jeff Paterson (The VANcast) and Samantha Chang (The Broadscast) onto The Nation to break down all the action.
2021-03-2150 minThe Nation with Rob FaiThe Nation with Rob Fai - Episode 16 - with Jeff Paterson and Dave TomlinsonVancouver picks up its 8th win in the past ten after a 3-2 overtime victory in Montreal. JT Miller scores the winner in the extra frame as the Canucks get back to the .500 mark on the season at 16-16-2.
Rob Fai is joined by both Jeff Paterson (The VANcast) and former NHLer Dave Tomlinson.
2021-03-2056 minThe Nation with Rob FaiThe Nation with Rob Fai - Episode 13 - with Jeff Paterson and Dave TomlinsonVancouver (13-16-2) wrapped up a five-game homestand with a greasy 2-1 victory over the Edmonton Oilers (18-12-0) on Saturday night down at Rogers Arena. Bo Horvat (12) and Tyler Myers (4) scored for Vancouver while Thatcher Demko stopped 34 of 35 shots to help the Canucks head out on the road with a 4-1 homestand now in the rearview mirror.
Join Rob Fai as he breaks down the Canucks and Oilers with both Jeff Paterson and Dave Tomlinson. #ChambersPlan
2021-03-1447 min
Trust The ProcessTRUST THE PROCESS Season 3, Ep 7: No, Really, #ThankYouJim w/ Rob FaiNo, Really, #ThankYouJim w/ Rob Fai (Original Release 2/27/21)
Things went from bad to worse for the Canucks this week, and hope is in short supply. We had to call in the big guns to help make sense of it, so Rob Fai (The Nation) was part of the Process this week as we discussed Jake’s trade value, the worst Canucks era, ballsy trades, JT Miller’s language and showing appreciation for Jim. All that plus we discuss the Russell Wilson trade rumours, Lowry to the 76ers(?!), working in video stores, best chip brands, best wrestling moments and more...
2021-03-101h 53The Nation with Rob FaiThe Nation with Rob Fai - Episode 11 - with Jeff Paterson and Rob WilliamsJust when it looked like the Canucks were going to squander a 29-save performance from Thatcher Demko, Adam Gaudette scored in the final minute of the 3rd period to even up Monday's game vs. Montreal at 1-1, and then Bo Horvat got Vancouver the extra point in the shootout to extend the Canucks winning ways to three in a row! Jeff Paterson (The VANcast) and Rob Williams (Daily Hive Vancouver) help break down the game.
2021-03-0958 minThe Nation with Rob FaiThe Nation with Rob Fai - Episode 8 - with Jeff Paterson and Barclay ParnetaShortly after a lacklustre 5-2 loss in Winnipeg, Rob is once again joined by Canucks analyst Jeff Paterson to dissect Tuesday night's game in Manitoba. Rob also talks with Vancouver Giants General Manager Barclay Parneta just hours after the Western Hockey League's B.C. Division finally got the green light from the provincial government to resume play. Please subscribe and rate our podcast and let people know that The Nation with Rob Fai, presented by Chamber of Commerce Group Insurance Plan is available on iTunes, Spotify and Podbean.
2021-03-0350 minThe Nation with Rob FaiThe Nation with Rob Fai - Bonus Coverage 1 - with Samantha ChangMarch has arrived for the Canucks who march toward the ides with an 8-14-2 record! It's a pivotal week for Vancouver, and both Rob Fai & Samantha Chang catch up with each other via Zoom to discuss the stories of the week.
2021-03-0112 minThe Nation with Rob FaiThe Nation with Rob Fai - Episode 5 - with Jeff PatersonAfter blowing a three-goal lead, the Canucks face the music as both Rob Fai and Jeff Paterson take Vancouver to task for yet another missed opportunity to turn this current season around.
2021-02-2448 min
The Other Connor PodcastThe Other Connor Podcast EP15 - S1 Feat. Rob Fai, Geoffrey Ulrich & Tom GazzolaTom Gazzola - TSN 1260 & NHL Network Correspondent (7:04)Tom Gazzola joined me to discuss the Oilers reverse retro uniforms, the team play of late, and what to expect when they take on the Vancouver CanucksGeoffrey Ulrich - Draft Kings Nation (24:46)Geoffrey joined me for his weekly hit to discuss who you should target and avoid in your DFS lineups! Rob Fai - The Nation (36:00) Rob Fai joined me to preview the upcoming games between the Oilers and Canucks, and discuss his new project "The...
2021-02-2351 minThe Nation with Rob FaiThe Nation with Rob Fai - Episode 3 - with Dave Tomlinson and Samantha ChangComing off a Canucks 2-0 shutout loss to the Winnipeg Jets, Rob Fai connects with both Dave Tomlinson and Samantha Chang to break down both the game and the current state of Vancouver's hockey club.
2021-02-2351 min
Canucks & Pucks PodcastEpisode 28: "Canucks Be a GM with Sam from The Broadscast, Area 51 Hockey, & Rob Fai Nation Radio"Sam from The Broadscast, Area 51 Hockey, and Rob Fai Nation Radio drops by to discuss the Canucks and sit in the GM's chair for our latest Be a GM segment. We discuss everything from who they should have in goal, the bottom-six, and the defence core for the 2020-21 season. It was an amazing episode with one of the up and coming stars in Canucks Nation and the sports world. Don't miss this one!
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2020-09-281h 07
Complete Sports MediaHow to get baseball insider gems? Listen to Rob Fai from Vancouver Canadians with Complete SportsThis is a can't miss episode of Complete Sports Podcast as we welcomed Rob Fai into the studio.
Rob is the one and only professional baseball broadcaster in Vancouver. He has been part of this extremely well run organization that remains for now Canada'a only affiliated minor league baseball team. The affiliation with the Toronto Blue Jays started in 2010 and has been a great move for both teams. Rob has blossomed into a great voice both on and off the air. He also blossomed into a beloved local radio personality and is about to enter the great wo...
2020-07-1133 min
Nucks Misconduct: for Vancouver Canucks fansTeam Chaos Scores a Victory, and Worst Drink to Order with Guest Rob Fai | Power Of The TowelThe NHL let chaos reign supreme and we have so many questions. The Canucks won't have the luck and get the bounces needed to win a draft lottery, but don't shame people who want to dream. TSN 1040's Rob Fai joins the show to talk about NHL returning to play, how he got started in his career, what is the drink to order to make you look like an idiot, and much more.Follow us on Twitter, @powerofthetowel and @nickbondi. Make sure to subscribe to the Nucks Misconduct Network and leave us a 5 star...
2020-06-301h 10Nucks Misconduct: for Vancouver Canucks fansTeam Chaos Scores a Victory, and Worst Drink to Order with Guest Rob Fai | Power Of The TowelThe NHL let chaos reign supreme and we have so many questions. The Canucks won't have the luck and get the bounces needed to win a draft lottery, but don't shame people who want to dream. TSN 1040's Rob Fai joins the show to talk about NHL returning to play, how he got started in his career, what is the drink to order to make you look like an idiot, and much more.Follow us on Twitter, @powerofthetowel and @nickbondi. Make sure to subscribe to the Nucks Misconduct Network and leave us a 5 star...
2020-06-301h 10
Baseball TalkClassic Episode: Rob Fai Back to September 10th of 2019 for this Episode. We're speaking with Director, Communications & Broadcasterfor the Vancouver Canadians Professional Baseball Club, Rob Fai. Side note, Rob also did voice over work for the EA Sports NHL series from NHL '11 to NHL '20. Yes we do get into that too! Tune in for a great conversation.
2020-04-251h 00
Cap Space Wins CupsEpisode 3 - No Socks Ft. Rob FaiThe boys wrap the week that was with the Canucks and are joined live by Rob Fai! we talk Cap Space, Hall of fame candidates and much more Check out Betway and VPNExpress links coming soon!
2020-03-071h 03
TheCommutewithRobFaiRob Fai Thank You - 1000 GamesRob Fai thanks many in his post-game wrap heard on Sportsnet 650 (6-16-2019)
2019-07-1706 min
TheCommutewithRobFaiJuly 1 2019 - Hillsboro 2 Canadians 1Trailing 2-0 to Hillsboro in the bottom of the 6th inning, Canadians RF Will Robertson hits a double that scores 3B Luis De Los Santos. Canadians broadcaster Rob Fai with the call on Sportsnet 650 AM.
2019-07-0200 min
TheCommutewithRobFaiRob Fai Nation Radio Rewind 4Rob chats about his questioning of Joey Votto's attire during an on-air apology suggesting it had a 'PR' feel to it.
2019-02-2802 min
TheCommutewithRobFaiRob Fai Nation Radio Rewind 3Rob debates where the BC Lions are in the evolution of their franchise.
2019-02-2801 min