1st and Now

Rick Campbell Talks Homecoming, Keys To Improvement

August 23, 2021 20:46 - 24 minutes - 22 MB

Your BC Lions are 1-2 and looking to get back into the win column this Saturday in Ottawa. For head coach Rick Campbell, it marks a return to the city he called home for six seasons and led the REDBLACKS to a Grey Cup championship in 2016. Campbell also breaks down what was a busy and exciting week for the club, including the announcement of new team owner Amar Doman!

The MOJ Stops By!

July 06, 2021 16:01 - 20 minutes - 18.8 MB

Matt is joined by Lions play-by-play voice Bob "The Moj Marjanovich who talks about the new broadcast deal with Corus, being reunited with Giulio Caravatta and some of the storylines he's excited for as training camp begins this weekend.

ATL Duo Primed For Grey Cup Run With Lions

June 08, 2021 19:59 - 35 minutes - 32.8 MB

With a return to the field hopefully getting closer by the day, Matt catches up with Lions defensive backs Garry Peters and Kenny Ladler. The childhood friends talk about growing up in Atlanta, playing big games against big opponents in college and excitement to kick things off in Kamloops later this summer with an exciting group.

Hall Of Famer Leroy Blugh Talks Lions D-Line

May 12, 2021 19:56 - 27 minutes - 25.3 MB

Defensive line coach Leroy Blugh stops in for a discussion on some of the talented players in his position group being brought to camp. It's a nice mixture of CFL and NFL experience. Blugh also talks about his relationship with head coach Rick Campbell and looks back on his Hall of Fame career as a player.

CFL Draft, Broadcast Legends & Excitement For 2021

April 28, 2021 02:04 - 28 minutes - 26 MB

Lions co-GM Neil McEvoy stops by for a look ahead to the CFL Draft on May 4th! How excited is he for this year's class of Canadian content? That plus he and Matt kick around some stories about a few British Columbia broadcasting legends.

Scouting Season Heats Up

April 13, 2021 00:33 - 24 minutes - 22.4 MB

Matt checks in with Lions co-GM/head coach Rick Campbell for a preview of both the Global Draft on Thursday and Canadian Draft set for May 4th. How stoked is Campbell to land an impact Global player at first overall? He also looks ahead to planning for training camp in this uncertain world.

Sukh Chungh| Football, Muscle Cars, Sikh Heritage & More!

March 29, 2021 23:55 - 25 minutes - 23.2 MB

Matt is joined by Lions offensive lineman Sukh Chungh. The former Terry Fox Ravens star talks about preparation for his 6th CFL season, offseason hobbies that include re-building a classic car and the pride he takes in being a role model to younger Sikh children pursuing their sports dreams.

BONUS: A Chat With Lemar Durant

March 24, 2021 23:44 - 14 minutes - 13.3 MB

Coquitlam native Lemar Durant joins Matt for a bonus episode. The receiver talks about a hobby he picked up during the COVID shutdown, his excitement level for getting back on the field and his thoughts on the Lions team that's being constructed for a big return in 2021!

From North Delta To Bright TSN Lights

March 16, 2021 02:56 - 31 minutes - 28.9 MB

Matt is joined by former BC Lions defensive back and current TSN football analyst Davis Sanchez. The North Delta native looks back on some fond memories of his time in the den plus talks about his transition into broadcasting. In 2020, Sanchez realized just how much he loves being part of the CFL on TSN family.

Do Ya Feel Lucky?

March 03, 2021 00:00 - 22 minutes - 20.7 MB

Matt is joined by new Lions receiver Lucky Whitehead. The dynamic playmaker talks about what sold him on signing with the squad, some of the highlights of his time with the Dallas Cowboys and the scary incident which saw his dog Blitz get kidnapped and held for ransom.

Free Agent Frenzy

February 08, 2021 19:48 - 24 minutes - 22.3 MB

Co-GM and head coach Rick Campbell joins the show to look ahead to free agency and discuss some of the great pieces the Lions have already brought in. Campbell also can't wait for the chance to see what Bryan Burnham can do in this 2021 offence, after the All-Star re-signed last week.

Mackie Embracing New Role In 2021

January 21, 2021 01:48 - 28 minutes - 25.8 MB

Matt Baker talks with Lions fullback David Mackie on his new contract, his new role as a member of the special teams leadership group and how he has kept himself busy during the pandemic growing his personal training business back east.

The Co-GMs Talk 2021 and MORE!

December 07, 2020 16:56 - 22 minutes - 21 MB

Rick Campbell and Neil McEvoy join episode 41 to talk about their appointment as Co-General Managers and how plans are moving forward on a return to contention in 2021. The two football lifers took vastly different paths to their current positions, but both share the common goal!

McEvoy Talks Grey Cup Memories And MORE

November 12, 2020 18:35 - 22 minutes - 20.9 MB

Director of Football Operations Neil McEvoy joins episode 40. A member of three Lions Grey Cup-winning squads, he talks about his championship memories. He's also a busy guy preparing for a return to the field in 2021. How does the altered draft format impact their scouting plans? McEvoy breaks it all down as he and head coach Rick Campbell continue to lead the brass.

A Tribute To David Braley

October 29, 2020 00:31 - 32 minutes - 29.8 MB

Episode 39 is dedicated to our owner, Mr. David Braley. Matt is joined by Wally Buono and Lions Vice President George Chayka for a tribute to the giant of a man who died earlier this week. The men share some of their fondest memories of a true Canadian patriot, and also talk about some of the things many people may not have known about him. This one is for you, Mr. B!

Coach Campbell Joins The Show

October 23, 2020 17:35 - 24 minutes - 22.7 MB

Lions head coach Rick Campbell joins 1st and Now to talk about how he and the brass are preparing for 2021 after the departure of GM Ed Hervey. Campbell says his discussions with coaches and players are all the same: the CFL will be as exciting as ever once we are back on the field. He also breaks down how different prep for the Draft and free agency will be this offseason.

Shaq Johnson AKA H.I.M.

October 14, 2020 16:07 - 26 minutes - 24.3 MB

You knew he was an athletic receiver. But did you also know Shaq Johnson had another big talent? In episode 37, Johnson stops by to talk about his latest project as an aspiring rap artist. He got the inspiration to do music from his father Alvin, a former reggae performer. Shaq also looks back on breaking in with the Lions and scoring his first career touchdown in a victory in Hamilton in 2017.

Stadium Cribs Reunion

October 01, 2020 23:20 - 31 minutes - 28.6 MB

Richie Leone and Mike Benson join the show to talk about their favourite memories of BC Lions Stadium Cribs and more! The special teams duo remain close friends and also views the time in British Columbia as a highlight of their career. Both players admit times are tough without football games to play in 2020.

Catching Up With Superman

September 16, 2020 16:23 - 27 minutes - 25.2 MB

Geroy Simon stops by on episode 35 to talk all things football! The CFL's all-time leader in receiving yards gives his thoughts on the Grey Cup Fan Base, talks about going into the Greater Johnstown High School Ring of Honour, his excitement for Chase Claypool and MORE!

Romantic About The Grey Cup

September 04, 2020 16:26 - 31 minutes - 28.9 MB

Matt is joined by Lions offensive line coach Kelly Bates! The self-confessed Grey Cup romantic shares his favourite stories on the trophy, when he first saw it up close and of course breaks down the moment he broke it after winning in 2006! Bates also talks about the current times and how he can't wait to hit the field again with his offensive linemen.

From The Shores Of Kingston

August 28, 2020 16:54 - 34 minutes - 31.3 MB

BC Lions offensive lineman Andrew Peirson joins episode 33! Peirson talks about growing up in Kingston and his path to the Lions that included a stop at Gannon University in Erie, Pennsylvania. Plus, Peirson has a great story about nearly not making it to his first Lions camp in Kamloops! Once he got there, he was able to learn from a few great mentors on the 0-Line.

Tuck Tales

July 31, 2020 15:59 - 32 minutes - 29.5 MB

Matt speaks with BC Lions receivers coach Jason Tucker. The three-time CFL All-Star talks about his path to Canada that included a stop with the Dallas Cowboys and a stint with the Rhein Fire of NFL Europe. Tuck also can't wait to get to work with the Lions crop of receivers.

Put Your Helmet On!

July 08, 2020 04:53 - 25 minutes - 23.4 MB

Matt is joined by TSN 1040 Lions analyst Giulio Caravatta in Episode 31! The guys look back on some of the key moments from the magical 2011 Grey Cup season, Giulio tells a great story about his first trip to Hamilton as a player in 1991 and they also talk about latest activities during the COVID-19 shutdown.

Father Figures

June 18, 2020 00:30 - 31 minutes - 28.9 MB

Veteran Lions defensive back TJ Lee joins host Matt Baker to talk about Father's Day and some of the best Dad figures he has had in his life. Lee also looks back to his first ever Lions camp in 2014 and how he went from a relatively unknown prospect to one of the best defensive backs in the entire CFL.

Episode 29 | Camp Life And Wallyisms

May 28, 2020 13:59 - 30 minutes - 28.2 MB

Host Matt Baker is joined by longtime Lions employee Neil McEvoy who looks back on starting with the Lions in ticket sales in the mid 90s and climbing his way up the football operations ladder. The duo talks Kamloops training camp memories and Neil also weighs in on one of his favourite all-time Wally Buono stories.

Episode 28 | If Beale St. BBQ Could Talk

May 13, 2020 18:11 - 33 minutes - 30.3 MB

Host Matt Baker is joined by former Lions lineman and current Director of Corporate Partnerships Jamie Taras who talks about memories of Doug Flutie and travelling to American CFL cities in 1994 and 1995. Taras also breaks down some of the important Lions community initiatives the club is promoting during this COVD-19 pandemic.

Episode 27 | Tales of a Canadian QB

April 28, 2020 20:04 - 33 minutes - 30.9 MB

Host Matt Baker is joined by Lions colour analyst Giulio Caravatta! Giulio talks about life as a firefighter on the front lines during COVId-19, looks back on his days as a Toronto Blue Jays groundskeeper, his first ever start as Lions QB in 1995 and talks about this week's CFL draft!

Episode 26 | Sergio Castillo

April 21, 2020 16:50 - 30 minutes - 28.1 MB

Host Matt Baker chats with newly re-signed kicker Sergio Castillo. How excited is Sergio to build on what was a career year in 2019? The kicker also talks about life in Texas during COVID-19 and breaks down his experience playing for the XFL's Houston Roughnecks.

Episode 25 | Makin' It Rain

March 27, 2020 22:26 - 29 minutes - 26.7 MB

Matt and Travis head down to Florida for a chat with the always-entertaining Chris Rainey! How excited is the Rain Man to be back in Lions orange? The speedster is motivated to help this squad back back to the playoffs and compete for the Grey Cup. Rainey also talks about life in the Sunshine State and adjustments to the every day routine with his wife and kids during the COVID-19 pandemic.

Episode 24 | Reilly's Ramblings

March 12, 2020 21:04 - 28 minutes - 26.3 MB

Matt and Travis are joined by Lions starting quarterback Mike Reilly in episode 24 of 1st and Now! In his first interview of 2020, Reilly has plenty of jokes in store and talks about his excitement for a new coaching staff. The boys also talk about some of the latest developments surrounding the COVID-19 virus.

Episode 23 | I Still Keep A Suitcase In Berlin

March 05, 2020 19:52 - 34 minutes - 31.4 MB

Matt and Travis are back with episode 23! The fellas are joined by long-time Lions strength and conditioning coach Chris Boyko who shares his interesting path to working in pro football and what his routine is like keeping the players in tip-top shape. Mr. Lulay also shares some good stories of his time in NFL Europe with the Berlin Thunder! The fellas also talk about CFL Commissioner Randy Ambrosie's commitment to making the league more global.

Episode 22 | Smells Like Football

February 26, 2020 20:15 - 34 minutes - 31.9 MB

Matt Baker and Travis Lulay are back with a football-filled episode 22 of 1st and Now! The boys break down the latest additions to this Lions squad and look ahead to next week when the entire coaching staff will be in town. Also, with the NFL Combine going on we go down memory lane with Travis on his experience working out for all 32 NFL teams back in 2006. It includes a doozy of a story on his interview session with the Miami Dolphins!

Episode 21 | Interview with a Lions Legend

February 20, 2020 20:13 - 44 minutes - 41.2 MB

Matt Baker and Travis Lulay speak with Lions legend and current defensive backs coach Ryan Phillips. What does RP remember about first breaking in with the BC Lions? Matt and Travis also break down the club's recent free agent additions.

Episode 20 | Free Agent Frenzy

February 12, 2020 23:24 - 31 minutes - 29.2 MB

Host Matt Baker is joined by TSN 1040 Lions analyst Giulio Caravatta! The duo breaks down a busy 24 hours for the club in free agency and how the addition of Micah Johnson will do wonders for the defence. Plus, Giulio goes down memory lane and shares some stories of the legendary J.P. McConnell.

Episode 19 | Catching Up With Coach Campbell

February 06, 2020 19:34 - 34 minutes - 31.6 MB

Episode 19 of 1st and Now is jam-packed with football content! Matt Baker and Travis Lulay speak with head coach Rick Campbell on his re-adjustment to the west coast and what he is looking for in free agency next week. Plus, they recap Super Bowl LIV.

First And Now Season Premiere | Let The Offseason Fun Begin

January 29, 2020 23:00 - 39 minutes - 36 MB

In Episode 18 of First and Now, Matt Baker is joined by 2011 Grey Cup MVP Travis Lulay. The pair discusses a couple of key offseason moves by the BC Lions and also give their thoughts on Super Bowl LIV between the San Francisco 49ers and Kansas City Chiefs.

Episode 17 | Grey Cup Saturdays Were Made For Partying

November 26, 2019 23:35 - 55 minutes - 50.6 MB

Matt and Jamie are back with a post-Grey Cup edition of 1st and Now. The fellas recap what was a big day for the Winnipeg Blue Bombers and Jamie is really angry about something that gets discussed around every Grey Cup! They also have some hard-hitting food takes.

Episode 16 | "You need to start with a core and a core is there."

November 19, 2019 00:44 - 52 minutes - 48.3 MB

Matt and Jamie are back for a recap of the division finals plus they tee up the 107th Grey Cup between Hamilton and Winnipeg. The fellas also debate the big issue of when is it too early to hang Christmas decorations?

First & Now Special | Chat with the Prez

October 23, 2019 21:43 - 55 minutes - 50.6 MB

BC Lions' president Rick LeLacheur takes calls and questions from Season Ticket holders with the help of moderator Matt Baker.

EPISODE 14 | "The grind don't stop"

July 30, 2019 18:30 - 25 minutes - 23.4 MB

Fan favourite and BC Lions legend Travis Lulay joins Matt Baker for a bye-week edition of 1st & Now to talk family life, football and the psychology of slumps.

Episode 13 | "We're In a Yelling Mood."

July 22, 2019 21:52 - 28 minutes - 26.1 MB

In Episode 13 of 1st and Now, Matt and Jamie look ahead to the big rematch with Saskatchewan plus talk moon landings and the FaceApp craze.

Episode 12 | "It's like having kids. You've gotta believe in them."

July 16, 2019 00:58 - 50 minutes - 46 MB

In Episode 12 of First and Now, Matt and Jamie look ahead to a big test in Regina and go down memory lane to visits there from the past. The duo also discusses the MLB All-Star game and adventures in fatherhood.

Episode 11 | No apologies for victory

July 09, 2019 03:09 - 46 minutes - 42.5 MB

Matt and Jamie are back! In episode 11, the boys recap a big win in Toronto, break down what has impressed them with the Lions so far plus get into everything else that's gone down in the world of sports, including the Raptors title and subsequent loss of Kawhi Leonard.

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