Bik & The Boss
421 episodes - English - Latest episode: over 2 years ago - ★★★★ - 3 ratingsProducer-turned-broadcaster Bik Nizzar and radio veteran Craig MacEwen anchor the afternoon timeslot with in-depth Canucks chatter, breaking news analysis and entertaining guests.
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Oct 30: Scariest Canucks of all time and the best/worst halloween candies
October 31, 2020 00:20 - 197 MBDan and Randip drop their power rankings on the best and worst halloween treats and talk about the all time scariest Canuck players in team history. On today’s show Nick Shook (00:27) previews week 8 in the NFL, David Pagnotta (00:49) talks NHL and Guillaume Brisebois (02:01) discusses his new contract with the Canucks. The […]
Oct 29: Most underrated & worst Canucks of all time.
October 30, 2020 00:29 - 194 MBDan Riccio and Randip Janda go over the most underrated and also the worst Canucks players of all time. Joining the conversation is Jeff Marek (00:49) of Sportsnet and Greg Wyshynski (01:58) of ESPN to debate the all-time Canucks. Also, the boys are joined by Jamey Eisenberg (00:27) of CBS Sports to preview Thursday Night […]
Oct 28: Binder Blues
October 28, 2020 23:44 - 97.6 MBDan Riccio and Randip Janda are joined on Reach Deep by MLB pitcher Ryan Dempster and Harman Dayal of the Athletic, to break down the Tampa Bay Rays analytics laden loss in Game 6 of the World Series. As well, Shane O’Brien drops by to reveal his favorite Vancouver team mates.
Oct. 27: Is depth overrated?
October 28, 2020 00:19 - 64.1 MBDan and Randip debate whether depth players are an overrated part of an NHL roster. Also on the show: Eddie Lack (00:25) for Taco Tuesday and Josh Leivo (00:55) on signing with Calgary. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position […]
Oct. 26: The Canucks sans buyout
October 27, 2020 02:05 - 193 MBDan and Randip debate the Canucks decision to not use their compliance buyout this weekend. Also on the show, Marc Ross (00:25) on the NFL, Eno Sarris (1:00) on the World Series, and Iain MacIntyre (1:55) on the Canucks. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and […]
Oct. 23: NHL GM meetings
October 24, 2020 01:21 - 65.2 MBDan and Randip break down the latest to come out of the NHL GM meetings, including a possible start date to the 2021 season. Frank Schwab joins to the show to tee-up Week 7 in the NFL. David Pagnotta talks all things NHL. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the […]
Oct. 22: Buyout SZN
October 23, 2020 02:18 - 195 MBDan and Randip react to the Jake Virtanen extension and the resulting buyout window that will open. Also on the show: Jamey Eisenberg (00:25) on Week 7 in fantasy football, Josh Thole (1:25) on the World Series, and Irfaan Gaffar (1:55) on the Canucks. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of […]
Oct. 21: Are buyouts the only way?
October 21, 2020 23:23 - 133 MBDan and Randip discuss the Canucks best avenues to freeing up cap space, and the future of Michael Ferland. Shane O’Brien also joins the show for OB Wednesday. Also, catch the Week 7 Reach Deep NFL power rankings. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do […]
Oct. 20: Willie O’Ree joins Reach Deep
October 20, 2020 22:22 - 131 MBDan and Randip welcome in Hockey Hall of Famer Willie O’Ree, whose memoir was released today. Also on the show: Eddie Lack (00:25) for Taco Tuesday and Andy McCullough (00:55) on the World Series. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the […]
Oct. 19: Depth signings
October 20, 2020 00:12 - 193 MBDan and Randip react to the Adam Gaudette and Jayce Hawryluk signings by the Canucks. Also on the show: Jayce Hawryluk (00:25) on signing with Vancouver, Greg Wyshynski (00:55) on the NHL, Dom Cosentino (1:20) on the NFL, and Iain MacIntyre (1:55) on the Canucks. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those […]
Oct. 16: No country for old men
October 16, 2020 23:00 - 133 MBDan and Randip have some fun at Toronto’s expense following their most recent acquisition. Also on the show: Matt Verderame (00:25) on week 6 in the NFL, David Pagnotta (00:55) on the NHL, and Irfaan Gaffar (1:55) on the Canucks. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests […]
Oct. 15: The flat cap
October 15, 2020 22:59 - 197 MBDan and Randip continue to analyze the Canucks potential offseason moves, as well as Randip’s style choice. Also on the show: Jamey Eisenberg (00:25), Michael Traikos (00:55) and Dan Murphy (2:00) on the Canucks. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the […]
Oct. 14: A Canadian Division
October 14, 2020 23:02 - 200 MBDan and Randip react to Bill Foley spilling the beans on a potential Canadian Division in the NHL next season. Also on the show: Arpon Basu (00:25) on the Canadiens, Harman Dayal (00:55) on the Canucks, and Eddie Lack (1:55) for Taco Tuesday… on a Wednesday. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are […]
Oct. 13: A Thanksgiving to remember
October 13, 2020 23:01 - 182 MBDan and Randip break down an eventful Thanksgiving weekend for Canucks fans and Jim Benning. Also on the show: Troy Stecher (00:25) on signing with Detroit, Shane O’Brien (00:55) on the Canucks, Jeff Marek (2:00) on the NHL, and Bob Condotta (2:20) on the Seahawks. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those […]
Oct. 9: NHL Signing Season
October 09, 2020 23:03 - 202 MBDan and Randip guide you through #NHLFreeAgency and break down all the latest when it comes to the Vancouver Canucks. Hear from Canucks GM Jim Benning. Irfaan Gaffar, David Pagnotta, and Iain MacIntyre also weigh in. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily […]
Oct. 8: Holding pattern
October 08, 2020 23:00 - 195 MBDan and Randip get you set for free agent Friday from a Canucks perspective. Also on the show: Jamey Eisenberg (00:25) on fantasy football, Harman Dayal (00:55) on the Canucks, and Shane O’Brien (1:50) on the NHL. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not […]
Oct. 7: The NHL Draft
October 07, 2020 23:07 - 197 MBDan and Randip break down the NHL Draft as it happens. Hear from Canucks draft picks Jackson Kunz and Jacob Truscott. Also on the show: Dan Murphy talks Canucks and Mike Futa on the NHL Draft. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily […]
Oct. 6: This is not a drill
October 06, 2020 23:00 - 195 MBDan and Randip react to the news that Tyler Toffoli will reportedly explore free agency. Also on the show: Irfaan Gaffar (00:25) on the Canucks, Eddie Lack (00:55) for Taco Tuesday, and Iain MacIntyre (1:50) on the Canucks. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do […]
Oct. 5: Believe-O-Benning
October 05, 2020 23:01 - 195 MBDan and Randip gauge Canucks fans’ belief in Jim Benning ahead of a potentially wild week in the NHL. Also on the show: Steve Valiquette (00:25) on goaltender analytics, Luke Schenn (00:55) on winning the Cup, and Chris Johnston (1:30) on the NHL. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the […]
Oct. 2: OEL machinations
October 02, 2020 23:01 - 191 MBDan and Randip continue the ongoing conversation around a potential trade for Coyotes defenseman Oliver Ekman-Larsson. Also on the show: Nick Shook (00:25) on the NFL, David Pagnotta (00:55) and Dan Murphy (2:00) on OEL. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect […]
Oct. 1: Is OEL worth the money?
October 01, 2020 23:01 - 199 MBDan and Randip debate whether Oliver Ekman-Larsson is worth trading for and what the Canucks can realistically offer. Also on the show: Jamey Eisenberg (00:25) on fantasy football, Kevin Weekes (00:55) on NHL free agency, and our favourite former Canuck Shane O’Brien (1:55). The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the […]
Sept. 29: Learning from the Lightning
September 29, 2020 20:57 - 64.2 MBDan and Randip discuss the biggest takeaways from how the Stanley Cup Champion Tampa Bay Lightning were constructed. Eddie Lack also joins the show for Taco Tuesday. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Media Inc. or any […]
Sept. 28: The market for Tanev
September 28, 2020 22:05 - 130 MBDan and Randip discuss the free agent market for Chris Tanev with NHL Insider Chris Johnston (00:55). Gary Gramling (00:25) also joins the show to discuss Week 3 in the NFL. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers […]
Sept. 25: Canucks contenders?
September 25, 2020 22:06 - 135 MBDan and Randip discuss whether the Canucks can and will be legitimate Stanley Cup contenders within the next 10 seasons. Also on the show: David Pagnotta (00:25) on the NHL and Ben Shpigel (00:55) on Week 3 in the NFL. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests […]
Sept. 24: Buyouts
September 24, 2020 23:00 - 198 MBDan and Randip rank the top Canucks buyout candidates ahead of tomorrow. Also on the show: Jamey Eisenberg (00:25) on fantasy football, Greg Wyshynski (00:50) on the NHL, and Andy McCullough (2:00) on the Major League post season. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do […]
Sept. 23: So you’re saying there’s a chance!?
September 23, 2020 22:03 - 5 MBDan and Randip revisit how the Canucks could potentially get the Loui Eriksson cap hit off the books. Also on the show: Shane O’Brien (00:25) for OB Wednesday and Irfaan Gaffar (00:55) on the Canucks. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect […]
Sept. 22: Tanev to Pittsburgh?
September 22, 2020 22:59 - 198 MBDan and Randip discuss the possibility of the Pittsburgh Penguins pursuing Chris Tanev should he hit free agency. Also on the show: John Clayton (00:25) for Seahawks Tuesday, Eddie Lack (00:55) for Taco Tuesday, and Iain MacIntyre (1:50) on the Canucks. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and […]
Sept. 21: Sorry, who could sign Markstrom!?
September 21, 2020 22:42 - 131 MBDan and Randip react as our Monday NHL Insider Chris Johnston tells us a certain Eastern Canadian team potentially has interest in Jacob Markstrom. Also on the show: Dave Andreychuk (00:30) and Travis Moen (00:55) talk Stanley Cup Final. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and […]
Sept 18: Trade chips
September 18, 2020 23:00 - 195 MBDan and Randip discuss which Canucks players are the best trade chips this offseason. Also on the show: Matt Verderame (00:25) on Week 2 in the NFL, Harman Dayal (00:55) on the Canucks, and David Pagnotta (1:50) on the NHL.
Sept. 17: Boeser joins Reach Deep
September 17, 2020 22:01 - 131 MBDan and Randip are joined by Canucks forward Brock Boeser. Also on the show: Jamey Eisenberg (00:25) on fantasy football, and Scott Burnside on the NHL (00:50). The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Media Inc. or any […]
Sept. 16: Dealing for Dumba
September 16, 2020 23:01 - 198 MBDan and Randip theorize what it would realistically take for teams to get Dumba from the Wild. Also on the show: Sean Shapiro (00:25) on the Stars, Eddie Lack (00:50) for Taco Tuesday, and Iain MacIntyre (1:50) on the Canucks. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests […]
Sept. 15: Demko is living in DeBoer’s head, rent free
September 15, 2020 22:12 - 130 MBDan and Randip have some fun with DeBoer’s most recently acknowledgment of Thatcher Demko. Also on the show: Shane O’Brien (00:25) on the Canucks, and Danny O’Neil (00:55) for Seahawks Tuesday. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers […]
Sept. 14: Overreaction Monday
September 14, 2020 22:03 - 5 MBDan and Randip think of creative ways the Canucks can manoeuvre their current cap situation. Also on the show: Corey Pronman (00:25) and Chris Johnston (00:55) on the Canucks. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Media Inc. […]
Sept. 11: Bargain Blue Line
September 11, 2020 22:21 - 128 MBDan and Randip discuss how the Canucks can remodel their defence on a budget, within the restraints of the flat-cap. Also on the show: Brendan Batchelor (00:25) and David Pagnotta (00:55) on the Canucks. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the […]
Sept. 10: Tanev talks
September 10, 2020 22:13 - 128 MBDan and Randip discuss Chris Tanev’s potential future in Vancouver and what it would take to re-sign him. Also on the show: Kelly Hrudey (00:25) on the Canucks goalie situation, Bo Horvat and Chris Tanev’s season-ending media availability (1:00), and Jamey Eisenberg (1:20) answers your fantasy football questions. The views and opinions expressed in this […]
Sept. 9: What’s next in Vancouver?
September 09, 2020 21:58 - 127 MBDan and Bik continue to analyze the Canucks off-season as they welcome Mark Spector (00:25) and Iain MacIntyre (00:55) as well. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Media Inc. or any affiliate.
Sept. 8: Benning joins Reach Deep
September 08, 2020 22:06 - 130 MBDan and Randip speak with a candid Jim Benning following the conclusion of the Canucks season. Also on the show: Chris Johnston (00:25) and Eddie Lack (00:55) also weigh in on the Canucks. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position […]
Sept. 4: The Canucks look to Dem-K.O. the Knights
September 04, 2020 23:00 - 196 MBDan and Randip get you set for Game 7 between the Canucks and Golden Knights with guests, Iain MacIntyre (00:10), David Pagnotta (00:55), and Brenton Demko (1:50). The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Media Inc. or any […]
Sept. 3: Looking for lotto luck
September 03, 2020 23:11 - 196 MBDan and Randip get you set for Game 6 between the Canucks and Golden Knights. Also on the show: Michael Traikos (00:25) and Brad May (1:55) weigh in on the Canucks, and Jay Triano (1:20) on Steve Nash. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do […]
Sept. 2: The Bonus Hour
September 02, 2020 23:56 - 62.6 MBDan and Randip welcome Emily Kaplan to the show as they talk Canucks and all things hockey. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Media Inc. or any affiliate.
Sept. 2: Demko Day
September 02, 2020 23:08 - 92.6 MBDan and Randip break down an important Game 5 win, as the Canucks stave-off elimination. Also on the show: Irfaan Gaffar (00:30), Brendan Batchelor (00:55), and Shane O’Brien (1:55) also weigh in on the Canucks. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect […]
Sept. 1: Operation Dem-Go
September 01, 2020 22:59 - 192 MBDan and Randip react to Thatcher Demko starting in Game 5 against the Golden Knights. Also on the show: Eddie Lack (00:55) and Harman Dayal (1:55) also weigh in the Canucks. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers […]
Aug. 31: Still standing
August 31, 2020 23:00 - 195 MBDan and Randip break down back-to-back losses by the Canucks, who are now on the brink of elimination. Also on the show: Dan Rosen (00:25), Iain MacIntyre (00:55), and Chris Johnston (1:55) all weigh in on the Canucks. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do […]
Aug. 28: Silence is violence
August 28, 2020 22:32 - 162 MBDan and Randip have important discussions around hockey’s role in supporting the Black Lives Matter movement with Donnovan Bennet (00:25), David Pagnotta (55:00), and Greg Wyshynski (1:55). The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Media Inc. or any […]
Aug. 27: We cannot just stick to sports
August 27, 2020 23:02 - 197 MBDan and Randip have powerful discussions with Kelly Hrudey (00:10), Max Kerman (00:55), and Irfaan Gaffar (1:55) about hockey’s role in fighting racial injustices. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Media Inc. or any affiliate.
Aug. 26: A momentous day in sports history
August 26, 2020 23:01 - 194 MBDan and Randip react to the breaking news of NBA players boycotting playoff games and the ensuing ripple effects. They also touch on the Canucks with Dan Murphy (00:25), Shane O’Brien (00:55), and Justin Bourne (1:55). The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily […]
Aug. 25: Will Toffoli play?
August 25, 2020 23:02 - 193 MBDan and Randip get you set for Game 2 between the Canucks and Golden Knights with Chris Johnston (00:10), Eddie Lack (1:00), and Iain MacIntyre (1:55). The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Media Inc. or any affiliate.
Aug. 21: The Canucks need a hero
August 21, 2020 23:23 - 96.6 MBDan and Randip discuss which depth player they believe will come up a hero for the Canucks tonight. Also on the show: Dan Murphy (00:25) and David Pagnotta (1:00) also weigh in on the Canucks. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect […]
Aug. 20: The Canucks prove Randip wrong
August 20, 2020 23:02 - 188 MBDan and Randip react to a pivotal Game 5 victory by the Canucks over the Blues. Randip’s pre-series prediction proves incorrect. Also on the show: Frank Corrado (00:25), Michael Traikos (00:55), and Irfaan Gaffar (1:55) also weigh in on the Canucks. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and […]
Aug. 19: The Blues shall not pass!
August 19, 2020 23:03 - 192 MBDan and Randip share what they believe it will take for the Canucks to win a pivotal Game 5 vs St. Louis. Also on the show: Dan Rosen (00:25), Shane O’Brien (00:55), and Iain MacIntyre (1:55) all weigh in on the Canucks. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts […]