Latest Bc lions Podcast Episodes
A Watermelon Smash Week Episode Featuring Chase Brice
1st and Now - July 11, 2024 03:41 - 53 minutes ★★★★★ - 2 ratingsMatt and Nik are back to preview Saturday's 1st place battle with Saskatchewan and some of the exciting plans for our second annual Watermelon Smash. Quarterback Chase Brice joins the fellas to talk about his memories of Clemson, his friendship with Trevor Lawrence and adjustments to life in the ...
Special Episode On Help Starts Here Program With BC Government & Lions Alumni
1st and Now - July 09, 2024 21:46 - 29 minutes ★★★★★ - 2 ratingsMatt & Nik bring you a special 1st and Now with Lion legends Jamie Taras, Angus Reid and Honourary Jennifer Whiteside, Minster of Mental Health And Addiction. The roundtable discusses the Help Starts Here Program and how people battling mental health and addictions can seek help.
Talking Ticats With Hamilton Football Staple Steve Milton
1st and Now - July 04, 2024 01:18 - 1 hour ★★★★★ - 2 ratingsIt's Hamilton week as the Lions are back at work in search of a fourth straight win this Sunday. Matt and Nik are thrilled to be joined by Steve Milton, formerly with the Hamilton Spectator and now with Ticats.ca. 'Uncle Milty' gives a thorough breakdown of what has plagued the Ticats in their 0-...
Another Elk Hunt Beckons
1st and Now - June 26, 2024 12:45 - 50 minutes ★★★★★ - 2 ratingsIt's another rivalry week as Matt and Nik look ahead to Thursday Night Football against the Edmonton Elks. The boys speak with Elks' radio analyst Dave Campbell on the 0-3 start, how the offence has looked under McLeod Bethel-Thompson and a little check- in on the Alberta Capital after a long Sta...
Andrew Harris On Running Back Relentless Doc & Great Lion Memories
1st and Now - June 20, 2024 18:00 - 39 minutes ★★★★★ - 2 ratingsA special bonus episode of the podcast this week as BC Lions legend Andrew Harris makes his 1st and Now debut. The 2011 Grey Cup Most Valuable Canadian discusses the documentary ‘Running Back Relentless’ which chronicles his eventful and sometimes turbulent path to pro football. Harris also re-li...
Winnipeg Week & Previewing Canada's Quest For Another Gold At Worlds
1st and Now - June 19, 2024 16:32 - 49 minutes ★★★★★ - 2 ratingsMatt and Nik recap a special Concert Kickoff home opener against Calgary and a big divisional win. The fellas also look forward to another big divisional test in Winnipeg against a depleted Bombers team. The boys are also excited to welcome Team Canada head coach Warren Craney ahead of this weeke...
Previewing Concert Kickoff & A Chat With Joshua Archibald
1st and Now - June 13, 2024 02:17 - 53 minutes ★★★★★ - 2 ratingsMatt and Nik tee up Saturday’s much anticipated Concert Kickoff featuring 50 Cent and the keys to taking down the Stampeders. Defensive lineman Josh Archibald joins the show to discuss how much he’s grown in three years while giving an in -depth review of his first career sack in Toronto which ha...
Ayden Eberhardt On Year Two With Lions, Memories Of Wyoming And Love Of Denver Sports
1st and Now - June 06, 2024 00:01 - 45 minutes ★★★★★ - 2 ratingsLions' receiver Ayden Eberhardt joins the show to talk about his goals for year two with the squad. He also breaks down some of his great Wyoming memories which included some great stories about quarterback Josh Allen. Matt and Nik also look ahead to the week one opener in Toronto, break down the...
Kyle Nelson On Lions Camp Life, CFL Bloodlines & Memories of the San Francisco 49ers
1st and Now - May 29, 2024 02:56 - 50 minutes ★★★★★ - 2 ratingsA conversation with a CFL lifer. Matt and Nik sit down with new long snapper Kyle Nelson who dishes on life in Kamloops and his rich Canadian bloodlines. Plus, Bakes gets some insight on his time with the 49ers which included a memorable Super Bowl clash.
Scouting Life With Jim Jauch As Camp Kicks Into High Gear
1st and Now - May 21, 2024 05:53 - 46 minutes ★★★★★ - 2 ratingsMatt and Nik recap the Lions' first camp scrimmage this past weekend plus sit down with director of US Scouting Jim Jauch. Jim talks about the routine of scouting and how his year-round schedule dictates who the team brings into camp.
Scouting Life With Jim Juach As Camp Kicks Into High Gear
1st and Now - May 21, 2024 05:53 - 46 minutes ★★★★★ - 2 ratingsMatt and Nik recap the Lions' first camp scrimmage this past weekend plus sit down with director of US Scouting Jim Jauch. Jim talks about the routine of scouting and how his year-round schedule dictates who the team brings into camp.
Training Camp Talk With Ryan Phillips and Jason Tucker
1st and Now - May 16, 2024 06:23 - 59 minutes ★★★★★ - 2 ratingsMatt and Nik break down the training camp storylines and position battles plus take a deep dive into the 2011 Grey Cup champion Lions. The boys also talk to Ryan Phillips and Jason Tucker about their camp experience and life in Kamloops.
Talkin' about draft picks, Christian Covington and a 2006 Grey Cup Recap
1st and Now - May 03, 2024 00:24 - 1 hour ★★★★★ - 2 ratingsWith one week to go until first-year Lions hit the training camp grind in Kamloops, Matt and Nik recap the 2024 draft class with 3 Down Nations's JC Abbott. Offensive lineman and round- one selection George Una also stops by. The boys also break down a huge week of signings headlined by the addit...
Welcoming 2000 Champs To Wall Of Fame With Jamie Taras & Sean Millington
1st and Now - April 18, 2024 15:57 - 1 hour ★★★★★ - 2 ratingsMatt & Nik are back with a deep dive on the 2000 Grey Cup win as that year's unforgettable squad will enter the Wall Of Fame later this year. Jamie Taras and Sean Millington join the show for a look back on some of the best memories from the championship season, including an intense battle in the...
Big Play VA Joins The Show
1st and Now - April 03, 2024 19:56 - 1 hour ★★★★★ - 2 ratingsMatt and Nik catch up with Vernon Adams Jr. from his home in Tacoma. VA talks about his motivation for the 2024 season, the role he played in helping recruit key free agents to the den and his thoughts on March Madness! The boys also continue their Grey Cup recaps with a look at the unforgettable...
Combine Memories, Travel Talk & Gearing Up for 2024 With David Menard
1st and Now - March 21, 2024 17:22 - 56 minutes ★★★★★ - 2 ratingsDefensive lineman David Menard joins the fellas from his offseason training hub in Montreal. Menard talks about the mindset and goals ahead of his 10th CFL season, how the Combine process has changed since he worked out for CFL teams in 2014 and much more. Matt and Nik also continue our 70th Seas...
Game Themes, Grey Cup Throwback & Coach Tanya on International Women's Day
1st and Now - March 08, 2024 18:20 - 42 minutes ★★★★★ - 2 ratingsMatt and Nik dish out their favourite Lions home game themes of 2024 plus begin their deep dives into our Grey Cup championship teams with a look at the 1964 squad! Tanya Henderson also joins the fellas to talk about an exciting new flag football venture as we honour International Women’s Day.
Free Agent Additions, Vegas Stories & Key Camp Battles Ahead
1st and Now - February 15, 2024 22:35 - 43 minutes ★★★★★ - 2 ratingsMatt and Nik recap a busy week of Lions free agent activity while looking ahead to some exciting battles brewing for 2024 training camp in May. Matt has strong takes on watching big games around big crowds while Nik is about to jump on the Taylor Swift bandwagon. Intro - 0:00 BC Lions re-signin...
Chopping Wood With Tibo Debaillie| The Boys Head To Belgium & Look Ahead To Super Bowl LVIII
1st and Now - February 01, 2024 21:08 - 48 minutes ★★★★★ - 2 ratingsMatt and Nik speak with newly re-signed DL Tibo Debaillie on life in Belgium and his path to Canada. The fellas also break down some other key Lions signings and give their thoughts on Super Bowl 58 between Kansas City and San Francisco. Nik is also jacked for his first trip to Las Vegas! 0:00 -...
2024 Season Premiere With Ryan Rigmaiden
1st and Now - January 19, 2024 20:10 - 58 minutes ★★★★★ - 2 ratingsMatt and Nik are back with our opening episode of 2024 as we recap a busy week of key Lions signings and also chat with assistant GM Ryan Rigmaiden on the talent evaluation process. The fellas also look ahead to the NFL Divisional Playoffs and talk television and football overtime rules in our 'G...
Schedule Breakdown, Holiday Traditions & And A Talk With RP
1st and Now - December 14, 2023 19:14 - 53 minutes ★★★★★ - 2 ratingsMatt and Nik are here with the final show of 2023! The boys do a deep dive into the 2024 regular season schedule and talk favourite road cities while discussing a few special holiday traditions. Plus, Ryan Phillips joins the show to talk about his new coaching role and excitement for his 16th sea...
Talking Touchdown Pacific And A Lookahead To Free Agency With Giulio Caravatta
1st and Now - December 01, 2023 23:28 - 48 minutes ★★★★★ - 2 ratingsThe offseason may be underway, but that doesn't exist for Matt and Nik! The boys break down an exciting Touchdown Pacific announcement and also talk about some important work ahead with Lions radio analyst Giulio Caravatta.
Live From Lions Den In Hamilton | Sean Whyte & Neil McEvoy
1st and Now - November 18, 2023 20:01 - 34 minutes ★★★★★ - 2 ratingsMatt and Nik are back from Lions Den in Hamilton at the 110th Grey Cup! Sean Whyte joins the program to break down his stellar All-Star season while Co-GM Neil McEvoy talks Grey Cup week, puts a wrap on the 2023 Lions campaign, and looks ahead to another off-season process.
Live From Lions Den In Hamilton | Mathieu Betts
1st and Now - November 17, 2023 22:53 - 23 minutes ★★★★★ - 2 ratingsThe boys are LIVE from 2023 Lions Den in Hamilton! Most Oustanding Defensive Player Mathieu Betts talks about winning his award, motivation for next season, and the love and support from his fiancee Camile who was in attendance.
Come On Down To Winnipeg| Western Final Preview
1st and Now - November 08, 2023 00:52 - 39 minutes ★★★★★ - 2 ratingsBack to Winnipeg for another Western Final showdown! Matt and Nikl talk with "Hustler" Paterson from Winnipeg Sports Talk for an overview of this game from a Bomber perspective. The fellas also recap a special Saturday at BC Place in the Western Semi-Final, and how Vernon Adams Jr. rose to the oc...
A Western Semi-Final Smorgasbord | Previewing Saturday Playoff Tilt
1st and Now - October 30, 2023 23:24 - 1 hour ★★★★★ - 2 ratingsIt's playoff week! Matt and Nik are back to preview Saturday's Western Semi-Final with the resurgent Calgary Stampeders. The boys speak with both Farhan Lalji from TSN and long-time Stampeders' radio man Mark Stephen. The fellas also recap a productive weekend on social media and discuss the team...
And Then There Was One | Previewing Final Playoff Dress Rehearsal
1st and Now - October 17, 2023 01:57 - 28 minutes ★★★★★ - 2 ratingsMatt and Nik recap an impressive win in Hamilton and look ahead to the final regular season tilt on Friday with Calgary. The boys also recap some of their favourite memories of this season to date and break down all of the scenarios as the Lions are still alive in the battle for first in the West...
Short Term Setback For a Long Term Comeback
1st and Now - October 10, 2023 05:13 - 33 minutes ★★★★★ - 2 ratingsThe boys recap Friday's crazy clash against Winnipeg and keys to bouncing back against a resurgent Tiger-Cat squad in Hamilton this week. Hear from wide receiver Jevon Cottoy on his career year and linebackers coach Travis Brown who breaks down his solid position group heading into the final two ...
Pass The Gravy: Previewing Thanksgiving Weekend Showdown With Bombers
1st and Now - October 03, 2023 00:51 - 42 minutes ★★★★★ - 2 ratingsMatt and Nik are back to tee up Friday's critical first-place showdown with the Blue Bombers and break down the case for Vernon Adams Jr. to get more Most Outstanding Player consideration. Plus. you will hear from former Bomber Michael Couture on being on the Lion side of this solid rivalry.
RP, 'Batman' and Lions Regain A Little Swagger Ahead Of Rider Matchup
1st and Now - September 26, 2023 00:51 - 41 minutes ★★★★★ - 2 ratingsMatt and Nik are back to break down what they loved about the Lions' playoff-clinching win in Edmonton and how the defence did a great job neutralizing Tre Ford. Ryan Phillips and Alex Hollins join the show to give their respective thoughts and tee up Friday's big matchup with Saskatchewan.