Third Down Gamble

Quick Kicks: Ben Grant (Toronto Argonauts' radio game-analyst)

Special Guest Ben Grant (TSN 1050 and the X's And Argos' podcast) discusses the Argonausts success since 2107, the 2024 Grey Cup and the efforts of Head Coach Ryan Dinwiddie, the depletion of the defensive line by western teams in free agency and whether the depth chart can fill these holes, the huge re-signing of linebacker Wynton McManis, and a quick look ahead to the 2025 CFL Draft.    (CFL on CBC theme music used with written permission; podcast recorded April 15, 2025).

Quick Kicks: Dave Naylor (TSN).

Special guest David Naylor discusses his career in journalism through print, radio, and television; the uniqueness of the CFL, and provies insights to anyone hoping to get into professional media.  (CFL on CBC theme music used with written permission; podcast recorded March 17, 2025)

Take a chance on futures.

 Stewart Johnston is named the CFL's 15th Commisioner, what is his biggest priority?  Is it too early to assess Randy Ambrosie's legacy?  BC quarterback Nathan Rourke admits the Lions' quarterback controversy was tough on the locker room. (CFL on CBC theme music is used with written permission; podcast recorded April 8, 2025).

Quick Kicks: Adam Rita (CFL Coach and General Manager).

Adam Rita (six-time Grey Cup Champion) joins to dicusss his life growing up in Hawaii, his move to Boise State, his first chance to guest coach in the CFL, losing the 1983 and 1988 Grey Cuops, and winning (as a rookie Head Coach) the 1991 Grey Cup; and also he remembers a 1997 game versus Winnipeg.  Adam talks about his philosophy of coaching, the demands of the job, and good friend Coach Don Matthews. (CFL on CBC audio and theme music used with written permission; podcast recorded March 7, 2025).

Look forward.

2025 CFL Combine is over, but no live coverage, why?  Edmonton General Manager Ed Hervey outrages the CFLPA over his 'superstars' comments.  Blue Bombers unviel their 2025 Grey Cup plans, but still have not talked to quarterback Zach Collaros about his tenure beyond 2025.  Stampeders tap the Calgary Flames to help provide better nutrition to their foootball players.  (CFL on CBC theme music is used with written permission; podcast recorded March 25, 2025).