Third Down Gamble

Writer and historian Mark Speck provides insight into the World Football League, from its origins, to its owners, its bid to bring in Joe Namath, the attempt to play in Canada, and much more in part one; recorded February 29, 2024.

News comes out of Toronto.  As well, the NFL toys with a longer schedule, more kickoff returns, and eliminating chain measurements.  Andrew Hoskins (Turf District Podcast) discusses a very public bid, led by former CFL player Garrick Jones, petitioning fans to support their plan to purchase the Elks (recorded March 6, 2024).

Jamie Reidel (producer of CFL on TSN) decribes his journey to this position, the collaborative effort that goes into the show with the CFL on TSN Panel with host Kate Beirness, the creativity that goes into developing new CFL programming, coverage of the Grey Cup, and much more (recorded February 21, 2024).

Derek Taylor (play-by-play voice of the Winnipeg Blue Bombers on 680 CJOB) joins the show to provide his excellent, well-researched, insight into 2024 CFL free agency.  Some surprises, wins, and losses as teams vied for the talent on the market (recorded February 20, 2024).

Two CFL and Blue Bombers' legends... Ken Ploen and Gerry James pass away.  CFL 2024 Free Agency leaves as many questions as it does answers.  Tim White reamins a free agent, where will he land? (recorded February 14, 2024)