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Shaun Newman Podcast

Western Canada. No topic is off limits. Endlessly Curious.
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Ep. #103 - TSN's Jay Onrait

Originally from Athabasca AB, we discuss some of the journey to TSN along with understanding the mind set of working in entertainment business. Jay has had an incredible career to this point he made it big working alongside Dan O'toole hosting TSN's Sportscenter and since has published two books, hosts a podcast (Jay & Dan) and is one of the most recognizable faces in the sporting business. Let me know what you think Text me! 587-217-8500

Aug 10, 202037 minSeason 1Ep. 103

SNP Archives #1 - Spiro Kokonas

Local community pillar Spiro is originally from Greece & we discuss his life; growing up, travelling to Canada at age 16 by himself & the restaurant business. We discuss the ups & downs of life and the many people who have impacted Spiro's journey. He's an incredible man. Let me know what you think Text me! 587-217-8500

Aug 07, 20201 hr 31 minSeason 1Ep. 103

#102 - Brothers Roundtable 5

I may say roundtable #4...but don't mind me it was the scotch talking. We discuss: -NHL Playoffs -McDavid -Salary Cap -24 team format? Like/Dislike -3 million dollar 50/50 - Baseball??? will they finish the season - Basketball vs Hockey vs Baseball Let me know what you think Text me! 587-217-8500

Aug 05, 20201 hr 55 minSeason 1Ep. 102

#101 - Braden Holtby

From inside the bubble I sitdown to talk with Braden about the upcoming NHL playoffs and life from inside the bubble. We talk about his early career, winning the Stanley Cup & playing for the Saskatoon Blades of the WHL. Let me know what you think Text me! 587-217-8500

Aug 03, 20201 hr 29 minSeason 1Ep. 101

#100 - Ron MacLean

The one & only Ron MacLean from Hockey Night in Canada & Coach’s Corner. We discuss his early years, journey into broadcasting & Don Cherry. Let me know what you think Text me! 587-217-8500

Jul 29, 20201 hr 52 minSeason 1Ep. 100

Ep. #99 - Kelly Hrudey

Originally from Edmonton AB. He didn't start playing hockey until the age of 12 and from there played for the Medicine Hat Tigers in the WHL, was drafted by the New York Islanders in 1980 and over his career would play with the Islanders, Kings & Sharks. He's got unreal stories about the Islanders dynasty, playing with Gretzky & so much more. Let me know what you think Text me! 587-217-8500

Jul 27, 20201 hr 52 minSeason 1Ep. 99

#98 - Bob Stauffer

.ou want everything Edmonton Oilers? You've found the right episode. Bob is in the know when it comes to the Oilers & the NHL for that matter. He has been the longtime host of 630CHEDS Oilers NOW & an analyst on the Oiler's radio broadcast. Let me know what you think Text me! 587-217-8500

Jul 22, 20201 hr 13 minSeason 1Ep. 98

#97 - Theo Fleury

This guy is unfiltered and just says it. He played over a 1000 games in the NHL won a Stanley Cup, world junior gold & Olympic gold. He was molested by his junior coach & then as a pro partied extremely hard to the point of almost killing himself. These days he is a mental health advocate & has a lot to say about our current state in politics & just mental well fair. Let me know what you think Text me! 587-217-8500

Jul 20, 20201 hr 55 minSeason 1Ep. 97

#96 - Chris Dingman

Holy hell I laughed a lot in this one. Chris is a story teller & his stories are fantastic. He won a WHL championship with the Brandon Wheat Kings, went to two Memorial Cups & was drafted 19th overall by the Calgary Flames in the 1994 NHL entry draft. We discuss winning 2 cups one of which was with Joe Sakic, Ray Bourque & Peter Forsberg of the 2001 Colorado Avalanche. His 2nd cup came with Martin St. Louis, Vincent Lecavalier & Brad Richards of the 2004 Tampa Bay Lightning. Bus ...

Jul 15, 20201 hr 53 minSeason 1Ep. 96

#95 - Earl Stevenson

The talented Earl Stevenson hopped on today. He is originally from Lloydminster & made his claim to fame by being a contestant on season 6 of Canadian Idol. He finished 4th overall and since then has released one album. Let me know what you think Text me! 587-217-8500

Jul 13, 20201 hr 27 minSeason 1Ep. 95

#94 - Grant Fuhr

What can I say Grant is ridiculously nice. He won 5 stanley cups with the Edmonton Oilers in the 80's. Played on the greatest team ever assembled (voted on by you), was announced as one of the top 100 players of all time, won a vezina, holds the record for most games in a single season (79), most consecutive starts (76) and talks about it all. Let me know what you think Text me! 587-217-8500

Jul 08, 20201 hr 40 minSeason 1Ep. 94

#93 - Calvin Ayre

You read that right Billionaire with a capital B. Originally from a pig farm near Lashburn SK he earned a Bachelor of Science degree from the University of Waterloo & a Masters at City University in Seattle. In 2000 he launched Bodog an online gambling site that by 2005 had 7.3 billion dollars in online bets. In 2006 he was featured on the cover of Forbes annual billionaire edition. In 2012 Calvin was indicted by the US attorney for Maryland of charges of illegal gambling & money launder...

Jul 06, 202050 minSeason 1Ep. 93

#92 - Brian Burke

Where to begin?? Born in Providence, but calls Edina MN home. He never started playing hockey until he was 13 years old, but that didn't stop him. By 18 he was playing Division 1 for Lou Lamoriello and the Providence Friars. He was convinced to take the LSAT and ends up graduated from the Harvard School of Business. He spent 5 years working for the NHL & Gary Bettman in the department of player safety. He was GM for Hartford Whalers, Vancouver Canucks, Anaheim Ducks & Toronto Mapleleafs....

Jul 01, 202058 minSeason 1Ep. 92

#91 - Scott Hartnell

Originally from Lloydminster AB/SK, he was drafted 6th overall by the Nashville Predators in 2000. Over a 17 year career he played 1249 games split between Nashville, Philadelphia & Columbus. We talk about the improbable run to the cup finals as a 7th seed during the 2010 playoffs, his acting debut on This is 40 & playing on a line with Jaromir Jagr. Such a cool dude & great story teller. Enjoy. All episodes can be found at shaunnewmanpodcast.com New episodes every Monday & Frida...

Jun 29, 20201 hr 17 minSeason 1Ep. 91

#90 - Mike Sidoryk

In total he has worked for the Lloydminster Exhibition Association for 39 years. He has seen it all as the ex hosts the fair, PBR, CPCA Finals, Agri-Visions, weddings, community events pretty much you name it & it has been hosted by the Lloydminster Exhibition. We discuss his career and the stories he's been apart in since starting his career back in 1981. Enjoy. All episodes can also be found at shaunnewmanpodcast.com New guests every Monday & Wednesday

Jun 24, 20201 hr 35 minSeason 1Ep. 90

#89 - Ryan Papaioannou

Goaltender turned one of the most dominant program builders Junior 'A' hockey has ever seen. Ryan's resume speaks for itself in 12 years of coaching/GM'ing the Brooks Bandits of the AJHL he has 5x AJHL Champ - 2x National Champ - 2x AJHL Coach of the Year. We discuss how he approached constructing this program and his mentality with every aspect of the Brooks Bandits All episodes can also be found on Apple podcasts & Spotify New guests every Monday & Wednesday

Jun 22, 20201 hr 32 minSeason 1Ep. 89

#88 - Gene Principe

Such a cool humble dude. Sat down with the pun master & discussed his road to success, how he makes life on the road away from wife & kids work, the early days of his career where he was both reporter & cameraman and a whole lot more. He's born & raised in Edmonton AB. Graduated from NAIT with a degree in broadcasting & has worked everywhere most notably on Sportsnet West hosting the Edmonton Oiler's games. So sit back and enjoy the very talented Gene Principe. All episodes c...

Jun 17, 20201 hr 32 minSeason 1Ep. 88

#87 - Brayden Klimosko

Born & raised in Humboldt SK. He played all his minor hockey & junior in Humboldt which resulted in back to back SJHL championships & a national title in 2008. He spent 3 seasons as an assistant coach for the club before taking a job with the Drumheller Dragons of the AJHL (the year of the bus crash). He is now the head coach of the North Battleford North Stars where he has won an SJHL title in his first year & a coach of the year award in 2020. Wicked guy. Enjoy. All episodes ca...

Jun 15, 20201 hr 25 minSeason 1Ep. 87

#86 - Mark Letestu

Born in Saskatoon SK, I think it's safe to say we all know Mark from his days growing up in Elk Point AB. He was undrafted & played his Junior 'A' with the Bonnyville Pontiacs. During his final season he led the AJHL in scoring & was the league MVP. He played one season for Western Michigan NCAA Div 1 & then signed in 2007 with the Pittsburgh Penguins. He has since spent 10 years in the NHL playing 567 games split between Pittsburgh, Columbus, Edmonton & currently Winnipeg. His m...

Jun 10, 20201 hr 42 minSeason 1Ep. 86

Ep. 85 - Rod Pedersen - Voice of the Saskatchewan Roughriders

Born & raised in Milestone SK. He made his broadcasting debut as a 20 year old for the P.A. Raiders of the WHL. From there he spent over a decade with the Regina Pats & in 1999 became the voice of the Saskatchewan Roughriders. He spent 20 years with the Riders & we discussed some of the championships, the infamous 13th man & the beloved fans. We talked about his struggles with alcohol, being sober for 5 years, the job he "had" with the Calgary Flames but was rescinded (crazy stor...

Jun 08, 20202 hr 1 minSeason 1Ep. 85

Ep. 84 - Ty Smith - Spokane Chiefs

Born & raised in Lloydminster he was a 1st overall pick by the Spokane Chiefs in the 2015 WHL bantam draft, in 2018 he was drafted in the NHL entry draft 17th overall by the New Jersey Devils, was awarded the CHL defensemen of the year in 2019 & won a world junior gold in 2020. All episodes can also be found on YouTube & Spotify New guests every Monday & Wednesday

Jun 03, 20201 hr 33 minSeason 1Ep. 84

Ep. 83 - Actor Scott Patey

Born & raised in Lloydminster AB he now calls Vancouver home. He has been there for 15 years pursuing a career in acting, improv & standup comedy. He has shared the screen with such legends as Jim Carrey, Jack Black & Owen Wilson. He has was apart of Sonic the Hedgehog & now can be found on the Amazon Prime series "Upload".

Jun 01, 20202 hr 3 minSeason 1Ep. 84

Ep. 82 - Jason McKee - Vernon Vipers

Originally from Irma AB Jason's playing days had him go through Junior A, NCAA Div 1, back to the WHL & then onto Pro in the ECHL. His career was cut short due to a baseball swing of the stick to the face (I kid you not), but it is his coaching career that sticks out. He was apart of the Spruce Grove Saints where he would win 4 AJHL championships, a CJHL coach of the year award and the honour of coaching Canada West at the U19 Junior A Challenge. He spent time with the Vancouver Giants of th...

May 27, 20201 hr 41 minSeason 1Ep. 82

Ep. 81 - Ambrose Firkus

First off thank you to Ambrose for coming in & sharing his difficult story. Here is a guy that has talent oozing out whether it is in ball where he won national championships & played for team Canada or hockey where he played Junior 'A' & had a full ride up to Alaska NCAA Div 1. In this episode although I am talking to a talented athlete it is his story about his billet dad trying to molest him that has shook him to the core. This is one we all need to hear & I appreciate Ambrose...

May 25, 20201 hr 46 minSeason 1Ep. 81

Ep. 80 - Carly Agro - Sportsnet

Originally from Burlington, Ontario she has made a name for herself in the broadcasting world. She has been all over the world from the Sochi Olympics, the World Cup in South Africa, World Juniors, Hockey Night in Canada etc. Needless to say her story is filled with awesome stories and better advice.

May 20, 20201 hr 43 minSeason 1Ep. 80

Ep. 79 - Clarke MacArthur - Ottawa Senators

Golfing with Michael Jordan thats pretty much the jumping off point for this one. Born & raised in Lloydminster Clarke was undrafted in the WHL bantam draft, but that hardly slowed him down. He won a AJHL Championship & then followed it up with a WHL championship. Was drafted by the Buffalo Sabres 74th overall in 2003 and over his career played over 500 games between Buffalo, Atlanta, Toronto & Ottawa.

May 18, 20201 hr 27 minSeason 1Ep. 79

Ep. 78 - Model in Milan Italy - Whitney Birch

Born & raised in Lloydminster Whitney has a very unique story. After graduating from high school she moved to Toronto where she was spotted walking down the street & shortly after was on the cover of harlequin novels. Over time with many shoots & gigs she moved to Milan, Italy where she has now been for 7 years modelling full time. Whitney has now been all over the world for different designers & has played a part in some of the biggest fashion stages/shows in the world.

May 13, 20201 hr 48 minSeason 1Ep. 78

Ep. 77 - Sportsnet - Colby Armstrong

On today's episode I was joined by Colby Armstrong. He won a Memorial Cup with the Red Deer Rebels, was drafted by the Pittsburgh Penguins, played on a line with Sidney Crosby, was dealt on Trade Deadline to the Atlanta Thrashers (Marian Hossa went the other way), has appeared on the Spittin Chiclet's Podcast & now can be found on Sportsnet. (thats the quick & dirty) Unreal time with this guy. Enjoy All episodes can be found on Apple Podcasts, Youtube & Spotify....

May 11, 20202 hr 28 minSeason 1Ep. 78

Ep. 76 - LA Kings - Kale Clague

Born & raised in Lloydminster. Kale was taken in the Bantam draft by the Brandon Wheat Kings where he would win a league title along with a WHL defensemen of the year award. He competed twice for Canada at the World Juniors winning a Silver medal in 2017 & a Gold in 2018. He was drafted 51st overall in 2016 by the L.A Kings & is currently playing for the Ontario Reign.

May 06, 20201 hr 25 minSeason 1Ep. 76

Ep. 75 - Jason Davidson - Thunder Creek Player Management

Originally from Asquith, SK. He started in the amateur rodeoing circuit at age 14 and by 20 he was a professional bull fighter. He's had 4 selections to the Canadian rodeo finals & 2 selections to Canadian bull rider finals. During his career he represented himself & when he retired he started representing Professional Bull Riders. In 2010 he joined Thunder Creek Professional Player Management where he now represents players like Ethan Bear, Damon Severson & Micheal Ferland (among ot...

May 04, 20201 hr 46 minSeason 1Ep. 75
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