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Shaun Newman Podcast

Western Canada. No topic is off limits. Endlessly Curious.
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Episodes

Ep. #127 - Sports Psychologist John Stevenson

John has worked with a wide variety of organizations, individuals, and athletic teams, to improve their performance. He's worked with such clients as University of Alberta, The Canadian Military, Royal Winnipeg Ballet, Ottawa Senators, Edmonton Oilers, Saskatoon Blades, Braden Holtby & Carter Hart. We dig into social media & screen time and its effects on the brain & athletes abilities to think quick, what clues successful people have left & never touching alcohol. Let me know wh...

Nov 02, 20201 hr 15 minSeason 1Ep. 127

SNP Archives #7 - Rod Sellers

Born & raised in Lloydminster AB/SK. His parents owned the 1st KFC in town that was first pitched to them by you guessed it the Colonel. After high school Rod traveled the world by way of hitchhiking. Europe, Turkey, Pakistan & India just to name a few his world travels; the stories are at times surreal. He met Alan Watts and this would set his course for the rest of his life. Let me know what you think Text me! 587-217-8500

Oct 29, 20201 hr 57 minSeason 1Ep. 127

Ep. #126 - Bros Roundtable #6

Brothers back at it. We discuss bubble sports, Mike Smith remaining an Oiler, Lebron James, Baseball playoffs and a whole bunch more. Sit back, pour a cold one & enjoy Let me know what you think Text me! 587-217-8500

Oct 28, 20202 hrSeason 1Ep. 126

Ep. #125 - TSN Ray Ferraro

Originally from Trail BC, he set a record for most goals in the WHL (108), then spent 18 years in the NHL and now an analyst for TSN. We discuss his time in the NHL, advice for parents and a what if he was commissioner for a day. Let me know what you think Text me! 587-217-8500

Oct 26, 20201 hr 13 minSeason 1Ep. 125

Ep. #124 - Mike Wilson "Ultimate Leafs Fan"

Originally Scarborough ON He is well known for his former 1000 square foot basement, known as "The Room" looked more like the Hockey Hall of Fame than a “man cave”, hosting a lifetime’s collection of artifacts. He used this unique collection to host fundraising events for years, raising over $2 million dollars for various charities. The collection was the backdrop for events that saw legends like Wayne Gretzky, Bobby Orr, Chris Hatfield, Brendan Shanahan, Johnny Bower and many more. Over 80 Mapl...

Oct 21, 20201 hr 30 minSeason 1Ep. 124

Ep. #123 - The Bold & the Beautiful's Tanner Novlan

Second time around with Paradise Hill's own Tanner Novlan. He has appeared on hit shows such as Letterkenny & Modern Family, has a crazy popular commercial "Liberty Biberty" and now can be found on The Bold & the Beautiful as Doctor Finn. We discuss heading back to work and the hoops that have to be jumped through & some crazy stories about living in L.A. Let me know what you think Text me! 587-217-8500

Oct 19, 20201 hr 8 minSeason 1Ep. 123

SNP Archive #6 - Ron Harris Jr.

Born in 1946 Ron was the 2nd of 11 children. We discuss his early years working as the equipment manager for the Lloydminster Border Kings when the likes of Max Bentley was suiting up, but the main discussion revolves around his road to recovery from alcohol addiction & his 29 years working at the Thorpe Recovery Center. Let me know what you think Text me! 587-217-8500

Oct 16, 20201 hr 47 minSeason 1Ep. 123

Ep. #122 - Dateline's Keith Morrison

Originally from Lloydminster AB/SK this guy is an absolute legend. He has been in journalism for 53 years now and is made famous for his role on Dateline. We discuss his early years in Canada, moving to the States and some of the events in between. What a guy. Seriously. Let me know what you think Text me! 587-217-8500

Oct 14, 202036 minSeason 1Ep. 122

Ep. #121 - Bleacher Report's Cabbie Richards

Originally from Cambridge ON. Cabbie has been one of the most unique interviewers in the past decade. He got his start with the Score doing a sketch called Cabbie on the Street, since then he worked for TSN & now Bleacher Report. We discuss his unique style, the stress that comes with it and sitting down with some absolute legends (Jordan, Bryant, Tyson). Let me know what you think Text me! 587-217-8500

Oct 12, 20201 hr 10 minSeason 1Ep. 121

Ep. #120 - Fallscheer's Roundtable

Between the 3 brothers (Dustin, Dallas & Dalyn) they have played university football, won a Royal Bank Cup, played pro in Germany and have helped win 2 Allan Cups with the Lloydminster Border Kings. Enjoy our Shenanigans Let me know what you think Text me! 587-217-8500

Oct 07, 20201 hr 39 minSeason 1Ep. 120

Ep. 119 - Sportsnet's Tim Micallef

Originally from Don Mills Ontario he got his start as an unpaid intern at the Score. Now you know him as one of the hosts of the extremely popular daytime talk show Tim & Sid. We discuss his journey, lessons learned & some cool moments from his career to this point. Let me know what you think Text me! 587-217-8500

Oct 05, 20201 hr 32 minSeason 1Ep. 119

SNP Archives #5 - Wayne & Barb Russell

Wayne & Barb were both born in the 40's on rural farms, they have been married 52 & have navigated owning Rusway Construction since 1986. We discuss walking to rural school, hauling pails of water, the wind literally blowing through the walls of their homes, sleeping 9 people in one room, saving Junior A hockey in Lloyd, helping to build the back 9 on the Lloyd golf course and a WHOLE bunch more. Let me know what you think Text me! 587-217-8500

Oct 02, 20202 hr 19 minSeason 1Ep. 119

Ep. #118 - Lloydminster Bobcats Head Coach & GM Nigel Dube

Nigel hops on to discuss the upcoming AJHL season, playing out of Kitscoty, the developmental season and how the Bobcats organization is working through the COVID-19 return to play regulations. Let me know what you think Text me! 587-217-8500

Sep 30, 20201 hr 24 minSeason 1Ep. 118

Ep. #117 - Ultra Marathon Athlete - Shane Mascarin

Originally from Edmonton AB he graduated from the University of Lethbridge with a degree in Biology. He has been working at the army base in Wainwright for the past 19 years. He has completed over 35 Ultra races which includes the Moab 240, 5 solo finishes at the Canadian Death Race, 10 Ironmans & Ultra 520 triathalon. We also dig into his journey with Mental Health which everyone should hear. Let me know what you think Text me! 587-217-8500

Sep 28, 20201 hr 57 minSeason 1Ep. 117

Ep. #116 - Boston Bruins Gerry Cheevers

Originally from St. Catharines ON we discuss Gerry's early years of playing between the pipes and his journey to the Boston Bruins. He shares some epic stories about playing with Bobby Orr, being coached by Don Cherry & leaving the Bruins to sign with the Cleveland Crusaders of the WHA. Let me know what you think Text me! 587-217-8500

Sep 23, 20201 hr 33 minSeason 1Ep. 116

Ep. #115 - Professional Fishing Guide Kyle Callbeck

Originally from Hillmond SK he's a professional fishing guide up in the North West Territories who has travelled the world catching fish as he goes. He also has travelled across North America driving truck, has driven the ice roads for a seaosn & has been to Tomorrowland. Simply put one interesting guy. Let me know what you think Text me! 587-217-8500

Sep 21, 20201 hr 34 minSeason 1Ep. 115

SNP Archives #4 - Fred Kastendieck

Originally from Hillmond SK, Fred is 2 weeks shy of turning 88 years young. We discuss the dirty thirties, his father being taken to an interment camp for 4 years during WWII, running a trucking company while trying to make ends meet (for hockey fans Peter Pocklington screws him over hard) and a whole bunch more. Let me know what you think Text me! 587-217-8500

Sep 18, 20201 hr 30 minSeason 1Ep. 115

Ep. #114 - Hockey Night in Canada Scott Oake

Originally from Sydney Nova Scotia, he got his start with CBC back in 1974. We discuss his journey to Hockey Night in Canada, Hosting the After Hours show & covering the Olympics. We discuss at length losing his son to a drug overdose and the new passion of the Bruce Oake Recovery Centre in Winnipeg. Let me know what you think Text me! 587-217-8500

Sep 16, 20201 hr 40 minSeason 1Ep. 114

Ep. #113 - UFC Heavyweight Tanner Boser

Originally from Bonnyville AB Tanner has fought all over the world never backing down from anyone. We discuss his start into MMA, his first pro fight (hilarious) and now being a part of the UFC. Very cool dude who holds nothing back. Let me know what you think Text me! 587-217-8500

Sep 14, 202056 minSeason 1Ep. 113

Ep. #112 - Jim Pattison

Originally from Luseland SK Jim started out as a used car salesman and has worked his way to becoming one of the wealthiest men in Canada. At the young age of 91 he doesn't take any days off (didn't miss a single day of work due to COVID-19). Is celebrating his 69th wedding anniversary this year, has sat in on conversations with the President of the United States, Oprah & many many more. We discuss his journey through the great depression & a world war to becoming one of the most success...

Sep 09, 20201 hr 1 minSeason 1Ep. 112

Ep. 111 - Nashville Predators Jordin Tootoo

Originally from Rankin Inlet, Nunavut he was drafted 98th overall by the Nashville Predators in the 2001 NHL draft becoming the 1st Inuk to play in the NHL. Super interesting guy with one hell of a story we talk culture shock coming truly from the great white north, racism even at the NHL level, and the role he played to earn a spot day in day out. Let me know what you think Text me! 587-217-8500

Sep 07, 20201 hr 21 minSeason 1Ep. 111

SNP Archives #3 - Larry Olynyk

Born & raised near Lloydminster Larry talks about working in the 60's oilpatch for Husky, travelling the world, owning & operating Furniture Clinic for 45 years in Lloydminster, his love of fireworks, restoring the town clock & more. Always love the opportunity to sitdown with our community pillars and Larry did not dissapoint, such a character. Let me know what you think Text me! 587-217-8500

Sep 04, 20201 hr 53 minSeason 1Ep. 111

Ep. 110 - The Perfect Storm Judy Reeves

Back in October 1991 the "Perfect Storm" or the 100 year storm or the Halloween Gale whatever you call it a very rare and powerful storm came to be in the late days of October. It was made famous by the book/movie that told the account of the Andrea Gale which became a hollywood blockbuster that starred Mark Walburg & George Clooney. Well Judy Reeves was on the Eishin Maru 78 a Japanese fishing vessel that got trapped in the eye of the storm. We discuss a heck of a lot more than just the sto...

Sep 02, 20202 hr 25 minSeason 1Ep. 110

Ep. #109 - Wade Redden & Cory Cross Roundtable

While in Kelowna I sat down with 2 former NHL'ers to discuss life in COVID, thursday night hockey, players taking a stand with Jacob Blake shooting & a few fun stories from their time in the NHL. Cory has been a guest on the podcast twice Episode #29 & #50 Wade has also been a guest and was on episode #41 Let me know what you think Text me! 587-217-8500

Aug 31, 20201 hr 22 minSeason 1Ep. 109

Ep. #108 - Chicago Blackhawks Darryl Sutter

Originally from Viking AB. Darryl comes from hockey lore, he is one of 7 brothers six of which made the NHL. We talk about growing up on the Sutter farm, playing a year in Japan and then finally cracking the NHL with an Original 6 squad the Chicago Blackhawks. Unreal guy. Let me know what you think Text me! 587-217-8500

Aug 26, 20201 hr 33 minSeason 1Ep. 108

Ep. #107 - Jon "Nasty" Mirasty

Originally from Meadow Lake SK. Over his career he amassed 297 Pro fights, spent time in the ECHL, AHL & a cup of coffee in the NHL. He traveled to Russia and played in the KHL and has stories of fighting at 16, partying with President Putin & just crazy stories from the life of a fighter. Let me know what you think Text me! 587-217-8500

Aug 24, 20201 hr 1 minSeason 1Ep. 107

SNP Archives #2 - Don Duncan

Originally from Ottawa ON Don spent his life working in the educational system. He started out in Ontario working on remote reserves and moving up in the ranks until eventually becoming a superintendent. In Lloydminster he spent 16 years as the director of education and has some unbelievable stories about working in remote communities. Let me know what you think Text me! 587-217-8500

Aug 21, 20202 hr 35 minSeason 1Ep. 107

Ep. 106 - Yukon Strong

DJ Sumanic a.k.a. Yukon Strong is originally from Whitehorse Yukon. He has grown up all his life around hunting & the outdoors. He is a professional hunting guide & runs his own podcast "Yukon Strong" where he has been talking with CPC candidates. We dive into the current world of politics, gun ownership & the climate debate. Let me know what you think Text me! 587-217-8500

Aug 19, 20201 hr 22 minSeason 1Ep. 106

Ep. #105 - Mikey Dubz

DJ, ultra marathon runner & engineer we get into what makes him tick, why he runs so much & what it is about running that has him up every day rain or shine to run. Oh and did I mention he has a clothing line Piece of Love where all proceeds go to charity, he's DJ all across Canada and worked with Major Lazer, T.I. & Steve Aoki. Mikey is one interesting cat. Let me know what you think Text me! 587-217-8500

Aug 17, 20202 hr 25 minSeason 1Ep. 105

Ep. #104 - Quick Dick McDick 2.0

Quick Dick is back. The popular Saskatchewan YouTuber hops on to talk WE scandal, talking about Shit (his words), the rise of Quick Dick and a whole bunch more. Grab a Pilsner..or bevy & Enjoy! Let me know what you think Text me! 587-217-8500

Aug 12, 20202 hr 27 minSeason 1Ep. 104
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