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The Waggle

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Welcome to "The Waggle," the official CFL podcast! Join hosts Donnovan Bennet and Henoc Muamba for casual and fun football talk. They bring you inside stories, exclusive interviews, and all things CFL. Get ready for game-day banter, insightful analysis, and a front-row seat to Canadian football culture.
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Episodes

Talking 'All-Decade Team' with Duane Forde

With the unveiling of the 2010-2019 "All-Decade Team", we've brought in the one and only Duane Forde to break down who stands out the most of all the talented names on the list. Later, we talk to the best coach of the 1980s, Hugh Campbell, about his Edmonton dynasty in Remote Reunion Revisited.

Nov 20, 202047 minEp. 237

The Great Hugh Campbell + talking 09 Als with Rick Moffat

We had the distinct privilege this week to talk to a CFL living legend - Hugh Campbell. The TEN-TIME Grey Cup champion and Hall-of-Famer talks about his life in the CFL, including a monumental 16-player trade he once pulled off with the Argonauts. Later, Rick Moffat talks about the 13th Man game and the 09 Alouettes championship.

Nov 10, 202044 minEp. 236

Riders' "Canadian Air Force" Reunited + Jamie Nye talks '07 Grey Cup

We're going green this week - specifically, Rider green. First, we've gathered the Riders' "Canadian Air Force" receivers Jason Clermont, Andy Fantuz, Chris Getzlaf and Rob Bagg. Later, Jamie Nye stops by to talk the 2007 Riders Grey Cup team for our Remote Reunion Revisited.

Nov 04, 202042 minEp. 235

Singleton in the spotlight + Morreale and the Ticats "Beer Room"

Fresh off a pick-6 against the Niners and blowing up the Giants' backfield, former Stampeder and current Eagles LB Alex Singleton catches up with Donnovan. Afterwards, Hamilton-born receiver Mike Morreale talks about winning the 1999 Grey Cup with the Ticats (and all the partying that ensued) in Remote Reunion Revisited.

Oct 28, 202041 minEp. 234

Flashiest Receivers pt.2: Nik Lewis & Ken-Yon Rambo

Continuing the theme of last week's interview with Bombers receivers Milt Stegall & Robert Gordon, this week Donnovan speaks with Nik Lewis and Ken-Yon Rambo - Stampeders receivers responsible for such TD celebrations as 'The Bobsled' and 'The Bike'.

Oct 14, 202040 minEp. 232

NFL Check In With Chris Streveler

Former Winnipeg Blue Bomber and 2019 Grey Cup Champion quarterback Chris Streveler chats with Donnovan about the transition to the NFL after joining the Arizona Cardinals for the 2020 season.

Sep 23, 202027 minEp. 229

The first lady of the Grey Cup, Dayna Spiring

Dayna Spiring is the Chair of the Winnipeg Football Club Board of Directors and in November at the 2019 Grey Cup she made history. Donnovan speaks with Dayna about representation, diversity and inclusion and her path to being the first woman to have her name inscribed on the Grey Cup.

Sep 16, 202029 minEp. 228

Who Is the Quarterback of the Decade?

CFL.cas's resident MMQBPat Steinberg joins Donnovan Bennett to debate the best quarterback of the decade for the All Decade team presented by LeoVegas.

Sep 02, 202036 minEp. 226

Jeremy O'Day On How Football Moves Forward

Jeremy O'Day the GM and VP of Football Operations for the Saskatchewan Roughriders speaks with Donnovan Bennett on how to move football forward, from scouting new players to managing current players in light of the cancelled 2020 season.

Aug 27, 202030 minEp. 225

Wade Miller Breaks Down What's Next

With Donnovan away this week, President and CEO of the Winnipeg Blue Bombers Wade Miller joins Brodie Lawson to discuss next steps for the CFL and what the last few months have been like trying to get a 2020 season in action.

Aug 19, 202013 minEp. 224

The two-QB system debate with Matt Dunigan & Joe Barnes

After a two-quarterback system helped lead the Bombers to a Grey Cup, two former CFLers, with opposing views on the philosophy share their point of view. Matt Dunigan & Joe Barnes give their take.

Aug 12, 202045 minEp. 223

What It Takes To Stay In Football Shape

What does it take to be in physical shape for football? How do you get that training in during a global pandemic? Trainer to the stars Matt Nichol joins Donnovan Bennett to talk elite physical training and how CFL players have been keeping in shape.

Aug 05, 202031 minEp. 222

Newsmakers: The Hub City and Edmonton Football Team

Managing editor and senior writer for CFL.ca Chris O'Leary drops by to talk CFL topics making big news this week including the team name change in Edmonton and where the league stands on a hub city and why.

Jul 29, 202039 minEp. 221

A Homecoming with Juwan Brescacin and Natey Adjei

Toronto Argonauts Natey Adjei and Juwan Brescacin both grew up in the GTA and after playing in the West Division they felt pulled to come back home. Juwan and Natey talk about what's brought them home and what is keeping them busy outside of football.

Jul 22, 202037 minEp. 220

Hank's call to the Hall

Donnovan is joined by CFL legend Henry Burris to celebrate the news of his pending induction into the Canadian Football Hall of Fame. 0:00 – Welcome to the Waggle presented by Sport Clips 6:30 – On the delayed HOF ceremony 10:43 – How Henry found out 15:00 – His wife Nicole’s vital role 18:15 – Who he called first 23:05 – The team cap he would wear to represent his impact in the CFL 25:25 – Who he would bring with him into the HOF if he could 27:55 – On being first ballot...

Jul 16, 202031 minEp. 219

Hub cities and Davis signs off

It's the farewell finale episode of podcast for Davis Sanchez! Donnovan and Chez talk about some of the challenges and triumphs over the years hosting the pod. The pair also talk about the concept of hub cities and speculate about their pitfalls and strengths.

Jul 08, 202059 minEp. 218

Lessons From Canadian Football on Canada Day

Happy Canada Day! Davis and Donnovan discuss the lessons Canadian Football has taught them and how applicable they are in the current climate. Davis also shares some of the toughest players he had to defend and informs Waggle fans that next week will be his final episode of the podcast.

Jul 01, 202039 minEp. 217

Debating the Decade's Best

Davis and Donnovan are joined by CFL.ca writer Matt Cauz to dissect and debate a few of their picks for The All Decade team presented by LeoVegas.

Jun 24, 202040 minEp. 216

Self Love in Sport with Ryan Russell

Davis and Donnovan talk with former NFL defensive end Ryan Russell about coming out as bisexual, how self love and acceptance is critical in sports and what pride means to him this Pride Month.

Jun 17, 202034 minEp. 215

Nate Behar's Raw Essay and Orlando Bowen from Injustice to Activism

Nate Behar joins Donnovan Bennett and Brodie Lawson to discuss the powerful essay on race he wrote for Medium, a self described "stream-of-conciousness" turned to "paper". Then, former CFL player turned activist joins the show to share his own personal story of injustice turned to activism.

Jun 10, 202047 minEp. 214

Henoc Muamba on growing tensions and how to action change

The story behind the 'Muamba Moments' podcast (1:20); How sports is reacting to tensions and protests (5:30); Keeping the conversation going (8:45); Realizing issues are not exclusive to America (10:45); Silence speaks volumes (12:30); Tangible actions (14:30).

Jun 03, 202028 minEp. 213

Status Update with CFL executive Greg Dick

CFL executive Greg Dick speaks with Donnovan & Davis on the current status of the CFL as they continue to navigate the Covid-19 pandemic.

May 21, 202040 minEp. 211

ep. 210: 'Sauga Siblings: The Brissett brothers land pro contracts in the same city

Donnovan and Davis are joined by Dejon Brissett, 2nd overall pick for the Toronto Argonauts in the 2020 CFL draft, and his brother Oshae of the Toronto Raptors. 0:00 Welcome to the Waggle presented by Sport Clips 3:00 How much did playing at home factor into career choices? 5:37 Sibling rivalry throughout childhood 7:00 Where Dejon fits on the Argos 10:41 Training during COVID-19 14:52 Running routes with mom 19:43 Reflecting on each other's success 23:49 Mt Rushmore of Mississauga Athletics 25:...

May 13, 202028 minEp. 210

ep.209: Post-Draft breakdown with Duane Forde

The guys are joined by TSN analyst and Canadian draft guru Duane Forde to discuss and dissect the 2020 CFL draft. Davis and Duane share some behind the scenes insight on the TSN broadcast coverage while Donnovan gets an unexpected answer when he asks what Duane is binge-watching these days. 0:00 Welcome to the Waggle presented by Sport Clips 4:23 Quick look ahead to prospects coming down the pipeline 9:48 Effect of cancelled combine on the draft 13:45 Roster fluidity and player retention 19:04 R...

May 06, 20201 hr 2 minEp. 209
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