Natan Obed is President of Inuit Tapiriit Kanatami, the national representative organization for Inuit in Canada. In 2015, he spoke up against Edmonton's team name at the time. Today, in honour of Indigenous History Month, we speak with him about why the change was so important and how we as a country can continue to seek change for the better.
It's all about Alberta this week as we talk to Morley Scott about the new-look Elks, as well as Stampeders legend and hall-of-famer Jon Cornish about his philanthropic contributions to the city of Calgary and what the Stamps might look like in 2021. https://calgaryblackchambers.ca/
Calgary QB Bo Levi Mitchell checks in this week to talk about getting ready to take the field again, staying loyal to Calgary and his new podcast.
We check in with 2019 breakout star QB Vernon Adams Jr. who is excited to get back on the field with his Alouettes teammates for 2021.
Hall of Fame football player, and Hall-of-Fame-level storyteller Don Wilson joins the podcast this week to talk about his memories of the CFL, attending Wayne Gretzky's wedding, his acting career, beating Jamie Foxx at ping-pong and much more.
Hear from 1st overall CFL Draft selection Jake Burt, as the former Boston College/New England Patriots TE expects a lot from himself and his new team - the Hamilton Tiger-Cats.
Fresh off TSN's broadcast of the 2021 CFL Draft, Farhan Lalji joins Donnovan to share his thoughts on the Draft overall, the recent rise in quality Canadian talent in the NCAA and a look ahead to getting the CFL back on the field this summer.
We have our CFL Draft expert Marshall Ferguson on the show this week to help preview the upcoming CFL Draft on May 4th.
Commissioner Randy Ambrosie joins us to discuss today's announcement of the CFL's plan to return to the field on August 5th.
The CFL's former Director of Global Scouting, Greg Quick (now with Montreal) gives his insight to the level of talent converging on the CFL from around the globe and how his Alouettes fared in the Global Draft.
The honour is all ours on this episode of The Waggle as we get the opportunity to speak with three of the newest members of the Canadian Football Hall of Fame - Orlondo Steinauer, Nik Lewis and Marv Levy.
With the CFL Global Draft coming up on April 15th, the Canadian Football League's CFO & Head of Football Operations, Greg Dick, joins Donnovan to discuss the challenges of scouting and drafting global talent during a pandemic.
The always-inspirational Henoc Muamba joins Donnovan to discuss his decision to sign with the Argonauts, the influence of the perhaps even MORE inspiring Michael 'Pinball' Clemons and how his family has changed him as a person.
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This week we speak to just a few of the great women doing incredible work around the CFL. Donnovan is joined by guest co-host Kate McKenna as they talk with Sara Orlesky (CFL on TSN), Arielle Zerr (Saskatchewan Roughriders), Gemma Karstens-Smith (Canadian Press) and Kristina Costable (CFL.ca).
James Duthie, Dave Randorf and Rod Smith join Donnovan to share stories and reflect on their time spent with Chris Schultz on the CFL on TSN panel. Schultz, the face of football on TSN in Canada, sadly passed away at the age of 61 last week.
For International Women's Day we spoke with Reina Iizuka, the first woman in history to crack the roster of a Canadian University men's football team with the Manitoba Bisons. To see a great video on Reina's story, click here: https://vimeo.com/347148800
The Toronto Argonauts made a big splash, in fact, a number of big splashes this off-season. This week on The Waggle, Donnovan talks to head coach Ryan Dinwiddie about all the moves and how he's feeling finally heading into his first season at the helm.
Donnovan is joined for the final instalment in our Black History Month series by TSN's Milt Stegall and Jermain Franklin, who have each blazed their own unique trail through the landscape of the CFL and Canadian sportscasting. 0:00 Welcome to the Waggle presented by Sport Clips 2:17 What does Black History Month mean to you? 10:41 Navigating the CFL as a black 24:52 On raising children in a complex and divided society 34:47 Where can we strive for improvement 37:26 Milt sneaks in some fashion ta...
Donnovan is joined by mentor and broadcasting colleague Duane Forde, a mainstay of the CFL on TSN broadcast team since 2008, for a discussion about the experience of black broadcasters in football and the media industry as a whole. 0:00 Welcome to the Waggle presented by Sport Clips 2:38 Duane Forde. Quick thoughts on off-season activity 10:30 Duane's influence on Donnovan's early career 12:47 Duane tells how a meeting with Elliot Friedman led to his start in broadcasting 16:23 Diversity and rep...
With day one of 2021 free agency in the books, Donnovan is joined by two experts with a deep passion for the game. TSN's Farhan Lalji provides his thoughts on Solomon Elimimian's retirement, the Argos' impressive early moves, and how grassroots football can bounce back in Canada post-COVID. Later on the episode we hear from Spencer Zimmerman, an experienced scouting director with stints with both Hamilton and Toronto to his name, who gives some deep insight into the thought processes teams go th...
Donnovan connects with former CFL quarterback and coach Marcus Brady, who transitioned from the Argos coaching staff to the NFL in 2018 and was promoted to offensive coordinator of the Indianapolis Colts last month.
Winnipeg's General Manager Kyle Walters chats with Donnovan about the unique challenges and tribulations of the pandemic off-season, and looking ahead to the new landscape of the CFL post-COVID. 0:00 Welcome to the Waggle presented by Sport Clips 2:07 Welcome Kyle Walters 5:28 Art vs. Science: is CFL GM the toughest exec job in sport? 9:01 Implications of a potential double draft class 11:15 Process of restructuring contracts and budgets 20:28 Has the pandemic made it easier to keep the Bombers ...
Donnovan chats with Canadian NCAA lineman Liam Dobson, CFL prospect and sought after transfer from University of Maine who has found a new home at Texas State for his final season of college play. 0:00 Welcome to the Waggle presented by Sport Clips 3:33 Why Texas State was a good fit 9:49 Liam's viral photo from last year 13:35 Natural athleticism in football 15:07 Ottawa's emergence as a football hotbed 17:03 BBQ favourites 19:06 On the prospect of going pro...
Roughriders quarterback Cody Fajardo checks in on The Waggle to talk about his latest extension with the team and share how he's handled a year without football at home. Later on the show, Cody shows off his analyst chops as he gives his thoughts on each NFL quarterback in the playoffs this weekend. 0:00 Welcome to the Waggle presented by SportClips 2:05 Catching up on 2020 and feeling the love from Riderville 8:39 Lessons learned from past QB teammates 11:17 Staying healthy during extended off ...
2:00 - Marshall talks Canadians in NCAA 27:30 - CFL Free Agency & Jeremiah Masoli outlook 40:00 - The Chris Streveler conversation
Davis Sanchez returns to the pod just in time for our special holiday episode. Donnovan and Chez break down their dream guest list for a fantasy CFL holiday party. Who's cooking in the kitchen? Who's mixing the drinks? Why is Milt Stegall wearing a beard?? All that and more on the final episode of the year of the Waggle. 0:00 Welcome the Waggle presented by Sport Clips 2:26 Welcome back Davis - talking @TSN_Edge 5:54 CFL Fantasy holiday party guest list 22:29 Sidebar on Tevaughn Campbell and Can...
Donnovan is joined by Stacey Dales, pro basketball player turned sports analyst currently for the NFL Network. Stacey reveals what it was like growing up with a CFL All-Star punter for a brother, and how her experience as a high level athlete has translated to her career as a reporter. Later on the show, Rick Campbell reflects on his recent Remote Reunion with players from the REDBLACKS inaugural roster.
Chris O'Leary joins Donnovan to highlight some of the more intriguing names found on the recently released free agent list, now available at CFL.ca. Later on the show, Travis Lulay reveals what it was like virtually gathering with his 2011 teammates to relive Grey Cup glory. 0:00 Welcome to the Waggle presented by Sport Clips 2:39 Chris O'Leary joins to discuss FA list 4:05 What jumped out first when the list was released 10:28 Argos hoping local signings will pay off 12:06 Will we see a wave of...
Donnovan chats with AVP of Business Operations & Analytics, Trevor Hardy. Known as @CFLCapGuy on Twitter, Trevor is the spreadsheet wizard tasked with creating the CFL schedule each season.
