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Step inside the office of a professional football team and get an inside look at what goes on behind the scenes. Players, coaches & other special guests will join Matt Baker in studio for a unique look at BC Lions football and other stories in the world of sports.
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The boys welcome in the dynamic duo of The Moj & Giulio for a post-mortem on the Lions’ 2025 season and Western Final loss at Saskatchewan. While the ending wasn’t what we wanted, the fellas all agree that the future is bright with Buck Pierce and Nathan Rourke at the helm. They also discuss what needs to be done this off-season to get over the hump. Matt and Nik also look ahead to both Rourke’s and Mathieu Betts’ quest to come away with CFL hardware this week, plus break down who could be some potential candidates to represent Canada in Flag Football at the 2028 Los Angeles Olympics.
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0:00 - Intro
0:24 - Western Final recap
12:21 - Moj & Giulio roundtbale
34:27 - CFL Awards
44:34 - 2028 Olympics Flag Football
The BC Lions have one last obstacle in front of them for the 112th Grey Cup. On this week’s episode of 1st and Now, Matt, MOJ & Nik zero in on the key areas to focus on against the Saskatchewan Roughriders. The boys also re-hash a thrilling and sometimes stressful win over Calgary in the Western Semi-Final and salute the awesome Lions fans for being noisy and making it fun.
TIMESTAMPS:
0:00 - Intro
0:36 - Western Semi-Final recap
17:55 - Western Final preview - storylines
30:58- Western Final preview - matchups
38:51 - Kowalski’s BC Lions Trivia
47:50- Between the Lines with PlayNow
Playoffs? Talking about Playoffs?! The boys are back to break down all you need to know about Saturday’s Western Semi-Final. We have no shortage of storylines, as the Lions look to take down Calgary in November for a third time in four seasons. What key areas are most important? We have you covered. To cap it all, Nik’s famous trivia takes a look at the storied playoff history between these two Western rivals.
TIMESTAMPS:
0:00 - Intro
2:38 - Week 21 at Saskatchewan recap
9:58 - BC Lions season in review
16;25 - Western Semi-Final preview - storylines
30:46 - Western Semi-Final preview - matchups
40:59 - Kowalski’s BC Lions Trivia
49:09- Between the Lines with PlayNow
Saskatchewan week! The Lions look for a sixth straight win and home field advantage in the Western Semi-Final, but will face a test against the league-leading Roughriders. TSN’s Matthew Scianitti joins the show to help preview this matchup and give some insight on the race for CFL Most Outstanding Player. Trivia takes us down crossover memory lane and the boys wrap it up with Cam Tucker from BCLC for a look at some of the lines to watch for in week 21.
TIMESTAMPS:
0:00 - Intro
5:00 - Week 20 vs. Edmonton recap
13:53 - Matthew Scianitti Interview
30:06 - BC Lions awards nominees
35:26 - Week 21 at Saskatchewan preview
40:11 - Kowalski’s BC Lions Trivia
47:46 - Between the Lines with PlayNow
It’s been a big year for the offensive line! Left tackle Jarell Broxton joins the program LIVE from Surrey’s Brownsville Pub to discuss just that and the keys to a recent turnaround for the Lions. The boys also preview Friday’s big game with Edmonton, break down all of the crazy playoff scenarios and wrap up the program with some Survivor-style trivia and gaming lines to watch for with Cam Tucker from BCLC.
TIMESTAMPS:
0:00 - Intro
3:38 - Bye Week, Calgary win recap
12:57 - Lions roster updates
17:15 - Jarell Broxton Interview
35:14 - Week 20 vs Edmonton preview
40:39 - Kowalski’s BC Lions Trivia
48:23 - Between the Lines with PlayNow
It’s another Calgary week! Matt, MOJ and Nik get you primed for The Gravy Bowl, as Saturday’s bash with the Calgary Stampeders comes with plenty at stake. Wide receiver Jevon Cottoy joins the show to talk about his pending return from injury, the keys to the recent turnaround and about his role as the Club’s World Vision ambassador and this Sunday’s 6K Walk For Water that will raise money for building a well in the Mahoo community in Kenya. We wrap things up with a little trivia and some of the betting lines to track with Cam Tucker from BCLC.
TIMESTAMPS:
0:00 - Intro
1:51 - Week 17 vs. Toronto recap
14:39 - Jevon Cottoy interview
32:44 - Hayden Harris signing
36:33 - Week 18 vs. Calgary preview
41:52 - Kowalski's Trivia
49:10 - Between the Lines with PlayNow
The fellas were LIVE on location at Boston Pizza Guildford for a jam packed show. We recap a very busy week for the CFL and break down the CFL rule changes set to take effect next season. We are also joined by Lions fullback Riley Pickett and punter Carl Meyer, who break down the upcoming matchup with the Toronto Argonauts.
TIMESTAMPS:
0:00 - Intro
3:22 - Week 16 at Calgary recap
8:43 - CFL rule changes discussion
17:38 - Riley Pickett interview
29:34 - Carl Meyer interview
41:29 - Kowalski's Trivia
49:22 - Between the Lines with PlayNow
Matt, MOJ & Nik preview Friday’s HUGE showdown for the BC Lions against the Calgary Stampeders. They break down the key storylines, including the Nathan Rourke/Vernon Adams Jr. QB matchup, with Stamps reporter Natasha Staniszewski. The fellas also talk about the impact of some newcomers on the defence and other key areas to watch for Friday night. We wrap it up with Cam Tucker from BCLC giving us the scoop on a few betting lines of the week.
TIMESTAMPS:
0:00 - Intro
1:52 - Week 15 vs Ottawa recap
14:16 - Natasha Staniszewski interview
33:51 - Week 16 at Calgary preview
44:23 - Around the CFL
48:48 - Between the Lines with PlayNow
With a big rematch with Ottawa on the horizon, Matt, MOJ and Nik recap the shocking turn of events on Friday and what needs to be done to turn this Lions ship around with six games to play. REDBLACKS radio analyst Mike Sutherland joins the show to talk about how last week may have turned their fortunes around and how the squad has rallied behind quarterback Dustin Crum. We also have a college-themed trivia segment as we look ahead to our Campus Clash presented by Triple O’s Burgers. Tickets start at only $19!
TIMESTAMPS:
0:00 - Intro
1:48 - Week 14 at Ottawa recap
13:13 - Mike Sutherland interview
29:58 - Around the CFL
40:30 - Kowalski’s BC Lions Trivia
50:02 - Between the Lines with PlayNow
The boys are back to preview a big Friday night battle in Ottawa and some possible lineup changes as the Lions look to get back on track. Lucky Whitehead joins the show from Virginia to talk about his life coaching high school football and raising chickens! Lucky also looks back on some of his best memories as a Lion, including touchdowns from Nathan Rourke and his famous stadium entrances. They wrap things up with a visit from Cam Tucker from BCLC on some of the lines to watch out for against the REDBLACKS.
TIMESTAMPS:
0:00 - Intro
2:58 - Week 12 at Toronto recap
11:39 - Lucky Whitehead interview
32:48 - Week 14 at Ottawa preview
40:18 - Kowalski’s BC Lions Trivia
47:35 - Between the Lines with PlayNow
It’s Toronto week! Matt, Nik and the MOJ break down the matchup with 3DownNation’s J.C. Abbott, who also gives his thoughts on Nathan Rourke and a very much improved Lions offensive line through 11 games. Kowalski is back with his world famous trivia featuring some star receivers of the past from both the Lions and Boatmen. We wrap it up with BCLC's Cam Tucker and our weekly Between the Lines segment.
TIMESTAMPS:
0:00 - Intro
2:38 – Week 11 vs Montreal recap
14:07 – J.C. Abbott interview
31:37 - Week 12 at Toronto preview
40:10 - Kowalski’s BC Lions Trivia
47:44 - Between the Lines with PlayNow
It’s another alumni special as Emmanuel 'Manny' Arceneaux joins the show LIVE from Boston Pizza Central City. Manny talks about his current life as a dad and youth coach, along with going down memory lane for some of his career highlights with the Lions. President Duane Vienneau stops by for a preview of what to expect at Saturday’s Show N’ Shine and all the exciting things happening at our expanded Backyard Party.
TIMESTAMPS:
0:00 - Intro
5:42 - BC Lions vs. Hamilton Tiger-Cats recap
15:17 - Emmanuel Arceneaux Interview
34:51 - Kowalski’s BC Lions Trivia
41:48 - Show N' Shine Preview with Duane Vienneau
49:54 - Between the Lines with PlayNow
We are getting you primed for a big rematch in Hamilton! Matt, MOJ and Nik talk about keys to taking down the Ticats. 2011 Grey Cup champion Travis Lulay makes a guest appearance to talk about his thoughts on Nathan Rourke, former teammate Buck Pierce’s transition to head coach, and takes a trip down memory lane. Kowalski’s world-famous trivia returns, featuring Lion players with the longest names in team history.
TIMESTAMPS:
0:00 - Intro
2:32 - BC Lions vs. Hamilton Tiger-Cats talk
10:55 - Travis Lulay Interview
35:09 - Around the CFL
42:22 - Kowalski’s BC Lions Trivia
49:16 - Between the Lines with PlayNow
We are getting you primed for the Hamilton Tiger-Cats and a special Family Traditions game this Sunday! Matt, MOJ and Nik talk about the keys to a Lions bounce-back, plus the group is excited to welcome legend Bryan Burnham to the show for two segments. Burnham looks back on some of the big catches of his career and what he loved most about suiting up in black and orange. The boys also talk to Cam Tucker from BCLC about some of the big lines available for Sunday’s tilt with the Ticats.
TIMESTAMPS:
0:00 - Intro
0:33 – Week 7 vs. Saskatchewan recap
8:16 - Bryan Burnham Interview
39:43 - Week 8 vs. Hamilton preview
48:08 - Between the Lines with PlayNow
It’s Watermelon Smash week! The boys break down all of the key elements to watch for in Saturday’s home battle with the Saskarchewan Roughriders. The CFL on TSN’s Glen Suitor stops by for a preview and recaps a crazy weekend in Regina with the weather delays. Suits also discusses a hot start by the Calgary Stampeders in what is shaping up to be a crazy battle in the West. We wrap it all up with BCLC’s Between the Lines with Cam Tucker as Nathan Rourke’s MOP odds are shifting once again!
TIMESTAMPS:
0:31 – Week 6 at Edmonton recap
14:58 - Glen Suitor Interview
34:32 - Week 7 vs. Saskatchewan preview
48:34 - Between the Lines with PlayNow
The boys were LIVE on location at Good Co. Granville to recap a clutch win in Montreal. MOJ is FIRED UP this week! Linebacker Josh Woods talks about his return to the lineup and life with the Lions in year five with a new coaching staff. Nathan Rourke makes an appearance to talk about the victory and just how much fun he has had in 2025 thus far! Kowalski’s world famous trivia and Between The Lines with Cam Tucker from BCLC wraps up the night as we look ahead to another big clash in Edmonton on Sunday.
The BC Lions are getting some potentially good news on the injury front ahead of Montreal on Saturday! The fellas discuss that and break down a big test with the East-leading Alouettes as Joey Alfieri from their content squad joins the program. This week’s trivia once again features an award-themed segment while we get some early week five lines from BCLC’s Cameron Tucker in Between The Lines.
TIMESTAMPS:
0:00 - Intro
3:56 – Week 4 at Saskatchewan recap
14:29 – Joey Alfieri interview
28:18 - Week 5 at Montreal preview
40:30 - Kowalski’s BC Lions Trivia
49:01 - Between the Lines with PlayNow
We’re onto Saskatchewan. Matt, Moj and Nik get your primed for the BC Lions' crucial Week 4 test against the undefeated Saskatchewan Roughriders. Veteran broadcaster Rod Pedersen joins the show to set the mood from Riderville as the Watermelon-heads are off to a 3-0 start. Nik’s famous trivia takes a look at the Most Outstanding Canadians of the past quarter century as Canada Day is just around the corner! Cam Tucker from BCLC and PlayNow.com also stops by to break down Saturday's Week 4 tilt between BC and Saskatchewan, as well as the latest CFL MOP and futures odds.
TIMESTAMPS:
0:00 - Intro
1:02 - Week 3 vs Winnipeg recap
13:49 - Rod Pedersen interview
32:08 - Week 4 at Saskatchewan preview
41:25 - Kowalski’s BC Lions Trivia
49:52 - Between the Lines with PlayNow
Matt, Nik and The MOJ are back to tee up Saturday’s big rematch with the Winnipeg Blue Bombers and what the BC Lions need to do in order to earn a split in the season series. The CFL on TSN’s Davis Sanchez joins the show for an overall look at both the Lions and the entire CFL through two weeks of action. We wrap up with Nik Kowalski’s famous trivia and a look at some of the betting lines to watch with Cam Tucker from BCLC and PLayNow.com.
TIMESTAMPS:
0:00 - Intro
1:05 - Week 2 at Winnipeg recap
14:41 - Davis Sanchez interview
32:42 - Week 3 vs. Winnipeg preview
40:42 - Kowalski’s BC Lions Trivia
48:40 - Between the Lines with PlayNow
It’s Winnipeg week! Matt, Nik and MOJ start by recapping the big win over Edmonton last Saturday, which was another banger of a Concert Kickoff! MOJ is fired up over one key element of Thursday’s Bomber clas,h while the fellas also welcome in Darrin Bauming from Bonfire Sports for a look at what they’re saying in Manitoba ahead of this matchup. Nik’s famous trivia is Buck Pierce-themed as the head coach makes his return to Princess Auto Stadium. The fellas also bring in Cam Tucker from BCLC and PlayNow to discuss some noteworthy lines for the coming week in the CFL.
0:00 - intro
0:33 - Week 1 vs. Edmonton recap
13:45 - Week 2 at Winnipeg preview
23:25 - Darrin Bauming interview
39:45 - Kowalski’s BC Lions Trivia
50:11 - Between the Lines with PlayNow
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not sure if you guys will ever see this comment but I'm wondering about the game atmosphere and doing something like the seahawks chant. I never like to compare the CFL and NFL because they are two differnt beasts however in the only Seahawks game I have been at they did a Sea Hawks chant. one side of the stadium chants Sea and the other chants Hawks and it becomes a competition on who's lauder and it seemed to filter threw the crowd all the time with random people starting chants everywhere. wondering if it's possible to start with B on one side and C on the other. sorry for the longgggggg comment