Tall Can Audio - A Pint Of Canadian Sports Talk

Today Matt Robinson is joined by basketball writer Oren Weisfeld to discuss his new book "The Golden Generation: How Canada Became A Basketball Powerhouse."We have a fascinating discussion about the history of basketball in this country, why it took so long to get top players working together in a national program, the part systemic racism played in holding Canada back, whether the arrival of the Toronto Raptors and Vince Carter is overstated in the growth of the game north of the border, what needs to happen to see things continue to grow here, just how high this current crop of Canadian stars can take Team Canada and so much more.If you plan to check out the book - consider using our link to help support TCA: https://amzn.to/3LxvFsZFollow TCA on bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/tallcanaudio.bsky.socialFollow TCA on Threads: https://www.threads.net/@tallcanaudioFollow TCA on Twitter: https://twitter.com/tallcanaudioFollow TCA on Instagram: https://instagram.com/tallcanaudio?igshid=YmMyMTA2M2Y= Follow TCA on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/tallcanaudio

Matt Robinson is joined today by Steve Bunda to try to catch up on all the things that have been neglected while all the attention was on the Toronto Blue Jays' World Series chase.Is there reason for concern around the Ottawa Senators' goaltending? Are the Toronto Maple Leafs destined to remain so mediocre? What's next for the Ottawa REDBLACKS after firing their head coach? Who has established themselves as being for real in the NFL? And what has Bunda's attention as the UFC appears set for a strong finish to 2025?If you're interested in getting a jump on "The Golden Generation: How Canada Became A Basketball Powerhouse" that Matt referenced on the show - you can support TCA by pre-ordering it through our link here: https://amzn.to/4hLZe6rFollow TCA on bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/tallcanaudio.bsky.socialFollow TCA on Threads: https://www.threads.net/@tallcanaudioFollow TCA on Twitter: https://twitter.com/tallcanaudioFollow TCA on Instagram: https://instagram.com/tallcanaudio?igshid=YmMyMTA2M2Y= Follow TCA on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/tallcanaudio

The Toronto Blue Jays magical year came to an end on Saturday night following a Game 7 World Series loss to the LA Dodgers. Matt Robinson, like everyone else, has some thoughts.Follow TCA on bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/tallcanaudio.bsky.socialFollow TCA on Threads: https://www.threads.net/@tallcanaudioFollow TCA on Twitter: https://twitter.com/tallcanaudioFollow TCA on Instagram: https://instagram.com/tallcanaudio?igshid=YmMyMTA2M2Y= Follow TCA on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/tallcanaudio

Really fun show for your Friday as Matt Robinson talks to Andi Petrillo about her new book "Just Call Me Andi" and so much more.On the agenda today - the CBC unveils their plans for the 2026 Winter Olympic broadcasts, Andi's excitement to see Italy on the world stage, the balance she walked betwen memoire / motivational speaking / advice column when putting together this book, the current state of sports media when it comes to accepting women in the industry, the ramp up to Canada being a part of hosting FIFA World Cup 2026 and so much more.This one was a ton of fun and you won't want to miss it.You can order Andi's book through our affiliate link and support the show here: https://amzn.to/4qGtTWQFollow TCA on bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/tallcanaudio.bsky.socialFollow TCA on Threads: https://www.threads.net/@tallcanaudioFollow TCA on Twitter: https://twitter.com/tallcanaudioFollow TCA on Instagram: https://instagram.com/tallcanaudio?igshid=YmMyMTA2M2Y= Follow TCA on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/tallcanaudio

with so much going on right now it's been hard to find a time to just sit down with a bit of a thought dump. Matt Robinson changes that now with a bunch of random notes on the NHL and the World Series that have been kicking around in his head.Follow TCA on bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/tallcanaudio.bsky.socialFollow TCA on Threads: https://www.threads.net/@tallcanaudioFollow TCA on Twitter: https://twitter.com/tallcanaudioFollow TCA on Instagram: https://instagram.com/tallcanaudio?igshid=YmMyMTA2M2Y= Follow TCA on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/tallcanaudio

Cool show today as Matt Robinson chats with legendary Canadian sports broadcaster and author Mark Hebscher about his new book "Madness: The Rise & Ruin Of Sports Media.Mark talks to us about the uniqueness of the Toronto Blue Jays 18 inning World Series classic with the LA Dodgers, his time working in Ottawa, the impact streaming has had on the way we watch sports, the erosion of trustworthy journalism in the sports industry, how gambling has changed sports broadcasting forever and so much more.The book is a wonderful read and you can support TCA by pre-ordering it through the following link: https://amzn.to/4nrJ3MuFollow TCA on bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/tallcanaudio.bsky.socialFollow TCA on Threads: https://www.threads.net/@tallcanaudioFollow TCA on Twitter: https://twitter.com/tallcanaudioFollow TCA on Instagram: https://instagram.com/tallcanaudio?igshid=YmMyMTA2M2Y= Follow TCA on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/tallcanaudio

With the Toronto Blue Jays LA Dodgers World Series games coming fast and furious we decided to hit you with the TCA Monday morning show a little early to stay topical and Steve Lloyd from TSN 1200 is in studio with Matt Robinson to break it all down.Early impressions after 2 games betwen the Jays and Dodgers and whether it was fair to call Toronto the underdog, the Ottawa Senators massive win over the Washington Capitals and how they're adapting without Brady Tkachuk, the Toronto Maple Leafs still look mediocre after just barely splitting a home and home with the Buffalo Sabres, other early NHL surprises, the controversy surrounding the Ottawa Charge of the PWHL and the new arena being proposed at TD Place, the Ottawa REDBLACKs finally firing their head coach and what comes next and plenty more.In case you missed it on Friday - James Duthie was in studio to discuss his new book. You can order that here: https://amzn.to/3Ldt5IuOn our next show you'll hear from Canadian sports broadcasting legend Mark Hebscher ahead of the release of his new book "Madness: The Rise of& Ruin of Sports Media." You can pre-order that one here: https://amzn.to/4qubv36And our new little TCA Book Club will continue on Friday as Andi Petrillo will make her TCA debut ahead of her book launch for "Just Call Me Andi." You can order that one here: https://amzn.to/4hxbQy3Follow TCA on bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/tallcanaudio.bsky.socialFollow TCA on Threads: https://www.threads.net/@tallcanaudioFollow TCA on Twitter: https://twitter.com/tallcanaudioFollow TCA on Instagram: https://instagram.com/tallcanaudio?igshid=YmMyMTA2M2Y= Follow TCA on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/tallcanaudio

Big show today as TSN's James Duthie joins Matt Robinson in the TCA Studio to discuss the insanity going on around the Toronto Blue Jays return to the World Series, the tenuous situation the Ottawa REDBLACKS find themselves in after another lost season and some of the incredible stories inside James' new book "Certified Beauties."This was a delightfully fun discussion with one of Canada's premiere sportscasters. Make sure you don't miss out on this one.And if you want to check out this great new book, you can use our affiliate link here to support TCA and grab it in hard copy, Kindle format or as an audiobook: https://amzn.to/4opa0SFFollow TCA on bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/tallcanaudio.bsky.socialFollow TCA on Threads: https://www.threads.net/@tallcanaudioFollow TCA on Twitter: https://twitter.com/tallcanaudioFollow TCA on Instagram: https://instagram.com/tallcanaudio?igshid=YmMyMTA2M2Y= Follow TCA on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/tallcanaudio

Matt Robinson talks a little more about the excitement that's been building all week ahead of the Toronto Blue Jays facing off against the Los Angeles Dodgers in the World Series plus how the Jays are going to work Bo back in to their lineup.But first talk focuses in on some of the pleasant little surprises that can sometimes come your way out of nowhere in advance of a huge episode of TCA coming on Friday.Follow TCA on bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/tallcanaudio.bsky.socialFollow TCA on Threads: https://www.threads.net/@tallcanaudioFollow TCA on Twitter: https://twitter.com/tallcanaudioFollow TCA on Instagram: https://instagram.com/tallcanaudio?igshid=YmMyMTA2M2Y= Follow TCA on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/tallcanaudio

Matt Robinson basks in the after-glow of the Toronto Blue Jays Game 7 victory over the Seattle Mariners to advance to the World Series.Follow TCA on bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/tallcanaudio.bsky.socialFollow TCA on Threads: https://www.threads.net/@tallcanaudioFollow TCA on Twitter: https://twitter.com/tallcanaudioFollow TCA on Instagram: https://instagram.com/tallcanaudio?igshid=YmMyMTA2M2Y= Follow TCA on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/tallcanaudio

Rob and Matt return to the TCA Studio for a brand new edition of the Tall Can Audio Podcast with lots on the agenda including John Tavares joining rare company in the NHL record books, Anthony Stolarz taking a run at his own Toronto Maple Leafs teammates, what's gone wrong with Ottawa Senators goaltending, how the Sens can replace Brady Tkachuk - or hold on without him, the CFL announcing Machine Gun Kelly as their Grey Cup halftime show performer, some potential problems for Team Canada heading in to the 2026 Olympics and much more.Follow TCA on bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/tallcanaudio.bsky.socialFollow TCA on Threads: https://www.threads.net/@tallcanaudioFollow TCA on Twitter: https://twitter.com/tallcanaudioFollow TCA on Instagram: https://instagram.com/tallcanaudio?igshid=YmMyMTA2M2Y= Follow TCA on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/tallcanaudio

It is what it is. Matt Robinson has many feelings about John Schneider going to Brendon Little in the 8th inning of a tight playoff game and the completely predictable loss that followed for the Toronto Blue Jays against the Seattle Mariners in the ALCS.Follow TCA on bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/tallcanaudio.bsky.socialFollow TCA on Threads: https://www.threads.net/@tallcanaudioFollow TCA on Twitter: https://twitter.com/tallcanaudioFollow TCA on Instagram: https://instagram.com/tallcanaudio?igshid=YmMyMTA2M2Y= Follow TCA on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/tallcanaudio

today we're joined by one of our favourites Ian McMartin from the WHIPR SNAPR Brewery to discuss some of their latest creations, their "Juicy Rebound" celebration pint at the start of a new NHL season, spooky beers and events ahead of Halloween, why sometimes local craft beer festivals aren't as beneficial as you'd think for the breweries involved, the brutal news that the Ottawa Senators will be without Brady Tkachuk for a while, the old man strength that it's going to take for the Blue Jays to get by the Mariners and so much more.get tickets to the Haunted Prom, pre-order your 12 Days Of Craft Beermas and lay hands on any of the beers mentioned on the show by visiting: https://www.whiprsnaprbrewingco.com/Follow TCA on bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/tallcanaudio.bsky.socialFollow TCA on Threads: https://www.threads.net/@tallcanaudioFollow TCA on Twitter: https://twitter.com/tallcanaudioFollow TCA on Instagram: https://instagram.com/tallcanaudio?igshid=YmMyMTA2M2Y= Follow TCA on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/tallcanaudio

Man oh man it's one of the most jam-packed episode of TCA ever as Steve Bunda joins Matt Robinson in the TCA Studio.Let's get after it! A craft beer round-up, Thanksgiving reflections, Bunda's Halloween movie marathon, the Montreal Canadiens lock up their brightest young star, the Ottawa Senators are a mixed bag out of the gate, the possible repercussions of a Brady Tkachuk injury, the Toronto Maple Leafs don't look quite right yet after a couple losses to the Wings, the Ottawa REDBLACKS are completely off the CFL radar at the end of another awful year, NFL headlines as the schedule marches on, the Blue Jays find themselves in big trouble down two games to the Seattle Mariners, the UFC is going ahead with plans for an event at the WHITE House and swo much more.Follow TCA on bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/tallcanaudio.bsky.socialFollow TCA on Threads: https://www.threads.net/@tallcanaudioFollow TCA on Twitter: https://twitter.com/tallcanaudioFollow TCA on Instagram: https://instagram.com/tallcanaudio?igshid=YmMyMTA2M2Y= Follow TCA on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/tallcanaudio

It's a Thanksgiving long weekend edition of the Tall Can Audio podcast with the Toronto Blue Jays set to take on the Seattle Mariners in the American League Championship Series. To get you set for action Matt Robinson is joined by the great Joshua Howsam to look back on the path the Jays took to get here, including what we learned as they blew past the New York Yankees, and what it's going to take to get by the Mariners and on to the World Series.If you're on Twitter and not already doing so - I highly recommend you give Joshua a follow at: https://x.com/joshuahowsam?s=21&t=SgqhsKEBSdQ3tQ0ug5bJwAFollow TCA on bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/tallcanaudio.bsky.socialFollow TCA on Threads: https://www.threads.net/@tallcanaudioFollow TCA on Twitter: https://twitter.com/tallcanaudioFollow TCA on Instagram: https://instagram.com/tallcanaudio?igshid=YmMyMTA2M2Y= Follow TCA on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/tallcanaudio

Matt Robinson checks in on a Friday to give his thoughts on the Toronto Blue Jays moving on to the ALCS after defeating the New York Yankees. Plus the next week or so on the show is going to be a little funky - timing wise - so he gives you an update on what you can expect.Follow TCA on bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/tallcanaudio.bsky.socialFollow TCA on Threads: https://www.threads.net/@tallcanaudioFollow TCA on Twitter: https://twitter.com/tallcanaudioFollow TCA on Instagram: https://instagram.com/tallcanaudio?igshid=YmMyMTA2M2Y= Follow TCA on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/tallcanaudio

tonight the Ottawa Senators kick off their regular season which means it's time to continue our tradition of touching base with Graeme Nichols to tee up the year.Conversation begins with some chatter about the Brady Tkachuk episode of Faceoff and whether it properly framed the captain's season. Later on the boys take a look at what the Sens did over the off-season, who has stood out at camp, how the D pairings should shake loose, reasonable expectations for Tim Stutzle, how the goalie splits should be handled and where the Sens fit in to a tight NHL Atlantic Division.Get more from Graeme at The Hockey News and on the Coming In Hot Podcast.Follow TCA on bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/tallcanaudio.bsky.socialFollow TCA on Threads: https://www.threads.net/@tallcanaudioFollow TCA on Twitter: https://twitter.com/tallcanaudioFollow TCA on Instagram: https://instagram.com/tallcanaudio?igshid=YmMyMTA2M2Y= Follow TCA on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/tallcanaudio

The NHL season is back! Tonight the Toronto Maple Leafs kick things off against the Montreal Canadiens and before the puck drops we welcome back our friend Jeff Veillette to tee things up.Did the Leafs do enough in the off-season? Were the John Tavares and Anthony Stolarz contract extensions a good bet? How are they going to replace the gaping Marner-sized hole in their forward lineup? Is there enough talent on the back end? How will Morgan Rielly bounce back from a disappointing year and where do the Buds fit in to a talented NHL Atlantic Division?Follow TCA on bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/tallcanaudio.bsky.socialFollow TCA on Threads: https://www.threads.net/@tallcanaudioFollow TCA on Twitter: https://twitter.com/tallcanaudioFollow TCA on Instagram: https://instagram.com/tallcanaudio?igshid=YmMyMTA2M2Y= Follow TCA on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/tallcanaudio

Matt Robinson is joined by Graeme Nichols of The Hockey News to quickly discuss the massive news that Connor McDavid has signed an incredibly team friendly deal to remain with the Edmonton Oilers for 2 more years.Follow TCA on bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/tallcanaudio.bsky.socialFollow TCA on Threads: https://www.threads.net/@tallcanaudioFollow TCA on Twitter: https://twitter.com/tallcanaudioFollow TCA on Instagram: https://instagram.com/tallcanaudio?igshid=YmMyMTA2M2Y= Follow TCA on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/tallcanaudio

***Given the conflict between our recording time and the Blue Jays/Yankees schedule you'll find all the baseball talk tacked on to the end of today's show beginning around the 82 minute mark. The whole show is our usual gold but if you're just feeling the Jays you'll find it all there***So much to cover this week as Rob and Matt are back in the TCA Studio to discuss all the latest sports news over a little more craft beer. The Minnesota Wild have officially made Kaprizov the highest paid player in the NHL. What does it mean for Connor McDavid and the Edmonton Oilers? Is Lane Hutson of the Montreal Canadiens licking his chops after seeing what the New Jersey Devils gave Luke Hughes? The Sens dipped their toe in to the waters of Quebec City and were quickly drowned by Habs fans. Is this an experiment worth continuing or is it time to cut their losses? The PWHL schedule is out and there's no break built in for Women's World Hockey Championships. What does this mean for the IIHF and when is the best time for the tournament? After the Ottawa REDBLACKS fall flat on their faces for another year CFL fans are wondering just how deep the cuts need to be around this franchise as it plummets towards apathy and the Toronto Blue Jays have beat up on the New York Yankees in the first two games of the MLB American League Divisional Series. What's gone right and what needs to happen to close it out?Follow TCA on bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/tallcanaudio.bsky.socialFollow TCA on Threads: https://www.threads.net/@tallcanaudioFollow TCA on Twitter: https://twitter.com/tallcanaudioFollow TCA on Instagram: https://instagram.com/tallcanaudio?igshid=YmMyMTA2M2Y= Follow TCA on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/tallcanaudio