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The boys are joined by the legend Geroy Simon for a look at the current BC Lions and how they compare to championship teams of the past that Geroy suited up for. Number 81 also gives his thoughts on the play of Nathan Rourke and how he compares to some of the other greats in this league and his current job running the athletic department at his alma mater of Maryland. The boys also look ahead to Friday’s regular season finale with the Winnipeg Blue Bombers and what newcomers to watch for making their CFL debut. TIMESTAMPS 0:00 - intro 0:52 - Week 20 at Calgary recap 11:20 - Geroy Simon interview 40:34 - Kowalski's BC Lions trivia

As the BC Lions prepare for another big battle in Calgary on Saturday, the fellas bring in TSN’s Paul LaPolice for a game preview and his thoughts on the big Lions turnaround from their 1-5 start. LaPolice also gives an update on Team Canada’s preparations for the 2028 Summer Olympics in Los Angeles and how his role as head coach will bring some difficult roster decisions. How eerily similar is this 2026 Lions squad to the 2011 version that won it all? Find out in the latest instalment of Kowalski’s famous trivia! TIMESTAMPS 0:00 - intro 1:58 - Week 19 vs Ottawa recap 12:57 - Paul LaPolice interview 37:13 - Week 20 at Calgary preview 42:51 - Kowalski's BC Lions trivia

It’s Ottawa week with a playoff berth at stake! On the heels of Sean Whyte’s franchise record eight field goal-performance in Toronto, the boys welcome in the legendary Lui Passaglia to talk about the clutch kicker and what else he likes about this current edition of the Lions. Lui also answers some social media questions from fans and takes part in some fun trivia created by the MOJ.  They also break down Saturday’s gritty win in Toronto and the keys to not having a setback against the winless REDBLACKS this Friday. The Gravy Bowl festivities get going at 4:00 pm on Terry Fox Plaza! TIMESTAMPS: 0:00 - intro 1:24 - Week 18 at Toronto recap 10:59 - Lui Passaglia interview 42:25 - Week 19 vs Ottawa preview

The BC Lions look to stay hot when they take on the Argonauts on Saturday in Toronto. The boys preview this matchup with Matthew Scianitti from TSN who gives his thoughts on the Lions’ recent success and how exciting it has been to watch Nathan Rourke continue to elevate his game. MOJ delivers this week’s trivia segment, focusing on the interesting history between the two teams. The trio also talks about the keys to another win, along with looking back on some of the highlights of last week’s victory over Saskatchewan. TIMESTAMPS: 2:57 - Week 17 vs Saskatchewan preview 13:05 - Matthew Scianitti interview 32:20 - Week 18 at Toronto preview 40:05 - K̶o̶w̶a̶l̶s̶k̶i̶'̶s̶ Moj's BC Lions trivia.

The boys are back after a week off and ready to tee up Friday’s big divisional showdown with the Saskatchewan Roughriders. Harp Pandher, voice of the Lions on Punjabi Radio, joins the show to help break down the big storylines from the return of Robert Carter Jr. to what stood out in the impressive win over Montreal that got the squad back over .500. This week’s trivia game takes a look at some impressive Lion rookies over the years, then to wrap it up Sophia Renn from Ocean Wise stops by to talk about the impact of shore cleanups. TIMESTAMPS: 0:00 - intro 0:43 - Robert Carter Jr. signing, Montreal win 14:59 - Harp Pandher interview 30:32 - Week 17 vs Saskatchewan preview 39:19 - Kowalski's BC Lions trivia 49:05 - Sophia Renn | Ocean Wise interview

In the second instalment of our 2026 Wall of Fame interviews, Ryan Phillips joins the program to reflect on his great career and how he carved a 2005 opportunity into a lifelong stay with the BC Lions. RP tells a great story of the 2006 Grey Cup and his experience drinking out of the cherished trophy. He also breaks down his favourite of the 47 interceptions he recorded in a Lions uniform. The fellas also recap Friday’s tough loss in Montreal and the importance of bouncing back in key areas for Saturday’s home rematch TIMESTAMPS: 0:00 - intro 4:31 - Week 14 at Montreal recap 14:37 - Ryan Phillips interview 39:06 - Kowalski's BC Lions trivia

Matt, MOJ & Nik are in Ottawa for another jam-packed episode of the podcast. Along with looking back at another impressive victory, the boys are joined by general manager Ryan Rigmaiden. How does Riggs view his team after a five-game winning streak? He also breaks down life as a talent evaluator with NFL roster moves now in full force. The fellas also preview Friday’s big test in Montreal and wrap it up once again with a fun round of CFL trivia! TIMESTAMPS: 0:00 - intro 4:59 - Week 13 at Ottawa recap 14:46 - Ryan Rigmaiden interview 41:17 - Kowalski's BC Lions trivia

It’s Ottawa week, as the boys look ahead to this two-game Eastern trip through the Nation’s Capital and Montreal. They also recap Sunday’s big win over Saskatchewan and what stood out on both sides of the ball. Grey Cup champion and former CFL and NFl quarterback Chris Streveler joins the podcast to discuss Nathan Rourke, his overall thoughts on the Lions and his latest chapter in the digital media world, where he loves to promote the CFL and all of the league’s great marketing initiatives. Once again, we wrap this up with Kowalski’s World-famous trivia! TIMESTAMPS: 0:35 - intro + Week 12 vs Saskatchewan recap 12:43 - Chris Streveler interview 38:21 - Week 13 at Ottawa preview 44:14 - Kowalski's BC Lions trivia

It’s a long week of prep and build-up to the next big BC Lions game! There's plenty to discuss, as the boys are back to recap the big win in Calgary and preview Sunday’s Watermelon Smash with Saskatchewan in what promises to be a memorable afternoon. Jamie Nye from CJME Regina stops by with all of the latest in Riderville. The boys also give out their mid-season CFL awards and wrap it up with a new version of our Lions trivia! This time, MOJ plays the role of Game Show Host. TIMESTAMPS: 0:00 - intro 0:52 - Week 11 at Calgary recap 8:14 - O.J. Brigance tribute 13:22 - Jamie Nye interview 30:06 - Mid-season CFL awards 40:44 - K̶o̶w̶a̶l̶s̶k̶i̶'̶s̶ Moj's BC Lions trivia

2011 Grey Cup champion and 2026 Wall of Fame inductee Travis Lulay joins the show to talk about the honour, share his favourite career memories and answer social media questions from fans. The boys also recap a gutsy win over Hamilton, break down keys to this week’s battle in Calgary and wrap things up with some Lulay trivia! TIMESTAMPS: 0:00 - intro + BC Lions news 6:02 - Week 10 vs Hamilton recap 13:40 - Travis Lulay interview 42:19 - Kowalski's BC Lions trivia

It’s a winning week on the podcast, as Matt, Moj & Nik recap the impressive effort in Winnipeg and look forward to Saturday’s home battle with the Hamilton Tiger-Cats. Former Lion & Ticat QB Dane Evans joins the fellas from his home in Hawaii to talk about what he likes about today’s quarterbacks in the CFL, some great Johnny Manziel stories and memories of a special return to Hamilton with the Lions in 2023. The boys wrap things up with another fun trivia game and keys to victory this weekend! TIMESTAMPS: 0:00 - intro 0:40 - Week 9 at Winnipeg recap 12:50 - Dane Evans interview 32:03 - Week 10 vs Hamilton preview 40:54 - Kowalski's BC Lions trivia

Short week? No problem! Matt, MOJ & Nik preview a big Thursday Night battle with the Blue Bombers and some possible lineup news that could be coming, including the expected first start for Kaidon Salter. Lion legend Solomon Elimimian joins the show to recap memories of a 2011 season that started out similar to this one and more trips down memory lane. We wrap things up with our X-Factors for this big game and another edition of trivia! TIMESTAMPS: 
 0:00 - intro 
 1:48 - Kaidon Salter at quarterback 
 8:41 - Lions lineup news 
 15:28 - Solomon Elimimian interview 
 30:01 - Week 9 at Winnipeg preview 
 41:13 - Kowalski's BC Lions trivia

Matt, Moj & Nik recap a tough result in Edmonton and the Lions’ quest for a bounce-back against the Toronto Argonauts, as Chase Brice leads the offence into battle. The fellas speak with Argonauts play-by-play man Mike Hogan for a look at what the Boatmen have gone through so far this season. We wrap things up with a Brice-inspired version of trivia. Plus, we get you primed for a Pool Party on Saturday! TIMESTAMPS: 0:00 - intro 1:46 - Week 7 at Edmonton recap 14:52 - Mike Hogan interview 32:32 - Week 8 vs Toronto preview 41:36 - Kowalski's BC Lions trivia

The Lions are back from a bye and their Kelowna adventure and now will get amped up for a huge nine-week stretch of games. It continues this week with a rematch in Edmonton. Matt, Moj & Nik talk about the keys to sweeping the Elks and bring on longtime Edmonton play-by-play man Morley Scott for a view from the other side. The boys also take part in another one of Kowalski’s famous trivia games, while MOJ rants about one of his least favourite rules in all of football! It’s another jam-packed edition of 1st and Now. TIMESTAMPS: ⁣ 0:00 - intro 6:32 - Week 5 vs Edmonton recap 14:22 - Morley Scott interview 30:33 - Week 7 at Edmonton preview 40:41 - Kowalski's BC Lions trivia

We've taken over Kelowna, as Matt and Nik bring you this week’s episode from the lounge at Okanagan College. We recap a tough BC Lions loss to the Calgary Stampeders and bring you all of the latest news from practice ahead of a big test against the undefeated Edmonton Elks. Colton Meikle joins the guys in-studio to talk about his new chapter with the Okanagan Sun and much more! We wrap it up with trivia and all of the info you need on this week's Touchdown Kelowna festival. TIMESTAMPS: ⁣ 0:00 - intro 2:22 - Week 4 vs Calgary recap 11:43 - Colton Meikle interview 28:23 - Week 5 vs Edmonton preview 39:44 - Kowalski's BC Lions trivia