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On this episode we catch up with NHL player agent Bayne Pettinger. Bayne talks about growing up around the game in Victoria, working for Hockey Canada & becoming a player agent. Pettinger also talks about coming out as a gay man in 2020 and the slow evolution of 'hockey culture'. December 5, 2025.

On this episode we sit down with former NHL’er Tyson Barrie at his home in Oak Bay. After more than 800 games in the NHL, the Victoria product retired from professional hockey at the age of 34. Tyson is quickly jumping into the next phase of his life running a beer brand, investing in talented musicians & working in hockey media.

On this episode we sit down with former NHL player Matt Irwin to talk about his playing career & life after hockey. Born and raised in Brentwood Bay, Matt talks about his unique journey to professional hockey and the highs and lows of being a journeyman defenceman. He also shares how he became Alexander Ovechkin's 'beer guy'. September 17, 2025.

On this episode we sit down with Peter Leech & veteran reporter Patrick Johnston who co-authored the book 'Gino: The Fighting Spirit of Gino Odjick' - Peter talks about the life & legacy of his best friend & Patrick talks about the impact he had on the Vancouver Canucks, both on and off the ice. September 16, 2025.

On this episode we chat with Victoria based comedians Dan Duvall & Nash Park about the local comedy scene in the capital. Dan talks about playing the 'Just For Laughs' festival in Montreal while Nash promotes the 'Lafflandia' festival coming up in September. He also plays 'firestarter' by Prodigy every chance he gets.

Meet a world champion Triathlete Desirae Ridenour taking titles around the world. Also, Paul Haysom chats with an ex-NHL'er Matt Irwin about navigating the challenges of a Journeyman hockey career. We explore the unspoken mental challenges of elite athletes.

Meet world-renowned artists who call the island home. Paul Haysom meets International musician Michael Kaeshammer and amazing mural painter, Archer.

Tech beats tourism as the biggest industry in Victoria. Paul Haysom heads to Viatec, a place where local startups get help to launch.  MicCHEK also tours the headquarters of a multimillion dollar success story, which works with local boaters to massive military contracts.

What is 'local food' anyway? Paul Haysom meets a local cattle farmer who shares the pride and hardships of being truly local. Paul explores how small scale farming may open doors to the daunting profession.

In this episode we sit down with Victoria Police Chief Del Manak who is retiring after 40 years in policing. Born and raised in Victoria, Manak was the first person of colour to hold the role of Chief.  Del shares more about his career and life away from the job, also what he hopes his legacy will be.

A walk through one of Victoria's most notorious encampments. Host Paul Haysom asks the outgoing Victoria Police Chief, Del Manak, if the complicated issues on Pandora Avenue will ever improve. Also, chatting with Chief Del Manak about his career and legacy.

A developer has plans to transform Port Renfrew into a much larger community, but can the aging infrastructure support the potential influx. Mic CHEK facilitates a meeting between the Pacheedaht First Nation and the Developer to address some concerns.

On this episode we are joined by Helen Edwards, an encyclopedia of knowledge when it comes to local sports and architecture. Helen is born and raised in Victoria and talks about her life as a philanthropist, activist and published author. Make sure to stick around for the Quick Shift!

On this episode we sit down with longtime hockey executive Brian Burke. Spanning multiple decades and teams, Brian breaks down his journey which includes Olympic medals & winning the Stanley Cup with the Anaheim Ducks. Make sure to stick around for the 'quick shift' at the end!

Victoria-based Comedian Dan Duvall stops by the show to talk about his new special  ‘Cheat Day’ - Dan also shares his long journey to get clean and sober while finding happiness in his career and personal life.