3Down Green Cast

This week on the 3Down Green Cast, we must sadly admit that perhaps John was right. Joel Gasson and John Fraser talk about thrown shoes, the many many things wrong with the Rider offence, and more. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Well, that was kind of fun.  This week on the 3Down Green Cast, Joel Gasson and John Fraser discuss the Riders' unexpectedly fun game against the Argos, how a couple of weird plays changed that game and whether Cody Fajardo should start this week against the Lions. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Is there anything to talk about this week? Joel Gasson and John Fraser are back to talk about the Riders' covid situation, the Duke Williams suspension, Cody Fajardo's knee, and Thursday Night Football. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week on the 3Down Green Cast, Joel Gasson and John Fraser talk about Garrett Marino's four-game suspension, the Riders' identity, and take a look at the league as a whole. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week on the 3Down Green Cast, Joel Gasson is once again joined by the CBC's Dan Plaster as they break down the Riders' win over the Montreal Alouettes and how the Riders may finally have an offensive identity.  Dan has also prepared a game of CFL head coach "where are they now?"See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week on the 3Down Green Cast for the Pile O'Bones Brewing Company, Joel Gasson is joined by the CBC's Dan Plaster as they discuss the Riders loss to Montreal, the Shaq Evans injury and the play of Canadian QB Nathan Rourke.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week on the 3Down Green Cast, Joel Gasson and John Fraser talk about the injury to Dan Clark, the penalty situation against the Elks, and say enough is enough when it comes to in-game interviews on TSN.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week on the 3Down Green Cast for the Pile O'Bones Brewing Company Joel Gasson and John Fraser talk about the Riders' big win over the Hamilton Ticats and attendance at Mosaic Stadium.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The 2022 CFL season is here! Joel Gasson and John Fraser share their thoughts on the new season, the Riders' approach to their Canadian depth, and Sergio Castillo being left off the CFL top 50 players.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week on the 3Down Green Cast, Joel Gasson and John Fraser the CFLPA going on strike, and quarterback General Booty joining the Oklahoma Sooners.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week on the 3Down Green Cast Joel Gasson and John Fraser discuss the ongoing negotiations between the CFL and CFLPA, the Riders Plaza of Honour inductees and the potential opening of training camp.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week on the 3Down Green Cast Joel Gasson and John Fraser discuss the Riders new play-by-play voice, Cody Fajardo's comments on the Green Zone and the re-launch of the USFL.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The day has finally arrived. Joel Gasson and John Fraser chat with Edmonton Elks kicker, the actual 2021 Grey Cup MVP and most importantly, John's favourite player of all-time, Sergio Castillo.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Here we go again. What changes if any the CFL should make to improve their product and business are once again the hot topic across the league. Joel Gasson and John Fraser share their thoughts on four downs, gambling, fantasy, and more.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week on the 3Down Green Cast Joel Gasson and John Fraser discuss Derek Taylor's resignation from the Riders and being hired by the Winnipeg Blue Bombers.  It's also their annual 8EndNation episode where they talk all things curling with Team Mike McEwen's Colin Hodgson.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Joel Gasson and John Fraser are back to discuss the opening of CFL Free Agency. They talk about the big signing of Duke Williams, the loss of Luciez Purifoy, Jeremy O'Day's plan, and more.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A great injustice has occurred in the CFL and the 3Down Green Cast won't stand for it. Joel Gasson and John Fraser discuss why Sergio Castillo was the real MVP of the Grey Cup, talk about the game in general and discuss disappointing ratings on TSN.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

So ends the Riders 2021 season. Joel Gasson and John Fraser share their thoughts on the Riders' loss in the West Final to the Winnipeg Blue Bombers and look ahead to what's next for the green and white.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

For the second season in a row, the Riders will meet the Winnipeg Blue Bombers in the West Final. Joel Gasson and John Fraser share their thoughts on an incredibly dumb and entertaining West Semi-Final win over Calgary and look ahead to Sunday's game against the Bombers in Winnipeg.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

It appears we've picked up a new audience as last week's discussion about the f-bomb heard across Canada got the attention of a bunch of refs. So, we're the official podcast of the officials, we guess. This week Joel Gasson and John Fraser talk about the Riders' regular-season final in Hamilton and how it'll have no impact on the west semifinal. They also discuss what they think is the big key in the West semifinal and big changes in Edmonton.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Never call a time-out before the start of the second half around CFL Official Tom Vallesi. That's one of the takeaways Joel Gasson and John Fraser took from the Riders' home playoff-clinching win over the Edmonton Elks. They also talk about how things are looking a little more optimistic for the Green and White, who should play in Hamilton, and the Arkells playing the Grey Cup half-time show. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Riders won again but it wasn't pretty, again.  It continues the trend of nearly unwatchable games in the CFL this season, but there are good games to be had in this country with some big PFC and USports games coming up this weekend.  Joel and John also share their thoughts on the Riders' win and if they can win three playoff games how they're currently playing. They also give kudos to Edmonton for a gutsy call late and provide their first Sergio Castillo update.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Riders have clinched their playoff spot but how ready are they? Joel Gasson and John Fraser share their thoughts on the team's win over Montreal, what's becoming a really good defence led by coordinator Jason Shivers and an offence that remains a big question mark.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Riders are back in the driver's seat for second place in the West. Joel Gasson and John Fraser talk about the Green and White's big win over Calgary and what it means for the rest of the season. They also chat about the Ottawa Redblacks decision to fire general manager Marcel Desjardins.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

It happened, it actually happened! Joel Gasson and John Fraser reconvene for a bonus 3Down Green Cast to discuss the return of Sergio Castillo to the Winnipeg Blue Bombers.  They also chat about the league's reported vaccination travel policy for the division finals and Grey Cup.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Is it time panic in Rider Nation? That's the question Joel Gasson and John Fraser discuss on this week's 3Down Green Cast for the Pile O'Bones Brewing company.  They also chat about the play of quarterback Cody Fajardo and how important the next five games are for his career.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Well, the Riders have stepped in it now. Joel Gasson is joined by CBC's Dan Plaster on this week's 3Down Green Cast for the Pile O' Bones Brewing Company to discuss the Riders' latest loss to the Calgary Stampeders and the now messy playoff situation.  They also discuss ways to get coaches to stop conceding safeties.    See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week on the 3Down Green Cast for the Pile O'Bones Brewing Company, Joel Gasson and John Fraser discuss the big weekend Saskatchewan's amateur football teams, Cody Fajardo's frustrations after the loss to Calgary, the signing of Duke Wiliams, and wonder, is this week's game against the Stampeders a must-win?  Get the Green Cast wherever you get your podcasts.    See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Riders are 5-2 and they found their wackies way to win yet. Joel Gasson and John Fraser share their thoughts on the Riders' wild win over the Lions and their upcoming three-game stretch against the Calgary Stampeders. John also surprises Joel with something you might want to get your hands on. The 3Down Green Cast is brought to you by the Pile O'Bones Brewing Company. Get it wherever you get your podcasts.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week on the 3Down Green Cast for the Pile O' Bones Brewing Company Joel Gasson and John Fraser kick-off their campaign for someone, anyone to sign Sergio Castillo. They also chat about the Riders win over the Argos, their big game this week against the Lions and ask the question, are CFL games boring? Find the 3Down Green Cast wherever you get your podcasts.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Riders lost again to the Winnipeg Blue Bombers and Rider fans are not happy. But is it really as bad as it seems? Joel Gasson and John Fraser don't think so.  They also chat about Chris Jones' return to the CFL and the Argos signing former Hawaii quarterback Cole McDonald.  Get the 3Down Green Cast wherever you get your podcasts.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The 56th Labour Day Classic is in the books and uh, it was not a good one for the Riders. Joel Gasson and John Fraser share their thoughts on the Riders first loss of the year, talk about where the team should go from there and what the loss means in the grand scheme of things.  Get the 3Down Green Cast wherever you get your podcasts.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Everyone's most tolerated series is back! This week on the 3Down Green Cast for the Pile O' Bones Brewing Company it's volume three of Ask John Anything.  You asked and John answers questions about deli meats, greasy car sales, the Riders offence against the Winnipeg defence and more.  Get the 3Down Green Cast wherever you get your podcasts.    See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The talk in Riderville has taken a sharp turn, and it's not a good one for the Green and White. Joel Gasson and John Fraser share their thoughts on increasing pressure on the Riders to require fans to show proof of vaccination to attend games and what seems like their reluctance to do so. They also talk about the win over Ottawa and wonder if the team is currently so good, they're boring?  Get the 3Down Green Cast wherever you get your podcasts.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

It's the question on no one's mind, but Joel Gasson and John Fraser are asking it anyway, should the Riders sign Tim Tebow?  No, of course not.  But, this week on the 3Down Green Cast for the Pile O' Bones Brewing Company they do discuss the Riders win over Hamilton, the state of the offensive line, Jason Maas' game plans thus far, Shaq Evans injury, and hot dogs.  Find the 3Down Green Cast wherever you get your podcasts.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Is taking a helicopter to get ice cream cake a crime?  Joel Gasson and John Fraser answer that question and talk about the Riders' win over the B.C Lions, the Michael Reilly saga, Cody Fajardo's headshot and look ahead to this week's game against the Hamilton Tiger-Cats.  Get the 3Down Green Cast wherever you get your podcasts.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The first week of the CFL season is finally upon us! This week on the 3Down Green Cast for Pile O' Bones Brewing Joel Gasson is joined by fill-in John Fraser, CBC's Dan Plaster to break down the Riders' week one game against the BC Lions and answer some questions from listeners.  Find the 3Down Green Cast wherever you get your podcasts. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The final week without CFL football is finally upon us. This week on the 3Down Green Cast for the Pile O' Bones Brewing Company, Joel Gasson and John Fraser are joined by CBC's Dan Plaster to play a little game to preview the 2021 season.  Fraser and Plaster also bond over their random Ryan Dinwiddie jerseys. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The NHL's expansion draft has come and gone but that doesn't mean we can't have some fun with it. This week on the 3Down Green Cast for Pile O' Bones Brewing, Joel Gasson shares his nine-player protected list for a hypothetical CFL expansion draft and John Fraser wears his GM hat to pick one Canadian and one American for the Atlantic Schooners. Joel and John also talk about the worsening situation at offensive line for the Riders and how the CFL should follow the CHL's lead with their new TV deal.  Get the 3Down Green Cast wherever you get your podcasts.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

It's been an eventful start to the Riders 2021 training camp. Joel Gasson and John Fraser talk about the Riders suffering four serious injuries before camp even begins and how it's Fraser's fault. They also chat about how no pre-season games could actually help teams after a year off and if the Riders should consider proof of vaccination to enter Mosaic Stadium. Thanks to the show's title sponsor Pile O' Bones Brewing for their support. Find the Green Cast wherever you get your podcasts. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Training camp is finally nearly here.  After the longest offseason ever, Joel Gasson and John Fraser talk about the four biggest questions surrounding the Riders heading into the 2021 season.  They also chat about the CFL and XFL no longer talking about talking and how it's time for everyone to get on board and support the league.  Thanks to the show's title sponsor Pile O' Bones Brewing for their support. Find the Green Cast wherever you get your podcasts. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

At long last, our long national nightmare is over. The CFL is back!  With the news the season will officially kick off on August 5, Joel Gasson and John Fraser discuss the league's pending return and if all of this time off could lead to the best season ever?  They also chat about Riders head coach Craig Dickenson's comments about players being ready for camp and local car commercials.  Thanks to the show's title sponsor Pile O' Bones Brewing for their support. Find the Green Cast wherever you get your podcasts. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Could it be? Is a CFL season finally on the horizon? Joel Gasson and John Fraser discuss recent optimism around the CFL season starting later this summer including the Riders potentially opening the season with 100 percent capacity.  They also chat about Canada being on the verge of legalizing single-game gambling and the Edmonton Elks.  Thanks to the show's title sponsor Pile O' Bones Brewing for their support. Find the Green Cast wherever you get your podcasts. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week on the 3Down Green Cast, Joel Gasson and John Fraser discuss Joel's recent vaccination and the improved 5G signal it has provided. They also discuss the CFL Draft and dangerous comments made this past week by former Riders defensive end John Chick. Thanks to the show's title sponsor Pile O' Bones Brewing for their support. Find the Green Cast wherever you get your podcasts. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

News! We have news.  For the first time in a while, there are some actual details regarding the CFL's return to play in 2021. Joel Gasson and John Fraser share their thoughts on the CFL's potential plan to start the season on August 5th with the Grey Cup coming in December.  Thanks to the show's title sponsor Pile O' Bones Brewing for their support. Find the Green Cast wherever you get your podcasts.   See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

As speculation around the CFL runs wild, it's time to have some fun. As Joel Gasson and John Fraser wait for a clearer picture to emerge regarding what's going on with the XFL or if they'll even play in 2021, they've decided it was time for another edition of Ask John Anything! No topic is off-limits.  Thanks to the show's title sponsor Pile O' Bones Brewing for their support. Find the Green Cast wherever you get your podcasts.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Another big week in the CFL as the league has presented the players with a plan, that includes yet another pay-cut, to start the season on time. Joel Gasson and John Fraser share their thoughts on the latest developments in the CFL's will they or won't they play saga. They also talk about Tim Peel's firing from the NHL and what the CFL can learn from it. Before all of that, Joel and John give praise to Rebellion Brewing President and CEO Mark Heise for caring about the health of the people of Saskatchewan in light of some backlash from some guy whose name we can't remember.  Thanks to the show's title sponsor Pile O' Bones Brewing for their support. Find the Green Cast wherever you get your podcasts.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

It's the news that's got sports fans across Canada today. The CFL and XFL are talking business. What does it mean? Well, we don't really know yet but this won't stop Joel Gasson and John Fraser from sharing their thoughts on what it means, what it doesn't mean, and why they're happening.  Joel and John also chat about updates on COVID-19 vaccination schedules from various provinces and how that's good news for the CFL.  Thanks to the show's title sponsor Pile O' Bones Brewing for their support. Find the Green Cast wherever you get your podcasts.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Tis' the season for ice and granite. It's also time for the 3Down Green Cast's annual #8EndNation podcast where Joel Gasson and John Fraser talk about one of their other loves, curling.  This year, Gasson and Fraser are joined by the lead for Mike McEwen's team Colin Hodgson to discuss his curling apparel startup Dynasty Curling, Hodgson's friendship with Blue Bombers linebacker Adam Bighill, life in the curling bubble, and find out who would win a fatal four-way match between him and his teammates.  Thanks to the show's title sponsor Pile O' Bones Brewing for their support. Find the Green Cast wherever you get your podcasts.    See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Introducing our newest reoccurring (at completely unknown and random intervals) segment -- Ask John Anything! Before the show, Joel asked Twitter to send him questions that John would then answer. At least one answer to these questions will surprise you.  They also discuss the Riders moves in free agency, where teams currently sit ahead of the 2021 season and they share their thoughts on a difficult week in Canadian media.  Thanks to the show's title sponsor Pile O' Bones Brewing for their support. Find the Green Cast wherever you get your podcasts.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

CFL Free Agency is nearly here. Joel Gasson and John Fraser are back to talk about the Riders' decision to release Charleston Hughes ahead of the opening of free agency. They also chat about the importance of signing linebacker Cameron Judge and the domino effect that could be created should he not return to the Green and White. Also, the Sergio to Saskatchewan campaign is launched. Thanks to the show's title sponsor Pile O' Bones Brewing for their support. Find the Green Cast wherever you get your podcasts.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.