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Life has come full circle for MMA legend Jeff Joslin. On this Sportsline Podcast, the Hamilton native spoke to host Bubba O'Neil about his UFC experience, teaching at the club his father founded, and why mixed martial arts is more than a sport.

Canada's independent broadcasters are waiting to hear back from the CRTC after asking the telecommunications regulator to force Meta to adhere to the Online News Act. CHCH News Director Greg O'Brien joined Newsmakers host Rick Zamperin to explain what's happening and why it's important for the future of local news.

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The Hamilton Olympic Club is celebrating its 100th anniversary of operation. On this Sportsline Podcast, president Marcello Campanaro joined host Bubba O'Neil to discuss the objectives of the oldest track and field club in Canada, its celebration plans, and the reason for its longevity.

Four years after losing the mayor's race in Hamilton, Keanin Loomis is taking another run at the city's top political post. Loomis joins Newsmakers host Rick Zamperin to explain why he's running again and what he can offer the city.

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On this Sportsline Podcast, Hamilton Spectator columnist Scott Radley joined host Bubba O'Neil for a lively conversation regarding several complicated topics. Who's to blame for the Toronto Maple Leafs' troubles? Did Canada disappoint at the 2026 Winter Olympics, and has sports been poisoned by politics?

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Seeing Red, an Indigenous-owned media company based on the Six Nations of the Grand River, is shining a positive spotlight on Indigenous storytellers to improve their visibility. Newsmakers Host Rick Zamperin is joined by founder Bryan Porter.

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On Friday, undefeated IBF North American welterweight champion Bradley "The Truth" Wilcox will put his belt on the line versus "Marvelous" Mark Smither. On this Sportsline Podcast, the Hamilton native spoke about training, the influence of family and his opponent.

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Staff at the City of Hamilton have been asked to develop an action plan to help reinvigorate Barton Village in Hamilton's North End. Newsmakers Host Rick Zamperin asks Barton Village BIA executive director Nadine Ubl what they want to see in the plan and how it can help return that part of the city to its former glory.

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Researchers at St. Joseph's Healthcare Hamilton will launch a study to help loved ones mitigate symptoms of those living with obsessive compulsive disorder. Newsmakers Host Rick Zamperin speaks with Dr. Karen Rowa from the St. Joe's Anxiety Treatment and Research Clinic about how the research will work and what impact it will have for those with OCD.

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Hamilton's Mike Morreale joined host Bubba O'Neil on this Sportsline Podcast. The former founder and commissioner of the Canadian Elite Basketball League spoke about stepping down, his next career steps, and why his hometown franchise was not the success he had hoped for.

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The 24th annual Soupfest, a vital fundraiser for Living Rock Ministries, returns to the Hamilton Convention Centre on Feb. 24. Living Rock's Julie Conway joins Newsmakers host Rick Zamperin to preview the event and speak to its impact on local youth.

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For the second straight season, the McMaster Women's Curling team qualified for the U Sports championship in Regina. On today's Sportsline Podcast, Clara Dissanayake spoke to host Bubba O'Neil about what makes a good curler, the importance of coaching and the honour of representing the Marauders at the nationals.

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Hamilton is being called 'a queer economic hub in Ontario' by the Ontario Queer Chamber of Commerce. OQCC president John Kenyon joined Newsmakers host Rick Zamperin to explain why the group is bullish on Hamilton.

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Thanks in large part to its annual fundraising gala, Hamilton's Catholic Youth Organization (CYO) continues to offer an incredible experience at its summer camps for children living with special needs. Newsmakers host Rick Zamperin speaks with CYO executive director Brett Martin about the impact the program has had over the years.

Joining host Bubba O'Neil on today's Sportsline Podcast was Tiger-Cats prized free agent acquisition Tre Ford. The Niagara Falls native, who's also a former Hec Crighton winner, discussed his path to Hamilton, his growth as a quarterback and how his critics have made him mentally stronger.

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First-year McMaster University basketball star Tayler Scott joined the Sportsline Podcast to discuss her basketball journey. We learn about the origins of her ultra-competitive nature, how her dad gets her in the zone before games and how her coming to McMaster was basically a happy accident.

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On today's Sportsline Podcast, DraftKings Director of Sports Operations Johnny Avello joined host Bubba O'Neil to talk about the Super Bowl. Avello spoke about the exclusive number of prop bets in Canada, who's the favourite and why the Seahawks and Patriots will be the largest single day wagering event in North America.

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Joining host Bubba O'Neil on this Sportsline Podcast was Michele Vesprini-Jordan, chair of the Golden Horseshoe Athlete of the Year committee, who spoke about the annual Catholic Youth Organization (CYO) children's fundraising dinner. Also discussed was the new "Rising Star Award" along with the privilege and challenges of being on the selection committee.

Year after year, more Canadians are being forced to make ends meet by relying on food banks. Newsmakers Host Rick Zamperin asks Barrington Hector from Hamilton's Neighbour to Neighbour Centre how his organization is helping those in need.

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McMaster University's first student-run economics magazine has released its premiere issue. The first edition of The Rational Choice focuses on the hot topics of tariffs and international trade. Newsmakers Host Rick Zamperin is joined by the magazine's editor-in-chief Hridi Paul and logistics director Sidra Anjum.

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On this Sportsline Podcast, Canadian bobsleigh member Keaton Bruggeling joined host Bubba O'Neil to talk about his upcoming opportunity to compete at the Olympics. The St. Catharines native who also plays for the Hamilton Tiger-Cats spoke about the ties between his two sports, what makes a good bobsledder and the dangers that are faced.

As we approach the one year anniversary of U.S. President Donald Trump's tariffs on Canadian imports, Burlington Mayor Marianne Meed Ward tells Newsmakers host Rick Zamperin that businesses in her city are doing their best to pivot.

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The defending OCAA champion women's basketball team at Mohawk College are red hot this season and are ranked number 1 in the nation. On this Sportsline Podcast, coach Mihai Raducanu and player Maddie Anderson discussed their uplifting personal stories, love for basketball and thirst for the Mountaineers to win another title.