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With Christmas just a couple of sleeps away, Mr. and Mrs. Claus join Newsmakers host Rick Zamperin to share how they get ready for the big day and talk about their charitable efforts.

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Canadian Women & Sport CEO Allison Sandmeyer-Graves joined host Bubba O'Neil on this Sportsline Podcast. With growth, recognition and investment as factors, Sandmeyer-Graves explained why 2025 was a pivotal year for women's sport in our country and offered hope and promise for 2026.

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Joining host Bubba O'Neil on the Sportsline Podcast was Orlondo Steinauer, Hamilton Tiger-Cats' president of football operations. Hot topics include the hiring of Brock Sunderland as senior director of player personnel, the ups and downs of 2025, and his response to being recently linked to vacant head coach jobs around the CFL.

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We are two weeks away from The Countdown to 2026 on CHCH. The live New Year's Eve special will be highlighted by iconic Canadian rock bands Sloan and Big Wreck, and hosted by award-winning media personality George Stroumboulopoulos. Host Rick Zamperin sat down with Strombo to discuss the show, Canadian music and a whole lot more.

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Seth Cabezas, a McMaster University baseball pitcher and Indigenous Student Athlete Council co-president, joined Andrew Damelin on this Sportsline Podcast. Cabezas is all about connection -- to his teammates and community. They talk about the mental battle between pitcher and batter, inspiring the high school he coaches, and the successes he's experienced as a result of ISAC.

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Fresh off his decision to play for two more years, Hamilton Tiger-Cats QB Bo Levi Mitchell joined host Bubba O'Neil on this Sportsline Podcast. Up for discussion was the thrill of victory, the agony of defeat, the women in his life, plus his fixation with playing football.

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While donations to food banks may increase during the holidays, food insecurity is a year-round issue for far too many people in our community. Newsmakers Host Rick Zamperin dives into the issue with Haleigh-Rain Paxton from Hamilton Food Share.

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Nearly one year under new ownership, the Brantford Bulldogs are the top team in the OHL, they're a huge hit in the community and a new arena is in the works. On this Sportsline Podcast, vice president and GM Spencer Hyman explained what the franchise means to him.

A new living classroom in Hamilton is bringing hands-on healthcare education and training into a local long-term care facility. Newsmakers Host Rick Zamperin discusses the program's future impact with Dr. Michael Heenan, the President and CEO of St. Joseph's Health System.

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As Toronto and Vancouver compete for the title of "Hollywood North," Hamilton's impact on the television and movie-making industry continues to impress the movers and shakers within the entertainment world. Newsmakers Host Rick Zamperin learns more from Hamilton Film Studios co-founder Zach Zohr.

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McMaster volleyball star Olivia Julien joined host Andrew Damelin on the Sportsline Podcast. Julien talked about chasing the catharsis of a spike, how leadership isn't "one size fits all," and how she bounced back after blaming herself for the team's heartbreaking loss at last year's national championship tournament.

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On this Sportsline Podcast, host Bubba O'Neil spoke to The Bills Bunker creator Jacob Varcoe, who provides online coverage about the Buffalo Bills whether the team is at home or on the road. Varcoe spoke about Buffalo's 2025 season, Bills Mafia's love for Josh Allen and why content creation has become his passion.

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After a year away, professional lacrosse returns to the renovated TD Coliseum on Saturday, Dec. 13 as the Toronto Rock host the Calgary Roughnecks. On this Sportsline Podcast, owner Jamie Dawick and veteran Challen Rogers spoke about their excitement for their home opener in Hamilton.

The Intercounty Baseball League, founded in 1919, is now the Canadian Baseball League and it is transitioning from semi-pro to the professional ranks. Newsmakers Host Rick Zamperin asks Welland Jackfish president Ryan Harrison why this move is being made and what impact it will have on the league, its players and fans.

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Newsmakers Host Rick Zamperin is joined by award-winning disability advocate Anthony Frisina to discuss the barriers that millions of Canadians face and what needs to be done to address their concerns.

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McMaster University swimming star Michelle Wang joined host Andrew Damelin on the Sportsline Podcast. Unlike most elite athletes, Wang has never been the fastest swimmer at any new level. Instead, with the help of caring and compassionate coaches, she worked her butt off to become competitive, culminating in eight medals at the 2025 OUA championships.

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Nelson Lords receiver Lily Ciesielski and head coach Jeff Brock were the guests on this Sportsline Podcast. Ciesielski, who's the first female to score a touchdown in Halton high school football history, talked about the play and being a role model.

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With roots that date back to 1919, the Intercounty Baseball League is now the Canadian Baseball League. On this Sportsline Podcast, commissioner Ted Kalnins explained why changes were made.

Months after U.S. President Donald Trump hit Canada with damaging tariffs, local businesses continue to feel the impact. Newsmakers Host Rick Zamperin analyzes the challenges local businesses are facing with Hamilton Chamber of Commerce President and CEO Greg Dunnett.

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Sports and gambling have gone hand-in-hand for decades, but recent scandals have pushed this delicate relationship to a tenuous place. Newsmakers Host Rick Zamperin tackles this topic with Michael Naraine from the Department of Sport Management at Brock University.

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CFL on TSN analyst Glen Suitor joined host Bubba O'Neil on this Sportsline Podcast. On the docket for discussion: winning a Grey Cup in Saskatchewan, Davis Alexander's first loss and Glen's appeal to CFL fans who oppose rule changes for 2026-27.

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The housing market throughout the Golden Horseshoe has had its ups and downs over the last number of years. Conrad Zurini, the broker and owner of Re/Max Escarpment and Niagara, joins Newsmakers host Rick Zamperin to discuss the current state of the market, how he got into the business, and what home buyers and sellers can expect going forward.

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