Going Deep with Donnovan Bennett

The 2025 CFL season is less than a week away, and the defending Grey Cup champion Toronto Argonauts are readying their title defence - Donnovan gets into all things Argos with GM Michael 'Pinball' Clemons, as they chat about what success looks like after four straight trips to the East Final, and three straight trips to the Grey Cup itself. Afterwards, Donnovan and Sho chat about Hamilton's Shai Gilgeous-Alexander being named the 2024-25 NBA MVP, and whether or not his accomplishments have already made him the best Canadian basketball player of all time. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.

With the NASCAR season fully on the go, Donnovan takes a look at Season 2 of Full Speed, a sports docu-series that focuses on drivers and their hunt for the NASCAR Cup - he chats with executive producer Aaron Cohen and NASCAR's Senior VP of Content John Dahl on what the series entails and how they are aiming to continually broaden the sports scope around North America and the world at-large. Afterwards, Donnovan chats with Vancouver filmmaker Manny Mahal about CBC's cop show Allegiance, as it tackles a variety of systemic issues within the world of hockey. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.

On another edition of We Eatin', Donnovan heads down to Bar Mordecai to have a sit-down dinner and chat with some of the biggest minds improving women's sports across Canada: Diana Matheson, Jayna Hefford, and Teresa Resch. With the Northern Super League (NSL), the Professional Women's Hockey League (PWHL), and the Toronto Tempo in the WNBA all either in full swing or preparing to launch, Donnovan gets them to discuss what they want fans to take away, what the journey has looked like to this point, and what's still to come. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.

The CFL has a new leader, as Stewart Johnston (2:10) has been appointed the 15th Commissioner of the league - Donnovan chats with the new boss on what made him take the job in the first place, where he finds the game now, and what is to come. Afterwards, Canada Basketball President and CEO Michael Bartlett (28:49) stops by, and Donnovan asks him about the leadup to the 2028 Summer Olympics, which Canadian players he's keeping an eye on during the NBA Playoffs, and how the game continues to grow in the interim, including the return of GloblJam to Sportsnet later this summer. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.

With Asian Heritage Month in full swing, Donnovan dives into chats with a variety of hockey players from all levels across the sport, including Los Angeles Kings defenceman Jordan Spence (5:38), Winnipeg Jets 2024 draftee Kevin He (27:04), and three-time Olympic medallist and Team Canada legend Vicky Sunohara (39:48). From California's Manhattan Beach to the University of Toronto, Donnovan travels across North America to find out more about the varied paths these players took to the sport of hockey, what they've accomplished, and what's still ahead. Jordan Spence Video Feature: https://www.sportsnet.ca/nhl/video/kings-spence-inspiring-hockey-fans-in-australia-japan-pei-and-l-a/ The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.

Meet Mitchell Hooper, the 2023 World's Strongest Man (21:41). Donnovan chats with the Midhurst, Ontario native on his dominant career, how he made the switch from other sports to strongmen competitions, how he got started in this field, and what he hopes to accomplish going forward both within his sport and outside of it. With the NFL Draft nearing, Donnovan also chats with Ken Brown, VP of Global Solutions at Furnished Quarters (2:36), a company that helps to ensure newly acquired athletes seamlessly transition from one team to another - including finding short-term housing in the new cities they're in. Mitchell Hooper: https://www.mitchellhooperstrongman.com/ The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.

With Earth Day 2025 here, Donnovan took a trip to Seattle for a visit to the home of the Kraken: Climate Pledge Arena. After catching some fish at Pike Place Market, he went up to the arena to learn more about their goal of being the most progressive, responsible and sustainable arena in the world. Climate Pledge Arena's Goal: https://www.climatepledgearena.com/sustainability/ The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.

The Northern Super League finally kicks off all over the country this week, the latest sports offering for Canadians from coast-to-coast - with AFC Toronto's home opener at BMO Field coming this weekend, Donnovan previews the team at-large with head coach Marko Milanović (2:15) and CEO Helena Ruken (17:07). Afterwards, Donnovan chats with Hockey Hall of Famer Grant Fuhr (47:26), who has a new (but familiar) partnership with Pepsi, as the Stanley Cup Playoffs draw closer. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.

With the NBA Playoffs already looming, Donnovan takes a look at the league's most storied franchise: the Boston Celtics. HBO Max has a new docu-series out, Celtics City, which chronicles the team's founding as one of the league's original members to its 2024 championship, and Donnovan chats with two of the filmmakers behind it in director Lauren Stowell and co-executive producer and showrunner Gabe Honig (5:38). Afterwards, Donnovan takes a look at the latest season of Netflix's Drive to Survive with Sportsnet's own Jonathan Brazeau (47:03). Jonathan's S7 takeaways: https://www.sportsnet.ca/formula-1/article/i-control-you-every-millimetre-best-moments-of-drive-to-survive-season-7 The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.

Torpedo bats have taken Major League Baseball by storm - what are they, and are they actually making a real difference? Donnovan speaks with Ben Milinkovich (3:20), Director at SAM Bat, a Canadian baseball bat manufacturer to get direct information on how the torpedo bat has become so popular. Afterwards, with the Canadian Premier League season about to begin, Donnovan chats with CPL Commissioner Mark Noonan (15:10) on the beginning of the league's seventh season, and how the league continues to grow. Plus,  Donnovan also speaks with Allison Sandmeyer-Graves (38:30), CEO of Canadian Women & Sport, on her latest op-ed which highlights key milestones - PWHL's record-breaking season, the launch of the Northern Super League, and the highly anticipated debut of the WNBA's Toronto Tempo - all signs that women's sports are thriving. Allison's op-ed: https://womenandsport.ca/canadas-womens-sport-boom-and-the-case-for-accelerated-action/ The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.

The 2025 MLB season has finally returned, and with it comes more optimism for better days for the Toronto Blue Jays - with the Jays already back in action, Donnovan chats with former Jays ace Ricky Romero (47:50) on Alejandro Kirk signing a long-term extension, what's next in the extension department for Vladimir Guerrero Jr., and the health of the game overall (including the arm health for many young pitchers across MLB). Afterwards, Donnovan chats with Apple TV's Alex Faust (1:27:36), as Friday Night Baseball gears up for another season - they get into the Jays' chances of competing in a tough division, and touch on a few larger baseball topics, including the seemingly-unstoppable Dodgers. Plus, some good and bad news from Canada Soccer, as they dispatch the USA at the CONCACAF Nations League, but lose star Alphonso Davies to a torn ACL in the process. Donnovan brings on former Canada Soccer star Kara Lang (2:50) to discuss the tournament, her experience in rehabbing from a tough injury, and what she's looking forward to about the coming debut for the Northern Super League. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.

March Madness has begun! With brackets being busted already, Donnovan gets some perspective on the big dance with Daniele Franceschi (0:17) and Sabreena Merchant (45:14). Daniele takes a deep dive on the men's bracket, including which Canadians viewers should be paying attention to as the tournament continues. Afterwards, Sabreena shares her expertise on the women's bracket, including the chances for her beloved Duke University, and touches on the latest from the WNBA, including her thoughts on the Toronto Tempo and Serena Williams being named as a member of the team's ownership group. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.

With the spring (and, very soon, summer) of soccer on the horizon, Donnovan brings on two guests who know the beautiful game better than most: Toronto FC Head Coach Robin Fraser (2:19) and Olympic medallist Diana Matheson (28:42). First, Robin discusses TFC's start to the season, how he operates as a head coach both on a personnel level and a tactical one, his relationships with Greg Vanney and Jesse Marsch, and what success would look like in his first year. Afterwards, Diana discusses the rapidly approaching debut for the Northern Super League, including what she's learned during the creation of a new domestic Canadian league, any surprises she's encountered along the way, and what's still left to get done in the last 30 days before the first kickoff in NSL history. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.

International Women's Day is a global day celebrating the many achievements of women all over in the world - including across the vast world of sport. Donnovan took a few trips around North America to meet some of the remarkable women in hockey, including one to Seattle, where he spoke to Kraken assistant coach Jessica Campbell (2:11), the first woman to hold an on-bench role as assistant or associate coach in NHL history, as they discuss what led her to this point, the support she's had along the way, and what goes into a typical day in preparing the players for gameday. Afterwards, Donnovan hopped on a flight to Colorado, where he spoke with Kim Weiss (35:33), the video coach for the Colorado Avalanche's AHL affiliate team, the Colorado Eagles. They chat about what's next for her, and what it's like being so close to the NHL itself. Plus, Donnovan also speaks with Lindsay Pennal (57:18), executive director of the NHL Coaches Association - they discuss her work with the NHLCA's Female Coaches Program, and how it's helping to shape the career paths of women striving to reach the highest levels of hockey. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.

The Toronto Tempo have officially named Monica Wright Rogers as the first GM in franchise history - what goes into building a team from scratch in a country that has never had a WNBA team before? Donnovan chats with Monica (2:28) about the task that lays ahead and what comes first in a long line of items to check off. Afterwards, with Netflix's latest docuseries 'Court of Gold' available to stream, Donnovan chats with director Jake Rogal (19:30) on how he put together the series over the course of the 2024 Summer Olympics in Paris. Plus, Basketball Hall of Famer Wayne Embry was in Toronto to meet with Raptors President Masai Ujiri - Donnovan speaks with Wayne (40:02) on not only his long career as a player and executive, but also his experience living through the civil rights struggle in the United States all the way to becoming the first African-American GM in NBA history.Donnovan's SN.ca Article on Wayne Embry: https://www.sportsnet.ca/article/nba-legend-wayne-embry-on-the-importance-of-learning-from-the-past/Wayne Embry Fellowship: https://fellowship.raptors.com/The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.

The first-ever 4 Nations Face-Off is officially over, wrapping up with a dramatic 3-2 OT win for Canada over the United States! Donnovan chats with Sportsnet's Ryan Dixon (2:38), as they discuss the thrilling heroics from Connor McDavid in overtime, and the starring roles of Jordan Binnington, Nathan MacKinnon, and Mitch Marner. Afterwards, Donnovan chats with Blackhawks captain Nick Foligno alongside his wife Janelle (33:15), as they have signed on to be ambassadors for Heart & Stroke's February Heart Month campaign. The campaign shines a spotlight on congenital heart disease (CHD) —  a condition their oldest child, 11-year-old Milana, was diagnosed with at birth. Plus, Donnovan takes a visit to the first-ever Reeve Hockey Classic at Kasabuski Rink in Saugus, Massachusetts - he speaks with the NHL's Executive Vice President, Social Impact, Growth Initiatives & Legislative Affairs in Kim Davis (1:01:52), and wraps up by chatting with Canada captain Tyler McGregor (1:05:46), who brings him on the ice to try his hand at sled hockey.Nick and Janelle's story: https://www.heartandstroke.ca/articles/nhl-familys-fight-with-congenital-heart-diseaseThe views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.

With Super Bowl 59 in the books, Donnovan turns his attention to the secondary (but just as important) aspect of the big game: ads and the halftime show. For the first, Donnovan brings back Susan Charles (3:02), Brand Strategy Lead for YouTube Canada, for her  yearly recap of advertisements - which spots are audiences going back to watch? What were the themes in this year's commercials? Afterwards, Donnovan chats with Sheri Lambert (24:58), Associate Professor of Marketing at Temple University, to discuss the halftime show - they chat about how the performance has become a cultural phenomenon, and what kind of value artists derive from the show. Plus, to wrap up, Donnovan and Sho discuss Kendrick Lamar's performance itself and which performers could take the stage in the future (38:38).Donnovan's Super Bowl Ad Rankings: https://www.sportsnet.ca/nfl/article/super-bowl-lix-a-comprehensive-ranking-of-the-top-25-commercials/The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.

Donnovan gets set for Super Bowl LIX alongside producer Sho Alli, as the two chat with a variety of guests surrounding the biggest game of the year. KiSS 92.5's Shem (3:23) stops by to discuss the coming Kendrick Lamar halftime performance, while SumerSports' Lindsay Rhodes (32:45) chats about the best way to allocating resources en route to a Super Bowl berth. Former Falcons GM Thomas Dimitroff (38:37) breaks down the best parts of the Chiefs and Eagles rosters, and former Raiders CEO Amy Trask (44:29) dishes on what the carnival that is the lead up to the game itself is like for players, coaches, and front office members alike.Sho's Super Bowl X-Factors: https://www.sportsnet.ca/nfl/article/super-bowl-lix-x-factors-who-could-be-difference-makers-for-chiefs-and-eaglesThe views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.

Ahead of a February debut for Canada Soccer, Donnovan chats with new women's national team head coach Casey Stoney (3:35) - they chat about the hiring process, what drew her to the Canadian team, and what her own journey as a player and coach has been like. Afterwards, with the Chevrolet Good Deeds Cup back for a ninth season, Toronto Sceptres forward and Olympic gold medalist Sarah Nurse (24:00) stops by to discuss why the program is so important to youth hockey across Canada. Plus, the Canadian Premier League is gearing up for the CONCACAF Champions Cup - Costa Smyrniotis (35:21), CPL EVP, stops by to discuss the challenge that lies ahead for Cavalry FC and Forge FC. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.

With the NFL Conference Championship games on tap, Donnovan chats with a pair of experts to get set for two of the final three games of the season. First, NFL Network's Cynthia Frelund (5:04) stops by to discuss the coaching carousel that continues to spin around the league, and they also get to Bills/Chiefs ahead of the AFC title bout. Afterwards, Donnovan speaks with NFL.com's Eric Edholm (25:56), who talks some college ball following a championship win for Ryan Day and Ohio State, and soon after they get into Commanders/Eagles and the comparison between Jayden Daniels and Jalen Hurts. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.

Donnovan chats with Sportsnet's Senior Features Producer Paul Sidhu (2:56), the mastermind behind the creation of 'Raptors Delight', a new documentary series from Sportsnet that explores the history of the Toronto Raptors with in-depth interviews of many subjects across the team's 30-year history. They get into the interview subjects themselves, favourite moments from Part 1, and what ended up on the cutting room floor. Afterwards, Donnovan chats with The Athletic's Joshua Kloke (40:21), as both Canada Soccer and Toronto FC have hired new head coaches - what's next at the national and club level for both organizations? The Birth Of The Toronto Raptors | Raptors Delight: Part 1: www.youtube.com/watch?v=sdrxzy2au6M The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.

The NFL Playoffs are just days away, with Super Wild Card Weekend bringing three days of playoff action - ahead of the games, Donnovan takes a mini tour of the league and visits with three colleagues on their NFL allegiances. First, Uncrowned founder and MMA reporter Ariel Helwani (3:27) dishes on his Bills fandom and why Josh Allen should be the unequivocal MVP, and also discusses Netflix taking their first foray into the WWE. Afterwards, Sportsnet's Arash Madani (33:06) chats about his Vikings fandom and what might happen in the near future for Sam Darnold. Plus, Sportsnet's Dan Shulman (1:03:02) stops by to chat how he became a Packers fan, how college sports (both football and basketball) are ever-changing, and shares some thoughts on how the Blue Jays off-season continues to unfold. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.

2024 is rapidly coming to an end, and to look back on a busy year in sports, Donnovan brings on Breakfast Television's Sid Seixeiro to put a few items in perspective. They take a spin around each major North American league, and debate who is currently the best QB in the NFL, the NBA seemingly suffering from a lack of compelling stars, the NHL marching towards best-on-best once again, and MLB handing out gargantuan contracts in the middle of their off-season. Plus, they chat about Canada Soccer and get into the many (many) college football bowl games. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.

It's official, the first international WNBA franchise has a name: the Toronto Tempo! With the name and logo out in the world, Donnovan chats with Teresa Resch (2:01), Tempo President, on what went into the naming process, the colour scheme selection, the reaction to the name/logo being accidentally leaked, and the timelines behind what comes next. Afterwards, Donnovan takes a look at the wide world of Formula One racing, and chats with The Athletic's F1 senior writer Luke Smith (43:08) about the F1 season wrapping up - they discuss what was an unpredictable season in many ways, including Lewis Hamilton deciding to drive for Ferrari and General Motors announcing they will soon enter the grid as a new team.Toronto Tempo Website: https://tempo.wnba.com/Bringing Home The W Podcast: https://bringing-home-the-w.simplecast.com/Luke Smith's F1 Book 'On The Grid': https://linktr.ee/onthegridf1bookThe views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.

Donnovan takes a trip back to his Scarborough roots, where the Giants of Africa Foundation hosted an all-girls basketball clinic in the neighbourhood of Malvern. He speaks to the Raptors' Masai Ujiri (1:20), the creator and founder of GoA, and the coaches of the two teams in Team Canada's Kia Nurse (8:56) and Tamara Tatham (15:49) - they discuss the many reasons why these events are important, the impact Giants of Africa is having in both Canada and abroad in Africa as well, and Tamara gets into her own Scarborough roots, having grown up not too far from where the clinic took place. Afterwards, Donnovan chats with Scarborough native and Paralympian Marissa Papaconstantinou (23:13), as the Scarborough Health Network (SHN) is raising funds to better serve the 25% of Toronto that live in the east end - they discuss her upbringing, including how she received her care at SHN while growing up with her disability in Scarborough.Donate to Giants of Africa: https://giantsofafrica.org/donate/Donate to SHN: https://www.shnfoundation.ca/The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.

The PWHL returns for another year, complete with team names and logos, and as the teams hit the ice, Donnovan chats with the league's SVP of Hockey Operations and Hockey Hall of Famer Jayna Hefford (3:05) - they get into what went into the success of the league's inaugural season, what next steps look like, and how they continue to grow both the league and hockey at-large. Afterwards, Donnovan chats with Canadian composer Andrew Lockington (25:08), who is behind Amazon's Monday Night NHL theme song - they discuss what goes into making an iconic theme song, how he became a composer in the first place, and shares some love for his favourite hockey team, the Toronto Maple Leafs. Plus, with American Thanksgiving giving viewers more NFL games than usual, Donnovan and Sho chat with Andrew Brandt (44:23), former NFL VP with the Packers and now host of the Business of Sports podcast - they get into the running back resurgence across the league (including monster years for Derrick Henry, Saquon Barkley, and Josh Jacobs) and discuss the rise in international games over the years. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.

With the calendar almost ready to flip over to 2025, Donnovan looks ahead at the coming year for Canadian soccer at all levels - to start, he's joined by former CFL Commissioner Mark Cohon (3:04), who has recently signed on to join the new Northern Super League as chair of its board of directors. What will the inaugural season look like in the spring and how do you manage a new group of team owners? Afterwards, Donnovan chats with Kristian Jack, Vice President of Media for the Canadian Premier League and broadcaster on OneSoccer (25:00) - they discuss the recently concluded CPL season, Jesse Marsch and the men's national team competing in the CONCACAF Nations League tournament, the recent Canada Soccer independent review, and their beloved Three Lions getting set to finally replace Gareth Southgate with Thomas Tuchel in the new year. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.

With Vince Carter's no. 15 now hanging in the rafters at Scotiabank Arena, Donnovan brings on his old pal Joseph Casciaro, writer and podcaster at The Score, to re-examine the legacy of one of the Raptors' most famous (and infamous) players. They discuss the ceremony itself, including shoutouts from Carter's former teammates, the waterworks, the speech, and also get into some other off-court comments, including Drake and DeMar DeRozan having a disagreement about who goes up next. Plus, they also take a look around the world of basketball, including the recent locker-room conduct discourse involving Joel Embiid. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.

Donnovan sits down with hockey legend Jarome Iginla (1:50) for a conversation inspired by a new content series called 'Skipped Exits', in partnership with Lincoln Canada. It's a series about unconventional paths to success, about the exits we take and the exits we skip on the road to sometimes-unexpected destinations in life - Donnovan and Jarome speak about his own unique and unexpected experiences, including his path as a multi-sport athlete early in life, his son Tij getting drafted into the NHL this past year, and reminisces about assisting Sidney Crosby on the golden goal back in 2010.  Afterwards, Donnovan chats with Sportsnet's Elliotte Friedman (27:58), as the guys discuss the recent retirement of Vince Carter's jersey at Scotiabank Arena, how it compared to the return of Mats Sundin, and get into the idea of the growth of sport at the grassroots level when it comes to multi-sport athletes. Plus, they discuss the coming Four Nations Cup and the return of best-on-best international hockey - who's the team to beat?This episode of Going Deep is brought to you by the all-new 2025 Lincoln Aviator.The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.

With trades flying left and right, Donnovan chats with famed NFL agent Leigh Steinberg on how agents help players navigate the world of getting traded, and what the relationship is with front offices at this time of year (2:34). Afterwards, Donnovan is joined by former CFL kicker and Grey Cup champion Dan Giancola, who is the author of 'Be That One: Why Does It Have To Be Someone Else, Why Not Me?', detailing the triumphs of his own life and tells people that they can be anything they want, no matter how big the obstacle (20:42). Plus, Donnovan chats with Olympic gold medallist and now-television host Jon Montgomery, who has partnered with Movember to raise awareness around men's health issues (38:07). The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.

The 2024-25 Toronto Raptors season has officially tipped off on Sportsnet, and with it has come a partnership with a number of Canadian artists from around the country. Before it all began, Donnovan travelled to the network recording to chat with three of them: Choclair (3:23), Rochester AKA Juice (21:08), and Paris (34:33). He spoke with all three of them on their NBA and Raptors fandom, the evolution of their music, and what it means to collaborate with a major sports network in Sportsnet. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.

With the release of the PWHL schedule, Donnovan chats with The Hockey News' Ian Kennedy (2:05) on the storylines that await the league's second season. Ian also gets into the recent release of his latest book, 'Ice in Their Veins: Women's Relentless Pursuit of the Puck', available wherever books are sold. Afterwards, Donnovan is joined by the CEO of Canadian Women & Sport Allison Sandmeyer-Graves (40:40) to discuss a recent collaboration and efforts to build a sustainable pro women's sport industry in Canada - how does growth continue to happen at all levels? PWHL 2024-25 Schedule: https://www.thepwhl.com/en/stats/schedule/all-teams/5/all-months The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.

Donnovan chats with former Kansas City Chiefs offensive lineman and Quebec native Laurent Duvernay-Tardif, as he uses his platform to raise awareness of HPV among men - he wants men to tackle important health issues, including the human papillomavirus (HPV) and HPV-related cancers, as directly as possible. Plus, he also discusses his career in football, including what it's like to play with Andy Reid, Alex Smith, and Patrick Mahomes. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.

The 2024-25 NHL season has finally arrived, and with it, comes the latest sports docuseries onto streaming services everywhere: Faceoff: Inside the NHL, which peels back the curtain on the lives of the athletes behind the goals, assists and saves. With the series out on Prime Video, Donnovan chats with NHL Chief Content Officer Steve Mayer (4:23) on why this was the right time for the league to venture into such a project, and also chats with showrunner Daniel Amigone (29:17) on the challenges of getting the best out of notoriously-reserved hockey athletes. Afterwards, Donnovan speaks with Charlie Lyons (53:07), former Colorado Avalanche owner, on the Prime Video documentary Saving Sakic. Plus, Sportsnet's Elliotte Friedman (1:07:50) stops by for his annual chat, as they get into a wide-ranging discussion including the Prime docuseries, NHL labour negotiations, what it means to be an insider, and his summer of calling Olympic rowing at Paris 2024. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.

It's another medallists-only edition of Going Deep, as Donnovan chats with Olympic champion sprinter Aaron Brown (2:23), fresh off his return from Paris. They discuss the training that goes into such a competition, how you prepare mentally, being a role model for young athletes all over Canada, and even get into some much publicized smack talk from before the race from the Americans. Afterwards, Donnovan chats with two-time Olympic medallist & Toronto Sceptres forward Sarah Nurse (35:25), as she spent some of her time this summer continuing to give back to young women who aspire to be hockey players themselves - she gets into why that's so important, and also discusses what's important to her in both life and career going forward. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.

Drafted by the Raptors in the first round of the 2009 NBA Draft, six-time NBA All-Star DeMar DeRozan is back in Toronto to discuss his new book, Above the Noise: My Story of Chasing Calm. Donnovan sits down with DeRozan (2:39), who reflects on what it took to make a name for himself in a new country after getting drafted by the Raptors, the pressure of playing with veteran athletes as a twenty-year-old rookie, and the pain of losing role models. Donnovan also had the chance to moderate a live event with DeRozan with hundreds of fans in attendance (41:24) - they share some laughs, take audience questions, and even get a brief visit from a surprise guest. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.

With the 49th Toronto International Film Festival winding down, Donnovan chats about the world premieres of two sports films: Rez Ball & Unstoppable. He also chats with the director of Rez Ball, Sydney Freeland, alongside the two principal actors Jessica Matten and Kauchani Bratt, as they discuss the making of the movie and why it was important to get the small details right (4:52). To wrap up on the films, Donnovan is joined by Sho (10:19) for a review, and chat about TIFF as a whole. Afterwards, Aurélie Rivard (37:10), a 13-time Paralympic medalist - which includes three medals won at the 2024 Paralympics, one of each colour - stops by to chat about her experience in France, her journey to this point in her career, and what has shaped her as an athlete. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.

The 2024 NFL season has arrived, as the Chiefs dispatch the Ravens on the strength of Isaiah Likely's shoe size - Donnovan chats with NFL Network's Gregg Rosenthal about storylines that intrigue him from around the league, including the coming-out party for Xavier Worthy, the MVP candidates to watch, and Donnovan's beloved Cowboys. Afterwards, Sho joins to discuss his X-Factors and Rookies to Watch pieces for Sportsnet.ca - which quarterback recovering from injury means more to his team between Kirk Cousins and Aaron Rodgers? How will Bo Nix look amidst a crop of talented rookies? Plus, is this a make-or-break season for Trevor Lawrence in Jacksonville? Donnovan's 10 Stats: https://www.sportsnet.ca/nfl/article/nfl-week-1-by-the-numbers-can-caleb-williams-be-best-bears-qb-ever/ Sho's 2024 X-Factors: https://www.sportsnet.ca/nfl/article/nfl-2024-x-factors-can-harbaugh-turn-things-around-in-l-a/ Sho's Rookies to Watch: https://www.sportsnet.ca/nfl/article/2024-nfl-rookies-to-watch-bears-odunze-looks-ready-for-spotlight/ The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.

With the NFL season approaching, Donnovan chats with super-agent Leigh Steinberg (2:50) - how do NFL athletes navigate the world of contract negotiations and cutdown day ahead of the season opener? Afterwards, Donnovan chats with Natalie Achonwa (26:45), as she wraps up on a basketball career that spanned four consecutive Olympic games - what's next for her after Paris? Plus, Robert Iaria (41:40), B-Stock's VP of Client Success and Logistics stops by - B-Stock is the world's largest B2B auction platform for customer returned and overstock merchandise, who partnered with the Olympics and Paralympics to find a second life for the the furniture and equipment from the Summer Games. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.

With the 2024 Summer Paralympics rapidly approaching, Donnovan chats with Canada's Marissa Papaconstantinou, a medal favourite on the track in Paris. They discuss how she stays ready for massive competitions, and what the Paralympics means to Canadians across the country. Afterwards, Donnovan speaks to Dr. Cassidy Preston, who is a Mental Performance Coach for professional athletes and high-performers and the author of 'Mindset First' - what does it take for athletes to put themselves in the best mental position to succeed at events like the Olympics and Paralympics? The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.

With the 2024 Summer Olympics officially in the books, Donnovan brings on someone who had boots on the ground all over France in Sportsnet's own Arash Madani. They discuss the entire Olympic experience, and get into the biggest stories from Paris and beyond, including Summer McIntosh's sheer dominance, a surprise gold medal from the men's 4x100m relay team, and some disappointing results from both Canada Soccer and Canada Basketball. Afterwards, Donnovan and Sho chat about the plethora of Going Deep guests that made some noise at the Summer Games, including gold medalist Phil Wizard as the first-ever gold medal winner in the sport of breaking. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.

Donnovan chats with Guy Lawson (3:20), author of 'Hot Dog Money', which aims to expose the widespread corruption inside the NCAA, giving the inside story of FBI informant Marty Blazer, who revealed the “business” of amateur sport - convictions made possible by Blazer's testimony rocked the NCAA and were directly influential in the establishment of the interim NIL (name and likeness) rules later brought in. Afterwards, Danny Cortenraede (34:05) returns to Going Deep, this time to discuss the NCAA and the Power Five conferences reaching a historic agreement to allow athletes to receive direct payments from their schools, which includes a $2.75 billion distribution settlement to past athletes and a future revenue-sharing model for current athletes. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.