REDBLACKS Unfiltered

Jerod Fernadez reflects on his first season with the REDBLACKS and the road he took to get here.You can follow Jerod Fernandez on Instagram and Twitter.If you enjoy the episode please be sure to subscribe and leave a positive rating and review.Tweet at us @REDBLACKS and let us know what you think! You can also follow us on Instagram and like our Facebook Page.

When Kevin Brown was 12 years old, he got hurt playing football and swore he would never play again. When he got cut from the basketball team  his junior year, he was left looking for a sport to play. He chose football and in two years was able to get a scholarship to Cincinnati and from there to the pros. On this week's episode we talk about Kevin's journey that on multiple occasions, wasn't supposed to have him in the CFL.You can follow KB on Instagram, Twitter and YouTube.If you enjoy the episode please be sure to subscribe and leave a positive rating and review.Tweet at us @REDBLACKS and let us know what you think! You can also follow us on Instagram and like our Facebook Page. 

This week on REDBLACKS Unfiltered we are joined by  defensive lineman  Ettore Lattanzio.In our  conversation we discuss ET's journey to the pros, always being considered undersized,  being moved to fullback when he first played in the CFL, playing in and winning a Grey Cup, that time Lewis Ward tried out for wide receiver (true story) and more!You can follow ET on Instagram.If you enjoy the episode please be sure to subscribe and leave a positive rating and review.Tweet at us @REDBLACKS and let us know what you think! You can also follow us on Instagram and like our Facebook Page.

This week on REDBLACKS Unfiltered we are joined by kicker Lewis Ward. We talk about Lewis' childhood  growing up in England, his love of a different type of football, how he ended up at the University of Ottawa (spoiler: they were the only school to accept him), his tryout to make the REDBLACKS and the wild ride that was his record breaking run (which wasn't his first record breaking performance, Lewis has broken records at every level he's played at).You can follow Lewis on Twitter and Instagram.If you enjoy the episode please be sure to subscribe and leave a positive rating and review.Tweet at us @REDBLACKS and let us know what you think! You can also follow us on Instagram and like our Facebook Page.

This week on REDBLACKS Unfiltered we are joined by one of the top defensive lineman in the league and new member of the Ottawa REDBLACKS, Cleyon Laing.We discuss how Cleyon went from Edmonton down to Iowa State,  his multiple Grey Cups, his stint in the NFL with the Miami Dolphins and why he has come back to Ottawa on a three year deal.You can follow Cleyon on Twitter and Instagram.If you enjoy the episode please be sure to subscribe and leave a positive rating and review.Tweet at us @REDBLACKS and let us know what you think! You can also follow us on Instagram and like our Facebook Page.

This week on REDBLACKS Unfiltered we are joined by Avery Ellis and we discuss how he became a REDBLACK.Avery first got into football playing a Montclair High School, one of New Jersey's most prestigious football schools. Then we discuss why he committed to Temple on the spot when they offered him and how his time as a member of the Owls shaped him into the man and football player he is today. We wrap up our conversation discussing Avery's time in Ottawa both on and off the field. You can follow Avery on Twitter and Instagram.If you enjoy the episode please be sure to subscribe and leave a positive rating and review.Tweet at us @REDBLACKS and let us know what you think! You can also follow us on Instagram and like our Facebook Page.

This week on REDBLACKS Unfiltered we are joined by punter Richie Leone.We discuss Richie's journey from Atlanta to Ottawa, including stops back and forth between the CFL and NFL. You'll learn how Big met Rich and  the dynamic of the guys on special teams.We also talk about the stigma around being a kicker/punter and the mental side of the game.You can follow Richie on Twitter and Instagram.If you enjoy the episode please be sure to subscribe and leave a positive rating and review.Tweet at us @REDBLACKS and let us know what you think! You can also follow us on Instagram and like our Facebook Page.

On this week's episode of REDBLACKS Unfiltered we are joined by offensive lineman, Alex Mateas.In our conversation we discuss all of the different sports Alex played growing up including soccer and weightlifting. We then talk about his year at Penn State and why he ended up transferring to UCONN. He also gives a peak behind the current into what it was like going 1st overall in the CFL draft and the experience of his first season learning from vets like Jon Gott and Sir Vincent Rogers.We  also dive into Alex's life off the field, his involvement in the community, business ventures and new job as a commercial real estate agent.You can follow Alex on Twitter and Instagram.You can check out Alex's restaurant, Mongolian Village here.If you enjoy the episode please be sure to subscribe and leave a positive rating and review.Tweet at us @REDBLACKS and let us know what you think! You can also follow us on Instagram and like our Facebook Page.

This week on REDBLACKS Unfiltered we are joined by receiver Rj Harris.We discuss Rj's journey to the Ottawa REDBLACKS, how he persevered after being cut 5 different times, dealing with passport issues and being told he couldn't get back in to Canada during his first season with the REDBLACKS and more.  You can follow Rj on Instagram and Twitter.If you enjoy the episode please be sure to subscribe and leave a positive rating and review.Tweet at us @REDBLACKS and let us know what you think! You can also follow us on Instagram and like our Facebook Page.

This week on REDBLACKS Unfiltered we are joined by Sherrod Baltimore.We dive deep into Sherrod's story. From being raised in the DMV, getting evicted multiple times, becoming the man of the house at an early age and even being robbed at gun point at the age of 12 to getting recruited and going to play school at the University of Maine.After that we explore how Sherrod found his way to the Ottawa REDBLACKS while coaching at Maine after being under recruited. Sherrod's story is one of perseverance, hustle and never losing hope.You can follow Sherrod on Instagram and Twitter.If you enjoy the episode please be sure to subscribe and leave a positive rating and review.Tweet at us @REDBLACKS and let us know what you think! You can also follow us on Instagram and like our Facebook Page.

This week on REDBLACKS Unfiltered we are joined by Brendan Gillanders to discuss his football career from playing Peewee with the Cumberland Panthers, to USports with the Ottawa Gee-Gees and playing in the first Panda Game in the modern era to coming home and playing professional football with the Ottawa REDBLACKS.We also discuss Brendan's approach to fitness , recovery and nutrition (which does in fact, include pizza), his work in the community including coaching the first ever all girls high school football game  in Ottawa.You can follow Brendan on Instagram and TwitterIf you enjoy the episode please be sure to subscribe and leave a positive rating and review.Tweet at us @REDBLACKS and let us know what you think! You can also follow us on Instagram and like our Facebook Page.

This episode two of REDBLACKS Unfiltered JP Bolduc joins the show to talk about his CFL career, playing for a Laval, the work he does in the community, training in Thailand in the offseason and more!If you enjoy the episode please be sure to subscribe and leave a positive rating and review.Today's episode is brought to you by RHouse, an all new season seat membership. This section is a loud and rowdy section! RHouse is right on the goal line and we want you to cheer when we score and make noise to make life difficult for opposing teams. All members of RHouse will also receive free food at every game. Click here for more details.Be sure to follow JP on Instagram and TwitterTweet at us @REDBLACKS and let us know what you think! You can also follow us on Instagram and like our Facebook Page.Make sure you check out the two REDBLACKS fan podcasts, Mouchoir: A REDBLACKS Podcast and the Wood Cookie Saw Cast.

On the first official episode of REDBLACKS Unfiltered Jacob Kelly sits down with REDBLACKS quarterback, Nick Arbuckle to learn how he went from being an offensive lineman when he first strapped on the pads to being a starting quarterback in the CFL.If you enjoy the episode please be sure to subscribe and leave a positive rating and review.Today's episode is brought to you by RHouse, an all new season seat membership. This section is a loud and rowdy section! RHouse is right on the goal line and we want you to cheer when we score and make noise to make life difficult for opposing teams. All members of RHouse will also receive free food at every game. Click here for more details.Be sure to follow Nick on Instagram and Twitter and welcome him and his wife to the Nation's Capital.Tweet at us @REDBLACKS and let us know what you think! You can also follow us on Instagram and like our Facebook Page.

Welcome to REDBLACKS Unfiltered, the brand new podcast of your Ottawa REDBLACKS!  Subscribe to hear candid conversations with your favourite REDBLACKS players. Stay tuned for our first official episode dropping soon!