Every week, Jonathan Petridis (sports lover, Carleton University Alum, and 1993 National Free Throw Champion) and BJ Charles (sports lover, Carleton University Alum and an actual National Champion) will surprise each other with 3 sports-related topics. Join us every week for some laughs, fact-based and non-fact-based arguments, and most importantly some spontaneous and unscripted discussions on the great world of sports.
BJ Charles & Jonathan Petridis
On this episode, Jon, BJ and Akbar discuss Wimbledon's big move, Corey Seager getting the Barry Bonds treatment, World Cup rigging, Kyrie believing the Celtics fans are number 1, equal play for equal pay, Genie not wanting to stay in her bottle, Lebron tweeting for attention...again, and Eric Church did what? They also discuss which sporting event would cause them to miss their wedding, along with much much more!
On this episode, Jon and BJ return with a jammed-packed episode. Jon's choice of attire makes the highlight reel, they get into Brady's weekend of retirement, Watson's ridiculous money, how Rodgers loses his WR1, rapid-fire NFL QB moves, NFL craziness, Lebron's quest to be #1, Raps playoff chances, Mickelson's money mouth, a golf WWYD situation, Jays in the WS, classy athletes, and naturally, some randomness.
On this episode, BJ is joined by a former teammate, USport All-Canadian, National Champion, Constable Jafeth Maseruka. They discuss Athlete's Combating Racism and why he felt the need to make a change in his community, the OUA Anti-Racism Report, and the history of basketball at their Alma Mater St. Pats.
On this episode, Jon and BJ ask how 'bout them Cowboys, and discuss the mobility (or lack thereof) of Aaron Rodgers. With Djokovic gone another player has taken over the spotlight. Also, they chat about the media abusing players/coaches, the NFL playoffs, the mediocre Lakers, Ben Simmons being Ben Simmons, Bruce Arians getting a little too violent.
On this episode, Jon, BJ and Akbar couldn't avoid the Novak Djokovic debacle down under, then kick over to the NFL to chat about how uncool ties are, the Antonio Brown meltdown and much more.
On this episode, Jon comes out blazing with some rapid-fire questions for BJ. They discuss the suspension and fines for Brown, Rodgers and Lamb because they none of them make any sense, Tiger prepares for a part-time return, Lebron gives two fans the boot and a player the fist, the Koepka vs DeChambeau snooze fest (for a good cause), and they give a bday shout out to an old friend.
On this episode, Jon and BJ come out of the gate asking why there's such an obsession with Ted Lasso, the Canadian Men's Soccer team taking another massive step towards the World Cup, soccer fans are crazy but where do they rank? Weirdest stadium names, some actually make us hungry, is this finally the year for the Oilers? And of course a healthy dose of random tangents.
On this episode, Jon and BJ discuss the Rodgers vaccination debacle, the amazing seats that were left for Jordan Love's parents for his first start, Jokic and Morris exchanging cheap shots, Tony Corrente's Rob Blake-ish hit on the Bears LB Cassius Marsh and the terrible taunting penalty in the NFL, and much more.
On this episode, Jon and BJ are joined by their (super) producer (extraordinaire): Akbar. They discuss the Ben Simmons saga — which is going just as planned, Tkachuk's holdout paying off, the troubled marketing of ATP tennis, Canada's soccer phenom Alphonso Davies (finally making it on Unscripted much to Jon's dismay), and Kyrie still being stubborn.
On this episode, Jon and BJ visit all the extra's that come with playoff baseball which include douchiness, too much celebrating during the MLB playoffs, Emma Raducanu's rise and fall, the love hate relationship with fantasy football and BJ's legendary win last year, Jays coming up short, Kyrie vs Vaccine Mandates, Big Ben being awful, the Jon Gruden fiasco, JR Smith's collegiate career teeing off...well sort of, and plenty more!
On this episode, Jon and BJ are back with a jammed-packed episode. They discuss the Jay's slim playoff chances, Jon being wrong about the Buc's perfect season, recap the Ryder Cup, Ben Simmons, Belichick vs Brady, and much much more.
On this episode, Jon and BJ discuss the Canada USA hockey/soccer rivalry, Cam is canned — *insert surprised face*, Lakers predictions, Young Jays acting their age, dysfunctional US team at Ryder Cup, Canes and Habs are at it again, Tsitsipas' with a lengthy bathroom break, Ben Simmons the Raps don't want you, Djokovic flirting with all-time greatness.
On this episode, Jon and BJ discuss their favourite Kobe memory on 8/24 day, not so important Tebow and Bucs pre-season news, Drake and Kanye's beef that has lasted a century, KD and Draymond pushing blame (and not each other), malice at the palice, Osaka's realness on the big stage, King Henrik (?), and regular vs playoff season baseball.
On this episode, BJ is joined by former Olympian and the Head Coach of the Men's Basketball team at Laurentian University Shawn Swords. They discuss a few coaches who impacted his career, what happened at the qualifiers to Basketball Canada, the Steve Nash hate, Basketball brawls, KD/Draymond situation with the Warriors, how grateful he is to not be playing during the social media prominence, and if Canada can eventually top the Americans.
Jon and BJ reunite! They loved the Olympics but did anyone else? They try to understand the difference between nerves and anxiety, the possibility that the TB Bucs go 17-0, why Aaron Rodgers is still a Packer (told you BJ), why Shcroeder left the Lebrons I mean Lakers, annoying opponents and sportsmanship, and if we will ever see JR Smith on TV again.
On this episode, BJ is joined by retired CFL player Darren Joseph. They discuss the CFL approval for single game betting, the talent comparisons between NFL'ers and CFL'ers, what the Aaron Rodgers situation might look like from the locker room perspective and much much more.
On this episode Jon and BJ discuss why Ohtani doesn't get the attention he deserves, USA basketball is struggggggling in exhibition play and Joe Namath probably doesn't care, deciding soccer championships by PKs, the death threats against 3 Black English players, is Djoker the greatest of all time, Connor Mcgregor doing what Connor Mcgregor does, no fans at the Olympics, British Open conditions and picks.
On this episode Jon and BJ return with a jammed pack episode filled with many topics that included the Olympics, Jon's long list of hated athletes, The Office dinner party episode, Scottie Pippen's racist accusations, the NCAA paying student-athletes, shove-gate, Bryson vs Koepka round 27, sticky and unsticky baseballs, diving at Euro 2020 (really just by Italy), and much much more.
On this episode Jon and BJ are joined by Akbar from his closet....again. They discuss the Leafs playoff woes, Roland Garros vs Osaka, Koepka vs Dechambeau, how idiot fans deserve to handled accordingly and much more.
On this episode, Jon and BJ get the opportunity to sit down with both Sportsnet National Reporter Arash Madani and Carleton's Basketball of Operations Dave Smart! They discuss Dave's organization 'Athletes Combatting Racism', discuss the NBA playoffs and Play In Games, Finals predictions, the risks with giving young athletes a lot of $$$, discuss the Aaron Rodgers sweepstakes, and much more.
On this episode, Jon and BJ get to sit down with 2-time Olympian Artistic (Synchro) Swimmer Elise Marcotte. Prepare to feel lazy as their questions reveal how ridiculously hard it is to compete at the top. They discuss all things including preparation leading up to the Olympics, challenges some may encounter, gamesmanship, myths, and much more. Enjoy!
On this episode, Jon and BJ address the Olympic committee's ban on any form of social or political protest, why Tatis Jr is allowed to taunt Trevor Bauer for eternity, Draymond Green's need for attention, the flawed system of awarding defensive player of the year honours as well as more randomness.
On this episode, Jon and BJ somehow open with some garbage day stories, the minimum salary they would accept to play in the minors, their favourite teammates, golf course layout changes, the watered down North Division in the NHL, and other random tangents.
On this episode, Jon and Bj discuss Matsuyama's incredible Masters victory, dive into annoying golf experiences, should the heckling of Astros finally come to an end, are video games a sport, and Marcus Stroman rips the league again the only way he knows he knows how.
On this episode, Jon and BJ are joined by professional golfer and YouTuber Andrew Jensen. He dives into talking about playing unfazed, the different types of golf "personalities", how there are far more challenges than we see as spectators, and his thoughts on a potential comeback. We end off with his Masters picks.
On this episode, Jon and BJ set the record straight on women's sports. Then tackle the super-team trend, Patrick not being a good Lainemate, and NFLPA where are you? Also they breakdown Russell Westbrook's record achievements.
On this episode, After clearing the air from topics last week, Jon and BJ ask if March madness upsets are really upsets or just deceptive seeding. They then debate on whether NCAA athletes should be getting $$, if the NBA 3-pt line is too close, how the NCAA forgot to take care of the women's teams, and Jon insists on going back to the f*cking kicker debate.
On this episode, Jon and BJ heat up with the FG kicker debate, Medical March Madness, and discuss if Super Teams are super boring. Also, Marc Methot's bold statement, what's your favourite 9th team jersey?, Drew "Breezes" past his Superbowl opportunities, (insert technical difficulties), Federer is not back, JT wins PGA Championship?
On this episode, Jon and BJ acknowledge Federer's comeback, discuss the need for hockey enforcers, the real MJ personae, Draymond's comment on NBA double standards, Dak gets paid (a lot), franchise QBs or Russian roulette, and is FG kicking really that hard?
On this episode, Jon and BJ give the sport of racing some love — kinda... They ride the QB carousel, praise athletes who speak out, discuss how to make GOATs, the healthy scratch approach, and contracts that make no sense.
On this episode, producer Akbar joins Jon & BJ to settle the top sports movie debate once and for all, (spoiler: Goon goes back where it belongs). KG claims something is NOT possible, social media or $$, 50 goals in 56 games, Space Jam 2, can you smell what the Rock is still cooking, and who wins in the end Covid or tennis?
On this episode, our "humble" producer Akbar finally shows up and comes in hot. Jonathan, BJ and Akbar discuss the NBA All-Star Weekend, the Djokovic show, is GOON a top 5 sports movie? Galchenyk living out of his suitcase, should the anthem be dropped before games? And Big Papi doesn't like Big Papas.
Arash sticks around to chat on our topics including Trevor Bauer's humility, best boys trip town, the Super spreader Bowl, top 10 black athletes, greatest sports rivalries, and a speed round to finish it off.
On this episode, Jon and BJ are joined by national reporter Arash Madani who doesn't hesitate to go right at Dave Smart with a challenge. He is also asked about his love for Kirk Cousins, coach Torture-ella, the Jays' sharp moves, and what he misses about the travelling reporter scene.
Dave Smart simply didn't want to leave our show. He sticks around to join us for our topics including what it's like coaching NBA players, how the Brooklyn Nets look scary on both sides of the ball — and not in a good way, super bowl picks are unveiled, and Dave finally calls it a night so we can go to sleep.
On this episode, Jon and BJ are joined by the decorated and hilarious Dave Smart. We get a glimpse into how he really feels about us, his ability to tailor his coaching as needed, coaching vs watching from the outside in his new role, his experience working with the Sens, and the difference between coaching basketball and hockey players.
On episode 3, Jon and BJ discuss Stafford leaving the Motor City, hoping to never golf with Patrick Reed, Caps being inspired by Cobra Kai, retirement flip-flopping, Lowry vs Gordon Rd 2 and hockey goons — love em or hate em?
On episode 2, Jon and BJ pretend to be Aaron Rodgers, decide if Bonds and Clemens should be in the HOF, eye roll at the tennis players in quarantine down under, address Justin Thomas' punishment, discuss the Miami Heat COVID sniffing dogs, and ask if Shaq's interview method is getting tiring.
On episode 1, Jon and BJ discuss the NFL conference championships, the blockbuster trade between the Jets and Blue Jackets, the Lions and Matthew Stafford decide to part ways, will the Habs go 54-0-2? And Draymond Green's love for technicals but was it actually his fault this time around?