An in-depth look at The Brandon Wheat Kings and the WHL.
This week Falko and Rob are joined by NHL Legends Bryan Trottier and Bernie Nicholls! The guys were in town to announce a NHL Legends game in the Wheat City and were kind enough to join us in the BWK studio for an interview!
Falko and Rob sit down with goaltender Ethan Eskit on this week's pod! Also, 2 pieces of secret info is dropped!
Falko and Rob are joined by Caleb Hadland on this weeks pod! Also, there was some small news in the CHL/NCAA hockey world that broke just minutes before recording - and initial thoughts are discussed.
Falko and Rob are joined by Nolan Flamand on this weeks pod! Hear about the "G" Dance, playing on Saskatoon's ODR's, Boxing lessons and more...
This weeks pod features someone behind the bench that brings an interesting look at the team these days. Zach Hartwick, Athletic Therapist stops by to chat + Rob and Falko talk BWK Debuts, 1st goals/pts, Central Scouting list, and a weekend double header upcoming including Willie's Birthday!
The 53rd Captain in BWK/WHL History visits the Pod this week! Join Falko, Rob and Quinn Mantei to discuss the start of season and the excitement for what's ahead!
Falko and Rob discuss the WHL preseason for the Brandon Wheat Kings, correct some mis-pronounced names, play some games and get set for the Home Opener!
Training Camp, WHL Pre-Season, Community events - it's all happening! Falko and Rob get the pod fired back up for the season and chat with Chris Moulton, Director of Hockey Operations!
Brandon Wheat Kings Owner and Governor, Jared Jacobson, Chair of the Memorial Cup Bid committee, Jason Roblin, and Wheat Kings G.M and Head Coach, Marty Murray join Falko and Rob to chat about what has been done so far in preparation and what fans should know about what's next for the bidding process!
Falko and Rob welcome the newest member of your Wheat Kings, Marcus Nguyen to the podcast! Get to know 'Marv' a little better before he makes his way to the Wheat City for camp later this summer.
This week on the Weekly Harvest, Falko and Rob talk with BWK General Manager and Head Coach, Marty Murray about the recent drafts as well as summer plans.
On this weeks pod, Falko and Rob chat with Director of Hockey Operations, Chris Moulton and his breakdown of the Brandon Wheat Kings picks in the 2024 WHL Prospects Draft.
Join Falko and Rob as they discuss the end of the 23-24 season for the BWK and whats next.
Oh hey, it's been a few weeks. Things were busy but we are back with a great convo with BWK GM and Head Coach, Marty Murray, on the eve of the playoffs! Thanks for listening to the Weekly Harvest.
Falko and Rob are joined by BWK D-man, Jackson DeSouza! Also, they talk about Next Gen night, a busy 3 in 3 weekend and look ahead to the final 8 games of the regular season.
This ones for Johnny... Falko and Rob are joined by the 2 newest BWK, Nick Johnson and Rhett Ravndahl!
In this weeks special edition of the Weekly Harvest, Falko and Rob chat with BWK GM and Head Coach Marty Murray about the trade deadline deals.
Episode 70 brings on a fan favourite across 2 WHL fanbases and one entire town - It's Carrot Rivers, Jayden Wiens! Jayden joins Falko and Rob to discuss his move to the Wheat City, his time in Saskatoon with the Blades and his brief stint with the Carrot River Outback Thunder!
In the nice episode of the Weekly Harvest, Falko and Rob talk about the 6 game win streak, Teddy Toss fun and catch up with Matteo Michels! The first Texan to suit up for the Wheat Kings, hear about Matteos journey to the Wheat City.
Falko and Rob talk about the Wheat City Walleye, a very busy December schedule and are joined by Detroit Red Wings prospect, BWK Captain and recent Team Canada world junior camp invitee Nate Danielson!
Falko and Rob chat with Brett Hyland this week! Discuss him hitting the 150th WHL game mark, 100 WHL points and that goal song choice of his...
Falko and Rob drop the figurative gloves with Matt Henry in Hank the Tanks first ever podcast appearance!
Falko and Rob are joined by Wheat Kings starting goalie and Philadelphia Flyers prospect Carson Bjarnason!
Perry joins us for the full podcast!
Falko and Rob chat on a very busy week after Homeopener weekend and a Wednesday game - and on the verge of a game in Moose Jaw followed by a game back in Brandon against Swift Current! We talk the games so far, players who have impressed, details for upcoming games and more. Get all caught up with this edition of The Weekly Harvest!
Falko and Rob are joined by the Brandon Wheat Kings Owner and Governor, Jared Jacobson and the Keystone Centre's Connie Lawrence to discuss the new lease agreement that will keep the Keystone as the home of the Wheat Kings for the next decade!
This week on the Weekly Harvest, Falko and Rob are joined with BWK Assistant Coach, Del Pedrick! A good ol' Melita boy that grew up watching the Wheat King legends of old and eventually found his way to the Wheat Kings organization himself. Pre-season game chat, players that have stood out, community events starting and we tease next weeks podcast...
Falko and Rob catch up with BWK Alumni and current hockey staff Mark 'Billy' Derlago and Scott 'Scooter' Hlady on the eve of the pre-season! The boys chat about the way things were, the way things are and what their level of excitement for this season is.
Falko and Rob talk with Wheat Kings goalie and Flyers prospect Carson Bjarnason and Director of Hockey Operations Chris Moulton on the eve of training camp! The boys do their best to update you on names to watch this weekend as a talented crop of hopefuls look to make an impression on the scouting and hockey staff.
Chris Falko returns with a new co-host, the new radio voice of the Wheat Kings, Rob Mahon! Falko and Rob chat with Wheat Kings General Manager and Head Coach Marty Murray about his first year back with the BWK and talk through the deep prospect pool as we enter camp next week! Also we are just making sure everything works... good to be back!
In the final episode of the season, Crowe and Falko put a bow on the 2021 season, pay tribute to long-time Wheat Kings staffer Rick Dillabough as he is set to retire, place bets on the NHL playoffs and discuss important summer dates in the CHL.
Crowe and Falko visit with former Wheat King and current member of the LA Kings organization, Kale Clague. The trio talk about life on the West Coast, playing in empty arenas and making his NHL debut with family and friends in the building. Plus, Crowe and Falko break down the first trade made by new BWK General Manager Doug Gasper.
Crowe and Falko visit with former Wheat King and current Henderson Silver Knights goaltender Jiri Patera. The trio talk about the transition to pro hockey, life in Sin City, and Jiri's terrible golf swing. Also... the boys dive into some funny tales about learning to speak English and having a 48-year-old emergency backup!
Crowe and Falko visit with BWK Head Coach Don MacGillivray to talk about the 2021 shortened season. The guys talk about living in the dorms with the players, the playoff-like atmosphere, the uniqueness of it all, and adjusting back to normal life.
Crowe and Falko break down the Wheat Kings 2021 East Division Pennant win, the inaugural Subway Cup, and life inside the bubble as the season comes to a close. Plus, Crowe visits with best-selling author & Humboldt Bronco alumnus Kaleb Dahlgren to discuss his new book, his health, recovery, and life after hockey.
Crowe and Falko visit with former Wheat King Ryan Stone. The guys talk about the great Wheat Kings teams of the 2000s, playing in Pittsburgh with Whit and Biz from Spittin' Chiclets and life after hockey in Alberta.
Crowe and Falko visit with former Wheat King Luka Burzan as he begins his pro hockey career with the Colorado Eagles. The boys talk about the off-season training regimen that was dictated by COVID-19, transitioning to pro hockey from junior, and how Luka managed to play some of his best junior hockey vs the Moose Jaw Warriors.
Crowe and Falko celebrate episode #50 with a visit from Vegas Golden Knights General Manager Kelly McCrimmon. The trio discusses the NHL trade deadline, life after the sale of the hockey club, and welcoming fans back to "The Fortress.". Plus, Crowe and Falko break down Brandon's seven-game winning streak and tee up a busy week inside the Subway East Division Hub.
Crowe and Falko visit with actor Matt Doherty, who played "Averman" in the Mighty Ducks trilogy. The boys talk about the making of the film, the impact it had on the hockey world, and share a few laughs about some of their favourite moments from the movies. Also, Crowe and Falko breakdown the Wheat Kings play as we reach the quarter mark of the season.
Crowe and Falko visit with long-time broadcaster of the Seattle Thunderbirds Thom Buening. The trio discusses the US Division's return to play protocols, mass vaccinations, life in the USA during a pandemic and the excitement of the NHL's return to the Pacific Northwest.
Crowe and Falko visit with former Wheat King and current ECHL scoring leader Tyler Coulter. The trio discusses life in the USA during the pandemic, playing pro hockey with Peter Quenneville, winning a championship in Sweden, and recovering from COVID-19.
Crowe and Falko bring Brandon Sun Sports Reporter Perry Bergson back into the fold for his 3rd appearance on the podcast. The trio set the stage for the WHL's 24-game season and take a look back at some of the memorable moments from the last calendar year.
Crowe and Falko sit down with BWK General Manager Darren Ritchie to discuss the roster ahead of the 24-game shortened season. As we get closer to puck drop, the guys discuss everything from imports to overage players and more. This is a CAN'T miss episode as we get set for Hub City Hockey.
Crowe and Falko visit with former Wheat Kings netminder Jomar Cruz. The trio talk about life in the north, being a part of a pair of classic WHL goalie fights and being the first Filipino to be drafted to the NHL.
Crowe and Falko sit down with professional crowd ignitor Cameron Hughes and look back at his 26-year career as a professional sports fan. Also, Hughes describes his new book and dealing with a lack of work during the pandemic.
Description: Crowe and Falko break down the news of the day as the WHL's East Division gets a Hub City in Regina! The boys talk about how it looks, what all goes into the upcoming schedule, and get comments from League Commissioner Ron Robison.
Crowe and Falko visit with NHL Legend and former Wheat King Ron Hextall. The fellas take a trip down memory lane, look at the development of Ivan Provorov and talk about stopping slap-shots from Al MacInnis.
Crowe and Falko sit down with the Wheat King Assistant Coaches, Mark Derlago, Todd Miller and Dan Johnston this week. The guys talk about getting prepared for the unknown, coaching with no fans in the building and trying to build off last season's momentum.
Crowe and Falko visit with Wheat Kings Equipment Manager Scott Hlady. Scooter takes the boys on a trip down memory lane and talks about growing up in Brandon, the journey through the WHL, and playing both professional baseball and hockey.
Crowe and Falko talk about the start of the NHL season and the amount of BWK alumni on opening night rosters. New York Rangers prospect Braden Schneider stops by to talk about the World Juniors and transitioning to the AHL life in Hartford.
Crowe and Falko visit with Sportsnet's Sam Cosentino. The trio discusses the 2021 World Juniors, the WHL's return to play plan and how the longtime broadcaster has navigated through the COVID-19 pandemic.