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Best podcasts about christian aumell

Latest podcast episodes about christian aumell

The Start
About Last Night...

The Start

Play Episode Listen Later May 5, 2025 72:30


GO JETS GO!!!! (0:40); SOUNDS OF THE GAME! (8:25); What was your experience with last night's game?? (18:10); The Biggest Win of the Year... so far... AGAIN! The Biggest Goal in 2.0 era...who are we kidding... in NHL Jets History - CJOB Sports Show host Christian Aumell (23:30); Trump: U.S. Probably not invading Canada. Film Tariff. Oil Prices (35:20); Historic victory for the Jets, now here comes Dallas - Leah Hextall (43:00); Last night's game experiences from listeners (55:15); Winning entry on last night's game experience (1:03:15).

The Start
You're No Fun!

The Start

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 22, 2025 72:18


WAKE UP! - GO JETS GO / the pope (1:40); SOUNDS OF THE GAME! (8:05); Times someone else's fun got in the way of our fun! Sarah went to her first Whiteout Party, but the giant hats made it tough to see (17:50); Canada election 2025: Liberals cling to narrowing polling lead / Poilievre yet to release full Conservative platform / Marty Morantz signs hit with graffiti, possibly antisemitic (24:40); Jets talk with the CJOB Sports Show's Christian Aumell (31:55); Earth Day - Research team including some from the U of M are working to extract a 600 metre ice core from northern Canada (43:35); Winning entries on someone else's fun getting in your way (51:00); Manitoban who winters in the U.S. back from Florida... and is selling! (55:05).

CJOB Sports Show with Christian Aumell
Previewing Jets vs Stars

CJOB Sports Show with Christian Aumell

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 10, 2025 27:49


On today's episode, Christian Aumell chats with Jamie Thomas about what could be the biggest game for of the Winnipeg Jets season. We'll also hear from Golf Manitoba Executive Director Jared Ladobruk on The Masters.

CJOB Sports Show with Christian Aumell
Bears. Bisons. Battlestar Galactica.

CJOB Sports Show with Christian Aumell

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 14, 2025 22:34


On today's episode, Christian Aumell chats with Manitoba Bisons Women's Volleyball libero Julia Arnold on Nationals starting at the U of M. He also learns why new Winnipeg Sea Bear Tevian Jones decided Winnipeg was the place to be.

CJOB Sports Show with Christian Aumell
Lions, Briers, and (Sea) Bears

CJOB Sports Show with Christian Aumell

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 13, 2025 28:41


In today's episode, Christian Aumell chats with Winnipeg Sea Bears guard Alex Campbell following his re-signing with the club. We also hear from Manitoba Curler Matt Dunstone on coming oh-so-close for a second time at the Brier.

CJOB Sports Show with Christian Aumell

Today, Christian Aumell chats with Curling podcaster John Cullen on the Brier beginning tonight. He also hears from North Winnipeg Nomads Football Club president Stacey Keown on receiving a $25,000 donation from NFL Canada.

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CJOB Sports Show with Christian Aumell
2025 Bomber Winter Special

CJOB Sports Show with Christian Aumell

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 26, 2025 85:35


Join your voice of the Bombers Derek Taylor, and CJOB Sports Show host Christian Aumell for the 2025 Bomber Winter Special. Their guests include: DB Jamal Parker WR Dillon Mitchell QB Zach Collaros LB Tony Jones DL James Vaughters OL Gabe Wallace New Offensive Coordinator Jason Hogan

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Jets @ Noon
Do the Jets need more from their second line?

Jets @ Noon

Play Episode Listen Later Nov 28, 2024 38:26


Has the crazy schedule put the Jets on their heels? Does the team need more from it's second line? CJOB's Christian Aumell joins! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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CJOB Sports Show with Christian Aumell
Grey Cup Recap & Week 11 NFL

CJOB Sports Show with Christian Aumell

Play Episode Listen Later Nov 19, 2024 24:50


Christian Aumell's Grey Cup recap, thoughts on what went wrong for the Blue Bombers. Plus, Week 11 NFL Thoughts.

CJOB Sports Show with Christian Aumell
World Series & Jets Previews

CJOB Sports Show with Christian Aumell

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 26, 2024 24:19


Jamie Bettens joins the CJOB Sports Show with Christian Aumell to preview the Yankees-Dodgers World Series! Sportsnet 960's Pat Steinberg tees up the Flames-Jets Saturday night matchup.

CJOB Sports Show with Christian Aumell
1st Pro Game & a Silver for MB!

CJOB Sports Show with Christian Aumell

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 17, 2024 22:38


Christian Aumell welcomes in Domenic DiVincentiis, Manitoba Moose goaltender, who played his 1st professional game this week in Des Moines with his Dad in attendance! Plus, a U17 soccer team from Manitoba comes home with a Silver Medal after losing in penalties in the National Title Game, Nano Romero joins to discuss.

CJOB Sports Show with Christian Aumell
Introducing the Trust-o-Meter!

CJOB Sports Show with Christian Aumell

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 8, 2024 21:54


On this episode of The Sports Show Podcast with Christian Aumell, he runs through the Week 18 CFL recap. After that, a Week 5 NFL recap, with a bit of a twist.

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Ticats Audio Network
Tiger-Cats Pregame - Week 18 vs WPG - Speaking with the Enemy

Ticats Audio Network

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 4, 2024 9:31


Host Bubba O'Neil and Mike Daly catch up with Christian Aumell, Sideline Reporter for the Blue Bombers to give his thoughts on tonight's game against Winnipeg at Tim Hortons FieldTune in to all the action every game day at www.ticats.ca/listenFAN APPRECIATION NIGHTFriday October 18th7:00 kickoffTim Hortons FieldLots of great prizesTICKETS: https://www.ticketmaster.ca/hamilton-tigercats-vs-calgary-stampeders-hamilton-ontario-10-18-2024/event/100060A7E76E309B Vote your favourite Tiger-Cats to the ALL CFL Team, and you could win $4000!Go to https://gamezone.cfl.ca/allcf for details and to make your votes count!!Oskee Wee WeeThe Ticats Audio Network provides Hamilton Tiger-Cats fans with the most comprehensive, entertaining and informative news and information about their favourite football team. Featuring Steve Milton, RJ Broadhead, Luke Tasker, Mike Daly, Bubba O'Neil, Courtney Stephen, Simoni Lawrence, Mike Morreale, Rob Hitchcock, Brian Simmons, Louie Butko, Ticats players, coaches and front office personnel, other Canadian Football League experts and many more. Regular shows include Ticats Today, Ticats This Week, Tiger-Cats Game Day, Tiger-Cats Pregame, Tiger-Cats At The Half, Tiger-Cats Postgame, Speaking With The Enemy, Morreale & Hitch, CFL This Week, and so much more. Ticats Audio Network content can be found on the Tiger-Cats YouTube channel, Spotify, Apple Podcasts, at listen.ticats.ca and anywhere else you find podcasts. Please follow, like, leave a review wherever you find our content, and follow the Hamilton Tiger-Cats social media channels to keep up to date with all Ticats Audio Network content.Twitter: @TicatsInsta: @hamiltontigercatsTikTok: @hamiltonticatsFacebook: cfltigercatsYouTube: ticatstvchannel

Jets @ Noon
How many preseason game should each player play?

Jets @ Noon

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 17, 2024 37:31


How many games should a lot of the players expect to play this preseason? The guys discuss. As well, CJOB's Christian Aumell is asked how long we could wait for Perfetti's upcoming contract. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ticats Audio Network
Playoff Race - CFL This Week - September 10th, 2024

Ticats Audio Network

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 10, 2024 52:19


 In this episode of CFL This Week, host Bubba O'Neil is joined by CJOB's Christian Aumell, Taylor Shire of Regina Leader-Post, and Rod Mawhood of Niagara Sports Report for a deep dive into the latest CFL action as Week 15 kicks off. The panel discusses various topics including Chad Kelly's struggles with the Toronto Argonauts, the playoff race in the West division, and the quarterback situations in Calgary and Edmonton. They also touch on the importance of having two quarterbacks and the potential impact of Tre Ford starting for the Edmonton Elks. In this conversation, the hosts discuss various topics related to the CFL, including the quarterback situation in Edmonton, the importance of having a strong franchise in Edmonton, the race for Coach of the Year, the scheduling of games, the significance of games being broadcast on CTV, and the upcoming games for the week.TakeawaysChad Kelly's slow start back with the Toronto Argonauts is a cause for concern, but the team can afford to be patient given their position in the standings.The Calgary Stampeders are struggling this season and may need to consider making changes at the quarterback position.The Edmonton Elks have found success with McLeod Bethel-Thompson, but Tre Ford may give them a better chance to win.Having two quarterbacks with different skill sets can be beneficial for a team's success.The playoff race in the West division is wide open, with the Saskatchewan Roughriders having a chance to turn their season around.The bye week comes at a good time for the Roughriders to regroup and make a push for the playoffs.The Edmonton franchise needs to be healthy and successful for the overall health of the CFLThe race for Coach of the Year is between Jason Maas, Bob Dyce, and Mike O'SheaThe scheduling of games should aim for a balance between number of games and viewer interestBroadcasting games on CTV increases the visibility and accessibility of the CFLThe most intriguing game of the weekChapters00:00 - Chad Kelly's Struggles and the Argonauts' Patience11:28 - The Quarterback Situation in Calgary13:20 - The Quarterback Situation in Edmonton15:11 - The Importance of Having Two Quarterbacks17:17 - The Wide Open Playoff Race in the West Division23:26 - The Roughriders' Chance to Turn Their Season Around28:37 - The Importance of a Strong Quarterback Succession Plan29:36 - The Need for a Strong Edmonton Franchise32:21 - The Race for Coach of the YearSee the Ticats take-on the Ottawa REDBLACKS. Saturday September 14th. Gates open at 1:30pm.For tickets: go to ticats.ca/tickets or call 905-547-CATS (905-547-2287)The Ticats Audio Network provides Hamilton Tiger-Cats fans with the most comprehensive, entertaining and informative news and information about their favourite football team. Featuring Steve Milton, RJ Broadhead, Luke Tasker, Mike Daly, Bubba O'Neil, Courtney Stephen, Simoni Lawrence, Mike Morreale, Rob Hitchcock, Brian Simmons, Louie Butko, Ticats players, coaches and front office personnel, other Canadian Football League experts and many more. Regular shows include Ticats Today, Ticats This Week, Tiger-Cats Game Day, Tiger-Cats Pregame, Tiger-Cats At The Half, Tiger-Cats Postgame, Speaking With The Enemy, Morreale & Hitch, CFL This Week, and so much more. Ticats Audio Network content can be found on the Tiger-Cats YouTube channel, Spotify, Apple Podcasts, at listen.ticats.ca and anywhere else you find podcasts. Please follow, like, leave a review wherever you find our content, and follow the Hamilton Tiger-Cats social media channels to keep up to date with all Ticats Audio Network content.Twitter: @TicatsInsta: @hamiltontigercatsTikTok: @hamiltonticatsFacebook: cfltigercatsYouTube: ticatstvchannel

Jets @ Noon
Are offer sheets wrong?

Jets @ Noon

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 13, 2024 37:32


Are the offer sheets the work of scum and villainy? Also, with veterans moving on, can the Winnipeg Jets depth survive injuries? CJOB's Christian Aumell joins to discuss.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

CJOB Sports Show with Christian Aumell
Looking Ahead at the Bombers

CJOB Sports Show with Christian Aumell

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 27, 2024 17:10


Christian Aumell is joined by Derek Taylor to chat about the upcoming Blue Bombers game where they take on the Toronto Argonauts.

The Start
Ham Time!

The Start

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 24, 2024 49:40


06:07 WAKE UP! (0:30); Having Coffee Talking...   Your High School Grad Stories (6:30); Cool and Wet to Start the Summer... Should We Be Grateful  David Phillips EC (11:40); WHERE ARE THE LINES ON THE ROADS??? (17:30); SPORTS!   Christian Aumell (25:25); Porch Pirates/Ham Radio (35:40). 

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CJOB Sports Show with Christian Aumell
Sports Talk with Kelly Moore

CJOB Sports Show with Christian Aumell

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 15, 2024 41:42


Kelly Moore is in for Christian Aumell as he talks to Derek Taylor on the bombers most recent loss to Ottawa, catches up with BC Lions Play by Play Voice, Bob Marjonavich, sees how the Florida Panthers are holding up with their Play by Play voice Doug Plagens, and a story with Scott Cadman about an upcoming event to honour the memory of his son Kirk Cadman.

Target Score Weekly
S2E10 Season Preview w/ Christian Aumell & Dave Larkins

Target Score Weekly

Play Episode Listen Later May 22, 2024 69:27


Joey and Taylor are joined by Sea Bears play-by-play announcer Christian Aumell and Dave Larkins from the University of Winnipeg Wesmen athletics for a roundtable discussion on the Sea Bears upcoming CBEL Season.

The Start
1-2-3-4-5

The Start

Play Episode Listen Later May 6, 2024 72:48


Nice weekend for DETHATCHING! (1:40); United Kingdom bans easy to guess passwords in cyber-attack crackdown (8:45); $12K to change your eye colour -- What's a change you made you regretted? Or enjoyed? (16:15); Technology journalist Carmi Levy on UK banning generic passwords (23:55); Small businesses guarding against ‘catastrophic' cyber threats (31:20); Monthly visit with Mayor Scott Gillingham - Osborne violence concerns / Spring cleanup / garage & permits snafu (41:45); Winning story on changes we liked or changes we regretted (54:20); Monday sports chat with CJOB's Christian Aumell (59:05).

CJOB Sports Show with Christian Aumell
Kenny Ploen: A Legacy

CJOB Sports Show with Christian Aumell

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 14, 2024 25:14


680 CJOB's Christian Aumell talks to Bob Irving about the great Kenny Ploen's passing, and Sam Vint, Director of The Ploen Way Documentary joins to talk about the amazing life of one of the most (if not the most) complete Blue Bomber in history.

CJOB Sports Show with Christian Aumell
CFL Free Agency Frenzy

CJOB Sports Show with Christian Aumell

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 13, 2024 24:49


680 CJOB's Christian Aumell talks with Shayne Gauthier on his re-signing with the Bombers on a one year deal, and John Hodge comes on to talk free agency. Give it a listen!

CJOB Sports Show with Christian Aumell

680 CJOB's Christian Aumell talks with Ken Wiebe of the Winnipeg Free Press about the Jets struggles, and Brandon Alexander re-signs with the Blue Bombers! Give it a listen!

CJOB Sports Show with Christian Aumell
The Return of the Jets

CJOB Sports Show with Christian Aumell

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 6, 2024 28:39


680 CJOB's Christian Aumell talks with CJOB Sports Director Kelly Moore about the return of Jets hockey, and Reid Carruthers talks about the Viterra Championship on the way to the Brier! Give it a listen!

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CJOB Sports Show with Christian Aumell

680 CJOB's Christian Aumell talks with Blue Bombers tackle Jake Thomas on returning to the chilly city for his 12th season, and Scott Billeck joins him to talk the Sean Monahan trade. Give it a listen!

CJOB Sports Show with Christian Aumell
The Duckworth Challenge

CJOB Sports Show with Christian Aumell

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 1, 2024 25:47


680 CJOB's Christian Aumell talks with Bisons guard Mason Kraus ahead of the Duckworth Challenge against the Wesmen, and Ed Tait talks Streveler returning for a year as a Blue Bomber, Free Agency, and being a sports dad. Give it a listen!

CJOB Sports Show with Christian Aumell
Free Agency for Winnipeg

CJOB Sports Show with Christian Aumell

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 24, 2024 26:03


680 CJOB's Christian Aumell talks with Sea Bears coach Mike Taylor

CJOB Sports Show with Christian Aumell

680 CJOB's Christian Aumell talks with ECHL hall of famer Scott Burfoot, and Skylar Peters walks us through his weekend divisional NFL picks. Give it a listen!

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CJOB Sports Show with Christian Aumell

680 CJOB's Christian Aumell talks Goldeyes baseball with left-handed pitcher for the fish Travis Seabrooke, and CJOB's own Toronto Raptors superfan Kyle Milroy sat down with Christian to talk Pascal Siakam leaving the Raptors. Give it a listen!

The Jim Toth Show
Nick Thompson

The Jim Toth Show

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 3, 2024 11:05


Nick Thompson joins "The Jim Toth Show" with Christian Aumell filling to chat about a very interesting story that involves, boxing, corruption and murder. Link to the article below: https://www.vice.com/en/article/m7b3mn/tim-anderson-rick-parker-poison-bribes-murder-heavyweight-boxing

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CJOB Sports Show with Christian Aumell
The Bombers Are Quiet

CJOB Sports Show with Christian Aumell

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 13, 2023 14:59


680 CJOB's Christian Aumell talks with John Hodge of 3 Down Nation about the radio silence from the Blue Bombers on their player signings and additions in this shortened edition of the Sports Show podcast! Give it a listen!

CJOB Sports Show with Christian Aumell
Wesmen Classic Preview

CJOB Sports Show with Christian Aumell

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 12, 2023 24:16


680 CJOB's Christian Aumell talks to Dave Crook to talk about the Wesmen Classic, and Adam Wedlake of Basketball Manitoba on this episode of the sports show podcast! Give it a listen!

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CJOB Sports Show with Christian Aumell

680 CJOB's Christian Aumell talks to Jamie Bettens about Shohei Ohtani's possible signing with Toronto, and Skylar Peters gives his picks for week 14 for the NFL. Give it a listen!

CJOB Sports Show with Christian Aumell

680 CJOB's Christian Aumell recaps the CFL Division semifinals, and talks to Marissa Naylor, the multisport athlete who took home bronze at the IBF World Championships.

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CJOB Sports Show with Christian Aumell
It's All Football Folks

CJOB Sports Show with Christian Aumell

Play Episode Listen Later Nov 4, 2023 25:22


680 CJOB's Christian Aumell talks with Bisons football Head coach Brian Dobie on their playoff game against UBC, and John Hodge of 3DownNation previewing the CFL division semifinals and year-end awards.

CJOB Sports Show with Christian Aumell

680 CJOB's Christian Aumell talks with 2nd overall PWHL draft pick Jocelyne Larocque on her move to Toronto and what's in store, and Mitchell Clinton on his new gig and some of the looks from training camp!

CJOB Sports Show with Christian Aumell

680 CJOB's Christian Aumell talks to Jamie Thomas about the Winnipeg Jets performance at the Young Stars Tournament, and recaps a chaotic week in the CFL!

CJOB Sports Show with Christian Aumell
Hall of Fame Filled Week!

CJOB Sports Show with Christian Aumell

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 16, 2023 31:05


680 CJOB's Kelly Moore fills in for Christian Aumell as he speaks to former Olympic Swimmer and Manitoba Sports Hall of Famer Kelly Stefanyshyn, Team Canada Bowler Mitch Hupe, and WHSFL Commisioner Jeffrey Bannon!

CJOB Sports Show with Christian Aumell
Important Weekend for Winnipeg

CJOB Sports Show with Christian Aumell

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 15, 2023 24:49


680 CJOB's Christian Aumell talks to Ed Tait about the upcoming Bombers game, and Philip Dos Santos on the last 5 crucial games for Valour FC.

CJOB Sports Show with Christian Aumell

680 CJOB's Christian Aumell talks to Rick Zamperin of sister station 900 CHML and Jamie Thomas, Jets Radio Personality about the Bombers vs Ticats and the Young Stars Classic coming up!

CJOB Sports Show with Christian Aumell

Christian Aumell talks with Doug Brown and Riders beat reporter Britton Gray about the upcoming Labour Day Classic!

CJOB Sports Show with Christian Aumell
Something We Haven't Seen Before

CJOB Sports Show with Christian Aumell

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 24, 2023 23:40


CJOB's Christian Aumell talks with Olympian Janine Stephens on this weekend's coastal rowing event in Gimli, the first of it's kind, and U of M Bisons men's basketball head coach Kirby Schepp on the FIBA world cup, Simon Hildebrandt, and the upcoming season.

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The Start
That's a Beatdown!

The Start

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 4, 2023 80:21


Bombers beatdown the BC Lions 50-14. We talk about our worst beat downs in games and sports. MPI tells us Manitoba's top 5 speed hot spots. We see what's new at the movies with The Couch Potatoes. Folklorama starts Sunday. We have our Friday Gab with Gabby segment. Christian Aumell pops by to review the Bomber game and tee up the Sea Bears.

The Start
Maps

The Start

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 21, 2023 58:00


Show Intro (0:30); Talking about the times we got lost, or sent someone down the wrong path (7::25); Let your kids make some choices! Happy Hour! Yes Day! Are these good ideas? (13:50); Sports round-up with Christian Aumell (22:30); Breaking Format with Clay Young (35:25); World Brain Day, with Larry Gifford (44:10).

The Start
(Literal) Water Cooler Talk

The Start

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 7, 2023 69:23


Downtown safety plan & reaction (1:40); We can't have nice things: We got a new water cooler at work, two days later someone broke it (9:05); Saving downtown... Brandon (16:30); We can't have nice things (24:20); Ride-along with emergency workers, which included homes getting hit by lightning! (26:25); Teeing up tonight's Bomber game with Christian Aumell (33:55); Gab with Gabby SHE BROKE THE WATER COOLER!! (44:30); Winning story on not being able to have nice things (52:20); Need some day trip ideas? Well there's a show for that! Day Trippers TV show coming soon (55:40). 

CJOB Sports Show with Christian Aumell

On today's episode of "The Sport Show with Christian Aumell". Why 00 is important to Winnipeg Blue Bomber, Les Mauro, as he chats with Derek Taylor. Later on, Christian is joined by Blair Neal to talk about the Golf Manitoba match play championship.

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The Start
Driving Miss/Oopsy

The Start

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 25, 2023 64:20


Show Intro (0:30); Driving Oopsies! (7:45); Are your kids shots up to date? Numbers show fewer Canadians believe in childhood vaccines...what gives? Family doctor and professor in community health sciences and family medicine. Dr. Alan Katz (14:35); Wade Miller, Breakfast with the Bombers (23:05); Big chunk of Small Biz owners say they're working 59 hour weeks due to staffing issues Brianna Solberg prairie spokesperson for the CFIB (41:45); Jets vs Golden Knights Game 4, Christian Aumell (39:25); Postponing retirement, worried about money…where do reverse mortgages fit in? Vivianne Gauci, Senior Vice President, Customer Experience and Chief Marketing Officer, HomeEquity Bank (52:10). 

Inside Sports with Reid Wilkins
Apr 12 - Hour 1 - Christian Aumell, Jimmy Carson

Inside Sports with Reid Wilkins

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 13, 2019 39:32


Christian Aumell, CJOB Sports Winnipeg. Jimmy Carson, Former Oilers forward and NHL player. 

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Inside Sports with Reid Wilkins
Mar 6 - Hour 2 - Christian Aumell, Rory Rawlyk, Brody Clarke

Inside Sports with Reid Wilkins

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 7, 2019 38:38


Christian Aumell, Host of the CJOB Sports Show, Winnipeg. Rory Rawlyk, Professional Hockey player now playing in Evansville Indiana. Brody Clarke, Forward, U of A Golden Bears basketball team.