The Breakdown Podcast

Episodes

1. 20

   S3E10 | Oilers Playoff Preview

   In the final episode of this season, the boys preview the Oilers Playoff hopes! Esco and Papi detail who they think will be X-Factors in the series against the Jets, what makes this Oilers team deeper than previous teams, who will emerge as the Oilers Pisani Playoff Performer, and so much more!...

   May 19, 2021

   41m
2. 19

   S3E9 | Spencer Love

   After a week off, the boys are joined by Love Wrestling's Founder, Spencer Love, to talk about his journey through Pro Wrestling Reporting, how AEW has changed the wrestling landscape, and much more! You can read some of Spencer's work at LoveWresling.ca; You can also follow Spencer on Twitter...

   May 12, 2021

   51m
3. 18

   S3E8 | Mike Specht

   NFL Draft season is upon us, and for this episode, Brett and Esco are joined by resident Patriots fan, and our NFL Expert, Mike Specht. With numerous question marks heading into this Quarterback heavy draft, the boys discuss who will blow the draft open at number 3, which team gets insurance...

   Apr 28, 2021

   1h 00m
4. 17

   S3E7 | Brendan Dunlop

   The Soccer World is going crazy over the European Super League controversy, and we bring in a footy expert to explain what the heck is going on! Windsor native and former Sportsnet Host Brendan Dunlop join the boys to chat about this enthralling Super League saga, the future of the Canadian…

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   Apr 21, 2021

   45m
5. 16

   S3E6 | Tony Brar

   In this episode, Brett and Esco are joined by OilersTV Host Tony Brar! They discuss Tony's passion for sports reporting, what it's like being on the road with an NHL team, his call up to Hockey Night in Canada, and so much more! Honestly, this episode is so much fun, filled with laughs, and we...

   Apr 14, 2021

   47m
6. 15

   S3E5 | Avry Lewis-McDougall

   You want local sports? You got local sports when you talk to Avry Lewis-McDougall! In this episode, Esco and Brett chat with Avry about everything local sports here in YEG, Avry's time covering Rugby in England (including an insane tabloid story), diversity in sports, and so much more. You can...

   Apr 7, 2021

   40m
7. 14

   TBDP S3E4 | Montana Getty

   Baseball season is upon us! Brett and Brenden bring in our resident Yankees fan, Montana Getty, to discuss the upcoming season, expectations for the competitive AL East, the next Yankees Captain, and more! Remember to rate and subscribe and follow @thebreakdown_pod on YouTube & Instagram! Love,...

   Mar 31, 2021

   47m
8. 13

   TBDP S3E3 | Josh Park

   Brett and Brenden catch up with Josh Park (19:58) to chat about his media journey through Edmonton as an in-game host at Rogers Place to creating digital content for the wildly popular OilersNation. Remember to rate and subscribe and follow @thebreakdown_pod on YouTube & Instagram! Love,...

   Mar 24, 2021

   47m
9. 12

   TBDP S3E2 | Woz

   The boys are joined by The 90th Minute's, Matthew 'Woz' Wozniak! They chat about the rise of the channel, the world of soccer today, and more! Plus, Esco and Brett come up with their fantasy Futsal team with Netflix Characters! You can follow Woz and The 90th Minute on TikTok @The90thMinute and…

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   Mar 17, 2021

   1h 04m
10. 11

    TBDP S3E1 | Isabelle Lumsden

    The Breakdown Podcast is back with Season 3! TikTok sensation and stenography student Isabelle Lumsden join Esco and Brett for the first episode of the season. They discuss her journey through learning the new art during the pandemic, introducing the industry to a new audience, and more! You can...

    Mar 10, 2021

    30m
11. 10

    TBDP S2E11 | Black Lives Matter

    In this episode the boys discuss the racial injustice that is happening in our world today, and the widespread protests in the wake of George Floyd. RESOURCES: https://blacklivesmatters.carrd.co/ https://www.refinery29.com/en-ca/2020/06/9851684/black-lives-matter-how-to-help-donate-support...

    Jun 5, 2020

    37m
12. 9

    TBDP S2E10 | 7-Footer Tre Lopushinsky

    Esco and Brett find out what the weather's like up there with Tre the Giant Employee (Lopushinsky). Hear all about the hurdles he’s had to clear and door frames he's had to duck while living life in the clouds. Headlines makes its return to the show with stories on love lighting the way for one...

    May 5, 2020

    1h 36m
13. 8

    TBDP S2E9 | 2020 NFL Draft Preview

    Esco and Brett are joined by resident New England Patriots fan and all-around good guy Mike Specht to breakdown the main storylines heading into 2020 NFL Draft. Will a team trade up for a quarterback? How will the Giants screw up this year? And when does the run on wide receivers start and end?…

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    Apr 21, 2020

    1h 25m
14. 7

    TBDP S2E8 | Eric McCormack, Emmy Award-winning actor from Will & Grace

    Hear about the progression of his career from Canadian theatre buff to auditioning for Ross Geller on Friends and later starring in a groundbreaking lead role on primetime T.V. More than that, we delve into McCormack's background in theatre and singing and how that led to a close relationship…

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    Apr 19, 2020

    1h 11m
15. 6

    TBDP S2E7 | Award-winning comedian (and wrestling aficionado) Adam Blank

    The winner of Edmonton's Funniest Person With a Day Job, Adam Blank shares insight into the comedy scene in Alberta and life as a full-time comedian now. Plus, thoughts on the state of professional wrestling...what's going right and what makes you change the channel? Brett and Esco debut a new...

    Apr 16, 2020

    1h 19m
16. 5

    TBDP S2E6 | Living the rock star life with FKB's Alex Fedorouk

    Esco and Brett are joined by guitarist Alex Fedorouk from award-winning Northern Alberta rockers FKB to discuss to rise from house shows in Bonnyville to North American tours and opening for Pop Evil, The Trews, Bif Naked and many more. Check out their latest single, Glow, right here. Plus, the...

    Apr 13, 2020

    1h 03m
17. 4

    TBDP S2E5 | Respiratory therapist Stewart Lemphers on the front lines of a pandemic

    Brett and Esco chat with respiratory therapist Stewart Lemphers who is on the front lines of the COVID-19 battle in Vancouver, BC. Find out what he's seeing, what kinds of measure the hospital has taken and how the life of the staff has been impacted by the pandemic response. But first, a look…

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    Apr 7, 2020

    41m
18. 3

    TBDP S2E4 | Pop Culture Prince Cassius Morris on music journalism

    Cassius Morris shares stories from his tenure as a music/entertainment journalist, chasing photos at major shows in Edmonton and interviewing the likes of Gene Simmons, George Stroumboulopoulos, Madchild and more. Then, Esco and Brett take a hypothetical cross-country roadie and tell us which...

    Mar 31, 2020

    1h 13m
19. 2

    TBDP S2E3 | ECHL defenceman Kyle Pouncy: We're not in Kansas anymore

    Brett and Esco chat up Wichita Thunder defenceman, Kyle Pouncy about the journey from junior hockey in Invermere to pro hockey in Kansas, and having his season cut short by COVID-19. Don't miss the wild story about the trip home to Canada. Plus, our thoughts on the latest Netflix phenomenon…

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    Mar 27, 2020

    1h 08m
20. 1

    TBDP S2E2 | COVID-19 builds a Field of Shattered Dreams for Scott Gillespie

    NCAA Division-II pitcher Scott Gillespie joins Brett and Esco to discuss his senior collegiate season getting cancelled due to the COVID-19 pandemic. What's next for him and other senior athletes who had their swan song cut short? Plus, we tell you what album spent nearly two decades on the...

    Mar 25, 2020

    1h 11m