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EST Afternoons with Hernan Salas & Joaquin Gage
Hosted by Edmonton Sports Talk · EN
Hernan Salas and Joaquin Gage will go in depth on the Edmonton Oilers and Edmonton Elks along with the latest on the CFL, NFL, F1, MLB and the world of soccer.
The guys will also bring you "Hernan's World", "Red Light District", "Heat & Smoke" and "Zach to the Future" with much much more.
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Robertson Signs w/ Stars + WWE Intro Songs - July 22nd, 2026 - Hour 2
5d ago00:44:26Tap to summarizeHour 2 keeps the fun rolling with the WWE Intro Song Bracket, as the boys battle through the final matchups and officially crown the greatest WWE entrance theme of all time. The laughs continue when Koob reveals he somehow doesn't know the legendary Alberta-based Hart family, leaving the rest of the crew stunned. In Noticias, the boys break down Jason Robertson's new contract with the Dallas Stars, look ahead to Canada Soccer's upcoming international friendlies, and dive into the Toronto Blue Jays' recent struggles and what the disappointing stretch could mean for veteran starter Kevin Gausman moving forward.
Transcribe →Riders Preview w/ Britton Gray + Hernan's World - July 22nd, 2026 - Hour 1
5d ago00:49:31Tap to summarizeTo kick off the show Salas and Gage break down the Edmonton Elks depth chart ahead of their game on Thursday versus the Saskatatchewan Roughriders. Also quick chats on Hernan's running and more movie talk! Britton Gray from 980 CJME in Regina joins the show to discuss a difficult week in Saskatchewan following the tragic crash involving Roughriders defensive back Jayden Dalke that claimed the life of another man and resulted in Dalke's own death. Britton shares how the Roughriders organization have responded during a challenging time before turning the conversation to Thursday's Week 8 matchup between the Saskatchewan Roughriders and the Edmonton Elks. In Hernan's World, the boys build a bracket to determine the greatest WWE entrance theme of all time and along with a great impression by Gager!
Transcribe →Super Hero Movie Talk + Tyrell Ford (Elks) - July 21st, 2026 - Hour 2
6d ago00:37:23Tap to summarizeHour 2 keeps the movie conversation rolling as Salas and Gage shift their focus to superhero films. Later in the hour, Edmonton Elks defensive back Tyrell Ford joins the show ahead of Thursday's showdown with the Saskatchewan Roughriders. Ford discusses the upcoming rivalry game, what it's like watching his twin brother Tre Ford play quarterback, the energy around the team, and the funny story behind why he apologized on the broadcast after recording an interception a few weeks ago.
Transcribe →Blue Jays Stink + Majeau Knows (Marc Majeau - MCTV Pod) - July 21st, 2026 - Hour 1
6d ago00:54:40Tap to summarize*]:pointer-events-auto R6Vx5W_threadScrollVars scroll-mb-[calc(var(--scroll-root-safe-area-inset-bottom,0px)+var(--thread-response-height))] scroll-mt-[calc(var(--header-height)+min(200px,max(70px,20svh)))]" dir="auto" data-turn-id= "request-WEB:2ad5845a-19ce-4664-8209-d7efd34bf29c-0" data-turn-id-container= "request-WEB:2ad5845a-19ce-4664-8209-d7efd34bf29c-0" data-testid= "conversation-turn-2" data-turn="assistant"> Salas and Gage open the show with a check-in on Hernan's training for the Edmonton Half-Marathon, discussing where his fitness stands with just three weeks remaining until race day and whether he's on track to hit his goal time. The guys then dive into Noticias, breaking down the latest sports headlines, including impressive World Cup viewership numbers, key NHL and CFL developments, and the Toronto Blue Jays' continued struggles coming out of the All-Star break. To wrap up the hour, Majeau Knows with Marc Majeau brings the entertainment talk. The trio discusses the buzz surrounding the hit film The Odyssey, ranks Christopher Nolan's best movies, reacts to the new Doomsday trailer, and debates one of the great movie questions of all time — the best party scene in film history.
Transcribe →Elks On Top, CFL Stays Exciting + Hernan's Noticias - July 20th, 2026 - Hour 2
1w ago00:45:01Tap to summarizeTo begin hour two, Matthew Iwanyk and Joaquin Gage phone Dan Ralph of The Canadian Press to delve into all things CFL! Elks Hold On: It was a two-point finish for the Elks as the EE defence held on against the Lions to get a 19-17 victory at home. Was this the finish fans expected at Commonwealth Stadium? How did Chase Brice play with Nathan Rourke going down early for BC? What adjustments did the EE coaching staff make to pull this one off? Can we call the Elks true Grey Cup contenders, or do they still have to prove themselves? Around The Clock: Gager and Matty dig into various sports during Hernan's Noticias to recap the Belgian GP, the other three games in the CFL, some major notes coming from the three-down game, and so much more! From golf to racing, to football and hockey, Matt and Joaq sink their teeth into a plethora of sports topics.
Transcribe →Spain Claims World Cup + The Odyssey: A Must Watch - July 20th, 2026 - Hour 1
1w ago00:48:29Tap to summarizeComing back from the weekend on EST Afternoons, Matt Iwanyk and Joaquin Gage convene to provide their take on the World Cup final, The Odyssey and boatloads of other news around sports and pop culture! Spain Is #1: Spain took the World Cup final 1-0 AET against Lionel Messi's Argentina. How'd they get it done? How historic was their run to the World Cup title? What did Spain do right to get another clean sheet? Were there any missed opportunities from Argentina? How was the viewing experience? Lukas Weese from The Athletic popped by to share his thoughts! Movie Debate: All three members of the show caught Christopher Nolan's newest film, The Odyssey. Where'd they watch it? What expectations did they have heading into the film? Did it meet those expectations? Should you go and watch it?
Transcribe →Elks/Lions Preview w/Giulio Caravatta + Hernan's Noticias - July 17th, 2026 - Hour 2
1w ago00:45:58Tap to summarizeNathan Rourke has a perfect 7-0 record when playing the Edmonton Elks. Do things change tonight, or will the Lions pick up another win against the EE? For a Lions perspective on the matter, Matt Iwanyk and Joaquin Gage bring in Giulio Caravatta, colour analyst for BC, to get his take on what's going on in E-Town! In other news, the World Cup final goes Sunday between Argentina and Spain! Argentina is looking for their fourth-ever World Cup win, while Spain eyes up their second championship at the tournament. What's the biggest story entering the match? We check in on some of the other top stories and headlines from the day, as we have Hernan's Noticias as well!
Transcribe →Elks vs Lions: Slaying The Dragon + Zach To The Future - July 17th, 2026 - Hour 1
1w ago00:44:48Tap to summarizeThe Elks have the scene set at Commonwealth Stadium for their clash against the BC Lions tonight! Can the Elks avenge their Week 5 loss in Kelowna to improve to 5-1? Will this game determine if the Elks are Grey Cup contenders or pretenders? With Hernan Salas off today, Matt Iwanyk joins Joaquin Gage to tap into this exciting contest for the EE! What changes are being made for the game? Where can the Elks pierce through the Lions' defence? How can the Elks fend off Nathan Rourke and BC's highly potent offence? Plus, we have Zach to the Future trivia, which we deliver each Friday! Today, Matty tests producer Zachary 'Koob' Kubusch with Spain and Argentina trivia as they preview Sunday's World Cup final!
Transcribe →Luke Smith (F1) + Zegras Contract - July 16th, 2026 - Hour 2
2w ago00:44:39Tap to summarizeHour 2 kicks off with Luke Smith of The Athletic joining the show to preview this weekend's Belgian Grand Prix, breaking down the biggest storylines and what to watch for in F1. The boys also dive into Trevor Zegras' new extension with the Flyers, debating whether it's a smart signing or a risky investment. Plus, they wrap things up with the latest edition of the Screw It, Let's Do It Parlay!
Transcribe →Oilers 84-Game Schedule Unveiled + Elks Week Depth Chart - July 16th, 2026 - Hour 1
2w ago00:48:45Tap to summarizeSalas and Gage kick off the show by breaking down the Edmonton Elks' depth chart as they prepare to host the BC Lions on Friday night, with a chance to improve to 5-1 on the season. The boys also take a deep dive into the Oilers' 2026-27 schedule as the NHL officially expands to an 84-game regular season, discussing the biggest storylines and toughest stretches. Plus, it's another edition of the Red Light District with Joaquin Gage, featuring plenty of hockey talk and laughs.
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