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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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Elks Rolling, LBJ Signs In Philly, Concert Set Lists - July 24th, 2026 - Hour 2
3d ago00:39:10Tap 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:2ffc8f0f-5544-4ac7-b539-e9e4057d1e75-1" data-turn-id-container= "request-WEB:2ffc8f0f-5544-4ac7-b539-e9e4057d1e75-1" data-testid= "conversation-turn-4" data-turn="assistant"> Hour 2 sees Salas and Koob dive into the debate over fans checking concert set lists before a show. Does it build excitement or ruin the surprise? The guys share their thoughts before hitting another edition of Noticias, covering the biggest stories from around the world of sports. Later, Brian Swane from Alberta Basketball joins the show to discuss the blockbuster news of LeBron James joining the Philadelphia 76ers, the Edmonton Elks' impressive start to the season, and wraps things up with a fun conversation about hip hop.
Transcribe →Elks Win In Regina, Tops in CFL + Andrew Hoskins (Elks) - July 24th, 2026 - Hour 1
3d ago00:53:12Tap to summarizeHour 1 kicks off with Hernan Salas breaking down the instant-classic Thursday night showdown between the Edmonton Elks and Saskatchewan Roughriders. He dives into Cody Fajardo's career performance, Vincent Blanchard's game-winning walk-off field goal, and asks the big question: was this the best Elks game in more than a decade? Salas also shares his thoughts on LeBron James joining an already loaded Philadelphia 76ers roster. Later, Andrew Hoskins from the Turf District Podcast joins the show to recap the thrilling Elks-Riders matchup, discussing the game's biggest moments and what the dramatic victory means moving forward. Plus, it's another edition of Zach to the Future!
Transcribe →Patrick Kane Returns To Chi-Town + Oilers 06 Run or Decade of Darkness - July 23rd, 2026 - Hour 2
4d ago00:40:21Tap to summarizeHour two kicks off with an interesting sports debate as the boys ask a simple but tough question: Would you rather experience one magical championship run with your team, or spend years stuck in the mushy middle of being competitive but never truly contending? The conversation leads to plenty of examples from around the sports world and some strong opinions on what fans should value most. Then, Ben Pope of the Chicago Sun-Times joins the program to break down a busy offseason for the Chicago Blackhawks. The guys discuss the team's two-year contract with Patrick Kane, Connor Bedard's new contract, and what the expectations are for Bowen Byram now that he has landed a significant new deal.
Transcribe →Battle For First: Elks @ Riders + Red Light District - July 23rd, 2026 - Hour 1
4d ago00:47:38Tap to summarizeThe show kicks off with a tasty conversation as the boys dive into Edmonton's summer festival scene, chatting about Taste of Edmonton, Heritage Days and the foods they can never pass up. From classic festival favourites to cultural dishes they look forward to every year, it's a fun start to the program. Then, host of the Green and Gold Kickoff Show Matthew Iwanyk joins the show to preview tonight's Edmonton Elks vs. Saskatchewan Roughriders matchup in Regina. The guys break down the key storylines, players to watch and what Edmonton needs to do to come away with a big road win. Plus, The Red Light District with Gager returns with a movie-themed twist as the boys test their knowledge with famous movie quotes, leading to plenty of laughs, questionable guesses and some iconic film moments
Transcribe →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?
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