Podcast
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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NHL Network's Top D-Men List - Hall of Four (NBA Faces) - August 10th, 2026 - Hour 2
1w ago00:43:47Tap to summarizeThe boys break down the NHL Network's Top 20 defensemen list released over the weekend. Who was ranked too high, who deserves to be higher, and which defensemen were left off the list entirely? Then it's another edition of the Hall of Four, and the wheel has selected the NBA Faces heading into the 2026-27 season. Who are the four players who best represent the league right now? The debate is a good one — who would make your list?
Transcribe →Elks Humbled By Alouettes + John Hodge - August 10th, 2026 - Hour 1
1w ago00:47:51Tap to summarizeSalas and Gager recap their weekend and break down the Elks' tough loss to the Montreal Alouettes on Saturday. Where did it all go wrong for Edmonton? Was Mark Kilam too conservative before halftime, and why aren't the Elks getting Justin Rankin more involved in the offence? Then, John Hodge from 3DownNation joins the show to dive deeper into the CFL. The guys discuss the dangerous duo of Alexander and Philpot, what's went wrong for Edmonton, the struggles of the Ottawa Redblacks, and the big matchup between the BC Lions and Calgary Stampeders.
Transcribe →Savoie's Next Contract + Hall Of Four - August 7th, 2026 - Hour 2
2w ago00:47:03Tap to summarizeWhat should Matt Savoie's next contract look like? Is it time to commit long-term to the young forward, or does a bridge deal make more sense? The boys break down the risk and reward of both options and ask whether betting big on Savoie now could pay off—or become risky business. It's time for the Hall of Four, and the boys are picking their four faces of the NHL right now. Connor McDavid and Macklin Celebrini are locks, but who joins them? Should Sidney Crosby still be considered one of the faces of the league? What about Jack Hughes or Cale Makar? The debate gets going as the boys build their ultimate four.
Transcribe →Two Titans Clash: Elks @ Alouettes - August 7th, 2026 - Hour 1
2w ago00:45:05Tap to summarizeSalas and Gage get set for Saturday's matchup between the Edmonton Elks and Montreal Alouettes. The depth charts are out, the Elks get a key member of their defence back, while Montreal is dealing with four starters on defence being sidelined. What does it all mean heading into the game? Plus, the boys break down the keys to an Elks victory. Marc-Olivier Brouillette from TSN 690 in Montreal joins the show to preview the game from the Alouettes' perspective. He breaks down Montreal's dynamic offence, led by Davis Alexander and Travis Theis, the organization's continued push to build a strong team, and what the Elks can expect on Saturday. It's Zach to the Future as the boys put the crew to the test with some trivia. Who has the knowledge to come out on top?
Transcribe →Hlinka Gretzky Cup + Guy Flaming (TPS) - August 5th, 2026 - Hour 2
2w ago00:40:28Tap to summarizeIn hour two, the boys dive into the Hlinka Gretzky Cup, debating whether it's fair for these young players to compete on three straight days. They discuss the value of the tournament as a showcase for NHL prospects and preview Canada's matchup against Sweden. Later, Guy Flaming from The Pipeline Show joins the program to continue the conversation on the Hlinka Gretzky Cup. He shares his thoughts on the tournament, discusses the Oil Kings prospect who currently leads the event in scoring, and gives his review of the film The Odyssey.
Transcribe →Best Sports Dynasties Of All Time + Hernan's World - August 5th, 2026 - Hour 1
2w ago00:52:03Tap to summarizeTo kick off the show, the boys look back at the EST Draft of the greatest on-screen deaths before diving into another edition of Noticias. They cover the latest headlines from the NFL, CFL, and MLB, plus discuss Akron's unique contest that will see one lucky season ticket holder design the opening drive for the home opener. Later, it's time for Hall of Four as the guys reveal their picks for the greatest sports dynasties of all time, debating which teams truly defined sustained excellence. Then, in Hernan's World, Hernan opens up about getting older and why he's suddenly finding himself wanting to become some sort of collector, exploring the nostalgia and excitement that comes with discovering a new hobby.
Transcribe →Mix it up Segment + Justin Dunk (CFL) - August 4th, 2026 - Hour 2
2w ago00:38:19Tap to summarizeHour 2 begins with the debut of Mix It Up, presented by Adega de Favaios, the iconic producer of Moscatel de Favaios. The boys introduce the product before mixing it up over the Toronto Blue Jays' recent moves, debating whether the club made the right decisions and what the deals mean for the rest of the season. Later, 3DownNation's Justin Dunk joins the show to discuss Nathan Rourke taking first-team reps at practice for the B.C. Lions, the future of Geno Lewis, whether the Hamilton Tiger-Cats should continue rolling with Tre Ford, and what ultimately cost the Edmonton Elks in Saturday's loss to the Saskatchewan Roughriders.
Transcribe →Elks Drop Close One vs SSK + Majeau Knows - August 4th, 2026 - Hour 1
2w ago00:55:03Tap to summarizeHour 1 kicks off with Salas and Gage recapping the incredible movie odyssey before shifting gears to the Edmonton Elks, who are looking to bounce back after their loss to the Saskatchewan Roughriders as they prepare for a Saturday matchup against the Montreal Alouettes. The guys also dive into a busy weekend for the Toronto Blue Jays, breaking down the flurry of roster moves and what they could mean for the rest of the season. Later, the debut edition of Hall for Four gets underway with the crew selecting movie genres of all time. After plenty of discussion, Christmas movies earn the inaugural spot in the Hall for Four. To wrap up the hour, Marc Majeau joins the show for another edition of Majeau Knows, sharing his thoughts on the new Spider-Man, the acclaimed series Succession, and the return of Ted Lasso, which premieres its new season tomorrow. That leads to the question, What's a TV series, film franchise, or band that should have quit while they were ahead?
Transcribe →Dustin Nielson + Wemby Shoe Talk - July 31st, 2026 - Hour 2
3w ago00:40:37Tap to summarizeIn hour two, the boys dive into the news of Victor Wembanyama landing his own Nike signature shoe and debate where it stacks up against some of the most iconic basketball sneakers, including the legendary lines from Michael Jordan and LeBron James. Later, the voice of the CFL and EST owner Dustin Nielson joins the show to weigh in on the latest dill sauce controversy, discuss whether the Winnipeg Blue Bombers should be concerned after another loss, and preview the remaining three CFL games on this weekend's slate.
Transcribe →Elks Open Upper Bowl + EE vs Riders Preview - July 31st, 2026 - Hour 1
3w ago00:53:26Tap 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:a19fa79c-7ce5-4bf7-b4e5-9940fc95a52f-0" data-turn-id-container= "request-WEB:a19fa79c-7ce5-4bf7-b4e5-9940fc95a52f-0" data-testid= "conversation-turn-2" data-turn="assistant"> Friday's show kicks off with the buzz surrounding the Edmonton Elks opening the upper deck for Saturday's showdown with the Saskatchewan Roughriders, as the guys discuss the electric atmosphere expected at Commonwealth Stadium. They also break down the Elks' depth chart, key injuries on both sides, and what they mean heading into one of the biggest games of the season. Plus, they recap Thursday night's CFL action as the BC Lions knocked off the Winnipeg Blue Bombers. Later, it's time for Noticias, bringing you the latest headlines from around the sports world, before wrapping up the hour with another edition of Zach to the Future, where it's once again all about Name That Tune as Zach tests everyone's music knowledge.
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