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Inside Sports
Hosted by CHED / Curiouscast · EN
Host Brenden Escott brings you the latest on the Edmonton Oilers, Edmonton Elks and the local sports scene. Make Inside Sports your home for entertaining stories and unique guests from Northern Alberta and across the sporting world!
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Sportsnet’s Aaron Bronsteter
2w ago00:21:59Tap to summarizeAaron Bronsteter joins the show to preview UFC 329 as Conor McGregor makes his long-awaited return to the Octagon against Max Holloway. We discuss the expectations surrounding McGregor after a five-year layoff, what's driving him at this stage of his career and what a victory could mean for his future. Plus, we break down the can't-miss fights on the main card, Paddy Pimblett's latest test against Benoît Saint-Denis, Olympic gold medalist Gable Steveson's UFC debut and the under-the-radar matchups that could steal the show in Las Vegas. Don’t forget to subscribe to the show anywhere you get your streaming audio and follow Inside Sports on X (@InsideSports880). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Transcribe →Shukri Wrights from Locked on MLB Game Night
2w ago00:21:49Tap to summarizeWith the MLB All-Star break approaching, Brenden Escott is joined by Shukri Wrights to take stock of the first half of the season. We discuss whether the Blue Jays should buy at the trade deadline, the biggest buyers and sellers around baseball, surprise contenders and disappointing preseason favourites and the latest MVP and Cy Young races. Plus, we highlight the top rookie performers and examine how MLB's new ball-and-strike challenge system is changing the game. Don’t forget to subscribe to the show anywhere you get your streaming audio and follow Inside Sports on X (@InsideSports880). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Transcribe →Elks analyst Blake Dermott
2w ago00:22:49Tap to summarizeThe Edmonton Elks are back in the win column after a convincing 40-17 victory over the Ottawa REDBLACKS. We’re joined by Elks analyst Blake Dermott to break down what changed from the loss to B.C., whether the final score accurately reflected the game and how Justin Rankin helped re-establish the ground attack. We also discuss the defense's dominant performance against the run, Austin Mack's emergence as a true No. 1 receiver and the impressive early-season development of rookie linebacker Dariel Djabome. Don’t forget to subscribe to the show anywhere you get your streaming audio and follow Inside Sports on X (@InsideSports880). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Transcribe →Brenden Escott opens the July 10 show
2w ago00:20:00Tap to summarizeHost Brenden Escott begins the July 10 show recapping a 40-17 Edmonton Elks victory over Ottawa and the latest quarterfinal action at the FIFA World Cup as well as a preview of the Blue Jays series against the San Diego Padres. Don’t forget to subscribe to the show anywhere you get your streaming audio and follow Inside Sports on X (@InsideSports880). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Transcribe →THE OTHER SIDE: REDBLACKS colour analyst Jeff Avery
2w ago00:22:57Tap to summarizeWe break down Thursday's CFL matchup between the Edmonton Elks and Ottawa REDBLACKS with colour analyst Jeff Avery, examining why Ottawa remains winless through five weeks and whether there are signs the team is on the verge of a breakthrough. We discuss Jake Maier's play after winning the starting quarterback job, the decision to move on from Dru Brown, Ryan Dinwiddie's first season at the helm and whether the REDBLACKS need more production from their ground game. We also look at Edmonton's impressive 3-1 start, what's driving the Elks' early success and the key matchups that could decide this week's game. Don’t forget to subscribe to the show anywhere you get your streaming audio and follow Inside Sports on X (@InsideSports880). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Transcribe →Toronto-based sports reporter Adam Laskaris
2w ago00:22:04Tap to summarizeFrom the electric atmosphere of the FIFA World Cup in Atlanta and Toronto to Canada's performance on the world's biggest stage, we reflect on a landmark tournament for Canadian soccer with Toronto-based sports reporter Adam Laskaris. We also break down Kawhi Leonard's stunning return to the Raptors, what the former Finals MVP can still bring at this stage of his career and how he fits with Toronto's young core. Plus, we assess G.M. John Chayka's busy offseason with the Maple Leafs, the excitement surrounding Gavin McKenna's arrival and the under-the-radar moves that could shape Toronto's season. Don’t forget to subscribe to the show anywhere you get your streaming audio and follow Inside Sports on X (@InsideSports880). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Transcribe →Elks play-by-play voice Morley Scott
2w ago00:22:53Tap to summarizeThe Edmonton Elks are off to a 3-1 start, but how much better can this team become? We break down the Elks' early-season identity, the challenge of another short week and whether opposing defences are starting to slow down Justin Rankin with Elks play-by-play voice Morley Scott. We also discuss Austin Mack's emergence at receiver, Dariel Djabome stepping into a bigger role on defence, the effectiveness of Edmonton's pass rush and run defence and the keys to avoiding a letdown against a winless Ottawa REDBLACKS team. Don’t forget to subscribe to the show anywhere you get your streaming audio and follow Inside Sports on X (@InsideSports880). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Transcribe →Brenden Escott opens the July 8 show
2w ago00:21:11Tap to summarizeHost Brenden Escott begins the July 8 show with audio from Edmonton Elks practice ahead of their game against the Ottawa REDBLACKS, thoughts on Dylan Cease’s near-no-hitter against the San Francisco Giants and everything else making headlines in the sports world. Don’t forget to subscribe to the show anywhere you get your streaming audio and follow Inside Sports on X (@InsideSports880). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Transcribe →BUZZIN’ WITH BAKER: Stingers Head Coach/G.M. Jordan Baker
2w ago00:21:35Tap to summarizeThe Stingers saw their four-game winning streak come to an end in a hard-fought, two-point loss to the Winnipeg Sea Bears, but there's plenty to build on. Head Coach/G.M. Jordan Baker breaks down what fueled Edmonton's recent run, the lessons learned from a narrow defeat and the impact Tre King continues to make as a starter or off the bench. We also discuss Makai Ashton-Langford's quick transition into the starting lineup and preview the rematch in Winnipeg, where the Stingers look to bounce back in a crucial game with playoff implications. Don’t forget to subscribe to the show anywhere you get your streaming audio and follow Inside Sports on X (@InsideSports880). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Transcribe →TSN’s Dave Naylor
2w ago00:22:26Tap to summarizeFive weeks into the CFL season, we take stock of the league's biggest storylines with TSN’s Dave Naylor. From the parity across the league and the offensive explosion to the Edmonton Elks' impressive start under Mark Kilam, we break down what's stood out through the first month. We also discuss whether B.C.'s ground game has finally turned a corner, the impact of Bo Levi Mitchell's injury on Hamilton's East Division hopes, Winnipeg's search for offensive consistency and the one storyline to keep an eye on as the 2026 season unfolds. Don’t forget to subscribe to the show anywhere you get your streaming audio and follow Inside Sports on X (@InsideSports880). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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