Hooked On Fun

We reeled in Carson Johnson and let him cook… and yeah, it gets weird (in a good way). From clubhouse stories to behind-the-scenes chaos, this one’s got everything you didn’t know you needed. 🎧 Hooked on Fun Podcast — Episode 43 🎣 Featuring: Carson Johnson Press play. Regret nothing.

Episode 42 just dropped and things got REAL fishy 🎣 We’ve got Ryan Bench in the tank—Assistant Coach, Director of Player Personnel, and living proof you can throw gas AND drop knowledge 💣

This week, we welcome a man who throws baseballs at unnatural angles and probably oils his in season mustache with the same intensity… Scotty Gillespie. We’re talking filthy sidearm sliders, elite-level mound swagger, and the aerodynamic advantages of a perfectly sculpted handlebar mustache (science is still out, but vibes are strong). Scotty dives into life on the bump, and whether the mustache w...

Lefty legend Danny Howat jumps into the boat with the boys on this episode of Hooked on Fun! The Jackfish pitcher talks heaters, chirps, clubhouse chaos, and what it’s really like pitching in front of the Niagara’s most entertaining crowd. Will Danny reveal the secret to his filthy left-handed stuff? Probably not. Will he expose some teammates? Almost definitely. Plus: questionable baseball advice...

The Director of Fun and Green B have officially crossed a line… This week on the Poddy, we welcome the real power behind the dugout decisions 👀 Kim Essery — yes, the wife of Field Manager Brian Essery — joins the chaos to give her unfiltered, behind-the-scenes, probably-shouldn’t-say-that take on the Welland Jackfish experience. Lineup secrets? Post-game mood reports? Who actually runs the team?...

The boys finally talk to Fred about what he does all day, what character he would be and if Southside CJ is really his son, all on this Episode of Hooked on Fun!

Southside Green B CJ returns to The Pond to catch us up on all things Jackfish in this Episode of Hooked on Fun!

This week we stack the episode higher than a gas station deli special. We’re talking The Muppets (yes, all of them), the ultimate Rose City Sando, unveiling the absolutely unhinged 2026 Welland Jackfish Promotional Schedule, AND breaking down the NFL Halftime Show like we’re qualified analysts (we are not). It’s got layers. It’s got chaos. It’s got mayo-level takes.

Massive guest on this episode of Hooked on Fun as the boys welcome The Sarge Brian Essery to the Poddy!

Promopolooza is coming, and the guys are just jazzed! Also, watch till the end for a little announcement and contest!

The Director and Green B catch up with the Malaysian Princess herself, Glory! Oh and also talk about how the Bears blew it.

Green B's Chicago Bears are moving on, and he is here to tell you all about it!

One half of the Exciting Whites joins the Director of Fun and the mouthpiece of The Pond, Alec Murray!

Southside CJ and the Director of Fun catch up before the holidays with one of the unsung heroes of the Jackfish, Clubhouse Manager Matty Bourque!

As the boys head into the holiday season, they talk about their Christmas wishlist, toy drive and are joined by a very special guest.

The one, the only, Giooooooooo Morello joins us for the first time to discuss everything, including pilates class!

Southside and the Director of Fun reunite with the legend himself, Alec "Kevin" Murray as we take off on an electric 33-minute ride!

A letter changed, but don't worry, fans won't see a change at The Pond! Michaela finally joins the boys on the poddy!

Two weeks in a row? What are we, Podcasters? The boys touch on everything from interns to the Chicago Bears and everything in between.

The boys are back after a two-week hiatus and drop a hint on a new brand heading to The Pond!

Ryan and Alec celebrate Alec's birth and the re-signing of a local favourite on this episode of Hooked on Fun!

Alec and Ryan talk about the guy's trip to WWE in Toronto and John Cena's disgusting heel turn.

The Director of Fun is joined by Chicago's own Southside CJ!

The Director of Fun and the Green B finally return to the microphone for another Episode of Hooked on Fun! Don't worry, we won't wait six months for the next episode!

On this episode, Alec and Ryan talk Wiener Appreciation Night, Bills vs. the NFL and the Stompers!