Instigating with Clarkey and Drury

The guys welcome back longtime umpire Jim Cressman to discuss the Jays and what may hold them back in the postseason, as well as Aaron Judge's season and whether he should be considered the "real" home run king. Then, Jason Maslakow, aka Dart Guy, jumps on to discuss his thoughts on the Leafs upcoming year, including their new look goaltending, which sparks a healthy debate. Brought to you by Cool...

The guys welcome on friend of the show Steve McAllister to discuss some local sports, the sports betting and broadcasting scene, and the ongoing embarrassment of Hockey Canada. Then, Ryan sits down with former OHLer and Kitchener Rangers captain, Ben Fanelli, who's Heroic Minds mental health platform has partnered with the GOJHL to provide mental health tools to players and staff. Brought to you b...

Ryan welcomes back friend of the show, Hanover Raceway GM Steve Fitzsimmons, to preview the final race day on September 17th and review the season. Then, Clarkey and Ryan bring on the first ever Program Director of the Fan590, Allan Davis, to talk 30 years of The Fan. Allan now is the PD for WGR550 Sports Radio in Buffalo, and he theorizes on why Canadian sports radio is seemingly struggling. Brou...

Ryan welcomes back friend of the show, and former Hanover Raceway beat reporter, Rob Longley, longtime Blue Jays beat man, to discuss the ongoing up and down season for the blue birds. Clarkey is absent, as he attends Sir Elton John, sparking a conversation between Ryan and Producer Adam on sporting ticket prices. Brought to you by Coolbet, and in part by the Listowel Squash Courts, Hanover Racewa...

This week, Ryan welcomes on his friend Garrett McFadden, former Guelph Storm Captain and co-founder of McFadden's Movement, a youth mental health advocacy group. Garrett discusses his passion for mental health awareness, his OHL days, and his new contract with the AHL's Lehigh Valley Phantoms. Then, Clarkey jumps on to discuss the Jays recent hot run, and the upcoming 30th anniversary celebration...

Ryan starts off the show with a captivating interview with former Humboldt Bronco, Kaleb Dahlgren. Kaleb describes the horrifying crash that killed 16 people and injured the other 13 on the Bronco's bus on April 6th, 2018, and the outpouring of support he and the community received, his book, and his speaking engagement upcoming in Listowel! Then, Clarkey is joined by Steve Sabourin, as they welco...

Clarkey and Ryan welcome on TSN 1050 radio voice and Director of Communications with the Toronto Argonauts, Mike Hogan. Mike discusses how the Argos season has gone so far, the league standings and how more people should appreciate the great league that the CFL is. Then, the guys discuss the Jays speed wobbling with Baltimore chasing them down, and the non-attendance at the summertime World Junior...

Ryan and Clarkey welcome on longtime former Sportsnet Jays reporter, Barry Davis, who discusses the Jays deadline, shares some great stories and insight, and plugs his killer music career! Following that, Ryan chats with Walton Raceway Owner/Operator Brett Lee, as the track gets set to host the Transcan Grand National Championships and Pro Day, where the best amateur and pro motocross drivers will...

This week, Ryan and Clarkey dig into the ongoing and embarrassing scandal surrounding Hockey Canada. Ryan airs an interview with Perth-Wellington MP John Nater, who is a Vice Chair on the Standing Committee on Canadian Heritage investigating Hockey Canada. Following that, Ryan and Clarkey welcome on lawyer Samantha Chang, a co-host on the brilliant The Broadscast sports show in Vancouver, as well...

Ryan and Chris discuss the disastrous offseason that has befell the Calgary Flames, and if there is a possibility that Auston Matthews will leave the Leafs to go south when his deal is up. They also discuss the Juan Soto drama, and whether he, or maybe some guy named Shohei, could land in Toronto? Brought to you by Coolbet, and in part by the Listowel Squash Courts, Hanover Raceway and See the Gam...

**RECORDED PRIOR TO THE JOHNNY GAUDREAU SIGNING***Ryan and guest host Steve Sabourin chat with Toronto Sun Jays reporter Rob Longley on the Charlie Montoyo firing, and where the Jays need to go from here to save their season. Then, Clarkey jumps on for a brief chat on his Maple Leafs and their goalie situation going into next year, bringing plenty of uncertainty to Leafs Nation. Then, Ryan and Sab...

Ryan and Chris are back after a week off to discuss Colorado winning the Cup, and the surprising twists and turns of round 1 of the 2022 NHL Draft, including Shane Wright falling to 4.The guys then welcome on The Parleh's Steve McAllister to discuss the draft and some trades, and what the Leafs goalie situation may look like. Brought to you by Coolbet, and in part by the Listowel Squash Courts, Ha...

This week, the guys first discuss the game 4 too-many-men debacle between the Avs and Lightning, as well as some general thoughts on the series so far. They also dig into the voting breakdowns for the major NHL awards. Then, Ryan sits down with New Yorker, Nick Dais, who hosts an awesome podcast called Veteran's Minimum, all about sports and betting insights. Nick discusses the New York sports sce...

The guys welcome on their good friend and the new GM of the PJHL Pollock Division Champion Mitchell Hawks, Scott Bridge. Bridgey talks about transitioning from the CKNX hockey broadcast booth into the GM chair, and his ambition to continue the Hawk's success. Scott sticks around with the guys to discuss the Stanley Cup Final, coaching hires, rule changes and the guys give NHL awards predictions. T...

The guys go on the road and visit "The Sim", a beautiful indoor golf simulator a brewery in Southwestern Ontario at a super-secret location. They are joined by golf pro and instructor Ian Doig. Along with Ian, Ryan and Clarkey discuss the LIV Golf tour, the Canadian Open, and they make their Canadian Open picks, and even get some lessons from Doig! If you want some lessons, visit IanDoigGolf.com....

Our friend Steve Fitzsimmons, GM of the Hanover Raceway, joins the guys to discuss the big race season at the track packed with big events, including the second annual Women's Driving Championship! Fitzy also discusses the playoffs in the NHL, including where the Lightning rank in terms of all-time teams. Ryan and Chris then address disturbing allegations against a longtime Toronto media member, a...

Ryan and Clarkey are joined once again by longtime OHL and GOJHL Coach, Jason Brooks, to dissect another Leafs first round exit. Included are trade thoughts, front office thoughts, and what went wrong from the coach's view. Then, golf pro Ian Doig of the Ian Doig Golf Academy joins the show to revisit the Masters picks and make new ones for the PGA Championship. Brought to you by Coolbet, and in p...

In a late night recording following game 6 of the first round series between Clarkey's Maple Leafs and the Tampa Bay Lightning, Clarkey goes full meltdown following another round of controversial calls that continue to haunt Toronto, and another missed opportunity for the Leafs to close a series. However, Ryan talks him off the ledge and convinces Clarkey the Leafs will triumph in Game 7 finally e...

The guys are joined once again by TSN1050 First Up host, Aaron Korolnek, to discuss the first two games of Leafs/Tampa. He also discusses the Jays season so far and the heartwarming moment between a Jays and Yankees fan this week. Then, the guys discuss a ridiculous umpire show between Madison Bumgarner and umpire Dan Bellino. Then, the guys welcome on Mitchell Hawks GM Josh Kiel to discuss the te...

Senior Writer for The Athletic, Sean Fitz-Gerald, jumps on the show again to discuss Matthews' Hart chances, the Leafs playoff outlook, and much more from the NHL landscape including officiating. Then, Ryan and Clarkey are joined by Alan McArthur from the Listowel Squash Courts to discuss the end of the men's season there and plans he has for the future with the hope of getting a women's league st...

This week, Ryan and Clarkey talk with longtime umpire and former journalist, Jim Cressman, who shares his thoughts on the current state of umpiring early in the season, robo-umps on the way, Joe West and much more! The guys then discuss the passing of Mike Bossy, Ovi reaching another milestone, unnecessary player abuse, and a real big time sponsorship for John Daly's kid.(Note: this episode was fi...

This week, Ryan and Clarkey discuss the Leafs struggling against Buffalo again, a heated game between Edmonton and Minnesota and Clayton Kershaw getting yanked from a perfect game through 7 innings and 80 pitches. Then Ryan is joined by The Parleh Media Group's Editor In Chief, Steve McAllister, to discuss the first week plus of legalized gambling in Ontario, the Kershaw thing from Steve's perspec...

The guys are joined by our friend and longtime golf pro Ian Doig of the Ian Doig Golf Academy to discuss Tiger coming back, and the guys all draft a 4 pack of Masters picks for the weekend as they preview the tourney. Then, Sportsnet's Sam Cosentino hops on to discuss the Leafs, optimism around their talented roster which maybe hasn't been seen before and what may help or hurt them in the playoffs...

Ryan is joined by the radio voice of the Blue Jays, Ben Wagner, to discuss the impressive offseason the Jays had, the new rotation, the power of the batting lineup and more as the Jays gear up for their most exciting season in awhile. Then, Ryan welcomes on host of 2 Goalies 1 Mic, Duane Steinel, to discuss how his Sabres are finally turning the corner, and more Department of Player Safety nonsens...

Steve Dangle joins the guys again to discuss the Leafs acquiring Giordano, the trade deadline, the Vegas Dadonov debacle, Arizona's embarrassing future and more. Ryan and Clarkey then offer some final thoughts on deadline day, the Randal Grichuck trade and major NFL moves. Brought to you by Coolbet, and in part by the Listowel Squash Courts and See the Game. Subscribe on Youtube and all the best p...