The High Button Podcast

#219 Ethan Phillips, Detroit Red Wings & Boston University by High Button Sports

Brad MacCharles stopped by The High Button studios to talk about his company Empire Goaltending and his secrets to developing NHL Goalies. As we all know, goaltending can be an interesting position in the game of hockey, but with the right training and guidance amazing things can happen. That's what Brad likes to preach to his students that want to make that next jump in their career. Also chattin...

Morgan Barron drops by The High Button studio to talk about life as a New York Rangers Prospect and how playing hockey at Cornell University is. Growing up in Halifax, Morgan says The QMJHL was definitely a tempting route for him to take. Instead he decided to take an academic path and pursue his dream of being an NHL player by taking his talents to The Big Red (Cornell). Barron also has a younger...

Luke Henman​ Joins The High Button​ Podcast to talk about his recent year with The Blainville-Boisbriand Armada in The QMJHL. Also what his experience was like being drafted by The Carolina Hurricanes in The 2018 NHL Draft in Dallas, TX. Growing up in Dartmouth Nova Scotia, Luke talks about the influence The QMJHL had on him as a kid. Watching players like Mackinnon and Drouin on a nightly bases m...

#215 Kyle Jackson, Halifax Thunderbirds & Boston Cannons by High Button Sports

Matt Welsh​ Joins The High Button​ to talk about his recent experience at The Buffalo Sabres Development camp and what he took from his time there. Also, talking about his past year with The Charlottetown Islanders and what he's looking forward to with his 20 year old season in The QMJHL. Coming from a hockey family, Matt talks about the support from his brothers and parents and how they all push...

Colorado Avalanche​ prospect & Herring Cove native; Shane Bowers​ stops by the The High Button​ to talk about his childhood growing up playing hockey in Nova Scotia and the decision he had to make as a kid to pursue his career in a different way by choosing the USHL and suiting up for the Waterloo Black Hawks​. Although it was unconventional it seems as though it is paying off now. He also touches...

Matt Stienburg​ joins The High Button​ to talk about being drafted by The Colorado Avalanche last week in Vancouver. Playing his last season at St. Andrews College, Matt talks about his development these past 12 months and how St. Andrews shaped him into a top level prospect in this years draft. Also talking about his father Trevor, who is the head coach of The Saint Mary's Mens Hockey Team, and h...

Noah Dobson​ Joins The High Button​ to talk about the busiest 2 years of his life. Winning 2 Presidents Cups in The QMJHL & 2 Memorial Cups in The CHL. On top of that he was drafted by The New York Islanders in The 2018 NHL Draft 12th overall. Growing up in Prince Edward Island, Noah talks about the summers back home and how he tries to enjoy the island as much as possible. Also touching on his ho...

Liam O'Brien​ stops by The High Button​ to talk about his new contract with The Washington Capitals and his past year with the Hershey Bears. Being a professional hockey player can sound glorious at times, but behind closed doors, the grind and tough sacrifices come into play. Liam is a perfect example of taking advantage of the opportunities put in front of you. Now a 6 year pro, Liam considers h...

Jacob Sanford​ joins The High Button​ to talk about his past year at Western Kentucky Baseball and being drafted by The New York Yankees this past week. Growing up in Cole Harbour, NS. Jake found the love for baseball at a young age. Having to leave home at 14 to pursue a better chance at professional baseball, Jake talks about the sacrifices he's made and the relationships he's built over the pas...

St. Louis Blues​ prospect & St. John's NFLD native Evan Fitzpatrick​ stops by the High Button to talk about his career as a back-stopper. Playing the toughest position in the sport, Evan talks about his junior career with the Phœnix Sherbrooke​ and the 2018 Memorial Cup champions Titan Acadie-Bathurst (Officiel/Official)​. Since being drafted in the 2nd round by the Blues in 2016 (59th), Evan has...

Tyler Hinam​ stops by The High Button​ to talk about his 2019 Memorial Cup experience and the amazing year The Rouyn-Noranda Huskies had. "Winning The Mem Cup in you own back yard is special" Tyler said. Playing in front of your family and friends on that level is somthing that comes once in a life time. Being on a national scale elevated Tyler's play and made him a key role player to the Huskies...

Chantal Brine​ & Kelly Bent join The High Button​ podcast to talk about EnPoint​. A company started here in the Maritimes by Chantal to help athletes and foreign students find their passion and turn it into a career. Kelly, being an ex Halifax Moosehead, say's EnPoint has helped him focus on a career path after hockey and wants to help others in his situation down the line. Great Listen Ep. #206

Mike Couch joins The High Button Podcast to talk about life as a pro hockey player and the behind the scenes life that comes with it. Battling addiction is somthing Mike's lived with for a good portion of his life. Now living in a post career hockey world, Mike shares stories about overcoming adversity and living a more healthy lifestyle. Staying involved in the game, making friendships and reachi...

Jake Bullen​ joins The High Button​ to talk about growing up in Eastern Shore and becoming one of the most successful hockey players to come out of his community. Playing for The Royal Military College in Kingston Ont, Jake said he learned valuable lessons & made friendships that will last a lifetime. Also playing for Halifax Macs Major Midget​, he talks about the best year of his hockey career an...

#203 Mitch Comeau, Ian Watt & Family by High Button Sports

Liam Oxner​ joins the High Button podcast to talk about his Telus Cup experience and his hockey Journey that led him to a successful midget career. Liam says there was something special about this year‘s team, everyone bought into a system that worked out for them in the end. "Teams that come together and stay close are usually the ones that end up going the distance" Liam says. Great listen for a...

Wayne Bedecki​ sits down and talks about his recent decision to live a sober life. In the entertainment industry the temptation to live an unhealthy lifestyle can be hard to ignore. Wayne says the music community has supported him and his decision to live a sober lifestyle. Also, Wayne will be playing the role of Danny Zuko in the hit musical Grease that is being performed in Cape Breton this summ...

Today on the High Button podcast, we mixed it up. We hit the road to the home of Canadian rap legend, Classified. Class talks about his twenty year rap career thus far and how the fame hasn't changed him as a person. His humbleness and small town mind set has helped pave his own lane and while he remains loyal to his roots he hasn't shied away from travelling the world performing. We also touch on...

Georges Laraque stops by The High Button​ to talk about his NHL career, community work & exclusive stories. Growing up in Quebec, Georges says he never watched hockey, he always desired to play outside instead. Also talking about how the media tricked him in Edmonton, and how he ended an opposing players career with one punch. Michel Therrien Junior stories, Sidney Crosby stories, Being coached by...

Jules-Edy Laraque stops by The High Button​ to talk about his childhood in Quebec, growing up with a famous NHL brother and having an amazing QMJHL career. Jules also shares stories from visiting Haiti and becoming a police officer right here in the HRM. Also behind the scene stories from getting to travel with his brother on NHL chartered planes, going on road trips and getting to practice with s...

Luke Parker​ joins The High Button to talk about his adventures around the world as a lacrosse player. Also coaching the Jr A Dartmouth Bandits and winning the league championship 3 years in a row. From growing the game of lacrosse in Nova Scotia back when he was 12 to now, Luke says the game has changed for the better and is only getting more entertaining to watch and coach. Great Listen Ep. #197

Andy Hay joins The High Button to talk about his journey as one of Canada's top chefs. In 2018 Andy was the runner up in MasterChef Canada and instantly became a fan favourite by creating local inspired dishes. Now, Andy has opened up his own shop, here on the east coast and is learning day by day on how to operate a kitchen. A great listen for anyone trying to dive into something they're passiona...

Stefan Strecko stops by The High Button to talk about life with Cystic Fibrosis and how he's enjoying his life everyday. Growing up with CF doesn't stop Stefan from living a full life, being involved with boxing, power lifting and other activities, this allows Stefan to keep his mind off the disease and live happily. Also beating testicular cancer, how to stay positive and creating the life you wa...