The High Button Podcast

Billy Hartley​ joins The High Button​ to talk about his favorite Jr hockey memories playing in Yarmouth, life in Cape Breton as a Screaming Eagle and the ups & downs of trying to live out your dream. Billy talks about his minor hockey days playing on travel teams with the likes of local Nova Scotians Liam O'Brien​ & Nathan Mackinnon​ as well as some current NHL stars. "Hartsy" took a rare and unco...

#193 Halifax NLL, Pro Life & Next Year by High Button Sports

Scott Croxall​ joins The High Button​ to talk about his past weekend at Red Bull Crashed Ice in Boston representing Canada at Fenway Park. Also talking about his brand TeamLTD based out of his hometown Toronto. Scott shares stories about traveling the world with his brother Kyle Croxall​ and not taking for granted that they get to live the dream every day (no pun intended) Great Podcast Ep. #192

Jordan Reaves​ joins The High Button​ to talk about his transition from basketball into the CFL. Also growing up in a competitive household, Jordan is the brother of NHL player Ryan Reaves of the Vegas Golden Knights. Jordan tells stories about his childhood and how creating an environment you're not comfortable in can push you to greatness. Scott Oake as his neighbour, his dad winning a Grey cup,...

Justin Belanger​ & Matthew Doudelet​ talk about the past year and learning from their mistakes. Starting a podcast and a company can come with challenges, but battling through adversity can make all the difference. Also talking about childhood stories, fights and conflicts. Great Listen Ep. #190

Callum Mayer​ & Matt English​ join The High Button to talk about their job at KINDUCT. Kinduct is an industry leading athlete intelligence and management system that enables you to turn data into actionable insights. Working with NHL, MLB and NFL teams, Matt & Callum share stories about working with professional orginization and how players are caring more and more about their performance. A great...

Eddie Robinson​ Joins The High Button​ to talk about road trips in the NBA and the first time he flew in a helicopter. Also talking about the time he ran into James Brown at a hotel in New York and who was with him. Partying in LA, Mcdonald's before the game and who has the hottest NBA cheer leaders. Great listen for an inside look into the NBA. Ep #188 out now!

Brett Evans​ joins The High Button to talk about his past, present and future in regards to cannabis and everything that surrounds it. Growing up in The North End of Halifax, Brett shares stories about being a Marijuana Activist and having one of the best years of his life. Now, Brett considers himself an entrepreneur, starting a company called The Doob Tool. A great listen for anyone looking to s...

Quake Matthews​ joins The High Button​ to talk about his success and everything that comes with it. Growing up in Fairview, Quake shares stories from his childhood and the moment he knew he'd be an entertainer. Also, talking about his first rap battle and how he hates the feeling of losing. A great listen for everyone looking to start a career in the rap game. Ep #186

#185 Tyree Haley, All Things In Time & Post 30 by High Button Sports

Fresh off his first NHL goal, Ryan Graves​ joins The High Button​ to talk about his experience in the NHL so far and how he plans to stay there. Growing up in Yarmouth, Nova Scotia, Ryan talks about his community support and how he's thankful for all the kind messages he's been receiving. Also chatting about The Avalanche dressing room, who he sits next to and who's given him the most advice while...

Aaron Hoyles​ joins the show to talk about his adventures at St. FX University and the road he's taken to get there. Growing up in Gander Newfoundland, Aaron traveled 4 hours each way just to get to practice as a kid. Sharing stories about the commitment his family had to make in order for him to see success and how he's forever indebted to his parents. Also, recently taking a trip the the middle...

Cory Urquhart stops by The High Button​ to talk about his restaurant Envie and his spectacular hockey career. The skill sets of an entrepreneur can relate to the skills sets of being an athlete, being able to manage and operate a staff comes natural to Cory due to his past athletic experiences. Also talking about being drafted by the Montreal Canadians and playing hockey around the world. Very coo...

Pat Stay joins The High Button​ to talk about his career as a world class battle rapper. Growing up in Nova Scotia and battling locally as a teenager, Pat realized he had a skill set that could take him around the world. Taking advantage of every opportunity thrown his way, Pat began to develop his own style that can not be replicated by anyone in his craft. Making him one of the most interesting...

Tyler Hinam​ joins The High Button​ to talk about his season so far playing for The Rouyn-Noranda Huskies in the QMJHL. He shares his new pregame meal since the loss of the team's grilled cheese maker, being on a first place team, and what his plans are for the holidays. Making a push for the Memorial Cup, Tyler talks about the team preparation and what sacrifices a team has to make in order to wi...

Matt Anthony​ joins The High Button​ to talk about his season so far at Newbridge Academy. Coaching & guiding a young group of men at Newbridge can come with responsibilities, Matt shares his secrets to success when making the decision between NCAA or Major Junior. Also talking about Shane Bowers & Jared McIsaac on representing Canada and Nova Scotia at the 2019 IIHF World Junior Championship this...

Zach Fucale joins The High Button​ to talk about his life as a professional hockey goalie. Sharing stories about playing for the Halifax Mooseheads, winning a Memorial Cup and a Gold Medal at the World Juniors. Now, living in Fort Wayne Indiana, Zach talks about the transition from junior to pro hockey and how to stay thankful waking up everyday doing something that he loves. Great Episode #178

Mike Danton​ talks about the new NHL and the salaries that are being handed out to the young up and comers. Also touching on the fight that happened during the St. Louis Blue practice the other day, and how things like that can be good for a team. Mike's son also played in the Halifax Mooseheads first intermission game last week and talks about it being a cool experience for him and his son. All t...

Lucas Dower​ joins The High Button​ to talk about the NBA and how they do an amazing job as selling personalities. Also attracting attention to yourself or your company is easier than you think, Marketing 101. Growing up in Newfoundland, Lucas shares stories of Christmas carolling and welcoming strangers into his house with open arms. Great listen Ep. #176

Ben Stephen​ joins The High Button​ to talk about the up's and down's of his hockey career. Taking the initiative and calling the GM of a hockey team to ask to try out is something Ben did that changed the direction of his life. Showing that all you need is one opportunity to take advantage of can put you on a new path that can make all the difference. Also growing up in a fishing family, Ben shar...

Anton, Triston and Tanner Manson​ join The High Button​ to talk about growing up in a classic Canadian Hockey family. Sharing stories about competing against one another on the back deck, to accidentally sliding through a septic tank in the back yard. Also talking about the biggest fights they've been in on the ice and the feeling you get when you knock your competition out cold. Great Listen from...

Coady Lee​ joins The High Button​ to talk about his love for dog mushing and raising puppies to race. Taking care of 20 dogs at a time would seem stressful to most people, but Coady has found passion and drive with what he dose and says he'll be doing this for the rest of his life. Having a 300 mile race coming up, Coady and Justin talk about preparation and what the dogs need in order to last 300...

Tanner Manson​ joins The High Button to talk about his come up through the ranks in Hockey Nova Scotia and growing up with 2 brothers and his father who all played in the QMJHL. Making a name for himself at an early age and becoming one of the best two way hockey players this Province has ever seen. Also talking about playing lacrosse and how everyone must try our National sport at least once. Gre...

Jeremy Naugler​ and Justin Belanger​ sit down and chat about Barber life and what it takes to be consistent in the business. Also sharing stories about awkward conversation in the barber chair and how giving life advice to clients can be tough at times. Having a passion for cutting hair can come with long hours, certain frustrations and headaches, Jeremy says he wouldn't change a thing about it an...

Adam Lowry joins The High Button to talk about his NHL career and the road he took to get there. Spending some time in Newfoundland, Adam talks about rats in his apartment building and moving into the Delta. Also talking about the two styles of play in the Western and Eastern Conference, and how he thinks he belongs in the West. Great conversation! Ep. #170