The High Button Podcast

Jill and Brennan Saulnier stop by The High Button to talk about growing up in Halifax and traveling the world playing the game they love. Jill talking about her recent experience at the Olympics, and Brennan talking about his College career in Alabama. Two siblings spending time apart from one another over the years can be hard at times they say. Having both of them together in one room sharing st...

Today on The High Button Podcast, Patrick Busby from ProEdge Sports Conditioning joins the show to talk about training some of the most talented athletes in Nova Scotia. Patrick also discusses healthy living habits and how everyone can enhance their lifestyle by making a few healthier choices on a daily basis. Great podcast #143

Eddie Robinson stops by The High Button studio to talk about his career in the NBA and his new job at Newbridge academy. Coming from Flint Michigan, Eddie had a rough upbringing, he shares stories on how he persevered in life even though the distractions of drugs and street life surrounded him every day. From signing his first NBA contract to partying in the club with Michael Jordan, Eddie gives a...

Stephen Dixon joins the show to talk about the friends he's made, the lessons he's learned and the world travel he's done through the game of hockey. Also playing in the World Juniors representing Canada twice, Stephen shares his experience on the big stage and how to focus on the task at hand. Playing with some legendary players, Dixon talks about his favorite teammates and stories he's made alon...

Matthew Highmore stops by The High Button to talk about life in "The Windy City", playing in the AHL, for the Rockford IceHogs​ and the ups and downs of climbing the professional hockey ladder. An un-drafted signee of the Chicago Blackhawks​, Matt is a perfect example of perseverance and following your passion. Great listen! #139

#138, Luc Poirier, Tough Injury & Battle Through by High Button Sports

Stephen MacAulay stops by The High Button to talk about life in Florida and his historic junior hockey career. Also playing with world class talent, and winning championships can lead to some great stories. Stephen shares all when it comes to life as a pro hockey player and being able to stay focused on the game he loves. Great listen Ep. #137

Max Alexander joins the High Button to talk about his love for entrepreneurship and how he stays motivated. Talking about passion, creativity & visualization, Max gives great advice on how to stay motivated when going through the ups and downs. A great listen for anyone looking to start a business or side hustle. Ep. #136

Andrew Wigg​ joins The High Button to talk about his NCAA experience and the options available for kids these days. Also, touching on what it takes to be a successful student athlete and the commitment thats necessary. Wigg is a prime example of someone who never gives up. Thus paving the way to a long and memorable career as a hockey player. Ep.#134

Alex Drover stops by and talks about this past QMJHL draft and how he's preparing for next season. Being drafted 10th overall by Cape Breton can come with pressure, but Alex talks about his development and how he plans to take on that pressure. Also talking about his favourite movies and NHL players, all that and more here on The High Button Podcast. Ep. #134

André & Joe Laleune join the High Button Podcast to talk about their lacrosse careers that have taken them far and wide. From representing Nova Scotia to winning National Championships, these two share stories on keys to success in the game of lacrosse. Loving the sport at a early age allowed them to succeed in the game later in life, and boy did it pay off! Great Listen Ep. #133

#132 Konrad Abeltshauser, Mooseheads & PRO HOCKEY by High Button Sports

Liam O'Brien shares stories from playing in the NHL, and how he earned his first NHL contract. Also sharing stories about Ovechkin at dinner and how the AHL, and NHL can be night and day. From playing his first game to where he is now, Liam gives the listeners a great behind the scenes look at what life is like traveling from city to city playing in front of 20,000 people a night. One of our best...

Boko Imama talks about living in California playing professional hockey and being a responsible rookie. Playing in his first year pro, Boko talks about the lifestyle in Los Angeles and how he stays professional through all the distractions. Also talking about his infamous fight in Halifax a couple years ago and how everything on the ice stays on the ice. A stand up podcast for a stand up guy, grea...

Playing with confidence allows Matt Welsh to give his team a chance to win every night. Matt stops by the show to talk about playing in Charlottetown and playing for one of the best orginization in the QMJHL. He shares stories from some of the best players he's played with and against. Also what he's looking forward to most about next year, and how he's developing into a better goalie every day. G...

Dave Merheje and Matthew Arab sit down at The High Button to talk about the art form of performing in front of an audience. Whether you rap or perform stand up comedy, you need a certain skill set that these two have. Dave, coming all the way from New York, talks about life as a stand up comedian, and traveling from city to city. Also dealing with hecklers in the crowd and how to cope with a bad s...

#127 Brett Himmelman , Canadian Sprint Canoer & World Travel by High Button Sports

#126 Austin Ermes, Video Editing & DM Game by High Button Sports

Chris Ivanko joins the podcast to discuss reffing at the QMJHL level and how to have thick skin while doing so. From playing the game he loved to now reffing it, Chris gives the listens an inside look at the life of the referee and how the season can be a grind. Also some stories from back in his playing day, and being on the ice with NHL future stars. All that and more here on The High Button. #1...

Wayne Bedecki shares stories from being drafted 1st overall in the Junior A Draft when he was younger, and everyone that showed up on draft day. From living in Cape Breton to moving to Halifax at a young age, Wayne talks about the transition from a smaller community to a bigger city. Also discussing his music career, and by putting yourself out there, it can make all the difference. Great listen #...

Jordan & Taylor Burke join Justin Belanger to talk about growing up in a hockey family and taking the game more serious as time goes on. From being drafted in the first round in the QMJHL to being put in a trailer park in PEI. Also the sacrifices teams must make in order to play as one unit. 6am run's in the middle of a Quebec winter and puke buckets on the ice can create for good stories. All tha...

Trey Lewis & Brad Cuzner sit down with The High Button​ to talk about the transition from rivalries to brotherhood. The bumpy road from the Maritimes to the next level, and the many directions it could take you. Playing for the Halifax Mooseheads, to AUS to the pros. Its never an easy route but these boys show us how to have fun along the way. Also, they both recently signed their contracts to pla...

The game of hockey has taken Ryan Penny far and wide. From being traded in the middle of a Quebec snow storm, to 21 day road trips, Ryan knows what it takes to play at the professional level. Also playing for Moncton and Rouyn in the QMJHL, he talks about the differences between the two teams and making the best of the opportunities thrown at you. Also stories about last minute packing, and a funn...

Luke Green is here at The High Button to talk about his NHL draft experience and what it takes to play at that level. Being drafted first overall in the QMJHL can come with pressure, but Luke gives his advice on how to handle any pressure thrown your way. Growing up with his brother Matt, he talks about a bond they share that pushes them both to be better in all aspects of life. Winnipeg is lucky...

Without a question, this was one of the more inspirational podcast in High Button history. Sawyer Hannay talks about his transition from athletics to business and how every athlete has the same fire inside them to make the switch. Sawyer founded Country Liberty and shares his story on how he started out to where the company is now. Also Halifax Moosehead stories and being drafted by the Vancouver...