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The People’s Show

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Evolving beyond your regular afternoon drive show, The People’s Show will touch on the topics that live at the crossroads of sports and culture. Anchored by Bik Nizzar, The People’s Show will tackle the headlines that impact the diverse communities across Vancouver.

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Latest episode

Jul 2, 2026

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Episodes

Canucks Brunch: Miller is Back in Town 28.10.2025

Josh and Lina host another episode of Canucks Brunch, breaking down the Canucks morning skate before their matchup with J.T. Miller and the New York Rangers tonight. They chat about the possibilities of fireworks between the two teams, how the fans will react and more. Afterwards, the show gets to In or Out with your submissions! This podcast is produced by Arash Memarzadeh and Elan Chark. The vie...

Elias Pettersson is BACK & Axel Schuster Talks Whitecaps 27.10.2025

Josh Elliott-Wolfe and Dominic Šramaty host. Josh & Dom open the show discussing the Vancouver Canucks. Is Elias Pettersson officially back? Are the Canucks a playoff team at this point? The guys discuss adding Pavel Zacha and what it would take to get him. Do the Canucks trade or extend Sherwood? Then, Vancouver Whitecaps CEO & Sporting Director Axel Schuster joins the show. Axel talks game one v...

Canucks Brunch: Ice Time Mania! 23.10.2025

Josh and Lina host another episode of Canucks Brunch breaking down the tail end of the Canucks road trip against the Nashville Predators tonight, along with being curious about how much ice time Elias Pettersson will get after the criticism aimed at his deployment the last few days. They then take your submissions for Flip It Friday, from keeping Kiefer Sherwood to umbrella discourse. This podcast...

Canucks Crash Back to Earth 22.10.2025

After a promising three-win stretch, the Canucks crash back to earth with a tough loss in Pittsburgh. Bik Nizzar and the crew dissect what’s next for Vancouver, from management’s lack of recognition to puzzling line deployments. Play-by-play voice Brendan Batchelor joins to break down the team’s struggles, Quinn Hughes’ quiet start, and whether Adam Foote needs to rethink his high-event approach....

Canucks Brunch with Josh and Lina: Play Pettersson More 22.10.2025

Josh and Lina react to the Canucks 5-1 loss against the Pittsburgh Penguins and how Adam Foote deployed his lines. They take issue with how small Elias Pettersson's time on ice was. They get into cap or no cap and answer your most pressing Canucks questions. This podcast is produced by Arash Memarzadeh and Elan Chark. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and gues...

Canucks Depth Tested 20.10.2025

In this episode of The People’s Show , Bik Nizzar dives into the Vancouver Canucks’ growing injury crisis, with their centers dropping like flies just six games into the season. The team’s desperation for help down the middle has rival GMs smelling opportunity, leaving Allvin and company facing one of their toughest roster decisions yet. Sho Ali joins to preview Game 7 between the Blue Jays and Ma...

Buster Olney on Who Will Win ALCS + Bik 6 17.10.2025

Bik opens the show discussing the Canucks big win in Dallas. Then, it's time for NFL Week 7 picks, in 'Bik 6'. Later, Bik is joined by ESPN MLB reporter, Buster Olney. The guys talk Blue Jays vs Mariners, and where the series stands heading into Game 5. Plus, they preview the pitching matchups and Buster gives his series prediction. The show ends with 'Guys naming dudes' (Killer instinct athletes)...

Three Games and Game Three 15.10.2025

Bik Nizzar is joined by Curtis Rodgers of Seattle Sports to set up Game 3 of the ALCS. Bik, Arash, and Dominic react to the Canucks current predicament. They unpack some of the NFLs biggest storylines in Fill in the blanks. This podcast is produced by Arash Memarzadeh and Elan Chark. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect t...

Starting the Season on the Wrong Foote 14.10.2025

On this episode of The People’s Show , Bik Nizzar breaks down the Vancouver Canucks’ sluggish start and why optimism around the team is fading fast. He questions whether the Canucks have truly outplayed anyone so far, highlighting their lack of puck control, underwhelming performances, even from Quinn Hughes and growing pressure ahead of the Rangers game. Jannik Hansen joins to share his thoughts...

Canucks Fall Flat In Edmonton 13.10.2025

Bik and Josh discuss the Canucks being outclassed in a 3-1 loss to the Oilers, with Thatcher Demko’s brilliance in net the lone bright spot on an otherwise dismal night. With Vancouver’s offense sputtering and McDavid exposing defensive mismatches, the pressure is on ahead of tonight’s clash with the Blues. Landon Ferraro and Jon Morosi join to break down Vancouver’s lineup dilemmas, the Jays’ Gam...

Arda Öcal Talks NHL Storylines 09.10.2025

It's gameday! Bik opens the show previewing the season for the Canucks. The vibes are different this season, but the pressure is at an all-time high for Adam Foote & Elias Pettersson. Arda Öcal joins the show. Arda talks McDavid's pursuit of the Cup, if the Panthers are being written off, his faith in certain teams, and the most drama filled Stanley Cup. Later, The Province journalist Patrick John...

Canucks Brunch: Prediction Time! 09.10.2025

Josh and Lina open the show with their Canucks predictions! Who will be the top five goal scorers? Plus, playoff predictions for each conference. Later, it's time for 'Cap or no cap', where Josh and Lina go through listener bold predictions and determine if they will happen. This podcast is produced by Arash Memarzadeh and Elan Chark. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of t...

McDiscount 06.10.2025

On this episode of The People’s Show , Bik Nizzar breaks down Connor McDavid’s new two-year, $12.5M AAV deal and what it means for the Oilers’ cap situation, roster construction, and Cup hopes. The crew debates whether Stuart Skinner can take the next step as Edmonton’s go-to goalie and how aging stars like Hyman and Nugent-Hopkins fit into the equation. Curtis Crabtree joins to talk Seahawks — fr...

Solomon Elimimian Talks CFL Rule Changes + Bik 6 03.10.2025

Bik open the show discussing which forwards should make the final roster for the Canucks. Then, Bik recaps Thursday Night Football, are the 49ers the team to beat in the NFC West? Ahead of his jersey retirement, former BC Lion, Solomon Elimimian joins the show. Solly talks about his time with the Lions, his duty as the president of the CFLPA, and his thoughts on the rule changes in the CFL. Plus,...

Making the Final Lineup Cuts + Gary Gramling Discusses NFL 02.10.2025

Bik Nizzar breaks down the final roster shortening for the Canucks. It's a good thing that Cootes didn't make the team, but where will he be in the list of call-ups? What shall the secondary special teams look like? Does a great preseason showing from EP40 mean he's "back?" In the second half, Gary Gramling joins to chat some NFL. Do the 49ers have a chance with another injury riddled year? Which...

Dan Rosen on Luke Hughes and the Pre-Season, Fill in the Blank and Canucks Superstitions 01.10.2025

On another episode of The People's Show, Bik Nizzar is joined by Dan Rosen of NHL.com to chat about the Luke Hughes extension in New Jersey, some of the lingering pre-season stories through the league, as well as looking across the Atlantic division teams. Afterwards, the show goes into Fill in the Blank, while finishing off with some of your very specific Canucks submitted superstitions.  This po...

Canucks Brunch With Josh & Lina: Youth Stock Rising 01.10.2025

On today’s Canucks Brunch, we dive into Stock Watch: Aatu Räty’s development has stalled, Vasily Kravtsov and P.O. Joseph are slipping, while Jonathan Lekkerimäki and Braeden Cootes are trending up with stronger showings. Arshdeep Bains remains on the bubble, flashing potential but not quite locking down an NHL spot. Plus, in “Cap or No Cap,” we tackle the latest roster and salary cap debates shap...

The Fallout From the Kaprizov Contract 30.09.2025

Bik Nizzar dives into Kirill Kaprizov’s record-setting $136M deal, what it means for the Minnesota Wild, and how it stacks up against Elias Pettersson’s $11.6M contract. He breaks down whether Vancouver fans should feel more confident about Quinn Hughes’ future deal and where Kaprizov ranks among the NHL’s elite. Plus, Bik reveals his latest NFL power rankings before welcoming Mark Schofield to an...

Ease Cootes In 29.09.2025

Bik Nizzar reacts to the hype surrounding Canucks prospect Braeden Cootes, whose impressive preseason as a first-round pick has earned him more time with the big club. Bik also revisits his takes from last week’s Buzzer/Bell. Later, Sportsnet’s Shoaib Alli joins the show to break down the Toronto Blue Jays’ chances after clinching the AL East. This podcast is produced by Arash Memarzadeh and Elan...

Are the Seahawks Legit, NFL Week 4 Preview, & 'Bik 6' 26.09.2025

Bik opens the show discussing the Seahawks win over the Cardinals on Thursday Night Football. Are the Seahawks legit contenders in the NFC West? Is Kyler Murray bad? Then, Bik gives his NFL Week 4 picks in 'Bik 6'. Later, NFL analyst for Yahoo, Frank Schwab joins the show to talk NFL. Frank weighs in on Sam Darnold, if Chiefs fans should be worried, TB Buc's Offense, and more on NFL Week 4! The sh...

Canucks Brunch: Can Cootes Play His Way Onto the NHL Squad? 26.09.2025

Josh Elliott-Wolfe and Lina Setaghian host Canucks Brunch on a Flip-it Friday. They get into the latest news, starting with Nils Hoglander being diagnosed with a sprained ankle. Who will be his replacement at the NHL level? Braeden Cootes has been given a long leash in the preseason, and will play tonight in a Top 6 role. Could he be a future answer to the Canucks center depth problems? Lastly Lin...

Pete Blackburn Previews the NHL Season 25.09.2025

Bik Nizzar is joined by Vancouver Giants General Manager Hnat Domenichelli. The guys discuss the Giants to begin the season, the top prospects coming back from NHL camp, and his first impressions of the team. Pete Blackburn joins the show. Pete talks about the NHL's parity this season, what teams are poised to take a step, his Kaprizov concerns, and new jerseys. Then, Bik makes his Thursday Night...

Mariners Clinch, Canucks in Abbotsford 24.09.2025

On this episode on The People's Show, Bik Nizzar is joined by Curtis Rogers of Seattle Sports to break down the Seattle Mariners clinching a post-season berth, what it means for the franchise and looking ahead into the fall. The show also touches on the Canucks ahead of their pre-season game in Abbotsford, who has the most to prove, finishing off with Fill In The Blank. This podcast is produced by...

Canucks Brunch: Who is “your guy” this season? 24.09.2025

Josh and Lina are back! They discuss who their, "that's my guy" player is for the Canucks this season. will Aatu Räty be the one to step up for the Canucks? Plus, it's 'Cap or no cap', where Josh and Lina answer listener submissions and tell you if it will happen or it wont. This podcast is produced by Arash Memarzadeh and Elan Chark. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of t...

Mark Schofield on NFL & The People's Hat Show 23.09.2025

Mark Schofield joins Bik Nizzar on The People's Show to chat about the previous week of NFL football, results from the weekend and what we can expect coming up in Week 4. Afterwards, the show breaks down some of the latest Canucks lineup news ahead of their pre-season game in Abbotsford on Wednesday, before going down a rabbit hole on some of the most famous hats in history. This podcast is produc...

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