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The Start

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The Start is Winnipeg's podcast. Each and every day 680 CJOB's Mackling & Megarry break down the biggest stories of the day from politics to pop culture. If it matters to Manitobans you will hear about it on The Start. 45 minutes a day every weekday.

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Latest episode

Jul 10, 2026

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Episodes

Triskaidekaphobia 13.12.2024

Greg and Sam talk about Triskaidekaphobia, when do you think "Christmas season" starts, and get a visit from the Clayman!

Sage Advice... 11.12.2024

Greg and Sam talk about sage advice, it's time for RRC Polytech's monthly visit, and we discuss the growing mistrust of media, with Prof. Jesse Holcomb.

Chi-Chi's is Back!!! 07.12.2024

Greg and Sam talk Chi-Chis, deadlines, and Winnipeg Ghostbusters!

The Buck Leaves Here 04.12.2024

THE WIND IS HOWWWWLING! And how was Giving Tuesday at Harvest Manitoba? (1:40); Listener uses Bobby Hull-signed stick to play street hockey -- Times we used valuable things in dumb ways (8:30); Times we used valuable things in dumb ways (15:30); Buck Pierce leaving the Bombers to be the new head coach in BC (17:35); Weekly Wednesday Jets chat - Ken Wiebe (26:25); Giving Tuesday update from Harvest...

Giving Tuesday 03.12.2024

Brett is back with Greg! The guys talk about city funding, things we regret doing, Giving Tuesday and much, much more!

G is back with KK! 02.12.2024

Greg Mackling and Kathy Kennedy (in for Brett Megarry today) talk a CJOB exclusive with Richard Cloutier, how non-profits are affected by the postal strike, a chat with Brett Fitz and an update from Fill the Freightliner!!

It's A Miracle! 30.11.2024

ON LOCATION at St. Vital Centre for the Christmas Cheer Board Christmas Miracle! (0:30); Since we're asking for toy donations... Tell us a Toy Story! Memorable toys we've had, be it from childhood or adulthood (8:05); More with the Christmas Cheer Board and what the organization does (16:05); Christmas Cheer Board - Willy Dogs... his personal story of why he's donating (23:15); Memorable toys (33:...

Tip Drill 28.11.2024

Wildlife adventures with KK! (1:40); For the bags under her eyes, KK uses... WHAT??? Interesting tips & tricks that work surprisingly well (8:50); Small Town Salute - WHITEMOUTH HOLIDAY TRAIN! (16:15); David Peterson/Ex Dir of Exchange District Biz--shop local-shop the exchange! (24:20); Advance Electronics ahead of Black Friday! (31:30); Financial expert with Nerd Wallet Canada with some Black Fr...

Brat Winter 28.11.2024

And the Word of the Year is.........??? (1:40); Inspired by the story KK will tell at 7:05... WHEN TECH RUNS AMOK! (9:25); Yesterday at this time, it was Brett's compromised credit card. Today, it's KK's POSSESSED TV! (16:35); When tech runs amok (23:35); PWHL season launches on Saturday, with 25ish cities applying to have teams next season (26:15); Holiday work party dangers! (37:20); Weekly Wedn...

Thrift Shop 26.11.2024

SNOW IS HERE. WINTER IS HERE (0:40); Since we're talking 'Thriftmas' at 8:05, have you ever thrifted or re-gifted at this time of year? (7:50); BRETT'S CREDIT CARD IS COMPROMISED. Possibly out 800 bucks. PAY ATTENTION TO YOUR ACCOUNTS (13:40); Thrifting & re-gifting (21:00); Breakfast With The Bombers... BOB IRVING (23:45); Follow-up on Blazing Chicken Shack... Brett went to try it out, how was it...

To The Max! 25.11.2024

KK is in for Greg! Lottomax $80M jackpot did not go on Friday (1:40); Man shot and killed by police after officer stabbed in throat -- Police hold rare Sunday night news conference (8:00); Lottomax jackpot of $80M didn't go on Friday... What would you do with that kind of cash?? (15:05); New national show makes its debut today on CJOB and across the country at 2pm... We say hello to the host (22:1...

I'll Do It This Afternoon... 21.11.2024

Pull over to the right and stop:' first responders reminding drivers of emergency etiquette / CAA says Canadians are speeding in large number (1:40); Listener suggested we revisit PROCRASTINATION since Brett hadn't made appointment yet to swap tires for winter (9:40); Procrastination (17:05); Sad news from the Winnipeg Sea Bears - Chad Posthumus has died // Small Town Salute Tour of the MJHL... wi...

(Un)glamorous 20.11.2024

Greg's back! Weather warnings continue / Cancellations begin (0:40); Jets win! Sounds of the Game! (5:35); Greg's anniversary meal was pizza from Costco -- Unglamorous celebrations (12:20); U of M student angry about how Tuesday's incident was handled (18:10); Responding to some pushback from listeners on the U of M situation (29:35); Weekly Wednesday Jets chat - Ken Wiebe (36:55); Regina got hamm...

Waiting... 19.11.2024

Weather warnings / have you put your winter tires on? / WHAT IS UP WITH THE INCONSISTENT PRICE OF GAS (1:40); Winter storm warnings, watches, and special weather statements abound for much of Manitoba (9:00); Waiting 10 minutes for a coffee??? What are some annoying things you had to spend a lot of time WAITING (16:45); Throne speech preview - CJOB's Richard Cloutier (23:40); Breakfast With The Bo...

Best Laid Plans... 18.11.2024

GREY CUP. WE ARE SAD / Tyson vs Paul was a circus all around / Winter storm watch! (0:40); Environment Canada on winter storm watch (8:00); Bombers lose. Netflix crashes on fight night. BEST LAID PLANS (15:15); BOMBERS LOSE. Sounds of the Game (23:35); Bombers - Greg Mackling in Vancouver! (31:20); Sports! Bob Irving on the Grey Cup and the Tyson-Paul boxing fiasco (38:45); Bombers - Brady Oliveir...

Writing's On The Wall... 15.11.2024

Radiothon! Grey Cup weekend! Santa Claus Parade! (1:40); Sports superstitions... Sam is digging out the sweater he wore when the Bombers won in 2019 (9:45); GREY CUP Greg's interview with former Argo from Winnipeg who cheers for the Jets, and the ARGOS (18:15); GREY CUP - Derek with Brady Oliveira after winning Most Oustanding Player / Greg speaks to Bomber fans about the HORSE IN THE HOTEL (26:00...

My Hometown 14.11.2024

SAM BROWNELL MAKES HIS DEBUT ON THE START! (1:40); Brett tried multi-focal contact lenses, and it was weird. Times we tried to 'better' our health... did it work?? (8:35); Greg Mackling is on his way to the Grey Cup, and how was SPRINGSTEEN??? (15:40); Small Town Salute - Female Hockey Day in Stonewall on Sunday / Niverville Winterfest on Saturday / Sam worked in Dauphin before CJOB (23:00); Mackl...

Glory Days 13.11.2024

Bruce Springsteen tonight!!! FINALLY! (1:40); Shows & events you were dying to see, like Springsteen (9:10); GREY CUP! Greg & Derek Taylor (18:40); Canada Life Centre 20th anniversary! (27:15); GREY CUP! More with Derek Taylor, now in Vancouver (39:10); Pink Floyd: The Dark Side of the Moon experience at the Planetarium... is coming to an end!!! (42:40); Winning stories on events we were dying to...

Sports Saturday! 12.11.2024

BOMBERS! JETS! Brett blew it with the Rapid Transit (1:40); SOUNDS OF THE GAME...JETS V STARS... HOLY HELLEBUYCK (8:55); Bombers advance to the Grey Cup... Last-minute vacation??? (16:35); CUPW issues 72-hour strike notice to Canada Post (24:00); Breakfast With The Bombers... SOUNDS OF THE GAME... HERE WE GO BOMBERS...HERE WE GO! (30:25); A unique memorial spot for those who are cremated or aquama...

2 Start 2 Furious 08.11.2024

It's Gabby's last day before mat leave! / Bomber AND Jets tix to give away! Sam Brownell is shadowing / Greg is mad at his son / How are the roads? (1:40); JETS WIN AGAIN! Sounds of the Game! (8:40); Times you were furious with your kids, or when your parents were furious with you - cuz Greg is MAD at one of his boys (15:10); THE COUCH POTATOES! (23:20); Our last Gab with Gabby for a year! (30:25)...

Something In The Way 07.11.2024

How's the drive in today after yesterday's awful conditions? / Bryan Trottier / Jets / Bombers / Backcountry Women (1:40); Inspired by a song about breakups from our 9:05 guest, what's someTHING, not someONE, you had to break up with? (8:40); No Stone Left Alone ceremony sounds / Remembrance Day... listener was asking why are fewer people wearing poppies (15:50); Small Town Salute - a club one of...

A New Challenge 06.11.2024

WAKE UP! TRUMP! THE FOG! JETS! (1:40); Jets win... Again! Sounds of the Game (9:00); Cam is back after becoming a dad! Inspired by his new challenge (fatherhood), what's a new challenge you've taken on? (13:45); Donald Trump will be the next President of the United States — We speak to a Winnipegger now living in Colorado (20:35); Global's Reggie Cecchini in Washington D.C. (27:50); Monthly visit...

Today Is The Day 05.11.2024

ELECTION! / Murray Sinclair / Breakfast with the Bombers / Jets tickets up for grabs this week on Jets @ Noon, and on Friday on The Start! (1:40); Greg reads a passage from Murray Sinclair's book "Who We Are" (8:45); Ever been involved in the political process? Even in school? (16:55); U of M political expert on the U.S. election (23:35); Being a part of the political process (30:30); 7 BREAKFAST...

Election Eve 04.11.2024

Today on The Start Brett and Greg have the pre election talk, Greg made a dump run, we have a CJOB Exclusive and plenty more.

Take Care Of Your Teeth 01.11.2024

How many kids did you get for Halloween?? / Ross Levitan's Halloween treat power rankings (1:40); BOMBERS! Zach Collaros on Travis Kelce wearing his jersey, & some Brady Oliveira (9:35); Celebrating excellent customer service after Brett's wonderful experience at Safeway with a nice clerk named Jaylene (17:35); Mayor Scott Gillingham - Winnipeg city hall is gauging the public's appetite for potent...

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