Episodes

  • Labour Day Classic Preview w/ Andrew Hoskins
    Aug 28 2025

    On hour one of the Big Show Plus, Garret Vander Ploeg and Aazam Ali Nanji are joined by Andrew Hoskins to preview the first matchup between the Stampeders and the Elks in the Labour Day Classic. Familiar faces on both sides will face their former organizations for the first time in this Battle of Alberta.

    (29:11) To wrap up the show, GVP and Aazam discuss the Jays bullpen and if it is good enough to win the American League and hopefully the World Series.

    The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Media Inc. or any affiliate.

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    45 mins
  • Rangers Season Preview with Colin Stephenson
    Aug 28 2025

    Hour 3 of the Big Show with George Rusic & Matt Rose is on demand! To kick off the hour, the guys are joined by Colin Stephenson to preview the season for the New York Rangers, with some major questions still unanswered. Could the Rangers be positioning themselves to make a huge offer to McDavid if he makes it to free agency?

    (36:15) Later on, George and Matt discuss the recent engagement between Travis Kelce and Taylor Swift, especially the surprise of the cost of the ring. Plus, some ground rules for the fantasy football league with the listeners.

    The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Media Inc. or any affiliate.

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    47 mins
  • Brent Krahn on the Future of Rasmus Andersson
    Aug 28 2025

    Hour 2 of the Big Show with George Rusic & Matt Rose is on demand! To kick off the hour, Brent Krahn joins George and Matt for the entire hour, and they begin by chatting about the latest comments by Flames captain Mikael Backlund on Rasmus Andersson's future.

    (21:54) Later on, George, Matt, and Brent discuss Connor McDavid's comments on his contract negotiations as his future with the Edmonton Oilers remains uncertain.

    The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Media Inc. or any affiliate.

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    44 mins
  • Blue Jays With Another Comeback Win + The Rose Report
    Aug 28 2025

    Hour 1 of the Big Show with George Rusic & Matt Rose is on demand! To kick off the show, George and Matt dive into the Blue Jays big comeback win in the rubber match against the Twins. Plus, reactions to the Team Canada interviews at the Olympic orientation.

    (29:42) Later on, Matty Rose gets you all caught up on the world of sports in the Rose Report!

    The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Media Inc. or any affiliate.

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    52 mins
  • NHL Wishlist + Ryder Cup Announcement
    Aug 27 2025

    On hour one of the Big Show Plus, Garret Vander Ploeg and Aazam Ali Nanji dive into their NHL wishlist for the upcoming season, from what the potential storylines could be in the NHL. Will we see Crosby moved, or will McDavid resign with the Oilers?

    (31:16) To wrap up the show, GVP and Aazam discuss the Toronto Blue Jays bullpen as they close out the series against the Twins. Plus, reactions to the Ryder Cup announcement that sees Keegan Bradley not choosing himself.

    The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Media Inc. or any affiliate.

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    45 mins
  • Islanders Preview w/ Stefen Rosner + Ryan Leslie's Farewell
    Aug 27 2025

    Hour 3 of the Big Show with George Rusic & Matt Rose is on demand! To kick off the hour George and Matt are joined by Stefen Rosner to get the latest on the New York Islanders after drafting Matthew Shchaefer first overall in the 2025 NHL Draft and expectations heading into the 2025/2026 season.

    (21:46) Later on, the guys are joined by Ryan Leslie after his announcement on his new chapter in his career as he joins the Toronto Maple Leafs as their new host.

    The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Media Inc. or any affiliate.

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    48 mins
  • Dave Dickenson on Sweeping Season Series against the Riders
    Aug 27 2025

    Hour 2 of the Big Show with George Rusic & Matt Rose is on demand! To kick off the hour, they go through the Top 25 players in the NHL who are 25 and under. Matt, GVP, and Aazam give their top 10 before George reveals the full list.

    (20:03) Later on, Stampeders head coach and general manager Dave Dickenson joins the show after his team sweeps the season series against the Riders, and focusing in on the Labour Day Classic against their arch rivals, the Edmonton Elks.

    The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Media Inc. or any affiliate.

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    46 mins
  • Another Blown Game for the Jays + The Rose Report!
    Aug 27 2025

    Hour 1 of the Big Show with George Rusic & Matt Rose is on demand! To kick off show the guys discuss another blown save for Jeff Hoffman as the Jays fall to the Twins on Tuesday night. Plus, a new challenge was presented by George for Matt and producers GVP and Aazam.

    (26:44) Later on, Matty Rose gets you all caught up on the world of sports in the Rose Report!

    The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Media Inc. or any affiliate.

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    53 mins