1st and Now

With just over four weeks to go until all hands are on deck in Kamloops, Matt & Nik break down the Lions’ coaching staff announcements and preview what should be an intense defensive competition in camp. With Nathan Rourke set to begin a few days of offensive workouts, we speak with quarterback Chase Brice and wide receiver Stanley Berryhill in studio. We wrap it up as always with some trivia and Go For It Or Punt! TIMESTAMPS: ⁣ 0:00 - intro 4:11 - Lions 2026 coaching staff 9:46 - BC Lions defence preview 22:57 - Chase Brice interview 33:59 - Stanley Berryhill interview 47:39 - Kowalski’s Lions trivia 55:20 - Go for it or Punt

With just over six weeks until all hands are on deck for training camp in Kamloops, Matt and Nik are back to preview this week’s CFL Combine and Draft season with Assistant General Manager Rob Ralph. The boys talk with Rob on what the brass looks for at these events and how the process of evaluating draft prospects continues to evolve. We also begin to preview camp with a deep dive into the offence after last season’s record-breaking campaign. Can Bakes finally be completely stumped in trivia? Find out when we delve into Combine history! TIMESTAMPS: ⁣ 0:00 - intro 3:29 - draft picks & signings 11:51 - BC Lions offence preview 25:05 - Rob Ralph interview 42:16 - Kowalski’s Lions trivia 49:45 - Go for it or Punt

The off-season MARCHES on, as Matt & Nik bring you the latest in BC Lions land. Defensive tackle Casey Sayles joins the show to talk about his decision to move West and how it’s a perfect fit for him and his family. Sayles is excited to be re-united with defensive line coach Randy Melvin and a couple of former teammates. We also bring you a special version of BC Lions trivia after Bakes surpassed a big milestone with the organization. It wraps up with a very spirited version of ‘Go For It Or Punt.’ TIMESTAMPS: ⁣ 0:00 - intro 4:19 - BC Lions news and content 15:41 - Casey Sayles interview 35:07 - Kowalski's Lions trivia 45:33 - Go for it or Punt

Matt & Nik catch up with James Butler and Patrice Rene, two key players on the field and in the community. Along with looking ahead to a big 2026 season, the fellas talk about the importance of being community ambassadors and about the specific school programs they take part in, including Be More Than A Bystander sponsored by BCMEA. We also continue to hype up Touchdown Kelowna and some of the big Lion free agent additions of the last few weeks. We wrap things up with Canadian Super Bowl trivia and Go For It Or Punt. TIMESTAMPS: ⁣ 0:00 - intro 5:25 - Touchdown Kelowna news 10:21 - BC Lions signings 24:13 - BC Lions school visits 27:28 - James Butler interview 42:06 - Patrice Rene interview 54:46 - Kowalski's Lions trivia 1:02:11 - Go for it or Punt

With Kowalski on assignment at Super Bowl XL in the Bay Area, Baker is flying solo on this special weekend edition of 1st and Now. General manager Ryan Rigmaiden joins the show to discuss a variety of topics with our football team, including the re-signing of a few key veterans, the backup quarterback position, the pending departures of Jarell Broxton and Ayden Eberhardt, and a timeline for naming this year’s coaching staff. Riggs also talks about the steps taken in 2025 and how the organisation has something special to build on in its quest to bring a Grey Cup back to British Columbia. 0:00- Intro 4:28- Ryan Rigmaiden Interview 26:47- Extro and Lion recent signings

It’s a great time of the year for CFL talk! Matt and Nik break down Nathan Rourke’s multi-year contract extension and what it means for both the Lions franchise and quarterback record books. With the free agency period less than two weeks away, we discuss a busy time for key transactions and speak with Adam Konar, Chris Schleuger and Jonah Tavai on their respective new deals. And as always, we wrap things up with ‘Go For It or Punt.’ TIMESTAMPS: ⁣ 0:00 - intro 0:59 - Nathan Rourke extension 9:53 - BC Lions signings 16:56 - Free agency 20:32 - Adam Konar interview 30:02 - Chris Schleuger interview 39:46 - Jonah Tavai interview 53:38 - Go for it or Punt

Matt and Nik are back for another year of fun and hard-hitting BC Lions talk! On our maiden voyage of 2026, we recap Holiday activities and a busy couple of weeks of signings. TSN analyst and Canada Flag Football head coach Paul LaPolice stops by to talk about his Lions outlook for this season and how the squad is looking to build off of a solid bounce-back campaign. Lapo also gives an update on Canada’s quest to qualify for the Flag Football event at the 2028 Summer Olympic Games. We wrap things up with trivia and our always fun ‘Go For It Or Punt’ segment. TIMESTAMPS: ⁣ 0:00 - intro ⁣ 5:14 - CFL Winter Meetings⁣ 8:47 - BC Lions signings⁣ 20:41 - Paul LaPolice interview ⁣ 41:19 - Kowalski's BC Lions trivia ⁣ 49:16 - Go for it or Punt

It was an early Holiday present for BC Lions and CFL fans, as the 2026 schedule was dropped this week! In their finale of 2025, Matt and Nik break down some of the more exciting games of our 72nd season filled with big matchups. Justin Dunk from 3DownNation stops by to talk schedule, the Lions hanging on to Keon Hatcher Sr. and his website’s exciting news of the past week. To wrap it up, we have some Lions trivia, our Go For It Or Punt segment and some Holiday wishes. Thanks to all of our listeners for tuning in and we can’t wait to bring your even more next year. Go Lions! TIMESTAMPS: 0:00 - intro 1:46 - 2026 schedule breakdown 22:45 - Justin Dunk interview 54:16 - BC Lions signings, Keon Hatcher Sr. extension 1:00:01 - Kowalski's BC Lions trivia 1:04:33 - Go for it or Punt

Matt and Nik are back on what has been an exciting couple of days in Lions land. The fellas recap Monday’s Touchdown Kelowna announcements and look ahead to the two pivotal matchups with Calgary and Edmonton next summer. Jacob Bond knows a thing or two about the Apple Bowl from his time with the Okanagan Sun, The fullback recaps his rookie season and looks ahead to year two with the squad, which includes a return to Kelowna. We also bring back ‘Go For It Or Punt’ where Nik is excited about a new possible celebrity power couple and Matt educates people on how the NFL schedule works. It’s available wherever you get your podcasts! 0:00 - intro 0:56 - Touchdown Kelowna news 4:22 - Grey Cup week recap 10:57 - BC Lions free agent list 14:47 - Jacob Bond interview 34:27 - Kowalski's BC Lions trivia 38:34 - Go for it or Punt 47:38 - off-season show schedule

The boys welcome in the dynamic duo of The Moj & Giulio for a post-mortem on the Lions’ 2025 season and Western Final loss at Saskatchewan. While the ending wasn’t what we wanted, the fellas all agree that the future is bright with Buck Pierce and Nathan Rourke at the helm. They also discuss what needs to be done this off-season to get over the hump. Matt and Nik also look ahead to both Rourke’s and Mathieu Betts’ quest to come away with CFL hardware this week, plus break down who could be some potential candidates to represent Canada in Flag Football at the 2028 Los Angeles Olympics. TIMESTAMPS: 0:00 - Intro 0:24 - Western Final recap 12:21 - Moj & Giulio roundtbale 34:27 - CFL Awards 44:34 - 2028 Olympics Flag Football

The BC Lions have one last obstacle in front of them for the 112th Grey Cup. On this week’s episode of 1st and Now, Matt, MOJ & Nik zero in on the key areas to focus on against the Saskatchewan Roughriders. The boys also re-hash a thrilling and sometimes stressful win over Calgary in the Western Semi-Final and salute the awesome Lions fans for being noisy and making it fun. TIMESTAMPS: 0:00 - Intro 0:36 - Western Semi-Final recap 17:55 - Western Final preview - storylines 30:58- Western Final preview - matchups 38:51 - Kowalski’s BC Lions Trivia 47:50- Between the Lines with PlayNow

Playoffs? Talking about Playoffs?! The boys are back to break down all you need to know about Saturday’s Western Semi-Final. We have no shortage of storylines, as the Lions look to take down Calgary in November for a third time in four seasons. What key areas are most important? We have you covered. To cap it all, Nik’s famous trivia takes a look at the storied playoff history between these two Western rivals. TIMESTAMPS: 0:00 - Intro 2:38 - Week 21 at Saskatchewan recap 9:58 - BC Lions season in review 16;25 - Western Semi-Final preview - storylines 30:46 - Western Semi-Final preview - matchups 40:59 - Kowalski’s BC Lions Trivia 49:09- Between the Lines with PlayNow

Saskatchewan week! The Lions look for a sixth straight win and home field advantage in the Western Semi-Final, but will face a test against the league-leading Roughriders. TSN’s Matthew Scianitti joins the show to help preview this matchup and give some insight on the race for CFL Most Outstanding Player. Trivia takes us down crossover memory lane and the boys wrap it up with Cam Tucker from BCLC for a look at some of the lines to watch for in week 21. TIMESTAMPS: 0:00 - Intro 5:00 - Week 20 vs. Edmonton recap 13:53 - Matthew Scianitti Interview 30:06 - BC Lions awards nominees 35:26 - Week 21 at Saskatchewan preview 40:11 - Kowalski’s BC Lions Trivia 47:46 - Between the Lines with PlayNow

It’s been a big year for the offensive line! Left tackle Jarell Broxton joins the program LIVE from Surrey’s Brownsville Pub to discuss just that and the keys to a recent turnaround for the Lions. The boys also preview Friday’s big game with Edmonton, break down all of the crazy playoff scenarios and wrap up the program with some Survivor-style trivia and gaming lines to watch for with Cam Tucker from BCLC. TIMESTAMPS: 0:00 - Intro 3:38 - Bye Week, Calgary win recap 12:57 - Lions roster updates 17:15 - Jarell Broxton Interview 35:14 - Week 20 vs Edmonton preview 40:39 - Kowalski’s BC Lions Trivia 48:23 - Between the Lines with PlayNow

It’s another Calgary week! Matt, MOJ and Nik get you primed for The Gravy Bowl, as Saturday’s bash with the Calgary Stampeders comes with plenty at stake. Wide receiver Jevon Cottoy joins the show to talk about his pending return from injury, the keys to the recent turnaround and about his role as the Club’s World Vision ambassador and this Sunday’s 6K Walk For Water that will raise money for building a well in the Mahoo community in Kenya. We wrap things up with a little trivia and some of the betting lines to track with Cam Tucker from BCLC. TIMESTAMPS: 0:00 - Intro 1:51 - Week 17 vs. Toronto recap 14:39 - Jevon Cottoy interview 32:44 - Hayden Harris signing 36:33 - Week 18 vs. Calgary preview 41:52 - Kowalski's Trivia 49:10 - Between the Lines with PlayNow

The fellas were LIVE on location at Boston Pizza Guildford for a jam packed show. We recap a very busy week for the CFL and break down the CFL rule changes set to take effect next season. We are also joined by Lions fullback Riley Pickett and punter Carl Meyer, who break down the upcoming matchup with the Toronto Argonauts. TIMESTAMPS: 0:00 - Intro 3:22 - Week 16 at Calgary recap 8:43 - CFL rule changes discussion 17:38 - Riley Pickett interview 29:34 - Carl Meyer interview 41:29 - Kowalski's Trivia 49:22 - Between the Lines with PlayNow

Matt, MOJ & Nik preview Friday’s HUGE showdown for the BC Lions against the Calgary Stampeders. They break down the key storylines, including the Nathan Rourke/Vernon Adams Jr. QB matchup, with Stamps reporter Natasha Staniszewski. The fellas also talk about the impact of some newcomers on the defence and other key areas to watch for Friday night. We wrap it up with Cam Tucker from BCLC giving us the scoop on a few betting lines of the week. TIMESTAMPS: 0:00 - Intro 1:52 - Week 15 vs Ottawa recap 14:16 - Natasha Staniszewski interview 33:51 - Week 16 at Calgary preview 44:23 - Around the CFL 48:48 - Between the Lines with PlayNow

With a big rematch with Ottawa on the horizon, Matt, MOJ and Nik recap the shocking turn of events on Friday and what needs to be done to turn this Lions ship around with six games to play. REDBLACKS radio analyst Mike Sutherland joins the show to talk about how last week may have turned their fortunes around and how the squad has rallied behind quarterback Dustin Crum. We also have a college-themed trivia segment as we look ahead to our Campus Clash presented by Triple O’s Burgers. Tickets start at only $19! TIMESTAMPS: 0:00 - Intro 1:48 - Week 14 at Ottawa recap 13:13 - Mike Sutherland interview 29:58 - Around the CFL 40:30 - Kowalski’s BC Lions Trivia 50:02 - Between the Lines with PlayNow

The boys are back to preview a big Friday night battle in Ottawa and some possible lineup changes as the Lions look to get back on track. Lucky Whitehead joins the show from Virginia to talk about his life coaching high school football and raising chickens! Lucky also looks back on some of his best memories as a Lion, including touchdowns from Nathan Rourke and his famous stadium entrances. They wrap things up with a visit from Cam Tucker from BCLC on some of the lines to watch out for against the REDBLACKS. TIMESTAMPS: 0:00 - Intro 2:58 - Week 12 at Toronto recap 11:39 - Lucky Whitehead interview 32:48 - Week 14 at Ottawa preview 40:18 - Kowalski’s BC Lions Trivia 47:35 - Between the Lines with PlayNow

It’s Toronto week! Matt, Nik and the MOJ break down the matchup with 3DownNation’s J.C. Abbott, who also gives his thoughts on Nathan Rourke and a very much improved Lions offensive line through 11 games. Kowalski is back with his world famous trivia featuring some star receivers of the past from both the Lions and Boatmen. We wrap it up with BCLC's Cam Tucker and our weekly Between the Lines segment. TIMESTAMPS: 0:00 - Intro 2:38 – Week 11 vs Montreal recap 14:07 – J.C. Abbott interview 31:37 - Week 12 at Toronto preview 40:10 - Kowalski’s BC Lions Trivia 47:44 - Between the Lines with PlayNow

It’s another alumni special as Emmanuel 'Manny' Arceneaux joins the show LIVE from Boston Pizza Central City. Manny talks about his current life as a dad and youth coach, along with going down memory lane for some of his career highlights with the Lions. President Duane Vienneau stops by for a preview of what to expect at Saturday’s Show N’ Shine and all the exciting things happening at our expanded Backyard Party. TIMESTAMPS: 0:00 - Intro 5:42 - BC Lions vs. Hamilton Tiger-Cats recap 15:17 - Emmanuel Arceneaux Interview 34:51 - Kowalski’s BC Lions Trivia 41:48 - Show N' Shine Preview with Duane Vienneau 49:54 - Between the Lines with PlayNow

We are getting you primed for a big rematch in Hamilton! Matt, MOJ and Nik talk about keys to taking down the Ticats. 2011 Grey Cup champion Travis Lulay makes a guest appearance to talk about his thoughts on Nathan Rourke, former teammate Buck Pierce’s transition to head coach, and takes a trip down memory lane. Kowalski’s world-famous trivia returns, featuring Lion players with the longest names in team history. TIMESTAMPS: 0:00 - Intro 2:32 - BC Lions vs. Hamilton Tiger-Cats talk 10:55 - Travis Lulay Interview 35:09 - Around the CFL 42:22 - Kowalski’s BC Lions Trivia 49:16 - Between the Lines with PlayNow

We are getting you primed for the Hamilton Tiger-Cats and a special Family Traditions game this Sunday! Matt, MOJ and Nik talk about the keys to a Lions bounce-back, plus the group is excited to welcome legend Bryan Burnham to the show for two segments. Burnham looks back on some of the big catches of his career and what he loved most about suiting up in black and orange. The boys also talk to Cam Tucker from BCLC about some of the big lines available for Sunday’s tilt with the Ticats. TIMESTAMPS: 0:00 - Intro 0:33 – Week 7 vs. Saskatchewan recap 8:16 - Bryan Burnham Interview 39:43 - Week 8 vs. Hamilton preview 48:08 - Between the Lines with PlayNow

It’s Watermelon Smash week! The boys break down all of the key elements to watch for in Saturday’s home battle with the Saskarchewan Roughriders. The CFL on TSN’s Glen Suitor stops by for a preview and recaps a crazy weekend in Regina with the weather delays. Suits also discusses a hot start by the Calgary Stampeders in what is shaping up to be a crazy battle in the West. We wrap it all up with BCLC’s Between the Lines with Cam Tucker as Nathan Rourke’s MOP odds are shifting once again! TIMESTAMPS: 0:31 – Week 6 at Edmonton recap 14:58 - Glen Suitor Interview 34:32 - Week 7 vs. Saskatchewan preview 48:34 - Between the Lines with PlayNow

The boys were LIVE on location at Good Co. Granville to recap a clutch win in Montreal. MOJ is FIRED UP this week! Linebacker Josh Woods talks about his return to the lineup and life with the Lions in year five with a new coaching staff. Nathan Rourke makes an appearance to talk about the victory and just how much fun he has had in 2025 thus far! Kowalski’s world famous trivia and Between The Lines with Cam Tucker from BCLC wraps up the night as we look ahead to another big clash in Edmonton on Sunday.

The BC Lions are getting some potentially good news on the injury front ahead of Montreal on Saturday! The fellas discuss that and break down a big test with the East-leading Alouettes as Joey Alfieri from their content squad joins the program. This week’s trivia once again features an award-themed segment while we get some early week five lines from BCLC’s Cameron Tucker in Between The Lines. TIMESTAMPS: 0:00 - Intro 3:56 – Week 4 at Saskatchewan recap 14:29 – Joey Alfieri interview 28:18 - Week 5 at Montreal preview 40:30 - Kowalski’s BC Lions Trivia 49:01 - Between the Lines with PlayNow

We’re onto Saskatchewan. Matt, Moj and Nik get your primed for the BC Lions' crucial Week 4 test against the undefeated Saskatchewan Roughriders. Veteran broadcaster Rod Pedersen joins the show to set the mood from Riderville as the Watermelon-heads are off to a 3-0 start. Nik’s famous trivia takes a look at the Most Outstanding Canadians of the past quarter century as Canada Day is just around the corner! Cam Tucker from BCLC and PlayNow.com also stops by to break down Saturday's Week 4 tilt between BC and Saskatchewan, as well as the latest CFL MOP and futures odds. TIMESTAMPS: 0:00 - Intro 1:02 - Week 3 vs Winnipeg recap 13:49 - Rod Pedersen interview 32:08 - Week 4 at Saskatchewan preview 41:25 - Kowalski’s BC Lions Trivia 49:52 - Between the Lines with PlayNow

Matt, Nik and The MOJ are back to tee up Saturday’s big rematch with the Winnipeg Blue Bombers and what the BC Lions need to do in order to earn a split in the season series. The CFL on TSN’s Davis Sanchez joins the show for an overall look at both the Lions and the entire CFL through two weeks of action. We wrap up with Nik Kowalski’s famous trivia and a look at some of the betting lines to watch with Cam Tucker from BCLC and PLayNow.com. TIMESTAMPS: 0:00 - Intro 1:05 - Week 2 at Winnipeg recap 14:41 - Davis Sanchez interview 32:42 - Week 3 vs. Winnipeg preview 40:42 - Kowalski’s BC Lions Trivia 48:40 - Between the Lines with PlayNow

It’s Winnipeg week! Matt, Nik and MOJ start by recapping the big win over Edmonton last Saturday, which was another banger of a Concert Kickoff! MOJ is fired up over one key element of Thursday’s Bomber clas,h while the fellas also welcome in Darrin Bauming from Bonfire Sports for a look at what they’re saying in Manitoba ahead of this matchup. Nik’s famous trivia is Buck Pierce-themed as the head coach makes his return to Princess Auto Stadium. The fellas also bring in Cam Tucker from BCLC and PlayNow to discuss some noteworthy lines for the coming week in the CFL. 0:00 - intro 0:33 - Week 1 vs. Edmonton recap 13:45 - Week 2 at Winnipeg preview 23:25 - Darrin Bauming interview 39:45 - Kowalski’s BC Lions Trivia 50:11 - Between the Lines with PlayNow

Matt, Nik and The MOJ were LIVE at Good Co. on Main St. for a jam-packed week one edition of 1st and Now! Wide receiver Keon Hatcher and running back James Butler joined the show to look back at a solid training camp and discuss the excitement to chase a Grey Cup in 2025. The fellas get you primed for Saturday’s Concert Kickoff clash with the Elks and it all wraps up with the return of Kowalski’s famous trivia! 0:00 - Intro and Week 1 Preview 9:29 - Keon Hatcher Sr. interview 25:54 - James Butler interview 44:03 - Kowalski’s BC Lions Trivia 50:02 - Between the Lines with PlayNow

As we get set for the final couple of days in Kamloops, the fellas bring in Lions play-by-play man Bob “The Moj” Marjanovich for an overall look at training camp and what to expect for our pre-season clash in Edmonton later this week. The boys also have some fun with their road trip city rankings! We welcome back Cam Tucker from BCLC & PlayNow.com for a look at some new pre-season wagering lines and have our usual ‘Go For It Or Punt’ and “They Not Like Us’ segments. 0:00 - Intro 1:46 - Show announcements 2:28 - FanFest recap 4:18 - BC at Edmonton preview 8:50 - Bob Marjanovich interview 33:01 - Between the Lines with PlayNow 48:08 - Go For It Or Punt 52:45 - They Not Like Us

We have a game to recap! Matt and Nik are back on campus in Kamloops following 24 hours of fun at Bear Mountain Resort and Starlight Stadium. The fellas talk about solid performances in the pre-season opener and what to look forward to for the final 10 days of training camp. Assistant GM Rob Ralph joins the show to talk camp and what he sees from the Lions’ rookie Canadians so far. As always, we have our ‘Go For It Or Punt’ and ‘They Not Like Us’ segments to wrap it all up. TIMESTAMPS: 0:00 - Intro 1:46 - Show announcements 3:57 - Calgary vs. BC game recap 16:45 - Rob Ralph interview 35:38 - Go For It Or Punt 42:53 - They Not Like Us

One week into the Kamloops fun, Matt and Nik break down key camp battles shaping up and react to the exciting news of Snoop Dogg performing 2025 Concert Kickoff. VP of Football Operations Neil McEvoy joins the show to give a perspective on how the roster is shaping up and some camp memories from years past with the team. The fellas also bring our always-entertaining 'Go For It Or Punt' and 'They Not Like Us' segments, plus introduce Between The Lines with Cam Tucker from BCLC! 0:00 - Intro 1:11 - Snoop Dogg performing at Concert Kickoff 3:36 - Training Camp updates 14:21 - Between The Lines with Cam Tucker of PlayNow 25:06 - Neil McEvoy interview 44:56 - Go For It Or Punt 48:56 - They Not Like Us

Matt and Nik made it to Kamloops and are fired up for the start of another BC Lions training camp. Nathan Rourke sits down with the fellas to talk about a productive off-season of training, film study and being an ambassador for the club's community programs. Nathan also breaks down being with younger brother Kurtis on the night the San Francisco 49ers called his name at the NFL Draft. The boys preview some key camp battles and have some fun along the way! TIMESTAMPS: 2:53 - Pre-Training Camp media availabilities 9:34 - Training Camp positional battles 16:58 - Training Camp superlatives 24:55 - Nathan Rourke interview 47:44 - Go For It Or Punt 52:11 - They Not Like Us

With ONE WEEK remaining until we hit the field in Kamloops, Matt and Nik recap a productive CFL Draft and take a look at the BC Lions' defence heading into 2025. Hear from linebackers coach Glen Young on his football philosophy, history as a player that includes a Super Bowl appearance and his other talents. Ryan Phillips joins the show to discuss his new role on the coaching staff and how he sees his defensive backs shaping up. We have our usual fun segments, trivia, ‘Go For it or Punt’ and ‘They Not Like Us’ to wrap it all up! 2:02 - CFL Draft recap 12:38 - BC Lions 2025 defence preview 18:42 - Coach Glen Young interview 40:00 - Coach Ryan Phillips interview 57:22 - Trivia Time - Lions single-game touchdown record 1:01:29 - Go For It or Punt 1:07:31 - They Not Like Us

With less than two weeks to go until the Kamloops heat, Matt and Nik bring you a jam-packed episode of 1st and Now. We bring in special teams coordinator Cory McDiarmid for a stroll down memory lane from his first stint and a breakdown of the Lions’ important pieces on teams. The fellas also discuss their favourite game themes coming up this season and get ready for next Tuesday’s CFL and Global Drafts. 0:00 - Intro 3:58 - BC Lions 2025 Game Themes 17:58 - Coach Cory McDiarmid interview 36:03 - BC Lions 2025 special teams preview 44:45 - Trivia Time - CFL Draft history 52:18 - Go For It or Punt 57:42 - They Not Like Us

Matt and Nik are back and getting giddy with inside 30 days remaining until our first training camp practices in Kamloops. With the coaching staff trickling into the office, the fellas speak with offensive line coach Paul Charbonneau, running backs coach Kristian Matte and receivers coach/passing game coordinator Kevin Bourgoin. The boys also take a closer look at the offence and bring you our regular fun segments in this early April edition of 1st and Now. 0:00 - Intro 5:48 - Josh Banks retirement 7:43 - Jevon Cottoy becomes BC World Vision Ambassador 9:40 - Stewart Johnston introduced as CFL commissioner 13:23 - Coach Paul Charbonneau interview 20:30 - Coach Kristian Matte interview 26:38 - Coach Kevin Bourgoin interview 36:20 - BC Lions 2025 offence preview 47:31 - Trivia Time - CFL receiving touchdown leaders 57:08 - Go For It or Punt 1:01:05 - They Not Like Us

Matt and Nik are joined by a couple of off-season additions to the 2025 BC Lions roster. First, linebacker Micah Awe joins the show to talk about returning to the Lions, approaching 100 CFL games, playing at Texas Tech, and the different aspects of the state of Texas. Next, defensive back Deontai Williams discusses why he signed with BC, his father Roosevelt’s NFL and CFL playing days, and how Coach Buck Pierce may have been targetting Deontai in his first CFL start.

The Madness is just beginning! Matt and Nik preview this week’s CFL Combine and look ahead to some of the key training camp battles on the horizon. General manager Ryan Rigmaiden joins the show to talk about some of the things the squad is looking for in the Draft along with his expectations for training camp in Kamloops. 0:00 - Intro 8:11 - Rob Ralph promoted to assistant general manager 11:43 - Lions in Langford sells out 19:28 - Lions first-year American additions 24:44 - Ryan Rigmaiden interview 47:02 - Trivia Time - BC Lions draft picks 51:58 - Go For It or Punt 56:17 - They Not Like Us

What happens in Vegas doesn't stay in Vegas. The boys are back and Bakes is playing hurt after a few days of fun in Sin City. He and Nik bring you all the latest stories from Lions land, including an overall look at free agency and intriguing camp battles with TSN's Farhan Lalji. Our Go For It Or Punt and They Not Like Us segments go heavy on the 4 Nations Faceoff! 0:00 - intro 4:05 - Kristian Matte hired as RB coach 9:31 - David Mackie retirement 18:07 - Farhan Lalji interview 42:14 - Trivia Time - Longest-tenured BC Lions 47:00 - Go For It or Punt 54:39 - They Not Like Us

The boys are back to recap a busy first couple of days on the free agent front for your BC Lions. Bob "The Moj" Marjanovich stops by to talk about the new additions, the new coaching staff and what training camp battles he is excited about. The fellas also recap an eventful Super Bowl week where MOJ and Nik had boots on the ground in New Orleans, a city that Bakes is also quite familiar with. This episode has it all! 0:00 - intro 6:35 - 2025 Free Agency Recap 16:44 - Lions in Langford 19:11 - Bob Marjanovich interview 48:22 - Trivia Time - BC Lions Free Agency 53:48 - Go For It or Punt 58:15 - They Not Like Us

The offseason has kicked into high gear as free agency is just around the corner. Lions' analyst Giulio Caravatta joins Matt and Nik to break down the key re-signings so far and what the squad might look to address when the market opens. Giulio also gives a solid account of the current state of Canadian quarterbacks. The fellas also discuss their favourite parts of the 2025 schedule and branch out during the always-entertaining 'Go For It Or Punt' and 'They Not Like Us' segments. 0:00 - Intro 3:16 - 2025 schedule release 10:44 - Lions re-signings 15:28 - Arrow Up: Home Turf episodes 17:53 - Giulio Caravatta interview 39:00 - Debate: which U.S. state has the best CFL players? 43:48 - Go For It or Punt 55:22 - They Not Like Us

Bo Lokombo joins Matt and Nik on the heels of his retirement from football to recap some of his fondest memories as a Lion, both on and off the field. The linebacker leaves a lasting legacy as both a player and someone who gave back to his community, most recently as a proud ambassador for World Vision Canada.

In the 2025 season premiere of 1st and Now, Matt & Nik have plenty to talk about! From key player transactions to the coaching staff being assembled by Buck Pierce, the season prep. is in full force. The boys also talk with linebacker Josh Woods on both his injury recovery and the tragic fire situation in Los Angeles. To close it out, it’s an NFL-themed version of both ‘Go For It Or Punt’ or ‘They Not Like Us.’ 0:00 - Intro 1:34 - Dejon Allen trade 5:10 - Sean Whyte extension 6:40 - Garry Peters extension 9:16 - Tibo Debaillie extension 10:32 - Riley Pickett extension 12:16 - James Butler, RB signings 17:30 - BC coaching staff announcement 24:00 - Josh Woods interview 44:12 - Arrow Up update 46:23 - Go For It or Punt

Matt and Nik bring you the final episode of 2024 which happens to come on the same day 2023 Most Outstanding Defensive Player Mathieu Betts signed for two more years. The boys break that and a few other transactions down, talk about their favourite Christmas gifts of all time and have some fun with our 'Go For It Or Punt' and 'They Not Like Us' segments! Happy Holidays to all of our great listeners! 0:00 - Intro 0:55 - Mathieu Betts signs two-year extension 8:36 - BC Lions signings, pending free agents 20:24 - Arrow Up update 23:24 - Holiday season talk 26:05 - Go For It or Punt 33:36 - They Not Like Us

It's been a big week for the BC Lions as Buck Pierce was officially sworn in as the team's 28th head coach. Buck joins this week's episode to reflect on arriving in Canada nearly 20 years ago, his greatest Lion memories, rising through the coaching ranks in Winnipeg and he also answers questions from fans in our latest mailbag. Matt and Nik also give their thoughts on the hire and branch out in our Go For It Or Punt and a new segment titled "They Not Like Us." 0:00 - Intro, 0:32 - Buck Pierce announced as head coach, 11:52 - Vernon Adams Jr. trade, 18:17 - Buck Pierce interview, 41:13 - Go For It or Punt, 49:40 - They Not Like Us.