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Ep 91Boomsies E91: C.J. Nitkowski on MLB Postseason & Dan's On-Air Mishap

Dan O'Toole welcomes ex-pitcher and Rangers commentator C.J. Nitkowski to discuss the Rangers' journey to the World Series. Plus, Dan shares his memorable on-air slip-up.

Oct 25, 202343 min

Ep 90Boomsies E90: Maple Leafs' Goal Song Suggestions

Dan O'Toole offers some new goal song suggestions for the Maple Leafs! Plus, Dan weighs in on former A's pitcher Trevor May and his blowout with owner John Fisher.

Oct 18, 202344 min

Ep 89Boomsies E89: Blue Jays' Struggles, NHL Mishaps & Canadian Thanksgiving

Canadian Thanksgiving with Dan O'Toole! Dan offers insight into the struggles faced by the Blue Jays in their playoff journey and analyzes recent NHL mishaps. Plus, hear Dan's NHL picks for the Stanley Cup final.

Oct 11, 202340 min

Game 2 Instant Reaction: Twins Cut Short Blue Jays' Postseason

Dan O'Toole reacts to the Blue Jays' loss in Game 2 versus the Twins. Jose Berrios was pulled early, setting up a lot of what-ifs as the long offseason begins -- but what's certain is that Toronto needs more offensive firepower.

Oct 5, 202319 min

Instant Reaction: Blue Jays Bats Go Silent in Game 1 Loss to Twins

Dan O'Toole reacts following the Blue Jays' Game 1 loss to the Twins. Toronto's offense was lackluster, while Minnesota rookie Royce Lewis hit two home runs in a triumphant postseason debut.

Oct 4, 202326 min

Ep 88Boomsies E88: Usher Super Bowl Announcement & Ottawa Senators Training Camp Check

Dan O'Toole weighs in on the NFL's big announcement -- Usher (yes, Usher) will perform at the Super Bowl halftime show. Meanwhile, Dan keeps tabs on the Ottawa Senators' training camp and asks whether Woody Harrelson and Matthew McConaughey are long-lost twins.

Sep 27, 202340 min

Ep 87Boomsies E87: Mike Babcock Fallout & the Silent Farewell to Carey Price

Dan O'Toole discusses the fallout from Mike Babcock's actions. And Carey Price's career came to a quiet, sad ending, leaving fans reflecting on his journey.

Sep 20, 202341 min

Ep 86Boomsies E86: On the Road with Dan in Calgary

Hear Dan O'Toole's recap of Week 1 in the NFL and his thoughts on Aaron Rogers' injury. Plus, free agency news with Mike Trout in Toronto?

Sep 13, 202342 min

Ep 85Boomsies E85: Back-to-School Time & Ron the Cat's Return?

Dan O'Toole discusses how to fight through back-to-school fears and offers a long-awaited update on Ron the Cat. Plus, Dan may or may not have golfed with Sidney Crosby...find out in the latest installment of Boomsies!

Sep 6, 202338 min

Ep 84Boomsies E84: My Dinner with Theo Von

Dan O'Toole has the pleasure of dining with one of his dream guests -- Theo Von. The Subway takeover prompts a debate about what’s better: Subway or Arby’s? Dan also reminisces about the legendary Bob Barker.

Aug 30, 202341 min

Ep 83Boomsies E83: Exploring Canada's Orono Fair & Devouring Bizarre Festival Food

From deep-fried insects and exotic meats to bizarre flavor combinations and outrageous presentation, Dan is all Festival Food talk in the latest Boomsies! Plus, Dan's latest trip to the dentist reveals his top secret prep to help with a dentist visit.

Aug 23, 202342 min

Ep 82Boomsies E82: Failed Taylor Swift Canada Ticket Mission

Dan goes to great lengths to secure Taylor Swift tickets for her upcoming stop at Rogers Centre in Toronto. The recent discussion about aliens has Dan speculating that some NHL players might not be human at all. And Dan reflects on the FS1 launch, 10 years on.

Aug 16, 202340 min

Ep 81Boomsies E81: Former MLB Pitcher Ryan Dempster on Dueling with Barry Bonds & More

In this edition of Boomsies, Dan O'Toole welcomes former Canadian MLBer Ryan Dempster. Ryan dishes on whether Shohei Ohtani is the best baseball player ever, eating pizza with Will Ferrell on the mound, and challenging Barry Bonds.

Aug 9, 202343 min

Ep 80Boomsies E80: This Peppa Pig Live Show is a Travesty

Dan O'Toole asks what kind of money it takes to run a charity golf event and discusses Stomp the Stigma, a mental health awareness organization. Plus, a Peppa Pig Live review and remembering Paul Reubens aka Pee-wee Herman.

Aug 2, 202349 min

Ep 79Boomsies E79: These are the Same People but in Different Fonts

Dan O'Toole talks about sharing Christopher Nolan's air and asks why other people don't know how to organize their own dishes. Plus, why are movies so much better during flights compared to their terrestrial experience?

Jul 26, 202347 min

Ep 78Boomsies E78: Family Vacay & Stalking Connor McDavid

In this episode of Boomsies, Dan O'Toole reports from the West Coast BetRivers compound in British Columbia. The O’Toole family (sort of) ran into Connor McDavid at the airport and Dan’s daughters bet the ponies. Turns out, family trips are well worth the hassle.

Jul 19, 202341 min

Ep 77Boomsies E77: Sweat Wipers for My Sunglasses

On this installment of Boomsies, Dan O'Toole, Z-Money and Tim discuss what they did on summer vacation, and Dan reports on his first-ever pineapple experience. Plus, you'll hear from Calgary Stampede correspondent Natasha Staniszewski. Subscribe to the Boomsies with Dan O'Toole Podcast, presented by BetRivers.

Jul 12, 202351 min

Boomsies E76: Why is the NHL Draft Show So Bad?

On this episode of Boomsies, Dan O'Toole and Z-Money review the 2023 NHL Draft. Dan responds to listener messages, including one about the greatest TV theme song of all time.

Jul 5, 202341 min

Ep 75Boomsies E75: What kind of coffin would you order?

In this episode of Boomsies, Dan O'Toole breaks down yet another terrible NHL Award show. Plus, hear Dan’s thoughts on Tim Hortons along with some of the latest trends on buying coffins.

Jun 28, 202347 min

Ep 74Boomsies E74: NHL Draft Prospect or Video Game Character?

In this episode of Boomsies, Dan O'Toole golfs with Olympian Manuel Osborne-Paradis. Plus, can Dan tell the difference between NHL Draft Prospects and video game characters? Finally, Leroy talks Canadiana.

Jun 21, 202345 min

Ep 73Boomsies E73: Vegas Baby, Vegas!

On this episode of Boomsies, Dan O'Toole discusses the Vegas Golden Knights' triumph in the Stanley Cup Finals. Plus, thoughts on Nick Taylor's Canadian Open win and Boomsies Newsies.

Jun 14, 202351 min

Ep 71Boomsies E71: Eight Years to Fix Two Bridges?

Dan O'Toole talks about 90's nostalgia, neverending bridge construction, and Boston creams. He also reads fan emails -- and gives away the final CHL prize pack of the season!

May 31, 202345 min

Ep 70Boomsies E70: Hall of Fame Goaltender Eddie Belfour

In this episode of Boomsies! with Dan O'Toole, Hall of Fame goaltender Eddie Belfour joins the show. Plus, Dan’s daughter wants him to be an MMA fighter, ChatGPT should run the Leafs, and reactions to listener voicemails.

May 24, 202350 min

Ep 69Boomsies E69: The NHL Wants Leafs to Win the Stanley Cup

In this episode of Boomsies, Dan O'Toole breaks down the Leafs' exit from the NHL playoffs. He also wrestles with Remi (the cat) and discovers that The Weeknd is no more. You'll also hear his responses to your messages.

May 17, 202350 min

Ep 68Boomsies E68: Over-80 Hockey and Celebrity Sports Teams Owners

On this episode of Boomsies, Dan O'Toole welcomes former NHLer Jeremy Roenick. Dan also checks out the Boomsies Burger with a side of Over-80 hockey and has some thoughts on possible celebrity owners of the Ottawa Senators.

May 10, 202350 min

Ep 67Boomsies E67: Fire Up the Gordon Lightfoot Playlist

In this episode of Boomsies, Dan O'Toole remembers Gordon Lightfoot and reflects on the first round of the Stanley Cup Playoffs. And who wouldn’t want a Boomsies Burger?

May 3, 202346 min

Ep 65Boomsies Friday Fri-yay with Hockey Commentator Eddie Olczyk

Dan O'Toole welcomes hockey sportscaster Eddie Olczyk. Dan & Eddie discuss the Kraken, the NHL Playoffs, and the evolution of pro hockey. Plus, a preview of Kentucky Derby Week in Louisville.

Apr 21, 202336 min

Ep 65Boomsies E65: Pig Farm Memoir

In this episode of Boomsies, Dan O'Toole recounts the psychological impact of growing up on a pig farm. He also responds to your messages, recaps NHL playoff action, and dives into Boomsies Newsies.

Apr 19, 202345 min

Ep 64Boomsies Friday Fri-yay with Team Canada Manager Ernie Whitt

On this episode of Boomsies, Dan O'Toole welcomes original Blue Jays player and WBC Team Canada manager Ernie Whitt.

Apr 14, 202334 min

Ep 64Boomsies E64: Kevin Burkhardt's Rise to Rockstar NFL Announcer

In this episode of Boomsies, Dan O'Toole welcomes sports commentator Kevin Burkhardt. Kevin discusses his career as lead play-by-play announcer for NFL on Fox, talks about the thrill of throwing out the first pitch at a Mets game, and recalls bike rides with Dan in the South Bay.

Apr 12, 20231h 0m

Ep 63Boomsies Friday Fri-yay with Blue Jays' Dan Shulman

On this episode, Dan O'Toole interviews Blue Jays' play-by-play man Dan Shulman.

Apr 7, 202326 min

Ep 63Boomsies E63: Comedian Tom Green on His Rescue Dog Charley & Eminem

On this episode, Dan O'Toole chats with Canadian comedian Tom Green about returning to Canada, farming, and his dog Charley. Dan also responds to your voicemails and digs into the mysterious details of Z-Money’s origin story.

Apr 5, 202345 min

Ep 62Boomsies Friday Fri-yay with Dave Mercer on Fishing Scandals & More

On this Boomsies Friday Fri-yay, Dan O'Toole speaks with Dave Mercer of Dave Mercer’s Facts of Fishing. Dave talks about the first Canadian to ever win the Bassmaster Classic (Jeff Gustafson) and recaps the now-infamous Lake Erie walleye cheating scandal.

Mar 31, 202338 min

Ep 62Boomsies E62: It's Time for "CSI Tim Horton's"

On this episode of Boomsies, Dan O'Toole Dan is joined by former pro hockey player Steve Webb. He also responds to your emails, examines the new food options at Rogers Centre, and explores the Eaton Centre with his daughters.

Mar 29, 202358 min

Ep 61Boomsies Friday Fri-yay with Julie Stewart-Binks

On this Friday-Friyay Boomsies, Dan chats with sports broadcaster Julie Stewart-Binks about Jar Jar Binks and "Star Wars," Julie's favorite cities, and more.

Mar 23, 202347 min

Ep 61Boomsies E61: Rick Nash, Julie Stewart-Binks & an Airing of the Grievances

Dan O'Toole welcomes both former NHL number-1 overall pick Rick Nash and fellow sports broadcaster Julie Stewart-Binks to the show. Also, prepare yourself for Dan's airing of grievances.

Mar 22, 202344 min

Boomsies Friday Fri-yay - Dan welcomes broadcasting legend Jim Van Horne

Friday Fri-Yay with Canadian Broadcasting legend Jim Van Horne. JVH talks about what TSN was like at the beginning and what advice he has for aspiring broadcasters

Mar 16, 202332 min

Boomsies E60: It's St. Patrick's Day in Orono and the Jays are doing good things at Rogers Centre.

On this St. Patrick's Day episode of Boomsies, Dan talks about leading the Orono St Patricks Day parade but he still doesn’t know when Easter is. Plus he’s liking what the Jays are doing at the Rogers Centre this season.

Mar 15, 202349 min

Ep 59PhD of Fun Brooks Laich & His Bucket List

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In this special Friday interview show, Dan O'Toole sits down with former Washington Capital Brooks Laich about life after hockey and what he's crossing off his bucket list.

Mar 9, 202334 min

Ep 59Boomsies E59: A Trip Down Blue Jay Lane with John Gibbons

In the latest episode of Boomsies, Dan O'Toole welcomes former Blue Jays coach John Gibbons to the show. Listen in on all-time moments in team history and Dan running Gibby through the Canadian Rapid-Fire Round.

Mar 8, 202343 min

Ep 58Friday Fri-yay Boomsies: What's it Like to be Traded in the Middle of an NHL Season?

On this special Friday-Friyay Boomsies, Dan asks NHL player Nate Thompson what it's like to be traded in the middle of the hockey season. The personal and professional turmoil is challenging and affects entire families.

Mar 2, 202331 min

Ep 58Boomsies E58: LIV Golf..."I Don't Get It"

On this episode of Boomsies, Dan offers his befuddlement at LIV Golf’s confusing play format, suggests some slogans for this year’s Orono Fair, and answers listener emails.

Mar 1, 202344 min

Ep 57Friday Fri-yay Boomsies: No One Smiles in Poland with Erik Hobbins

In this Friday Fri-yay installment of Boomsies, Dan chats with his cousin Erik Hobbins, who is a businessman, spray paint graffiti stencil artist, and father to an ambitious young hockey player.

Feb 23, 202330 min

Ep 57Boomsies E57: I Want to be Mayor of This Town

On this episode of Boomsies, Dan breaks down the Netflix golf series "Full Swing" and talks about the excitement of NASCAR race days. He also picks apart XFL team names and answers viewer emails.

Feb 22, 202347 min

Ep 56Friday Fri-yay Boomsies: Justin Bourne on Hockey & Sobriety

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In this extra-special Friday Fri-yay episode of Boomsies, Dan chats with Justin Bourne about his new book, "Down and Back." The two discuss their journeys in sobriety, and Justin talks about his work as a hockey commentator.

Feb 17, 202328 min

Ep 55Boomsies E55: It's the Boomsies Super Bowl Spectacular!

On this episode of Boomsies, Dan O'Toole discusses the upcoming Super Bowl. He dives into Rihanna, proper chili cooking protocol, his lost cat Ron, and his serious doubts about Tom Brady's potential as a TV broadcaster. Plus, Dan answers listeners' messages and attempts to absorb the finer points of Producer Tim's "Star Wars" lessons.

Feb 8, 202344 min

Ep 54Funday Monday Boomsies: Dan's Ideas to Fix NHL All-Star Weekend

In this Funday Monday episode of Boomsies, Dan recounts the NHL's dismal All-Star Weekend and offers his ideas to improve the event. He suggests slime, big tops for hockey rinks, and much more.

Feb 6, 202339 min

Ep 54Boomsies E54: Dan Fanboys Office Hours Live with Tim Heidecker

On this episode of Boomsies, Dan recaps his appearance on "Office Hours Live" with Tim Heidecker. He also chats about the upcoming Super Bowl and answers your emails about Kraft Dinner and more.

Feb 1, 202347 min

Ep 53Funday Monday Boomsies: Halloween Should Always Be On A Friday

In this Funday Monday episode of Boomsies, Dan is joined by Andrew Perloff and Sully after the Eagles win, a Leafs fan fulfills a lifetime dream, and a full slate of Boomsies Newsies.

Jan 30, 202330 min

Ep 53Boomsies E53: It Doesn't Cost Anything to be Nice

On this episode of Boomsies, Dan touches on Jeff Skinner (of the Sabres), comedian Tom Green, and his own inability to remember the lyrics to "Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer." He also responds to listener emails and voicemails.

Jan 25, 202351 min