Best Matt Show (With Mat Podcasts (2025)

1
Patrick Johnston: Breaking down the Canucks coaching announcement. Can Foote figure out the offence? 24:42

15h ago24:42

24:42

Patrick Johnston of Post Media joins us directly after leaving the press conference with Adam Foote and Patrik Allvin at Rogers Arena. The guys get into what Foote brings to the table, how he plans to generate more offence this year and how he plans to get Elias Pettersson back on track. @bet365: It's never ordinary! Download the app today and use …

1
Jeff Marek: Putting your best Foote forward 22:38

15h ago22:38

22:38

Jeff Marek of 'the Sheet' joins us to talk about the announcement of Adam Foote as head coach of the Canucks and what he brings to the team, as well as what may have led to him being selected. Also, a look around the NHL playoffs. @bet365: It's never ordinary! Download the app today and use promo code: NATION | http://www.bet365.ca/ Resurrection Sp…

1
May 15, 2025: Meet the new Boss, same as the old Boss? Canucks introduce Foote, Adam puts best (ahem) foot forward. 2:03:06

23h ago2:03:06

2:03:06

Canucks management meets the press today to discuss the hiring of new coach, Adam Foote. Matt Sekeres is joined by Jeff Paterson, Jeff Marek and Patrick Johnston to break down the presser and what this means to the team moving forward. @bet365: It's never ordinary! Download the app today and use promo code: NATION | http://www.bet365.ca/ Resurrecti…

1
Episode 1209: Biscuits From Scratch With Arabica-cadabra 1:36:33

1d ago1:36:33

1:36:33

SUMMARY: Matt spills his coffee in sight of The Alamo, John Oliver's talk about Malört triggers bad tastes in our mouths, and someone in Pittsburgh is a road rage queen. Also, cat-poop coffee, Michael Hutchence, complimenting genitalia, and hip-hop breakfast. Plus Scoop Mail and an Oops! All Traps Obelisk.…

1
May 14, 2025: Signing Season! Canucks ink new coach Adam Foote and top prospect Tom Willander. 1:43:18

1d ago1:43:18

1:43:18

Matt and guest co-host Jeff Paterson discuss the Canucks hiring of Adam Foote as the club's 22nd head coach: was he Quinn Hughes's choice?, the case for continuity vs a clean break from last year; his work with the defence and penalty-killing, his thin coaching resume and his tenure with Kelowna, can he get more from Elias Pettersson?, the other ca…

1
Frank Corrado: A look at Adam Foote, the new coach of the Canucks, and what he brings to the table. 21:09

1d ago21:09

21:09

Frank Corrado joins with his two cents on Foote, the path forward, the familiarity he has with Rutherford and the team, the pros/cons and the limitations this coaching search faced. @bet365: It's never ordinary! Download the app today and use promo code: NATION | http://www.bet365.ca/ Resurrection Spirits l https://www.resurrectionspirits.ca/ourspi…

1
Stephen Brunt: Sitting down with Jim Rutherford. 14:26

1d ago14:26

14:26

Brunt stops by to tell us about his chat with Rutherford, the life/times they discussed, the year from hell, the coming of NBA-style soap operas to the NHL and whether people like Rutherford are going to continue to run hockey teams going forward. @bet365: It's never ordinary! Download the app today and use promo code: NATION | http://www.bet365.ca…

1
May 13, 2025: BC Lions find their top Dogg, Canucks still searching 1:40:53

3d ago1:40:53

1:40:53

The clock continues to tick on the Canucks coaching search, and it seems that the new blood in the coaching ranks may get the job. Matt and Blake get into the debate on Foote vs Malhotra vs Sturm, plus look at the others that may have an outside shot. The guys also discuss the big BC Lions announcment as Snoop Dogg is announced as the home opener c…

1
Cam Robinson: What's up with Willander? And a look at the Canucks coaching race 13:43

3d ago13:43

13:43

Elite Prospects' Cam Robinson makes his weekly visit and talks about his perceived rankings for the coaching job, plus he weighs in on the Canucks negotiations with Tom Willander and the urgency to get that done. Cam also tackles the offer sheet possibilities this summer, as the new compensation levels were announced, and whether the trade route ma…

1
Arjun Nimmala: Blue Jays prospect is on fire for the Vancouver Canadians and inspiring a new generation of ball players. 11:39

3d ago11:39

11:39

The number 1 prospect in the Blue Jays organization, Arjun Nimmala of the Vancouver Canadians. Arjun talks about his unique path to the sport, via cricket, plus the long road ahead to the majors and his first impressions of the city and Nat Bailey stadium. @bet365: It's never ordinary! Download the app today and use promo code: NATION | http://www.…

1
May 12, 2025: Rick Talks-it up, with TNT and the Kraken?! Abby advances! 1:44:59

4d ago1:44:59

1:44:59

The search continues for both the Canucks and former coach Rick Tocchet, as both sides look for next season's answer. Matt and Blake take a look at where those journeys are at, as well as the growing assumption that it may be a coach without NHL head coaching experience, such as Manny Malhotra or Marco Sturm. The guys also look at the very real pos…

1
Jeff Paterson: Confidence in Arturs Šilovs is returning, but is it diminishing for Jonathan Lekkerimäki? 14:32

4d ago14:32

14:32

RinkWide Vancouver's Jeff Paterson on the valiant run by the Abbotsford Canucks who advanced to the 3rd round of the AHL playoffs. JPat gets into yet another fabulous performance by Arturs Šilovs, the veterans that have stepped up, and the mild concerns over the recent performance of Jonathan Lekkerimäki. @bet365: It's never ordinary! Download the …

1
John Shannon: Who's the right fit behind the Canucks bench? NHL back to Atlanta??! 21:21

4d ago21:21

21:21

John Shannon stops by to discuss some of the other candidates, many that he knows personally, and offers who may or may not be the right fit. John also talks about the wisdom of NHL expansion, with Atlanta(?!) as the reported destinations. @bet365: It's never ordinary! Download the app today and use promo code: NATION | http://www.bet365.ca/ Resurr…

1
Episode 1208: Candles for Sad Cats with Shanna Christmas 1:35:45

5d ago1:35:45

1:35:45

SUMMARY: Shanna Christmas talks about her upcoming comedy special, "Highly Intelligent," premiering May 20 on YouTube. Shanna speaks about motivation for the special, storyboarding a stand-up routine, and the timing of "going to a dark place." Also, lightning strikes Jacob's mom and Paul's wiener slips out of his grasp. Plus a Scoop Therapy request…

1
May 9, 2025: Allvin triples down on JT, Tocchet in Seattle, Abby gameday 1:48:18

7d ago1:48:18

1:48:18

Another day, another interesting quote from Canucks management! Matt and Blake take a look at Patrik Allvin's chat with season ticket holders and his latest recap on the JT Miller and EP40 saga. The guys debate whether Canucks management needs to be a bit more of a cheerleader for EP40, and whether they've now spoken too much on the season's drama.…

1
Patrick Johnston: Is Tocchet just moving down the road? Allvin throws more praise to JT and shade to EP40 17:33

7d ago17:33

17:33

Patrick Johnston of PostMedia stops in to chat about the latest rumblings of Rick Tocchet to Seattle, but also on the relationship between Petterson and the team, especially after Allvin suggested he and others were not ready to start last season. PJ also gives his current favourite to become the next Canucks head coach. @bet365: It's never ordinar…

1
Jeff Paterson: Who's stepping up in the coaching race? And who's stepping up for Abby in their march to the finals? 19:13

7d ago19:13

19:13

Jeff Paterson then wraps up the week with a dive into the coaching carousel around the league, and he also gets into Abbotsford's chance to move on to Round 3 of the AHL playoffs, and who's most stepped for the team to make it happen. @bet365: It's never ordinary! Download the app today and use promo code: NATION | http://www.bet365.ca/ Resurrectio…

1
May 8, 2025: Canucks Coaching Conclave continues, Abby wins again! 1:54:42

8d ago1:54:42

1:54:42

There might be white smoke in Rome, but none at Rogers arena, as fans await the next head coach of the Canucks. Matt and Blake take a look at the latest hire in Anaheim, as the game of musical chairs continues and the Canucks try to ensure they get their man before the music stops. Meanwhile Manny Malhotra continues to pad his resume with another w…

1
Jeff Marek: A new name in the Canucks coaching search? Can Canada bring home the Cup? 22:33

8d ago22:33

22:33

Jeff Marek of The Sheet stops by to analyze the various coaching searches in the NHL, and he adds a previously unmentioned name to the list of available candidates. Jeff also gets into the likely future of Rick Tocchet, and his level of confidence in a Canadian Stanley Cup winner. @bet365: It's never ordinary! Download the app today and use promo c…

1
Rob Williams: Could this possibly be the end of 'Seat Beat'? And a breakdown of some potential coaching options 17:32

8d ago17:32

17:32

Rob Williams of The Daily Hive makes his weekly visit as well, with breaking news on the seats at Rogers Arena and he also gives his choice for the next Canucks coach. @bet365: It's never ordinary! Download the app today and use promo code: NATION | http://www.bet365.ca/ Resurrection Spirits l https://www.resurrectionspirits.ca/ourspirits/p/sekeres…

1
Episode 1207: Hug, Kill, Camo Pray 1:34:26

9d ago1:34:26

1:34:26

SUMMARY: JJ is in The Churn, asking what month this is, does "The Radio Test," and lauds how Matt's act would kill on a Disney cruise. We talk about people dying on cruise ships, Regis and Kathie Lee, and love for Donny Osmond and Hugh Jackman. Also, why can't lesbians cook? And it's a Hall of Fame Scoopardy II.…

1
May 7, 2025: TV Tocchet, Centre search, Offer Sheets, and Cooke returns 1:45:18

9d ago1:45:18

1:45:18

The playoffs are in full swing elsewhere and still lots of news for Matt and Blake to chew on, as former Canucks head coach Rick Tocchet is back on tv with TNT, prompting speculation about his future, and what he might say. The guys kick around the coaching news at large, and some growing theories on who the Canucks might target as a second line ce…

1
Laurence Gilman: Should the Canucks use the 'nuclear option' to land their next centre? 16:30

9d ago16:30

16:30

Former Canucks exec Laurance Gilman is back as well, explaining the appropriate amount of feedback the Canucks should receive from Quinn Hughes regarding the next head coach. Laurence also weighs the pros and cons of an offer sheet to get the Canucks next centre. @bet365: It's never ordinary! Download the app today and use promo code: NATION | http…

1
Frank Corrado: How far away from the playoffs are the Canucks, really? 22:06

9d ago22:06

22:06

Former Canuck Frank Corrado stops by with some more reaction to Tocchet's return to the spotlight, and where he might land. Plus, Frank breaks down what he's seen in the playoffs so far, and gives an estimate on how far away the Canucks might be to getting there. @bet365: It's never ordinary! Download the app today and use promo code: NATION | http…

1
Matt Cooke: Scoring big-game goals and getting to know Rick Tocchet 8:42

9d ago8:42

8:42

former Canucks agitator Matt Cooke, on his way to Vancouver, to chat about his penchant for last second playoff goals, on the Canucks tumultuous season, and his recent interaction with Tocchet. @bet365: It's never ordinary! Download the app today and use promo code: NATION | http://www.bet365.ca/ Resurrection Spirits l https://www.resurrectionspiri…

1
May 6, 2025: Canucks get the 15th pick, Coaching experience: yay or nay??! 1:40:25

10d ago1:40:25

1:40:25

The NHL Draft lottery continues its annual tradition of denying the Vancouver Canucks so Matt and Blake are back into the routine of analyzing what to do with the pick they have, 15th overall in this case. The guys go over the "keep" and "trade" scenarios, and wonder if the much needed 2nd line centre will just require the departure of the pick. Th…

1
Jeff Paterson: Coaching candidates, budget constraints and the need (or not) for experience 21:02

10d ago21:02

21:02

RinkWide's Jeff Paterson with his review of the coaching candidates, including the possibility of bringing back Adam Foote who has a very limited resume. JPat wonders about the budgetary constraints and the need for familiarity from this management group, plus he gets into the draft lottery and the debate of stocking the cupboard vs getting a centr…

1
Cam Robinson: Who should the Canucks pick at #15? Final scouting report from U18 Worlds 18:27

10d ago18:27

18:27

Elite Prospects' Cam Robinson drops by as well, giving a final scouting report on the U18 Worlds and if anybody there would be a good fit for the Canucks at #15. Cam also has news on the Tom Willander negotiations with the Canucks, which may change what they dangle in front of a team for that 2nd line centre. Cam also gets into his latest thoughts …

1
May 5, 2025: One Foote in for the coach's job? Hronek in, EP40 out for Worlds 1:50:53

11d ago1:50:53

1:50:53

No Canucks games, but still plenty of Canucks news for Matt and Blake to dissect! The guys weigh in on all the news of the weekend, including: a change in Canucks ownership structure, the latest on team commitments to the World Championships, and apparently some lingering injuries to EP40 that will prevent him from playing for Sweden. John Shannon …

1
John Shannon: Chatting with Jim Rutherford and Quinn Hughes future with the Canucks 16:33

11d ago16:33

16:33

John Shannon makes his weekly visit to chat about his chat with Jim Rutherford last week. John offers his new insight into the future of Quinn Hughes in Vancouver, the coaching candidates in Vancouver, and where those two stories might intersect. @bet365: It's never ordinary! Download the app today and use promo code: NATION | http://www.bet365.ca/…

1
Dave Hall: Dissecting the Abby Canucks run, thus far. What will Willander do? 17:07

11d ago17:07

17:07

Dave Hall from Canucks Army to recap the opening two games for the Abbotsford Canucks in their 2nd round AHL playoff series. Dave also gets into the role Tom Willander may have played for the team if he had signed, and he breaks down which Canucks prospects have risen to the occasion so far. @bet365: It's never ordinary! Download the app today and …

1
Episode 1206: Bomb Pops and Glass Bottomed Girls 1:29:15

11d ago1:29:15

1:29:15

SUMMARY: Paul returns to the show after a harrowing time without power. Matt recalls a story from his waiter days and uses tip money to buy a sweater vest. Jacob videos a protest and gets an unexpected tap on the shoulder. Also, the liquids that may or may not go into coffee makers, and a Scoopardy.

1
May 2, 2025: Dominoes Falling - Canucks' Coach coming soon? 1:56:27

14d ago1:56:27

1:56:27

The hiring has begun in the NHL, and with coaches being scooped up, who will land in Vancouver?? Matt and Blake get into the openings around the league and the likely candidates in Vancouver. Plus, they further address the possibility of ownership change for the Canucks and they recap the baby Canucks getting another win. Then it's RinkWide's Jeff …

1
Jeff Paterson: Experienced? First shot? Last Chance? Affordable? What will Canucks look for in a new coach? 21:22

14d ago21:22

21:22

RinkWide's Jeff Paterson to jump into the deep end of the Canucks coaching search. JPat offers his thoughts on what will tip the scales in the team's decision, from experience to style of play to affordability. Jeff also recaps the Abby Canucks' Game 1 win on the road in the 2nd round of the AHL playoffs @bet365: It's never ordinary! Download the a…

1
Jeff Marek: Diving into gasps potential Hughes' trade packages. 22:17

14d ago22:17

22:17

Jeff Marek joins from The Sheet, discussing the Hughes predicament for Vancouver, and what the Devils might be thinking about all of this. Marek offers theoretical Hughes trade packages, and also gives the guys his pick to be the Canucks head coach, and its someone that has coached in Canada and knows the division well. @bet365: It's never ordinary…

1
May 1, 2025: Tocchett gone, EP40 next? Whitecaps beat Messi again!! 1:52:48

15d ago1:52:48

1:52:48

It's been the best of times and the worst of times in Vancouver sports lately, and Matt and Blake have the latest examples of that on today's show. They examine the intersection of Tocchet's departure with the future of Elias Pettersson as a Canuck, not to mention some of the latest rumours reports surrounding the team. But they also get into the t…

1
Patrick Johnston: Who's next behind the bench? Rumours of the team being for sale? 22:23

15d ago22:23

22:23

Patrick Johnson stops by to dissect the latest words of Jim Rutherford on the coach's departure, and offer his thoughts on who is next behind the bench. PJ also gets into the non-stop noise around the team, what it means for the future of Hughes and EP40, and he weighs in on the reports that the Canucks may be for sale. @bet365: It's never ordinary…

1
Rob Williams: Is there a world where John Cooper coaches the Canucks? Whitecaps hope to host the final 17:04

15d ago17:04

17:04

Rob Williams of the Daily Hive has been hoping for a Lightning loss in the playoffs so that Jon Cooper might be available, so we get his update on that after the Bolts go down in 5 games. Rob talks about the fan reaction to another offseason of upheaval and whether that will affect ticket sales. Rob also joins the debate on whether the Whitecaps wo…

1
Episode 1205: A Dystopian Barstow Happy Meal with Nicholas Newman 1:20:02

16d ago1:20:02

1:20:02

Mayday! Paul is absent due to a power outage, but visiting Scoops Kevin and Susan help fill the void with their story attending the Penn & Teller show. Matt's playing the Magic Castle with Alex Ramon but has a not-so-happy experience getting there. Nicholas Newman joins in to talk about our new horse racing podcast and what's going on with the indu…

1
Apr 30, 2025: Walkin' Tocchet! Rutherford speaks as Canucks begin coaching search 2:01:21

16d ago2:01:21

2:01:21

Rick Tocchet walks away from the Canucks, so Matt and Blake are running to the mics! The guys listen in to the comments of President Jim Rutherford after he revealed the news, and they start to look ahead to what's next behind the bench: who is available, who would be willing to take on the job here with all its challenges. Former Canucks executive…

1
Laurence Gilman: A difficult road ahead for the next coach, and did Hughes' future play a role in Tocchet's decision? 20:28

16d ago20:28

20:28

Former Canucks executive Laurence gives his thoughts on the team's coaching predicament and on the words of Jim Rutherford. Gilman talks about the difficult road ahead on the ice for the successor, the role Quinn Hughes' contract played in the Tocchet decision, and ownership's impact on the last 10 years of Canucks performance. @bet365: It's never …

1
Frank Corrado: The importance of a practice facility and Frank's picks for next Canucks coach 24:31

16d ago24:31

24:31

TSN analyst Frank Corrado, who jumps in on the importance of the practice facility for a coach and organization, plus, Frank gives his picks for the next head coach from Manny Malhotra to Alex Burrows to the vets like Laviolette and Sullivan. @bet365: It's never ordinary! Download the app today and use promo code: NATION | http://www.bet365.ca/ Sur…

1
Apr 29, 2025: Another Norris for Hughes? Waiting for Willander and Tocchet 2:01:52

17d ago2:01:52

2:01:52

Despite a tumultuous season for the Canucks, Quinn Hughes still got his Norris trophy nomination today. And with questions swirling about Hughes' future, Matt and Blake dive into the year that was and the years that could be for the incredible Canucks defenceman. Meanwhile, the guys also deal with the excruciating wait for news on the Canucks coach…

1
Sebastian Berhalter: On the Whitecaps historic start and getting ready to face Messi again. 9:30

17d ago9:30

9:30

Sebastian Berhalter of the Whitecaps as they get set to face Lionel Messi in Miami tomorrow. Seb talks about his increased role this season, and the team's incredible hot streak as they sit in first place of MLS. @bet365: It's never ordinary! Download the app today and use promo code: NATION | http://www.bet365.ca/ Surrey Mitsubishi l https://www.s…

1
Cam Robinson: A thought on Willander situation and using him as a trade chip for a 2C. 17:05

17d ago17:05

17:05

Elite Prospects' Cam Robinson stops by with some reporting on Willander's situation, including the possibility of him playing in Sweden next season, and what his trade value would be if the Canucks used him as fodder. Cam has thoughts on the coaching stalemate as well, and provides some firsthand scouting from the u18 Worlds, and who might be catch…

1
John Shannon: Quinn's future with the Canucks. Why show the draft lottery on TV? 21:43

17d ago21:43

21:43

John Shannon on the Norris chances for Hughes, the draft lottery's viability on TV, and how surprising is the practice facility problem in Canucks hockey operations? @bet365: It's never ordinary! Download the app today and use promo code: NATION | http://www.bet365.ca/ Surrey Mitsubishi l https://www.surreymitsubishi.ca/ Resurrection Spirits l http…

1
Apr 28, 2025: Tocchet and Sullivan in Coaching Carousel?! 'Caps, Warriors and Abby win! 1:40:48

18d ago1:40:48

1:40:48

No news is... strange news in the Canucks coaching drama. The weekend comes and goes, and the only news on the coaching front is that former Canucks assistant Mike Sullivan will not be back with the Penguins, where he worked with Rutherford and Allvin. Matt and Blake talk about what it all could mean, and whether the dynamic may have shifted with S…

1
Teddy Jenner: Warriors winning ways continue as they battle their way toward the final! 11:34

18d ago11:34

11:34

The voice of the NLL on TSN, Teddy Jenner, with his recap of the Warriors big win, how the big trade has changed the season, and the chances they have of moving on to the NLL Finals. @bet365: It's never ordinary! Download the app today and use promo code: NATION | http://www.bet365.ca/ Surrey Mitsubishi l https://www.surreymitsubishi.ca/ Resurrecti…

1
Jeff Paterson: The coaching carousel has started turning, but still no decision from Tocchet. Willander update. 18:20

18d ago18:20

18:20

Jeff Paterson stops by to weigh in on the coaching news and Sullivan as a possible fly in the ointment. JPat gets into the wait on Tom Willander's contract, as well as a full post game reaction to the baby Canucks moving on to the 2nd round of the AHL playoffs. @bet365: It's never ordinary! Download the app today and use promo code: NATION | http:/…

1
Episode 1204: One Rock of Gibraltar Short 1:38:29

19d ago1:38:29

1:38:29

SUMMARY: Matt's goal of 100 miles is thwarted by a bunch of cute animals. Paul gets a new lawn mower. Matt gets a medical procedure in a cruise ship cabin, and RJ Owens comes by to tell a "hand job story." Also, talk of penis sizes, ball sacks, and a Scoopardy.

Podcasts Worth a Listen

Matt Show (With Mat Podcasts

Podcasts Worth a Listen