1st and Now
BC Lions Football ClubStep inside the office of a professional football team and get an inside look at what goes on behind the scenes. Players, coaches & other special guests will join Matt Baker & Nik Kowalski in studio for a unique look at BC Lions football and other stories in the world of sports.
| Publishes | Weekly | Episodes | 230 | Founded | 7 years ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Categories | FootballSports | |||
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We've taken over Kelowna, as Matt and Nik bring you this week’s episode from the lounge at Okanagan College. We recap a tough BC Lions loss to the Calgary Stampeders and bring you all of the latest news from practice ahead of a big test against the u... more
Matt, Nik and MOJ bring you another edition of the podcast ahead of Saturday’s big battle with the Calgary Stampeders. The longtime voice of the Stamps, Mark Stephen, pays a visit to give a perspective from the other side after Calgary dropped a coup... more
1st and Now is back with another jam-packed edition featuring Matt, Moj and Nik. The fellas recap a tough loss at Saskatchewan and start to look forward to another big battle brewing in Hamilton on Friday night. Matt Bucknor, a former BC Lion DB and ... more
It’s our premiere 2026 regular season episode of 1st and Now! Bob “the Moj” Marjanovich joins Matt and Nik for another season of weekly shows. The fellas preview Saturday’s big opener in Saskatchewan with TSN’s Glen Suitor. We also recap what was a v... more
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- Best in the bizz
A must listen for every BC Lions fa!
Apple Podcasts5kabaddiraider
Canadaa year ago - Fun and professional podcast
I am an American and big NFL fan. My wife and I will be in Vancouver in October and plan on watching the Lions play Calvary. While trying to find info about the BC Lions I came across this podcast. Very information. Looking forward to hearing more of the podcast as the season starts. Can’t wait to attend my first CFL game.
Apple Podcasts5Pooh-1
United States2 years ago - Horrible sound
I try to listen to this podcast every week but halfway through I turn it off. You can barely hear the host specifically Nick… and yes I have turned up the volume.
Apple Podcasts2Danno6565Canada3 years ago - Episode 24
Matt, step aside. That was cringeworthy trying to spar with Reilly.
He obviously enjoys it but the whole act doesn’t support the Lion’s brand.
Apple Podcasts1Chum from Van.Canada6 years ago - Gonna miss this podcast!!!
Now that The Leo’s canned my guy Sweet jimmy C. Gonna miss this podcast!! It was simply great!! Another bonehead decision as me Braley has held on to this franchise too long. Time to sell oldtimer.
Apple Podcasts5Agassiz ChadCanada7 years ago
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Apple Podcasts | #149 | Canada/Sports/Football |
Apple Podcasts | #34 |  China/Sports/Football |
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A sports-focused show centered on BC Lions football, hosted by Matt Baker and Nik Kowalski. Episodes frequently feature in-depth team analysis, interviews with players and staff, and CFL context, including roster moves, game strategy, and season outlook. A standout aspect is regular guest appearances from players, coaches, and prominent CFL media, offering insider perspectives and community engagement through events and charity initiatives. The tone is energetic and conversational, with practical insights for fans, potential sponsors, and guests aiming to reach a dedicated football-audience audience.
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1st and Now launched 7 years ago and published 230 episodes to date. You can find more information about this podcast including rankings, audience demographics and engagement in our podcast database.
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Recent guests on 1st and Now include:
1. Mark Stephen
2. Matt Bucknor
3. Neil McEvoy
4. Mark Washington
5. Keon Hatcher
6. Michael Couture
7. Justin McInnis
8. Mike Benevides
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