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Donnie and Dhali - The Team

CHEK Podcasts
Vancouver Canucks
NHL
Quinn Hughes
Seattle Seahawks
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Super Bowl 60
Olympics
Vancouver Whitecaps
Elias Pettersson
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Thatcher Demko
Canada
NHL Draft
World Cup
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Super Bowl
Abbotsford Canucks
Hockey
Ross Tucker
World Juniors

Catch two of British Columbia's most admired and respected sports journalists Monday to Friday on CHEK. Don Taylor and Rick Dhaliwal host Donnie and Dhali - The Team. Follow along with Donnie and Dhali as they interview guests, and have fun discussing the latest in local sports news. Tune in live from 10am to 12pm on CHEK, the CHEK+ app or download the Podcast to listen whenever!

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Latest Episodes

On today's show Donnie and Rick recap the Canucks loss to the Flyers last night and more.

Joining the show is Ross Tucker and Craig Button.

On today's episode Donnie and Rick recap the disappointing loss by the Lions in the Western Final and chat about another visit from Rick Tocchet.

Joining the show is Thomas Drance (16:58) and Moj (50:50).

On today's show Ryan and Rick talk about the Vancouver Canucks ugly loss to the Winnipeg Jets.

Joining the show is Thomas Drance (10:00), Bob Stauffer (46:48), and Blake Nill (1:00:00).

On today's show Donnie and Rick chat about the WHL's announcement yesterday about expanding to Chilliwack and the Canucks visit to Winnipeg.

Joining the show is Jeremy Colliton (18:32), Ryan Rigmaiden (30:55) and John Shannon (51:20).

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Recent Guests

Ray Ferraro
NHL analyst for ESPN and Sportsnet
ESPN
Episode: November 4th 2026
Farhan Lalji
TSN broadcaster covering the BC Lions and Canadian sports
TSN
Episode: November 4th 2026
Moj Marjanovic
Voice of the BC Lions on 730 CKNW and sports broadcaster for Black Press
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Episode: November 4th 2026
Tony Granato
Former NHL player and coach, cancer survivor, and host of Fight for Life
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Episode: November 3rd 2026
Ross Tucker
Former NFL player and football analyst
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Episode: November 3rd 2026
Craig Button
TSN scouting director and hockey analyst
TSN
Episode: November 3rd 2026
Ian Furness
KJR Sports Radio host and Kraken Hockey Network broadcaster
KJR Sports Radio
Episode: November 2nd 2026
Giulio Caravatta
Former BC Lions quarterback and Lions analyst on 730 CKNW
730 CKNW
Episode: November 2nd 2026
Thomas Drance
Canucks writer for The Athletic
The Athletic
Episode: November 2nd 2026

Hosts

Don Taylor
British Columbia sports journalist and television broadcaster
Rick Dhaliwal
British Columbia sports journalist covering hockey

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 951 ratings
  • September 8th, 2026

    I am new to podcasts. I was looking for an alternative for Canucks talk after 650 closed. (Rogers Sucks) I was looking forward to checking out, Donnie and Dhali - The Team. I figured since it was the first time back for the show, for the start of the season the show would have a lot to reflect on and come out strong for the consumers of their content. I was hugely disappointed. The opening was eleven and a half minutes of disjointed rambling, before they got to remembering some sport casting sad... more

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    Captainthespian
    Canada2 months ago
  • Great in small doses

    Don Taylor is the preeminent sports broadcaster and journalist in BC. He is a fountain of knowledge, and you’re doing yourself a disservice if you’re a Canucks fan who doesn’t listen to what he has to say. That being said, this show suffers from the same issues that almost all sports talk shows do. Tired and repetitive gags, self righteous hosts who believe everything they say is objective truth, and a pervasive “back in my day” attitude. It’s very difficult to listen to this podcast daily, unle... more

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    3
    DiscountPrices2.49
    United States3 months ago
  • Love this show but…

    Rick seems to be regressing. So impatient and rude way more than necessary. Dial it back big guy…world does not revolve around you. You are not helping your team to be great.

    I’m still watching as great content over all and really appreciate all the people running the show. Thank you.

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    Bunnie5001
    Canada5 months ago
  • Dumpster Fire

    Deranged dinosaurs demented drunken discourse.

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    1
    OGNDP
    Canada9 months ago
  • Always Entertaining

    I’m not really a Canuck fan, especially with what they have and haven’t done since 94. That being said this show is very entertaining. I listen to Red Wing podcasts and none come close to this show.

    Apple Podcasts
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    Joecasc19
    Canadaa year ago

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Many describe it as a regular or must-listen source for Vancouver and British Columbia sports.
Some listeners find the banter repetitive or unfocused, and criticize interruptions and uneven production.
Listeners often praise the hosts' chemistry, humor and entertaining daily conversations.
Canucks fans value the local hockey coverage, timely updates and access to knowledgeable guests.

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#95
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#180
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#13
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#23
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#25
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#11
Australia/Sports/Hockey

Talking Points

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October 26th 2026
Q: Can you put it into words how excited you are about Saturday?
Nathan Rourke says the BC Lions are eager to return to work after resting starters and having a lighter practice schedule, and are excited that the playoffs have arrived.
October 26th 2026
Q: Do you have any sense of what he's going to do with Minnesota? Can you see him extending there? What are you hearing?
Thomas Drance says he has no special insight into Quinn Hughes' plans. Hughes may enjoy playing in Minnesota, choose to sign with his brothers, consider other teams, or wait until free agency to make an unrestricted decision.
October 27th 2026
Q: What are your thoughts on this losing streak for the Canucks?
Craig Button says Vancouver's goaltending has been below NHL standard and recommends pursuing a steady goalie, while protecting young players' confidence during the rebuild.
October 27th 2026
Q: What's the focus of “Game Day: The Uncensored Life of an NHL GM”?
Doug MacLean says the book examines the full scope of a general manager's work, including team construction, relationships with fans, media, agents, players and coaches, and the pressure of major decisions.
October 28th 2026
Q: What is the key factor for the BC Lions against Saskatchewan in the Western Semifinal?
Bob Marjanovich identified special-teams coverage and field position as important, saying the Lions need to limit Saskatchewan's favorable starting positions and explosive returns.

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What is Donnie and Dhali about and what kind of topics does it cover?

Weekday sports conversation led by veteran British Columbia broadcasters Don Taylor and Rick Dhaliwal, with the Vancouver Canucks and wider hockey scene at its center. The hosts discuss team performance, roster decisions, player development and league news, while also covering the BC Lions, Seattle teams, soccer, football and other regional sports. Regular expert contributors include beat writers, broadcasters, scouts, coaches and former players who bring reporting, tactical analysis and firsthand experience. The format combines interviews and analysis with debate, audience messages, sports history and informal banter. Its distinctly local perspective and the hosts' contrasting commentary make it a fit for listeners who want frequent Canuck... more

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