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Donnie and Dhali - The Team

CHEK Podcasts
Vancouver Canucks
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Elias Pettersson
Quinn Hughes
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Super Bowl 60
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Thatcher Demko
NFL
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BC Lions
Canada
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Kiefer Sherwood
New England Patriots

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 Ryan and Rick react to the Vancouver Canucks home-loss against the Edmonton Oilers's farm team and to a couple of transactions made by the team.

Joining the show is Thomas Drance (16:25), Neil McEvoy (50:35), and Jesper Sorensen (1:... more

On today's show Donnie and Rick set up the Canucks third pre season game against the Oilers tonight including a more NHL looking lineup.

Joining the show is Farhan Lalji (11:57), Ray Ferraro (21:55) and John Shannon (52:22).

On today's show Donnie and Rick chat about what they saw from the Canucks in their second pre-season game last night and more.

Joining the show is Moj (20:55) and Jeff Paterson (51:44).

On today's show Donnie and Rick chat about the Canucks heading to Calgary for their second pre-season game and some interesting comments from a former Canuck.

Joining the show is Ross Tucker (16:50) and Craig Button (52:15).

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Recent Guests

Blake Nill
Head coach, UBC Thunderbirds football
UBC Thunderbirds
Episode: September 18 2026
Justin Sourdif
Washington Capitals forward; former Vancouver Giant
Washington Capitals
Episode: September 18 2026
Michael Dyck
Vancouver Giants Head Coach and GM
Vancouver Giants
Episode: September 17th 2026
Thomas Drancel
Sports journalist (tweet context)
Media
Episode: September 16th 2026
Derek Sedin/Daniel Sedin
Canucks management figures referenced
Vancouver Canucks
Episode: September 16th 2026
Steven Cocker
Commissioner of the BCHL
BCHL
Episode: September 16th 2026
Moj (Bob Marjanovic)
Voice of the BC Lions
Black Press (BC Lions media)
Episode: September 16th 2026
JP Barry
NHL agent (CAA) representing Elias Pedersen, etc.
CAA
Episode: September 11th 2026
Amar Doman
Owner, BC Lions
BC Lions
Episode: September 11th 2026

Hosts

Don Taylor
Host with CHEK TV CHEK broadcast identity; long-time local sports journalist.
Rick Dhaliwal
Co-host with CHEK broadcast identity; sports journalist and media presence.

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 932 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
    Canada19 days 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

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    DiscountPrices2.49
    United States2 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.

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    Bunnie5001
    Canada4 months ago
  • Dumpster Fire

    Deranged dinosaurs demented drunken discourse.

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    OGNDP
    Canada7 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
    5
    Joecasc19
    Canadaa year ago

Listeners Say

Key themes from listener reviews, highlighting what works and what could be improved about the show.

Hosts deliver strong local Canucks coverage with high entertainment value.
Chemistry between hosts and guests drives engaging debates and banter.
Some listeners wish for broader coverage beyond Canucks and more Lions focus.

Chart Rankings

How this podcast ranks in the Apple Podcasts, Spotify and YouTube charts.

Apple Podcasts
#66
United States/Sports/Hockey
Spotify
#52
Canada/Trending
Apple Podcasts
#115
Canada/Top Podcasts
Apple Podcasts
#8
Canada/Sports/Hockey
Apple Podcasts
#14
Canada/Sports
Apple Podcasts
#23
United Kingdom/Sports/Hockey

Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

September 16th 2026
Q: What is the reaction to the NHL's move away from mandatory fitness testing at training camps?
The hosts frame it as a natural progression given advances in players' conditioning, with some acknowledging exceptions like Pedersen and Elevi, while others push back on the idea of skipping testing entirely, citing the value of objective fitness data for injury prevention and rehab planning.
September 8th 2026
Q: What is your assessment of the Canucks' offseason moves overall and how they fit into the rebuild?
Button argues that the moves add veteran presence and leadership while maintaining a long-term plan, noting that development and mentorship are key to helping younger players grow and avoid at-risk conditions for the future.
September 8th 2026
Q: Daniel, what makes you confident Zee Bouyam can grow into a leadership role for the Canucks?
Daniel Sedin points to Bouyam's leadership in practice, daily habits, and how he carries himself around teammates, suggesting he already exhibits qualities that can drive the group forward as he develops.
May 6th 2026
Q: What makes a good GM candidate in your view based on your research?
Shane explains that the best decision-makers come from amateur development backgrounds and emphasizes evaluating candidates' decision-making processes, biases, and mental models, rather than relying solely on past titles, with names like Mark Yannetti and Jamie Langenbruner highlighted.
May 6th 2026
Q: Shane, if the Canucks have the third pick, which player gives them the best long-term value?
Shane argues Caleb Maholtra as the top center option because of his two-way game, hockey sense, and center position, while acknowledging that if the Leafs take Stenberg, McKenna could fall to Vancouver; overall, Maholtra is valued for center depth and long-term potential.

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Two seasoned British Columbia sports journalists host a brisk daily show focused on Vancouver hockey and broader local sports, mixing sharp analysis with lively banter. Episodes frequently feature national media guests who provide deeper context on hockey, football, and World Cup soccer, along with live sponsor reads and regional updates. The format balances immediate team news, draft and rebuild talk, leadership themes, and cross-sport perspectives, making it appealing to fans who want quick takes, insider insights, and a local-talent vibe. A standout is the consistent emphasis on patience and asset management in rebuilding franchises, coupled with high-coverage guest panels and strong community engagement.

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2. Justin Sourdif
3. Michael Dyck
4. Thomas Drancel
5. Derek Sedin/Daniel Sedin
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7. Moj (Bob Marjanovic)
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