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First Up with Korolnek & Colaiacovo

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Join Toronto's top new pair in the mornings on First Up with Korolnek and Colaiacovo, weekdays from 6-10am.

Born and bred in the city, former Maple Leaf Carlo Colaiacovo, who with his 14 years experience in the NHL, brings you inside the locker room like very few can.

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Latest Episodes

The fourth and final hour of First Up with Aaron Korolnek and Carlo Colaiacovo as we speak to James Duthie and Alec Martinez about the gold medal game between Canada and USA and we give you our FanDuel best bets

3x Stanley Cup winner Alec Martinez joins us to chat about the American reaction to USA winning Gold, having 4 Michigan natives on the ice, how Jack Hughes will be remembered, Mark Stone and why he deserves credit, Golden Knight's as contenders and m... more

The third hour of First Up with Aaron Korolnek and Carlo Colaiacovo as we speak with a couple of Team Canada players Mike Richards and Marty Turco to discuss Canada's loss to Team USA and their showing at the Olympics

Former NHLer and part of the 2006 Canadian Team Marty Turco joins us to chat about Canada losing to USA in the gold medal game, Hellebuycks amazing performance, why hockey needs NHL players at the Olympics, and more!

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Jayna Hefford
Four-time gold medalist with Canada, Senior VP of Hockey Operations for the PWHL
PWHL
Episode: Hefford on Canada vs USA playing for gold later today, Canada playing the role of the underdog & PWHL being well represented
Rick Celebrini
Director of Sports Medicine for the Golden State Warriors and father of Macklin Celebrini
Golden State Warriors
Episode: First Up - February 19th, 2026 - Hour 1
David Backes
Longtime NHL player and two-time US Olympian
Formerly of St. Louis Blues and Boston Bruins
Episode: First Up - February 18th, 2026 - Hour 3
Frank Curato
A patriotic hockey analyst and commentator
Episode: Corrado on Canada vs Czechia, what Canada needs to do to avoid the upset & if it's gold or bust for Matthews and Team USA
David Bacchus
Sports analyst joining for a segment
Episode: Corrado on Canada vs Czechia, what Canada needs to do to avoid the upset & if it's gold or bust for Matthews and Team USA
Ryan Rishaug
TSN Hockey Reporter
TSN
Episode: First Up - February 17th, 2026 - Hour 4
Mike Peca
2002 Olympic Gold Medalist and NHL assistant coach
Chicago Blackhawks
Episode: First Up - February 17th, 2026 - Hour 3
Kevin Pillar
Former MLB player and host of the Blue Bird Territory podcast
Blue Bird Territory
Episode: First Up - February 13th, 2026 - Hour 4
Luca Policelli
Contest winner of the Players Championship Giveaway
Episode: First Up - February 13th, 2026 - Hour 3

Hosts

Aaron Korolnek
Co-host with a strong background in sports reporting; known for bringing expert knowledge and engaging commentary.
Carlo Colaiacovo
Former NHL player and co-host who provides insider perspectives on sports, especially hockey.

Reviews

3.9 out of 5 stars from 447 ratings
  • Ay yi yi

    Listening to Carlo try and grasp for a word or complete a sentence makes me feel like when I watch my grandma try to find her solitaire app on her iPad. It’s a struggle…

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    DrewAJ33
    Canada3 months ago
  • Because

    Jesus, how many times does Coco say “because” in a show. Gotta be a hundred. Insane nobody has told him to make an effort to at least limit it. Because is a space filler 85% of the time and isn’t necessary, BECAUSE I said so. I’ll deal with AK after we fix Coco.

    Apple Podcasts
    2
    Beach Ball
    Canada7 months ago
  • Covo

    Will always be a Bills fan and a Sabre. Don’t forget it

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Timaaa
    United States9 months ago
  • Quality Show

    Carlo and AK do a great job! Could be interesting for the dynamic if they added a third member. Still a great show though as is!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    B Georgian
    Canada9 months ago
  • Because

    How many times does Coco say because during a show? At least 20. Annoying as hell.

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    Lyingscum
    Canadaa year ago

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The show delivers energetic sports commentary with expert insights from the hosts. Listeners appreciate the humor and rapport between hosts and guests.
Critiques revolve heavily around one host's presentation skills, suggesting mixed feelings about the co-host dynamic. Many praise the overall content while calling for smoother delivery.
Feedback regarding technical issues, like poor audio quality, has been noted, though improvements seem desired by the audience.

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#14
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First Up - February 17th, 2026 - Hour 3
Q: What are your impressions of Connor McDavid and what he brings to Team Canada?
McDavid's commitment to lead by example resonates with the team, setting a tone for what Team Canada is all about.
First Up - February 17th, 2026 - Hour 3
Q: What has the Olympic break been like for you, Mike?
The Olympic break has given the coaching staff a nice reprieve and recharge, with a mini training camp on the way to retool before the season end.
First Up - February 17th, 2026 - Hour 1
Q: How concerned should everyone be about the health of Nate McKinnon?
It's definitely going to raise your eyebrows with the way he was laboring, but he did do a lot of interviews post-game without signs of injury.
First Up - February 17th, 2026 - Hour 1
Q: What to you is the major difference in 2026 as opposed to 2010 and 2014?
The Canadian team has a lot of offense on this team, and they're McDavid and Celebrini feasting.
First Up - February 18th, 2026 - Hour 3
Q: What do you think about the pressure on Auston Matthews?
Backes acknowledges mixed feelings on Matthews' pressure, noting there's potential in him leading when it truly matters.

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This morning sports show features discussions centered on the latest in hockey and football, with a strong emphasis on the Toronto Maple Leafs and the NFL. The hosts, both with deep roots in Toronto's sports scene, provide engaging analysis of current games and controversies, including player performances and coaching strategies. Episodes often include insights from expert guests, offering a mix of humor, personal anecdotes, and lively banter, creating an entertaining and informative atmosphere for sports enthusiasts.

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1. Jayna Hefford
2. Rick Celebrini
3. David Backes
4. Frank Curato
5. David Bacchus
6. Ryan Rishaug
7. Mike Peca
8. Kevin Pillar

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