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Inside Sports

CHED / Curiouscast
Edmonton Oilers
Stanley Cup Final
Florida Panthers
Edmonton Elks
NHL Playoffs
NHL
Dallas Stars
Chris Knobloch
Stuart Skinner
Connor Mcdavid
Leon Dreisaitl
Stanley Cup
Canadian Football League
Stanley Cup Finals
CFL
Ryan Nugent-Hopkins
Power Play
Defense Strategy
Sergei Bobrovsky
CFL Preseason

Host Brenden Escott brings you the latest on the Edmonton Oilers, Edmonton Elks and the local sports scene. Make Inside Sports your home for entertaining stories and unique guests from Northern Alberta and across the sporting world!

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Latest Episodes

After back-to-back shutouts and a WHL Goalie of the Week performance, Parker Snell joins Brenden Escott to chat about his hot streak, Edmonton’s season so far and the push into the playoffs. More information on the Oil Kings is always available at ch... more

We open up the phone lines amid the NHL’s trade season to discuss what the Oilers have done and might still do before Friday’s deadline. Don’t forget to follow Brenden on X (@BrendenEscott) and subscribe to the show wherever you get your streaming au... more

Brenden Escott opens the March 4 show with a recap of Edmonton’s thrilling comeback victory over the Ottawa Senators on home ice. Plus, the latest trade news from around the NHL. Don’t forget to follow Brenden on X (@BrendenEscott) and subscribe to t... more

After a storied 28-year coaching career, Howie Draper is moving onto the next chapter of his life. He sits down with our Brenden Escott to reflect on his legacy, the biggest moments in his career and more.

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Recent Guests

Sheng Peng
Editor-in-chief at San Jose Hockey Now
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Episode: THE OTHER SIDE: Sheng Peng from San Jose Hockey Now
Jennifer Heil
Former Olympic medalist in moguls and chef de mission for Team Canada 2026.
Episode: Canada's Chef de Mission for the 2026 Winter Olympics Jennifer Heil
Chris Morris
Executive associated with the Edmonton Elks
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Episode: Elks going retro for Pre-Season Home Game
Jabari Arthur
New running backs coach for the Edmonton Elks and former CFL receiver
Edmonton Elks
Episode: Edmonton Elks running backs coach & Former CFL Receiver Jabari Arthur
Howie Draper
Head coach of the U of A Pandas hockey team
U of A Pandas
Episode: U of A Pandas head coach Howie Draper
Stephen Ellis
Commentator from Daily Faceoff
Daily Faceoff
Episode: Olympic Hockey Quarterfinals Set & Oilers Mini-Camp Update
Brendan Bordner
New offensive tackle for the Edmonton Elks
Edmonton Elks
Episode: Edmonton Elks OL Brendan Bordner
Malik Carney
Defensive end, All-Star and Grey Cup Champion
Edmonton Elks
Episode: Guest Host Dave Campbell opens up the February 11th show live at Banquet
Jayden Tanner
Captain and guard for Pandas basketball
Pandas Basketball
Episode: Bears and Pandas Report: Jayden Tanner from Pandas basketball

Host

Brenden Escott
Host of sports discussions focusing on local sports events, particularly in hockey and football, with elements of humor and analysis.

Reviews

4.6 out of 5 stars from 108 ratings
  • Good show

    Brenden Escott is great

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    Let’s go Oilers!
    Canada9 months ago
  • No more Reid…

    …no more listening.

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    Fid1
    Canada2 years ago
  • Love Reid and the podcast

    Great podcast,I can’t stand 630 cheds woke station.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    steveisfantastic
    Canada3 years ago
  • Reid and Rob = awesome

    Best pregame / postgame in the biz. Well done boys.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Fid1
    Canada6 years ago
  • Inside sports

    Hi. I Love listening to the show but usually on podcast. Can you label hour 1 and hour 2 again. I sometimes listen out of sequence by mistake.

    Cheers!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Rich from McMurray
    Canada6 years ago

Listeners Say

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

The humor and informal style of the discussions contributes positively to the engaging nature of the show.
There is a strong focus on local sports, which resonates well with the community.
Listeners appreciate the in-depth analysis and personal anecdotes shared by the hosts.
Some feedback indicates dissatisfaction over changes in guest hosts, showing a preference for familiar voices.

Chart Rankings

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

Apple Podcasts
#221
United States/Sports/Hockey
Apple Podcasts
#53
Canada/Sports/Hockey
Apple Podcasts
#138
United Kingdom/Sports/Hockey
Apple Podcasts
#171
Canada/Sports
Apple Podcasts
#180
Australia/Sports/Hockey
Apple Podcasts
#86
Hong Kong/Sports/Hockey

Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

Linebackers Coach from the Montreal Alouettes and EE alum AJ Gass
Q: How has your transition to the CFL as the linebackers coach been?
AJ Gass expressed excitement about the opportunity and confidence in his past experiences coaching.
Edmonton Elks running backs coach & Former CFL Receiver Jabari Arthur
Q: What's your approach to working with the running backs?
My job is to ensure that the players are confident with the game plan and communicate effectively with the coordinators and players alike.
Edmonton Elks running backs coach & Former CFL Receiver Jabari Arthur
Q: What sold you on the Edmonton Elks?
The connection with Coach Mark Killam and the energy of the fans made it an easy decision to join the Elks organization.
U of A Pandas head coach Howie Draper
Q: How do you feel you match up against Manitoba?
It's tight, both of those games went over time, so anything can happen.
Retired Police Officer, Chair of Justice Studies, Norquest College & Boxing Expert Dan Jones
Q: What are your thoughts on the current boxing scene in Edmonton?
Despite being overshadowed by major sports, Edmonton has a vibrant boxing history and continues to host an impressive number of fights; there are many talented fighters who deserve recognition.

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Engaging discussions surrounding various sports, particularly focusing on hockey and football, are a hallmark of the content. The host frequently converses about local teams like the Edmonton Oilers and Edmonton Elks, as well as significant events in the NHL and CFL, providing commentary and insights that appeal to both passionate fans and casual listeners. Episodes often include expert guests, including NHL insiders, Olympic athletes, and coaches from various leagues, making this a vibrant source of sports analysis and entertainment. Unique elements such as the mix of humor and personal anecdotes from the host add depth, enhancing the listener experience while staying connected to the local sports community.

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1. The Reid Wilkins Show with Jay Milne
2. The Jason Gregor Show
3. Oilers Overtime
4. Oilers NOW with Bob Stauffer
5. Cult of Hockey podcast

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Recent guests on Inside Sports include:

1. Sheng Peng
2. Jennifer Heil
3. Chris Morris
4. Jabari Arthur
5. Howie Draper
6. Stephen Ellis
7. Brendan Bordner
8. Malik Carney

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