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Inside Sports

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

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

Brenden Escott chats with CFL Commissioner Stewart Johnston to get the details on the six major rule changes coming to the Canadian Football League in 2026 and 2027, how the changes were arrived at and why now is the right time to implement them. It’... more

Hear how Edmonton fared both at Rogers Place and down the QE-II highway at the Scotiabank Saddledome in their pre-season openers. Learn about the individuals who stood out and why, the systems being played and everything else to complete your coverag... more

The September 22 show begins with Brenden Escott recapping the Edmonton Oilers split-squad action against the Calgary Flames to open up pre-season play. Plus, a look at the Edmonton Elks and Toronto Blue Jays in their respective playoff chases. Don’t... more

Brenden Escott brings aboard Edmonton Oil Kings play-by-play voice Mat Barrett for a season preview on your favourite Western Hockey league team. Find out the details on all the returning players, breakout candidates, goalies and more and learn why t... more

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Recent Guests

Stewart Johnston
15th Commissioner of the CFL
Canadian Football League
Episode: CFL Commissioner Stewart Johnston
Nathan Rourke
Former CFL player and advocate for the traditional rules of Canadian football
Episode: Brenden Escott opens the September 22 show
Mat Barrett
Play-by-play voice of the Edmonton Oil Kings
Edmonton Oil Kings
Episode: Oil Kings play-by-play voice Mat Barrett
Clint O'Neil
Sports commentator at CHCH
CHCH Hamilton
Episode: THE OTHER SIDE: Clint “Bubba” O’Neil
Trent Frederick
Oilers player focusing on his recovery and performance.
Edmonton Oilers
Episode: Brenden Escott opens the September 19 show
Baba O'Neill
True character in Canadian media
CHCH
Episode: Brenden Escott opens the September 19 show
Kyle Bukaskis
Sportsnet's commentator
Sportsnet
Episode: Brenden Escott opens the September 19 show
Derek Van Deest
NHL Reporter at NHL.com covering the Oilers
nhl.com
Episode: Brenden Escott opens the Sept 18 show
Kordell Jackson
Elks defensive back with a high pass rushing grade in the CFL
Edmonton Elks
Episode: Elks defensive back Kordell Jackson

Host

Brenden Escott
Host of Inside Sports, engaging with guests and providing insights on the Edmonton sports scene.

Reviews

4.6 out of 5 stars from 108 ratings
  • Good show

    Brenden Escott is great

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    Let’s go Oilers!
    Canada4 months ago
  • No more Reid…

    …no more listening.

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    Fid1
    Canadaa year ago
  • Love Reid and the podcast

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

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    steveisfantastic
    Canada2 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.

Some critiques mention displeasure with certain programming changes or lack of specific shows being included in uploads.
The host's engaging style and humor is regularly praised, making the show enjoyable.
Overall fan feedback indicates a strong connection to local sports narratives, with community members feeling represented in discussions.
Listeners commend the quality of insights shared about the Edmonton sports scene.

Chart Rankings

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

Apple Podcasts
#149
Canada/Sports/Hockey
Apple Podcasts
#224
United Kingdom/Sports/Hockey
Apple Podcasts
#130
Australia/Sports/Hockey
Apple Podcasts
#20
India/Sports/Hockey
Apple Podcasts
#24
Taiwan/Sports/Hockey
Apple Podcasts
#73
New Zealand/Sports/Hockey

Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

Brenden Escott opens the September 22 show
Q: How do you feel about the modernization of the CFL?
The modernization is met with mixed reactions; some fans and players feel that changes could undermine the unique aspects of Canadian football.
Brenden Escott opens the September 19 show
Q: Who do you have eyes on in this training camp?
Listeners shared their focus on players like 'Little Stu' Skinner and other up-and-coming talents.
Elks defensive back Kordell Jackson
Q: How has communication evolved across the unit since week one?
Jackson highlights the importance of communication in achieving smoother gameplay, especially with changing personnel due to injuries.
Elks defensive back Kordell Jackson
Q: What do you think the defense has been most proud of this season?
Jackson notes that the defense continues to build and improve, proving doubters wrong each week.
Elks defensive back Kordell Jackson
Q: How do you balance it when you've got a solid individual performance like that?
Kordell Jackson emphasizes the importance of not staying satisfied and having a mentality to move forward and aim for wins.

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Centered on the vibrant sports culture of Edmonton, this podcast brings listeners insightful commentary and engaging narratives related to the Edmonton Oilers, the Edmonton Elks, and other key elements of the local sports scene. Through discussions with notable figures and in-depth analysis, the content often covers recent games, player performance, and emerging narratives within the CFL and NHL, creating a rich tapestry of sports news and stories that resonate with both local fans and wider audiences. Uniquely, the podcast not only features expert opinions and player insights but also fosters community engagement by spotlighting local sports stories and legends.

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2. Oilers NOW with Bob Stauffer
3. Cult of Hockey podcast
4. The Oil Stream
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Recent guests on Inside Sports include:

1. Stewart Johnston
2. Nathan Rourke
3. Mat Barrett
4. Clint O'Neil
5. Trent Frederick
6. Baba O'Neill
7. Kyle Bukaskis
8. Derek Van Deest

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