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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
CFL Preseason
Philip Broberg

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

Skating is the foundation of hockey and mastering it early can shape a player’s entire career. In this episode, Brenden sits down with Britney Millar, founder of Millar Power Skating, to break down when and how to introduce your kids to power skating... more

Professional box lacrosse is coming back to Edmonton. On January 16, 2026, Rogers Place will host the National Lacrosse League’s UnBOXed Series featuring the Georgia Swarm and Calgary Roughnecks — and NLL Commissioner Brett Frood joins the show to br... more

Brenden Escott looks at the Edmonton Oilers road trip, win over Ottawa and upcoming game against Montreal to lift the lid on the October 22 show. Don’t forget to follow Brenden on X (@BrendenEscott) and subscribe to the show wherever you get your str... more

In another installment of the Bears & Pandas Report, Brenden Escott is joined by the head coach of the University of Alberta’s men’s basketball program, Geoff Pippus, who takes the reigns from longtime coach Barnaby Craddock. Hear about his coaching ... more

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Recent Guests

Britney Millar
Owner of Millar Power Skating with a professional hockey background.
Millar Power Skating
Episode: The Minor Hockey Spotlight: Britney Millar from Millar Power Skating
Brett Froude
NLL Commissioner
National Lacrosse League
Episode: Brenden Escott opens the October 22 show
Geoff Pippus
Head coach of the Golden Bears basketball program
University of Alberta
Episode: THE BEARS & PANDAS REPORT: Golden Bears Basketball Coach Geoff Pippus
AJ Jacobic
Sports broadcaster from TSN 1200
TSN 1200
Episode: Brenden Escott opens the October 20 show
Jeff Pippas
New coach of the Alberta Golden Bears Men's Basketball Program
Alberta Golden Bears
Episode: Brenden Escott opens the October 20 show
Jack Roslovich
Newly signed forward for the Edmonton Oilers, previously with the Winnipeg Jets
Edmonton Oilers
Episode: Dave Campbell is in for Brenden tonight, and gets the show started by teeing up a BIG weekend of sports in Edmonton
Dave Paniota
Regular sports commentator and analyst
The Fourth Period and SiriusXM NHL
Episode: Dave updates the latest score on the Mariners VS Tigers game and more
David Pagnotta
Editor-in-Chief of The Fourth Period, Host and Analyst on SiriusXM's NHL Channel
The Fourth Period
Episode: The Fourth Period's David Pagnotta
Ian Herbers
Head coach of the U of A Golden Bears hockey team
University of Alberta
Episode: THE BEARS AND PANDAS REPORT: U of A Golden Bears Hockey Head Coach Ian Herbers

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!
    Canada5 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
#190
United Kingdom/Sports/Hockey
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#202
Canada/Sports/Hockey
Apple Podcasts
#114
Australia/Sports/Hockey
Apple Podcasts
#29
India/Sports/Hockey
Apple Podcasts
#30
Hong Kong/Sports/Hockey
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#46
Taiwan/Sports/Hockey

Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

NLL Commissioner Brett Frood
Q: What are the pillars in a marketplace that you hope to see when looking at team relocating or expanding?
Ownership is essential, market size and accessibility to facilities matter, and the fan base's willingness to support and absorb another team is crucial.
NLL Commissioner Brett Frood
Q: Could hosting this event eventually open the door to something permanent for the NLL in Edmonton?
Yes, hosting this event is important for energizing legacy fans and potentially establishing a permanent presence for an NLL team in Edmonton.
NLL Commissioner Brett Frood
Q: How important was it for the league to bring this showcase to a city that embraces indigenous heritage?
It's very important due to the immense indigenous roots in the area and the heritage associated with lacrosse as the creator's game.
NLL Commissioner Brett Frood
Q: How would you describe the atmosphere and energy of a game night like this?
An exceptional on-field product, nonstop action, physicality, and big personalities create an entertainment experience that caters to all types of fans.
NLL Commissioner Brett Frood
Q: What in your opinion, what in the opinion of the Brain Trust made Edmonton the right choice for the second unboxed series game?
Having a really good partner that's excited about it and can really drive energy locally. The partnership with OEG was essential and Edmonton is a ripe and high target market for such events.

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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
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Recent guests on Inside Sports include:

1. Britney Millar
2. Brett Froude
3. Geoff Pippus
4. AJ Jacobic
5. Jeff Pippas
6. Jack Roslovich
7. Dave Paniota
8. David Pagnotta

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