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The JD Bunkis Podcast

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Toronto Maple Leafs
NHL Trade Deadline
NHL
James Mirtle
Boston Bruins
NHL Playoffs
Toronto Blue Jays
Craig Berube
Blue Jays
NBA
Toronto Raptors
Concert Culture
Pittsburgh Steelers
Joey Votto
Brendan Shanahan
Scottie Barnes
Josh Donaldson
Jake Guentzel
Jeff Marek Show
Denver Nuggets

JD Bunkis breaks down the biggest stories in sports every weekday morning. Honest, direct, and a touch of diablerie. Airing live on Sportsnet 590 The FAN from 9am-11am ET.

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National NBA writer and host, Zach Harper, joins JD Bunkis to talk about giving the Raptors an A- letter grade for their season thus far, Toronto's offensive and defensive ceiling, and the title chances for the Raps' potent opponents this week: the O... more

JD Bunkis and Ben Ennis, co-host of The FAN Morning Show, banter about JD's Maple Leafs take on how Leafs nation may treat Auston Matthews moving forward, the report of Ricky Tiedemann's elbow soreness, if Eric Lauer can crack the starting rotation, ... more

James Mirtle, senior writer at The Athletic, talks about the compact post-Olympic NHL schedule, if the World Cup will gain traction, the conversation surrounding goaltending and goaltending development in Canada, the weight on Auston Matthews as he r... more

Sportsnet's Shi Davidi joins JD Bunkis live from Dunedin, Florida, to explain his read on Eric Lauer's role, what factors could influence the Blue Jays starting rotation, the Jays continued interest in Max Scherzer, and early impressions of Kazuma Ok... more

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Recent Guests

Brenden Morrow
15 years in the NHL, Olympic gold medalist in Vancouver in 2010, four-time IHF World Championships
Episode: Hour 2: Canada Pressure and Olympic Memories w/ Brenden Morrow
Oren Weisfeld
Author of "The Golden Generation: How Canada Became a Basketball Powerhouse"
Episode: Hour 2: How Canada Became a Basketball Super Power w/ Oren Weisfeld
Scott Niedermayer
Hockey Hall of Famer and two-time Olympic gold medalist
NHL
Episode: Hour 2: Scott Niedermayer on the NHL's Return to the Olympics and Canada's Chase for Gold
Brian Macon
Founder of the gym and longtime coach and trainer of Scottie Barnes.
Episode: Hour 2: Scottie Barnes' Development Path w/ His Trainer Brian Macon
Michael Grange
Sports Journalist and NBA Analyst
Sportsnet
Episode: Hour 1: What the Raptors Could Do at the Deadline w/ Michael Grange
Charlie Villanueva
Former Toronto Raptor and NBA player, co-host of podcast To The Baja
To The Baja
Episode: Hour 2: The Raptors Deadline Catch + Charlie Villanueva
Jared Carrabis
Host of Baseball is Dead and Section 10 Podcast
Episode: Hour 2: AL East Dynamics and Bo Bichette Sweepstakes w/ Jared Carrabis
Mitch Bannon
Jay's writer for The Athletic up-and-coming rising reporter
The Athletic
Episode: Hour 1: Leafs Synergy + Tucker Aggression w/ Mitch Bannon
Troy Stecher
A defenseman for the Toronto Maple Leafs, discussing his career and experiences
Toronto Maple Leafs
Episode: Hour 1: Troy Stecher + What the Leafs Need from Matthews

Host

J.D. Bunkis
Host with a focus on breaking down sports stories with honesty and humor.

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 1.8k ratings
  • Consistently great show

    JD hosts a fantastic show with informed guests, relevant discussion and great energy. Superb coverage of The Jays this season and always great stuff with The Leafs.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Oysterboy
    United States4 months ago
  • Love this show

    JD first heard you in Toronto Mike a few months ago. Because of that I tune in to listen to you everyday. Love your heart for our city

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Scott 46854
    Canada4 months ago
  • Game 5

    Thanks so much for summing up your feelings and thoughts about Game 5. I couldn’t agree more. Let’s win Game 7!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Giacomo Mario
    Canada4 months ago
  • Listen daily

    Love JDs take daily. He is honest and a great podcast! Highly recommend

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    DaisyJamaican01
    Canada6 months ago
  • Best Sports Radio Show in the region

    JD does not waste any time with useless banter and giggling like so many other shows. Instead he launches into all his thoughts in great detail, and at least for me seems to hit the nail on the head on a brought spectrum of topics. Love your passion JD and please know you are can’t miss in the Sports media world.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Raptorized
    Canada7 months ago

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Fans appreciate the honest and direct approach that the host brings to the discussion, creating a relatable atmosphere.
Listeners find the insights from experts and former players add valuable depth to the sports analysis.
The lively discussions and engaging content keep fans coming back, often describing the experience as like hanging out with friends.
Some listeners wish for a broader focus on other sports beyond hockey and baseball, while others fully enjoy the concentrated coverage of their favorite teams.

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Apple Podcasts
#192
Canada/Top Podcasts
Apple Podcasts
#12
Canada/Sports
Apple Podcasts
#153
Singapore/Sports
Apple Podcasts
#189
United Arab Emirates/Sports
Apple Podcasts
#195
Hong Kong/Sports

Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

Hour 1: Canada Misses a Golden Opportunity w/ Hailey Salvian
Q: Who do you think was the biggest winner for Canada over these Olympics?
Laura Stacey had a great tournament and proved herself as a star in her own right.
Hour 1: Why the Pressure is Different this Time for Team Canada + Can They Be the Greatest Team of All-Time? w/ James Mirtle
Q: Do you think it's devastating if they lose this one?
Mirtle feels that while losing would be disappointing, the context of Canada's historical success in Olympic tournaments mitigates the pressure somewhat.
Hour 1: Why the Pressure is Different this Time for Team Canada + Can They Be the Greatest Team of All-Time? w/ James Mirtle
Q: Do you agree with that assessment?
James Mirtle acknowledges that pressure is a constant for Team Canada but suggests that losing may not be as devastating now given their historical success in international play.
Hour 1: Team Canada Crusher w/ Kris Versteeg
Q: What's your overall take on the loss?
Losing to the States stinks; the embarrassment and reality of it have set in.
Hour 1: Team Canada Crusher w/ Kris Versteeg
Q: What's the worst part? What's the part that's haunting you the most?
I felt like I was stolen from a moment with my young children to absolutely go nuts with them in the living room.

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