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The JD Bunkis Podcast

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Toronto Blue Jays
Toronto Maple Leafs
Toronto Raptors
Blue Jays
NHL
Cleveland Cavaliers
NBA
Canada
World Baseball Classic
Team Canada
Gavin Mckenna
Olympics
Vladimir Guerrero Jr.
NBA Trade Deadline
Auston Matthews
Major League Baseball
Los Angeles Dodgers
Hockey
Seattle Seahawks
Scottie Barnes

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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JD is joined by Ben Ennis, co-host of The FAN Morning Show (0:00), to discuss Kyle Tucker's struggles with the Los Angeles Dodgers, if there would be a different level of fan pressure had he signed in Toronto, and sizing up the Tampa Bay Rays ahead o... more

JD reacts to the Blue Jays' series victory over the New York Yankees before being joined by Sportsnet's Ben Nicholson-Smith (9:41) to discuss Toronto's sudden turnaround, their continued reliance on great pitching and defence, contributions from dept... more

JD shares his perspective on the post-deadline vibe shift in the Blue Jays' clubhouse and fan atmosphere at the Rogers Centre. Then, Eric Sogard, former MLB infielder and Blue Jay joins the show (11:42) to discuss his short but memorable tenure in To... more

JD reacts to the Blue Jays' third straight victory over the Red Sox, bringing Toronto within 1.5 games of a Wild Card spot. Then, James Palmer, NFL Insider at Bleacher Report, joins the show (5:33) to discuss NFL training camp storylines including, t... more

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Recent Guests

Eric Sogard
Head of PRO5 Baseball Academy, former Major League Baseball player
PRO5 Baseball Academy
Episode: Pivotal Pieces for a Jays Run + Eric Sogard
Adam Ottavino
Professional baseball pitcher; Yes Network Baseball & Coffee host
Yes Network
Episode: Cy Young Cease, New Additions and Jays Pitching w/ Adam Ottavino
Brandon Brown
Guest host/analyst in Friday segment
Episode: Cy Young Cease, New Additions and Jays Pitching w/ Adam Ottavino
Geoff Pontes
Prospect writer at Baseball America
Baseball America
Episode: Soriano Trade Live Reaction, Gausman Return & State of the Jays Farm System w/ Geoff Pontes
Gavin McKenna
Guest discussing Yukon background and perspective
Episode: Gavin McKenna + MLB Teams That Need to Make a Move w/ Jared Carrabis
Jordan Shusterman
Co-host of The Cespedes BBQ Podcast; MLB writer at Yahoo Sports
Yahoo Sports; The Cespedes BBQ
Episode: Messi's Masterpiece and England's Collapse + Jays Draft and Farm System Deadline Impact w/ Jordan Shusterman
Joe Casciaro
Staff writer, The Score
The Score
Episode: Kawhi Limbo + Raptors Summer League Takeaways w/ Joseph Casciaro
John Schneider
Toronto Blue Jays manager, guest on the show
Toronto Blue Jays
Episode: Jays at the Break, the McGregor Disaster + Another FIFA Controversy
Sam McKee
Guest joining to discuss Leafs off-season and season expectations
The JD Bunkis Podcast / Leafs coverage
Episode: Are the Leafs a Playoff Team? w/ Sam McKee

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JD Bunkis
Host of The JD Bunkis Podcast

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 1.9k ratings
  • Best Toronto/Canada Sports Show

    I have been listening to JD since the “Good Show” days. My favourite episodes are the “Good Hour” ones with Ben Ennis but I listen to all of this podcast. Honest, hilarious, and relatable takes on Toronto and Canadian sports. Did you know he’s from the Yukon?!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    DGGLEB
    Canadaa month ago
  • So much potential, so much left on the table.

    The Jays are having a historically bad year and perhaps so are the podcasts that should be the top of the game. Too often these conversations of people talking over each other so you hear absolutely nothing. Even worse, there seems to be no plan or outline as they suggest one idea and then refute a couple of sentences later with no recall of what they just said! This is the tweedledum and tweedledee of jays podcasts.

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    betapic
    United Statesa month ago
  • Hot Take

    If you enjoy early-middle-age guys who are obsessed with seeming young, sound perpetually annoyed and pissy, talk down to everyone and come off like they think they’re the smartest people in the room… then “jump on” and “chop it up” with the King of Hot Takes. When JD avoids all that b.s. he’s actually quite insightful.

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    KarlMaldensNose
    Canada4 months ago
  • This is usually a fun listen

    Disappointed in JD’s anti Olympic hockey take. Feels like he really moves as the wind blows… Update: While I don’t like some aspects of the show, I do think that JD is relatable - and I’m bumping my rating to five stars because I agree with every single word of his take on Ovie’s chase of Gretzky. Show is at its best when JD has a co-host like Ben or Blake to provide contrast. Love the bit about snooze on alarm clocks. // Original review: I listen to this show in part because JD often has great ... more

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    constantthinker1
    Canada7 months ago
  • 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 States10 months ago

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Listeners praise its honesty, Toronto focus, and strong guest lineup.
Fans appreciate the host duo's energy, depth, and Toronto sports pride.
Some listeners critique the show for talking over each other and lacking a clear outline.

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Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

Cy Young Cease, New Additions and Jays Pitching w/ Adam Ottavino
Q: What makes Dylan Cease such a standout this season?
Ottavino and the host explain Cease's breakthrough due to a refined mix and rhythm, coupled with a slight adjustment to pitch usage, resulting in sustained dominance and elite strikeout rates.
Jays Deadline Path w/ Ben Nicholson-Smith
Q: What would need to happen for the Blue Jays to become a significant buyer at the deadline?
They would need to show credible momentum in the standings (e.g., win streaks or a path to playoff contention) and pursue controllable starting pitching, not rentals, while keeping long-term asset value in mind; the goal would be to strengthen the core for the next few years rather than chasing a short-term surge.
Jays Deadline Direction w/ Jim Bowden, Alfie is a Leaf & the Great Sports Tech Disaster
Q: What's up, Jim? How are we doing, brother?
Bowden discusses his current role as an insider analyst, then gives a quick overview of the Blue Jays' situation and the trade deadline landscape, emphasizing that the decision will depend on how the team performs going into August and potential injuries.
The Kawhi Trade, Raptors Roster Questions + LeBron's Expendables w/ Jason Timpf
Q: What do you think about the deal overall for the Raptors?
The Raptors secured a championship-caliber star in Kawhi and preserved much of their core, which makes the trade feel justified despite the long-term pick cost. The balance of risk and reward hinges on Kawhi's health and how well the rest of the roster can complement him to stay competitive in a deep East.
The Tkachuk Trade, NHL Player Empowerment + Marlies Head Coach John Gruden
Q: Yeah, I know you guys have your celebration today. And so first and foremost, you've had a couple of days to sit with us now. I'm curious if there's anything in particular that's really stuck out to you, something that you've reflected on more than anything else.
There were a lot of moments throughout the playoffs that were special to us as a staff, to our organization, and to the players; the leadership and the grind of two months culminated in a championship, which validated the hard work, development, and the team-first culture we emphasized.

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A fast-paced weekday sports discussion show that blends in-depth analysis of the Toronto Blue Jays with broader pro and college sports chatter, cross-sport narratives, and media/fan culture. Episodes regularly feature MLB insiders, pitchers and hitters, and cross-sport voices, with a strong emphasis on roster moves, playoffs, and the business of sports. The format often combines sharp opinion, expert context from guests, and candid banter between two hosts, delivering timely takes on games, trades, and headlines for a Toronto-area audience. A notable edge is the mix of traditional baseball discussion with NBA/NFL conversations and investigative journalism angles on sports narratives, which can offer unique angles for sponsors and guests ali... more

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7. Joe Casciaro
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