The Steve Warne Project - Ottawa Sports Talk

We finally tracked Jim down, by phone at least. We discuss Victoria Mboko's amazing victory, a significant moment for Canadian tennis. The NHL may expand to 34 teams in the near future. Media rights deals are becoming insanely lucrative for sports leagues. The Blue Jays have made a remarkable turnaround this season. Taylor Swift jumps on Travis Kelce's podcast. The financial landscape of sports is rapidly changing with new deals an...

Steve and Jim get into their usual lively, fun discussion that spans personal anecdotes, sports updates, and reflections on the pressures faced by athletes. They touch on the recent performances of the Blue Jays, celebrate the rise of women's sports, particularly highlighting young talents like Victoria Mboko and Summer McIntosh, and delve into the challenges of golf and the mental pressures of sports. And it's another episode of h...

We found Jimmy. He shares his recent experiences working at the Special Olympics and a charity event, reflecting on the profound impact these events had on his perspective of happiness and life. The discussion shifts to golf. On the local front, we're joined by Andy Rajathy, tourney director for the Commissionaires Ottawa Open happening this week at Eagle Creek. We also discuss Scottie Scheffler's big win at the British Open, and h...

We have a search party out for Jimmy, but in the meantime, here's Steve's 2024 interview with Ottawa REDBLACKS starting QB Dru Brown. We focused on his background, growing up in the South Bay of California, to becoming a professional quarterback in the CFL. He discusses the strong influence of his family, particularly his parents and sisters, and how their support shaped his career. Brown reflects on his college football ex...

In this episode, former TSN morning radio hosts Steve Warne and Jim Jerome engage in a lively discussion covering a range of topics from sports updates, particularly the Blue Jays' recent success, to personal health journeys involving weight loss medications. They also delve into the evolution of sports contracts, the significance of international competitions like the World Cup of Hockey, and the changing landscape of All-Star gam...

In this episode, Steve and Jim discuss a variety of topics ranging from DIY projects and golf mishaps to the state of boxing with Jake Paul. They delve into the NHL draft, Claude Giroux's re-signing, and the implications of the expansion draft on the PWHL. The conversation also touches on Gary Bettman's influence on the NHL and the ongoing discussions about equal pay in sports. The Swiss Women's national team lost 7-1 to a U15 boys...

Jim is buying a new TV and wants advice from Steve. We discuss the excitement of the Cup Final so far. A leak may have revealed Connor Hellebuyck's Hart and Vezina award wins before the official announcement. We compare NHL award mishaps to famous award show blunders. The CFL season has begun with mixed performances from teams. Jonathan Toews is looking to make a comeback after health issues. The Canadian Open didn't have t...

In this episode, we touch on NHL playoffs, some literal coffee talk, the recent royal visit to Canada, and fan reactions to playoff performances. We also get into the historical context of championship droughts in sports. We delve into the topic of attractiveness beyond age, discussing notable celebrities over 50. The conversation shifts to the excitement surrounding the upcoming RBC Canadian Open, and Steve gets the greatest birth...

We discuss how hard it is to win the Stanley Cup, especially when there are eight equally excellent teams. In Toronto, it's harder because of the insane fan and media scrutiny. We get into the emotional rollercoaster of being a hockey fan and the absurdity of extreme reactions to cheering for a great team that doesn't win the Cup. We discuss the growing popularity of women's hockey, including the Ottawa Charge's success. Our conver...

In this episode, Steve and Jimmy discuss all the NHL drama so far, the good and the bad. They strongly agree about the Sam Bennett hit on Anthony Stolarz. We talk about past radio shows, analyze the current state of hockey, including coaching changes and player injuries. We also dabble in the recent Canadian election and some recent TV binges.

Chapters

00:00 Introduction and Banter

03:01 Shroom Fest and Political Incorrectness

06:02 Po...

Jim and Steve confess their fear of public speaking and their sage solutions. We have a Canadian federal election on Monday, and we will discuss the modern ways people are influenced on who they'll vote for. Can the Ottawa Senators rally from a 3-0 deficit in the Battle of Ontario? Brady Tkachuk told the fans there will be a Game 6 back in Ottawa. We get into the crazy prank call on quarterback prospect Shedeur Sanders during t...

Jim's feeling the spring vibes — new golf gloves, fresh fairways, and his take on The Masters. We dive into the start of the NHL playoffs, where the rules seem to vanish overnight, and remember the fans back in the day who would bring handmade signs to react to the action in Philly and Ottawa. Plus, coaching shakeups with Laviolette and Cronin out, and from the "good try" files, Jim drops a hilarious story about "Eddie Olcyzk." It’...