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Host Brenden Escott is joined by Inside the Game Analyst Blake Dermott from 880 CHED’s Edmonton Elks broadcasts for a full breakdown of the Labour Day Rematch game between Edmonton and Calgary. The Stampeders marched into Commonwealth Stadium riding the high of a Labour Day win but were quickly met by a forceful Elks resistance. Get all the details on a career day for running back Justin Rankin and what the win means in the context of the playoff race. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Edmonton Elks running back Justin Rankin joins Inside Sports fresh off a career-defining performance in the Labour Day Rematch, rushing for 204 yards in a statement 31-19 win over the Calgary Stampeders. Rankin reflects on the adjustments that fueled the Elks’ offensive surge, the emotions of thriving in the Battle of Alberta, and how the team has grown into a resilient contender over the course of the season. He also shares his perspective on working alongside Cody Fajardo, the role of leadership in the locker room, and the mindset required to carry the load in one of the CFL’s fiercest rivalries. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The September 8 edition of Inside Sports opens with host Brenden Escott recapping the weekend in sports, which included Week 1 of the NFL season, an Edmonton Elks victory in the Labour Day Rematch game and some Toronto Blue Jays action as their season reaches a critical point. Don’t forget to follow Brenden on X (@BrendenEscott) and subscribe to the show wherever you get your streaming audio. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Host Brenden Escott is joined for another edition of the Other Side by CHQR 770’s Jock Wilson to break down the Calgary Stampeders’ 2025 season. They dive into the Stamps’ victory in the Labour Day Classic, what went right against Edmonton and how the team is preparing for the quick-turn rematch in the Battle of Alberta. Jock also shares insight on Calgary’s coaching, leadership, and what this rivalry means in the bigger picture of the CFL season. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Host Brenden Escott is joined by show producer and the colour analyst of Elks action on 880 CHED, Dave Campbell, to help set up the Labour Day Rematch game between the Edmonton Elks and Calgary Stampeders. A look at the team’s recent injury problems, quarterback Cody Fajardo’s pursuit of a bounce-back effort and what adjustments we can anticipate after the green and gold dropped the front half of the home-and-home series 28-7. Follow Dave on X (@Dave_CHED). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Host Brenden Escott explores the fascinating history of nicknames — from their origins in medieval “eke-names” to the way they’ve defined leaders, legends, and athletes across centuries. The conversation traces how nicknames shifted from practical labels to cultural storytelling, with famous examples like Alexander the Great, Ivan the Terrible and Richard the Lionheart. Then, the focus turns to sports: how nicknames evolved from locker-room jokes to media branding to fan-driven social media creations, with iconic cases like Babe Ruth, Wayne Gretzky’s “The Great One,” and Giannis Antetokounmpo’s “Greek Freak.” A lively deep dive into why nicknames stick, what they reveal about identity and how they shape the way we remember history and sports. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Brenden Escott starts off the September 5 edition of Inside Sports recapping the first game of the NFL season, which featured Dallas and Philadelphia in a rain delayed affair. The Blue Jays begin a huge series with the Yankees in New York and we ask you the question, “What’s your nickname, and how’d you get it?” Don’t forget to follow Brenden on X (@BrendenEscott) and subscribe to the show wherever you get your streaming audio. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Host Brenden Escott is joined by Sportsnet’s Nick Ashbourne to dive into the Toronto Blue Jays’ 2025 season and their pursuit of an AL East crown. The conversation explores how trade deadline acquisitions have shaped the roster, the impact of key players returning from injury, and which bats and arms need to step up down the stretch. Nick breaks down the development of Toronto’s young talent, the pressure on stars like Vladimir Guerrero Jr. and whether this group has the depth and identity to make a serious postseason run. Plus, a big-picture look at Ross Atkins’ roster-building strategy and what this season means for the future of the Blue Jays’ competitive window. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Host Brenden Escott sits down with NHL insider John Shannon on Inside Sports to dissect a quiet yet fascinating 2025 offseason. They explore why big moves have been scarce, what’s holding up Connor McDavid’s contract extension, and the ripple effects on the rest of the league. John breaks down the recent September 3rd GMs meeting, the evolving strategies of NHL front offices and the long-term implications for parity, star players and the business of hockey. This conversation goes beyond headlines to reveal what’s really shaping the league before the puck drops. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Host Brenden Escott welcomes Jeff Marek to Inside Sports for an in-depth look at the 2025 NHL offseason. They break down why the summer has been unusually quiet, the league-wide impact of big trades and under-the-radar moves and what came out of the September 3 GMs meeting. Jeff shares his insight on the business and culture shaping teams, the evolving strategies of general managers and the ripple effects for star players and parity in the NHL. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Brenden Escott starts off the September 4 show with a breakdown of the day’s sporting headlines including the return of the Oilers to the Downtown Community Arena in Edmonton, NFL football kicking off the 2025 campaign and much more. Don’t forget to follow Brenden on X (@BrendenEscott) and subscribe to the show wherever you get your streaming audio. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Brenden Escott is joined by NFL insider Andy McNamara to get you set for the 2025 NFL season. From blockbuster offseason moves and quarterback storylines to training camp standouts and rookie impact players, Andy breaks down the biggest headlines shaping the year ahead. We cover the Green Bay Packers’ splash trade for Micah Parsons, the reigning MVP Josh Allen and which teams have positioned themselves as true contenders. Plus, under-the-radar storylines, emerging league trends and what fans should be watching most closely as Week 1 approaches. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Host Brenden Escott welcomes David Pagnotta, Editor-In-Chief of the Fourth Period back onto the show as the NHL season draws nearer. They discuss a variety of headlines, from the latest on Connor McDavid’s contract extension to the general manager’s meeting and what questions were answered by Deputy Commissioner Bill Daly. It’s the return of one of our most trusted NHL insiders to the Inside Sports airwaves. Follow Dave’s work at theFourthPeriod.com. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Brenden Escott sits down with Edmonton Elks quarterback Cody Fajardo following the team’s 28–7 Labour Day Classic loss to the Calgary Stampeders. Cody shares his perspective on what went wrong in the rivalry matchup, the lessons the Elks can carry into Saturday’s rematch at Commonwealth Stadium and how he evaluates his own performance and throwing mechanics. We also dive into the intensity of his first Battle of Alberta in green and gold, the importance of bouncing back quickly and the leadership required to keep Edmonton’s momentum alive in the second half of the season. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Brenden Escott lifts the lid on the September 3 show with the Oilers on the ice down at Rogers Place, the Edmonton Elks regrouping after a Labour Day loss and more happening in the sports world. We bring you up to speed, as always. Don’t forget to follow Brenden on X (@BrendenEscott) and subscribe to the show wherever you get your streaming audio. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Host Brenden Escott welcomes Landon McCool from the Locked On Cowboys podcast to break down a turbulent offseason in Dallas. The conversation dives into the fallout from the blockbuster trade that sent Micah Parsons to Green Bay, what it means for the Cowboys’ defensive identity, and how the front office is reshaping the roster for 2025 and beyond. Landon shares his perspective on the team’s key offseason additions and whether Dak Prescott and the offense are equipped to carry more of the load. Plus, a look ahead at training camp storylines and how Dallas stacks up in a tough NFC race. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Host Brenden Escott sits down with Edmonton Elks analyst and two-time Grey Cup champion Blake Dermott to break down Edmonton’s 2025 Labour Day Classic loss to the Calgary Stampeders. Blake offers his perspective on where the game slipped away, how players and coaches bounce back from a rivalry defeat and what lessons can be carried over from his own playing career. The conversation also dives into the impact of defensive injuries, the challenges of plugging holes in the lineup on a short week and what the Elks must do to regroup ahead of the rematch. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Brenden Escott opens the first September show of the year with a recap of the Lasbour Day Classic between the Edmonton Elks and Calgary Stampeders in which the Elks were defeated 28-7 at the hands of their provincial rival. That plus that latest on Connor McDavid’s contract situation from Oilers CEO and President of Hockey Operations Jeff Jackson on Oilers Now. Don’t forget to follow Brenden on X (@BrendenEscott) and subscribe to the show wherever you get your streaming audio. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Brenden Escott is joined by Ryan Talbot of Syracuse.com to break down the Buffalo Bills’ 2025 offseason and training camp as the team prepares for another run at the AFC crown. From the fallout of Josh Allen’s MVP campaign to roster changes on both sides of the ball, Ryan shares his insights on how the Bills have retooled for the 2025–26 season. We dig into standout performers from camp, the impact of the team’s draft class and what Buffalo must do to finally get over the hump in a competitive AFC. Plus, a look at the biggest storylines to watch as the Bills chase another Super Bowl opportunity. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Brenden Escott is joined by a Stamps host and sideline reporter Dave McIvor to break down the resurgent Calgary Stampeders, who have stormed to a 7–3 record and stand as the only team to beat the powerhouse Saskatchewan Roughriders…and they’ve done it twice. We dig into what makes this Stampeders team different from last year’s struggling squad, the impact of Vernon Adams Jr. in his first season at quarterback and the defensive playmakers who are setting the tone. Plus, a look at standout rookies like Jaylon Hutchings, Dave Dickenson’s leadership and whether Calgary has what it takes to turn this momentum into a Grey Cup run. All this as the Labour Day Classic is set to unfold. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices