Episodes
On Episode 107 of The Anecdote we bring on Saskatoon native, Spokane Chiefs forward and Team Canada Hlinka-Gretzky tournament captain Berkly Catton.  Prior to the interview we talk another disappointing Roughrider blowout loss, and recap the recently concluded Hlinka-Gretzky U18 tournament which ended with a team Canada Gold medal.  Former Saskatoon Contact Berkly Catton joins the program to discuss minor hockey in Saskatoon, the WHL Draft, Shattuck's St. Mary's, the U17, U18 and...
Published 08/15/23
On Episode 106 of The Anecdote, we start local and zoom out in the football world. Rieger starts us off with a 6 and 9 man offseason recap of where things are at, we talk Saskatchewan Roughriders football after another tough loss, and wrap up with what is happening at NFL training camp after the first week. Appreciate the show? Follow us on social media, download the podcast, and leave us a tip to show your appreciation:  E-Transfer: [email protected] Muun Address:...
Published 08/01/23
On Episode 105 of The Anecdote, we open up by recapping that crazy 12-11 Roughrider win against Edmonton.  Later on in the epi Maddog recaps the NHL Free Agency now that most of the dominoes have fallen, and we give our takes on all the major moves.  Appreciate the show? Follow us on social media, download the podcast, and leave us a tip to show your appreciation:  E-Transfer: [email protected] Muun Address: bc1qxxk3f7ds0ft3x28kfdxfwnn2qxza07z4l3vl2v2dk22xkc834umqlr54r6 Check out...
Published 07/12/23
On Episode 104 of The Anecdote, the boys carve out some time individually to talk about what's on their minds.  Enjoy! Appreciate the show? Follow us on social media, download the podcast, and leave us a tip to show your appreciation:  E-Transfer: [email protected] Muun Address: bc1qxxk3f7ds0ft3x28kfdxfwnn2qxza07z4l3vl2v2dk22xkc834umqlr54r6 Check out our new website: anecdotesk.ca
Published 06/30/23
On episode 103 of The Anecdote, we welcome on newest Roughrider receiver Jake Wieneke.  Prior to the interview, we recap the Riders week 1 victory over the Edmonton Elks. W discuss Trevor Harris, the defensive battle, the controversial final play and much more.  Maddog gives a Pay it Forward and we bring on Jake, where we discuss his time growing up and college ball in South Dakota, his journey to the CFL and Montreal, what it feels like to be a Rider and talk about the current team ahead...
Published 06/14/23
On Episode 102 of The Anecdote, we welcome on country singer Katelyn Lehner from Saskatoon.   Prior to the interview, we talk about the current Stanley Cup Final, recapping the first two games and the Conference Finals. We talk about a few of the recent moves in the NHL, including some of the GM and coaching movement.  After the interview with Katelyn, we recap the interview and talk Memorial Cup. We wrap up with Local Guy of the Week and Alternate Lines presented by TB's Bar and Grill in...
Published 06/07/23
On Episode 101 of the Anecdote, Brett and Logan bring a Saskatchewan football episode only a few weeks out from the start of the CFL Season.  We start off without Maddog this week by introducing the fellas and recapping our couple week break. Brett  and Logan give their eulogies for the Oilers and Leafs seasons respectively, and talk a little Stanley Cup playoffs to lead off the show.  Rieger gives a Pay it Forward, and we start talking Saskatchewan Roughriders football. WE talk positive...
Published 05/25/23
On Episode 100 of The Anecdote we welcome on Hockey Hall of Famer, 7-time Stanley Cup Champion and Val Marie Saskatchewan native Bryan Trottier.  Prior to the interview, the boys reflect on the journey to episode 100. We talk the peaks and valleys along the way, our favorite memories and how far we have come. After listing player numbers throughout the journey, we go through each number and name a hockey player who comes to mind for each.  Each host gives a Pay it Forward that sticks out to...
Published 05/08/23
On Episode 99 of The Anecdote presented by Upstream Data, we bring on NFLPA and CFLPA certified player agent Chris Lambiris from Dulcedo Management.  Before the interview, we preview the upcoming NFL Draft which starts on Thursday night. We talk about the most important swing picks, the top prospects at each position and what surprises to look for on draft night.  Wes presents a Pay it Forward, and we welcome on Chris. Chris is an NFLPA & CFLPA certified player agent with over 20 years...
Published 04/26/23
On Episode 98 of The Anecdote presented by Upstream Data we welcome on The Brothers G. The Brothers G are a rock band from Hafford Saskatchewan. In the episode the boys talk farming, their favourite venue and live show, some history of music, some influential artist to their career and their favourite hardware store to smoke a pre class J.  Appreciate the show? Follow us on social media, download the podcast, and leave us a tip to show your appreciation:  E-Transfer:...
Published 04/20/23
On Episode 97 of The Anecdote presented by Upstream Data, we bring on Saskatoon Blades Assistant Coach Dan DaSilva, fresh off a series win over the Regina Pats.  Prior to the interview Maddog intros the fellas, we discuss the Saskatoon Blades following the 7 game thrilling series, and Wes presents a Pay it Forward.  Dan DaSilva joins us for a discussion between series, and we discuss the turnaround in the Pats series, the Blades strong D core, the upcoming series with Red Deer and talk some...
Published 04/12/23
On Episode 96 of The Anecdote presented by Upstream Data, we welcome on Zach Schenken.  Prior to the interview, Logan introduces the fellas and we talk baby on the way for Wes and a busy upcoming weekend for Maddog. We are so excited to bring our new website on stream (anecdotesk.ca) with so many exciting things to come.   We bring in Zach from The Vitruvian Man, which is a men’s health program that helps men become better versions of themselves.  Zach was a walk on at the Georgia Tech...
Published 03/28/23
On Episode 95 of The Anecdote presented by Upstream Data we welcome on John Hodge, reporter for 3DownNation.  Prior to the interview, we introduce the fellas, quickly touch on the Brier playoffs over the weekend and recap some big news in the CFL, as the Roughriders welcome aboard CFL All Star receiver Derel Walker.  The signing was announced just hours following our interview with John.  Jesse gives his Pay it Forward, and we jump into the interview where we discuss the beginnings of...
Published 03/14/23
On Episode 94 of The Anecdote presented by Upstream Data, we roll without a guest and recap one of the craziest NHL Trade Deadline weeks in recent memory.  After an intro of the fellas, we talk about the upcoming Bitcoin and Farming Webinar hosted by Logan, before getting into the NHL discussion.  We talk about our three teams to lead it off, recapping the Leafs, Oilers and Avalanche moves over the last couple weeks.  Then we move to the bigger deals, including Patrick Kane to the Rangers,...
Published 03/07/23
On Episode 93 of The Anecdote presented by Upstream Data, we welcome on Beef Initiative founder Texas Slim.  Prior to the interview, Jesse Brett and Logan link up for an in person recording during our quarterly meeting. We talk through some big news coming down the pipe for the Anecdote, and Brett gives a Pay it Forward.  Welcoming on Texas Slim, Jesse and Logan talk through the Beef Initiative and cattle farming, big grain farming and the decentralization of the food system.  Following...
Published 02/28/23
On Episode 92 of The Anecdote presented by Upstream Data, we welcome on Ty Hoesgen, best-selling author, and the Founder of Advanced Growth Institute. Ty is a communication coach who  was born and raised in Watson, SK before moving to Toronto.  Before the interview we give the mic to Maddog to recap the big win his Chiefs pulled off over the weekend in the Super Bowl. Jesse gives a Pay it Forward before we send it to the interview.  We welcome Ty on and discuss communication skills, his...
Published 02/15/23
On Episode 91 of The Anecdote presented by Upstream Data, we focus on the upcoming Super Bowl 57 between the Kansas City Chiefs and Philadelphia Eagles. After we introduce the fellas, we jump right into the big game and go trough the biggest storylines to watch for, including the battle in the trenches, the seriousness of the QB injuries for both teams, and the halftime show.   Following the Super Bowl talk, Logan presents the Pay it Forward and we immediately talk Premier League, with an...
Published 02/07/23
On Episode 90 of The Anecdote presented by Upstream Data, we welcome on recurring guest and World Junior Gold Medalist Nolan Allan.  Prior to the interview we discuss the weekend that was in the NFL Conference Championship games, and Logan and Jesse go back and forth on the debacle that was the AFC Championship game.  Brett presents a Pay it Forward, before we welcome on Davidson, SK native Nolan Allan.  We talk World Junior gold, Nolan's growth since we had him on almost 2 years ago in...
Published 01/31/23
On Episode 89 of The Anecdote presented by Upstream Data, we welcome on Cam Stromme from Unchained Capital in Austin, TX to talk about the financial flexibility they offer when it comes to Bitcoin. Prior to the interview Dog gives the Pay it Forward.  During the interview we talk about what sets Unchained Capital apart from other financial institutions, the products they offer and how the company came to be. WE talk about the ability to borrow against your Bitcoin and eliminate cash from...
Published 01/19/23
On Episode 88 of The Anecdote presented by Upstream Data, we bring on Brian Zinchuk, owner and writer at Pipeline online (pipelineonline.ca). Brian previously worked building big inch pipeline before exploring his career in journalism.  We talk about starting your own media company, renewable energy and its drawbacks in our climate, energy policy, the future of nuclear and lithium in Saskatchewan and so much more in our own backyard. We touch on some global energy issues prior to hearing...
Published 01/12/23
On Episode 87 the boys recap the recently finished World Junior Championship, where Canada took home Gold. We give our instant reaction, as we record immediately following the overtime goal from Dylan Guenther.  We touch on the upcoming NFL Playoff seeding, before presenting our picks in Alternate Lines presented by TBs Bar and Grill.  VALUE FOR VALUE E-Transfer: [email protected] Muun Address:...
Published 01/07/23
On Episode 86 of The Anecdote presented by Upstream Data, we welcome on the co-founder of World Hockey Report and voice of the Sask Rush Cody Janzen. We preview the upcoming World Junior Hockey Championship, talk NHL and being a Twitter troll before wrapping up with some Saskatchewan Rush talk.  VALUE FOR VALUE E-Transfer: [email protected] Muun Address: bc1qxxk3f7ds0ft3x28kfdxfwnn2qxza07z4l3vl2v2dk22xkc834umqlr54r6 https://blog.upstreamdata.ca/ Pay it Forward 
Published 12/20/22
On Episode 85 of The Anecdote presented by Upstream Data, we welcome on coach Dave Rogers from Melfort and players Justin Moore and Daylon Lafreniere from Hafford, the Saskatchewan 6 and 9 man Provincial Champions.   VALUE FOR VALUE E-Transfer: [email protected] Muun Address: bc1qxxk3f7ds0ft3x28kfdxfwnn2qxza07z4l3vl2v2dk22xkc834umqlr54r6 https://blog.upstreamdata.ca/ Pay it Forward 
Published 12/14/22
On Episode 84 of The Anecdote presented by Upstream Data, we go without a guest to get you caught up on all the major news in the sports world.  We start off the epi by welcoming a new member to the Anecdote family, before jumping into the NHL talk. We look back at our division race predictions being at the quarter mark of the season, and take a few victory laps along the way.  Logan gives us a Pay it Forward, before we move into World Cup talk where we discuss the narrative around the...
Published 12/06/22
On Episode 83 of The Anecdote presented by Upstream Data, we are pleased to welcome on local legend Quick Dick McDick.  We talk it all with QDM, everything from hunting to farming, energy, comedy and the weather. Quick Dick wraps up the interview with a Pay it Forward.  Brett gives a Local Guy, and Jesse has a Pay it Forward before we wrap up with Alternate Lines presented by TB's Bar and Grill in Watrous.  E-Transfer: [email protected] Muun Address:...
Published 11/25/22