Three years ago, on May 25, 2020, George Floyd was murdered in Minneapolis, and the world reacted and mobilized. Three years later, what's different? Donnovan takes a look at the world of sport, in which athletes regularly use their voice to enact change - what, if anything, has actually changed in the last three years?

Donnovan's letter to his son: https://twitter.com/Sportsnet/status/1397274105221722114

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The Blue Jays are back on Friday Night Baseball to take on the Orioles, and Donnovan brings on one of Apple's analysts in former Major Leaguer Ryan Spilborghs to dish on his new gig. They chat about their favourite players, the 2023 season for the Blue Jays - including what's up with Alek Manoah - the ultra competitive AL East, and the new rules put in place by MLB for 2023 and beyond.

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The second round of the NBA Playoffs is coming to a close - what goes into the mental aspect of both players and coaches when trying to close out elimination games? Donnovan brings on David Nurse, author and mindset specialist, to discuss how players get in the zone in big moments. They also chat about the impact great coaches have on different rosters, and how we're seeing that this year in the playoffs from people like Erik Spoelstra and Michael Malone. Plus, they make some picks and get to the teams they'd most like to see advance to the NBA Finals.

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The final few episodes of Ted Lasso are almost here, so Donnovan catches up with cast members Cristo Fernández ('Danny Rojas'), Kola Bokinni ('Isaac McAdoo') & Billy Harris ('Colin Hughes') (4:16). They discuss the sheer popularity of the show, the devotion of the fans, interaction on the set, and the consumption of the show between North America and the UK. Afterwards, Donnovan speaks with two real athletes, Georgia Ellenwood (22:52) and Damian Warner (53:58), on their different roads to success - Georgia on her recovery from injury and Damian as he ramps up for the track season.

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Asian Heritage Month has arrived, and Donnovan celebrates Asian-Canadians in the realm of sports with three guests: B-Boy Phil Wizard joins to discuss his path and Korean heritage as he gears up for a run at the 2024 Olympic Games (1:55). Sandy Gill chats about being an educator, storyteller, and celebrity stylist, and also her design of Brampton-themed Hockey Canada jerseys (17:52). Hockey Canada's own Khanh Be joins to discuss Sandy's design and what the organization is continually doing to ensure inclusivity going forward (36:26).

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Donnovan clears out some of his sports notes with Sportsnet's Cabbie Richards (1:41) - they discuss the potential resurgence of boxing, Cabbie's reaction to Aaron Rodgers (finally) getting traded to the Jets, their top five players in the NBA today, and take a look back at the NFL Draft. Afterwards, Donnovan brings on former NFL All-Pro linebacker Shawne Merriman to discuss another card for his Lights Out Xtreme Fighting MMA league, and to share some expertise on the 2023 NFL Draft class (44:03).

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After 19 years, the Toronto Maple Leafs are finally moving on to the second round - what does a fandom go through after such a long wait? Donnovan chats with SDPN CEO and Leafs YouTuber Steve Dangle on experiencing the moment live on-camera, the sheer joy from both him and the fanbase at-large, and what's next for the team with the Florida Panthers on deck (2:40). Afterwards, Donnovan brings on The Athletic's Sean McIndoe, who discusses how other fanbases may have lost their favourite playoff punching bag, the sheer size of Leafs Nation, and how GM Kyle Dubas has somehow become a fan favourite for emphatic reactions (25:43).

The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates. 

It may be a non-Olympic year, but Canada's most decorated Olympian Penny Oleksiak never rests - she joins Donnovan to discuss her partnership with Royale ahead of National Adopt a Shelter Pet Day including her love for cats, dogs, and all animals (50:49). Penny also dishes on her training regimens when the Olympics are so far away - how do you stay active through training and nutrition? Donnovan also brings on Uncle Timmy - Tim Micallef discusses the NBA playoffs, Aaron Rodgers, and more (2:12).

The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates. 

The 2023 NFL Draft is days away, and Donnovan turns his attention to some of the top college prospects that might hear their names called in Kansas City. He chats with CBS Sports' Emory Hunt on the quarterbacks likely to be taken in the first round, including the newfound fascination with Will Levis, and whether or not Bryce Young can live up to his billing (6:41). Plus, they discuss the potential landing spots for RB Bijan Robinson, and what Emory thinks of Aaron Rodgers officially being traded to the Jets. Afterwards, Front Office Sports' Doug Greenberg stops by to discuss the history of the NFL Draft and how the league has succeeded in making it a tentpole event in the middle of the NFL offseason (44:48).

The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates. 

The FIFA Women’s World Cup is just a few months away, and with preparations underway, Donnovan brings on Minky Worden, Director of Global Initiatives at Human Rights Watch to discuss how the tournament (and organization) needs to be better than it was in Qatar for the athletes competing in Australia and New Zealand (3:20). Afterwards, he chats with NYU professor Michael Posner on the hardships created by worker-paid recruitment fees, a subject of his research into global sporting events (37:42). To wrap up, Donnovan chats with University of Waterloo PhD student Kevin Wilson on how new multi-sport facilities can be used after major events have wrapped up (1:02:02).

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