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Victoria is playing host to Hockey Day in Canada this year. On this episode we chat with John Wilson (Victoria Hockey Legacy Society) & Bruce Courtnall (Courtnall Society President). The group talks about the final preparations & why it's such an important event for the region. We also play a little Courtnall brothers trivia!

On this episode Jessica McCool, Kyle Lancaster and Joe Perkins square off in a holiday trivia battle. Paul Haysom plays the role of host. Happy Holidays from the MicCHEK team!

On this episode Ed Bain, Jeff King and Jordan Cunningham square off in a holiday trivia battle. Paul Haysom plays the role of host. Happy Holidays from the MicCHEK team!

On this episode we are joined by Ciara McCormack from Ireland where she is the first female co-owner and CEO of a League of Ireland club (Treaty United FC). McCormack talks about her journey on & off the soccer field where she came forward about systemic abuse in the Canadian Soccer system.

On this episode we are joined by former MuchMusic VJ & ET Canada Host Rick Campanelli. Rick talks about working for MuchMusic in the 1990's and the new Documentary '299 Queen Street West'. Rick also takes part in a 'Quick Shift!'

On this episode we are tackling Men’s Mental Health with Mitch Hermansen from Movember Canada. We also catch up with former junior hockey player Justin Brien about his own struggles & how he’s become a mental health advocate and inspiration speaker. Jessica McCool also stops by to profile some local companies and events.

On this episode we talk with local historian John Adams who runs the Ghostly Walks & History Tours in Victoria with 'Discover the Past'. John explains the spooky history of the Island and shares his favourite stories. Jenny West (91.3 The Zone) is back to share her love of ghosts & explains why she lives in a Haunted House.

On this episode we talk with Victoria comedy actor Chris Wilson who just became a full time cast member on 'This Hour has 22 Minutes.' Chris talks about making a name for himself in Canadian comedy - utilizing social media & the art of the perfect impression. Jessica McCool also stops by to highlight a few spooky island events ahead of Halloween!

In this episode we speak about the long standing relationship between Victoria and Washington State. We are joined by Destination Greater Victoria CEO Paul Nursey who just went on a mission to Seattle to renew the relationship after the pandemic. We also speak with American travel writer Caitlin Flynn who fell in love with the island in recent years. Jessica McCool also stops by to highlight a couple of island companies!

On this episode we chat with legendary broadcasters Lynda Steele & Jody Vance. We discuss their iconic careers - the rise of females in the industry & the work that still needs to be done. Jessica McCool also stops by to hi-light two awesome island companies!