The Bits

It’s the homestretch of the Oilers regular season - and as we get set for another deep playoff run (we hope) Paulina and Quinn take a deep dive on the team’s current situation. The ladies also turn to the machine for some hot takes down AI - and it turns out maybe artificial intelligence isn’t as smart as we think.

If it were up to us, International Women’s Day would be every day… so to celebrate properly we have been featuring amazing women driving sport in Edmonton all week (check our Instagram @thebitsyeg).

In this episode, another powerful female Vanessa Hettinger, one of the best power skating coaches in the country. Find out which NHL budding superstar she’s worked with, the science of athlete development and being a woman in a male-dominated space!

There's a lot of talk about Wayne Gretzky lately... with Canadians and in particular, Edmontonians. The behaviour at 4 Nations and the broader issues tied to that with Gretzky's political affiliations. Does this erase everything he has done for Edmonton? What does this mean for the hockey culture locally? Speaking of Gretzky, we talk about Ovechkin approaching his goals record. Later, we've got to address some team concerns...are we finally done with Skinner? What's going on with Bouche? On that note, trade deadlines are a big conversation right now so we get into it.

The PWHL Takeover Tour made its stop in Edmonton, and the city showed up. We’re breaking down the vibes, the game, and what this means for women’s hockey.

Then, it’s Canada vs. USA at the 4 Nations Cup, and the rivalry is heating up. We’re talking The Goonies villains (aka the Tkachuk brothers) bringing the chaos, Sidney Crosby’s Captain Canada, and Calgary Flames fans. Plus, thoughts on the anthem booing. After the anthem boos in Montreal, what’s going to happen in Boston?

And of course, we can’t ignore the real mystery we’ve all been looking to solve—who is McDavid’s tailor?

We also chat about Edmonton’s deep freeze, the need for better indoor spaces, and maybe even a new investment opportunity?.

PWHL Toronto’s Julia Gosling joins The Bits ahead of the league’s Takeover Tour stop in Edmonton! She talks about making the jump from college to the pros, what makes the PWHL so impactful, and why every night is ‘best on best’ competition. We also dive into her international experience, the mentors who helped shape her game, and—of course—settle the big question: Is she related to Ryan Gosling?

Plus, we wrap up with fun rapid-fire questions, giving you a behind-the-scenes look at life inside the Sceptres’ locker room. Don’t miss this one!

Predictions, silly goose bets and the "Tavis" of it all. Tune in for all things Super Bowl LIX this weekend.

Edit: at the time of this podcast recording, Donald Trump had not yet announced he will be attending the Super Bowl.

We have been working on this special episode for a while and this week we welcome Danielle Serdachny and Stephanie Markowski from the Ottawa Charge. The Edmonton-born gals are getting set to play at their hometown rink Rogers Place for the PWHL Takeover, but we talk so much more than just the big game against Toronto.

Yes, we are still talking about it even though Connor McDavid certainly wants it to all go away… but we need to get some things off our chest about his suspension. We will also have some fun with some quick questions, including what is with hockey players and Donald Trump?

The Bits have beef with one of the PWHL jerseys. The NHL trade deadline is upon us - Quinn breaks down exactly what that means and who we think is on the trading block. Plus, the gals have some rapid-fire questions for each other.

The First Lady of Edmonton, Lauren McDavid, has dropped a new line of athleisure wear, and we have thoughts. The Oilers are showing up as the playoff team that we've been waiting to see, which bodes well heading into a VERY key game on Monday featuring a certain player that we'd really like to troll with signage.