The High Button Podcast

Wayne Bedecki shares stories from being drafted 1st overall in the Junior A Draft when he was younger, and everyone that showed up on draft day. From living in Cape Breton to moving to Halifax at a young age, Wayne talks about the transition from a smaller community to a bigger city. Also discussing his music career, and by putting yourself out there, it can make all the difference. Great listen #123

Jordan & Taylor Burke join Justin Belanger to talk about growing up in a hockey family and taking the game more serious as time goes on. From being drafted in the first round in the QMJHL to being put in a trailer park in PEI. Also the sacrifices teams must make in order to play as one unit. 6am run's in the middle of a Quebec winter and puke buckets on the ice can create for good stories. All that and more here on The High Button. #122

Trey Lewis & Brad Cuzner sit down with The High Button​ to talk about the transition from rivalries to brotherhood. The bumpy road from the Maritimes to the next level, and the many directions it could take you. Playing for the Halifax Mooseheads, to AUS to the pros. Its never an easy route but these boys show us how to have fun along the way.

Also, they both recently signed their contracts to play in France for the Brest Albatros.

All that & more #121 #SupportLocal #MaritimeProud

The game of hockey has taken Ryan Penny far and wide. From being traded in the middle of a Quebec snow storm, to 21 day road trips, Ryan knows what it takes to play at the professional level. Also playing for Moncton and Rouyn in the QMJHL, he talks about the differences between the two teams and making the best of the opportunities thrown at you. Also stories about last minute packing, and a funny Swedish teammate. All that and more on The High Button #119

Luke Green is here at The High Button to talk about his NHL draft experience and what it takes to play at that level. Being drafted first overall in the QMJHL can come with pressure, but Luke gives his advice on how to handle any pressure thrown your way. Growing up with his brother Matt, he talks about a bond they share that pushes them both to be better in all aspects of life. Winnipeg is lucky to have a guy like Luke in their orginization as he continues to develop into a pro on and off the ice. Class act #118

Without a question, this was one of the more inspirational podcast in High Button history. Sawyer Hannay talks about his transition from athletics to business and how every athlete has the same fire inside them to make the switch. Sawyer founded Country Liberty and shares his story on how he started out to where the company is now. Also Halifax Moosehead stories and being drafted by the Vancouver Canucks.

John Mullally and Riley Strowbridge join the show to talk about the places hockey can take you, and the stories you can gain along the way. John played NCAA D1 hockey in Alaska and currently plays here in Halifax for SMU, he gives us his reasoning for choosing the NCAA route over junior and how it helped him grow as a person and a hockey player. #116 is a classic!

Jordan Coyle shares stories from traveling the world representing Nova Scotia Lacrosse. From coaching Saint Mary's Men's Lacrosse to being heavily involved on the Provincial and National stage. Jordan sits down and talks about what he likes and dislikes about coaching. Also stories from one of the most memorable Europe trips of all time. #115 is a great listen!

Luke Warner joins The High Button to talk about one of the more interesting hockey careers in recent memory. Embracing the roll as an enforcer, Luke gives the listeners an inside look on what it takes to be able to have an impact during the game. From sleepless nights, to winning championships, Luke says "there's no better feeling in the world, knowing you're protecting every guy on your team" And wouldn't change a thing about his role. Must listen #114

Austyn Hardie stops by to talk about his junior hockey career playing with the Halifax Mooseheads. Austyn won the Memorial Cup with Halifax in 2013 and shares some cool stories from behind the scenes during that year. Also tells us what it's like to play with Nathan Mackinnon and Jonathan Drouin before they went on to NHL careers. Great Listen #113