The Jay & Dan Podcast

This episode, only one rule; We go as long as Jay's phone allows.  Dan struggles to find any more joy in food and Jay almost bites the dust during a construction project.  Detroit Red Wings play by play announcer Ken Daniels joins the pod to discuss the potential return for hockey, the problem with play-in games, and would the NHL consider pumping in artificial 'booing' if Gary was to hand out the cup with no fans in the stands? Also, does Dan know an assassinerrrrrr?

Jay is rather unimpressed by the month of May, while Dan reviews Space Jam and reminisces about eating out of a man's barrel.  UFC Play By Play Voice Jon Anik talks about his experience at this past weekend's event, the fights that took place, the atmosphere inside the building, and what it's like to get a cotton swab shoved up your nose.  After countless technical issues (check the blooper section) the guys are finally able to connect with NASCAR Reporter Jamie Little ahead of her covering the upcoming races and pick her brain on some of her favorite stops on the racing tour. 

In the spirit of social distancing, Dan eats on Jay's porch and Jay details the spectacle that it was.  Friend of the pod and ESPN MMA Journalist Ariel Helwani joins the boys to discuss the upcoming UFC event in Jacksonville, what he's heard about testing, and how the return of MMA differs from other major leagues. 

PLUS; Expos love, the rules of homeschooling, Zoom call etiquette, Dan picks out his tombstone and we learn what a rumpus room is. 

Jay's part of a street gang, Dan's mic stand falls apart and he garbage pandas are taking over.  Texas Rangers Play By Play announcer and former Major League Pitcher spreads optimism about baseball being played this year, discusses ideas for social distancing within the game, and talks about what it was like striking out Michael Jordan.  The boys reinvent Skype just in time to get NFL Network's Mike Garafolo on to discuss the major success last week's draft was and what it's like raising a wrestler.

It's the podcasting event you've been waiting for: Gino Reda is on the pod!  Gino shares stories from his humble beginnings in the business and at the network, navigates mid-pod Wi-Fi problems without ever skipping a beat and shares a story of how Jay and Dan put his hand to work.  Dan tries a Filet-O-Fish for the first time ever while Jay isn't impressed with all the online challenges going around.  Friend of the pod, and Digital Media Manager for the Portland Trailblazers, Amara Baptiste calls in to reminisce about working with the guys at Fox,  and reveals that a certain mascots head may be missing.

The boys reveal their new Easter traditions, Dan tells us how he plans to deal with the media once he gets elected and Jay hatches a scheme on how to get more flour.  Anaheim Ducks defensemen Michael Del Zotto joins the pod to discuss his new quarantine routine (which includes spinning tunes, learning Italian and baking), discusses the possibility of resuming the season and tells us why Connor McDavid is the best 1 on 1 player in the league.  Meatballs, wines, sauces and so much more!

The guys take pity on 2020, Jay ponders whose hair colour is real and Dan just starts fires.   Canadian comedy legend and friend of the pod Sean Cullen joins the boys to discuss face touching, how the Peterborough Pete's got their name and shows he's a man of many hats (literally).  Supermarket freak-outs, cats taking over, and the debut of Saint Hot Dog…another classic in the books!

Jay gives us a detailed tour of his 'dream house', while Dan details his recent shopping experience.  The guys share their winning Monopoly strategies with Stoff, address the relaxed liquor laws and Dan drops a hot take about pizza.  Nearing the end of his government-imposed quarantine James Duthie joins the boys and describes his return to the country, spills Dreger's secret and makes animal noises.

PLUS; Classic Play Sets vs Bouncy Castles debate, tips on swimming with dolphins in the wild, the secret to part-time vegetarianism and in the end the boys bare all!

The guys adjust to the new normal as Jay orders a lot of wine and Dan concludes that he is, well, 'wet'.  Toronto Star columnist and TSN contributor Bruce Arthur joins the podcast to discuss his coverage of the coronavirus, what fears lie ahead and the importance of stepping back and taking a deep breath. 

PLUS; Handkerchiefs vs Nose Picking, the status of adult films and the future of the handshake.  

Dan learns a good deed can be met with skepticism, Jay has a message for the hoarders and the boys pay tribute to a grape stomping legend.  TSN NBA Analyst Leo Rautins joins the podcast to help us keep a level head and gives some perspective to the situation while looking back at the halted NBA season.