MicCHEK

Oct 24 2024 213 ep. 39 mins 25
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Island conversations. Island people. An Island podcast.
Hosted by CHEK News Anchor Joe Perkins and Producer KC Kyle.

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S03E04 - Sebastian Maniscalco & Alex Forman

Oct 24 2024 22 mins  
On this episode we are joined by legendary comedian Sebastian Maniscalco. Known for his physical and observational style, Sebastian is selling out stadiums around the world and chats to us ahead of the ‘It Ain’t Right’ tour at Rogers Arena. We are also joined by Victoria-based comedian & improviser Alex Forman (OK, Dope) who is a rising star in the industry. October 24, 2

S03E03 - Hidden Island Gems with Bob Kronbauer

Oct 17 2024 22 mins  
On this episode we are joined by Bob Kronbauer who is a content creator & storyteller who is simply known online as 'BC Bob'. Kronbauer talks about some unique history on Vancouver Island - including the legend of Fred Tibbs, the famous 'Garbage Gobblers' & the best donut shop in the province which is on Vancouver Island. Stay tuned for the quick shift!

S03E02 - Ed Bain 50 Years in Broadcast

Sep 26 2024 22 mins  
On this episode we are joined by the one and only Ed Bain who is celebrating 50 years in broadcasting. We look back on Ed's legendary career from his first radio job in Wayburn, Saskatchewan to 'The Q's Morning Show' in Victoria. Ed also talks about working in TV and the popularity of 'The Upside' - stay tuned for the Quick Shift!

S03E01 - Jordie Benn

Sep 12 2024 23 mins  
On this episode we are joined by Victoria's Jordie Benn who is retiring from professional hockey. We look back on Jordie's unique journey to the NHL which all started on Vancouver Island. Jordie talks about playing for 11 different professional teams over a 17 year career and capping it off with a championship in Sweden. Stay tuned for the quick shift!

S02E30 - Colin Mochrie

Aug 29 2024 28 mins  
On this episode we chat with Canadian improvising legend Colin Mochrie. Colin talks about his journey as an improvisational comedian & taking it all the way to one of the biggest shows on television 'Whose Line is it Anyway?' Mochrie shares some behind the scenes stories & talks about what he's up to these days. Make sure to stick around for the 'Quick Shift!'

S02E29 - Ryan Cochrane

Aug 01 2024 22 mins  
On this episode we are joined by Olympic Silver and Bronze Medalist (1500m freestyle) Ryan Cochrane. The Victoria swimmer talks about his journey in the pool & what it was like to represent Canada on the world stage. The 3-time Gold Medalist at the Pan Pacific Swimming Championships & 4-time Commonwealth Games champion talks about how he got into the sport, despite being to

S02E28 - Darcy & Jer

Jul 18 2024 22 mins  
On this episode we are joined by the comedy duo of Darcy Michael and Jeremy Baer. Together for over 20 years, the proud dads (and dog dads) are known for their hilarious videos on social media about their relationship, mental health, the LGTBQ+ community & Darcy’s love of plants. Now living on Vancouver Island, the couple just wrapped up a North American comedy tour. Make sur

S02E27 - Andrew Harris

Jul 04 2024 21 mins  
This week we are joined by Andrew Harris - a former football star who played 14 seasons in the CFL where he won 4 Grey Cups. Andrew talks about getting his start with the VI Raiders in Nanaimo & his time with the BC Lions. Andrew also talks about his new documentary called 'Running Back Relentless' which is a raw & inspiring profile of his journey.

S02E26 - Toxic

Jun 06 2024 22 mins  
On this episode we are joined by harm reduction & recovery expert Guy Felicella & filmmaker Robert Colbourne to discuss their film 'Toxic' - an unflinching look at the toxic drug crisis in British Columbia. Felicella provides context from inside the epidemic when he was living in the downtown eastside of Vancouver.

S02E25 - 111 Places in Victoria

May 23 2024 23 mins  
On this episode we chat with Dave Doroghy & Graeme Menzies about their new guide book ‘111 Places in Victoria That You Must Not Miss.’ The guys discuss the book - how it came together - some of their hi-lights & we each name our ‘Top 5’ things to do in Victoria!