Oct 28, 202650 min
It’s playoff time! MOJ, Baker and Kowalski are back with a wall-to-wall preview of the Western Semi-Final against Saskatchewan. They break down the key battles and possible X-Factors to watch for on Saturday. TSN’s Glen...
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Step inside the office of a professional football team and get an inside look at what goes on behind the scenes. Players, coaches & other special guests will join Matt Baker & Nik Kowalski in studio for a unique look at BC Lions football and other stories in the world of sports.
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What is 1st and Now about?
Step inside the office of a professional football team and get an inside look at what goes on behind the scenes. Players, coaches & other special guests will join Matt Baker & Nik Kowalski in studio for a unique look at BC Lions football and other stories in the world of sports.
What has 1st and Now covered recently?
Recent episodes include "Glen Suitor Previews Western Semi-Final against Saskatchewan" (28 October 2026, 50 minutes), "Geroy Simon Interview + BC Lions Clinch Home Playoff Game" (21 October 2026, 49 minutes), and "Lions, Stamps Preview & Canada Flag Football Talk With Paul LaPolice" (14 October 2026, 50 minutes).
How often does 1st and Now publish?
1st and Now publishes roughly weekly, with episodes averaging 50 minutes.
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Recent episodes
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- Oct 21, 202649 min
The boys are joined by the legend Geroy Simon for a look at the current BC Lions and how they compare to championship teams of the past that Geroy suited up for. Number 81 also gives his thoughts on the play of Nathan...
- Oct 14, 202650 min
As the BC Lions prepare for another big battle in Calgary on Saturday, the fellas bring in TSN’s Paul LaPolice for a game preview and his thoughts on the big Lions turnaround from their 1-5 start. LaPolice also gives an...
- Oct 7, 202649 min
It’s Ottawa week with a playoff berth at stake! On the heels of Sean Whyte’s franchise record eight field goal-performance in Toronto, the boys welcome in the legendary Lui Passaglia to talk about the clutch kicker and...
- Sep 30, 202650 min
The BC Lions look to stay hot when they take on the Argonauts on Saturday in Toronto. The boys preview this matchup with Matthew Scianitti from TSN who gives his thoughts on the Lions’ recent success and how exciting it...
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Episode #242
Friday Night Lions Begins With A Bang vs Saskatchewan + Harp Pandher and Sophia Renn Interviews
Sep 23, 202658 minThe boys are back after a week off and ready to tee up Friday’s big divisional showdown with the Saskatchewan Roughriders. Harp Pandher, voice of the Lions on Punjabi Radio, joins the show to help break down the big...
Episode #241
Ryan Phillips On Wall Of Fame Career
Sep 9, 202649 minIn the second instalment of our 2026 Wall of Fame interviews, Ryan Phillips joins the program to reflect on his great career and how he carved a 2005 opportunity into a lifelong stay with the BC Lions. RP tells a great...
- Sep 2, 202650 min
Matt, MOJ & Nik are in Ottawa for another jam-packed episode of the podcast. Along with looking back at another impressive victory, the boys are joined by general manager Ryan Rigmaiden. How does Riggs view his team...
Episode #238
CFL and Media Talk With Chris Streveler
Aug 26, 202650 minIt’s Ottawa week, as the boys look ahead to this two-game Eastern trip through the Nation’s Capital and Montreal. They also recap Sunday’s big win over Saskatchewan and what stood out on both sides of the ball. Grey Cup...
Episode #237
Watermelon Smash Preview with Jamie Nye
Aug 19, 202651 minIt’s a long week of prep and build-up to the next big BC Lions game! There's plenty to discuss, as the boys are back to recap the big win in Calgary and preview Sunday’s Watermelon Smash with Saskatchewan in what...
Episode #236
Wall of Fame edition with Travis Lulay Interview
Aug 12, 202649 min2011 Grey Cup champion and 2026 Wall of Fame inductee Travis Lulay joins the show to talk about the honour, share his favourite career memories and answer social media questions from fans. The boys also recap a gutsy...
Episode #235
Hamilton Week + Dane Evans Interview
Aug 5, 202649 minIt’s a winning week on the podcast, as Matt, Moj & Nik recap the impressive effort in Winnipeg and look forward to Saturday’s home battle with the Hamilton Tiger-Cats. Former Lion & Ticat QB Dane Evans joins the fellas...
Episode #234
Solomon Elimimian Goes Down Memory Lane + Kaidon Salter at QB & Week 9 at Winnipeg Preview
Jul 29, 202648 minShort week? No problem! Matt, MOJ & Nik preview a big Thursday Night battle with the Blue Bombers and some possible lineup news that could be coming, including the expected first start for Kaidon Salter. Lion legend...
- Jul 15, 202648 min
The Lions are back from a bye and their Kelowna adventure and now will get amped up for a huge nine-week stretch of games. It continues this week with a rematch in Edmonton. Matt, Moj & Nik talk about the keys to...
- Jul 1, 202649 min
We've taken over Kelowna, as Matt and Nik bring you this week’s episode from the lounge at Okanagan College. We recap a tough BC Lions loss to the Calgary Stampeders and bring you all of the latest news from practice...
- Jun 24, 202649 min
Matt, Nik and MOJ bring you another edition of the podcast ahead of Saturday’s big battle with the Calgary Stampeders. The longtime voice of the Stamps, Mark Stephen, pays a visit to give a perspective from the other...
Episode #229
Previewing Week 3 at Hamilton with Matt Bucknor
Jun 17, 202648 min1st and Now is back with another jam-packed edition featuring Matt, Moj and Nik. The fellas recap a tough loss at Saskatchewan and start to look forward to another big battle brewing in Hamilton on Friday night. Matt...
- Jun 10, 202649 minS0
It’s our premiere 2026 regular season episode of 1st and Now! Bob “the Moj” Marjanovich joins Matt and Nik for another season of weekly shows. The fellas preview Saturday’s big opener in Saskatchewan with TSN’s Glen...
Episode #227
Training Camp Week 3 With Neil McEvoy
May 27, 202655 minS0In our latest Kamloops edition of 1st and Now, Matt & Nik are giving you all the latest Lion storylines! Neil McEvoy has been coming to training camp since 1998 and seen many different parts of the province. The club’s...
Episode #226
Live From Kamloops with MOJ & Giulio | May 22
May 22, 202647 minS0For the final time in 2026 Training Camp, Moj & Giulio bring you all of the latest with the Lions and a look ahead to Saturday's pre-season game in Langford. Hear from wide receiver Keon Hatcher Sr. and linebackers...
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Matthew Scianitti
TSN Football Reporter, TSN Soccer
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Ryan Phillips
Professional Hockey Player, International Motivational Speaker, Ted X speaker, Humanitarian, Life With Pigs Farm Animal Sanctuary
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Chris Streveler
summer CFL insider and former CFLer, Winnipeg Blue Bombers
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Morley Scott
play-by-play commentator, Edmonton Elks
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