Dec 5, 202532 min
On this episode we catch up with NHL player agent Bayne Pettinger. Bayne talks about growing up around the game in Victoria, working for Hockey Canada & becoming a player agent. Pettinger also talks about coming out as...
About this Podcast:
Island conversations. Island people. An Island podcast. Hosted by CHEK News Anchor Joe Perkins and Producer KC Kyle.
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What has MicCHEK covered recently?
Recent episodes include "Hockey Culture with Bayne Pettinger" (5 December 2025, 32 minutes), "Beers with Tyson Barrie" (9 October 2025, 28 minutes), and "Matt Irwin" (17 September 2025, 52 minutes).
How often does MicCHEK publish?
MicCHEK publishes roughly weekly, with episodes averaging 28 minutes across 235 episodes.
How hard is it to get booked on MicCHEK?
Booking probability for MicCHEK is 26%, and the host is rated Selective on guests. MicCHEK requires a Pod Score of 80 or higher. MicCHEK's contact route on record: verified email.
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MicCHEK is a society podcast with 235 episodes published.
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Recent episodes
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Beers with Tyson Barrie
Oct 9, 202528 minOn this episode we sit down with former NHL’er Tyson Barrie at his home in Oak Bay. After more than 800 games in the NHL, the Victoria product retired from professional hockey at the age of 34. Tyson is quickly jumping...
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Matt Irwin
Sep 17, 202552 minOn this episode we sit down with former NHL player Matt Irwin to talk about his playing career & life after hockey. Born and raised in Brentwood Bay, Matt talks about his unique journey to professional hockey and the...
- Sep 16, 202529 min
On this episode we sit down with Peter Leech & veteran reporter Patrick Johnston who co-authored the book 'Gino: The Fighting Spirit of Gino Odjick' - Peter talks about the life & legacy of his best friend & Patrick...
- Aug 29, 202552 min
On this episode we chat with Victoria based comedians Dan Duvall & Nash Park about the local comedy scene in the capital. Dan talks about playing the 'Just For Laughs' festival in Montreal while Nash promotes the...
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S04E06 - Local Elite Athletes
Aug 24, 202523 minS4Meet a world champion Triathlete Desirae Ridenour taking titles around the world. Also, Paul Haysom chats with an ex-NHL'er Matt Irwin about navigating the challenges of a Journeyman hockey career. We explore the...
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S04E05 - Local Artists
Aug 17, 202523 minMeet world-renowned artists who call the island home. Paul Haysom meets International musician Michael Kaeshammer and amazing mural painter, Archer.
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S04E04 - Victoria Tech
Aug 10, 202523 minS4Tech beats tourism as the biggest industry in Victoria. Paul Haysom heads to Viatec, a place where local startups get help to launch. MicCHEK also tours the headquarters of a multimillion dollar success story, which...
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S04E03 - Local Farming
Aug 3, 202523 minS4What is 'local food' anyway? Paul Haysom meets a local cattle farmer who shares the pride and hardships of being truly local. Paul explores how small scale farming may open doors to the daunting profession.
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Del Manak
Jul 28, 202540 minIn this episode we sit down with Victoria Police Chief Del Manak who is retiring after 40 years in policing. Born and raised in Victoria, Manak was the first person of colour to hold the role of Chief. Del shares more...
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S04E02 - Pandora Problem
Jul 27, 202523 minS4A walk through one of Victoria's most notorious encampments. Host Paul Haysom asks the outgoing Victoria Police Chief, Del Manak, if the complicated issues on Pandora Avenue will ever improve. Also, chatting with Chief...
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S04E01 Rebuilding Renfrew
Jul 20, 202523 minS4A developer has plans to transform Port Renfrew into a much larger community, but can the aging infrastructure support the potential influx. Mic CHEK facilitates a meeting between the Pacheedaht First Nation and the...
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S03E12 - Helen the Historian
May 1, 202523 minS3On this episode we are joined by Helen Edwards, an encyclopedia of knowledge when it comes to local sports and architecture. Helen is born and raised in Victoria and talks about her life as a philanthropist, activist...
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Brian Burke
Apr 2, 202527 minOn this episode we sit down with longtime hockey executive Brian Burke. Spanning multiple decades and teams, Brian breaks down his journey which includes Olympic medals & winning the Stanley Cup with the Anaheim Ducks...
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S03E11 - Comedian Dan Duvall
Mar 20, 202522 minS3Victoria-based Comedian Dan Duvall stops by the show to talk about his new special ‘Cheat Day’ - Dan also shares his long journey to get clean and sober while finding happiness in his career and personal life.
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S03E10 - 2025 Victoria Film Festival
Feb 6, 202523 minS3On this show we highlight two of the films playing at the 2025 Victoria Film Festival. Barbara Todd Hager talks about her powerful documentary 'Forbidden Music' in the first segment. We then chat with filmmaker Yuqi...
- Jan 30, 202523 minS3
On this episode we are joined by News Anchor & Reporter Jeff Butera who is the author of the book 'Write Like You Talk - A Guide to Broadcast News Writing.' Jeff breaks down some of the biggest mistakes in news writing...
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S03E08 - Pierre Poilievre
Jan 16, 202523 minS3Federal Conservative Leader Pierre Poilievre joins us in the studio to discuss the biggest issues facing people on Vancouver Island and British Columbia in 2025. Topics discussed include affordability, public safety...
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Mike Walker
Jan 14, 202525 minOn this episode we sit down with long time media member Mike Walker. From doing play-by-play, anchoring and reporting on CHEK to owning his own broadcast & production company - Mike has truly done it all. Mike has also...
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S03E07 - Holiday Trivia 2024 (part 2)
Dec 19, 202423 minS3Join host Paul Haysom, for some fun holiday trivia with CHEK personalities Stacy Ross, April Lawrence, and Kyle Lancaster.
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