Bury the Lede

Qilak (qui-lack) “sky”

Qaumajuq (kow-ma-yourk) “it is bright, it is lit”

The Winnipeg Jets are battling Toronto and Edmonton for top spot in the all-Canadian division. Free Press sports editor Steve Lyons and columnist Mike McIntyre look at their chances of finishing first with just 11 games left in the regular-season. They also discuss the return to health of captain Blake Wheeler, the inconsistent play of Pierre-Luc Dubois and what might be a preferred playoff matchup. The also tackle the CFL’s decision to kick the start of their season a couple months down the road due to COVID-19, Mike getting vaccinated on Monday and Steve’s upcoming date with a needle.

Jetcetera Ep. 61: A Thirst For First?

Well that escalated quickly. The Winnipeg Jets finished off the Edmonton Oilers in four memorable games, the last three all going to overtime. Free Press sports editor Steve Lyons and columnist Mike McIntyre discuss a sweep nobody saw coming and where it all went right for Winnipeg and wrong for Edmonton. They also discuss what home playoff games in the middle of a pandemic looked and felt and sounded like and how it’s unfortunate fans couldn’t have been there to witness it. Come for the hockey talk and stay for the gardening tips as Steve also chats about his green thumb and big plans for his backyard.

Jetcetera Ep. 66: How Sweep It Is

The Winnipeg Jets season may be over. But the stage is set for what should be a busy summer around here. From free agency to the amateur and expansion draft, Free Press sports editor Steve Lyons and columnist Mike McIntyre discuss what’s on the extensive to-do list for the hockey club. They also chat about the CFL targeting fans in stadiums for an early August start, the Toronto Blue Jays terrible bullpen, and ticks and bears and golf. Oh my.

Jetcetera Ep. 68: Summer Coming In Hot

Business is about to pick up for the Winnipeg Jets, with the expansion draft, entry draft and free agency all around the corner. Free Press sports editor Steve Lyons and columnist Mike McIntyre peer into the crystal ball to see how it all may shake down for the hockey club. They also reflect on Mike’s recent cross-border trip covering the Stanley Cup Final and the unique experience it provided. Turning to the gridiron, the duo also discuss the Winnipeg Blue Bombers getting ready for a season opener that could be held in front of a packed house as at IG Field, and also chat about vacation time and holidays that might be on the horizon.

Jetcetera Ep. 69: Pucks And Pigskin

Free Press sports editor Steve Lyons and columnist Mike McIntyre take their show on the road this week, with a special edition recorded from Pine Ridge golf course following two straight days of teeing it up in charity tournaments. They discuss the highs and lows of the rounds —  we’ll let you guess which one they spent more time on — and the state of their games. Turning from amateur hour back to the pros, they talk about Winnipeg Jets defenceman Josh Morrissey opening up to Mike about playing last season with a heavy heart and the recent death of his father due to brain cancer, the Blue Bombers coming back down to Earth a bit, COVID-19 issues hitting the CFL hard and what should be done about it, and plans for their upcoming vacations.

Jetcetera Ep. 74: Teeing Off

The Winnipeg Jets went duck hunting Wednesday night — and shot themselves in the foot. Free Press sports editor Steve Lyons and columnist Mike McIntyre — who is on the road covering the club — discuss what went wrong in the season debut in Anaheim and whether there’s reason for alarm. Mike also talks about his sit-down chat with Teemu Selanne in Southern California and upcoming feature on the Finnish Flash. Other topics include the seemingly unbeatable Blue Bombers and the McIntyre family vacation to Manhattan.

Jetcetera Ep. 77: Fowl Start

The Winnipeg Jets are winless through three games and have already lost their captain to COVID. Not exactly the start to the new season they were looking for as angst levels are quickly rising. Free Press sports editor Steve Lyons and columnist Mike McIntyre discuss all that has gone wrong so far, and how they can right the ship starting with tonight’s home opener. They also talk about the rich getting richer as the 9-1 Blue Bombers load up for the stretch drive, upcoming scheduling conflicts that directly pit the hockey team versus the football club, and what really gave Steve a scare at Boo At The Zoo last weekend.

Jetcetera Ep. 78: A Worrisome First Week

A folk ballad written by Gary Wallace in the memory of Iona Weenusk, a writer and aspiring nurse from Bunibonibee Cree Nation who was killed in a 1972 plane crash.  Used with permission of the author.

Iona Weenusk by Gary Wallace

Winnipeg Jets general manager Kevin Cheveldayoff is on the hot seat for his role in a 2010 sexual assault scandal with the Chicago Blackhawks. Free Press sports editor Steve Lyons and columnist Mike McIntyre discuss the widespread fallout from a damning independent report on the case and what comes next for Cheveldayoff. On the ice, they look at how the Jets have seemingly got their game in order by stringing together three straight victories, the pending returns of Blake Wheeler and Mark Scheifele from COVID-19, how the future forward lines might look and debate the merits of giving backup goalie Eric Comrie a spot start. Turning to the gridiron, are the Blue Bombers making a case for best ever around these parts? And they also talk about Mike’s frigid final golf game of the year and whether they’ll be greeting Trick or Treaters this weekend.

Jetcetera Ep. 79: Day Of Reckoning

Winnipeg Jets general manager Kevin Cheveldayoff is the last man standing from a 2010 sexual assault scandal with the Chicago Blackhawks. Free Press sports editor Steve Lyons and columnist Mike McIntyre discuss where this sad story goes from here, why Cheveldayoff was treated differently than all the others, Tuesday's emotional press conference at Canada Life Centre and how the Winnipeg Jets must now play a bit role in ensuring history doesn't repeat itself. On the ice, the team is red-hot, with points in seven straight games. What's been working well, and where are areas for improvement as they continue a season-long homestand? The Blue Bombers are back from a bye week and preparing for the stretch drive with a couple of big additions to the ranks. And Mike talks about "playing hurt" this week after getting broadsided by an inattentive driver on a cigarette dash.

Jetcetera Ep. 80: Last Man Standing

The Winnipeg Jets woke up today on top of the Central Division, flying high thanks to a 9-3-3 start to the season. Free Press sports editor Steve Lyons and columnist Mike McIntyre discuss the club’s impressive play and what they need to do to ensure it continues. They also look at how the team isn’t getting a lot of respect outside the market, which likely will add some fuel to the fire. The Blue Bombers are preparing for their regular season finale that Steve and Mike say isn’t as meaningless as it might seem. And they also talk travel following Mike’s recent trip to Sin City.

Jetcetera Ep. 81: Thirst for First

The Winnipeg Jets have tumbled out of a playoff spot, thanks to a tough two weeks in which they've won just once in their last seven outings. Free Press sports editor Steve Lyons and columnist Mike McIntyre look at where it's suddenly gone wrong, including an alarming power outage from the club's potent forwards. The duo discuss how the struggling squad can potentially shake the slump as they skate into December. Turning to football, they preview this Sunday's West Division Final between Winnipeg and Saskatchewan and whether the heavily-favoured Blue Bombers should be worried at all. Other topics include Mike shopping for a new used car, and Steve enjoying a musical trip down memory lane.

Jetcetera Ep. 82: Jets Flying Low

Candice Bergen speaks at the PC Manitoba Youth Reception, hosted by Young Tories Manitoba, on May 24, 2023.

Candice Bergen speaks at Young Tories Manitoba event

911 call made May 16, 2022 by man who found human remains

Robocall from Tuxedo Citizens United

Winnipeg Free Press sports editor Steve Lyons and columnist Paul Wiecek discuss the future of Mike O’Shea and Drew Willy; the PR handling of Patrik Laine’s arrival in the city and Durant fleeing OKC for the Bay Area.

White Noise: Straight talk on the Bombers, Jets and Kevin Durant

Jen and Erin discuss how often we all should buy new underpants, the new outlet mall, the influx of healthful activities that now include alcohol and the unofficial start to wedding season. It's also Erin's birthday pod.

BtL Ep 5: Shopping Wedding Underpants

In the debut episode of "The Handoff with Harris and Hamilton" Free Press football reporter Jeff Hamilton and Blue Bombers running back Andrew Harris go over the team's 56-10 win over the Montreal Alouettes; dissect the "trick" play that ended with Harris catching a touchdown pass; examine the emergence of rookie QB Chris Streveler; debate whether Duron Carter is good for the CFL; ask why Johnny Manziel gets so much airtime; and finally get Harris' optimal CFL fantasy lineup.

The Handoff Ep. 1: What does fear feel like?

In Episode 3 of "The Handoff - with Harris and Hamilton" Free Press Football reporter Jeff Hamilton and Blue Bombers running back Andrew Harris breakdown Duron Carter getting cut by the Riders; injuries and why some aren't excuses not to play; the recent string of players being charged and cut; Nic Demski and his hot start to 2018; a new segment called "Who would you..."; and much more.

The Handoff Ep. 3: No one is bigger than the team

On this episode, Jen and Erin talk about Burger Week, which kicks off in Winnipeg on Sept. 1, as well as Balenciaga's $9000 'Joey Tribbiani' coat and group-chat etiquette.

BtL Ep. 69: Burger Coat Chat

Jen and Erin chat about some of the new words added to the Merriam-Webster dictionary and the evolution of language. They also talk about sperm! More specifically, a new GQ long-read that provides some pretty startling scientific evidence saying men are half as fertile as they were 40 years ago. The gals also bring back the popular Pop-Culture Blindspot segment during which Jen tries to explain the plot of a Harry Potter film without having seen it or read the books.

BtL Ep 70: Dictionary Sperm Potter

In Episode 4 of "The Handoff - with Harris and Hamilton" Free Press Football reporter Jeff Hamilton and Blue Bombers running back Andrew Harris discuss what it will take for the Bombers to get out of their four-game slump; dive into which QB gives Winnipeg the best chance to break a 27-year Grey Cup drought; HC Mike O'Shea's loyalty to his teammates and its effect on the club; the curious case of Kenbrell Thompkins and his return trip from the hospital at the Banjo Bowl; and much more.

The Handoff Ep. 4: Nichols gives Blue best chance at winning Grey Cup

In this loosely back-to-school themed episode, Jen and Erin discuss self-care tips for the stressed, whether or not bras should be mandatory (spoiler: no), and how a girl gang of Nicoles came to be at the University of Calgary.

BtL Ep. 71: School Nicole Apple

In Episode 5 of “The Handoff – with Harris and Hamilton” Free Press football reporter Jeff Hamilton and Blue Bombers running back Andrew Harris discuss the Bombers riding hot into the playoffs; marijuana and the CFL; Boring Regina and cannon smoke; Stampeders show they’re poor losers; Harris opens up about new documentary; is the CFL doing enough to prevent head shots?; and much more.

The Handoff Ep. 5: Stay humble, sore losers

MKO Grand Chief Garrison Settee: "We should never allow this thing to happen again to any First Nation woman. The time for change is now. The time to overhaul the system is now."

MKO Grand Chief Garrison Settee on video of infant seized by CFS

Dan Lett and Niigaan Sinclair, along with legislative reporter Jessica Botelho-Urbanski, discuss the second week of the provincial election campaign, which included new polls and a lack of discussion around Indigenous issues by any political party. Former NDP Premier Gary Doer and Progressive Conservative Leader Stuart Murray sit down for a feature interview rehashing behind-the-scenes stories from their 2003 election face-off.

Jessica Botelho Urbanski's Album

NFA Ep. 2: Gary Doer and Stuart Murray

Jen and Erin are joined by special guest host Kelly Thornton, the new artistic director of Royal Manitoba Theatre Centre. She chats about the 2019/20 season opener, a production of Kat Sandler's Bang Bang, as well as her new gig, what she's reading, and how she gets it all done.

BtL Ep. 106: Kelly Bang Bang

Free Press columnist Niigaan Sinclair hosts the first episode of the podcast focused solely on the 2019 federal election. He invites former candidates Rebecca Chartrand and Kevin Chief to talk about Indigenous issues on the campaign and how they represented their Indigenous roots while handling party politics. Three Indigenous youth - Shay-Ann Jolicoeur, Raeden Brichlin and Carter Graveline - who are voting federally for the first time also weigh in about why they will cast ballots.

NFA Ep. 6: Indigenous Perspectives of the 2019 Federal Election

After about 11 weeks of covering provincial and federal elections, Winnipeg Free Press staff are ready to exhale. Columnists Dan Lett, Tom Brodbeck, Niigaan Sinclair and legislative reporter Jessica Botelho-Urbanski discuss the outcomes of the federal election campaign.

NFA Ep. 9: Election Season Finale

It's the last BtL of 2019! On this episode, Erin and Jen discuss the politics of Santa Claus as well as cultural FOMO in relation to year-end Top 10 lists. They also do a Good or Gross on Boston Pizza's Christmas Pizza.

BtL Ep. 115: FOMO Santa Pizza

Jen and Erin discuss the Arkells' incentive to get people to subscribe to newspapers and the new Taylor Swift doc Miss Americana. For Good or Gross, they try Timbits cereal.

BtL Ep. 120: Arkells Taylor Timbit

Jen and Erin talk about this year's Academy Awards — and how it was the most relevant Oscars in a while, the truly Winnipeg flap over a new hot dog kiosk, and why "how was your day?" can be the most infuriating question ever.

BtL Ep. 121: Oscar Weiner Day

Jen and Erin discuss the Harvey Weinstein trial verdict, a new report published by the Winnipeg Arts Council and Erin's (and the world's) new reality television obsession, Love Is Blind.

BtL Ep. 122: Blind Arts Verdict

Jen and Erin discuss the topic that has taken over the world: coronavirus. They chat about self-isolation and the cancellation of large events and why it's important to not only think of your own health, but health of those you come in contact with and the domino effect that follows. They also share some important podcast news!

BtL Ep. 123: Wilco Corona Quarantine

Jen and Erin discuss the strange days that have been — and the strange days ahead — living in a pandemic. 

And, after almost three years of Bury the Lede, the gals sign off — for now.

BtL Ep. 124: Strange Home Bye!

Free Press sports editor Steve Lyons, currently enjoying a “Staycation,” joins columnist Mike McIntyre to discuss the 24-team NHL playoff proposal that is gaining momentum, True North finally giving Jets’ ticket holders the option to get their money back, the strict rules Major League Baseball is proposing in a return-to-play scenario, how German soccer players quickly disregarded safety protocols after hitting the pitch, Manitoba’s move to Phase 2 of re-opening the economy, and more.

Jetcetera Ep. 20: Home for the Holidays

The date is set: July 10 is when NHL training camps are expected to start under a unique return-to-play plan this summer. Free Press sports editor Steve Lyons and columnist Mike McIntyre discuss what that means for the Winnipeg Jets and other Canadian clubs who still face an obstacle getting their players back in town without quarantine. Might they take the show on the road and head south? The pair also tackle the latest on the CFL, the cancellation of U Sports this fall, Mike’s behind the scenes look at Assiniboia Downs and exploring Manitoba this summer.

Jetcetera Ep. 23: Basic Training

For the first time since the pandemic began in mid-March, Free Press sports editor Steve Lyons and columnist Mike McIntyre are back in the same room together to discuss the latest happenings in the sports world and beyond. From NHL players getting special exemptions to return to Canada, the Winnipeg Goldeyes finding a unique way to play this summer, MLB continuing to shoot themselves in the foot and the CFL fumbling the ball when it comes to communication, there’s plenty to of ground to cover. Throw in some talk about Mike’s return to the gym and Steve’s made-in-Manitoba weekend and it’s an action-packed episode.

Jetcetera Ep. 24: Reunited And It Feels So Good

Free Press sports editor Steve Lyons and columnist Mike McIntyre discuss a wave of positive COVID-19 tests among athletes and what it means for the potential return of sports this summer. They also look at Theoren Fleury’s Hall of Fame candidacy, the Winnipeg Goldeyes starting training camp this week in enemy territory, a hidden gem of a golf course in Manitoba and Steve’s upcoming mountain biking adventure that won’t be for the faint of heart.

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