McKenzie: Things are getting interesting in Toronto

We’re almost through the PWHL Playoff semis. Minnesota took out Toronto while Ottawa is on the verge of upsetting Montreal. The WNBA season is finally upon us as Paige Bueckers begins her pro basketball career, while Michaela and Vanessa make their bold predictions. And a soccer legend is coming out of retirement. Michaela and Vanessa need your help! They're getting moving for a great cause! The Get Real Movement virtual 5K fundraiser for the LGBTQ+ community! more info here: https://www.zeffy.com/en-CA/team/shes-got-game

This week on The 1st Half Culture Show, Paul Desbaillets sits down with Emilio Zaga Mendez, who is the Senior Branding Manager for Evenko as they talk about what goes into putting events like Fuego Fuego together, what led him down the path to working at Evenko, what got him into football and why he’s an Arsenal fan, his uncle Nolberto Solano who played for Newcastle United and West Ham and several other clubs, his love for women’s sports and much more. Paul breaks down this week’s hot topics including, Bologna beating AC Milan to win the Copa Italia and getting a spot in European competition, Barcelona winning their 28th La Liga title, Chelsea getting a huge win against Manchester United and Newcastle getting a new crest Catch The 1st Half Culture Show every Friday at 6 pm on TSN 690 Montreal, where soccer meets pop culture. With weekly guests, bold takes, and Paul’s signature wit, it’s the ultimate mix of football, culture, and conversation you didn’t know you needed!

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