Jay and Dan - Season 3 Episode 34 - "for the Week of April 27th, 2020”

It's the podcasting event you've been waiting for: Gino Reda is on the pod!  Gino shares stories from his humble beginnings in the business and at the network, navigates mid-pod Wi-Fi problems without ever skipping a beat and shares a story of how Jay and Dan put his hand to work.  Dan tries a Filet-O-Fish for the first time ever while Jay isn't impressed with all the online challenges going around.  Friend of the pod, and Digital Media Manager for the Portland Trailblazers, Amara Baptiste calls in to reminisce about working with the guys at Fox, what the arrival of Carmelo Anthony was like and reveals that a certain mascots head may be missing.

The boys reveal their new Easter traditions, Dan tells us how he plans to deal with the media once he gets elected and Jay hatches a scheme on how to get more flour.  Anaheim Ducks defensemen Michael Del Zotto joins the pod to discuss his new quarantine routine (which includes spinning tunes, learning Italian and baking), discusses the possibility of resuming the season and tells us why Connor McDavid is the best 1 on 1 player in the league.  Meatballs, wines, sauces and so much more!

The guys take pity on 2020, Jay ponders whose hair colour is real and Dan just starts fires.   Canadian comedy legend and friend of the pod Sean Cullen joins the boys to discuss face touching, how the Peterborough Pete's got their name and shows he's a man of many hats (literally).  Supermarket freak-outs, cats taking over, and the debut of Saint Hot Dog…another classic in the books!

Jay gives us a detailed tour of his 'dream house', while Dan details his recent shopping experience. The guys share their winning Monopoly strategies with Stoff, address the relaxed liquor laws and Dan drops a hot take about pizza. Nearing the end of his government-imposed quarantine, James Duthie joins the boys and describes his return to the country, spills Dreger's secret and makes animal noises. PLUS; Classic Play Sets vs Bouncy Castles debate, tips on swimming with dolphins in the wild, the secret to part-time vegetarianism and in the end the boys bare all!

The guys adjust to the new normal as Jay orders a lot of wine and Dan concludes that he is, well, 'wet'.  Toronto Star columnist and TSN contributor Bruce Arthur joins the podcast to discuss his coverage of the coronavirus, what fears lie ahead and the importance of stepping back and taking a deep breath.  PLUS; Handkerchiefs vs Nose Picking, the status of adult films and the future of the handshake.

Dan learns a good deed can be met with skepticism, Jay has a message for the hoarders and the boys pay tribute to a grape stomping legend.  TSN NBA Analyst Leo Rautins joins the podcast to help us keep a level head and gives some perspective to the situation while looking back at the halted NBA season. 

The boys wonder if the miracle spring water worked, contemplate stocking up on toilet paper and get a shout-out from Hayes on the latest Jiffy ad. Scottie Upshall talks about adjusting to retirement, his taste in music and what it was like to shadow Ray Ferraro for a game.

The guys discuss nursing homes, Dan brings in a little miracle and has an interesting online correspondence.  The man who called Canada's Golden Goal, Chris Cuthberrt reminisces about the moment on its 10 year anniversary.  Chris talks hiking, emergency goalies and the possibility of the NHL players returning to the Olympics.  Shoutout to the HDOG POD!

The guys recap their Friday night out, the David Ayres story, and Dan orders something off of a TV commercial.  TSN Senior Hockey Writer Frank Seravalli joins the boys after wrapping up TradeCentre 2020 to discuss the moves of the day, parity in the NHL and to break down what makes a great Philly Cheesesteak.

Dan ponders his assisted living options, Jay shares some bathroom talk and he boys plan their upcoming Friday night out. TSN Hockey Insider Bob McKenzie joins the boys to look ahead to the NHL Trade Deadline and breaks down the Tyler Toffoli trade.