The Rookies Podcast
By Cosmos Sports & Entertainment
The Rookies PodcastFeb 28, 2022
Bonus Episode Big Brother Edition
Canadian Soccer Landscape & EPL Predictions
On this week's episode of The Rookies Podcast, Stefan Scholz is joined by Rajan Randhawa, Navjot Bindra, Charles Locoh-Donou, and Deen Pawlik to discuss the recent success of Canada's women's and men's national soccer teams. Then, the guys discuss the English Premier League season so far and predict who will win the league along with who will win some individual awards.
NBA Season Preview & Predictions
On this week's episode of The Rookie Podcast, Stefan Scholz is joined by Ned Djogo, Sam Adams, Charles Locoh-Donou, and Enrico Francis to discuss NBA storylines to start the season. Then, the guys share their award predictions and give their thoughts on who is winning it all this year.
NFL Midseason Review
This week on The Rookies Podcast, Stefan Scholz is joined by Evan O'Connor, Laura Shatka, Jack McLean, and Sam Adams to discuss Odell Beckham Jr's release from the Browns, the Aaron Rodgers Covid situation, the NFL trade deadline, and what is wrong with the Kansas City Chiefs. Then, they hand out their midseason awards and predict who will be playing in this year's Super Bowl.
Seattle Kraken & NHL Season Predictions
We're back with Season 4 of the Rookies Podcast! On this week's episode Olivia Sala is joined by Evan O'Connor, Michael Lorkovich, Mitchell Dumouchelle, and Jack McLean from Cosmos to discuss the NHL's newest franchise, the Seattle Kraken.
Mac Clark: A Need For Speed
On the season 3 finale of the Rookies Podcast, Tyler Matute and Yannick Lareine are joined by Canadian race car driver, Mac Clark to discuss his journey as a young up and coming driver in the sport of racing.
International Sports and the European Super Leauge
This week our Rookies, Tyler Matute, Yannick Lareine, and Noah Sutherland sit down to discuss international and North American sports as well as the European Super League.
Budgeting as a Professional Athlete
This week, Julia Frappier and Yannick Lareine sit down with Elaine Chuli from the Toronto Six Hockey Club to discuss budgeting as a professional athlete and the importance of creating a work/life balance.
Covid-19 Impact on Collegiate Sports in Canada
On today's episode, Jake Tougas and Noah Sutherland are joined by Collegiate athletes Jordan Smalling from Brock University's Varsity Mens Soccer team and Serena Otshudi from Waterloo's Women's Volleyball team to discuss the impact of COVID-19 on their seasons.
Tokyo 2020 Summer Olympics
In anticipation for the 2020 Tokyo Olympic Games, Tyler Matute and Hartley McCallum are joined by former Paralympian and Bronze Medalist, Anthony Gale to discuss the upcoming games and the impact of COVID on it all.
Diversity in the Sport Industry: A Business View (Race, Gender, LGBTQ+)
On today's episode of the Rookies Podcast, Geetika Bedi and Hartley McCallum are joined by Jennifer Reynolds from MLSE, and Marsha-Gaye Knight from CBC to discuss diversity and inclusion in sport business and its importance on moving the industry forward.
Mental Health: An Athletes Perspective
On today's episode, Jake Tougas and Geetika Bedi are joined by Lindsay Eastwood from the Toronto Six Hockey Club to discuss an athlete's mental health during COVID, the impact of social media on mental health, and the importance of speaking up. We hope you enjoy!
The Impact of Covid-19 on Fitness Facilities and Physical Health
We are back with Season 3 of the Rookie Podcast! On today's episode Julia Frappier and Priya Manbahal are joined by Pilates Instructor, Sydney Freitas, Personal Trainer, Emma Dagher, and Personal Trainer, Sales Coach and Author, Dylan Webster to discuss the impact of Covid-19 on the operations of fitness facilities in Canada and the challenges of staying active and maintaining a healthy lifestyle in wake of the pandemic.
The Impact of Covid on the Fan Experience
On the season 2 finale of the Rookies Podcast, Olivia Sala and Alize Temel are joined by Duncan Brown, Dylan Webster, Justin Johnson, and Nicholas Bell from Cosmos Sports and Entertainment's 2021 winter internship semester to discuss the impact of Covid-19 on the fan experience.
We hope you enjoy!
The Impact of Covid on the Performing Arts
On this episode of the Rookies Podcast, Olivia Sala and Alize Temel are joined by Evan O'Connor from Cosmos, as well as Kim Varian and Heather Hollis from the Hamilton Philharmonic Orchestra to discuss the impact of Covid-19 on the performing arts industry.
We hope you enjoy!
The Impact of Covid on Children and Youth Sports
On this episode of the Rookies Podcast, Alize Temel and Ryan Lewis are joined by Head Coach, Deidre Beaumont and Basketball Operations Manager, Micaella Riche from Lay-Up Youth Basketball to discuss the impact of COVID-19 on the growth and development of children and youth sports in Canada.
We hope you enjoy!
Online Sports Betting with Knup Solutions
On this episode of the Rookies Podcast, Ryan Bird is joined by Tristan Tahta from Cosmos Sports and Entertainment, and Ryan Knuppel from Knup Solutions to discuss the development and growth of online sports betting in Canada and the United States over the last decade.
We hope you enjoy!
The Evolution of Esports
On this episode of the Rookies Podcast, Ryan Lewis and Alize Temel take over hosting duties to discuss the evolution of Esports and its impact on the industry as a whole over the last decade. Today's guests include Collegiate Esports athlete, Ben Bramly, and Account Executive for Cosmos Sports and Entertainment's Internship Program, Lucas Brutto.
We hope you enjoy!
Toronto Rush: Breaking into the Mainstream Market
On this episode of the Rookies Podcast, Olivia Sala and Alize Temel are joined by Jim Lloyd from the Toronto Rush, and Jordan Fung from Cosmos Sports & Entertainment to discuss Pro Ultimate Disc breaking into the sports market, the impact of COVID-19 on the Rush and the AUDL, and the future of Ultimate Disc in Canada post pandemic.
We hope you enjoy!
York United FC: The Impacts of COVID on the Canadian Soccer Landscape
On this episode of the Rookies Podcast, Olivia Sala and Alize Temel are joined by Brittany Arner of York United FC, Jonathan Stiles and Ryan Lewis of Cosmos Sports & Entertainment to discuss the impacts of COVID-19 on the soccer industry and York United FC, the rebrand of the organization during the pandemic, and the future of soccer in Canada.
We hope you enjoy!
Toronto Six: Social Media Success
Season 2 of the Rookies podcast is here! This week's episode Olivia Sala and Alize Temel sit down with Alyssa Turner, Manager of Social Media for the Toronto Six women's hockey in the NWHL to discuss the success of the team on the ice and on social media in their first season, the challenges of creating content during COVID, her favourite moments of the season, and the importance of women's hockey in Canada.
Insider Report: Coaching Beyond the Boards
In the season one finale of the Rookies Podcast, Anne Lewicki takes her seat in the hosting chair to discuss the challenges of coaching during Covid, and what the future of sports is going to look like when the pandemic is over. Our guests for today's episode include: Head Coach and Director of Hockey Operations for the Brampton Beast Hockey Club, Spiros Anastas and Account Executive for Cosmos' fall internship semester, Mckenzie Holden; joined as always by Olivia Sala and Tristan Tahta. We hope you enjoy!
Racial Injustice & Sport: Keeping the Conversation Going
On today's episode of the Rookies Podcast we discuss racial and social injustice and the effects or impact it has had on sport in 2020. Joining us are Jordan Fung, Jasween Kaur, Vishwa Mistry, Tony Fan, and Jordan Urquhart from the Brampton Beast Hockey Club and Cosmos.
Women in Sport: Making an Impact for Future Generations
On today's episode of the Rookies Podcast, Olivia Sala and Anne Lewicki are joined by the talented and intelligent female staff at the Brampton Beast Hockey Club and Cosmos Sports & Entertainment. Hear from Laura Shatka, Jasween Kaur, Rachel Lester and Katherine Moroz as they share their perspectives on women in sports as well as the impact that women continue to make on the industry.
Shifting Gears: An Inside Look into A Professional Athlete's Routine During Covid
On this episode of the Rookies Podcast Erik Bradford, Assistant Captain of the Brampton Beast Hockey Club (ECHL) and Anthony Fusco, Media Relations Coordinator and Play-by-Play Broadcaster for the team join Tristan Tahta, Olivia Sala and Anne Lewicki to discuss what it's been like for them as a professional athlete and broadcaster during Covid. Key points of discussion include: their routines, injuries, importance of mental toughness, and the future of hockey and sports in 2021.
Sponsorship Roundtable Discussion
On this episode of the Rookies Podcast we are joined by Ned Djogo (veteran), Mitchell Dumouchelle (veteran), Michael Hunter (veteran), Mckenzie Holden (rookie), and Vishwa Mistry (rookie) from Cosmos Sports & Entertainment's sponsorship team to discuss their roles in the business and share their perspectives on the benefits of a brand partnering with a sports team or organization.
Social Media: Marketing in the Digital Age
On today's episode of the Rookies Podcast we are joined by Creative Services Producer, Brooklyn Fell (veteran) and Social Media & Marketing Executive, Katherine Moroz (rookie) from the Brampton Beast Hockey Club to discuss social media and marketing in the digital age.
Ticket Sales Roundtable Discussion & Internships
On our first episode of the Rookies Podcast, we sit down with Michael Lorkovich (veteran), Devon Tivendale (veteran), Dan Miller (rookie), Daniel Laming (rookie), Steven Mobilio (rookie), and Matthew Fischer (rookie) from the Brampton Beast Hockey Club and Cosmos Sports & Entertainment to discuss their roles in sales as well as their internship experiences. The Rookies Podcast is presented by Cosmos Sports & Entertainment and hosted by Olivia Sala.