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The Growing Season Dec 2, 2019 - Canadian Tire, NOMA, Christmas Visitors

The Growing Season is on location at the Canadian Tire Christmas House. Jack and Matt McFarland kick off the Christmas Season from inside the confines of the most glitzed out Christmas extravaganza. The lovely people from Canadian Tire and NOMA were kind enough to have the Growing Season gang down to chat about everything from decorating your tree, lighting it and what’s new and exciting from Canada’s Christmas store. Ed and Crystal from Canadian Tire walk the guys through NOMA’s innovative products and the boys take a tour of the grounds. They gush. Visit Canadian Tire online. CLICK HERE. The McFarlands also chat about Christmas visitors, just not the type that you’re thinking about. Amaryllis, Christmas Cactus and many of the other fare that you’re used to seeing around this time of year are all touched on. Not sure what these things look like? We gotchu. CLICK HERE. Lynne McFarland, the matriarch of the McFarland clan, joins the show to tell a Christmas story that will warm your heart. Looking to get a Growing Season consult? Want to have your property featured on the show. It’s easy. CLICK HERE.

Outta The Park Ep. 138, Dec 1, 2019 - Guest - Butch Carter

Former Raptors Coach Butch Carter joins Outta The Park to chat about coaching. “Babcock was a really good coach but they drafted 3 high end players that are not alphas… [sic]” - Butch Carter. “If you were born in the 50’s or 60’s and your parents were racists, you were raised as a racist. Those people are running and controlling hockey.” - Butch Carter Barry and Butch discuss racism at length. Its a potent conversation and one that Butch leads with grace and aplomb. Butch details his stories about racism. The First Pitch is a lengthly one. Barry and Matt discuss getting rid of cable in favour of streaming exclusively. Old school coaching vs. new school coaching is discussed at length. The situation with Mike Babcock and his dealings with Mitch Marner are chatted about. Further, Bill Peters, now the former coach of the Calgary Flames, and his racial remarks hurled at former players is a topic of discussion. Barry offers insights into the things he heard discussed in dressing rooms and clubhouses across the world of sports. “It was not directed at anyone in particular…” Bill Peters. WHAT!?

The Spin Nov 28 Josh Kusnick, Bill Harris, Brian Jeroloman

Lots of controversy on Thursday's edition of The Spin. We get the takes of an MLB agent and former player on dealing with old school, strict coaches and managers. Entertainment writer Bill Harris talks about how America's Got Talent lets go two female judges, who have opened up about the "toxic environment" on the set.

FREE PREVIEW: Outta The Park Extra, Nov. 27, 2019 - The Accardo Family Pt. 2

The Accardo family joins Outta The Park Extra. Carly and Jeremy discuss the family dynamic and how having an ailing child changes things. How is Leighton reacting to chemotherapy and how has she progressed as expected. Do Canadians speak differently? Leighton weighs in. Leighton’s bravery and strength in taking the spotlight are on full display. The First Pitch features a chat about the state of hockey coaching in the NHL. The firing of Mike Babcock, the former Maple Leafs head coach, and his interactions with Leafs forward Mitch Marner in his rookie season is discussed. It turns out the workplace environment that Mike Babcock had built was fairly toxic. Does this all tie into Mitch Marner’s contract? Where was Leafs management when toxic interactions of this sort were happening? Calgary Flames coach (for how long?) Bill Peters has been accused of uttering racial slurs during his time coaching in the AHL and being physically abusive as coach of The Carolina Hurricanes. Its utterly disgusting stuff and the stories continue to filter out of the mouths of the players that have played for Peters. As of the time of this recording, Bill is still the coach of The Calgary Flames.

Drinks On Us Nov. 24, 2019 - Peppermint Mocha, Nickle Brook Beer

Drinks On Us Nov. 24, 2019: Michelle and Matt taste Starbucks Peppermint mocha offering. Michelle breaks down exactly how they make it at Starbucks and the hysteria that surrounds its presence at Christmas. Why is peppermint associated with Christmas? The DoU’ers investigate. THE ARTICLE: https://www.dallasobserver.com/restaurants/why-does-christmas-taste-like-peppermint-7042149 Matt tells a story about Shawn Mendes and a drumset that worms its way into coffee. “WINE PLANTS” - Michelle Hacon. WOW. THE ARTICLE: Balzac’s Coffee, a local company is set to expand. Its a story of slow growth and boots to the ground success. Matt and Michelle discuss. https://www.thespec.com/news-story/9735323-balzac-s-ancaster-coffee-roasting-operation-set-for-caffeine-jolt/ Michelle and Matt dive into Michelle’s Twitter feed and discuss former Leafs coach Mike Babcock. The DoU Crew get a surprise caller. Aging alcohol in 30 minutes. Is it possible? THE ARTICLE: https://hackaday.com/2019/11/14/aging-alcohol-in-30-minutes/ Doug from Nickel Brook Brewing stops by to chat about their lovely beverages and verbally spar with the DoU’ers. The take away: THEY MAKE PIRATE BEER! Visit the website: https://nickelbrook.com

The Spin Nov 25 Damon Bennett, Terry Koshan, Perry Lefko

Toronto Sun Leafs reporter Terry Koshan joins us to shed some light on the reports of Mike Babcock forcing Mitch Marner into making lists grading his teammates back in his rookie season. Home improvement expert Damon Bennett has tips on renovating your bathroom. Author and sports writer Perry Lefko weighs in on Mike Babcock and the Grey Cup Halftime show. Barry and Michelle talk about a new and unique way to break up with someone

The Growing Season Nov. 25, 2019 - Lyme Disease, Horticultural Avoidances 2

Lets talk seriously now. Jack and Matt McFarland discuss Lyme Disease on The Growing Season. Janice Sant Barry, a Lyme Disease survivor and advocate, joins the show to chat about her experience with the disease and how she has moved forward. She's a warrior and we're happy to have her on the show. Want to help? Here are some Lyme Disease organizations to check out: http://lymediseasecanada.com http://lymeontario.com https://www.ilads.org https://www.yorkpalyme.org The Growing Season boys also discuss many of things they would recommend homeowners avoiding when upgrading their property horticulturally. It's a top 10 of sorts that will help you to stay out of landscape trouble. Not sure what the hell these things look like. CLICK HERE. Looking to get a Growing Season consult? Want to have your property featured on the show. Its easy. CLICK HERE. Follow us on Social Media or subscribe to TGS, all of our socials are here!

Outta The Park Ep. 137, Nov. 24, 2019 - Guests - The Accardo Family

The Accardo family joins Outta The Park. Jeremy, Carly and 8 year old Leighton Accardo join the OTP guys from the hospital where she is being treated for stage 4 cancer. The family discusses their journey and how both the MLB and the NHL have gotten involved to aid the Accardo’s. Leighton gives us the perspective of an 8 year old girl fighting like a warrior. Mom and Dad talk about the cocktail of emotions that precipitated the plan to battle this terrible disease. The First Pitch deals with the Toronto Maple Leafs firing coach Mike Babcock. Further, Barry and Matt discuss former NHL’er Mike Commodore’s twitter posts regarding his feelings on Babcock. Matt discusses his thoughts on Mike Babcock. “Now you get to watch someone mow your lawn…” - Mike Babcock. Look up the Tesla Cyber Truck. WOW! Ask Barry Davis discusses why the Maple Leafs, as a team, looked so different in Sheldon Keefe’s first game as a coach. Has Marco Estrada retired? What are these rumblings and murmurs about his exit from the MLB?

The Spin Nov 21 Jean Marc Pisapia, Bill Harris

The Spin kicks off with Barry and Michelle chatting about the Leafs firing Mike Babcock and replacing him with Sheldon Keefe. Jean Marc Pisapia of The Box talks about the revival of 80's music and the new sense of purpose for the band.. Entertainment writer Bill Harris explains why Taylor Swift is facing a lot of controversy heading into the American Music Awards

The Spin Nov 19 Damon Bennett, John Walters, Calvin Martin

Off the top we are joined by Julie Rimando of McDonald's who lets us know of a cool new promotion for families. NHL agent John Walters discusses how taxes influence where free agents sign. Damon Bennett has tips on building a backyard rink Calvin Martin of the Steelheads shares his story of perseverance after being cut and traded a number of times before landing in Mississauga.