The JD Bunkis Podcast
Episodes
Jason Blake on Playing in Toronto + Jake Fischer on Pivotal Raptors Moment
26 Jan 2023
Contributed by Lukas
JD opens the show discussing Timothy Liljegren’s value to Toronto's blueline before being joined by former Maple Leafs forward Jason Blake. Blake op...
The Good Hour + Does the NHL Have a Tanking Problem?
25 Jan 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Ben Ennis joins JD for 'Good Hour' where they go over a variety of topics including: the Clippers' reported interest in Fred VanVleet, airplane etique...
Leafs Trade Bait and Targets w/Frank Seravalli + What's Next for the Bills?
24 Jan 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Daily Faceoff’s Frank Seravalli joins JD following the Leafs win to discuss Ilya Samsonov’s recent stretch in-goal, Toronto’s interest in variou...
Bad Bills Loss + The Divisional Round with Greg Jennings
23 Jan 2023
Contributed by Lukas
JD and the guys react to the weekend, notably the NFL playoffs and Joe Burrow and the Bengals taking care of business in Buffalo. Rick Tocchet is in a...
Raptors Teardown Time? w/ Zach Harper + Divisional Round Preview with Joe Thomas
20 Jan 2023
Contributed by Lukas
JD opens the show with his most recent thoughts on the Raptors after a tough loss in Minnesota. Future Hall of Famer & NFL Network analyst Joe Thomas ...
Timberwolves Head Coach Chris Finch + Darcy Tucker and Jackie Redmond
19 Jan 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Maple Leafs legend Darcy Tucker joins JD ahead of this weekend’s Hockey Day in Canada with his thoughts on the current Maple Leafs squad and the NHL...
Talking Trash with Kris Versteeg & Shawn Thornton + Amy Trask
18 Jan 2023
Contributed by Lukas
JD addresses the trade speculation surrounding the Raptors after their loss against the Bucks. Former NHLer Kris Versteeg joins the podcast to discuss...
Good Hour + Scottie’s Re-Emergence and Brady’s Future
17 Jan 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Ben Ennis joins JD for “Good Hour” where the two discuss Bo Bichette’s arbitration status, Scott Boras suggesting that the Blue Jays were intere...
Leafs Measuring Stick Weekend with James Mirtle + Super Wild Card Weekend with Greg Jennings
16 Jan 2023
Contributed by Lukas
JD and the guys discuss an intense Super Wild Card Weekend in the NFL before shifting focus to the Maple Leafs and inviting The Athletic’s James Mir...
End of the Lamar Era in Baltimore with Jason La Canfora + Anthony Stewart!
13 Jan 2023
Contributed by Lukas
JD Bunkis kicks off today’s show like Grandpa Simpson shaking his fist at a cloud, chatting about the growing generational gap in sports and their f...
Fake Raptors Trades with Blake Murphy + Colby Armstrong
12 Jan 2023
Contributed by Lukas
JD welcomes Colby Armstrong to the podcast to discuss his impressions of Team Canada and Team USA at the World Juniors, Connor Bedard’s impact at th...
Blue Jays Offseason Grades with Jim Bowden + Hal Gill + Tom Pelissero
11 Jan 2023
Contributed by Lukas
JD Bunkis kicks off the show breaking down the injuries to both the Maple Leafs and Raptors with Otto Potter Jr. and T.J. Brodie sidelined. Then, form...
Tough Raptors Questions with Alex Wong + Andrew Raycroft
10 Jan 2023
Contributed by Lukas
JD opens up the show with his thoughts on Georgia’s national championship win and Brandon Belt inking a one-year contract with the Blue Jays. Former...
Leafs Mid-Season Awards + Greg Jennings is Back!
09 Jan 2023
Contributed by Lukas
JD Bunkis kicks off the week with "Real Kyper and Bourne" Producer Sam McKee and new addition to the crew, Simon Daugulis! They break down the Raptors...
Ariel Helwani + Bedard & Babs with Mike Commodore
06 Jan 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Stanley Cup Champion Mike Commodore joins the show to discuss Canada’s Gold medal win at the World Junior Championship, how he views the Maple Leafs...
Josh Palmer's Life in the NFL + Raptors Decisions w/ Michael Grange
05 Jan 2023
Contributed by Lukas
JD opens the show explaining how much he enjoys seeing Canada defeat the United States in international hockey, before welcoming Mike Futa to the show...
More Interesting Trade Deadline: Leafs or Raptors?
04 Jan 2023
Contributed by Lukas
JD is joined by James Mirtle of The Athletic following the Maple Leafs' loss to the Blues to discuss William Nylander, Michael Bunting’s contract st...
Leafs' Next Steps with Chris Pronger
03 Jan 2023
Contributed by Lukas
We’re back! JD Bunkis and the boys recap their holidays before getting into the magic of Connor Bedard at the WJHC. Meanwhile, the Raptors holiday p...
Best Fan Experiences on the Good Hour + Holiday Wish List
22 Dec 2022
Contributed by Lukas
The Good Hour kicks off with JD Bunkis and Ben Ennis forecasting the epic winter storm bearing down on southern Ontario. They then get into the play o...
How Have the Leafs Changed? w/ Nick Kypreos + Brady-Belichick Crystal Ball w/ Michael Lombardi
21 Dec 2022
Contributed by Lukas
JD Bunkis kicks off today’s pod recapping the Maple Leafs' win over the Tampa Bay Lightning last night (00:02). Co-host of "Real Kyper and Bourne" N...
Raptors Big Picture with David Thorpe + Pat Maroon and Sid Seixeiro
20 Dec 2022
Contributed by Lukas
JD Bunkis goes over the Maple Leafs' trade sending Denis Malgin to Colorado for Dryden Hunt, and questions why the team would give up on Malgin so ear...
Who Is the Greatest Athlete of All Time?
19 Dec 2022
Contributed by Lukas
JD Bunkis recaps an electric World cup final between Argentina and France! He focuses in on the officiating to question some of the decisions made thr...
Why Matt Barnes Never Joined the Raptors + Rating Michael Bunting with Justin Bourne
16 Dec 2022
Contributed by Lukas
JD welcomes Justin Bourne to the show following the Maple Leafs’ loss to the New York Rangers and asks him if Michael Bunting is overrated, underrat...
The Good Hour + Leafs Intangibles with Steve Valiquette
15 Dec 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Today on "The Good Hour", JD Bunkis and Ben Ennis go over the Blue Jays' offseason moves, why 2023 is a pivotal season for Bo Bichette defensively, an...
Jays Trade Pieces and Farm Report with Kiley McDaniel + Should the NHL Change?
14 Dec 2022
Contributed by Lukas
JD Bunkis kicks off today’s podcast talking about the Maple Leafs' dominant win over the Anaheim Ducks last night. Soon after, Daily Faceoff's Frank...
Chris Bassitt Scouting Report + Signs of a Raptors Fire Sale with Bobby Marks
13 Dec 2022
Contributed by Lukas
JD Bunkis offers his thoughts on the Blue Jays' singing of Chris Bassitt, how it will impact the rest of their offseason plans, and if this move allev...
Rounding Out the Blue Jays' Outfield + UFC Perception Problem with Arden Zwelling
12 Dec 2022
Contributed by Lukas
JD Bunkis starts the week talking about a deflating weekend for the struggling Toronto Raptors, dropping two games to the bottom-feeding Orlando Magic...
Dubas Decision Time + Ronaldo vs. Messi with Dan Riccio and Surprise Seixeiro
09 Dec 2022
Contributed by Lukas
JD Bunkis is joined by Ailish Forfar of "The FAN Morning Show" off the top to chat about the glory of having cable television (00:09), before looking ...
Blue Jays and Raptors Crossroads with Jon Morosi + Blake Murphy
08 Dec 2022
Contributed by Lukas
JD Bunkis is joined by The FAN Drive Time's Blake Murphy to go over the Blue Jays' offseason thus far, why they always seem to be the "bridesmaid" in ...
WTF Blue Jays with Ben Nicholson-Smith + New Murray with Hailey Salvian
07 Dec 2022
Contributed by Lukas
JD Bunkis opens the show reacting to this morning's breaking news that the New York Yankees have signed Aaron Judge to a 9-year $360 million contract,...
Jason Robertson, Chris Mannix, and Bridesmaid Blue Jays with Ben Ennis
06 Dec 2022
Contributed by Lukas
The Good Hour kicks off with Ben Ennis and JD discussing Justin Verlander's new deal with the New York Mets and if Toronto had any interest in him, be...
Flow State of Marner with Kris Versteeg + NFL's Best with Greg Jennings
05 Dec 2022
Contributed by Lukas
JD Bunkis starts this week recapping the Maple Leafs' overtime loss the Tampa Bay Lightning, adding to the team's tally of six losses in the extra fra...
Leafs Trade Priorities with Elliotte Friedman
01 Dec 2022
Contributed by Lukas
JD kicks off this episode offering some thoughts on the Maple Leafs' win last night, Mitch Marner’s historic performance, and a Raptors game that le...
The Good Hour with Ben Ennis + Media Bitching with Jeff Blair
30 Nov 2022
Contributed by Lukas
It's time for The Good Hour with Ben Ennis and JD Bunkis! They start off going over the state of Canadian men's soccer, what this World Cup run has me...
Special Siakam with Michael Grange + Marner's Moment with Anthony Petrielli
29 Nov 2022
Contributed by Lukas
JD Bunkis starts today's podcast recapping the Raptors win over the Cleveland Cavaliers last night, and comments on just how good this team could be w...
Canada's World Cup Disappointment with James Sharman & Sid Seixeiro
28 Nov 2022
Contributed by Lukas
JD and Josiah Bosch kick off the week recapping Canada's loss to Croatia, eliminating them from the World Cup. Sportsnet soccer analyst James Sharman ...
Leafs Goalies by the Numbers + Canada's First Impressions with Grant Wahl
25 Nov 2022
Contributed by Lukas
JD Bunkis starts off with a reflection on the life and legacy of Börje Salming, and shares what he means to Leafs Nation and Swedish hockey as a whol...
Canada's Soccer Heartbreak + Leafs Keys to a Brighter Future
24 Nov 2022
Contributed by Lukas
JD Bunkis kicks things off recapping Canada’s loss against Belgium in their opening match at the World Cup and the disappointment he felt afterwards...
Everything Canada-Belgium with Kristian Jack, Dwayne De Rosario & Dan Riccio!
23 Nov 2022
Contributed by Lukas
JD Bunkis is live at Café Diplomatico with Sam McKee and Josiah Bosch to preview everything ahead of Canada's opening match against Belgium in the Wo...
Canada's Rising Expectations with Sid Seixeiro + Hockey's International Disgrace with Jeff Marek
22 Nov 2022
Contributed by Lukas
JD Bunkis starts off recapping the Maple Leafs' overtime loss against the New York Islanders last night, before being joined by The Athletics' Kevin P...
The Good Hour with Ben Ennis + Greg Jennings on NFL Week 11
21 Nov 2022
Contributed by Lukas
We start this week with the "Good Hour", featuring Ben Ennis of "The FAN Drive Time" alongside JD Bunkis! They begin by recapping the Argonauts' Grey ...
Leafs Trade Targets with Frank Seravalli + Tim Micallef and Trey Wingo
18 Nov 2022
Contributed by Lukas
JD Bunkis kicks off today’s podcast recapping the Maple Leafs' win over the New Jersey Devils last night with the host of "Tim and Friends", Tim Mic...
Blue Jays Next Steps with Jeff Passan + Blake Murphy's Raptors Rumour Mill
17 Nov 2022
Contributed by Lukas
JD is joined off the top by Sportsnet's Blake Murphy to help break down the trade that sent Teoscar Hernández to the Seattle Mariners. The pair discu...
Mixed Lines and Mad Ideas with James Mirtle + Teo Traded!
16 Nov 2022
Contributed by Lukas
JD Bunkis is joined by The Athletic's James Mirtle to review the Maple Leafs' win over the Pittsburgh Penguins last night, before looking into how the...
The Good Hour with Ben Ennis + Scottie's Shooting Slump with C.J. Miles
15 Nov 2022
Contributed by Lukas
We kick off The Good Hour with JD and Ben Ennis, co-host of "The FAN Drive Time", to discuss how Jake Muzzin's injury will impact the Maple Leafs long...
Freezing Cold Leafs Takes with Sam McKee + Clint Dempsey & Greg Jennings
14 Nov 2022
Contributed by Lukas
JD Bunkis is joined off the top by his co-host on "Leafs Talk", Sam McKee, as they recap their time at the Toronto Argonauts' win over the Montreal Al...
Jays Offseason Targets with Ben Nicholson Smith + Colby Armstrong and Dustin Poirier
11 Nov 2022
Contributed by Lukas
We open today's Remembrance Day podcast by reflecting on those that sacrificed their lives for us, before welcoming in the host of "At The Letters", B...
Mats Sundin + Leafs Data Trends with Ian Tulloch
10 Nov 2022
Contributed by Lukas
JD Bunkis starts off chatting about the current Twitter minefield with paid verification being introduced, before looking into why last night's Raptor...
Reuniting with Donnovan Bennett + Ariel Helwani's UFC 281 Preview
09 Nov 2022
Contributed by Lukas
JD Bunkis kicks off today’s show finding the positives from the Maple Leafs' loss last night to the Vegas Golden Knights. We then switch gears to th...
The Good Hour with Ben Ennis + Real or Fake: Atlantic Edition
08 Nov 2022
Contributed by Lukas
The Good Hour is here! Co-host of "The FAN Drive Time" Ben Ennis joins JD to question how high Scottie Barnes' ceiling can be, before looking into if ...
Leafs Level Up with Justin Bourne + The Year of TyFreak with Greg Jennings
07 Nov 2022
Contributed by Lukas
JD Bunkis kicks off Monday's show recapping the Toronto Maple Leafs' undefeated weekend with the co-host of "Real Kyper and Bourne", Justin Bourne! Th...
NFL Deadline Fallout + Bryce vs. Houston with Jonathan Papelbon
04 Nov 2022
Contributed by Lukas
JD Bunkis starts Friday's pod with his thoughts on last night's epic Game 5 in the World Series, capped off by the "McCatch"! Luke Fox, Maple Leafs re...
Leafs Leadership by Example with Kris Versteeg + Blake Murphy Returns!
03 Nov 2022
Contributed by Lukas
JD kicks off today's pod looking back on the Maple Leafs' 5-2 victory over the Philadelphia Flyers last night to snap their losing streak. Former NHLe...
Star Setting Culture with Kyper, Morosi and Marks
02 Nov 2022
Contributed by Lukas
JD Bunkis previews the Maple Leafs' pivotal game tonight against the Philadelphia Flyers with the co-host of "Real Kyper and Bourne", Nick Kypreos (00...
The Good Hour with Ben Ennis + Leafs Hot Takes with James Mirtle
01 Nov 2022
Contributed by Lukas
The Good Hour kicks off with Ben Ennis and JD Bunkis looking into whether this current Maple Leafs' group can still be viewed as polarizing, the impac...
What Now for the Leafs + In or Out with Greg Jennings
31 Oct 2022
Contributed by Lukas
JD is joined Justin Cuthbert, co-host of The FAN Morning Show, to recap an ugly three-game California road trip for the Maple Leafs. He gets into what...
The Leafs' Main Problem + Dexter Fowler on the Blue Jays and World Series
28 Oct 2022
Contributed by Lukas
JD Bunkis kicks off the show with his thoughts on the Maple Leafs' loss last night and looks into what it says about this team, if Sheldon Keefe can s...
Catching Up with Steve Smith Sr. and James Reimer
27 Oct 2022
Contributed by Lukas
JD Bunkis goes over the Maple Leafs' line combinations seen at practice yesterday and questions the benefit of slotting Michael Bunting on the third l...
Return of the A-List + Analytics vs. Narrative with Ben Solak
26 Oct 2022
Contributed by Lukas
JD Bunkis and Ailish Forfar are reunited off the top today as they catch up on Toronto's real estate, Ailish's plans for Dartmouth homecoming, and her...
The Book on the Leafs with Keith Yandle + Siakam vs. DeRozan
25 Oct 2022
Contributed by Lukas
JD Bunkis kicks things off comparing the Raptors and Maple Leafs fanbases and the very different feelings surrounding both in the early weeks of the s...
The Good Hour with Ben Ennis + Greg Jennings on NFL Tiers
24 Oct 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Start your week with the Good Hour and JD Bunkis and Ben Ennis (00:35) The pair recap the sports equinox that was this weekend with the biggest storie...
Raising Robertson + Will Lou and Ariel Helwani!
21 Oct 2022
Contributed by Lukas
JD Bunkis kicks things off discussing the Maple Leafs' win over the Dallas Stars last night, capped off with Nick Robertson's two-goal season debut! (...
Trouble in Leaf Land? With Frank Servalli + Raptors Home Opener Takeaways with Joe Casciaro
20 Oct 2022
Contributed by Lukas
JD Bunkis starts things off making sense of why Maple Leafs Head Coach Sheldon Keefe walked back his criticisms from Monday night (00:32). He weighs i...
Raptors Season Preview with Blake Murphy and Vivek Jacob + The Good Hour With Ben Ennis
19 Oct 2022
Contributed by Lukas
The NBA season kicked off last night and JD Bunkis is here to break it all down! Host of "The FAN Drive Time" Ben Ennis joins JD (03:32) to talk about...
Catching up with Colby Armstrong + Previewing the 2022-23 NBA Season with Seerat Sohi
18 Oct 2022
Contributed by Lukas
The Maple Leafs dropped last night's game to the Coyotes 4-2, reigniting some vintage Toronto misery after heading into the game as massive betting fa...
Murray Worries with Craig Simpson + Best NFL QBs and Rodgers Heart Check with Greg Jennings
17 Oct 2022
Contributed by Lukas
JD Bunkis starts the week discussing the impact Matt Murray's injury will have on the Maple Leafs early on in the season, and if it casts a shadow ove...
Leafs Bounce Back with Matthew Barnaby & Jackie Redmond + Fan Advice with Dave Dameshek
14 Oct 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Fresh off the first Leafs victory of the season, 15 year veteran Matthew Barnaby joins JD to help break down all of the action (02:45). They sort thro...
Leafs Red Flags with Nick Kypreos + Jays Offseason Tea Leaves with Ben Nicholson-Smith
13 Oct 2022
Contributed by Lukas
The new Toronto Maple Leafs campaign couldn’t have started off in a more disappointing way. JD is joined by Nick Kypreos of "Real Kyper & Bourne" of...
2022-23 Leafs Season Preview with Ed Belfour, Justin Bourne and Steve Dangle!
12 Oct 2022
Contributed by Lukas
The 2022/23 Toronto Maple Leafs season is nearly underway and JD has you totally covered for everything blue and white! We start with Steve Dangle, wh...
Major NHL Storylines with Jeff Marek + Concerned or Calm with Greg Jennings
11 Oct 2022
Contributed by Lukas
The NHL season is here and JD Bunkis has you covered with all the big questions! Co-host of the “32 Thoughts” podcast Jeff Marek joins the show to...
The Good Hour: Autopsy of 2022 Blue Jays
10 Oct 2022
Contributed by Lukas
The Good Hour kicks off with JD Bunkis and Ben Ennis sharing their thoughts on the Blue Jays’ devastating Wild Card loss to the Mariners (00:32). Th...
Blue Jays-Mariners Series Preview!
07 Oct 2022
Contributed by Lukas
It’s playoff time in Toronto and JD Bunkis has got you covered! We start things off with the host of "At The Letters", Arden Zwelling (00:38), who l...
The Good Hour with Ben Ennis: So Many Questions Blue Jays Playoff Edition!
06 Oct 2022
Contributed by Lukas
With one more sleep until the Blue Jays' postseason begins, Ben Ennis joins JD for a Thursday edition of the Good Hour! (00:42) They talk about the pr...
James Mirtle on Robertson's Rise & Former UFC Welterweight Ben Askren!
05 Oct 2022
Contributed by Lukas
On this episode of the JDP, JD is joined by The Athletic's senior editor James Mirtle to preview everything coming out of Leafs camp this week! (00:45...
Connor Brown & Ryan Dempster!
04 Oct 2022
Contributed by Lukas
On this episode of the JD Bunkis Podcast, JD reacts to the Blue Jays clinching home field for their Wild Card series, and discusses what that could me...
Vlad's Extension Timeline and Jays Off-Season Priorities with David Samson + The NFL's Special Tier with Greg Jennings!
03 Oct 2022
Contributed by Lukas
A new week of the JDP kicks off with JD Bunkis recapping his weekend and how his age has finally caught up with him. CBS Sports analyst and host of "N...
Jays Playoff Questions with Jared Carrabis + Tua Trouble and NFL Week 4 Preview with Ty Dunne!
30 Sep 2022
Contributed by Lukas
On the Friday edition of the JDP, JD Bunkis is joined by the author of “The Blood and Guts: How Tight Ends Save Football", Tyler Dunne, (02:00) to b...
The Many Losers of Judge's 61st + Leafs Camp Updates with Luke Fox!
29 Sep 2022
Contributed by Lukas
On the Thursday edition of the JD Bunkis Podcast, JD goes over the historic night yesterday evening in Toronto and asks how you would feel if you were...
The Good Hour with Ben Ennis!
28 Sep 2022
Contributed by Lukas
The Wednesday edition of the JDP sees the debut of the Good Hour with Ben Ennis!(00:01) They begin talking about John Tavares' injury and how it could...
Raptors Training Camp Truth Serum + Jays Playoff Vibes with Blake Murphy
27 Sep 2022
Contributed by Lukas
On the Tuesday edition of the JD Podcast, JD is joined off the top by Blake Murphy from Jays Talk Plus to break down the Jays-Yankees game last night ...
Measuring Manoah + Real or Early Edition with Charles Davis!
26 Sep 2022
Contributed by Lukas
JD Bunkis kicks off the new week with his thoughts on Alek Manoah's latest performance on Saturday, before questioning how he can possibly be fifth in...
A Manoah Mistake, Wild Card Stakes and Judge's Home Run Chase with John Jastremski + Week 3 Stories with Doug Kyed
23 Sep 2022
Contributed by Lukas
JD Bunkis kicks off the Friday edition of the podcast by going over John Schneider's comments about potentially starting Alek Manoah in a decisive gam...
Thoughts on Dubas' Future with Elliotte Friedman, + Death of the Running Back with Maurice Jones-Drew
22 Sep 2022
Contributed by Lukas
On Thursday's edition of the JD Bunkis Podcast, JD is joined by Sportsnet NHL insider Elliotte Friedman to break down the latest from Leafs media day!...
Leafs Camp Stories to Care About + Kris Versteeg on MacKinnon's Contract & Chara Memories
21 Sep 2022
Contributed by Lukas
On this edition of the ‘JDP’, JD Bunkis is joined by the Producer of Real Kyper & Bourne, Sam McKee, as they begin to preview the Toronto Maple Le...
Blue Jays Character Strides with Dan Shulman + Josh Allen GOAT Parallel with Matt Cassel
20 Sep 2022
Contributed by Lukas
On today's edition of The JD Bunkis Podcast, JD is joined by the voice of the Toronto Blue Jays, Dan Shulman! They preview Toronto's upcoming series a...
Old Friends & New Beginnings
19 Sep 2022
Contributed by Lukas
On the inaugural episode of The JD Bunkis Podcast, JD is joined by his old friend and host of The FAN Drive Time, Ben Ennis, to go over the weekend th...
The JD Bunkis Podcast Trailer
16 Sep 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Sportsnet 590 The FAN’s newest program features one of our finest: JD Bunkis! Join him weekdays 9am-10am ET live on Sportsnet 590 The FAN, and be su...