SportsLit

Variety is the spice of life, just ask Rob Simpson. The current co-host of Stellick and Simmer (SiriusXM) is known primarily for his work covering the NHL (NHL Network, NBC, NESN), but he has chosen the scenic route along the way. For his fourth book, Simmer compiles his unique adventures in broadcasting in No Heavy Lifting (ECW Press). From covering the Detroit Pistons while still attending high school, being embroiled in a Hawaiian political scandal, to climbing Mount Kilimanjaro with Zdeno

First-time author Daemon Fairless explores and uncovers the propensity toward male violence in Mad Blood Stirring. Utilizing his background in journalism (producer - CBC - As It Happens, Nature) and science (MSc - Neuroscience - Dalhousie University), Fairless writes compelling narrative non-fiction involving but not limited to: MMA fighters, TFC's Red Patch Boys, the 2011 Vancouver Stanley Cup riot and high school football. Listen in as we discuss these elements, his findings, experience and much

Teammates called him Killer. Fans refer to him simply as Dougie. Born in Kingston, Ontario, Doug Gilmour played twenty seasons in the NHL despite largely being written off early in his hockey career for being undersized. Along the way the centreman won the Memorial Cup, Stanley Cup, Canada Cup gold, and was integral in resuscitating (even if temporarily) the fledging Toronto Maple Leafs.  Retiring in 2003, he had recorded 450 goals, 964 assists in 1474 games which led to his induction to the Hockey

Karl Subban has an impressive resume. Educator. Motivator. Famous hockey dad and now, author. He joins us for our first episode of 2018 to discuss his debut book, How We Did It - The Subban Plan for Success in Hockey, School and Life, written with journalist Scott Colby (Toronto Star). While most know him as the father of NHL superstar P.K. Subban (Nashville Predators) as well as Malcolm (Vegas Golden Knights) and Jordan (LA Kings). His new book, like the man, is multi-faceted, going well beyond

A Filipino basketball league in the Yukon, street racers dodging the law around Toronto's suburbs and a first-hand account of the Bassmaster Classic fishing challenge are just a few of the unique stories curated by Stacey May Fowles and Pasha Malla in the Best Canadian Sports Writing anthology. Released this fall, the compilation highlights narrative non-fiction. It takes the reader far beyond the 24-hour news cycle by showcasing authors and topics rarely featured in the mainstream sports

How many NHL goalies claim to have had out of body experiences?, traveled to India to study meditation....and partied like a rock star? We know of one, his name is Gilles Gratton, otherwise known as Gratoony The Loony.  Join journalists Neil Acharya & Neate Sager as they discuss his "wild and unpredictable life" with author Greg Oliver (Slam Wrestling).

Join journalists Neil Acharya and Neate Sager in conversation with broadcaster/author Ken Reid (Host / Sportsnet Central) about his third book, titled: Dennis Maruk: The Unforgettable Story of Hockey's Forgotten 60-goal Man.