The 2025 Holiday Spectacular
Dec 25, 2025

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Kevin Bieksa
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Brendan Parker
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Martyn Bailey
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Emily Agard
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Griffin Porter
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Jason Brough
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Jason York
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Jason Bukala
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Ailish Forfar
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Sam McKee
Join an exciting gathering featuring Sam McKee, a Toronto sports voice, Ailish Forfar, a former pro hockey player enlightening us on PWHL connections, and Jason Bukala, a scout turned media guru sharing scouting insights. Listen as Jason York recalls fond nicknames and memories, while Jason Brough shares Canucks observations. Griffin Porter curates listener thoughts, and Emily Agard reveals her drumming roots. Brendan Parker reflects on family traditions, and Kevin Bieksa shares hilarious holiday anecdotes, making for a festive conversation packed with nostalgia and laughter!
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Jason Bukala Kept His Voice After Switching Sides
- Jason Bukala transitioned fast from scouting into media and kept his blunt, honest voice despite pushback from former colleagues.
- He says he aimed to provide behind-the-scenes insight and remained himself after switching careers.
Frame Criticism With Organizational Context
- Gauge your audience before delivering sharp critiques and frame opinions to respect organizational context.
- Jason Bukala recommends assessing how decisions were made before publicly bashing them.
Polish Holiday Foods Shaped Jason’s Memories
- Jason Bukala recalls Polish-heritage holiday foods from his baba and how European Christmas flavors stuck with him.
- He treasures memories of pierogies, borscht, and family food traditions as core holiday moments.
