The Stringer

Sep 26 2020 2
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Howdy, I’m Clayton Hansler. I’ve been working in film, television and sports for 15 years now - but you probably know me as either being that annoying AHL guy or the dude that created a soccer documentary series. I've befriended some of the most talented, smart, creative and funny people along the way and this podcast is a conversation between myself many of them... or some people that I'm meeting for the first time. The guests are usually people way more popular than me and their stories are pretty darn awesome. So I invite you to join in on the conversation for an hour each week, and don’t forget your earmuffs (the podcast isn’t always PG).

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On The Phone: Casey Bannerman

Sep 26 2020 29 mins  
Casey Bannerman (caseybannerman.com) is on the phone to chat with Clay about creativity during COVID. We're all feeling the press, the question is how are we finding ways to release it? Casey is one of Toronto's preeminent sports designers having worked around the NBA with several players and teams, but has always kept a soft spot for the hometown Raptors team. The two discuss left

On The Phone: Julie Stewart-Binks

Sep 16 2020 38 mins  
Joining Clay on the phone is Julie Stewart-Binks (Drinks With Binks) all the way from her teenage bedroom at her mom's place. When she's not writing and producing either of her two shows on FUBO TV, Julie likes to spend her time fighting COVID, documenting the construction outside her apartment window, and casually taking a Havard course in US politics. The two catch up and discuss

On The Phone: Savanna Hamilton

Sep 12 2020 33 mins  
Savanna Hamilton (NBA TV Canada) answers Clay's call and is happy to chat about how our attention has shifted from the pandemic to matters of social justice. Savanna had a really early start in the industry working on The Hangout, and then made the most of every opportunity both in front of and behind the camera. More recently, Sav has been part of a team at NBA TV Canada to keep t

On The Phone: Candice Kaye

May 27 2020 29 mins  
Candice Kaye (Candice Kaye Design) joins Clay for a chat so the two can discuss creativity during isolation. Candice has helped design some of North America's top (and most photographed) restaurants and hotels and has used some of the recent down time to take to Instagram Live and teach free watercolour classes as she pulls back the curtain on some of her most well known textile an

On The Phone: Caroline Szwed

May 23 2020 32 mins  
Caroline Szwed (Sportsnet) is on the phone and she's happy to chat as long as she doesn't have to run a marathon (you'll have to listen to understand that reference). The two chat about discovering who your parents are as an adult, continuing to make an effort to do good things (big or small) to improve the lives of those around us, as well as the Hearts & Smiles t-shirt with a

On The Phone: Nitzan Bluvstein

May 20 2020 28 mins  
We've got Nitzan Bluvstein (Count The Dings) on the line to chat about much more than just coffee. Nitz teamed up with Shivani to launch the Want Not Need Fund that helps distribute the donations from those who are willing to sacrifice a want for someone who is in need. Want Not Need has teamed up with five charities throughout North America to help address four basic pillars: econ

On The Phone: Katie Heindl

May 16 2020 35 mins  
We've got Katie Heindl (Rolling Stone, Vice, Dime) on the phone to chat about finding her voice when writing. Katie and Clay go back and discuss adolescent journaling and the steps that were taken to become the writer she is today. The two also discuss the launch of Uhh, Basketball and how excited they both are for the new show and the many creative ideas in store for the future. S

On The Phone: Sean Woodley

May 13 2020 30 mins  
On the phone is Sean Woodley (TSN Radio, Uhh Basketball) to chat about his latest podcast Uhh, Basketball? It's a lovely hour spent with Katie Heindl each week where the two discuss all things NBA and basketball culture. Sean opens up on making the jump from journalism school to 'new media,' being paid three dollars to write Raptors content, and co-authoring a book... in four days!

Jerome Cheng Returns

May 09 2020 76 mins  
This week we welcome Jerome Cheng (MLSE) back to the podcast! The first ever two-time guest, Jerome sits down with Clay to discuss the MCU, Raptors Playoff Run and some of their 2019 superlatives. Follow @stringerpodcast on Twitter. While you're there say hello to @chansler and follow this week's guest @blackdragonroll!If merch is your thing, be sure to check out the store: https:/

On The Phone: Matthew Scianitti

May 06 2020 27 mins  
Clay is joined on the phone by Matthew Scianitti (TSN) and the two of them reflect on the creative ups-and-downs presented by self isolation and the need to take care of ourselves before being overly concerned with our daily creative output. Matt shares the story of his last minute trip to Los Angeles after the tragic passing of Kobe Bryant and opens up about the enormous responsib