Episode #12 - Ft. Ron MacLean

This week we were joined by a hockey broadcasting legend, Ron MacLean! With over three decades of acclaimed experience, MacLean is well known for his role as host for Hockey Night in Canada Renowned for his profound knowledge and unwavering passion for hockey, MacLean has become one of the nation's most celebrated broadcasters. His broadcasting journey commenced in 1978 at CKRD Radio in Red Deer, Alberta, evolving to become the host of the Calgary Flames television broadcasts on CFAC in 1984. Following a stint as a sports anchor on the local evening news, MacLean joined CBC in 1986, initially hosting the Toronto Maple Leaf broadcasts on Hockey Night in Canada.In 1987, MacLean ascended to the national host position for Hockey Night in Canada, a role that included hosting the iconic Coach's Corner alongside Don Cherry. Throughout his tenure with CBC, MacLean not only helmed 10 Olympic Games but also presided over the Commonwealth Games, IAAF World Championships, World Cup Hockey, the Calgary Stampede, and the Queen's Plate. MacLean's contributions to Hockey Night in Canada were acknowledged in 2015 when he received a Canadian Screen Award for Best Host in a Sports Program or Series, adding to his collection of 10 Gemini Awards. These include Best Host/Broadcaster in a Sports Program (1992, 1994, 1998, 2001, and 2007) and Best Host for Hockey Day in Canada (2004, 2006, and 2008). He is a two-time recipient of the George Gross Award, honoring excellence in sports broadcasting.During our chat, we talked the exciting week ahead as Scotiabank Hockey Day in Canada (Jan. 17 - 20) gears up to takeover Victoria as well as many other stories about connections to our city!