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Canada Talks

Canadian current affairs

Channel 167Current affairs and talk programming related to all aspects of Canadian life including business and the economy, politics, entertainment, lifestyle, health, sports analysis and play by play. Coast to coast Canadian talk radio with the topics and personalities that bring all corners of the country together. Canada Talks - and Canadians listen.

Shows, Schedules & Info

Featured Show

The Boost

Kickstart your morning with the perfect mix of humour, entertainment, and all the buzzworthy news you need. Join the dynamic trio of Patrick Bateman, Liza Fromer and Vicky Sparks for all the latest in pop culture, celebrity interviews, and more.

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Your Tech Report

Your Tech Report

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1 hr

Every week Marc Aflalo (@marcaflalo) and Mitchell Whitfield (@m_whitfield) bring compelling tech interviews with some of the

Every week Marc Aflalo (@marcaflalo) and Mitchell Whitfield (@m_whitfield) bring compelling tech interviews with some of the biggest names. Covering everything from the latest iPhone and Android devices to the newest laptops, drones and video games. Apple, LG, TCL, Samsung, Sharp and so much more each and every week on SiriusXM.

The Bridge with Peter Mansbridge

The Bridge with Peter Mansbridge

Next Airs Today at 7 am
1 hr

The Bridge is a program that reflects issues surrounding political developments in Canada, the USA, and more. It's hosted by

The Bridge is a program that reflects issues surrounding political developments in Canada, the USA, and more. It's hosted by internationally recognized journalist Peter Mansbridge dealing with whatever is on his mind that day.

The Boost

The Boost

Next Airs Today at 8 am
2 hrs

Kickstart your morning with the perfect mix of humour, entertainment, and all the buzzworthy news you need. Join the dynamic

Kickstart your morning with the perfect mix of humour, entertainment, and all the buzzworthy news you need. Join the dynamic trio of Patrick Bateman, Liza Fromer and Vicky Sparks for all the latest in pop culture, celebrity interviews, and more.

The Arlene Bynon Show

The Arlene Bynon Show

Next Airs Today at 10 am
2 hrs

No rants, no spin. Candid, compassionate and fearless; Arlene Bynon will talk the news of the day: what’s happening, what’s

No rants, no spin. Candid, compassionate and fearless; Arlene Bynon will talk the news of the day: what’s happening, what’s trending and much more. Arlene likes to talk, but more importantly, she also likes to listen.

The Big Story

The Big Story

Next Airs Today at 1 pm
1 hr

An in-depth daily look at the news, culture, politics, and personalities shaping Canada today.

An in-depth daily look at the news, culture, politics, and personalities shaping Canada today.

The AmberMac Show

The AmberMac Show

Next Airs Today at 2 pm
1 hr

Your weekly guide to navigating our fast-evolving future. Each episode, award-winning broadcaster Amber Mac takes a deep div

Your weekly guide to navigating our fast-evolving future. Each episode, award-winning broadcaster Amber Mac takes a deep dive into timely tech topics shaping our lives, including artificial intelligence, social media, digital scams, autonomous vehicles, online safety, and more.

The Breakdown with Allison Dore

The Breakdown with Allison Dore

Next Airs Today at 3 pm
2 hrs

Entertainment, pop culture, news...and a little bit of sass. Allison Dore breaks it down weekday afternoons on Canada Talks.

Entertainment, pop culture, news...and a little bit of sass. Allison Dore breaks it down weekday afternoons on Canada Talks.

The Wrap Up

The Wrap Up

Next Airs Today at 5 pm
2 hrs

Our daily must-listen program, bringing you the very best conversations, interviews, and commentary from across SiriusXM. It

Our daily must-listen program, bringing you the very best conversations, interviews, and commentary from across SiriusXM. It’s your action-packed, entertaining, and informative guide to everything you may have missed but absolutely need to hear.

Cordially Yours, with Charles MacPherson

Cordially Yours, with Charles MacPherson

Next Airs Today at 7 pm
30 mins

Charles MacPherson uses his decade of experience as a major-domo to help navigate the universal experiences on which we all

Charles MacPherson uses his decade of experience as a major-domo to help navigate the universal experiences on which we all need guidance. From “how to get out that oil stain" to "how to get your kids to sit at the dinner table,” Charles is your guide.

The Shaun Proulx Show 30

The Shaun Proulx Show 30

Next Airs Today at 7:30 pm
30 mins

Following his popular run as former quarterback host of the world’s first commercial LGBT radio station, Shaun is bringing h

Following his popular run as former quarterback host of the world’s first commercial LGBT radio station, Shaun is bringing his glittering personality, cheeky honesty and uplifting, thought-provoking conversation skills to SiriusXM’s Canada Talks channel 167 – their first openly gay host. Shaun attracts guests eager to join his leading-edge #ThoughtRevolution, which embraces safe exploration of the diversity of our experiences as human beings. Skilled at engaging in meaningful dialogue with anyone, Shaun welcomes a wide range of guests and topics to The Shaun Proulx Show. His style is casual, authentic and friendly, while his unique point of view helps reveal aspects of his guests that may not typically be highlighted during traditional, mainstream interviews.

NBA: Chicago Bulls Hometown Play-by-Play

NBA: Chicago Bulls Hometown Play-by-Play

Next Airs Today at 8 pm
2 hrs 15 mins

Hear live Chicago Bulls hometown play-by-play coverage right here all season long. Visit <a href="http://siriusxm.com/sports

Hear live Chicago Bulls hometown play-by-play coverage right here all season long. Visit siriusxm.com/sports for a full schedule of all live sports on SiriusXM.

NBA Radio Post-Game Show

NBA Radio Post-Game Show

Next Airs Today at 10:15 pm
45 mins

When the NBA action is done on the court, the night is just getting started on NBA Radio! Catch our post-game show for a rec

When the NBA action is done on the court, the night is just getting started on NBA Radio! Catch our post-game show for a recap of all the night's action, we'll take you inside the locker room for reaction from the players and coaches, and take your calls at 855-NBA-JUMP

That Eric Alper's Show

That Eric Alper's Show

Next Airs Tomorrow at 6 am
1 hr

Every week, Eric Alper takes you inside the music industry interviewing bands, artists, managers, promoters, historians, pho

Every week, Eric Alper takes you inside the music industry interviewing bands, artists, managers, promoters, historians, photographers, and more.

The Shaun Proulx Show

The Shaun Proulx Show

Next Airs Thursday at 6 am
1 hr

Shaun brings his glittering personality, cheeky honesty and uplifting, thought-provoking conversation skills to SiriusXM’s C

Shaun brings his glittering personality, cheeky honesty and uplifting, thought-provoking conversation skills to SiriusXM’s Canada Talks channel 167 – their first openly gay host. Shaun attracts guests eager to join his leading-edge #ThoughtRevolution, which embraces safe exploration of the diversity of our experiences as human beings.

Phone a Friend with Jessi Cruickshank

Phone a Friend with Jessi Cruickshank

Next Airs Thursday at 2 pm
1 hr

Comedian Jessi Cruickshank HAS A PODCAST! Because she needed a safe space to talk about EVERYTHING without getting in troubl

Comedian Jessi Cruickshank HAS A PODCAST! Because she needed a safe space to talk about EVERYTHING without getting in trouble. Each week, she’ll give her hot takes on what’s happening in the world, in her home and in Pop Culture. But when she wants to dive deeper, learn more, or just understand important things like Who the F*&# is Bhad Bhabie? She’ll get to Phone a Friend! This can be a real-life friend, a celebrity friend, a sassy tween, a serious news anchor, a gay man who knows about The Real Housewives, a straight man who knows about sports, or the only person she could find who actually got Taylor Swift tickets. The conversations might last three minutes or the entire episode. They can be deep or petty, but they’ll all be eye-opening and HILARIOUS. LEAVE JESSI A VOICEMAIL: 323-448-0068 FOLLOW JESSI: @jessicruickshank

The Bilal Vakani Hour

The Bilal Vakani Hour

Next Airs Thursday at 7 pm
30 mins

Bilal surrounds himself with interesting guests from across the world to take a more overarching view of news, sports, enter

Bilal surrounds himself with interesting guests from across the world to take a more overarching view of news, sports, entertainment, music and more!

NBA: Toronto Raptors Hometown Play-by-Play

NBA: Toronto Raptors Hometown Play-by-Play

Next Airs Thursday at 7:30 pm
2 hrs 15 mins

Hear live Toronto Raptors hometown play-by-play coverage right here all season long. Visit <a href="http://siriusxm.com/spor

Hear live Toronto Raptors hometown play-by-play coverage right here all season long. Visit siriusxm.com/sports for a full schedule of all live sports on SiriusXM.

Moolala: Money Made Simple with Bruce Sellery

Moolala: Money Made Simple with Bruce Sellery

Next Airs Friday at 6 am
1 hr

Bruce Sellery wants to inspire you to get a handle on your money so you can live the life you want. If personal finance make

Bruce Sellery wants to inspire you to get a handle on your money so you can live the life you want. If personal finance makes you want to take a nap, tune in for a new spin on it. We'll talk about getting better at spending, saving, investing, borrowing, and more. Moolala is Money Made Simple!

Good Talk with Peter Mansbridge

Good Talk with Peter Mansbridge

Next Airs Friday at 12 pm
1 hr

Good Talk is a panel discussion that reflects on the issues of the week, covering topics such as politics, public health, te

Good Talk is a panel discussion that reflects on the issues of the week, covering topics such as politics, public health, technology, and more.

No Offense, But...with Tara Slone

No Offense, But...with Tara Slone

Next Airs Friday at 2 pm
1 hr

It’s time to get JUDGY! This is No Offense, But… where host Tara Slone and guests weigh in on other people’s drama. Mishaps,

It’s time to get JUDGY! This is No Offense, But… where host Tara Slone and guests weigh in on other people’s drama. Mishaps, trials and tribulations…you name it, Tara and crew judge it!

Canada FC with Aron Papernick

Canada FC with Aron Papernick

Next Airs Friday at 7 pm
30 mins

Football (or “soccer,” if you insist) is the world’s game, and Aron Papernick covers it from a Canadian perspective. Toronto

Football (or “soccer,” if you insist) is the world’s game, and Aron Papernick covers it from a Canadian perspective. Toronto FC, CF Montreal, and Vancouver Whitecaps are on the agenda, along with the English Premier league and more! Get your scarf, clap your hands, raise your voice, and cheer along with Canada FC!

No Filter with Tara Slone

No Filter with Tara Slone

Next Airs Saturday at 2 pm
1 hr

Step into the world of No Filter, where nothing is off-limits! Each episode dives into the raw, real truths of womanhood—tac

Step into the world of No Filter, where nothing is off-limits! Each episode dives into the raw, real truths of womanhood—tackling topics like body dysmorphia, dating, and more. With candid conversations, we break stigmas and celebrate the shared experiences that unite us. Join us for personal stories, expert advice, and unfiltered moments as we empower each other to live fully and fearlessly.

Sandy and Nora Talk Politics

Sandy and Nora Talk Politics

Next Airs Saturday at 4 pm
1 hr

Sandy and Nora are feminist musicians, gifted program survivors, and former choir kids who traded their incredible talents f

Sandy and Nora are feminist musicians, gifted program survivors, and former choir kids who traded their incredible talents for a life of activism and political nerdiness. Both are brilliant and incredibly funny, but Nora is undeniably funnier. Together, they tackle complex social and political issues with a blend of intellect, humour, and passion, proving that nerds really do run the world.

NHL - Montreal Canadiens

NHL - Montreal Canadiens

Next Airs Saturday at 7 pm
2 hrs 30 mins

NHL - Montreal Canadiens

NHL - Montreal Canadiens

NHL - Postgame

NHL - Postgame

Next Airs Saturday at 9:30 pm
30 mins

NHL - Postgame

NHL - Postgame

NHL - Calgary Flames

NHL - Calgary Flames

Next Airs Saturday at 10 pm
2 hrs 30 mins

NHL - Calgary Flames

NHL - Calgary Flames

Moolala with Bruce Sellery

Moolala with Bruce Sellery

Next Airs Sunday at 1:30 pm
30 mins

Bruce Sellery wants to inspire you to get a handle on your money so you can live the life you want. If personal finance make

Bruce Sellery wants to inspire you to get a handle on your money so you can live the life you want. If personal finance makes you want to take a nap, tune in for a new spin on it. We'll talk about getting better at spending, saving, investing, borrowing, and more. Moolala is Money Made Simple!

The Exhale with Kyle Buchanan

The Exhale with Kyle Buchanan

Next Airs Sunday at 4 pm
1 hr

In a world where many feel isolated and small, The Exhale with Kyle Buchanan offers connection and community. Through candid

In a world where many feel isolated and small, The Exhale with Kyle Buchanan offers connection and community. Through candid conversations, real stories, and expert insights, we explore life’s highs, lows, and unexpected turns—from anxiety and loneliness to career shifts, family dynamics, and the overwhelm of wellness advice. This is a space to exhale after a long week, laugh at the mess of adulthood, and find just enough gumption to keep going.

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Bruce Sellery

Bruce Sellery is a personal finance expert and the author of The Globe and Mail bestseller, Moolala: Why smart people do dumb things with money (and what you can do about it). He appears regularly on Cityline and Breakfast Television, and is a columnist for MoneySense Magazine, Today’s Parent, and Chatelaine. He also consults for companies in the area of financial literacy, and speaks at events from coast to coast. Home base is Toronto, Ontario, where he lives with his husband and daughter.

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Shaun Proulx

Shaun Proulx lives well and by his own rules. Called “the epitome of a visionary entrepreneur” by The Toronto Star, and “Canada’s gay Oprah” by The Huffington Post, Proulx is an in-demand empowerment speaker, author, and publisher who leads a #ThoughtRevolution about personal limits at shaunproulx.com.

Eric Alper Canada Talks

Eric Alper

Eric Alper is one of the lucky ones for sure, getting to spend days (and nights and weekends) doing what he loves to do—working in the music PR world around passionate music lovers, fans, and industry folks talking about the newest album, the old record recently found in the basement or bargain bin, tragedy-tainted tales, and memories of old C-30, C-60, C-90s in our pockets.

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Aron Papernick

Aron Papernick has been with SiriusXM Canada since the first day it went on the air. While he spent many years covering NHL hockey, he’s also a huge soccer fan. What began as curiosity during the FIFA 1994 World Cup became an obsession with the arrival of MLS soccer in Toronto in 2007. He’s marched with supporters and chanted in the stands in Europe; and he’s raised his scarf and gone hoarse here in Canada. Canada FC covers the world’s game from a Canadian perspective.

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Allison Dore

Allison Dore has opinions and she’s not afraid to share them. This comedian with a serious side uses her infectious laugh, quick wit, honesty, and empathy in bringing entertainment and information to the masses.

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Arlene Bynon

Arlene Bynon is an award-winning, groundbreaking broadcast journalist who has covered major local, national, and international issues in her 20+ years as an interviewer, anchor, columnist, and reporter. She was the former host and producer of the Gemini-nominated television show Bynon.

Peter Mansbridge

Peter Mansbridge

Peter Mansbridge is an award-winning journalist, a Distinguished Fellow at the Munk School of Global Affairs at the University of Toronto and a member of numerous boards and committees. He is best known for his five decades of work at the CBC where he was Chief Correspondent of CBC News and anchor of The National for thirty years. He has won dozens of awards for outstanding journalism, has thirteen honorary doctorates from universities in Canada and the United States, and received Canada’s highest civilian honour, the Order of Canada, in 2008. He is the former two-term Chancellor of Mount Allison University, now its Chancellor Emeritus, and is the President of Manscorp Media Services where his work includes documentary film production.

Host Mark Afalo Canada Talks

Marc Aflalo

Marc Aflalo is a well-known Canadian producer and broadcaster who has worked in the industry for more than 20 years. While Aflalo’s original passion was working behind the scenes, he has since emerged in front of both the camera and microphone as host of various shows on SiriusXM and other broadcast platforms. Alflalo brings his gaming enthusiasm and tech experience to Gamer’s Edge Radio every week. He and Mitchell Whitfield are co-hosts of Gamer’s Edge on SiriusXM.

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Mitchell Whitfield

You may recognize his face from his iconic roles in Friends and My Cousin Vinny, or his voice from some of your favorite animated television shows or movies. Mitchell Whitfield’s career has spanned Broadway, film, television, and radio for more than three decades. In addition to his long Hollywood resume, Whitfield also has a passion for technology. In 2013, he teamed with Marc Aflalo to bring YourTechReport to SiriusXM, where they can still be heard every week. Whitfield is thrilled to be teaming with Aflalo again on Gamer’s Edge.

Jessi Cruickshank

Jessi Cruickshank

Renowned for her humour, quick wit, and authenticity, comedian Jessi Cruickshank has been called “the internet’s funniest mom” (Today’s Parent) and “Canada’s most beloved television personality” (Toronto Life). She has hosted some of TV’s most popular programs, including The Hills After Show, The Goods, eTalk and Canada’s Smartest Person. After a sold-out cross-country live comedy tour, Jessi recently became the first woman to get her own stand up special on the global streaming service ‘VEEPS’, set to premiere this May. Her podcast “Phone A Friend” is the #1 comedy podcast in the country and she is thrilled to bring it to Sirius XM.

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Charles MacPherson

After nearly a decade serving as major-domo, overseeing more than thirty household staff for one of Canada’s most prominent families, Charles set his sights on starting his own business. In 1996, he founded Charles MacPherson Associates (CMA), and began providing his household management expertise to high-net-worth and ultra-high-net-worth clients globally.

In addition to his responsibilities at CMA, Charles has published four books: The Butler Speaks, The Pocket Butler, The Pocket Butler’s Guide to Travel, and The Pocket Butler’s Guide to Good Housekeeping. His first book, The Butler Speaks is now in its fifth printing.

Vicky Sparks

Vicky Sparks

Vicky Sparks is a pop culture and entertainment expert, recognized for her vibrant on-air presence. A former contributor to The Morning Show and Entertainment Tonight Canada, she combines humour and sharp insights to every platform she graces.

Liza Fromer

Liza Fromer

Liza Fromer is a respected broadcast journalist previously seen on Breakfast Television and The Morning Show. A published author and mother of two, she co-authored The Bodyworks children’s book series, comprising six titles that educate and inspire young readers.

Patrick Bateman

Patrick Bateman

Patrick Bateman has spent the last decade in broadcasting as a former music director and on-air host. He is a passionate champion of Canadian music across all genres and is celebrated for his encyclopedic knowledge and dedication to the industry.

Amber Mac

Amber Mac

Amber Mac is President of AmberMac Media, Inc., an award-winning content development agency.

In 2024, Amber was named as one of DMZ’s Women of the Year for her work driving innovation and progress in the tech industry. In 2021, Amber was named one of the Bay Street Bull Women of the Year for her leadership in the technology sector. In 2016, she co-wrote the Amazon bestseller, Outsmarting Your Kids Online, just a few years after she wrote the Globe & Mail business bestseller, Power Friending.

Amber has keynoted more than 700 events around the world on the topics of AI and tech, and has moderated sessions with: Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau; German Chancellor Olaf Scholz, former FBI Director James Comey; business coach Tony Robbins; literary icon Margaret Atwood; and many other notable leaders.

Tara Slone

Tara Slone

Tara Slone has mastered the mic, from fronting JUNO-nominated rock group Joydrop to getting behind the scenes in the broadcast world of sports and entertainment. Whether it’s in the studio or on location, Tara brings her own distinct perspective, compassion and wit to every conversation.

Kyle Buchanan

Kyle Buchanan

Kyle Buchanan is known for making the messy parts of life feel a little lighter. With a background in both nutrition and entertainment, he blends humor, practicality, and nuance to cut through the noise. As a speaker, creator of the Feelgoodery podcast, and a regular face on morning TV, Kyle has spent years breaking down complex ideas and making conversations about health, mindset, and everyday struggles more relatable and whenever possible - entertaining.

Now, he’s bringing that same approach to SiriusXM with The Exhale—a space to pause, reflect, and make sense of it all. Through candid conversations and expert insights, the show gives listeners real talk, practical takeaways, and a moment to let the air out in a world that never seems to slow down.

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6 am

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Your Tech ReportEvery week Marc Aflalo (@marcaflalo) and Mitchell Whitfield (@m_whitfield) bring compelling tech interviews with some of the biggest names. Covering everything from the latest iPhone and Android devices to the newest laptops, drones and video games. Apple, LG, TCL, Samsung, Sharp and so much more each and every week on SiriusXM.
7 am

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The Bridge with Peter MansbridgeThe Bridge is a program that reflects issues surrounding political developments in Canada, the USA, and more. It's hosted by internationally recognized journalist Peter Mansbridge dealing with whatever is on his mind that day.
8 am

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The BoostKickstart your morning with the perfect mix of humour, entertainment, and all the buzzworthy news you need. Join the dynamic trio of Patrick Bateman, Liza Fromer and Vicky Sparks for all the latest in pop culture, celebrity interviews, and more.
10 am

Now Playing

The Arlene Bynon ShowNo rants, no spin. Candid, compassionate and fearless; Arlene Bynon will talk the news of the day: what’s happening, what’s trending and much more. Arlene likes to talk, but more importantly, she also likes to listen.
12 pm

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The Bridge with Peter MansbridgeThe Bridge is a program that reflects issues surrounding political developments in Canada, the USA, and more. It's hosted by internationally recognized journalist Peter Mansbridge dealing with whatever is on his mind that day.
1 pm

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The Big StoryAn in-depth daily look at the news, culture, politics, and personalities shaping Canada today.
2 pm

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The AmberMac ShowYour weekly guide to navigating our fast-evolving future. Each episode, award-winning broadcaster Amber Mac takes a deep dive into timely tech topics shaping our lives, including artificial intelligence, social media, digital scams, autonomous vehicles, online safety, and more.
3 pm

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The Breakdown with Allison DoreEntertainment, pop culture, news...and a little bit of sass. Allison Dore breaks it down weekday afternoons on Canada Talks.
5 pm

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The Wrap UpOur daily must-listen program, bringing you the very best conversations, interviews, and commentary from across SiriusXM. It’s your action-packed, entertaining, and informative guide to everything you may have missed but absolutely need to hear.
7 pm

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Cordially Yours, with Charles MacPhersonCharles MacPherson uses his decade of experience as a major-domo to help navigate the universal experiences on which we all need guidance. From “how to get out that oil stain" to "how to get your kids to sit at the dinner table,” Charles is your guide.
7:30 pm

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The Shaun Proulx Show 30Following his popular run as former quarterback host of the world’s first commercial LGBT radio station, Shaun is bringing his glittering personality, cheeky honesty and uplifting, thought-provoking conversation skills to SiriusXM’s Canada Talks channel 167 – their first openly gay host. Shaun attracts guests eager to join his leading-edge #ThoughtRevolution, which embraces safe exploration of the diversity of our experiences as human beings. Skilled at engaging in meaningful dialogue with anyone, Shaun welcomes a wide range of guests and topics to The Shaun Proulx Show. His style is casual, authentic and friendly, while his unique point of view helps reveal aspects of his guests that may not typically be highlighted during traditional, mainstream interviews.
8 pm

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NBA: Chicago Bulls Hometown Play-by-PlayHear live Chicago Bulls hometown play-by-play coverage right here all season long. Visit siriusxm.com/sports for a full schedule of all live sports on SiriusXM.
10:15 pm

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NBA Radio Post-Game ShowWhen the NBA action is done on the court, the night is just getting started on NBA Radio! Catch our post-game show for a recap of all the night's action, we'll take you inside the locker room for reaction from the players and coaches, and take your calls at 855-NBA-JUMP
11 pm

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The Arlene Bynon ShowNo rants, no spin. Candid, compassionate and fearless; Arlene Bynon will talk the news of the day: what’s happening, what’s trending and much more. Arlene likes to talk, but more importantly, she also likes to listen.

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