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Welcome to The Pal’s Podcast. Hosted by Ricky Liorti and Dani Galarneau with new episodes released every Tuesday.

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July 8, 2026Episode 3591 hr 10 min

The Boys of 98 on Toronto Nightlife, Adult Friendships & Building a Creator Career

🎙️ This week on The Pal’s Podcast, we sit down with the Boys of 98, one of Canada’s most entertaining lifestyle content groups. Childhood friends since elementary school, the guys share how their friendship grew from growing up in the same neighborhood to building a career creating content together. We dive into their journey from making long-form YouTube college tours to evolving into short-form lifestyle creators, the realities of creator burnout, and what it takes to build a community online. Plus, the Boys share wild stories from their travels, their experience studying engineering at the University of Waterloo, creator influences, future projects, and much more. 🍻 🎶 Music by @distant.matter 📲 Follow us on Instagram @thepalspodcast | @yourpalrick | @danigalarneau Follow Boys of 98: Instagram: @theboysof98 TikTok: @theboysof98 Presented by Narcity Canada. Part of the Narcity Shows Network. Subscribe for new full length episodes. Business Inquiries: thepalspodcast@narcity.com 🎧 Listen now

July 1, 2026Episode 35857 min

Why Toronto Feels Different This Summer

🎙️ This week on The Pal's Podcast, Ricky and Dani catch up on everything happening this summer, from quieter days in Muskoka and Toronto's patio scene to the electric atmosphere created by the World Cup. The conversation dives into Canada's tipping culture, the realities of concert ticket prices and Rogers Stadium, why Euro Summers have become so popular, and how they're approaching this season of life. It's a laid-back conversation about travel, friendships, city life, and finding balance during a busy summer. 🎶 Music by @distant.matter 📲 Follow us on Instagram @thepalspodcast | @yourpalrick | @danigalarneau Presented by Narcity Canada. Part of the Narcity Shows Network. Subscribe for new full length episodes. Business Inquiries: thepalspodcast@narcity.com 🎧 Listen now

June 24, 2026Episode 3571 hr 14 min

Offside Boys: Turning Vintage Football Kits Into a Growing Brand

🎙️ This week on The Pal’s Podcast, we sit down with the founders of Offside Boys, one of Toronto’s fastest-growing vintage soccer jersey brands. Friends since high school, Santi and Ben share how a passion for collecting football kits turned into a business, from building personal collections of hundreds of jerseys to sourcing rare finds through Facebook Marketplace, thrift stores, warehouses, and travels across North America. We dive into the rise of vintage soccer culture, why 90s and early 2000s jerseys have become fashion staples, and how the World Cup has transformed the atmosphere in Toronto. The conversation also covers their journey from an Instagram page to a retail presence across the city, memorable sports moments including Toronto FC’s MLS Cup victory, Real Madrid’s La Décima, and witnessing Kawhi Leonard’s iconic shot courtside. Plus, we talk soccer culture, collecting, entrepreneurship, upcoming collaborations, the future of Offside Boys, and much more. ⚽ 🎶 Music by @distant.matter 📲 Follow us on Instagram @thepalspodcast | @yourpalrick | @danigalarneau Follow Offside Boys: Instagram: @offsideboys TikTok: @offsideboys Presented by Narcity Canada. Part of the Narcity Shows Network. Subscribe for new full length episodes. Business Inquiries: thepalspodcast@narcity.com 🎧 Listen now and get to know the story behind one of Toronto’s leading vintage soccer jersey brands.

June 17, 2026Episode 35656 min

Stuck on Planet Earth: 10+ Years, 1 Band, No Breakups (Toronto Rock Story)

🎙️ This week on The Pal's Podcast, we sit down with Toronto rock band Stuck on Planet Earth to talk about their latest album, All But Nothing, and what it takes to keep a band together for over a decade. The trio shares the story behind recording their new album between Nashville and Toronto, working alongside acclaimed songwriters and producers, and why they chose to capture part of the record live off the floor to preserve the band's raw energy. We also dive into the personal themes that shaped the album, including fatherhood, divorce, personal growth, and the symbolism behind its striking artwork. We discuss the differences between Nashville's highly collaborative music scene and Toronto's culture, the brotherhood that has kept the same three members together since the early 2010s, and how they navigate creative disagreements while continuing to evolve as a band. Plus, we talk about the realities of being a modern musician, the pressure of creating content for TikTok and Instagram, protecting mental health in a 24/7 digital world, upcoming tour dates, favourite movies, and much more. 🎶 Music by @distant.matter 📲 Follow us on Instagram @thepalspodcast | @yourpalrick | @danigalarneau Follow Stuck on Planet Earth: Instagram: @stuckonplanetearth Website: stuckonplanetearth.com Presented by Narcity Canada. Part of the Narcity Shows Network. Subscribe for new full length episodes. Business Inquiries: thepalspodcast@narcity.com 🎧 Listen now and get to know one of Toronto's longest-running independent rock bands.

June 10, 2026Episode 3551 hr 0 min

The Bausa: High School Friends to Global Success

🎙️ This week on The Pal's Podcast, we sit down with Norwegian music trio The Bausa during their first-ever North American trip to Toronto. The group shares how a friendship that started in middle school turned into a global music career, from creating songs in a home studio and selling music to Norway's famous graduation bus culture, to landing a chart-topping hit and performing in front of 60,000 people. We also dive into the TikTok video that changed everything, their transition from Norwegian hip-hop to English house music, creating nearly an entire year of music in a single week, and the setback that nearly derailed their career when their music was removed from Spotify at a crucial moment. Plus, we talk touring, their creative process, upcoming releases, favourite movies, and much more. 🎶 Music by @distant.matter 📲 Follow us on Instagram @thepalspodcast | @yourpalrick | @danigalarneau Follow The Bausa: Instagram: @thebausa TikTok: @thebausa Presented by Narcity Canada. Part of the Narcity Shows Network. Subscribe for new full length episodes. Business Inquiries: thepalspodcast@narcity.com 🎧 Listen now and get to know one of Norway's fastest-rising music groups.

June 3, 2026Episode 35450 min

Big News: The Pal's Podcast Joins Narcity Shows | Monthly Catch-Up

This month on Pal's Podcast, Ricky and Dani are back for another catch-up episode, and this one comes with some big news. We officially announce that The Pal's Podcast has joined Narcity Shows, a partnership that we hope will help take the show to the next level through expanded distribution, bigger opportunities, and even more great conversations. We also dive into life lately, including Dani's CPA exam prep, Ricky's thoughts on Toronto's traffic and infrastructure challenges, whether the city is actually ready for the World Cup, and a conversation about dating standards, ambition, and finding someone who aligns with your lifestyle. Plus, we share some of our dream podcast guests, what we're looking forward to this summer, and where we hope to take the podcast next. 🎶 Music by @distant.matter 📲 Follow us on Instagram @thepalspodcast | @yourpalrick | @danigalarneau Presented by Narcity Canada. Part of the Narcity Shows Network. Subscribe for new full length episodes. Business Inquiries: thepalspodcast@narcity.com Listen now! 🎧

May 27, 2026Episode 3531 hr 11 min

Elan Bibas: Left AI & Consulting to Chase Adventure, Running & Content Creation

🎙️ This week, Ricky and Dani sit down with Elan Bibas to talk about leaving behind a successful career in engineering and AI consulting to pursue content creation, endurance racing, and a life built around pushing limits. From selling his first startup to quitting corporate life, Elan shares what led him to bet on himself and fully commit to building his own path. We talk about marathons, ultra-marathons, mental health, social media, and why growth comes from stepping outside your comfort zone. Elan also opens up about his experience on reality TV, building meaningful connections online, and his future vision of combining AI and wellness through mental fitness. Along the way, we discuss discipline, identity, and the importance of surrounding yourself with the right people. 🎶 Music by @distant.matter 📲 Follow us on Instagram @thepalspodcast | @yourpalrick | @danigalarneau Follow Elan: Instagram: @elan.bibas TikTok: @embibas Listen now! 🎧

May 20, 2026Episode 3521 hr 5 min

Cody Hodgson: NHL Retirement, Health Scare, Comeback & Owning a Pro Pickleball Team

🎙️ Episode 353. This week, Ricky and Dani sit down with former NHL player Cody Hodgson for one of the most unbelievable comeback stories we’ve heard on the podcast. Cody reflects on growing up playing elite hockey in Toronto, making it to the NHL, representing Team Canada at the World Juniors, and spending six seasons in the league with teams like the Nashville Predators. But at just 26 years old, everything changed when severe health complications forced him into early retirement. Doctors warned him that continuing to play could cost him his life. We talk about the emotional toll of losing the only identity he had ever known, how he spent years searching for answers, and the unconventional methods that helped him regain control of his health. Cody also shares the story behind his improbable return to professional hockey nearly a decade later, cold-calling teams for another opportunity, earning a PTO at 34 years old, and proving to himself that he could still compete at a high level. Beyond hockey, Cody opens up about transitioning into business, investing in real estate and private equity, and eventually becoming the owner of a professional pickleball team, the York Yeti. We also dive into the explosive growth of pickleball, why the sport has become such a powerful networking space, and what he sees for its future in Canada. This episode is about identity, resilience, reinvention, and finding purpose after life forces you to change direction. 🎶 Music by @distant.matter 📲 Follow us on Instagram @thepalspodcast | @yourpalrick | @danigalarneau Cody Hodgson: @cody_hodgson York Yeti: @yorkyeti Listen now! 🎧

May 13, 2026Episode 3511 hr 9 min

Max Wild: UCLA Tennis to Pro Pickleball, CNPL Rivalries & Olympic Dreams

🎙️ New Episode Alert! This week, Ricky and Dani sit down with professional pickleball player Max Wild, the first American ever drafted into the CNPL, to talk about his journey from elite tennis at UCLA to the rapidly growing world of pro pickleball. They dive into how Max first discovered the sport while finishing his MBA, the moment he got completely humbled by an older player with a knee brace named Doug, and how pickleball has completely changed the direction of his life. Plus, Max shares some of his life outside the court, including film photography, Charleston living, and his long-term goals beyond sports. Most importantly, this episode is a reminder that the people helping grow the game of pickleball are far more layered, driven, and interesting than most people expect. Follow Max Wild: https://www.instagram.com/maxwild__/ https://www.instagram.com/crewpickleballclub/ 🎶 Music by @distant.matter 📲 Follow us on Instagram @thepalspodcast | @yourpalrick | @danigalarneau Listen now! 🎧

May 6, 2026Episode 3501 hr 3 min

Tyler McGregor: Milano-Cortina, Sacrifice & The Road to Gold 🇨🇦

🎙️ This week, we sit down with Tyler McGregor (@tylermcgregor8) captain of Team Canada’s Para ice hockey team, fresh off the Paralympic Games. Tyler shares what the experience in Italy was really like, from the electric atmosphere and having over 200 friends and family in the stands, to the tough reality of coming home with silver. We talk about how the team processed the loss, why there’s still so much pride in what they accomplished, and how their focus is already set on chasing gold in 2030. Beyond the rink, this conversation dives into Tyler’s mindset, why he believes in consistency over constantly reinventing yourself, the importance of staying authentic, and how small acts of kindness can have a lasting impact. We also get into life off the ice, from building out his dream wellness setup to the excitement of his upcoming wedding. Tyler shares the story behind his recent Air Canada commercial, an emotional and deeply personal project that meant a lot to him and his family. A powerful conversation about resilience, perspective, and what it really takes to keep showing up. 🎶 Music by @distant.matter 📲 Follow us on Instagram @thepalspodcast | @yourpalrick | @danigalarneau Listen now! 🎧