Interviews

”Hal the World Away” (with Hal Johnson)

Michael & Logan are back again for an Amazing Race Canada throwback – a visit from iconic Canadian Hal Johnson! In this episode:
What role has Hal assumed for new Racers?
How much of a fan is Hal?
What did Hal audition for?
Is anyone ever really recruited?
Why did Hal & Joanne have such a big advantage going in?
Will an All-Stars season ever happen?
Were Hal & Joanne the most-prepared Racers ever?
What would be Hal & Joanne’s “what if?” moment?
How do you get extra cash on the Race?
Why was Regina so horrible?
Who is the smartest team in Amazing Race Canada 6?
What local knowledge did they have to get them ahead?
What did Bickerton get upset about at the start line?
How much of a burden is your image?
The Give’r count returns.
How do injuries occur and how do you solve them?
Why did Hal & Joanne get U-Turned?
Which team didn’t know about Standby?
How did Kristen & Darren screw themselves over?
What did we miss with Treena & Tennille?
How should you pick an All-Star cast?
What should you put in an application?
What would Hal prepare with if he was asked back?
How do you overcome the perils of age?
What has twenty years of marriage taught Hal?
Were there alliances in Season 1?
For once, Logan talks about a video that is legal to own in Canada.
What didn’t everyone seen in Vancouver?
How did the City of Regina make it up to Hal & Joanne?
What was the story with the Regina Fast Forward?
How did the infamous ending to Regina affect Hal & Joanne?
One company misses out on a perfect opportunity.
Has Joanne overcome the incident?
Logan asks for a new slogan.
What impact did the incident actually have?
Hal gets a new theme tune.
Is there anything Hal wants everyone to know?
Which challenge from Season 6 would Hal dominate at?
How does Hal keep bumping into the Race?
How do you cope post-Race?
What is the biggest hate mail that Hal & Joanne had?
What would be our all-star cast?
How did Brett rub everyone the wrong way immediately?
Why are competitive teams not as entertaining?
Who does Michael want to see back?
How life-changing is Amazing Race?
What Monty stories does Hal have?
Where did Joanne think they would go?
Why have ratings fallen?
And what question do Hal & Joanne ask at talks?

”The Little Blind Podcaster Who Could” (with Lowell Taylor)

Michael & Logan return yet again for an interview, but I bet you didn’t see this one coming – it’s with Lowell Taylor! In this episode:
The saga of this episode is continuing.
We get an update on a story that no-one will ever hear.
Who were the meanest Canadians in Lowell’s cast?
We share travel stories.
Michael misunderstands a question.
What has Lowell been up to since his season aired?
Logan learns what a velodrome is and then gets an offer he’s literally not allowed to refuse.
Why was everything so easy initially?
What is Julie & Lowell’s casting story?
How does Julie have the most understanding parents ever?
What are Logan’s plans for applying to things?
How many puns were there really?
We learn about someone who’s a bit Shifty on the crew.
What is the perception of blind guys on The Amazing Race?
Were there any alternates?
Which team came back with PTSD?
We suggest a place for Logan to stop on his world tour.
Why did Julie & Lowell breeze through Ho Chi Minh City?
We get a new quickfire question.
Who is the Canadian Covino?
An unaired storyline saw Lowell play with Fire.
Did anyone else consider taking a penalty at the cable car Roadblock?
What was the common theme for a lot of Season 4?
What would have happened if Julie & Lowell had won the car prize?
Lowell gives us the highlights of The Amazing Race Canada
We learn about the Vancouver alumni parties.
What has Lowell learned from our podcasts?
We learn the origin of “fartface”.
How did everyone find out that Ashley was Mrs Universe?
We discuss first impressions and how deeply wrong they can be.
Do exes get separate rooms?
Would Jillian do All-Stars?
We hope a Subway promotion wouldn’t see history repeat itself.
We find an eating challenge that Logan wouldn’t suck at.
Why was Production trying to set Lowell up?
Who was the unsung punslinger of Season 4?
Did Steph & Kristen defy expectations?
How should you use an Express Pass?
Why has Monty friend zoned us?
Who has the best job in the world?
We pick our midseason top moment.
Why did the Olympics ruin everything?
Logan adds some colour to the Baboon v Badger question.
We finally get our exclusive.
What two regrets did Lowell have?
What went unaired on their elimination leg?
We get an update on Lowell’s (apparently dreamy) eyes.
And what is misunderstood about Amazing Race Canada?
Join us next week for another interview – this time with Hal Johnson!

”Dalmatians Have Souls Too” (with Hayley Bivens)

Michael & Logan are back again to break down Amazing Race 26 with another star of the show – Hayley Bivens. In this episode:
What is Hayley’s legacy?
Why did Logan need Hayley so much?
Does Hayley actually have cats?
How was the Amsterdam cycle?
We spot a trend in our interviews.
What are Hayley’s favourite numbers?
How was Hayley cast?
We worry for Hayley’s safety.
We get all the Phil stories.
Hayley gives us the lowdown on the jack shack.
What pre-Race misconceptions did Hayley have?
What should you bring on the Race?
Was Hayley topless in her audition video?
How nervous was it running to the start line?
We talk video games.
Why did Blair & Hayley do so badly initially?
Why is Hayley such a perfectionist?
We discuss Hayley’s love of Jonathan Knight.
The Save is brought up.
Why did Hayley shout so much?
Who were 26’s most-compatible couple?
Who do we hold responsible for the entire cast of 26 knowing of us?
Would Hayley ever dream of spitting on a potato?
How did Blair & Hayley win in Monaco?
Hayley gives us all her camping knowledge.
We learn about Thanksgiving in Namibia.
Did anything ever happen with the Handsome Bush Pilot?
How did Blair & Hayley dodge a bullet in Namibia?
Where did Hayley want to go?
Why was Phil arrested?
Hayley learns about Phil’s dad.
We discuss the biggest TAR dick move since casting the VoldeMussolinis.
What reactions did Logan get from the 26 cast?
We have an Office geek-out.
Logan mistakes his 90s shows and then tries to ruin everyone’s childhood.
Who took which trip?
Does the US have South African doctors?
Why hasn’t Amazing Race been to Canada recently?
Hayley settles a debate.
How did Hayley handle the haters?
Hayley faces the Quickfire Questions.
What does Hayley want everyone to know about 26?
Would Hayley race again with Blair?
And what surprising effect has the Race had on Hayley’s travelling life?

”The Meanness of Strangers” (with Scott Flanary)

Michael & Logan are back again to talk more about Amazing Race 29 – this time with Amazing Race’s answer to Cher…if Cher screamed a lot, Scott Flanary! In this episode:
What title does Scott hold?
The coaster incident is mentioned.
Who is Scott’s beard idol?
How perceptive was Scott during casting?
What other shows did Scott get close to being on?
Where did Harvard get Scott?
Scott tells a lie in front of Karen.
We break down Survivor and Big Brother.
Is perception ever reality?
We obviously talk about the intro music.
Why is Episode 9 so good?
Who would Scott’s first pick have been?
When were the bios written?
Scott thinks he’s broken some news.
Is Scott pregnant?
How much sleuthing did Scott do for 31?
How could Scott win again?
Did Scott ever have an Express Pass?
Who would Scott want to see return in an all-winners season?
What is “Seattle Style”?
We discuss Scott’s Race boyfriends.
There’s an amazing story from Scott’s finals interview.
How do you spell Scott’s name?
Were there any decoy visas or teams?
Where did Scott want to go?
Logan can’t remember Scott’s hero.
Scott jinxed himself fifteen years early.
We give Scott some quickfire questions.
Scott gets vulnerable.
We talk title quotes.
When did Brooke & Scott think they could win?
How do you describe Covino?
Does Scott have any regrets about using the U-Turn?
We get our pre-requisite Belgian Mole chat on.
Why doesn’t TAR have reunions?
We dig up old wounds about Season 30.
There’s some light Season 31 discussion.
We try not to google Covino’s name.
Scott gets an open floor.
We discuss Scott’s own podcast.
And can Scott remember his own name?

”It’s Never The Quiet Ones” (with Brooke Camhi)

Michael & Logan return once more to have an audience with the Queen of Amazing Race – Brooke Camhi – and chat about everything Amazing Race 29. In this episode:
Brooke & Logan become hair buddies.
We beg for compliments.
What was it like to be around Scott’s scream first-hand?
Brooke got recognised.
Can Brooke laugh at the Greece & Vietnam leg now?
Brooke has a very appropriate Amazing Race connection.
Michael toots his own horn.
Brooke reveals a secret about the cast bios.
How was Brooke cast?
Who was Brooke’s second choice?
Would 29’s cast have still been the same even without a schoolyard pick?
Where did Brooke want to go?
How miserable was the Greek ferry?
What is Brooke scared of?
What was the biggest mistake that Brooke & Scott made?
Brooke finally realises the main aim of Amazing Race.
We teach Brooke about Amazing Race Canada.
We discover Scott’s dark side.
We discuss the U-Turn drama and how Brooke made amends.
What was the biggest challenge Brooke faced?
How subtle were Scotty’s comments?
Did Scott ever find his express pass?
Brooke volunteers to watch something with us.
Would Brooke do Survivor?
How did Brooke & Scott win?
There’s a pop quiz.
Why couldn’t we see Scott skydive?
Michael reveals a secret about the intro music.
A myth gets busted.
We talk about audition tapes.
What was the last thing Brooke cried at?
We briefly discuss how much TARC sucks.
What aftercare is available in the Race?
What were the abandoned episode titles for Rado?
Why was Brooke’s edit so negative?
When did the Race become a bit more Brooke?
How was Vietnam?
We discuss swollen feet.
Which quotes annoyed people so much?
Did Brooke hate Vanck & Ashton?
What did TAR teach Brooke?
We ask personal questions.
Logan gets corrected.
Was there anything Brooke regretted bringing?
How did Brooke try and cover up being upset?
Brooke tries to get us to sing.
Go-to karaoke songs.
Who would we race with?
Which ride at Disney removes kidney stones?
And the outro gets heckled.
Join us next week when we talk to Scott Flanary (spelt like Canary!)

”Have Faith In Me, Radoski” (with Michael Rado)

Michael & Logan are back once more to chat to one of our podcast drunkles, Michael Rado. In this episode:
Rado tries to claim a title.
We accidentally date the podcast again.
What happened at the 29 finish line?
How was Rado cast?
Would Rado have made the same choice with all the options at the start line?
Who went on the trips they won?
Does Rado regret helping Brooke?
What happened when no-one was allowed to be friends?
Does Liz have magical map powers?
Mike critiques our impression.
A running joke bears fruit finally.
Why didn’t Rado meet Logan at the finale?
Where is the most convenient place for us all?
How sober was Logan at the 29 finale?
Michael discusses his favourite audition video again.
Why did Vanck & Ashton get U-Turned?
How would Rado have fared in Vietnam?
We obviously discuss the Scott scream.
Rado makes a tattoo bet.
What was the biggest thing we didn’t see?
What should you do if you accidentally encounter a wild Covino?
Logan gets exposed as being Uncanadian.
We take our usual Belgian Mole detour.
Were there any countries Rado was disappointed not to go to?
Did Mike & Liz prepare for a memory challenge?
Rado makes a swift exit.
And we make not at all timely predictions for Survivor New Zealand and South Africa by recording them before the most recent episodes aired.
We're back next week with another great guest - Brooke Camhi!

”Did You Push My Passport Off The Ledge?” (with Jen Hudak)

Michael & Logan return to kick off the interview series by talking to Season 30’s Jen Hudak. In this episode:
We’ve been slighted!
There’s an exclusive non-pregnancy announcement.
What happens when you come back from the Race?
Logan & Jen compare surgeries.
We discuss a little of what’s coming for 31.
How much of a fan is Jen?
At what point was it evident that 30 was a Champions edition?
Why are so many shows leaning on “inspirational” casting at the moment?
Logan gets blog envy.
Jen remembers some absurd criticisms.
What guidance did CBS provide?
What was the one instruction Logan gave pre-podcast?
How is Jen like Gilles de Coster?
How do you ensure you get a good edit?
We decide on a theme for Season 32.
Would 29 have been as compelling without Brooke & Scott?
What locations were missing from 30?
Why don’t we see India anymore?
What happens with a language barrier?
Was there any other team who we missed lots from?
Logan laughs at his own jokes.
Which bit of the podcast gives Jen the most anxiety?
What happened with the final challenge?
How important is it to debrief with your partner?
Why was the partner swap a dud?
How did overthinking nearly cost Kristi & Jen the Zimbabwe legs?
We try and find the new “Jack Shack”.
Where would Jen sleep if she returned for All-Stars?
Jen introduces us to bison bars.
Where would we want to go to?
We compare airport stories.
Jen tells us about her one night in Bangkok.
We discuss the legend of Conor Daly.
What was Jen’s favourite clip of the season?
Are we optimistic for 31?
We crack out a classic impression.
Jen learns about The Mole.
What other shows would Jen want to do?
Logan stops being interesting.
Which early boot had the most potential?
How are things for April & Sarah?
Jen picks apart an Amazing Race Canada bio.
Why don’t we see Canadian shows do all-stars?
We obviously talk Shahla & Nabeela.
What did Jen think about the Double-Battle?
How could you improve the two major twists of Season 30?
And we exclusively find out who would have suffered if teams had booked their own flights.
 
Join us next week for another interview, this time with Michael Rado from Amazing Race 29!

Looking Very Belgian - a De Mol België Special Episode with Gilles de Coster!

Michael & Logan return with a very special episode – being joined by Gilles de Coster! In this episode:
Michael accidentally comes on a little strong.
What was the reaction of Production to the fan community?
How important is the first challenge in setting the tone of the season?
How involved is Gilles in the show?
What makes a good candidate?
Why does the casting skew much older than other shows?
Has Gilles seen other versions of The Mole?
Does Gilles love people being wrong?
Why did Bertrand change his suspect?
How many people applied for this season?
How did they fact-check the STD question?
Is it difficult to keep a straight face with some of the antics?
Why does The Mole work in Belgium & the Netherlands, but not elsewhere?
What is Gilles’ favourite type of challenges?
Was the parking ticket a set-up?
Why does the pot tend to sit around a similar level each yet?
How much guidance does the Mole get?
Gilles exclusively reveals when the reveal will be.
An invitation gets offered.
How much planning has been done for next season?
Were there any locations abandoned in the past?
Should you ever want to do The Mole?
Is Steve as much of a klutz in real life?
Are there any challenges that Gilles wouldn’t do?
Did the Cape Town museum know everything?
How much fun was the ostrich game and what elements were removed?
What is the key to a good reveal location?
Is it fun to have a final loser who is completely wrong?
Are some of the clues a bit too obtuse?
Does Gilles have a favourite clue?
Gilles asks for our suspect lists.
Do they put out red herrings?
Logan is thrown under the bus.
Which of the three countries is Gilles’ favourite?
How do they avoid getting spotted?
Did they expect Ruth’s paint bomb to go off?
Will the cliffhangers continue?
Why are the executions so abrupt?
What backups are in place for executions?
Are executed candidates sequestered?
Does the Mole get a prize if they’re not suspected?
Do loved ones help or hinder?
We discuss (the lack of) merchandise.
Do candidates keep their Mole books?
What impresses Gilles the most?
Is there a balance between stereotypes and culture?
Where in the world does Gilles want to go?
Would China work as a Mole location?
What’s the deal with BMW?
Does Gilles have the coolest job in the world?
Are there any candidates who would make great moles?
What makes a good mole?
How fun was it to impersonate the Mole in South Africa?
Is it difficult not to say anything once Gilles is home?
Michael makes a finale-themed promise?
We talk weird theories?
What happen if the Mole fell ill?
We get some teases for the finale.
Gilles refuses to apologise.
Are any of the theories on Café de Mol correct?
Is there a reason that no candidates are on social media?
There’s a surprise title drop.
And we make our final predictions.