
Poonicast.
The Poonicast, co-hosted by urban planning myth Gary Pooni, is a series of conversations that celebrates folks who are driving positive change in Greater Vancouver. We’re shining a spotlight on good people doing good things in the city and introducing you to some of our favourite locals. From actors and athletes to philanthropists and musicians, these hometown heroes will motivate and inspire you to make a difference in your own community.
Episodes
9 episodes
Episode 8: Victor Montagliani - President of Concacaf and Vice President of FIFA
Episode 8 of the Poonicast features one of the most influential voices in global football—Victor Montagliani, President of Concacaf and Vice President of FIFA.Co-hosted by Whitecaps captain Russell Teibert alongside Gary Pooni, this epis...
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56:45

Episode 7 - Part 2: Former Whitecaps Head Coach Vanni Sartini and Longtime Captain Russell Teibert
Episode 7 of the Poonicast continues our conversation with former Whitecaps head coach Vanni Sartini and longtime captain Russell Teibert.In Part 2, we go deeper into the personal philosophies and experiences that shaped their journeys—f...
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31:54

Episode 7 - Part 1: Former Whitecaps Head Coach Vanni Sartini and Longtime Captain Russell Teibert
Episode 7 Part 1 of the Poonicast features two iconic figures from Vancouver’s soccer community—former Whitecaps head coach Vanni Sartini and longtime team captain Russell Teibert.Co-hosted by Russell himself alongside Gary Pooni, this e...
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35:12

Episode 6: UBC’s Managing Director of Athletics & Recreation Kavie Toor and UBC Thunderbirds’ Hockey Star Chanreet Bassi
Episode 6 of the Poonicast features two inspiring figures from UBC Athletics & Recreation—Managing Director Kavie Toor and UBC Thunderbirds hockey star Chanreet Bassi.Co-hosted by Pooni Group’s Director of Communications, Janine Verr...
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42:55

Episode 5: Canada Wide Media’s CEO Ryan Benn and Editorial Director Anicka Quin
Episode 5 of the Poonicast features two of our favourite community-builders from Western Canada’s largest independent magazine publisher.Co-hosted by philanthropist and interior designer Natalie Miller, tune in as we catch up with Canada...
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26:51

Episode 4: David Ousted & Martin McDermott
We were lucky enough to have two incredible guests on the Poonicast back in June. On this episode, we share laughs with Vancouver Whitecaps former goalkeeper David Ousted and the team’s kitman Marty McDermott.As we look forward to the ...
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Episode 4
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Episode 3: Santa Claus
We have a VERY special holiday edition of the Poonicast for you. In the studio with us is probably the most famous man in the world—the one, the only—the real deal—Santa Claus. ’Tis the season!
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Season 1
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Episode 3
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Episode 2: Kandyse McClure
We’re super excited to share our conversation with the talented (and stunning) actor Kandyse McClure. Sitting in the co-host seat with Gary on this edition is Pooni Group Marketings’s Director of Communications Janine Verreault.Kandy...
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27:43

Episode 1: Kirk McLean
We recorded our very first episode of the Poonicast at the end of the Canucks’ 2024 playoff run and now—with the 2024-2025 season in full swing—we couldn’t be more thrilled to share our conversation with team legend and former goalie, Kirk McLe...
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Season 1
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Episode 1
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