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| Date | Episode | Description | Length | ||||||
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| 4/30/26 |  Sports on LIR | Oklahoma band Sports drops in on The Leake in Review to chat about their sounds, tours, tornados, zebras and more. | — | ||||||
| 4/22/26 | Pelle Almqvist of The Hives on LIR | On this episode of The Leake in Review, Jeff sits down with the electrifying frontman of The Hives, Pelle Almqvist, for a conversation as fast, sharp, and wildly entertaining as the band’s legendary live shows. | — | ||||||
| 4/16/26 | The RRHOF Scorecard on LIR | Leake in Review: RRHOF 2026 Inductees – We Got 7 Out of 8 Right! (Replay with Alan Cross) Now that the official 2026 Rock & Roll Hall of Fame inductees have been announced, it’s time for the ultimate victory lap! In this replay of our special conversation with legendary radio personality and rock historian Alan Cross, we look back at our bold predictions and celebrate nailing 7 out of 8 in the Performer category. Official 2026 Performer Inductees: Phil Collins Billy Idol Iron Maiden Joy Division/New Order Oasis Sade Luther Vandross Wu-Tang Clan (Announcement dropped live on American Idol on April 13, 2026. The official induction ceremony is set for Saturday, November 14, 2026 in Los Angeles.) Hear Alan and I break down the biggest surprises, the snubs, and why this class feels like one of the most diverse and exciting in years. If you love deep rock history, music industry insight, and a little friendly prediction bragging, this one’s for you. Leake in Review – where music opinions get real. | — | ||||||
| 4/6/26 | Jenn Grant on LIR | Join host Jeff Leake for an intimate conversation with Juno-nominated Canadian singer-songwriter and painter Jenn Grant. We dive into her acclaimed new album Queen of the Strait. | — | ||||||
| 4/1/26 | Jay Malinowski Returns to LIR | Jay Malinowski (Bedouin Soundclash) is back on the show to celebrate the release of his highly anticipated new solo album Under a Landslide of Stars — his first solo project in over a decade under the MALINOWSKI moniker. | — | ||||||
| 3/25/26 | Brett Emmons (The Glorious Sons & John Shambles) on LIR | In this episode of The Leake in Review, we're thrilled to welcome a true Canadian rock heavyweight — Brett Emmons, frontman of JUNO-winning rockers The Glorious Sons, now stepping out under his new solo moniker John Shambles. | — | ||||||
| 3/20/26 | Alan Cross a RRHOF Discussion on LIR | In this no-holds-barred episode of The Leake in Review, host Jeff Leake is joined by Canadian music legend Alan Cross (host of The Ongoing History of New Music and one of the sharpest voices on rock history) for a deep-dive debate on the 2026 Rock & Roll Hall of Fame nominees. | — | ||||||
| 3/4/26 | “Ryan Gullen of The Sheepdogs on LIR | In this latest episode of The Leake in Review, host Jeff Leake is joined by Ryan Gullen, bassist and co-founder of the legendary Canadian rockers The Sheepdogs. What starts as a casual catch-up quickly turns into a rollicking, laugh-out-loud conversation that bounces from career highs to hilarious detours. | — | ||||||
| 2/25/26 | The East Pointers on LIR | In this lively episode of *The Leake in Review*, host Leake sits down with Tim Chaisson and Jake Charron of the acclaimed East Coast folk band The East Pointers. Broadcasting from Toronto, the conversation dives deep into the highs and lows of life on the road as a touring musician. | — | ||||||
| 2/18/26 | The Great Outdoors Comedy Festival on LIR | Mike & Donovan Bring the Great Outdoors Comedy Festival to The Leake in Review In this lively installment of The Leake in Review, host Leake (@TheLeake) steps away from the music spotlight to dive into the world of live comedy with two key players behind one of Canada's most unique festivals: Mike and Donovan from the Great Outdoors Comedy Festival. | — | ||||||
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| 1/9/26 | Alan Cross CFNY The Spirit of Radio on LIR | Alan Cross on the New Documentary CFNY: The Spirit of Radio | — | ||||||
| 12/16/25 | John-Angus MacDonald of The Trews on LIR | In this episode, John-Angus MacDonald joins host Leake to discuss touring, recording sessions with friends Gord Sinclair (of The Tragically Hip) and Brett and Jay Emmons (of The Glorious Sons), the new album The Bloody Light, busking, and more. | — | ||||||
| 12/10/25 | Steve Bays on LIR Part 2 | Steve Bays returns to the program after a power outage at his place. He and Leake talk about tech, and AI in music, new music coming as a solo project and an upcoming performance at the Andy Kim Christmas in Vancouver. | — | ||||||
| 12/2/25 | Steve Bays on LIR Part 1 | In Part 1 of Steve Bays’ appearance on The Leake in Review, the Hot Hot Heat frontman-turned-producer shares the pivotal role his mom played in his musical journey—never once telling him to turn down his basement drums or skip guitar lessons, instead becoming his biggest cheerleader and giving him the freedom to chase music without limits. He then takes listeners inside the exciting (and occasionally chaotic) process of building his brand-new, dream studio, plus Steve talks about how he ended up living on a boat. | — | ||||||
| 11/28/25 | Menno Versteeg of Hollerado on LIR | In this electric episode, Hollerado’s unstoppable frontman Menno Versteeg pulls up a chair and rewinds to the record that changed everything: 111 Songs for the Broken Hearted, the surprise 2024 reunion album that brought the band back from “indefinite hiatus” and instantly sold out every Canadian club date the second it was announced. A full-blown comeback, plus a recap of Demo in a bag with its production schedule. | — | ||||||
| 11/25/25 | Piers Henwood on LIR | In this week's captivating installment of The Leake in Review, host Jeff Leake welcomes Piers Henwood, the dynamic force behind Amelia Artists and a veteran of the music industry's highs and lows. From his roots as a guitarist in the indie rock outfit Jets Overhead to his evolution into a powerhouse manager and label executive, Henwood pulls back the curtain on a career that's as unpredictable as a sold-out festival set. | — | ||||||
| 11/19/25 | Adam Baldwin on LIR | While still on a cross-Canada tour with Blue Rodeo, Nova Scotia’s own Adam Baldwin makes a triumphant return to the podcast. The guys dive into the magic (and occasional chaos) of opening for one of Canada’s most legendary bands, the upcoming headline dates Adam has lined up, and why sharing the stage with Blue Rodeo still feels surreal after all these years. | — | ||||||
| 11/11/25 | Jay Malinowski of Beduin Soundclash on LIR | This week on Leake in Review, Jeff Leake welcomes a true sonic explorer—Jay Malinowski, frontman of Bedouin Soundclash and now the creative force behind his latest project, Malinowski and Landslid Stars. From the dub-soaked rhythms that defined a generation to the introspective textures of his new work, Jay opens up about the evolution of his sound, the stories behind the songs, and the spiritual undercurrents that guide his writing. This episode is a journey through memory, melody, and reinvention. Jay and Jeff dive into the poetic roots of Landslid Stars, the collaborative spirit behind the project, and what it means to create music that’s both personal and expansive. | — | ||||||
| 10/24/25 | Bahamas on LIR | In this episode Afie Jurvanen, the mind behind Bahamas drops in for a wide-ranging conversation that’s equal parts grounded and reflective. They dive into Afie’s latest release, My Second Last Album—available everywhere now—and explore life in Nova Scotia, the ups and downs of touring, and the quiet gratitude that comes with building a career on your own terms. | — | ||||||
| 10/11/25 | Violet Night on LIR | In this episode of The Leake in Review, we sit down with Connor Pohl and Tay of Violet Night | — | ||||||
| 10/1/25 | Aysanabee on LIR | In this week’s Leake in Review, we sit with the rising pulse of Aysanabee’s who is set to tour the new release Edge of the Earth upcoming tour dates, and halloween tears. | — | ||||||
| 9/9/25 | Darrin Pfeiffer on LIR | This week, The Leake in Review welcomes ska/punk veteran Darrin Pfeiffer, the iconic drummer behind Goldfinger, for a wild ride through the highs, lows, and hilarity of life in a ska-punk institution. | — | ||||||
| 9/3/25 | Yukon Blonde on LIR | This week on The Leake in Review, Jeff sits down with indie rock veterans Yukon Blonde as they kick off their cross-Canada tour in support of their new album, Friendship & Rock 'N' Roll. From the creative process behind the record to the realities of life on the road, the band opens up about what fuels their sound, their evolution as artists, and why this album feels like a return to their rawest roots. | — | ||||||
| 8/15/25 | The Leake in Review - Jeremy Fisher | This week on Leake in Review, host Jeff Leake welcomes acclaimed Canadian singer-songwriter Jeremy Fisher for a candid and creative conversation that spans decades of music, reinvention, and storytelling. | — | ||||||
| 7/31/25 | The Leake in Review - Ocean Alley | In this laid-back yet electric episode, Leake sits down with Aussie psych-rock outfit Ocean Alley during their North American tour stop in Toronto. The conversation dives into the band's genre-defying sound that blends surf vibes, along with stories from life on the road—like sleeping upright—and how they balance creative freedom with an ever-growing fanbase. | — | ||||||
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