
The Neutral Zone
Sports
Brock Richardson and his panel of sports experts engage in a lively round-table discussion about Parasports and professional sports news and newsmakers.
Location:
Canada
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Brock Richardson and his panel of sports experts engage in a lively round-table discussion about Parasports and professional sports news and newsmakers.
Twitter:
@AMIaudio
Language:
English
Website:
http://www.ami.ca/TheNeutralZone
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feedback@ami.ca
Episodes
Sports & Politics
4/8/2026
Coming up on this edition of The Neutral Zone, the panel will discuss high-performance sport, mental health and how the two things can sometimes intersect both positively and negatively. Brock recently met Liberal MP for Don Valley West in Toronto, Ontario, the Honourable. Robert Oliphant at the 2026 Media Producers Association Held in Ottawa, ON and he joined the program for an interesting discussion.
Duration:01:15:49
History in 60
3/31/2026
Coming up on this episode of The Neutral Zone, we are thrilled to be joined by the host of AMI‘s newest television series called History in 60. Our guest, John Loeppky, explores the key moments in history in regards to individuals with disabilities. Plus, the International Olympic Committee has made a controversial decision as it relates to women and Olympic sports we will explore that topic.
Duration:01:06:20
It’s a Numbers Game
3/26/2026
Coming up on this episode of The Neutral Zone: we are excited and thrilled to be joined by friend of the show, and public address announcer for McMaster University and the Toronto Argonauts, Adam Gosse. According to CBC, 10 million Canadians tuned into the Paralympic Games. What does all of that mean? The panel will debate! Plus, we discuss some mainstream topics like the Toronto the Maple Leafs. I’ve got a lot of questions how many answers though will see!
Duration:01:14:18
Paralympic Debrief
3/19/2026
Coming up on this episode of The Neutral Zone, the Paralympics are now over and we will give you a full and complete wrap on the Games from a Canadian perspective. We will also find out how our very own Claire Buchanan enjoyed her experience being a part of the 2026 Paralympic Games coverage! Plus, should we be concerned about the future of the Olympics and Paralympic Games? The panel will discuss.
Duration:01:07:27
On with the Paralympic show
3/12/2026
Coming up on this episode of The Neutral Zone, the Paralympics are off and running. The panel will give you their early impressions of the games. Plus, we are excited to be joined by broadcaster Daniella Ponticelli who, for the first time in her career, had the opportunity to broadcast the 2026 Winter Olympic Games. Daniella will tell us all about that and her career as a whole.
Duration:01:21:00
Paralympic Preview
3/3/2026
Coming up on this episode of The Neutral Zone, we are joined by our dear friend, CBC Sports reporter Devin Heroux. Devin will be along to put a wrap on the 2026 Olympics and preview the Paralympics which begin on Friday, March 6! Plus, the panel will debate how Russia and Belarus being reinstated at the Paralympic level will impact the games!
Duration:01:20:32
Paralympic ally
2/24/2026
Coming up on this episode of The Neutral Zone, we are pleased to be joined by para sports advocate Emma Sachs. Emma is here today to tell us about the recent University National Championship held in Toronto Ontario. Plus, the Olympics have ended. We will do a debrief and talk about what defines success for Canada at the Olympic level.
Duration:01:13:44
Cam and his nuggets
2/11/2026
Coming up on this addition of The Neutral Zone in light of Alpine skier Lindsey Vonn tearing her ACL in January is still committed to competing at the 2026 Winter Olympic Games, the panel will discuss this idea of risking an athlete’s future to represent your country at the Olympics and Paralympics. Plus, are Olympic and Paralympic games becoming too expensive to host?
Duration:01:14:17
Personal Reasons
1/27/2026
Coming up on the show today, we are joined by Lisa Myers, a consultant for wheelchair tennis at Tennis Canada. She will be along to talk to us about a six-part webinar series called Women’s Disability Sport. Plus, the panel discusses mental health in sports and rumours and how they negatively intertwine.
Duration:01:04:13
Empowering Women
1/23/2026
Coming up on the show today, the panel will discuss the upcoming six part webinar series called Women’s Disability Sport. Plus, we will catch you up on mainstream sports news and notes
Duration:01:04:10
Paralympic Dream
1/12/2026
Coming up on this edition of The Neutral Zone, the panel will discuss the idea of does popularity of a given para sport diminish the accomplishment of making it to the Paralympic Games? Also, how much can one sponsorship impact the Paralympic movement? Lots of questions on today’s episode. Are you ready for answers?
Duration:01:03:18
Happy New Year
1/9/2026
Coming up on this edition of the program, Brock recently had the opportunity to chat with Mac Marcoux, honorary captain of the Canadian Paralympic team for Milano 2026. The panel will discuss the interview and we will break down the 2026 Canadian Olympic men’s hockey team roster.
Duration:01:02:14
Another Great Year
12/16/2025
Coming up on today’s episode of The Neutral Zone, Brock had the opportunity to speak with Karen O’Neill, Chief Executive Officer of the Canadian Paralympic Committee. Karen tells us about preparations for Milano Cortina 2026. The panel will discuss the interview and give their reaction to a statement by Canadian swimmer Penny Oleksiak, who broke her silence in a one-on-one interview with Devin Héroux of CBC Sports.
Duration:01:11:25
Moral Victories?
12/12/2025
Coming up on today’s show, we will hear from Canadian Boccia athlete Iulian Ciobanu. He’s here today to tell us about his 2025 international success and looking ahead to 2026! Plus, the Para Hockey Cup has concluded. We will break it all down for you.
Duration:01:08:55
Whereabouts Are You?
12/2/2025
Coming up on today’s episode: Canadian swimmer Penny Oleksiak receives a two-year ban from competitive swimming because she failed three whereabouts check-ins. Plus, from last week’s interview with Carter Plumb, the panel will discuss the maturity level of a 16-year-old putting academics as a priority before sporting goals and achievements.
Duration:01:02:42
Junior Success
11/25/2025
Coming up on today’s program, Brock had the pleasure of sitting down with Canadian Junior Boccia player Carter Plumb and his mom, Jennifer Knight. They recently participated in the Youth Para Pan-American Games where they finished fourth. Plus, we will catch you up on mainstream sports
Duration:01:11:26
Captain C
11/18/2025
Coming up on today’s episode, Brock sat down with Paralympic para ice hockey player, and now a member of the Canadian Paralympic Hall of Fame, Todd Nicholson. Todd tells us all about his career and what it’s like being a Hall of Famer. Plus, the panel will discuss what makes for a good captain in sports!
Duration:01:12:50
Youth Spotlight
11/12/2025
Coming up on this episode of The Neutral Zone, the youth Para Pan American Games have wrapped up and we are going to give you the medal count and talk about why these types of games are so important for the upcoming generation of athletes. Plus, we bring you up to speed on the very latest in mainstream sports!
Duration:01:04:01
So Close
11/4/2025
Coming up on this episode of the neutral zone we are excited to be joined by Canadian blind soccer player and host of AMI audios newest show reflections Ramya Amuthan, she’s here today to tell us about Canada’s appearance at the 2025 blind soccer women’s World Cup recently held in India! Plus, the World Series is over and we are here to tell you all about the end result!
Duration:01:11:15
Athlete Coaches
10/29/2025
Coming up on this week’s episode we are pleased to be joined by Travis Murao, Canadian wheelchair rugby player, who has also taken on a role with Ontario Para Network’s wheelchair rugby team as their Technical Coordinator. Plus, the Toronto Blue Jays have made the World Series for the first time in 32 years and we will break it all down!
Duration:01:03:13
