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Feb 24, 2021 · TORONTO (Feb. 20) — I worked in radio with Bob McCown for the better part of a quarter–century. And, though we were never buddy–buddy, it wasn’t unusual for us to chat until we had nothing left to say. Particularly in the early years, when Bob lived on Soudan Ave., steps from our Holly St. studios in the Yonge–Eglinton area of midtown.
Jul 13, 2023 · McCown is best known for hosting the popular sports talk radio show Prime Time Sports on Sportsnet 590 The Fan (formerly The FAN 590) in Toronto. He hosted the show from its inception in 1989 ...
Nov 10, 2023 · McCown Is Discouraged, Frustrated. TORONTO (Oct. 14) — It was back on June 15, a lifetime ago for Bob McCown, that our country’s most–celebrated sports radio and TV host suffered an ischemic stroke while recording his daily podcast. Four months later, the Bobcat is discouraged over his lack of progress and rehabilitation, telling me on ...
Mar 11, 2021 · March 11, 2021. 1 min.read. Nearly two years after parting ways with Sportsnet 590 The Fan, Canada’s iconic sports radio host Bob McCown is returning to the terrestrial airwaves with a daily show. Beginning March 15, McCown and his former co-host John Shannon will reunite for a sports radio show, joining news talk station Sauga 960 AM every ...
Mar 8, 2021 · McCown said his 2019 exit from Sportsnet was led by a financial decision from the company, and although there may have been recent interest in a return, an offer never materialized. The founder of sports radio in Canada, McCown was known throughout his career for tenaciously challenging guests and callers, although his fiery style toned down near the end.
Jun 30, 2023 · Longtime Toronto sports broadcaster Bob McCown is off the air dealing with a serious health issue. The former Sportsnet 590 The FAN personality said Friday he is recovering in hospital after having “two strokes over the last couple of weeks.”. “Can’t walk or talk but am getting better very slowly!” the 71-year-old said in a tweet.
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Jun 30, 2023 · Postmedia files. Bob McCown is off the airwaves for now, but hopes to be back soon. The 71-year-old said on Twitter on Friday that he had two strokes over the past couple of weeks and can’t talk ...
