Why Steve Dangle Quit Sportsnet | You'll Never Make it Episode 2

[@RyanRuffy]

I'm a former TSN and Sportsnet employee -- I'm not in the industry anymore. But I would say morale and toxicity when i worked at Sportsnet was probably the worst place I have ever worked. It was sad to work somewhere you had dreamed of working and being part of hockey at lunch with talent...but being beaten down by management and the work environment. I was glad Steve is running his own thing and kicking ass.

[@innerauthority2439]

Morale and capitalism do not coexist very well

[@MrGamman3yt]

Not true my dude. Maybe multinatoonals isn't so hot. Go work for the insane, at the gov't or unions? They have zero life skills like the toxic higher ups at multinationals. Hmm, changed my mind. Anything super large is bad. Govt, organizations, etc.

[@doaftheloaf]

@@innerauthority2439 not the way sportsnet does it. but if you love communism so much, move somewhere where they have it. sportsnet is a shitty tsn wannabe, but they're bigger assholes and more woke, and their quality is much less. it's perfectly understandable why morale sucks there.

[@middleclasscow]

What is your recommendation as an alternative to capitalism?

[@innerauthority2439]

@@middleclasscow wow best KZbin handle! Anyway, the endless need for more profit is the downfall of capitalism. Put in some profit caps or make these entities co-ops.

[@ShaneT5S]

I love Steve, I was so sad when I learned his Steve's Dang Its series ended. Who else is going to passionately yell "If you're a goaltender...!"

[@radfishy]

Tend the goal!

[@FullerSpaghettiLTA]

@@ShaneT5S glad I got the shirt

[@nikolasbon9558]

He still yells it on the podcast and lfr's

[@OrcDragon65]

This is the other side of the sword, sadly. When we had Hat Picks, Dang Its and Trade Trees; Steve was must-watch youtube I looked forward to ever week. I wish that content could be repackaged because that was what I tuned in for. Nowadays, I'm one of Those Fans he rants about every time the LFR views skyrocket after a big loss. I'm not there for the Leafs, or the other guys, I was there for Steve's charisma. I feel bad because I love the guy buy the stuff he does outside of the annual Playoff Loss LFR's, just doesn't grab my attention. He lost the best content (in my opinion) when he left Sportsnet and I haven't been a regular viewer since.

[@OrcDragon65]

@@FullerSpaghettiLTA I got my dad the Goaltender Shirt, the same Christmas he got me a Dang It shirt, we had no idea until Christmas day.

[@CanadaMatt]

Im 52 and a lifelong Leafs supporter. In the past 10 years, Steve has made me a better Hockey fan. I cant think of a higher compliment.

[@juliehutt1724]

I love this. I feel that is the best part of SDPN with Adam and Jesse and Steve. It’s not just about the Leafs (phew because I’m a a Hans fan) and it’s not even just solely a hockey podcast. It’s everything and it’s so, so good.

I'm some random joe-blow who got to interview Steve during COVID, less than two years before I went to school for Radio & Television. The fact he paid some of his time to someone as unknown (then) as me speaks volumes to the type of character he is. Will forever appreciate Steve for that.

[@Greatnorthsports]

I am 4+ years in and still trying to "make it" no idea if im succeeding or not but im glad I found this show. Great interview cant wait to see what comes next!

[@YoullNeverMakeItPod]

Thanks so much! Glad you're here with us!

[@jimmyjames6636]

If you’re 4+ years in and still going at it, you’re succeeding my friend. 👌

[@joeydabbs1466]

I started a mobile auto detailing company 2 years ago. First year was a success! Second year tried to grow the business, and then health issues arose. Never recovered

[@EckHockey]

You can do a lot more nowadays without the complications of being attached to major media networks.... all while being your own boss and pocketing the fruits of your labour.

[@ennok4231]

Eck, you've got a great audience out here - keep up your good work!

[@NoPe-n1j]

And as we can see from the example above, you don’t need to know a thing about hockey to succeed at it 😂😂

[@Takhar7]

Fantastic season. I was one of Steve's earliest subs, and it's been so great to see how he's progressed, while remaining humble and hilarious. Great job. Subbed

[@joeydabbs1466]

Here before 500 Subs!

[@Saku2Suzuki]

Hate the Leafs, Love the Dangle. He has always come across as a guy i could spend every wednesday night eating cheap wings with and complaining about our favourite teams.

[@cpeterso]

As a Red Wings fan, I agree completely

[@ravimani3834]

Good luck finding cheap wings nowadays

[@Saku2Suzuki]

@@ravimani3834 cheap and good wings just down the road from me every Thursday. $5 per pound.

[@jasonkemppainen4731]

I’m a Red Wings fan, I watch Steve often because he is so honest and true🪞 to his self. That’s all we can ask for in media, be true to yourself.

[@toiletpainter]

Sens Fan here, totally agree. Never would I thought of watching a Leafs show, But Dangle seems like such a cool dude

[@austinfrykas6696]

As an avid SPD listener and Steve Enjoyer and empathizer for much of my life; I was so glad to hear Steve's story in long form. It was also nice to confirm he is in fact, really funny as i've never heard him much without Adam and Jesse. Love the show! great work fellas.

[@garyk1836]

I'm 44 and retiring and restarting school, and a new career. It never gets easier, technology isever growing, and evolving. The best lesson I can share is to be flexible, be a good listener, and, most importantly, be teachable.

[@YoullNeverMakeItPod]

❤

[@B4s3MXxD]

I'm just a casual hockey fan but Dangle and SDPN has totally reeled me in because it reminds me of chatting with my old friends. We were each smart in our own ways. But I have zero hockey intelligence. So I'd just sit back and listen and be fascinated that we all watched the same game although they seemed to pick out so many more details about it than I could. The older network sport TV version of this had its flow interrupted so often that the conversations tended to end abruptly without consensus. But most of my hockey conversations among friends ended up with some sort of consensus and appreciation for the other party's opinion, which Dangle/SDPN has and which I didn't think I'd appreciate as much as I do. It's so refreshing in 2024, particularly online.

[@derekgreydanus465]

13:40 Steve actually starts

[@FrankD23]

Who cares about that goof

[@lafawnduhhhh]

@@FrankD23 nobody made you click on the video ya dingus

[@Jorts-W-Bush]

@@FrankD23you clicked on the video. Not sure what to tell you

[@beardedboon]

@@FrankD23 looks like you do buddy Have a smartie and relax

[@pgallant]

"we'll do a proper intro" "no we won't!"

[@brandonperkins9335]

I'm really happy that KZbin assumed I'd want to watch this other thing that Steve is apart of. This was hilarious and very informative and I absolutely love the concept of the podcast that you guys do. It's a way of thinking about life that I've always struggled with but wouldn't have been able to put into words myself. So thank you for doing this and keep up the great work! I look forward to hearing the next episode.

[@BruceMcCaughan]

Can't wrong with, and nothing more real than Steve Dangle! I wish you well with the new channel. I am happy to be your "John Tavares" (91st) subscriber....and probably the first from Japan. Keep 'em coming!

[@YoullNeverMakeItPod]

Wow thanks so much Bruce!

[@TheABYotesFan]

Steve is the reason I do what I do. I take a lot of inspiration in his work, and I've been striving to follow in his footsteps as I try to grow my channel, talking about my favorite team. I always had a dream of working within hockey to some extent. Honestly, the dream was to play the sport, but two constantly dislocating shoulders kept that dream from becoming a reality. It wasn't until I really got into watching Steve's videos that I realized there was an avenue for me to share my passion. So, even if we don't cheer for the same team, thank you Steve, so much. I can't wait til November 24th, when our teams clash!

[@Sherwinbass]

It’s crazy for me to think, my favourite KZbinr recorded a podcast in the same room where my band recorded a song just a couple of weeks ago. Love it

[@YoullNeverMakeItPod]

Amazing 🙌🙌

[@JeremyBall4]

@@YoullNeverMakeItPod until you find out he was Steve!. JK! great pod btw! Subbed

[@J-Rock12]

This was a great episode, I really enjoyed the conversation! I came to the episode for Steve but I will end up checking more out from you guys. Thanks for the content!

[@YoullNeverMakeItPod]

Thanks so much!!

[@davidabramyk2999]

As a leaf hater who enjoys your over the top misery post mortem leaf elimination videos. Thank you Steve for some great times. Wish you well keep the videos coming.

[@Jrodsly]

I owe Steve a ton for how he's helped me in my life. He helped me love hockey again after losing that love due to bullying from a group of online fans and he was especially helpful in making my grandfather's final months as comfortable as possible with his advice on how to handle things. His passion for the Leafs and hockey is awe inspiring and he's an incredible person.

[@YoullNeverMakeItPod]

That’s so nice to hear.

[@ennok4231]

Thanks for the great interview - Steve is a fascinating person and I enjoyed hearing more about his journey. The discussion about the overall industry is helpful as well, as a parent of someone who wants to do the same program you guys went through. I'm sending them this link to watch!

[@StuBinks]

love the concept of this show, subscribed!

[@YoullNeverMakeItPod]

Thank you!!!

[@Ecmredsoxslipknot]

Love the concept for this podcast. I've been feeling like I'll never make it, especially lately. This convo made me remember to not give up, so thank you!

[@muser44Xst]

This is great. I feel like every upper primary/ high school student needs to see this so they understand the struggle and accomplishment it takes to be "successful". I see so many kids that just want instant fame and money and think it is all just there for them on a platter.

[@mikehillproject]

What a great conversation guys. Keep it up (you'll make it)

[@YoullNeverMakeItPod]

Thank you Mike!

[@dontrapani7778]

Great interview, it was nice to get the background on Steve's journey in the industry. I realize that age is relative, but you guys really need to stop calling yourselves "old" at this point in your lives. For perspective, I'm 75 and still love the game and enjoy the analyses of younger generations. Also, the Leafs last won the Cup the year I graduated high school. May all of us live to see them raise the cup again. Keep providing us with the great content.

[@belovedmakesmusic]

Thanks for doing this! As someone who didn't make it in TV but made it in Bitcoin I love watching Steve. I love knowing as someone who worked at Sportsnet I am familiar with the anguish. But above all I love Journalism, J school and broadcasting when its done well. We know its not easy.

[@megamuffin92]

I went to Centennial College for film school from 2010-2013. There was no specialist during that time, I learned every position on set and I think that set me up for the most success. I was always a producer on short films, so I learned how to be organized and talk to rental places etc. But I got an internship as an editor at TSN in my last semester which turned into 6 years of employment. While there I was strictly video editing. I think that stunted a lot of my growth. Since leaving, I've moved more into motion graphics, but I'm covering all aspects of production again, from the grip work, to PA, to editing and graphics. Even with all these skills it's still very tough to find work out there that is rewarding, and with the cost of everything and the saturation of content creation it does leave a "well wtf do I do?" in my brain

[@taylorshold7955]

Great video - really enjoyed this one. Those looking to get into the biz could learn a lot from Steve.

[@YoullNeverMakeItPod]

Glad you enjoyed it

[@Nunya-r4k]

The Princess Auto moving blanket used as a tablecloth is perfection.👌

[@shaneconnery676]

Been watching the SDPN for years so hearing Steves history is really interesting. Really shows his focus

[@sidneyrobinson9186]

Steve is the REASON i started my interest and love of the NHL. I stumbled upon him a few years ago.

[@eboyv]

Came for Steve Dangle and was super happy to hear all about The Commoners! Used to love watching your band in Toronto :) Looking forward to see where this Podcast takes you !

[@srgraham9172]

Steve on the next crop “you don’t understand how young you are.” That needs to be a T-shirt. Thanks for the interview Ross and Joe.

[@ThatsBadTV]

It would not be a Steve interview without complaining about commuting

[@YoullNeverMakeItPod]

🤣

[@jamesstemmler7620]

Yeah as a truck driver by trade who drives 11+ hours a day every single day I always laugh when he makes those comments😂

[@danielpetrucci8952]

Toronto has the worst traffic

[@jcizzles8661]

Immediately searched youtube for "Windsor spitfires mac and cheese" and found a video from Dangle with Joseph in the camera credits

[@YoullNeverMakeItPod]

Yes, this is true 😂

[@Fisherbrianyoutube]

Great show. Ross looks like Rick Davies back in the day. 🎼

[@AreJayMC]

subscriber number 98 dudes. Been a huge Dangle fan and a big Joseph fan for a long time, cool to know they've been buds for so long.

[@YoullNeverMakeItPod]

Yes!! Worlds colliding

[@LivingWithSpinaBifida]

Two creators i subscribed to at separate times that i had no idea would cross paths! Joesph and Steve in one video is so unexpected to me! Cool!

[@YoullNeverMakeItPod]

😂 amazing

[@angermanagementstudios]

I’m a Sens fan but I do enjoy the occasional watch of Steve’s channel. He’s a good guy.

[@ottofill7804]

Been following Steve since "the bedroom" seasons. He's been saying what I've been thinking after every game with such precision and wit, of COURSE he's the new Voice of the Fans.

[@Argent3333]

An amazing show, clicked subscribe, thank you Been a follower of Steve for 2 years, this was a revelation

[@brohndelaurier566]

Steve Dangle, the passion that unites us all!

[@simorasanen2116]

17:30 I have always thought that the reason people watch Steve is the same reason people read stories, watch movies, play games and what have you. It's emotion. We are addicted to emotion and feelings. Steve wear his heart in his sleeve and shows a lot of emotion and it's easy to vicariously feel those emotions watching him even if you're not a leaf fan. The same way we feel emotions of the main character of a story we FEEL what Steve is feeling because he is so good at expressing those feelings. It's an empathetic issue.

[@Kbrookesy]

Making your own company is the roundabout way of firing your bosses

[@wontbefragged]

Seems like a good podcast guys, you should look into slicing up your video into topics you can click through though. 13 minutes before Steve gets on camera while using him as your centerpiece of the episode is a great way to not retain viewers! Not that my opinion matters, just a new sub. Good luck!

[@JosephD]

We put in chapters in the description. Doesn't seem to be on the timeline though. Figuring that out. Thanks for sticking with it.

[@wontbefragged]

@@JosephD Hey Joe, I think the issue may be that the first and last time stamps don't start/end with the video. First time stamp should start at 0:00, last time stamp should end at 1:34:25 in this videos case. I had a similar issue and that's what fixed it for me. Cheers buddy

[@beckstar78]

not sports or hockey related, but I was a server for many years and during covid was laid off 4 times. just graduated from nursing school this year at 45 years old and now working at the hospital! (life long dream) thought many times i'd never be anything but a server. long time dangle fan

[@drunkreapermatt]

i love seeing both the passionate hockey man in steve and the pain and suffereing leafs fan in steve dangle... if there is one thing i do miss, the trade trees from him.

[@qualtain01]

I'm that guy, born into an oilers family, and I, for some reason, while living up north, became a flames fan.

[@erikrichards956]

Sorry for your loss.

[@thorn0581]

I first came across Steve during the 07-08, 08-09 seasons. One of my hockey friends on the NHL's now dead fan message board "connect" had recommended that everyone check him out. Even at that starting point you could tell his passion was going to really take off in some way or form.

[@SY80s_]

Everyone has a pod cast now. It's like every guy with a truck and half a shovel think they're contractors.

[@orry.420]

Great job. Look forward to seeing more of you all together

[@KeithMoon13]

My girlfriend misses Dang Its and Hat Picks. She's not even a hockey fan, just a Steve Dangle fan because of me. And yeah, Steve... we like you because you're like us. You manage to capture the fleeting parts of a gut reaction to watching sports and it's relatable content.

[@k38-w4x]

Amazing podcast, hope to see more content like this!

[@YoullNeverMakeItPod]

More to come!

[@stevekee4349]

This is a wonderful podcast. Great job.

[@YoullNeverMakeItPod]

Thank you so much!

[@luctoulouse]

huge fan of the Montreal Canadian and for some reason, I am hooked to Steve. He is great with his two partner in crime: Jesse Blake and Adam Wylde! Let's go!

[@kratorz1]

Glad to say I subscribed before this channel was at 1k!

[@KrzPBkn]

Great episode and insight into Steve's career so far!

[@ZPOLLAK]

Lmao, the moving blanket table top is the best.

[@marcdesousa3031]

Hey Joe! Very cool that you got Steve on the channel. You guys are both inspirational

[@YoullNeverMakeItPod]

Thanks so much!

[@SimonBonisteel]

Fully support Steve trying a stand-up set. I would love to see it.

[@warrenthoms8423]

He does not bs, he craps on the team if they need it and he pumps up the team when they are doing well

[@vaskoobscura_]

Awesome success story. Love to hear this. As a KZbinr from Toronto who loves making content and the Leafs this is an inspiration. :)

[@itsnotcolby]

im a bruins fan. the leafs r our biggest rival over the last 10 years. cant help but love steve tho, he is most hockey fans inner thoughts during games, after loses, during wins, all of it. He makes most fans look "normal" but if any hockey fan tells u they dont do the exact thing that steve does in there head there just lying. He also has an electric overall funny personality that can make even the biggest rivals just laugh and enjoy ur own loses. Him being a leafs fan makes it so much better cuz they havent even played a finals game in his life time

[@photoguyinPEI]

Love the moving blanket table cloth, they are well made and so flexible, I'm getting a red one from the garage for Christmas dinner. 🤣

[@jaerockchalk3216]

great concept subbed , been lookin for a reason to keep going and hopefully this helps

[@YoullNeverMakeItPod]

Thanks for the sub! Hope we can keep you motivated. Lots of bumps and fails for sure, just keep going.

[@belovedmakesmusic]

The one question we should ask Steve is what is the moment in life where he was the most angered and he either was confronted by someone who loved him or he himself realized that being creative was the best way to channel the passion.

[@warrenfromtoronto3927]

Rooting for y’all. Get on that youtube short and tiktok game to get more followers! Subscribed boys

[@DylanSparks99]

Such a great episode with steve. Im not a Leafs fan so i dont always agree with him but hes incredibly entertaining to watch and i love his energy as im the same way about my team.

[@williambooth6701]

Great pod. Subscribed to see your future work.

[@YoullNeverMakeItPod]

Thank you!!!

[@XzciteR]

Love steve referencing the princess diaries.

[@DC-iu8ze]

First time viewer, great episode. Ross @ 37:36 I literally thought I heard Mitch Hedberg(RIP) talking.

[@YoullNeverMakeItPod]

😂😂😂

[@beardedboon]

I love dangle and his LFR’s F sportsnet

[@savvyguy1353]

Can you all put time stamps at bottom of vid for playback so that we can go to the parts we want?? Thx

[@DGL-LDG]

The SDPN and Locked On Senators got me through 2020! Hate the leafs but will always tune in to hear Steve!

[@MrCytree]

When Steve talked about looking up at a burnt lightbulb and realizing it was his job as a boss to change that bulb it reminded me of my little brother. My father started a mechanical contracting business when we were boys; schools, hospitals, apartment buildings...stuff like that. Eventually, he retired and I took over, later my little brother joined me in the office. One day some of the guys called from a job site and told my brother about a problem they were having that they couldn't figure out. My brother turned to me and asked me who we could call for an answer and I had to break it to him. "Us. We are who gets called. There is no one else. We will have to just figure it out." He looked at me slightly alarmed as he realized that all the decisions he had been requesting from the office for the past while had been made by me. "Every time? We have to solve every problem?" I just nodded. Sometimes you just have to figure it out. It becomes a mindset. Not that you know everything, just that you do not automatically look for someone else when a problem arises, before at least taking a shot yourself.

[@albertherz]

Love your work

[@timfredericks8760]

I wish he'd still do those trade tree videos. They were so cool.

[@jordannijjar5414]

Interesting theme for a podcast. (SUBBED)

[@jamiereid7428]

Good sports personalities and coverages don’t just nurture fans, they create them. I’m NOT a leaf’s fan, but I watch a lot of SDPN because I like him and I used to like Steve’s dang it’s/hat picks.

[@carljmills]

I was at that Barrie vs Windsor game and they are so right.. to the point where alot of people in the front rows got hit in the head with the boxes.

[@YoullNeverMakeItPod]

Crazy!! What a time it was.

[@leifopstad2972]

58:34 that offer from SportsNet just makes the Leafs choking to the Habs even worse

[@jordy6636]

This was awesome.

[@JohnMichaelAReid]

Well done!

[@Thisisbailie]

Great audio. What studio is this?

[@rellsta]

I had disdain towards the kids with dunkaroos too

[@lisakaplan2304]

NEVER FORGET, The Beetles didn't tour. That's why they could put out so many albums in a short time.

[@THE_bchat]

They released 7 albums in 4 years before they stopped touring. They released 5 albums in 4 years after they stopped touring.

[@lunohodpashenskiy]

рад видеть, Стив, что ты в хорошой форме, не бросай заниматься, толстяк:)

[@GradeBGaming]

Was curious to hear how they brought him back to stream the hab games but sadly they didn't adress it.

[@williamwitt6212]

Love this - just became subscriber #693

[@charpat89]

Steve saying he doesn't know why people listen... That is why we listen. 🤣

[@FullerSpaghettiLTA]

Steve is my Hero. 🇨🇦🍁💙

[@gibberish5388]

Where is episode 3?

[@YoullNeverMakeItPod]

Coming in 2 days!

[@keithbevins6688]

Poor Steve.... he's a victim of popular culture, professional expectations, and an addiction to get rich before 60 not-so-quick self help videos. The good news is.... Steve is killing those videos. He's managed to break the mold. Now that he's free to infect his Leaf fandom upon the masses without check. How many people will we have to deal with screeching in high pitch notes that just make our skins crawl? Oh it's just Steve..., and friends. *shiver* In all seriousness Steve Dangle has built a budding entertainment network that Sportsnet might have to buy out sooner rather than later. Who owns Sportsnet? Is it Rogers or Bell? If it's Rogers... look out. SDPN might show up and buy you in ten years. There you go Steve. I have more confidence in you than you have in John Tavares.

[@HuskyLeafGaming]

Curious, why did you change the original thumbnail. The original one said something like “they ruined me”, curious as to why you changed it.

[@ianp2716]

I watch Steve Dangle and enjoy the comical nature of his suffering. It's like watching Ace Ventura: When Nature Calls and Ace is dancing with a spear in each leg while the Wahtutu laugh at him. "The chief say he find you funny, so he let you live"😂

[@AlanNadeauIII]

32:43 I believe that's "The Princess Diaries" or something like that. I only know cause my mom watches it. A lot. Usually when it's on TV

[@YoullNeverMakeItPod]

Thanks for the info!!

[@AlanNadeauIII]

@@YoullNeverMakeItPod Np

[@robotba89]

STEVE! SNUGGLE IT!!

[@chancemccoy5744]

these dudes should start a podcast together or something

[@canadianroot]

Yeah, and if all goes well, they can put nice looking mugs on the table instead of cheap tiny paper cups.

[@thomasheap1575]

never thought id see a dangle and joseph crossover lmao

[@YoullNeverMakeItPod]

Here we are 🥹

[@belovedmakesmusic]

Holy Shit best analyst perspective. The gains don't go up in a straight line. That was Bitcoin for me. Peaks and valleys. You make it because you have a solid foundation. With family and experience and those things are a privilege no doubt.