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On the other side of the microphone with … Georges Laraque
- Updated: August 15, 2016
When hockey players decide to hang up their skates, their desire to stay connected to the sport they played and were so very passionate about since childhood, is still as strong as ever before. Some end up working directly with their respective teams, while some decide to work on the other side of the microphone as TV or radio analysts. Many Habs alums now cover the Canadiens in one way or another, and we caught up with a few of them to learn more about their transition to the media. This week we have the host of 91.9 Sport, Georges Laraque.
What motivated you to make the transition into the media world? Was it you or the network that made the first move?
GEORGES LARAQUE: I first started doing radio in Edmonton back when I was still playing with the Oilers. In the beginning I had one music radio show and another one where I talked to couples about their relationships, which was called ‘Summer Loving.’ After I was released by the Canadiens a few years ago, TVA Sports offered me the opportunity to join them for their debut season. They were interested in me because of my experience on the radio and since I had also participated in some documentary features. After two years at TVA Sports, I left the television world and started concentrating on radio here at 91.9 Sport. I’ve always had a passion for radio because I am not afraid to speak my mind. I’m a flamboyant guy who loves to entertain people. It is one thing to be able to talk, but you also have to keep your audience entertained.
What was your perception of hockey journalists when you played? Has it changed now that you’re on the other side?
GL: When I was a player, I understood that engaging with the journalists would help open doors if you eventually wanted to work in media on day. The more you make yourself available to the media, the more they will engage with you. As the saying goes; speak evil, speak nice, but talk. (?) I live by that notion. If you want to one day work in the …
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