Sports Chat: Plex
- Mike Gosselin | August 11, 2014
Doug Bedard, aka Plex, is an award-winning hip hop artist who was in Regina to perform at the closing ceremonies for the North American Indigenous Games (NAIG). Eagle Feather News recently caught up with the Edmonton born and raised rapper at his home in Toronto...
Goz: First off, what is Plex up to these days?
Plex: I've really just been focusing on being a good father. I do find time to be creative, usually when the kids are asleep. I have about 10 songs demo'd to basically become my next album. Just need to re-record all my vocals and add some guitar. I always have a ton of yard work to keep up with. But I did recently get a lawn tractor and it really changed my lawn mowing game.
Goz: You recently performed at the North American Indigenous Games in Regina -- how was it?
Plex: I had an amazing time in Regina. The weather was great while we were there and I also got the chance to perform with my old rap group, Won 18. Everything started with Won 18 for me and considering how we didn't get a chance to rehearse, we were able to perform seamlessly. I'm grateful to have been given the opportunity. The crowd and all those athletes...the whole thing was amazing.
Goz: Considering what is was like when you were a kid, how far has Aboriginal sport come?
Plex: I played community league, junior high and high school basketball and volleyball. I definitely don't remember the Indigenous Games existing until after I had stopped playing. So I guess....it's better? Hahahaha!!
Goz: There are a lot of Indians in jails these days. Been that way too long. With that in mind, how important are sports for youth?
Plex: Basketball kept me out of trouble. In my early to mid teens, I woke up at 8 a.m. during the summer and played right until the sun went down. Most of my friends also did the same...
Goz: If you were a sports legend, what game would you dominate? Why?
Plex: I guess basketball was my choice growing up, but if I could skate better, it would probably be hockey.
Goz: If your son was playing hockey and at around age 16 told you he was wanted to make the NHL as a fighter, what would you say?
Plex: Hmmm. I really can't imagine my son would say something of that nature. He's a lot like his mom (Jennifer Podemski).
Goz: Favorite sports movie of all time?
Plex: Kingpin.
Goz: Favorite Aboriginal athlete? Why?
Plex: Well, I know Waneek Horn-Miller (a former member of Canada's water polo team) and she's just so nice and such great company, I'd feel like an ass to say anyone but her.
Goz: What would your WWE name be? What about your signature move?
Plex: My name would be Perfect Plex and my signature move would be the 'Curt Hennig.'
Goz: What sports icon would you most want to rap with? Why?
Plex: To be honest, I don't want to rap with any icons. I barely want to rap with any other rappers.
Goz: What's it like being a go-to role model for events such as NAIG?
Plex: I have a really good time connecting with youth of all ages. I'm grateful that anyone would ever consider me to be a part of any event like this. The last decade has been so amazing for me and I'd love to continue to make music and scout out talent to work with.