Best Deep in the Heart of Hockey Podcasts (2025)

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Finding the Edge: Leafs’ Strengths, Weaknesses, and What's Next 44:15

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As the regular season unfolds, the Toronto Maple Leafs are showing flashes of promise but also leaving some questions unanswered. In this episode, we dive into a detailed analysis of their early performance — highlighting the team’s strengths, evaluating player contributions, and identifying areas ripe for improvement. We also explore realistic ros…

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Bre & Richie on Midwest Legends and a Milwaukee Uncut Q&A 45:23

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Richie asked Bre out where? Do they get sick of going to tailgates? What’s in store for Milwaukee Uncut in 26’? Just a few of the questions answered on this episode. First Richie and Bre take some questions and next is a segment from Rusell Nicolet’s new podcast Midwest Legends from when Bre and Richie were on last week. Topics covered: Should Bre …

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5 Questions: From Abilene to Wrigley: A Fan’s Return to Baseball and the Heart of a Community 24:19

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Send us a text We trace Terry’s path from Little League dust to a summer wood-bat revival, and how a small-town team brought a community back together. Along the way, we swap heartbreaks, hat collections, marathon games, and a father–son golf memory that sticks forever. • Abilene roots and early baseball influence • High school dynasty lessons and …

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Inside “No Packers. No Life.” - A New Doc About the Japanese Packers Cheering Team’s Journey to Title Town 39:51

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If you’re a Packer Fan and curious what it’s like to host 20+ rabid Japanese Packer fans in Green Bay, WI this is a great one for you. I’m joined by the creators of the “No Packers. No Life” Documentary: Entrepreneur Ty Morse and YouTube sensation Craig Benzine. We discuss: How Ty discovered Packer fans in Japan Hosting the Japanese Packers Cheerin…

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Leafs Launch: 2025 Season Preview & Offseason Impact 53:31

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Get ready for puck drop as Leafs Launch breaks down the Toronto Maple Leafs’ most pivotal offseason in years. From front office shakeups and fresh coaching strategies to bold roster moves, this episode looks at how every change will shape the team's pursuit of playoff success. Hear analysis on key additions, surprise departures, and what Maple Leaf…

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5 Questions: A beer from Mickey Mantle, a Bernie walk-off, and a lifetime of ballpark pilgrimages 37:41

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Send us a text A Yankee fan’s journey turns into a lifelong map of ballparks, national parks, and chance encounters—from caddying for Mickey Mantle to celebrating a Bernie Williams walk-off. We explore how rituals, travel, and minor league magic make the game bigger than rivalries. • falling for baseball through cards, box scores and family lore • …

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Dating in Milwaukee: Hard to believe call-ins, favorite date spots & the Red Rock Dating Show is Back. Presented by Kesslers Diamonds! 1:03:00

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A caller who met someone on Reddit has a story that will blow your mind. An intriguing update from Daniel Slade who found love at a Great Clips Convention Red Rock stories and more! PS: The Red Rock Dating show “Love on the Rocks” is back on October 16th - sign up here: https://posh.vip/e/love-on-the-rocks-3 We’re joined by Quincy, Caden and Gracie…

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5 Questions: When Time Slows Down: Baseball as Life's Escape 35:17

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Send us a text Patrick Larson joins Five Questions to celebrate division championships for both the Guardians and Blue Jays while exploring his deep connection to baseball. The conversation weaves through baseball memories, traditions, and philosophical insights about how the sport mirrors life itself. • Falling in love with baseball through Atlant…

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Crazy Story Behind Oktoberfest in MKE, Top German Restaurants, Fish Frys and more! 1:06:44

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If you love some good Milwaukee history, beer, festivals, fish frys and… dive bars we’ve got a great one for you! Joined by Michael Sampson of Swarmm Events and Julian Kegel of Kegel’s Inn who have spearheaded the efforts to bring Milwaukee Oktoberfest to the Summerfest grounds for the first fulfilling Henry Maier’s prophecy from over 60 years ago …

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Interview with Bryan Berard: Leafs Legacy, NHL Comeback & Building Tomorrow’s Hockey Stars 23:49

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Join us for an inspiring conversation with Bryan Berard, former Toronto Maple Leafs defenseman and NHL’s first overall pick in 1995. Bryan shares his journey from being acquired by the Leafs and making an immediate impact, through the life-altering eye injury that tested his resilience, to navigating the challenges of free agency and carving out a …

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5 Questions: Family Diamonds: A Father, Daughter, and Wife Talk Baseball 28:53

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Send us a text This week, I am joined by my family as they tackle 5 questions. From sharing a rainbow blanket to the time Ed almost go arrested for defending his wife. Support the show Make sure to follow the Dad Hat Chronicles: https://linktr.ee/TheDadHatChroniclesBy Ed Rivera

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Gary Witt & JR Lockwood: Incredible Stories behind the PABST Theater Group and Green Monké one of the fastest growing infused sodas in the country 53:50

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Interested in incredible business stories? How bout' the Milwaukee music scene? We've got you covered. Gary Witt who took the PABST Theater Group from one theater that was losing (a lot of) money back in 2002 to a group of 6 venues that now does over 800 shows a year in the Milwaukee area. JR Lockwood through a lot of trial & error and hustle has t…

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5 Questions: From Wichita Fury to Baseball Influencer 41:28

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Send us a text Eric Proffitt reveals his hidden past as a summer collegiate baseball player for the Wichita Fury, a surprise revelation despite years of friendship with the host. His baseball journey spans from childhood to podcasting, with unique experiences like playing and working at historic Lawrence Dumont Stadium. • Co-hosts the Earn Fun Aver…

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Milwaukee Fall Guide: Festivals, Road Trips, New Openings & Events w/ Claire from VISIT Milwaukee 30:19

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Looking for some awesome things to do in and around Milwaukee this fall? We've got you covered. Richie sits down with Claire from VISIT Milwaukee to cover: Festivals Wine & Harvest Fest - Cedarburg, Sep 20-21 Oktoberfests MKE at Summerfest Grounds for the first time Germantown, Sept 27-28 Cedarburg, Oct 4-5 Bavarian Brew House Burlington, Oct 4 Lak…

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5 Questions: Jinxes, Road Trips, and Japanese Baseball 42:19

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Send us a text Paul Caputo shares his baseball journey from Little League to international stadiums, exploring how the sport connects generations and creates lifelong friendships. Through personal stories and reflections, he reveals why baseball remains America's most beautiful game. • Baseball as a family legacy spanning three generations • Lying …

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DJ BG Good: From Day Job to National Tour 31:17

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You may know him from his viral pop ups over the summer or some of his recent events and shows that have drawn thousands of people but that wasn’t always the case for Bryan Gorelik - now known as DJ BG Good. We cover: Graduating UWM, working a day job then telling his Russian parents he was quitting to go full time as a DJ Viral Pop up at the Milwa…

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There it is w/ 414Big Frank, Tommy Violet, Sunny Lou... and some Dating in Milwaukee call ins 58:47

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They’ve racked up millions of views in the last month on the TikTok smash hit “There It Is” -- but who are the men behind the lyrics, the beat and the dance? We got to sit down with Milwaukee Hip Hop Artist 414 Big Frank, Tommy Violet and Sunny Lou and covered: 414 Big Frank’s long road from growing up on the North Side of Milwaukee to break out hi…

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Violent Femmes’ John Sparrow: From Growing Up in Milwaukee to Touring the World 43:13

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From playing in local Milwaukee bars to playing on stages in front of tens of thousands of people all over the world, John Sparrow’s story is incredible. PS: The Femmes will be back in Milwaukee at the PABST Riverside and just added a new show on October 19th (the October 18 show sold out)–you can get tickets here: https://www.pabsttheatergroup.com…

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Colin Blackwell: NHL Player Enjoying an MKE Offseason and Untold Hockey Stories from Harvard, the Admirals and the NHL 1:05:07

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The NHL standout & Boston Native is back in Milwaukee for the offseason and dropped by to give his incredible backstory, some hilarious hockey stories, and why he loves living in the 414. Topics discussed: Weirdest fan interaction High school with Pat Connaughton and Joe Going to Havard Coming back from concussions and trying to play pro hockey Mak…

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The Rise of Stallis w/ Lori Fredrich, Dana Spandet, Thi Chao and Carly Weber 39:03

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The city neighboring Milwaukee has not always had the best reputation but has undergone a massive transformation over the last decade and there is no question that “Stallis” is and has been on the rise. How has this transformation taken place and what does the future of the city look like? On this episode we got to sit down with: Lori Fredrich: Awa…

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Wave Chapelle: MKE Artist’s’ Untold Stories with Drake & Lil Wayne, Milwaukee Music Scene and More! 54:03

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What’s it like when you get pulled out of a college class because Drake wants to meet with you? Wave Chapelle got discovered shortly after moving to Memphis for college and his life went Zero to 100.. Real quick… after signing with Yo Gotti. In this highly entertaining episode we discuss: Getting his first big break Growing up in MKE Stories with L…

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Best Hike & Brewery Trips in WI w/ Midwest Hikes and Hops 31:38

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If you enjoy the outdoors, hiking and trying new breweries this episode is for you! We got to sit down (and have a beer with) Andrea and Derek Schwab, the couple behind the popular Instagram account Midwest Hikes and Hops who filled us in on all the must try hikes and breweries around the state (and some outside) including hidden gems we’d never he…

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5 Questions : A Generational Love Story 42:31

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Send us a text Kelly Robinson shares his deep connection to baseball as a family tradition dating back to 1900 when the White Sox began, revealing how the sport has shaped his identity, relationships, and most meaningful life moments. • First baseball memory at age three at Comiskey Park seeing Harry Carey sing • White Sox family tradition spans mu…

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Chef Adam's $15k Win, NM Annual Mtg & Music in Milwaukee 51:00

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We catch up with Chef Adam Pawlak following his big Cutthroat Kitchen win, sit down with Jersey Frank Di Meglio to talk about Northwestern Mutual’s Annual Meeting and his updated top four pizza spots in Milwaukee, and chat with Allen Halas for recaps on Summerfest and Harley Fest—plus a spotlight on female Milwaukee artists to watch and more. Chef …

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The Kudzu Effect: How Grassroots Baseball is Taking Over North Carolina PT2. 38:32

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Send us a text The grassroots Sandlot baseball movement has exploded across North Carolina, creating a vibrant community with custom jerseys, creative team names, and cross-country connections. Mike from the Carolina Kudzu shares how these adult recreational teams have created authentic baseball experiences complete with DJs spinning records during…

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Dating in Milwaukee: Call-Ins you won’t believe & other CRAZY stories… 1:17:04

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A date at Melting Pot Brookfield gone wrong, a caller with her ex’s name tattooed on her back and much much more on this month’s dating in Milwaukee ep. Marley’s dating glow-up: meeting her new guy at the NFL Draft and surviving Appleton fishing trips Deja’s unexpected cruise romance and plans to show Milwaukee off Relationship advice from Karen in…

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The Kudzu Effect: How Grassroots Baseball is Taking Over North Carolina PT1. 37:38

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Send us a text Sandlot baseball is experiencing explosive growth across North Carolina with a collective of nine teams creating a welcoming environment for players of all skill levels. Mike Ghilardi, a team captain for the Carolina Kudzu, shares how this accessible, pressure-free approach to baseball focuses on community and joy rather than competi…

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Mr New York: Untold Stories from Legendary Milwaukee DJ 46:12

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He started throwing parties in his teens (one led to an evening in a police car), never went to college, has headlined Summerfest and has been spinning records in Milwaukee and for celebrities around the country for more than a decade (even though he’s not that old compared to Richie). In this episode we sit down with Mr New York and cover the foll…

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Taylor Amann: American Ninja Warrior BTS & Must-Try Places in MKE 38:49

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Taylor Amann, Milwaukee native and all-around badass, just made it to the American Ninja Warrior semi-finals — but what’s it actually like to run a ninja course at 6:30 AM with zero practice and a million bucks on the line? We get the full behind-the-scenes scoop (spoiler: lots of hanging, barely any sleep), plus her wedding plans (it’s next week!)…

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5 Questions: Bats, Ballparks, and Biscuit Launchers, A Fan's Tale 31:10

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Send us a text We launch a new series asking baseball fans five questions about their relationship with the game, featuring our first guest Virgil Brooks who shares his unique journey from casual observer to dedicated minor league enthusiast. • Virgil's love for baseball began with a post-graduation 10-day MLB road trip visiting seven ballparks • T…

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5 Questions: From Little League to Lifelong Love, A Baseball Journey 32:53

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Send us a text Baseball has been a lifelong love for Donnie Wise and shaped how he views the world, from the field to everyday life. • Started playing baseball at age 5 and it became "the one constant" through childhood, high school, and adulthood • Baseball teaches valuable life skills like patience, reading people, and strategic thinking • The sp…

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MKE Women Breaking Through in Sports Media: Sydney Gille, Grace Scalzo, Kimberly Bates 1:02:32

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Today we take you behind the scenes of working in sports media with three amazing women who have achieved success working respectively for the Bucks, Marquette, Packers, Admirals, Brewers and the NBA -- yes we have all the major teams in WI covered in this ep! Topics Covered: Backstories Biggest star struck moment Biggest slip up working in sports …

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The No-Gatekeep Guide to Creating Better Sports Content PT 2 34:44

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Send us a text We dive deep into our favorite social media platforms and strategies for creating engaging content around sports and stadium experiences. • Instagram tops our lists for sharing visual content, with YouTube and Twitter/Meta platforms following close behind • Managing team bias professionally while creating content at rival team venues…

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From the South to Milwaukee: Blake Eason, bonus ep - live from the Drink Wisconsinbly Pub 19:42

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What's it like moving from Atlanta to Nashville to Milwaukee? Blake Eason officially moved here last November (what great timing) and is ready for his first summer in Milwaukee. On this episode we go over: How he ended up here South vs Midwest The people here Favorite places in Milwaukee (and Wisconsin) NFL Draft experience **Excuse the audio since…

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Your Guide for Live Music in MKE This Summer w/ Allen Halas 31:21

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Milwaukee is STACKED with live music this summer — and a ton of it is free. Allen Halas (OnMilwaukee, Breaking & Entering, 102.1) joins us to break down the can’t-miss festivals, underrated block parties, and weekly concert series happening all over the city. He’s been to more Milwaukee music events than anyone we know, and he’s here to help you pl…

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End of an Era: Maple Leafs’ Playoff Collapse and the Offseason Crossroads 1:25:52

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The Toronto Maple Leafs’ season ends in familiar fashion—a heartbreaking Game 7 loss, this time in humiliating fashion to the Florida Panthers, marking the latest chapter in their long playoff struggles. With the “Core Four” era potentially over, team President Brendan Shanahan out the door, and star forward Mitch Marner likely to test free agency,…

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Crash Dummies: From 0 to 2.5M followers, Where to meet women in MKE, Craziest Call Ins, Men's Bathroom Etiquette, Biggest Pet Peeves & Cinco De Drinko with SIMGOD 1:20:33

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Get ready to laugh as the hosts of one of the most entertaining and fastest growing podcasts in the US, Crash Dummies' Pat Johnson and Mike Esiobu join Richie for this episode of Milwaukee Uncut. Topics Covered: Backstory of going from 0 to 2.5M followers and hundreds of thousands of listeners/month Craziest call ins Coolest moments Biggest Pet Pee…

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The No-Gatekeep Guide to Creating Better Sports Content PT 1 40:56

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Send us a text Ed and Val dive into the essential gear and software that powers their content creation, sharing an unfiltered look at exactly what they use to capture those perfect ballpark moments. • The "non-negotiable" gear they always bring to stadiums: fully charged phones, backup batteries, lights, and mini mics • How to sneak equipment into …

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