Best Young Dedicated Proper Podcasts (2025)

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The Ride to The Rink - How to Compete AND Support: Ian Shane on Why Great Goaltenders Think About Others First 8:59

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2h ago8:59

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🚨 What’s the most underrated skill in hockey? It’s not speed. It’s not saves. It’s not even scoring goals. According to pro goalie Ian Shane (Cornell standout, now playing at the pro level), the real game-changer is being a great teammate. In this week’s episode of The Ride to the Rink, Lee, Mike, and Christie sit down with Ian to explore what make…

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All Caps All Her: How Jessie Thompson is Growing Women’s Hockey with the Washington Capitals 42:41

2d ago42:41

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By Our Kids Play Hockey

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Our Kids Play Goalie - ECAC Goalie of the Year, Ian Shane on Mindset, Adversity, And Doing Your Best 1:08:57

5d ago1:08:57

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🔥 From backyard rinks in California to shutting the door at Cornell, Ian Shane’s journey is anything but ordinary. On this week’s episode of Our Kids Play Goalie, Lee, Christie, and Mike sit down with the ECAC Goaltender of the Year and Cornell standout to talk about his path, his mindset, and what it really takes to thrive in the crease. ✅ Growing…

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The Ride to The Rink: Eat Like a Pro, Play Like a Pro with Enduraphin Co-Founders 7:24

7d ago7:24

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🥑🏒 What if your pre-game snack was the difference between skating strong or running out of gas halfway through the game? In this week’s episode of The Ride to the Rink, we’re tackling something every young player can control — what they eat. We sat down with nutrition experts who work with pro athletes and Division I players to break down how the r…

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The Ride To The Rink - Be the Teammate Everyone Remembers: Lessons from Taylor Heise & Hayley Scamurra 10:02

9d ago10:02

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What makes a truly great teammate? It’s not just about scoring goals or making big plays—it’s about how you treat the people around you. In this episode of The Ride to the Rink, PWHL stars Taylor Heise and Hayley Scamurra share powerful stories about what it means to be the kind of teammate that others never forget. From offering encouragement and …

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The Power of Proper Fueling in Youth Hockey with Enduraphin Founders Danny Drake & Mike Dalberth 52:03

12d ago52:03

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🏒 Are you fueling your young hockey star for success or setting them up for a nutritional penalty? In this game-changing episode of Our Kids Play Hockey, Lee, Mike, and Christy team up with nutrition powerhouses Danny Drake and Mike Dalberth from Enduraphin to crack the code on youth hockey nutrition. From pre-game meals to post-game recovery, we'r…

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The Ride To The Rink - More Than a Hockey Player: Taylor Heise & Hayley Scamurra on Identity and Balance 10:19

15d ago10:19

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It’s easy to get caught up in hockey and start thinking the sport defines who you are. But in this episode of The Ride to the Rink, two PWHL stars—Taylor Heise and Hayley Scamurra—share why you’re always more than just a hockey player. They open up about the roles and hobbies that keep them grounded: being sisters, daughters, and aunts… baking, puz…

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PWHL Star Taylor Heise on Resilience, Olympic Dreams & The Future of Women’s Hockey 28:21

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How do you balance Olympic dreams, pro hockey pressure, and still find joy in the game? 🏆🇺🇸 In Part 2 of our conversation, Taylor Heise shares the habits, mindset, and lessons that fuel her success as a two-time Walter Cup champion and Playoff MVP. From being cut by Team USA to leading the PWHL’s next generation, Taylor opens up about resilience, c…

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EP454: How to Properly Measure Political Violence 30:13

17d ago30:13

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Measuring political violence by the VICTIM doesn’t work. We should measure it by the PERPETRATOR’S motives. I’ll provide a lot of detail on that history.

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PWHL Star Taylor Heise on Leadership, Legacy & Giving Back 31:19

20d ago31:19

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Ready to discover how champions are made—even when the path isn’t perfect? 🏒🔥 Taylor Heise, PWHL star and Team USA forward, joins Our Kids Play Hockey to share her incredible origin story—from picking up hockey at age 8 in a small Minnesota town to becoming the first-ever #1 overall pick in the PWHL draft. Her journey proves you don’t need AAA team…

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The Ride to The Rink: Unlocking Creativity on Ice with Christian Grunnah 9:02

21d ago9:02

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Ready to unlock your hockey potential? 🏒✨ "Ride to the Rink" serves up a game-changing episode on creativity in skating and hockey. Guest Christian Grunnah from Grow Up Power Skating drops wisdom bombs that'll revolutionize your approach to the ice. Ever wondered how off-ice activities could level up your game? Or why mastering your edges might be …

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The Ride To The Rink - Embracing Discomfort with Blake Bolden - Lessons from a Multifaceted Hockey Pro. 11:08

24d ago11:08

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Ready to unlock the secrets of hockey success? 🏒✨ Blake Bolden, a trailblazer in women's hockey, shares her journey from Division 1 college player to NHL scout in this inspiring episode of "Ride to the Rink." Joined by host Lee MJ Elias and co-host Hayley Scamurra, Blake offers game-changing advice for young players looking to level up their mental…

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Power Skating Expert Christian Grunnah on Breaking Bad Habits Transforming Your Skating Game 1:04:43

27d ago1:04:43

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🎙️ Is Your Child's Skating Holding Them Back on the Ice? 🏒 In this game-changing episode of Our Kids Play Hockey, power skating expert Christian Grunnah joins Lee and Christie to unlock the secrets of elite skating skills. From when to start training to debunking myths about NHL superstars, Christian shares invaluable insights that will transform h…

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The Ride To The Rink: Mastering the Hockey-Life Balance as a Young Player 9:35

29d ago9:35

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Ready to level up your hockey game—and your life? 🏒💪 "Ride to the Rink" drops some serious wisdom bombs for young players looking to crush it on and off the ice. Hosts Lee MJ Elias and Mike Bonelli serve up a power play of tips on creating killer routines and managing time like a pro. Want to impress your parents and coaches? It's all about taking …

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Breaking Barriers, Building Belonging: Blake Bolden's Mission to Grow the Game of Hockey 53:04

1M ago53:04

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🏒 What does it take to break barriers and grow the game of hockey for everyone? In this inspiring episode of Our Girls Play Hockey, trailblazer Blake Bolden joins Lee and Hayley to share her incredible journey from player to scout to ambassador. From her early days with the Cleveland Lumberjacks to her groundbreaking role with the LA Kings, Blake o…

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EP453: For Real, I’m Going to Answer Pageant Questions | What Might We Regret is Happening Now? 36:18

1M ago36:18

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I’ll explore what actions happening now might be regrettable later. After that, I’ll answer the 11 questions asked of Miss America contestants from this weekend’s pageant.

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Balancing Hockey And Being A Student Athlete 52:30

1M ago52:30

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Can your child be a star on the ice and in the classroom? 🏒📚 In this game-changing episode of Our Kids Play Hockey, hosts Lee MJ Elias and Mike Bonelli tackle the ultimate challenge faced by young hockey players and their parents: balancing academic excellence with athletic ambition. From managing packed schedules to acing exams while dominating on…

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The Ride to The Rink: Bringing Your B Game Every Night with Bobby Robins 9:47

1M ago9:47

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Ready to unlock the secret to consistent performance in hockey? 🏒💪 Former pro player Bobby Robins shares game-changing advice from NHL coach Bruce Cassidy on "Ride to the Rink" with host Lee MJ Elias. Whether you're a young player chasing your dreams or a parent supporting from the sidelines, this episode is packed with wisdom to elevate your game—…

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Post-Mil Project with Cody Fields 39:51

1M ago39:51

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This is my latest discussion with the formidable Cody Fields, wherein he introduces an interesting thought on Horsheshoe Theory and I give some commentary on ambition.

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The Ride To The Rink - Breaking Down PWHLer and Olympian, Hayley Scamurra's Youth Hockey Journey 12:35

1M ago12:35

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Are you ready to unlock the secrets of a pro hockey player's journey? 🏒✨ Hayley Scamurra, Olympian and PWHL star, takes us on a wild ride through her youth hockey days in this eye-opening episode of "The Ride to the Rink." From midnight practices to fast food pit stops, Hayley's story is a rollercoaster of dedication, exhaustion, and valuable lesso…

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Starting the Season Strong: Setting Your Hockey Family Up for Success 47:55

1M ago47:55

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🏒 Are you ready to dominate the ice this season? In this game-changing episode of Our Kids Play Hockey, hosts Lee MJ Elias and Mike Bonelli reveal the secrets to starting the hockey season with unstoppable momentum. From mindset hacks to practical preparation tips, they're serving up a power play of knowledge that'll have your young athlete crushin…

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The Ride to The Rink - 5 Things a Day: Bobby Robins’ Formula for Hockey and Life Success 13:59

1M ago13:59

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Ready to level up your hockey game? 🏒 Former NHL player Bobby Robins shares his playbook for success on and off the ice in this game-changing episode of "Ride to the Rink"! Ever wonder what it really takes to make it to the big leagues? Bobby breaks down the hockey journey from pee-wee to pro, serving up a heaping dose of motivation along the way. …

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Our Girls Play Hockey - A Day in The Life of PWHLer and Olympian, Hayley Scamurra 50:40

2M ago50:40

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🏒 What does it take to balance Olympic dreams with professional hockey stardom? In this captivating episode of Our Girls Play Hockey, Olympian and PWHL star Hayley Scamurra joins host Lee MJ Elias to unveil the thrilling—and demanding—world of elite women's hockey. From grueling Team USA camps to the excitement of professional free agency, Hayley o…

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They Were Ready To Quit Hockey...Until This Changed Everything! 40:12

2M ago40:12

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Is your child's love for hockey fading? 🏒💔 In this eye-opening episode of Our Kids Play Hockey, Lee, Christie, and Mike tackle the crucial issue of burnout in youth hockey. Through a heartwarming listener story and expert insights, they explore how to reignite the passion for the game and create a balanced, enjoyable sports experience for young ath…

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The Ultimate Team Bond: 20 Years of Lessons Packed into One Course 7:01

2M ago7:01

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Every great hockey season starts with one thing: team chemistry. But how do you actually build it? After two decades of leading team-building sessions for coaches, athletes, and organizations worldwide, Lee has distilled his best strategies, drills, and real-world lessons—both the wins and the hard-learned mistakes—into The Ultimate Team Building C…

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Our Top-5 Guests Championing Girls in Youth Hockey & How They’re Shaping the Game’s Future 21:12

2M ago21:12

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🏒 What does it take to become a champion in women's hockey? In this milestone 400th episode of Our Kids Play Hockey, we're celebrating the best of our "Girls Play Hockey" series with Olympic gold medalist and PWHL star Hayley Scamurra joining as our new co-host! Join Lee, Mike, and Hayley as they dive into game-changing conversations with some of t…

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EP452: Securing the Kingdom is Much More Simple (not easier) Than You Might Think 30:56

2M ago30:56

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3 Bible thoughts today.

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Our Top-5 Episodes w/ Expert Voices & What They Taught Us About the Bigger Picture In Youth Hockey 12:27

2M ago12:27

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🏒 What does it take to raise a champion on and off the ice? In this milestone 400th episode of Our Kids Play Hockey, host Lee Elias takes us on an exhilarating journey through the best non-NHL guest insights that have shaped the world of youth hockey. From ESPN legends to Olympic gold medalists, this episode is a treasure trove of wisdom for parent…

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Our Top-5 Episodes For Youth Hockey Goalies & What They Uncover About Pressure & Performance 11:48

2M ago11:48

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🎙️ What's the secret to becoming a world-class hockey goalie? 🏒 As part of our celebration for 400 episodes of Our Kids Play Hockey, host Lee MJ Elias brings you a power-packed celebration of goaltending excellence! We've gathered wisdom from Olympic champions, NHL stars, and elite coaches to give you the ultimate guide to mastering the crease. 🔥 H…

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EP451: The Data on Young People is Devastating | A Ton More 36:35

2M ago36:35

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There’s a ton on this week’s episode, including listener submissions, some tariff talk and a ton more.

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Our Top-5 Episodes For Youth Hockey Parents & What They Reveal About Support That Actually Helps 12:32

2M ago12:32

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Are you ready to unlock the secrets of successful hockey parenting? 🏒 As part of our celebration for 400 episodes of Our Kids Play Hockey, host Lee MJ Elias serves up a power play of wisdom from five top episodes for parents. From tryout truths to screen time struggles, we're breaking down the boards on what every hockey parent needs to know. 🔥 Hig…

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Our Top-5 episodes for Youth Hockey Coaches & What They Teach About Leadership & Team Culture 13:26

2M ago13:26

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🏒 What's the secret sauce behind 400 episodes of hockey coaching wisdom? As part of our celebration for 400 episodes of Our Kids Play Hockey, we're serving up a power play of insights from our top five coaching conversations! Join host Lee MJ Elias as he skates through game-changing advice that'll transform your coaching strategy—both on and off th…

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EP450: Some Gerrymandering History | Response to “Man-Keeping” | Much More 33:22

2M ago33:22

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On this episode: TEXAS REDISTRICTING Before you decide if the breakout over Texas’s redistricting plan is worth the furor, let me provide some history, context, and important facts that you probably don’t know. NYT CRITICIZED CATHOLICS OVER SOCIAL MEDIA INFLUENCERS I have some quick thoughts on the role of using social media for Christian influence…

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Our Top-5 Episodes for Youth Hockey Players & What They Say About Mindset, Motivation and Growth 12:13

2M ago12:13

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🏒 Ready to unlock the secrets of hockey success from NCAA to the pros? As part of our celebration for 400 episodes of Our Kids Play Hockey, host Lee MJ Elias serves up a power play of wisdom from five favorite player-focused episodes. From conquering pre-game jitters to impressing coaches, this highlight reel is packed with game-changing advice for…

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Our Top-5 NHL Guest Episodes & What They’ve Taught Us About Youth Hockey Development 14:04

2M ago14:04

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🏒 What can 400 episodes of hockey wisdom teach us about life, leadership, and the game we love? In this milestone 400th episode of Our Kids Play Hockey, host Lee MJ Elias takes us on an exhilarating journey through the best moments and insights from NHL legends. From Hall of Famers to coaches and current GMs, this episode is a treasure trove of hoc…

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EP499: A Baptist Professor’s Conversion to Anglicanism is More Interesting Than You Would Expect 40:06

2M ago40:06

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Recently a professor at a Southern Baptist seminary converted to Anglicanism. When you examine it, his story challenges us to ask and answer several questions for ourselves.

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Do Early Hockey Stars Stay Ahead? 41:19

3M ago41:19

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🏒 Is your young hockey star destined for greatness, or are they just an early bloomer? In this eye-opening episode of Our Kids Play Hockey, hosts Lee MJ Elias, Christie Casciano Burns, and Mike Bonelli tackle the complex world of youth hockey development. From extra ice time advantages to the emergence of late bloomers, they explore the factors tha…

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The Ride to The Rink - Late Bloomers and Early Stars - Different Paths to Hockey Success 12:09

3M ago12:09

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🏒 Are you a young hockey star or struggling to find your place on the ice? This episode of "Ride to the Rink" is your game-changer! Lee MJ Elias and Mike Bonelli serve up a power play of wisdom for players at every level. From goal-scoring phenoms to those still finding their stride, there's something here for everyone. But here's the kicker — tale…

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EP448: Learning from the Coldplay “Couple” | A Christian Figure to Follow 34:03

3M ago34:03

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On this episode: ADULTEROUS COLDPLAY COUPLE We all saw that couple. I have criticism for them, of course, but this also serves as a reminder for us to beware of secret sins. DR. JOHN MACARTHUR’S PASSING I have several thoughts emanating from the pastor’s recent passing.

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Behind A Savage Shift: The NHL Lessons Bobby Robins Is Sending to Hockey Parents 33:54

3M ago33:54

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🏒 What if you could get NHL-level advice delivered straight to your inbox? In this game-changing episode of Our Kids Play Hockey, host Lee MJ Elias teams up with former NHL player Bobby Robins to unveil a revolutionary email newsletter series designed to transform your hockey journey. From the locker room to the living room, this dynamic duo shares…

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The Ride to The Rink - Comfort Over Cost: Building Confidence with the Right Equipment 7:54

3M ago7:54

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🏒 Ready to gear up for hockey season without breaking the bank? "Ride to the Rink" hosts Lee MJ Elias and Mike Bonelli tackle the age-old question: Does expensive equipment make a better player? Spoiler alert: It doesn't! This episode is packed with practical advice for young players and parents navigating the world of hockey gear. From timing your…

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A Complete Guide to the 5 Levels of USA Hockey Coaching Education Program (CEP) 44:05

3M ago44:05

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🏒 Ever wondered what it takes to become a top-notch youth hockey coach? In this eye-opening episode of Our Kids Play Hockey, hosts Lee MJ Elias and Mike Bonelli take you on an exhilarating journey through the USA Hockey Coaching Education Program (CEP). From rookie coaches to seasoned veterans, this comprehensive guide covers everything you need to…

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The Ride to The Rink - Mistakes Not To Make This The Summer 16:30

3M ago16:30

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☀️ Are you making the most of your summer—or just skating through it? In this empowering episode of The Ride to the Rink, Lee MJ Elias, Christie Casciano, and Mike Bonelli break down the top five summer mistakes that young hockey players and families make—and how to avoid them. From over-scheduling to mental burnout, the crew shares personal storie…

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EP447: What Sins Appall You? | Power Idolatry | What The Right Should Next | Much More 32:23

3M ago32:23

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On this episode: •I have some thoughts on the REACTION to the floods in Texas and how some reveal an idolatry of power and government. •A listener question on pastoral qualification •A quick immigration thought •Which sins appall you?

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Cover-to-Cover | Woman Washes Jesus’ Feet with Her Hair | Luke 7:36-50 10:47

3M ago10:47

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The latest reading in the Gospel of Luke

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The Top 5 Mistakes Hockey Parents Make In The Summer (And How to Avoid Them) 47:41

3M ago47:41

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Are you making these 5 summer hockey mistakes with your kids? 🏒☀️ In this eye-opening episode of Our Kids Play Hockey, Lee MJ Elias, Christie Casciano, and Mike Bonelli reveal the top five mistakes hockey parents make during the summer—and how to avoid them before they derail your child’s development or love for the game. From packing the schedule …

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The Ride to the Rink - Are You Spending Time or Investing It? 5:27

3M ago5:27

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In this episode, Lee shares a powerful concept from a conversation with longtime coach and mentor Pete Whitney: the difference between time spent and time invested. Whether it’s hockey, school, or life off the ice, young athletes are constantly choosing how to use their time—but not all choices pay off the same way. 🧠 Lee breaks down: The mindset t…

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The Ride to The Rink - Hall of Fame Lessons from Brianna Decker: What Matters Most in Youth Hockey 7:43

3M ago7:43

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What does a Hockey Hall of Famer really think youth hockey players need to succeed? On this special Ride to the Rink, We spotlight key insights from none other than Brianna Decker, fresh off her induction into the Hockey Hall of Fame. From elite playing days to coaching the next generation, Decker has seen it all—and her message for young athletes …

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EP446: Supreme Court Session Recap | It’s 2025’s Halfway Point | MUCH More 37:31

3M ago37:31

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EP446: Supreme Court Session Recap | It’s 2025’s Halfway Point | MUCH More

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What Skills Should My Kid Have at Their Age? A Parent’s Guide to Youth Hockey Development 1:10:02

3M ago1:10:02

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“Is my kid where they’re supposed to be?” It’s one of the most common questions we hear—and this week on Our Kids Play Hockey, Lee, Christie, and Mike break it all down with a level-headed, age-by-age guide to youth hockey development. Whether your player is just learning to stand on skates or preparing for juniors, this episode helps you understan…