Best Shannon And Craig Podcasts (2025)

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Clear+Vivid with Alan Alda: Season 31 Trailer 31:23

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24h ago31:23

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Alan and Executive Producer Graham Chedd look ahead to next season and some unexpected connections between our first guests. They include best-selling author Steven Pinker, and how you know that I know that you know that I know; psychologist Nicky Clayton and why crows are so smart; Erica Chenoweth and the power of peaceful protest; climate scienti…

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103: Between The Pipes With John Davidson: Bernie Parent's Passing, Goaltending Legends & The Evolution of the Position 58:25

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Senior advisor and alternate governor for the Columbus Blue Jackets John Davidson joins 100% Hockey with Millard & Shannon for a wide-ranging conversation on goaltending through the ages. The discussion begins with reflections on the legendary career of Bernie Parent, who passed away yesterday, before opening into a deep dive on the science of the …

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102: Inside the Jets: Mark Chipman on Success, Culture & Attendance Trends 47:11

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Winnipeg Jets Executive Chairman and Governor Mark Chipman joins 100% Hockey with Millard & Shannon for a wide-ranging conversation as a new season begins. With Jonathan Toews donning a Jets jersey for the first time, Chipman shares what the veteran centre brings to the organization and how his presence can shape team culture. He also weighs in on …

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101: Kelly McCrimmon: How The Vegas Golden Knights Stay On Top Heading Into the NHL Season 55:51

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Vegas Golden Knights general manager Kelly McCrimmon sits down with Daren Millard and John Shannon as training camp opens and the NHL season takes shape. McCrimmon explains how the arrival of Mitch Marner could add another layer to an already high-powered offense, and why the Golden Knights’ depth continues to separate them from the pack. He also o…

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EP. 52 w/ Jay Oakes 52:10

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CLICK HERE to share your thoughts on the episode! Following 25 episodes in season 2, it's time for another recap! We've had some phenomenal guests that are taking the sport to new levels, making some big moves in their communities, overflowing with passion for the projects their working on, and stoked for the good times yet to come in the sport of …

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Leanne Guy: A New Eye on Space 34:55

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Perched on a mountain top in Chile, the new Vera Rubin Observatory’s telescope will view the universe as it’s never been seen before, seeking answers to cosmic mysteries like dark energy and dark matter, but also helping keep Earth safe from potentially dangerous asteroids. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for informati…

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100: Season Preview with Darren Pang: Contenders, Contracts & the Blackhawks. 59:39

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On this episode of 100% Hockey, Daren Millard and John Shannon welcome Darren Pang, one of the most respected voices in hockey broadcasting, for a wide-ranging conversation ahead of the upcoming NHL season. From contenders and pretenders to the question of whether anyone can challenge the reigning champion Florida Panthers, Pang breaks down the lea…

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99: Looking Back with Zach Parise: Memories, Milestones, and His American Hockey Legacy 43:02

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On this episode of 100% Hockey, Daren Millard and John Shannon sit down with Zach Parise as he reflects on a remarkable career ahead of his induction into the U.S. Hockey Hall of Fame. Parise opens up about the teams and moments that defined his journey — from the early days in New Jersey to his time as a hometown hero with the Minnesota Wild. He s…

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98: Craig Berube: Setting the Tone for the Maple Leafs’ Season Ahead. 38:12

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On today’s episode of 100% Hockey, Daren Millard and John Shannon are joined by Toronto Maple Leafs head coach Craig Berube. While Mitch Marner’s move was the headline-grabber this offseason, Berube makes it clear there’s plenty more to focus on as the Leafs get ready for the new year. He shares what he expects from franchise cornerstone Auston Mat…

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Michael Osterholm: Can We Stop The Big One? 39:55

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With lessons learned from the Covid pandemic, he points to how we might better tackle the next, inevitable, global pandemic — at a time when science has been all but discarded from the leading government agencies responsible for public health. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use…

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97: Connor Brown: From Back-to-Back Finals to a Fresh Start in New Jersey. 41:13

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On this episode of 100% Hockey, John Shannon sits down with Connor Brown to talk about the next chapter of his career with the New Jersey Devils. After back-to-back trips to the Stanley Cup Final with the Edmonton Oilers, Brown reflects on the heartbreak of coming up short, while also sharing the story behind the team’s now-famous “Pink Pony Club” …

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Celebrating the Life and Legacy of Ken Dryden 1:01:06

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On this special episode of 100% Hockey, John Shannon takes time to celebrate the life and legacy of Ken Dryden, following the news of his passing. To capture the full scope of Dryden’s impact, John welcomes three guests who each share a unique perspective. NHL historian Dave Stubbs offers a journalist’s lens on Dryden’s career and influence. We the…

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96: McDavid, Marner, Kaprizov & More with Doug MacLean 51:44

19d ago51:44

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Whenever Doug MacLean joins John and Daren, one thing’s guaranteed: the conversation is going to cover a lot of ground. This time is no different. The guys start with the news out of Minnesota, where Wild ownership has reportedly lined up a massive contract offer for Kirill Kaprizov. That leads into a bigger discussion about superstar deals and the…

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EP. 51 w/ Cash Matthews 1:01:02

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CLICK HERE to share your thoughts on the episode! The youngest track operator in BMX history with a life-long love and debt to BMX—Cash Matthews joins Jay in this episode filled with stories from his career! Special shoutout to the legendary Mat Hoffman, the creator of the incredible art piece submitted by Cash for this episode’s thumbnail. WATCH F…

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Herman Pontzer: Diversity: Humanity’s Superpower 41:08

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Unlike most other land animals, we can live almost anywhere – from deserts, to mountains, rain forests, even the arctic. We are supremely adaptable, and that adaptability has led to our diversity – not only in our biology but also in our cultures. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and…

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95: Health, Hockey & the Sens' Downtown Move with Mike Brophy 44:27

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John Shannon and Daren Millard are joined today by Mike Brophy, the beloved hockey writer and analyst who has recently received a kidney transplant after a long and challenging health journey. Mike shares a deeply personal and inspiring account of what the search for a kidney donor has been like, how it’s changed his perspective, and what others ca…

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94: Hanging Them Up: Tyson Barrie Reflects on His NHL Journey 38:35

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Fresh off announcing his retirement, Tyson Barrie joins John and Daren to reflect on a career that spanned more than a decade in the NHL. He opens up about the decision to hang up the skates, how it all came together, and what life after hockey might look like. Barrie also shares stories from his time with different teams, the superstar teammates h…

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Stephen Hall: Snakes: Do they Deserve Our Dread? 36:34

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Along with revelations about snake sex, their contributions to medicine, that flickering tongue and why slithering is a secret to their success, Stephen Hall goes at least some way to convincing Alan that snakes – “the ultimate other” – deserve our respect as well as our dread. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for infor…

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93: Life as an NHL Agent: Darren Ferris on Mitch Marner, Media Pressure & More 59:11

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Darren Ferris, one of hockey’s most influential agents, joins the guys to talk about the business behind the game. From Mitch Marner’s blockbuster move from Toronto to Vegas — and how the media storm impacted the process — to contract talks with Sam Bennett, Nazem Kadri, and more, Ferris pulls back the curtain on what it takes to represent some of …

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92: The Voices of Detroit: Ken Daniels & Mickey Redmond on the Detroit Red Wings 1:02:59

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On today’s episode of 100% Hockey, John Shannon and Daren Millard are joined by Ken Daniels (play-by-play announcer) and Mickey Redmond (color commentator)—who make up what The Athletic calls the best local TV broadcast team in the NHL for the Detroit Red Wings. Together, they explore the craft of hockey broadcasting, how their styles complement ea…

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EP. 50 w/ Shannon Gillette 1:54:22

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CLICK HERE to share your thoughts on the episode! From his early days of racing in Florida, various places throughout the U.S., while traveling around the world, and now his position at USA BMX, there is absolutely no shortage of BMX history! Shannon's love for BMX goes unbelievably deep with a lifetime of stories in his back pocket. WATCH FULL EPI…

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91: Colby Armstrong on Broadcasting, Fleury’s Farewell, Sidney Crosby and the Future of the Penguins’ Core. 56:53

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Colby Armstrong joins Daren and John for today’s episode of 100% Hockey. Known as one of the most versatile voices in the game, Colby has built an impressive career in broadcasting since hanging up the skates — from podcasts to TV, he seems to do it all. He shares how he made the transition from player to broadcaster, the work that went into findin…

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Kyra Davis Lurie: Reimagining Gatsby 38:28

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She’s had a love-hate relationship with F. Scott Fitzgerald since she was a teenager. And she’s now written a wonderful new take on The Great Gatsby, reimagining the story with a cast of the Black elite in post-war Los Angeles. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal dat…

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90: Inside Gerard Gallant’s Next Chapter: Coaching the Shanghai Dragons in the KHL 49:39

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Former NHL head coach Gerard Gallant, recently named bench boss of the Shanghai Dragons in the Kontinental Hockey League, joins John Shannon and Daren Millard on 100% Hockey. Gallant discusses his decision to take the role, what excites him about the Dragons’ upcoming season, and whether any NHL opportunities were on the table before heading overse…

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89: Inside the Isles: John Collins on Hockey, Business, and What's Next for the New York Islanders. 1:05:56

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John Collins, Co-Owner, Operating Partner, and Alternate Governor of the New York Islanders, joins John Shannon and Daren Millard for a wide-ranging conversation about everything from life on the ice to front-office strategy. Collins, who helped lead the transition following the departure of Lou Lamoriello, shares how he’s adapting to his leadershi…

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Robert Sapolsky: Why Do We Do That? 39:49

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An old friend of Clear and Vivid is back to enlighten Alan on some of the oddities of human behavior – both good and bad – and to talk about his entertaining new podcast, Father Offspring Interviews, hosted by his daughter. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data fo…

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88: Behind the Broadcast: Paul Graham’s Legacy in Hockey TV. 1:08:24

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This week on 100% Hockey, recently retired Paul Graham, the former Vice-President and Executive Producer of Live Events at TSN, joins John Shannon and Daren Millard for a rare and insightful conversation reflecting on his legendary career in hockey broadcasting. Over decades in the industry, Graham produced more than 1,500 major live sporting event…

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EP. 49 w/ Karl Hinkley 1:06:11

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CLICK HERE to share your thoughts on the episode! With a dream to run a completely free indoor skatepark as a means to serve the community, Karl Hinkley and his wife out at NoWear BMX have managed to make the seemingly impossible become a reality! They have not only created a place for year-round riding, but they have created a safe place for kids …

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Bob Odenkirk: Comedy? Action? Drama? Better Call Bob! 37:37

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From his long running role as Saul Goodman in Breaking Bad and Better Call Saul, to his recent Broadway appearance in Glenngary Glen Ross, and his new incarnation as an off-beat action hero in the movies Nobody and Nobody 2, Bob Odenkirk does it all. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection …

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87: Culture, Coaching & Columbus: A Sit Down with Blue Jackets' GM Don Waddell 49:47

2M ago49:47

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Don Waddell, the President of Hockey Operations, and General Manager of the Columbus Blue Jackets, sits down with John Shannon and Daren Millard to reflect on an emotionally charged season shaped in part by the tragic loss of Johnny Gaudreau. Waddell shares how the organization united in the wake of tragedy, praises head coach Dean Evason’s leaders…

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86: Brian Lawton: A 360° Look at the Game. 55:15

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Daren Millard and John Shannon are joined by Brian Lawton for a wide-ranging conversation that dives into some of the biggest talking points in hockey today. With experience as a player, agent, GM, scout—and nearly an owner—Lawton brings a rare, all-angle perspective to the table. The trio covers everything from potential NHL expansion and the futu…

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Tara Roberts: Diving for Stories 38:51

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With her Black scuba-diving companions she has sought to reveal the appalling cost in lives lost in sunken slave ships, while at the same time honoring those lives by telling their stories. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.…

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85: Year Two in Utah: Building Long-Term Success with GM Bill Armstrong. 45:40

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Utah Mammoth GM Bill Armstrong joins John Shannon and Daren Millard to look ahead to the upcoming NHL season. Armstrong shares his expectations for year two in Utah, emphasizing the value of continuity and development within the roster. He touches on goaltending progress, provides an update on the franchise’s new arena plans, and reflects on lesson…

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84: Survival, Strength, and Stories: Tony Granato Joins the Show 56:29

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Former NHL player and Olympic coach Tony Granato joins John Shannon and Landon Ferraro to introduce his new docuseries, Fight for Life with Tony Granato, premiering on NHL Network on Sunday, July 27 at 8:00 PM ET. The show delivers intimate, powerful stories of athletes overcoming life-altering trauma with resilience and purpose—crafted by someone …

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EP. 48 w/ Jeremy Bushnell 1:17:24

2M ago1:17:24

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CLICK HERE to share your thoughts on the episode! Racing BMX since 1985 and still involved in a major way with the sport! He's been a part of the rebranding and revitalization that has taken place at Seatac BMX, serves as the announcer regularly, and loves riding whenever he has the opportunity... and even gets to share a moto with his dad from tim…

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Roger Rosenblatt: Rules for Aging 38:48

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Alan joins his old friend to compare notes on staying happy when old; and Roger shares tips from a forthcoming book, including some that may seem counterintuitive – like don’t use common sense, believe everyone, and don’t pay attention to people in your way. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our col…

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83: Stan Bowman on Pressure, Progress, and Pushing Forward With The Edmonton Oilers. 58:10

2M ago58:10

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Stanley Cup Final runner-up and newly minted Edmonton Oilers General Manager & Executive Vice President of Hockey Operations Stan Bowman joins John Shannon and Daren Millard to discuss his first year back in the NHL. Bowman reflects on the emotional highs and lows of Edmonton’s Cup run and shares how he intends to translate past successes—backed by…

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82: Glen Gulutzan on Taking the Reins in Dallas. 50:15

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Newly appointed Dallas Stars head coach Glen Gulutzan joins John Shannon and Daren Millard to discuss his return to the bench and what lies ahead for a team fresh off a trip to the Western Conference Final. Gulutzan shares his approach to inheriting a playoff-tested roster, reflects on the lessons learned from his previous head coaching stops, and …

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Tina Fey: The Return of The Four Seasons 39:49

2M ago39:49

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Tina Fey’s reimagining of a movie Alan made over 40 years ago has been a big hit for Netflix. She and Alan have fun talking about how she went about updating the story for a new generation. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.…

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81: The McKenna Effect: What It Means for the CHL with Dan MacKenzie & Glenn Healy on the NHL’s New CBA and What It Means for Alumni Association. 51:13

2M ago51:13

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Following Gavin McKenna’s high-profile commitment to Penn State, John Shannon welcomes CHL President Dan MacKenzie to discuss what the decision could mean for the future of junior hockey in Canada. The two explore the potential ripple effect of McKenna’s move—dubbed the “McKenna Effect”—and how it may reshape player development and league dynamics …

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80: Alumni Week Finale: Napier, Scrivens, Beukeboom & Cooke Join the Show 38:31

3M ago38:31

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It’s the final day of Alumni Week from the NHL Alumni Association’s Golf Tournament, and next week, John and Daren return to regularly scheduled — and wind-free — programming. To close out the week, Mark Napier, Ben Scrivens, Jeff Beukeboom, and Matt Cooke join the show to reflect on their time in the NHL, share thoughts on their former teams, disc…

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79: Alumni Week Day 2: May, Larouche & Carbonneau from the Course. 34:40

3M ago34:40

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Day two of Alumni Week takes us back to the NHL Alumni Association’s Golf Tournament, where John roams the course catching up with Brad May, Pierre Larouche, and Guy Carbonneau. From Sidney Crosby’s future with the Penguins, to the rise of NCAA hockey among Canadian prospects, to some classic broadcasting stories with John — today’s episode is full…

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EP. 47 w/ Nic Kusmich 1:04:00

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CLICK HERE to share your thoughts on the episode! Only 1 race into BMX?!?! Although he has only been racing for a short period, he has seen his son benefit from involvement in the sport and has started racing himself as a way to deepen their connection and spend more time together. Now, he's got a personal mission to drag more dads away from the si…

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78: Alumni Week Begins: Vaive, Thomas & Tucker on Life as a Leaf. 28:36

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Alumni Week kicks off with John flying solo from the NHL Alumni Association’s Golf Tournament — recorded right on the course. On today’s episode, John chats with three former Toronto Maple Leafs: Rick Vaive, Steve Thomas, and Darcy Tucker. From the fairway, they share stories about playing in Toronto, the pressure that comes with wearing the Leafs …

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If Robots Had a Podcast 31:42

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Alan lets bots mostly run the show to see how much they can do and still be under human control. For a while, it seems to go well, but then dangers start to emerge— and it gets a little scary. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.…

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77: Winners, Losers, and Big Money: Breaking Down Day 1 Of NHL Free Agency with Mike Zeisberger 56:43

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Mike Zeisberger joins the show for a full breakdown of the opening day of NHL Free Agency. July 1st didn’t disappoint, with big names on the move and big money being spent across the league. Mike, Daren, and John sort through the signings, share their thoughts on who nailed it—and who might regret it—and hand out their early verdicts on the winners…

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Clear+Vivid with Alan Alda: Season 30 Trailer 28:50

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Alan and Clear and Vivid’s executive producer Graham Chedd chat about and play clips from some of the shows coming up in season 30. Guests include actor Bob Odenkirk, scuba diver Tara Roberts, and some AI chatbots. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for adverti…

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76: Lane Lambert on Taking Over as Head Coach of the Seattle Kraken. 35:44

3M ago35:44

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Lane Lambert joins the show to talk about his new role as head coach of the Seattle Kraken. After years of experience as an assistant, Lane discusses the transition to leading a bench and what he plans to bring to a Kraken team aiming to become a consistent playoff contender. From coaching philosophy to expectations in Seattle, it's a great look at…

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75: Deputy Commissioner Bill Daly on the NHL’s Biggest Year Yet. 50:41

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Deputy Commissioner Bill Daly joins John and Daren to reflect on what Daren calls “the best NHL season ever.” From league-wide growth to on-ice storylines, Daly shares his thoughts on the year that was, looks ahead to the upcoming NHL Draft, and discusses the continued evolution of the league. With a new CBA announcement expected soon at the time o…

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74: The Man Trying to Bring the NHL Back to Atlanta: Vernon Krause. 53:03

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Vernon Krause—the man leading the charge to bring the NHL back to Atlanta—joins the show to give us a rare inside look at the expansion process. From timelines and potential locations to the motivation behind the push, Vernon lays it all out. Plus, John and Daren get an exclusive hint at what the team might be called if the dream becomes a reality.…