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Hockey History Storyteller PodcastEp021 - Jean Béliveau - Superstar and Gentleman (part 2)Jean Béliveau was truly one of the greats. He had significant point totals as a player and won 10 Stanley Cups as a player and 17 overall.
2023-10-2607 minHockey History Storyteller PodcastEp020 - Chicago Stadium - The Madhouse on MadisonThe Chicago Stadium was an old hockey barn. But it was not just any old hockey barn. It had a huge organ, loud crowds, and hosted thousands of events.
2023-09-2907 minHockey History Storyteller PodcastEp019 - Andy Bathgate - Skilled SuperstarAndy Bathgate had a long and successful career. He was one of the best to lace up the skates and was a highly respected person and player.
2023-08-3007 minHockey History Storyteller PodcastEp018 - Dr Jerry Buss - Owner of the KingsEveryone knows Dr Jerry Buss as owner of the Los Angeles Lakers. When he bought that basketball franchise in 1979 he also bought the Los Angeles Kings. While the Kings did not achieve the level of success that the "Showtime" Lakers did in the 80s, he was just as dedicated to their success and the survival of hockey in Southern California.2023-08-1807 minHockey History Storyteller PodcastEp017 - The TradeAugust 9, 1988 is the single-most memorable date in NHL history. It was the day that Wayne Gretzky was traded from the Edmonton Oilers to the Los Angeles Kings.
2023-08-1212 minHockey History Storyteller PodcastEp016 - Al Arbour - Player, Coach, ChampionAl Arbour was a player, a coach, and an 8-time Stanley Cup champion. Hear his story today!
2023-08-0206 minHockey History Storyteller PodcastEp015 - The Atlanta Flames - Atlanta’s Second Biggest FlameoutDespite having a relatively consistent existence of good teams and notable players, the Atlanta Flames only lasted eight years before moving to Calgary in 1980.
2023-07-2509 minHockey History Storyteller PodcastEp014 - Hayley Wickenheiser - Amazing Career
Hayley Wickenheiser had an amazing international hockey career as a player and now is in the ranks of NHL management and is a medical doctor.
2023-07-1606 minHockey History Storyteller PodcastEp013 - Marcel Dionne - Hockey RoyaltyMarcel Dionne was a small but dominating player. He ranks among the best of the best in career scoring. He is probably best known for his years with the Los Angeles Kings during their gold and purple years.
2023-07-0807 minHockey History Storyteller PodcastEp012 - Tim Horton - Highly RespectedTim Horton was a highly respected defenseman in the National Hockey League from the 1950s to the 1970s.
2023-07-0206 minHockey History Storyteller PodcastEp011 - The Hockey Theme - Canada’s Second National Anthem"The Hockey Theme" is known to every Canadian as the music to introduce Hockey Night In Canada. Here is the story behind that tune. To see the Neil Peart drum focused big band version of the song at https://youtu.be/XxlEqO_MA04
2023-06-2705 minHockey History Storyteller PodcastEp010 - Ron Francis - One of the BestRon Francis was indeed one of the best to ever play in the NHL. He excelled in goals, assists, points, and championships. Above all, he was one of the best teammates a player could ask for.
2023-06-2407 minHockey History Storyteller PodcastEp009 - Kelly Hrudey - Goaltender Broadcaster Mental Health AdvocateKelly Hrudey was an NHL goaltender during the explosive offensive era of the 1980s and 1990s. He was reliable goalie for his teams and a familiar voice to Canadian hockey fans as a broadcaster. Today his impact on the world is in the area of mental health. For more information on Kelly's efforts there check out these links...
https://menshealthfoundation.ca/champions/kelly-hrudey/
https://menshealthfoundation.ca/press/kelly-hrudey-joins-national-champion-roster/
https://podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast/fatherhood-positive-mentorship-w-kelly-hrudey-dr-david/id1621755875?i=10005663577012023-06-2006 minHockey History Storyteller PodcastEp008 - Dave Keon - The Greatest Maple LeafShow Notes: Dave Keon played in both the National Hockey League and the World Hockey Association over 22 years. He reached the highest levels of success and was a well-respected player by his teammates. Music composed and performed by Lauren Clapp lauren.clapp2004@gmail.com
2023-06-1606 minHockey History Storyteller PodcastEp007 - Doug Harvey - The First Offensive DefensemanDoug Harvey played 18 seasons in the NHL and his impact on the ice influenced many defensive greats and impact off the ice impacted all players who played after him. Music composed and performed by Lauren Clapp lauren.clapp2004@gmail.com
2023-06-1406 minHockey History Storyteller PodcastEp006 - Jean Ratelle - Superstar and GentlemanJean Ratelle was a well-respected New York Ranger and Boston Bruin. He played in more than 1,000 games and scored almost a point a game.2023-06-0905 minHockey History Storyteller PodcastEp005 - Maurice Richard - The RocketMaurice "The Rocket" Richard was probably the first major superstar in the NHL. He was the first to reach the 50-goal plateau, led his Canadiens team to many Stanley Cup Championships, and played with a fire that attracted fans in all six cities of the league.
2023-06-0606 minHockey History Storyteller PodcastEp004 - Herb Carnegie - The First Black StarHerb Carnegie is a name all hockey fans should know. Not only was he a great black player, but a man who made an impact in his community and throughout Canada with his Future Aces Foundation. Enjoy learning about Herb in this episode. Find more information about the Future Aces Foundation at futureaces.org. Find out more about the "Soul On Ice: Past, Present & Future" documentary at https://www.soulonicemovie.com/...
2023-05-3006 minHockey History Storyteller PodcastEp003 - Ted Lindsay - Terrible TedTed Lindsay was a fierce and prolific player - especially in the playoffs. But Ted's biggest impact on hockey and the NHL was his creation of the players association. Every NHL player owes a debt of gratitude and respect to Ted Lindsay.
2023-05-2405 minHockey History Storyteller PodcastEp002 - Stan Mikita - From Bully to ByngStan Mikita was not only one of the best players in his day but of all-time. Learn more about Stan, his invention, his philanthropy, and more. The link to the American Hearing Impaired Hockey Association website https://ahiha.org/
2023-05-2406 minHockey History Storyteller PodcastEp001 - Milt Schmidt - A Life of HockeyMilt Schmidt was a hockey lifer who played, coached, and managed. Learn more about Milt today!
2023-05-2405 minHockey History Storyteller PodcastEP 000 - Introducing: Hockey History Storyteller PodcastWelcome to the Hockey History Storyteller Podcast! In episode 0, I introduce the podcast and tease the first three episodes that will be posted soon.
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