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Blackhawk Church Next StepsBehind the Scenes | Blackhawk Chinese MinistryIn this Behind the Scenes episode, we sit down with Charles Huang, the pastor of our Blackhawk Chinese Ministry. Listen in as he shares the origin story of the Chinese ministry here at Blackhawk, some highlights from this past year, and how we can be praying for their ministry in the season ahead.ResourcesBlackhawk Chinese Ministry The Hub | Blackhawk ChurchHave questions or topics you'd like us to explore in future episodes? We'd love to hear from you! Reach out to us at podcast@blackhawkchurch.org.
2026-02-2631 minBlackhawk Church Next StepsBehind the Scenes: Student MinistriesIn this Behind the Scenes episode, we sit down with Ben Knox and Micah Howard to talk all things middle school and high school ministry. What's really going on in the lives of students right now? What pressures are they facing? What are they hungry for?You'll hear stories of how God is moving in powerful ways among middle and high schoolers, why this generation is more spiritually curious than we might think, and how our church family can pray for and support them. We also take a moment to marvel at the unexpected return of Christian...
2026-02-1942 minBlackhawk Church Next StepsYear In Review & Looking AheadWe’re back for another season of the Next Steps Podcast! Pastors Matt, Charles, and Tiffany kick off 2026 by looking back on how God moved in 2025 and sharing what they're excited about in the year ahead. You'll hear stories, highlights, and ways to join us in prayer for our Blackhawk Church family. Don’t miss the Year in Review for more stories: https://blackhawk.church/year-in-review-2025/Have questions or topics you'd like us to explore in future episodes? We'd love to hear from you! Reach out to us at podcast@blackhawkchurch.org.
2026-01-2935 minBlackhawk Church Next StepsAdvent | LoveThis season on the Next Steps Podcast, we’re entering into Advent together. We will explore what Advent is, why it matters, and how to celebrate it. We’ll also hear from worship leaders as they guide us through the themes of hope, peace, joy, and love.In this episode, Christian Eggers talks with worship leaders Hannah Busse and Trevor Kleinmeyer about Advent’s theme of love and the practice of beholding and adoring. They reflect on why slowing down to adore can be difficult, how the story of Jesus’ birth invites us into deeper wonder, and how wors...
2025-12-2356 minBlackhawk Church Next StepsAdvent | JoyThis season on the Next Steps Podcast, we’re entering into Advent together. We will explore what Advent is, why it matters, and how to celebrate it. We’ll also hear from worship leaders as they guide us through the themes of hope, peace, joy, and love.In this episode, Christian Eggers talks with worship leaders Hannah Busse and Trevor Kleinmeyer about Advent’s theme of joy and the practice of rejoicing. They talk honestly about when joy feels easy or hard to access, reflect on how the story of Jesus invites joy in every season, and consid...
2025-12-1857 minBlackhawk Church Next StepsAdvent | PeaceThis season on the Next Steps Podcast, we’re entering into Advent together. We will explore what Advent is, why it matters, and how to celebrate it. We’ll also hear from worship leaders as they guide us through the themes of hope, peace, joy, and love. In this episode, Christian Eggers talks with worship leaders Matt Wilhelm and Isaiah Wu about Advent’s theme of peace and the call to be peacemakers. They get honest about anxiety, conflict, and family dynamics, explore how Jesus brings true peace in the middle of real life, and share practical ways t...
2025-12-111h 02Blackhawk Church Next StepsAdvent | HopeThis season on the Next Steps Podcast, we’re entering into Advent together. We will explore what Advent is, why it matters, and how to celebrate it. We’ll also hear from worship leaders as they guide us through the themes of hope, peace, joy, and love. In this episode, Christian Eggers talks with worship leaders Matt Wilhelm and Isaiah Wu about Advent’s theme of hope in seasons of waiting and longing. They reflect on what hope looks like in everyday life, how the story of Jesus steadies us, practical ways to wait well, and even share...
2025-12-0446 minBlackhawk Church Next StepsWhat Is Advent?This season on the Next Steps Podcast, we're entering into Advent together. We will explore what Advent is, why it matters, and how to celebrate it. We’ll also hear from worship leaders as they guide us through the themes of hope, peace, joy, and love. In this first episode, we're asking the most basic question: What is Advent? Hosts Christian Eggers and Tiffany Malloy talk through the meaning and history of Advent, the themes behind the candles and wreath, and why this season of waiting matters for our spiritual growth. You'll also hear simple ways to ce...
2025-11-2823 minBlackhawk Church Next StepsGreater Things | Growing Together in God’s WordThis season on the Next Steps Podcast, hosts Chris Kopp and Tiffany Malloy go deeper into Greater Things, our series on Colossians. Together, they’ll explore what true spiritual growth looks like and how God invites us into greater things through Christ.In this episode, Tiffany and Chris sit down with Phoebe Turner, Blackhawk Bible Study leader and staff with Athletes in Action, to talk about how studying Scripture in community shapes our faith. Phoebe shares her story, what happens inside Blackhawk Bible Study, and why spaces like these help us grow in maturity and stay centered on...
2025-11-0639 minBlackhawk Church Next StepsCan I Ask That? | Why Is the Bible So Weird?This season on the Next Steps podcast, host Christian Eggers sits down with our teaching pastors as part of our Can I Ask That? series. On Sundays, we're exploring some of the biggest questions people have about faith, but there's never enough time to cover them all. That's why, here on the podcast, we'll dig a little deeper—tackling more of those big, honest questions.In this episode, Christian talks with Pastor Chris Dolson about some of the Bible's strangest and most challenging parts. From miracles and healing to angels, demons, and unusual Old Testament laws, they ex...
2025-09-0440 minBlackhawk Church Next StepsMade for More | Discovering Joy Through ServingJoin host Veronica Hummel as she sits down with Scott Heller to explore what it means to invest your time as part of our "Made for More" series. Scott shares his journey of grief, healing, and spiritual growth— starting from showing up quietly in the back row to becoming deeply involved in serving others at Blackhawk. Through stories from Alpha, Blackhawk Kids, and Study Day, Scott reflects on how prayer, community, and service have helped him discover new joy and purpose. He offers practical encouragement for anyone hesitant to take their next step into serving, sharing how small commitments ca...
2025-07-2432 minBlackhawk Church Next StepsMade for More | Living GenerouslyJoin host Veronica Hummel as she sits down with CJ Klaas and Ranjit Mathai to explore what it looks like to live generously as part of our "Made for More" series. Drawing from their personal experiences and years of teaching financial courses at Blackhawk, CJ and Ranjit offer practical wisdom and spiritual insight into managing money with intentionality and trust in God. They share their own journeys of learning to give, navigating debt, and discovering the freedom that comes from generous living. Whether you're getting started or looking to grow, this honest conversation offers practical steps and spiritual encouragement...
2025-07-1729 minBlackhawk Church Next StepsMade for More | The Journey of Knowing YourselfJoin host Veronica Hummel as she sits down with Amy Racki, a therapist and longtime Blackhawk member, to explore what it means to truly know ourselves as part of our "Made for More" series. Amy shares her journey from a corporate business background to mental health counseling and discusses practical tools for self-discovery, including personality assessments and spiritual practices such as prayer and meditation. They explore learning to embrace discomfort in the transformation process, finding community that speaks truth in love, and discovering what's "mine to do" in each season of life. Referenced Resources: M...
2025-07-1036 minBlackhawk Church Next StepsMade for More | Finding Your Rhythm with GodJoin host Veronica Hummel as she sits down with Linda Hershberger to explore practical ways to slow down and connect with God as part of our "Made for More" series. Linda shares her journey from being a natural extrovert to learning the art of being present through practices like silence, journaling, time in nature, and welcoming prayer. She opens up about how cancer became a turning point in her faith, offering honest insights into building community, finding your tribe, and discovering spiritual practices that work for your unique personality. Referenced Resources: Made for More...
2025-07-0339 minBlackhawk Church Next StepsOnce Upon a Future | The Book of Revelation and The Invisible RealmJoin hosts Tiffany Malloy and Chris Kopp as they sit down with Pastor Charles Yu to explore the invisible realm and how the book of Revelation shows us that there’s more going on around us than meets the eye. Referenced Resources:Once Upon a Future (Revelation) Series | Blackhawk Church The Invisible Realm Series | Blackhawk Church The Unseen Realm: Recovering the Supernatural Worldview of the Bible | Michael S. HeiserIntro to Spiritual Beings | BibleProjectHave questions or topics you'd like us to explore in future episodes? We'd love to he...
2025-02-2038 min
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Blackhawk Booster PodcastBlackhawk Booster PodcastHost Brett Ketterman sits down with Boys Volleyball Coach Lindsey Meyers and Girls Tennis Coach Mike DeRubeis. Also a new segment giving a shout out to Booster Sponsors. Brett will also recap the week of Fort Atkinson Blackhawk Athletics from Sept 21-Sept 27. Finally, can you count how many backgrounds I use in this weeks episode?
2023-09-2920 minBlackhawk Booster PodcastBlackhawk Booster Podcast - S2 Ep 2Host Brett Ketterman talks to Fort Atkinson Blackhawk Girls Golf Coach during a break in competition! Brett also recaps Blackhawk athletics from Sept 14-20.
2023-09-2212 minBlackhawk Church MessagesChristmas at Blackhawk 2022 | December 24, 2022Christmas at Blackhawk 2022 | December 24, 2022
2022-12-251h 02Blackhawk Booster PodcastEp. 9 - A Tennis Recap, Looking Ahead to MG, and Freshmen Boys Jump in a PondWelcome to episode 9! In this week's show coach Mike DeRubeis recaps the girls tennis season, and coach Nick Nelson looks ahead to this week's football game against Monona Grove. Blackhawk football players Dane Brost and Elliot Rueth talk about what it means to be a Blackhawk! We also hear from freshman coach Mike Opperman about how the freshman football players love jumping into ponds!
2022-10-1325 min
Blackhawk Church MessagesPsalms for the Summer: Psalm 19 // Chris Dolson | 09.04.2022Psalms for the Summer: Psalm 19 // Chris Dolson | 09.04.2022 by Blackhawk Church
2022-09-0934 minBlackhawk Booster PodcastEp. 4 - Golf and Volleyball, with Two Football Players Providing PerspectiveThis week host Brett Ketterman interviews Girl's Golf Coach Jerry Shoup, Boy's Volleyball coach Lindsey Meyers and Football coach Nick Nelson. Plus you'll hear from two Blackhawk football players Jack Opperman and Logan Kees.
2022-09-0723 min
Blackhawk Church MessagesPsalms for the Summer: Psalm 19 // Chris Dolson | 09.04.2022Psalms for the Summer: Psalm 19 // Chris Dolson | 09.04.2022 by Blackhawk Church
2022-09-0435 min
Blackhawk Booster PodcastEp. 1 - Let's get ready for a new seasonWelcome to The Blackhawk Booster Club Podcast!
In this first video podcast, host Brett Ketterman interviews Athletic Director Steve Mahoney about the upcoming sports seasons, Football Coach Nick Nelson about the upcoming season and Friday's game against Milton, and Blackhawk Booster Club President Mike Opperman about what the Booster Club has in store this year.
2022-09-0123 min
Blackhawk Church MessagesPsalms for the Summer: Psalm 14 // Ben Knox | 08.28.2022Psalms for the Summer: Psalm 14 // Ben Knox | 08.28.2022 by Blackhawk Church
2022-08-2935 min
Blackhawk Church MessagesPsalms For The Summer: Psalm 133 // Matt Metzger | 08.21.2022Psalms For The Summer: Psalm 133 // Matt Metzger | 08.21.2022 by Blackhawk Church
2022-08-2336 min
Blackhawk Church MessagesPsalms For The Summer: Psalm 121 // Lynne Benik | 08.14.2022Psalms For The Summer: Psalm 121 // Lynne Benik | 08.14.2022 by Blackhawk Church
2022-08-1430 min
Blackhawk Church MessagesPsalms For The Summer: Psalm 4 // Charles Yu | 08.07.2022Psalms For The Summer: Psalm 4 // Charles Yu | 08.07.2022 by Blackhawk Church
2022-08-0738 min
Blackhawk Church MessagesPsalms for the Summer: Psalm 33 // Matt Metzger | 07.31.2022Psalms for the Summer: Psalm 33 // Matt Metzger | 07.31.2022 by Blackhawk Church
2022-08-0237 minBlackhawk Church MessagesPsalms for the Summer: Psalm 148 // Chris Dolson | 07.24.2022Psalms for the Summer: Psalm 148 // Chris Dolson | 07.24.2022 by Blackhawk Church
2022-07-2434 min
Blackhawk Church MessagesPsalms for the Summer: Psalm 3 // Charles Yu | 07.17.2022Psalms for the Summer // Psalm 3 // Charles Yu | 07.17.2022 by Blackhawk Church
2022-07-1938 min
Blackhawk Church MessagesRe:Work // Rethinking Joy // Matt Metzger and Charles Huang | 7.10.2022Re:Work // Rethinking Joy // Matt Metzger and Charles Huang | 7.10.2022 by Blackhawk Church
2022-07-1037 min
Blackhawk Church MessagesRe:Work // Rethinking Identity // Matt Rusten | 07.3.2022Re:Work // Rethinking Identity // Matt Rusten | 07.3.2022 by Blackhawk Church
2022-07-0738 minBlackhawk Church MessagesRe:Work // Rethinking Rest // Michael Knapstad | 06.26.2022Re:Work // Rethinking Rest // Michael Knapstad | 06.26.2022 by Blackhawk Church
2022-06-2740 min
Blackhawk Church MessagesRe: Work // Rethinking Work // Chris Dolson | 6.19.2022Re: Work // Rethinking Work // Chris Dolson | 6.19.2022 by Blackhawk Church
2022-06-2041 min
Blackhawk Church MessagesLife that Is Truly Life // Matt Metzger | 06.12.2022Life that Is Truly Life // Matt Metzger | 06.12.2022 by Blackhawk Church
2022-06-1237 min
Blackhawk Church MessagesMicah: Promise-Keeping God // Lynne Benik | 06.05.2022Micah: Promise-Keeping God // Lynne Benik | 06.05.2022 by Blackhawk Church
2022-06-0533 min
Blackhawk Church MessagesMicah: Swords Into Plowshares // Charles Yu | 505.29.2022Micah: Swords Into Plowshares // Charles Yu | 505.29.2022 by Blackhawk Church
2022-05-3036 min
Blackhawk Church MessagesMicah: Transforming Our Community // Matt Metzger | 05.22.2022Micah: Transforming Our Community // Matt Metzger | 05.22.2022 by Blackhawk Church
2022-05-2221 min
Blackhawk Church MessagesMicah: Do Justice, Love Mercy, Walk Humbly with Your God // Daniel Owen | 05.15.2022Micah: Do Justice, Love Mercy, Walk Humbly with Your God // Daniel Owen | 05.15.2022 by Blackhawk Church
2022-05-1535 min
Blackhawk Church MessagesMicah: Leaders Leave A Wake // Chris Kopp | 05.08.2022Micah: Leaders Leave A Wake // Chris Kopp | 05.08.2022 by Blackhawk Church
2022-05-0837 min
Blackhawk Church MessagesMicah: More Than a Magic Kingdom // Charles Yu | 05.01.2022Micah: More Than a Magic Kingdom // Charles Yu | 05.01.2022 by Blackhawk Church
2022-05-0138 min
Blackhawk Church MessagesMicah: A God of Justice // Chris Dolson | 04.24.2022Micah: A God of Justice // Chris Dolson | 04.24.2022 by Blackhawk Church
2022-04-2541 min
Blackhawk Church MessagesEaster: Because He Lives // Matt Metzger | 04.17.2022Easter: Because He Lives // Matt Metzger | 04.17.2022 by Blackhawk Church
2022-04-1836 minBlackhawk Church Next StepsNext Steps // FreedUp – Group Preview | 03.23.22Stressed or anxious about finances? Tiffany and Chris talk with guest Tim Schiefelbein about an upcoming group opportunity called “FreedUp” that can help guide and equip us to manage money in healthier ways through Biblical wisdom. To sign up for FreedUp, head to Blackhawk.church/groups. Questions or comments? Email us at podcast@blackhawkchurch.org
2022-03-2316 minBlackhawk Church Next StepsEvangelism | The Missional Context in Madison with Dr. Christopher JamesListen in as Tiffany and Chris talk with Dr. Christopher James, the Associate Professor of Evangelism and Missional Christianity at the University of Dubuque Theological Seminary. We’ll talk about the missional context here in Madison and Dane County, and some of innovative things churches are doing to love their neighbors well. 9:38 – An “ecology of churches” working together in Madison //16:27 – Madison’s “post-Christian” context //20:46 – What Madison’s changing context means for mission //24:28 – “Come and See” vs. “Go and Be” //28:29 – The city of Madison compared to surrounding rural areas //35:13 – Some of t...
2021-12-2257 min
2021-10-1030 minBlackhawk Church Next StepsRooted | Heaven and HellThis week, we answer questions about Heaven and Hell and the shape of eternity. Thanks for sending in your questions! Due to the amount of questions we received, we weren’t able to cover all of them, but we’ll try to respond to as many of your emails as possible. If you have follow-up questions from today’s episode, email us at podcast@blackhawkchurch.org. If it would be helpful for you to talk with someone from our Care team about the recent loss of a loved one or anything else that these topics have b...
2021-09-0134 minBlackhawk Church Next StepsNext Steps | Interview with Chris and Becky DolsonThis week, we sit down with Pastor Chris and his wife Becky to reflect on their 27 years at Blackhawk Church. They tell stories about doing backflips in the middle of the street, how they work on sermons together, and what they’re looking forward to in this next season. Don’t miss it! Email us at podcast@blackhawkchurch.org
2021-06-1649 minBlackhawk Church Next StepsBreak Through | Dealing with Anxiety and Raising Healthy Kids // With Michelle OwenThis week we talk with Michelle Owen, a licensed counselor and member of Blackhawk Fitchburg, about dealing with anxiety and how to help our kids stay mentally and emotionally healthy. Message: Break Through: Encourage Our People | Chris Dolson Resources mentioned in this episode:Blackhawk Church Care Page: https://blackhawk.church/careWhat to do When You Worry Too Much: A Kid's Guide to Overcoming Anxiety by Dawn Huebner. https://www.dawnhuebnerphd.com/worry-too-much-overcoming-anxiety/. Try Softer by Aundi KolberGet Out of Your Head by Jennie Allen *Theme music by Travis Agnew
2021-01-2029 minBlackhawk Church Next StepsBreak Through | Self-Care with Sandra MaloneThis week we talk with Sandra Malone from our Care team about how to be attentive to our mental, emotional, spiritual, and physical health, and the importance of engaging in self-care. Message: Break Through: Face our Giants | Michael KnapstadResources mentioned in this episode: Blackhawk Care: https://blackhawk.church/care/ *Theme music by Travis Agnew Email us at podcast@blackhawkchurch.org
2021-01-1340 minBlackhawk Church Next StepsAdvent | LoveDustin and Andrea Pence, two of our worship and prayer volunteers at Blackhawk Church, take us through an Advent prayer experience that will help us center our hearts on Jesus and the love that he has for us. Contact us at podcast@blackhawkchurch.org.
2020-12-2315 minBlackhawk Church Next StepsAdvent | JoyDustin and Andrea Pence, two of our worship and prayer volunteers at Blackhawk Church, take us through an Advent prayer experience that will help us center our hearts on Jesus and the joy that he brings. Contact us at podcast@blackhawkchurch.org.
2020-12-1610 minBlackhawk Church Next StepsNext Steps | Q & A on Race with Pastor Charles YuIn this special bonus episode, we do a Q & A with Pastor Charles Yu on the topic of race. In this wide-ranging conversation, Charles answers questions about how to define race, systemic racism, Critical Race Theory, Black Lives Matter, Blackhawk’s multi-cultural vision, and the next steps we can take as individuals.4:40 – Charles’ background, 6:39 - defining race, 12:58 - race as a social construct, 14:43 - systemic racism, 32:25 - the Christian faith’s solution for racial injustice, 37:41 - differences between the social justice movement and the Kingdom of God, 42:35 - critical race theory, 47:18 - Black Lives Matter and BH’s involvem...
2020-11-251h 03Blackhawk Church Next StepsPolitics and Faith | Part 1This week we talk with Pastors Chris Dolson, Matt Metzger, and Charles Yu from our teaching team about how to approach voting as a Christ-follower, what to do if neither candidate perfectly aligns with our Christian faith, what they hope will be true of Blackhawk Church in this election season, and more. At the end, Ben Knox leads us through a prayer practice centered on politics that will help us see the candidates as created in the image of God, to pray for them, and to be people of peace. Resources mentioned in this episode:
2020-10-2856 minBlackhawk Church Next StepsNext Steps // Worship in the time of COVID // With Blackhawk Worship Pastors | 10.7.2020This week, we talk with Coliér, Travis, and Trevor, a few of our Blackhawk worship pastors, about what it’s looked like for them to remain connected to God and to worship in this COVID season. In the second half of the episode, Hannah Busse (Director of Worship Arts) leads us through a meditation and worship experience centered on John 15.Resources mentioned in this episode:We want your feedback! Email us at podcast@blackhawkchurch.org.Lectio 365 App - https://www.24-7prayer.com/dailydevotional...
2020-10-0737 min
Blackhawk TalkBlackhawk Talk #43After a few periods in the penalty box, Blackhawk Talk is back! This time, we are actually watching a game while recording. Join us as we watch last Sunday's nationally televised game vs Boston. For this show, Jimmy Mac & Mitch are joined by WGN Radio host Wendy Snyder. Wendy shares some cool stories about working at the flagship radio home for the Blackhawks while busting our balls along the way! GO HAWKS
2015-02-2430 min
Blackhawk TalkBlackhawk Talk #42We are back with the first edition of Blackhawk Talk for 2015. Jimmy Mac, Zander and Mitch discuss all of the Chicago Blackhawk hockey news that broke over the holiday season, including The Winter Classic, The play of Corey Crawford, and last night's victory over Minnesota. GO HAWKS.
2015-01-0936 min
Blackhawk TalkBlackhawk Talk #41Despite one bump in the road last week vs The Islanders, our Blackhawks continue to roll along at a dominant rate. Jimmy, Mitch and Zander are back this week to talk about everything on the minds of Hawks fans, including victories over Calgary and Minnesota, the subtraction of Jeremy Morin, and the stellar performance of our two backup goalies. And who the hell is Johnny Hockey? All this and more on Blackhawk Talk #41. GO HAWKS.
2014-12-2025 min
Blackhawk TalkBlackhawk Talk #40NEW SHOW! BLACKHAWK TALK #40: The Hawks keep mowing down the competition and show no signs of slowing down. This week, we talk about the wins verses tough competition and the players rising to the challenge. Plus, we look at the upcoming schedule, young players getting a shot and Zander's Facebook got hacked. GO HAWKS
2014-12-1125 min
Blackhawk TalkBlackhawk Talk #39: December 4, 2014The Hawks are back from the "Circus Trip" and so are we! It was a successful road trip for the team and we talk all about it, including the soaring Patrick Kane, the resurgent Kris Versteeg, and the aggressive Daniel Carcillo. Plus, info on where Corey Crawford was and what he was doing when he suffered his off-ice injury. And, Mitch pays tribute to a fallen player, Zander's ring tone is analyzed and Jimmy Mac rants about the whole stupid concept of "The Circus Trip". GO HAWKS
2014-12-0430 min
Blackhawk TalkBlackhawk Talk #38: November 14, 2014It appears things are getting back to normal as the Hawks celebrate back-to-back home victories vs Tampa Bay & San Jose. Join us as we discuss what is looking good about the Hawks and what is looking not-so-good. Zander is liking what he's seeing from Trevor Van Riemsdyk and we talk about TVR's potential as a future star in the NHL. Plus, we bitch about the Bears a little bit too. GO HAWKS
2014-11-1423 min
Blackhawk TalkBlackhawk Talk #37: November 6, 2014The Hawks finally end a period of frustration on the offensive end of the ice with a breakout victory vs Montreal. But at what cost? Sharpie is out for a while and the team will have to prove it's back on track without him. We predict who will step up in his absence and review the week of Blackhawk action. We also look forward to the upcoming homestand, hear about Jimmy Mac's experience at the Winnepeg game, and talk about the back-up goalie situation. GO HAWKS
2014-11-0629 min
Blackhawk TalkBlackhawk Talk #36: October 30, 2014We are recapping a rough 1-3 week for The Hawks as the team tries to pull itself together following the loss of Corey Crawford. That's the bad news. The good news...The kid from Lemont Scott Darling has made us instant fans of his play, and we discuss this cool hometown success story. Plus, Hossa's search for his 1000th career point, Brad Richards analysis, and more. GO HAWKS
2014-10-3027 min
Blackhawk TalkBlackhawk Talk #35: October 23, 2014We are back for more action on the ice with Blackhawk Talk. This week, we're talking about victories over Nashville & Philly. Jimmy Mac tells Zander & Mitch about sitting behind the glass for last Saturday's win over the Preds. It was a warped experience. Plus, metal detectors at the gate, Blackhawks vs Bears, and looking ahead to a busy week for the team. GO HAWKS
2014-10-2435 min
Blackhawk TalkBlackhawk Talk #33: October 16, 2014The Chicago Blackhawks are back for the 2014-15 season and so is Blackhawk Talk! Join Jimmy Mac, Mark Zander and Mitch Michaels every week as they break down all the action on the ice from a fans point of view. For this episode, we discuss the first three games of the regular season with victories against Dallas & Buffalo, along with an overtime loss to Calgary. Plus, features you will only find here, like a "Shoot the Puck" recap and more! GO HAWKS
2014-10-1725 min
Blackhawk TalkBlackhawk Talk: January 28, 2014The Hawks are scuffling right now and we are starting to feel frustrated here at Blackhawk Talk. We discuss the current struggles the team is going through including Bickell on the bench, Crawford's wear-and-tear, and the distraction of the upcoming Winter Olympics. We even go completely off-course with a critique of the Grammy Awards and more!
2014-01-2830 min
Blackhawk TalkBlackhawk Talk #32: January 13, 2014BLACKHAWK TALK IS BACK for 2014! Following an extended holiday break, Jimmy Mac, Mitch Michaels and Zander return to talk Chicago Blackhawks hockey for the new year. We address our concerns about the latest bout of inconsistency for the team and what could be a simmering goalie controversy in the wake of Antti Raanta's stellar play of late, Jimmy Mac talks about visiting the UC for a skate, and are there Mexican Blackhawk fans? All this and much more as Blackhawk Talk returns for the new year. GO HAWKS
2014-01-1331 min
Blackhawk TalkBlackhawk Talk #31: December 5, 2013The Hawks returned from a very successful "circus trip" with a loss against Dallas at the United Center. We discuss the good, the bad, and the ugly from Tuesday night's game, along with Zander's memories of the old Minnesota Northstars, Mitch's suggestions for beer consumption when sitting behind the glass, and Jimmy Mac cues up the wrong Patrick Kane spin-a-rama on YouTube. All this and more on Blackhawk Talk...GO HAWKS!
2013-12-0521 min
Blackhawk TalkBlackhawk Talk #30: November 25, 2013We are back to talk about the two big victories over Winnepeg and Vancouver, Marion Hossa's leave of absence, watching the games in bars, and we ask the question: Should pros play in the olympics? Plus, "Tree Turdy Tree in da Turd", ongoing hate for the Canuckle-Heads and two minutes for roughing this week on Blackhawk Talk. GO HAWKS
2013-11-2528 min
Blackhawk TalkBlackhawk Talk #29: November 21, 2013This week, we have mixed emotions as we look back at a week of two wins and two losses, Zander has a Raanta Rant, and why does the circus have to disrupt the home schedule for the Hawks every freaking year? GO HAWKS
2013-11-2123 min
Blackhawk TalkBlackhawk Talk #28: November 11, 2013We review another successful and undefeated week of Chicago Blackhawk hockey, including victories over Winnepeg, Dallas, and Edmonton. We talk about Hawks fans in the stands stealing helmets from Jets players, the overuse of "spin-a-rama", and what "Chelsea Dagger" means. The answers will both surprise and disappoint. Unless you are Mitch, who has a lot of balls in this episode. Even a spare to give away, if the price is right! GO HAWKS
2013-11-1126 min
Blackhawk TalkBlackhawk Talk #28: November 4, 2013We're back to review the past week in Chicago Blackhawks hockey. The Hawks had a pretty good week, highlighted by Jonathon Toews hat trick, stong play from the fourth line, and points earned in the standings. Plus, we also discuss other aspects of the Chicago sports scene that either amuse us or piss us off. And we look forward to what is ahead for The Hawks this week. GO HAWKS
2013-11-0441 min
Blackhawk TalkBlackhawk Talk #26: October 28, 2013Spirits are not exactly at an all-time high at Blackhawk Talk this week following last Saturday's season-worst loss to Minnesota, but Jimmy, Mitch, and Zander are pumped for another action-packed week of Chicago Blackhawk hockey. Get in the game as we look back at the week that was and preview what's to come. We talk about everything from the teams struggling penalty kill to the recall of Jeremy Morin and more. GO HAWKS
2013-10-2824 min
Blackhawk TalkBlackhawk Talk #25: October 21, 2013Blackhawk Talk is back for the 2013-14 season! Join Jimmy Mac, Mitch Michaels, and Zander for weekly discussions about the world champ Chicago Blackhawks from a fan's perspective. This week, Jimmy Mac shares his experience of attending Saturday night's Hawks vs Toronto game and we break-down what we like and don't like about the team in the early part of the season, who are the early stand-outs, and the Hawks charity work. Plus, we give Coach Q his well-deserved props! No pompous, no-it-all "sports guy" talk here...Just passionate fans talking about their favorite team in the NHL...GO HAW...
2013-10-2144 min
Blackhawk TalkBlackhawk Talk #24 - LIVE from the Blackhawks Victory RallyJoin Jimmy Mac and Mitch Michaels as they bring you Blackhawk Talk LIVE from the Blackhawks Victory Rally in Chicago's Grant Park. Recorded live on June 28, 2013, Jimmy and Mitch bring you their experiences hanging out by the stage for the biggest victory rally the city of Chicago has ever seen. Plus, highlights of the rally itself including Jim Cornelison's National Anthem, and all the great speeches from Coach Q and the stars of the team. Even Corey Crawford dropping the F bomb twice! It's a first-hand account of the excitement and energy from a historic day in Chicago sports his...
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Blackhawk TalkBlackhawk Talk #23 - June 25, 2013The champagne corks are flying around Blackhawk Talk this week as Jimmy Mac, Mitch Michaels and Zander celebrate the big victory...The Blackhawks are the 2013 NHL Stanley Cup Champions! We talk about the big wins in the Final and the road to get there, including funny stories from the night of the decisive Game 6, and where the team goes from here. This season was a fierce battle from start to finish and Blackhawk Talk was there every step of the way. Bring on the victory parade!
2013-06-2540 min
Blackhawk TalkBlackhawk Talk #22: June 16, 2013The Hawks are down 2-1 in the Stanley Cup Final and Blackhawk Talk is back to vent our frustrations and express our optimism. We talk about the first 3 games of the Final and what it will take for the Hawks to get back on top. Plus, we talk about the stupid stuff nobody else does...Like fancypants National Anthem singers in Boston, how to properly pronounce "Bruins", and the clinical definition of a "Tukka Rask". And, if you missed Andrew Shaw dropping the F-Bomb on national TV, we got that too. All this plus 'Peckerhead Pierre" this week on Blac...
2013-06-1846 min
Blackhawk TalkBlackhawk Talk #21 - June 11, 2013Blackhawk Talk is back! Jimmy Mac, Mark Zander and Mitch Michaels talk about the big Western Conference Championship clinching double-OT victory over LA last Saturday. Everything from where we watched the game, to the food we ate, to the action itself on the ice, we cover it all. Plus, we look at the matchups against Boston for the finals, playoff beard madness continues, and Mitch met Coach Q! All this and more on Blackhawk Talk #21...GO HAWKS!
2013-06-1137 min
Blackhawk TalkBlackhawk Talk #20 - June 6, 2013Jimmy Mac, Zander, and Mitch Michaels are back to talk Hawks, including getting caught up on the Western Conference Finals vs LA and the incredible Game 7 of the semi-finals against Detroit. Jimmy explains the challenging evening of recording game 7 on his DVR while avoiding spoilers at his son's junior high graduation night. Plus, we break down all the action in the LA series and our playoff beards continue to grow! GO HAWKS
2013-06-0631 min
Blackhawk TalkBlackhawk Talk #19 - May 28, 2013It's come down to a do-or-die Game 7 in the Western Conference Semifinals for the Hawks. We look forward to the action coming up and look back at Games 3-6 as the playoffs roll on. Also, we wonder what goes on in that NHL "War Room" in Toronto, more DVR adventures, and what's up with throwing octupus on the ice in Detroit. GO HAWKS
2013-05-2831 min
Blackhawk TalkBlackhawk Talk #18 - May 21, 2013As the playoffs continue with the Hawks vs Detroit, we sit down to discuss this tough matchup and break-down what is going right for the Hawks, and what is going wrong. Zander explains the keys to the game and Jimmy Mac takes Zander's keys. Literally. Plus, Mitch still refuses to join the Playoff Beard Club. And the dangers of the social networking whammy. GO HAWKS.
2013-05-2124 min
Blackhawk TalkBlackhawk Talk #17: May 14, 2013This week on Blackhawk Talk...We look back at the first round of the playoffs and look ahead at the 2013 Stanley Cup Playoffs Conference Semifinals vs Detroit. Zander went to game 5 against Minnesota and he tells us all about it. We look at the matchup against The Red Wings and give our predictions about how the series will go down. Plus, is there a league conspiracy to extend each series to game 7? And, memories of the old Chicago Stadium on Blackhawk Talk #17! GO HAWKS
2013-05-1433 min
Blackhawk TalkBlackhawk Talk #16 - May 7, 2013The playoffs are here! This week, we talk about the first three games in the Minnesota Wild series, a little about Derrick Rose (not hockey, but Zander had to rant), and the unfortunate firing of Susannah Collins from Comcast Sportsnet. Shoot the Puck will never be the same. GO HAWKS
2013-05-0837 min
Blackhawk TalkBlackhawk Talk #15: April 29, 2013Welcome to BHawk Talk - Playoff Edition. We are getting ready to grow our beards all the way thru the Stanley Cup Finals. Listen this week as we prepare for what will surely be a successful playoff run for the Hawks. We discuss the President Trophy-clinching victory over Edmonton, Friday's win vs Calgary and Saturday's season-ending loss to St Louis. And, we look ahead to the first round of the playoffs vs Minnesota. It's Blackhawk Talk - Good Beers and Bad Beards. GO HAWKS
2013-04-2923 min
Blackhawk TalkBlackhawk Talk #14: April 23, 2013Blackhawk Talk returns as The Hawks push toward the Presidents Trophy and the post-season. As we wrap up the regular season, many questions remain, and Jimmy Mac, Zander, and Mitch Michaels are back to discuss issues such as: Should we grow playoff beards, was Bozo clowning around during "Shoot The Puck", and WTF is the deal with those moronic "Green Men" in Vancouver. Plus, we review the Pat Foley 30th Anniversary tribute and more as we approach the Playoffs. GO HAWKS.
2013-04-2439 min
Blackhawk TalkBlackhawk Talk #13 - April 16, 2013Blackhawk Talk is back to discuss victorious games against Detroit, St. Louis and Dallas. Plus, Goalie Talk - Crawford or Emery, the depth of the team, Pat Foley celebrates 30 years behind the mic, puck-shaped food and more!
2013-04-1639 min
Blackhawk TalkBlackhawk Talk #12: April 11, 2013Jimmy Mac, Zander and Mitch Michaels are back for another exciting edition of Blackhawk Talk! We are pucking around and talking about the last four Hawks games including a shootout loss against The Blues, a pair of big wins vs The Preds, and Monday's victory over The Wild. Plus, Happy Gilmore, the emergence of Ray Emery as #1 goalie, and Captain Serious makes a young fans dream come true.
2013-04-1135 min
Blackhawk TalkBlackhawk Talk #11 - April 3, 2013Blackhawk Talk is back and so is Mitch Michaels, who joins Jimmy Mac and Zander, to discuss the latest Chicago Blackhawk games and news. We talk about wild victories against Nashville and Detroit, and we cry in our beers over a lone loss against the pesky Ducks. Plus, opinions on the trade to bring Michal Handzus back to the Hawks, how to watch the games in peace, and we even talk about that NCAA dude who snapped his leg in half. GO HAWKS.
2013-04-0335 min
Blackhawk TalkBlackhawk Talk #10 - March 27, 2013The Hawks are back in town and so are we! This week, Jimmy Mac and Zander discuss a loss against LA and a victory against Calgary. Plus, Jim Belushi, Mr T, and a Calgary Flames player takes one to the family jewels. GO HAWKS
2013-03-2831 min
Blackhawk TalkBlackhawk Talk #9 - March 21, 2013Alright puckheads! Blackhawk Talk is back to celebrate a huge week of dominating Hawk victories and drown our sorrows following a big loss as the two top teams in the NHL faced off in Anaheim. Jimmy Mac, Mitch Michaels and Zander breakdown all of the important developments happening over the course of the past week in Blackhawk hockey. Plus, some talk about the Chicago sports scene in general including the divorce between Brian Urlacher and The Bears. We think the Hawks should sign him!
2013-03-2132 min
Blackhawk TalkBlackhawk Talk #8 - March 14, 2013Blackhawk Talk returns with Jimmy Mac, Mark Zander and Mitch Michaels talking about all things Hawks. The streak has ended and a new one has begun. Unfortunately, the new streak is a losing streak and that sucks. But has the magic been removed from this team? We don't think so! We talk about the last week of Chicago Blackhawks hockey and discuss what brought their record-setting point streak to an end. Plus, just in time for the green Hawks sweaters, it's St. Patrick Kane's Day!
2013-03-1423 min
Blackhawk TalkBlackhawk Talk #7: March 5, 2013With Zander out this week, Jimmy Mac is joined by Chicago rock radio icon Mitch Michaels to talk Blackhawks. The streak of consecutive games without a loss in regulation continues at 22 and we discuss victories over St. Louis, Columbus, and the hated Detroit Red Wings. Plus, talk about the latest Hawk commercials, hot chicks participating in Shoot The Puck, and more.
2013-03-0521 min
Blackhawk TalkBlackhawk Talk #6: February 28, 2013Jimmy Mac and Zander are back to talk about historic Chicago Blackhawk victories against San Jose, Columbus, and Edmonton. We continue our man-crush on Marian Hossa, talk about Kaner's history of mouthguard munching, and give Susanna Collins her first semester report card. Plus, Coach Q's mustache, Shoot-The-Puck, and a Zeppelin tribute to The Hawks.
2013-02-2830 min
Blackhawk TalkBlackhawk Talk #5: February 22, 2013Jimmy Mac & Zander return to discuss the continuation of the historic run to open the 2013 Chicago Blackhawks season. One-third of the way into the season and the Hawks are still undefeated in regulation as they approach sole ownership of the best start in NHL history. We chat about the last week of games vs Anaheim, San Jose, LA and the dreaded Canuckleheads. Also, we ask the question: Pierre McGuire - Puck Head or Pecker Head? Plus, we talk about Toews the Enforcer, crappy bars, and just who is that dude in the suit who sits in the penalty box the...
2013-02-2130 min
Blackhawk TalkBlackhawk Talk: #4 - February 12, 2013Blackhawk Talk is back to discuss an extremely successful road trip for our first-place Hawks. We talk about victories against San Jose, Pheonix, and Nashville along with chat about some of the crazy Blackhawks TV commercials we've seen recently. The Hawks keep winning and Blackhawk Talk is here to help keep the spirit alive between games...By fans for fans. GO HAWKS.
2013-02-1224 min
Blackhawk TalkBlackhawk Talk #3 - February 5, 2013Jimmy Mac and Zander discuss the past week of Blackhawks hockey, including Saturday night's big overtime win in Calgary, along with games in Minnesota and Vancouver. We also chat a little Zeppelin too. GO HAWKS.
2013-02-0519 min
Blackhawk TalkBlackhawk Talk: #2 - January 29, 2013Jimmy Mac and Mark Zander break down the week of undefeated Blackhawk hockey, discussing wins vs St Louis, Dallas, Columbus and a big victory at home against Detroit. Plus, we talk about some new Hawks TV commercials and more! Blackhawk Hockey...Presented by fans for fans. GO HAWKS.
2013-01-2923 min
Blackhawk TalkBlackhawk Talk #1 - January 22, 2013Jimmy Mac and Mark Zander bring you Blackhawk Talk - Commentary & Conversation about The Chicago Blackhawks. Presented by fans for fans, Blackhawk Talk brings you an unfiltered look at the games, players, and experiences of being a Hawks fan. For our premiere episode, we look at the first to games of the 2013 season - Blackhawks vs Kings (Saturday 1/19) and Blackhawks vs Coyotes (Sunday 1/20). Go Hawks
2013-01-2222 min