Shows
Beyond the PondBeyond The Pond: Jesse Granger, Kevin Gorg, EJ HradekFalness and Pat are back talking hockey! They’re joined by Vegas writer Jesse Granger, Kevin Gorg, and EJ Hradek!2025-04-261h 30Beyond the PondBeyond The Pond: Wally Shaver, Kevin Gorg, Alex Stalock, Tony ScottFalness and Pat are back talking hockey! They’re joined by Gophers VOX Wally Shaver, Kevin Gorg, former Wild Alex Stalock, and Tony Scott!2025-01-251h 31
The Kindness ChroniclesHoliday ChatterA little Holiday Chatter from the KC Crew. Wishing you all Merry Christmas or whatever you may celebrate this time of year.2024-12-1340 minThe Kindness ChroniclesGrandpa Gorgie the GoalieBig news in the Gorg family! We try to discuss politics and it goes nowhere. We land on a discussion of legendary Coach Bill Lechner and John's cousin Matt Benz, a great guy who was just recognized for 1500 games as the Minnesota Wild's Equipment Manager. 2024-11-1528 min
Paul Allen#92Noon! 9am Hour 11/14 - VOX In the Box! John Hynes, Kevin GorgPA & Kevin Gorg chat with Wild HC John Hynes ahead of tonight's matchup with Montreal. Gorg hangs around for more hockey conversation.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.2024-11-1447 minThe Kindness ChroniclesAnthony LaPantaAnthony LaPanta joins us to talk family, friends and food (and not necessarily in that order) and his personal Mt. Rushmore of local "good guys" he has encountered in the professional sports world.2024-10-2545 minThe Kindness ChroniclesEric Johnson, DINOMIGHTSWe discuss a unique program that brings hockey to children in the heart of Minneapolis and St. Paul , DINOMIGHTS. We visit with Impact Hockey owner and DINOMIGHTS Volunteer, Eric Johnson (Self described Johnny Clueless fan, Kevin Gorg admirer and complete stranger to John Schwietz.)2024-10-0828 minThe Kindness ChroniclesKevin's "Criminal Chronicles"From MN Nice to True Confessions. The positive side of bad choices.2024-08-0636 minThe Kindness ChroniclesUS Open and "The Room"We let Steve sit this one out. Kevin and John discuss a Father's Day US Open, the perils of hosting a podcast called "The Kindness Chronicles" and the importance of having the right guys "In the Room," for teams like the Twins and The Wild.2024-06-1827 minThe Kindness ChroniclesPreposterous Statements/Don't Be THAT GuyWe discuss a variety of topics, from Kevin's "Preposterous Statements" hall-of-fame record, to Minnesota's extraordinary culture of philanthropy to a few"Don't Be THAT Guy tips. 2024-05-1533 minThe Kindness ChroniclesJulia Yach/Canvas HealthThis week we discuss all things Canvas Health with Julia Yach, Director of Development and bunch of other stuff at Canvas. Canvas has 35 programs that provide support to people of all ages. We discuss their programs in the mental health space and a unique Embedded Social Worker Program with the Columbia Heights Police Department. 2024-01-2345 minThe Kindness ChroniclesPine Tree Apple Tennis ClassicPTATC Event Coordinator, Lisa Mushett and past "participant," Josh Anderson discuss the exceptionally successful Tennis event that benefits Children's Minnesota Hospital and a variety of other great causes. 2024-01-1750 minThe Kindness ChroniclesCasey O'BrienWHAT. A. GUY. They don't get much better than this one. We visit with Former Golden Gopher Football player, Casey O'Brien. "Impressive,..Inspiring...Important." There really are not words to describe how much Casey's story touched us. Grab a tissue. We did.2024-01-1234 minThe Kindness ChroniclesSpecial Ed...featuring the Boime BoysWe visit with members of the Boime Family who have experienced the joys of working in the special education field. We also check in with KG and the Gorg Girls...heading to a movie.2023-12-2740 minThe Kindness ChroniclesKG and Sgt. McGinnThis one went a bit long. We catch ups with KG and the surging Minnesota Wild. KG provides a hotel review. We apologize to theHM class of 87 and connect again with recently retired St. Paul Police Sergeant, Mike McGinn. Pack a lunch for this one. 2023-12-071h 02
One-on-One With Joe O'DonnellEpisode 21 - Kevin Gorg, Bally Sports North ReporterJoe O'Donnell catches up with Kevin Gorg, who has covered the Minnesota Wild as a television rink side reporter since 2006. They discuss the Wild's improved play under new head coach John Hynes as well as the final days around the team just prior to the coaching change. They also dive into Gorg's job as a TV reporter, his role at Canterbury Park as a track analyst, his playing days as a goaltender and more.2023-12-0656 minThe Kindness ChroniclesVikings Legends (featuring Tom West)Timing is everything. The enthusiasm we have for the Vikings may have been a bit premature, as this was recorded a couple weeks ago. Give it a listen and enjoy the irony of some of the excitement.2023-11-3031 minThe Kindness ChroniclesFriends-Giving (McGinn and Yocum)This week we invite two of the "great guys" from our Hill Murray High School days..Mike McGinn and Tony Yocum. Turns out, one is a legit super-hero and the other one prayed for cold weather. Cold weather that ultimately led to extraordinary generosity.. These two guys are the embodiment of "Kindness Chronicles."2023-11-221h 03The Kindness ChroniclesMinnow Tank Revisited...We decided to replay one of our favorites this week. Scheduling conflicts and technical challenges also contributed to our decision to go with a "Best of KC."2023-11-0945 minThe Kindness ChroniclesWillie Wisely/Open Arms MNWe've had some cool guests over the years...this one is FOR SURE the Grooviest. Musician/Rock Star, Willie Wisely and Misha from Open Arms MN discuss the First Annual "Show of Thanks," scheduled for Sunday, November 19 at the Granada Theater in Uptown Minneapolis2023-11-0234 minThe Kindness ChroniclesJack StahlmannMaybe things are BETTER than it seems. We explore the Positivity Chronicles with an entertaining, "Glass-is-Hal- Full-Guy," Jack Stahlmann. Impactful Keynote Speaker Social Media Recluse, Ex-Huffpost-er and Generally an Expert at Making Meetings Less Boring. 2023-10-2537 min
Beyond the PondBeyond The Pond: King, Blasi, Bowen, GorgFalness and Pat are back talking hockey! They’re joined by Wild Asst Coach Jason King, St Thomas Head Coach Rico Blasi, voice of the Maple Leafs Joe Bowen, and Bally Sports North’s Kevin Gorg!2023-10-141h 27The Kindness ChroniclesRemembering Vince Flynn (with JB Lloyd)A Kindness Chronicles salute to one of the good guys from our community. It has been 10 years since we lost an incredible storyteller, Author Vince Flynn. More notably, we lost a really kind person. We visit with Vince's roommate, College of St. Thomas friend and teammate, JB Lloyd. We realize that Vince had a lot of really good friends. Many closer friends. We were all just fortunate that Vince consistently treated us with a kindness that made us feel like we mattered to him. . 2023-10-1340 minThe Kindness ChroniclesScary Spice- Politics and HalloweenWe spend a little time on the scariest of topics...politics and address some of the lighter side of the season...halloween candy!2023-10-0931 minThe Kindness ChroniclesPumpkin Spice Kindness: Sporty SpiceWe review the latest in the sporting world...which was a lot of fun for Steve. 2023-10-0429 minThe Kindness ChroniclesListener Notes w/ Michael DempseyOur Avid Listener (we have one!) shares some notes about the program and quickly endears himself to the KC Crew. 2023-09-2144 minThe Kindness ChroniclesStorytime w/ Col. Roger LeddingA couple classic stories from a VETERAN Storyteller.2023-09-1545 minThe Kindness ChroniclesState Fair_Back to SchoolAfter a brief hiatus, the KC Crew discuss the Minnesota StatenFair, Back to School, and a variety of other random topics.2023-09-0643 minThe Kindness ChroniclesBest of KC: Justin PloofSummer activities have gotten the best of us and our schedules. Please enjoy another "best of" episode with one of our most popular guests, singer-songwriter, Justin Ploof.2023-08-2342 min