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Neutral Zone HotelNeutral Zone HotelThat's a Wrap!The Neutral Zone Hotel crew wraps up the last week in the NHL with the new CBA, entry draft, and free agency. This is the last regular episode of the season. Stay tuned for a few special episodes during the summer. We will return to weekly episodes in October.Alex welcomes Trevor to the Neutral Zone Hotel03:30 The crew discusses the new NHL CBA set to go into effect in the 2026-2027 season.22:01 They chat about the 2025 NHL Entry Draft.43:05 Finally, they cover the first day of NHL free agency and some notable trades.2025-07-041h 14Neutral Zone HotelNeutral Zone HotelI'm In A Group Chat with LesbiansIt's an all PWHL episode this week as we cover the Awards and Entry Draft.SJ welcomes Benjamin and Trevor to the Neutral Zone Hotel03:28 The crew discusses the 2024-2025 PWHL Awards.They recap the 2025 PWHL Entry Draft:10:15 Broadcast and in-person experience24:23 Admiring the fits27:16 First round selections and New York trades Ella Shelton for 3rd overall32:25 What is Mike Hirshfeld doing?43:56 Kristen Campbell traded to Vancouver48:41 Abby Roque and Kristin O'Neill are traded and Danièle Sauvageau is voted into the Hockey Hall of Fame51:24 Analyzing t...2025-06-271h 03Neutral Zone HotelNeutral Zone HotelNo One Ever Asks "What Would Chris Drury Do?"This week it's the Stanley Cup Final, the New York Rangers offseason, and PWHL free agency. 0:00 Benjamin welcomes SJ to the Neutral Zone Hotel1:46 The crew discusses the Stanley Cup Finals as the puck drops on game 6.15:35 The crew gives their thoughts on the New York Rangers.30:50 The crew recaps and discusses the start of the PWHL free agency period.Neutral Zone Hotel is a production of the Neutral Zone Hotel Team.More information is available at https://neutralzonehotel.comLogo design by Emily Mowbray.We're available o...2025-06-191h 05Neutral Zone HotelNeutral Zone HotelThey Should Have Used a WheelIt's a big week in the PWHL offseason. The crew recaps the expansion signing period and expansion draft. Also, NHL awards and something called the Stanley Cup Final.0:00 Benjamin welcomes SJ and Trevor to the Neutral Zone Hotel.1:26 The crew briefly discusses the NHL and AHL finals.6:13 The crew gives a quick update on NHL awards.12:37 The PWHL signing period is over. The crew talks about the signings for Seattle and Vancouver. 30:15 Next up is the PWHL expansion draft. The crew recaps the draft and discusses each pick.N...2025-06-131h 02Neutral Zone HotelNeutral Zone HotelWhere Is Hilary Knight Really From, Anyway?This week it's PWHL expansion, the Stanley Cup Final, and more NHL coach and GM hires. 0:00 Benjamin welcomes SJ and Leif to the Neutral Zone Hotel.2:37 The crew discusses the PWHL expansion draft, starting with the teams' protected lists.21:17 The PWHL players have voted to make their salaries public. The crew discusses the decision and what it means for the next CBA negotiation. 33:49 The crew gives their takes on the latest coach and general manager hires around the NHL. 50:51 The crew previews the Stanley Cup Final.You can fin...2025-06-061h 08Neutral Zone HotelNeutral Zone HotelPWHL Mock Expansion DraftThe Neutral Zone Hotel crew simulates the PWHL Expansion Draft for your listening pleasure. Tell us how we did!Benjamin welcomes SJ and Trevor to the Neutral Zone Hotel.02:32 The crew discusses the PWHL Finals and takes a quick detour into Goalie Number Lore.11:16 Trevor and SJ simulate the PWHL Expansion draft, acting as GMs of Seattle and Vancouver, with help from several loyal listeners who have created protection lists for their favorite teams.12:18 Protection lists are announced.23:24 We spin the wheel to see who gets to start signing players first in our...2025-05-301h 13Neutral Zone HotelNeutral Zone HotelSidney Crosby is a PikachuTrevor and Alex catch up on the PWHL and NHL playoffs then open up the mailbag to our beloved discord!0:00 Trevor welcomes Alex to the Neutral Zone Hotel1:10 The crew chats about the PWHL's Walter Cup Finals between the Minnesota Frost and the Ottawa Charge.7:50 They discuss the Stanley Cup playoffs matchups in the Eastern and Western Conferences. 19:27 It's mailbag time at the Neutral Zone Hotel!The Jarome Iginla hockey card referenced in the mailbag: https://i.ebayimg.com/images/g/NUUAAOSws4hjvekT/s-l1200.jpgNeutral Zone Hotel is a...2025-05-231h 00Neutral Zone HotelNeutral Zone HotelThis Is an F-1 Podcast NowBook it. This summer, all Formula One, all the time. But first, it's the first round of the PWHL playoffs, more NHL front office changes, and a complete ranking of all the NHL team names.0:00 SJ welcomes Trevor to the Neutral Zone Hotel. Trevor tells SJ about the Lego F-1 video, which you can find here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pdxiNBwxYxU2:54 First up, the crew talks the PWHL playoffs. 17:55 It's time to talk about NHL coaching changes. First up, the Ducks hired disgraced coach Joel Quenneville. Also, updates on the Vancouver Canucks c...2025-05-161h 22Neutral Zone HotelNeutral Zone HotelFirings and Playoffs and Draft Lotteries, Oh My!This week at the Neutral Zone Hotel, it's NHL playoffs recap, PWHL playoffs preview, the first televised NHL draft lottery, and Big Thoughts(tm) on Mike Sullivan. 0:00 First, Benjamin welcomes Alex and Trevor to their shifts at the Neutral Zone Hotel.2:01 Alex has Big Thoughts(tm) on Mike Sullivan.28:15 The NHL has finally televised its draft lottery. Benjamin and Trevor watched and give their thoughts. 39:04 The crew recaps the first round of the NHL playoffs.53:53 Finally, the crew previews the PWHL playoffs.Neutral Zone Hotel is a production of...2025-05-091h 00Neutral Zone HotelNeutral Zone HotelWhatever You Do, Don't Give Old Yeller the First Overall PickThis week, it's PWHL expansion, the NHL coaching carousel, and a simulated draft lottery.0:00 Benjamin welcomes Trevor and SJ to the Neutral Zone Hotel1:40 The PWHL has announced expansion to Vancouver and Seattle. The crew talks about the new teams and where they'll play. Then they talk expansion draft. 28:20 The crew discusses the situation in New York and whether the Sirens might move. 36:35 Everyone's been fired. The crew has takes. 53:24 The crew simulates the NHL draft lottery.Neutral Zone Hotel is a production of the Neutral Zone Hotel Tea...2025-05-021h 04Neutral Zone HotelNeutral Zone HotelIt's Firing SeasonIt's the time of year where NHL teams fire coaches and members of the front office. Or, they do nothing because they might hire someone even worse next time. Also, the crew talks about two sexual assault scandals. One old, one new.0:00 Benjamin welcomes SJ and Trevor to the Neutral Zone Hotel.2:37 First up, the crew discusses the new Katie Strang article, about the Rangers and Artemi Panarin settling a claim from a former Rangers employee that he sexually harassed her. 10:06 The crew discusses the start of the sexual assault trial of the five p...2025-04-251h 11Neutral Zone HotelNeutral Zone HotelIntroducing the Mike Smith AwardThis week, the crew talks PWHL draft, NHL awards, and Robidas Island.0:00 Benjamin welcomes SJ and Trevor to the Neutral Zone Hotel2:24 The crew discusses the upcoming 2025 PWHL draft, taking place in June in Ottawa and the effects of possible league expansion. 18:06 The crew prognosticates the NHL awards and proposes their own awards.54:27 San Jose Sharks captain Logan Couture has called it a career and now he's heading to Robidas Island. Benjamin shares his picks for the all-time team from the Island. Neutral Zone Hotel is a production of the Ne...2025-04-181h 06Neutral Zone HotelNeutral Zone HotelI Pay for Elite Prospects So I Don't Have to Watch College HockeyThis week, Alex Ovechkin beats the NHL goals record set by some guy named Wayne Gretzky, the Habs are probably going to make the playoffs, and it's the first round of the WHL playoffs. 0:00 SJ welcomes Benjamin to the Neutral Zone Hotel2:35 The crew discusses Alex Ovechkin's record setting goal and the legacy of Wayne Gretzky in Canada. 22:15 The Montreal Canadiens are very close to making the playoffs. Benjamin recounts the team's path back to the playoffs. 50:32 SJ and Benjamin discuss the first round of the WHL playoffs.Neutral Zone Hot...2025-04-111h 01Neutral Zone HotelNeutral Zone HotelRock Lobsters, Water Moccasins, and the Demise of John TortorellaToday the crew takes a wide look at hockey across North America, from the PWHL to the FPHL, NHL, and even the WHL. Folks, there's a lot of hockey leagues!Benjamin welcomes SJ, Trevor, and our special guest, Will, to the Neutral Zone Hotel.00:00 A retrospective on the PWHL Takeover Tour game in St. Louis with some extra special bonus FPHL talk.22:42 John Tortorella is fired by the Philadelphia Flyers. (He did not die.)32:52 The NHL signs a huge new Canadian TV deal with Rogers.44:43 The WHL has a new...2025-04-041h 08Neutral Zone HotelNeutral Zone HotelSomeone Needs to get The Athletic a MapThis week it's a potential U.S.-Russia super series, the PWHL Takeover Tour, and cut-resistant hockey gear.0:00 Benjamin welcomes SJ to the Neutral Zone Hotel.6:45 The crew talks about the press release on the U.S. and Russia about organizing hockey games. 19:09 In the third segment of the show, the crew discusses the PWHL Takeover Tour stop in Detroit.41:15 The crew discusses Tom Fitzgerald's presentation on cut-resistant equipment at the NHL GM meetings.Neutral Zone Hotel is a production of the Neutral Zone Hotel Team.More information is a...2025-03-2156 minLittle Mandarin: Learn Chinese through conversationsLittle Mandarin: Learn Chinese through conversationsS01E20【ENG】🧘‍♀️ Under Pressure: Expressing Stress in Mandarin 😫💭Feeling overwhelmed? Stressed out? 😫 We’ve all been there! But how do you express stress naturally in Mandarin? In this episode, we dive into how stress is viewed in Chinese culture, introduce key grammar and vocabulary, and provide real-life example sentences to help you sound natural when talking about pressure. 🏋️‍♂️By the end of this episode, you’ll be able to:✅ Express different levels of stress in Mandarin✅ Learn useful phrases for daily conversations and work settings✅ Understand cultural nuances of discussing stress in ChinaSo take a deep breath 😮‍💨, relax, and let’s learn together! 🎙️✨...2025-03-1819 minNeutral Zone HotelNeutral Zone HotelI Don't Like Daylight Saving Time, EitherThis week the crew talks NHL trade deadline, Alex recounts her experience at the latest PWHL Takeover Tour game, and... a sleepover? 0:00 Trevor welcomes Alex to the Neutral Zone Hotel2:54 Alex attended the PWHL Takeover Tour game in Raleigh between the Minnesota Frost and the Ottawa Charge. SHe and Trevor talk about the Raleigh PWHL experience.21:00 The crew recaps the NHL trade deadline, starting with the Canucks and Penguins.27:51 Talking about the big deals. Mikko Rantanen is up first. 40:51 The crew talks about my new favorite player, Brad Marchand.51:08 Quick hits on...2025-03-141h 02Neutral Zone HotelNeutral Zone HotelI Don't Think I Could Do Quadratic Equations, EitherThis week there's controversy in L.A., college degrees for former hockey players, and two members of the crew talk about their experience seeing eight hockey games. 0:00 Benjamin welcomes SJ to the Neutral Zone Hotel2:50 The crew discusses the controversy over Turkish-manufactured scarves for the Los Angeles Kings' Armenian Night.12:45 Boston College and the NHLPA have introduced a program for former hockey players to get a degree after their career is over. The crew outlines the plan and discusses the progress of the PA on these kinds of programs.25:23 It's Hockey Week i...2025-03-071h 15Neutral Zone HotelNeutral Zone HotelSomeone Paid How Much for a Marie-Philip Poulin Hockey Card?The PWHL Takeover continues. The crew and special guest Liz talk about the latest Takeover Tour game in Buffalo, a new record price for a womens' hockey card, the Four Nations final, and separating the art from the artist. Or the athlete from their takes, as the case may be. 0:00 John welcomes Trevor, Alex, and this week's special guest Liz to the Neutral Zone Hotel.2:39 The PWHL Takeover Tour visited Buffalo this week with a game between the New York Sirens and Boston Fleet. John and Liz went to the game. The crew discusses the game a...2025-02-281h 01Neutral Zone HotelNeutral Zone HotelThe PWHL Visits EdmontonThis week Trevor, SJ, Benjamin, and special guest Jordan discuss the PWHL takeover game in Edmonton and the Four Nations Faceoff.0:00 Trevor welcomes Benjamin, SJ, and this week's special guest, Jordan, to the Neutral Zone Hotel.3:34 Jordan went to the PWHL Edmonton Takeover Game. The crew talks about the game, and compares it to the other takeover games this season.18:53 The crew does a vibes check on the Ottawa Charge. 29:30 The crew quickly rounds up the rest of the PWHL.37:57 It's time for 4 Nations Feels. First, the crew discusses the t...2025-02-211h 12Neutral Zone HotelNeutral Zone HotelNow We're Really Getting Into the WeedsThis week, the crew breaks down the state of the Seattle Kraken and previews the Four Nations Tournament.0:00 Benjamin welcomes SJ to the Neutral Zone Hotel4:32 In Kraken Corner, SJ talks about the current state of the Seattle Kraken.33:08 The crew previews the Four Nations tournament and answers the question: How fake is it?Neutral Zone Hotel is a production of the Neutral Zone Hotel Team.More information is available at https://neutralzonehotel.comLogo design by Emily Mowbray.We're available on YouTube and all the major podcast platforms.2025-02-071h 05Neutral Zone HotelNeutral Zone HotelRantanen and RavingThis week the crew talks trades, goaltenders and PWHL hockey cards. 0:00 Benjamin welcomes Trevor and Alex to the Neutral Zone Hotel.1:47 We have a trade to announce. The Colorado Avalanche have traded Mikko Rantanen to the Carolina Hurricanes in a three team trade also involving the Chicago Blackhawks. The crew has takes. 20:48 The crew uses the Logan Thompson signing as a starting point for a discussion of recent goaltender contracts. 50:29 Trevor talks about the new PWHL hockey card set from Upper Deck. And it's the return of Crack-A-Pack.Neutral Zone Hot...2025-01-311h 03Neutral Zone HotelNeutral Zone HotelConnor McPissyOn this week's Neutral Zone Hotel, Connor McDavid gets suspended, the NHL visits the great outdoors in Florida, the crew talks through the Calder race, and we have a situation in Vancouver.0:00 Benjamin welcomes John and SJ to the Neutral Zone Hotel2:18 In a surprising display of Connor on Connor violence, Connor McDavid was suspended three games for cross-checking Connor Garland in the head. 21:35 A new episode of As The Puck Spins, about the situation between J.T. Miller and Elias Pettersson.32:30 The NHL announced two outdoor games in Florida next year. T...2025-01-2453 minNeutral Zone HotelNeutral Zone HotelThe PWHL Takes OverThere's no NHL talk this week as the PWHL takes over both NHL arenas and this podcast. 0:00 SJ welcomes Trevor and this week's special guests Madison and Emily to the Neutral Zone Hotel3:21 Everyone went to a PWHL Takeover game last week! The crew talks all about it.5:03 Merch sales13:25 The game experience41:46 Overall impressions55:24 SJ presents a new game: Name That League.Neutral Zone Hotel is a production of the Neutral Zone Hotel Team.More information is available at https://neutralzonehotel.comLogo design by Emily M...2025-01-171h 08Neutral Zone HotelNeutral Zone HotelLane Is the New HutnessThis week it's labor union talk, a World Champion of Juniors has been crowned, and a Cup of Vibes is handed out.0:00 SJ welcomes Benjamin and Trevor to the Neutral Zone Hotel.2:20 The Athletic writers have signed union cards! Fuck the New York Times! 12:45 The United States has won back-to-back World Juniors Championships for the first time. Benjamin was at the gold medal game. 34:11 It's the Return of the Vibes Cup(tm). The crew summarizes vibes around the NHL's teams.Neutral Zone Hotel is a production of the Neutral Zone Ho...2025-01-0956 minNeutral Zone HotelNeutral Zone HotelThe NZH Broadcaster DraftThis week, it's another holiday special as the crew drafts broadcast teams.0:00 John welcomes himself to the Neutral Zone Hotel for this holiday week episode.1:25 In the first NZH broadcaster draft, SJ, Benjamin, Trevor, and John draft broadcasters for the hockey games on their hypothetical sports networks.Each participant must draft:1 Play-by-play announcer1 Color commentator1 Rinkside reporter1 Intermission host2 Intermission analystsPlease vote for the winner of the draft and talk about your favorite broadcasters on our discord: https://neutralzonehotel.com/discordNeutral Zone...2025-01-0334 minNeutral Zone HotelNeutral Zone HotelIt's World Juniors Time!It's a special World Juniors preview edition of the Neutral Zone Hotel. But first a little NHL talk. And then, the crew plays a game. 0:00 SJ welcomes Benjamin and Trevor to the Neutral Zone Hotel. Trevor bemoans the state of the Canucks and the crew discusses the apparent rift between Elias Pettersson and J.T. Miller.5:20 The Seattle Kraken traded Will Borgen and some picks to the New York Rangers for Kappo Kakko.9:34 The Montreal Canadiens have made a trade.10:19 The crew previews this year's Men's World Junior Champsionships. 38:43 Benjamin le...2024-12-2452 minNeutral Zone HotelNeutral Zone HotelWe're Going to Need More Rings in This RoomIt's game night at the Neutral Zone Hotel. But first the crew talks trading cards and teams that can't win.0:00 Benjamin welcomes Trevor and SJ to the Neutral Zone Hotel3:24 Two guys in Saskatchewan were ripped off by a disreputable trading card dealer in Quebec. Resident card collector Trevor explains the situation.11:27 The crew talks about roster construction and what it means to teams like Sabres and Red Wings who just can't seem to win.21:05 Benjamin hosts a round of Jeopardy.Neutral Zone Hotel is a production of the Neutral...2024-12-2044 minNeutral Zone HotelNeutral Zone HotelWhere Everyone Sounds Like Jeff MarekThis week, the PWHL takes too many breaks, Maggie Flaherty is suspended, Jacob Trouba is traded, and Benjamin recounts the history of international hockey tournaments.0:00 Benjamin welcomes SJ to the Neutral Zone Hotel1:37 First up is a discussion about the length of the PWHL schedule because of the large number of international breaks.8:11 The Minnesota Frost's Maggie Flaherty was suspended 2 games for a hit on Boston’s Alina Müller.10:26 The Rangers traded captain Jacob Trouba to Anaheim and then signed Igor Shesterkin to an extension.22:25 THe Chicago Blackhawks have fir...2024-12-131h 32Neutral Zone HotelNeutral Zone HotelSarah Fillier Is So CoolAnother West Coast Best Coast episode as Trevor and SJ talk the PWHL first weekend and NHL Vibes.0:00 Trevor welcomes SJ to the Neutral Zone Hotel2:13 We discuss the first weekend of play in the PWHL from Sarah Fillier's offensive prowess to what we think of the new uniforms on the ice.29:41 It's the return of the Vibes Cup! We survey the vibes across the league from not so good vibes in Seattle, okay vibes in Vancouver, and immaculate vibes in Minnesota.Neutral Zone Hotel is a production of the Neutral Zone...2024-12-061h 01Neutral Zone HotelNeutral Zone HotelLooking Forward to PWHL Season 2 (And More)This week, the crew celebrates American Thanksgiving, looks forward to the start of the PWHL season, and discusses violence in the NHL.0:00 SJ welcomes Trevor to the Neutral Zone Hotel2:49 Trevor and SJ discuss what they're thankful for this year.12:56 We look forward to the PWHL season 2 start this Saturday and the neutral site games in Seattle and Vancouver. We also discuss the offerings on the PWHL shop.34:18 Trevor tells SJ about the February 2000 incident in which Marty McSorley slashes Donald Brashear in the head during a game between the Vancouver Canucks...2024-11-2855 minNeutral Zone HotelNeutral Zone HotelWho They Pay For?This week, the crew chats about the PWHL Takover Tour before turning to NHL news, and they wrap things up with a fun little game.0:00 Trevor welcomes Alex and Benjamin to the Neutral Zone Hotel1:50 The crew discusses the PWHL Takeover Tour neutral site games.17:47 Ryan Reaves hits Darnell Nurse in the head and receives a 5 game suspension.24:07 Boston Bruins head coach Jim Montgomery is fired.32:05 The Pittsburgh Penguins trade Lars Eller to the Washington Capitals. We discuss what that means for the Penguins this year. 44:04 Canucks forward J...2024-11-221h 04Neutral Zone HotelNeutral Zone HotelWhat if he wants to be a forward?This week, the crew talks about news coming out of the NCAA, CHL, and PWHL before offering a few thoughts on the NHL. 0:00 Benjamin welcomes SJ to the Neutral Zone Hotel1:26 The NCAA has changed its rules and now CHL players will be eligible to play in college. The crew has takes.27:14 London Knights player Landon Sim was suspended five games for using language that violates the league's code of conduct. The crew discusses this and other recent suspensions in the CHL. 39:26 There is a lot happening in the PWHL this week an...2024-11-151h 01Neutral Zone HotelNeutral Zone HotelIn Many Ways, They've Gone to Boston PizzaThis week at the Hotel, Alex Ovechkin scores lots of goals, Sarah Fillier has signed with the Sirens, Alex gives a quiz, and SJ reviews a book. Also, John Tortorella swears a lot. 0:00 Alex welcomes SJ and Trevor to the Neutral Zone Hotel1:55 Unlike last year, this year Alex Ovechkin is off to a hot start. 9:50 First overall PWHL draft pick Sarah Fillier has finally signed a one year deal with the New York Sirens.12:48 The NHLPA has announced the formation of a player education committee on CTE.15:49 Alex has an...2024-11-081h 12Neutral Zone HotelNeutral Zone HotelReal or Fake?Lots of PWHL talk this week as the league has announced it open for expansion. Also, Sarah Fillier remains unsigned and the crew talks early season trends. 0:00 Benjamin welcomes SJ and Trevor to the Neutral Zone Hotel1:51 The PWHL has opened up the process to expand to two new cities and also announced that there will be nine neutral site games this season. The crew speculates on the locations of both. 27:29 First overall pick Sarah Fillier has still not signed a new contract with New York. 36:47 Real or fake? The crew weighs in...2024-11-011h 03Neutral Zone HotelNeutral Zone HotelPaper Cuts Can Be Extremely LethalThis week the crew talks PWHL schedules, new viewing options for NHL games, observations on the new season, and Benjamin tries out a new game. 0:00 Benjamin welcomes SJ and Alex to the Neutral Zone Hotel.2:10 The crew discusses changes in the way that NHL games are broadcast. Amazon has taken over broadcasting Monday night NHL games in Canada. Benjamin and SJ watched the first game and offer a review. Then the crew talks more about teams moving away from regional sports networks and into streaming and over-the-air broadcasts.28:18 Members of the crew all make o...2024-10-191h 01Neutral Zone HotelNeutral Zone HotelCats and Kraken and Jazz Bears, Oh MyIt's NHL season preview time. Once again, the crew previews the season via haiku. They also discuss what they're looking forward to in the new season, a couple of big goalie contracts, Amazon's new hockey docuseries, and the potential NCAA rule change that will make CHL players eligible to play for college teams in the United States.0:00 John welcomes SJ and Alex to the Neutral Zone Hotel.2:19 The crew talks about what they're most looking forward to this season. 7:23 Atlantic Division haikus.8:56 The crew discusses the contract situations of Boston Bruins goaltender Jeremy S...2024-10-1159 minNeutral Zone HotelNeutral Zone HotelNew Names for the PWHLIt's our last summer episode. Before we reset and start over with a whole new hockey season and podcast season, here's a quick PWHL and NHL news roundup from the last several weeks. 0:00 Trevor welcomes SJ and Benjamin to the Neutral Zone Hotel.03:29 First up, it's PWHL summer news: The PWHL teams have names! The crew discusses the new names, new home rinks for three teams, and a new GM for one team.It's time for an NHL summer news roundup. Topics covered include:    34:06 Leon Draisaitl's contract extension    44:50 The Kraken's new telvision broad...2024-09-201h 12Neutral Zone HotelNeutral Zone HotelI Lost on Jeopardy, BabyWe're back for another summer edition. Trevor leads the crew in a round of NZH Jeopardy.0:00 Trevor welcomes SJ, Alex, and John to the Neutral Zone Hotel.2:13 Jeopardy round one34:57 Jeopardy round twoNeutral Zone Hotel is a production of the Neutral Zone Hotel TeamYou can find more information at https://neutralzonehotel.comLogo design by Emily MowbrayYou can follow us on social media if you're so inclined: Instagram: @neutralzonehotel Bluesky: @neutralzonehotel.bsky.socialIf you want to talk hockey with us, join our Di...2024-08-231h 06Neutral Zone HotelNeutral Zone HotelNZH Summer Break: Game Shows and Greg WyshynskiEveryone's still on vacation, so we're dropping another clip show in the feed for you. Up this week is a replay of our interview with ESPN's Greg Wyshynski from January, a couple of unheard clips from our test episodes, and the ever-popular blooper reel.0:00 First up, John once again welcomes himself to the Neutral Zone Hotel2:20 From our first test episode (episode 0.1), SJ presents an offensive quiz. No, wait. A quiz about offense. 11:37 Alex presents: They Gave That Guy Trade Protection?, a game from our third test episode (episode 0.3).40:50 Greg Wyshynski talks w...2024-08-091h 20Neutral Zone HotelNeutral Zone HotelSummertime Goalie BluesIt's a clip show! This we've got one new and one old segment for you. 0:00 First up, John welcomes himself to the Neutral Zone Hotel3:04 Next is a game that was cut from episode 19. Benjamin has a round of Stategories all about goalies.26:38 The final segment is a repeat of our interview with Cole Redhorse Taylor that originally ran in episode 13, back in December 2023. He talks with Benjamin and Trevor about his art, how he came to design the goalie mask that Marc-André Fleury's wore for the Minnesota Wild's Native American Heritage Night and th...2024-07-261h 35Neutral Zone HotelNeutral Zone HotelHockey Clip Watchalong Extravaganza!Benjamin welcomes SJ to the Neutral Zone Hotel. Together, they watch a bunch of old hockey clips. This is a watchalong, so there are some long pauses left in this episode to preserve the timing to the clips. Hope you watch along with us!3:26 Dominik Hasek’s Top 10 Career Saveshttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TxoerRWlEMA11:54 Top 10 Patrick Roy Momentshttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zcaBVf2NzBk16:28 Ron Hextall Violencehttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=w0XvVmBH0R020:15 Scott Stevens DESTROYS Eric Lindroshttps://www.yo...2024-07-151h 06Neutral Zone HotelNeutral Zone HotelThe NHL Finds More Rakes to Step OnContent Warning: There is some discussion of sexual assault in the first segment, though nothing graphic. But if this is something you need or would like to avoid, please skip ahead to 24:00. In this jam-packed episode before we retreat to our metaphorical cottages, the crew talks about the latest morally bankrupt move from the NHL, the 2024 draft, and the opening of free agency. We will be moving to a lighter posting schedule over the summer, once or twice a month, probably. Subscribe on your favorite podcast platform or on YouTube to be notified when an episode drops.2024-07-041h 31Neutral Zone HotelNeutral Zone HotelIs the Bad Vibes Baby the new Nick Bäckström?It's the offseason! All the leagues have awarded all the championship trophies and it's time for the NHL draft, free agent signings in multiple leagues, and the announcement of this year's Hockey Hall of Fame class. There is a new development in the desert. Also, corrections! And swearing. This one is a bit sweary, so be warned.0:00 This week, Alex welcomes Benjamin, Trevor, and John for their shifts at the Neutral Zone Hotel.2:22 The Florida Panthers have won the Stanley Cup. The crew talks about the win, game 7, the series, Connor McDavid winning the playoff MVP...2024-06-281h 25Neutral Zone HotelNeutral Zone HotelIn Which We Fail To Predict The FutureBenjamin welcomes Alex and SJ to the Neutral Zone Hotel02:12 Pascal Vincent fired in Columbus09:17 Ryan Warsofsky hired in San Jose14:54 Eric Tulsky is the new GM in Carolina20:37 Filip Hronek signs an 8 year deal in Vancouver26:04 Natalie Spooner named IIHF Player of the Year27:59 Britta Curl issues an "apology"29:28 Utah HC releases colors and jersey designWestern Conference offseason needs lightning round: 34:00 Anaheim, 40:27 Calgary, 42:55 Edmonton, 45:02 Los Angeles, 48:21 San Jose, 49:57 Seattle, 53:50 Vancouver, 54:37 Vegas, 55:53 Chicago, 56:32 Colorado, 58:15 Dallas, 59:01 Minnesota, 59:59 Nashville, 1:01:20 St. Louis, 1:03:09 Utah, 1:04:47 WinnipegNeutral Zone Hotel is a...2024-06-211h 07Neutral Zone HotelNeutral Zone HotelThe Trials and Tribulations of PWHL Minnesota0:00 This week, SJ welcomes Alex and Benjamin for their shifts at the Neutral Zone Hotel1:39 It's the Stanley Cup Final. The crew discusses the American Sign Language (ASL) broadcast of the Finals.12:09 The crew recaps the first two games of the Finals, and discusses Sergei Bobrovsky's Hall of Fame case and the job Bill Zito has done constructing the Panthers. 24:47 The crew talks the Leon Draisaitl hit that took Sasha Barkov out of game 2.35:40 PWHL Minnesota completes a heel turn and the crew has thoughts. 50:55 The crew recaps the PWHL dr...2024-06-141h 19Neutral Zone HotelNeutral Zone HotelMark Spector Is Probably ImmortalIt's championship season, and Benjamin and SJ are here to recap or preview several of them, in the NHL, the PWHL, and the Memorial Cup. 0:00 Benjamin welcomes SJ to the Neutral Zone Hotel.2:30 The NHL conference finals are over. The Florida Panthers will be returning to the Cup Final for the second year straight and the Edmonton Oilers will be making their first appearance since 2006. The crew discusses the bright future outlook for the Dallas Stars.12:15 The crew assesses the somewhat less bright future of the Rangers core.20:20 The crew previews the S...2024-06-071h 08Neutral Zone HotelNeutral Zone HotelWith Apologies to Erik's KidsBenjamin welcomes Alex, SJ, and Trevor to the Neutral Zone Hotel.03:17 Controversy in Game 4 of the PWHL Walter Cup FinalThe coaching carousel spins spins spins with 16:37 Sheldon Keefe in New Jersey, 23:04 Scott Arniel in Winnipeg, and 27:48 Dan Bylsma in Seattle.39:21 Don Waddell is hired to do everything in Columbus and Eric Tulsky becomes interim GM in Carolina. 48:52 Czechia takes gold in the 2024 IIHF Men's World Championships (and we argue about World Cups)1:03:00 Benjamin makes an impassioned but ultimately futile case for Scott Laughton winning the King Clancy Memorial Trophy2024-05-311h 13Neutral Zone HotelNeutral Zone HotelA Short History of the Memorial CupAlso, PWHL and NHL playoff recaps and previews!0:00 SJ welcomes Benjamin to the Neutral Zone Hotel.1:16 First up, the crew discusses the PWHL semifinals. 10:37 The PWHL has started announcing its award winners for the season. As always, the crew has thoughts. 28:24 The crew turns its attention to the NHL playoffs. First up, is a recap of the Oilers-Canucks series and a preview of Stars-Oilers.40:32 Next up, the crew previews Rangers-Panthers.45:57 Rod Brind'amour is back in Carolina for five more years. 50:51 The Toronto Maple Leafs have hired Cra...2024-05-241h 18Neutral Zone HotelNeutral Zone HotelJacob Trouba Goes Full Wile E. Coyote0:00 Benjamin welcomes Trevor to the Neutral Zone Hotel.1:15 The crew talks about whether the Vancouver Canucks can hold out against a top-heavy Edmonton Oilers team or if the Oilers will ultimately score their way out of their defensive problems.16:42 There's bad blood between the Florida Panthers and Boston Bruins. The crew discusses whether Sam Bennett should have gotten suspended for knocking Brad Marchand out of game 4. (Spoiler Alert: Yes.)21:17 The Carolina Hurricanes just won't die, but can they pull off the reverse sweep? Also, Jacob Trouba wins the Mark Messier Leadership Award for Leadery...2024-05-171h 17Neutral Zone HotelNeutral Zone HotelPierre-Luc Dubois Is That Baby With Bad VibesThe crew celebrates PWHL playoffs, shrugs at the draft lottery, and mulls over the fates of the NHL teams that have now been eliminated from Stanley Cup contention.0:00 SJ welcomes Alex and Trevor to the Neutral Zone Hotel.02:01 PWHL playoffs are here!09:05 The NHL draft lottery results are in and it was a big MEH.15:44 Travis Green has been hired as head coach of the Ottawa Senators. The crew asks whether they should have shelled out for a more proven coach.22:49 Drew Bannister has been officially hired to coach the...2024-05-101h 04Neutral Zone HotelNeutral Zone HotelHave We Seen the Last of Steven Stamkos in a Tampa Bay Lightning Jersey?0:00 Trevor welcomes Benjamin and SJ for their shift at the Neutral Zone Hotel3:29 This week, all of the NHL head coaches named David were fired. 18:53 The crew talks about the likelihood of Sheldon Keefe being fired even though his name is not David. 21:21 The crew discusses hockey broadcasts moving from cable packages to streaming. 32:51 The PWHL season is almost over. The crew discusses playoff clinching scenarios, ticket prices, and awards. 45:18 The crew recaps the first half the first round of the NHL playoffs. Neutral Zone Hotel is a produ...2024-05-031h 13Neutral Zone HotelNeutral Zone HotelWelcome to Buffalo, Lindy Ruff! Try not to get rabies.0:00 SJ welcomes Benjamin to the Neutral Zone Hotel this week.1:19 The crew reflects on the recent increase in interest in not only the PWHL, but in womens' sports generally and what that means for all of the leagues in the future. 15:46 The crew talks PWHL playoff clinching scenarios.19:16 The crew discusses the Buffalo Sabres hiring former head coach Lindy Ruff to replace Don Granato and Benjamin recounts the history of Lindy Ruff in Buffalo. SPOILER WARNING: Benjamin spoils the ending of Old Yeller. 29:44 The crew discusses what they have found interesting in th...2024-04-2653 minNeutral Zone HotelNeutral Zone HotelHow Many Hats Does Trevor Own, Anyway?0:00 Alex welcomes John, Trevor and SJ to the Neutral Zone Hotel.2:47 The crew discusses the final games of the Women's World Championships.13:34 The Arizona Coyotes are moving to Utah. Sort of. The players, coaches, and front office staff are going and the name, IP, and AHL affiliate are staying in Arizona. Coyotes owner Alex Meruelo has five years to build an arena in Arizona and pay back the purchase price to reinstate the Coyotes.15:43 Since Meruelo is retaining the Coyotes name, the team in Utah is going to need a name. The crew reads...2024-04-191h 28Neutral Zone HotelNeutral Zone HotelOur best trait is character... and loads of it0:00 Alex welcomes Benjamin and SJ to the Neutral Zone Hotel.1:13 Benjamin and John went to Utica last weekend to watch four games of the Womens' World Championships. Benjamin survived to tell the tale of his experience attending the Women's World Championships last weekend. (I did not survive, R.I.P. me)16:28 PWHL updates: The crew talks about the teams starting to announce pride nights, Ottawa has sent out its season ticket renewals, and a little bit about the arena situation for a few teams.29:21 The crew discusses Landon DuPont, who is only the second...2024-04-121h 10Neutral Zone HotelNeutral Zone HotelRanking the Broadcasters0:00 Benjamin welcomes SJ and Trevor to the Neutral Zone Hotel4:17 The ECHL's Newfoundland Growlers has been forced to fold, a week before the end of the season. 16:31 Ivan Fedotov was released by his KHL team and has finally joined the Philadelphia Flyers.28:09 Trevor gives a quick update on the Vancouver Canucks and SJ gives an update on the Seattle Kraken.43:45 SJ has watched every NHL team broadcast this season and gives their top and bottom 4..Neutral Zone Hotel is a production of the Neutral Zone Hotel TeamYou can find more information at h...2024-04-051h 15Neutral Zone HotelNeutral Zone HotelDon't Worry About Your Hangover, Just Get In This Truck!0:00 Trevor welcomes Alex and Benjamin to the Neutral Zone Hotel.1:35 Benjamin discusses the current state of the Montreal Canadiens.3:48 Alex discusses the current state of the Pittsburgh Penguins.7:10 A truckload of Jaromír Jágr bobbleheads was stolen. The crew is on the case.11:43 Sam Reinhart and Zach Hyman have each scored 50 goals for the first time in their careers, and they scored the 50th on the same day. 18:49 Tom Wilson has been suspended. Again. 29:36 He Gets Us is a Penguins sponsor this season and the crew has thoughts.34:18 PWHL New York is goin...2024-03-291h 01Neutral Zone HotelNeutral Zone HotelFive Shots of Fireball for $17.50It was a big week for the PWHL and the crew has a lot of thoughts about it. They then pivot to a more depressing, but necessary discussion of NHL enforcers, CTE, and death.SJ welcomes Trevor and Benjamin to the Neutral Zone Hotel.2:29  PWHL Takeover Weekend was a smashing success in Detroit and Pittsburgh. Benjamin talks about attending the game in Pittsburgh and also shares some bar stories from the trip.   16:22  The first ever PWHL Trade Deadline has passed. The crew breaks down the two trades that occurred.  28:44  Trevor gives us a rundown...2024-03-2258 minNeutral Zone HotelNeutral Zone HotelTrade Deadline SpecialThis week, the crew recaps the trade deadline. 0:00 Trevor welcomes Benjamin and Alex to the Neutral Zone Hotel. 1:31 The crew summarizes the NHL trade deadline: 2:27 Vegas Golden Knights and San Jose Sharks27:34 New Jersey Devils35:58 Colorado Avalanche41:37 Carolina Hurricanes and Pittsburgh Penguins55:51 Quick Hits1:03:11 In non-trade deadline news, New York Rangers forward Matt Rempe was suspended four games for elbowing. 1:06:29 Benjamin gives two quick PWHL updates.Neutral Zone Hotel is a production of the Neutral Zone Hotel TeamYou can find more information at http...2024-03-151h 08Neutral Zone HotelNeutral Zone HotelFolks, Don't Eat ThatThis week, the crew looks forward to the trade deadline, with discussions of a few of the early deals. Also, the Devils fire Lindy Ruff, a rare Connor Bedard rookie card, and a Willy Wonka hot take.0:00 Alex welcomes Benjamin, SJ, and Trevor to the Neutral Zone Hotel for their shift.2:48 The Devils have finally fired head coach Lindy Ruff. Benjamin blames Devils management for their problems this year.17:30 The Leafs traded for Ilya Lyubushkin and the crew is skeptical.21:53 The Dallas Stars trade for Chris Tanev. The crew is mostly positive...2024-03-071h 09Neutral Zone HotelNeutral Zone HotelSell Snow to a SámiIt's a big week for the PWHL as new information about playoffs and the draft are released, but before that, the crew discusses Adam Ružička's contract termination. And after that, Benjamin shouts out the SHL's Pride Week.0:00 Trevor welcomes Benjamin and SJ to the Neutral Zone Hotel.1:35 Adam Ružička's contract is terminated by the Arizona Coyotes after a video surfaces of the player with what appears to be cocaine. SJ is mad about it.10:34 It's Hockey Week in Canada Part 2! Trevor and Benjamin reminisce on the conclusion to Trevor's visit to O...2024-03-011h 09Neutral Zone HotelNeutral Zone HotelHockey Week in CanadaTrevor and Benjamin are traveling to see hockey games in multiple cities and want to talk about it. But first, there is so much news. Jarmo Kekäläinen was fired, Morgan Rielly's suspension was upheld, Jaromir Jagr's number was retired, and it was another big week in the PWHL, with the setting of another attendance record.0:00 Benjamin welcomes John, SJ, and Trevor to the Neutral Zone Hotel.02:34 The Columbus Blue Jackets have finally fired general manager Jarmo Kekäläinen and the crew has takes.12:41 Gary Bettman denied Morgan Rielly's appeal of his 5 game...2024-02-231h 11Neutral Zone HotelNeutral Zone HotelThe Story of The CodeThis week, SJ, Benjamin, and Trevor discuss the big PWHL trade, the results of the Rivalry Series, The Code and its place in the game today, and the change of the NHL's jersey supplier from Adidas to Fanatics. Also, why it doesn't matter that Marie-Philip Poulin doesn't have a no-trade clause. 0:00 SJ welcomes Benjamin and Trevor to the Neutral Zone Hotel.3:29 The first trade in PWHL history happened in the last week. PWHL Boston traded Sophie Jacques to PWHL Minnesota for Susanna Tapani and Abby Cook. The crew breaks down the trade.11:33 Canada wins...2024-02-161h 03Neutral Zone HotelNeutral Zone HotelHe's All FinnishNOTE: There was some misplaced audio around 24:30 in the original upload. This has been fixed. It's a big news week. First up, we will note a trigger warning in the final NHL news segment starting at 28:24. There is an update about the SA case against five members of the Canadian World Junior team. There is no discussion of the incident in question, but please skip to the next section if you'd rather not listen. In other news, Sean Monahan and Elias Lindholm were traded. Not for each other. Jesse Puljujärvi signed in Pittsburgh. And the Kings fired h...2024-02-091h 16Neutral Zone HotelNeutral Zone HotelChanges in Sports Media featuring Greg WyshynskiThere are a lot of ups and downs this week. First up, a long discussion about the five players from the 2018 Canadian World Juniors team who are being charged with sexual assault. Then, a fantastic discussion with ESPN's Greg Wyshynski about the changes in sports media over the course of his career. Finally, the crew remembers one guy which turns into both remembering a lot of guys and looking forward to an exciting new wave of womens' hockey.0:00 Our first segment tonight involves a discussion of sexual assault. Although it does not go in-depth into the incident in...2024-02-021h 21Neutral Zone HotelNeutral Zone HotelCome Hell or High WaterThis week, through floods and internet outages, Trevor, SJ, and John talk about the week in hockey and Trevor's experience at the Canucks' Pride Night game. 0:00 Trevor welcomes SJ and John to the Neutral Zone Hotel.3:00 In this week's PWHL update, the crew discusses how Minnesota is an unstoppaple juggernaut, Marie-Philip Poulin is the greatest, the first PWHL shootout, and The Abby Roque Experience.19:23 Patrick Roy is back in the NHL, as head coach of the New York Islanders.25:54 Corey Perry is back. Two months ago, the Blackhawks terminated his contract for...2024-01-2659 minNeutral Zone HotelNeutral Zone HotelGuess Who Finally Won a CupIt's goaltender week at Neutral Zone Hotel. There's a big discussion about goalies that could be on the move, or who should have been on the move, or who teams wish had been on the move before the season. Also, there's some PWHL talk and a Vibes Cup update. 0:00 This week, Benjamin welcomes Trevor and Alex to the Neutral Zone Hotel2:38 In this week's PWHL update, the crew discusses the players who will take part in the NHL's All-Star Weekend, NHL cross-promotion of the PWHL, social media a misstep involving Logan Mailloux, and how much fun...2024-01-191h 14Neutral Zone HotelNeutral Zone HotelFive Reasons Why Cutter Gauthier Didn't Want to Sign in PhiladelphiaIt's been a busy week in hockey and the crew is ready to talk about it. The first week of the PWHL season is complete, the USA beat Sweden to win the gold medal at the World Junior Championships, the Philadelphia Flyers don't want Cutter Gauthier, the first round of NHL All-Star selections are in, one of the Connors is injured, and the Leafs gave William Nylander all the money. But even more importantly, something strange is up with Ottawa Senators head coaches. 0:00 Alex welcomes Trevor, SJ, and Jess to the Neutral Zone Hotel1:35 First, the...2024-01-121h 02Neutral Zone HotelNeutral Zone HotelThey Should Hold the Winter Classic in Seattle Every YearThis week, the crew discusses two big games that happened on New Year's Day: The first PWHL game and the NHL Winter Classic. Also, the Ottawa Senators have a new GM, Benjamin drops in live from the PWHL game in Ottawa, and the crew proposes a New Year's resolution every NHL team.0:00 John welcomes Alex, SJ, and Trevor to the Neutral Zone Hotel.2:21 Neutral Zone Hotel presents New Year's resolutions for the Atlantic Division.6:05 The crew discusses the naming of Ottawa Senators President of Hockey Operations and Interim GM Steve Staios as the non-Interim...2024-01-051h 15Neutral Zone HotelNeutral Zone HotelWhere in the World are the Hurricanes Prospects?It's a holiday week, and so it's a skeleton crew at the Neutral Zone Hotel this week. John and Benjamin are here to introduce a collection of previously recorded, but unheard segments. Yes, it's a clip show. We have a habit of running long, and so here are a couple of segments cut from recent episodes, and also a couple of games that we recorded for our third and final test episode, recorded back in September. 0:00 John welcomes Benjamin to the Neutral Zone Hotel.6:14 The crew plays a game of Connections that goes a little awry. 2023-12-261h 28Neutral Zone HotelNeutral Zone HotelThe Loser Point Merchant MarinesOn this week's show, the crew previews a lot of things that are going to take place in the next few weeks: The inaugural PWHL season, the Winter Classic, and the World Junior Championships. But first, the crew discusses DJ Smith, the latest NHL head coach to be fired this season. The episode also includes the usual off-topic digressions, including some fun facts about Pierre McGuire and Benjamin's Don Cherry impression. 0:00 Benjamin welcomes Jess, SJ, and John to their shift on staff at the Neutral Zone Hotel. They immediately go off on a tangent about Benjamin's beer advent...2023-12-221h 01Neutral Zone HotelNeutral Zone HotelOops! All Tangents!On this week's show, the crew struggles to stay on topic. They discuss the latest in AHL and NHL suspensions, ugly hits, the start of the PWHL season, the number of jerseys in John's closet, the Caps moving to Virginia, how the Lightning are almost as bad as the Senators but the Senators aren't as bad as you think, Vegas' overtime record, Hughes-a-Palooza, and how the Kings are on track to win the Presdent's Trophy. Also, Trevor manifests a win for the Seattle Kraken, Jess and John talk about the times they traveled to see a team get blown out...2023-12-1554 minNeutral Zone HotelNeutral Zone HotelIt Shouldn't Be a Controversy, But It Is (Featuring Cole Redhorse Taylor)This week's episode features a continuation of our discussion on neck protection and some salary cap talk before an amazing discussion with Dakota artist Cole Redhorse Taylor, from the Prarie Island Community, about his art and designing the goalie mask that Marc-Andre Fleury wore in warmups on the Wild's Native American Heritage Night. This week, Benjamin welcomes SJ, Trevor, and John to the Neutral Zone Hotel for their shift.3:04 First, the crew has a short discussion about the IIHF's new rule requiring neck protection for events at all levels, including the Olympics, and what that might...2023-12-081h 08Neutral Zone HotelNeutral Zone HotelMore Penalties than the NHL Has Rakes to Step OnIt was another ridiculous news week in the NHL. Marc-Andre Fleury broke a stupid rule, Corey Perry broke an unspecified rule and got fired, the Panthers and Senators broke all the rules and got kicked out of the game, and Dean Evason forgot to tell his goalies to make a save and he got fired. The crew breaks all that down, talks up the start of the PWHL season, and introduces a new segment, The Vibes Cup.Trevor welcomes Alex, Benjamin, and John to the Neutral Zone Hotel for their shift.01:42 First up, the crew talks...2023-12-011h 10Neutral Zone HotelNeutral Zone HotelPresenting the Fake World Cup of Hockey(tm)It's an American Thanksgiving special edition of Neutral Zone Hotel. All of our Canadian hosts are working while SJ and Alex are off. We have a special report on the Mullet Arena Experience(tm) from our friend Nick. But before that, there is plenty of dicussion on Luke Prokop's callup to the AHL, the NHL's Global Series games in Sweden, The Fake World Cup of Hockey, the province of Quebec paying up to $7 million to bring the Los Angeles Kings to Quebec City for some preseason games, and the opening of PWHL training camps. First up, Jess welcomes...2023-11-241h 13Neutral Zone HotelNeutral Zone HotelThe Oilers are a PDO TrainwreckThis week SJ welcomes Jess, Alex, and John to the Neutral Zone Hotel. 1:52 The Oilers finally fired coach Jay Woodcroft and replaced him with Connor McDavid's junior coach and noted shithead Paul Coffey. The crew has thoughts.37:01 John leads a discussion on some statistical records set by all-time bad NHL teams and the crew decided whether or not this year's Sharks can break those records.48:31 Alex has four surprising teams this season: one from each division.2023-11-171h 06Neutral Zone HotelNeutral Zone HotelThatcher Demko Learns about Rule 69This week Benjamin welcomes Trevor and Alex to the Neutral Zone Hotel where they once again are faced with poor starts, hot seats, and suspensions. 9:34 The crew discusses the Oilers waiving Jack Campbell and how hot Jay Woodcroft's seat is.18:44 Andrew Mangiapane got suspended for one game for mauling Jared McCann. The crew, unsurpringly, has takes.26:33 The crew analyzes the horrible start to the Sharks' season.41:45 It's break time! 9 episodes and half the members of the staff, SJ, Jess, and Trevor, finally get to take a break and watch a hockey game.2023-11-091h 16Neutral Zone HotelNeutral Zone HotelMore Talk About Suspensions and Team NamesAlex welcomes Benjamin, Jess, and John to the Neutral Zone Hotel.4:06 First up this week, a discussion of the tragic death of Adam Johnson, who was killed by a skate cut in a professional game in England. Next up, it's suspension news. The crew discuss two suspensions announced in the last week.16:13 Ottawa's Shane Pinto was suspended 41 games for a breach of the NHL's gambling rules.28:07 Boston's Charlie McAvoy was suspended for a head shot on Florida's Oliver Ekman-Larsson.33:52 In the second half of the show, the crew turns first to the...2023-11-0358 minNeutral Zone HotelNeutral Zone HotelIt's Frozen... It's a Frenzy... It's the Frozen FrenzyThis week Alex welcomes John, SJ, and Jess back to the Neutral Zone Hotel.1:46 First, John and SJ update the crew on their feelings about their teams' start to the season. Spoiler alert: it's not good.Taping day was a big news day and the crew talk through a few of the stories:5:41 First up, it was Craig Anderson Day in Ottawa. 8:30 Then, it's yet another update in the NHL Pride Tape saga as the league rescinds its idiotic ban following Travis Dermott's use of it in a game on Saturday night.25:32...2023-10-271h 04Neutral Zone HotelNeutral Zone HotelThere Are Always More Rakes To Step OnThis week, Benjamin welcomes Alex, Jess, and Trevor to their shift at the Neutral Zone Hotel.1:31 The crew talks about how they're feeling about the start of the season.8:23 The crew quickly discusses recent signings by the Winnipeg Jets and the Buffalo Sabres.17:48 This week's PWHL updates include training camp rosters and waiver rules. In the second segment, the crew talks more about the NHL Pride Tape ban:25:18 Trevor and Jess give their thoughts on the NHL Pride Tape ban, and the crew discuss updates over the past week, including front office pushback and...2023-10-201h 09Neutral Zone HotelNeutral Zone HotelHockey may be for everyone, but the NHL isn'tThis week, Alex welcomes Benjamin, SJ, and John for their shift in the Neutral Zone Hotel. 1:40 The crew discusses the biggest story on opening day of the NHL season: The NHL's ban on specialty jerseys, Pride Tape, and any other on ice support for "special initiatives," instituted because seven players opted out of wearing special warmup jerseys on Pride nights last year. 47:53 Next up is our first ever movie review. SJ has watched Slap Shot for the first time, and has thoughts.1:04:19 Finally, the members of the crew talk about one surprising thing, positive...2023-10-131h 12Neutral Zone HotelNeutral Zone HotelContracts, Injuries, War, and RacismThis week on the Neutral Zone Hotel, Benjamin welcomes the crew, SJ, Alex, and John, to their shift 02:30 First, the crew discuss a new contract for Trevor Zegras09:00 Shane Pinto rejects what he considers a lowball offer from the Ottawa Senators15:48 The WHL does another racism, Kai Uchacz is named captain of the Red Deer Rebels20:35 The crew discuss what Andrei Vasilevskiy's injury means for the Tampa Bay Lightning29:09 In the second part of the show, Benjamin leads a deep dive on the effects of the Russian war on Ukraine on the game of...2023-10-061h 15Neutral Zone HotelNeutral Zone HotelDid you know Jordan Spence was born in Australia?Trevor introduces this week's crew at the Neutral Zone Hotel: Alex, Jess, and SJ1:53 The crew discuss the first ever NHL preseason games in Australia, played this week between the Kings and Coyotes, in an arena three times the size of Arizona's home building!15:29 The crew talk about how awesome it was that two NHL teams finally had some female coaches behind the bench for preseason games, and Jess presents the NHL with a timetable for hiring its first non-male head coach. Tick tick tick. 23:09 The crew discusses WHL coach Kevin Constantine allegedly using a racial epithet...2023-09-291h 12Neutral Zone HotelNeutral Zone HotelGive me your phone, I want to see your picturesThis week, SJ welcomes Alex, Trevor, and John to the Neutral Zone Hotel.2:14 Alex leads a discussion on Mike Babcock's resignation as head coach of the Columbus Blue Jackets.In the second half of the show, the panel does a deep dive on the new Professional Womens Hockey League:36:43 SJ briefly summarizes how the PWHL came to be. 39:38 Alex, Trevor, and John suggest possible names for the new teams. 49:12 The panel talk about their relationship to womens' hockey up to now.55:50 SJ leads a discussion about the results of the first PWHL...2023-09-221h 16Neutral Zone HotelNeutral Zone HotelEpisode 01: A Very Special Season PreviewFor the premiere episode, all six cohosts check into the Neutral Zone Hotel to present a very special preview of the upcoming 2023-2024 NHL season.2:02 The panel recites a haiku for each and every NHL team as a preview of their season to come. 41:18 Each member of the panel discusses one thing that they are looking forward to in the upcoming hockey season.2023-09-2048 minNeutral Zone HotelNeutral Zone HotelNeutral Zone Hotel TrailerComing soon... Neutral Zone Hotel, a podcast about hockey.2023-09-1901 minHọc tiếng Trung cùng Wang Long - Learn Chinese with Wang LongHọc tiếng Trung cùng Wang Long - Learn Chinese with Wang Long#Ep50《四季的饮食》- Ẩm thực bốn mùa - Học tiếng Trung cùng Wang Long - Luyện nghe tiếng Trung - Luyện thi HSK - Tiếng Trung giao tiếp - Learn Chinese HSK - Teach Chinese HSK - 汉语水平考试 - 听力练习 - 学习中文 - 学习汉语Chào mừng các bạn đến với bài số 50: #Ep50《四季的饮食》- Ẩm thực bốn mùa - Học tiếng Trung cùng Wang Long - Learn Chinese with Wang Long Các bạn cần thông tin sách có thể liên hệ với mình qua facebook.com/wangjunlong666 hoặc zalo 0386668836 nha ^^ Sau đây là Nội dung bài khóa: 一年有春、夏、秋、冬的四季变化。在这种变化中, 人的身体也会随着季节发生变化, 那么对饮食的要求也会随着季节不断变化。春天的天气由冷变暖, 在饮食上, 也应该清淡。因为冬天一般蔬菜的品种比较少, 身体的营养也往往不足, 因此, 春天应该多吃一些新鲜的蔬菜, 尤其是一些绿色蔬菜, 少吃肥肉。在味道上应该少吃 辛辣的食品, 尤其要少喝酒。夏天温度升高, 天气很热。人们没有食欲, 大多数人都不喜欢吃肥肉和油腻的东西。所以要特别注意食物的味道, 尽量能引起人的食欲, 使身体得到足够的营养。那么, 夏天的饮食如何安排呢? 一般来说, 要少吃肉, 多吃一些凉菜和豆制品、绿豆、西瓜等食物。另外可以适当地吃一些蒜来增加食欲。秋天天气逐渐凉快、干燥, 人们的食欲也逐渐恢复。同时这个季节的食物也最丰富, 水果、蔬菜品种很多, 鱼类、肉类也不少, 因此这个季节在饮食上只要注意营养平衡就可以了。另外可以适当多吃一些辛辣的东西, 如辣椒, 也可以喝一些酒。冬天气温很低, 天气很冷, 所以可以多吃一些炖肉、火锅之类的食物。在味道上可以多用一些辛辣的食物, 如辣椒、葱、姜、蒜等。应该特别注意的是, 冬天绿色蔬菜品种不多, 往往会造成营养不足, 所以应该尽可能多吃一些绿色蔬菜。 --- Phiên âm:  【Yī nián yǒu chūn, xià, qiū, dōng de sìjì biànhuà. Zài zhè zhǒng biànhuà zhōng, rén de shēntǐ yě huì suízhe jìjié fāshēng biànhuà, nàme duì yǐnshí de yāoqiú yě huì suízhe jìjié bùduàn biànhuà. Chūntiān de tiānqì yóu lěng biàn nuǎn, zài yǐnshí shàng, yě yīnggāi qīngdàn. Yīnwèi dōngtiān yībān shūcài de pǐnzhǒng bǐjiào shǎo, shēntǐ de yíngyǎng yě wǎngwǎng bùzú, yīncǐ, chūntiān yìng gāi duō chī yīxiē xīnxiān de shūcài, yóuqí shì yīxiē lǜsè shūcài, shǎo chī féi ròu. Zài wèidào shàng yīnggāi shǎo chī xīnlà de shípǐn, yóuqí yào shǎo hējiǔ. Xiàtiān wēndù shēng gāo, tiānqì hěn rè. Rénmen méiyǒu shíyù, dà duōshù rén dōu bù xǐhuān chī féi ròu hé yóunì de dōngxī. Suǒyǐ yào tèbié zhùyì shíwù de wèidào, jǐnliàng néng yǐnqǐ rén de shíyù, shǐ shēntǐ dédào zúgòu de yíngyǎng. Nàme, xiàtiān de yǐnshí rúhé ānpái ne? Yībān lái shuō, yào shǎo chī ròu, duō chī yīxiē liángcài hé dòu zhìpǐn, lǜdòu, xīguā děng shíwù. Lìngwài kěyǐ shìdàng de chī yīxiē suàn lái zēngjiā shíyù. Qiūtiān tiānqì zhújiàn liángkuai, gānzào, rénmen de shíyù yě zhújià...2022-05-1606 minMandarin From the Ground UpMandarin From the Ground UpS2 ~ 08 ~ 趕快進來坐!Come on in!Xiao-Li (小李) and A-Ming (阿明) are on the way to the convenience store when they run into an unexpected obstacle. Lesson Outline: [00:21] Introduction to the dialogue [01:35] Dialogue (normal speed) [03:12] Slow version (and repeat) [07:40] Useful vocabulary and phrases from the dialogue [14:12] Dialogue again (normal speed)  Words and phrases from the dialogue, with examples (Chinese characters only): 路口 這是什麼路口? 到路口左轉  你去前面路口等我  分鐘  等我五分鐘! 十分鐘就好! 可以給我五分鐘嗎? 差不多  差不多五分鐘  我差不多要走了 差不多了  正要 我正要走  我正要吃飯  我們正要開始吃了  對面  這裡不能走,你要去對面  你看對面的樹  我想坐在你對面  場  停車場  機場  廣場  市場  一杯  一杯茶  一杯綠茶  兩杯咖啡  七杯冰水  進來  趕快進來! 我在忙,不要進來! Words and phrases from the dialogue, with examples (w/ pinyin and translation): 路口 / lùkǒu / intersection 這是什麼路口?/ zhè shì shénme lùkǒu? / What intersection is this? 到路口左轉 / Dào lùkǒu zuǒ zhuǎn / At the intersection, turn left. 你去前面路口等我 / Nǐ qù qiánmiàn lùkǒu děng wǒ / Go to the intersection up ahead and wait for me. 分鐘 / fēnzhōng / minutes 等我五分鐘!/ děng wǒ wǔ fēnzhōng! / Wait for me for five minutes! 十分鐘就好!/ Shí fēnzhōng jiù hǎo! / It'll just be ten minutes! 可以給我五分鐘嗎?/ Kěyǐ gěi wǒ wǔ fēnzhōng ma? / Could you give me five minutes? 差不多 / chàbùduō / more or less 差不多五分鐘 / chàb...2021-11-1916 minMandarin From the Ground UpMandarin From the Ground UpS2 ~ 04 ~ 怎麼辦?+ Finding Your Language ParentsWhat makes a good language parent, and how do you find one? In this episode I share some tips based on my own language learning experience. In the dialogue, 小李 is finally home after a long absence, and 阿明 notices that he seems a little nervous. Q: Who are the best language teachers in the world? A: Parents. Whether they do it consciously or not, parents (and parental figures) are the people who teach us how to speak our first language, from the time we're born, until we start going to school, and beyond. All parents have the...2021-09-1119 minУчим китайский!Учим китайский!Песня «Не нервничай» Ло Вэнь-юя, ч.2大家好! В эфире «Учим китайский!» с Лилией У. Сегодня мы продолжим учить песенку «不要緊張» «Не нервничай». Не нервничай, не нервничай, переживать – это нормально. 不要緊張,不要緊張,緊張很正常   Bùyào jǐnzhāng, bùyào jǐnzhāng, jǐnzhāng hěn zhèngcháng Сделай глубокий вдох и скажи себе: Ты молодец! 深呼吸對自己說你好棒  shēnhūxī duì zìjǐ shuō nǐ hǎo bàng Не нервничай, если небо упадёт, кто-то высокий подопрёт его за тебя. 不要緊張,天塌下來有高人替你扛  bùyào jǐnzhāng, tiān tā xiàlái yǒu gāo rén tì nǐ káng Есть некий оптимизм, который называется «жить настоящим моментом». 有一種樂觀叫活在當下  yǒu yīzhǒng lèguān jiào huó zài dāngxià Давайте разучим отдельные фразы и слова!2021-05-3100 min一起学国学|《弟子规》一起学国学|《弟子规》《弟子规》-出则弟-03原文:      chēngzūnzhǎng wùhūmíng duìzūnzhǎng wùxiànnéng  称尊长     勿呼名     对尊长     勿见能  lùyùzhǎng jíqūyī zhǎngwúyán tuìgōnglì  路遇长     疾趋揖     长无言     退恭立  qíxiàmǎ chéngxiàjū guòyóudài bǎibùyú  骑下马    2020-12-1903 minSerious Chinese Conversation 中文不轻松Serious Chinese Conversation 中文不轻松OkCupid (2/2) Most skipped questions 交友app最跳过的问题领养 lǐngyǎng  adopt a child 收养 shōuyǎng  (a synonym for lingyang) 兄弟姐妹、 xiōngdìjiěmèi sibling 约会 yuēhuì  date 血缘 xuèyuán  blood relationship 小说 xiǎoshuō  novel 谈恋爱 tánliànài  to date 事实 shìshí   fact 性格 xìnggé  character (I meant 个性 gèxìng  personality) 告白 gàobái   tell the public  表白 biǎobái  state clearly 陌生人 mòshēngrén   stranger 惭愧 cánkuì  ashamed 反对 fǎnduì  oppose 黑猩猩 hē...2020-06-0923 minChinese Language Convo ClubChinese Language Convo ClubHow Far to Your Company? (Elementary)In this podcast, another in a series from our language teaching archives, Chinese host and Mandarin teacher, Neo Zhang, talks about the commute to work in Chinese. Co-host and long time student of Mandarin, Lindi, follows along and helps to guide other learners down the path to understanding and speaking Chinese. Vocabulary: 离 lí to be apart from 公司 Gōngsī Company 多远 Duō yuǎn How Far 近 Jìn Close 走路 Zǒulù Walk, walking, by foot 只要 Zhǐyào only takes 很远 Hěn yuǎn very far 开车 Kāichē Drive, Driving, by car Dialogue: A:你家离公司多远? Nǐ jiā lí gōngsī duō yuǎn? How far is your home from the company? B:很近。走路只要五分钟。你呢? ...2020-05-2800 minУчим китайский!Учим китайский!Собеседование на работуСегодня в передаче «Учим китайский!» Лилии У мы поговорим о смене работы и собеседованиях, а также выучим очень интересную пословицу – 船到橋頭自然直. Сначала давайте прочитаем диалог!   Я пойду на собеседование в новую компанию на следующей неделе, поэтому очень нервничаю. 下個禮拜我要去一家新公司面試,好緊張。Xià gè lǐbài wǒ yào qù yījiā xīn gōngsī miànshì, hǎo jǐnzhāng. Да ты что! У тебя такой богатый опыт! 你的經歷這麼豐富,緊張什麼!Nǐ de jīnglì zhème fēngfù, jǐnzhāng shénme! Я меняю не только работу, но и сферу. Не знаю, о чём меня спросят в интервью. 我不只是要換工作,還換領域。不知道面試會問什麼。Wǒ bù zhǐshì yào huàn gōngzuò, hái huàn lǐngyù. Bù zhīdào miànshì huì wèn shénme. Все сложится само собой, я уверена в тебе! Желаю успехов! 船到橋頭自然直,我對你有信心!祝你成功!Chuán dào qiáotóu zìrán zhí, wǒ duì nǐ yǒu xìnxīn! Zhù nǐ chénggōng!   Вот наш диалог! Теперь давайте разучим отдельные фразы и слова в нашем эфире!  2019-05-2700 minFocusing on Chinese Pronunciation 专注中文发音Focusing on Chinese Pronunciation 专注中文发音x sound in ChineseSyllables: xī xū xiū xiē xuē xīn xūn xīng xiā xiāo xiān xiāng Words: dōngxi gāoxìng xǐhuan xiàwǔ xiànzài xièxie xīngqī xuéxí xuéxiào xiǎoshí xiūxi 东西 高兴 喜欢 下午 现在 谢谢 星期 学习 学校 小时 休息 bīngxiāng dānxīn xiāngjiāo xīnxiān xióngmāo xūyào xuǎnzé jìxù kāiwánxiào 冰箱 担心 香蕉 新鲜 熊猫 需要 选择 继续 开玩笑 Sentences: Xià xīngqī xuéxiào xiūxi, tóngxuémen hěn gāoxìng. 下星期学校休息,同学们很高兴。 Wǒ hé Wáng xiānsheng de guānxì hǎoxiàng chūxiàn le yìxiē wèntí. 我和王先生的关系好像出现了一些问题。 Xièxie nǐ tíxǐng wǒ yùxí xià yíkè. 谢谢你提醒我预习下一课。 Wǒ xiāngxìn nàge xiǎohuǒzi huì nàixīn de xiūlǐ tāde zìxíngchē. 我相信那个小伙子会耐心地修理他的自行车。 Tongue tw2017-10-1502 minChinese StudioChinese StudioLesson 127 I Want to Hear Our Story.M: Péngyoumen. Nǐmen hǎo! Huan1ying2 shou1ting1 Xiànzài Xuú Hànyǔ. Wǒ shì ML. S: Wǒ shìStuart. ML, 你紧张吗? M: Wǒ hěn jǐnzhāng. S: Nǐ wèi shénme jǐnzhāng? M: Because I want to hear our story. 因为我想听我们的故事. S: 我们的故事 our story, wǒmen de gùshi. No problem méi wèntí. First, Chapter five again, 第五章; then, rànhòu, chapter 6, dìliù zhāng. ML, you read dì wǔ zhāng. M: Ok. The cat ran into a room and shut the door. 那只猫跑进房间,关上门. It thought, it's not dangerous...2016-12-1904 minChinese StudioChinese StudioLesson 126 Don't be nervous.M: Péngyǒu. Nǐmen hǎo! Huānyīng shōutīng Xiànzài Xué Hànyǔ. Wǒ shì ML. S: Wǒ shì Stuart. Time for Chapter five. M: Stuart, I'm so tense 我很紧张 wǒ hěn jǐnzhāng. That poor cat! S: Don't be nervous 别紧张 bié jǐnzhāng. The two big dogs are very cute. 那两只大狗很可爱 nà liǎng zhī dà gǒu hěn kěài,not a bit dangerous. 一点儿不危险 yī diǎnr bù wēixiǎn. M: I hope it's like that 我希望是这样 wǒ xīwàng shì zhèyàng. S: Certainly it's like that 肯定是这样 kěndìng shì zhèyàng. You listen, nǐ tīn...2016-12-1904 minChinese StudioChinese StudioLesson 063 It’s Three Quarters Past Six Now.M: Dàjiā hǎo. Huānyíng nǐmen dào Xiànzài Xué Hànyǔ, lesson 63. Wǒ shì ML. S: Wǒ shì Stuart. 今天我们yào xué, more about time, 时间 time shíjiān. M: Stuart has returned to his room, 他回了他的房间 tā huìle tāde fángjiān. S: And ML has returned home, 她回家了 tā huí jiā le. M: Actually, we're in the studio! S: Don't tell anyone! S: wǒ hěn lèi. xiànzài shì jí diǎn? Quarter past eleven! 十一点一刻shí yī diǎn yī kè. 现在,我睡觉 xiànzài, wǒ shuìjiào. S: Xiànzài shì jídiǎn le? 6:45, in the early morning! 早晨,六点三刻,zǎochen...2016-09-0505 minChinese StudioChinese StudioLesson 062 When Will You Come Tomorrow?M: Dàjiā hǎo! Huānyíng dào Xiànzài Xué Hànyǔ. Wǒ shì ML. S: Wǒ shì Stuart. Remember, Listen tīng, speak shuō, and guess cāi yī cāi. M: 今天,第六十二课. Today, Lesson 62. Jīntiān, dì liù shí èr kè. Repeat it everybody. S: Jīntiān, dì liù shí èr kè. M: Hǎo. What did we decide at the end of the previous lesson? S: I'd go to sleep. 我去睡觉 wǒ qù shuìjiào. You'll return home. 你回家 nǐ huí jiā. M: But first we'll plan our schedule for tomorrow. S: And learn more about telling...2016-09-0504 min3字で学ぶ中国語《汉语动词三字经》アーカイブ1-1003字で学ぶ中国語《汉语动词三字经》アーカイブ1-1000081.誕生日を祝う第81回です。 今回は过guò(過ごす、祝う)です。 过生日 guò shēngri (誕生日を祝う) 生日shēngriは誕生日という意味です。 过guòは過の簡体字で、(時間を)過ごすという意味です。この过guòの目的語として特別な日が来ると、その日を祝うという意味になります。 (例)过国庆节 guò Guóqìngjié (国慶節を祝う) (例)过春节 guò Chūnjié (春節を祝う) 現在の中国の祝日は主なもので9つほどありますが、中でも劳动节Láodòngjié(メーデー)の5月1日と、国庆节Guóqìngjié(中華人民共和国の建国記念日)の10月1日は特別で、元々はその日を挟んで3日間の休みでしたが、近年国内需要を喚起するために1週間程度の休みが設けられるようになりました。それぞれ五一黄金周wǔyī huángjīnzhōu、十一黄金周shíyī huángjīnzhōuと言います。黄金周huángjīnzhōuは読んで字の如し、ゴールデンウィークのことで、中国でも旅行シーズンです。 現在中国では普段の生活は日本と同じように新暦を使っていますが、伝統行事については今も旧暦で祝います。 旧暦のことは农历nónglìと言います。农nóngは農の簡体字、历lìは暦または歴の簡体字です。 新暦のことは公历gōnglìと言います。 伝統行事の中で、そして全ての祝祭日の中で最大且つ最重要なのものは春节Chūnjié(旧暦のお正月)です。新暦と旧暦はずれていますから、春节Chūnjiéは新暦に当てはめると年によって日が違い、早いときは1月下旬、遅い時は2月の中旬くらいになります。仕事や進学で故郷を離れている人々が何を差し置いても故郷へ家族の元へ帰省したい時期が春节Chūnjié、それこそ民族大移動の時期です。 さて、 过生日guò shēngri(誕生日を祝う) 話を戻しまして、誕生日に必ず言うセリフ「誕生日おめでとう!」は中国語では以下のように言います。 祝你生日快乐! Zhù nǐ shēngri kuàilè! 乐lèは楽の簡体字です。 誕生日を迎える人に対する決まり文句ですので、それに相当する日本語で訳していますが、祝zhùは「祈る・願う」といった意味です。 (例)祝你健康! Zhù nǐ jiànkāng! (ご健康をお祈りします) 祝你生日快乐!Zhù nǐ shēngri kuàilè!は直訳すれば「あなたの誕生日が楽しいものでありますようお祈りします」とでもなりましょうか。 夏休みということで、旅行に出かけられる方も多いでしょう。 祝你旅途愉快! Zhù nǐ lǚtú yúkuài!
(楽しいご旅行を!)2006-09-2300 min