This episode features Shireen Saski of the CBS Sports Network, sideline reporter and wife of college hockey analyst Dave Starman. Shireen talks about her career, growing up in Detroit as a sports fan, and working with her husband as the only husband and wife tandem in all of sports. I hope you enjoy this wonderful conversation! --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/john-leahy/message
This episode features award winning author Kirk McKnight, author of the books “Voices of Baseball” and “Voices of Hockey.” Kirk discusses his upcoming re-release of Voices of Baseball, due out in April. I highly recommend Kirk’s book for anyone interested in sports broadcasting. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/john-leahy/message
Joining.me this week is Chuck Kaiton, former radio voice of the Hartford Whalers and Carolina Hurricanes. Chuck explores some classic NHL arenas from a broadcaster’s perspective. A fascinating discussion, and a whole lot of fun. Enjoy! --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/john-leahy/message
For nearly a decade I was the radio voice of the Lowell Spinners, the short season affiliate of the Boston Red Sox. During that time I had the great opportunity to work with general manager Shawn Smith. In this episode, we reflect back on some Lowell Spinners memories. We also touch on Shawn’s career and current new position with the Red Sox in Fort Myers, FL. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: http...
This episode features NESN and ESPN+ broadcaster Bridgette Proulx. She is a rising star in the industry, and I hope you enjoy this informative conversation. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/john-leahy/message
In this episode, I caught up with friend and colleague Joe Pott, who I worked with in the Frontier League. Joe is now the director of broadcasting and communications at Southern Illinois University of Edwardsville. Joe and I shared many great stories in this episode. I hope you enjoy it! --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/john-leahy/message
In this very special episode, I visit with good friend and colleague Jesse Goldberg-Strassler, a broadcaster, author, and baseball historian. We relived Jesse”s experience of being called up to the major leagues for the first time in full depth. We also talked about his books, the NHL Winter Classic, and Vin Scully. I hope you enjoy this wonderful conversation! --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/john-leahy/message
To finish off 2022, here is the replay of my episode which paid tribute to my Dad. Originally published back in May, I shared my thoughts and paid tribute to my mentor, hero, and role model. Wishing all a happy, healthy, and prosperous 2023! --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/john-leahy/message
A look back at my personal year in review. The highs and lows of 2022. This is the first of two episodes this week, as I will also replay my “”Tribute to Dad” episode tomorrow. Happy New Year everyone, may it be a joyous, happy healthy 2023 for everyone! --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/john-leahy/message
Merry Christmas! In this episode, I break out the guitar, banjo and uke to play some Christmas music for you. It’s my annual Christmas episode. Always great fun, and I hope you like what you hear. Please share and subscribe for fresh new content every Wednesday! --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/john-leahy/message
In the broadcast booth this week I welcome in good friend and colleague Nate Bridges. Nate is a broadcaster who has done extensive work for UNH and is an avid golf enthusiast. He is a welcome guest to the podcast! --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/john-leahy/message
I go back to my hometown for this episode-my hometown of Stoughton, MA. Featured this week is Massachusetts High School Hall of Fame coach Greg Burke, who just finished his final year in Stoughton after 32 years on the sidelines. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/john-leahy/message
This week I travelled up to Candia NH to visit with singer and songwriter Nicole Knox Murphy. She performed several of her original songs and we finished it off with a Christmas song together. I hope you enjoy her great music! --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/john-leahy/message
Happy Thanksgiving! This week we celebrate this special holiday by visiting with good friend Ken Cail. A longtime New Hampshire sportscaster and former voice of the New Hampshire Monarchs as well as multiple time New Hampshire Sportscaster Of the Year, we examine the four F’s of Thanksgiving- family, food, football, and fun. Wherever you celebrate this year, I wish you all a joyous and blessed Thanksgiving holiday. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. h...
This episode is one of my most popular ones- and this week I am airing a replay of it. My guest was Chuck Kaiton, the longtime voice of the Hartford Whalers and the Carolina Hurricanes. We reminisced about Chuck’s time in Hartford and Raleigh, and discussed various elements of hockey broadcasting. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/john-leahy/message
In this episode I caught up with Merrimack men’s head hockey coach Scott Borek. We discussed the team and it’s play thus far as well as touching on the untimely passing of assistant coach Josh Ciocco. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/john-leahy/message
In this episode, I caught up with Andy Powers, the radio color commentator of Boston College hockey. Listen as Andy shares his colorful background and career, thoughts on Boston College hockey and thoughts about the upcoming BC-Merrimack weekend. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/john-leahy/message
Former NHL referee and player Paul Stewart joins me in this week’s episode as we discuss a wide range of topics, including classic arenas, fisticuffs from his playing days, fisticuffs from an official’s perspective, a special memorabilia exhibition , a special reunion and a special look back at a mutual old friend. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/john-leahy/message
Catching up with my new work with ESPN, my crazy schedule, and an update on our crazy house adventure. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/john-leahy/message
This episode features Canton (MA) high school educator Ed McDonough, who teaches visual production at Canton (MA) High School. For two decades, Ed has had a passion for teaching the youth of today about the fine art of visual storytelling. Broadcasting work has been a large component of that. In this episode we talk about everything from storytelling to high school football to human interest stories. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.f...
This week I take time and share my most downloaded episode of the podcast to date- a chat with College Hockey News and Mack Report reporter Mike McMahon. Nearing the end of our first season, I thought I’d take some time to reshare the most listened to episode. Stay tuned for the season premiere of Season 2 in a few weeks! --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/john-leahy/message
In this episode, I invite in my longtime childhood friend and hockey expert Peter Sewcyk to preview the 2022-23 NHL season. Pete is a physical therapist based out of Randolph, MA. who is fully capable of working in the hockey industry- his wealth of hockey knowledge is vast. We take a look at the four divisions and break down all 32 teams. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/john-le...
Stopping by this week is former Boston Red Sox radio play by play voice Jerry Trupiano, a veteran play by play voice who has worked for multiple teams over the course of his brilliant career. Jerry was a wonderful guest who had wonderful stories to tell. I hope you enjoy this wonderful episode! --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/john-leahy/message
This episode takes an in depth look at the upcoming 2022-23 Hockey East men’s season. Along with Merrimack color analyst and CHN reporter Mike Machnik, as well as college hockey podcaster Ian Beauchesne, we preview all 11 teams and share our thoughts on the upcoming season. I hope you enjoy this in depth look into the league! --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/john-leahy/message
