2 For Chirping

Josh Passolt jumps on the pod to talk about how he's a cheesehead (kinda), plus his crazy start to pro hockey, plus stay tuned toward the end to find out why Andrew isn't the only broadcaster on this podcast!

Wanna learn how to say something in Russian? Stay til the end of this podcast to find out. Before then, listen to the stories of Phil Lagunov, who credits a former head coach for his success in hockey. Lagunov's debut on the pod also talks about adjusting to life in a new city and the challenges of moving away from home, plus hear how Phil persevered and fought through an injury to continue p...

The Captain finally joins the pod! "Mr. Cincinnati" breaks down his love of Marvel and DC, talks about stops along his pro playing journey, and how he almost/kinda/sorta stumbled into becoming a pro wrestler! Hear from Vaiver like never before right here on 2FC!

On a special edition of TFC, Dennis and Judy Shepard come on to the Cyclones Podcast to share their touching, emotional story of the Matthew Shepard Foundation, named after their son, Matthew Shepard. This podcast delves into inclusivity and the need for such in our communities. As the Cyclones inch closer to the team's annual Shutout The Hate Night on November 18, we hope this episode serves...

It's the return of Two for Chirping! After an offseason hiatus, Cyclones Assistant Coach Alex Bezerra joins the pod in one of the most heavily edited and bleeped interviews yet. Enjoy the laughs (there are lots) the shoutouts, and more about the life and journey of Coach Bezerra to the Cincinnati Cyclones!

You'll learn a lot about Zack Andrusiak in this episode. If you like baseball, enjoy the opening. If you don't, you might wanna skip through the first 5 minutes of this (BOOOOOO if you're skipping). Learn about what Zack has been up to this summer, plus hear his thoughts on this year's upcoming roster. You'll also get Andrusiak's take on THAT big absence in the Cyclon...

The often quite Patrick Polino is back with the Cyclones...and this time he's happy to talk at length! The man referred to as "pistol" (and no, he's not Pistol Pete) shares his up-and-down journey through the 2021-22 season, including how he honestly felt health-wise come playoff time. He also happens to be from Buffalo, New York; the same city as another Patrick in hockey, who...

Nick Lidstrom, Bobby Hull, PK Subban. Those are just some of the names that talented defenseman Jalen Smereck models his game off. The former ECHL All-Star is back after a year overseas and he's bringing his talents to downtown Cincy! Hear about Smereck's experience prior to being a Cyclone, including signing an NHL contract and an all-important conversation about diversity in the sport...

"The enemy of my enemy is my friend." Or something like that 😬 In this episode, we cross enemy lines, as Matt Berry leaves the interstate rival-Toledo Walleye to join the 'Clones for next season! This is a big deal and this is a big-time scorer (check the stats if ya don't believe us). Why did Matt choose to leave a team that had just went to the Kelly Cup Finals? What made hi...

How many 23-year-olds can say they've lived in Russia, Canada, and the United States? Welp, you'll get to hear from one today. Phil Lagunov is the newest signing for the 'Clones and he's gonna talk all about his roller coaster of a career and life so far. From the difficulties of being away from friends and family in Russia, to betting on himself at a school ranked outside the...

If you blink, you might just miss Matt McLeod speeding down the ice when he's back in a Cyclones jersey this fall! Hear from hockey's version of The Flash as "Macker" discusses his summer trips, including a cool trip to the NHL Western Conference Finals, plus training with his brothers and dad just like old times, and how maybe you'll see a slower, but better version of Ma...

Get ready for year 2 of Brandon Yeamans in a Cyclones jersey! Catch up with the young, scrappy forward as he talks about coming back from a cool trip to celebrate, his offseason routine, did he or did he not substitute teach in Canada this summer (? 👀), and his approach to this and every training camp now that he's a professional hockey player.

This guy knows how to 'Betts' on himself....get it? Dakota Betts has been an underdog his entire playing career. He's as blue collar as they come. Hear about what keeps 'Bettsy' busy during the summer (hint; it's a lot!), plus more about how this 21 year old became the newest and youngest signing for the Cyclones this offseason!

🚨 ARVIN ATWAL IS A CYCLONE AGAIN 🚨  One of the toughest players to ever wear a Cyclones jersey is back in The Queen City! Arvin is as candid as they come. The man doesn't pull punches on the ice (obviously) or off the ice. Hear the 26-year-old document his last few seasons and dealing with both the pandemic and an injury, along with why he chose to come back to Cincinnati and how a player l...

Jeremiah Addison may have helped find the first team dog in Cyclones history! Stay tuned for that later in the interview. Before then, Hear all about the newest face of the Cyclones. Jeremiah takes you on a ride through the emotions of being drafted by an original six franchise, plus what led him to Cincinnati and what his goals are once getting to The Queen City!

Back by popular demand; Lincoln Griffin is a Cyclone once again! Find out what Griff is doing this summer, plus what he may be looking to do in the future based off a conversation on Mini Chirps with a recent signing 👀. Lincoln talks about his success in Cincy, the energy of the crowds, and what to expect in year two!

All-Star Wyatt Ege is back and this time the more-quietly known defenseman speaks at length about last season, plus what he's been up to this summer and what to expect for when the 'Clones drop the biscuit on a new season this October!

The 'Clones keep coming back! Matt Cairns joins the growling list of defenseman to return for a second season in Cincinnati, but his decision wasn't an easy one. Hear from Cairns as he details his off-season and what the final deciding factor was in determining the Cyclones were the right fit.

There's nothing mini about this episode! The big, 6'3" , 200+ pound Sean Allen has re-signed with the Cyclones and he's gonna tell you how he thinks the fans of Cincinnati will view the tough heavyweight this season. Hear about Allen's off-season routine, his choice to turn pro before pursuing college, and more!

Still trying to book your weekend getaway to Canada? You may wanna call Graeme Brown; the next Cyclones player signing! Hear about what Graeme is doing for work this summer, plus important details on his health following an injury in the playoffs last season and what he's doing now to prepare to entertain Cyclones fans once again!

Meet the newest face to the 22-23 'Clones! Lee Lapid is a super-talented, super-smart player out of Canisius College (wait 'til we list his academic accolades). Hear about how the forward got the attention of the Cyclones, the importance of good grades, and more!

How do you pronounce "Caron?" You're about to find out! Take a listen as Cody talks about pronunciations, rehabbing from season-ending surgery, being around Justin Vaive, and how the gritty forward is ready to return to Cincinnati and throw on a Cyclones jersey for year 2! 

Josh Burnside is back for year 2 and in his words, he's ready to take his game to a "whole 'nother level!" Hear about what Josh has been up to this summer, why he thinks he had a bad season, and the growth of diversity in the sport he loves.

Veteran Louie Caporusso is the next player to sign with the 'Clones! What's he been doing since you last saw him? Just eating some Fillet Mignon near Niagara Falls while becoming an influencer on twitter. No big deal. Catch all that and more here!

Back by popular demand, Dajon Mingo becomes our first repeat guest on the pod! Mings talks about living life in Cincy, including his first summer in The Queen City. Plus, hear about the all-star defenseman's journey through injury this summer and will this be the curtain call for Mingo's playing career? All that and more is loaded on this week's player signing podcast, or as we like...