House of Hockey Podcast

Breezy and Rae Rae talk to Steve Mears, the AT&T SportsNet Pittsburgh play-by-play announcer for the Penguins. The Pittsburgh native’s resume includes calling NHL Outdoor games, All-Star games, Stanley Cup Finals and working at NHL Network. Steve talks about his game preparation, memorable moments like coaches fighting and how the Penguins played this season.  Breezy and Rae discuss Mathew Barzal...

Breezy and Rae Rae preview the highs and lows of the Stanley Cup Playoffs 2021 with a look back at Round 1 and look ahead to Round 2. Hear why Rae is excited to watch the Canes vs. Lighting series and why Breezy has all eyes on the Avs vs. Golden Knights series.  Plus Rae reveals which former House of Hockey guest she randomly ran into in Pittsburgh and Breezy shares her frustrating first time vis...

Breezy and Rae Rae talk to retired professional hockey player and Stanley Cup champion Cam Connor. Cam won Lord Stanley in ‘78-’79 season with the Montreal Canadiens. He was selected 1st overall in the expansion draft with the Edmonton Oilers, played with Wayne Gretzky, was an assistant coach in the AHL and now hosts his own podcast called “View From The Penalty Box.” His stories are hilarious and...

Breezy and Rae Rae talk to Carolina Hurricanes Rinkside Reporter on Bally Sports South/South East Abby Labar. Abby is the Pregame and Postgame Show Host on Hurricanes LIVE! Hear her favorite moments covering the Canes, the time PNC Arena fans booed her, and her love for hockey! Breezy and Rae discuss which teams they’re watching in the Stanley Cup Playoffs, Tyler Toffoli’s “Players Tribune” articl...

Breezy and Rae Rae talk to the Edmonton Oilers TV Reporter and Digital Content Producer Tony Brar. He shares his inspiring story of leaving a business job to pursue his passion for hockey and TV. Tony will also discuss why Connor McDavid is an incredible player on and off the ice, his compelling interactions with Alex Chaisson, and more! Breezy and Rae discuss the New York Rangers and Washington C...

Breezy and Rae Rae talk to Greg Wolf Tampa Bay Lightning’s in-game host. Greg, aka The Wolf, is in his 14th season with the team and shares stories of interviewing Peter Budaj Junior, partying with the players in Stockholm, and hosting the epic Stanley Cup party at Raymond James Stadium. Plus hear how he started hosting for the team and the high tech in-game experience at Amalie Arena.  Breezy and...

Breezy and Rae Rae chat with a couple of Beauts, literally. Kelsey Neumann and Carly Jackson are two of the goalies for the NWHL Buffalo Beauts. They share hilarious stories of wearing goalie gear to wedding rehearsals and advertising games on Tinder. Plus you’ll hear their thoughts on how to grow the professional women’s hockey game and what makes their sport exciting to watch! Breezy & Rae discu...

Breezy and Rae Rae talk to Andy Zilch, the play-by-play broadcaster for AHL San Diego Gulls. Andy shares a hilarious bus story, a heartwarming fan story and gives us a look at a day in his life. He also talks about his favorite part of the job which is watching players transition to the NHL and shares advice for those wanting a broadcasting career.  Breezy and Rae share another unexplained superna...

Breezy and Rae Rae talk to Gabrielle “Red” Allen, events host for the Florida Panthers. Gabby shares a day in her life at BB&T Center home games, how she learned to ice skate, joining the Panthers Roar Corps, and her immense love of the team and fans. Plus, Gabby shares a hilarious story about NHL player Vincent Trocheck, the odd locations she met Panthers Coach Quenneville, and why the team has 2...

Breezy and Rae Rae talk to Kenny Ryan, former professional hockey player and current coach. Kenny was drafted 50th overall by the Toronto Maple Leafs in 2009. He has played all over and is now the coach for the Little Caesars U16 Girls AAA Team. You’ll hear his AHL bus stories, his NHL draft experience, growing up with NHL player Jack Johnson, and where he sees the future of women’s professional h...

Breezy and Rae Rae talk to NHL Wife and Author Janelle Foligno. Her husband is Columbus Blue Jackets Captain Nick Foligno. Janelle shares her experiences before and during the pandemic along with marrying into a NHL Hockey Family including the sibling rivalries between Nick and Marcus “Uncle Moose” Foligno. You’ll hear the personal story of their daughter Milana’s heart surgeries and how she inspi...

Breezy and Rae Rae talk to the Philadelphia Flyers PA Announcer, Lou Nolan. In his 49th season, Lou has BEEN THROUGH IT ALL; Stanley Cup conquests, the renowned Flyers-Russia game and Broad Street Bullies brawls AND HAS ACQUIRED A FEW TRADEMARK ANNOUNCEMENTS. Lou shares stories about funny name pronunciations, being hit by a puck, and his most memorable NHL game.  Breezy and Rae discuss an unpopul...

Breezy and Rae Rae talk to Duane Steinel, co-host of “2 Goalies 1 Mic” podcast. He’s also the Duane of the #WeAreAllDuane where he went on a radio show and now infamously ranted about the Buffalo Sabres. You’ll hear why times are depressing for Sabres fans, how Jack Eichel has been a light, and what the team means to the city of Buffalo. Plus, Breezy and Rae discuss Justin Bieber’s new song for th...

Breezy and Rae Rae talk to San Jose Sharks writer for The Athletic, Kevin Kurz. We discuss the current state of the Sharks, loooong bus road trips, and curating relationships with the players he writes about. You’ll hear about Brent Burns bringing the team his farm raised meat and his appearance on the TV Show, “Vikings” along with Jumbo Joe Thornton’s interesting nicknames for people.  Plus, Bree...

Breezy and Rae Rae talk to former pro hockey player, Brady Leavold. His story is harrowing how went from playing hockey to shooting heroin and how he’s now back and helping the hockey community.  DISCLAIMER - Some listeners may find Brady’s story disturbing as he details sexual abuse, graphic drug use, incarceration and suicide. We are grateful that Brady is alive today to tell this recovery story...

Breezy and Rae Rae talk to Brendan Batchelor, voice of the Vancouver Canucks on SportsNet 650 and co-host of Hockey Fight Podcast. Brendan is a hockey Play-by-play broadcaster with over a decade of experience and has called more than 600 games. Brendan talks about how he became a broadcaster, shares funny team bus stories, favorite games he’s called and which hockey names are the toughest to prono...

Breezy and Rae Rae talk to Danny Heath, founder of Project Hockey an at-home training app for kids with specific guidelines for practice outside the rink. Danny grew up playing hockey in Arizona and is now a hockey coach with the goal of leaving the game of hockey better than he found it. Plus you’ll hear some great prank stories and one about his friend Pittsburgh Penguin Teddy Blueger. Breezy an...

Breezy and Rae Rae talk to professional hockey player Shawn Szydlowski who’s currently with the ECHL’s Fort Wayne Komets. Shawn shares how his Dad and the Detroit Red Wings influenced his love for the game, playing at the Joe Louis Arena as a kid, and coming up in hockey with NHL Stanley Cup Champion Ryan O’Reilly. You’ll learn about Komets fans, a funny story about avoiding an on-ice fight, and w...

Breezy and Rae Rae talk to professional hockey player Kurtis Gabriel, currently with the NHL’s San Jose Sharks. Gabriel describes his role as an agitator and his rules of chirping along with his hockey training regimen. Plus, he talks about his advocacy work on social media and on the ice for the LGBTQ+ community and for diversity and inclusion. He shares some funny stories about pro player Dany H...

Breezy and Rae Rae talk to Boston Bruins legend Rick “Nifty” Middleton. He played 12 seasons for the Bs and they retired his jersey number 16. Nifty discusses the differences between today’s NHL game, his current role as president of the Bruins Alumni Association, and how the Bruins will do this season. You’ll hear plenty of great stories including the one of how he almost missed the birth of his...

Breezy and Rae Rae talk to Blake Moynes, contestant on “The Bachelorette” and former hockey player! Playing beer league hockey is the whole reason Blake ended up on the popular TV Show. Whether you like the TV show or hockey players or BOTH, you’re going to love this episode! Blake tells us about playing University hockey with his Bambi leg, supporting the Toronto Maple Leafs, and his search for l...

Breezy and Rae Rae talk to professional Ice & Roller hockey player John Schiavo! He’s won the IIHF World Inline Champion 2017, SPHL Huntsville Havoc Champion 2019, and World Roller Games Champion 2019. John talks about his love for playing both ice AND roller hockey, the differences between the two, and winning the top title for both sports in the SAME year! The SPHL season is underway and John sh...

Breezy and Rae Rae talk to Slapshot Sweethearts Podcast hosts, Megan and Shannon. They all discuss the new NHL divisions, whether they’d go on the TV show “The Bachelor”, wearing high heels to hockey games and more.  Plus Breezy & Rae discuss the unpopular opinion of making New Year Resolutions and hear what’s happening in Breezy’s BBQ Pit.  Shop our brand new merchandise store www. Houseofhockeyp...

Breezy and Rae Rae share their overall excitement, thoughts and feelings about the upcoming 2020-2021 NHL Season! From the new divisions, team chemistry, and the fact that Dallas Stars fans are the only ones allowed to attend games in person! They also discuss the unpopular hockey opinion about advertisements on the sides of players' helmets along with a new Shut the Front Door and Breezy’s BBQ Pi...

Breezy and Rae Rae play a game of NHL Hockey Bachelorette! Join us on our journey to find faux hockey love in quarantine with guest host Jordy Cunningham guiding us along the way through group dates, dramatic twists and lots of laughs! Each bachelorette starts out with 10 NHL guys. Who will Breezy and Rae Rae give their final rose to? Listen and find out! Disclaimer: These events and scenarios did...