Pags' Perspective

I call out my alma matter, Hofstra University, on their decision last week to use an Artificial Intelligence (AI) generated video to introduce a new logo for their Athletics department, when the university has been very publicly against the use of AI in their academic work.

With the Knicks season ending last night in Indiana, I reflect on their most successful season in my lifetime thus far, being able to enjoy that playoff run with some great people along the way. Also, ripping off the band-aid that is the question of what the Knicks do this offseason to get themselves a step further next season. Intro: Morgan Wallen - '98 Braves @SleeperKnicks X thread I was referr...

I discuss Mathieu Darche's introductory press conference with the New York Islanders yesterday, and the key takeaways from that, as well as recapping recent Isles news, and looking ahead to the offseason and 2025 NHL Draft. The return of the Cross Islanders Parkway is here, talkin' Isles all offseason! Intro: NEIKED - Better Days (ft. Polo G)

Celebrating my 50th episode of Pags' Perspective tonight! Previewing Game 4 of the Eastern Conference Finals tonight between the Knicks and Pacers, and collabing with Alex Garrett's One Leg Up Network this Memorial Day discussing the beautiful tribute the Mets put on during yesterday's Military Appreciation festivities. Link to the full collab on One Leg Up: https://www.spreaker.com/episode/a-remi...

Earlier today, the Isles hired Lightning Assistant GM Mathieu Darche to become their next GM and VP of Hockey Operations. My thoughts on the hire and what this means for the future of the Islanders franchise.

Earlier this week, Fairfield Elementary School in Massapequa, NY turned 100 years old, first opening back in 1925. Class of 2014 graduate Ryan Pagano discusses this news and his experience as a Fairfield student from 2007 to 2014.

Putting a bow on these past three Pags' Perspective's, NJ Transit and the Brotherhood of Locomotive Engineers and Trainmen have agreed to a new deal, ending NJT's first strike since 1983. My reaction on tonight's episode.

Following up on yesterday's Pags' Perspective, I discuss NJ Transit engineers walking off the job at 12:01am this morning, and holding the pickett lines for the first time in over 40 years. Intro: Toto - Hold The Line All thoughts and opinions expressed on this podcast are solely my own.

On this edition of Pags' Perspective, I break down the chaos taking place in New Jersey with the potential NJ Transit strike, which would be the first in nearly 40 years if the transit agency and Brotherhood of Locomotive Engineers cannot reach an agreement by midnight tonight, May 16th, 2025. I also talk about the recent issues affecting Newark Liberty International Airport and its airspace, the...

My thoughts on the New York Islanders winning the 2025 NHL Draft Lottery, their first number one pick since drafting John Tavares in that spot 16 years ago. There's no doubt that this will be a day changing the trajectory of the Islanders franchise, with a future very uncertain as Hockey Hall of Famer Lou Lamoriello was let go from his duties as President of Hockey Ops/General Manager just weeks a...

A Monday hockey edition of Pags' Perspective, a day after the incredible Game 7 finish between the St. Louis Blues and Winnipeg Jets, which really reminded me of Islanders playoff games at the Nassau Coliseum. Speaking of the Islanders, they hope to win the 1st pick at tonight's NHL Draft Lottery in New Jersey with 3.5% odds, as well as some more Islanders news behind the scenes.

This afternoon, the New York Islanders announced they will not be renewing the contract of President/GM Lou Lamoriello, after 7 seasons with the franchise which saw 5 playoff appearances and near-back to back Stanley Cup Finals appearances, arguably the franchise’s most successful stretch post-Dynasty. My reaction to the move as well as what could come next for Isles Nation.

My thoughts on the death of Pope Francis this morning, as well as what comes next at the Vatican.

Prior to the start of the 2025 Stanley Cup Playoffs, Pags predicts all the matchups and gives his take on who will hoist Lord Stanley’s Cup this June!

Prior to the first game of the 2025 NBA Playoffs, Pags reveals his bracket and predicts who will walk away with the Larry O’Brien Trophy this season!

It was destiny. Alex Ovechkin scores his 895th NHL goal on Long Island, and yours truly was witness to a historic moment in sports. Just 26 years after The Great One, Wayne Gretzky, scored his final NHL goal against my New York Islanders, and 31 years after breaking Gordie Howe's goals record, Alex Ovechkin becomes the NHL's newest leading goal scorer. I discuss the experience of being there for s...

My reaction to Alex Ovechkin tying Wayne Gretzky’s record of 894 career NHL goals in tonight’s 5-3 Washington Capitals win over the Chicago Blackhawks, as well as the history that could very well unfold on Long Island this Sunday afternoon.

My thoughts on Cory Booker's 25 hour Senate speech, and whether or not this could make him a viable leader for the Democratic Party in 2028. Yes, this has aged like milk. A great April Fools Day prank indeed, with Booker ending this while I was in post-production of my initial thoughts.

Happy Opening Day everyone! Mets take on the Astros in their season opener from Houston, before the start of the Amazin's season, I give my Mets hot takes for 2025 and preview how they will finish standings-wise, as well as some potential bright spots to look out for. Intro: Lets Go Mets Go! Outro: Bad Bunny - NUEVAYoL

Before the first March Madness game tips off, Ryan Pagano and Jack Sargent reveal their bracket predictions for the tournament! Who do you think is winning it all this year? Send me your thoughts @ryanpags_podcasting on IG! Intro: Deerock - March Madness (Deerock Remix)

March 13, 2020 will always be a day that sticks out to me, as that was the true last day of my senior year of high school before the whole world as we knew it moved remotely and took a turn for the bad. Crazy to think that is now half a decade old, and it's nuts to think about where I'm at now. 17 year old me was committing to college by that point, ready to begin a career in college radio and hop...

Prior to today's Stadium Series game between arguably the NHL's hottest team in the Detroit Red Wings and the Columbus Blue Jackets, I welcomed Jason Spiller onto Pags' Perspective to discuss a bit of the matchup, as well as the Stadium Series and Winter Classic matchups announced for the 2025-26 season! Plus, as previewed in the previous Cross Islanders Parkway episode, we give our thoughts on ou...

Isles go an even .500 on their Florida road trip to start February, followed by a win over Vegas two nights later, in the last home game at UBS Arena before the Four Nations break. A quick recap, as well as a discussion with fellow Isles fan Jason Spiller on a controversial development unfolding regarding the UBS Arena fan experience. Originally recorded on 2/7/25.

Chris Contello of Primetime Sports joins the show to talk some NBA, 4 Nations, Spring Training, and more! Check out Primetime on YouTube at the World Of Sports Network with the link below: WOSN: https://youtube.com/@wosn9?si=ZimsfV1rc1X1by87 Intro: Kevin Rudolf (ft. Lil Wayne) - Let It Rock (instrumental)

President Trump made headlines earlier this week by barring two Associated Press reporters from entering White House press briefings, as their style guide does not use the term 'Gulf of America' as the President signed into law, as opposed to what many of you have referred to as the 'Gulf of Mexico'. As a former News Director at my college radio station, I use my journalistic perspectives from col...