Ben Callaghan

The Wildcast

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Independent views of the world of the Swindon Wildcats and other UK Ice Hockey News

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Author

Ben Callaghan

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Sports

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Latest episode

Jul 14, 2023

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Episodes

Episode 13 - Spring Cup, Week One 19.02.2021

In Episode 13; Ben, Tom & Joe are joined by Wildcats #3 Balint Pakozdi for a look back on the first weekend of the NIHL Spring Cup where the Cats saw two defeats to a very strong Sheffield Steeldogs team. We also take a look at this weekend's games with the Bees IHC and how their roster is shaping up for the tournament. Don't forget to subscribe to the podcast and follow us on Twitter @The_Wil...

Episode 12 - The NIHL Spring Cup 04.02.2021

Welcome to our first podcast of 2021, after a couple of weeks away from the mic Ben & Tom are once again joined by Joe Scutts the man behind the NIHL Stats page to discuss the breaking news regarding the NIHL Spring Cup. On top of all this we have an exclusive interview with Head Coach Aaron Nell where he talks a little more about the upcoming 12 game series. As always don't forget to follow u...

Episode 11 - Shane Moore 22.12.2020

In our final episode of 2020, the guys are joined by former Wildcats Captain and Defenceman Shane Moore.  Shane and the guys talk about his career in general and specifically the seasons he spent in Swindon. After icing over 400 games for the Cats, there is plenty to talk about! Enjoy our 'festive' special as we finish our year with this interview. Don't forget to follow us on Twitter @The_Wi...

Episode Ten - We Talk Hockey! 21.11.2020

After what feels like forever, the boys get to talk about hockey! With the Cats beating MK 8-6 on Saturday before falling 5-1 to Sheffield on Sunday, there were plenty of talking points. We also look ahead to this weekends contest where the Wildcats travel to MK on the Saturday night before hosting Sheffield to complete their Streaming Series on Sunday. Don't forget to subscribe and follow us on T...

Episode Nine - Streaming Series Preview 14.11.2020

In Episode 9, Tom and I talk all things Streaming Series. Recorded on the eve of the Wildcats taking on MK Lightning we take a look at the rosters of the three participating teams and also pick out ones to watch for the opening weekend of the Streaming series! Ladies and Gents, Hockey Is Back! Don't forget to hit the subscribe button and also give us a follow on Twitter @The_Wildcast 

Episode Eight - The Pilot Series & Josh Batch 04.11.2020

In this episode we sit down with Wildcats Head Coach Aaron Nell for his first appearance on the podcast. With the recently announced pilot series and the arrival of Josh Batch from Cardiff there was plenty to talk about! We hope you enjoy tuning in! Don't forget to subscribe and follow us on Twitter @The_Wildcast 

Episode Seven - Sam Jones 09.10.2020

For this episode we were delighted to be joined by Sam Jones who's still back home in Canada after his move to the Steelers got delayed by Covid. We discussed his early career, his time in the Elite League and of course the title winning season for the Wildcats. It was a great interview and we hope you enjoy it as much as we have had recording it!  Don't forget to subscribe and follow us on s...

Episode Six - Reed Sayers & Season Delays 21.09.2020

In a shorter Episode Six, the boys catch up with the news that Reed Sayers has become a full time Swindon Wildcat, and the news that NIHL Start Date has been pencilled in for 1st January 2021. On top of this we also touch on the EIHL season being cancelled. As always, don't forget to hit subscribe to make sure you don't miss any future episodes or follow us on twitter @The_Wildcast and like our fa...

Episode Five - Balint & NHL 23.08.2020

As we reach our fifth episode, Ben and Tom take some time to discuss the latest news from the Wildcats after it was confirmed that Balint Pakozdi would be a member of the side for 20/21. The duo also talk about the latest news coming out of the National League as well as touching on hockey life over the pond with the Stanley Cup Playoffs.  Remember to follow the podcast on Twitter @The_Wildca...

Episode Four - Sam Bullas - Part 2 31.07.2020

In Episode 4, Ben and Tom are once again joined by Swindon Wildcats Captain Sam Bullas for the second half of his interview. This time the focus is on more recent years of his career, the cup double and the 19/20 league title being the most important moments! The boys also talk about the recent Wildcats news of Loris Taylor and Toms Rutkis returning to the side for 20-21.  Stay tuned for more...

Episode Three - Sam Bullas - Part 1 22.07.2020

In Episode Three Ben & Tom spend a little bit of time discussing the news out of Bracknell Ice Rink, as well as talking about Ben Nethersell signing a new 2 year deal with the Wildcats.  The Feature this week is the first half of a long interview with Swindon Wildcats captain Sam Bullas. In this episode we talk about how his move to Swindon came about, what life in his first few years her...

Episode Two - NIHL Stats 02.07.2020

This week Ben and Tom re joined by Joe Scutts, the man behind @NIHL_Stats on Twitter. We talk about the return of Sam Godfrey for the next 2 years with the Wildcats, signing news around the NIHL National League and then discuss NIHL Stats and how the work Joe does allowed him to pick some end of season awards featuring two popular Wildcats faces!  Be sure to subscribe to the podcast and follo...

Episode One - Pilot 08.06.2020

The Wildcast is here! Host Ben Callaghan and co-host Tom Graham take a look at The Wildcast, the current shape of the Swindon Wildcats 20/21 roster, the departures of Bebris and Johnson as well a bit of news around the world of UK Ice Hockey.

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