What the Chel

Get excited, because WTC is back for 2025! It’s been a while, so we have LOTS to cover. This week, I’m yapping about the World Juniors (men’s AND women’s, thank you very much!), checking in on our favorite superstars at the season’s midpoint, spotlighting some fun news from the PWHL, and so much more. Subscribe to What the Chel on whatever podcast app you listen on and leave me a rating and a revi...

My little baby podcast is a little toddler podcast now! Happy birthday, WTC <3 This week, we’ve got big trades, surprising milestones, and roster updates galore. From trouble in Manhattan to the Caps’ record-breaking streak (without Ovi!), there’s plenty to discuss. I'm also chatting about the 4 Nations Faceoff rosters, trades shaking up the league, the PWHL, and more! Follow the pod on social...

We've made it to the quarter mark of the NHL season and there's lots to talk about! From silly moments to milestones galore and coaching changes to trades, I'm diving into it all. I'm also talking about the PWHL with Season 2 officially being underway. A big rule change and video games on tap are sure to make for an exciting season for the girls. As always, I'm sharing hockey history and my three...

This week it's just me again and I'm catching you up on news from the NHL, PWHL, and more! I'm fangirling about the new PWHL jerseys, telling you the legend of the toothless Yeti who stole a car, raving about the Capitals, and more! We're also back to your regularly scheduled hockey history and three-star segments. Happy Episode 57 to all who celly! Follow the show @whatthechelpod and your hostess...

This week, I'm interviewing Zoe Kalen! Even if her name does not sound familiar, you've most likely seen a photo of her viral Dallas Stars "scoreboard blanket" floating around the internet. What started as an idea and a ball of yarn turned into a project unlike any other. Zoe has found community, creativity, and even love through her scoreboard blanket. This was such a fun conversation! Follow the...

Welcome to Season 3 of What the Chel! I am so excited to start talking at you again and seeing where the third iteration of this little podcast takes us because, as they say, third time's the charm. This week, I'm recapping the 3 biggest things that happened this offseason, sharing 3 predictions for the upcoming year, and manifesting 3 goals for WTC. 3 has always been a lucky number for me! Follow...

This week, I'm giving you a surface-level look into the very deep roots of hockey in Indigenous communities, specifically the Mi'kmaq Nation. Though it has been debated, there is more and more compelling evidence that we have Indigenous communities to thank for the sport we all know and love. From the earliest ash sticks, to Fred Sasakamoose, to the 2024 NHL draft, both the past and the future of...

The offseason may have arrived, but I'm not going anywhere! This week I'm talking about the Stanley Cup Championship, 2024 draft, free agency deadline, and so much more. I'm giving you a little recap on things you may have missed with all that's going on across the league, and sharing the little glimmers of hope we're seeing in making the sport of hockey more diverse, inclusive, and equal. I'm als...

On this week's episode, it's just us again and I'm chatting about so many things! From minor league champions to the upcoming NHL Documentary, the Stanley Cup Finals to the Walter Cup, I'm covering it all! I'm also sharing some INCREDIBLY exciting PWHL-related news and embracing my summer-fueled delusion and delirium. What else would you expect from me? Use code STICKSZN10 at doublehockeystix.com...

This week, I'm chatting with Brianna Graham, a former Arizona Coyotes cheerleader! We're talking about her two seasons with the organization, the ins and outs of being an NHL cheerleader, what went wrong with the Coyotes, and much more. Follow my guest @thebriannagram Follow the show @whatthechelpod and your hostess @haylauryn_ Intro by @itsbubbo Thanks for listening! :) Hosted on Acast. See acast...

This week, I'm chatting with Lacey of Double Hockey Stix! Lacey is a dear friend, fellow Ducks fan, and small business owner who creates unique hockey merch and advocates for marginalized communities in the sport through her DHS platform. We're talking about the good, the bad, and the ugly of the hockey world, being a small business owner, and existing as a marginalized person in a community that...

The Nat is out of the bag! I'm back with a VERY special guest... Natalia! We're sharing our sensory overload experience at TMobile Arena in Vegas, looking back on our top moments from the season, and giving you the elevator pitch for Natalia's new podcast, Stick Season. Get ready for rambling, everyone! This episode of WTC is sponsored by Double Hockey Stix-- not your daddy's hockey brand! Use cod...

This week, I'm diving into all kinds of news across the NHL, PWHL, minor leagues, and more. I'm sharing the 101 on the new Utah hockey team, taking a peek into players' off-ice habits, and butchering way too many names along the way. Follow the show @whatthechelpod and your hostess @haylauryn_ Subscribe to WTC on whatever podcast app you listen on and leave me a rating and a review! Intro by @itsb...

Join me for a whirlwind of hockey news in Episode 47! From Jakub Silfverberg's retirement to the Arizona Coyotes (oh boy), to more wholesome news like Marc-Andre Fleury being the prank king and a literal puck bunny, I'm covering it all! I'm also talking about lots of news from the PWHL, the Women's Worlds, minor leagues, and college hockey. If it happened at a rink, I'm talking about it this week!...

This week, I'm chatting with Christina Chu, a registered dietician with a focus in sports nutrition. We're chatting about athletes and their nutrition, the field of sports dietetics, Biosteel, Connor Bedard, and much more! This is such a fun and informative episode, I hope you enjoy it! *TW: Around the 38-minute mark, there's a very brief mention of EDs. If this is a sensitive topic for you, feel...

This week, I'm diving into my time attending the Ducks Women in Sports Night panel featuring Annie Camins, Mackenzie Dern, Helene Elliott, and Denise White, moderated by Alexis Downie. I also give some updates on NHL milestones, the current playoff picture, and my thoughts on who should (and should not be featured) in the rumored behind-the-scenes documentary series. I'm also tackling PWHL news, i...

This week, I'm chatting with Katelynn Reiss-- community manager for Hockey Wraparound, producer of multiple hockey podcasts, professional photographer, and so much more. She is a true multitalented inspiration and she has so much wisdom to share, especially when it comes to fearless networking and getting your name out there as someone who wants to work in sports. I hope you enjoy this episode as...

In this episode of WTC, I'm diving headfirst into the whirlwind of NHL trade deadline madness, telling you about my first warmup puck, rambling and ranting, and defending John Tortorella. Plus, I'm highlighting the bold move by the Wild in pulling their goalie during overtime, giving PWHL updates, and giving my Woman of the Week and three stars, as always. It's a long one, so buckle up! Hosted on...

This week, I have the absolute honor of chatting with Breanna Ebisch! Breanna is a researcher at NHL Network, head journalist with Sports Girls Club, and an absolutely incredible and inspiring human and woman in sports. We chat about her career, some fun stories she's had, and much more! Follow the show @whatthechelpod and your hostess @haylauryn_ Follow my guest @breannaebisch Please subscribe to...

Class is in session! This week, I'm teaching you the basics of penalties on the ice. Whether 2-minute minor, 5-minute major, or 10-minute misconduct-- they're covered here. Follow me @whatthechelpod and your hostess @haylauryn_ Subscribe to What the Chel on whatever podcast app you listen and please leave me a rating and a review! It helps so much <3 Intro by @itsbubbo Thanks for listening! :)...

I'm back (and so is my voice)! This week I'm covering the Stadium Series and its disappointing entrance fits, a handful of player milestones, some exciting PWHL updates, and much more! Follow the show @whatthechelpod and your host @haylauryn_. Subscribe to What the Chel on whatever podcast app you listen on and leave me a rating and a review. It helps so much! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privac...

This week, I'm talking all things All-Star with Muffy from the "Shut Your Five Hole and Listen" podcast! We chat about the PWHL showcase, draft, skills competition, games, and more. Join us as we dive down the rabbit hole of Kucherov flopping, Buble using drugs, and more! Follow Muffy @fiveholepodcast and subscribe to Shut Your Five Hole and Listen Follow @whatthechelpod and your hostess @haylaury...

This week, I'm talking with Beth Frank, hockey lover and owner of her small business, Stick Tap Designs, where creativity takes center stage alongside her love of hockey. We talk about the unique crossovers between the worlds of art and hockey, as Beth takes us behind the scenes of her creative process, the challenges of running a small business, and some of the biggest wins she's experienced. We...

Join me for this week's episode, a whirlwind of hockey talk! I'm rambling about a handful of topics from the Women's World Juniors to all-things All Star, the groundbreaking Cutter Gauthier + Jamie Drysdale trade, and more. I also cover my woman of the week, hockey history, and three stars, as always! Please subscribe to What the Chel on whatever podcast app you listen to and leave a rating and a...

This week, I'm chatting with Emma Dowsett. Emma is a fellow hockey lover, sports writer, youth soccer coach, and overall lovely person! We had so much fun chatting and I hope you'll enjoy this episode as much as I do. Subscribe to WTC on whatever podcast app you listen to and leave a rating or a review! It helps out so much :) Follow @whatthechelpod and your host @haylauryn_ everywhere Intro by @i...