Working in Hockey

Tim Quinn, the Social Media & Colour Commentary Manager for the OHL's Erie Otters, joins host Nick Bowins on this week's edition of the Working in Hockey Show to discuss Tim's role, his beginnings in sports media, and valuable lessons he's learned along the way. Aside from his efforts on the Otters social media pages, Tim along with Trevor Kubeja recently took home the OHL'...

Josef Sorensen joins Nick Bowins on this week's episode of the Working in Hockey Podcast to discuss the media strategy of Hockey Trend and Crosscheck Hockey, designing hats for Retro Hockey, how to grow on social media in 2026, and lots more! From editing YouTube videos in school, to now running a hockey content empire full-time, Josef has seen it all. Lots of tangible, real-world, advice thro...

Danielle Bain, TSN's Winnipeg Bureau Reporter, joins Nick Bowins on this week's episode of the Working in Hockey podcast to discuss her journey through sports! From Maple Leaf Sports & Entertainment to the Paris Summer Olympics to the Milan Winter Olympics to covering the Jets and Blue Bombers for TSN, Danielle's career is an exciting one! Some great advice and insight into life in...

Host Nick Bowins is joined by Lee Elias, a man of many talents and various jobs within our game of hockey! The Head Coach of the Puerto Rico Women's National Hockey Team, the Founder of Hockey Wraparound, the host of Our Kids Play Hockey, a renowned author of both children's hockey books and several books on performance and team-building, not to mention someone who worked for the NHL leagu...

In this episode of the Working in Hockey podcast, host Nick Bowins interviews Ryan Bucciarelli, the Team Lead of Premium & Suite Sales for the NHL's St. Louis Blues. Ryan shares some amazing insights into his role, the impact of the Blues' Stanley Cup win on ticket sales, and the importance of building genuine relationships with the fans. He discusses the evolution of sales strategies...

In this episode of the Working in Hockey podcast, host Nick Bowins speaks with Jon Sata, the President of Business Operations for the AHL's Chicago Wolves. They discuss the current season's success, the intricacies of business operations in hockey, the importance of partnerships and sponsorships, and how the business side of hockey has evolved over the years. Jon shares insights on attract...

In this episode of the Working in Hockey podcast, host Nick Bowins interviews Sydney Silverman, the Manager of Digital Ticketing and Marketing for the AHL's Providence Bruins! Sydney shares great insight into her role, the importance of behind-the-scenes marketing strategies, and how to ensure teams are engaging as many fans as possible. She also discusses her career progression, the significance...

In this episode of the Working in Hockey podcast, host Nick Bowins interviews Aaron Logan, owner of Logan Sports Group and Heritage Stick Company. They discuss the unique commemorative items Aaron creates for sports milestones, the evolution of hockey sticks in the market, and the significance of milestones in sports culture. Aaron shares his personal journey into the hockey industry, the dynamics...

In this episode of the Working in Hockey Podcast, host Nick Bowins interviews Rodney Martin, the PA Announcer of the Penn State Nittany Lions hockey and football programs. They discuss the electrifying atmosphere at Beaver Stadium during the recent outdoor hockey games, the current season's performance of both the men's and women's teams, and Rodney's extensive career in hockey ann...

In this episode of the Working in Hockey podcast, hosts Nick Bowins and Lukas Georgas welcome Nick Alberga, the host and director of the popular show Leafs Morning Take. They discuss Alberga's journey through sports media, the importance of building a network early, and the unique environment the Nation Network is building. Nick Alberga shares insights from his time at the College of Sports Me...

In this episode of the Working in Hockey podcast, Nick Bowins interviews Katie Merrick, the Vice President of Business Operations for the USHL's Fargo Force. We discuss Katie's diverse role, community engagement, the impact of on-ice success, rebranding efforts, and the importance of internships in the hockey industry. Katie shares insights on how to stand out in the job market and the sig...

In this episode of the Working in Hockey podcast, Nick Bowins and Lukas Georgas interview Cameron Scholvin, the Senior Vice President & Chief Operating Officer of the Columbus Blue Jackets. Cameron shares insights into his day-to-day responsibilities, the importance of cross-departmental collaboration, and his journey into the sports industry. He discusses the growth of the hockey market in Co...

In this episode of the Working in Hockey podcast, Sydney Delcontivo, the manager of player safety for the PWHL, discusses both her current role and prior experiences in player safety across different leagues. Sydney shares insights into the collaborative nature of her work, the importance of technology in enhancing player safety, and the evolving standards in hockey. She also emphasizes the signif...

Hosts Nick Bowins and Lukas Georgas are joined by Utah Mammoth's Head Performance Coach Mitch Stewart to discuss Mitch's career path, how athletes prepare for the gruelling NHL season, Utah's new practice facility, and of course, some great advice for any up-and-coming strength and conditioning coaches.

In this episode of the Working in Hockey podcast, host Nick Bowins interviews Noah Goren, a seasoned professional in hockey marketing. They discuss Noah's journey from his early days in Montreal to his various roles in the hockey industry, including his time with the Laval Rocket, the NHL, and CCM. The conversation highlights the importance of networking, unique approaches to career advancemen...

On this episode of the Working in Hockey podcast, host Nick Bowins is joined by Lucas Kalish, also known as  ⁨@DontBeSaad20⁩  who has built an amazing marketing and content career for himself within hockey! From working for various minor pro hockey teams, to creating EA Sports NHL video game content, to currently being the Director of Marketing for the newest expansion team in the East Coast Hocke...

In this episode of the Working in Hockey podcast, Evan Sporer, Manager of Brand Strategy for Bleacher Report's Open Ice, discusses his journey in the sports media landscape, the growth of B/R Open Ice, and the importance of social media in engaging hockey fans. He shares insights on team dynamics, collaboration with NHL on TNT, and the evolution of content creation in the digital age. Evan als...

In this episode of the Working in Hockey podcast, Tanner Chubey, the communications manager for the WHL's Saskatoon Blades, shares insights into his role, his day-to-day, and the evolving landscape of junior hockey. He discusses the importance of player personalities, the innovative Victory Plus broadcast initiative, and the wide-range of skills he's developed, including graphic design and...

In this episode of the Working in Hockey podcast, host Nick Bowins and co-host Lukas Georgas welcome Sara Barshap, an NHL Sports Trader for FanDuel. Sara shares insights into her role, the dynamic nature of sports odds, and the importance of teamwork in trading. She discusses the skills needed for success in sports trading, the offseason strategies she employs, and the significance of networking a...

In this episode of the Working in Hockey podcast, our friend Kazxi shares his journey of becoming one of the biggest content creators in the hockey community. He discusses his initial foray into hockey through video games, the strategies he employed to grow his audience on platforms like TikTok and Instagram, and the importance of creating engaging hooks in his videos. Kazxi also delves into the b...

In this episode of the Working in Hockey podcast, host Nick Bowins speaks with USHL Commissioner Glenn Hefferan about the current state of junior hockey, the role of the USHL in player development, and the importance of mentorship in the sport. Glenn shares insights into his journey in hockey, the challenges and opportunities presented by changes in the landscape, and offers valuable career advice...

In this episode of the Working in Hockey podcast, hosts Nick Bowins and Lukas Georgas speak with Hannah Beckman, the Media and Community Relations Coordinator for the New York Sirens of the PWHL. Hannah shares insights into her role, the dynamics of working in a new league, and the importance of building relationships within the hockey community. She discusses her journey from studying journalism...

In this episode of the Working in Hockey podcast, hosts Nick Bowins and Lukas Georgas are joined by Rob MacKinlay and Kevin Henry from Hockey Players in Business. They discuss the origins of the organization, its growth, and the impact it has on the hockey community. The conversation highlights the importance of networking, charitable efforts, and the not-for-profit structure that drives their mis...

In this episode of the Working in Hockey podcast, host Nick Bowins interviews Teri Weiss, founder of Skate Armor, a company dedicated to creating safer neck guards for hockey players. Teri shares her journey of developing a neck guard that is not only effective but also comfortable for players. With her son Mason Lohrei playing in the NHL for the Boston Bruins, and her daughter Zoe Lohrei playing...

In this episode of the Working in Hockey podcast, Nick Bowins and Lukas Georgas sit down with Mike Grinnell, the executive producer of Spittin' Chiclets. Grinnelli shares his journey from a young sports media enthusiast to becoming a key player on the biggest hockey podcast and brand today. Mike discusses his dynamic and ever-evolving role at Spittin' Chiclets, the impact of media star Paul Bisson...