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No Sleep Til Belmont: A show about the New York Islanders artwork

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No Sleep Til Belmont: A show about the New York Islanders - January 05, 2022 20:25 - 39 minutes ★★★★★ - 72 ratings
On the final episode of No Sleep Til Belmont, Arthur takes listener questions about whether the Isles’ recent power play improvements can continue or not, what the trade deadline will look like for the team if they’re out of playoff contention, how much longer Lou Lamoriello will be the GM, poten...

No Sleep Til Belmont: A show about the New York Islanders artwork

Isles looking for consistency amidst uncertainty, Mathew Barzal out of the lineup, Josh Bailey, Zdeno Chara struggling, listener questions, and more

No Sleep Til Belmont: A show about the New York Islanders - December 21, 2021 16:40 - 33 minutes ★★★★★ - 72 ratings
First, Arthur and former Islanders head coach Scott Gordon discuss how game cancellations and uncertainty about when the team is going to play next effects preparation and planning, the impact of Mathew Barzal’s absence, and two great examples of Barry Trotz’s coaching in Noah Dobson and Anthony ...

No Sleep Til Belmont: A show about the New York Islanders artwork

Islanders get a pair of wins, Anthony Beauvillier benched, Oliver Wahlstrom ice time, Ilya Sorokin to get majority of starts, and more with Scott Gordon

No Sleep Til Belmont: A show about the New York Islanders - December 14, 2021 16:40 - 34 minutes ★★★★★ - 72 ratings
First, Arthur and guest cohost, former Islanders head coach Scott Gordon, discuss the Isles doing the right things to start turning their season around, including getting more regulars back into the lineup and coming out of their own zone smoother, getting more contributions from veterans like Za...

No Sleep Til Belmont: A show about the New York Islanders artwork

Scott Gordon on signs of Islanders turnaround, Noah Dobson’s strong play, Kevin Kurz talks taking over the Islanders beat, and more

No Sleep Til Belmont: A show about the New York Islanders - December 07, 2021 18:55 - 35 minutes ★★★★★ - 72 ratings
First, Arthur is joined by The Athletic’s new Islanders beat writer, Kevin Kurz, to talk about his new role, his thoughts on the Isles, and the fanbase, Evgeni Nabokov stories, the Evander Kane situation, and more. Then, December’s guest cohost, Scott Gordon, joins the show and discusses managin...

No Sleep Til Belmont: A show about the New York Islanders artwork

Scott Gordon joins as December cohost!

No Sleep Til Belmont: A show about the New York Islanders - November 30, 2021 20:10 - 38 minutes ★★★★★ - 72 ratings
First, Arthur introduces former Islanders head coach Scott Gordon as December cohost and then the guys discuss Scott’s time on the Island, what he learned during his tenure behind the bench, what stood out to him about young players like Josh Bailey and John Tavares, and more. Plus, Scott shares...

No Sleep Til Belmont: A show about the New York Islanders artwork

Denis Potvin on UBS Arena opening weekend, the beginnings of the Dynasty Era, listener questions, and more

No Sleep Til Belmont: A show about the New York Islanders - November 22, 2021 22:35 - 34 minutes ★★★★★ - 72 ratings
Once again, the great Denis Potvin joins the show and talks to Arthur about the opening of the Islanders new home at Belmont Park, UBS Arena, and discusses the beginning of the Dynasty Era, starting with Bill Torrey’s acquisitions of Butch Goring and Ken Morrow, if the 1979-80 team’s start to the...

No Sleep Til Belmont: A show about the New York Islanders artwork

Isles legend Denis Potvin joins the show!

No Sleep Til Belmont: A show about the New York Islanders - November 16, 2021 20:05 - 33 minutes ★★★★★ - 72 ratings
Arthur is joined by legendary Islander, and NHL Hall of Famer, Denis Potvin to discuss the Nassau Coliseum’s heyday, excitement about UBS Arena, Denis’ thoughts on the Lou Lamoriello-Barry Trotz Islanders, Zach Parise, JP Parise, Al Arbour, Mike Bossy, and much more. Plus, Arthur recaps the Isla...

No Sleep Til Belmont: A show about the New York Islanders artwork

Uncle Leo headed to the KHL? Brock Nelson, Anders Lee options for Team USA, listener questions, and more

No Sleep Til Belmont: A show about the New York Islanders - November 10, 2021 20:55 - 31 minutes ★★★★★ - 72 ratings
First, Arthur talks about the Isles last 3 games, going 2-1 over that stretch, including a high-water mark 2-0 win over the Winnipeg Jets, Semyon Varlamov’s up-and-down season debut, Brock Nelson and Anders Lee as option for Team USA at the Olympics, and Johnny Boychuk’s contract getting traded t...

No Sleep Til Belmont: A show about the New York Islanders artwork

Oliver Wahlstrom off to a nice start, Zdeno Chara continues to struggle, listener questions, and more

No Sleep Til Belmont: A show about the New York Islanders - November 02, 2021 18:40 - 32 minutes ★★★★★ - 72 ratings
First, Arthur talks about the Islanders going 3-0-2 over their last five games, with six games to go on their season-opening thirteen game road trip, Ilya Sorokin’s strong play with Semyon Varlamov nearing a return, Oliver Wahlstrom’s nice start, leading the team with four goals, and the top six ...

No Sleep Til Belmont: A show about the New York Islanders artwork

Ilya Sorokin posts back-to-back shutouts, Zdeno Chara still finding his game, Michael Grabner Q&A, and more

No Sleep Til Belmont: A show about the New York Islanders - October 26, 2021 19:20 - 29 minutes ★★★★★ - 72 ratings
First, Arthur and Grabs break down the Isles’ three-game point streak, including back-to-back shutouts by Ilya Sorokin over the Arizona Coyotes and Vegas Golden Knights and NHL Third Star of the Week honors, Josh Bailey’s impressive play, Zdeno Chara’s continued adjustment period, and more. Plus...

No Sleep Til Belmont: A show about the New York Islanders artwork

Isles off to a tough start, Kyle Palmieri fitting in on top line, Michael Grabner breaks down the breakaway, and more

No Sleep Til Belmont: A show about the New York Islanders - October 19, 2021 19:30 - 31 minutes ★★★★★ - 72 ratings
First, Arthur and Grabs talk about the Isles tough start to the season, dropping their first two games to the Carolina Hurricanes and Florida Panthers respectively, and discuss some inconsistencies in their game, the impact of Matt Martin’s absence, Anders Lee’s return following season-ending ACL...

No Sleep Til Belmont: A show about the New York Islanders artwork

Islanders season preview, Stanley Cup picks, listener questions, and much more

No Sleep Til Belmont: A show about the New York Islanders - October 13, 2021 19:15 - 30 minutes ★★★★★ - 72 ratings
First, Arthur and Grabs preview the Islanders’ season and discuss how lofty expectations both within the organization and throughout the hockey world could impact the team’s mindset, over-unders on Anders Lee goals and Mathew Barzal points, potential trophy winners, and more. Plus, the guys make...

No Sleep Til Belmont: A show about the New York Islanders artwork

Michael Grabner joins as October cohost!

No Sleep Til Belmont: A show about the New York Islanders - October 05, 2021 19:30 - 30 minutes ★★★★★ - 72 ratings
First, Arthur introduces former Islander Michael Grabner as his cohost for the month of October and Grabs talks about what he’s been up to lately, his plans for continuing his hockey career, his training camp experiences with the Isles, and more. Plus, the guys discuss the additions of Zdeno Cha...

No Sleep Til Belmont: A show about the New York Islanders artwork

Islanders betting trends with Mike Leboff, Stan Fischler stories, year-end awards value picks, and more

No Sleep Til Belmont: A show about the New York Islanders - September 28, 2021 21:10 - 31 minutes ★★★★★ - 72 ratings
Arthur is joined Mike Leboff, NHL editor at The Action Network, and a die-hard Islanders fan, to discuss how bettors are starting to view the Isles now that they’ve shown repeated playoff success the last few season, Mike’s best value bets for the Norris, the Jack Adams, the Vezina, and the Hart,...

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The Post-Hibernation Episode

Dying Alive - September 23, 2021 13:43 - 49 minutes ★★★★ - 59 ratings
Jesse, Pat, and Mike are back to give a quick recap of the offseason including the expansion draft, Penguins’ injuries, Jeff Carter, who to watch in training camp, and then take your correspondences. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

No Sleep Til Belmont: A show about the New York Islanders artwork

Islanders fan survey results: favorite players, confidence, and predictions, Zdeno Chara rejoins the franchise, and more

No Sleep Til Belmont: A show about the New York Islanders - September 21, 2021 19:00 - 32 minutes ★★★★★ - 72 ratings
Arthur talks about the results of The Athletic’s Islanders fan survey including how optimistic the fanbase is about the Isles this season, confidence in Lou Lamoriello as the team’s GM, favorite and least favorite current Islander, Lou’s best moves so far, excitement about UBS Arena, areas of con...

No Sleep Til Belmont: A show about the New York Islanders artwork

No Sleep Til Belmont returns next week!

No Sleep Til Belmont: A show about the New York Islanders - September 17, 2021 14:35 - 21 seconds ★★★★★ - 72 ratings
Listen to new episodes of No Sleep Til Belmont every Tuesday all season long starting September 21. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

No Sleep Til Belmont: A show about the New York Islanders artwork

Elliotte Friedman on Lou Lamoriello, the transformation of the Islanders, free agency targets, and more

No Sleep Til Belmont: A show about the New York Islanders - July 27, 2021 18:55 - 31 minutes ★★★★★ - 72 ratings
First, Arthur is joined by Sportsnet’s Elliotte Friedman to give his thoughts on the Islanders’ transformation over the last few years under Lou Lamoriello and Barry Trotz, Adam Pelech developing into a really impressive player, and the potential for a Gabriel Landeskog signing, as well as share ...

No Sleep Til Belmont: A show about the New York Islanders artwork

Q&A: Expansion, NHL Draft, and Free Agency edition

No Sleep Til Belmont: A show about the New York Islanders - July 20, 2021 19:10 - 39 minutes ★★★★★ - 72 ratings
Arthur discusses what the Isles are up to heading into Seattle Kraken expansion, the NHL Draft, and the opening of free agency and he answers listener questions about if Lou Lamoriello will let the Kraken take Josh Bailey, if the Islanders have interest in Jamie Oleksiak, how likely is it that th...

No Sleep Til Belmont: A show about the New York Islanders artwork

Islanders season in review: the Game 7 loss, a farewell to Nassau Coliseum, UBS Arena on the horizon, offseason roster moves, and more

No Sleep Til Belmont: A show about the New York Islanders - June 29, 2021 19:35 - 43 minutes ★★★★★ - 72 ratings
Arthur and AJ discuss the end of the Islanders 2020-21 season including how hard everyone in and around the organization is taking being eliminated from the playoffs, the incredible Game 6 send-off for Nassau Coliseum, what the future holds at UBS Arena at Belmont Park, difficult offseason roster...

No Sleep Til Belmont: A show about the New York Islanders artwork

Islanders fall to Lightning: Game 7 postgame reaction

No Sleep Til Belmont: A show about the New York Islanders - June 25, 2021 04:35 - 16 minutes ★★★★★ - 72 ratings
Arthur gives his instant analysis following the Islanders’ 1-0 Game 7 loss to the Tampa Bay Lightning and breaks down everything that went down on Friday night in Florida. You can get an annual subscription to The Athletic for just $3.99 a month when you visit theathletic.com/nosleeptilbelmont L...

No Sleep Til Belmont: A show about the New York Islanders artwork

Isles head home for must-win Game 6, Ryan Pulock’s Game 4 game-saver, Nassau Coliseum’s swan song on the horizon, and more

No Sleep Til Belmont: A show about the New York Islanders - June 22, 2021 19:10 - 37 minutes ★★★★★ - 72 ratings
First, Arthur and AJ break down a rough night in Tampa Bay for the Islanders on Monday night, dropping Game 5 to the Lightning 8-0, and going down 3-2 in the best of seven series, and discuss how quickly the team can recover after the loss, whether Mathew Barzal will face a suspension or just a f...

No Sleep Til Belmont: A show about the New York Islanders artwork

Islanders strike down Lightning in Game 1, Isles playoff MVPs, “Are the Islanders boring?”, and more

No Sleep Til Belmont: A show about the New York Islanders - June 15, 2021 19:10 - 39 minutes ★★★★★ - 72 ratings
First, Arthur and AJ recap the Isles’ dominant 2-1 Game 1 win over the defending Stanley Cup champion Tampa Bay Lightning and discuss how their structure kept the Lightning quiet, how Victor Hedman’s injury woes are effecting his play, and more. Plus, looking ahead to Game 2 tonight, looking bac...

No Sleep Til Belmont: A show about the New York Islanders artwork

Islanders lead Bruins 3-2, Bruce Cassidy goes off on refs and “Saints”, advance scouting Lighting, Hurricanes, and more

No Sleep Til Belmont: A show about the New York Islanders - June 08, 2021 19:20 - 36 minutes ★★★★★ - 72 ratings
Arthur and AJ recap the Isles’ big Game 5 win in Boston on Monday night, including Bruce Cassidy going off on the refs and the “New York Saints” during his postgame press conference and Semyon Varlamov’s excellent play in net, vastly outplaying Tuukka Rask thus far. Plus, looking ahead to Wednes...

No Sleep Til Belmont: A show about the New York Islanders artwork

Islanders push Bruins to the brink: Game 5 postgame reaction

No Sleep Til Belmont: A show about the New York Islanders - June 08, 2021 03:25 - 16 minutes ★★★★★ - 72 ratings
Arthur gives his instant analysis following the Isles’ huge 5-4 Game 5 win over the Boston Bruins, setting the stage for an elimination Game 6 at the Coliseum on Wednesday night. You can get an annual subscription to The Athletic for just $3.99 a month when you visit theathletic.com/nosleeptilbe...

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We don’t want Karen mad at us (feat. Rachel Doerrie)

Dying Alive - June 03, 2021 03:48 - 1 hour ★★★★ - 59 ratings
It’s a big episode, Jesse makes his triumphant return to the pod as he’s enjoying life as a new father and Rachel Doerrie is back on the show. Rachel and the fellas discuss the playoffs so far, the Leafs and Penguins first-round exits, and of course the state of officiating in the Stanley Cup Pla...

No Sleep Til Belmont: A show about the New York Islanders artwork

Islanders tie series against Bruins, Barry Trotz lineup options, the Maple Leafs collapse, and more

No Sleep Til Belmont: A show about the New York Islanders - June 01, 2021 19:15 - 41 minutes ★★★★★ - 72 ratings
First, Arthur and AJ discuss the Isles’ gritty, come-from-behind 4-3 overtime win over the Bruins in Game 2, evening their second round series at one game apiece, Casey Cizikas coming through as the unlikely OT hero, the whereabouts of the likely heroes, Mathew Barzal and Jordan Eberle, and the c...

No Sleep Til Belmont: A show about the New York Islanders artwork

Isles oust Pens: Game 6 postgame reaction

No Sleep Til Belmont: A show about the New York Islanders - May 27, 2021 02:55 - 7 minutes ★★★★★ - 72 ratings
Arthur and AJ sit down together at Nassau Coliseum immediately following the Islanders’ 5-3 Game 6 win to eliminate the Penguins and give their instant reaction to everything that unfolded Wednesday night. You can get an annual subscription to The Athletic for just $3.99 a month when you visit t...

Wings for Breakfast: A show about the Detroit Red Wings artwork

The End.

Wings for Breakfast: A show about the Detroit Red Wings - May 27, 2021 01:14 - 1 hour ★★★★★ - 72 ratings
On the final episode of Wings for Breakfast, Max Bultman and Prashanth Iyer reflect on the over 120 episodes of the show, and hear some words from friends they've made over the run of the pod. Also, they give predictions for the Red Wings in a post-WFB world, dive into one last mailbag, and the d...

No Sleep Til Belmont: A show about the New York Islanders artwork

Ilya Sorokin Game 5 heroics, Isles concerns heading into Game 6, NHL stars eliminated from the playoffs early, and more

No Sleep Til Belmont: A show about the New York Islanders - May 25, 2021 19:20 - 38 minutes ★★★★★ - 72 ratings
First, Arthur and AJ discuss Ilya Sorokin’s signature performance as an Islander in Game 5 against the Penguins, making 48 saves en route to a 3-2 double overtime win and a 3-2 series lead, as well as Adam Pelech’s standout play. Plus, lingering concerns about the Isles’ slow starts and defensiv...