Puck Soup
371 episodes - English - Latest episode: 13 days ago - ★★★★★ - 1.6K ratingsWe're Sean "Down Goes Brown" McIndoe of The Athletic and Ryan Lambert of EP Rinkside and this is a hockey podcast, in the sense that we talk about hockey, both on the ice and about fan culture. That’s the “puck.” This is also a podcast about movies, TV, fast food, life lessons and general idiocy. That’s the “soup.” Unless you ordered the minestrone.
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Episodes
Tim Peel Ejected
March 24, 2021 20:10 - 1 hour - 38 MBThe boys discuss the shocking hot mic incident that got referee Tim Peel ousted from the NHL, and look back on Wysh's infamous tequila-drinking night with the maligned official. Plus, what's wrong with the Flyers, debating the top 10 wingers, Canada's border issues, finding shrimp tails in your cereal, The Snyder Cut and the most overrated and underrated Harrison Ford movies that aren't STAR WARS or INDIANA JONES.
Worst NHL Team Ever
March 17, 2021 21:01 - 1 hour - 40.8 MBThe boys discuss Ralph Krueger getting fired in Buffalo and what comes next for the Sabres. Plus, it's the NHL Awards at the midseason point, including MVP and top coach, along with the best and worst surprises of the season so far. That plus the best "Girard" debate, ride-on mowers and a game show about the worst NHL teams of all time.
NHL on ESPN!
March 10, 2021 19:32 - 1 hour - 38.6 MBThe boys discuss the NHL's return to ESPN and what that means for Wysh. Plus a spirited debate on the Tom Wilson suspension, Darryl Sutter takes over the Flames, the latest on the Buffalo Sabres tire fire, changes to the NHL Draft rules and looking at the most overrated and underrated NHL logos!
Firing NHL Coaches
March 03, 2021 22:08 - 1 hour - 39.4 MBThe boys do a temperature check on the coaches' hot seats around the NHL, from the Buffalo Sabres to John Tortorella to the Canadian Division teams. Plus, a look at the NHL trade deadline big board, whether the Leafs are for real, the Wild are fun, who misses the playoffs in the East, mini-golf in Canada, the legacy of "Happy Gilmore," our most unpopular hockey theories and the best and worst Eddie Murphy films. Sponsored by Manscaped and Violent Gentlemen!
Trading Jack Eichel
February 24, 2021 21:56 - 1 hour - 46.7 MBThe boys discuss the firing of Claude Julien of the Canadiens, Artemi Panarin’s situation, whether Sidney Crosby is a top 5 player all-time, if the Kings are Actually Good, the Mike Babcock redemption tour, where and when Jack Eichel should be traded and the first international Game Show trade in show history with our friends in Sweden. Sponsored by Violent Gentleman Hockey Club.
Coyote Ugly
February 17, 2021 19:41 - 1 hour - 43.4 MBThe boys discuss the Arizona Coyotes' mess, as they threaten a reporter for doing her job. Plus, the NY Post un-cancels Tony Deangelo, the NHL's new COVID protocols, Ken Dryden's wacky idea for goalies, what the NHL should do about its draft, the Red Hot Chilli Peppers, a lightning round of hockey news and the best and worst Maple Leafs collapses. Sponsored by Mack Weldon and Brooklinen!
Sports G.O.A.T. Debate
February 10, 2021 22:55 - 1 hour - 47.8 MBThe boys discuss the hiring of Ron Hextall and Brian Burke in Pittsburgh, and how to fix the Penguins; the drama surrounding the Blue Jackets, from replay controversies to Mikko Koivu retiring to Patrik Laine being benched; NHL COVID worries; the Blackhawks are up again; the sad state of Bell Media; M. Night Shyamalan movies; and an epic O/U/F/LF on sports G.O.A.T.s.
Tony De-Anon
February 03, 2021 21:17 - 1 hour - 43 MBThe boys discuss the Tony DeAngelo drama with the Rangers, including conspiracy theories about his demise. Plus, Tyler Toffoli owns the Canucks, Connor and Leon rule, the next Penguins GM, COVID his Devils and NWHL, Sean learns about Golden Globe movies and the return of the Puck Soup Threesomes quiz!
Penguin Panic
January 28, 2021 21:06 - 1 hour - 37 MBThe boys welcome special guest Thomas Drance from The Athletic to chew on GM Jim Rutherford leaving the Penguins, fallout from the Pierre-Luc Dubois trade, crunched Central Division schedule, West playoff race and WTF with the Canucks. Plus, NWHL vs. Barstool, Baseball Hall of Fame and the best and worst of Wayne Gretzky. Sponsored by Brooklinen and MyBookie.
Dungeons & Draggings
January 20, 2021 20:49 - 1 hour - 45 MBThe boys discuss the state of the NHL, including those "smart pucks" that didn't slide; surprises and disappointments; COVID panic; Wysh's Dungeons & Dragons history; Mike Babcock's attempt at image repair; Jake Voracek drags a Philadelphia columnist on Zoom; the problem with NBA fandom, as Wysh's Nets are really good; and a spirited trip into TV nostalgia with the best and worst theme songs. Sponsored by MyBookie!
NHL 2020-21 Season Picks
January 12, 2021 19:46 - 1 hour - 42.6 MBThe boys break down the unprecedented 2020-21 NHL season, with analysis of every division and their wagers for the championship winners. Plus, NBC swaps out Mike Milbury for Mike Babcock, the NFL on Nickelodeon, hype for the new season in Canada vs. USA and much more! Sponsored by MyBookie and Raycon!
NHL Over/Unders
January 07, 2021 23:34 - 2 hours - 55.3 MBThe boys guess the over/under win totals for all 31 NHL teams in this weird season. Plus, the U.S. humbles Canada in world juniors, Garbage Can-Gate, Wysh tries golf, Pierre Luc-Dubois, the NHL sells naming rights to its divisions, Patrik Laine, a brief game show and some words about this week's assault on the Capitol. Sponsored by Brooklinen and Mack Weldon!
New Season When?
December 17, 2020 21:44 - 1 hour - 38.3 MBRyan and Sean talk about if the new NHL season will actually be starting soon, how the season could look, who might win the NHL awards and they play a quick game!
Sports That Aren't Sports
December 03, 2020 20:36 - 1 hour - 41.4 MBThe boys discussed the NHL negotiations that aren't negotiations according to Gary Bettman, sports that are either skills or sports, the Patrick Roy trade, play another edition of the $25,000 Pierre-amid and decide the most overrated and underrated Christmas movies! Sponsored by Brooklinen!
Wait, That's an Igloo?
November 19, 2020 23:21 - 1 hour - 50 MBThe boys are back and discussing the Reverse Retro jersey ranking, including Nordiques and Whalers legacy as well as whatever the hell the Wild Wing jersey was. Plus, a look at the NHL and NHLPA going to war over money, what the new season could look like, NCAA hockey's rough road, the perils of modern NBA fandom, changes to the draft and a great new game show!
Horrible NHL Contracts
November 05, 2020 23:54 - 1 hour - 43.4 MBThe boys are reunited to talk about what the 2020-21 season could look like, including the "hub city" plan and whether the NHL will have an outdoor game; a deep dive into the 10 worst NHL contracts; whether Wysh could fraud his way to becoming an analytics guru; teams with a cap crunch; a rousing new edition of Name Pat Falloon and much more!
John Cullen / What Am I Thinking?
October 23, 2020 07:00 - 1 hour - 55 MBRyan and Sean talk about local broadcasters, discuss news and theories on trades and drafts, talk old guys who haven’t won the Cup, play a game of What Am I Thinking and Ryan chats with comedian John Cullen
GMs Are That Stupid
October 15, 2020 22:00 - 1 hour - 52.1 MBThe boys break down NHL free agency, from the winners and losers to big signings like Taylor Hall, Alex Pietrangelo and Torey Krug; the Lightning's cap crunch; the goalie carousel; the flaming ice surfacing machine; the Blackhawks' revolt; Gallagher signs; Melynk has jokes; what the NHL might do next season, including pond hockey games; and overrated/underrated appetizers. Sponsored by Hawthorne and Away.
Free Agent Dream Booking
October 08, 2020 19:46 - 1 hour - 53 MBThe boys wrap up the NHL Draft, from the awkwardness to the surprises to the rookie who loves "Revenge of the Sith"; preview NHL free agency with what we'd like to see happen and what will happen; debate Oliver Ekman-Larsson; talk "NHL 21"; cover the best and worst sports movies; and play a new game show that's so simply even Wysh can (almost) figure it out. Sponsored by Mack Weldon!
Don't Share Cups!
October 01, 2020 21:48 - 2 hours - 56.6 MBThe boys look at the Tampa Bay Lightning's Stanley Cup championship win over the Dallas Stars, their boat parade and subsequent super-spreader event, what's next for Dallas, Conn Smythe vote, asterisks, Jack Eichel, Lundqvist and Ryan buyouts, NHL Draft and free agent previews, Borat and the best and worst of hot wing flavors!
Fake Crowd Roars
September 24, 2020 20:31 - 1 hour - 45.9 MBThe boys discuss the Stanley Cup Final between the Stars and Lightning, including the return of Steven Stamkos and the current MVP race; a wrapup of the NHL Awards voting controversies; Alex Pietrangelo's public pressure on St. Louis; Bob Boughner is hired in San Jose; the NHL's fake crowd noise vs. other sports; the top 500 albums of all-time; and the return of Hockey Threesomes, one of our favorite game shows. Sponsored by Brooklinen!
Stanley Cup Final, Baby
September 18, 2020 19:09 - 1 hour - 54.1 MBThe boys break down the Stanley Cup Final between the Dallas Stars and the Tampa Bay Lightning; say farewell to the New York Islanders and Vegas Golden Knights; talk Peter Laviolette in Washington; wonder what the Wild are actually doing; Arizona gets a new GM; Montgomery gets a second chance; and a deep dive into the best and worst Quentin Tarantino films.
The Zombie Debate
September 10, 2020 20:51 - 2 hours - 57.5 MBThe boys are back together for a deep dive into the Eastern and Western Conference finals, and the latest teams that were eliminated; Zdeno Chara's future; Lehner vs. Fleury; the NHL Awards travesties; Pierre is not a GM; Babcock to Washington; gender reveal party etiquette; overrated/underrated fighting games; the return of "20 Kess-tions!" and a bit about the end of "The Walking Dead" and our preferences for zombie behavior in pop culture.
Goalie Soap Operas
September 03, 2020 20:05 - 1 hour - 50.4 MBThe boys check in on the Stanley Cup Playoffs, including goalie controversies and Game 7 drama; the Panthers get a new GM while the Coyotes need one; Steve Nash and exceptional Canadian pro athletes; trading Patrik Laine; Todd Reirden goes home, the NHL joins racial injustice protests; what the Hockey Diversity Alliance wants; plus a fun dive into the "dead letters" mailbag on everything from worst jerseys to the perfect burger. Sponsored by Mack Weldon!
The All Lives Matter League
August 27, 2020 20:21 - 1 hour - 49.6 MBThe boys talk about the NHL's lack of action on a night when other athletes boycotted games, especially in light of all those statements on racial injustice two months ago. Plus, Marc-Andre Fleury is back-stabbed, the Stars and Islanders are fun, Capitals fire coach, Penguins/Leafs trade, Coyotes get punished, Blues blame COVID, spicy nuggets and a game show that involves X-Men, Lucha Libre and generic soda.
Playoff Pasta
August 20, 2020 21:01 - 1 hour - 53.9 MBThe boys go around the Stanley Cup Playoffs, including best series, eliminated teams and Tuukka Rask's shocking departure; do some big-name free-agent shopping; talk playoff officiating; lament the latest Jack Edwards, Mike Milbury and Pierre McGuire controversies; say goodbye to Dale Hawerchuk; play another excited game of $25,000 Pierre-amid; and have a spirited discussion about the best and worst kinds of pasta. Mangia!
Oh, Balls
August 11, 2020 07:00 - 1 hour - 52.6 MBThe boys discuss the NHL Draft Lottery 2.0 and the inevitable conspiracies surrounding the New York Rangers' win. Plus, Sean goes into emotional detail on the Maple Leafs' demise, our picks for the Stanley Cup Playoff quarterfinals, remembering "The Fan," and the best and worst non-George Lucas franchise Harrison Ford films.
Insert Fake Cheers Here
August 06, 2020 21:31 - 1 hour - 47.6 MBThe boys discuss the look, sound and aesthetics of the NHL's season relaunch, from fake crowd noise to goofy NHL dad jokes to what we like and don't like about it. Plus, a series-by-series breakdown, expanding the playoffs, Draft Lottery Part 2, Matt Dumba's speech and the NHL's admirable but awkward racial activism, life in the bubble and the best and worst Nintendo characters. Sponsored by Mack Weldon!
Our 2020 Stanley Cup Predictions
July 30, 2020 19:37 - 1 hour - 50.8 MBThe boys break down the Stanley Cup Playoffs, including qualification round picks and who will play for the Holy Grail at the end. Plus, John Chayka quits the Coyotes, life inside the bubbles, initial thoughts on how games look and sound in the "hub" arenas, player fights inside hotels, which NHLer will cure coronavirus and an intense debate about the best and worst bakery products.
Slaying The Kraken
July 24, 2020 09:00 - 1 hour - 46 MBThe boys discuss the new Seattle Kraken and rate the name, logo, colors and jerseys. They rank the best and worst team names in NHL history, flip out over another dumb NHL Network list, talk NHL Awards snubs, life in the bubbles and play an exciting new game show based on Cameo! Sponsored by Raycon!
Unfit To Podcast
July 16, 2020 20:30 - 1 hour - 49.5 MBThe boys wrap a bow around the new Collective Bargaining Agreement and the season restart votes; discus the NHL's new controversial injury disclosure rule; mock the "recorded fan cheering" plan for games; talk Brock Boeser rumors and Dean Evason getting hired by Wild; remember Mr. Magoo; chat about streaming services and dog names; and finally, it's the return of NAME PAT FALLOON, our incredible new game show
Ruff Landing
July 09, 2020 20:02 - 2 hours - 55.6 MBThe boys discuss the new GM and head coach for the NJ Devils; break down the best and worst of new CBA; discuss "return to play" protocols and what life in the bubble might look like; Chris Pronger leaves the Panthers; the scandalous legacy of "Supermarket Sweep"; a new quiz that's initially great; and an overrated/underrated/fav/least fav on the films of Tom Cruise!
This Lottery Had Balls
June 29, 2020 23:30 - 1 hour - 47 MBThe boys discuss the utter hilarity of "Placeholder Team" winning the NHL draft lottery and rate the worthiness of each potential winner of the second lottery for the top pick. Plus, Artemi Panarin makes a statement, players vs. owners, hub cities, an awesome new quiz about NHL jersey numbers and a deep dive into the best and worst Arnold Schwarzenegger films. Sponsored by Raycon!
Snubbed by the Hall
June 25, 2020 23:19 - 1 hour - 41 MBThe boys look at the Hockey Hall of Fame Class of 2020, including what they got right, what they got very wrong and what we think about HOF criteria. Plus, Auston Matthews, the NHL draft lottery, Edmonton's big hub city bid and an intense discussion on ice cream toppings. Sponsored by Brooklinen!
Has Terry Pegula Fired Us Too?
June 18, 2020 19:30 - 1 hour - 50.8 MBThe boys look at the blood-letting in Buffalo, as the Sabres owners fire everybody. Plus, the Hockey Hall of Fame vote, NBA vs. NHL hub cities, families in the bubble, baseball and steroids, the designated hitter in the NHL, Senators owner gets an apology, Roman Polak and an amazing Phil Kessel-inspired quiz! Sponsored by Raycon!
Hooray, Training Camps Maybe!
June 11, 2020 20:56 - 1 hour - 42.3 MBThe boys discuss the NHL and NHLPA announcing a training camp date that maybe they’ll hit depending on conditions; examine John Tortorella’s shift on national anthem protests; explain what went wrong with that Tyler Seguin “BLM” video; handicap the NHL Awards, including the tangled Hart Trophy vote; the latest Eugene Melnyk soap opera; an overrated/underrated look at Mel Brooks movies; and an epic quiz with millions of fans.
The Ultimate Draft Draft
June 04, 2020 23:46 - 2 hours - 55.7 MBThe boys discuss the NHL reaction to the killing of George Floyd and the protests in its aftermath, from player and team statements to hypocrisy to what comes next. Plus, a really fun special event: The Ultimate Draft draft, as we build three teams restricted by which rounds players were selected. We also discuss the Ducks GM dumping on his coach and the merits of summertime hockey.
Did NHL Get Restart Right?
May 28, 2020 20:58 - 1 hour - 53.1 MBThe boys break down every aspect of the NHL's "return to play" plan, from training centers opening to the 24-team playoff (maybe?) format to the draft lottery to the NHL Awards. They discuss the Red Wings not firing their coach and the Sabres not firing their GM; the best aspects of "Rise of Skywalker"; and play a new game show on journeyman players!
The $25,000 Pierre-amid
May 21, 2020 21:55 - 1 hour - 49.7 MBThe boys discuss the proposed 24-team, conference-based playoff format, including potential matchups. Plus, the Toronto Six, when the NHL season should start, Akim Aliu, Pierre McGuire as Devils GM, The Snyder Cut, the COVID Cup and our latest and greatest game show segment, The $25,000 Pierre-amid, which is exactly what you think it is. Sponsored by Brooklinen!
No Fun League
May 14, 2020 21:40 - 1 hour - 40 MBThe boys talk about the 24-team playoff format and why it could work, the AHL cancels season, Brett Hull's "hockey's no fun" comments, our four formative video games, Boba Fett returns, the return of the Puck Soup Threesomes game show and O/U/F/LF breakfast cereals. Brought to you by Raycon!
Tank You Red Wings
May 07, 2020 20:28 - 1 hour - 45.7 MBThe boys discuss the NHL's plans for the draft, from the way it's set up for the Red Wings to the ruling on trades to whether this is a good idea or not. Plus, that horrible Brendan Leipsic apology, what to do with free agency, TSN's all-time Canadian teams, a O/U/F/LF on Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles and an incredible new game show called "Name Pat Falloon," our version of the classic "Leonard Maltin Game."
2010 NHL Draft, Revisited
April 30, 2020 20:33 - 1 hour - 53 MBThe boys take a trip back to 2010 to reexamine that season's NHL Draft, including reselecting the Top 10, the biggest busts and the notable trades. Also, we discuss that playoff plan that somehow put the Sabres in the postseason; players returning to training centers; the Blackhawks fire their president; that "salary cap exempt player" proposal; Blink-182's best song bracket; Dennis Rodman and hockey proxy; and an overrated/underrated/favorite/least favorite on sitcom dads!
Bad Contract Court
April 23, 2020 19:59 - 2 hours - 55.9 MBThe boys play prosecutor, defense attorney and judge in Salary Cap Court, ruling on questionable contracts for players ranging from Shea Weber to Brent Burns to Mitch Marner. Plus, we debate the June NHL Draft idea, the shifting of games to empty NHL arenas, the 2011 Bruins reunion, Gerard Gallant to the Devils, "Raiders of the Lost Ark" and perfect movies, a mystery about "Back To The Future" is solved and an bit of nostalgia about wrestling theme songs. Sponsored by Raycon!
ProStars, Assemble!
April 16, 2020 23:59 - 1 hour - 44.5 MBThe boys talk about Greg's unfortunate luck with mascots, Gary Bettman, Alex Ovechkin vs. Wayne Gretzky on xBox, remembering Howard Finkel, Drew Doughty's comments, the salary cap headache and Bill Peters. Ryan and Sean face off in a quiz called "Was This an Actual ProStars Episode?" in honor of the new Michael Jordan doc. Plus, we dive deep into Keanu Reeves movies. Sponsored by Burrow!
Neutral Site Games, David Carle
April 09, 2020 21:29 - 1 hour - 52.1 MBThe boys discuss their wild ideas for NHL neutral site playoff games in places like North Dakota, and the challenges they present; Brian Burke's latest "barn fight"; the 68-game season solution for the playoffs; NHL H-O-R-S-E; the Boneyard Brawl and the Firefly Funhouse matches from WrestleMania; why celebrity game shows suck; the NHL as "Jurassic Park"; and an overrated/underrated/favorite/least favorite on game shows. Plus, University of Denver coach David Carle joins us to talk hockey and...
Rocky Sucks
April 02, 2020 23:34 - 1 hour - 41 MBThe boys dive into The Athletic's Top 100 sports movies of all-time and rerank a bit of it. Plus, the wacky answers in the NHLPA poll, Tuukka Rask's flatulence, where to get a hair cut, the future of the NHL Draft, players on Zoom and a quiz that asks "which team did this guy play for?" Sponsored by Raycon!
Best Team To Never Win Cup?
March 26, 2020 21:32 - 1 hour - 44.7 MBThe boys are back with the latest on hockey's coronavirus shutdown, including the Bruins' bad decisions, a wild draft lottery idea, the Memorial Cup cancelled and why the NHL needs to shut down its regular season now. Plus, our 16-team tournament to determine the best team that never won the Stanley Cup, how commercials have gotten weird and what we're binging.
The Great Playoff Debate
March 19, 2020 22:16 - 1 hour - 44.4 MBThe boys are back to talk about all the NHL season restart options on the table, life under quarantine, paying arena workers, Sean's travel nightmare, empty arena sports, video games we're playing and a contagious movie quiz. Sponsored by The Black Tux!
Viral Content
March 13, 2020 21:15 - 1 hour - 46.1 MBThe boys takes us through the timeline leading to the NHL's decision to "pause" its season for the coronavirus outbreak, the potential greatness of empty arena games, what the playoffs might end up looking like and more. Plus, ranking directors named Anderson, old timey radio, the Illuminati, and how we would program all-sports stations with no sports. Sponsored by Burrow and Away!
Don't Yell About the MVP
March 05, 2020 20:16 - 1 hour - 44.1 MBGreg is out recovering from getting his wisdom teeth out, so Sean and Ryan are running the show this week. They talk about the annual GM meeting, their thoughts on the rule changes and salary cap changes. They also talk about who’s doing well and who’s struggling, the wild card race, questionable choices from Ottawa and they play a round of Real or Fake. Brought to you by Mack Weldon and The Black Tux!