Release the Show: The Seattle Kraken Podcast

Hacking Off About Hak

April 02, 2024 18:18 - 31 minutes - 28.6 MB

It's a full Hockey show, the entire time... for real! Is there a curse of the Coyotes? Chris is back to predicting scores, Ryan wants us to keep an eye on Shane Wright, and Brett just wants to talk Mariners. Go Kraken!

It's A Hockey Show!

February 26, 2024 10:00 - 48 minutes - 44.6 MB

Don't look now but we think the "I-5-alry" might be happening! Plus, who was your favorite 90's Seattle Weather man? We also chat about Teoscar Hernandez... wait, is this a Hockey show? The Kraken are doing well but we still find something to yell about (it's the Davy Jones hat!) We cheer for McCann and we want more lasagna for Matty B! Go Kraken!

Dr Jekyll Mr Hockey

February 14, 2024 06:46 - 37 minutes - 34.8 MB

On this episode, it's not a question anymore. We suck. We go through the season so far and try to figure out the difference from when we were winning and, well... now. The players are mad and the team seems divided. Maybe a naming Captain would help them? Plus, can we get a little excitement from the crowd? Let's see some energy all around! Go Kraken!!

RTS Before The Break

January 30, 2024 20:37 - 29 minutes - 26.8 MB

What can the Kraken do to stop the Kings? Matty B needs to use the break to get some of his Mom's lasagna. Plus we're playing a quick round of Should They Stay Or Should They Go. Plus, there's nothing worse than when someone isn't calling you back.. but thats just the therapy section of the show. We need constancy, no more streaking. Go Kraken!!

Wake Up Seattle!

January 23, 2024 20:09 - 40 minutes - 37.1 MB

The Kraken are on a cold streak, what was happening during the winning streak thats not happening now? And for that matter, why are the Kraken so streaky? We call out Matty B and Brett calls for Coach Hack to pack! Plus are hockey players really all that tough or are they too busy listening to Country music like Ryan and Chris? Looking for the bright side? There's only 4 more games until the Allstar break! Go Kraken!

Uber Dudes

January 16, 2024 21:06 - 44 minutes - 40.6 MB

The Kraken lost the streak, but they're having fun! We're playing banged up but we get a chance to start antlers win streak. Ryan has love for Dunn, Brett's into Gourde and Chris is Bjorkstrand-ing it. Plus a reenactment of what it was like when Hakstol "surprised" Bjorkstrand with the All Star news, what's your Uber rating, and can you catsup on a corndog? Go Kraken!!

We're Streaking!

January 11, 2024 02:51 - 38 minutes - 35.2 MB

The Kraken are on a hot streak, we revel in the Winter Classic glory and we exchange Gretzky stories. Plus, some Should I Stay Or Should I Go, and who do we need to sign to save the rest of the season?? Go Kraken!!

Merry Kraken Christmas

December 25, 2023 11:00 - 23 minutes - 21.8 MB

In this pre-recorded episode. Chris, Ryan and Brett take whipped cream shots and discuss how relieved (most of us are, anyway) that Chris gets to keep his clothes on. Plus, our wish for the Kraken as a whole. Mostly we just miss Daniel Sprong. Happy Holidays and Go Kraken!

How Far Could You Yeet A Fish?

December 22, 2023 23:39 - 28 minutes - 25.7 MB

Some good hockey from our Kraken team lately! We share our excitement for the newest member of The Kraken who we're calling "The Dip". Little Chris gets to keep his cloths on because the Kraken finally stared winning! Plus, how far do you think you could yeet a fish?? Go Kraken!!

What In The Name Of Hockey!?

December 13, 2023 14:23 - 36 minutes - 33.5 MB

We suck and we’re her to talk about it, and We’re drinking our sorrows. We’re 2 away from Chris having to polar plunge!! That might be the only silver lining we have. We read some rants. What happened to Matty B?? Tanniv has a horrible stat line. Brett calls a family meeting about Gru. We’re calling for line brawls and goalie fights! Go Kraken!

Dude, We Suck

November 28, 2023 19:46 - 36 minutes - 33 MB

Our dudes, Brett and Ryan talk hockey, but we're back to discussing uniforms as our only bright spot. We read some rants, we have some major rants about the Mariners and try our best to stay positive. Go Kraken!

Release The Turkey

November 22, 2023 05:35 - 21 minutes - 21 MB

Since last we talked, the Kraken have been playing hockey... good hockey! We got ahold of the I-5-alry (read: rivalry). We play in overtime 50% of the time but we're scrappy and not giving up! We've got some must win games coming up, but the trade deadline is approaching and help could be on the way. Go Kraken!!

Al Kinisky

November 14, 2023 20:40 - 37 minutes - 34.4 MB

On this episode, Kraken color commentator Al Kinisky commiserates with Brett and Chris. What changed in the off season? Do we actually suck? Al makes us feel better and we continue the conversation about captions. Maybe you don't need one on a Hockey team? Regardless, we need our dudes to band together and become a family again. Go Kraken!!

Oh Captain, My Captain!

November 08, 2023 22:07 - 40 minutes - 37.5 MB

Mike Benton joins Brett, Ryan and Chris for an honest discussion about our Kraken. When will Banners score? How can this team be a playoff contender? And who's going to step forward and take the leadership role? Go Kraken!

The Executioner

October 31, 2023 19:23 - 30 minutes - 28 MB

Our guest Chet Buchanan joins the show to remind us that the Kraken had a slow start last year as well and Bright Side Brett is happy we closed the road trip with a W. Plus, Chris thinks the Seahawk throwback jerseys are sick, Chet earns the nickname "The Executioner" and teases what we can expect from the winter classic. Go Kraken!!

Szn 3 Still Loading...

October 17, 2023 19:57 - 36 minutes - 35.4 MB

Brett, Chris and Ryan are joined by Jonny Lazarus from the Blue Crew Podcast. Whats the minimum number of Power Play goals per game? Are the Avalanche the Kraken's biggest rival? And we break the streak by making some bets! Go Kraken!

Ryan's Not A Gru Guy

October 10, 2023 22:32 - 36 minutes - 33.8 MB

Release The Show is back, your Kraken are back and we're off to a hot start!! Ryan broke his leg on skates, Chris wants us to know the stats (thats 0 wins, 0 losses - off to a good start!) and Brett still hates the Vegas Golden Knights! Happy Hockey Season, everybody!

Bittersweet End

May 20, 2023 15:17 - 38 minutes - 35.5 MB

50% of the time, we’re having a good season. We’re hanging out superlatives, who do we think was MVP?

Kartye In The SEA

May 16, 2023 15:46 - 41 minutes - 38.2 MB

Kanga Gruu! Is Little Finger still Little Fingering? and this is a Kartye Party! Major apologies for the late post - Producer Katie

Release The 2nd Round!

May 02, 2023 20:21 - 45 minutes - 41.3 MB

The Kraken are still in it!! The Link is MISSING, and Katie is back to step in for him. Avs fans are converting to Kraken fans all over the place, Brett doesn't want to hear Boston crying and Chris has the numbers and things the next series can be very "nice". Go Kraken!!!

We're In It!

April 26, 2023 14:18 - 34 minutes - 31.5 MB

In true RTS fashion, Brett, Chris and Ryan kick off the show attempting to talk hockey by...NOT talking hockey...but end up talking hockey anyway, because...SEATTLE IS FINALLY A HOCKEY TOWN! Right? And Cale Makar is clearly dirty and the new enemy #1! Right? And our guy Jordan "Dan" Eberle is the current Kraken G.O.A.T! Right? And his game-winning goal is a Top 5 Seattle sports moment! Right??? Man oh man...lots for the fellas to discuss after that amazing O.T. win, baby!

RTS w- Matt Murley from Spittin' Chiclets

April 21, 2023 05:17 - 45 minutes - 41.8 MB

In honor of the playoffs, Brett, Chris, & Ryan (or is it Ryan, Brett, Chris??) break unprecedented ground and finally record an episode...IN PERSON! In the Apartment Studio. Of Producer Katie. And all her stuff. When she's not there. But the guys thankfully stay out of trouble (maybe), Ryan smells terrific, Chris is an AI, and they are definitely pumped over the Kraken's first playoff win in franchise history. Plus, they are joined by a legend--a Spittin Chiclets legend!--in Matt Murley. Mur...

RTS w- Matt Murley from Spitting Chickletts

April 21, 2023 05:17 - 45 minutes - 41.8 MB

In honor of the playoffs, Brett, Chris, & Ryan (or is it Ryan, Brett, Chris??) break unprecedented ground and finally record an episode...IN PERSON! In the Apartment Studio. Of Producer Katie. And all her stuff. When she's not there. But the guys thankfully stay out of trouble (maybe), Ryan smells terrific, Chris is an AI, and they are definitely pumped over the Kraken's first playoff win in franchise history. Plus, they are joined by a legend--a Spittin Chiclets legend!--in Matt Murley. Mur...

Pasta Playoffs?

April 13, 2023 12:59 - 27 minutes - 25.5 MB

Fusilli? Penne? Either way, we're celebrating! Link is in Vegas, and the Kraken are in the playoffs! We're keeping an eye on our goaltenders, giving props to Dan and McCann and Ryan's beer league team is in the championship round. Go Kraken!

Champagne Showers?!

April 06, 2023 21:41 - 36 minutes - 33 MB

Chris and Ryan “The Missing Link” hold it down guerilla-style without “Big Timers,” Brett & Katie, and all the usual bells and whistles. The candid convo ranges from the excitement (or not) of the impending playoffs to shirtless (or not) champagne showers…to Matty F-N Beniers and voting for the Kraken team MVP this season. The Link also gets choked up! So check it out!

To Be Hot, Or Not To Be Hot?

March 30, 2023 21:18 - 32 minutes - 29.5 MB

Brett's got a big time Hollywood meeting to go to, Chris has the numbers and Ryan's in the Playoffs. Plus, lets get Katie a date with Vince Dunn. Go Kraken!!

Scurvy w/ Guest Geoff Baker

March 25, 2023 00:52 - 44 minutes - 40.6 MB

The Kraken already knew they were making the playoffs and they've stepped off the gas. What is the mysterious illness that 'Lip has? and we do our best to not talk hockey with our very special guest Geoff Baker. Go Kraken!!

Whats New In The BLH?

March 12, 2023 12:37 - 34 minutes - 31.7 MB

On this episode we're not talking hockey. the Kraken are on a steak! Plus, a beer league hockey update and some rants! Go Kraken!!

From The Rollercoaster To The Basement

February 28, 2023 21:37 - 28 minutes - 26.5 MB

A hard episode to start since we've been on a bit of a downturn. Who do we turn to? What the hell? Brett is looking for who to blame, who needs to stay and who needs to go? and Katie is reading rants! Go Kraken!!

The Kraken Coaster

February 24, 2023 19:41 - 26 minutes - 24.3 MB

What's the name of the theme park that used to be under the Space Needle? This team is playing a bit of a roller coaster with our hearts! What happened? And, is it a sweater or is it a jersey?? Go Kraken!!

Islandont's

February 10, 2023 16:50 - 26 minutes - 24.6 MB

Brett, Chris and The Link break down this week's loss over the Islanders and preview the New Jersey game! Plus, should they stay or should they go and some of our favorite Rants from the week! Go Kraken!!

The I-5-alry

January 27, 2023 16:30 - 43 minutes - 39.5 MB

The Kraken finally beat Vancouver and we can officially call it a rivalry. They didn't just beat them, we demolished! Matty B got a cheap shot crack in the ear - we put it on trial. The crowd chanted "Bruce, there it is" at the other team's coach and none of us has ever seen a coach so disappointed in their own team. Their loss, our absolute win! Go Kraken!

Ai's & Hot Streaks

January 19, 2023 21:30 - 35 minutes - 32.1 MB

The Kraken love being on the road and just came back from a huge winning streak! Unfortunately, they've broken that streak by the time we are recording this episode. Do the Kraken need a star/Name player or are we just as good as the sum of our parts? Katie has been using Ai to write her emails, and Chris performs a dramatic reading, plus, an update on the Missing Link's Beer League! Go Kraken!!

COY Little Finger

January 12, 2023 02:26 - 23 minutes - 21.6 MB

Chris is back with more Berry White impressions, Matty "Baby Face" Breners isn't old enough to drink, but he's more of a man than all of us! It looks like Jones is our guy and it seems like Coach Littlefinger is the Coach Of The Year?! Go Kraken!!

DJ Trunks In The House

January 04, 2023 22:39 - 45 minutes - 41.3 MB

The best NHL DJ around joins the show to talk music and his career fandom. Plus, Chris and Brett got exclusive access at the Kraken game last week AND met the youngest RTS fan, Jack! Plus, can Matty B reach the levels of McDavid? And the Grubauer vs. Jones debate - call him Lip again, our silly nicknames work!! Go Kraken!

The Actual Dan Fan Club

December 28, 2022 20:43 - 33 minutes - 30.4 MB

The littlest member of RTS kicks off the show! Brett isn't allowed to guarantee anything anymore. Plus, we're going to the game tonight, look for the RTS crew at Climate Pledge! Go Kraken!!

We're Heating Up!

December 23, 2022 01:35 - 32 minutes - 29.4 MB

The Kraken are on a heater and just played their best game of the franchise! Brett is making guarantees (not predictions). Whats the best goal of the year? Who's the MVP of this year? and honestly? The guys talk so much hockey this episode, we're not sure this is even the right show! Go Kraken!!!

Babyface Beniers

December 16, 2022 00:11 - 29 minutes - 27.1 MB

If Matty B is getting into fights, does he get a new nickname? Was the Big Rig's suspension fair or foul? and Brett has a Beef! Fans need to stay in their seats! Go Kraken!!

Release The Good Ideas

December 08, 2022 00:00 - 40 minutes - 37.5 MB

First off, Brett and the Take 12 Podcast are hosting a Toy Drive at the Weienershnitzl in Fife this Monday - we are donating toys to Treehouse For Kids! Chris, Brett and The Link are going to talk hockey, don't worry, there's hockey talk!! Why did the Canadians out shoot us 2 to 1? We'er placing bets on who the highest score-er is going to be. And, what should Shane Wright's nickname be? Go Kraken!!

Talking Hockey w/ guest Strawberry

November 29, 2022 20:13 - 33 minutes - 30.8 MB

Matty Beniers, analytics, buoy backing, and more in this action-packed episode amidst a 5-game winning streak for our Kraken!

The Kraken-Canucks Rivalry

November 22, 2022 01:29 - 32 minutes - 30 MB

Currently sitting at 8th in the league, the Kraken have been playing great hockey, and Chris can't stand it. Yes, you read that right. GO KRAKEN!

The Wright Stuff Babay

November 16, 2022 05:00 - 17 minutes - 15.8 MB

Brett and Chris deliver news from the past, present, and future. Does Shane Wright got the RIGHT stuff? Don't fret if not... Chris can teach him how to tango. GO KRAKEN!

On A Heater!

November 09, 2022 05:00 - 28 minutes - 26.4 MB

Brett and Chris break down the 4-game winning streak, the Kraken's throwback sweater, and Matty B for Rookie of the Year! GO KRAKEN!

Jamie Huscroft and Pre-Game Rituals

November 02, 2022 23:17 - 30 minutes - 27.9 MB

Brett and Ryan are joined by former NHL player Jamie Huscroft to discuss pre-game rituals, the time The Missing Link was blindsided by a trade, and how the Kraken are beginning to hit their stride. GO KRAKEN!

Hockey Is The Greatest Team Sport

October 28, 2022 00:10 - 14 minutes - 13.3 MB

Katie & Ryan talk Kraken high spirits, what we've got to do against Philly and mini magnet schedules. Go Kraken!

Matt Cleeton and The Missing Link

October 21, 2022 19:53 - 30 minutes - 27.8 MB

In this Episode Brett and Ryan aka "The Missing Link" are joined by Matt Cleeton, the head coach of your Washington Huskies Hockey Team. Although the start to the season has been rocky for the Kraken, the team's had glimpses of greatness on the ice. The team looks to play consistent, and our heads are held high. GO KRAKEN!

We're Buoy Backers!

October 06, 2022 15:38 - 33 minutes - 30.8 MB

Season 2 is upon us and The Kraken look better than ever! The RTS crew is down a team member and on this episode Dave Tomlinson fills in to give his expert perspective on how our guys are looking so far. (Hint: we look freaking great!) Plus, the new mascot has gotten some mixed reviews but over here we're BUOY BACKERS! Go Kraken!!

We're Bouy Backers!

October 06, 2022 10:00 - 33 minutes - 30.8 MB

Season 2 is upon us and the Kraken look stronger than ever! The RTS crew is down a member, and on today's episode Dave Tomlinson joins the show to give his professional perspective on how the team is looking as we start the season. Plus, the new mascot has been getting mixed reviews. Over here though, we're BOUY BACKERS! Go Kraken!!

RTS NHL Draft Special with Nick Gismondi

July 13, 2022 00:52 - 33 minutes - 30.9 MB

Kevin, Chris and Brett are back with our special guest Emmy winner Nick Gismondi to talk Shane Wright, the epic skills of Patrick Kane, and what the Kraken need to fill out the team as we go into our 2nd season.

Season One Out

May 06, 2022 16:15 - 29 minutes - 27.4 MB

The first inaugural season is officially over! We reminisce about our favorite moments, and make plans for next season! ...Go Kraken!!

Release the Show: The Seattle Kraken Podcast

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