EPISODE · Apr 22, 2026 · 18 MIN
The Ice Capades: How a College Goalie's Bloody Valentine Broke the Soviet Machine
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February 22, 1980: A 22-year-old goalie from Minnesota faces down the greatest hockey dynasty in history with a broken nose, a bloody jersey, and absolutely nothing to lose. The Miracle on Ice wasn't just about beating the Soviets—it was about one man's refusal to blink when the weight of a nation's Cold War frustrations landed squarely on his shoulders. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
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February 22, 1980: A 22-year-old goalie from Minnesota faces down the greatest hockey dynasty in history with a broken nose, a bloody jersey, and absolutely nothing to lose. The Miracle on Ice wasn't just about beating the Soviets—it was about one man's refusal to blink when the weight of a nation's Cold War frustrations landed squarely on his shoulders.
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The Ice Capades: How a College Goalie's Bloody Valentine Broke the Soviet Machine
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