Chirping Zebras

We’re talkin’ to Mike Pitt about where this whole thing started — the Peter Frates ALS Foundation, built off the back of a beauty of a human who battled like a first-line grinder every single day. Kid had wheels, heart, and more compete than half the league combined.Then boom — Ice Bucket Challenge hits. Absolute wagon of a movement. People dumping buckets on their heads like it’s a Game 7 celly — except it actually did something. Raised a stupid amount of money, put ALS on the map, and got everyone from your beer league buddy to celebs involved.Now we’ve got the Ice ALS Charity Hockey Game — and this thing’s not just a skate, it’s a full barn-burner for a cause. Alumni, refs, the whole crew showing up. That’s how you grow the game and take care of your own.They get into what ALS actually does too — and spoiler: it’s brutal. Not just physically, but financially. We’re talking real-life, off-the-ice battles that make a bad loss look like nothing. Families grinding harder than a PK unit down two men.Shoutout to the work with the Pete Frates Foundation — absolute studs over there. Boots on the ground, making a difference, no shortcuts.Then the convo takes a turn — refs catch a stray (as they should 😂). Talking youth officiating, how tough it is, and yeah… maybe we gotta stop screaming at 14-year-olds like it’s the Stanley Cup Final, eh?Mix in some locker room nonsense, comedy bits, chirps flying — the boys are buzzing. You can tell there’s some sketch ideas cooking there too. Might get a couple beauties outta that.They wrap it up with what’s next — events coming up, more ways to get involved, and maybe… just maybe… an Ice Bucket Challenge comeback tour? Run it back. Let’s fill the bucket again.

Fish from Shoresy — rolls through and gives the full story: how a hockey guy ends up in front of the camera, what it’s like sharing ice with legit NHL legends, and how the character everybody knows actually got built from real hockey blood, bruises, and locker-room life. It’s hockey stories, behind-the-scenes stuff, and the kind of honesty you only get from a guy who’s lived both sides of it.Then it gets deeper — Jacob talks about life off-camera too: faith, family, purpose, staying grounded when people suddenly know your face, and figuring out who you are when the noise gets loud. Humble guy, grateful mindset, no fake tough-guy act — just real talk about growth, perspective, and keeping your skates on straight while life starts moving quick.Basically: laughs, hockey, some real-life perspective, and a few stories that feel like they should’ve been told over beers after a road game.

🎙️ Chirping Zebras Podcast — Episode: Don Gavin (The Godfather of Boston Comedy)The barn doors are open and this one’s an absolute heater.We had the godfather of Boston comedy himself Don Gavin in studio — comic, actor, road-dog legend and certified OG of the scene. If you’ve ever wondered how Boston became a factory for absolute comedy killers, this is one of the guys who helped shape it before it turned into a full-blown war zone.Don chops it up with the boys about:🔥 The Boston comedy boom and how the city became a breeding ground for savages🔥 Being a massive influence on monsters like Joe Rogan, Bill Burr, and a whole generation of killers🔥 Why comics and hockey players are basically the same species — locker room vibes, thick skin, zero mercy🔥 His runs on Dr. Katz, Professional Therapist, Shallow Hal, and a pile of wild TV & film stories🌍 Doing stand-up in more countries than your buddy who “almost joined the military”Old-school wisdom, new-school chaos, and stories you won’t hear anywhere else.Strap in, ya beauties. This one’s for the culture. 🦓🏒🎤🙌 Big Thanks To Our SponsorsSupport the sponsors that support the show — that’s just good locker-room etiquette.🔥 Damon Financial LLC24+ years of straight-shooting financial guidance. Retirement planning, investments, tax strategies — real pros, no fluff.👉 https://www.damonfinancial.com/📞 508-321-2101🏒 Townshend HockeyBuilding elite hockey players and elite humans with Discipline. Respect. Leadership.👉 https://townshendhockey.com/🦓 Referees CreaseRecruiting, developing, and advancing the next generation of hockey officials.If you wear stripes, these are your people.🦓 Chirping Zebras MerchLook good. Chirp better.👉 Get geared up: https://chirpingzebras.com/shop/🌐 Everything Chirping ZebrasEpisodes, clips, merch, socials — all in one barn.👉 Zebras HQ: https://chirpingzebras.com/

This one’s got more bite than a two-hander behind the play.The boys sit down with Alby, aka Andrew Alberts, and immediately start wheel-snipe-chirping his whole journey — from grinding it out in Boston during his college days, to pulling on the Spoked-B and officially becoming a Boston Bruin. Then it gets a little uncomfortable when he talks about being a Vancouver Canuck in 2011… yeah, while Boston was busy burning the league down and lifting the Cup. You already know we made him live it again.We also dive into the Warrior For Life Fund and relive the legendary Montana trip — mountains, mayhem, brotherhood, and stories that would get most locker rooms shut down by HR.And because this is Chirping Zebras, it finishes with Josh and Alby chirping each other’s leg size like it’s playoff warmups, agreeing to settle it the only way real refs do it — shorts only next time he’s in studio.Big thanks to our sponsors for keeping the lights on 🙌 Couldn’t do this without the beauties who keep the wheels turning.Support the sponsors that support the show — that’s just good locker-room etiquette.🔥 SPONSORSDamon Financial LLC – 24+ years of straight-shooting financial guidance. Retirement planning, investments, tax strategies — real pros, no fluff.👉 https://www.damonfinancial.com/📞 508-321-2101Townshend Hockey – Building elite hockey players and elite humans with Discipline. Respect. Leadership.👉 https://townshendhockey.com/Referees Crease – Recruiting, developing, and advancing the next generation of hockey officials. If you wear stripes, these are your people.🦓 Chirping Zebras MerchLook good. Chirp better.👉 Get geared up: https://chirpingzebras.com/shop/🌐 Everything Chirping ZebrasEpisodes, clips, merch, socials — all in one barn.👉 Zebras HQ: https://chirpingzebras.com/

Big Guests & Even Bigger Chirps – The Boys Close Out the YearThe refs are out of the box, the tape’s fresh, and the boys are buzzing harder than a beer-league locker room with free Bud Lights.In this episode of Chirping Zebras, the crew takes a lap around the year that was — holiday stories, on-ice chaos, behind-the-scenes madness, and the kind of moments that only happen when you’ve got mics, no HR department, and too many former NHL guys in your phone.We get into what it actually takes to develop in hockey — not just players, but refs too. How the game’s changed, why today’s kids are faster but the old-school dogs were meaner, and why nobody respects your stripes until you’ve blown a call in front of 18,000 lunatics screaming at your mother.The boys also relive their favorite guests of the year — legends, beauties, grinders, broadcasters, and absolute weapons — breaking down what they learned from NHL vets, media killers, and guys who’ve seen every barn from Worcester to Winnipeg. It’s about building relationships, working the room, and knowing when to talk shop… and when to chirp someone’s tape job.Plus we’re talking community, the Zebras family, the fans who keep this circus running, and what’s coming next — more chaos, bigger names, wild social content, and enough upcoming projects to make Bettman nervous.

On this episode of Chirping Zebras, Mark Riley, Gino Binda Jr., and Josh Dolan are joined by Bruce Cassidy — former Boston Bruins head coach, current bench boss of the Vegas Golden Knights, and an actual Stanley Cup–winning beauty.Cassidy comes on and does not waste time. We’re talking room-building, standard-setting, and how you coach grown men without treating ’em like peewee players. He breaks down the jump from the AHL bus league to the NHL pressure cooker, what it really takes to win a Cup, and why communication beats screaming (most of the time).The boys get into:Winning a Stanley Cup and why it’s chaos you can’t prepare forCoaching in Boston vs. Vegas (media animals vs. desert vibes)Adapting to today’s players without losing the roomMentors, leadership, and knowing when to let guys be guysOlympic prep and managing egos the size of ZambonisTalking to officials without getting tossed in 30 secondsAnd yeah — there are bench stories, laughs, and a few moments where you just sit back and go, “Yeah… that’s a coach.”If you like real hockey talk, no fluff, no buzzwords, just guys who’ve been around the game forever — this one’s a wagon.🙌 Big Thanks to Our SponsorsCouldn’t do this without the beauties who keep the wheels turning.Support the sponsors that support the show — that’s just good locker-room etiquette.🔥 SPONSORSDamon Financial LLC - 24+ years of straight-shooting financial guidance. Retirement planning, investments, tax strategies — real pros, no fluff.👉 https://www.damonfinancial.com/📞 508-321-2101Townshend Hockey - Building elite hockey players and elite humans with Discipline. Respect. Leadership.👉 https://townshendhockey.com/Referees CreaseRecruiting, developing, and advancing the next generation of hockey officials. If you wear stripes, these are your people.🦓 Chirping Zebras MerchLook good. Chirp better.👉 Get geared up: https://chirpingzebras.com/shop/🌐 Everything Chirping ZebrasEpisodes, clips, merch, socials — all in one barn.👉 Zebras HQ: https://chirpingzebras.com/❤️ Support Bruce Cassidy’s CharityAbsolute class act off the ice.Support the Cassidy Murray Foundation, helping kids and families who need a break.👉 Donate / Learn More:https://cassidymurrayfoundation.org/Like, subscribe, tell a buddy, don’t be a pigeon — and if you don’t enjoy this episode, take a lap.

Buckle up, ya beauties — this one’s a heater.On today’s pod, the boys dive into a ripper of a conversation that somehow covers Mario Lemieux saving the entire sport, Tom Brady aging backwards like a Benjamin Button mutant, and the absolute wagon of a life story belonging to actor Lillo Brancato.Lillo rolls in like he’s back on the block, just casually dropping truth bombs about addiction, trauma, and clawing your way back when life two-hands you across the mouth. Guy’s got more resilience than a junior B goalie who refuses to be pulled.So crack a cold one, sit down, shut up, and don’t be a pigeon — this episode goes.🔥 SPONSORSDamon Financial LLC24+ years of straight-shooting financial guidance. Retirement planning, investments, tax strategies — real pros, no fluff.👉 https://www.damonfinancial.com/📞 508-321-2101Townshend HockeyBuilding elite hockey players and elite humans with Discipline. Respect. Leadership.👉 https://townshendhockey.com/Referees CreaseRecruiting, developing, and advancing the next generation of hockey officials. If you wear stripes, these are your people.✅ FOLLOW & SUBSCRIBEWebsite: https://chirpingzebras.com/TikTok: @chirping.zebrasInstagram: @chirpingzebrasFacebook: @chirpingzebras💬 JOIN THE CHIRP-FESTDrop your chirps, stories, questions, or requests below. If your comment’s funny enough, we might read it on the show. If it sucks, we’ll pretend we never saw it.⭐ SUPPORT THE PODHit LIKE, SUBSCRIBE, and TURN ON NOTIFICATIONS so you don’t miss the next episode from the stripes.

Buckle up, boys — we’ve got Tim Lovell in the house. Absolute wagon of a human. The guy turned Lovell Hockey into a full-blown factory for weapons, beauties, and certified mutants on the ice. From Hingham roots to pro barns across the world to running one of the biggest hockey development outfits in North America — this guy doesn’t miss.🔥 SPONSORSDamon Financial LLC24+ years of straight-shooting financial guidance. Retirement planning, investments, tax strategies — real pros, no fluff.👉 https://www.damonfinancial.com/📞 508-321-2101Townshend HockeyBuilding elite hockey players and elite humans with Discipline. Respect. Leadership.👉 https://townshendhockey.com/Referees CreaseRecruiting, developing, and advancing the next generation of hockey officials. If you wear stripes, these are your people.✅ FOLLOW & SUBSCRIBEWebsite: https://chirpingzebras.com/TikTok: @chirping.zebrasInstagram: @chirpingzebrasFacebook: @chirpingzebras💬 JOIN THE CHIRP-FESTDrop your chirps, stories, questions, or requests below. If your comment’s funny enough, we might read it on the show. If it sucks, we’ll pretend we never saw it.⭐ SUPPORT THE PODHit LIKE, SUBSCRIBE, and TURN ON NOTIFICATIONS so you don’t miss the next episode from the stripes.

The Zebras sat down with Gigi Marvin — Olympic gold medalist, NESN hockey brain, Minnesota legend, and the mastermind behind Rink Rat 19 Hockey School — and buddy… she absolutely wheeled on this one.We get into EVERYTHING:🥇 Winning Olympic Gold and the insane rivalry with Canada🏒 Girls growing up with real pro hockey dreams🎒 TJ Oshie going to the same high school (Warroad’s basically hockey Hogwarts)🌨️ Why Minnesota hockey is just built different📺 Her work on NESN and breaking down the women’s game🏫 Teaching the next generation of snipers at Rink Rat 19Fast, funny, filthy chirps. Big-time stories. Beauty-level hockey IQ.If you love hockey, USA–Canada beef, or watching Minnesotans talk about the sport like it’s a religion… this one’s for you.🔥 SPONSORSDamon Financial LLC24+ years of straight-shooting financial guidance. Retirement planning, investments, tax strategies — real pros, no fluff.👉 https://www.damonfinancial.com/📞 508-321-2101Townshend HockeyBuilding elite hockey players and elite humans with Discipline. Respect. Leadership.👉 https://townshendhockey.com/Referees CreaseRecruiting, developing, and advancing the next generation of hockey officials. If you wear stripes, these are your people.✅ FOLLOW & SUBSCRIBEWebsite: https://chirpingzebras.com/TikTok: @chirping.zebrasInstagram: @chirpingzebrasFacebook: @chirpingzebras💬 JOIN THE CHIRP-FESTDrop your chirps, stories, questions, or requests below. If your comment’s funny enough, we might read it on the show. If it sucks, we’ll pretend we never saw it.⭐ SUPPORT THE PODHit LIKE, SUBSCRIBE, and TURN ON NOTIFICATIONS so you don’t miss the next episode from the stripes.

Alright ya pigeons, buckle up — this week on Chirping Zebras we’ve got the man, the myth, the voice smoother than a fresh sheet at Warrior Ice Arena: Billy freakin’ Jaffe from NESN. And the beauty shows up with stories colder than your ex’s heart.Billy takes us back to Fairbanks, where it was 54 below, which is the kind of temperature where you open the door and immediately reconsider every decision you’ve ever made. We’re talkin’ hockey so cold your eyelids freeze mid-blink. Games where the trainers weren’t taping ankles — they were thawing out players like frozen chicken cutlets.He gets into:– Playing in weather where the pregame speech is just the coach yelling, “DON’T DIE.”– The bus rides that felt like you were being transported to an Alaskan gulag.– That one rink so cold it made beer league barns in New England look like a Sandals resort.– Bruins talk, NESN behind-the-scenes, and a couple stories that had us asking, “How the hell are you still alive, bud?”– Plus enough chirps to get every ref in North America fired up.Mark, Geno, and Josh get him going like a linesman breaking up a scrum he definitely caused. It’s cold-weather war stories, locker-room nonsense, and big-time hockey brain all in one. Absolute heater of an episode… even though everything Billy describes is below freezing.🔥 SPONSORSDamon Financial LLC24+ years of straight-shooting financial guidance. Retirement planning, investments, tax strategies — real pros, no fluff.👉 https://www.damonfinancial.com/📞 508-321-2101Townshend HockeyBuilding elite hockey players and elite humans with Discipline. Respect. Leadership.👉 https://townshendhockey.com/Referees CreaseRecruiting, developing, and advancing the next generation of hockey officials. If you wear stripes, these are your people.✅ FOLLOW & SUBSCRIBEWebsite: https://chirpingzebras.com/TikTok: @chirping.zebrasInstagram: @chirpingzebrasFacebook: @chirpingzebras💬 JOIN THE CHIRP-FESTDrop your chirps, stories, questions, or requests below. If your comment’s funny enough, we might read it on the show. If it sucks, we’ll pretend we never saw it.⭐ SUPPORT THE PODHit LIKE, SUBSCRIBE, and TURN ON NOTIFICATIONS so you don’t miss the next episode from the stripes.

Chirping Zebras Podcast – Jared “Jedi” Baker (Maine Cabin Masters & The Woodshed)The boys are BUZZIN’ as Mark Riley, Gino Binda Jr., and Josh Dolan welcome Jared “Jedi” Baker — long-time hockey guy and one of the celebrity faces behind the hit TV show Maine Cabin Masters, as well as co-owner of the legendary Maine hangout The Woodshed.If you’re into hockey podcasts, locker-room storytelling, construction chaos, Maine backwoods weirdness, or dudes chirping each other like it’s a Tuesday in the ECHL, this episode is your jam.We dive into Jedi’s journey from grinding in the hockey world to becoming part of one of the most successful renovation shows on TV. He breaks down life on set, the community behind The Woodshed, and how a little Maine bar turned into a destination for fans across the world.✅ What You’ll Hear Jared “Jedi” Baker interviewMaine Cabin Masters behind-the-scenes storiesThe Woodshed: Maine’s must-stop bar & fan destinationHow The Woodshed became a global fan hangoutHockey culture, alumni game stories, and chirpingSnowmobiles, remote Maine lifestyle, small-town gritConstruction disasters, renovation madness, and cabin chaosBest hockey podcasts of 2025If you watch Maine Cabin Masters, love hockey degeneracy, or just want to hear dudes tell stories like they’re still in the dressing room, this one’s a heater.🔥 SPONSORSDamon Financial LLC24+ years of straight-shooting financial guidance. Retirement planning, investments, tax strategies — real pros, no fluff.👉 https://www.damonfinancial.com/📞 508-321-2101Townshend HockeyBuilding elite hockey players and elite humans with Discipline. Respect. Leadership.👉 https://townshendhockey.com/Referees CreaseRecruiting, developing, and advancing the next generation of hockey officials. If you wear stripes, these are your people.✅ FOLLOW & SUBSCRIBEWebsite: https://chirpingzebras.com/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@chirping.zebrasInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/chirpingzebras/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/chirpingzebras/💬 JOIN THE CHIRP-FESTDrop your chirps, stories, questions, or requests below. If your comment’s funny enough, we might read it on the show. If it sucks, we’ll pretend we never saw it.⭐ SUPPORT THE PODHit LIKE, SUBSCRIBE, and TURN ON NOTIFICATIONS so you don’t miss the next episode from the stripes.

This week the boys get real hockey nerdy with the one and only Pierre McGuire — ya know, the guy who knows every player’s junior billet mom and what stick curve they used in Bantams. Mark Riley, Gino Binda Jr., and Josh Dolan get into it with Pierre about everything from the chaos of NHL officiating to the beauty of the 2010 Olympic gold medal game.They’re talkin’ refs, linesmen, chirps from the bench, how the game’s changed, and why communication on the ice can make or break a night. Pierre drops wild stories from his decades in the league — behind the benches, in the booths, and down between the glass where he’s been smoked by more pucks than a beer league goalie.We get into fighter toughness, college-to-pro jumps, old-school coaching legends, the next wave of NHL expansion, and yeah — even a little Hall of Fame chatter. It’s pure hockey talk with the energy of a post-game beer in the dressing room.So tape up the twig, grab a cold one, and hit play — this one’s a beauty. 🍻#ChirpingZebras #PierreMcGuire #HockeyPodcast #RefLife #NHL🎧 Listen to the Full Episode:Audio: https://chirpingzebras.com/episodes/Thanks to our Sponsors:Damon FinancialDamon Financial LLC for backing the pod — if you want no-BS, straight-shooting financial advice from people who actually care, hit up Damon Financial. For over 24 years, they’ve been helping families and business owners grow and protect their wealth with clear, trusted strategies. From retirement planning and investments to tax-efficient solutions, they deliver advice focused on your goals.📞 Call 508-321-2101 to book your meeting with Damon Financial today.👉 Learn more about Damon Financialhttps://www.damonfinancial.com/Townshend HockeyAt Townshend Hockey, they don't just build great hockey players — they build great people with Discipline. Respect. Leadership.On the ice and off — they train character, they grow confidence, and they inspire a lifelong love of the game. Because at Townshend Hockey, it's not just about the scoreboard —It's about who you become.👉 Learn more about Townshend Hockeyhttps://townshendhockey.com/Referees CreaseYour one-stop solution for all things hockey officiating: Recruitment, Development, Advancement, Assignments, and Payroll. RECRUITMENT DEVELOPMENT ASSIGNMENTS PAYROLL📢 Connect with Us:Website: https://chirpingzebras.com/Show Social Media: The TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@chirping.zebrasThe IG: https://www.instagram.com/chirpingzebras/The Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/chirpingzebras/💬 Join the Conversation:We’d love to hear your thoughts! Share your feedback and join the discussion in the comments below or reach out to us on social media!⭐ Subscribe & Rate:If you enjoyed this episode, please consider subscribing to Chirping Zebras and leaving a rating/review. Your support helps us keep delivering insightful content from the referees' perspective!

Alright boys and girls, strap in — this week’s Chirping Zebras episode is a beauty. Mark Riley, Gino Binda Jr., and Josh Dolan sit down with Kevin Flynn — former pro soccer player, stand-up comic, and absolute weapon of a guy!The boys dive into the real stuff — the culture of hockey players, the gong show that is youth sports these days, and why every dad behind the glass thinks they’re Scotty Bowman. Kevin drops some unreal stories about going from the pitch to the stage, dealing with refs, and the art of not losing your mind at your kid’s game.They get into how comedy’s changed — what you can say, what you can’t, and how the old-school legends like Rodney Dangerfield paved the way for the boys doing it now. Tons of laughs, tons of “you can’t say that anymore” moments, but all with that locker room honesty that makes Chirping Zebras what it is.There’s also some great talk about mentorship — how the right guy in your corner can change your path, whether it’s comedy, hockey, or just life. Kevin even dives into concussions, youth development, and how soccer’s finally getting its due in the States… but don’t worry, they still find time to chirp a few soccer dives along the way.It’s a mix of beer-league banter, stand-up wisdom, and a few hard truths about the state of sports and comedy today. The boys keep it real, keep it funny, and keep it rolling like they always do.Bottom line:If you like hearing old-school locker room laughs mixed with smart talk and good stories, this episode’s a f***in’ heater.Big thanks to Damon Financial LLC for backing the pod — if you want no-BS, straight-shooting financial advice from people who actually care, hit up Damon Financial. For over 24 years, they’ve been helping families and business owners grow and protect their wealth with clear, trusted strategies. From retirement planning and investments to tax-efficient solutions, they deliver advice focused on your goals.📞 Call 508-321-2101 to book your meeting with Damon Financial today.👉 Learn more about Damon Financialhttps://www.damonfinancial.com/🎧 Listen to the Full Episode:Audio: https://chirpingzebras.com/episodes/📢 Connect with Us:Website: https://chirpingzebras.com/Show Social Media: The TikTok:   / chirping.zebras  The IG:   / chirpingzebras  The Facebook:   / chirpingzebras  💬 Join the Conversation:We’d love to hear your thoughts! Share your feedback and join the discussion in the comments below or reach out to us on social media!⭐ Subscribe & Rate:If you enjoyed this episode, please consider subscribing to Chirping Zebras and leaving a rating/review. Your support helps us keep delivering insightful content from the referees' perspective!

A Boston Bruins legend — Rick "Nifty" Middleton — a guy who’s number 16 hangs in the Boston Garden's rafters joined the boys for an amazing rap session. He tells stories from his playing days with the Bruins and talks about winning a Gold Medal as the coach of the 2002 U.S. Paralympic Sled Hockey Team at the Paralympic Games in Salt Lake City, Utah. Nifty got his nickname because of his silky mitts and goal scoring touch. This is episode not to be missed.Big thanks to Damon Financial LLC for backing the pod — if you want no-BS, straight-shooting financial advice from people who actually care, hit up Damon Financial. For over 24 years, they’ve been helping families and business owners grow and protect their wealth with clear, trusted strategies. From retirement planning and investments to tax-efficient solutions, they deliver advice focused on your goals.📞 Call 508-321-2101 to book your meeting with Damon Financial today.👉 Learn more about Damon Financialhttps://www.damonfinancial.com/🎧 Listen to the Full Episode:Audio: https://chirpingzebras.com/episodes/📢 Connect with Us:Website: https://chirpingzebras.com/Show Social Media: The TikTok:   / chirping.zebras  The IG:   / chirpingzebras  The Facebook:   / chirpingzebras  💬 Join the Conversation:We’d love to hear your thoughts! Share your feedback and join the discussion in the comments below or reach out to us on social media!⭐ Subscribe & Rate:If you enjoyed this episode, please consider subscribing to Chirping Zebras and leaving a rating/review. Your support helps us keep delivering insightful content from the referees' perspective!

The boys sit down with a real beauty — former pro hockey player and coach Graham Townshend — a guy who’s been through the grind, lived the dream, and is still shaping the next generation of players. Absolute legend of a chat, full of stories, laughs, and some serious perspective. You’ll want to hear this one.Big thanks to Damon Financial LLC for backing the pod — if you want no-BS, straight-shooting financial advice from people who actually care, hit up Damon Financial. For over 24 years, they’ve been helping families and business owners grow and protect their wealth with clear, trusted strategies. From retirement planning and investments to tax-efficient solutions, they deliver advice focused on your goals.📞 Call 508-321-2101 to book your meeting with Damon Financial today.👉 Learn more about Damon Financialhttps://www.damonfinancial.com/🎧 Listen to the Full Episode:Audio: https://chirpingzebras.com/episodes/📢 Connect with Us:Website: https://chirpingzebras.com/Show Social Media: The TikTok:   / chirping.zebras  The IG:   / chirpingzebras  The Facebook:   / chirpingzebras  💬 Join the Conversation:We’d love to hear your thoughts! Share your feedback and join the discussion in the comments below or reach out to us on social media!⭐ Subscribe & Rate:If you enjoyed this episode, please consider subscribing to Chirping Zebras and leaving a rating/review. Your support helps us keep delivering insightful content from the referees' perspective!

Alright ya absolute beauties, strap in ‘cause we’re goin’ deep into Pats history here. We’re talkin’ the whole ride — from the days when nobody gave a shit about ‘em, to flipping dynasties on their heads. Ownership chaos, coaching moves, and games that had ya screamin’ at the TV like a donkey.We chirp about Tom Brady’s glow-up from underdog to GOAT, Gronk vs. Russ Francis, and all the boys who made Foxboro electric. Ya wanna hear about Deflategate, Spygate, the Pats vs. the league, and the fanbase that’s nuttier than a bag of trail mix? It’s all in here. Even the dark stuff — Darryl Stingley’s tragic story, the toll the game takes, and how the league’s changed since.We even toss in the ol’ bar-stool debate: greatest Pats teams of all time. Spoiler — there’s chirps, there’s bad takes, and there’s a pile of laughs. Wrap it all up with where the Patriots are headin’ next and how refs are screwin’ or savin’ the game.If ya love the Pats, hate the Pats, or just love hearin’ the boys chop it up — you’re in the right place.👉 Smash the like.👉 Subscribe ya pigeons.👉 Drop your GOAT Patriots moment in the comments and we’ll chirp ya back.🎧 Listen to the Full Episode:Audio: https://chirpingzebras.com/episodes/📢 Connect with Us:Website: https://chirpingzebras.com/Show Social Media: The TikTok:   / chirping.zebras  The IG:   / chirpingzebras  The Facebook:   / chirpingzebras  💬 Join the Conversation:We’d love to hear your thoughts! Share your feedback and join the discussion in the comments below or reach out to us on social media!⭐ Subscribe & Rate:If you enjoyed this episode, please consider subscribing to Chirping Zebras and leaving a rating/review. Your support helps us keep delivering insightful content from the referees' perspective!

The boys are buzzing this week, looking back on some absolute weapons we’ve had on the pod, mixing in a couple health curveballs, and talking shop about getting out in the community.Refs in youth hockey? Buddy, it’s a minefield. The chirps, the parents, the kids — it’s all there. We’re breaking down the grind, the good, the bad, and the beauty of it. Plus, the boys are fired up for the new season, talking training camps, staying sharp, and the little things that keep officials dialed in.We don’t shy away either — age discrimination in reffing, the politics, the grind of keeping the stripes on as the game evolves… it’s all on the table. Sprinkle in some personal war stories, a couple youth sports hot takes, and a look at how college puck is growing like crazy.This one’s got laughs, stories, and some hard truths — just like the game itself.

The fellas had Fran Doyle on Chirping Zebras this week — absolute wagon of a guest if you’re into the stripes side of sports. Fran’s a lacrosse ref who’s seen it all: youth parents losing their minds, box lacrosse turning into a warzone, and the politics that come with officiating. They chop it up about how lacrosse culture stacks up against hockey, what refs actually get paid (spoiler: not much), and the insurance/academy grind that’s changing youth sports. Tons of unreal insight but also a ton of laughs, with Fran telling stories about navigating the circus that is being a ref. Beauty episode.

This week the boys are buzzin’—we got former NHL’er Mark Mowers hoppin’ on the mic. The guy laced ‘em up for the Bruins, Red Wings, Preds, and Ducks, and now he’s scouting talent for the Minnesota Wild.We get into it all:-The trip out to Bozeman, Montana (yes, there’s stories, yes, they’re hilarious)-NHL tales from back in the day—locker room stuff you won’t find on Google-What it’s really like bein’ a scout in today’s league-And a bunch of chirps, laughs, and absolute beauty stories along the wayIf you love hockey talk with some laughs, this one’s right in your wheelhouse. Smash that like button, toss us a comment, and subscribe so you don’t miss a shift.

The boys sit down with retired Navy SEAL Jon Echols — absolute weapon of a guy. He takes us through Hell Week, wild stories from deployment, and how he found a new team through hockey and Warrior for Life. From near-death calls to locker room laughs, this one’s got it all — military grit, NHL chirps, and what it really means to find purpose after service.Smash that subscribe, drop a comment, and let’s give a stick tap to Eccles for jumping on Chirping Zebras.🎧 Listen to the Full Episode:Audio: https://chirpingzebras.com/episodes/📢 Connect with Us:Website: https://chirpingzebras.com/Show Social Media: The TikTok:   / chirping.zebras  The IG:   / chirpingzebras  The Facebook:   / chirpingzebras  💬 Join the Conversation:We’d love to hear your thoughts! Share your feedback and join the discussion in the comments below or reach out to us on social media!⭐ Subscribe & Rate:If you enjoyed this episode, please consider subscribing to Chirping Zebras and leaving a rating/review. Your support helps us keep delivering insightful content from the referees' perspective!

The boys took the show on the road for a live episode of Chirping Zebras right inside Gillette Stadium — and who better to join us than New England Patriots legend Matt Light.We cracked some cold ones and chopped it up about life after football, the dynasty years, wild locker room stories, and what it’s like to play for Belichick and Brady during the Pats’ golden era. Matt doesn’t hold back — and neither do we.If you’re a Pats fan, or just love hearing uncensored stories from guys who lived it, this is one you don’t wanna miss. Big laughs, big stories, and a hell of a backdrop at Gillette.🎙️ Subscribe for more episodes with players, comedians, and characters from all over the sports world.👊 Smash that like button, drop a comment, and let us know who you wanna see on next.#ChirpingZebras #NewEnglandPatriots #MattLight #GilletteStadium #NFL #Podcast

The boys sit down with two former Boston Bruins, Ken Hodge and Kenny Hodge (they are not Sr and Jr they have different middle names). This is our first father/son combination and it was awesome. Ken talking about playing with Bobby Orr and what it was like back in the 70's. Kenny discussing having a legend for a dad and the current state of hockey and the NHL. Whether you're old or young you will enjoy this one. Sit back and enjoy.🎧 Listen to the Full Episode:Audio: https://chirpingzebras.com/episodes/📢 Connect with Us:Website: https://chirpingzebras.com/Show Social Media: The TikTok:   / chirping.zebras  The IG:   / chirpingzebras  The Facebook:   / chirpingzebras  💬 Join the Conversation:We’d love to hear your thoughts! Share your feedback and join the discussion in the comments below or reach out to us on social media!⭐ Subscribe & Rate:If you enjoyed this episode, please consider subscribing to Chirping Zebras and leaving a rating/review. Your support helps us keep delivering insightful content from the referees' perspective!

The boys sit down with legendary MLB umpire Tim Tschida for an absolute beauty of a chat. We’re talkin’ war stories from behind the plate, dealing with Boston sports fans who could chirp the paint off the Green Monster, and what it’s like calling games for legends — including Nolan Ryan’s no-hitter. Tim gets into how the game’s changed with replay, how hockey and baseball officiating stack up, and the wild ride to making The Show as an ump.From old-school bench-clearing brawls to the new tech creeping into every call, Tim’s seen it all. He even shares thoughts on women breaking into the umpiring ranks and why showing up ready to go every single game is the only way to survive. Pull up a stool, crack a cold one, and enjoy a couple hours with one of the best to ever do it.📲 FOLLOW THE ZEBRAS:Instagram → [@ChirpingZebrasPod]TikTok → [@ChirpingZebras]Twitter/X → [@ChirpZebras]Facebook → [Chirping Zebras Podcast]Website → [https://chirpingzebras.com]📬 BOOKING / SPONSORS / FAN CHIRPS:[email protected](We’ll read the good ones. The bad ones? We frame 'em in the men’s room.)💥 SPONSORS WHO KEEP US OUTTA THE SIN BIN:🧠 AOA Studios🚨 Referees Crease#ChirpingZebras #SpittinChiclets #AndyBrickley #Bruins #GolfContent #BostonHockey #LockerRoomTalk #MassholeMadness

The boys linked up with Boston Bruins legend Andy Brickley at Harmon Golf in Rockland, MA for a little golf, a lotta sweat, and even more chirps. After hacking it around the course on one of the hottest damn days of the year, we hit the clubhouse and sat down with Brick for a full-blown episode of Chirping Zebras.Whether you're a diehard B's fan or just here for the ball busting, this one’s a heater. Brick goes full Brick — stories, laughs, and classic locker room vibes. Heat stroke? Maybe. Good times? Absolutely.⛳️ Golf was ugly.🍺 The laughs were cold.🦬 The zebras were chirpin’.📲 FOLLOW THE ZEBRAS:Instagram → [@ChirpingZebrasPod]TikTok → [@ChirpingZebras]Twitter/X → [@ChirpZebras]Facebook → [Chirping Zebras Podcast]Website → [https://chirpingzebras.com]📬 BOOKING / SPONSORS / FAN CHIRPS:[email protected](We’ll read the good ones. The bad ones? We frame 'em in the men’s room.)💥 SPONSORS WHO KEEP US OUTTA THE SIN BIN:🧠 AOA Studios🚨 Referees Crease

The boys are back in town—and this time we’re live from Cagney’s.A little chirpin', a little chaos, and a whole lotta laughs. No script, no filter, just vibes. Whether we’re talkin’ puck, parking lot beers, or god knows what else... it’s a good one.Sit back, crack one, and let the Zebras do what they do best.In this episode of Chirping Zebras, we take you behind the stripes for a unique perspective on the game of hockey. Featuring stories and insights from the officiating world. From hilarious anecdotes to deep dives into the intricacies of refereeing, our guests—including fellow referees, players, and coaches—bring you entertaining and thought-provoking content!

This week the boys (Josh Dolan and Mark Riley) hit the road and landed in Bozeman, Montana — big skies, bigger laughs, and even better company. We sat down with Chicago Blackhawks forward Sam Lafferty, who joined us for a no-filter convo about life in the league, off-season training, and what it’s like growing up a Western PA kid and ending up in the NHL. We talk about:– The grind of the NHL schedule– His time in Pittsburgh, Buffalo and the Leafs– Joining the Hawks and settling into Chi-Town– Off-ice life, golf game, and why Montana might be the hidden gem of the summer. This one’s got it all — hockey stories, road trip chaos, and some serious laughs from the mountains of Big Sky Country.Hit subscribe, smash that like button, and don’t forget to chirp us in the comments. Let’s gooo.📲 FOLLOW THE ZEBRAS:Instagram → [@ChirpingZebrasPod]TikTok → [@ChirpingZebras]Twitter/X → [@ChirpZebras]Facebook → [Chirping Zebras Podcast]Website → [https://chirpingzebras.com]📬 WANT TO REACH US?Booking, Sponsorships, Fan Chirps → [email protected](We read the good ones. The bad ones we frame.)💥 SPONSORS WHO KEEP US OUT OF THE BOX:🧠 AOA Studios 🚨 Referees Crease#ChirpingZebras #SpittinChiclets #Bruins #HockeyTalk #MassholeMadness

📲 FOLLOW THE ZEBRAS:Instagram → [@ChirpingZebrasPod]TikTok → [@ChirpingZebras]Twitter/X → [@ChirpZebras]Facebook → [Chirping Zebras Podcast]Website → [https://chirpingzebras.com]📬 WANT TO REACH US?Booking, Sponsorships, Fan Chirps → [email protected](We read the good ones. The bad ones we frame.)💥 SPONSORS WHO KEEP US OUT OF THE BOX:🧠 AOA Studios 🚨 Referees Crease#ChirpingZebras #SpittinChiclets #Bruins #HockeyTalk #MassholeMadness

Buckle up, beauties — it’s Episode 68 of Chirping Zebras, and you already know we had to dedicate this one to the legend himself, Jaromír Jagr. The guy’s still lacing ‘em up, and we’re breaking down his never-ending career, plus all the latest NHL trade buzz and draft chaos.Mark Riley, Gino Binder Jr., and Josh Dolan are back on the mics—mixing in legit hockey talk with wild stories from the Dude Ranch (yeah, that happened) and some real convo on what’s going on in youth sports these days.Whether you’re here for the laughs, the chirps, or a little analysis with your barn talk, this one’s got it all.🔥 Topics on the board:Jagr still buzzing at 52NHL trades + draft day dramaYouth sports: are we ruining the fun?Dude Ranch adventures — saddles, beers, and bad decisionsHow social media is messin’ with the gameSmash that like button, subscribe, and don’t forget to share this with your hockey group chat. LET’S GO.#ChirpingZebras #Jagr #HockeyPodcast #NHL #SpittinChicletsVibes #MissinCurfewEnergy #DudeRanchChroniclesHosted by former professional hockey refs, Mark Riley and Geno Binda Jr., with producer Josh Dolan, this is the podcast where refs, players, coaches, and fans all hit the mic. No whistles. No filter. Just old-time hockey stories, on-ice chirps, and behind-the-scenes gold from the world of officiating and beyond.We’re talking legends, locker room chaos, benders, barn burners, and everything in between. If you’ve ever screamed “C’mon, ref!”, or if you are that ref.. — this one’s for you!📲 FOLLOW THE ZEBRAS:Instagram → [@ChirpingZebrasPod]TikTok → [@ChirpingZebras]Twitter/X → [@ChirpZebras]Facebook → [Chirping Zebras Podcast]Website → [https://chirpingzebras.com]📬 WANT TO REACH US?Booking, Sponsorships, Fan Chirps → [email protected](We read the good ones. The bad ones we frame.)💥 SPONSORS WHO KEEP US OUT OF THE BOX:🧠 AOA Studios 🚨 Referees Crease

Welcome to Episode 69 "The Shoresy Episode" of the Chirping Zebras Podcast, where the banter's as raw as a Southie dive bar and the laughs are as loud as a Bruins playoff game. This week, we got the legendary Rear Admiral from Spittin' Chiclets in the house, and trust us, it’s a wicked pisser of an episode.We dive into the chaos of the NHL playoffs, chirp about the Bruins' latest moves, and toss around some hot takes that'll have you spitting out your Sam Adams. From RA's tales of rubbing elbows with hockey royalty to the boys' beer-league stories that are more twisted than a Fenway pretzel, this episode's got it all.Expect no filter, just pure Masshole magic as we break down the game we love with the kind of shit-talk that only a true Bostonian can deliver. So grab a cold one, smash that subscribe button, and join us for a ride that's as unpredictable as a puck bounce off the Garden boards.Hosted by former professional hockey refs, Mark Riley and Geno Binda Jr., with producer Josh Dolan, this is the podcast where refs, players, coaches, and fans all hit the mic. No whistles. No filter. Just old-time hockey stories, on-ice chirps, and behind-the-scenes gold from the world of officiating and beyond.We’re talking legends, locker room chaos, benders, barn burners, and everything in between. If you’ve ever screamed “C’mon, ref!”, or if you are that ref.. — this one’s for you!📲 FOLLOW THE ZEBRAS:Instagram → [@ChirpingZebrasPod]TikTok → [@ChirpingZebras]Twitter/X → [@ChirpZebras]Facebook → [Chirping Zebras Podcast]Website → [https://chirpingzebras.com]📬 WANT TO REACH US?Booking, Sponsorships, Fan Chirps → [email protected](We read the good ones. The bad ones we frame.)💥 SPONSORS WHO KEEP US OUT OF THE BOX:🧠 AOA Studios 🚨 Referees Crease#ChirpingZebras #SpittinChiclets #Bruins #HockeyTalk #MassholeMadness

In this episode of Chirping Zebras, we take you behind the stripes for a unique perspective on the game of hockey. Featuring stories and insights from the officiating world. From hilarious anecdotes to deep dives into the intricacies of refereeing, our guests—including fellow referees, players, and coaches—bring you entertaining and thought-provoking content!🎧 Listen to the Full Episode:Audio: https://chirpingzebras.com/episodes/📢 Connect with Us:Website: https://chirpingzebras.com/Show Social Media: The TikTok:   / chirping.zebras  The IG:   / chirpingzebras  The Facebook:   / chirpingzebras  💬 Join the Conversation:We’d love to hear your thoughts! Share your feedback and join the discussion in the comments below or reach out to us on social media!⭐ Subscribe & Rate:If you enjoyed this episode, please consider subscribing to Chirping Zebras and leaving a rating/review. Your support helps us keep delivering insightful content from the referees' perspective!

This week on Chirping Zebras, we’re goin’ behind the glass AND behind the ropes with the absolute OGs of Boston Garden security — JACK & JIM McCorkle, the twin towers of TD Garden event ops. These guys have seen it all: from drunken brawls in the loge to backstage mayhem with rockstars, rats, and rowdy fans.We talk Garden history, what it takes to run point on security when the B’s are buzzing or the Celtics are in a Game 7, the wildest things they've ever seen go down in the bowels of the arena and how they’ve managed to keep peace with 20,000 fired-up Massholes screaming in their ears.Hosted by former professional hockey refs, Mark Riley and Geno Binda Jr., with producer Josh Dolan, this is the podcast where refs, players, coaches, and fans all hit the mic. No whistles. No filter. Just old-time hockey stories, on-ice chirps, and behind-the-scenes gold from the world of officiating and beyond.We’re talking legends, locker room chaos, benders, barn burners, and everything in between. If you’ve ever screamed “C’mon, ref!”, or if you are that ref.. — this one’s for you!📲 FOLLOW THE ZEBRAS:Instagram → [@ChirpingZebrasPod]TikTok → [@ChirpingZebras]Twitter/X → [@ChirpZebras]Facebook → [Chirping Zebras Podcast]Website → [https://chirpingzebras.com]📬 WANT TO REACH US?Booking, Sponsorships, Fan Chirps → [email protected](We read the good ones. The bad ones we frame.)💥 SPONSORS WHO KEEP US OUT OF THE BOX:🧠 AOA Studios 🚨 Referees Crease

In this episode, we’re just shootin’ the breeze about everything from hockey refs to Celtics games and wild minor league antics. Mike Hsu joins us to break down growing up in a hardcore sports family, and we get into some hilarious stories about Richmond Renegades — yeah, those weird team names and crazy promos that only minor league sports can deliver.We dive into mascot madness, parade chaos (Dropkick Murphys anyone?), and how Mardi Gras and St. Patty’s Day celebrations stack up. Then we flip the script to the radio world — sharing behind-the-scenes stories, epic live moments, and what it’s like working with some of the best in the biz.Of course, we can’t skip the hockey talk — gripes about team injuries, the pressure on refs trying to keep the game clean, and the kind of tough calls only a true official can make. Plus, some classic sports movie nostalgia to lighten things up.We wrap it all up with stories from the ice and even some disc golf fun — because sports are as much about the laughs and friendships as the competition.Kick back, crack a cold one, and join us for the laughs and the love of the game.. even the disc one!_____________Hosted by former professional hockey refs, Mark Riley and Geno Binda Jr., with producer Josh Dolan, this is the podcast where refs, players, coaches, and fans all hit the mic. No whistles. No filter. Just old-time hockey stories, on-ice chirps, and behind-the-scenes gold from the world of officiating and beyond.We’re talking legends, locker room chaos, benders, barn burners, and everything in between. If you’ve ever screamed “C’mon, ref!”, or if you are that ref.. — this one’s for you!📲 FOLLOW THE ZEBRAS:Instagram → [@ChirpingZebrasPod]TikTok → [@ChirpingZebras]Twitter/X → [@ChirpZebras]Facebook → [Chirping Zebras Podcast]Website → [https://chirpingzebras.com]📬 WANT TO REACH US?Booking, Sponsorships, Fan Chirps → [email protected](We read the good ones. The bad ones we frame.)💥 SPONSORS WHO KEEP US OUT OF THE BOX:🧠 AOA Studios 🚨 Referees Crease

This week on Chirping Zebras, Josh Dolan, Mark Riley, and Geno Binda Jr. get into a fast-paced, unfiltered conversation about all things hockey — from the pressure cooker of playoff officiating to the ripple effect of injuries, bad bounces, and bold coaching calls.The crew dives into the evolution of reffing, the emotional weight of on-ice decisions, and how movement and positioning have changed over the years. They touch on the highs and lows of being in the crosshairs as a ref, plus what fans (and media) still get wrong about officiating.Along the way, the guys explore the impact of leadership in the locker room, the risk-reward of draft picks, and how entitlement and negativity are creeping into youth and pro sports. As always, they bring it all back to the love of the game — mixing in personal stories, quick chirps, and a few laughs about future plans and behind-the-scenes moments.Whether you're in the stands, behind the bench, or wearing the stripes — this one hits every corner of the rink.---Hosted by former professional hockey refs, Mark Riley and Geno Binda Jr., with producer Josh Dolan, this is the podcast where refs, players, coaches, and fans all hit the mic. No whistles. No filter. Just old-time hockey stories, on-ice chirps, and behind-the-scenes gold from the world of officiating and beyond.We’re talking legends, locker room chaos, benders, barn burners, and everything in between. If you’ve ever screamed “C’mon, ref!”, or if you are that ref.. — this one’s for you!📲 FOLLOW THE ZEBRAS:Instagram → [@ChirpingZebrasPod]TikTok → [@ChirpingZebras]Twitter/X → [@ChirpZebras]Facebook → [Chirping Zebras Podcast]Website → [https://chirpingzebras.com]📬 WANT TO REACH US?Booking, Sponsorships, Fan Chirps → [email protected](We read the good ones. The bad ones we frame.)💥 SPONSORS WHO KEEP US OUT OF THE BOX:🧠 AOA Studios 🚨 Referees Crease

🦓 Welcome to the Chirping Zebras Podcast — where the stripes talk back.We got a beauty on the mic this week — Dave Goucher, former radio play-byplay for the Boston Bruins and current voice of the Vegas Golden Knights, this longtime legend behind the call, jumps on Chirping Zebras to talk shop.From his early days calling college puck to hoisting cups (verbally) and now bringing the noise on TV, Goucher walks us through the grind, the glory, and everything in between. We hit on:🏒 The radio-to-TV transition🎧 Calling championship games🧊 Freezing cold minor league barns🎤 Game day routines & prep👀 How replay rules mess with the flow🇨🇦 Canadian teams in the playoffs🥅 The voodoo magic of goaltending📻 What it’s like being a fan and a broadcasterThis one’s full of chirps, laughs, and some straight-up gold for anyone who’s ever held a mic, worn the stripes, or screamed from the stands. Goucher doesn’t hold back.📍Hosted by Mark Riley & Geno Binda Jr.🎛️ Produced by Josh DolanHosted by former professional hockey refs, Mark Riley and Geno Binda Jr., with producer Josh Dolan, this is the podcast where refs, players, coaches, and fans all hit the mic. No whistles. No filter. Just old-time hockey stories, on-ice chirps, and behind-the-scenes gold from the world of officiating and beyond.We’re talking legends, locker room chaos, benders, barn burners, and everything in between. If you’ve ever screamed “C’mon, ref!”, or if you are that ref.. — this one’s for you!📲 FOLLOW THE ZEBRAS:Instagram → [@ChirpingZebrasPod]TikTok → [@ChirpingZebras]Twitter/X → [@ChirpZebras]Facebook → [Chirping Zebras Podcast]Website → [https://chirpingzebras.com]📬 WANT TO REACH US?Booking, Sponsorships, Fan Chirps → [email protected](We read the good ones. The bad ones we frame.)💥 SPONSORS WHO KEEP US OUT OF THE BOX:🧠 AOA Studios 🚨 Referees Crease

Boston Celtics Legend | 2× NBA Champ | Finals MVPThis week, the boys are joined by a legit Celtics legend — Cedric Maxwell. “Cornbread” stops by to chop it up about everything from his wild playing days to his hilarious (and brutally honest) takes on NBA refs.We get into his championship runs, the dynamic inside those classic Celtics locker rooms, and his no-holds-barred thoughts on today’s league. Cedric doesn’t hold back — and that’s exactly why we love him.The guy’s got rings, stories, and more personality than half the league combined.

Guests: Ray LeBlanc & Gianna GriffithDirector of Mass Adaptive Hockey | Team USA Blind HockeyThis one’s got a little bit of everything — heart, chirps, and some serious inspiration.We’re joined by Ray LeBlanc, the man running the show over at Mass Adaptive Hockey, to break down the 7 different styles of adaptive hockey that are changing lives and growing the game in a big way. From sled to blind to special hockey and more — Ray’s been boots-on-the-ice helping build something real special.Then we’re fired up to welcome Gianna Griffith, a total stud and proud member of the U.S. National Blind Hockey Team. She gives us the inside scoop on what it's like to compete at that level, how blind hockey works, and what the community means to her.This ep is about more than hockey — it’s about what the game can do for people. And if you’re not fired up after this one, check your pulse.

If you don’t know The BASE — it’s a badass spot that’s changing lives using baseball and sports to get kids into college and onto real careers. Big shoutout to Robert Lewis Jr. for starting this thing, and to Steph and Vanessa Lewis who are keeping it rolling.We caught up with some absolute beauties, including:Peter Gammons – Legend. Enough said.Steph Lewis and Vanessa Lewis – Running the show at The BASE.Will Dailey – Killer musician and all-around good dude.Lenny DiNardo – Former Sox pitcher, now ripping it up on NESN.Kay Hanley – From Letters to Cleo and Disney's Kindergarten the Musical. Absolute wagon.Allyce Najimy – CEO of the Foundation to Be Named Later and the brains behind a lot of this stuff.And if that wasn’t enough, the room was stacked with legends like Bernie Williams, Bill "Spaceman" Lee, and Paul Epstein just hangin' around.Good vibes, unreal people, and some awesome stories from behind the scenes — you don’t wanna miss this one.Hit that subscribe button, smash a beer (responsibly), and let’s get after it!

🎙️ JAYME PARKER | Chirping Zebras Podcast | Ep. 58 🦓In this one, we sit down with the awesome Jayme Parker—you probably know her from NESN or catching her on the mic talking all things Boston sports. She’s been in the game for a while, and she’s got stories for days.We talked about her journey through the sports media world, working in the Bruins locker room, covering wild moments in Boston sports history, and what it’s like being a badass woman in a male-dominated industry. Oh—and a few chirps were definitely thrown around.🔥 In This Episode:Jayme’s start in sports mediaHer time at NESN and working Bruins gamesBehind-the-scenes stories from the locker roomCovering iconic Boston sports momentsWhat it’s like being a woman in hockey mediaAbsolute chaos moments in the bizThis episode has it all—laughs, inside stories, and a ton of Boston sports love. Jayme’s a legend and we were pumped to have her on.👇 Smash that LIKE button, drop a COMMENT, and SUBSCRIBE for more absolute weapons of episodes.#ChirpingZebras #JaymeParker #BostonSports #NESN #HockeyPodcast #SpittinChicletsVibes #BehindTheScenes #Bruins #MediaLife #SportsBroadcasting #ZebraTalk

This week, we’re joined by Kelli Rolstad, a hockey ref who’s done it all—from local rinks to the freakin’ Olympics. We talk about how she got started in stripes, what it’s like being a woman in a sport full of meatheads, and some unreal stories from her time on the ice.Kelli’s been in the middle of the action at every level, and she’s got the stories to prove it. Reffing international games, chirps from the bench, and dealing with pissed-off parents—you name it, she’s seen it.🔥 Highlights:Getting into reffing (and why she stuck with it)Making it to the OlympicsWild locker room and on-ice storiesRespect for the zebras (or lack thereof)Advice for up-and-coming refsCrack a cold one, sit back, and enjoy this one—Kelli’s the real deal.

This week on Chirping Zebras, we’re joined by the awesome Bridget Proulx—hockey fan, media pro, and all-around legend. We talk puck, behind-the-scenes stories, the chaos of covering the game, and a whole lot more.Good laughs, some great chirps, and a solid chat with someone who knows her stuff. Whether you're into hockey, media, or just here for the banter—this one's worth a listen.👍 Like, comment, and subscribe if you're feelin' it.🎧 Full episode available on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and everywhere else📲 Follow us @ChirpingZebras#ChirpingZebras #BridgetProulx #HockeyPodcast #PuckTalk #HockeyLife

On this episode of Chirping Zebras Podcast, we are joined by NHL legend and longtime referee Kerry Fraser! 🚨🏒 With over 30 years of officiating experience, Kerry shares incredible stories from his career, insights on the game, and what it takes to be one of the best referees in hockey history.Kerry Fraser: Officiated 1,904 regular-season NHL games and 261 playoff gamesWorked 13 Stanley Cup FinalsWas part of the historic 1998 Winter Olympics when NHL players competed for the first timeKnown for his distinct no-helmet look and legendary callsFamously officiated the controversial 1993 playoff series between the Leafs & KingsKerry has seen it all—from some of the greatest moments in hockey to the toughest calls on the ice. Whether you're a hockey fan, a ref, or just love hearing behind-the-scenes stories, you don’t want to miss this episode!

In this episode, we sit down with former NHL enforcer and Stanley Cup champion Chris Nilan to talk about his unexpected path to the NHL and his experiences as one of the toughest fighters in the game.Chris shares stories from his career, including his most memorable fights, the evolution of fighting in hockey, and the relationships he built along the way. He opens up about his battle with addiction, his road to recovery, and his work with The Liam Foundation, which supports children with mitochondrial diseases.The conversation also covers the role of referees, coaching challenges, and the impact of hockey on family and community. With plenty of humor, nostalgia, and raw honesty, this episode is a must-listen for hockey fans and anyone who loves a good comeback story.

We kick things off with the excitement of college hockey playoffs, share some life updates, and celebrate a few milestones. Then we’re joined by our guest, Danny O’Connor — pro boxer and all-around awesome dude. Danny takes us through his journey from city life to rural Colorado, including some hilarious run-ins with HOA rules, raising goats and horses, and his failed attempts at keeping ducks (seriously, you’ll want to hear that story).Danny also opens up about his Olympic dreams, how boxing saved his life during tough times, and what it's like transitioning from amateur to pro. We dive into real stuff too — like the brutal side of weight cutting in combat sports, how fighters deal with it, and the long-term effects it can have.From there, we get into the world of bare-knuckle fighting, the growing popularity of combat sports, and, of course, hockey fights. We break down some legendary scraps, including Terry O'Reilly and Stan Jonathan, and talk about what makes a great fighter — in both the boxing ring and on the ice.This one’s packed with laughs, real talk, and some great behind-the-scenes stories from the world of sports.🎙️ New episodes dropping soon — don’t forget to like, subscribe, and chirp along in the comments!#Boxing #HockeyFights #CombatSports #DannyOConnor #ChirpingZebrasPodcast

In this episode, the hosts discuss the journey of officiating in hockey, featuring guest Carl Sasyn, who shares his experiences transitioning from player to referee. The conversation delves into the evolution of officiating, the importance of perspective and mentorship, and the accountability required for young officials to grow in their roles. The hosts reflect on their own experiences in professional hockey and the changes in the sport over the years. In this conversation, the speakers delve into the complexities of officiating and coaching in sports, emphasizing the importance of emotional control, perspective, and confidence. They discuss the challenges faced by officials and athletes, the significance of positive self-talk, and the necessity of owning mistakes. The dialogue also touches on memorable experiences in various rinks and the chaotic nature of certain games, highlighting the shared experiences and camaraderie within the sports community. In this engaging conversation, the hosts delve into the emotional and psychological aspects of officiating in hockey, discussing the challenges faced by referees and the importance of mental performance training for athletes. They explore memorable moments in hockey, including goalie fights, and emphasize the need for effective communication and humility in officiating. The discussion also highlights the significance of preparing young athletes mentally for the pressures of competition and life beyond sports.

SummaryIn this episode of Chirping Zebras, hosts Mark Riley, Gino Binda Jr., and Josh Dolan discuss various topics related to hockey, including merchandise updates, reflections on the hockey community, the role of referees in playoffs, and the selection process for referee crews. They also touch on Geno's impressive refereeing accomplishments, including officiating significant games at the Garden. In this engaging conversation, the speakers delve into their experiences in hockey officiating, sharing memorable moments and the pressures of high-stakes games. They analyze the dynamics of college hockey teams, emphasizing the importance of character over mere talent. The discussion also covers the recent Four Nations Tournament and its implications for international hockey, as well as the upcoming Olympics. The speakers reflect on the differences between NHL play and international competition, highlighting the unique aspects of hockey that make it special. In this episode, the hosts discuss a thrilling hockey game that featured intense rivalries and unexpected medical emergencies. They share humorous anecdotes from comedy shows and reflect on the nature of fighting in hockey. The conversation also highlights the importance of women's hockey and the experiences of referees, including equipment challenges. The episode wraps up with a look ahead to future guests and topics.

In this episode, the zebras dive into a lively conversation covering all things hockey, refereeing, and their own wild experiences. They break down the significance of the Beanpot tournament, swap hilarious stories from their time in the game, and take a deep dive into the journey of former Boston Bruins defenseman Kevin Miller. The boys also touch on the grind of making it in pro hockey, the politics of networking, and the brutal reality of injuries.Beyond the rink, the zebras mix in some hunting stories and personal adventures, adding to the chaos. They also explore how injuries can make or break a playoff run, the role of fighting in hockey, and the evolving conversation around player safety. The instigator rule, its impact on accountability, and the ever-changing rules of the game all get put under the microscope.On top of it all, the boys highlight the tight-knit Boston hockey community and the importance of initiatives like the Warrior for Life Fund, which gives back to veterans. It’s a mix of insight, laughs, and pure hockey passion—just another day in the world of Chirping Zebras.

In this episode of Chirping Zebras, we sit down with legendary NHL linesman Derek Amell to discuss current NHL officials, his incredible career, and unforgettable hockey stories. Born in Port Colborne, Ontario, Derek Amell's journey to becoming one of the NHL's most respected officials is remarkable. Starting his officiating career at the age of 21 while studying Chemical Engineering Technology at Durham College, Amell quickly moved up the ranks thanks to his size and calm demeanor on the ice. He worked in the Ontario Hockey League (OHL) before earning a minor league contract with the NHL in 1997. Over his career, Derek has officiated countless historic games, including:🏒 His first NHL game in 1997 (Penguins vs. Hurricanes)🏒 The 2011 Winter Classic & 2017 Coors Light Stadium Series🏒 The 2014 Sochi Olympics Gold Medal Game He's also been a trusted voice in the NHL Officials Association, serving on the NHLOA Executive since 2017. Don't miss this fascinating conversation as Derek shares insights about his journey, officiating high-stakes games, and the evolution of hockey from a linesman's perspective. 🎙️ Subscribe for more hockey conversations and behind-the-scenes stories on Chirping Zebras! #NHL #HockeyPodcast #DerekAmell

Chirping Zebras Podcast | Guest: Kevin Chapman On this episode of Chirping Zebras, we're hanging out with Boston's own Kevin Chapman, the guy you've definitely seen in a ton of great stuff. He's played Detective Lionel Fusco on Person of Interest, had roles in Mystic River, Brotherhood, The Boondock Saints, and even Black Dynamite. Kevin shares some awesome behind-the-scenes stories, talks about his Boston roots, and cracks us up with his wild experiences in the industry. 🎥 Don’t forget to subscribe & 🔔 Hit that bell so you never miss an episode! #KevinChapman #ChirpingZebras #BostonVibes Audio: https://chirpingzebras.com/episodes/ 📢 Connect with Us: Website: https://chirpingzebras.com/ Show Social Media: The TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@chirping.zebras The IG: https://www.instagram.com/chirpingzebras/ The Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/chirpingzebras/ 💬 Join the Conversation: We’d love to hear your thoughts! Share your feedback and join the discussion in the comments below or reach out to us on social media! ⭐ Subscribe & Rate: If you enjoyed this episode, please consider subscribing to Chirping Zebras and leaving a rating/review. Your support helps us keep delivering insightful content from the referees' perspective!

In this episode of the Chirping Zebras Podcast, we sit down with the one and only Don Koharski, a true legend in the world of hockey officiating! Koharski takes us behind the scenes of his iconic career and shares stories you won’t hear anywhere else.The boys take you behind the stripes for a unique perspective on the game of hockey. Featuring stories and insights from the officiating world. From hilarious anecdotes to deep dives into the intricacies of refereeing, our guests—including fellow referees, players, and coaches—bring you entertaining and thought-provoking content!

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