Episode 150 - Andy Champagne

New episode out this Thursday! This week we welcome former Toronto Maple Leaf and Tulsa Hockey legend, Andy Champagne, to the show.
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Episode 141 - Kenny Ruiz

This week we welcome Prospect Goalie Development founder and Richardson Rockwall Coach, Kenny Ruiz
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Episode 138 - Michael Tatum and Wayne Johns

This week we welcome to the show, from the Mansfield Barracudas, Michael Tatum and Wayne Johns. We discussed the upcoming season as well as hearing Michael's history with hockey.
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Episode 137 - Matt Houk

This week we welcome back Matt Houk and discuss what it takes to create a positive culture within your organization.
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Episode 135 - Elizabeth Spoon

This week we welcome Elizabeth Spoon from Wilkes University Hockey to the show. We discuss women's hockey and all about her experiences learning to drive the Zamboni among other things.
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Episode 128 - Dan Hodge

This week we welcome to the show Owner and Head coach of the Twin City Thunder, Dan Hodge
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Episode 119 - Austin Smith

This week we welcome former Hobey Baker finalist, Dallas Stars draft pick, and Texas native, Austin Smith.
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Episode 118 - Brad Lukowich

This week we welcome former NHLer Brad Lukowich we discuss his early life and journey to the NHL. He talked about growing up in Canada and how he started playing hockey at a young age. He also discussed his journey to the NHL, including his time in the minors and how he eventually made it to the NHL.
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Episode 110 - Nick Moroch

This week we welcome Nick Moroch or as he is known to the DFW area, the #Bang Fan from Dallas Stars games.
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Episode 108 - Kyle Froese

This week on the show we welcome Kyle Froese, we talk about growing up surrounded by ice, transitioning from the college game to pro, pursuing through injuries, and coaching after your hockey career.
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Episode 107 - Cameron Steen

This week we welcome to the show Cameron Steen. As always we talk about all kinds of hockey and coaching
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Episode 105 - Ryan Pfeiffer

This week we welcome back to the show Ryan Pfeiffer. We spend most of this week's show talking all about coaching.
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Episode 103 - Giovanni Flamminio

This week we welcome Gio Flamminio, we discuss his professional hockey career, the mental aspects of playing hockey, and struggles with addiction.
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Episode 102 - Dave Loverock

This week we welcome Dave Loverock. Dave is the vice president of Jet Ice which is the paint that the NHL uses. We talked about how he and his partner Doug started the business, advancements in painting technology, and how the rink industry works.
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Episode 99 - Bedlam on Ice

This week we welcome Jacob Thompson from OSU Hockey Club, and Ethan McKinley of the OU Hockey Club to chat about Bedlam on Ice.
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Episode 94 - Scott Allen, Hershey Bears

This week Adam is joined by Scott Allen, the head coach of the AHL's Hershey Bears. They talk about getting into hockey and coaching, Scott's philosophy in coaching, and touch on some cool stories from his career.
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Episode 93 - Luc Beausoleil

This week we welcome former pro, Luc Beausoleil, we talk about his hockey start and professional career.
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Episode 92 - Chip Excell

This week we talk to Chip Excell, we discuss becoming a pro referee and his recent motorcycle accident where he lost his leg.
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Episode 90 - Rod Branch

his week we welcome the CHL, all-time leader in shutouts Rod Branch from the Tulsa Oilers.
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Episode 89 - Thomas Hodges

This week we welcome to the show Thomas Hodges the Dallas Stars' emergency backup goalie. We talk about his career and what it's like to get the call to play in an NHL game.
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Episode 88 - Jon Larson

With fathers day around the corner, we welcome back to the show Adams father, Jon Larson.
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Episode 87 - Shane Khalaf

This week we welcome Coach Shane Khalaf of the OKC Oil Kings to discuss their Tier II 18U National Championship win.
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Episode 83 - Eric Mask

This week we welcome Arlington Firefighter Eric Mask, we talk hockey, life, and his recent emergency medical event during a recent adult league game.
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Episode 82 - Isaac Cirinna

This week we welcome Isacc Cirinna, Isaac walks us through his history growing up in DFW, playing juniors as well as NCAA Division 3 hockey, as well as his transition into coaching.
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Episode 77 - Team Meeting

Adam, Chris, and Matt all come back to the Rubes Brews Tap Room to talk about several updates for the show.
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Episode 75 - Trevor Hanas

On the show this week we welcome Trevor Hanas. We talk discuss the journey Trevor took from Regina to camp with the Detroit Redwings, to finishing his Junior career with the Saskatoon Blaze and much more.
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Episode 74 - Luke Chilcott

This week we welcome to the show, Luke Chilcott. Luke, a current skating coach with the Dallas stars, explores how he views skating as a skill set, coaching and much more.
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Episode 72 - Kimball Johnson

Adam welcomes back a previous guest, Numan Arango, as cohost for episode 72. Adam and Newman welcome Kimball Johnson of the St Thomas Tommies.
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Episode 69 - Arnie Osuna

This week we are we welcome Ft. Worth Baracudda, Arnie Osuna, as well as special co-host team captain Wayne Johns.
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Episode 60 - Kenny Carroll

This week we welcome former Shreveport Mudbug Legend and current general manager of the Children's Health Starcenter in Richardson, Kenny Carroll
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Episode 59 - Dan Morris

This week we welcome to the show from the Starcenter in Plano, Senior General Manager, Dan Morris.
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Episode 55 - Santi Aragon

This week we welcome to the pod, bodybuilder, hockey player, and all-around great guy Santi Aragon.
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Episode 50 - Party

This week we sit down and look back at the last year and our first 50 episodes. We talk about former guests and events from the past year that guided our show.
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Episode 51 - Jonathan Voyles

This week we welcome Jonathan Voyles to the podcast. Jonathan is a coach and hockey podcaster himself, serving as host of The Chirp Hockey Podcast and creator of the Chirp Hockey brand.
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Episode 49 - Justin Kuzski

This week, we welcome Justin Kuzski to the podcast. Justin is a former Texas Tech hockey player who began skating at two years old and will soon be coaching in the Brahmas organization.
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Episode 48 - Boris Vincze

This week we welcome Boris Vincze to the podcast. Boris is currently a coach at multiple StarCenters but began his hockey career in what is now Slovakia.
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Episode 45 - Eddie Mcgovern

This week, we welcome former Arizona State hockey player turned police officer Eddie McGovern to the podcast.
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Episode 43 - Garrett Jensen

This week, we welcome to the pod the founder of Texas Hockey Apparel, Garrett Jensen. Garrett and Adam discuss building a new brand, specifically in the realm of the hockey community in the Dallas-Fort Worth Metroplex.
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Episode 41 - Ryan Raya

This week we take the show on the road down to the Live Music Capital of Texas, Austin. Adam and Ryan talk to Ryan Raya owner of Chaparral Ice.
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Episode 38 - Cudacast

This week we dive in to the world of the Fort Worth Barracudas. We also have some show updates and some big news!
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Episode 34 - Andrew Palmer

This week we welcome on the pod Andrew Palmer. We talk to DFW's favorite local ice skate sharpener about the community around hockey, his introduction to hockey and much more.
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Episode 33 - Russ Lusk

This week we welcome on the pod Russ Lusk. We talk about growing up in California and playing hockey, disabled vets hockey groups in DFW and more.
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Episode 32 - NHL Roundtable

This week we bring in our crew and discuss the early NHL season, Dallas Stars, our families with the occasional note about our local adult leagues.
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Episode 26 - Mark Laue

On the show this week we welcome Mark Laue. We discuss how the hockey community has migrated south from Dallas in recent years. We talk about Mark's work with local youth leagues and promoting the sport in the area.
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Episode 25 - Matt Houk

This week we welcome local artist Matt Houk and discuss the curious world of goalie helmet designs. Continue the goalie roundtable and discuss the local hockey community.
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Episode 24 - Sly Naud

This week we welcome former pro Sly Naud. We discuss Sly's career in the QMJHL and getting drafted by the Buffalo Sabres, playing in the IHL, CHL among others.
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Episode 22 - Wes Mason

This week we welcome former pro Wes Mason. We discuss playing adult league and staying in shape, after a professional career.
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Episode 21 - The Rubio Brothers

In this week's episode, we welcome John Rubio. We discuss John's introduction to hockey and being a parent of a young hockey player.
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Episode 17 - Robin and Kristin Mullen

This week we welcome special guests Robin and Kristen Mullen, owners of the Ft. Worth Barracudas. We talk about Robin's history with hockey and building a new hockey team in DFW.
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Episode 16 - DJ Graham

This week we welcome DJ Graham. We discuss Working in the rink industry as well as coaching and private instruction.
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Episode 11 - Milt Highfill

This week we welcome friend of the show, and Mansfield Starcenter Hockey Programs Director Milt Highfill.
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Episode 10 - Bryan Lee

his week we welcome Children's Health Starcenter General Manager Bryan Lee (Adam's boss)
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Episode 9 - Brandon Klement

This week we talk to the Assistant Ice Chief at Sochi Olympics Brandon Klement. We discuss starting his own rink service company and what it takes to work in the rink industry.
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Episode 5 - Jimmy Atkinson

This week we welcome Jimmy Atkinson to the pod and discuss a little history of hockey in California, the importance of playing outdoors and more.
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Episode 4 - Matt Taylor

This week we welcome Matt Taylor to the pod and discuss the history the ice rink in Mansfield, adult hockey with special guest Corby Antropik.
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