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Longtime broadcaster Adnan Virk and former NHL player Jason Demers team up to offer the latest and greatest from the world of hockey and beyond. Way beyond! The spirited talk will occasionally stray from the game and venture into topics ranging from food to movies to comedy to wrestling. An array of guests will also be dropping in to join the soiree. It’s all fair game when these two get together every week.
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Jason Demers finally meets Producer Tal and can't wait to tell Adnan Virk all about it. They then analyze the early preseason action, discuss Anze Kopitar's big announcement and pay tribute to a Flyers icon. Then the legendary Chris Pronger talks about the art of the cross-check, his historic Stanley Cup moment and how he really is a nice guy. Finally, the guys discuss the late Robert Redford, the trailer for the latest season of Amazon's Faceoff series and Matthew Tkachuk's big moment on Saturday.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Jason Demers showers Adnan Virk with praise for his new book before the pair discuss Kirill Kaprizov's contract drama, the New York Rangers' new captain and Ivan Demidov's big night. Then Todd McFarlane comes by to talk about creating Venom and Spawn, bidding on Mark McGwire's historic home-run ball and his time as an NHL minority owner. Finally, the guys look back on the Emmys and their favorite Shane Gillis jokes.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Jason Demers and Adnan Virk wade deep into the Connor McDavid contract drama before bidding farewell to the legendary Ken Dryden and speculating about what the Canadiens do after trading Carey Price to San Jose. Then Chris and Dan Powers from the Empty Netters podcast stop by to discuss their meteoric rise in hockey media, making enemies in the league and their favorite hockey movies. Finally, Adnan talks about the new John Candy doc and the gang discuss Lane Hutson's Olympic snub and Michael Rempe's big weekend in New York.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Jason Demers brings back "Am I Wrong?" with a startling take on Labor Day Weekend. He and Adnan Virk then discuss JD's awkward shoot with Jason Robertson, young players getting monster extensions and the Sharks' creative new bobblehead. Tyson Barrie then swings by to discuss his recent retirement, mentoring a young Nathan MacKinnon and almost getting drafted by his dad. Finally, Adnan talks F1 and Highest 2 Lowest before JD shares an exciting new TV project he's working on.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
It may be the dog days of summer but Adnan Virk and Jason Demers still find something to talk about, including the Gaudreau brothers' new foundation, a standout performance from a Hextall and Travis Hamonic signing with Detroit (not a ton of hockey news this time of year, folks). Then former NHL player and longtime coach Danton Cole discusses playing for Ron Mason, coaching a young Jack Eichel and where Michigan stands on the hockey map. Finally, the guys offer some summer movie reviews and Adnan breaks down the Toronto Blue Jays season.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
After returning from his long-delayed honeymoon, Jason Demers shares his Italian adventures with Adnan Virk. The pair then get into their way-too-early predictions for the upcoming season before welcoming TJ Oshie, who talks about retirement, his legendary 2014 Olympic performance and watching Alex Ovechkin smash the all-time goals record. Finally, the guys discuss the summer's biggest movies, including Superman, Naked Gun and Happy Gilmore 2.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
What better way to spend the dog days of summer than to share our favorite moments with our guests from the very first season of NHL Unscripted? Plus, Mike Knuble talked with Jason Demers and Adnan Virk about playing with Wayne Gretzky, Alex Ovechkin and a Stanley Cup-winning Detroit Red Wings team stacked with legends. Here are the guest clips we selected:Kid Mero on Dominicans betting on hockeyConor Garland on Team USA's world championshipPaul Bissonnette on almost getting fired at TurnerTyson Nash on how he once rattled the entire Sharks teamSteve Levy remembers his legendary ad with Alex OvechkinBrad Richardson trades David Beckham stories with JDZach Werenski remembers Torts and Johnny GaudreauMichael Rosenbaum's memorable Al Michaels encounterJordan Martinook on Brent Burns and a special Cabo tripKelly Chase shares how he stole a car with Brett HullMike Rupp on his time with the Danbury TrashersDylan Strome on Jakob Chychrun and playing with OviRyan Dempster's special night with Eddie Vedder and Chris SnowSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Before Jason Demers heads out on his much-delayed honeymoon, he sits down with Adnan Virk to discuss Nikolaj Ehlers and the new-look Carolina Hurricanes, Jonathan Toews' arrival in Winnipeg and Gavin McKenna's huge announcement. Then legendary photographer Bruce Bennett joins the guys to talk about his illustrious career and his all-time favorite photograph. Finally, Adnan shamelessly promotes his upcoming book and the guys talk about the new CBA and the startling demand for Marc-Andre Fleury's services.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
After a break following the Stanley Cup Final, Jason Demers and Adnan Virk reunite to go over the winners and losers of free agency so far, with major kuddos being awarded to the Florida Panthers and Vegas Golden Knights. The guys also take a moment to look back at the recent NHL Draft and how the Boston Bruins got a great pick in James Hagens before immediately fumbling free agency. Finally, the guys discuss if F1 is really the greatest car racing film of all time.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
After two weeks on the road Jason Demers is back home, ladies and gentlemen! He joins Adnan Virk to break down the Florida Panthers' dominating Cup Final win and where the Edmonton Oilers go from here. Then Blake Wheeler talks about Brad Marchand, Zdeno Chara and the Winnipeg Jets. Finally, the guys reminisce about Good Will Hunting and look at the Canadian and American Olympic roster announcements (spoiler: JD doesn't really care).See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Jason Demers made it back to Southern Florida from Edmonton ... but it took a while, folks. After a hellacious trip down South, Jason and Adnan Virk discussed Florida's dominant performance in Game 5, the Edmonton Oilers' potential adjustments for Game 6 and the European Olympic roster announcements. We also share JD's interview alongside Alexa Landestoy with former Oilers captain Kelly Buchberger. Finally, Adnan discusses the Robin Williams classic, Awakenings, in Cinephile in 60 before the guys look at a stunning act of fan malpractice and a crazy Calder Cup Final, See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
After getting back to Edmonton from Florida, Jason Demers joins Adnan Virk to talk about an epic Game 4, Leon Draisaitl's incredible run in OT and why Nikita Kucherov should have had more Hart Trophy votes. We also feature Jason's great interview with Bill Lindsay before Game 4 in Florida. Then the guys discuss elite prospect Gavin McKenna, bid farewell to legendary Maple Leafs broadcaster Joe Bowen and break down the New York Rangers trading fan favorite Chris Kreider to the Anaheim Ducks. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Jason Demers and Adnan Virk break down a lopsided Florida Panthers win in Game 3 of the Stanley Cup Final and look at what the Edmonton Oilers need to do in Game 4 to even the series. Then Kelly Chase checks in to provide an update on his courageous cancer battle and tell great stories about Brett Hull and Jon Hamm. Finally, Adnan honors the 25th anniversary of The Talented Mr. Ripley and Jason gets some time with Panthers general manager Bill Zito.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
After a hellish day of travel from Edmonton to Florida, Jason Demers joins Adnan Virk to talk Stanley Cup Finals, Boston hiring Marco Sturm and Peter DeBoer's firing. He also spends some time talking with the man himself, NHL commissioner Gary Bettman. Then Pat Maroon joins us to discuss his recent retirement, his fresh start in broadcasting and Bruce Boudreau's pre-game meal. Finally, Adnan reviews the Gorge and the guys break down Canada's nationwide support for the Oilers.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Jason Demers is on site at the Stanley Cup Final in Edmonton and has some thoughts about his hotel. He and Adnan Virk break down Game One between the Edmonton Oilers and Florida Panthers and Jason shares his interviews from Media Day with John Klingberg, Brett Kulak and AJ Greer (who gave us an "inside scoop" about Brad Marchand). Then Phil Pritchard tells us how he became the keeper of the Cup and shares his favorite moments from three decades as Stanley's chaperone. Finally, the guys discuss the Brock Nelson signing and Pittsburgh's big coaching hire before Producer Tal offers his review of Paul Rudd's newest film.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Jason Demers and Adnan Virk break down the upcoming Stanley Cup Final rematch between the Florida Panthers and Edmonton Oilers from every angle. Will Connor McDavid assume his place in hockey history? Then Conor Garland comes by following a triumphant trip to the World Championships to talk about his Vancouver Canucks, Rick Tocchet and Phil Kessel. Finally, Adnan reviews Julia Phillips' tell-all memoir, "You'll Never Eat Lunch In This Town again," and the guys select their three stars.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Adnan Virk and Jason Demers marvel at what the Florida Panthers have done as they await a Stanley Cup Final rematch with the Edmonton Oilers. Then comedian Joe Bartnick shares his thoughts on the Penguins, Bill Burr stories and tales from the road. Finally, Adnan watches (at Jason's suggestion) a wild horror film starring JD's wife, Jillian Mueller.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Jason Demers and Adnan Virk are ready for a potential Stanley Cup Final rematch as the Edmonton Oilers and Florida Panthers roll. Then Chris "Mad Dog" Russo stops by to talk NHL playoffs, New York Knicks and his favorite movies. Finally, the guys go through some big announcements this week from the Maple Leafs, Islanders and Blackhawks.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Jason Demers and Adnan Virk were both shocked by the Dallas Stars' Game 1 comeback, but not so surprised by the Florida Panthers' dominant series-opening performance. Speaking of Dallas, Marty Turco joined the guys to talk about his beloved Stars, backing up Ed Belfour and his connection to the legendary "Michigan" goal. Finally, Adnan reviews Bong Joon Ho's latest film, Mickey 17.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Jason Demers and Adnan Virk did not hold back in assessing what happened in Game 7 between the Maple Leafs and Panthers. Writer/comedian Spike Feresten then stopped by to discuss Seinfeld, Letterman and his great podcast, Spike's Car Radio. Finally, Jason offered a bold prediction for the Conference Finals before almost immediately trying to walk it back.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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