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Bardown Beauties

Jessi Pierce, Kirsten Krull and Fred Veinfurtbardownbeautiespodcast.podbean.com
Raising the bar on top-shelf hockey content with Jessi Pierce and Kirsten Krull. Covering all things hockey with a Minnesota lean.
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Episodes

The Beaut of the Year Is…

Jessi Pierce and Kirsten Krull select their Minnesota Wild winners (and losers) to and name this year’s Beaut of the Year in the third annual award show. Plus, we’re waiting on offer sheet dramatics. As always, we’re greeted by new voice studios, brought to you by SotaStick, presented by Talk North, Royal Credit Union, and Grain Belt. This is season 6, episode 283.

Jul 08, 202527 minEp. 283

The Wild Should Get Jamie Benn

The Beauts aren’t thrilled with the free agency market, so how will Minnesota Wild General Manager Bill Guerin find his No. 1 center? Plus, will Marco Rossi in fact be on the opening night roster? That and your Qs with the Beauts. As always, we’re greeted by new voice studios, brought to you by SotaStick, presented by Talk North, Royal Credit Union, and Grain Belt. This is season 6, episode 282.

Jun 24, 202535 minEp. 282

Wild Draft Busts

How would Jessi Pierce and Kirsten Krull answer some of the NHL teams’ weirdest combine questions? Hear their answers, and who they think have been the biggest Wild first round busts (thus far) As always, we’re greeted by new voice studios, brought to you by SotaStick, presented by Talk North, Royal Credit Union, and Grain Belt. This is season 6, episode 281.

Jun 10, 202529 minEp. 281

Marcus Johansson Is A Bottom 6 Forward

The Minnesota Wild re-signed forward Marcus Johansson for one year which is fine – as long as he’s not anywhere near the top 6. Plus, more free agent targets, a team of 12 Kaprizovs and Kirsten Krull’s Connor McDavid future prediction. As always, we’re greeted by new voice studios, brought to you by SotaStick, presented by Talk North, Royal Credit Union, and Grain Belt. This is season 6, episode 280.

Jun 03, 202535 minEp. 280

The Minnesota Wild Need This Guy (with guest Heather Rule)

The Pros and Cons of Minnesota adding Mitch Marner – do you want to see him in a Minnesota Wild uniform? And can we talk about Danila Yurov a little bit more… Plus, Frost forward Michela Cava and the Minnesota Frost are one step closer to back-to-back Walter Cup Champs as their Finals against the Ottawa Charge kicks off today. As always, we’re greeted by new voice studios, brought to you by SotaStick, presented by Talk North, Royal Credit Union, and Grain Belt. This is season 6, episode 279....

May 20, 202529 minEp. 279

The Minnesota Wild Need This Guy (with guest Heather Rule)

Jessi Pierce and Kirsten Krull give their top 3 forward UFAs for Bill Guerin and the Minnesota Wild to target this July (plus hear from Guerin as he weighs in on what he is thinking) And the Frost are aiming for a repeat. Minnesota Hockey Magazine’s Heather Rule breaks down if the women have a real shot at another Walter Cup title as they aim to close out the best-of-5 semifinals this week. As always, we’re greeted by new voice studios, brought to you by SotaStick, presented by Talk North, Royal...

May 13, 202546 minEp. 278

The Wild Will Get Better This Offseason

We’re shouting it from the rooftop: the Minnesota Wild are going to be even better next season. The offseason work starts now. Jessi Pierce and Kirsten Krull dissect the finale from the playoffs and to the postseason breakdown of players (and plays). Plus, hear from Marc-Andre Fleury in his last media day as a professional hockey player. As always, we’re greeted by new voice studios, brought to you by SotaStick, presented by Talk North, Royal Credit Union, and Grain Belt. This is season 6, episo...

May 06, 202537 minEp. 277

Filip Gustavsson > Adin Hill: The Series Difference

We’re tied in the best-of-7 series 2-2 and everyone seems surprised except the Beauts… So how do the Minnesota Wild make it out of the first round for the first time since 2015? Filip Gustavsson, baby. Plus, it’s time to sit Zeev Buium – who has been fine in his NHL and NHL playoff debut. As always, we’re greeted by new voice studios, brought to you by SotaStick, presented by Talk North, Royal Credit Union, and Grain Belt. This is season 6, episode 276.

Apr 29, 202531 minEp. 276

The Minnesota Wild Can Get Out of the First Round

The only thing in their way is the Vegas Golden Knights. The Wild kept pace in Game 1, but can the top line continue to be the only offensive generator for the team? Plus we’ve got your Qs and take a look at how Zeev Buium’s NHL debut went. As always, we’re greeted by new voice studios, brought to you by SotaStick, presented by Talk North, Royal Credit Union, and Grain Belt. This is season 6, episode 275.

Apr 22, 202546 minEp. 275

Zeev Buium Has Entered The Team Chat

We’re at the regular season finale. Will prospect Zeev Buium make his immediate impact on the blue line before the Minnesota Wild probably/hopefully/possibly head into the playoffs… As always, we’re greeted by new voice studios, brought to you by SotaStick, presented by Talk North, Royal Credit Union, and Grain Belt. This is season 6, episode 274.

Apr 15, 202542 minEp. 274

Could the Wild Beat the Jets in the Playoffs??

It continues to be do-or-die time for the Minnesota Wild who look like a lock for the No. 2 Wild Card in the West – at least today. Jessi and Kirsten pick The Hockey Guy’s brain about potential match-ups for the Wild, and a look at teams across the NHL As always, we’re greeted by new voice studios, brought to you by SotaStick, presented by Talk North, Royal Credit Union, and Grain Belt. This is season 6, episode 273.

Apr 08, 202542 minEp. 273

Could we see Kirill Kaprizov this week???

Kirill Kaprizov and Joel Eriksson Ek are back on the ice, but Jessi Pierce and Kirsten Krull wonder – is it even worth it as the Minnesota Wild struggle to look like a good playoff team… As always, we’re greeted by new voice studios, brought to you by SotaStick, presented by Talk North, Royal Credit Union, and Grain Belt. This is season 6, episode 272.

Apr 01, 202555 minEp. 272

Time to Shut Jonas Brodin Down for the Season?

Minnesota Wild defenseman Jonas Brodin is back – and he’s out again. Is it time to talk about cutting his season short to avoid worsening his continuous injury? And sure the Wild continue a homestand but the Minnesota Frost finally get some home ice advantage after a while away. Forward Dominique Petrie talks the season, her cooking skills and how a SoCal girl handled the Minnesota Winters. As always, we’re greeted by new voice studios, brought to you by SotaStick, presented by Talk North, Royal...

Mar 25, 202545 minEp. 271

Boring (but winning) Hockey…?

It’s going to be a tough stretch for the Minnesota Wild who pad their lead on the Wild Card spot but not without continued scoring woes. And, how do we speculate Kirill Kaprizov is feeling about watching a lack of offensive output from his team? As always, we’re greeted by new voice studios, brought to you by SotaStick, presented by Talk North, Royal Credit Union, and Grain Belt. This is season 6, episode 270.

Mar 18, 202533 minEp. 270

Are the Wild Going to Miss the Playoffs?

Placing a missing person’s report for Matt Boldy who continues to be MIA as the Minnesota Wild continue to try and hold ground in the Stanley Cup playoff race. Plus, Jessi and Kirsten get your Qs answered and ask themselves (again): will Kirill Kaprizov actually return before the playoffs? As always, we’re greeted by new voice studios, brought to you by SotaStick, presented by Talk North, Royal Credit Union, Jim Beam and Grain Belt. This is season 6, episode 269.

Mar 11, 202535 minEp. 269

Guerin: ‘I Don’t Know’ When Kaprizov and Ek Will Be Back

It’s trade deadline week, but are Bill Guerin and the Minnesota Wild done with just one acquisition in Gustav Nyquist? Jessi Pierce and Kirsten Krull speculate, plus hear from Guerin during Sunday’s media scrum on updates on Kirill and Joel Eriksson Ek – and how that affects moves. Plus, it’s tourney time, baby, as the Minnesota State Boy’s High School Hockey Tournament gets underway on Wednesday in St. Paul. As always, we’re greeted by new voice studios, brought to you by SotaStick, presented b...

Mar 04, 202530 minEp. 268

Will Kirill Miss the Rest of the Regular Season?

There’s just 5 games between now and the NHL trade deadline, and with the timeline of return for Kirill Kaprizov now longer than expected, what does that mean the Minnesota Wild might do? Plus, Jessi Pierce and Kirsten Krull answer your questions in this week’s #QsWithTheBeauts. As always, we’re greeted by new voice studios, brought to you by SotaStick, presented by Talk North, Royal Credit Union, Jim Beam and Grain Belt. This is season 6, episode 267.

Feb 25, 202541 minEp. 267

Are the Wild a Wild Card Team or Top 3?

The NHL comes in with a HUGE W in the 4 Nations break – and we hope the USA comes away with the same by way of gold on Thursday. But how will that affect the post-break play for the Minnesota Wild and respective NHL teams? Wild play-by-play announced Joe O’Donnell fills in for Kirsten Krull as he and Jessi Pierce break it all down and look toward the playoff picture. As always, we’re greeted by new voice studios, brought to you by SotaStick, presented by Talk North, Royal Credit Union, Jim Beam ...

Feb 17, 202555 minEp. 266

4 Nations Break – Good or Bad?

Will Brock Faber and Matt Boldy help Team USA claim gold at 4 Nations? Or are we underselling JEEk, Jonas Brodin and Filip Gustavsson with Team Sweden? And let’s be honest – how do we feel about the potential of injuries during this break?... Plus, Jessi Pierce and Kirsten Krull talk hockey romance novels, Connor Bedard vs. Biz and more. As always, we’re greeted by new voice studios, brought to you by SotaStick, presented by Talk North, Royal Credit Union, Jim Beam and Grain Belt. This is season...

Feb 11, 202552 minEp. 265

Are the Wild Good, Bad, or Ugly?

Jonas Brodin has returned – Marcus Johansson too. So, will they be the pieces to help the lift the Wild back after an embarrassing L over the weekend? Plus, Jessi Pierce and Kirsten Krull answer your questions in this week’s #QsWithTheBeauts As always, we’re greeted by new voice studios, brought to you by SotaStick, presented by Talk North, Royal Credit Union, Jim Beam and Grain Belt. This is season 6, episode 264.

Feb 04, 202552 minEp. 264

The Wild Have a D Problem

Things are still a bit sideways for the Minnesota Wild – is the defense to largely blame? Or is it the lack of offensive output? Jessi Pierce and Kirsten Krull discuss. As always, we’re greeted by new voice studios, brought to you by SotaStick, presented by Talk North, Royal Credit Union, Livea, Jim Beam and Grain Belt. This is season 6, episode 263.

Jan 28, 202543 minEp. 263

Kirill Back This Week???

When will the Minnesota Wild be at full strength? Is David Jiricek here to stay? And WHY CANT THEY WIN AT HOME? We answer your Qs and more in this week’s episode, plus, should we make Beauts BookTok a thing? As always, we’re greeted by new voice studios, brought to you by SotaStick, presented by Talk North, Royal Credit Union, Livea, Jim Beam and Grain Belt. This is season 6, episode 262.

Jan 21, 202547 minEp. 262

More Injuries (with Iowa Wild Forward Liam Ohgren)

We’re checking in with Liam Ohgren while more Minnesota Wild players check in with the local doctors and injuries continue to run rampant. As always, we’re greeted by new voice studios, brought to you by SotaStick, presented by Talk North, Royal Credit Union, Livea, Jim Beam and Grain Belt. This is season 6, episode 261.

Jan 14, 202536 minEp. 261

When Will Kirill Kaprizov Return? (With Wild General Manager Bill Guerin)

Billy G in the house! The Minnesota Wild general manager starts contract discussions with Jessi and Kirsten, updates on Wild injuries and unlocks the key to success. As always, we’re greeted by new voice studios, brought to you by SotaStick, presented by Talk North, Royal Credit Union, Livea, Jim Beam and Grain Belt. This is season 6, episode 260.

Jan 07, 202540 minEp. 260

Road Ice Advantage? (with Hockey Day Minnesota’s Erik Radtke)

Let’s hope the Minnesota Wild start to thrive in 2025 – or at least pick up the pace at home. We talk about St. Paul woes before counting down the days to 2025 Hockey Day Minnesota with guest Erik Radtke, and the 2026 World Junior Championships in St. Paul. As always, we’re greeted by new voice studios, brought to you by SotaStick, presented by Talk North, Royal Credit Union, Livea, Jim Beam and Grain Belt. This is season 6, episode 259.

Dec 31, 202438 minEp. 259

Is the Gus Injury Damning? (with Taylor Heise and Grace Zumwinkle)

The Minnesota Wild welcome back Mats Zuccarello and Jonas Brodin to the lineup but lose Filip Gustavsson and Jake Middleton – trouble on the horizon? Plus, let’s get to know PWHL Frost’s Taylor Heise and Grace Zumwinkle! As always, we’re greeted by new voice studios, brought to you by SotaStick, presented by Talk North, Royal Credit Union, Livea, Jim Beam and Grain Belt. This is season 6, episode 258.

Dec 17, 202442 minEp. 258

Contenders or Pretenders?

No team in the National Hockey League has fewer regulation losses, more points, road wins or allowed fewer goals than the Minnesota Wild. So, is this a team that can actually be a Stanley Cup contender? Kirsten Krull and Jessi Pierce discuss, while also exploring the stingy defensive play and of course, Kirill’s continued heater. As always, we’re greeted by new voice studios, brought to you by SotaStick, presented by Talk North, Royal Credit Union, Livea, Jim Beam and Grain Belt. This is season ...

Dec 10, 202435 minEp. 257

Minnesota Is No. 1

It’s another week at the top for the Minnesota Wild, who add a new face to the mix in David Jiricek. What can the blue liner bring to a stout backend? Plus Kirsten Krull and Jessi Pierce are getting geared up for Four Nations and the PWHL season gets officially underway. As always, we’re greeted by new voice studios, brought to you by SotaStick, presented by Talk North, Royal Credit Union, Livea, Jim Beam and Grain Belt. This is season 6, episode 256.

Dec 03, 202431 minEp. 256

The Wild Are Still Good

No new notes: the Minnesota Wild are still one of the best teams in the National Hockey League. Add in the champion defending Minnesota Frost, whose season opens on Sunday, and we’re in bonafide State of Hockey dreamland. As always, we’re greeted by new voice studios, brought to you by SotaStick, presented by Talk North, Royal Credit Union, Livea, Jim Beam and Grain Belt. This is season 6, episode 255.

Nov 26, 202432 minEp. 255

Flower Power (with Marc-Andre Fleury)

Marc. Andre. Fleury. That’s it. That’s the episode. We cover it all with the future Hall of Fame goaltender. As always, we’re greeted by new voice studios, brought to you by SotaStick, presented by Talk North, Royal Credit Union, Livea, OnX Hunt, Jim Beam and Grain Belt. This is season 6, episode 254.

Nov 19, 202437 minEp. 254
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