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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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#223. Marco Rossi for Calder?

What if Brock Faber wasn’t a thing? Would Marco Rossi be the next-it rookie for the Minnesota Wild? Either way, the future is bright, in the state of hockey. All in this week’s episode, created by new voice studios, presented by SotaStick, brought to you by Talk North, Jim Beam, Livea, Grain Belt and Royal Credit Union this is season 5 episode 223.

Apr 09, 202429 minEp. 223

#222. These Guys Have to Go in the Offseason

It’s the final countdown. The Wild’s playoff chances continue to dwindle, though they're still not officially out. What does that mean for the final regular season? And, hey, at least we’ll have frozen four hockey in St. Paul – with no Minnesota teams either... ok nvm. That and your !s with the beauts. All in this week’s episode, created by new voice studios, presented by SotaStick, brought to you by Talk North, Jim Beam, Livea, Grain Belt and Royal Credit Union this is season 5 episode 222....

Apr 02, 202448 minEp. 222

#221. Fleury is the Goalie to Close the Regular Season (with Wild Play-by-Play Joe O'Donnell)

How did Minnesota Wild radio play-by-play voice Joe O’Donnell spring Kirill Kaprizov's hot streak a few seasons back? And which non-Wild goalie should Kirsten cheer for? We dive into those questions, and take a peek at Cawlidge Hawkey regionals all in this week’s ep. All in this week’s episode, created by new voice studios, presented by SotaStick, brought to you by Talk North, Jim Beam, Livea, Grain Belt and Royal Credit Union this is season 5 episode 221.

Mar 26, 202454 minEp. 221

#220 Please Beat a Central Division Team (with Wild forward Jake Lucchini)

Let’s meet Jake Lucchini. The former Michigan Tech Husky and current mainstay on the Minnesota Wild third line joins us to talk spaghetti, haircuts and dress code, and his brother’s jersey request. Plus, I take a look at the Wild week ahead while also figuring out – can the Wild really make the playoffs? All in this week’s episode, created by new voice studios, presented by SotaStick, brought to you by Talk North, Jim Beam, Livea, Grain Belt and Royal Credit Union this is season 5 episode 220....

Mar 19, 202440 minEp. 220

#219 The Minnesota Wild Go For 2 (with Grace Zumwinkle)

John Hynes has got some balls and teaches us all about some unknown NHL rules as he goes for 2 and the Wild continue to go for the playoffs now just 6 points back from a wild card spot with less than 20 games to go. Plus, PWHL Grace Zumwinkle joins as Minnesota nears the end of its regular season with some fun rule changes of their own. All in this week’s episode, created by new voice studios, presented by SotaStick, brought to you by Talk North, Jim Beam, Livea, Grain Belt and Royal Credit Unio...

Mar 12, 202451 minEp. 219

#218. The Minnesota Wild Will Trade 2 Players

March Madness is here and for us that includes the big NHL trade deadline and boy’s high school hockey tourney – among a dozen other hockey-related events. So, will the Wild make a move? Will they still make the playoffs? And how can the Beauts fix the Class A/AA discourse? All in this week’s episode, created by new voice studios, presented by SotaStick, brought to you by Talk North, Jim Beam, Livea, Grain Belt and Royal Credit Union this is season 5 episode 218.

Mar 05, 202438 minEp. 218

#217. The Minnesota Wild Now Buyers at Deadline (with Gopher defenseman Bryce Brodzinski)

Which is more confusing: Jessi’s takes on the Minnesota Wild, or the Wild themselves? Minnesota continues to roll but will Billy G roll with this team past the trade deadline or are moves on the horizon? + U of M blue liner Bryce Brodzinski joins to check in on the college hockey ranks. All in this week’s episode, created by new voice studios, presented by SotaStick, and brought to you by Talk North, Jim Beam, Livea, Grain Belt and Royal Credit Union this is season 5 episode 216....

Feb 27, 202445 minEp. 217

#216. Are the Minnesota Wild Back?

Let’s talk chaos. The Minnesota Wild drop 10 goals on the No. 1 Vancouver Canucks, and the top line stays red hot as the team moves within two pts of a wild card spot BUT is it sustainable? Kirsten Krull and Jessi Pierce dive into what’s working, what’s real and what’s the deal with a tough week ahead. All in this week’s episode, created by new voice studios, presented by SotaStick, brought to you by Talk North, Jim Beam, Livea, Grain Belt and Royal Credit Union this is season 5 episode 216....

Feb 20, 202445 minEp. 216

#215. Brock Faber Will Win the Calder

Stanley Cup celebrations beat a Super Bowl any day – Kirsten and I explain why. Plus, Morgan Reilly, Brock Faber, and more of your questions from around the Minnesota hockey world, all in this week’s episode, created by new voice studios, presented by SotaStick, brought to you by Talk North, Jim Beam, Livea, Grain Belt and Royal Credit Union this is season 5 episode 215.

Feb 13, 202442 minEp. 215

#214. Worst Wild Season in History?

Are we looking at the worst season in Wild history? Or at least the worst since the meltdown of the 2018-19 Paul Fenton era? The Minnesota Wild continue to look at the big uphill battle they face coming off the all-star break while Kirsten and I still try to answer the big question – and yours – is this team worth saving? As always we’re created by new voice studios, presented by sotastick, brought to you by livea, royal credit union, jim beam and grain belt, this is season 5 episode 214...

Feb 06, 202428 minEp. 214

#213. The Minnesota Wild Just Aren't That Good

The Minnesota Wild bye week is here but if we're Bill Guerin, we're making sure the boys aren’t completely enjoying a vacation after squandering away playoff hopes once again. Kirsten Krull and Jessi Pierce dive into the bad, badder and downright worst part of the Wild’s season until now – and try to sort out what to do. Plus, Kirsten is a one-timing all-star and Jessi thinks she could reveal in an obstacle course – it’s all-star skills, baby. As always, we’re created by new voice studios, prese...

Jan 30, 202441 minEp. 213

#212. Jessi Predicts a Wild Winning Streak?! with Guest Devan Dubnyk

We check in with former Minnesota Wild tendy and current squirts coach and nhl network analyst Devan Dubnyk to get his thought on Marc-Andre Fleury, the Wild and much more. Plus, our favorite State of Hockey holiday is here. Kirsten and Jessi share their fave Hockey Day Minnesota mems. As always we’re created by new voice studios, presented by Sotastick, brought to you by Talk North, Livea, Grain Belt, Royal Credit union, and Jim Beam, this is season 5 episode 212.

Jan 26, 202442 minEp. 212

#211. The Minnesota Wild are a Dumpster Fire

This team is on fiiiiire – a dumpster fire. How hot is Minnesota Wild general manager Bill Guerin’s seat right now following an even poorer last 15 games than the first 15? And how can he change it – is it even worth changing? A heavy dose of those questions answered in more in this week’s episode of Bardown Beauties. As always we’re presented by SotaStick, brought to you by Talk North, Royal Credit Union, Livea, Jim Beam and Grain Belt, you’re listening to season 5, episode 211....

Jan 16, 202453 minEp. 211

#210. Trade This Player for Gretzky’s Autograph

Let’s go deeeep. The Minnesota wild are showcasing the depth of their lineup as guys are entering and exiting with injuries. Kirsten Krull and Jessi Pierce discuss that, plus The Wall of St. Paul’s nearing debut, Jon Merrill’s saving grace, and the PWHL creating an amazing atmosphere for all. As always we’re presented by SotaStick, brought to you by Talk North, Royal Credit Union, Livea, Jim Beam and Grain Belt, you’re listening to season 5, episode 210.

Jan 09, 202441 minEp. 210

#209. Is it going to be Jesper time?

New year, new goals, Kirsten Krull and Jessi Pierce set up their Minnesota Wild vision board while also projecting what the goalie situation might look like as injuries continue to ravage the hometown squad. As always we’re presented by SotaStick, brought to you by Talk North, Royal Credit Union, Livea, Jim Beam and Grain Belt, you’re listening to season 5, episode 208.

Jan 02, 202439 minEp. 209

#208. Welcome Matt Boldy to Santa’s Nice List

Jingle Bells Hockey Gear smells But Brock Faber leads the way Oh what fun it is to ride a Minnesota Wild sleigh Kirsten Krull and Jessi Pierce discuss which Wild players are on Santa’s naughty and nice list, as well as dive into Faber and Kirill Kaprizov numbers so far this year. As always we’re presented by SotaStick, brought to you by Talk North, Royal Credit Union, Livea, Jim Beam and Grain Belt, you’re listening to season 5, episode 208...

Dec 19, 202335 minEp. 208

#207. Connor Dewar will soar, guest: Kelly Pannek

Connor Dewar is going to Soar. A 2-2 road trip and a chance to see some of the bigger impressions John Hynes can make on this team, Kirsten and Jessi make their predictions on who will come out ahead the most in the full throttle Hynes era, and how the Minnesota Wild will fare in this week’s play. Plus, let’s hear it for PWHL Minnesota. Forward and gold medalist Kelly Pannek joins to recap training camp, pregame fits and much much more in this week’s episode of Bardown Beauties. As always we’re ...

Dec 12, 202337 minEp. 207

#206. Kirill Kaprizov is finding his stride again, guest Dean Evason

Dean Evason is packing up his St. Paul house, but not before one last final goodbye to his favorite NHL fans and the Beauts. The former Minnesota Wild coach gets candid with us on his on-the-bench celebrations, Kirill Kaprizov’s nagging injury and why his hair wasn’t the problem attributing to the Wild’s early struggles. All of that plus walking the tight line of player’s privacy and reporting in this week’s episode of Bardown Beauties which is created by new voice studios, presented by sotastic...

Dec 05, 202359 minEp. 206

#205. Time for a rebuild without Dean

Blow it up and knock it down, the Minnesota Wild are who we thought they were – and unfortunately for us, that’s not very good. Kirsten Krull and Jessi Pierce vie for a rebuild with an eye on the future, and answer some of your burning questions in the process, all in this week’s episode of Bardown Beauties which is created by new voice studios, presented by SotaStick, brought to you by Talk North, Livea Weight Control Centers, Jim Beam, Royal Credit Union and Grain Belt, this is season 5 episod...

Nov 28, 202344 minEp. 205

#205.Time for a rebuild without Dean

Time for a rebuild without Dean Blow it up and knock it down, the Minnesota Wild are who we thought they were – and unfortunately for us, that’s not very good. Kirsten Krull and Jessi Pierce vie for a rebuild with an eye on the future, and answer some of your burning questions in the process, all in this week’s episode of Bardown Beauties which is created by new voice studios, presented by SotaStick, brought to you by Talk North, Livea Weight Control Centers, Jim Beam, Royal Credit Union and Gra...

Nov 28, 202344 minEp. 205

#204. Rossi for Rookie of the Year

Marco Rossi continues to impress even while we continue to be unimpressed with the Minnesota Wild’s ways. ESPN’s Greg Wyshynski joins us to discuss how realistic Rossi’s bid for Calder is, as well as why the Wild still might have a shot at the playoffs, despite a rocky 5-win start. All that and more in this week’s episode of Bardown Beauties which is created by new voice studios, presented by SotaStick, brought to you by TalkNorth, Livea, Royal Credit Union, Jim Beam and Grain Belt. You’re liste...

Nov 21, 202349 minEp. 204

#230. How bad are the Wild actually?

SOS! Have the Minnesota Wild hit rock bottom? Kirsten Krull and Jessi Pierce delve into more of the Wild's woes before the team heads across the pond for the 2023 NHL Global Series in Sweden. Plus, should we send in a squad to safely remove Connor McDavid from Edmonton? All that and more in this week’s episode of Bardown Beauties which is created by new voice studios, presented by SotaStick, brought to you by TalkNorth, Livea, Royal Credit Union, Jim Beam and Grain Belt. You’re listening to epis...

Nov 14, 202337 minEp. 203

#202. Do hockey players keep their missing teeth?

Are Dakota Mermis and Daemon Hunt around to stay? Can they please? Kirsten Krull and Jessi Pierce make their case for the two defenseman to stay on the ice while others sit in the press box. The Beauts also take a look ahead at the Minnesota Wild opponents for the week, and give a moment of silence for the insanely bad San Jose Sharks team. Woof. As always we’re created by new voice studios, presented by sotastick, brought to you by talknorth, grain belt, royal credit union, livea, and jim beam,...

Nov 07, 202332 minEp. 202

#201. Boo! Where is Kirill Kaprizov?

Trick or treat, smell my feet, give me more than a Wild defeat. Happy Halloween Beauts. Jessi Pierce and Kirsten Krull talk about some spooky recent play from your Minnesota Wild, while also giving a treat to Marco Rossi and Pat Maroon. Plus, are we gonna make a trade here? As always we’re created by new voice studios, presented by Sotastick, brought to you by Jim Beam, Grain Belt, Livea and Royal Credit Union, this is season 5 episode 201.

Oct 31, 202329 minEp. 201

#200. Split the Top Line Up (guest: Wild’s Brock Faber)

200 episodes and man, is this one a good one. Kirsten Krull and Jessi Pierce catch-up with Minnesota Wild defenseman Brock Faber and hit him with the important questions: like is his mom more famous than him? And is Jonas Brodin actually a Swiftie? Plus, our favorite hockey moments from this past week and a plea to Wild coach Dean Evason make some lineup changes. As always we’re created by new voice studios, brought to you by sotastick, presented by Talk North, Livea Weight Control, Jim Beam, Gr...

Oct 24, 202336 minEp. 200

#199. Filip Gustavsson for Vezina with Jamie Hersch

The OG Beaut Jamie Hersch checks in to share her early thoughts on some of this year’s squads (including potential trophy conversation for one Minnesota Wild player) Plus, our favorite hockey moments from this past week. As always we’re created by new voice studios, brought to you by sota stick, presented by talk north, grain belt, royal credit union, livea weight control centers and jim beam, this is season 5 episode 199.

Oct 17, 202333 minEp. 199

Title: #198. The Wild Play Hockey This Week! Guest: BC Gravy Train

Say it with me. Let's play hockey. The Minnesota Wild opens up its regular season Thursday, and Kirsten and I could not be more ready. Shorter preseason please and all aboard the B.C. gravy train as one Beauts listener shares how he's competing to bring a harrowing title home to Minnesota. As always, were created by new voice studios presented, by SotaStick and brought to you by Talk North, Jim Beam, Livea, Grain Belt, and Royal Credit Union, this is Season 5, episode 198.

Oct 10, 202325 minEp. 198

#198. The Wild Play Hockey This Week! Guest: BC Gravy Train

Say it with me. Let's play hockey. The Minnesota Wild opens up its regular season Thursday, and Kirsten and I could not be more ready. Shorter preseason please and all aboard the B.C. gravy train as one Beauts listener shares how he's competing to bring a harrowing title home to Minnesota. As always, were created by new voice studios presented, by SotaStick brought to you by Talk North, Jim Beam, Olivia Grain Belt and Royal Credit Union.

Oct 10, 202325 minEp. 198

#197. The Dallas Stars are the best team in the West (sorry) with Scott Burnside

The Minnesota Wild are wrapping up training camp and Scott Burnside helps us breakdown the players to watch in St. Paul and Iowa. And don’t hate us, but Kirsten Krull and Jessi Pierce place our picks for the Central Division winner and you might not love the selections…. As always, we’re created by new voice studios, presented by SotaStick, brought to you by Talk North, Grain Belt, Jim Beam, Livea, and Royal Credit Union this is Season 5, episode 197.

Oct 03, 202347 minEp. 197

The Dallas Stars are the best team in the West (sorry) with Scott Burnside

The Minnesota Wild are wrapping up training camp and Scott Burnside helps us break down the players to watch in St. Paul and Iowa. And don’t hate us, but Kirsten Krull and Jessi Pierce place our picks for the Central Division winner and you might not love the selections…. As always, we’re created by new voice studios, presented by SotaStick, brought to you by Talk North, Grain Belt, Jim Beam, Livea, and Royal Credit Union this is Season 5, episode 197.

Oct 03, 202347 minEp. 197
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