Greg and Dave welcome back SB Nation's Charlotte Wilder, fresh off her trip to the Super Bowl and the aquarium with Zach Parise. We discuss the the chaos of a big event, the Eagles parade, Tom Brady's cartoon crocodile, Snapple, their favorite Olympic sports and the heroes of curling and have a in-depth discussion about homerism in the sports media. Plus, we debate the Vegas Golden Knights' deadline plans, the NY Rangers' rebuild, the Alex Burrows suspension, "Patrik Laine" on his Players Tribun...
Feb 09, 2018•1 hr 45 min
Greg and Dave welcome author Craig Custance to discuss his book "Behind The Bench," working for The Athletic and a great many hockey things. Plus, discussions about Mike Fishers' un-retirement, Jaromir Jagr leaving the NHL, best and worst of the All-Star Game, the Hurricanes honor the Whalers, the legacy of Gary Bettman, Greg's near Kid Rock run-in and much much more. Brought to you by Just For Men, Seat Geek and Health IQ!
Feb 01, 2018•2 hr 6 min
Greg and Dave discuss the NHL All-Star Game, and our preferred formats for the event; the Brad Marchand suspension; Greg's big screw up at Monday Night RAW; the return of the XFL; whether PED users belong in the Hall of Fame; Dave's rant about Philly fans; the official chicken rankings; the Golden Knights' new autograph policy; and which NHL people are most likely to eat Tide Pods.
Jan 26, 2018•1 hr 39 min
Greg and Dave welcome in Arda Ocal of MSG Networks and ESPN to talk hockey, video games, media and his time as "Kyle Edwards" with the WWE. Plus, the boys discuss the ongoing offside review controversies, Barzal vs. Boeser for rookie of the year, the true intentions of John Tavares, their confusion with the "Fifty Shades" series, whether or not the roster announcements have made people more excited for the Olympics, a bat-shit new All-Star Game format and they reveal the Blake Bortles of the NHL...
Jan 17, 2018•1 hr 42 min
Greg and Dave invade Helium Comedy Club in Philadelphia for a raucous live show, with special guest Frank Seravalli of TSN. We talk NHL All-Star Game snubs, the Sharks vs. Winnipeg, killing the offside coach's challenge and about the Flyers. Plus, Frank and Dave spin hilarious tales about Ray Emery beating up Braden Holtby and seeing Martin Brodeur at an Applebees. All that and two game shows, including another round of Schlemko'd! Brought to you this week by Seat Geek.
Jan 11, 2018•1 hr 31 min
Greg and Dave give out NHL Awards at the midpoint of the season, including MVP, most disappointing player and the team that's convinced you it can actually win the Stanley Cup. Plus, Buffalo gets shafted in the Winter Classic, and our feelings on NHL outdoor games; Greg's truly insecure and bizarre rules for when to wear a Flyers jersey to a Rangers game; TV news people are weird; the best goalie in hockey; trading Max Pacioretty; fining goalies for diving; those, um, interesting All-Star Game j...
Jan 05, 2018•1 hr 33 min
Greg and Dave podcast live at the pub for this end of 2017 edition, with year-end superlatives in hockey, movies, music, books, podcasts and general failures. Plus, rants about Zac Rinaldo's suspension, Robin Lehner's Buffalo conspiracy theories, the evil of Panera, the evil genius of Bill Belichick, Rachel Ray, predictions for 2018 and a rather ridiculous bit involving the dad from "Diff'rent Strokes."
Dec 29, 2017•1 hr 24 min
Greg and Dave welcome David Ehrlich of Indie Wire back to the podcast for a discussion about the New York Rangers, Islanders hate, the Oscar derby, "Star Wars: The Last Jedi," and his 'F' grade to "Bright" that earned him an online feud with director David Ayer. Also, Greg writes a rap song for Will Smith. That plus the Vegas Flu, the Penguins' problems, The Hockey News Power and Influence list, the future of The Athletic, the Islanders' new arena and the worst Christmas presents you ever receiv...
Dec 22, 2017•1 hr 39 min
It's the Puck Soup Holiday Spectacular recorded live at WNYC's The Greene Space! Harrison Browne of the Metropolitan Riveters, one of the first openly transgender athletes in professional team sports, joins us to talk about his journey, how he's inspired others and the best and worst holiday songs ever. Plus, Greg and Dave talk Erik Karlsson's future, idiotic hockey media controversies, blue cheese dressing, talking on the toilet and take audience questions. Plus a special installment of our gam...
Dec 14, 2017•1 hr 22 min
Greg and Dave welcome Karen "Duff" Duffy to the podcast for a conversation about MTV VJs, hanging with Sean Avery and Brendan Shanahan, raising a goalie and her remarkable new book about dealing with chronic pain. Plus, the boys talk about NHL expansion to Seattle, NHL All-Star voting, joke T-shirts, that Ken Campbell tweet, that whack Edmonton Journal article about the "good old days" and a debate about the merits of 3-on-3 overtime. Plus, your reader feedback on NHL rivalries. Sponsored by Blu...
Dec 07, 2017•2 hr 3 min
Greg and Dave welcome Puck Daddy's Ryan Lambert to the show for a free-wheeling conversation about the Philadelphia Flyers, the Edmonton media, naked Ryan Kesler, "Avengers: Infinity War," why scoring is up, a ridiculous NHL 100 documentary, this season's big surprises, Greg's family and their weird casino games, dog costumes and an intense bit of dinosaur trivia with RL, a dinosaur expert.
Nov 30, 2017•1 hr 34 min
The boys welcome WWE superstar Daniel Bryan to the podcast to talk about his "YES!" chant with the Islanders, hockey in Seattle, if a wrestler could win a hockey fight and socioeconomic disparities that leave him feeling guilty for having made money. Also, Greg and Dave go to war over the Chicago Blackhawks in the Winter Classic and the 10-game suspension to Radko Gudas; they talk NHL expansion, and Greg gives Dave a Houston-centric quiz; the Puck Soup Awards for the quarter-point in the NHL sea...
Nov 22, 2017•2 hr
Greg and Dave celebrate a milestone episode with Rubie Edmondson of TheRinger.com, talking about her love of the Chicago Blackhawks, loathing of Jeff Goldblum and answering for all of those millennial-based movie rankings. Plus, a rather spirited debate about the Hockey Hall of Fame Class of 2018, Carey Price and the Canadiens, the Coyotes suck, Taylor Swift, the Sports Illustrated subscription service, “Justice League” and knowing too much about movies, Twitter’s 280 characters of hell and whic...
Nov 16, 2017•2 hr 4 min
It's a (guest) free skate for Greg and Dave, as the boys discuss the blockbuster Matt Duchene trade and its winners and losers; debate the Hall of Fame Class of 2017 and the validity of the Hall's selection process; Dave rants about dumb media questions; Greg explains his policy on food past its expiration date; Twitter's 280 characters; an amazing moment between an Islander and a referee; there are too many British people in "Star Wars" movies; and a full post-THOR RAGNAROK ranking of the Marve...
Nov 09, 2017•1 hr 37 min
Spawn creator and former Edmonton Oilers part-owner Todd McFarlane talks to us about McFarlane Toys, the incredible third jersey he designed for the Oilers, his battles with Gary Bettman and how he would change the NHL to market it better. Plus, Greg and Dave assess the playoff potential for slow-starting teams in a round of "happy on the bottom or coming from behind?"; a look at the Oilers' struggles; problematic behavior from Connor McDavid, Tyler Seguin and Alex Ovechkin; whatever the hell th...
Nov 03, 2017•1 hr 40 min
Greg and Dave welcome Ngozi Ukazu, writer and illustrator of the hockey comic sensation "Check, Please!" to talk about underserved audiences, crowd-sourcing and her take on the game. Plus, discussions on NBC's dumb decisions, Kevin Bieksa's 'Superman Punch,' the Andrew Shaw investigation, the (Sweet) Golden Knights amazing start, coaches that are mending their reputations, Wilford Brimley, jelly beans, the top 10 worst sexy Halloween costumes, Barstool and The Athletic controversies and the perf...
Oct 26, 2017•1 hr 43 min
Greg and Dave talk hockey with Lou D'Angeli of Cirque Du Soleil, a.k.a. Sign Guy Dudley from ECW, about his dual fandom of the Penguins and Golden Knights, his surreal journey through the wrestling industry, doing drugs at shows and Vegas life. Plus, the insane notion that Auston Matthews is under-appreciated, the wacky 'pick your own opponent' playoff format, remembering the movie "Parenthood," Greg's adventures in Bristol, the Vegas Golden Knights Twitter feed steps in it and asking the listen...
Oct 19, 2017•1 hr 47 min
Greg and Dave are in Vegas for the Golden Knights' first home game, and talk about the incredible emotional night at the rink (and also "Sweet Golden Knights"). Plus an interview with poker legend Daniel Negreanu about the tragedy in Vegas, Leafs vs. Knights fandom, why James Woods is a dick and whether or not Phil Kessel is a good card player. They also talk Penguins at the White House and early season NHL surprises.
Oct 12, 2017•1 hr 50 min
Greg and Dave welcome Sean Leahy for some Puck Daddy memories and general hockey silliness. Plus discussions about Jaromir Jagr to the Calgary Flames, the Blackhawks’ controversial decision on Marian Hossa, "Mike and The Mad Dog" give you the over/unders for the NHL 2017-18 season, some thoughts on Las Vegas, Martin Brodeur as Yoda, the return of “Curb Your Enthusiasm,” Greg’s surreal post-Breitbart announcement on leaving Yahoo and some thoughts on manhood. Sponsored by Seat Geek, Blue Apron an...
Oct 04, 2017•1 hr 41 min
Greg and Dave have an announcement about the podcast!
Oct 02, 2017•10 min
Greg and Dave welcome New York Islanders announcer Brendan Burke to discuss the team, rabid fans and when he gets to pee. Plus, we preview the 2017-18 NHL season with divisional predictions, break down the controversies with the Penguins and Donald Trump, talk P.K. Subban and the national anthem, debunk an NBC vs. NHL myth and wonder why Mike Milbury is announcing games. Plus your listener mail!
Sep 28, 2017•1 hr 58 min
Greg and Dave talk about Lozo’s sudden infamy as the guy who got fired for unknowingly calling his boss/ESPN Public Editor “the dumbest person alive.” Plus, the NHL’s crackdown on slashing penalties and faceoff violations; David Pastrnak’s new contract; how to build a movie franchise; Taco Bell and booze; Joffrey Lupul vs. the Maple Leafs; why bad Tom Cruise is the best Tom Cruise; Greg talks Spain trip and does Bryzgalov for readers; Dave laments the loss of “Seinfeld” and “Friends”; and a mail...
Sep 21, 2017•1 hr 41 min
Greg and Dave are live from Toronto, talking with Chris Johnston and Jackie Redmond from Sportsnet and The Athletic editor James Mirtle! Plus, discussions on George Parros taking over NHL Player Safety, the Pope endorsing hockey, the new offside review rule, the Leafs and Oilers Cup chances, "Star Wars" needs a director and we play Schlemko'd, a.k.a. The Roster Game.
Sep 08, 2017•1 hr 37 min
Greg and Dave are back for Season 2 (or probably 3) of Puck Soup! Featuring a wide-ranging interview with actor/director Jay Baruchel about the Montreal Canadiens, “Game Of Thrones,” dental care, hockey fighting and his new film “Goon: Last Of The Enforcers!” Plus we discuss the future of John Tavares, Shane Doan retiring, big contracts for Leon Draisaitl and Carey Price, and a listener mailbag featuring summer movies and bad general managers.
Sep 01, 2017•1 hr 53 min
In our season finale until our inevitable summer editions, Greg and Dave break down all the big free agent signings in the NHL, from Kevin Shattenkirk to Alex Radulov to Karl Alzner; the state of the Washington Capitals; the Ilya Kovalchuk affair; new contracts for Carey Price and Connor McDavid; cheap old players; a steroids in baseball debate; Pierre McGuire gets even weirder; the big changes at Fox Sports 1; a massive disagreement over BABY DRIVER (warning: spoilers, so skip ahead if needed) ...
Jul 06, 2017•2 hr 4 min
It’s the first Puck Soup live show, taped on June 26 at Brooklyn’s Union Hall. Barry Petchesky of Deadspin joins us to talk growing the NHL, Pierre McGuire and state of the sports media. Greg and Dave talk Hockey Hall of Fame, the NHL Awards, the Blackhawks’ big moves, the Derek Stepan trade and free agency, plus we play live versions of “Does Sidney Crosby like …?” and The Roster Game: Tournament Edition. Sponsored by Seat Geek!
Jun 29, 2017•1 hr 35 min
Greg talks with NHL MVP Connor McDavid about video games, weirdos hugging him, junk food and much more. Plus, Greg and Dave break down the Vegas Golden Knights and the expansion draft, review the NHL Awards, talk about the new Adidas jerseys, cover Dave Tippett's departure, debate Marian Hossa's retirement, celebrate a potential rules change, talk about the merits of stoner comedies, NBA offseason vs. NHL offseason and answer reader mail. Sponsored by Seat Geek and Audible!...
Jun 23, 2017•1 hr 33 min
Greg and Dave put a bow around the Stanley Cup Final, debate the merits of Sidney Crosby as MVP, offer their top 10 favorite things from the 2017 playoffs, dive deep into the NBA vs. the NHL and super teams, reveal a secret about DIE HARD, re-rank that stupid French Fry ranking, create a Sir-Mix-A-Lot tribute to catfish, discuss Dan Girardi’s buyout, preview the Golden Knight’s expansion draft and read your listener mail from waffle sex to NHL coaches as Uber drivers. Sponsored by Seat Geek.
Jun 15, 2017•1 hr 48 min
Ilya Bryzgalov, former NHL goalie and The Players' Tribune correspondent, joins us to talk about the universe, bears, Peter Laviolette, Greg's impression of him and the relationship between Russia and USA. Plus, Greg and Dave discuss the Stanley Cup Final, P.K. Subban's antics, a stirring round of "Does Sidney Crosby like...?", Dennis K. Morgan, angry Penguins fans, new coaches for Florida and Buffalo, a tribute to Adam West and reader mail! Sponsored by Seat Geek and Blue Apron.
Jun 10, 2017•2 hr 5 min
Greg and Dave talk about the Stanley Cup Final, Jake Guentzel and the Conn Smythe, the Predators fan who used a catfish as an "instrument of crime," Doc and Pierre eat sandwiches, trading Alex Ovechkin, the Olympics and a mailbag that features the Penguins vs. Cavaliers playing hockey and basketball. Plus, TSN Insider Bob McKenzie talks about breaking news, keeping sources, how journalism's change since he started, the NHL playoffs, his love of canoes and his even bigger love of hip-hop. Sponsor...
Jun 02, 2017•1 hr 43 min
