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English, Hockey, 4 seasons, 79 episodes, 2 days, 15 hours, 24 minutes
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This is a podcast devoted to Ice hockey in the UK with interviews from former Pro Hockey Players, Coaches and Referees, sharing their experiences and memories plus a few amusing anecdotes to make you smile. Old Time Hockey UK - The puck drops here!
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Trent Kaese Podcast Interview – Episode S5E08

Trent Kaese Podcast Interview – Episode S5E08 Trent Kaese is today’s Old Time Hockey UK podcast guest. In this episode Trent reveals: Being drafted by the Buffalo Sabres in the 1985 NHL draft. The confusion surrounding the tragic Lethbridge Broncos bus crash that left four players dead, including a player with a very similar name.... The post Trent Kaese Podcast Interview – Episode S5E08 appeared first on Old Time Hockey UK.
5/5/202353 minutes, 59 seconds
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Kenny Macdonald Podcast Interview – Episode S5E07

Kenny Macdonald Podcast Interview – Episode S5E07 Kenny Macdonald is today’s Old Time Hockey UK podcast guest. In this episode Kenny talks of: Life growing up in the Aviemore Scottish ski centre Moving to the Nottingham Panthers His wheelchair goal scoring celebration Nearly dying of dehydration during a charity run His life long friendship with... The post Kenny Macdonald Podcast Interview – Episode S5E07 appeared first on Old Time Hockey UK.
6/29/20221 hour, 6 minutes, 8 seconds
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Wayne Crawford Podcast Interview – Episode S5E06

Wayne Crawford Podcast Interview – Episode S5E06 Wayne Crawford is today’s podcast guest. Toronto born Wayne was selected in the 6th round, 109th overall, by the Detroit Red Wings in the 1980 NHL draft. He then spent most of his time in the AHL and IHL until a friend suggested he try the UK. His... The post Wayne Crawford Podcast Interview – Episode S5E06 appeared first on Old Time Hockey UK.
2/19/20221 hour, 2 minutes, 41 seconds
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The mystery guest

Who is my mystery guest? Here’s 8 minutes, 16 seconds from the latest Podcast Episode, currently being edited, ready to go live early in the New Year. My guest is a former goal scoring Canadian forward, born in Toronto He was originally drafted by the Detroit Red Wings in 1980. He then spent most of... The post The mystery guest appeared first on Old Time Hockey UK.
12/21/20218 minutes, 16 seconds
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Shayne McCosh Podcast Interview – Episode S5E05

Shayne McCosh Podcast Interview – Episode S5E05 Today my guest is former Bracknell Bees and Sheffield Steelers Canadian D-Man Shayne McCosh. In this episode Shayne reveals how; he once loaned a team owner £25,000 to help pay his team mates wages – can you guess which owner? he needed 12 stitches while on a road... The post Shayne McCosh Podcast Interview – Episode S5E05 appeared first on Old Time Hockey UK.
10/12/20211 hour, 19 minutes, 4 seconds
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Shayne McCosh – latest interview audio extract

Here’s an 8 minute 24 second extract from my latest interview with former Canadian D-Man Shayne McCosh. In five seasons playing in the UK Shayne iced for the Bracknell Bees and the Sheffield Steelers Full interview coming very soon. Images: Mike Smith The post Shayne McCosh – latest interview audio extract appeared first on Old Time Hockey UK.
9/29/20218 minutes, 24 seconds
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Chris Norton Podcast Interview – Episode S5E04

Chris Norton Podcast Interview – Episode S5E04 Canadian born Chris Norton is today’s Old Time Hockey UK hockey hero from the past. Chris, an NHL draft pick for the Winnipeg Jets, spent most of his career assigned to AHL and IHL teams. The 1991 – 92 season saw Chris icing for the Phoenix Roadrunners of the... The post Chris Norton Podcast Interview – Episode S5E04 appeared first on Old Time Hockey UK.
7/18/20211 hour, 28 minutes, 2 seconds
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Chris Norton – latest interview audio extract

Here’s a 6 minute 41 second extract from my latest interview with former Canadian D-Man Chris Norton. In six seasons playing in the UK Chris iced for the Ayr Raiders, Billingham Bombers, Durham Wasps, Newcastle Warriors and Newcastle Cobras. ****Listen to the full interview here**** The post Chris Norton – latest interview audio extract appeared first on Old Time Hockey UK.
7/9/20216 minutes, 42 seconds
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Gary Newbon Podcast Interview – Episode S5E03

Gary Newbon Podcast Interview – Episode S5E03 In Series 5 Episode 3 my guest is former Solihull Barons Team owner, Central TV and Sky Sports broadcaster Gary Newbon. Journalist Gary had made his way into television with Westward TV before moving to Midlands based ATV in the early 1970’s. Based in Solihull, West Midlands Gary... The post Gary Newbon Podcast Interview – Episode S5E03 appeared first on Old Time Hockey UK.
5/7/202157 minutes, 55 seconds
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David Simms Podcast Interview Part 2 – Episode S5E02

David Simms Podcast Interview Part 2 – Episode S5E02 In the second Podcast interview of Series 5, I continue my chat with David Simms. David was an instrumental part in the birth of the Sheffield Steelers. Over the next 30 years he’s continued making the 180 mile round trip from his home in Solihull to... The post David Simms Podcast Interview Part 2 – Episode S5E02 appeared first on Old Time Hockey UK.
2/8/20211 hour, 22 minutes, 42 seconds
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David Simms Podcast Interview – Episode S5E01

David Simms Podcast Interview Part 1 – Episode S5E01 Welcome to the very first Podcast interview of Series 5. In today’s show my guest is former Solihull Barons team manager and current Sheffield Steelers MC David Simms. David discovered ice hockey in the mid 1980’s. He and a girlfriend decided to go ice skating at... The post David Simms Podcast Interview – Episode S5E01 appeared first on Old Time Hockey UK.
1/15/20211 hour, 3 minutes, 43 seconds
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Jamie Crapper Podcast Interview – Episode S4E12

Jamie Crapper Podcast Interview – Episode S4E12 Today’s hockey hero is former Durham Wasps, Nottingham Panthers, Solihull Barons, Bracknell Bees and Great Britain goal scoring striker Jamie Crapper. While at Bracknell Jamie became the deputy rink manager. After hanging up his skates he moved to Bristol as General Manager of the Frogmore Street ice rink.... The post Jamie Crapper Podcast Interview – Episode S4E12 appeared first on Old Time Hockey UK.
10/28/20201 hour, 4 minutes, 30 seconds
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Moray Hanson Podcast Interview – Episode S4E11

Moray Hanson Podcast Interview – Episode S4E11 Today’s hockey hero from the past is former Murrayfield Racers, Fife Flyers and Dumfries Border Viking netminder Moray Hanson. Moray is one of the few hockey Legends that have played and officiated at the highest levels of Ice Hockey. He was Great Britain’s first choice netminder for the... The post Moray Hanson Podcast Interview – Episode S4E11 appeared first on Old Time Hockey UK.
7/30/20201 hour, 3 minutes, 49 seconds
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Ed Courtenay Podcast Interview – Episode S4E09

Ed Courtenay Podcast Interview – Episode S4E09 Ed Courtenay, my guest for episode 9, is a former NHL goal scoring forward for the San Jose Sharks. In 1997 he iced for the SuperLeague’s  Sheffield Steelers, later moving to the Ayr Scottish Eagles. After returning home to North America for 3 seasons he began a new... The post Ed Courtenay Podcast Interview – Episode S4E09 appeared first on Old Time Hockey UK.
5/30/20201 hour, 15 minutes, 19 seconds
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Jim Mollard Podcast Interview – Episode S4E08

Jim Mollard Podcast IntervIew – Episode S4E08 Jim Mollard hails from Stonewall, Manitoba in Canada. Before signing for the Murrayfield Racers he’d spent the previous 2 seasons in the Edmonton Oilers farm system. Racers British forward, Tony Hand, had met Jim whilst trying out at an Oilers training camp a few years earlier. So, when... The post Jim Mollard Podcast Interview – Episode S4E08 appeared first on Old Time Hockey UK.
4/30/202058 minutes, 29 seconds
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Dave Whistle Podcast Interview – Episode S4E07

Dave Whistle Podcast IntervIew – Episode S4E07 Dave Whistle spent a total of 16 seasons playing and coaching in the UK. This included 7 seasons as a player and 9 seasons as head coach. Success followed as Dave lead both the Bracknell Bees and the Belfast Giants to SuperLeague League Championships. He also coached the... The post Dave Whistle Podcast Interview – Episode S4E07 appeared first on Old Time Hockey UK.
3/31/20201 hour, 12 minutes, 8 seconds
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Tim Cranston Podcast Interview – Episode S4E04

Tim Cranston Podcast Interview – Episode S4E04 – The Early Years. Tim Cranston, former Fife Flyers, Cleveland Bombers, Durham Wasps, Sheffield Steelers, Edinburgh Capitals forward is my guest for today’s show. He also played 39 times for Great Britain as a duel national. Want more? Read: The Tim Cranston Blog Post Our interview begins with Tim’s... The post Tim Cranston Podcast Interview – Episode S4E04 appeared first on Old Time Hockey UK.
12/14/201949 minutes, 5 seconds
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John Kidd Podcast Interview – Episode S3E12

John Kidd Podcast Interview In today’s show I interview former Ayr Bruins, Peterborough Pirates and Paisley Pirates forward John Kidd. Early Years We talk of John’s early years learning his hockey trade on the small Ayr curling rink that was Limekiln Road. It’s dimensions a mere 154ft x 88ft (46m x 25m) compared to a regular rink... The post John Kidd Podcast Interview – Episode S3E12 appeared first on Old Time Hockey UK.
1/31/20191 hour, 4 minutes, 53 seconds
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Stephen Cooper Podcast Interview – Part 2 Episode S3E11

Stephen Cooper Podcast Interview – Part 2 Welcome back to Part Two of the Stephen Cooper interview. If you haven’t already listened to Part One, go have a listen now, you’ll enjoy this episode that much more. In that episode, we talked of Stephen’s early career playing for the Durham Wasps and Cardiff Devils. In this episode we... The post Stephen Cooper Podcast Interview – Part 2 Episode S3E11 appeared first on Old Time Hockey UK.
11/29/201847 minutes, 4 seconds
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Stephen Cooper Podcast Interview Part 1 – Episode S3E10

Stephen Cooper Podcast Interview – Part 1 In today’s show I interview former Durham Wasps and Cardiff Devils “Grand Slam” winning D-Man Stephen Cooper. A product of the Durham Wasps renowned junior system and together with his brother Ian, the “Cooper Brothers” were as good, If not better than most of the imports of that time. Even today Stephen... The post Stephen Cooper Podcast Interview Part 1 – Episode S3E10 appeared first on Old Time Hockey UK.
10/30/201838 minutes, 53 seconds
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Tony Hand Podcast Interview Part 2 – Episode S3E09

Tony Hand Podcast Interview – Part 2 In Part 2 of the Tony Hand interview we move on to talk of Tony’s time at the Sheffield Steelers and Ayr Scottish Eagles. Then his role as player – coach of the Dundee Stars, Edinburgh Capitals, Belfast Giants and finally the Manchester Phoenix.  Sheffield Steelers During the summer of 1995... The post Tony Hand Podcast Interview Part 2 – Episode S3E09 appeared first on Old Time Hockey UK.
8/28/201840 minutes, 25 seconds
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Tony Hand Podcast Interview Part 1 – Episode S3E08

Tony Hand Podcast Interview – The Early Years In today’s show I talk to former Murrayfield Racers, Sheffield Steelers, Ayr Scottish Eagles, Dundee Stars, Edinburgh Capitals, Belfast Giants and Manchester Phoenix Edinburgh born forward Tony Hand. Episode S3E08 This episode will be my FIFTIETH EPISODE, that’s half a Century of Old Time Hockey UK Podcasts. For this... The post Tony Hand Podcast Interview Part 1 – Episode S3E08 appeared first on Old Time Hockey UK.
7/30/201843 minutes, 52 seconds
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Mark Budz Podcast Interview – Episode S3E07

Mark Budz Podcast Interview In today’s show I interview Canadian former Humboldt Broncos, Solihul Barons, Telford Tigers, Deeside Dragons, Birmingham Eagles, Romford Raiders and Oxford Blades forward and Golf Professional Mark Budz. Humboldt Broncos As a teenager, Canadian Mark had three seasons with Saskatchewan junior team the Humboldt Broncos. Many of you will be aware... The post Mark Budz Podcast Interview – Episode S3E07 appeared first on Old Time Hockey UK.
6/21/201843 minutes, 36 seconds
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Anthony Payne Podcast Interview – Episode S3E06

Anthony Payne Podcast Interview In today’s show I interview former Durham Wasps “Grand Slam” winning,  goal scoring forward Anthony Payne. Anthony’s ice hockey career was almost certainly destined to happen even before he could walk, let alone skate. His great grandfather was John Frederick James Smith, known to most people these days as the legendary “Icy... The post Anthony Payne Podcast Interview – Episode S3E06 appeared first on Old Time Hockey UK.
5/3/20181 hour, 4 minutes, 23 seconds
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Charlie Colon Podcast Interview – Episode S3E05

Charlie Colon Podcast Interview In today’s show I interview former London Phoenix Flyers, Richmond Flyers, Southampton Vikings, Cleveland Bombers and Slough Jets net minder Charlie Colon. Charlie spent 20 years in the UK. Apart from two seasons in the Heineken Premier League, he played mostly in Division 1. He then coached the Slough Jets to... The post Charlie Colon Podcast Interview – Episode S3E05 appeared first on Old Time Hockey UK.
3/30/20181 hour, 1 minute, 9 seconds
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Scott Morrison Podcast Interview – S3E04

Scott Morrison Podcast Interview In today’s show I interview former Canadian forward Scott Morrison. Scott spent 10 seasons here in the UK playing for 6 different hockey teams. Twist of fate At the end of the 1986 – 87 season Scott had decided to retire. He was a member of the Brantford Motts Clamatos Allan... The post Scott Morrison Podcast Interview – S3E04 appeared first on Old Time Hockey UK.
2/18/201855 minutes, 46 seconds
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Scott O’Connor Podcast Interview – Episode S3E03

Scott O’Connor Podcast Interview Imagine, you’re 14 years old, you’re a junior ice hockey net minder. You’re learning your trade within the Fife Flyers junior development organisation. Usually you play in front of just a few parents and friends. Then you get the call, you’re about to make your debut in front of over two... The post Scott O’Connor Podcast Interview – Episode S3E03 appeared first on Old Time Hockey UK.
1/28/201857 minutes, 42 seconds
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Nicky Chinn Podcast Interview – Episode S3E02

Nicky Chinn Podcast Interview In today’s show I break with my policy of interviewing only “players from the past”. Nicky Chinn continues to play on, despite making his debut in the 1988 – 89 season, that’s 29 seasons ago. A product of the Cardiff junior development system, Nicky made his Devils debut at the tender... The post Nicky Chinn Podcast Interview – Episode S3E02 appeared first on Old Time Hockey UK.
12/7/201742 minutes, 1 second
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Paul Blahyj Podcast Interview – Episode S2E12

Paul Blahyj Podcast Interview In today’s show, the final Podcast of Season 2, I interview former Nottingham Panthers back up net minder Paul Blahyj. I start the interview by asking a very important question – how does he pronounce his last name of Blahyj? Paul explains that the name hails from the Ukraine through his grandad,... The post Paul Blahyj Podcast Interview – Episode S2E12 appeared first on Old Time Hockey UK.
7/29/201733 minutes, 31 seconds
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Rob Breskal Podcast Interview – Episode S2E11

Rob Breskal Podcast Interview In today’s show I interview former Southampton Vikings, Dundee Rockets, Medway Bears and Bracknell Bees D-Man Rob Breskal. Now living in New South Wales in Australia, Rob was born in Brighton on the UK’s south coast – a town with a rich hockey history but no proper Ice Rink since 1965 –... The post Rob Breskal Podcast Interview – Episode S2E11 appeared first on Old Time Hockey UK.
6/24/20171 hour, 8 minutes, 37 seconds
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Mario Belanger Podcast Interview – Episode S2E10

Mario Belanger Podcast Interview In today’s show I interview former Durham Wasps, Basingstoke Beavers, Nottingham Panthers and Telford Tigers goal scoring forward Mario Belanger. Durham Wasps Durham Wasps signed the French Canadian as a replacement import in February 1987. Together with fellow imports, forward Kevin Conway and d-man Mike O’Connor they formed a formidable on ice... The post Mario Belanger Podcast Interview – Episode S2E10 appeared first on Old Time Hockey UK.
5/19/201752 minutes, 21 seconds
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Garry Unger Podcast Interview Part 2 – Episode S2E09

The Garry Unger Podcast Interview Part 2 – the Heineken Years For the very first time since starting the Podcast back in 2014 I’ve decided to split an episode in two. Garry Unger’s career has been absolutely amazing. Consequently I recorded over 3 hours of quality content that I could not possibly fit into just one hour... The post Garry Unger Podcast Interview Part 2 – Episode S2E09 appeared first on Old Time Hockey UK.
3/23/20171 hour, 3 minutes, 55 seconds
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Garry Unger Podcast Interview Part 1 – Episode S2E08

Garry Unger Podcast Interview Part 1 – the NHL Years Garry Unger had an amazing career, with so much recorded content it was impossible to fit everything into one hour. Therefore for the first time since starting the Podcast I’ve decided to split an episode into two parts. In Part One we’ll be talking about: His first... The post Garry Unger Podcast Interview Part 1 – Episode S2E08 appeared first on Old Time Hockey UK.
2/26/201756 minutes, 25 seconds
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Paul Hand Podcast Interview – Episode S2E07

Paul Hand Podcast Interview In today’s show I interview former Murrayfield Racers, Solihull Barons, Peterborough Pirates, Fife Flyers, Paisley Pirates and Great Britain D-Man Paul Hand. We talk of his early years in Edinburgh, where going to the Murrayfield rink was simply a “way of life”. We talk of how he made his way through... The post Paul Hand Podcast Interview – Episode S2E07 appeared first on Old Time Hockey UK.
1/22/201759 minutes, 37 seconds
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Steve Carpenter Podcast Interview – Episode S2E06

Steve Carpenter Podcast Interview Today I interview former Solihull Blaze, Nottingham Panthers, Sheffield Steelers, Coventry Blaze and Milton Keynes Lightning D-Man Steve Carpenter. Steve had a successful time in Canadian junior hockey and in the East Coast Hockey League. He recalls flying into the UK to sign for the Solihull Blaze after a recommendation from an... The post Steve Carpenter Podcast Interview – Episode S2E06 appeared first on Old Time Hockey UK.
12/15/20161 hour, 49 seconds
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Frank Morris Podcast Interview – Episode S2E05

Frank Morris Interview. In today’s show I interview former Ayr Bruins, Fife Flyers, Murrayfield Racers and Trafford Metros forward Frank Morris. Frank spent 27 years in the UK as a player and Elite League bench coach before returning home to Canada. Early Years As a junior Frank had 5 very successful years with the Concordia... The post Frank Morris Podcast Interview – Episode S2E05 appeared first on Old Time Hockey UK.
11/4/20161 hour, 17 minutes, 5 seconds
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Luc Chabot Podcast Interview – Episode S2E04

Luc Chabot Podcast Interview In today’s show I interview former Ayr Bruins, Whitley Warriors, Medway Bears and Solihull Barons striker Luc Chabot. Luc’s first UK hockey experience lasted just 9 games and despite being in the top three UK points scorers, the Ayr Bruins decided to replace him and fellow import Kevin Reynolds. Whitley Bay... The post Luc Chabot Podcast Interview – Episode S2E04 appeared first on Old Time Hockey UK.
10/2/201644 minutes, 17 seconds
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Kelvin Land Podcast Interview – Episode S2E02

Kel Land Interview. Kel or Lando, as most people know him, was born in Sevenoaks in Kent, the product of a British mother and a three quarters North American Indian father serving in the Canadian forces. Kel tells of his formative years, learning the game, initially in Germany,  back home in New Brunswick, Canada and... The post Kelvin Land Podcast Interview – Episode S2E02 appeared first on Old Time Hockey UK.
6/17/201656 minutes, 3 seconds
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Selmar Odelein Podcast Interview – Episode S2E01

Selmar Odelein Interview. Season 2 faces off with a true legend as I speak with former Edmonton Oilers, Nottingham Panthers and Sheffield Steelers D-Man Selmar Odelein. NHL Years The eldest of three professional Ice hockey playing brothers from Quill Lake, Saskatchewan. Selmar had a successful junior career, including winning Gold and Silver medals for Canada... The post Selmar Odelein Podcast Interview – Episode S2E01 appeared first on Old Time Hockey UK.
5/7/201641 minutes, 20 seconds
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Brian Kanewischer Podcast Interview – Episode S1E30

Brian Kanewischer Interview. In today’s show I talk to former Aviemore Blackhawks, Cardiff Devils, Ayr Raiders and Swindon Wildcats coach, Brian Kanewischer. We talk of how he had no hesitation in travelling over 4000 miles from his home in Medicine Hat, Alberta Canada for the 100 years UK Ice Hockey event, held in Durham in... The post Brian Kanewischer Podcast Interview – Episode S1E30 appeared first on Old Time Hockey UK.
3/24/201647 minutes, 45 seconds
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Chuck Taylor Podcast Interview – Episode S1E29

Chuck Taylor Interview In today’s show I talk to former Solihull Barons, Telford Tigers and Nottingham Panthers D Man, Chuck Taylor. Chuck was born in London in 1961 but raised in Saskatchewan in Canada. In 1982 he returned to the country of his birth, signing for Gary Newbon’s Solihull Barons. Solihull Barons Chuck arrived in the... The post Chuck Taylor Podcast Interview – Episode S1E29 appeared first on Old Time Hockey UK.
2/19/201653 minutes, 59 seconds
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Jason Wood Podcast Interview – Episode S1E28

Jason Wood Interview In today’s show I talk to former Streatham Braves, Medway Bears, Peterborough Pirates and Cardiff Devils netminder Jason Wood. Jason now lives in Penticton in British Columbia, Canada and works as a firefighter in downtown Vancouver. We’d scheduled the interview for 4.30pm UK time / 8.30am Vancouver time. After finishing a night... The post Jason Wood Podcast Interview – Episode S1E28 appeared first on Old Time Hockey UK.
1/29/201642 minutes, 45 seconds
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Todd Bidner Podcast Interview – Episode S1E27

Todd Bidner Interview. In today’s show I talk to former Washington Capitals, Fife Flyers and Peterborough Pirates forward Todd Bidner. Todd was drafted into the NHL in 1980 by the Washington Capitals, he was a round 6 pick, 110th overall. It was a good year for UK ice hockey as in the same round, future... The post Todd Bidner Podcast Interview – Episode S1E27 appeared first on Old Time Hockey UK.
12/29/201550 minutes, 17 seconds
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The 100 Years UK Ice Hockey Event – Episode S1E26

The 100 Years UK Hockey Event Interview. In today’s show I talk to Frankie Killen and Scott Plews, organisers of the 100 Years UK Ice Hockey event. Both guys had been interviewed for the podcast previously. Frankie in Episode 12 and Scott in Episode 15. Both had talked of their hopes and aspirations for the... The post The 100 Years UK Ice Hockey Event – Episode S1E26 appeared first on Old Time Hockey UK.
11/14/201559 minutes, 37 seconds
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Kenny McKie Podcast Interview – Episode S1E25

Kenny McKie Interview Kenny first “discovered” ice skating as a 10 year old, he’d persuaded his 16 year old brother to take him to the Crossmyloof ice rink, his brother had arranged to meet a girl there and 10 year old Kenny threatened to “tell his mum”. Once there he was hooked, took to the... The post Kenny McKie Podcast Interview – Episode S1E25 appeared first on Old Time Hockey UK.
10/16/201558 minutes, 42 seconds
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Hilton Ruggles Podcast Interview – Episode S1E24

Hilton Ruggles Interview. In today’s show I talk with former Whitley Warriors, Murrayfield Racers, Cardiff Devils, Manchester Storm, Newcastle Riverkings, Coventry Blaze and Newcastle Vipers forward Hilton Ruggles. We talk of his early years growing up playing ice hockey in Montreal and his foray over to mainland Europe. He describes his arrival in Whitley Bay... The post Hilton Ruggles Podcast Interview – Episode S1E24 appeared first on Old Time Hockey UK.
10/2/201546 minutes, 28 seconds
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Scott Neil Podcast Interview – Episode S1E23

Scott Neil Interview. In today’s show I talk with Edinburgh Capitals team owner and former Murrayfield Racers and Sheffield Steelers forward, Scott Neil. Edinburgh born, Scott’s earliest memories of ice hockey was as a twelve year old playing “stick and puck” after a Murrayfield Racers game. Two years later he had put all of his... The post Scott Neil Podcast Interview – Episode S1E23 appeared first on Old Time Hockey UK.
7/31/201547 minutes, 40 seconds
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Gavin Fraser Podcast Interview – Episode S1E22

Gavin Fraser Interview. Today’s show features former Aviemore Blackhawks and Nottingham Panthers forward Gavin Fraser. Gavin grew up in the Scottish Highlands and had to walk six miles to get to his local ice rink. As a kid he was a regular ice skater but didn’t take up playing hockey until he was thirteen, he... The post Gavin Fraser Podcast Interview – Episode S1E22 appeared first on Old Time Hockey UK.
5/15/201538 minutes, 34 seconds
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Craig Melancon Podcast Interview – Episode S1E21

Craig Melancon Interview. Today’s show features former Streatham Redskins, Slough Jets and Nottingham Panthers forward Craig Melancon. My very first question to Craig was how he’d acquired the nickname  “Cougar”, as during my research, several guys I’d spoken to had referred to him by that name. Craig went on to talk about his early days in... The post Craig Melancon Podcast Interview – Episode S1E21 appeared first on Old Time Hockey UK.
4/24/201528 minutes, 39 seconds
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Fred Perlini Podcast Interview – Episode S1E20

S1E20 Fred Perlini Interview. Today’s show features former Toronto Maple Leafs, Nottingham Panthers, Fife Flyers and Guildford Flames forward Fred Perlini. Fred was unexpectedly drafted by the Toronto Maple Leafs in 1980. On “draft day” he was actually digging in a ditch. A passing motorist, listening to the draft, told him that the Toronto Maple... The post Fred Perlini Podcast Interview – Episode S1E20 appeared first on Old Time Hockey UK.
4/3/201544 minutes, 14 seconds
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Simon Leach Podcast Interview – Episode S1E19

Simon Leach Interview On today’s show I interview former Whitley Warriors forward and head coach Simon Leach. Simon began his hockey journey as a 6 year old when he and his best friend, went to the local Whitley Bay ice rink to watch another friend’s dad play for the Warriors in a practice game. That... The post Simon Leach Podcast Interview – Episode S1E19 appeared first on Old Time Hockey UK.
3/19/201535 minutes, 17 seconds
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Ivan Matulik Podcast Interview – Episode S1E18

The Ivan Matulik Interview In this episode I interview Ivan Matulik, the former Sheffield Steelers, Edinburgh Racers, Cardiff Devils and Manchester Storm forward. Born in Czechoslovakia, Ivan grew up in the late 1960’s, in a country ruled by communists. As a consequence “the state” controlled everything, including communication and travel. Ivan was a young rising... The post Ivan Matulik Podcast Interview – Episode S1E18 appeared first on Old Time Hockey UK.
3/6/201543 minutes, 10 seconds
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Shannon Hope Podcast Interview – Episode S1E17

Shannon Hope Interview. In this episode I interview former Peterborough Pirates, Cardiff Devils and Great Britain international D-Man Shannon Hope. The big Peterborough (Ontario) born D-Man arrived in the UK in 1984 after new Peterborough Pirates coach Ron Katernuk, an old friend from his junior days, persuaded him to sign for the Pirates. We talk... The post Shannon Hope Podcast Interview – Episode S1E17 appeared first on Old Time Hockey UK.
2/20/20150
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Jimmy Keyes Podcast Interview – Episode S1E13

Jimmy Keyes Interview. Mention the name Jimmy Keyes to any long time Nottingham Panthers fan and watch as their face lights up with the rush of  memories of the Panther’s first true legend since they reformed in 1980. Jimmy joined the Panthers in 1985 as one of new coach Alex Dampier’s three imports, a feisty... The post Jimmy Keyes Podcast Interview – Episode S1E13 appeared first on Old Time Hockey UK.
12/31/201431 minutes, 21 seconds
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Frankie Killen Podcast Interview – Episode S1E12

Frankie Killen Podcast Interview Frankie Killen, a netminder from what many consider to be the golden age of British ice hockey. The Heineken Hockey era began in 1982 and ended 1996, and “Killer” started his rookie season in 1980 and played right through to 1994 when his knees finally gave up on him. The former... The post Frankie Killen Podcast Interview – Episode S1E12 appeared first on Old Time Hockey UK.
12/20/201459 minutes, 41 seconds
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John Lawless Podcast Interview – Episode S1E11

John Lawless Interview In this episode I interview former Peterborough Pirates, Cardiff Devils, Manchester Storm and Telford Tigers player and coach, John Lawless. We discuss why he chose the Peterborough Pirates over the more established Nottingham Panthers. We also talk of the successes of the Pirates plus the various characters that played during that time. In... The post John Lawless Podcast Interview – Episode S1E11 appeared first on Old Time Hockey UK.
12/13/201439 minutes, 9 seconds
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Randall Weber Podcast Interview – Episode S1E07

Randall Weber Interview Having previously played hockey in Canada, Randall had watched the Nottingham Panthers, as a fan, a few times. However it was a few years before the Panthers evolved into a full ice hockey club. As soon as the Nottingham junior hockey development section was created, he had no hesitation and quickly signed... The post Randall Weber Podcast Interview – Episode S1E07 appeared first on Old Time Hockey UK.
11/13/201439 minutes
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Graham Waghorn Podcast Interview – Episode S1E06

Graham Waghorn Interview Born in Ontario, Canada, “Wags”, as the fans knew him, learned to skate at 3 years old and began his hockey journey a year later before coming over to the UK at age 8 when his English father, Jack, decided to return to the country of his birth. Joining the Streatham junior system Graham... The post Graham Waghorn Podcast Interview – Episode S1E06 appeared first on Old Time Hockey UK.
11/6/201433 minutes, 36 seconds
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Les Millie Podcast Interview – Episode S1E05

Les Millie Podcast Interview. Born in Fife, Les Millie started skating at just 5 years old and progressed through the Kirkaldy junior ranks. At the age of jus 14, Les was called up to make his senior debut as a Fife Flyer for a game against the Dundee Rockets. The following season Les became a... The post Les Millie Podcast Interview – Episode S1E05 appeared first on Old Time Hockey UK.
10/30/201431 minutes, 37 seconds
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Daryl Lipsey Podcast Interview – Episode S1E04

Daryl Lipsey Podcast Interview. Daryl, originally from North Battleford, a small town in Saskatchewan in Canada arrived in the UK, you could say by accident, after a move to Stuttgart in Germany fell through. His agent was quick to offer an alternative slot on a team in the UK, his first words when offered the UK... The post Daryl Lipsey Podcast Interview – Episode S1E04 appeared first on Old Time Hockey UK.
10/23/20140
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Ron Shudra Podcast Interview – Episode S1E03

Ron Shudra Interview. Ron Shudra dreamed of  becoming a Hockey professional, it came true in 1986 when the Edmonton Oilers drafted him. Originally from Winnipeg in Manitoba, Canada, Ron was chosen in round 3 of the 1986 NHL draft by the previous season’s Stanley Cup Champions. The Oilers with talent aplenty, hence Ron knew his... The post Ron Shudra Podcast Interview – Episode S1E03 appeared first on Old Time Hockey UK.
10/16/201447 minutes, 58 seconds
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Marc Twaite Podcast Interview – Episode S1E02

Marc Twaite Interview. Marc was a product of the excellent Nottingham Junior Hockey system. He started with the Tiger Cubs at just 7 years of age and progressing through the Nottingham junior ranks. At the age of 15  Marc was called up into the senior squad, the Nottingham Panthers Marc reveals how Nottingham Panthers famous... The post Marc Twaite Podcast Interview – Episode S1E02 appeared first on Old Time Hockey UK.
10/15/201427 minutes, 32 seconds
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Old Time Hockey UK Podcast Introduction – Episode S1E01

Welcome to episode S1E01 – Introduction. In this introduction I explain that this show is about the emotion and passion that every hockey game has. For the fans who turn up week in, week out cheering on their team through both good and bad times. I’m Ken Abbott, I’ve been an Ice hockey fan for... The post Old Time Hockey UK Podcast Introduction – Episode S1E01 appeared first on Old Time Hockey UK.
9/30/20146 minutes, 8 seconds