Icing Pucks

Icing Pucks Podcast
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We, Bex and Ryan, got into ice hockey this year, 2026, and quickly became frustrated with the lack of inclusion and the complicated way many attempt to explain the sport. So we decided we could do better. We'll see (we do have raging ADHD). Join us as we break down the rules of the game, the players, and answer your questions about ice hockey in a fun, judgement free zone, where we won't mansplain concepts to you. 3

  1. 1d ago

    The One WIth Robin Dahlstedt

    We met with Robin to talk about the differences in hockey culture differences between the United States and Sweden. Robin shared with us some hockey pranks as well as some hockey cultural things that we didn't know before. Robin is a trans para hockey player that has to juggle a full time job as well as his hockey career, and who doesn't love that dedication and love for the sport? https://www.instagram.com/robin.dahlstedt/ https://linktr.ee/robin.dahlstedt?utm_source=ig&utm_medium=social&utm_content=link_in_bio&fbclid=PAcGRvZgJleHRuA2FlbQIxMQBzcnRjBmFwcF9pZA85MzY2MTk3NDMzOTI0NTkAAaeJC9Dd2-zSAdYU2bQ8pC_4IGhv1UJOaiAop3PqXEy7tilnWdFZipZag8Q5iA_aem_87iKrHwJ3jYxMkV_doy-DQ

  2. Aug 13

    The One with Gloves Off Seattle

    This week, Bex and Ryan had the pleasure of talking to Patti and Meagan from Gloves Off Seattle. Patti and Meagan break down the PWHL and the differences between the MNHL and the Women's league, and how inclusive and welcoming the PWHL is. They share their hockey journey with us, and the devastating news of the Hillary Knight (Captain America!) trade. We had a blast talking with Patti and Meagan and we hope you love them as much as we love them!!! Don't forget to follow them on Instagram!!

  3. Aug 5

    The One with Mark from Hockey Friends

    TRIGGER WARNING: this episode contains a lot of heavy topics, including references to child grooming. Please police your own content and if you do not have the mental capacity to learn about the toxic culture that can occur in Hockey (including S.A., illegal acts, etc), feel free to skip this episode. We still love you with all our hearts! Bex and Ryan got to sit down with Mark from Hockey Friends for this week's episode. Mark breaks down the culture behind hockey, and how the changes need to start with the youth and the head of the MNHL. We may be a long way out from total inclusion and non-toxic hockey culture, but Mark gives us perspective on how it's already changing and it's going to keep changing. You can follow Mark at his Instagram and on youtube and wherever you get your podcasts!

  4. Jul 29

    The One With the NCWHL

    Today we sat down with Eula Idemoto, the president of the board of the Northern California Women's Hockey League to talk all things NCWHL! If you are in the San Jose area, they have divisions for all stages of hockey players from beginners who have never stepped foot on the ice before all the way to advanced players! Check out their Give Hockey A Try Days, where afterwards you can get hear for a fraction of the cost (all donated), and sign up for their Green Division! The NCWHL also chose to leave USA Hockey in favor of keeping trans women playing in their sport. They are open to ALL women!!! We absolutely LOVE that!! See our Hockey 101: Beginners Welcome!NCWHL InstagramNCWHL FacebookOfficial NCWHL StoreAbout Us - NCWHLGive Hockey a Try DayNorthern California Women’s Hockey League for everything you need to know to get started with the NCWHL!!

  5. Jul 22

    Your First Game! How Exciting!

    To start this week off Bex explains the Points system in the MNHL - both game points and player points. Then Bex shares what it's like going to your first Hockey game - be it a minor league game or a professional game! It's definitely a culture shock if you've never gone before! And don't forget to subscribe and follow us on Instagram, because we have some VERY exciting news to share!!! Stick around, puckettes and pucklings! Because we are getting Special Guests!!! Please forgive Bex (me) if they come off as having White Savior Complex. I did not intend for it to come off like I'm trying to be a savior, but it definitely came across that way. I recognize the racism in America and how dangerous it can be for people of color when things escalate, and as a white female presenting person, it is safer for me to escalate a situation to warrant action by the staff of the arena (especially if it ends with police being called). Black, brown, and indigenous people do not need "saving" or protection from white "saviors". They need allies who are going to stand with them. And sometimes, that includes being the loud squeaky wheel that gets the grease. This is a concept and a situation that I struggle with on a regular basis - where is the line between ally and helpful, and where does "White savior" start? So if it came across as inconsiderate, tone deaf, or anything other than "You are safe with me, I will help however I can", I apologize. That was not my intent, and I try to do my best every day to be better than I was yesterday. I love you all! 3

  6. Jul 15

    Divisions Explained

    This week Ryan breaks down the divisions for the MNHL, and how the PWHL doesn't have divisions yet. There looks to be a lot, but there's not, we promise. There's 32 teams in the MNHL, and half of them are East or Western Conference. These are the two that are going to be facing off in the Stanley Cup finals. One from the East. One from the West. The Divisions are broken down into Atlantic, Metropolitan, Central, and Pacific. This is where you'll get the most rivalries between teams. Teams in the Atlantic division play each other more often than the other divisions, creating more opportunities to create friction between teams. The PWHL doesn't have this problem because they don't have as many teams. With only 6 teams their inaugural year, 8 teams last year, and 12 teams this coming year, the PWHL takes on a more league-wide approach to the Walter Cup finals. As always, if you have questions, comments, concerns, insults, corrections, or just want to yap our ear off, our email and Instagram are always open!

  7. Jul 8

    Get In the Time Out Box - Major Penalties

    And to finish our explanation of penalties, we round out this episode with Major Penalties, that come with a minimum of a 5 minute time out in the no-no box at the boy aquarium or Women's hockey! As always, we aren't experts. Please correct us if we're wrong! We're more than happy to correct ourselves! Hockey Penalties: A Complete Guide to Penalties in Ice Hockey

  8. Jul 1

    Penalties, Penalties, and more Minor Penalties

    Because there's so many penalties in ice hockey, we are separating this into two episodes: minor penalties and major penalties. This week we are tackling minor penalties! Buckle in, because there's A LOT! Also - Bex has dyslexia and brain farts. Please forgive the "he picks up his puck" instead of "picks up his STICK". (In my defense: I work 12 hour 3rd shifts and we tend to record in the mornings after work, forgive me HAHAH)

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We, Bex and Ryan, got into ice hockey this year, 2026, and quickly became frustrated with the lack of inclusion and the complicated way many attempt to explain the sport. So we decided we could do better. We'll see (we do have raging ADHD). Join us as we break down the rules of the game, the players, and answer your questions about ice hockey in a fun, judgement free zone, where we won't mansplain concepts to you. 3

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    Icing Pucks Podcast
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    2026
  • Episodes
    14
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