Up My Hockey with Jason Podollan

Jason Podollan
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Up My Hockey is a podcast that pulls back the curtain on how to make a career out of hockey and the high performance habits required. Your host, ex-NHL'er and mindset coach, Jason Podollan, has candid conversations with NHL players, coaches, scouts, and agents, about the hockey journey and living your dream. If you are an aspiring hockey player, a hockey parent, or a hockey fan who wants to hear the inside scoop, this podcast is for you.

  1. EP. 169 - Nick Kypreos On Resilience, Role Players, And Canada’s Hockey Identity

    JAN 14

    EP. 169 - Nick Kypreos On Resilience, Role Players, And Canada’s Hockey Identity

    Send us a text We sit down with Nick Kypreos to trace a path from a career-ending concussion to a 25-year run in broadcasting, unpacking what resilience looks like when you feel unready and afraid. Along the way we debate Canada’s modern hockey identity, Olympic roster choices, and why competitive edge still wins in the spring. • resilience after a concussion and job loss • early broadcast failures, nerves, and growth • finding your lane as a glue guy • trust, consistency, and people skills in teams • media access, distractions, and focus • playoff style: why heavy, old-school hockey still wins • Sam Bennett’s value and Olympic snubs • best players versus best team roster building • Canada’s identity and hunger in junior pathways • McDavid’s professionalism and sustainability If you're somebody out there that hasn't rated the show, and if you're an Apple iPhone user and use the App Store or Apple Podcasts, by all means get out there and and and send a review Get on the UMH68 watch list at UpmyHockey.com under the UMH68 section Use code UMH2026 at AYCANE.com for a discount on cut-resistant base layers

    59 min
  2. EP. 168 - Mike Guentzel - Inside The War Room: Pro Scouting, Trades, And Building Utah’s Future

    12/16/2025

    EP. 168 - Mike Guentzel - Inside The War Room: Pro Scouting, Trades, And Building Utah’s Future

    Send us a text We dig into the craft of pro scouting with Mike Gensel, from how Utah builds a contender to why second effort and playoff habits separate prospects from producers. Jake Guentzel’s evolution from pass-first center to elite net-front finisher becomes a blueprint for players, coaches and parents. • pro vs amateur scouting roles and objectives • trade valuation, cap pressure and fair-deal philosophy • Utah’s move, facilities and culture shift • rebuild strategy, targeted adds and roster fit • projecting AHL to NHL roles and usage • playoff hockey as a different skill demand • Jake Guentzel’s mindset shift and scoring identity • development paths across NCAA, CHL and Europe • due diligence, late bloomers and context • parenting athletes with standards not control • Utah’s needs: skill with second and third effort

    1h 15m
  3. EP. 167 - Andy Delmore - Chicago Blackhawks Player Development Caoch - Inside The Mind of A Pro Hockey Developer

    12/02/2025

    EP. 167 - Andy Delmore - Chicago Blackhawks Player Development Caoch - Inside The Mind of A Pro Hockey Developer

    Send us a text We unpack how prospects actually turn pro with Chicago Blackhawks development coach Andy Delmore. Trust, wall play, role clarity, and coachability anchor a candid look at modern NHL demands and how small habits unlock big careers. • building trust so hard truths land • identifying two to three core habits per player • wall play mechanics and pre-scan timing • using NHL comparables to teach with video • coachability, processing speed, and failure at pace • role identity beyond points and PP time • PK as an entry point to minutes and value • NHL trends: low to high, shot quality, activation • pattern recognition and counting numbers • mindset training and team culture benefits Get involved: Go to UpmyHockey.com, check UMH68, find your province, and add your name to the watch list

    1h 12m
  4. EP. 166 - Clint Mylmyok - Head Coach & GM of the Maryland Black Bears - Are You Coaching The Player Or The Person?

    11/18/2025

    EP. 166 - Clint Mylmyok - Head Coach & GM of the Maryland Black Bears - Are You Coaching The Player Or The Person?

    Send us a text We break down how Maryland built a winning NAHL culture, why communication beats perfect systems, and what actually gets players recruited and promoted. Clint shares candid views on parents, leadership, roles, and the real skills that translate to NCAA hockey. • defining the NAHL pathway and USHL movement • player-led culture, standards, and leadership habits • practice design, video literacy, and pattern recognition • non‑negotiables: relentless pace, backcheck legs, team first • communication on the bench and during special teams • recruiting, relationships, and pro‑standard resources • what schools ask: motor, compete, coachability, IQ • aligning parents and players, shared messages • roles over ego, earning trust before creativity • why winning accelerates individual advancement Get over to UpmyHockey.com, go to the UMH68 portion, and see what's available in your province... get your names on the watch list

    1h 43m
  5. EP. 165 - JP Hurlbert - From Texas To The Top Of The WHL

    11/04/2025

    EP. 165 - JP Hurlbert - From Texas To The Top Of The WHL

    Send us a text A candid talk with WHL scoring leader JP Hurlbert on why fun, authenticity, and steady habits beat hype in a draft year. From Texas roots and USNTDP grind to choosing Kamloops under the new CHL rule, he lays out a practical blueprint for growth and leadership. • early WHL road life as culture builder • USNTDP selection and training like a pro • choosing Kamloops after the CHL rule change • leadership as authenticity, not a script • draft noise management and daily process • film study beyond highlights for real gains • building a shooter’s identity and skating pop • balancing joy and grind with golf and fishing • comparisons between USHL and WHL pace • mentors, Stankoven’s motor, and paying it forward Check out UMH68 details and watch lists at UpMyHockey.com. For team mindset training: email jason@upmyhockey.com or use the site contact form

    58 min
  6. EP. 164 - Matt O'Dette - A Player Who Makes The Team Great Beats A Great Player

    10/21/2025

    EP. 164 - Matt O'Dette - A Player Who Makes The Team Great Beats A Great Player

    Send us a text We explore how winning culture gets built, why character can beat hype, and how new NCAA rules are changing the WHL. Matt Odette shares hard truths about scouting, tryouts, and what actually earns a roster spot and trust when games get tight. • valuing players who lift the team, not just rack up points • late birthdays and uneven growth shaping scouting calls • draft labels, runways, and real meritocracy • WHL vs NCAA shifts, NIL noise, and retention • 20-year-olds’ changing role and roster planning • advisors’ influence and why fit still matters most • habits training, communication skills, and leadership • playoff resilience, camaraderie, and culture carriers Thank you for listening to this conversation with Matt Odette

    1h 28m
  7. EP. 163 - Reggie Newman - How owning your game, leading with standards, and embracing physicality can still open pro doors

    10/01/2025

    EP. 163 - Reggie Newman - How owning your game, leading with standards, and embracing physicality can still open pro doors

    Send us a text We sit down with Victoria Royals captain Reggie Newman to unpack role clarity, leadership, and the modern edge in a league that still builds pros. From earning a spot at 16 to multiple NHL camps, he shows how physical, honest hockey and repeatable habits create real opportunity. • carving an identity as a 200‑foot power forward • the WHL’s shift in physicality and why heavy hockey still wins • making the team at 16 by finishing every check • rebuilding culture in Victoria after roster changes • choosing loyalty and embracing the captaincy • undrafted path to NHL development and rookie camps • routines for sleep, nutrition, and visualization • measuring a good game beyond points • preparation as physical, mental, and emotional readiness • using coaches and staff, asking better questions • leadership as example, inclusion, and daily standards Support Iron Ghost Construction, BioSteel, and Elite Prospects—partners who help young athletes chase their goals

    1h 14m
  8. EP. 162 - Dennis Maxwell - Top Draft Hockey Advisor - The value of mentorship and proper guidance

    09/16/2025

    EP. 162 - Dennis Maxwell - Top Draft Hockey Advisor - The value of mentorship and proper guidance

    Send us a text Dennis Maxwell, former NHL scout and 14-year pro, shares his journey from player to advisor and reveals the hidden factors that determine hockey success beyond just skill and statistics. We explore the psychological barriers that prevent players from reaching their potential and the importance of role acceptance, growth mindset, and authentic self-development. • Reflecting on career choices and learning to adapt to different coaching styles • Understanding that coaches are primarily focused on winning, not personal vendettas • The importance of accepting your role on a team and finding ways to contribute • How personality types and interpersonal dynamics influence hockey career trajectories • The critical difference between fixed mindset and growth mindset in player development • Why some less skilled players have longer careers than more talented prospects • The value of mentorship and proper guidance in navigating the hockey system • The role of player advisors in protecting young athletes and providing honest feedback • Building credibility as an advisor through honesty and maintaining integrity • How self-reflection and personal development continue even after your playing career If you're interested in speaking with Dennis about player advising, you can reach him at topdrafthockey.com or on Instagram at dennismaxwell_topdrafthockey.

    1h 30m
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Up My Hockey is a podcast that pulls back the curtain on how to make a career out of hockey and the high performance habits required. Your host, ex-NHL'er and mindset coach, Jason Podollan, has candid conversations with NHL players, coaches, scouts, and agents, about the hockey journey and living your dream. If you are an aspiring hockey player, a hockey parent, or a hockey fan who wants to hear the inside scoop, this podcast is for you.

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  • Creator
    Jason Podollan
  • Years Active
    2019 - 2026
  • Episodes
    175
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Copyright
    © 2026 Up My Hockey with Jason Podollan
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