The Block Party

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Greg Wolf and Braydon Coburn host the Block Party, presented by Jai Alai IPA, to talk Tampa Bay Lightning Hockey, the NHL and life in general with great guests from all aspects of hockey. New episodes drop every Wednesday during hockey season.

  1. 3d ago

    Jeff Vinik Unfiltered: Building a Championship Franchise, Transforming Tampa, and What's Next for the Lightning

    On this special live edition of Block Party, hosts Greg Wolf and Braydon Coburn welcome one of the most influential figures in Tampa Bay sports history, Jeff Vinik, Owner and Chairman of the Tampa Bay Lightning, for an unforgettable conversation in front of a live audience. Jeff opens up about his recovery from a serious snowmobiling accident in Norway, reflects on the journey from purchasing the Lightning in 2010 to building a perennial Stanley Cup contender, and shares behind-the-scenes stories about bringing Steve Yzerman, Todd Leiweke, and championship culture to Tampa. The conversation also dives into Water Street Tampa, the Lightning Community Heroes program, the organization's future under partners Doug Ostrover and Mark Lipschultz, memorable Stanley Cup celebrations, favorite hockey stories, music, philanthropy, and why Tampa Bay has become one of the NHL's premier destinations. Plus, Jeff shares candid thoughts on leadership, ownership, community impact, and what excites him most about the next era of Lightning hockey. Whether you're a lifelong Bolts fan or interested in leadership, business, and building a winning culture, this is an episode you won't want to miss. ⚡ Topics Include: Jeff Vinik's snowmobiling accident and recovery The evolution of the Tampa Bay Lightning Hiring Steve Yzerman and Todd Leiweke Water Street Tampa and downtown development Lightning Community Heroes and philanthropy Stanley Cup memories and celebrations The future of the Lightning organization Young players to watch this season Leadership lessons and ownership philosophy Green Day, hockey, and favorite personal stories #TampaBayLightning #JeffVinik #BlockPartyPodcast #NHL #HockeyPodcast #BoltsNation #TampaBay #LightningCommunityHeroes #WaterStreetTampa #StanleyCup #RyanCallahan #GregWolf #TampaSports #SportsBusiness #Leadership See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

  2. May 8

    Julien BriseBois on the Lightning's Season, Young Players Making an Impact & Looking Ahead to Next Season

    On this week’s Block Party podcast, presented by Jai Alai IPA, Greg Wolf and Braydon Coburn are joined by Tampa Bay Lightning General Manager Julien BriseBois to discuss the team’s outlook moving forward after a 4th straight exit in the first round, some of the young players making an impact, the Bolts identity, The Syracuse Crunch’s season and his Olympics experience in Milan.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

  3. Apr 30

    Ryan Winn on His Sister's Olympic Gold Medal, The New 'Kick Ice' Show & His Love of Jorts

    On this week’s Block Party podcast, presented by Jai Alai IPA, Greg Wolf and Pat Maroon are joined by hockey influencer Ryan Winn to discuss his hockey background, cheering on his sister as she won a Gold Medal in the Olympics, how viral moments shape sports content, his new Kick Ice show collaboration with the Lightning, his love of jorts and more. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

  4. Apr 21

    Kyle Bukauskas on the Playoffs, This Lightning Team and NHL Postseason Awards

    On this week’s Block Party podcast, presented by Jai Alai IPA, Greg Wolf and Braydon Coburn are joined by Sportsnet’s Kyle Bukauskas to discuss his journey to covering the NHL, the playoffs, his thoughts on this Lightning team, the chances Bolts players win postseason awards and more.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

  5. Apr 15

    Oliver Bjorkstrand on Being Traded To Tampa Bay, His Injury Last Season & His Nickname

    On this week’s Block Party podcast, presented by Jai Alai IPA, Greg Wolf and Braydon Coburn are joined by Tampa Bay Lightning forward Oliver Bjorkstrand. They discuss his family history in hockey, being traded to Tampa Bay last season, his compartment syndrome injury last year prior to the playoffs and why he is called ‘The Maestro’See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

  6. Apr 8

    Corey Perry on His Career, Injuries and Why He Wanted To Come Back To The Lightning

    On this week’s Block Party Podcast, presented by Jai Alai IPA, Greg Wolf and Braydon Coburn are joined by Tampa Bay Lightning forward Corey Perry. They discuss his recent injured eye that he got in a fight, his long NHL career, chasing another the Stanley Cup, memorable moments and teammates, why he wanted to come back to Tampa Bay and this season’s outlook as the playoffs approach.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

  7. Apr 2

    Scott Sabourin On Fighting, Defying Stereotypes & Coming To The Lightning

    On this week’s Block Party podcast, presented by Jai Alai IPA, Greg Wolf, Braydon Coburn and Pat Maroon are joined by Tampa Bay Lightning forward Scott Sabourin. They discuss his long journey to the NHL, defying stereotypes, his fighting style, why he likes the Lightning, staying engaged when not on the ice much and our game “Are you an enforcer or an instigator?” See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

  8. Mar 25

    Max Crozier on Lightning's Development Program, Going From College to Pro & Dealing With Injuries

    On this week’s Block Party Podcast, presented by Jai Alai IPA, Greg Wolf and Braydon Coburn are joined by Tampa Bay Lightning defenseman Max Crozier. They discuss dealing with injuries this season, studying the game while rehabbing, being drafted by the Lightning, transitioning from college to pro hockey, the development program in Syracuse and his friendship with Parker Wares.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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Greg Wolf and Braydon Coburn host the Block Party, presented by Jai Alai IPA, to talk Tampa Bay Lightning Hockey, the NHL and life in general with great guests from all aspects of hockey. New episodes drop every Wednesday during hockey season.

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