Enjoying Orange Slices with Jeff & Ian

Ian Bagg
  • 4.8 (18)
  • Hockey
  • Updated Weekly

Two kids grow up in Terrace, B.C. with dreams of playing in the NHL. One of them is drafted by the Detroit Red Wings and the other becomes a comedian and ends up in a hockey movie involving a chimpanzee. This is their podcast discussing all things hockey and maybe a couple other things.

  1. 1d ago

    Enjoying Orange Slices with Jeff & Ian ep#218

    This week on Enjoying Orange Slices with Jeff & Ian 🍊🏒 The Stanley Cup Final starts tonight, and the boys are in full "travel show that talks about hockey" form—fresh off delayed flights, small-town legends, and one of the funniest chirps Bagg's taken in years. Then it's time to lock in: Vegas vs Carolina, how the Canes actually play, what it takes to beat them, and why the first game matters more than people think. In This Episode: Jeff's new background (finally) + a classic travel recap: delays, late nights, and the airport bar crowd that's already drinking at 6am Bellingham / coastal town appreciation and why these places all feel connected Terrace farmer's market run-in with a hometown giant (and the most honest "how are ya?" answer ever) Terrace food legend talk: why Bert's Delicatessen is basically an institution Virgin Cruises / Prince Rupert hype and the "best seafood you've ever had" story making the rounds Stanley Cup Final preview: what Carolina does in waves, what Vegas needs to do in the neutral zone, and why seeing Carolina's style repeatedly is the key Orange Slices Pool update: it's down to the final names—who's still alive and who got punted earlier Shoutouts: the Canadian Tire cashier with the elite deadpan chirp, plus a couple old-school Vegas hockey friends and hometown icons Don't forget to like, comment, and subscribe for your weekly hockey + laughs fix! #HockeyPodcast #EnjoyingOrangeSlices #JeffSharps #IanBagg #NHL #StanleyCupFinal #GoldenKnights #CarolinaHurricanes #HockeyTalk

    42 min

  2. May 28

    Enjoying Orange Slices with Jeff & Ian ep#217

    This week on Enjoying Orange Slices with Jeff & Ian 🍊🏒   The boys are back with playoff vibes, travel banter, and a wild reset in the Vegas–Colorado series that had Sharps trying to process it long after the final horn. From Canadian weather talk to playoff momentum swings, this one's a perfect "late-round hockey + road life" hang.   In This Episode:   Weather check-in: Vegas heat, Terrace still freezing, and why Canadians are basically raised as pilots and boat captains 🌡️✈️ The Vegas comeback in Colorado: how the game flipped, how loud it got, and why it felt like Year 1 energy in T-Mobile 🏟️ "Did Colorado fall apart or did Vegas become unstoppable?" — breaking down what actually changed on the ice Stone returns, the lineup settles, and suddenly everyone's contributing (including some unexpected names) The Saad scratch + why you're not done seeing lineup changes as the playoffs grind on Timing is everything: snakebit scorers, chances vs results, and how fast narratives change in the playoffs   Don't forget to like, comment, and subscribe for your weekly hockey + laughs fix!

    42 min

  3. May 21

    Enjoying Orange Slices with Jeff & Ian ep#216

    The boys kick off with the most accurate take possible on Montreal vs Buffalo: neither team seems interested in ending it, and somehow it's still must-watch. Then Alec Martinez drops in again—fresh off becoming a Jeopardy! answer—before the conversation turns into a great hockey + human-psychology episode: how players handle mistakes, how coaches communicate across generations, and what it's going to take to beat Carolina (especially with all that time off). In This Episode: Montreal vs Buffalo Game 7 vibes: unpredictable swings, goalie swaps, and why it feels "individual" instead of structured Marty's Jeopardy moment: surprise texts, neighbors yelling "Jeopardy guy," and reliving the 2014 Cup-winner goal The mental game for young players: carrying mistakes, building confidence, and the "next shift" reset Coaching that actually works: why communication + people skills matter as much as X's and O's Vegas vs Colorado preview: what each team brings that the other hasn't really seen yet, and why this matchup is a heavyweight clash Favorite goals so far: Marner's between-the-legs moment, McKinnon's prime-time rip, and McNabb's "change-up" shorty Marty's AM Rewind: his breakdown series and why people complaining about free content is hilarious Bonus laughs: warmup horror stories, "AK14," and why some guys are actual liabilities before the puck even drops 😅 Shoutouts: Dylan & Andrew's wedding weekend, plus the HSK crew/BMAC and the broadcast gang ⚠️ Content note: strong language.

    1h 20m

  4. May 14

    Enjoying Orange Slices with Jeff & Ian ep#215

    This week on Enjoying Orange Slices with Jeff & Ian 🍊🏒 The boys are back with a classic mix of playoff talk and road-life nonsense—starting with airline chirps ("Aqua Fresh Virgin America" is back 😂), Emmy's not-a-Ferrari update, and then straight into the postseason: Vancouver staying in the headlines, Montreal finding ways to win even when the stars aren't lighting it up at even strength, Carolina's machine-like run, and why Anaheim is officially showing up to the party and making Vegas sweat. In This Episode: Airline/livery banter + the "Virgin Refresh" throwback Emmy's dealership report: no Ferrari, family logistics, and the Atlas era begins 🚗 Canucks talk: staying relevant even when they're not playing—and the front office noise around possible hires Montreal's formula: elite goaltending, learning from Tampa, and winning games even without big even-strength production Carolina's dominance: why they feel the same every year… and the stat that puts their start in historic territory Vegas vs Anaheim: Game 5 swing game, and why the Ducks are built to be a problem out West for a long time Anaheim's blueprint: drafting, culture, and adding the right vets (plus the "why not us?" mentality) Colorado vs Minnesota: injuries, minutes overload, and why the Avs look like a different animal when they're healthy (and when Landeskog's in the mix) Show notes + shoutouts: Dylan & Andrew wedding trip, Meg's belated birthday celebration, and a special one for Aunt Connie—"PBHH: prayers, blessings, and holy hugs." ⚠️ Content note: some strong language. #HockeyPodcast #EnjoyingOrangeSlices #JeffSharps #IanBagg #NHL #StanleyCupPlayoffs #GoldenKnights #AnaheimDucks #ColoradoAvalanche #CarolinaHurricanes

    34 min

  5. May 7

    Enjoying Orange Slices with Jeff & Ian ep#214

    This week on Enjoying Orange Slices with Jeff & Ian 🍊🏒 It's Round 2, the league feels wide open, and Bagg is back with Sharps for a wildly entertaining tour through the biggest storylines—starting with Toronto's latest self-inflicted boardroom circus, then bouncing through Montreal's "find-a-way" run, Carolina's relentless pressure, Vegas vs Anaheim, and what Edmonton has to fix right now with McDavid and Draisaitl basically putting the organization on notice. In This Episode: Toronto talk: "steady into the storm," the press conference disaster, and why the new direction feels like it came without a shield Matt Sundin as the bridge: the role, the expectations, and what Toronto actually needs right now Montreal vs Tampa recap: how the Habs won with almost no shots, the "Hagel stop" debate, and why pace matters more than ever Montreal vs Buffalo preview: size, mobility, goaltending, and what Buffalo brings that Tampa didn't Philly vs Carolina: why the Canes are a one-of-one matchup, and what Philly has to do at home to make it a series Anaheim in person: why the Ducks look like a future Pacific monster (and the young pieces that jumped off the ice) Vegas spotlight: why Mitch Marner looks freer and how his vision is starting to click in a new system Edmonton's offseason crossroads: coach/roster dominoes, cap reality, and the "slow down to speed up" idea Colorado vs Minnesota: 15 goals, no safe leads, and why the sport's speed is at a different level now Playoff pool updates + Emmy's Ferrari segment (periwinkle blue or nothing) 🏎️ Shoutouts: Ted + family in Boulder City, and the Axelsons in Terrace for being elite community people ❤️ ⚠️ Content note: some strong language.

    57 min

  6. Apr 30

    Enjoying Orange Slices with Jeff & Ian ep#213

    This week on Enjoying Orange Slices with Jeff & Ian 🍊🏒 Round 1 is officially in full swing, and Jeff and Bagg break down what's stood out so far — the sweeps, the tight games, the overtime details that decide everything, and the weird/funny stuff happening around the rink that only playoff hockey brings. In This Episode: Colorado and Carolina finishing business early — and the "rest vs rust" debate once you're waiting a week to play Edmonton rediscovering their identity: pace, pushback, and why they're a nightmare when they're on Boston vs Buffalo: discipline, goaltending moments, and why overtime becomes a game of line changes + puck management Minnesota vs Dallas: razor-thin margins, Boldy stepping up, and why the Wild might be built for a real run Ottawa in the spotlight: Canadian-market noise, why the story becomes "who's leaving," and why Sanderson is turning into a superstar Montreal vs Tampa: young talent vs veteran "been there" experience (plus the obligatory Corey Perry chirp) Vegas vs Utah: what Utah's building, what Vegas tests you with, and why organizational cohesion matters Playoff pool update with Emi: standings, beard vows, and lessons learned from picking with your heart 😅 A heartfelt tribute to John Garrett ("Cheech") and the voices that make hockey feel like home Don't forget to like, comment, and subscribe — and jump into the Orange Slices playoff pool before Round 1 ends. #HockeyPodcast #EnjoyingOrangeSlices #JeffSharps #IanBagg #NHL #StanleyCupPlayoffs #HockeyTalk #PlayoffPool #JohnGarrett

    39 min

  7. Apr 23

    Enjoying Orange Slices with Jeff & Ian ep#212

    This week on Enjoying Orange Slices with Jeff & Ian 🍊🏒 The playoffs are officially chaos mode, and Jeff & Bagg are locked in. From Buffalo's wild comeback and the Bruins learning the hard way you need a full 60, to the speed of the Vegas/Utah series (and how messy pucks get in neutral ice when everyone's in your grill), the boys break down what's surprised them most in the first wave of games—plus a few classic Orange Slices detours along the way. In This Episode: Buffalo's resilience + why this series has the best uniforms going 🦬🐻 The Kevin Adams conversation: when "your team" starts winning after you're gone—do you get another shot? Jeff's take on Marco Sturm poking the bear before Game 1… and how that might've lit the fuse The pace of playoff hockey: bouncing pucks, rushed decisions, and why it takes a few games to "catch up" to the speed TV/streaming chaos: overtime kicks games to random channels and nobody knows where to find them 📺 TNT vs ESPN: making it an event vs "just a game" Early surprises: Minnesota looking scary, Dallas "gucking it up," and why that series could be a full seven-game slog Philly vs Pittsburgh heat: running out of gas, angry buildings, and why Game 3 is crucial Anaheim vs Edmonton notes + the reverse-hit moment that woke everyone up Orange Slices playoff pool update: still time to join… and yes, the standings are already getting chirped 😅 ⚠️ Content note: strong language.

    47 min

  8. Apr 18

    Enjoying Orange Slices with Jeff & Ian PLAYOFF SPECIAL with Alec Martinez

    Same week, and a new episode of Enjoying Orange Slices with Jeff & Ian 🍊🏒 It's the MOST wonderful time of the year—Stanley Cup Playoffs—and the boys bring in the perfect guest to break it all down: 3-time Cup champ and all-time beauty, Alec Martinez. Between the Gymboree/CVS banter, Marty's "dad life" check-in (cupcakes everywhere), and some incredible behind-the-scenes playoff stories, this one turns into a full playoff primer—with real talk on what actually wins in May and June. In This Episode: • Marty on why you can't "pick one team" to win it all: puck luck, injuries, and a goalie getting hot changes everything • What playoff hockey REALLY feels like: adrenaline, role discipline, and why there's no true way to prepare until you live it • Jeff's all-time pre-playoff "pep talk" story (feat. a red Corvette) • Marty's Kings memories: the moment he realized they had a real shot—and the wild ride from "young and dumb" to lifting the Cup • Full first-round breakdowns, including:   – Pittsburgh vs Philly (chip-on-shoulder chaos)   – Buffalo vs Boston (high-flying vs "Big Bad" discipline)   – Montreal vs Tampa (young firepower vs veteran weight)   – Ottawa vs Carolina (weather the storm early… literally)   – LA vs Colorado (how the Kings can frustrate the Avs' stars)   – Dallas vs Minnesota (two absolute juggernauts)   – Anaheim vs Edmonton (pressure, goalie talk, and why this matters for the Oilers)   – Vegas vs Utah (two buildings that are going to be LOUD) ⚠️ Content note: some strong language. Like, comment, and subscribe for your weekly hockey + laughs fix!

    1h 24m
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Two kids grow up in Terrace, B.C. with dreams of playing in the NHL. One of them is drafted by the Detroit Red Wings and the other becomes a comedian and ends up in a hockey movie involving a chimpanzee. This is their podcast discussing all things hockey and maybe a couple other things.

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