Lightning Talks

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Welcome to Lightning Talks, the podcast that takes you behind the scenes with lifestack MK Lightning. We're an Ice Hockey club based in Milton Keynes, and this is where you'll hear it all - game reviews breaking down the wins, the losses, and everything in between, plus the players themselves, introduced in their own words. We're bringing you closer to the club than ever before. This is Lightning Talks. Let's get into it.

2d ago

Jordan Cownie: Why three trophies matter more than 100 points | Lightning Talks

Send us Fan Mail Jordan Cownie joins Lightning Talks to discuss his return from injury, staying ready through six weeks out, the culture at MK Lightning and the team success he values above personal points. The hosts look back at Swindon and Peterborough, discuss David Thomson and Liam Stewart, and recognise the travelling support. They then round up the league and cup picture before previewing the Basingstoke double-header, including Mac Howlett’s form, players to watch and the goaltending matchup. CHAPTERS 00:00 Welcome to Lightning Talks 02:26 Swindon review 07:27 David Thomson 16:57 Peterborough review 23:04 Liam Stewart 26:12 Derby fans 29:25 Jordan Cownie returns 32:57 Staying ready through injury 36:42 Trying commentary 38:25 Culture and Pete Russell 43:59 Depth, points and trophies 48:08 What the fans mean 50:52 Trophy memories 53:01 Around the league 56:12 A tight league table 57:35 Cup and playoff permutations 1:01:05 Basingstoke double-header preview 1:02:52 Mac Howlett’s form 1:04:03 Basingstoke players to watch 1:05:58 The goaltending matchup 1:10:54 Closing thoughts and the weekend ahead Watch the full video on LightningTV: https://youtu.be/gayeAgQFX1Y Thanks for listening to Lightning Talks! Lightning Talks is the official podcast of the Milton Keynes Lightning, bringing you closer to the players, coaches and people behind the club. Stay connected with the Lightning: Podcast website: https://podcast.mk-lightning.co.ukOfficial club website: https://www.mk-lightning.co.ukWatch Lightning games live: https://mk-lightning.streamWatch match highlights:https://www.youtube.com/@LightningTVFollow Milton Keynes Lightning on social media for the latest news, match updates and behind-the-scenes content. Enjoyed this episode? Follow the podcast on your favourite platform, leave us a rating or review, and share it with fellow Lightning fans. Lightning Talks is produced by Lightning TV.
Nov 3

Harry Gulliver: The Fan Chant Even He Can’t Explain | Lightning Talks

Send us Fan Mail Harry Gulliver joins Pimmy and Harrison on Lightning Talks to talk about life at Milton Keynes Lightning, the depth in this season’s squad and the fan chant that has people asking him to sell their cars — even though he does not sell cars. Harry also discusses his role on the power play, why he keeps coming back to MK, his dream Lightning power-play unit and the nerve-racking overtime penalty box moment from the playoff semifinal against Leeds. The hosts look back on a four-point weekend: a 10–3 Halloween derby win over Peterborough and a 3–0 shutout in Sheffield. After Harry’s interview, they run through a busy week around the league and look ahead to a challenging weekend against Swindon and Peterborough with several Lightning players away with Great Britain. There is also a look ahead to the Remembrance games and what makes the occasion so important to the club and its supporters. Subscribe to LightningTV for more Lightning Talks, MK Lightning interviews and coverage. CHAPTERS 00:00 Welcome: a four-point weekend for Lightning 01:18 Ten goals in the Halloween derby 14:17 A shutout and a different test in Sheffield 25:30 Harry Gulliver joins Lightning Talks 32:10 Why Milton Keynes feels special 33:00 The fan chant Harry cannot explain 36:39 Harry picks his dream Lightning power play 38:34 The Leeds playoff semifinal and overtime nerves 42:57 Around the league: a busy week of results 50:10 GB call-ups and the Swindon challenge 57:53 Remembrance weekend and Peterborough away Thanks for listening to Lightning Talks! Lightning Talks is the official podcast of the Milton Keynes Lightning, bringing you closer to the players, coaches and people behind the club. Stay connected with the Lightning: Podcast website: https://podcast.mk-lightning.co.ukOfficial club website: https://www.mk-lightning.co.ukWatch Lightning games live: https://mk-lightning.streamWatch match highlights:https://www.youtube.com/@LightningTVFollow Milton Keynes Lightning on social media for the latest news, match updates and behind-the-scenes content. Enjoyed this episode? Follow the podcast on your favourite platform, leave us a rating or review, and share it with fellow Lightning fans. Lightning Talks is produced by Lightning TV.
Oct 27

Milique Martelly: On Pete Russell, Speed and Confidence | Lightning Talks

Send us Fan Mail Milique Martelly joins Harrison Mills and Aaron Viles for a look at life on the MK Lightning blue line. He discusses building confidence, learning from Pete Russell, using speed to defend and his partnership with Archie Hazeldine, as well as the coaches and teammates who have shaped his game. The hosts review Lightning’s 12–1 victory over Bristol Pitbulls, including Carter Hamill’s hat-trick, and the 5–4 shootout defeat at Swindon Wildcats. There is also a roundup of the NIHL National and a preview of the Halloween home derby against Peterborough Phantoms and the trip to Sheffield Steeldogs. Recorded on 26 October 2026. Results, standings and fixture discussion reflect the recording date. Thanks for listening to Lightning Talks! Lightning Talks is the official podcast of the Milton Keynes Lightning, bringing you closer to the players, coaches and people behind the club. Stay connected with the Lightning: Podcast website: https://podcast.mk-lightning.co.ukOfficial club website: https://www.mk-lightning.co.ukWatch Lightning games live: https://mk-lightning.streamWatch match highlights:https://www.youtube.com/@LightningTVFollow Milton Keynes Lightning on social media for the latest news, match updates and behind-the-scenes content. Enjoyed this episode? Follow the podcast on your favourite platform, leave us a rating or review, and share it with fellow Lightning fans. Lightning Talks is produced by Lightning TV.
Oct 20

Hull split weekend: White’s winner and the response ahead | Lightning Talks

Send us Fan Mail A split weekend against Hull gives the hosts plenty to unpack: a 3–1 home win on Saturday followed by a 5–1 defeat away on Sunday. They revisit special teams, Jarred White’s winning goal, Hull’s pressure and the video-review debate, before rounding up the league and looking ahead to Swindon and Bristol. A hosts-only edition of Lightning Talks, recorded on 19 October 2026. PODCAST AUDIO CHAPTERS 00:00 Intro 00:16 Welcome 01:33 Saturday review 07:16 Special teams 08:41 Jarred White’s winner 12:17 Sunday away 14:50 Video reviews 22:19 Hull pressure and lessons 28:36 League roundup 41:40 Swindon preview 48:45 Bristol preview 53:26 League fixtures 01:01:03 Closing Thanks for listening to Lightning Talks! Lightning Talks is the official podcast of the Milton Keynes Lightning, bringing you closer to the players, coaches and people behind the club. Stay connected with the Lightning: Podcast website: https://podcast.mk-lightning.co.ukOfficial club website: https://www.mk-lightning.co.ukWatch Lightning games live: https://mk-lightning.streamWatch match highlights:https://www.youtube.com/@LightningTVFollow Milton Keynes Lightning on social media for the latest news, match updates and behind-the-scenes content. Enjoyed this episode? Follow the podcast on your favourite platform, leave us a rating or review, and share it with fellow Lightning fans. Lightning Talks is produced by Lightning TV.
Oct 13

lifestack: More Than a Name on the Shirt | Lightning Talks

Send us Fan Mail lifestack co-founders Steven Bianchi and Claire Alvis join Tom Roberts to talk about the people and ideas behind Milton Keynes Lightning’s title partnership. Steven looks back on growing up with hockey in Guelph, his connection to Milton Keynes and a wedding day that included photos on a Zamboni. Claire shares her first experience of watching Lightning and explains why lifestack helps business owners build companies that give them their time back. They discuss the pressures of being the person every decision runs through, the “owner’s tax”, and why the partnership is about contributing to the club’s players, volunteers, supporters and wider community. There is also more on the lifestack Business Club and The Owner’s Night Off, giving local business owners a chance to switch off and enjoy a night at the rink. Plus, Harrison and Pimmy review Lightning’s 7–3 win over Sheffield Steeldogs and 3–2 shootout defeat in Romford, round up the NIHL National League and preview the home-and-away double-header against Hull Seahawks. Thanks for listening to Lightning Talks! Lightning Talks is the official podcast of the Milton Keynes Lightning, bringing you closer to the players, coaches and people behind the club. Stay connected with the Lightning: Podcast website: https://podcast.mk-lightning.co.ukOfficial club website: https://www.mk-lightning.co.ukWatch Lightning games live: https://mk-lightning.streamWatch match highlights:https://www.youtube.com/@LightningTVFollow Milton Keynes Lightning on social media for the latest news, match updates and behind-the-scenes content. Enjoyed this episode? Follow the podcast on your favourite platform, leave us a rating or review, and share it with fellow Lightning fans. Lightning Talks is produced by Lightning TV.
Oct 6

Carter Hamill: You Have Got to Earn It | Lightning Talks

Send us Fan Mail Carter Hamill joins Chris and Harrison after another perfect four-point weekend keeps Milton Keynes Lightning unbeaten at the top of the NIHL National League. We look back at the emphatic 8–2 victory at Leeds Knights and the hard-fought 5–4 win over Solway Ice Hockey Club before sitting down with Lightning’s #24. Carter discusses his flying start, summer training with Belfast, the lessons from his time at Solway and returning to Milton Keynes under Pete Russell. He also reflects on junior coaching, Belfast’s hockey community, his long-term ambitions and the travel and changing routines behind a two-way deal. Plus, Carter reveals who started Lightning’s post-game dance competition, while Chris and Harrison round up the league and preview Country Night against Sheffield Steeldogs and the trip to Romford Raiders. Thanks for listening to Lightning Talks! Lightning Talks is the official podcast of the Milton Keynes Lightning, bringing you closer to the players, coaches and people behind the club. Stay connected with the Lightning: Podcast website: https://podcast.mk-lightning.co.ukOfficial club website: https://www.mk-lightning.co.ukWatch Lightning games live: https://mk-lightning.streamWatch match highlights:https://www.youtube.com/@LightningTVFollow Milton Keynes Lightning on social media for the latest news, match updates and behind-the-scenes content. Enjoyed this episode? Follow the podcast on your favourite platform, leave us a rating or review, and share it with fellow Lightning fans. Lightning Talks is produced by Lightning TV.
Sep 29

James Griffin: 12 Seasons, One Lightning Family

Send us Fan Mail James Griffin joins Chris and Harrison following another four-point weekend that keeps Milton Keynes Lightning unbeaten and top of the NIHL National League. We look back at the 4–2 win against Romford Raiders and the 5–3 victory away at Bristol Pitbulls before sitting down with one of Lightning’s longest-serving players. Griff discusses the squad’s chemistry under Pete Russell, the importance of everyone buying into the team’s system, and why there are no easy nights in an increasingly competitive league. Now in his 12th season with Lightning, he reflects on how his game has evolved, why Milton Keynes feels like family, and balancing hockey with work and fatherhood. He also shares an insight into his role behind the scenes, helping shape the club’s branding and digital marketing, and explains why he’s taking his playing future one year at a time. Plus, we round up the weekend’s results across the NIHL National League and preview Lightning’s upcoming trip to Leeds Knights and Sunday’s home clash with Solway. Thanks for listening to Lightning Talks! Lightning Talks is the official podcast of the Milton Keynes Lightning, bringing you closer to the players, coaches and people behind the club. Stay connected with the Lightning: Podcast website: https://podcast.mk-lightning.co.ukOfficial club website: https://www.mk-lightning.co.ukWatch Lightning games live: https://mk-lightning.streamWatch match highlights:https://www.youtube.com/@LightningTVFollow Milton Keynes Lightning on social media for the latest news, match updates and behind-the-scenes content. Enjoyed this episode? Follow the podcast on your favourite platform, leave us a rating or review, and share it with fellow Lightning fans. Lightning Talks is produced by Lightning TV.
Sep 22

Jordan Hedley: Lightning for Life

Send us Fan Mail Jordan Headley joins Chris and Harrison following Milton Keynes Lightning’s perfect four-point opening league weekend. We look back at the 2–1 overtime win against Leeds Knights and the emphatic 6–1 victory away at Telford Tigers before sitting down with Lightning’s #1. Jordan discusses the changes under Pete Russell, his relationship and competition with Jared Whale, balancing hockey with work and family life, and why the development of British netminders remains such an important issue. He also reflects on growing up watching hockey in Milton Keynes, his decade with the Lightning and his desire to spend the rest of his career with the club — before making a special announcement about his upcoming testimonial. Plus, we round up the opening weekend across the NIHL National League and preview Lightning’s upcoming games against Romford Raiders and Bristol Pitbulls. Thanks for listening to Lightning Talks! Lightning Talks is the official podcast of the Milton Keynes Lightning, bringing you closer to the players, coaches and people behind the club. Stay connected with the Lightning: Podcast website: https://podcast.mk-lightning.co.ukOfficial club website: https://www.mk-lightning.co.ukWatch Lightning games live: https://mk-lightning.streamWatch match highlights:https://www.youtube.com/@LightningTVFollow Milton Keynes Lightning on social media for the latest news, match updates and behind-the-scenes content. Enjoyed this episode? Follow the podcast on your favourite platform, leave us a rating or review, and share it with fellow Lightning fans. Lightning Talks is produced by Lightning TV.

Welcome to Lightning Talks, the podcast that takes you behind the scenes with lifestack MK Lightning. We're an Ice Hockey club based in Milton Keynes, and this is where you'll hear it all - game reviews breaking down the wins, the losses, and everything in between, plus the players themselves, introduced in their own words. We're bringing you closer to the club than ever before. This is Lightning Talks. Let's get into it.

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2026
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