Never Far from Home

Vladan Chase - Never Far from Home
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NFFH uses story-telling to examine the community of hockey, nationwide. Each episode will have an interviewee that fields questions from the host, Vladan Chase. Some content is explicit, just as life sometimes is.

  1. Never Far from Home Ep. 314 - Bellingham Born

    JAN 30

    Never Far from Home Ep. 314 - Bellingham Born

    Allison Reeb joins the podcast, and we dive into family, tales of igniting passions on the rink, and also hop into some motocross. Of course we hit on some stories within a timeline exploration, and it doesn't disappoint. From youth hockey in Bellingham, to girls hockey in Seattle *sort of*, to college hockey, Allison just wanted to keep playing. Enjoy an episode filled with reflection, family, and passion! https://www.beautyunis.com/ https://www.thegardensicehouse.com/ https://summitcustomsticks.com/ https://43degreesports.com/

    1h 34m
  2. Never Far from Home Ep. 313 - Is that your banner?

    JAN 24

    Never Far from Home Ep. 313 - Is that your banner?

    Eric Feiro joins the podcast and we quickly realized this would be a two-part episode. In this first piece, we dive into some stories about his competitive days, and how he was born into competition with a rich sporting history in his family. He talks about his mom and dad, and his sister. We hit on some stories throughout his career, and we set up the second stanza. Enjoy a wonderful episode featuring one of Never Far from Home's biggest fans. https://www.beautyunis.com/ https://www.thegardensicehouse.com/ https://summitcustomsticks.com/ https://43degreesports.com/

    1h 11m
  3. Never Far from Home Ep. 312 - Born to be a goalie

    12/05/2025

    Never Far from Home Ep. 312 - Born to be a goalie

    Owen Brown joins the podcast and we dive into stories from his start at Sweet's Corner, through his time in the big cities, and how he ended up a dual citizen living in the PNW. Enjoy tales of a man who was born to be a goalie, allowing his older brother the luxury of "practice". Family is a big emphasis as well, throughout the time on the podcast, and we explore his in depth. I hope you find as much in this as I did!

    1h 14m
  4. Never Far from Home Ep. 311 - Passion and Perseverance

    11/20/2025

    Never Far from Home Ep. 311 - Passion and Perseverance

    Erik Ruud joins the podcast and we dive into a tale filled with hockey, heartbreak, and perseverance. Affectionately known as "Ruudy" in the locker room, you will find talks on decisions for junior hockey, a slight hiatus from the game, and a man who fell back in love with it with game in a new light with his youngest taking it up. I hope you enjoy this one as much as I did! https://www.beautyunis.com/ https://www.thegardensicehouse.com/ https://summitcustomsticks.com/ https://43degreesports.com/

    1h 14m
  5. Never Far from Home Ep. 310 - Your mess becomes your message

    11/13/2025

    Never Far from Home Ep. 310 - Your mess becomes your message

    Bailey Bennett joins the podcast, and we explore her tales. As the youngest of four, with all three older siblings being brothers who played hockey, there was little doubt she would end up at the rink. We talk about her early years, the aspects of the game she loved, the impact her love of her family had on her, and of course we chat about some stories from her days playing. Bailey fulfilled her dream, and played collegiate hockey. Enjoy some tales from a gal who is still playing today, and has found herself on a professional women's roller team! https://www.beautyunis.com/ https://www.thegardensicehouse.com/ https://summitcustomsticks.com/ https://43degreesports.com/

    1h 21m
  6. Never Far from Home Ep. 309 - A Rollerboat Community

    04/28/2025

    Never Far from Home Ep. 309 - A Rollerboat Community

    Bill McCoy joins the podcast after discussion about having him on for over two years. We dive into his St. Louis roots, explore a timeline that includes multiple stops in Texas, and find out how it was that his life changed in one week in November. We also explore another life-changing event, the loss of half his vision. Bill is a constant source of joy in the Yampa Valley, and we make deep dives into why it is he has fallen in love with the rink community so hard. Enjoy! https://www.beautyunis.com/ https://www.thegardensicehouse.com/ https://summitcustomsticks.com/ https://43degreesports.com/

    1h 25m
  7. Never Far from Home Ep. 308 - The Dadcast

    04/14/2025

    Never Far from Home Ep. 308 - The Dadcast

    Cade Bangs joins the show after we had gone back and forth trying to get him on for a while. He tells a great tale of falling in love with the game he continues to play to this day. He began his hockey in Craig, and played competitively through his high school days. While competitive hockey was done, at that point, he continues to partake in the game as a player in local leagues, and as a huge Avs fan. We also dive into the life side of Mr. Bangs, including a great rendition of how he found his now wife. Enjoy another wonderful episode! https://www.beautyunis.com/ - Tell them I sent you to receive 10% off your first team order! https://www.thegardensicehouse.com/ https://summitcustomsticks.com/ https://43degreesports.com/ - Use the code "Home" at checkout to receive free shipping!

    1h 46m
  8. Never Far from Home Ep. 307 - Becoming a Captain

    04/07/2025

    Never Far from Home Ep. 307 - Becoming a Captain

    Casey Nolan joins the show after being a big fan for most of the duration of Never Far from Home. He tells tales setting the scene for his move to Steamboat, from Maine. His soccer background helped with his transition to the game of hockey, though he didn't start playing until his mid-thirties. He talks about a few of his favorite beer league memories, and of course we speak on the unique culture surrounding the game of hockey, the locker room, and the general bond shared even in the adult ranks. Enjoy a tale filled with passion for our game! https://www.beautyunis.com/ - Tell Casey I sent you to receive 10% off your first team order! https://www.thegardensicehouse.com/ https://summitcustomsticks.com/ https://43degreesports.com/ - Use the code "home" at checkout for free shipping in the US and Canada!

    1h 8m
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NFFH uses story-telling to examine the community of hockey, nationwide. Each episode will have an interviewee that fields questions from the host, Vladan Chase. Some content is explicit, just as life sometimes is.

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  • Creator
    Vladan Chase - Never Far from Home
  • Years Active
    2020 - 2026
  • Episodes
    313
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Copyright
    © Copyright as of production date
  • Show Website
    Never Far from Home