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Sam Cheema Live with Watty from Stockholm

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EP 409 - Facebook Live 13/09/2026

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We're Back Baby! Live Episode 03/09/2026

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Watty is joined by producer Graham for the second Off Season Facebook Live of the 2026/2027 season!

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This episode, we’re joined by Solway IHC General Manager Jamie Thomson to talk all things hockey, from running a club behind the scenes to the challenges and opportunities facing them. A great conversation with one of British hockey’s most passionate and influential figures. Tune in now! 

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Watty is joined by producer Graham for the first Off Season Facebook Live of the 2026/2027 season!

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Adam Greener Memorial game, Friday 1st May, Slough ice rink. Face off 7pm - Doors open at 6.30pm and Tickets are only £5

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4000 and counting FACEBOOK Live to discuss: Cardiff Devils EIHL, Leeds Knights NIHL, Blackburn Hawks NIHL 1, Dundee Rockets SNL, EIHL Awards, Another rink in jeopardy! Coventry weekend roundup, is it time for a shake up with GB juniors? The refs deserve more funding and support! GB senior team injury call ups! Players on the move already. Might even chuck in some rumours & NHL players head to Scotland

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Plenty of reactions to the Planet Ice statement and the Manchester Storm heading to the AO arena.

Plus all the other UK hockey news!

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Watty is joined by Mark for our SNL POFW 2026 Preview.

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Watty is joined by Mark for our EIHL POFW 2026 Preview.

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This is a rare PG episode! All youth hockey players in the UK should be watching this.
Lots of super interesting talk in this episode. From development to Pathways
from Europe to North America, Practice and games, we cover it all!

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Watty is joined by Mark for our NIHL POFW 2026 Preview.

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Together as one! As the merger vote date moves ever closer, we took the opportunity to sit down with Scottish Ice hockey chairman John Colley to discuss the proposed merger and all things hockey north of the border!

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On This Episode Watty is joined by Mr 900 himself Scott Mckenzie 

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IHUK CEO Henry Staelens on 4000 and counting for the second time. This time our focus is on the merger and the growth of the game within the UK

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🎙️ Fife Flyers Head Coach Jamie Russell stopped by the show — and we covered everything!

🏒 From his playing career to 20 years coaching NCAA hockey, Jamie shares stories, lessons, and a behind-the-scenes look into the world of elite hockey.

🎓 We also dive into his prep school coaching days — including what it really costs to send your kid to a top hockey prep school.

🌍 Then we go global: his time in the ECHL, a stint in Slovakia, and that trophy-winning season in the Alps League in Italy last year 🏆🇮🇹

💡 Finally, we break down how the Flyers can turn their season around — and what needs to change to start finding the back of the net more often.

🔥 This one’s packed with insight, stories, and passion from one of hockey’s most experienced minds.

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🎙️ Hockey fans, this one’s for you! 🏒🔥

Author Kirk McKnight stopped by the 4000 and Counting Podcast to chat about his incredible book —
The Voices of Hockey: Broadcasters Reflect on the Fastest Game on Earth 🎧📖

It’s a front-row seat to the stories behind the mic — from rinks across North America, told by the voices who bring every slapshot, save, and goal to life.


💥 GIVEAWAY TIME! 💥
We’re giving away 3 FREE audiobooks of The Voices of Hockey!
Here’s how to enter:
1️⃣ Subscribe to our Facebook page 
2️⃣ Drop a 🏒 emoji in the comments of the episode on the subscribers page
That’s it! Three lucky winners will be picked this Friday!

Tag a hockey buddy who never misses a game and spread the word! 🥅🙌

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🚨 UK Hockey Mayhem: Expert Breakdown with Dr. Victoria Silverwood! 🏒💥

She’s back! 🎙️ Dr. Victoria Silverwood joins the 4000 & Counting Podcast once again to lend her expert insight on all the craziness shaking up UK hockey over the past couple of weeks.

We dig into it ALL 👇
⚔️ Stick-swinging incidents
💢 Cross-checks & near misses
⚖️ The criminal side of it all — and what it means for the future of the game
🕵️‍♀️ How bans were handled by each governing body 
🚑 The rise of cheapshots and what it could mean for player insurance 
👊We discuss the need for fighting in the game and breakdown the unwilling combatant and instigator rules.

This one pulls no punches — a must-watch for every UK hockey fan, player, and coach who cares about where the game goes next. 🧊


🎯 Let us know your thoughts on this episode in the comments

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2 of Blackburn Hawks new boys jumped on the pod for an awesome chat with Watty. Charlie Thompson and Tom Barry

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In this special Facebook Live edition of The Watty Show, Watty takes questions from fans and dives into a packed rundown of the latest hockey happenings. He recaps the weekend’s action, celebrates the Bison’s electric home opener, and reflects on Nell’s retirement and Hoog’s well-deserved honour. Watty also discusses the Giants’ journey in the CHL, shares insights on Mitchell Heard and Jack Brammar, and breaks down the recent bans handed out during road trips. Plus, he previews the upcoming charity game on the 26th, highlights the Christmas Toy Drive, and covers plenty more surprises and stories from around the league. It’s a lively, informative, and heartfelt episode you won’t want to miss.

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Guildford Flames Assistant coach Andy Hemmings joined Watty for a great chat. We discuss all aspects of the coaching role, we delve deep into the Guildford Flames line up. 
We chat about how the Flames are going to turn around their early season form.

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Tyler Perre Joined Watty for an awesome chat.

We discussed his battles with cancer, import goalies in the NIHL and the GB goalie situation!

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On this facebook Live with Watty, We discuss Devils vs Storm, Phantoms 2 vs Huskies, 16 Year Old Netminder Debut, Kaprizov $136M and much more!

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Blackburn Hawks head coach Dom Osman joined Watty and producer Graham for a brilliant chat about the NIHL 1 and the wider UK hockey scene.

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Dundee Stars - Head of Hockey Operations Marc LeFebvre joined for an interview depth chat. 

Dundee are in great hands with this bug time beauty.

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Episode 379 Watty and producer Graham talk about some of the things going on around the world of hockey during the offseason.

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Episode 378 Watty and producer Graham talk about some of the things going on around the world of hockey during the offseason. 

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Episode 377 Watty and producer Graham talk about some of the things going on around the world of hockey during the offseason. 

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Episode 376 Watty and producer Graham talk about some of the things going on around the world of hockey during the offseason. 

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On episode 375 Watty and producer Graham remember and pay tribute to Gary Kelly.

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On this first part offseason Facebook live episode, Watty and Graham discuss the current Elite League rosters in-depth. 

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On this bumper and unplanned offseason Facebook live episode, Watty and Graham discuss the current national league rosters in-depth. 

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So much to chat about! No charges for Petgrave, GB win gold, Berkshire Bee's and Thomo is a Devil.

Plus all the comings and goings from across the leagues.

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It's always a pleasure to catch up with my friend. Ben from Zero Pucks Given

We talk about all things NIHL1 South and look ahead to the Steel City Showdown.

We also get into some of the new ideas Ben has been trialing on the podcast this season.

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EP 371 - EIHL, NIHL, NIHL 1 &2, SNL - Facebook Live Round Up 

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Cardiff Devils legend. Neil Francis joins Watty to discuss the 2025 challenge Cup Final between the hometown Belfast Giants and the travelling Cardiff Devils. 

Two of the top teams in the UK battle it out for the first piece of domestic silverware of the season. 

The Giants currently set top of the league and the Devils have already tasted success this year with their Continental Cup victory. 

who picks up the trophy this evening?

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Live discussion about the March initiative for Adams Angels  and we talk about the Steel City Showdown

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Dundee Stars point scoring machine Spencer Naas joins the 4000 boys on episode 367.

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Glasgow Clan Forward Tyson McLellan joins the 4000 and counting boys for an exciting and informative episode. 

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Nottingham Panthers Captain Sam Herr joins 4000 and counting for a great episode. 

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This was a fun chat with Coventry blaze defenceman Alexander Kuqali. He talks about life on the road in the ECHL. Following in his brother's footsteps across the pond and life with the Coventry Blaze.

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Liz, join the show to discuss the importance of looking after the player's Well-Being and mental health. 
We also look at how these factors affect performance, both positively and negatively. 

Liz works with  the Manchester storm and other players from around the league.

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We are joined by former Belfast Giants Dman Jacob Friend we discuss all things EIHL and also his time in both Europe and North America.

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Watty and Graham jumped on another Facebook live to talk about the latest news around British Ice Hockey. 

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