Explore every episode of the podcast Read Between the Blue Lines: A Hockey Podcast
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| Secret Negotiation Conversations | 22 Sep 2025 | 00:54:04 | |
In this week's episode, we are covering some hot topic contract negotiations, primarily covering Luke Hughes' delayed signing with the New Jersey Devils, Kirill Kaprizov's alleged dismissal of a $128M contract from the Minnesota Wild, and the endless possibilities available to Connor McDavid (and the potential stressors involved for the Edmonton Oilers). Follow us on socials and browse our website: linktr.ee/readbtwnhockeypod | |||
| Hockey 101: Class Is In Session | 15 Sep 2025 | 01:13:17 | |
WELCOME BACK!! We're so excited to start Season Two of Read Between the Blue Lines and start talking about hockey again! But before we get too into the weeds here, we figured we'd give everyone a basic rundown of the basics of ice hockey. Whether you're a rookie or a seasoned pro, you might learn something new in this week's episode. Join us over at readbtwnsports.com for the article version of today's episode and for all future articles written about various sports topics. Follow us on social media: linktr.ee/readbtwnhockeypod Intro Background Music: Hard As Steel by Alex-Productions | https://onsound.eu/ Music promoted by https://www.free-stock-music.com Creative Commons / Attribution 3.0 Unported License (CC BY 3.0) https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/deed.en_US | |||
| What *is* a Rivalry? | 25 Jun 2025 | 01:09:26 | |
TRIGGER WARNING: brief mention of suicidal ideation This week, we go on a bit of a heated rant regarding the Florida Panthers and also delve into some books, audiobook narration styles, and Kenz's arachnophobia! Follow us on socials: linktr.ee/readbtwnhockeypod | |||
| The Winner Takes it All | 16 Jun 2025 | 01:03:04 | |
We're getting down to the wire folks! This week, we're chatting about the PWHL Expansion, the collapse of the Oilers in Game 5, and the potential front runners for the Conn Smythe trophy. Follow us on socials: linktr.ee/readbtwnhockeypod | |||
| Homewreckers. | 09 Jun 2025 | 00:49:30 | |
In this week's episode, we're discussing the Stanley Cup Finals so far, the PWHL Expansion Exclusive Signing Window, and our concerns for the New York Sirens. We also chat a bit about tennis and playing sports as kids. Rate, review, and subscribe to the pod <3 Follow us on socials: linktr.ee/readbtwnhockeypod | |||
| Do You Get Deja Vu? | 02 Jun 2025 | 01:32:27 | |
***please rate the podcast while you're here*** Well, do you? The Minnesota Frost are once again your Walter Cup Champions and we're about to see a rematch of last year's Stanley Cup Finals. This week, we're discussing our opinions on the PWHL expansion draft and some thoughts about McDavid and Hall of Fame eligibility. Follow us on socials: linktr.ee/readbtwnhockeypod | |||
| You Don't Know These People! | 26 May 2025 | 01:10:28 | |
Wanna talk about people being parasocial? Well boy do we have the episode for you! Follow us on socials: linktr.ee/readbtwnhockeypod Rate the pod while you're here! | |||
| Can You Even Read the Play? | 19 May 2025 | 01:04:47 | |
Remember how we said this podcast was about hockey AND books? Well, we definitely covered both of those topics in excessive detail today! Tune in for our rants about book covers, home libraries, and, of course, the Stanley Cup Playoffs and player safety. Follow us on socials: linktr.ee/readbtwnhockeypod Hurling Clip: https://youtu.be/I1Vw66Zs0dQ?si=WH25DFAiS-CMkdRf | |||
| History: Made and In the Making | 12 May 2025 | 01:09:55 | |
This week we're discussing a history-making PWHL game, our opinions on the Stanley Cup Playoffs, and more (including our inability to consume media normally). Follow us on socials: linktr.ee/redbtwnhockeypod | |||
| PWHL Playoff Preview: We Want Walter! | 07 May 2025 | 00:22:56 | |
Need a refresher on the PWHL before the playoffs start? Looking to get into women's hockey before the fun begins? This is your one-stop-shop for all the need to know stats before the race for the Walter Cup begins on May 7, 2025! Follow us on socials: linktr.ee/readbtwnhockeypod | |||
| One Down... Three to Go | 05 May 2025 | 00:51:42 | |
With Round One completed, we're giving our thoughts on the matchups moving into Round Two of the Stanley Cup Finals. We're also discussing some PWHL Playoff information and just chit chatting about a whole lot of nothing. Follow us on socials: linktr.ee/readbtwnhockeypod Give our podcast a rating wherever you're listening! (Pretty please) | |||
| It's a Hit! Or Is It? | 28 Apr 2025 | 01:13:13 | |
This week we’re getting into it talking about the officiating inconsistency that’s been glaringly obvious in the NHL Playoffs so far. We’re also reassessing our Round 2 picks now that a few games have been played. Follow us on socials: linktr.ee/readbtwnhockeypod | |||
| The Life of a First Round Draft Pick: A Conversation with Casey O'Brien | 26 Aug 2025 | 01:15:23 | |
It's the last episode of Season One! :( BUT, it's probably the best one yet. This week, we had Casey O'Brien on the pod and we are so excited to share this interview with you!! Thank you for all of your support this season! We'll see you on September 15th for Season Two!! Follow us on socials: linktr.ee/readbtwnhockeypod | |||
| (Not) Our Hot Takes | 21 Apr 2025 | 00:58:04 | |
This week we’re tackling some NHL Playoff hot takes, as provided by you all! We also discuss the playoff structure, women’s and men’s worlds, and some exciting PWHL news! It’s the last day to join our bracket challenge (closes 4/22): https://bracketchallenge.nhl.com/en/leagues/381 League: Read Btwn // Password: rbhkypod Follow us on socials: linktr.ee/readbtwnhockeypod | |||
| Playoff Preview: Beasts in the East | 20 Apr 2025 | 01:04:17 | |
Do you need a refresher on the Eastern Conference before the playoffs? Tune in to see each team’s stats and goaltending matchups… as well as our opinions on who takes it all in the East. And if you need help on the Western side of the league, our last episode dove in on that conference! Join our bracket challenge: https://bracketchallenge.nhl.com/en/leagues/381 League: Read Btwn // Password: rbhkypod Follow us on socials: linktr.ee/readbtwnhockeypod | |||
| Playoff Preview: The Wild West | 19 Apr 2025 | 00:45:26 | |
Do you need a refresher on the Western Conference before the playoffs? Tune in to see each team’s stats and goaltending matchups… as well as our opinions on who takes it all in the West. And if you need help on the Eastern side of the league, our next episode will dive in on that conference! Join our bracket challenge: https://bracketchallenge.nhl.com/en/leagues/381 League: Read Btwn // Password: rbhkypod Follow us on socials: linktr.ee/readbtwnhockeypod | |||
| Off Ice Reviews: Beg, Borrow, or Steal | 14 Apr 2025 | 01:15:50 | |
In this week's episode, we're finally getting to the book part of this podcast with a review of Beg, Borrow, or Steal by Sarah Adams. Adams is an auto-read for both of us and we're excited to share our thoughts on the book with you! SPOILER WARNING for the entire When In Rome series, including When In Rome, Practice Makes Perfect, and Beg, Borrow, or Steal. TRIGGER WARNING: abuse, alcoholism, toxic relationships, grief/major death If yo're only here for the hockey, we'll see you later this week for our playoff previews... but we think this is a fun episode and you should listen anyways! Join our bracket challenge: https://bracketchallenge.nhl.com/en/leagues/381 (League: Read Btwn, password: rbhkypod) Follow us on socials: linktr.ee/readbtwnhockeypod | |||
| The Only Good Thing to Happen on Long Island | 07 Apr 2025 | 01:09:15 | |
Okay, he did it, can we stop talking about it now? No… we spent the whole episode talking about how Gretzky played in a different era, how Matthews could catch up, and how no one will ever beat the points record, but does it really matter? We’re also chatting our predictions for the playoffs and awards this season. Join our playoff bracket: https://bracketchallenge.nhl.com/en/leagues/381 Follow us on socials: linktr.ee/readbtwnhockeypod | |||
| Blame it on the Wild Cards | 31 Mar 2025 | 01:03:53 | |
This week’s episode is … a mess! But join us as we talk about the wildcard race in the East, the NCAA tournament, the goalie problems in the NHL, and much more … including why the Minnesota Wild should seek out a brand deal with CapriSun. Follow us on socials: linktr.ee/readbtwnhockeypod Strength of Schedule: https://www.tankathon.com/nhl/remaining_schedule_strength Playoff Wins: https://moneypuck.com/predictions.htm | |||
| Down the Stretch | 24 Mar 2025 | 01:14:38 | |
Everyone say welcome back to Bre in the comments! We're finally back to our regularly scheduled programming and we have a lot to talk about today. This week, join us as we talk about the NCAA tournaments, the NHL, AHL, and PWHL playoff pushes, and the winners and losers from the NHL trade deadline now that we're a few weeks removed. Follow us on socials: linktr.ee/readbtwnhockeypod Rate, review, and follow us on your podcast platform! Contact us: readbtwnhockeypod@gmail.com | |||
| In Our Hockey Era | 17 Mar 2025 | 00:48:51 | |
This week on Read Btwn, we’re talking about two of our favorite things: hockey and Taylor Swift! We matched up each NHL and PWHL team with a Taylor Swift era… some for profound reasons and others because they just give off that vibe. Which teams belong to which era for you? Follow us on socials (or watch on YouTube): linktr.ee/readbtwnhockeypod Leave a comment and be sure to follow, rate, and review where you’re listening 🫶🏻 | |||
| Read Between the Grid Lines | 10 Mar 2025 | 01:06:15 | |
Welcome back to … wait “Read Between the GRID Lines”??? This week we’re talking all things F1 in preparation for the upcoming season. This pre-recorded episode is going up so Bre can enjoy her time at the Melbourne F1 Grand Prix! Let us know your F1 hot takes in the comments. If you like this podcast: follow, rate, and review! Follow us on socials: linktr.ee/readbtwnhockeypod | |||
| Buy, Buy, Buy (and Sell, Sell, Sell) | 03 Mar 2025 | 01:12:30 | |
This week's episode is all about the NHL trade deadline on March 7th and our opinions on the pressure put on rookie players. Follow us on socials or watch on YouTube: linktr.ee/readbtwnhockeypod We would really appreciate it if you followed us where you're listening and left a review! | |||
| The Summer We Begged for Hockey to Come Back | 19 Aug 2025 | 01:04:04 | |
...so uh, it's a doozy! We're chatting about F1, The Summer I Turned Pretty, astrology, a wee bit of hockey, and giving some book updates! Fill out our feedback form! https://forms.gle/6Km1RhyBRXAp2K6Y8 Follow us on socials: linktr.ee/readbtwnhockeypod Follow @madswithcurls on socials! | |||
| Thursday Night ... Hockey? | 24 Feb 2025 | 00:49:53 | |
This week, we're discussing our final thoughts on the 4 Nations Face-Off tournament and how we think the NHL can continue to capitalize on this momentum. We also chat a bit about the impending trade deadline and the accessibility of hockey streams for fans. Follow us on socials: linktr.ee/readbtwnhockeypod Our episodes will now be available on YouTube as well! Leave us a 🩷 if you're coming from this episode! | |||
| USA vs Canada Preview | 20 Feb 2025 | 00:14:19 | |
A bonus episode before the 4 Nations Finals tonight! | |||
| 4 Nations Showing Off | 18 Feb 2025 | 00:56:14 | |
This week, we're discussing, you guessed it, the 4 Nations Face-Off. Follow us on socials: linktr.ee/readbtwnhockeypod | |||
| An International Valentine | 11 Feb 2025 | 01:02:25 | |
Welcome to our most chaotic episode yet. We talk about the general underwhelming nature of the NHL this season, the 4 Nations Face-Off, and how we would spend an ideal (and fantastical) hockey-themed Valentine’s Day. Follow us on socials:linktr.ee/readbtwnhockeypod | |||
| A Bi-Coastal Shake Up | 04 Feb 2025 | 00:53:21 | |
This week we're discussing all the trades from the last week. From New York to Vancouver to Pittsburgh, it was a BUSY week in the NHL. Follow us on socials: linktr.ee/readbtwnhockeypod | |||
| What Can the NHL Learn from Formula 1? | 27 Jan 2025 | 01:03:26 | |
In this week’s episode, we chat about the Colorado/Carolina trade, ideas for All-Star, our gripe with outdoor games in Florida, and MUCH more. Be sure to rate, review, and follow on the streaming platform you’re listening on! Follow us on socials: linktr.ee/readbtwnhockeypod (Leave a “🩵” comment on our episode post letting us know you came from the episode) | |||
| Who Made These Rules? | 21 Jan 2025 | 01:06:12 | |
In this week's episode, we're talking about the differences between some of the PWHL and NHL rules. Follow us on socials: linktr.ee/readbtwnhockeypod Get stickers here | |||
| It's Just Not That Serious | 14 Jan 2025 | 01:09:53 | |
This week, we’re talking all things PWHL Takeover Tour and then taking a hard left to discuss the vitriol that surrounds hockey rivalries. Follow us on socials: linker.ee/readbtwnhockeypod | |||
| Call It What You Want | 06 Jan 2025 | 00:56:36 | |
Have you also been yelling at your TV because of the officiating in hockey lately? Grab a coffee and listen to Bre & Kenz rant about the current state of rule-following (or bending) that has been occurring recently through all levels of the sport. Follow us on socials: linktr.ee/readbtwnhockeypod | |||
| 2025 Bingo Card Draft | 30 Dec 2024 | 00:56:10 | |
It's the last episode of 2024! This week, we chat a bit about the World Juniors tournament and then a lot about our 2025 bingo card, which maybe also double as our predictions for the year. Find the full BINGO card on our Instagram! Follow us on socials: linktr.ee/readbtwnhockeypod | |||
| Just Peachy in the Offseason | 12 Aug 2025 | 00:49:08 | |
**SPOILERS FOR THE SUMMER I TURNED PRETTY** Sorry we had to take a break--both of us were quite ill. But we're back! And we're discussing some college hockey updates, some potential Taylor Swift news, and, of course, The Summer I Turned Pretty. Please fill out our form: https://forms.gle/n4s6xpDWGs3Y7oxf7 Follow us on socials: linktr.ee/readbtwnhockeypod | |||
| Happy Hockey Holidays | 23 Dec 2024 | 01:15:23 | |
On this week’s episode of Read Between the Blue Lines, Bre and Kenz chat about all of the Rangers drama (again), the excitement around the PWHL, and-in the spirit of the holidays-their naughty and nice lists of the hockey season so far. ***skip to the 21-minute mark if you do not want to hear the Rangers discussion*** Follow us on social media: linktr.ee/readbtwnhockeypod (or @readbtwnhockeypod on Instagram, TikTok, and Threads) Have a happy holiday season! We’ll see you next week <3 Bre & Kenz | |||
| "Hellish" Hot Takes | 17 Dec 2024 | 00:58:57 | |
Can the Devils win the Stanley Cup this season? Who would win the Conn Smythe trophy? Where did all of the goalies go? We answer these questions and more in this week's episode. Follow us on socials: linktr.ee/readbtwnhockeypod ✨ | |||
| Rosters, Rosters, and More Rosters | 09 Dec 2024 | 01:18:42 | |
In this week's episode of Read Between the Blue Lines we discuss what went down between Jacob Trouba and the New York Rangers, the record-breaking Igor Shesterkin contract, and our opinions on the Four Nations Faceoff rosters. Be sure to rate and follow! And give us a follow on socials: linktr.ee/readbtwnhockeypod | |||
| Puck Drop on the Podcast | 03 Dec 2024 | 01:09:52 | |
Welcome to Read Between the Blue Lines! We're so happy to have you here. This is primarily a hockey podcast with some discussion of books laced in. This week, meet your hosts: Bre and Kenz, as we discuss their hockey and non-hockey faves. We also discuss our hot takes about the NHL playoff picture and our predictions for the PWHL season. Be sure to rate and follow! And give us a follow on socials: https://linktr.ee/readbtwnhockeypod | |||
| It's Not Summer Without Shoulder Check | 29 Jul 2025 | 00:59:04 | |
This week, we're recapping our favorite parts of the Shoulder Check Showcase. We're also, of course, discussing The Summer I Turned Pretty. Get Involved with Shoulder Check: https://www.shouldercheck.org/get-involved Follow us on social: linktr.ee/readbtwnhockeypod | |||
| We’ll Always Have Hockey | 22 Jul 2025 | 00:45:33 | |
...We talked about TSITP and hockey... kinda? Come meet us at the Shoulder Check Showcase? https://cbo.io/app/public/bidapp/2025showcase Follow us on socials: linktr.ee/readbtwnhockeypod | |||
| Is Jack Hughes Team Conrad? | 15 Jul 2025 | 00:58:32 | |
It's another tangent-filled episode to continue our off-season chaos! We primarily chat about The Summer I Turned Pretty, so spoilers for the books and the show. Buy tickets to the Shoulder Check Showcase: https://cbo.io/app/public/bidapp/2025showcase Follow us on socials: linktr.ee/readbtwnhockeypod | |||
| Off Ice Reviews: The Windy City Series | 07 Jul 2025 | 02:10:07 | |
Our longest episode yet? Liz Tomforde deserves that for her work in these books. This week we're covering all five books in the Windy City Series, so spoiler alert! This podcast will cover mature topics. Follow us on socials: linktr.ee/readbtwnhockeypod | |||
| What's on Tap? | 30 Jun 2025 | 01:03:55 | |
This week we're discussing our thoughts on the NHL Entry Draft! Leave us a comment and let us know your hot takes... Warning, Mackenzie curses a lot in this one Follow us on socials: linktr.ee/readbtwnhockeypod | |||
| One's Got Points and the Other One Dies | 03 Oct 2025 | 01:23:53 | |
This week, we're chatting about what the NHL's Eastern Conference looks like before the season kicks off on October 7. We're giving you a quick (or not so quick) look into the 16 teams in the Atlantic and Metro Divisions, if you needed a little refresher. Follow us on socials: linktr.ee/readbtwnhockeypod Visit our site: readbtwnsports.com | |||