Best Blueline Podcasts (2025)

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Episode 13: This isn't goodbye 1:10:56

1h ago1:10:56

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Well, Summer break is right around the corner and this will sadly be our last episode until the fall. This week we talk about the first handful of games of the NHL Playoffs and how the series are looking. Mak shows Tristyn all the WAG jackets and gives her thoughts and then we talk about the officiating in the playoffs. and of course, we wrap up by…

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Show #288---2025 Stanley Cup Playoffs Round 1 vs Canadiens begins 1:01:30

1h ago1:01:30

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Recorded April 26, 2025 Happy Playoffs! Anna and I recap Games 1-3 of the Caps first round. Yes every gory detail...the good and the bad. And while there was quite a bit of good there was also some bad. Bad that may prove to be quite the obstacle. BUT...we remain optomistic while reminding a certain team that, in professional ice hockey, there are …

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Show #287---Playoffs Here Come the Caps 2025 53:14

2d ago53:14

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Recorded April 20, 2025 Happy Easter! The Mermaid and I bring the curtain down on 2025 regular season for Our Capitals by recapping the final 3 games. One good game, the others......not so much. Curtain up on the chase for the Stanley Cup. A scaled down preview of the playoffs follows. The Caps opponents the Canadiens pose a serious challenge. But …

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Ep. 7: When the Sale Is Closed, the Real Work Begins 34:29

6d ago34:29

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In this episode, Mark Crandall and Bud Heaton discuss how closing a sale is just the beginning of a customer’s journey. They break down why you need a proven process to ensure smooth onboarding and long-lasting client relationships. Discover how customer experiences can be leveraged to create an endless stream of referrals and how content from your…

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Ep. 6: Stop Searching for Clients - Leverage the Ones You Have 16:55

6d ago16:55

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Welcome to the Scale to Sale Podcast! In this episode, Mark Crandall and NOW introducing co-host Bud Heaton dive deep into the often-overlooked strategy of focusing on the clients you already have rather than endlessly chasing new leads. Learn why customer testimonials, referrals, and stories from past clients are the ultimate sales tool, and how t…

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Episode 12: Playoffs are in the air 1:08:19

11d ago1:08:19

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This week we spend the episode previewing the first round of the NHL Playoffs. giving out thoughts and predictions on each round 1 series. Of course as always we wrap the episode up with some Oilers talk as they gear up to take on the LA Kings for the 4th straight year.By Makenzie McLennan, Tristyn Battle

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Show #286---Greatness.....and Grating Play with Special Guest Co-Host Jini Clausen 1:28:48

10d ago1:28:48

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Recorded April 12, 2025 Get comfortable my fellow Caps fans....this is a long one. We begin, Jini and I with a review of Alex OVechkin's record-breaking goal against the Islanders that happened last Sunday. No, we will not break down the actual game. Yes, we will tell you what we believe it means to us. The next segment is dedicated to the only gam…

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Episode 11: Better Late Than Never 57:04

17d ago57:04

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Tristyn returns from the IR due to illness and we talk about the Gr8 chase coming to an end as Ovi breaks the all time goal record. some talk about the playoffs as the regular season comes to a close and in the intermission Mak talks about baseball. of course we wrap it up with some Oilers talkBy Makenzie McLennan, Tristyn Battle

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Show #285---Stumbling Humbly....into Greatness Special Guest starring Jini Clausen 1:19:04

20d ago1:19:04

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Recorded April 5, 2025 The Mermaid and I are joined by Jini Clausen who quickly finds some common roots with Anna. Ever hear a podcast done with a guy and two Bay Area ladies? You're about to..... We go on to recap all four games, two of which were, admittedly, hot garbage for Our Caps. And then came a most epic night of greatness. I don't think I …

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PPP SPECIAL EPSODE 1 for 2025: Witnesses to Washington Capitals History.....Special Guest Starring Pete Fischer and Brian Szabo 39:57

17d ago39:57

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Recorded April 5, 2025 This standalone episode is a conversation between myself and two very good friends of mine: Brian Szabo abnd Pete Fischer. Brian and Pete were in the building and saw the moments when Alex Ovechkin came within one goal, then tied the Great Gretzky's goal record. Hear them describe in their own words, the atmosphere, the elect…

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Episode 10: Double Digits LFG 1:10:21

25d ago1:10:21

1:10:21

We made it to the big 1-0 and this week we break down news from around the NHL and dip into some funny stories from the OHL. Quick talks about the PWHL and of course, we wrap it up with the Edmonton OilersBy Makenzie McLennan, Tristyn Battle

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Show #284---More Games, More Aggravation 43:00

27d ago43:00

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Recorded March 29, 2025 With a quick schedule this week we go over two game--both losses--with out sharp observations in both. Suffice to say with both games there was plenty to be unhappy about. Even with our Caps doing relatively well this season. Our final segment is this month's Young Blueliner's memories. This one takes to the Spring of 1986 w…

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Episode 9: Final Stretch 1:03:14

1M ago1:03:14

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Sorry for the late upload, as explained in the Intro Tristyn had some technical difficulty with yesterdays recording. This week we look at the final stretch of the regular season before the playoffs. Including the wildcard races. The Great 8's Chase of greatness, the PWHL and possible expansion, and of course, the Edmonton Oilers…

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Ep. 5: $5.1M Sales Contract Organic Playbook Pt. 2 33:21

1M ago33:21

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Episode 5: $5.1M Sales Contract Organic Playbook Pt. 2 In this episode of the Scale to Sale Podcast, Mark Crandall uncovers the three essential pillars for scaling your business: Capacity Evaluation, Overcoming the Humility Block, and Training Leaders to Take Over Operations. From assessing your communication flow and marketing spend to recognizing…

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Ep. 4: $5.1M Sales Contract Organic Playbook Pt.1 36:35

1M ago36:35

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Episode 4: $5.1M Sales Contract Organic Playbook Pt.1 In this episode of the Scale to Sale Podcast, Mark Crandall pulls back the curtain on the organic strategies and operational systems that led to securing a $5.1M sales contract. This is Part 1 of a two-part series where Mark shares the proven playbook for building scalable systems, empowering le…

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Show #283---Caps Clinch Playoffs, Blueliner Clenches Fist 1:03:07

1M ago1:03:07

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Recorded March 23, 2025 Three games. Three wins. And at the end of it all, an earned playoff berth. Earned by a team playing for one another. A team (and their fans) who endured a ton of disrespect. Disrespect that has been heaped on by know-nothing fans and so-called journalists with an agenda. We've been collecting receipts.... It's payback time.…

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Episode 8: Hot Mess 1:11:04

1M ago1:11:04

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Hey, good to see you. This week we've added video to our show, and despite being tossed out of the studio, camera malfunctions and more, we did it. We take a look at the Wild Card races in the east and west, the possible return of Landeskog, PWHL power rankings and the Oilers recent 3 game winning streak.…

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Show #282---Caps Come Back From Cali '25 48:28

1M ago48:28

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Recorded March 16, 2025 The Mermaid is back and she tells us all about her birthday trip to the Turks and Caicos islands to begin the episode. We go on to talk about the three games played in California....the two wins and the one frustrating loss. And a bit of a telling statistic. But not unlike a certain disease, if caught early enough, it can be…

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Show #281---Caps are Still Coming with Special Guest Co-host Jini Clausen 1:23:24

2M ago1:23:24

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Recorded March 9. 2025 Jini CLausen joins us again to go over four Caps wins in another glorious week of hockey for the League's most hated team. Speaking of which. we begin this week's episode with an answer for our haters. After the recaps--including a game attended by your podcasters--- we go over the activity during the Trade deadline that brou…

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Episode 7: TRADE DEADLINE SPECIAL!!!!! 1:21:19

2M ago1:21:19

1:21:19

Tristyn and Mak break down the NHL trade deadline right after the final buzzer went on making trades. a quick NAIT Sports update and of course we talk about the Edmonton Oilers and their play as of late.By Makenzie McLennan, Tristyn Battle

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Show #280---O is for Ovi, not 0 Caps wins..... 1:02:04

2M ago1:02:04

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Recorded March 2, 2025 Anna's back for the week after recovering to commisserate regarding an unusually bad week for Our Caps. After our customary recap of all three games, we go over some potentially unpleasant business concering what may happen with the Gr8 chase. To close, we go over even more potentially depressing (depending on your point of v…

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Episode 6: We're back with a special guest 1:11:50

2M ago1:11:50

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After a week off Tristyn and Mak are joined by a special guest to break down the 4 Nations tournament and the ACAC playoffs. Of course we round it off with a bit of Oilers talk. Disclaimer: Mak was sick so she may sound quieter than normal.By Makenzie McLennan, Tristyn Battle

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Show #279---Back from the Break in a BIG Way!!! 1:06:22

2M ago1:06:22

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Recorded February 23, 2025 First time guest Jini Clausen joins us this week in the Mermaid's absence to go over a GREAT weekend of Caps hockey action! After giving Jini the talk show treatment and finding out her Caps origin story, we get right into the two games where Our Caps kicked ass! With the Trade deadline and other events looming this seaso…

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Episode 5: 4 Nations Preview 1:10:46

2M ago1:10:46

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The 4 Nation Faceoff kicks off tonight as Canada takes on Sweden. So we breakdown the 4 teams in the tournament. Including their rosters, and giving out thoughts on each team. A quick update on a loaded weekend for NAIT Ooks Hockey and then a very quick and way too early Oilers Trade talks.By Makenzie McLennan, Tristyn Battle

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Show #278----Breaking Bad and Good 38:07

3M ago38:07

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Recorded February 9, 2025 On our last episode before this season's break, Anna and I rapidly go over (due to unforseeen time constraints) the previous three games. Two of them follow the same sloppy yet successful pattern if falling behind and yet winning or at least earning a point for the standings. Thinking about tuning in next week? Well you sh…

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Episode 4: Trades, Trades, Trades 1:13:15

3M ago1:13:15

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This week we break down a busy week of trades, not only in the NHL. Tristyn gets heated about NHL rules, and overall we crashout about anything and everythingBy Makenzie McLennan, Tristyn Battle

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Show #277---Our Confounding Caps 57:55

3M ago57:55

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Recorded February 2, 2025 Another new month another new week of Caps hockey. One regulation win. Two overtime losses. Easy enough to count. See where we're going here? No? Listen and find out.....and enjoy while we recap all of the action. #ALLCAPS #SportsOTHP #Sucram'sCapitalsOffTheirChain #JenayaTalksCaps #LockedOnCapitals #TheOfficialCapsChirpPo…

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Episode 3: Blockbuster 1:00:27

3M ago1:00:27

1:00:27

Mak and Tristyn break down the massive Mikko Rantanen trade, talk about the state of the Vancouver Canucks, Ooks men's and women's hockey, and of course the Edmonton Oilers. You don't wanna miss this one!By Makenzie McLennan, Tristyn Battle

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Show #276---Locked On to the Powerplay Point Podcast with Special Guest Co-host Dan Holmi 1:09:31

3M ago1:09:31

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Recorded January 26, 2025 In this very special episode I have the immense pleasure of being joined by Dan Holmi of the Locked On Capitals podcast. We go over the details of the past week with Our Capitals going 2-1 at the beginning of their Western road trip. Listen as Dan and I go back and forth over several important points relative to both the C…

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Episode 2: Fired Up 1:07:15

3M ago1:07:15

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This week we talk about the Seattle Kraken and their ability to pick up players, Taylor Hall and potential landing spots for him, NAIT Ooks hockey and of course the last week for the Edmonton Oilers.By Makenzie McLennan, Tristyn Battle

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Show #275---Out of the Halfway House 43:42

3M ago43:42

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Recorded January 19, 2025 Anna and I discuss the three games/three wins for the Caps this past week. As it was pretty low-event hockey played by them to perfection, this episode will fly by. But of course not without a timely discussion of how to cope during a not-so-dry January. Spoiler alert---there will be complaints about snow. Also the Mermaid…

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Episode 1: Welcome to the Show 1:08:53

3M ago1:08:53

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Welcome to the Show. Get to know the hosts Tristyn and MaKenzie. This week we take a look at the first half of the NHL season and give our biggest surprises, disappointments and leaders for NHL awards. We cap things off with a little Oilers banter. Make sure to like, share, subscribe and follow us on Instagram(@BluelineBanter24) and X(Twitter)(@Bli…

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Show #274--Halfway Home but the Way to Win is Still Long 1:07:55

3M ago1:07:55

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Recorded Jan. 12, 2025 Four games to cover......four games that were, at times, difficult to endure given what we Caps fans have gotten used to. But as they say they road is long and the season is a marathon and not a sprint, Anna and I break down the four games as only we can. We also offer our critique of the team's recent play and what might get…

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Show # 273---New Year, Not so new issues?? 56:45

4M ago56:45

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Recorded Jan 4, 2025 Two games to cover.....and the Mermaid is back from Holiday vacation! We also have a Special surprise guest....identity of whom you will need to listen to find out! We all go through both games (Minnesota and NY Rangers) tackling the issues Our Caps have been having for some time now. #ALLCAPS #SportsOTHP #JenayaTalksCaps #Sucr…

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Show #272---Merry Blue Year? 40:44

4M ago40:44

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Recorded Dec. 31, 2024 Happy Last of 2024! We put the year in the old rear view.....well I do, solo, by recapping the last set of games up to but notincluding today's matinee match against the Bruins. I have something of a bone to pick with how the Caps have been playing despite their continues (overall) success. Listen and make your own judgement.…

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Show #271--Merry Capsmas 2024! 1:27:21

4M ago1:27:21

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Recorded December 22, 2024 Merry Capsmas fellow fans! We begin this.....unique...episode :P with some goings-on in our work lives. I'll just say this---'Tis the season (for some crazy stuff). Then we go into the recap of the on-ice action (3GP 1-2-0). Yeah lots of bad but a kick ass win to end the week against Carolina. Another edition of Story Tim…

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Ep. 3: Buying & Selling Businesses w/ Blueline Ventures Group 35:16

4M ago35:16

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In this episode of the Scale to Sale Podcast it's part two of our special series with Joe Wechsler from Blue Line Ventures. In this episode, we’re shifting gears from the emotional side of selling a business to the strategic world of acquisitions and investing. Mark and Joe dive into how Blue Line Ventures operates its fund and what they look for w…

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Show #270---NHL Week 10 and the Caps are still ROLLING! Special Guest Starring Cheryl Anne Forster 1:17:05

4M ago1:17:05

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Recorded December 15, 2024 Well we're not too far from the Holidays and it's MORE than beginning to feel a lot like Capsmas! C4 fills in for the Mermaid again for this short week (2 games) of Caps on-ice action.Both wins were....unnecessarily exciting in that they were come from behind wins. But we still love it. That said, there's still a lot of p…

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Ep. 2: How I got to a $5.1M Sales Contract w/ Blueline Ventures 19:18

5M ago19:18

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In this special two-part episode, your host Mark Crandall is joined by Joe Wechsler from Blueline Ventures, and today, we’re diving deep into the emotional rollercoaster of selling a business. If you’ve ever wondered what it’s really like to sell your company—what goes on behind the scenes, the emotional ups and downs, the tension of waiting for th…

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Ep. 1: Escaping the Rabbit Hole & a $5.1M Sale Contract 30:18

5M ago30:18

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Welcome to the Scale to Sale Podcast—your VIP pass to scaling your business to the next level! Your host, Mark Crandall, takes you through his exhilarating journey of scaling, selling, and stepping out of the day-to-day grind. From managing multiple trades companies to securing a jaw-dropping $5.1M sale contract, Mark shares the highs, lows, and le…