The official podcast of the Coachella Valley Firebirds.
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From course to culture, an award-winning discussion of the sporting and golf landscape in the Coachella Valley, Palm Springs, SoCal and beyond.
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Fire & Ice Podcast - A Visit with Andrew Poturalski (April 24, 2024)
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With the regular season in the books and the playoffs afoot, join in for this visit with two-time AHL scoring champ and two-time Calder Cup winner, 'Birds' center, Andrew Poturalski.By Judd Spicer
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Fire & Ice Podcast - A Visit with Grant Fuhr (April 4, 2024)
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With the first-place Firebirds winding-down the regular season, get between the audio pipes via this visit with Hockey Hall of Famer and 'Birds' radio & TV analyst, Grant Fuhr.By Judd Spicer
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Fire & Ice Podcast - A Visit with Logan Morrison (March 20, 2024)
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Wings up: As the 'Birds ready for a torrid finish to the regular season -- 15 games in 32 days -- lace-up this visit with Rookie of the Year candidate, CV center Logan Morrison.By Judd Spicer
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Fire & Ice Podcast - A Visit with Kole Lind (March 8, 2024)
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CV's points leader Kole Lind joins in to chat about the 'Birds' hot streak, his fresh penchant for assists and how his life story parallels that of "Youngblood."By Judd Spicer
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Fire & Ice Podcast - A Visit with Ville Ottavainen (February 17, 2024)
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First-ever Euro guest! With the 'Birds leading the Pac and riding a 10-game point streak, join in for this visit with "Mr. FinLength," 6-foot-5 CV rookie defenseman, Ville Ottavainen.By Judd Spicer
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Fire & Ice Podcast - All-Star Break Media Roundtable (February 8, 2024)
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As the 'Birds return to the rink from the All Star Break, ready the mic & pen for this Media Roundtable, featuring Tim O'Brien of NBC Palm Springs and Andrew L. John of The Desert Sun.By Judd Spicer
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Fire & Ice Podcast - A Visit with Jacob Melanson (January 31, 2024)
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He eats steak, comes from a small town and loves to play physical -- sounds like a 2024 member of the Firebirds, right? Join in for this visit with 'Birds' standout rookie, Jacob Melanson.By Judd Spicer
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Fire & Ice Podcast - A Visit with Colin Zulianello (January 6, 2024)
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As the 'Birds turn the calendar to 2024, get between the pipes via this visit with CV goaltending coach, Colin Zulianello.By Judd Spicer
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Fire & Ice Podcast - A Visit with Patrick Williams of AHL.com (December 29, 2023)
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Close out the calendar year via this visit with the league's ultimate insider, Patrick Williams of AHL.com.By Judd Spicer
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Fire & Ice Podcast - A Visit with Connor Carrick (December 7, 2023)
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Lace up the audio for a fascinating chat with Firebirds' defenseman and podcast host, Connor Carrick.By Judd Spicer
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Fire & Ice Podcast - A Visit with Evan Pivnick (November 28, 2023)
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The mic behind the ice: Tune in for this visit with Evan Pivnick, Firebirds' play-by-play voice and CV's Director of Broadcast & Communications.By Judd Spicer
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Fire & Ice Podcast - A Visit with Shane Wright (November 3, 2023)
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After a funky start to the season, the Firebirds have found a groove with three consecutive wins. The fuel behind the fire? This episode's guest, Shane Wright.By Judd Spicer
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Fire & Ice Podcast - A Visit with Devin Shore (October 19, 2023)
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With the 'Birds second season now underway, lace-up this chat with a fresh face to the flock, NHL veteran forward Devin Shore.By Judd Spicer
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Fire & Ice Podcast - A Visit with Troy Bodie (October 5, 2023)
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With the puck soon to drop on the 'Birds' sequel season, join in for this visit with Troy Bodie, VP of Hockey Operations for CV.By Judd Spicer
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Fire & Ice Podcast - June, 2023 - Coda Edition
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The Firebirds' improbable debut season has come to a close. Join in for the season's final flight of "Fire & Ice" to hear the closing thoughts of five players -- Andrew Poturalski, Max McCormick, Tye Karte, Kole Lind and Ryker Evans -- in media presser exit interviews.By Judd Spicer
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Fire & Ice Podcast -- Calder Cup Mid-Series Media Roundtable
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With the Firebirds leading the Calder Cup Finals 2-1 over the Hershey Bears, join in for a special mid-series media roundtable episode featuring Patrick Williams (AHL.com), Shad Powers (The Desert Sun) and Blake Arthur (KESQ).By Judd Spicer
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Spicer Speaking Episode 84 - June 14, 2023
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As the U.S. Open returns to L.A. for the first time in 75 years, get prepped for the event via this visit with UCLA junior Omar Morales, readying for his major championship debut.By Judd Spicer
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Fire & Ice Podcast - A Visit with Andrew Poturalski (June, 2023) Calder Cup Championship Finals Edition
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The Firebirds' storybook debut season seeks a final chapter as CV heads to the Calder Cup Championship Finals vs. the Hershey Bears. Join in for series prep, and a visit with Firebirds' standdout center, Andrew Poturalski.By Judd Spicer
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Spicer Speaking Episode 83 - June 7, 2023
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Tee-up a visit with PGA Tour Champions rookie, Tim O'Neal.By Judd Spicer
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Fire & Ice Podcast - A Visit with Eddie Wittchow (May, 2023) Western Conference Finals Playoff Edition
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Electric. Improbable. Enthralling. Magical. Onward the Firebirds fly into the Western Conference Finals. Join in for a CV vs. Milwaukee Admirals series preview , and a visit with CV defenseman, Eddie Wittchow.By Judd Spicer
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Spicer Speaking Episode 82 - May 17, 2023
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Tune in for a visit with longtime college football coach and new Director of Athletics at John Carroll University, Brian Polian.By Judd Spicer
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Fire & Ice Podcast - A Visit with Cameron Hughes (May, 2023) Playoffs Edition
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Get ready for the inevitable: The Firebirds ready for the Pacific Division Finals vs. the rival Calgary Wranglers. Get Calder Cup Playoff prepped, and go pucks deep via a visit with CV winger Cameron Hughes.By Judd Spicer
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Enjoy a visit with Derek White, GM at Desert Willow Golf Resort, and lace-up a discussion on NHL Pride Nights with Dr. Teresa Anne Fowler, Asst. Professor of Education at Concordia University of Edmonton.By Judd Spicer
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Fire & Ice Podcast - A Visit with Joey Daccord (April, 2023) Playoffs Edition
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The Firebirds advanced to Round 2 of the Calder Cup Playoffs. Get in the crease for some postseason audio action with CV standout netminder, Joey Daccord.By Judd Spicer
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Spicer Speaking Episode 80 - April 12, 2023
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A Story of Ice & Mic: Join in for a chat about this year's Coachella, and prep for the Coachella Valley Firebirds' playoff debut, in this visit with Shad Powers, columnist for The Desert Sun.By Judd Spicer
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Fire & Ice Podcast - A Visit with Brogan Rafferty (April, 2023)
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Lace-up for the Firebirds' massive showdown with Calgary and the team's upcoming playoff run in this visit with CV defenseman Brogan Rafferty.By Judd Spicer
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Spicer Speaking Episode 79 - April 5, 2023
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Palm Springs' Broadcaster Sporting Roundtable: Join in for this triumvirate visit with Blake Arthur of KESQ/CBS and Tim O'Brien of NBC Palm Springs.By Judd Spicer
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Spicer Speaking Episode 78 - March 22, 2022
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With Galleri Classic week upon us in the desert, join in for this visit with reigning PGA Tour Champions "Player of the Year," Steven Alker.By Judd Spicer
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Fire & Ice Podcast - A Visit with Jessica Campbell (March, 2023)
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As the Firebirds make their run to the Calder Cup playoffs, join in for this chat with CV assistant coach, Jessica Campbell.By Judd Spicer
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Spicer Speaking Episode 77 - March 8, 2023
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Tee-up your prep and preview for the inaugural Galleri Classic via visits with tournament director, Michelle DeLancy, and Larry Bohannan, golf writer for The Desert Sun.By Judd Spicer
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Spicer Speaking Episode 76 - March 1, 2023
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Serve up some prep for the upcoming BNP Paribas Open with Andrew John, reporter for The Desert Sun newspaper.By Judd Spicer
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Spicer Speaking Episode 75 - February 15, 2023
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Ready your lens for this visit with renowned golf photographer, John Henebry.By Judd Spicer
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Fire & Ice Podcast - A Visit with Jimmy Schuldt (February, 2023)
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As the Firebirds return to the ice following the All-Star break, join in for this visit with CV's starting defenseman Jimmy Schuldt.By Judd Spicer
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Spicer Speaking Episode 74 - January 25, 2023
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Listen in as Judd talks APGA Tour and diversity in the game with pro golfer and NBC/Golf Channel contributor, Will Lowery.By Judd Spicer
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Spicer Speaking Episode 73 - January 18, 2023
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AMEX week is here! Get prepped for the PGA Tour's desert return via this visit with rookie Kyle Westmoreland, the first-ever Air Force Academy grad to own a Tour card.By Judd Spicer
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Spicer Speaking Episode 72 - January 11, 2023
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The PGA Tour is back in the desert! Tee up this audio prep, as Judd visits with Pat McCabe, executive director of the American Express, and Larry Bohannan, golf writer for The Desert Sun.By Judd Spicer
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Fire & Ice Podcast - A Visit with Patrick Williams of AHL.com (January, 2023)
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Turn the Firebirds' calendar to 2023 via this visit with Patrick Williams, beat writer for the American Hockey League.By Judd Spicer
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Spicer Speaking Episode 71 - December 21, 2022
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Get in the ring for this visit with Timothy Bradley, Jr. as Judd and the "Desert Storm" chat about his upcoming induction into the International Boxing Hall of Fame.By Judd Spicer
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Fire & Ice Podcast - A Visit with Troy Bodie (December, 2022)
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As the unveiling of Acrisure Arena nears, get ready for the arena's debut in this visit with Troy Bodie, director of hockey and business operations for the Coachella Valley Firebirds. Fire & Ice: The official podcast of the Coachella Valley Firebirds.By Judd Spicer
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Spicer Speaking Episode 70 - November 30, 2022
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Pack your bags for a visit with travel expert Lee Abbamonte, and stay tuned for an essay on the grossness of World Cup host country, Qatar.By Judd Spicer
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Spicer Speaking Episode 69 - November 22, 2022
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Tee-up this visit with Ryan Ballengee of Golf News Net and stayed tuned in for an essay on the dynamic if Gen Xers and social media.By Judd Spicer
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Fire & Ice Podcast - A Visit with Stu Bickel (November, 2022)
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Lace up for the debut episode as host Judd Spicer visits with Stu Bickel, assistant coach for the Coachella Valley Firebirds. Fire & Ice: The official podcast of the Coachella Valley Firebirds.By Judd Spicer
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Spicer Speaking Episode 68 - November 2, 2022
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Join in as Judd visits with Charley "Shooter" Walters, longtime sports columnist for the St. Paul Pioneer Press.By Judd Spicer
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Spicer Speaking Episode 67 - October 26, 2022
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Tune in as Judd visits with Derek White, general manager at Desert Willow Golf Resort, and enjoys a chat with veteran golf and travel writer, Steve Pike.By Judd Spicer
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Spicer Speaking Episode 66 - October 12, 2022
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Judd visits with Skateboarding Hall of Famer Eddie "El Gato" Elguera to talk about his upcoming El Gato Classic at the La Quinta X Park.By Judd Spicer
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Spicer Speaking Episode 65 - September 21, 2022
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Join in for a conversation with golf writer Ken Van Vechten, and stay tuned for an essay on the ethos of Patagonia.By Judd Spicer
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Spicer Speaking Episode 64 - September 14, 2022
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The maiden puck drop nears. Join in as Judd visits with Jessica Campbell, assistant coach of the Coachella Valley Firebirds.By Judd Spicer
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Spicer Speaking Episode 63 - August 31, 2022
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No gamble on a great guest: Join in as Judd talks legalized sports betting in Cali, talking Props 26 and 27 with expert Mary-Beth Moylan, Assoc. Dean for Academic Affairs and Experiential Learning at University of the Pacific -- McGeorge School of Law.By Judd Spicer
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Spicer Speaking Episode 62 - August 17, 2022
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Join in as Judd chats with Shad Powers, columnist for The Desert Sun, and tee-up a visit with rising star Bailey Shoemaker, here in the desert for Stage I of LPGA Q-School.By Judd Spicer
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Spicer Speaking Episode 61 - August 10, 2022
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Join in as Judd visits with Will Rollins, congressional candidate to represent the desert in CA-41.By Judd Spicer
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