Best Black Rosie Media Podcasts (2024)

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1v1 with Goaltender Corinne Schroeder 5:10

7M ago5:10

5:10

In 2024, Corinne Schroeder was inducted into the Women's Beanpot Hall of Fame. The former Boston University goaltender led the Terriers to three straight Beanpot title games, including the 2019 Beanpot championship. She went 3-1-2 in six Beanpot starts and stopped 61 of 66 shots en route to the 2019 title. Schroeder is BU’s all-time leader in caree…

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Twitter Spaces Deep Dive: What Happened at Harvard? 1:22:50

1y ago1:22:50

1:22:50

This episode was initially recorded on Twitter Spaces on June 12, 2023 TRIGGER WARNING: racism, homophobia, mental/emotional abuse, eating disorders, body shaming, gaslighting, sexual harassment, hazing. The Boston Globe & The Athletic articles reported allegations of mistreatment and misconduct toward players by Harvard Women's Hockey Coach Katey …

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Episode 74: Shea Butter Family Affair - A Seat At the Spades Table 1:41:39

1y ago1:41:39

1:41:39

Black Rosie Media presents Shea Butter FC throwback is sponsored by the Bounceless Control™ sports bra, the support you need to take on any workout as a fuller-bust woman. Head to Bounceless.com and enter promo code SBFC to receive 15% off your first order. Original Show Notes Welcome to episode 74 of Shea Butter FC, a podcast by, for, and about Bl…

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Twitter Spaces Deep Dive: WoHo Free Agency - The Good, the Bad, the Qué? 1:14:13

1+ y ago1:14:13

1:14:13

Angélica Rodríguez & Erica L. Ayala are back and talking PHF Free Agency. On this episode, originally recorded on Twitter Spaces, were discuss the big spenders in PHF Free Agency and their impact on a growing league. Is Kacey Bellamy worth her contract? What can we expect from Nora Räty in net for the Riveters? Why we need more Mike Murphy's in the…

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LIVE FROM TULSA With PHF GMS Nate Oliver and Chi-Yin Tse 43:18

1+ y ago43:18

43:18

The Minnesota Whitecaps may have fallen short in overtime during the 2023 Isobel Cup Final, but they did finish the 2022-23 season with a title. For the second year, the Whitecaps took home bragging rights from the Battle of the Rig hosted by the Tulsa Oilers in Oklahoma. Angelica Rodriguez and Erica L. Ayala interviewed Buffalo Beauts general mana…

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2023 PHF ISOBEL CUP FINAL: Exclusive Interviews with Toronto Six & Minnesota Whitecaps 4:28

1+ y ago4:28

4:28

Black Rosie Media founder and reporter Erica L. Ayala spoke to multiple players from the Toronto Six and the Minnesota Whitecaps ahead of the 2023 Isobel Cup Final on March 26th. Hear from the following PHF players and coaches: The Toronto Six 0:00 - Saroya Tinker on what makes Toronto special 0:26 - Daryl Watts on the Whitecaps 0:36 - Head coach G…

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Interview with Whale forward Justine Reyes 16:48

1+ y ago16:48

16:48

California native Justine Reyes worked her way up to the top line for the Connecticut Whale in her first Premier Hockey Federation season. As the Whale prepare for the postseason, Reyes tallied 14 points (9 G, 8A) in 24 games. Erica L. Ayala spoke with Reyes about her hockey journey from St. Lawrence to Sweden, and now the Nutmeg State. Reyes also …

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Behind-The-Scenes with MeiGray + How To Bid On PHF All-Star Game-Worn Jerseys 5:13

1+ y ago5:13

5:13

Black Rosie Media and the Founding 4 Podcast take you from the bench to the locker rooms and everywhere in between. Take a look at our exclusive look at the 2023 PHF All-Star Showcase through the eyes of @TheMeiGrayGroup Director of Special Projects Dave Meisel. Erica L. Ayala narrates video and images taken by Black Rosie Media contributor Tiffany…

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Black Rosie Media Presents: Behind the 2023 PHF All-Star Showcase Jerseys 21:22

1+ y ago21:22

21:22

In partnership with @TheMeiGrayGroup , Black Rosie Media will provide exclusive coverage of the 2023 PHF All-Star Showcase in Toronto. Black Rosie Media founder Erica L. Ayala welcomes Elliot Gerard to the show. He is the founder and head of creative & strategy at @heartlentgroup . Erica & Elliot talk about this year's All-Star logo and jersey desi…

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3 New Year's Resolutions for Every PHF Team 14:26

1+ y ago14:26

14:26

Black Rosie Media contributors Erica L. Ayala, Angelica Rodriguez, and Ashley Mouzzon bring you 3 New Year's Resolutions for all seven @PremierHockeyFederation teams ahead of the 2023 restart of Season 8. What players need to step up? Who needs to stay out of the penalty box? Can teams stay healthy? QUESTION OF THE DAY: What resolutions do you want…

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Amy Budde's Campaign to Get Taylor Swift to a Beauts Game 31:13

1+ y ago31:13

31:13

Part II of Angelica's sit-down with Amy Budde is here! In this episode, the duo talks about the value of playing overseas, which Beauts teammate hides candy in her gloves, and what type of root beer Budde prefers. There is also more fútbol, aka soccer talk, including a tip for a good place in Buffalo to watch. This is perfect timing for the 2022 FI…

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PHF Preview: The Connecticut Captain is Back! 1:07:51

2y ago1:07:51

1:07:51

PHF Previews: Connecticut Whale - This session was originally recorded live on Twitter Spaces The Connecticut Whale blazed through the regular season as the team to beat. Did a bad five minutes in the 2022 Isobel Cup Final against the Boston Pride cost them their first championship? Angelica Rodriguez and Erica L. Ayala are joined by Mike Murphy to…

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Amy Budde on Embracing Her Role 25:11

2y ago25:11

25:11

Hockey fans, you are in for a treat! Angelica Rodriguez sat down with Buffalo Beauts player Amy Budde to discuss her role as a practice player and Community Coordinator. Budde opens up about the decision to come back as a practice player and how it's changed her relationship with hockey for the better. This is the first of two episodes featuring th…

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PHF Preview: Metropolitan Riveters New Rink Sweet Dream or Beautiful Nightmare? 1:17:49

2y ago1:17:49

1:17:49

We're weeks away from the eighth season of the Premier Hockey Federation (PHF). Co-hosts Angelica Rodriguez and Erica L. Ayala begin their countdown to the season with their league-wide preview. The Metropolitan Riveters have a new President, a new head coach, and a new home rink ... in a mall. Dan Rice, aka Dr. Ice, aka The PHF Insider, aka The Ha…

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PHF Previews: New Look Minnesota Whitecaps?! 1:13:18

2y ago1:13:18

1:13:18

The puck drops on the eighth season of the Premier Hockey Federation (PHF) on November 6th! Co-hosts Angelica Rodriguez and Erica L. Ayala begin their countdown to the season with their league-wide preview. Kelly Schultz, PHF Broadcaster and voice of Bemidji State Women's Hockey, joins us to discuss how the franchise will move on from the Brodt Fam…

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PHF Previews - Montreal Force aka NKOTB! 1:24:22

2y ago1:24:22

1:24:22

The puck drops on the eighth season of the Premier Hockey Federation (PHF) on November 6th! Co-hosts Angelica Rodriguez and Erica L. Ayala begin their countdown to the season with their league-wide preview. Ball Hockey Bootcamp founder Ashley Mouzzon joins us on Twitter Spaces to discuss the La Force de Montreal. Later on in the show, we are also j…

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PHF Previews: Can Toronto Make it to Their First Izzy Cup Final? 1:01:54

2y ago1:01:54

1:01:54

The puck drops on the eighth season of the Premier Hockey Federation (PHF) this weekend! Co-hosts Angelica Rodriguez and Erica L. Ayala begin their countdown to the season with their league-wide preview. Ball Hockey Bootcamp founder Ashley Mouzzon rejoins us on Twitter Spaces to talk about the Toronto Six. Their mascot, their new front office, and …

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Boston Pride Preview: Going For the Three Peat! 55:37

2y ago55:37

55:37

We're weeks away from the eighth season of the Premier Hockey Federation (PHF). Co-hosts Angelica Rodriguez and Erica L. Ayala begin their countdown to the season with their league-wide preview. PHF broadcaster Sam Fryman joins the show to discuss the Boston Pride team ahead of Season 8. The Philly native also absolutely roasts Erica (the NY Mets f…

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PHF Preview Replay - 10.09.22 47:33

2y ago47:33

47:33

We're weeks away from the eighth season of the Premier Hockey Federation (PHF). Co-hosts Angelica Rodriguez and Erica L. Ayala begin their countdown to the season with their league-wide preview. This session was originally recorded live on Twitter Spaces. Angelica and Erica will conduct team-by-team previews every Wednesday and Sunday on Twitter Sp…

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Bienvenue Montréal! 44:14

2y ago44:14

44:14

The Premier Hockey Federation has made Montreal officially official. Founding 4 Podcast co-hosts Erica L. Ayala and Angelica Rodriguez recap what we know about the PHF expansion, what we think about the expansion, and make a case for more in-person events like a PHF Draft. Hear from PHF commissioner Reagan Carey and Montreal PHF President Kevin Rap…

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A New Era Begins! 1:06:50

2y ago1:06:50

1:06:50

The Founding 4 Podcast is back! Erica L. Ayala is joined by a new co-host and dear friend Angelica Rodriguez for the first show of the brand new era of the Founding 4 Podcast, now part of Black Rosie Media. Angelica & Erica start the show talking about Hockey Canada and the (delayed) repercussions of their lack of transparency regarding sexual assa…

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Put Some Respect on Wyomia Tyus' Name! 21:56

2y ago21:56

21:56

You probably know John Carlos from the 1968 Summer Olympics in Mexico City, but do you know who Wyomia Tyus is? Did you know she was the first person to win back-to-back 100 Olympic gold medals? You probably know Bille Jean King, but did you know Wyomia Tyus was a co-founder of the Women's Sports Foundation? Bria Felicien, the founder of The Black …

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Black Rosie Media Presents: #KeepJMacFresh featuring NWSL star Jess McDonald 25:46

2y ago25:46

25:46

In our first Black Rosie Media Presents episode, host Erica L. Ayala talked to Racing Louisville forward Jess McDonald. Stay tuned to the end to learn about the #KeepJMacFresh campaign. The 10-year NWSL veteran never had her 150th cap celebrated by the league. In fact, she didn't even know how many caps she had until she asked Twitter. We talk abou…

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#BlackRosie in Beijing: Hilary Knight vs The Toronto Star 8:42

2+ y ago8:42

8:42

Every four years, folks get really ignorant about what is good and "bad" for women's ice hockey. The latest Toronto Star article crossed my timeline and I decided to get a little creative with a recent interview with USA alternate captain Hilary Knight. NOTE: This is not a real conversation, this is my artistic expression of what a conversation bet…

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A chat with power forward/snacker Janine Weber 48:56

2+ y ago48:56

48:56

Connecticut Whale alternate captain Janine Weber joins the podcast to discuss the upcoming series in Buffalo, Olympic Qualifiers, the dreams of young Janine growing up in Austria, and much more! Team Austria at Olympic Qualifiers Erica's PWRFWD Shop, where #BlackRosie lives Join Sports Talk ELA on Patreon The Founding 4 Podcast is a women's ice hoc…

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Founding 4 Revival featuring Hockey Hall of Famer Angela James 37:01

2+ y ago37:01

37:01

We're back! Erica L. Ayala brings back the Founding 4 Podcast ahead of the 2022 Winter Olympics! Come for the interview with Hall of Famer Angela James, stay to learn about the return of your favorite women's hockey show and how to support Erica's coverage from Beijing! Angela James joins Tara Slone Listen to Angela James on the Soul on Ice Podcast…

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S4E7: Part II with Anne, EBUG News, and the legacy of MLK & O'Ree 40:26

3+ y ago40:26

40:26

Ever wonder what the NWHL actually is? What is this Isobel Cup people speak of and what happened to its handles? Erica L. Ayala is joined by writer Anne Tokarski to discuss all this and much more! Follow Anne on Twitter @annetokarski Follow the show on Twitter @Founding4Pod Follow Erica L. Ayala on Twitter @elindsay08 The Founding 4 Podcast is an N…

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Season 4 E6: NWHL 101 with Anne Tokarski 38:31

3+ y ago38:31

38:31

Ever wonder what the NWHL actually is? What is this Isobel Cup people speak of and what happened to its handles? Erica L. Ayala is joined by writer Anne Tokarski to discuss all this and much more! Follow Anne on Twitter @annetokarski Follow the show on Twitter @Founding4Pod Follow Erica L. Ayala on Twitter @elindsay08 The Founding 4 Podcast is an N…

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Anya Packer gets us ready for the #NDubble 55:56

3+ y ago55:56

55:56

New Year, new season means a new sit-down with NWHLPA executive director Anya Packer! Anya takes the NWHL 101 Challenge, discusses all things #NDubble, and hints at some things to come in 2021 and beyond. Baby Waylon also joins the show for the first time! Show Timestamps NWHL 101 Challenge NDubble Updates NDubble Fan Experience NDubble Media Acces…

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S4E4: "This episode is brought to you by ..." featuring Sonjia Shelly 35:51

3+ y ago35:51

35:51

Sonjia Shelly will return for a second NWHL season with a new team. Shelly is going from swimming with #ThePod to Repping The Rivs. Follow Sonjia on Twitter @Shellygoalie413 Follow the show on Twitter @Founding4Pod Follow Erica L. Ayala on Twitter @elindsay08 The Founding 4 Podcast is an NWHL-centric women's ice hockey podcast hosted by Erica L. Ay…

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S4E3: Love at first skate featuring Whitney Dove 26:36

4y ago26:36

26:36

Erica L. Ayala chats with Providence alumna and Buffalo Beauts rookie defender Whitney Dove. The two chat about why she wears #77, deciding to play in the NWHL, and more. Follow Whitney on Twitter @WhitneyDove_07 Follow the show on Twitter @Founding4Pod Follow Erica l. Ayala on Twitter @elindsay08 The Founding 4 Podcast is an NWHL-centric women's i…

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Founding 4 Podcast: NWHL interim commissioner Ty Tumminia focused on systems, partners 39:02

4y ago39:02

39:02

The Founding 4 Podcast is a weekly women's ice hockey podcast hosted by Erica L. Ayala. Follow the show @Founding4Pod Follow Erica L Ayala @elindsay08 Support the Sports Talk ELA podcast network on Patreon Show Notes: Here are some helpful timestamps and links to help you follow along with the show. 0:00 - Intro 0:29 - Ty's hockey origin story 4:10…

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Anya Packer is 'empowered' by new NWHL governance model 49:49

4y ago49:49

49:49

The Founding 4 Podcast Season 4 officially kicks off with Anya Packer, executive director of the NWHLPA. Anya breaks down the new structure, NWHL founder Dani Rylan's new role, and much more. Show Notes: Here are some helpful timestamps and links to help you follow along with the show. 0:00 - Intro 2:16 - Anya on Baby Waylon 4:50 - Anya on latest N…

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F4P Archives: Episode 001- November 7, 2017 40:19

4y ago40:19

40:19

On International Podcast Day, I thought I'd take us back to the first-ever episode of the Founding 4 Podcast. As you will hear, this show was originally part of The Ice Garden and I worked with co-host Mike Murphy (@DigDeepBSB). This was originally published on November 7, 2017. Check out the original logo made by Mike. Here are the original show n…

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Social Justice in Women's Hockey feat. Sarah Nurse & Liz Knox 42:52

4y ago42:52

42:52

Host Erica L. Ayala sat down with former board member Liz Knox and current board member Sarah Nurse to discuss the timing of the statement, Liz stepping down from the board, if Sarah feels this is a hollow "diversity hire", and much more. Read the full statement here: https://pwhpa.com/our-statement-on-diversity-and-inclusiveness-in-hockey/ Read Em…

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The Original Eight: As Long as it's Fun feat. Madison Packer 36:31

4+ y ago36:31

36:31

The final installment of #TheOriginalEight series features Riveters captain Madison Packer. The Wisconsin alumna discusses her decision to re-sign for her sixth NWHL season, her love of writing and guacamole, and what the next five years might look like for her. Here are a few links to referenced in the episode: The Packer's First Dance Read Madiso…

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#F4PArchives: Live from Lugano with Blake Bolden 30:58

4+ y ago30:58

30:58

We are busting out the Founding 4 Pod archives. Originally posted November 30, 2017, this is an exclusive interview with (now former) HC Lugano defender Blake Bolden. These days, Bolden is working with the Los Angeles Kings as a scout and skating with the Professional Women's Hockey Players Association (PWHPA). Bolden played two seasons with the Bo…

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The Original Eight: Mutual Respect feat. Jordan Brickner Gragnano 29:43

4+ y ago29:43

29:43

Connecticut Whale defender Jordan Brickner is the featured guest for the seventh installment of The Original Eight series. Brickner moved to Connecticut from Chicago for what she thought would be one season in the National Women's Hockey League. Today, she is one of eight players to suit up for all five seasons of the league. Unfortunately, Brickne…

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The Original Eight: Third team's a charm feat. Kaleigh Fratkin 39:31

4+ y ago39:31

39:31

The sixth episode of The Original Eight Series. This series features one-on-one interview with the eight players who've been with the NWHL since the inaugural season. Kaleigh Fratkin began her NWHL journey in Connecticut. At the time, the Vancouver-native turned Boston-area standout decided to get a fresh perspective. Along with her college teammat…

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S3E17: Rebuilding the Whale feat. Bray Ketchum Peel 42:59

4+ y ago42:59

42:59

We're still waiting to drop the puck for the 2020 Isobel Cup Final, but that hasn't stopped teams from re-signing players for season six. Host Erica L. Ayala recaps the most recent signings and other NWHL news (Note: Beauts forward Taylor Accursi re-signed after this episode was recorded). Erica is later joined by Connecticut Whale general manager …

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The Original Eight: 'Blue Steel' featuring Elena Orlando 17:00

4+ y ago17:00

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The Original Eight Series features one-on-one interview with the eight players who've played in the NWHL since the inaugural season. This episode features Connecticut Whale defender and alternate captain Elena Orlando. Elena Orlando started her NWHL career in Brooklyn with the New York Riveters, but is no stranger to the Nutmeg State. Orlando playe…

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The Original Eight: Mamba Mentality featuring Jillian Dempsey 38:35

4+ y ago38:35

38:35

Here is the fourth episode of The Original Eight Series. This series will feature one-on-one interview with the eight players who've been with the NWHL since the inaugural season. Jillian Dempsey hoisted the inaugural Isobel Cup as a member of the 2015-16 Boston Pride. Prior to her five season in the NWHL, Dempsey played for the Boston Blades and t…

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The Original Eight: Corinne Buie 21:50

4+ y ago21:50

21:50

Greetings! Here is the third episode of The Original Eight Series featuring two-time Isobel Cup champion & Buffalo Beauts captain. We discuss what it takes to win an Isobel Cup, why Buie considers Buffalo her new home, and if she'd consider joining the Founding 4 Pod after finishing her most recent off-ice adventure. As always, thank you for your s…

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S3E16: Coronavirus & its impact on Women's Hockey 49:06

4+ y ago49:06

49:06

Erica starts the show reading the announcement about the postponed NWHL Final and the cancellation of the 2020 IIHF Women's World Championship. You will hear from Hockey Canada officials and media members (11:55) from a conference call held Saturday, March 7th. Coronavirus continues to be a health concern worldwide and has impacted women's hockey. …

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The Original Eight: Shannon Doyle 14:48

4+ y ago14:48

14:48

Greetings Patrons! Here is the second episode of The Original Eight Series. This series will feature one-on-one interview with the eight players who've been with the NWHL since the inaugural season. The second episode features Whale defender Shannon Doyle. Doyle is a founding member of the Connecticut Whale franchise of the National Women's Hockey …

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S3E15: NWHL Awards SZN! 23:16

4+ y ago23:16

23:16

The standings are set! The NWHL Playoffs begin tonight. The Beauts host the Whale for the play-in game, and the winner ships up to Boston for the semifinals. We also have season award winners, Erica reveals her ballot. *** The Founding 4 Podcast is an independent women's ice hockey podcast hosted by Erica L. Ayala. The podcast lives on Transistor.f…

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The Original Eight: Kiira Dosdall-Arena 22:50

4+ y ago22:50

22:50

Greetings Patrons! Delighted to bring you the first episode of The Original Eight Series. This series will feature one-on-one interview with the eight players who've been with the NWHL since the inaugural season. Our first episode will feature Riveters defender Kiira Dosdall-Arena. Dosdall-Arena is a founding member of the Riveters of the National …

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Blake Bolden breaks down scouting, making WoHo an inclusive space 15:59

4+ y ago15:59

15:59

Blake Bolden is one of the women prominently featured in the Black Hockey History mobile museum making its way to NHL markets in the 2019-20 season. She won a Clarkson Cup with the Boston Blades of the CWHL and the inaugural Isobel Cup with the Boston Pride (NWHL). Today, she is making history as part of the PWHPA and as a AHL scout in the Los Ange…

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2020 All-Star Weekend Recap 26:04

4+ y ago26:04

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The 2020 NWHL All-Star Weekend took place at Warrior Ice Arena in Boston, MA February 8-9. Erica has your recap and exclusive interviews on the latest episode of the Founding 4 Podcast. At the Sunday morning skate, Brooke Stacey chats about her pregnancy announcement and members of the Connecticut Whale chirp each other (and Erica). Anya Packer chi…

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Thun(der)struck! 1:13:44

4+ y ago1:13:44

1:13:44

Lots went down in the last weekend before the All-Star Break! Host Erica L. Ayala takes you through the eight round shootout in New Jersey, the Thunstrom show in Minnesota, the NWHL's reactions to Cassie Campbell-Pascall's comments at the NHL All-Star Game. Stick around at the end of the show (39:10) for an exclusive interview with Michelle "Shelly…

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