Etem UP

Former Anaheim Ducks Athletic Trainer and Founder of Compete Sports Performance & Rehab, Chris Phillips, joins Emerson on the latest edition of Etem UP. Phillips shares his path to professional sports, his time with the Ducks and how athletic training continues to evolve and improve. Later, Emerson recaps the recent big news in Anaheim with Coach Q being hired as head coach, playoff talk and a fresh beer league tip.

It's playoff time in the NHL and Emer has his round one predictions ready to go! Jesse Pollock, TSN Content Producer, and Carrlyn Bathe, LA Kings TV Reporter, share their secrets on the Jets and Kings series in the opening round of the 2025 Stanley Cup Playoffs. Lastly, Emer shares his beer league tip of the week with some early 2026 Calder Trophy chatter around the water cooler.

The final home game is this Sunday vs Colorado before the Ducks go Minny-to-Winny to wrap the 2024-25 season. Emerson is joined by NHL.com writer and Bardown Beauties co-host, Jessi Pierce to talk all things Wild. Later, Jets Radio Color Analyst, Mitchell Clinton, shares insight on game 82 for the Jets and Ducks. Finally, Emer gives us the inaugural "Etem UP Beer League Tip" for all you beauties out there still flying up and down the sheet every night at 11:00 PM.

Jackson LaCombe and Drew Helleson join Emerson Etem on a new edition of Etem Eats as they venture to the world famous Mex-Tex Cantina, Pepe's & Mito's, in Dallas, TX. The trio dive in on tacos, Minnesota stereotypes, messy roommates and more!

Veteran Shane Hudella and fire fighter Randall Wright joined Emerson to talk about their experiences serving our country and their connection to hockey. Emerson talks all things Ducks as they look to continue their winning ways on the road!

Mike Hammer, Co-Founder of Violent Gentlemen Hockey Club, stops by Kariya Studio to chat with Emerson about the early business days in the Honda Center parking lot, who makes the All-VG Ducks Team, what makes a "Violent Gentleman" and supporting our local fire departments in SoCal.

Emerson has always been a fan of mixing passion with creativity and he welcomes longtime Ducks fan and successful entrepreneur Clayton Kanemitsu to the program!

The latest edition of Etem UP is here and Emerson is joined by former teammate and Ducks Defenseman Korbinian Holzer. Holzer and Etem answer fan questions, including Holzer's love for European Football, joining a special Ducks locker room in 2015 and what he thinks of the future in Anaheim. Later, the pair give 2024-24 NHL award predictions and Emer gives his well wishes to Cam Fowler as he begins a new journey with the St. Louis Blues.

Emerson is back in the studio and recaps the Ducks recent play prior to Thanksgiving after answering a great fan message regarding the extra curriculars stemming from a hit on star forward Leo Carlsson during the Ducks recent home game vs the Seattle Kraken. Later, Emer gives an overview of the NHL trade market and a player each team could possibly move at some point this season.

Former Ducks defenseman Clayton Stoner joined Emerson on the latest edition of Etem UP. Emer and Stones recall a wild playoff series in the 'Peg, Emer's DJ days on the team plane, and what Stones is up to these days in the BCHL. Later, Emer provides insight on the Ducks season and updates from around the NHL.

Emerson welcomes renowned youth development hockey coach, Danny Heath, to Etem UP. Emer and Danny talk about their journey in hockey, the importance of community with youth teams, and where the future of the sport is going. Danny, along with a star-studded cast of coaches, lead "the world's best at home training" program - Project Hockey.

We have a special guest in the studio for a special announcement: DJ JoJo is joining the Ducks Stream family with a brand new show! "Spinnin' It" will cover a variety of topics in and around Orange Country with a fresh perspective from our beloved hero who wears many capes in Honda Center and the community.

Steve Carroll and Alexis Downie sit down with Emerson for a hilarious conversation on the latest edition of Etem UP. The legendary play-by-play announcer (Carroll) and the voice of Ducks Stream (Downie) go back and forth with Emer about the offseason, who is going to pop off in 2024-25, the mighty fine and refreshed orange look in Anaheim and more! This episode is dedicated to Johnny and Matthew Gaudreau, their families, friends and loved ones.

This episode brings us back to the junior days in Canada with Emer as he welcomes former WHL rival, Zack Boychuk, to the program. They rip through life in the "Western League", playing against each other, Boychuk's internet fame, and continuing his career overseas. Later, Emer talks about the upcoming Rookie tournament in a few weeks, fun themed nights planned for the '24-25 season, and updates around the NHL since we last were in the Kariya studio.

Up-and-coming Producer, Guitarist and DJ, Decadon, joins Emerson on Etem UP! The duo jump right into the show listening to "City On Fire" by Decadon, Rain Man and Duncan. They discuss the how the song, similar to Orange Country in Anaheim, fuses together old school with new school. Later, Emer recaps the latest NHL news throughout the Summer and five quotes from notable Ducks alumni to inspire us all.

Hockey on the West Coast is growing faster by the day, but the number one problem still exists: not enough ice rinks. Emerson is joined on the show by up and coming youth hockey coach and former pro Brett Beebe. The duo discuss dynamics of their sport in the Golden State, grassroots hockey initiatives that further increase the reach in the region and the future outlook of this young Ducks hockey team. Later, Emer recaps recent NHL news and shares key points with NAHL coach Sam Graham on how prospects can standout during summer camps and tryouts.

Pete "Swaggy P" Lenes and Brianna Decker join Emerson on the latest edition of Etem UP. Swaggy and Emer talk about becoming a viral hockey content creator, becoming a renowned skills coach and growing his business through the sport of hockey. Later, former USA Olympic Gold Medalist Brianna Decker talk about their days together at Shattuck-St. Mary's, success of women's professional hockey and returning to their prep school to begin her coaching career. Finally, Emer wraps the show with a recap of the Stanley Cup Finals, 2024 NHL Entry Draft, Free Agency and new additions for the Ducks.

New week, new eppy! Emerson has a couple of certified beauties and all-around great guys join the show this week. Notable Toronto Maple Leafs villain and TSN Bardown's personality and content producer, Jesse Pollock, is first up to talk about life in Winnipeg, hockey, Teemu Selanne and some playoff talk. Later, Aiden Dale of Hockey Benders and overall content machine, calls in to talk about his love for hockey, being a positive influence, share wisdom in content creation and more playoffs!

Comedian and actor Ian Bagg joins Emerson on the latest edition of Etem UP. The Canadian Winters and Long Beach Summers collide in a SoCal showdown of hockey origins, love for comedy and some interesting playoff predictions this Spring.

Chase De Leo joins Emerson Etem on Etem UP to discuss what it's like growing up as a hockey player in SoCal. The two go into detail on the amount of work and determination it takes to become a professional hockey player at the highest level.

Puck Empire's Panos Mavridis joins Emerson on the latest installment of Etem UP (0:25). Emer and Panos talk through hockey and football coverage, the growing presence on social media and some predictions for upcoming NHL free agency. Later, former Mighty Duck, Terry Yake, joins the show (22:01) to talk about Emer's recent appearance and possible beer league retirement with Terry's team. The pair talk about the rise of hockey in California, some fun golf takes and a few Stanley Cup playoffs predictions.

Emerson is back in the Kariya Studio and pumped for the NHL debut of Cutter Gauthier following his remarkable NCAA Sophomore season. Emer recaps the Freeway Face-Off games this month and the rise in play among Anaheim's blossoming young core. Fan voicemail and messages return and it's all cringe when it comes to Kings fans these days. Finally, Emer wraps things up with NHL news and notes before the team plays in their 2023-24 regular season finale against Vegas.

Emer and professional skateboarder and OC legend Billy Marks follow-up their epic Ducks skate session with a sit down in Kariya studio where the SoCal kids talk parenting, career in skateboarding and a lifelong love for the Anaheim Ducks.

Etem is back in the Kariya Studio and this time joined his former Anaheim Ducks teammate and retired NHL Defenseman, Bryan Allen. Ally shares some of the spoils of retired life in Cabo (1:42), their connection as teammates (3:20), and a great story at the famous Roxy in Vancouver (3:57). Later, Emer and Ally dive into mighty messages received by fans (7:42), including Ally's Mt. Rushmore of NHL fighters (15:29). The pair wrap up with some discussion on finances (18:52) and their work in hockey as notable Ducks alumni (21:46).

Emerson Etem takes John Gibson out to the Anchor Bar in Buffalo, NY, to enjoy wings from the home of the buffalo chicken wing. The two chat about childhood memories, favorite goaltenders and more as Emer asks 36 questions to number 36.

Retired NHL defenseman and current Sportsnet analyst and panelist on Hockey Night in Canada, Kevin "Juice" Bieksa, joins Emer on the latest Etem UP. The pair discuss Bieka's recent travel to the 2024 NHL All-Star Game, including a great story with Frank Vatrano and his rise to stardom in Anaheim (0:48), playing in the 2011 Stanley Cup Finals (11:36), and becoming a humble star in the broadcast and media world (15:18). Later, the duo makes their Stanley Cup predictions (22:48) and discuss the importance of smart financial decisions as a professional athlete (31:58). Bieksa then answers awesome fan texts, including his favorite teammates, origin of “Juice”, a funny on-ice rivalry and his ‘welcome to the show' moment (42:26). Lastly, Bieksa shares where he wants to be in hockey 10 years from now (54:16) and the competitive hockey spirit of being a bully on the ice and a gentleman off it (56:56).

It's the 30th anniversary season and no better way to get after it then getting a live tattoo in the Kariya studio! Local artist, tattooer and great friend of the Ducks, Gustavo Jaimes, gives Emer some fresh ink while they discuss all the fun Gus has been part of with the organization this season and beyond (0:34). Later, Emer talks about recent events that make him happy... Hint: it's seeing the Kings lose (7:39). Later, we breakdown fan messages (23:00), his first and maybe worst tattoo (31:35), and a chirp for an old friend with some BAD ink (35:35). Finally, Emer wraps up the show with an explanation on his choice of tattoo (39:50) and what Gus is looking forward to with this Ducks team!

The boys are back in the Golden State with a busy schedule before the All-Star break. A few rowdy NYR callers join Emerson on the show (1:07). Emer then jumps into the upcoming slate of games against the San Jose Sharks and New York Rangers this weekend. A good guy story about Sharks captain Logan Couture (23:07), Ducks team stats breakdown (26:04), and some Etem UP house cleaning (40:55).

With the first episode of the new year, we are thrilled to announce a new addition to Etem UP (00:03). That's right, Violent Gentlemen Hockey Club is now the official sponsor of the Etem UP podcast. Emer dives in with a guest caller (00:30) and recaps the Ducks recent game against Edmonton. Later, we get a glimpse of the matchup against Papi (Auston Matthews) and the Toronto Maple Leafs (08:17), highlighted by a story that Emer is still a little bitter about with the Leafs superstar forward (14:20).

Emerson is back in the studio kicks off the show with one of the most legendary calls in Ducks history (00:19) before being joined by none other than his main man and longtime voice of the Anaheim Ducks, Steve Carroll (01:00), for a wacky Christmas special of Etem UP. Later, Emer and Steve test their play-by-play and color analyst skills with a horse race (04:42), professional wrestling match (07:35) and some wild holiday fail videos (10:41). Steve then shares part of his journey in sports, what led him to the Ducks organization and the exciting young talent on the ice in Anaheim (13:10).

In the latest edition of Etem UP, Emer is all business and leaves the jokes at the door for a "let's get serious" episode. Listen for a complete season recap (03:07), a great quote from veteran Ducks Defenseman Cam Fowler (09:19), and a complete roster breakdown (12:46) this season!

Emerson Etem reunites with Stanley Cup winner and Capitals Radio Color Analyst, Devante Smith-Pelly, in the Kariya Studio for an unreal episode of Etem UP! Emer and DSP relive the glory days of growing up together in Anaheim as young prospects and moments of growth while broadcasting (01:05). The dynamic duo answer 12 hard-hitting questions for DSP (12:41), including: favorite pregame meals (13:02), favorite teammates (15:25), how exhausting it is to win the Stanley Cup (23:04) and more!

The first Freeway Face-Off of the season is on Black Friday and Emer drops the mitts with a rival fan on the latest edition of Etem UP (0:17). Later, we recap the last two weeks for the team and includes postgame sound from Alex Killorn (22:14). Fan voicemail's return and Emer is not happy about the return of certain caller (26:13). The show wraps up with Emer's final thought when he played in the NHL's heated I-5 rivalry (33:26).

The Ducks are on a heater and took down Vegas on Sunday in a third period frenzy at Honda Center. Emerson Etem is joined by Stanley Cup champion and former Pittsburgh Penguin, Beau Bennett, on Etem UP (0:18). Later, Emer recaps the recent comeback wins at home and then previewing the upcoming schedule during the current five-game homestand (9:57).

You hear that? It's the sweet sound of the Anaheim Ducks sweeping their recent East Coast road trip. Former Pittsburgh Penguin and longtime friend of Emerson Etem, Beau Bennett, calls into the show to discuss the Ducks, life after hockey and the life of Adam Johnson (0:17). Hear Steve Carroll's epic call of Mason McTavish's GWG in Pittsburgh (17:02) and a breakdown of the road trip from Emer's vantage point. Fan voicemails return with some beauties this episode (39:10) and then we jump right into fan text messages with producer Stef (43:26). A final dedication to the Johnson family and entire hockey community who are affected by his loss (50:20). Lastly, Emer is team Del Taco... find out why! (51:31).

The Ducks are so back as are the out-of-town chirp sessions with Emer. Listen to guest callers from Dallas (0:52) and Arizona (7:26) on this week's episode of Etem UP. A breakdown and recap of the game in Vegas (16:46) and Home Opener on Sunday vs Carolina (25:00). Another great take from a big fan in Salt Lake (Utah) during fan mail (35:59). Emer wraps up with a final thought about the fire new threads the Ducks wore on Sunday and team jersey history (40:50).

The NHL regular season is underway and Etem breaks down the rest of preseason play from the Anaheim Ducks (0:19). Emer is revved up for back-to-back heavyweight tilts for the Ducks on opening weekend as he rocks this latest Episode of Etem UP with back-to-back slugfests against guests callers from Las Vegas and Carolina (11:41). Latest edition of fan voicemails follow the rowdy live callers (19:17). Etem gives his final thought... which may or may not be about his golf game the Anaheim Ducks Golf Classic (27:59). Lastly, a heartfelt message for one of our own here in Anaheim (31:30).

Since Monday, Trevor Zegras has signed a three-year contract, returned to Orange County and Emer has one thing to say: Trust the process (0:19). Listen to sound from Z on his offseason (9:25) and some of his best highlight calls from Emer's main man Steve Carroll (11:37). We have another preseason breakdown of the Ducks roster (13:12). Producer Stef gives us the rundown for fan mail this week (35:09) and Emer shares a great story with former teammate Rickard Rakell during their days in the AHL (39:28). Lastly, we wrap up Episode 8 with the final thought and it's all love for GMPV from EE16 (42:09).

We are SO back! Emer kicks off Episode 7 with a song Ducks fans are very familiar with (0:15) and then recapping the first two preseason games of the year for Anaheim. The Ducks have a new identity (12:35) that has been showcased early and often. Fan mail returns and so are the chirps for Kings fans (14:08). During morning skate, Emer caught up with Ducks Camp Invitee and veteran NHL forward, Zach Kassian, to ask about his play style and what he looks forward to playing with Ducks forward Adam Henrique (20:11). Finally, we hear about the legendary beer league debut and possibly finale for Etem (24:36).

Emer returns home to sunny Anaheim following the 2023 Rookie Faceoff Tournament in Las Vegas, NV this past weekend. How good is Leo Carlsson? "He's THAT good!", says Emer as he declares the young guns have the Ducks future brighter than ever (0:14). Later, Emer dives into fan mail (42:58) that gives a tip of the cap to a BRUTAL chirp from Matt Martin to Drew Miller featured in HBO's 24/7 Red Wings - Maple Leafs: Road to the Winter Classic | Ep. 3 (46:46). Finally, Emer ends with great insight from Ducks legend and NHL Hall of Famer, Scott Niedermayer, who was in attendance at the Rookie Faceoff in Las Vegas (51:09).

This week on Etem UP, Emerson gives us a crash course on hockey lingo 101 (0:20) and a re-visit on "pizza" from Episode 4 (6:48). Later, Emer breaks down his question of the week (24:55) before checking in with another great take from fan mail (34:46). A 'Hockey for Newbies' segment is introduced to the show with Anaheim Ducks Player Data Analyst, Connor Jung, providing insight on advanced analytics (44:42). Finally, Emer wraps up Episode 5 with his final thought (49:25).

Emerson is ready to Etem UP with a bit of self-reflection and his hockey super fandom (0:25) before giving a hot take you won't want to miss (14:04). Later, Emer works through fan mail (26:55) and closing with his final thought that involves Teemu Selanne and Ryan Miller (43:10).

Emerson Etem welcomes former teammate and Anaheim Duck forward, Matt Beleskey, on the latest episode of Etem UP! The duo talk about Beleskey's farm, retired life, and scoring a goal every hockey player dreams about (0:55). Later, Emer dives into another fun week of fan mail (14:25).

Emerson Etem is back with episode two of Etem UP! This week Etem talks through the best cars of Anaheim Ducks players past and present (1:37), including his own! Later on, Etem talks Ducks fan mail (21:15) and his fun fact this week (43:40).

Emerson Etem makes his official return to the Anaheim Ducks in the debut episode of Etem UP! Etem addresses Brent Sopel's comments regarding the "face of fun", Trevor Zegras (0:20), and the new-look 2023-24 Ducks roster (12:46). Later, Etem dives into Ducks fan mail (21:12) and history of 'the Michigan' goal (32:57).