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Podcast dedicated to all things Flames from the perspective of two highly obsessive fans with a bad habit of ranting. We love hearing from you, and fan voice is central to what we do!

Flames Fancast


    • Mar 8, 2025 LATEST EPISODE
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    Flames Fancast - Episode 104

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 8, 2025 55:00


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    Flames Fancast - Episode 103

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 5, 2025 82:27


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    Flames Fancast - Episode 102

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 9, 2024 71:14


    In Episode 102 of the Flames Fancast, we break down the first month of hockey action for the Calgary Flames. We look at the individual performances of Huberdau, Bahl, and Coronato, do a deep dive in the identity and character of this team, explore our struggles on the powerplay, look at the goaltending tandem and how they've done well so far, and so much more in Episode 102. As always, thanks for listen, we appreciate you.

    Flames Fancast - Episode 101

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 13, 2024 71:55


    In Episode 101 of Flames Fancast, we preview the season to be (we actually recorded a week ago, but the technology let us down!) and chat about the first few games. We discuss the departure of Markstrom and Mangiapane, the additions of Mantha and plenty of boys on the back line, chat about our forward lines and composition, depth - kind of? - at D, and how many points we think we'll get in the season. We also chat about our goaltending tandem, potential progressions for Wolf, and of course we start with fondly remembering Johnny Gaudreau. Since we made it to 100 episodes, we're going to do a ticket giveaway. Whether it's a home or away game, listen for details. Thank you so much for engaging with us and lending us your ears. Let's hope for a great Flames season. Go Flames go!!!

    Flames Fancast - Episode 100

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 30, 2024 62:52


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    Flames Fancast - Episode 99

    Play Episode Listen Later May 4, 2024 50:47


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    Flames Fancast - Episode 98

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 20, 2024 56:30


    In Episode 98 of the Flames Fancast, we look back at the trade deadline and the up and down run the Flames have had since. We assess the return for both Tanev and Hanafin, chat about how our D core is meshing, unpack the Markstrom situation and how the goaltending trio shakes out for the flames, look at Conroy's big opportunity to build a roster, and generally chat about what the rest of the season holds. As always, thanks a bunch for lending us your ears.

    Flames Fancast - Episode 97

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 11, 2024 65:32


    In Episode 97 of the Flames Fancast, we look back at a busy two weeks. We assess the impacts of the Lindholm trade, look at how Kuzmenko is performing in the team and how this deal has reinvigorated some players, we discuss possible moves for Tanev and Markstrom, as well as a possible new deal or trade for Hanafin, we talk about players and their desire for a legacy, address the four-game win streak, and make predictions for next the five games. All of this and so much more in Episode 97 of the Flames Fancast. Thanks so much, as always, for listening!

    Flames Fancast - Episode 96

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 30, 2024 54:34


    In Episode 96 of the Flames Fancast, we delve into a very busy three weeks. We address our midseason form, grade our performances to date, talk about potential trade rumours and how we should approach the deadline, wonder why Coronato is underable to stay in the big league, and look at the indefinite leave of Dillon Dube. All this and more in Episode 96 of the Flames Fancast. Thanks as always for listening.

    Flames Fancast - Episode 95

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 6, 2024 54:34


    In Episode 95 of the Flames Fancast, we return after a 2 month hiatus. We dive into the months that were, analyze the progress of the team, chat about the plethora of call ups that have been given chances this season, look at some standout performances from young players, assess what in the damn hell we can possible do with Huberdeau, and chat about the direction of the team heading into February and the trade deadline. Thanks so, so much for listen, we love it and we appreciate you. Please enjoy Episode 95 of the Flames Fancast! Go Flames Go!

    Flames Fancast - Episode 94

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 29, 2023 52:42


    In Episode 94 of the Flames Fancast, we break down the "putrid" start to the season. 8 games in and things are not looking great. We discuss the impact of coaching, offensive failures, Markstrom's performances, the Rasmus Andersson hit, Hanafin's potential new deal, and the upcoming Heritage Classic and how it might serve as a springboard to new hope for our season. As always, we appreciate you tuning in. It means so much to us. Thank you so much for listening!

    Flames Fancast - Episode 93

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 10, 2023 58:30


    In Episode 93 of the Flames Fancast, we preview the 2023/24 season. We look at the options in goal, what to do with Wolf, how our defence will line up, expectations for our blue, potential forwards combinations, who needs to have a bounce back season (pretty much everyone), a few odd ball preseason predictions, and how to deal with Lindholm's expiring contract. As always, thanks for listening!!! GO FLAMES GO

    Flames Fancast - Episode 92

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 16, 2023 56:30


    In Episode 92 of the Flames Fancast, we delve into everything we've missed since April 2023. We touch on Tre and Sutter leaving the organization, and assess the strengths and abilities of their replacements. We question the depth of the search for both head coach and GM, look at our players with only a year left, discuss what to do with players who want out of the club, chat about the Taffoli trade, and guess at who might wear the "C" for us next year. As always, there's so much more in the show, so please listen, enjoy, and we'll see you for the season preview in October. Thanks a million as always!

    Flames Fancast - Episode 91

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 20, 2023 65:15


    In Episode 91 of the Flames Fancast, we put a lid on what can only be described as a disappointing season. We assign the blame (of which there is a lot), give our verdict on the playoff push, chat about season ending press conferences, discuss the departure of Tre and who could possibly be coming in, analyze the Sutter factor, and ultimately, circle back many times to how we should move forward. It's been a wild ride, and we are so thankful for you! As always, we appreciate you tuning in, and look forward to filling your ear drums around the draft!

    Flames Fancast - Episode 90

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 25, 2023 58:31


    In Episode 90 of the Flames Fancast, we return after some serious time off! We assess the overall state of the Flames, consider our playoff chances, chat about recent performances against strong and weaker teams, discuss Sutter's press conference responses (both good and bad), try to figure out how we can score more goals, attempt to dissect the most recent goaltending dynamic, and finally, give our thoughts on the trade deadline. It was a wild ride, but we think you'll enjoy it. As always, thanks a million for tuning in. See you for Episode 91!

    Flames Fancast - Episode 89

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 13, 2023 58:15


    In Episode 89 of the Flames Fancast, we assess the team's performance midway through the season. We give an overall letter grade, look at the goaltending, defensive, and offensive situations, talk about best performers, underachievers, and unsung heroes, assess the contractual situation of our general manager, and provide general discussion and analysis of the season so far. We also do a bit of an over/under game on how we think things will go for a number of Flames criteria finishing out the season. As always, we love that you listen and we hope you enjoy Episode 89 of the Flames Fancast.

    Flames Fancast - Episode 88

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 6, 2022 55:20


    In Episode 88 of the Flames Fancast, we really go deep on player performances through the first 25 games of the season. We discuss Huberdeau at length, touch on the goaltending situation, analyze Weegar's play and the evolution of our defence corps, talk about Sutter's impact on the team, and discuss how much talent is actually NHL ready in the farm. As always, we love your listens, and thanks so much. 88 episodes! Who would have thought! :)

    Flames Fancast - Episode 87

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 26, 2022 45:22


    In Episode 87 of the Flames Fancast, we assess the 6 game road trip and identify some key takeaways. We look at the last impacts of this summer's trade on Huberdeau and Weegar, wonder which of our defensemen will make the jump the the next level, assess comments made by Sutter and Markstrom, and provide you with all the usual Flames banter that you love. All this and more in Episode 87. Thanks as always for listening.

    Flames Fancast - Episode 86

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 11, 2022 62:52


    In Episode 86 of the Flames Fancast, we look back on an absolutely brutal losing streak. We discuss the goaltending situation and Markstrom's poor play, look at team chemistry, line combos, and juggling, assess our poor puck management of late, and consider the impact of Sutter's media comments and how they have affected the team. As always, thanks a million for listening. We appreciate you! Enjoy Episode 86 of the Flames Fancast.

    Flames Fancast - Episode 85

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 25, 2022 39:48


    In Episode 85 of the Flames Fancast, we dive into the first five games of the season. We chat about the bright start of Rasmus, look at the worrying -8 overall stat, discuss Markstrom and Vladar, talk special teams, and address out ability to fight back and win one goal games. As always, thanks so much for listening!

    Flames Fancast - Episode 84

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 9, 2022 51:27


    In Episode 84 of the Flames Fancast, we preview the 2022-2023 season for the Calgary Flames. We analyze recent roster moves, check out the comings and (possible) goings on the waiver wire, and evaluate the process and final produce of opening day roster selection. We examine the goaltending tandem, speculate on how our D-core will fair, and wonder how the forward lines will jell and produce with new faces. To round out, we share our breakout and dud candidates, predict season totals and finishes, and get excited for opening day. All this and more in episode 84! Thanks as always for tuning in.

    Flames Fancast - Episode 83

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 27, 2022 56:37


    In Episode 83 of the Flames Fancast, we look back on the summer that was for the Calgary Flames. And hot damn, what a summer it was. We discuss the Tkachuk trade, the Huberdeau extension, the Kadri free agent signing, and just how well Treliving turned our fortunes around. All this and much, much more in Episode 83. As always, thanks so much for listenining!

    Flames Fancast - Episode 82

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 14, 2022 56:30


    In Episode 82, we talk about the latest free agent frenzy going on in the NHL and, unfortunately, the official departure of Johnny Gaudreau.

    Flames Fancast - Episode 81

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 4, 2022 56:30


    In our season recap, we discuss the last series with the Oilers, our upcoming UFA and RFA decisions, and plans for the upcoming season. As always, thanks so much for listening. Here is to a better 2022-2023 season.

    Flames Fancast - Episode 80

    Play Episode Listen Later May 23, 2022 30:50


    In Episode 80 of the Flames Fancast, we look at games 2 & 3 in our western semi-final matchup against. Both losses sting, and for far too many reasons. We muse on how to stop McDavid, what we need to do going forward, and how we're losing the mental aspects of the game. Furthermore, we dive into mistakes which have cost us dearly, and wonder is overplaying McDavid and co will have any consequences. All this and more in Episode 80 of the Flames Fancast. Thanks as always for listening.

    Flames Fancast - Episode 79

    Play Episode Listen Later May 20, 2022 37:55


    In Episode 79 of the Flames Fancast, we start by looking at the massive game 7 win over Dallas. We talk about the game, commend Dallas on a great series, and compare the styles of Edmonton and Dallas with game 1 as our reference. We then dive into the unforeseen 9-6 win over Edmonton in game 1, analyze the game, dive into the stats, and assess goaltending for both teams going forward. What a way to start the series. All this and more on this episode of the Flames Fancast. As always, thanks a million for listening.

    Flames Fancast - Episode 78

    Play Episode Listen Later May 15, 2022 34:40


    In Episode 78 of the Flames Fancast, we digest an discuss games 1-6 of the Flames first round match up against the Stars. We look at secondary scoring, Markstrom, the top line, the D core, and everything in between. We then progress forward to what needs to be done in game 7, the consequences both good and bad, and how this game is so important to our club. Thanks as always for listening, and we hope you enjoy Episode 78 of the Flames Fancast.

    Flames Fancast - Episode 77

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 29, 2022 39:17


    In Episode 77 of the Flames Fancast, we look back on what was an absolutely stellar regular season. We reflect on highlights, top performers, and underachievers. We shift gears and look back at the past few games, analyze the mentality of the team going into the playoffs, and assess our performance since clinching the division. We round out by look at potential matchups against Dallas or Nashville, talk about what it'll take to have a successful playoff run, and end with some predictions. All this and so much more in Episode 77 of the Flames Fancast! As always, thanks a million for listening.

    Flames Fancast - Episode 76

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 15, 2022 44:11


    In Episode 76 of the Flames Fancast, we take about the home win against Seattle, and the home loss against Vegas. Yeah, that one was bad one. We briefly talk about the clinical 4 wins on the road, touch on Johnny getting over the century mark, address our playoff chances and matchups, and look ahead to the Arizona game. And, we go into favourites and not so favourites! All this and more in Episode 76 of the Flames Fancast.

    Flames Fancast - -Episode 75

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 31, 2022 62:22


    In Episode 75 of the Flames Fancast, we examine the most recent 2-1 defeat to the Avalanche. After that, we dive into the legendary 9-5 victory over the o*lers, chat about the confidence of Johnny Gaudreau, look at the deadline acquisitions of Jarnkrok and Carpenter, debate the 2-game scratching of Monahan, briefly discuss results against the Coyotes, Canucks, and Sharks, and end with a preview of the Kings game. As always, thank you a million times over for listening, and we thoroughly hope you enjoy our diamond episode of the Flames Fancast. :) ;)

    Flames Fancast - Episode 74

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 10, 2022 44:45


    In Episode 74 of the Flames Fancast, we dissect the Oilers game, since both of us were lucky enough to score seats. We talk about the difference in energy levels, how sweet it is to stick it to Edmonton, and key moments of the game. We also address the Capitals game, look at trade deadline options, assess when it's most valuable to be "hot" in the season, and make predictions for our final 25 games. All this and much more in Episode 74 of the Flames Fancast. As always, thanks a million for listening.

    Flames Fancast - Episode 73

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 26, 2022 40:52


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    Flames Fancast - Episode 72

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 29, 2022 39:55


    In Episode 72 of the Flames Fancast, we analyze our extremely hot takes from last week's show. Yeah, we killed it. We juxtapose the two St. Louis games, look back fondly on the thrashings of Columbus and Florida, and briefly lament the loss to the *ilers (fuck them). As all, we discuss the season outlook, where we're going, and what February has in store for the hopefully soon to be emotionally regulated Flames. As always, thank you so so much for listening!!!

    Flames Fancast - Episode 71

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 18, 2022 55:50


    In Episode 71 of the Flames Fancast we dive into just how goddamn bad we are. We look at our 4-game skid, losing to the Sens (at home, fuck), chat about the direction of the franchise, and ponder where we go from here. We also announce the winner of our 70th episode giveaway. Thanks so much for listening, and we truly hope you enjoy Episode 71 of the Flames Fancast.

    Flames Fancast - Episode 70

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 31, 2021 63:50


    In Episode 70 of the Flames Fancast, we analyze the 6-4 victory over the Kraken, the Flames first game against their former captain. We assess the Gio trade rumours, chat abotu the arena catastrophe, consider the Olympic cancellation, and muse about Sutter's penchant for line juggling. All this and a lot more (truly) in Episode 70 of the Flames Fancast.

    Flames Fancast - Episode 69

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 17, 2021 39:35


    Flames Fancast - Episode 69 In the midst of a COVID enforced break, there's not a lot going on for the flames right now. We discuss the pros and cons of not playing after a 4 game losing streak, ponder of the "Cy Young" comments made about Mangipane, and spitball about what's next for the Flames. As always, thanks a million for listening.

    Flames Fancast - Episode 68

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 3, 2021 49:35


    In Episode 68 of the Flames Fancast, we immediately dissect the LA game (a textbook road win). In addition, we look at player liek Kylington, Mangiapane, Valimaki, Coleman, and Markstrom, and assess the validity and credibilty of the Flames at the quarter mark of the season. I think it's safe to say, all this is beyond our wildest dreams. This, and much more on Episode 68. Thanks a million, seriously, for listening.

    Flames Fancast - Episode 67

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 19, 2021 74:52


    Flames Fancast - Episode 67 In Episode 67 of the Flames Fancast, we discuss the past three weeks of Flames hockey. We start with the 5-0 decimation of Buffalo, talk about line juggling for the forwards, hit on the emergence of Kylington, discuss Markstrom's fine form, share our thoughts on Valimaki and his Finnish interview (ahem, not the best idea), and go wild with future predictions for our beloved hockey club. This episode we're joined by special gues and long-time Flames fan Rick. He adds his two cents to our usual show. Thanks so much for listening, and we hope you enjoy!

    Flames Fancast - Episode 66

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 30, 2021 53:07


    In Episode 66 we review the 5 game stretch away, some commentary on the culture that Sutter has cultivated into the team, and a little bit of humble pie we needed to take a few slices of.

    Flames Fancast - Episode 65

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 19, 2021 56:05


    In Episode 65 of the Flames Fancast, we address the rocky start to the season. We examine the Anaheim and Edmonton games, look at player contributions, and share our thoughts on the short and long term outlooks for the season.

    Flames Fancast - Episode 64

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 25, 2021 45:30


    In episode 64 of the Flames Fancast, we analyze all the summer. From Coleman to Gudbranson (and then some), we have your summer recap covered. We also discuss the lack of a "shake up," and dive deep into the Sutter style we're all going to have to embrace. This, and much more in episode 64! Thanks so much for listening.

    Flames Fancast - Episode 63

    Play Episode Listen Later May 22, 2021 72:40


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    Flames Fancast - Episode 62

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 10, 2021 58:00


    In Episode 62 we rant about the Flames, the players, and the future. Enjoy!

    Flames Fancast - Episode 61

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 17, 2021 44:08


    In Episode 61 of the Flames Fancast, we dive deep in the hiring of Daryl Sutter. We look at the 3 game bounce since he's been behind the bench, examine some underperformers, look at what Daryl's got and done right so far, and discuss that knock out punch in the Edmonton game. All this and so much more in Episode 61. Thanks for listening. I'm off to cook a steak. :)

    Flames Fancast - Episode 60

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 2, 2021 42:35


    In Episode 60, we record after yet another disappointing lose to the Sens. We try to figure out where things are going wrong this year, how we can fix it, and if there is anything that can be salvaged from the season. This really sees us get to the heart of the Flames' progress just under halfway through the season. Thanks so much for listening, and enjoy Episode 60 of the Flames Fancast!

    Flames Fancast - Episode 59

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 3, 2021 44:57


    In Episode 59 of the Flames Fancast, we look at the recent run of games. We discuss the 3 game skid, Markstrom, the Bennett bombshell, the emergence of key players, and so much more. You can hear it all in Episode 59! Thanks for listening.

    Flames Fancast - Episode 58

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 20, 2021 43:45


    In Episode 58 of the Flames Fancast, we focus in on the start to the season. We highlight Andersson's new role, a different approach to our younger players, Gio's leadership, Markstrom, line juggling, why on earth we have a 6 day break this season, some penalty fun, and all round cautious optimism about the season. This, and so much more in Episode 58. Thanks so much for listening.

    Flames Fancast - Episode 57

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 12, 2021 45:10


    In Episode 57 of the Flames Fancast, we preview the upcoming 2021 season. We take a look at goaltending, options and parings on the blue line, and how we might line up up front. We look at a potential bounce back season for Johnny and Mony, as assess breakout candidates, team standouts, who might bust, and how we're going to fair this year. All this and more in Episode 57. Thanks so much for listening!

    Flames Fancast - Episode 56

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 12, 2020 44:27


    In episode 56 of the Flames Fancast, we discuss all things draft and free agency. We look at the Markstrom signing, inking Tanev, and briefly chat about Louis Domingue. We also look at some of our outgoings, as well as give a take on trading down in the draft and snagging Connor Zary. And as always, we weight in on how we think our core can be motivated to have a good season. All this and more in in episode 56, thanks so SO much for listening.

    Flames Fancast - Episode 55

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 1, 2020 49:32


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    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 21, 2020 54:45


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