Signals From The Deep

It's a very special 32nd episode! It's the final episode before our summer break and the final episode for producer extraordinaire, Grant Beery as he heads off to a new gig. As the Seattle Kraken wrap up the '24-'25 season, our hosts Piper Shaw and JT Brown sit down with goaltender Joey Daccord to talk about his journey so far with the organization. After being selected in the Expansion Draft, leading the Firebirds to the Calder Cup Final, and now gaining the starting netminder job, Joey discusses what this organization means to him and why he's committed long term to Seattle. Joey also shares insights on how players like Brandon Montour, Chandler Stephenson, and others contribute to the locker room as well as his process for staying in shape and mentally prepared to stop pucks every night. Thanks for listening all season! Stay tuned for some special episodes during the summer, and we'll return to our regular schedule in the fall.

We've had him on the show with other guests before, but this time John Forslund joins hosts Piper Shaw and JT Brown all by himself for an in-depth conversation about his life, his career, and his process. John shares stories of traveling through blizzards with the Whalers, how his friendship with Edzo has grown over the years, and the significance of the "Hey Hey Whaddya Say?" goal call he's used for decades. There's so much more the trio cover, so settle in for an incredible chat with the Voice of the Kraken.

Piper and JT are on the road, but that won't stop them from bringing you another episode of Signals From the Deep! Our intrepid hosts catch you up on the latest additions and departures after this season's trade deadline, the impact of the Kraken's Finnish phenoms, especially Eeli Tolvanen and Jani Nyman, who scored his first NHL goal against Montreal. Lastly, Piper and JT talk about the return of Philipp Grubauer to the lineup and how he and Joey Daccord performed during the latest homestand.

It blew up on social media, so you know we're dedicating the top of our show to learning all about JT's newest tattoo, Jar Jar Binks playing hockey. Piper and Grant get to the bottom of why Jar Jar, why now, and what he has to say to the haters. Also this week, our hosts discuss the return of the Kraken captain, Jordan Eberle and how that will affect the team as the season starts to wind down. Even though we recorded before the trade deadline on March 7th, the crew also talks about what the day means for players and what to expect as deals are made around the NHL and potentially in Seattle.

It's time for another listener mailbag! Piper Shaw, JT Brown, and Grant answer a selection of questions submitted by listeners about everything from rules, to road life, to JT's take on potato salad. Later on, our hosts are joined by Brock McGillis to discuss his journey as the first openly gay professional hockey player. Brock also details his career after hockey as a public speaker, advocating for inclusion in sports. His Shiftmakers Tour is starting across the US after completing a successful run all over Canada. You can learn more about Brock and the Shiftmakers Tour at brockmcgillis.com

It's almost time for the 4 Nations Face-Off! Kaapo Kakko will be representing the Kraken on Team Finland during the tournament, and Hosts Piper Shaw and JT Brown discuss the who, what, where, and how to watch for the entire tournament. Our hosts are also planning on using the time away from the rink to visit their favorite Disney theme parks, so what better way kick off the break than a game of match the Kraken player to the Disney attraction? Jaden Schwartz then joins the show to talk about his role as a leader with the team, what he learned during his years in St. Louis on the way to a Stanley Cup, and how his golf game compares to JT's.

It's Episode 26, and everyone is back together in the Emerald City! Hosts Piper Shaw and JT Brown discuss the upcoming mom's trip for the players and what JT remembers from parents trips during his time in the NHL. Hot vs. cold takes about rules, suspensions, and outdoor games are debated by the crew before Kraken defenseman Josh Mahura joins the show. He gives us insight on the origin of his nickname, "Muzz", his top 5 candy choices, and more.

The latest episode of "Signals from the Deep" dives into the Seattle Kraken's current state as they navigate the challenges of consistency in their game going into another long road trip. Hosts Piper Shah and JT Brown then take to the locker room to interview Josh Mahura, Brandon Montour, and Ryker Evans about the proper way for a dog to wear pants. All this and more in our very first episode of 2025!

This week, hosts Piper Shaw and JT Brown join us on the road from Denver, Colorado just before the Kraken's final regular season game against the Avalanche this season. They talk about the Kaapo Kakko trade, how the road trip has progressed so far, Yanni Gourde's viral interview with Piper, and what the holiday break will bring for each of them. From all us at Signals From the Deep, we hope you have a happy holiday season and we'll see you again in 2025!

He's back, and this time it's permanent. Host Piper Shaw introduces her new co-host for every new episode of Signals from the Deep, JT Brown. The duo talk about the events of the Kraken's latest east coast swing, including the chance of a lifetime for an amateur goalie getting the call up to backup for the team at Madison Square Garden.

Happy Thanksgiving! Join hosts Piper Shaw and Ian Furness as they dive into the latest Kraken updates and indulge in some Thanksgiving-themed discussions. They explore some of the players' favorite family meal traditions and reflect on the team's performance as the holidays approach. Piper, Ian, and Grant also answer a few listener questions.

The latest episode of Signals from the Deep dives into the Seattle Kraken's recent performances, highlighting the recent road trip and a couple of slow starts at home. Alison Lukan, JT Brown, and host Piper Shaw then discuss the impact of the Kraken's fourth line in securing two wins in a row at home. The conversation also touches on the significance of Hockey Fights Cancer month, with heartfelt reflections from Alison on her personal experiences with cancer in her family.

The Kraken are in the middle of a road trip, so host Piper Shaw is calling in this week from her hotel room Ottawa before the Kraken's game against the Senators. Special guest host and Kraken radio color commentator Al Kinisky joins her as they talk about the fun of living the last week out of a suitcase. The pair break down the Kraken's performance so far on the trip and what to expect before they head home on November 8th. Piper also sits down with Tye Kartye, Andre Burakovsky, and Brandon Tanev to learn what they do to make life away from home a little more fun.

This episode of Signals from the Deep is all about new beginnings! With a focus on the cultural shift under new leadership, host Piper Shaw and guest host Everett Fitzhugh discuss standout performances from the team in the last four games, including Jordan Eberle's impact as the newly named captain. The conversation also touches on the latest community events at KCI and how they're driving more inclusivity in hockey.

The latest episode of "Signals from the Deep" features a lively discussion with Yanni Gourde, who shares insights on the importance of physical play and energy in hockey. He emphasizes how bringing that intensity can shift the momentum of a game, making it a crucial aspect of his role on the Kraken. Hosts Piper Shaw and JT Brown also chat with Yanni about his favorite games to play on team flights as well as their predictions for the upcoming Super Skills Showcase happening in November.

We're back from our summer vacation! Well, some of us are, anyway. As our dear friend Nick Olczyk transitions to his new home in Utah, we welcome the new host of Signals From the Deep: Piper Shaw! For her inaugural episode, Piper is joined by our guest host for the week, Alison Lukan, giving fans #TheExperience. They break down what fans can expect with the newly launched Kraken Hockey Network, your new local home for Kraken games. We also chat about additions to the coaching staff and roster, the extensions GM Ron Francis signed this offseason, and interview one of the newest faces on the team, Brandon Montour.

We're back from our summer vacation! With development camp in full swing, Nick and Grant take the opportunity to sit down with Dan Bylsma, the newly installed head coach of the Seattle Kraken.Coach Bylsma takes us through his journey from his playing career to his transition to behind the bench and what shaped him into the coach he is today. He then shares his thoughts on his coaching staff and how recent additions like Bob Woods and Jess Campbell will compliment the existing core. Finally, Nick gets Dan to share his outlook on how the upcoming season will unfold.

Road trip! Nick and Grant have traveled south to sunny Coachella Valley to bring you the latest from Acrisure Arena as the Firebirds get ready to play their first home game of the 2024 AHL Calder Cup Playoffs.First up: Ryker Evans, Shane Wright, John Hayden, and Chris Driedger chat with Nick about the first two games of the series against the Calgary Wranglers and what it will take to win on Wednesday night. After that, Nick and Grant are joined by Hall of Fame goaltender and current Firebirds color analyst Grant Fuhr. He shares stories about juggling baseball and hockey in school, his time with Wayne Gretzky and the Edmonton Oilers, and how he made the transition from the goal crease to the broadcast booth.

The podcast looks south to sunny Coachella Valley to check in with the voice of the Firebirds, Evan Pivnick. Evan regales us with tales of his career path from Bowling Green State University to the AHL and everything in between. Nick and Evan also provide a nice preview for the Firebirds upcoming playoff run, letting us know what to watch for as the team looks to repeat the historic run they had in their inaugural season.

Nick welcomes Piper Shaw of ROOT Sports for our latest installment of the podcast. They discuss Piper's beginnings in St. Cloud, MN, her path to Seattle, and what motivates her to tell the stories of the Kraken. Piper and Nick give analysis on the trade deadline moves by GM Ron Francis and how that sets the team up for a final playoff push.

It's the one year anniversary of the podcast! To help us celebrate, Nick has brought in former player and current TNT and MSG studio analyst Anson Carter to discuss his journey from growing up in Scarbrough, Ontario to the NHL, where he played for eight different teams. Anson also talks about his experience as a Black player in college and professional hockey and how he's used his position to make the game better for future Black players.

The Seattle Kraken have kicked off 2024 in style with a shutout win at the Winter Classic! Host Nick Olczyk has brought in ROOT Sports' very own Eddie Olczyk, JT Brown, and John Forslund to talk about their experiences at T-Mobile Park on New Year's Day. The crew reminisce about past outdoor games and how the Kraken look as a team coming into the second half of the season.

The big 1-0! You asked, we listened. Host Nick and Producer Grant sit down and discuss questions submitted by the listeners and Kraken fans from inside Climate Pledge Arena during a recent pregame. Topics include the rules of hockey, Coachella Valley Firebirds prospects, how coaches and GMs make their moves, and the upcoming Winter Classic.

This week, host Nick Olczyk is joined by KJR newcomer Al Kinisky. They talk about Al's start in hockey, his career in the business world after his playing days, all the way up to his newest gig alongside Everett Fitzhugh on Kraken radio broadcasts.

Everett Fitzhugh is back for round two of his conversation with Nick Olczyk. This time around, the two talk more about Everett's time with the Kraken and what he thinks the next season will look like for the Kraken coming off of a playoff berth and some notable changes to the roster.

The radio voice of the Seattle Kraken, Everett Fitzhugh, joins host Nick Olczyk for a chat that is so in-depth (pun intended), we had to split it into two episodes. This first installment highlights Everett's career path to the NHL, calling games for college and minor league teams along the way. Part 2 coming soon!

We're Back! After a brief summer vacation, host Nick Olczyk is joined by 93.3 KJR NHL Studio Host Mike Benton. The two talk about the origin of Mike's passion for hockey, the Kraken's success last season, and what to expect from the newest additions to the club.

The Kraken are in the playoffs! Nick sits down with the team's color commentator JT Brown from ROOT Sports to discuss his upbringing in Minnesota and how that blossomed into a career in the NHL. JT also shares his insight into what the Kraken has accomplished so far in the postseason and what to expect in Round 2.

This week, Signals from the Deep looks north of the border as Nick Olczyk chats with Elliotte Friedman of Sportsnet, NHL Network, CBC's Hockey Night in Canada, and the wildly popular "32 Thoughts" podcast. Elliotte discusses his career as a hockey journalist, how the Kraken have fared so far from their inception to the team's first playoff berth, and also what fans in Seattle can expect in this summer's amateur draft and beyond.

This week, host Nick Olczyk is joined by fellow ROOT Sports analyst Alison Lukan. They talk about Alison's journey to the Kraken, how analytics in hockey has evolved over the years, then answer a few questions from our listeners.

This week, host Nick Olczyk is joined by Seattle Kraken GM Ron Francis and Assistant GM Ricky Olczyk. They discus their backgrounds, history together in the NHL, and vision for the Kraken as the team fights for a playoff spot.

For the first episode, Nick is joined by fellow ROOT Sports broadcasters John Forslund and Eddie Olczyk. Topics discussed include John and Edzo's history together, the current state of the Kraken, and possible moves before this week's trade deadline. Signals of the Deep is the official podcast of the Seattle Kraken. Hosted by Nick Olczyk and produced by Grant Beery.

Are you ready to dive even deeper? Signals from the Deep is the official podcast from the Seattle Kraken. Hosted by broadcaster Nick Olczyk, every episode will feature exclusive interviews, analysis, and dispatches from the road. Don't miss the first installment featuring guests John Forslund and Eddie Olczyk breaking down their chemistry, how the season has gone so far and what we might expect this week before the trade deadline.