The Bruce Ciskie Show

Pat Micheletti joins the show to talk state hockey and the Big Ten tournament, which starts Wednesday. UMD athletic director Forrest Karr drops by to celebrate three UMD teams playing in NCAA Tournaments this week.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

We preview the first UMD men's hockey home playoff games in seven years with St. Cloud State coach Brett Larson and UMD forward Max Plante.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Chris Long of KSTP-TV and Channel 45 talks state hockey tournament, and we get his reaction to winning the MSHSL's Outstanding Media Service Award.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Kevin Falness of the Minnesota Wild Radio Network joins the show before we preview the state hockey tournaments in Minnesota and Wisconsin.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Colorado College hockey coach Kris Mayotte discusses his team's season, the play and leadership of goalie Kaidan Mbereko, and this weekend's series at UMD, which could lead to a rematch next weekend if the Tigers have a good weekend here. Then, ahead of UMD's Senior Day on Saturday, we chat with senior forwards Kyle Gaffney and Kyler Kovich about the men's hockey gold medal game last weekend, life so far at UMD, and playing in the rough-and-tough NCHC.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

We remember Hoagie with Bob Nygaard, then talk some Olympics with Jess Myers of the St. Paul Pioneer Press.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Miami hockey coach Anthony Noreen talks about building a roster with 21 new players, the RedHawks' resurgent season, the crazy sports atmosphere on the Miami campus right now, and this weekend's games against UMD.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Longtime Miami hockey voice Greg Waddell joins the show to talk about the RedHawks' (so far) 14-win improvement over last season.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Pat Micheletti checks in on Olympic hockey, then we get ready for the first winter sports state tournament by chatting with Proctor/Hermantown girls hockey coach Emma Stauber.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Author and historian Bruce Berglund talks about his new book on Russian sports and politics.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

We reset the Timberwolves at the All-Star break with the great Alan Horton.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

New York Rangers radio analyst Dave Starman is a longtime friend of a show and a college hockey guy, so we catch up, talk about the Rangers, and last weekend's UMD-North Dakota series. UMD athletic director Forrest Karr also drops by the studio.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

We catch up with longtime UMD baseball coach Bob Rients as the Bulldogs prepare to start the 2026 season, possibly as soon as this weekend!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

First year North Dakota hockey coach Dane Jackson talks about the Fighting Hawks' season to date and how his older players have stepped up to lead the way.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

UMD sophomore defenseman Ty Hanson talks about the Bulldogs' struggles in the win/loss column, but shares some optimism about the team's play. We talk Olympics and more as well.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

We chat with UMD senior defender Tova Henderson about the Olympics, and discuss what UMD needs to do to start stacking some wins as the postseason approaches.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

UMD football coach Curt Wiese breaks down the Bulldogs' 2026 recruiting class and then breaks some news. Then we talk about the Vikings' big move last week with Matthew Coller of Purple Insider.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

We chat with UMD women's hockey coach Laura Schuler heading into a doubleheader weekend from Amsoil Arena, then discuss the departure of Twins president Derek Falvey with Brandon Warne of Access Twins.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Brad Schlossman of the Grand Forks Herald joins the show to talk about NCHC-leading North Dakota.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

UMD junior defenseman Aaron Pionk joins the pod and talks about the Bulldogs' season to date, their recent struggles (sort of), wearing a letter, and this weekend's games in Denver.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Denver hockey coach David Carle checks in on the Pioneers' ups and downs with a young roster, Eric Pohlkamp's goal-scoring ability, and this weekend's games against UMD.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Matt Snyder covers baseball for CBS Sports dot com and has a new book out on the history and evolution of leadoff hitters in the game. Cory Provus calls Twins games for Twins.TV and was in town last week for the Twins Caravan. We're heating up the proverbial stove on a cold Twin Ports day.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Pat Micheletti joins on college hockey and the Wild. Then some thoughts on what's been happening.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

We preview UMD vs Western Michigan this weekend. Hear from Broncos coach Pat Ferschweiler and UMD sophomore goalie Ethan Dahlmeir.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

We visit with UMD men's basketball head coach Justin Wieck.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jessi Pierce of NHL.com relives her World Junior experience and talks some Wild and NHL. Then we celebrate career win No. 300 with UMD women's basketball head coach Mandy Pearson.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Kevin Falness of the Minnesota Wild Radio Network talks about a fun game Saturday in Buffalo.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

UMD sophomore forward Jayson Shaugabay talks about the Bulldogs' strong season to date, playing on the best line in the country, a warm winter break, and much more.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

St. Cloud State men's hockey coach Brett Larson talks about his team's recent surge, the Olympics, this weekend's games against UMD, and, of course, Hoagie.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Matt Wellens of the Duluth News Tribune checks in on UMD hockey, men's and women's. NOTE: The regular show returns on Monday, but we will have a couple bonus pods for you later this week. Thanks for listening!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Pat Micheletti chides Bruce over his beloved Packers' choke job over the weekend, then we talk hockey. UMD athletic director Forrest Karr joins the show in studio to talk about the women's hockey team's trip to Ireland and more.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

UMD men's hockey captain Joey Pierce reviews the Bulldogs' first half, looks ahead to this weekend and the start of the second half sprint, and of course talks about Hoagie.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Lindenwood men's hockey coach Keith Fisher talks about his time at Hibbing Community College and St. Cloud State before long stints as a Division I assistant/associate coach with Princeton and Penn State, and how he ended up becoming a head coach for the first time with the Lions, who are at UMD this weekend.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

UMD women's hockey captain MK O'Brien discusses the return of her TikTok, UMD's trip to Europe, Hoagie, and this weekend's series against Wisconsin. Terry Hughes and Matt Lee from Sophie's Squad also join the show to talk about the organization's formation and mission. Learn more at sophiessquad.org.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

By request, here's our in-game conversation with UMD sophomore forward Zam Plante, talking about the Spengler Cup experience and more, from Friday night's exhibition game against Manitoba.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Off their trip overseas, UMD women's hockey coach Laura Schuler talks about Belfast, the games, and this weekend's series against Wisconsin.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Chris Peters of FloHockey joins on the final day of the World Juniors.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Brad Schlossman of the Grand Forks Herald checks in on a very busy time on the hockey calendar. World Juniors, Spengler Cup, and some college hockey chatter all in here.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Chris Long of KSTP-TV joins the show to talk about the biggest stories of the year in sports 2025 for Minnesota fans, and we talk a bit about the World Juniors.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Chris Peters of FloHockey joins to preview the World Juniors, with a clear focus on the hosts from Team USA. USA Hockey communications czar Dave Fischer also talks about the tournament and events happening throughout in the Twin Cities. Read Chris' outstanding World Juniors coverage at flohockey.tv. NOTE: The podcast will be on hiatus with no new shows planned until Wednesday, Dec. 31. Merry Christmas to all of you!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

From Amsoil Arena, we preview the 2026 World Juniors with: UMD's Max Plante and Adam Kleber, both part of Team USA, U.S. head coach Bob Motzko, and John Vanbiesbrouck, USA Hockey's assistant executive director of hockey operations.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

We get a midseason review from UMD women's hockey head coach Laura Schuler. NOTE: No live show Friday, back with a new show/podcast Monday. Have a splendid weekend!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.