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Are the Minnesota Wild back? Some ups, some downs, and some Jessi goalie critics as her and Kirsten take a look at the ¼ mark of the season. Plus, Jessi does promise Iowa Wild tendy Jesper Wallstedt to be kind when he finally debuts in the NHL – and he answers YOUR questions.
Michael Remis is in the host chair for Andrew "Hustler" Paterson counting down to tonight's Winnipeg Jets game vs. the Minnesota Wild and discussing the Blue Bombers locker clean out. Guests: Murat Ates of The Athletic (4:14), Darrin Bauming of Bonfire Sports (33:03), Scott Billeck of the Winnipeg Sun(57:55), Jessi Pierce of the Bardown Beauties podcast (1:24:07) and David Pagnotta of The Fourth Period (1:37:53)
Jessi and Kirsten hit Stillwater for this week's episode and this month's Beauts Live, presented by Grain Belt. We cover losing Tyson Jost on waivers, the repeated need for secondary scoring, and ask ourselves the tough question – are the Minnesota Wild actually a bad team?Presented by SotaStick (https://sotastickco.com/), brought to you by Jim Beam (https://www.jimbeam.com/) & Royal Credit Union (https://www.rcu.org/).
MOVIE REVIEW TIME: We finally chirped Kirsten Krull enough that she caved and watched the Mighty Ducks trilogy in one sitting – and compare players to the Minnesota Wild team roster. Plus, we've got NHL Network analyst Mike Rupp to help us breakdown whether Vegas and Seattle are actually as good as they appear.Presented by SotaStick (https://sotastickco.com/), brought to you by Jim Beam (https://www.jimbeam.com/) & Royal Credit Union (https://www.rcu.org/).
The high school season is upon us, and former Minnesota Wild player current Stillwater boys' varsity coach Greg Zanon tells us what to expect from the Ponies and beyond. Plus, ummmm what is going on with the Minnesota Wild.Presented by SotaStick (https://sotastickco.com/), brought to you by Jim Beam (https://www.jimbeam.com/) & Royal Credit Union (https://www.rcu.org/).
The Minnesota Wild are back – kind of. We take a look at the Wild's recent wins, and Jessi Pierce's superstitions leading them to it, and how they are working to get back to the Wild team we know and love. Plus, let's grow hockey in Minneapolis. Titans president Cory Larson joins us to discuss.Presented by SotaStick (https://sotastickco.com/), brought to you by Jim Beam (https://www.jimbeam.com/) & Royal Credit Union (https://www.rcu.org/).
Thanks to Grain Belt, Bardown Beauties went live from Dukes Pizza-Pub-Grill in Oakdale as the Minnesota Wild try to dig themselves out of an early season hole. Audra Martin joined us to talk about the season start, how the Twins fell apart and how the Mighty Ducks is the greatest movie of all time.Presented by SotaStick (https://sotastickco.com/) & brought to you by Royal Credit Union (https://www.rcu.org/).
Thanks to Grain Belt, Bardown Beauties went live from Dukes Pizza-Pub-Grill in Oakville as the Minnesota Wild try to dig themselves out of an early season hole. Audra Martin joined us to talk about the season start, how the Twins fell apart and how the Mighty Ducks is the greatest movie of all time.As always, we're created by new voice studios, presented by SotaStick, brought to you by Talk North, Grain Belt, and Royal Credit Union.
What do Taylor Swift, Kirill Kaprizov and KickliySports have in common?They're masters of their craft. Dane Mizutani of the Pioneer Press joins us to breakdown TSwift's Midnights and the early start to the Minnesota Wild season, followed by local artist Kickliy Sports who has a very special opportunity just for Bardown Beauties listeners.Plus, be sure to join us for Bardown Beauties Live on Wednesday, 10/26/22, 7 pm at Duke's in Oakdale! As always, we're created by new voice studios, presented by SotaStick, brought to you by Talk North, Grain Belt, and Royal Credit Union this is Season 4, episode 147.
What do Taylor Swift, Kirill Kaprizov and KickliySports have in common?They're masters of their craft. Dane Mizutani of the Pioneer Press joins us to breakdown TSwift's Midnights and the early start to the Minnesota Wild season, followed by local artist Kickliy Sports who has a very special opportunity just for Bardown Beauties listeners.Plus, be sure to join us for Bardown Beauties Live on Wednesday, 10/26/22, 7 pm at Duke's in Oakdale!Presented by SotaStick (https://sotastickco.com/) & brought to you by Royal Credit Union (https://www.rcu.org/).
The goals, the saves, it's all so magnificent. The NHL is in its early season swing and we have former Minnesota Wild goaltender and current NHL Network analyst Devan Dubnyk joins us to discuss. Plus, who's coming to our next live show? Thursday 10/26 7 pm at Duke's in Oakdale.Presented by SotaStick (https://sotastickco.com/) & Brought to you by Royal Credit Union (https://www.rcu.org/),
The Minnesota Vikings are going to Miami at 4-1, but what will make fans believe they're for real. Jessi Pierce (@jessi_pierce) of Before I Die and the Bardown Beauties podcast joins the show to discuss the good and the bad so far this season and the need to pound the Miami Dolphins this weekend.
Henry Lake talks with Jessi Pierce from the Bardown Beauties Podcast about the Wild's financial position, Marco Rossi's future, replacing Kevin Fiala, how they'll stack up with other Central Division teams and more.
LET'S PLAY HOCKEY, BABY! Bally Sports North broadcaster and Burnsville goaltending legend Kevin Gorg helps us unpack the preseason highs and the even higher regular season expectationsPresented by SotaStick (https://sotastickco.com/), Brought to you by Royal Credit Union (https://www.rcu.org/), & Peak Vestibular Center (https://dizzinesscare.com/).
Write it down and keep the receipts, Jessi and Kirsten make their team and individual predictions for the Minnesota Wild and across the NHL. Plus, where will the Wild finish this year?Presented by SotaStick (https://sotastickco.com/), Brought to you by Royal Credit Union (https://www.rcu.org/), & Peak Vestibular Center (https://dizzinesscare.com/).
Training camp is in full swing, the leather jackets and flannel are out – man it must be hockey season. Matt Boldy joins us to talk about the upcoming Minnesota Wild season, and his golf game, plus we start in on a few of our NHL preseason predictions.Presented by SotaStick (https://sotastickco.com/), Brought to you by Royal Credit Union (https://www.rcu.org/), & Peak Vestibular Center (https://dizzinesscare.com/).
Thanks to Grain Belt, Bardown Beauties went live from JL Beers in Burnsville as preseason camp for the Minnesota Wild began. Judd Zulgad from SKOR North joined us to breakdown season expectations and what the Wild really need to do to make a deep playoff run.As always, we're created by new voice studios, presented by SotaStick, brought to you by Talk North, Grain Belt, Royal Credit Union and Peak Vestibular Center, this is Season 4, episode 143.
Thanks to Grain Belt, Bardown Beauties went live from JL Beers in Burnsville as preseason camp for the Minnesota Wild began. Judd Zulgad from SKOR North joined us to breakdown season expectations and what the Wild really need to do to make a deep playoff run.Presented by SotaStick (https://sotastickco.com/), Brought to you by Royal Credit Union (https://www.rcu.org/), & Peak Vestibular Center (https://dizzinesscare.com/).
Hockey season is officially here as the Minnesota Wild kick off training camp this week. We check in with Wild play-by-play and all-around good dude, Joe O'Donnell to learn what we might expect out of roster cuts and more. Presented by SotaStick (https://sotastickco.com/), Brought to you by Royal Credit Union (https://www.rcu.org/), & Peak Vestibular Center (https://dizzinesscare.com/).
We're talking movies – and no, not just the ones Kirsten Krull hasn't seen. Northland Films filmmaker and director of Hockeyland, Tommy Haines joins us to discuss his latest flick all about hockey on the Iron Range.Presented by SotaStick (https://sotastickco.com/), Brought to you by Royal Credit Union (https://www.rcu.org/), & Peak Vestibular Center (https://dizzinesscare.com/).
The final part of our best of season 3 has Producer Fred highlighting clips from live shows, Nate Prosser's best chirps, and Alex Micheletti ranking the Michs (and so much more). Presented by SotaStick (https://sotastickco.com/), Brought to you by Royal Credit Union (https://www.rcu.org/), & Peak Vestibular Center (https://dizzinesscare.com/).
WE ARE BACK! 2022-2023 LET'S GO! The Sota Pod Podcast
There's no question, Season 3 of Bardown Beauties was epic. From Mikko Koivu's jersey retirement, to Dean Evason's real thoughts on that Office character reference, we had so much fun bringing you informative and mostly entertaining conversations. As always, we're created by new voice studios, presented by SotaStick, brought to you by Talk North, Royal Credit Union, Grain Belt, and Peak Vestibular Center, this is Season 3, episode 139.
There's no question, Season 3 of Bardown Beauties was epic. From Mikko Koivu's jersey retirement, to Dean Evason's real thoughts on that Office character reference, we had so much fun bringing you informative and mostly entertaining conversations. Presented by SotaStick (https://sotastickco.com/), Brought to you by Royal Credit Union (https://www.rcu.org/), & Peak Vestibular Center (https://dizzinesscare.com/).
Health, wellness and just being all-around good human beings: that's David and Kelly Backes for ya. They join us to talk about their new nutritional venture, Stalk and Spade, how they met and so much more.Plus we get an update on Kirsten's movie venture, and talk a little World Juniors puck.Presented by SotaStick (https://sotastickco.com/), Brought to you by Royal Credit Union (https://www.rcu.org/), & Peak Vestibular Center (https://dizzinesscare.com/).
The Russian eagle has landed. Yes, Kirill Kaprizov has made it safely to Minnesota. Plus we talk St. Paul Fighting Saints with Dan Whenesota and make a HUGE official announcement. As always, we're created by new voice studios, presented by SotaStick, brought to you by BettorEdge, Royal Credit Union and Peak Vestibular Center, this is Season 3, episode 137.
The Russian eagle has landed. Yes, Kirill Kaprizov has made it safely to Minnesota. Plus we talk St. Paul Fighting Saints with Dan Whenesota and make a HUGE official announcement.Presented by SotaStick (https://sotastickco.com/), Brought to you by Bettor Edge (https://www.bettoredge.com/ - Promo Code “BEAUTS” for $10 FREE), Royal Credit Union (https://www.rcu.org/), & Peak Vestibular Center (https://dizzinesscare.com/).
Dogs, wedding planning and a little bit of puck prep, we've got it all covered with our favorite former Wild player turned Boston Bruin, Charlie Coyle. Plus, Kirsten Krull helps breakdown some free agency signings.
We welcome Jessi Pierce to the Minnesota Vikings universe with a good, old-fashioned debate about Kirk Cousins? Did Kwesi Adofo-Mensah say too much about his quarterback? What expectations should we place on the Vikings this season? And what is Jessi's go-to order at Taco Bell? All of this and more on the latest Homer Horn!
The Moose is loose once again on Bardown Beauties. We check in on his summer antics, potential covert missions and more.As always, we're created by new voice studios, presented by SotaStick, brought to you by BettorEdge, Royal Credit Union and Peak Vestibular Center, this is Season 3, episode 135.
The Moose is loose once again on Bardown Beauties. We check in on his summer antics, potential covert missions and more As always, we're created by new voice studios, presented by SotaStick, brought to you by BettorEdge, Royal Credit Union and Peak Vestibular Center, this is Season 3, episode 135.
The Moose is loose once again on Bardown Beauties. We check in on his summer antics, potential covert missions and more.Presented by SotaStick (https://sotastickco.com/), Brought to you by Bettor Edge (https://www.bettoredge.com/ - Promo Code “BEAUTS” for $10 FREE), Royal Credit Union (https://www.rcu.org/), & Peak Vestibular Center (https://dizzinesscare.com/).
We're talking all things hockey with legendary Linda Cohn. That's it. That's the episode. What more could you want?Presented by SotaStick (https://sotastickco.com/), Brought to you by Bettor Edge (https://www.bettoredge.com/ - Promo Code “BEAUTS” for $10 FREE), Royal Credit Union (https://www.rcu.org/), & Peak Vestibular Center (https://dizzinesscare.com/).
Is there going to be another season of goalie drama? We break down the good, the bad and the not-so great of the Minnesota Wild's and NHL's offseason tactics. Plus, Dr. Tyler Steward of Peak Vestibular Center joins us to help educate us on concussions. Presented by SotaStick (https://sotastickco.com/), Brought to you by Bettor Edge (https://www.bettoredge.com/ - Promo Code “BEAUTS” for $10 FREE), Royal Credit Union (https://www.rcu.org/), & Peak Vestibular Center (https://dizzinesscare.com/).
Bringing it to you live from the 7 Vines Winery, Alexis and Jessi breakdown the Kevin Fiala trade, outside of hockey, what is the best part of summer and we talk to the owner of 7 Vines Winery about great hockey efforts through their best bottles of vino.Presented by SotaStick (https://sotastickco.com/), Brought to you by Bettor Edge (https://www.bettoredge.com/ - Promo Code “BEAUTS” for $10 FREE), Royal Credit Union (https://www.rcu.org/), & Peak Vestibular Center (https://dizzinesscare.com/).
We're asking the important questions to Minnesota Wild director of amateur scouting, Judd Brackett. Like, what are his draft day superstitions? And is he a sock wearer? I'm still not over it people…all that plus 2022 NHL Draft prep.Presented by SotaStick (https://sotastickco.com/), Brought to you by Jim Beam (https://www.jimbeam.com/), Bettor Edge (https://www.bettoredge.com/ - Promo Code “BEAUTS” for $10 FREE), Royal Credit Union (https://www.rcu.org/), & Peak Vestibular Center (https://dizzinesscare.com/).
Jessi's mind is blown about a player's choice (or lack thereof) of equipment while Edina's Anthony Walsh helps us highlight a unique summer showcase in Richfield.Presented by SotaStick (https://sotastickco.com/), Brought to you by Jim Beam (https://www.jimbeam.com/), Bettor Edge (https://www.bettoredge.com/ - Promo Code “BEAUTS” for $10 FREE), Royal Credit Union (https://www.rcu.org/), & Peak Vestibular Center (https://dizzinesscare.com/).
A Colorado sweep? Color us surprised. Plus is Alex Stalock actually a better forward, fisherman or goalie? We find out when the South St. Paul native (go Packers) joins us in this week's ep..Presented by SotaStick (https://sotastickco.com/), Brought to you by Jim Beam (https://www.jimbeam.com/), Bettor Edge (https://www.bettoredge.com/ - Promo Code “BEAUTS” for $10 FREE), Royal Credit Union (https://www.rcu.org/), & Peak Vestibular Center (https://dizzinesscare.com/).
Is there such a thing as scoring TOO many goals in the playoffs? Don't worry, we'll explain. Plus Alex Micheletti, the King of Twitter, joins us for hockey talk and fun.Presented by SotaStick (https://sotastickco.com/), Brought to you by Jim Beam (https://www.jimbeam.com/), Bettor Edge (https://www.bettoredge.com/ - Promo Code “BEAUTS” for $10 FREE), Royal Credit Union (https://www.rcu.org/), & Peak Vestibular Center (https://dizzinesscare.com/).
Conference Finals, Game 7s and Finland is the greatest hockey team in the World. All that plus where is the bar for Minnesota Wild expectations now and in the coming year?Presented by SotaStick (https://sotastickco.com/), Brought to you by Jim Beam (https://www.jimbeam.com/), Bettor Edge (https://www.bettoredge.com/ - Promo Code “BEAUTS” for $10 FREE), Royal Credit Union (https://www.rcu.org/), & Peak Vestibular Center (https://dizzinesscare.com/).
Billy G. is tired of the armchair GM suggestions (sorry BG) and we are here for it. We dive in (again) to what's in store for your Minnesota Wild while reading between the lines of Guerin/Evason and player avails. Plus, with Brady Tkachuk and 15 goal games we stan.Presented by SotaStick (https://sotastickco.com/), Brought to you by Jim Beam (https://www.jimbeam.com/), Bettor Edge (https://www.bettoredge.com/ - Promo Code “BEAUTS” for $10 FREE), Royal Credit Union (https://www.rcu.org/), & Peak Vestibular Center (https://dizzinesscare.com/).
Another first-round bounce for a team we were convinced had it in them to make a deep run. We'll recap what went wrong for the Minnesota Wild against the St. Louis Blues, and what's next for Wild general manager Bill Guerin and co. Plus – which bandwagon are we on now?Presented by SotaStick (https://sotastickco.com/), Brought to you by Jim Beam (https://www.jimbeam.com/), Bettor Edge (https://www.bettoredge.com/ - Promo Code “BEAUTS” for $10 FREE), Royal Credit Union (https://www.rcu.org/), & Peak Vestibular Center (https://dizzinesscare.com/).
Alexis Pearson of the Minnesota Wild Radio Network and Bardown Beauties joins to discuss the Wild vs. Blues playoff series, her booming broadcasting career, and controversial topics such as #couchgate, the wave, and the Minnesota Meltdown.
A series tied 2-2 – are we really surprised? The Blues and Wild could be going the distance as we have Paul Anderson, better known as ‘That Guy From the Third Period Jumbotron' join to talk how the fans truly have created a home ice advantage unlike any other. Plus, Jessi and Alexis give their key players from each side that could be the difference in who takes the series.Presented by SotaStick (https://sotastickco.com/), Brought to you by Jim Beam (https://www.jimbeam.com/), Bettor Edge (https://www.bettoredge.com/ - Promo Code “BEAUTS” for $10 FREE), & Royal Credit Union (https://www.rcu.org/).
PLAYOFF HOCKEY IS HERE and we're breaking down everything you need to know about the Minnesota Wild's first round matchup against the St. Louis Blues. Even better Lou Korac, Blues writer for NHL.com joins us to share his thoughts on the series from the enemy's perspective.Presented by SotaStick (https://sotastickco.com/), Brought to you by Jim Beam (https://www.jimbeam.com/), Bettor Edge (https://www.bettoredge.com/ - Promo Code “BEAUTS” for $10 FREE), & Royal Credit Union (https://www.rcu.org/).
The date is set, but the location is still to be determined. We look ahead to the Wild's first round playoff matchup against the Blues as well as discuss how Dean might handle the goalie situation in the playoffs. Plus we catch up with multi-time Bardown Beauties guest Calen Addison and see how things are going down in Iowa.As always, we're created by new voice studios, presented by SotaStick, brought to you by Jim Beam, BettorEdge and Royal Credit Union this is Season 3, episode 122.
The date is set, but the location is still to be determined. We look ahead to the Wild's first round playoff matchup against the Blues as well as discuss how Dean might handle the goalie situation in the playoffs. Plus we catch up with multi-time Bardown Beauties guest Calen Addison and see how things are going down in Iowa.Presented by SotaStick (https://sotastickco.com/), Brought to you by Jim Beam (https://www.jimbeam.com/), Bettor Edge (https://www.bettoredge.com/ - Promo Code “BEAUTS” for $10 FREE), & Royal Credit Union (https://www.rcu.org/).
Is hockey getting too fancy? Are sports losing their fun? We attack the curmudgeons of the sports world, plus look ahead at the final few games of the Wild's regular season. And, Richfield's own Meredith Lang's impact on diversity in hockey has caught the eye of the National Hockey League as the mother of two was named a finalist for this year's Willie O'Ree Community Hero Award.Presented by SotaStick (https://sotastickco.com/), Brought to you by Jim Beam (https://www.jimbeam.com/), Bettor Edge (https://www.bettoredge.com/ - Promo Code “BEAUTS” for $10 FREE), & Royal Credit Union (https://www.rcu.org/).
We're not trying to dog on the boys in black and white, but have the officials lost their marbles in some cases this year? We make the call, plus Joe O'Donnell joins us to talk about – what else – the Minnesota Wild.Presented by SotaStick (https://sotastickco.com/), Brought to you by Jim Beam (https://www.jimbeam.com/), Bettor Edge (https://www.bettoredge.com/ - Promo Code “BEAUTS” for $10 FREE), & Royal Credit Union (https://www.rcu.org/).
Gophers or Mavs? It's Frozen Four week and we've got TWO teams squaring off in the semifinals. Gopher junior forward Bryce Brodzinski joins us to tell us why it will be the U of M that gets a shot at the championship. Plus, the wild continue to work toward home ice advantage in the playoffs but will have to grab some big road wins in the process.Presented by SotaStick (https://sotastickco.com/), Brought to you by Jim Beam (https://www.jimbeam.com/), Bettor Edge (https://www.bettoredge.com/ - Promo Code “BEAUTS” for $10 FREE).