Podcast appearances and mentions of Blake Bolden

Portal Updates, Final Four, Blake Bolden and Drake Road Races, and Lawn Care - M H1

The Hockey Show is back from the break and there's a lot for the boys to get to. We start off with our hot takes, winners and losers of the week and David spends way too much time talking about goalies while Roy fills us in on how some former Florida Panthers are doing in Calgary. Then, Blake Bolden of ESPN and Prime Monday Night Hockey joins the show to tell us about her first experience doing color commentary, the life of a scout in the NHL and her experience seeing Gladiator 2 with her husband. Plus, what has gone wrong in New York and can the Columbus Blue Jackets or Calgary Flames make a surprise run at the Playoffs? Finally, it's time for our Panthers recap after a split week with a loss to the Colorado Avalanche and a win over the Utah Hockey Club. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Notre Dame's in the Semis, Blake Bolden of Drake Relays, and 2000 ISU Basketball - F H1

We're bringing you the individual interviews from the LIVE taping of the Gill Connections podcast from the 2023 USTFCCCA Convention. Check us out again this year on December 16th at 6pm est on ⁠YOUTUBE ⁠or at the Gill Athletics booth in Orlando.

Women in historically male dominated spaces? Yeah, we love that. Let's celebrate some of the women who are making history this year from Ruth Chepngetich, the new marathon record holder to Jessica Campbell, the first full-time assistant coach in the NHL. We end it all with an interview with one of those trailblazers, ESPN's Blake Bolden. From playing hockey with the boys to trailblazing the way as a player and scout, Blake is forging one impressive path in hockey. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Join Andre Iguodala and Evan Turner as they sit down with Blake Bolden, a trailblazing figure in women's hockey who became the first African-American player to compete in the National Women's Hockey League (NWHL). Throughout the show, hey explore Bolden's remarkable journey, the challenges she faced as a minority in the sport, and her unwavering commitment to promoting diversity and inclusion in hockey. Andre and Evan also discuss the importance of understanding debt, and the long-term impact of financial decisions on this week's edition of Money Moves. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The Morning Rush 4/17/2024 Hour Two - Blake Bolden previews the Drake Relays and more from Ross in Spain

Manon Rhéaume & Blake Bolden join host Jesse Cohen to discuss the LA Kings Selects, a U12 Girls tournament team with tryouts on March 23rd which will compete in the PIP's Rochester tournament in June. Then Chance Clarke joins the program to discuss his design work on Aaron Dell's Ontario Reign pads.

The Morning Rush 2/8/24 Hour Two - Travis and Ross chat with Blake Bolden of the Drake Relays and catch up with Bruno!

This week Tara chats with pro scout and Growth & Inclusion Specialist for the LA Kings, and ESPN reporter Blake Bolden.

University of Wisconsin's star sophomore Laila Edwards is the first Black woman to make the U.S. Women's National Hockey Team. After an incredible freshman season that ended with Wisconsin's record seventh national title, she now adds representing the U.S. to her resume.  Inspired by a chance meeting with Blake Bolden, the first Black woman to play professional hockey, Laila is showing a new generation that they can not only play hockey, but thrive in the sport.  Ahead of tonight's Team USA vs Team Canada matchup, Andscape's Branson Wright shares Laila's story, how crucial her family was to her journey to the U.S. National Team, and what her future holds. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The Morning Rush 7-19-23 Hour Two - Travis and Ross chat with Blake Bolden and Bryan Bennett

Lance offers his frank assessment of the Drake Relays and where director Blake Bolden and the Drake administration need to improve for future years and if the traditional bad weather for the event can ever be overcome. He also looks at Upper Iowa's decision to eliminate men's track and field and cross country and if there are other programs in Iowa that could be on the chopping block. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/lance-bergeson8/support

Adam Emmenecker Remembers Willie McCarter, Blake Bolden on the Drake Relays, and More - Friday Hour 2

In the first hour of Game Play, Matt Cauz gets into which NBA team is the most fascinating right now and who he'd most cheer for to win a title. Then Matt is joined by Canadian Olympic swimming phenom, Summer McIntosh, to discuss her remarkable journey and the incredible rise in the world rankings followed by PWHPA member and Los Angeles Kings scout, Blake Bolden, to discuss being a role model for women's hockey and breaking barriers as the first African-American pro scout.

PWHPA player and LA Kings scout, Blake Bolden joins Game Play to discuss her sensational career ranging from on and off the ice, creating her own initiatives to educate young girls, becoming a role model by breaking barriers and blazing her own trail after becoming the first African-American female scout in the NHL.

Blake Bolden is a professional Ice Hockey player for the Boston Blades, where she won two national titles and works to pave the way in the sport for young black girls such as herself. She is also an NHL reporter on ESPN and a professional scout as well as a growth and inclusion specialist for the LA Kings!In this podcast, Blake discusses her journey with ice hockey from a young age to her mid-thirties and her struggles to fit in, accept who she was, and deal with the ups and downs that come with being an elite athlete. “Just tell yourself you can do this, you can be bold and face whatever fear, whatever doubt. Just face it, head on.” - Blake Bolden

This week I'm doing something a little different. I have an interview not a guest. Back in March I and another beat reporter for the Cleveland Monsters had a chance to sit down and chat with Blake Bolden, current scout for the LA Kings, about her goals, how she's seen hockey in Cleveland grow amongst girls, and being a role model. At the end of the episode, I let you al know what I'm reading this week.

Blake Bolden joins Jared Shafran and Josh Schaefer on the latest episode of The Reign Check.

Emery and Caleb Discuss Kyler Murray's Contract Clauses and Blake Bolden Hops on To Talk Drake Relay's - Thursday Hour 2

This week on Montgomery & Co., the Colorado Avalanche defeated the Tampa Bay Lightning to win the Stanley Cup. So we have to talk some puck. We have Erica Ayala of Black Rosie Media on to talk about the Stanley Cup FInal, as well as access for people of color in the media. Also, we have Blake Bolden, pro scout for the Los Angeles Kings and the first black woman ever drafted in the NWHL. Plus, we give the 101 on the WNBA's Commissioner Cup Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This week on Montgomery & Co., the Colorado Avalanche defeated the Tampa Bay Lightning to win the Stanley Cup. So we have to talk some puck. We have Erica Ayala of Black Rosie Media on to talk about the Stanley Cup FInal, as well as access for people of color in the media. Also, we have Blake Bolden, pro scout for the Los Angeles Kings and the first black woman ever drafted in the NWHL. Plus, we give the 101 on the WNBA's Commissioner's Cup Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoicesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week on Montgomery & Co., the Colorado Avalanche defeated the Tampa Bay Lightning to win the Stanley Cup. So we have to talk some puck. We have Erica Ayala of Black Rosie Media on to talk about the Stanley Cup FInal, as well as access for people of color in the media. Also, we have Blake Bolden, pro scout for the Los Angeles Kings and the first black woman ever drafted in the NWHL. Plus, we give the 101 on the WNBA's Commissioner's Cup Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Today’s Let’s Talk Indianola features Blake Bolden, Directory of the Drake Relays about the state track and field event in 2022.

Blake Bolden is a star women's hockey player that was the first ever African American to play in the National Women's Hockey League. She then went on to become the second ever female scout in the NHL currently working with the L.A. Kings and also works for ESPN as an NHL reporter. She is a trailblazer beyond the ice as we chat about her upbringing as a minority in hockey, responsibilities as a role model to so many young kids, being an NHL scout, life on TV and her brand Becoming Bold aiming to inspire the next generation. Subscribe to our podcast channel to not miss a new episode! Head to TorchPro.com for more all-access content with athletes.

Blake Bolden, women's hockey trailblazer and Cleveland native, join Tony and Nicole for the latest episode as a special Women's History Month guest. Bolden talks about her path in hockey starting from playing on youth boys teams to working as Growth & Inclusion Specialist/Pro Scout for the LA Kings now, and what it means to continue to be able to help grow the game of hockey for girls and women.

Spain and Fitz talk Thursday Night Football between the Falcons and Patriots and a big decision for the Browns at QB -- Aaron Goldhammer joins to discuss. Quickies covers Antonio Brown causing drama again, a change to the WNBA playoff format and MLB MVPs. Packers WR Allen Lazard joins to talk the team's success and Aaron Rodgers' vaccination lie, a few of the biggest NFL match-ups of Week 11 and Game Changers with NWHL player, Kings scout and ESPN NHL reporter Blake Bolden. Plus, Spain calls out Fitz on his S.B. B.S. 

Host Erica L. Ayala talks to her absolute favorite hockey player of all time, Blake Bolden. Learn about Blake's revamped mentorship program and all the different things she's doing in hockey with the LA Kings (yes, our Division Rivals) and NHL on ESPN. Learn more about Blake and her mentorship program Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! BetOnline AG There is only 1 place that has you covered and 1 place we trust. Betonline.ag! Sign up today for a free account at betonline.ag and use that promocode: LOCKEDON for your 50% welcome bonus. Built Bar Built Bar is a protein bar that tastes like a candy bar. Go to builtbar.com and use promo code “LOCKED15,” and you'll get 15% off your next order. Shopify Go to Shopify.com/lockedonnhl for a FREE fourteen-day trial and get full access to Shopify's entire suite of features Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Host Erica L. Ayala talks to her absolute favorite hockey player of all time, Blake Bolden. Learn about Blake's revamped mentorship program and all the different things she's doing in hockey with the LA Kings (yes, our Division Rivals) and NHL on ESPN.  Learn more about Blake and her mentorship program Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! BetOnline AG There is only 1 place that has you covered and 1 place we trust. Betonline.ag! Sign up today for a free account at betonline.ag and use that promocode: LOCKEDON for your 50% welcome bonus. Built Bar Built Bar is a protein bar that tastes like a candy bar. Go to builtbar.com and use promo code “LOCKED15,” and you'll get 15% off your next order. Shopify Go to Shopify.com/lockedonnhl for a FREE fourteen-day trial and get full access to Shopify's entire suite of features Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Intro Song Credit: YAA! Koala @yaakoala Song: Do Mushies Not Coke Outro Sound Credit: YAA! Koala @yaakoala Song: Don’t Stop   Blake Bolden opens the show discussing what it means to “be bold”, pushing the glass ceiling, and being authentically you.— she is a trailblazer in the hockey world!    Her mom gave birth to her at a very young age and showed Blake what it meant to sacrifice for your child… Growing up in Ohio is discussed. How did having the sport of hockey help "take her out of her shell"? Listen in to find out.    7:21 10 year old birthday memory!? Blake shares with the listeners how her parents surprised her  with an awesome —ice skating— themed birthday party, equipped with mascot and all! —  Blake also chats about how her dad won the lottery & took both Blake and her momma on a  vacation cruise!   11 Minutes in this talented young lady chats about loving the sport of track, being inspired by Serena and Venus Williams,  and becoming a Detroit redwings fan at a super young age.    Blake joined a AAA boys team at a young age in her home state of Ohio— that started her competitive career. She said “her dad was nervous and knew she would be crushed if she didn’t make the team”— luckily for Blake, she made it and excelled.    18 Minutes in — Blake chats about decision making  at age 13— how  she needed to move to Lake Placid NY to play at a high level with females in order to play at the collegiate level. — She went on to play for Boston College afterwards (also discussed in this episode).    Blake happily chats about how incredible her professional ice hockey career was as well!   We wrap up this episode as Blake discusses being an  NHL LA kings pro scout, creating her own custom hockey stick, and she ends the show with some positive pop!   Please also subscribe to our The BosBabes YouTube channel This episode of the BosBabes lifestyle sports podcast is brought to you by one of our sponsors BetOnline.AG. You can head to their website or mobile app to sign up for a FREE account & use promo code CLNS50 for your sign up bonus!-- Your online sportsbook experts.   Visit www.primaryjane.com and use promo code BOSBABES15 at checkout for 15% off all of their premium CBD hemp products!  

On this special episode Chris is joined by Blake Bolden who was the first Black woman in the World to play pro hockey and the second-ever female pro scout in the NHL with the LA Kings. https://twitter.com/SportBlake https://www.instagram.com/sportblakePlease follow, rate and review. Also check out atpsports.net

On this special episode Chris is joined by Blake Bolden who was the first Black woman in the World to play pro hockey and the second-ever female pro scout in the NHL with the LA Kings. https://twitter.com/SportBlake https://www.instagram.com/sportblakePlease follow, rate and review. Also check out atpsports.net

Luc Robitaille joins the show to talk about the power of having a strong work ethic and why he hired Blake Bolden. He shares some Wayne Gretzky stories and discusses playing in Game 7 of the 1993 Western Conference Final against the Toronto Maple Leafs. He discusses the growth of the game and the future of Kings prospects Akil Thomas and Quinton Byfield. But first; Elijah shares his thoughts on the upcoming Stanley Cup Playoffs and Kwame welcomes Hockey 4 Youth founder Moe Hasham to the show to talk about his passion for hockey and the work he is doing with boys and girls that are playing hockey. https://hockey4youth.org 

This week we were lucky enough to be joined by Blake Bolden - Pro Scout for the LA Kings, Player, Verbero Ambassador, Broadcaster, Coach & Mentor. Her resume is loaded with firsts and we are super thankful that she agreed to be the first women player we interviewed on this podcast. We really enjoyed hearing more about the trajectory of the women's game, Saying YES to opportunities that come your way, taking pride in being a role-model and much more. Thanks BB!

Blake Bolden is a true trailblazer. After being an NCAA All-American at Boston College,Bolden has gone on to be the 1st Black player drafted in the 1st round of the CWHL, the 1st Black player to compete in the NWHL, NWHL Isobel Cup winner, only the 2nd woman to be an NHL scout and the 1st Black woman in the position.

Erica Ayala is a journalist and youth justice advocate, whose work has been featured in The Athletic, The New York Times, and Sports Illustrated. She shares her reaction to earning a PG Sports Social Media Award and the common bond it created with NWHL champion Blake Bolden, her journey into sports that can be summarized with a Foo Fighters metaphor, and our efforts to get a certain member of the 2020 Forbes 30 Under 30 list to join the podcast. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/tsbtelevision/support

Welcome to the very first episode of Barrier Breaking Women! On this episode, A.J. sits down with the first Black player to compete in the National Women's Hockey League and the second woman ever to be a NHL pro scout, Blake Bolden. The two discuss what it is like being a Black woman playing hockey and the microaggressions dealt with along the way, how Blake pivoted when her goal to be the first Black Olympic player to represent the national team was taken away, and also what Blake hopes to see for the future of Black girls in hockey. How did you"Mela-win" this week?

Blake Bolden, the first black woman to scout for an NHL team, joins Craig on this week's Full 60. Blake, who was the number one out of 40 influential people on the Athletic's 40 under 40 in the NHL last summer talks with Craig about her journey in hockey. Blake shares stories of starting to learn to skate late, how she developed her skills, how she never gave up despite abuse pointed in her direction by hockey parents and fellow players and how ultimately she became a role model for young black girls interested in hockey. In addition to being a pro scout for the Kings, Blake is also the LA Kings Growth and Inclusion Specialist and talks about her first meeting with Luc Robitaille, her admiration for Willie O'Ree and her desire to win multiple Stanley Cups with the Kings.  Blake, who sits on a committee with the NHL on inclusion and diversity in hockey has also set her sights on one day achieving her goal becoming the first female General Manager in NHL history. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

We have some queens of the game taking over the podcast. Kelsey Kolzer, Blake Bolden, Saroya Tinker and Sarah Nurse kick Akil, Elijah and Kwame off their own show for a special episode with special guest and Hall Of Fame inductee Angela James. AJ joins the conversation to talk about growing up playing hockey, the disappointment of not making team Canada and the joy of being a mother and coaching young girls of colour. But first Blake, Saroya, Sarah and Kelsey chat it up about how they have been keeping busy, the state of women’s hockey and the joy they have being sisters in the game.     Shout out and congrats to Blake Bolden on her first signature hockey stick from Verbero. Pick yours up at: https://www.verbero.com/pages/blake-bolden

Blake Bolden is one of the coolest people I have ever met, who has accomplished many amazing things. She was a captain on Boston College's Division 1 Women's Ice Hockey team and was named Hockey East Defensive Player of the Year as well as First Team Hockey East All-Star her senior year. She was the first black hockey player taken in the first round of the CWHL as well as the first to play in the NWHL, and in February 2020, she became the first black female NHL scout. Also, another fun fact about her is that she partnered with Verbero to create the first female-named hockey stick. As you can see, she isn't short of accomplishments, and the list could go on! If you want to reach Blake or follow along on her journey, she can be found on Instagram @sportblake or on her website at blakebolden.com. Thanks for tuning in!

In this episode, we welcome, Blake Bolden.   Blake Bolden is an American women's ice hockey player. She became the first African-American player to compete in the National Women's Hockey League. In February 2020, Blake became the first black female pro scout for the Los Angeles Kings in the NHL and the second-ever female pro scout in the NHL.   Donate to the show at Patreon.com/thecuriouscompetitor   #curiouscompetitor ____ FOLLOW ALONG IG: https://bit.ly/2TiHuEn @connorcarrick Twitter: https://bit.ly/2GVWdju @connorcarrick YouTube: https://bit.ly/2OJDDl2 TikTok: @connorcarrick Facebook: @connorcarrickofficial

Kaprizov has landed stateside, outdoor NHL games, and we've got NWHL AND Bardown Beauties jerseys to talk about. Plus is 'The Tourney' going to happen in 2021? LA Scout and growth inclusion specialist Blake Bolden also joins to tell us how she has managed to be such a kickass woman in hockey. All that and more in episode 51.Thanks to SotaStick - https://sotastickco.com/ 

This 1v1 with Kwame is a little different because he's not only joined by one but 5 amazing females that are making major moves in the hockey. Sarah Nurse, Kianna Scott, Blake Bolden Kelsey Kolzer and Saroya Tinker join the conversation.  These ladies talk about their careers in hockey and the change that is coming. Each of these ladies are proud to be pioneers and it's time for them to share their stories. 

Kaprizov has landed stateside, outdoor NHL games, and we've got NWHL AND Bardown Beauties jerseys to talk about. Plus is 'The Tourney' going to happen in 2021? LA Scout and growth inclusion specialist Blake Bolden also joins to tell us how she has managed to be such a kickass woman in hockey.

On the ninth episode of the show, Jaclyn Hawkins sat down with Blake Bolden, a scout with the Los Angeles Kings. Among many achievements in her life(such as being the first black woman to become an NHL scout and the first black player in the NWHL to name a few), Blake also played in the PWHPA, CWHL and even for HC Lugano in Switzerland. She was recently featured on the cover of USA Hockey Magazine. Bolden reflects on finding her love for the game through a family member, playing as mostly the only girl on her teams, and being the only black player on many teams until her senior year at Boston College. She talks about diversity and inclusion in the game and what needs to change. Throughout the conversation, Blake opens up about the various community efforts the LA Kings organization is doing and her involvement. Despite COVID-19 restrictions, Blake is working on various projects and it's exciting to hear what the organization is doing to spread awareness for the game as well as creating more diversity within the sport.

Erica L. Ayala returns to sing the high praises of Made for the W, a platform that amplifies sneaker culture in women's sports. Hear a clip from Erica's interview with co-founders Melani Carter, Bria Janelle, and general counsel Simran Kaleka.Erica also get very excited that she dropped a Blake Bolden reference on a WBB podcast. She does after all LOVE A STRONG CROSSOVER!Links mentioned in this episode:Sole SistersLegend of the Air SwoopesBlake Bolden is a BAD, BAD woman!Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! TheragunTry Theragun RISK-FREE for THIRTY-DAYS. Go to Theragun.com/LOCKEDON right now and get your Gen 4 Theragun TODAY. Built BarBuilt Bar is a protein bar that tastes like a candy bar. Go to builtbar.com and use promo code “LOCKEDON,” and you'll get 20% off your next order.BuiltGoVisit BuiltGO.com and use promo code “LOCKED,” and you'll get 20% off your next order. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Today on The Lunch, Andi Petrillo welcomes back TSN hockey insider Bob McKenzie in his return to radio to discuss his latest book, "Everyday Hockey Heroes, Vol. II". Then in this week's edition of "Trailblazer Tuesday", Andi is joined by three-time NWHL All-Star, the 2019 Defensive Player of the Year and the first black female NHL scout with the Los Angeles Kings, Blake Bolden to discuss her journey in hockey.

Erica L. Ayala returns to sing the high praises of Made for the W, a platform that amplifies sneaker culture in women's sports. Hear a clip from Erica's interview with co-founders Melani Carter, Bria Janelle, and general counsel Simran Kaleka. Erica also get very excited that she dropped a Blake Bolden reference on a WBB podcast. She does after all LOVE A STRONG CROSSOVER! Links mentioned in this episode: Sole Sisters Legend of the Air Swoopes Blake Bolden is a BAD, BAD woman! Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors!  Theragun Try Theragun RISK-FREE for THIRTY-DAYS. Go to Theragun.com/LOCKEDON right now and get your Gen 4 Theragun TODAY.  Built Bar Built Bar is a protein bar that tastes like a candy bar. Go to builtbar.com and use promo code “LOCKEDON,” and you’ll get 20% off your next order. BuiltGo Visit BuiltGO.com and use promo code “LOCKED,” and you’ll get 20% off your next order. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Professional hockey player and scout with the LA Kings Blake Bolden joins Andi Petrillo to share stories of her career, the impact she's had on the game as the first black women to play pro hockey and the NHL's first black female scout, how she got involved with the Kings and what she's doing as a role model to inspire young women in hockey.

Liam McHugh hosts a conversation between Jamal Mayers, Blake Bolden, and Anson Carter - three members of the NHL's soon-to-be-announced Player Inclusion Committee. Their wide-ranging discussion includes their goals for the committee, the powerful "In Union There Is Strength" social media video that Anson produced, their recommendations for fostering change at all levels of hockey, and much more.2:40-5:35 Anson's inspiration for producing his powerful video5:35-8:50 Jamal, Blake, and Anson discuss their new role with the NHL8:50-12:55 How can NHL players make a difference beyond offering support on social media?12:55-17:10 Ways to foster a more inclusive environment at the youth level17:10-20:45 Examples of how diversity can lead to positive change in the sport20:50-24:30 Importance of making people feel comfortable to speak up 24:30-End Anson's passionate closing remarks

F4P Archives: Remember that time women's hockey defender Blake Bolden played hockey in Switzerland? We caught up with Bolden to discuss living & playing abroad, how she spent her free time, and much more!

Episode 6 talks about some current events going on in our culture for black women. Peace and Love Email: blackpositivepodcast@gmail.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/blackpositivepod Youtube: https://youtu.be/4FwS6nQfix4 Apple Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/black-and-positive-podcast/id1499498120 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/13B0tEeypHbeJKEUn122W4?si=mubqxgxrT6-Dqu4QfcS3dg Soundcloud: https://soundcloud.com/blackpositivepodcast/episode-6-black-women-bosses WFM apparel: https://shopwfmapparel.com/ Blake Bolden: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8t_tWkRVnA8 The Hair Hive: https://www.thhbuffalo.com/ Mary McLeod Bethune: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qq2PrTWFZ3c Music: https://www.bensound.com

In this episode featuring Blake Bolden, we discuss how she started playing hockey and some of the common misconceptions people have about the sport. We talk about her breaking down barriers, making history and what that means to her. And lastly, we dive into personal branding, her becoming a scout and what she wants her legacy to be going forward.

I spent three days with Blake Bolden as the American Legacy Black Hockey History museum made its way through Southern California. Bolden discusses Black History mobile museum, explains how #TeamMoreMelanin got her on the Kings radar, and chats about dealing with micro-aggressions in women’s hockey.

Jackie Redmond and Ryan Callahan start the podcast looking at Ovi's chances of breaking Gretzky's goal record and the panic being felt in Toronto with Freddy Andersen going down to injury (4:00). Jackie wonders if Elvis Merzlikins has catapulted himself into the Calder Trophy conversation, and Ryan chimes in on the Battle of Alberta as he reminisces about some of the more heated rivalries that he was involved in as a player (12:00). The two play a little game of trade matchmaker and take a look at a few of the top trade targets and what teams would be the best fit for them (24:00). Blake Bolden, LA Kings scout and the first African American player to compete in the NWHL hopped on the line to chat about her role with the LA Kings, growing the sport and hanging out with Wyclef Jean, she also tells a few good stories that you have to hear (30:00).  Jackie and Ryan finish the show by giving out a few "Hockey Oscars" and Callahan looks back at the most ridiculous promotional request he's ever gotten (50:00). 

First uploaded for my patrons, here is a fun interview with Blake Bolden live from the Aurora Games. Blake talked about the first-ofits-kind women’s sports festival & dishes about a potential cookbook.

It may be hot outside, but we continue to storm forward into the offseason. We talk Checkers winning the Calder Cup, summer hockey events, and women's hockey with special guests Alyssa Gagliardi and Blake Bolden.

Josh Fisher joins for the second hour as the guys talk about what Des Moines should name their AAF team and who would be working which duties for the team including how to get the WHO TV Weather Team involved, after discussing how pigs can dispose of a body a caller gives some pointers via the film "Snatch," Blake Bolden talks Drake Relays, being honored by Missouri State and Drake basketball playing for multiple championships and the guys retouch discussing Bryce Harper to the Phillies and Jason Witten back to the Cowboys

Feature photo: Drake Relays’ Slam Dunk Competition featuring Blake Boldon (far left), defending champion Ricky Robertson (with flag), judges and competitions©Jim Kirby 2019    On this edition of the Next Level Iowa Podcast we again, talk with Blake Bolden and get his thoughts about the Drake Relays’ Slam Dunk Competition held at Half-time at the Drake Men’s […]

Producer Erick Zamora is one of the few cheering for the Rams not against the Patriots and we discuss what happens to fans of relocated teams, is all the all-star shuffling like a potential Anthony Davis deal bad for the NBA, Ross' Roulette and Blake Bolden talks Drake Relays

Ross' Roulette, Blake Bolden on the Drake Relays, Noble Burkhead on Wrestlemania and more.

In this episode I spoke with William Douglas, the founder of The Color of Hockey. We talked about how he founded the blog, how it's grown, favorite stories, the USA hockey/Blake Bolden issue and his interactions with the hockey community. The Color of Hockey: https://colorofhockey.com/ Trevor Daley story: https://colorofhockey.com/2016/06/14/trevor-daley-gets-stanley-cup-first-in-tribute-to-the-player-and-his-ailing-mom/ Kaliya Johnson story: https://colorofhockey.com/2015/02/10/surgery-behind-her-an-eagle-looks-to-soar-to-ncaa-title-winter-olympics-slot/ William Douglas on NPR: http://www.npr.org/2014/01/23/265239109/is-the-color-of-hockey-changing

In this episode of the RunIowa podcast Dave and Rob reflect on Boston (Rob even talks a little controversy), we speak with Blake Boldon, the Director of the Drake Relays coming up next week, and Of the Weeks include a Gladiator Assault run and tips for getting faster. Thanks for joining us on Apple Podcasts, Podbean, and Google Play!