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https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLxONuw60a0sJXul6nw7-lmlyjgB-lkn5C&si=nqCc-4aNAl6ZsKidThe legendary Stephen R. Bissette joins Chris and Steven us for a CRYB! interview discussion spanning the breadth of his historic career as a writer, artist, editor, and publisher. Topics covered include SWAMP THING, TABOO, the Kubert School, and countless other things, all on the occasion of the first-ever collection of Bissette's landmark indie classic, TYRANT (1994, Spiderbaby Grafix). Lighthouse Press and its publisher, Chris Stevens, have just launched a Kickstarter campaign to bring this magnificent work back into print, with the help of design guru extraordinaire, Jim Rugg! Everybody, please go and support this Kickstarter here…https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/comicslighthouse/bissette-tyrant-deluxe-editions…and enjoy our nearly three-hour discussion with one of the true living legends of the comic book art form!COMICS ROT YOUR BRAIN! is a deep dive into ‘80s comics (plus a few notable exceptions). In this weekly podcast, screenwriters Steven Bagatourian (AMERICAN GUN) and Christopher Derrick (STAR TREK: PICARD) discuss their favorite books, runs, and creators from the Bronze Age.STEPHEN R. BISSETTE Interview! Tyrant, Swamp Thing, Taboo, Kubert School, and More!SHOWNOTES/TIMESTAMPS
Get ready to protect your sticks and your wallet this holiday season! In this special episode, Lee Elias shares a limited-time deal from Hockey Wraparound, the industry leader in off-ice stick protection. For four days only, you can get 25% off all Wraparound and Green Biscuit products—no code needed! Learn how this family-owned business is helping players train smarter and save money, and how supporting it helps keep Our Kids Play Hockey going strong.
This week on The Wraparound Roundtable, we kick off the official 2025 season with content creator and rising hockey influencer Kazxi — and trust us, this episode is an inspiration for hockey dreamers of all ages.
Welcome back to The Wraparound Roundtable – our annual celebration of the hockey community through giveaways, gratitude, and a glimpse behind the scenes of the creators who shape your kids' hockey universe.
What good is hard work if you lose the joy that got you started? Former pro goalie Paul Cohen knows that hustle alone isn't enough to truly succeed — in sports, business, or life. In this episode, he shares what his experience on the ice, in corporate, and as a coach taught him about leading a team and building a culture of trust. We also dive into how his coaching philosophy has changed, his "work hard but have fun" motto, and what parents need to know about helping their kids reach the next level in hockey. Topics discussed: Introduction (00:00) Paul's hockey and coaching career (01:25) “Work hard and have fun” coaching philosophy (06:09) The story behind Ultimate Hockey Fans (09:08) 3 pillars of building a trusting team culture (13:03) Why routines are crucial for success (15:25) What it takes to move up in hockey (18:41) Why fun matters at every level of sport (21:39) The inspiration for Twig and Biscuit (22:58) Paul's 2025-26 hockey season predictions (26:37) What brought you JOY today? (28:02) Resources: Mitlin Financial: https://www.mitlinfinancial.com/ The JOY and Productivity Journal by Lawrence Sprung: https://www.amazon.com/JOY-Productivity-Journal-brought-mindset/dp/B0CYQFYW54/ Download Your Free Copy of the Couple's JOYful Money Guide: https://mitlin.us/CouplesJOY Connect with Larry Sprung: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lawrencesprung/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/larry_sprung/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/LawrenceDSprung/ X (Twitter): https://x.com/Lawrence_Sprung Connect with Paul Cohen: Twig and Biscuit Instagram: https://instagram.com/twigandbiscuit_hky/ Ultimate Hockey Fans Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/Ultimatehockeyfans/ Twig and Biscuit Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/people/Twig-Biscuit-Hockey/61577412381528/ Ultimate Hockey Fans Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/UltimateHockeyFans/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/rink-rats-publishing/ Ultimate Hockey Fans YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@ultimatehockeyfans8709 Twig and Biscuit Website: https://twigbiscuit.com/ Ultimate Hockey Fans Website: https://ultimatehockeyfans.com/ About Our Guest: Paul Cohen is a semi-retired, performance-driven sales professional with over 15 years of experience at PepsiCo, where he thrived in fast-paced, high-volume environments. Renowned for his creative leadership and consistent success in achieving company objectives, Paul built an outstanding track record in cultivating new business, generating sales, driving marketing initiatives, and fostering exceptional customer relationships. His expertise in analyzing and solving complex business challenges, combined with his unwavering commitment to honesty, integrity, and responsiveness, has set him apart as a trusted leader and partner. Beyond his corporate career, Paul is the founder of Ultimate Hockey Fans and Balanced2Day, an award-winning author; Twig & Biscuit: Learn to Play Hockey and a former professional hockey player -11-year career and was the first goalie in AHL history to score a goal. He has owned and operated Goalie and Hockey camps across North America and Europe, sharing his passion for the sport and mentoring the next generation of athletes. One of the most fun ways that I have ever shared my love for hockey is co-writing Twig & Biscuit: Learn to Play Hockey with my co-author Lee Elias and starting our own publishing company, Rink Rats Publishing. It is the perfect welcome gift for new hockey players, helping them feel confident and excited about the game. This book makes the transition into the youth hockey world fun and easy through an engaging story, step-by-step dressing instructions, and an equipment vocabulary section. Disclosure: Guests on the Mitlin Money Mindset are not affiliated with CWM, LLC, and opinions expressed herein may not be representative of CWM, LLC. CWM, LLC is not responsible for the guest's content linked on this site. This episode was produced by Podcast Boutique https://www.podcastboutique.com
In this week's episode of Our Kids Play Goalie, Lee Elias, Christy Casciano-Burns, and Mike Bonelli welcome a true icon in women's hockey—Sami Jo Small, three-time Olympian, two-time gold medalist, and a lifelong advocate for inclusion, purpose, and team unity.From being the only girl on the street in Winnipeg playing road hockey with her brother's friends, to starting in net for Team Canada, Sami's path wasn't just unconventional—it was groundbreaking.We explore:Her early days as “the girl goalie” and how inclusion, support, and street hockey shaped her identity.Why playing in boys' leagues taught her resilience—and what we can all learn from being “different” on the team.What her parents got right about letting her play—and how small decisions from adults can shape a child's future.Stanford, mechanical engineering, and club hockey on a men's team—how she kept joy in the game without the pressure of being seen.How she made Team Canada almost by accident, thanks to a chance meeting, a bold leap of faith, and one coach who believed in her.How it felt to be told she wouldn't start in the 2002 Olympic gold medal game—and how that moment shaped her understanding of roles, leadership, and humility.The myth of the “one goalie system” and how goalies can and should support each other.What it really means to be part of a championship team—and how we can teach this to our kids now, at every level of youth hockey.Why joy—not ambition—should drive a young athlete's development.Her daughter's decision to leave hockey and how Sami learned to support a completely different kind of journey.This episode is a masterclass in humility, perspective, and purpose. Whether you're raising a goalie, coaching one, or are one, Sami's story will change the way you see the game—and the people in it.
Calling all young hockey players and future broadcasters! In this episode of The Ride to the Rink, broadcaster Jamie Hersch joins Lee Elias to share how kids can turn their love for sports into an exciting career in broadcasting.