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2 Ales and Hockey Tales with Wally

Brent Walton
Hockey
Germany
Cardiff Devils
Manchester Storm
Youth Hockey
Canada
Mental Health
NHL
Cardiff
Coaching
Cardiff Canucks
Western Michigan University
AHL
Wales
Landshut
Western Michigan Broncos
ECHL
Ontario
Spengler Cup
Ice Hockey

Interesting hockey people and stories from around the world. Each episode will spotlight a persons hockey journey / career and best stories. Hosted by Brent Walton 10 year pro in the AHL, ECHL, Germany, Denmark and the UK

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Latest Episodes

-Getting ready to play your first NHL game and wishing every player could have that feeling

-The mental grind of pro hockey and going up and down from the show for a decade

-Remembering hockey is fun and being on a TEAM again to close out your care... more

-26 years after being Elmira Sugar Kings, were still friends

-Starting your own hockey academy and doing it to help the kids love the game the way you do

-Winning together in Bietigheim, Germany and the friendships that last a lifetime

-Learning from the good and bad coaches you had and taking what is useful... more

-Making your Manchester Storm debut at 17 years old in front of over 11,500 fans

-Knowing your role and the player you want to be and where you want to go

-Learning from the old man and wearing 44 when you can

-The Manchester Storm are going for i... more

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Recent Guests

Tyson Strachan
Former NHL defenseman who played for six NHL teams and the Cardiff Devils.
Hockey Wealth Group
Episode: Episode 524 Tyson Strachan
Nigel Hope
Former hockey player, Sugar Kings alumni, guest on the show
Elmira Sugar Kings (alumni); various teams mentioned
Episode: Episode 523 Nigel Hope
Doug Andress
Former professional hockey player
Beedingheim/BC/Various European teams
Episode: Episode 522 Doug Andress
Mark Thomas
Father, former professional with Manchester Storm, Sheffield Steelers
Storm/Steelers and UK hockey community
Episode: Episode 521 Bailey and Mark Thomas
Leigh Hudson
Hockey personality from Manchester, guest on the show
Episode: Episode 520 Leigh Hudson
Cody Lampl
Former professional hockey player and current coach
Germany national teams (women's program) and club teams
Episode: Episode 519 Cody Lampl
Luke Piggott
Former professional hockey player, coach, and cancer researcher
Cardiff Devils (historical), ENL clubs, various European teams
Episode: Episode 518 Luke Piggott
Matt Lees
Hockey personality and founder of Ca Cardiff Ducks; match-night announcer for Cardiff Devils; known as Matt the Hitman Lees
Cardiff Devils (announcer)
Episode: Episode 517 Matt Lees
Cash Weber
Rising AAA hockey player from Almyra, Ontario
Guelph Gryphons (team mentioned)
Episode: Episode 516 Cash Weber

Hosts

Brent Walton
Host of the show, bridging hockey stories across years and leagues; former pro player.
Wally Walton
Co-host guiding conversation and interviewing guests; long-time hockey enthusiast.

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 175 ratings
  • Wally is the best

    Wally is the best

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Coch wally
    Canada9 months ago
  • #390 Brad Farynuk

    I really enjoyed this episode. The States, Japan and Italy, what an interesting career!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    KarenSCP
    United States2 years ago
  • Manchester Storm

    5*s from a fan of the chocolatey Manchester Storm.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Swannton_Bomb
    United Kingdom4 years ago
  • We all want to be #shed guys right?!!

    Whether you love or dislike hockey this loveable fun loving larger than life Wally from across the pond has a heart and talent that brings ‘shed guys’ from the world of hockey together from past and present that lands you right in the middle of their fascinating world. It’s truly a heart warming tearful and colourful journey so hang on to your hats folks and let him and his shed guys ‘run a muck’ on the listening device of your choosing and have your stash of chocolates at the ready……

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Cen Jones
    United Kingdom4 years ago
  • Wally’s back.

    Man oh man...it’s so damn good to hear Wally back and able to chat with the boys. Awesome first episode, can’t wait to hear more. Keep it up ya beauty.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    MyNameIsJeph
    United Kingdom5 years ago

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Guests and topics are consistently engaging for fans who enjoy candid career insights.
Listeners praise the host's passion and warmth, especially in European hockey stories.
The show is appreciated for strong interviews and a sense of hockey community.
Fans highlight heartwarming moments and stories that mix personal life with sport.

Chart Rankings

How this podcast ranks in the Apple Podcasts, Spotify and YouTube charts.

Apple Podcasts
#107
United Kingdom/Sports/Hockey
Apple Podcasts
#176
Germany/Sports/Hockey
Apple Podcasts
#91
Austria/Sports/Hockey
Apple Podcasts
#202
Denmark/Sports/Hockey

Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

Episode 524 Tyson Strachan
Q: So you grow up in Saskatchewan. You're playing for Tisdale. Is that your hometown?
Strachan says he grew up in Melfort and played one year in Tisdale. He had played multiple sports and only later decided to focus on hockey, after Tisdale's AAA team offered him a place and won the national championship.
Episode 524 Tyson Strachan
Q: How nervous are you when you're getting the call up?
Strachan says he was highly nervous before his first NHL game, shaking for hours in the hotel room while his roommate slept. He eventually played, and the lasting memory was sitting in his stall afterward, absorbing the moment and feeling that nobody could take the achievement away.
Episode 523 Nigel Hope
Q: Question number 2: How have you managed mental health and personal relationships while staying connected to hockey?
They discuss imposter syndrome, therapy-like self-reflection, and seeking tools (like mindfulness and, later, psychedelic-assisted healing) to rebuild self-worth and healthier family dynamics while still valuing the sport.
Episode 523 Nigel Hope
Q: Question number 1: How did your path in hockey evolve from junior B to the pros and beyond?
The guest describes a winding journey with varying teams, setbacks, and moments of doubt, underscoring that success isn't linear and that personal growth often comes from navigating through imperfect paths.
Episode 521 Bailey and Mark Thomas
Q: How did Bailey end up balancing training with studies and three teams this season?
Bailey explains that he trains multiple sessions weekly with three different teams, coordinating schedules with coaches to balance development, practice, and schooling, while keeping focus on growth.

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4. Mark Thomas
5. Leigh Hudson
6. Cody Lampl
7. Luke Piggott
8. Matt Lees

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