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Bottle Rocket with Alena Sycheva

Alena Sycheva
Hockey
NHL
New York Islanders
New York Rangers
Archive Footage
Toronto Maple Leafs
Stan Fischler
Long Island Arena
Philanthropy
Emotional Connections
New Jersey Devils
Stanley Cup
Vancouver Canucks
Ken Morrow
Baseball
1980 Olympics
Boston Red Sox
Jim Rice
New York Yankees
Blue Jays

A hockey podcast that blends classic wisdom, modern takes, and a few good chirps along the way. Each episode, Alena Sycheva sits down with hockey legends, journalists, and insiders to talk about the game’s biggest stories, unforgettable moments, and untold behind-the-scenes tales.

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Glenn has had a rare front-row seat to two NHL expansion eras — witnessing the birth of the Washington Capitals in the 1970s and later the Seattle Kraken decades later. From early expansion struggles to how the league learned (and evolved), Glenn sha... more

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In Episode 20 of Bottle Rocket, we’re joined by Jason Helman, a nationally recognized PGA of Canada professional with over 25 years of coaching experience.

While Jason is best known as a golf instructor, he’s followed hockey closely for decades and ... more

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On this episode, we’re joined by Bruce Bennett — one of the most influential figures in hockey photography and visual storytelling.

For nearly five decades, Bruce has documented the game at the highest level, covering over 5,800 NHL games, six Olymp... more

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Ronnie Shuker joins Bottle Rocket for a wide-ranging conversation about hockey far beyond the box score.

An author and Editor-at-Large at The Hockey News, Ronnie has taken the game to some of the most unexpected places on Earth — from North Korea an... more

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Jason Helman
A nationally recognized PGA of Canada professional with over 25 years in the game, a top instructor and coach.
PGA of Canada
Episode: Bottle Rocket with Alena Sycheva Episode 20: Jason Helman - What Hockey Can Learn From Golf
Bruce Bennett
One of the most influential figures in hockey imagery and visual storytelling.
Getty Images
Episode: Bottle Rocket with Alena Sycheva Episode 19: Bruce Bennett on Photographing Hockey’s Most Iconic Moments
Ronnie Shuker
Author and editor at large at The Hockey News, known for traveling the world playing hockey.
The Hockey News
Episode: Bottle Rocket with Alena Sycheva Episode 18: Ronnie Shuker on Travel, Culture & the Game
Neil Smith
Significant figure in modern hockey history, architect of the 1994 New York Rangers
Episode: Bottle Rocket with Alena Sycheva Episode 16: Neil Smith on Blockbuster Trades, Leafs Trouble & NHL Reality.
Steve Simmons
Longtime Toronto sports columnist
Toronto Sun
Episode: Bottle Rocket with Alena Sycheva Episode 15: Steve Simmons — Sunday Sun Journalist on the NHL, the Leafs & Hockey Media
Matthew Blittner
A prolific hockey author and historian.
Devil's Rider for sportsology.com
Episode: Bottle Rocket with Alena Sycheva Episode14: Matthew Blittner — One of Hockey’s Leading Authors on the NHL Today
Bobby Holik
Two-Time Stanley Cup Champion and former NHL player
New Jersey Devils
Episode: Bottle Rocket with Alena Sycheva Episode 11: Two-Time Cup Champion Bobby Holik Joins Bottle Rocket.
Len Gould
A philanthropist and collector dedicated to preserving hockey history
Episode: Bottle Rocket with Alena Sycheva Episode 9: Exclusive Access with Len Gould - The Rarest Hockey Footage on Earth
Joe Rossi
Author of Remembering the Long Island Arena.
Episode: Bottle Rocket with Alena Sycheva Episode 6: Joe Rossi Breaks Down Hockey Like You’ve Never Heard

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Alena Sycheva
Host of the show, engaging listeners with hockey legends, journalists, and insiders, delivering stories on unforgettable moments and behind-the-scenes insights.

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Bottle Rocket with Alena Sycheva Episode 20: Jason Helman - What Hockey Can Learn From Golf
Q: How do you coach an athlete through a slump without breaking their confidence?
You first need to help them shift their attitude and build their confidence back up, recognizing that their confidence is already broken.
Bottle Rocket with Alena Sycheva Episode 18: Ronnie Shuker on Travel, Culture & the Game
Q: What's your view of fighting in the NHL?
Ronnie believes fighting can be acceptable in the game but is glad fighters are being phased out.
Bottle Rocket with Alena Sycheva Episode 18: Ronnie Shuker on Travel, Culture & the Game
Q: Did you win?
Yes, we beat the Indian players in a hockey game at high altitude, winning 6-2.
Bottle Rocket with Alena Sycheva Episode 18: Ronnie Shuker on Travel, Culture & the Game
Q: What was your best experience in Canada? What was your favorite spot and why?
Ronnie recalls visiting the crash site of hockey player Bill Barilko, which gave him a new perspective on the story behind it.
Bottle Rocket with Alena Sycheva Episode 17: Joe Dionisio on a Life in the Game - Hockey, Hollywood & Zambonis
Q: Joe, how hard was it to learn and how fun is it to drive a Zamboni?
Driving a Zamboni is complex with multiple levers to manage but becomes easier with practice.

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