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CHN Insiders Podcast

College Hockey News
College Hockey
NCAA
Penn State
NIL
North Dakota
Transfer Portal
Gavin Mckenna
Hockey East
Western Michigan
Wisconsin
NCAA Tournament
Denver
Michigan
Boston University
Arizona State
USHL
Frozen Four
Big Ten
NCHC
Major Junior Hockey

Weekly roundtable discussion about college hockey, with the College Hockey News staff. Plus interviews, insights, analysis and more. Submit your questions via X @chnews. Hosted by Adam Wodon and Mike McMahon.

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Our first offseason special, and there's a lot to talk about. We discuss the transfer portal and all the shenanigans therein; who are the winners and losers. Plus, the new proposed NCAA age eligibility rules, and the havoc that may cause. Then there ... more

Recorded live from T-Mobile Arena while at the Frozen Four in Las Vegas, we chat with Scott Wheeler of the The Athletic, who covers NHL prospects. We talk about his latest NHL Draft rankings, and how Gavin McKenna, BU's Tynan Lawrence and others stac... more

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Recorded live from T-Mobile Arena while at the Frozen Four in Las Vegas, we chat with Brian Slagel, the founder of Metal Blade records, whose compilation album Metal Massacre gave Metallica its start. Brian a Las Vegas resident and a massive hockey f... more

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Recorded live from T-Mobile Arena while at the Frozen Four in Las Vegas, we chat with former North Dakota player and coach Cary Eades. Most specifically, he was on the 1982 team that last played Wisconsin in the Frozen Four, a legendary game that fea... more

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Recent Guests

Brian Slagel
Founder of Metal Blade Records, former host of Metal Misconduct podcast
Metal Blade Records
Episode: CHN Insiders - Interview: Brian Slagel
Cary Eades
Former North Dakota national champion, longtime coach
North Dakota/College Hockey News
Episode: CHN Insiders - Interview: Cary Eades
Rick Gotkin
Head Coach, Mercyhurst University Men's Ice Hockey
Mercyhurst University
Episode: CHN Insiders - Interview: Rick Gotkin
Andrew Mahoney
Boston Globe writer
The Boston Globe
Episode: CHN Insiders - 2026 National Championship Show
David Shane
Las Vegas Review-Journal
Las Vegas Review Journal
Episode: CHN Insiders - 2026 National Championship Show
Scott Wheeler
The Athletic
The Athletic
Episode: CHN Insiders - 2026 National Championship Show
Kedrick Stumbers
Badger Breakaway
UW Badger Breakaway
Episode: CHN Insiders - 2026 National Championship Show
Nick Tremaroli
Let's Go DU
Let's Go DU
Episode: CHN Insiders - 2026 National Championship Show
Rick Gawken
Former Mercyhurst coach, longtime contributor
Mercyhurst University
Episode: CHN Insiders - 2026 Frozen Four Show

Hosts

Adam Wodon
Host of CHN Insiders series and related College Hockey News programs; lead interviewer with deep sourcing across college hockey.
Mike McMahon
Co-host; regular contributor and interviewer with a focus on program analysis and guest coordination.

Reviews

4.4 out of 5 stars from 69 ratings
  • Great Rant!

    Love the rant! Transparency is better. A great day to be a Bomber!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    marcohockey20
    United Statesa year ago
  • Waste of time

    Same crap week after week. Bunch of nobody’s blowing hot air. The guests are the only things worth listening to.

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    yojoeblow
    United States2 years ago
  • Keep it on Hockey

    Leave your left leaning politics out of the podcast and stick to poorly covering all college hockey except the northeast hockey teams.

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    Mdpetals
    United States4 years ago
  • Owen Power is not good

    Wow Owen Power was truly one of the worst players on the ice vs ND all weekend. He plays with low effort, no emotion, and mistake prone. Was excited to see him play but now feel awful for Buffalo…

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Go Irish2323
    United States4 years ago
  • Go elsewhere

    This is bad

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    aldo montoya
    United States4 years ago

Listeners Say

Key themes from listener reviews, highlighting what works and what could be improved about the show.

Positive notes highlight strong guest quality and depth of industry insight.
Some critiques point to political commentary seeping into episodes and distractions from hockey.
Mixed feedback on consistency and pacing, with strong praise for in-depth draft and prospect coverage.
Sponsorship-friendly due to high-profile guests and industry relevance.
Listeners value candid, insider-focused analysis and varied guest expertise.

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Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

CHN Insiders - Interview: Brian Slagel
Q: What is your favorite rock and metal, I mean hockey and metal connection story?
The Yager–Metallica connection stands out: friends introduced Yager to Metallica, leading to a backstage meetup with Penguins players and Metallica during the Load studio period, highlighting how intertwined hockey and metal worlds can be.
CHN Insiders - 2026-21 - David Carle
Q: What are your thoughts on expanding the NCAA tournament to 20 teams and increasing game counts?
Carle and the hosts discuss potential benefits of more teams and games for exposure and revenue, balanced against logistical and competitive considerations, with Maryville's entry looming as a catalyst for broader expansion discussion.
CHN Insiders - 2026-21 - David Carle
Q: How do you see the major junior route affecting NCAA development and competition for American players?
He explains there is increasing optionality for players which will push colleges to refine development pathways, while NTDP remains strong; competition is not a threat but a driver for growth and better experiences for players.
CHN Insiders - 2026-21 - David Carle
Q: Did you see all of it and what was your reaction to watching the Olympics?
Carle talks about watching some events, noting the American gold medal in both men's and women's tournaments and emphasizing the high level of competition and atmosphere, while acknowledging the event as a growth catalyst for hockey globally and in the US.
CHN Insiders - 2026-22 - Playoff Time
Q: Mark asks, what goaltending depth would the Boston Bruins need to consider adding in the near term?
The hosts discuss a candidate like Max Lundgren from Merrimack and emphasize the premium on size and consistency in goal, noting the importance of finding a reliable depth option who can contribute without requiring an immediate, transformative upgrade.

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A weekly roundtable and interview show centered on college hockey, offering a mix of in-depth analysis, insider perspectives, and industry chatter. Discussions frequently cover NIL dynamics, coaching moves, recruitment, college-to-pro pipelines, regional rivalries, and the evolving economics shaping programs big and small. Guests range from prospect analysts and reporters to coaches and executives, delivering practical takeaways for teams, sponsors, and media partners alike. The show stands out for its insider access, long-running host dialogue, and a willingness to connect on-ice developments to broader sports culture and policy topics.

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Recent guests on CHN Insiders Podcast include:

1. Brian Slagel
2. Cary Eades
3. Rick Gotkin
4. Andrew Mahoney
5. David Shane
6. Scott Wheeler
7. Kedrick Stumbers
8. Nick Tremaroli

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