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Coliseum Chronicles: the Penalty Box Podcast

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New York Islanders
Hockey
NHL
Stanley Cup
Matt Martin
Pittsburgh Penguins
Minor League Hockey
Kevin Macdonald
Philadelphia Flyers
OHL
Draftkings
Physicality In Hockey
Gord Dineen
Shoresy
Enforcers
Detroit Red Wings
Baton Rouge
Hershey
Long Island Youth Hockey
Montreal Canadiens

Coliseum Chronicles: The Penalty Box podcast is your #1 source for New York Islanders enforcer interviews & information. Whether you're an Islanders fan or a hockey fan who appreciates the more physical side of the game, this is the show for you! #THPN

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On this episode of the "Off the Island" series, I welcome Ryan Shmyr to the Penalty Box. The tale of Ryan's career is an interesting one. Fans are used to the bruising winger who'll drop the gloves to defend a teammat... more

Thanks for tuning in everybody!

On this episode of the "Off the Island" series, I welcome Ryan Shmyr to the Penalty Box. The tale of Ryan's career is an interesting one. Fans are used to the bruising winger who'll drop the gloves to defend a teammat... more

Thanks for tuning in everybody!

On this episode of the "Off the Island" series, I welcome Ryan Shmyr to the Penalty Box. The tale of Ryan's career is an interesting one. Fans are used to the bruising winger who'll drop the gloves to defend a teammat... more

(NOTE: This is the same episode as the previously released part five but without the closing theme from "the Incredible Hulk" which was flagged by Spotify. If you've already listened, thank you. If you haven't, here's another opportunity. Thank you.)... more

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Recent Guests

Ryan Shmyr
Former professional hockey enforcer, guest on the episode
Former player, San Diego Gulls, Lubbock Cotton Kings (WPHL)
Episode: Episode 212: "Off The Island" with Ryan Shmyr, Part One
Eric Cairns
Former NHL defenseman, Islanders; team executive
New York Islanders
Episode: Episode 207: Eric Cairns, Part One
Mike Morrone
Former Islanders enforcer, guest on part two of Episode 206
Coliseum Chronicles: the Penalty Box Podcast
Episode: Episode 206: "Off The Island" with Mike Morrone, Part Two
Gerry Fleming
Former NHL enforcer, later coach
Former Montreal Canadiens, Fredericton Canadiens head coach
Episode: Episode 204: "Off The Island" with Gerry Fleming, Part Two
David Bruce
Former professional hockey player, enforcer
Professional hockey teams (various)
Episode: Episode 200: "Off The Island" with David Bruce, Part Two
Bill Armstrong
Former professional hockey player known as Armie; discussant covering his army/high wrap/do-it ethos
National Hockey League era, Flyers organization
Episode: Episode 196: "Off The Island" with Bill Armstrong, Part Two
Dylan Smoskiewicz
Head coach / former assistant coach, Barry Colts; referenced as the guest in Gates Open series
Barry Colts (OHL) / Gates Open YouTube series
Episode: Episode 194: "Seasons In Review" Kashawn Aitcheson 2023-24
Matt Ruchty
Former professional hockey player, Islanders enforcer
NHL/AHL organizations (Albany River Rats, New Jersey Devils)
Episode: Episode 190: "Off The Island" with Matt Ruchty, Part One
Steven Fletcher
Former professional hockey enforcer known for Fort Wayne Komets tenure and NHL experience
Former Fort Wayne Komets, NHL veteran
Episode: Episode 189: "Off The Island" with Steven Fletcher, Part Three

Host

Joe Lozito
Host of Coliseum Chronicles: The Penalty Box Podcast

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 75 ratings
  • Coliseum Chronicles

    I’ve listened to allot of hockey podcasts, specifically about the old school game and the tough guys. This one is at the top. Great interviews, the guys get to talk without being interrupted, and always engaging. Definitely a must listen!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Adbel17
    United States10 months ago
  • Great show!

    Great job Joe love the show

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    charlton1016
    Canada2 years ago
  • Hockey players are infamous for being bland interviews, but Joe Lozito gets some great stuff out of them. Digs deep with the research and asks great questions.

    Podcast Addict
    5
    JoeyV
    2 years ago
  • Have a listen!

    Great show, lots of fun to listen to.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Mike (2GALAG)
    Canada3 years ago
  • I don’t leave reviews often…

    …but when I do, it’s because the subject deserves it.

    If you’re an Islanders fan, or a fight fan, or even a casual hockey fan, Coliseum Chronicles is a podcast for you.

    The host, Joe Lozito, has an easygoing manner about him but the research he puts into these interviews is readily apparent. You feel like you’re sitting at a bar reminiscing about the good old days with two of your best friends, no filters.

    The honesty of the players is refreshing and, at times, enlightening. The Mick ... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Franken30
    United States3 years ago

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Fans love long-form interviews with former enforcers and insiders.
Listeners praise rigorous research and deep-dive storytelling.
Guest anecdotes evoke bar-room camaraderie and vivid hockey history.
Show is described as essential for Islanders and old-school hockey fans.

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

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#1
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Apple Podcasts
#178
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Apple Podcasts
#198
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Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

Episode 210: Eric Cairns, Part Four
Q: What was it like playing in the high-intensity playoff series against Toronto and facing a lineup of tough opponents?
The series was electric, filled with physical play and emotional intensity. Cairns emphasizes the demand to stay disciplined, protect teammates, and embrace the competitive atmosphere, recognizing how such series highlighted the Islanders' identity and the fans' energy.
Episode 211: Eric Cairns, Part Five
Q: What was it like to fight some of the biggest names in the league, including a former teammate, and how did those battles shape you?
Cairns describes the battles as pivotal in establishing his role, the physical toll, and the camaraderie and respect that come from challenging peers, while also noting the long-term impact on his body and career decisions.
Episode 211: Eric Cairns, Part Five
Q: Did the lockout and the canceled season affect your decision to move teams or change your approach to playing?
Yes, the lockout disrupted his career trajectory, influenced his move to London to stay sharp, and later shaped his decisions about where to play and how to stay connected to the game.
Episode 212: "Off The Island" with Ryan Shmyr, Part One
Q: What was it like signing with the expansion team in Lubbock and how did that shape your career?
He discusses the intense fan support, becoming a fan favorite, and how the Texas expansion environment allowed him to grow into a dominant enforcer while learning from Alan May and teammates.
Episode 212: "Off The Island" with Ryan Shmyr, Part One
Q: Who was Ryan Shmyr when you were out there when you were a kid?
He explains he started as a goalie inspired by local role models, then shifted to forward as his size became an advantage, while still valuing the skating and hockey IQ learned from neighborhood influences.

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This show centers on tough-guy hockey history, deep-dive interviews with enforcers, and the evolution of the sport's physical side. Episodes blend firsthand accounts of legendary fights, locker-room dynamics, leadership, and life after hockey with explorations of mentorship, injuries, and the business side of the game. A recurring strength is rigorous research and long-form storytelling that surfaces personal journeys, rivalries, and the role of enforcers across eras, including experiences in the NHL, AHL, and international play. The format is likely to appeal to hardcore hockey fans who crave behind-the-scenes context, era-specific lore, and candid reflections from players, coaches, and executives with deep ties to Islanders history and th... more

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