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Cult of Hockey podcast

David Staples
Edmonton Oilers
Connor Mcdavid
NHL
Leon Draisaitl
Evan Bouchard
Darnell Nurse
Vegas Golden Knights
Stuart Skinner
Florida Panthers
Team Canada
Anaheim Ducks
Calvin Pickard
Stanley Cup
Zach Hyman
Stanley Cup Playoffs
Dallas Stars
Jeff Skinner
NHL Playoffs
Los Angeles Kings
Seattle Kraken

Podcast by David Staples

PublishesDailyEpisodes503Founded10 years ago
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Latest Episodes

Let's do this! The Cult of Hockey podcast. By the Faithful! And for the Faithful! Tonight, Kurt Leavins and David Staples of the Edmonton Journal dig into the latest on Evan Bouchard's concussion, the Kelly McCrimmon, Bruce Cassidy fiasco, the Oilers... more

Let's do this! The Cult of Hockey podcast. By the Faithful! And for the Faithful! Tonight, Kurt Leavins and David Staples of the Edmonton Journal dig into Edmonton firing coach Kris Knoblauch.

Let's do this! The Cult of Hockey podcast. By the Faithful! And for the Faithful! Tonight, Kurt Leavins and David Staples of the Edmonton Journal dig into what the Edmonton Oilers might do with coach Kris Knoblauch and d-man Darnell Nurse this summer... more

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Let's do this! The Cult of Hockey podcast. By the Faithful! And for the Faithful! Tonight, Kurt Leavins and David Staples of the Edmonton Journal dig into Leon Draisaitl's stand-up guy press conference and the futures of Stan Bowman, Jeff Jackson and... more

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Kurt Leavins
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The Edmonton Journal
Episode: The Cult of Hockey's "Oilers with heart-breaking loss to St. Louis Blues" podcast
Connor McDavid
Canadian professional ice hockey player
Edmonton Oilers
Episode: The Cult of Hockey's "McDavid OT hero as Team Canada beats Team USA" podcast
Sidney Crosby
Canadian professional ice hockey player
Pittsburgh Penguins
Episode: The Cult of Hockey's "McDavid OT hero as Team Canada beats Team USA" podcast

Hosts

David Staples
Host of Cult of Hockey podcast; long-standing Edmonton Journal writer; brings data-driven, contextual hockey analysis to post-game and season-long discussions.
Kurt Leavins
Co-host on Cult of Hockey podcast; experienced journalist providing veteran perspective and analysis alongside rapid-fire, matchup-focused commentary.

Reviews

4.4 out of 5 stars from 535 ratings
  • Anger

    Kurt Leavins gets so angry, speaks loudly and interrupts his co-host incessantly, it makes it hard to listen to this podcast. I try to listen to this podcast to relax. David Staples tries his best to manage.

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    rtown
    Canada4 months ago
  • Best for Oilers Hockey

    Unbelievable good content

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    -Xami-
    Austria6 months ago
  • Clinical analysis

    I appreciate David’s emphasis on providing evidence based analysis to support his opinions and observations.

    As an aside: most of the negative comments seem to centred around the sound quality etc.

    The lack of “slick” production is all part of character and charm of the show.

    It’s pleasing to hear a couple of old codgers sitting around the kitchen table talking about a team we love.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Three Sheds Jackson
    Canada6 months ago
  • Hard to separate the content from the person

    Hard to listen to someone who parrots MAGA talking points and cheers on discrimination against trans youth and POC. I miss Bruce who spoke about the stars publicly instead of championing hate.

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    Rajsupasta
    Canada7 months ago
  • Never in Doubt

    God Bless You Bruce McCurdy. Great podcast to listen to during the 2025 Stanley Cup playoff run.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    rtown
    Canadaa year ago

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Listeners praise the data-driven, honest post-game breakdowns even when teams lose.
Some criticism focuses on production quality and mic levels, not the content.
The hosts' deep local knowledge and long-running dynamic are a strong draw for fans.
Favorites mention the insightful takes on roster moves and salary-cap context.

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Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

The Cult of Hockey's "Evan Bouchard with his historic performance in Oilers OT win" podcast
Q: What did you grade Evan Bouchard?
Even before he had set up the overtime goal, I had him at a 10.
The Cult of Hockey's "Edmonton Oilers face offer sheets for Broberg, Holloway" podcast
Q: Is Broberg really worth 4.6 million per year, or should we let him walk?
The opinion is that given his potential and performance in playoffs, they should keep him; the contract is just for two years, making it manageable.
The Cult of Hockey's "Edmonton Oilers face offer sheets for Broberg, Holloway" podcast
Q: How long will Kane be eligible for long-term injury reserve?
If Kane has surgery in August, he is expected to return by the end of November.

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What is Cult of Hockey podcast about and what kind of topics does it cover?

Two veteran hockey analysts provide in-depth post-game and playoff breakdowns focused on the Edmonton Oilers, blending data-driven analysis with fan perspectives. Episodes often dissect coaching decisions, roster construction, goaltending, and salary-cap implications, while weighing leadership from star players and the impact of injuries on lineups. The format tends to be candid, opinionated, and contrast-heavy, with occasional guest-free discussions and sharp critiques of management moves, player performance, and tactical adjustments. A standout trait is the strong, long-running team dynamic between the hosts, which fuels detailed play-by-play style breakdowns and season-to-season context that appeals to dedicated Oilers fans and listeners... more

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