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What Chaos!

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NHL
Buffalo Sabres
Edmonton Oilers
Boston Bruins
Florida Panthers
Connor Mcdavid
Hockey
Carolina Hurricanes
San Jose Sharks
Toronto Maple Leafs
Colorado Avalanche
Montreal Canadiens
Stanley Cup
Stanley Cup Final
Pittsburgh Penguins
Vegas Golden Knights
Olympics
NHL Draft
Gavin Mckenna
Quinn Hughes

A mix of hockey with a little bit of nonsense. What Chaos! is hosted by hockey insiders and longtime friends Pete Blackburn and DJ Bean. The podcast features interviews with NHL insiders, prominent reporters, and current and former players. The show delivers expert analysis, a good dose of humor, and entertaining conversations about the league’s biggest news, star players, and most intriguing stor... more

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Latest Episodes

The Colorado Avalanche beat the Los Angeles Kings, and more importantly, Nathan MacKinnon beat up Brandt Clarke. We discuss everything that went into a wild Avs-Kings game and an even wilder fight. Plus, the Pittsburgh Penguins embarrassed the rival ... more

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Fresh off being named the Chicago Blackhawks' captain, Connor Bedard once again joins What Chaos! to discuss his NHL ups and downs, his offseason injury and recovery, why he'd love to be hated, and his love for the NBA and "Dance Moms."

(0:00) Intro... more

The NHL regular season started last night, highlighted by the Bruins' JJ Peterka already scoring what is likely to be one of the goals of the year, and the Edmonton Oilers putting on the most Edmonton Oilers performance possible. We discuss last nigh... more

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On the eve of the NHL's opening night, the Toronto Maple Leafs made a massive swing by trading for the Columbus Blue Jackets' Kirill Marchenko in exchange for young star Matthew Knies. We discuss what the trade means for everyone involved and more as... more

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Recent Guests

Connor Bedard
NHL player, former Chicago Blackhawks captain-in-the-making
Chicago Blackhawks
Episode: The Marchenko-Knies Trade and Connor Bedard Joins!
Mike Manley
Denver Outlaws Defender, PLL defenseman of the year
Denver Outlaws
Episode: September 15 is the new July 1
Madeline Hill
Co-host of Sports Gossip Show
Sports Gossip Show
Episode: Makar got paid & Hellebuyck wants a trade
Charlotte Wilder
Co-host of Sports Gossip Show
Sports Gossip Show
Episode: Makar got paid & Hellebuyck wants a trade
Brett Dobson
Goaltender for Utah Archers (PLL), guest interview
Utah Archers (PLL)
Episode: Makar got paid & Hellebuyck wants a trade
Jay Dowton
CEO and co-founder of the Nation Network
Nation Network / Daily Face Off
Episode: Are the Anaheim Ducks completely cooked?
Jamie Drysdale
Flyers defenseman, invited guest on the show
Philadelphia Flyers
Episode: Macklin Celebrini just got PAID (ft. Jamie Drysdale)
Tom Gazzolla
Tom Gazzolla Show on Sports 1440 in Edmonton
Sports 1440 (Edmonton)
Episode: Leo Carlsson & the offer sheet heard 'round the world
Keaton Verhoff
Shark prospect mentioned as the No. 1 pick discussion highlight
San Jose Sharks
Episode: BONUS: Reacting to day 1 of the NHL Draft

Hosts

Pete Blackburn
Co-host and lead host; known for hockey insight, humor, and banter across episodes.
DJ Bean
Co-host with strong on-air persona; blends hockey analysis with humor and pop-culture riffs.
Sean DePauw
Co-host known for steadying presence and humorous takes; part of core on-air dynamic.
David Bean
Co-host with long-running participation; contributes banter and insider perspectives.

Reviews

4.7 out of 5 stars from 1.4k ratings
  • More vulgar than content

    This show is more about casual foul mouthed conversation than actual content. It was unlistenable. I’m a sailor and this was a little much even for me. Tone it down fellas and you might have a good show. Until then, this just sounds like young men sitting around cussing because they can with a random note about hockey tossed in from time to time. Not good content.

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    srtttu
    United States2 months ago
  • Hard listen if Kraken fan

    I love this show and the guys but it’s kinda hard to listen to for anything about the Kraken: Their only take about them is how much they hate everything about them. Fun for info about other teams though.

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    Rottttenbanana
    United States3 months ago
  • Ethical chit chat and grabass

    Most entertaining hockey show out there (if you even call it a hockey show). This is the only podcast I keep up with daily and I probably laugh out loud at least once per episode. They don’t take themselves too seriously and it’s just always a fun listen. The youtube streams are fun and a good community, but it translates to audio so well (shoutout Shawn for always thinking of the audio listeners). I’ve also tuned into the live show and listened to the podcast of the same episode before… love th... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    tlambchop289
    United States4 months ago
  • Wonk Talk

    Love hearing a lil hockey chat on my favorite candy podcast

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    MBerk30
    United States4 months ago
  • wonkjob chat

    love when they talk hockey on my willy wonka podcast

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    ceres369
    United States4 months ago

Listeners Say

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

Highly entertaining hockey analysis with goofy banter and strong guest moments.
Accessible for new fans but still deep on strategy and contracts.
Some listeners cite political commentary as a drawback for them.

Chart Rankings

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

Spotify
#21
United States/Sports
Spotify
#189
United States/Trending
Apple Podcasts
#3
United States/Sports/Hockey
Apple Podcasts
#90
United States/Sports
Spotify
#44
Canada/Trending
Apple Podcasts
#250
Canada/Top Podcasts

Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

Connor Bedard Joins What Chaos!
Q: What helped you feel more comfortable in your own skin over the last few years?
Bedard attributes it to internal progress, better handling of adversity, and realizing how lucky he is to play the sport.
Connor Bedard Joins What Chaos!
Q: How has your relationship with pressure changed since you came into the league?
He notes he's grown into his role, learned to have more fun, and not let external pressure define him.
Connor Bedard Joins What Chaos!
Q: What do you say to people who say that you don't look like a captain because you aren't bald like Nick Foligno?
Bedard responds that he would have to evaluate the league to understand how many captains are bald and that leadership is more about his approach and responsibilities than appearance.
Are the Anaheim Ducks completely cooked?
Q: What went into unifying Daily Face Off under the Nation Network?
Jay Dowton explains the strategic shift to connect all market brands under one umbrella to reduce confusion, increase agility, and unlock new partnership opportunities while preserving the core content.
Jamie Drysdale joins What Chaos!
Q: How did signing the new deal in Philadelphia feel and how did it impact your next season?
I was really excited to lock it in; it gave me stability and confidence to come back and push for more in the upcoming season.

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Frequently Asked Questions About What Chaos!

What is What Chaos! about and what kind of topics does it cover?

A high-energy hockey show that blends sharp league analysis with playful banter and pop-culture tangents. Regular hosts dissect off-season moves, big contracts, and the evolving business of hockey while peppering discussions with humor and personal anecdotes. Episodes frequently feature insider guests and players, offering behind-the-scenes perspectives on teams, media dynamics, and the sport's biggest storylines, all delivered in an approachable, entertaining style that appeals to both hardcore fans and casual listeners seeking easy-to-follow hockey conversation.

What stands out is a chaotic, personality-driven vibe: fast takes, memes, and moments of candid locker-room and media-sphere commentary that keep the discussion lively while stay... more

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3. The Hockey PDOcast
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Recent guests on What Chaos! include:

1. Connor Bedard
2. Mike Manley
3. Madeline Hill
4. Charlotte Wilder
5. Brett Dobson
6. Jay Dowton
7. Jamie Drysdale
8. Tom Gazzolla

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