Refs are not always right, but we're never wrong.
Chirping Zebras isn’t your typical sports and entertainment podcast—it’s told from the referee’s perspective. Rooted in hockey but never limited by it, the show explores the bigger picture of competition—pressure, personalities, rivalries, and the moments you don’t see on the highlight reel. Guests share their experiences that unfold long after the final whistle, we get into the heart of what really happens.
Every ref has a story—and let’s be honest, everyone has a ref story! We bring together referees, players, coaches, comedians, broadcasters, and larger-than-life personalities from across sports and entertainment for candid conversations, sharp insight, and plenty of laughs.
Limited Drop: Back by Demand!
We’re bringing back two fan-favorite pieces that aren’t available in our regular store — the Chirping Zebras Lace Hockey Hoodie and the Quarter-Zip.
- These were first-run drops. They sold out. Fast.
- Now they’re back — but only for a limited time.
If you missed them the first time, this is your shot. When this batch is gone, it’s gone again.
Chirping Zebras Episodes
Episode 110: Playoffs
In Episode 110, the Boys are absolutely BUZZIN’ about the playoffs. We’re talkin’ full-blown playoff chaos, and yeah… the intensity is already through the roof. The hits are heavier, the chirps are nastier, and every shift feels like someone’s about to lose a tooth...
Episode 109: Guest Ryan Croley
In Episode 109, the Zebras rolled into Granite Links Golf Club for an absolute heater with Ryan Croley — and boys, this one’s got some meat on the bone. We’re talkin’ life as a United States Navy SEALs, dealing with PTSD, handling pressure when...
Episode 108: Guest Lucas Carr & Matt Brown
Lucas Carr tells a super funny story on Episode 108 involving the late Lyndon Byers, Greg Hill and Gene Simmons from an WAAF event back in the day. Watch Episode 108 on YouTube
Episode 107: Exceptional Citizens Week
Episode 107 takes the show on the road to the rink at Skate 3 in Tyngsboro, Massachusetts, where the boys set up just ahead of a Boston Bruins Alumni showdown and captured the kind of energy you only get inside a packed hockey barn....
Show Hosts
Mark Riley and Geno Binda are former pro hockey referees. Join them and their guests as they talk hockey and give an insight into the world of hockey refereeing.
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Episode 1 Full Ride featuring Mark Riley and Geno Binda
Pat Shea wrote Full Ride which is a comedy TV show about three college hockey players navigating the college life. There will be 5 episodes. Watch the hilarious Episode 1 of Full Ride. Mark Riley and Geno Binda play the Hockey Coaches.
