Refs are not always right, but we're never wrong.

Chirping Zebras is a hockey podcast from the referees perspective. Hear old friends share their experiences from the officiating world. Every referee has a story. Our guests will include fellow referees, players, and coaches who will provide entertaining and thoughtful insight.

 


Chirping Zebras Refereeing Schedule:

12/7/24 at 7:00pm   Warrior Ice Arena, Brighton, MA   WFLF Nate Hardy Memorial
12/14/24 at 2:00pm   Warrior Ice Arena, Brighton, MA   Matt Light Foundation

Chirping Zebras Episodes

Episode 39: Guest Bryan Graham

Our guest Bryan Graham threw out the idea of the NHL making their ice surface a little bigger to accommodate the size and speed of the game. Us Zebras like it. Watch Episode 39 on YouTube

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Episode 38: Guest Kevin Stevens

In this special live episode of *Chirping Zebras Podcast*, host Mark Riley welcomes NHL legend Kevin Stevens. Known for his grit, power, and relentless presence on the ice, Stevens became one of the most formidable left wings of his era. Throughout his career, he...

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Episode 37: Guest Peter Burrell

Slap Shot was authentic thanks to Ned Dowd, the movie’s writer Nancy Dowd’s brother. Thanks to a tape recorder, as Peter Burrell our guest tells us, nothing was fabricated. And Ned played Ogie Ogilthorpe in the movie. Watch Episode 37 on YouTube

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Episode 36: Mark Riley & Geno Binda

Hear the Chirping Zebras discuss the state of the Bruins. What are we missing? Is the bad blood still there? Watch Episode 36 on YouTube

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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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