From Bozeman, Montana — big skies, bigger laughs, and even better company. The Chirping Zebras sat down with Chicago Blackhawks forward Sam Lafferty, who joined us for a no-filter convo about life in the league, off-season training, and what it’s like growing up a Western PA kid and ending up in the NHL. We talk...

Ralph Marziale is a longtime figure in the New England hockey officiating community, particularly known for his role as a referee and mentor. He has officiated at various levels of the sport, including high school, prep school, and junior hockey games. Marziale is widely respected for his professionalism, deep knowledge of the game, and his...

“The Shoresy Episode” of the Chirping Zebras Podcast, where the banter’s as raw as a Southie dive bar and the laughs are as loud as a Bruins playoff game. This week, we got the legendary Rear Admiral from Spittin’ Chiclets in the house, and trust us, it’s a wicked pisser of an episode. We dive...

Buckle up, beauties — it’s Episode 68 of Chirping Zebras, and you already know we had to dedicate this one to the legend himself, Jaromír Jagr. The guy’s still lacing ‘em up, and we’re breaking down his never-ending career, plus all the latest NHL trade buzz and draft chaos. Mark Riley, Gino Binder Jr., and...

In this episode of Chirping Zebras, we take you behind the stripes for a unique perspective on the game of hockey. PJ Thibodeau is a Boston-based comedian known for his quick wit, blue-collar charm, and sharp observational humor. With roots in both stand-up comedy and the world of hockey officiating, PJ brings a unique perspective...

This week on Chirping Zebras, we’re goin’ behind the glass AND behind the ropes with the absolute OGs of Boston Garden security — JACK & JIM McCorkle, the twin towers of TD Garden event ops. These guys have seen it all: from drunken brawls in the loge to backstage mayhem with rockstars, rats, and rowdy...

The Zebras are just shootin’ the breeze about everything from hockey refs to Celtics games and wild minor league antics. Mike Hsu joins us to break down growing up in a hardcore sports family, and we get into some hilarious stories about Richmond Renegades — yeah, those weird team names and crazy promos that only...

This week on Chirping Zebras, Josh Dolan, Mark Riley, and Geno Binda Jr. get into a fast-paced, unfiltered conversation about all things hockey — from the pressure cooker of playoff officiating to the ripple effect of injuries, bad bounces, and bold coaching calls. The crew dives into the evolution of reffing, the emotional weight of...

Legendary broadcaster Dave Goucher—former radio voice of the Boston Bruins and now the play-by-play powerhouse for the Vegas Golden Knights—joins the Chirping Zebras crew to share stories, insights, and plenty of laughs from a life behind the mic. In this episode, Goucher opens up about his journey from college hockey call-ups to Stanley Cup Finals,...

This week, the boys are joined by a legit Celtics legend — Cedric Maxwell. “Cornbread” stops by to chop it up about everything from his wild playing days to his hilarious (and brutally honest) takes on NBA refs. We get into his championship runs, the dynamic inside those classic Celtics locker rooms, and his no-holds-barred...