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Episode 75: Guest Ken Hodge

The boys sit down with two former Boston Bruins, Ken Hodge and Kenny Hodge (they are not Sr and Jr they have different middle names). This is our first father/son combination and it was awesome. Ken talking about playing with Bobby Orr and what it was like back in the 70’s. Kenny discussing having a...

Episode 74: Guest Tom Tschida

The boys sit down with legendary MLB umpire Tim Tschida for an absolute beauty of a chat. We’re talkin’ war stories from behind the plate, dealing with Boston sports fans who could chirp the paint off the Green Monster, and what it’s like calling games for legends — including Nolan Ryan’s no-hitter. Tim gets into...

Episode 73: Guest Andy Brickley

The boys linked up with Boston Bruins legend Andy Brickley at Harmon Golf in Rockland, MA for a little golf, a lotta sweat, and even more chirps. After hacking it around the course on one of the hottest damn days of the year, we hit the clubhouse and sat down with Brick for a full-blown...

Episode 72: The Zebras live from Cagney’s

Live from Cagney’s, Episode 72 takes you behind the stripes for a unique perspective on the game of hockey. Featuring stories and insights from the officiating world. From hilarious anecdotes to deep dives into the intricacies of refereeing, our guests—including fellow referees, players, and coaches—bring you entertaining and thought-provoking content! Watch Episode 72 on YouTube

Episode 71: Guest Sam Lafferty

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...

Episode 70: Guest Ralph Marziale

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...

Episode 69: Guest Brian “RA” McGonagle

“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...

Episode 68: The Zebras

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...

Episode 67: Guest PJ Thibodeau

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...

Episode 66: Guest Jack & Jim McCorkle

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...

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