Episode 218 featuring Shjon Podein

Riley Cote and Derek Settlemyre start the show discussing our upcoming Nasty Knuckles New Year’s Eve 3v3 Throwdown Tournament, and the passing of our dear friend Mike Ritz. Jumping into some Flyers talk we rave about their recent stretch of games, the current standings, and the expectations of the team. We also discuss Tyson Foerster’s injury, the team’s goal scoring, Vladar impressing and Ersson improving, Zegras’ shootout prowess, Dahlin’s dirty hit on Zegras, trade rumors surrounding Owen Tippett, and his milestone night. Philadelphia Flyers fan favorite Shjon Podein joined us for an interview! Podes talks to us about what he’s up to these days, his college hockey career, getting drafted by the Oilers, and winning the Calder Cup. We go on to discuss Shjon coming to the Philadelphia Flyers, the trade involving Recchi, Desjardins, and LeClair, playing for Terry Murray, and share fun stories about playing in Philly. Wrapping up we talk about his Stanley Cup with the Colorado Avalanche, how hard it is to win, the crazy story of Podein wearing his hockey gear for 24 straight hours, playing for Bob Hartley, his thoughts on the game today, and why his first name is spelled the way it is. More info on the NK 3v3 Throwdown: https://www.letsplay3v3.com/events/nasty-knuckles-new-year-s-eve-clash/138783Go to hellofresh.com/nastyknuckles10fm to get 10 Free Meals + a Free Item for Life! One per box with active subscription. Free meals applied as discount on first box, new subscribers only, varies by plan.Go to gt-wholesale.com and use coupon code "nasty" for 15% off. Nasty Knuckles is a Baller Sports Network production, created by co-hosts, Riley Cote and Derek "Nasty" Settlemyre. The show features a mix of interviews, never before heard story-telling, hockey-talk, and maybe some pranks... The guys bring in some of the biggest names in the hockey world for your enjoyment! Make sure to check back every week as the guys release a new episode weekly!►Click here to shop our latest merch: nastyknuckles.com/shop► Follow the show on Twitter: https://twitter.com/NastyKnuckles► Follow Riley Cote on Twitter: https://twitter.com/rileycote32► Follow Riley Cote on Instagram: https://instagram.com/rileycote32► Follow Derek Settlemyre on Twitter: https://twitter.com/dnastyworld► Follow Derek Settlemyre on Instagram: https://instagram.com/dnastyworld Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Riley Cote and Derek Settlemyre start the show talking about Riley’s participation in Ryan “Bugsy” Malone’s Hockey Is Healing Academy, and USA Hockey’s Olympic jerseys. Jumping into some Flyers talk we discuss the team’s recent stretch of games, the Flyers continuing to start games slow, Vladar as the team's MVP, Deslauriers’ fight vs Douglas, the woes on the road, Garnet Hathaway’s struggles and wanting to see Nikita Grebenkin the lineup more often, Zegras not playing center, Michkov’s lack of ice time, and Jett Luchanko being traded. Jumping around the league we talk about James van Riemsdyk playing in his 1100th career NHL game, Jamie Benn scoring his 400th career NHL goal, Jeff Carter having his number retired by the Sault Ste. Marie Greyhounds, and the Colorado Avalanche dominating the league right now. Last but not least, we announce the Nasty Knuckles 3v3 Throwdown. More info on the NK 3v3 Throwdown: https://www.letsplay3v3.com/events/nasty-knuckles-new-year-s-eve-clash/138783Go to hellofresh.com/nastyknuckles10fm to get 10 Free Meals + a Free Item for Life! One per box with active subscription. Free meals applied as discount on first box, new subscribers only, varies by plan.Go to gt-wholesale.com and use coupon code "nasty" for 15% off. Nasty Knuckles is a Baller Sports Network production, created by co-hosts, Riley Cote and Derek "Nasty" Settlemyre. The show features a mix of interviews, never before heard story-telling, hockey-talk, and maybe some pranks... The guys bring in some of the biggest names in the hockey world for your enjoyment! Make sure to check back every week as the guys release a new episode weekly!►Click here to shop our latest merch: nastyknuckles.com/shop► Follow the show on Twitter: https://twitter.com/NastyKnuckles► Follow Riley Cote on Twitter: https://twitter.com/rileycote32► Follow Riley Cote on Instagram: https://instagram.com/rileycote32► Follow Derek Settlemyre on Twitter: https://twitter.com/dnastyworld► Follow Derek Settlemyre on Instagram: https://instagram.com/dnastyworld Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Riley Cote and Derek Settlemyre start the show talking about men’s league and running into AJ Galante. Jumping into some Flyers talk, we discuss their recent stretch of games, Tippett’s big game against the Blues, Zegras in the shootout, the dad’s trip, Matvei Michkov’s 3 game goal streak and his ice time, Travis Konecny’s 8 game point streak, and the team’s lack of shots. Jumping around the NHL we talk about Shane Pinto’s extension in Ottawa, Shayne Gostisbehere back from injury, Nikita Zadorov injuring Scott Laughton and Auston Matthews, Brad Marchand scoring his 1000th point, and a terrible incident in the OHL. BKFC Ice Wars President, and former UFC middleweight Ian Heinisch joined us for an interview! Heinisch talks to us about the most recent Ice Wars fights in Florida, having women’s fighters in Ice Wars, big plans for 2026, viral social media clips, hockey fights compared to UFC fights, and how he became the President. Moving along he talks to us about his crazy story including overcoming drug addiction, being deported, going to prison, finding God, and so much more.Go to gt-wholesale.com and use coupon code "nasty" for 15% off. Go to hellofresh.com/nastyknuckles10fm to get 10 Free Meals + a Free Item for Life! One per box with active subscription. Free meals applied as discount on first box, new subscribers only, varies by plan.Nasty Knuckles is a Baller Sports Network production, created by co-hosts, Riley Cote and Derek "Nasty" Settlemyre. The show features a mix of interviews, never before heard story-telling, hockey-talk, and maybe some pranks... The guys bring in some of the biggest names in the hockey world for your enjoyment! Make sure to check back every week as the guys release a new episode weekly!►Click here to shop our latest merch: nastyknuckles.com/shop► Follow the show on Twitter: https://twitter.com/NastyKnuckles► Follow Riley Cote on Twitter: https://twitter.com/rileycote32► Follow Riley Cote on Instagram: https://instagram.com/rileycote32► Follow Derek Settlemyre on Twitter: https://twitter.com/dnastyworld► Follow Derek Settlemyre on Instagram: https://instagram.com/dnastyworld Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Riley Cote and Derek Settlemyre start the show discussing their men’s league game, our recent tailgate, and the Flyers Warriors Gala. They also dive into the Flyers recent stretch of games, Trevor Zegras performing above expectations, Owen Tippett’s slump, and Deslauriers’ fight against Xhekaj. Before our interview, we discuss the crazy no-goal call between the Predators and Wild, The Swede of Philadelphia documentary, and Alex Ovechkin scoring his 900th career goal and Jordan Binnington trying to keep the puck. Current Buffalo Sabres goalie and former Flyer Alex Lyon joined us! Alex gives us his thoughts on the skill in today’s game, the wake up call changing teams provides, dealing with pressure as a goalie and facing adversity as a young player. We go on to talk about how he’s enjoying playing in Buffalo, playing for Lindy Ruff, and the young core of the Sabres. Moving along we discuss his first NHL win and starting his NHL career with the Flyers, Michal Neuvirth’s injury history and how good he was when he was healthy, making 94 saves in the legendary Phantoms 2018 5 overtime game *longest game in AHL history*, and winning the Calder Cup, flipping off the camera, and getting suspended from the incident. Wrapping up we talk about his 2023 Stanley Cup Finals run with Florida losing to Vegas, playing with Sergei Bobrovsky, playing for Paul Maurice, playing in Detroit, being teammates with Patrick Kane, and Dominik Hasek being Lyon’s favorite player growing up. Go to gt-wholesale.com and use coupon code "nasty" for 15% off. Nasty Knuckles is a Baller Sports Network production, created by co-hosts, Riley Cote and Derek "Nasty" Settlemyre. The show features a mix of interviews, never before heard story-telling, hockey-talk, and maybe some pranks... The guys bring in some of the biggest names in the hockey world for your enjoyment! Make sure to check back every week as the guys release a new episode weekly!►Click here to shop our latest merch: nastyknuckles.com/shop► Follow the show on Twitter: https://twitter.com/NastyKnuckles► Follow Riley Cote on Twitter: https://twitter.com/rileycote32► Follow Riley Cote on Instagram: https://instagram.com/rileycote32► Follow Derek Settlemyre on Twitter: https://twitter.com/dnastyworld► Follow Derek Settlemyre on Instagram: https://instagram.com/dnastyworld Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Riley Cote and Derek Settlemyre start the show talking about the Flyers nice start to the season, the good vibes in the city, Sean Couturier’s injury, the Flyers Warriors Gala, and Riley tells the story of when he was fined for putting his stick in Alexei Kovalev’s face, getting a signed stick out of it, and that being his favorite piece of memorabilia that he owns. Next up, Philadelphia Flyers General Manager Daniel Briere makes his Nasty Knuckles return. Danny talks to us about the early success on home ice to start the season and the chemistry of the team, the goaltending tandem of Vladar and Ersson, Rick Tocchet and his coaching staff, how much Trevor Zegras is impressing him, Matvei Michkov’s slow start and showing some encouraging signs as of late, Noah Cates’ line with Brink and Foerster, and the Flyers defense core. After Danny, Charlie Nama from BKFC joins the show to and shares some insight on the future of Ice Wars, David Feldman and Ian Heinisch’s involvement, and makes a HUGE announcement involving Nasty Knuckles.Go to gt-wholesale.com and use coupon code "nasty" for 15% off.Nasty Knuckles is a Baller Sports Network production, created by co-hosts, Riley Cote and Derek "Nasty" Settlemyre. The show features a mix of interviews, never before heard story-telling, hockey-talk, and maybe some pranks... The guys bring in some of the biggest names in the hockey world for your enjoyment! Make sure to check back every week as the guys release a new episode weekly!►Click here to shop our latest merch: nastyknuckles.com/shop► Follow the show on Twitter: https://twitter.com/NastyKnuckles► Follow Riley Cote on Twitter: https://twitter.com/rileycote32► Follow Riley Cote on Instagram: https://instagram.com/rileycote32► Follow Derek Settlemyre on Twitter: https://twitter.com/dnastyworld► Follow Derek Settlemyre on Instagram: https://instagram.com/dnastyworld Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Riley Cote and Derek Settlemyre are joined by two very special guests this week. First, filmmaker and director of the new Pelle Lindbergh documentary “The Swede of Philadelphia” Charlie Minn joined us! Charlie talked to us about where the inspiration came from to make this movie, many of the superstar players and people who you will see in the film, some behind the scenes info and sneak peeks, where you can watch and how you can buy tickets! Secondly, longtime Flyers writer Bill Meltzer joined us! Bill gives us his thoughts on the Flyers start to the season, the line of Cates Foerster and Brink, Dan Vladar’s hot start, Jett Luchanko’s development, Nikita Grebenkin, and the Flyers defense core. Wrapping up we talk about Bill’s help with “The Swede of Philadelphia” and he tells us some Pelle Lindbergh stories, along with a couple Bernie Parent and Joe Watson stories, too. Nasty Knuckles is a Baller Sports Network production, created by co-hosts, Riley Cote and Derek "Nasty" Settlemyre. The show features a mix of interviews, never before heard story-telling, hockey-talk, and maybe some pranks... The guys bring in some of the biggest names in the hockey world for your enjoyment! Make sure to check back every week as the guys release a new episode weekly!►Click here to shop our latest merch: nastyknuckles.com/shop► Follow the show on Twitter: https://twitter.com/NastyKnuckles► Follow Riley Cote on Twitter: https://twitter.com/rileycote32► Follow Riley Cote on Instagram: https://instagram.com/rileycote32► Follow Derek Settlemyre on Twitter: https://twitter.com/dnastyworld► Follow Derek Settlemyre on Instagram: https://instagram.com/dnastyworld Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Riley Cote and Derek Settlemyre start the show recapping the most recent Bare Knuckle Fighting Championship - Ice Wars. After that we discuss the Flyers start to the season, Couturier and Zegras making plays, Cates, Brink, and Foerster picking up where they left off from last season, Matvei Michkov’s ankle injury and the rumors of him being out of shape, and the trade rumors surrounding Owen Tippett. Jumping around the league we talk about Carter Hart joining the Vegas Golden Knights, Jack Eichel’s new deal, Brent Burns playing 1500 games, the Rangers inability to score at home, and the Carolina Hurricanes and Shayne Gostisbehere’s hot start. Val Ruley, the women’s champ from BKFC Ice Wars, joined us for an interview! Valerie talks to us about her hockey career, joining BKFC, her viral fight last week, what it’s like taking a hit, her training and mindset going into a fight, and what’s next for her.Nasty Knuckles is a Baller Sports Network production, created by co-hosts, Riley Cote and Derek "Nasty" Settlemyre. The show features a mix of interviews, never before heard story-telling, hockey-talk, and maybe some pranks... The guys bring in some of the biggest names in the hockey world for your enjoyment! Make sure to check back every week as the guys release a new episode weekly!►Click here to shop our latest merch: nastyknuckles.com/shop► Follow the show on Twitter: https://twitter.com/NastyKnuckles► Follow Riley Cote on Twitter: https://twitter.com/rileycote32► Follow Riley Cote on Instagram: https://instagram.com/rileycote32► Follow Derek Settlemyre on Twitter: https://twitter.com/dnastyworld► Follow Derek Settlemyre on Instagram: https://instagram.com/dnastyworld Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Riley Cote and Derek Settlemyre start the show discussing Nasty’s regular lateness, Tovi Hockey, and BKFC Ice Wars. After that, Philadelphia Flyers legendary captain Mike Richards returns for another segment of Captain’s Corner. We go around the horn and give our picks for who will win each division. Jumping ahead we get into some Flyers talk discussing Rick Tocchet’s fit with Philly, if the Flyers need to make the playoffs this season, and expectations for Trevor Zegras and Owen Tippett. Moving along Richie discusses the greatness of Anze Kopitar, young players getting huge contracts, Kirill Kaprizov’s new NHL breaking deal, and Connor McDavid’s future. Wrapping up we talk about Aleksander Barkov’s injury and Florida’s adversity they will have to face, the possibility of Alex Ovechkin’s last season, and Mike shares his thoughts on the great Bernie Parent.Go to gt-wholesale.com and use coupon code "nasty" for 15% off.Go to hellofresh.com/nastyknuckles10fm to get 10 Free Meals + a Free Item for Life! One per box with active subscription. Free meals applied as discount on first box, new subscribers only, varies by plan.Nasty Knuckles is a Baller Sports Network production, created by co-hosts, Riley Cote and Derek "Nasty" Settlemyre. The show features a mix of interviews, never before heard story-telling, hockey-talk, and maybe some pranks... The guys bring in some of the biggest names in the hockey world for your enjoyment! Make sure to check back every week as the guys release a new episode weekly!►Click here to shop our latest merch: nastyknuckles.com/shop► Follow the show on Twitter: https://twitter.com/NastyKnuckles► Follow Riley Cote on Twitter: https://twitter.com/rileycote32► Follow Riley Cote on Instagram: https://instagram.com/rileycote32► Follow Derek Settlemyre on Twitter: https://twitter.com/dnastyworld► Follow Derek Settlemyre on Instagram: https://instagram.com/dnastyworld Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Riley Cote and Derek Settlemyre are joined by former Philadelphia Flyers enforcer and current color commentator Todd “The Fridge” Fedoruk! Fridge talks to us about what he’s seen from the Flyers in training camp, the good vibes coming from the team and Rick Tocchet right now, playoff chances, some players who have stood out to him, and his thoughts on the goaltending so far. Moving along we talk about Nikita Grebenkin, the Flyers two fights against the Canadiens, Trevor Zegras’ unique skill level, the Flyers power play, Tyson Foerster’s health, and how it is working with Tim Saunders. Last but certainly not least, we talk about the late great Bernie Parent.Nasty Knuckles is a Baller Sports Network production, created by co-hosts, Riley Cote and Derek "Nasty" Settlemyre. The show will feature a mix of interviews, never before heard story-telling, hockey-talk, and maybe some pranks... The guys will bring in some of the biggest names in the hockey world all for your enjoyment! Make sure to check back every week as the guys release a new episode weekly!►Click here to shop our latest merch: nastyknuckles.com/shop► Follow the show on Twitter/X: https://twitter.com/NastyKnuckles► Follow Riley Cote on Twitter: https://twitter.com/rileycote32► Follow Riley Cote on Instagram: https://instagram.com/rileycote32► Follow Derek Settlemyre on Twitter: https://twitter.com/dnastyworld► Follow Derek Settlemyre on Instagram: https://instagram.com/dnastyworld Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Riley Cote and Derek Settlemyre start the show talking about Riles music playing abilities, the Flyers trading Ivan Fedotov to the Blue Jackets, Rookie Camp and the Flyers rookie game standouts, Carter Hart not coming back, and Marc-Andre Fleury’s last game with the Penguins. Philadelphia Flyers fight coach and Bare Knuckle Fighting Championship fighter Johnny “Cannoli” Garbarino hopped on for an interview with us! Johnny talks to us about what he’s bringing to the Flyers, different techniques, fundamentals, and strategies he’s teaching, getting the job with Philadelphia, and working with Oliver Bonk, Nic Deslauriers, and others. Moving along Garbs tells us about his heart and work ethic, how he sleeps the night before a fight and his religious beliefs, how much film he watches to prepare for a fight, BKFC Ice Wars, and his theatrics before a fight. Wrapping up "Cannoli" tells us about getting kicked out of many schools growing up, developing an interest for culinary arts, and how he started fighting.Nasty Knuckles is a Baller Sports Network production, created by co-hosts, Riley Cote and Derek "Nasty" Settlemyre. The show will feature a mix of interviews, never before heard story-telling, hockey-talk, and maybe some pranks... The guys will bring in some of the biggest names in the hockey world all for your enjoyment! Make sure to check back every week as the guys release a new episode weekly!►Click here to shop our latest merch: nastyknuckles.com/shop► Follow the show on Twitter/X: https://twitter.com/NastyKnuckles► Follow Riley Cote on Twitter: https://twitter.com/rileycote32► Follow Riley Cote on Instagram: https://instagram.com/rileycote32► Follow Derek Settlemyre on Twitter: https://twitter.com/dnastyworld► Follow Derek Settlemyre on Instagram: https://instagram.com/dnastyworld Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.