John Leahy- Podcaster, Musician, Broadcaster, Audiobook Narrator, Storyteller

Episodes

April 2, 2025

Broadcaster For Hire!

Topics this week include my upcoming Airing It Out 2025 Book Tour, the recently concluded 2025 NCAA Men's Ice Hockey Regionals, the upcoming Frozen Four, and a new project idea where I can broadcast any event anywhere around ...

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March 26, 2025

2025 NCAA Hockey Tournament Preview with John Doucette

This episode takes a look at the upcoming 2025 NCAA Men's Ice Hockey Tournament which kicks off this Thursday, March 27 and runs through Sunday March 30. Joining me for analysis is local sportswriter and the Vice President of...

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March 19, 2025

Looking Back With Pride and Ahead With Excitement

I have a lot to say this week. Despite feeling tired and rundown, there's a lot to talk about, and it's all good!

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March 12, 2025

Hockey East 2024-25 Playoff Preview

This episode takes a look at the upcoming 24-25 Hockey East playoffs, set to kick off on March 12. Joining me to preview the tournament are Mike Machnik and Ian Beauchesne.

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March 6, 2025

Podcast Tribute to the Beatles and Brother Kevin

My younger brother Kevin turned 59 a few days ago. A longtime ardent fan of the Beatles, he has a great habit of sending songs out over Facebook to help them celebrate their birthdays. So I thought I'd return the favor. As a ...

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Feb. 26, 2025

Talking baseball with Dave McKay

Spring is in the air! Old friend Dave McKay stops by for a look ahead at the 2025 Boston Red Sox season, some general baseball thoughts, and of course, a discussion of the Yawkey League Amateur Baseball League of Boston talk.

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Feb. 12, 2025

Author Afterthoughts

Random musings about the new book, content that was thought of after the fact, and other assorted items of interest.

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Jan. 29, 2025

An Update on Current Events

There is a lot going on in my life! This episode is a chance to catch my breath and update you on some really fun and exciting stuff going on.

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Jan. 22, 2025

Songs You Don't Know By Heart (Jimmy Buffett)

In this episode, I share some Jimmy Buffett songs, definitely less popular ones than his mega hits... not to be confused with Jimmy's album of the same name. I really had fun playing these. I hope you enjoy listening to them.

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Jan. 15, 2025

Anatomy of A Hockey Radio Broadcast

In this episode, I'll take you behind the scenes as to how I go about preparing for my radio broadcasts with UMass Lowell. I'll cover all the details, from soup to nuts, everything from starting with a day of recovery to disc...

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Jan. 8, 2025

A Discussion With Author Greg Tranter- Author of the Providence Steam…

Did you know that the New England Patriots were not the first NFL team in New England? Back in the mid 1920's an NFL franchise existed in Providence, R.I, for over half a decade. The Providence Steamroller won the NFL champio...

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Dec. 31, 2024

2024 Year In Review

A look back at the year of 2024, all in all a pretty darned good year! Wishing you all a happy and prosperous 2025.

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Dec. 25, 2024

Merry Christmas 2024

A special podcast episode featuring songs of the season. Merry Christmas to all!

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Dec. 21, 2024

A Visit With Greg Lapinski

In this episode, I visit with the longtime radio voice of St. Lawrence hockey, Greg Lapinski. A wonderful conversation talking hockey!

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Dec. 4, 2024

Catching Up

A quick episode to get caught up! A combination of items on this episode.

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Nov. 20, 2024

Talking College Hockey with Ken Schott

College hockey podcaster and writer Ken Schott joins me to discuss some college hockey topics.

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Nov. 13, 2024

Talking UMass Lowell Hockey With Scott Kaplan

Chatting this week with Scott Kaplan, statistician for UMass Lowell hockey and also a meteorologist.

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Nov. 6, 2024

Updates With A Video Medium!

In my debut video episode, I provide some updates on everything from my new book, to UMass Lowell hockey, to music, and more! Excited to explore this new medium!

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Oct. 30, 2024

Catching up with Allan Segal

This episode features friend and former colleague Allan Segal. We take a look back at our mutual shared work experience working for the North Shore Spirit and explore other fun topics, including Al's celebrity athlete intervi...

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Oct. 23, 2024

The Best Time of the Year

In this episode, I provide updates on some life stuff, then transition into talking some baseball as we get ready for the World Series to kick off this weekend in Los Angeles. I call this episode the best time of the year bec...

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Oct. 16, 2024

Reminiscing with Russ Goldstein

In this fun filled episode, I sat down with my high school friend and musician Russ Goldstein to relive some great memories and play a few songs.

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Oct. 2, 2024

A Noteworthy Discussion with Josh Kantor

Fenway Park organist Josh Kantor stops by to chat on the podcast this week. Some amazing stories here, if you love baseball and music this is the show for you!

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Sept. 25, 2024

A Visit with Greg Dickerson

This episode features an interview with longtime Boston sports media personality Greg Dickerson, who has worked for the Celtics and Patriots and has fascinating stories about the industry and his battles with some complex hea...

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Sept. 18, 2024

2024-25 Hockey East Women's Preview

This week we take a look at the upcoming 2024-25 women's Hockey East season with special guests Laura Stickells and Natalie Noury of NESN providing analysis.

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