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John Leahy
In my over quarter of a century in the world of sports broadcasting, I've seen a lot of things and met a lot of people. This podcast touches on my love of sports, broadcasting, and the fascinating people I've met along the way. I've got great stories to tell and new adventures to discover. I'll also touch on my love of music and maybe play a few tunes for you along the way. You are always welcome in my broadcast booth, the door is always open, come on in!
Talking College Hockey with Ken Schott
College hockey podcaster and writer Ken Schott joins me to discuss some college hockey topics.
41:5720/11/2024
Talking UMass Lowell Hockey With Scott Kaplan
Chatting this week with Scott Kaplan, statistician for UMass Lowell hockey and also a meteorologist.
45:2813/11/2024
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!
39:3506/11/2024
Catching up with Allan Segal
This episode features friend and former colleague Alan 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 interviews, opinions on Boston's sports teams, and other shared work experiences.
51:2930/10/2024
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 because it's pretty much the only time all year that all four of the major sports are in play!
46:1623/10/2024
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.
49:4216/10/2024
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!
53:3102/10/2024
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 health challenges.
48:3725/09/2024
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.
59:3818/09/2024
2024-25 Hockey East Men's Preview
This episode contains a preview of the 2024-25 men's Hockey East season with Mike McMahon of CHN and the Mack Report, Mike Machnik of CHN and Merrimack TV, and Ian Beauchesne, Merrimack hockey PA voice.
01:06:3311/09/2024
Accompanying Songs for Jimmy Buffett Tribute w/Tim Poszgai
Here are the songs which I re-recorded for the Jimmy Buffett tribute with Tim Poszgai. These songs were in the original recording.
10:0004/09/2024
Tribute to Jimmy Buffett (w/Tim Pozsgai)
A celebration of Jimmy Buffett one year after his passing. Joining me is my longtime friend Tim Pozsgai to help me reflect back. Due to technical difficulties, the songs I recorded for the podcast did not come out well, so the three songs are uploaded in a separate post.
37:4304/09/2024
2024 NFL Preview
A look at the upcoming 2024 NFL season, joining me our good friends and New Hampshire sports personalities Ken Cail and Mike Murphy.
01:05:3728/08/2024
An Excited Hello To UMass Lowell and a Tearful Goodbye to Merrimack
This episode centers around my recent career announcement to accept the hockey radio broadcaster position at UMass Lowell. It covers my feelings about saying good bye to Merrimack and the excitement of starting a new chapter in Lowell.
45:1323/08/2024
The Artwork of Yolanda Mazzoni
This week's episode is focused on the artwork of Yolanda Mazzoni, my high school classmate and local artist. She has a fascinating story. Be sure to check out her fine work!
41:0214/08/2024
Olympic Memories with Steven Levine
Former high school classmate and former director of risk management and safety for the US Olympic Committee in Colorado Springs Steven Levine joins me to share some fascinating stories from his experiences at the Olympic games from London, Vancouver, and Sochi.
46:4709/08/2024
A Visit with Chris Ross
Joining me this week is Merrimack assistant men's hockey coach and musician Chris Ross. We talked about Chris' history, Merrimack hockey, and his very talented musical abilities and projects.
47:2331/07/2024
Podcast Replay- Harry Lorayne
A replay of my chat with world renowned memory expert Harry Lorayne.
55:5817/07/2024
A Visit With Local Musician Andy Connolly
Local musician Andy Connolly joins me in some music talk. Andy has released four albums and has written over thirty songs.
48:2210/07/2024
Book Tour and Live Concert Update
An update on my summer book tour and information on my upcoming live concert in the park this Sunday, July 7th, complete with some songs to help to prime the pump.
45:1103/07/2024
Catching Up With Chad Cooper
A visit with former broadcaster colleague Chad Cooper, as we discuss minor league baseball, international baseball, and collegiate sports.
51:0026/06/2024
Podcast Potpourri- Heat Wave Edition
In this episode, I provide updates on my book tour, discuss the 2024 Boston Celtics championship, and I list my Top 10 beaches as we navigate this heat wave.
44:5719/06/2024
PODCAST REPLAY- Classic NHL Arenas with Chuck Kaiton (3 part series)
In this podcast replay, we celebrate the Stanley Cup Finals with a special three part episode- classic NHL arenas with the longtime former voice of the Hartford Whalers and the Carolina Hurricanes, Chuck Kaiton. One of the most popular episodes ever recorded on this podcast, Chuck tells great stories of his time in the NHL and the great arenas he’s seen.
02:47:0712/06/2024
23-24 NBA Finals Preview with Brian Snow
With the NBA Finals set to begin, here is a preview of the matchup between the Mavericks and the Celtics with renowned sports Internet personality Brian Snow (host of Snowman in the Morning) helping to break it all down.
45:3205/06/2024
Kalamazoo Kings Memories with Brandon Anderson
With my book tour kicking off this weekend, one of the books I am promoting is Living A King’s Life, my story of the 2009 Kalamazoo Kings baseball season. Joining me on the podcast is Brandon Anderson, one of the star players on the club.
46:2429/05/2024
Top 10 Sportscasting Books In My Library
Reading is essential to take your sportscasting career to the next level. To that end, here are my top 10 reads for sportscasters. Plus a few bonuses.
39:1922/05/2024
Yawkey League Baseball Preview 2024
Yawkey League President Dave McKay joins me to discuss the upcoming 2024 season.
48:2016/05/2024
Podcast Replay- A Tribute to Dad
In what will be a yearly episode, here is the replay of the original podcast episode I recorded when my Dad died. I miss and love you Dad.
41:5615/05/2024
A Salute to Mom’s- Happy Mother’s Day 2024
On the day reserved for honoring Moms everywhere, here is my salute! Happy Mother’s Day to all!
42:0208/05/2024
Back In the (Podcast) Saddle Again
After a two week break, I return with some life updates. Looking forward to getting back to it!
42:3201/05/2024
Frozen Four Preview with Eric Gallanty
Boston College TV voice Eric Gallanty joins me to break down the upcoming men’s Frozen Four Tournament from St. Paul, MN.
46:3710/04/2024
PODCAST REPLAY- Talking Baseball with Keith Raad
Before becoming a part of the New York Mets broadcast team, Keith Raad and I worked together in the New York Penn League. Here is a replay of our interview from May of 2022, one week after my father passed away.
48:0503/04/2024
WrestleMania 40 with Mike Riley
WrestleMania season is here! The big event happens next weekend, April 6-7 at Lincoln Financial Field in Philadelphia. Joining me to break it all down is Mike (The Sarge) Riley from 98.5 the Sports Hub.
55:5627/03/2024
Hockey East Tournament with Mike Logan
Building on the episode of a week ago, I chatted with Mike Logan, the radio and television voice of Providence hockey, as the men's Hockey East tournament reaches the Final Four at TD Garden this weekend.
42:0520/03/2024
2024 Hockey East Men's Tournament Preview with Mike Machnik
With the 2024 Hockey East Men's Tournament set to start this week, my guest, Merrimack hockey analyst and CHN correspondent Mike Machnik joins me to break down the tournament, including the first round matchups, the 4 vs. 5 quarterfinal matchup, and the top three seeds who earned byes into the quarterfinals.
53:0211/03/2024
St. Patrick’s Day 2024- A Feast of Irish Music
My annual tribute to the day reserved for the celebration of the Irish with homemade Irish music.
01:00:4106/03/2024
Women's Hockey East Playoff Preview with Paige Capistran
This episode takes a look at the upcoming women's Hockey East playoff tournament. Joining me is former Northeastern and Boston Pride player and sideline reporter Paige Capistran to help break down and analyze the tournament.
45:0328/02/2024
Podcast Replay- Lou Nolan
Back in July of 2023, I sat down and chatted with the Philadelphia Flyers, Lou Nolan. Here is the replay of our discussion.
49:3621/02/2024
Valentine’s Day 2024
Valentine’s Day - a day of love romance and relationships. In this episode, my wife Lori-Ann stops by to share some Valentine’s Day love.
52:5814/02/2024
Podcast Potpourri
A mixed bag this week- I talk about the Beanpot, my books, the Super Bowl, upcoming events, and Toby Keith.
48:5607/02/2024
Talking Merrimack Hockey With John Savastano
A visit with longtime Merrimack hockey contributor John Savastano, a fixture with the Merrimack hockey program since the early 1970’s.
51:4131/01/2024
Talking Merrimack Hockey With John Savastano
This week I caught up with John Savastano, a longtime contributor to Merrimack College hockey. A man who has been involved with the hockey program since the 1970's, John related some great stories of years past at Lawler Arena and beyond. An avid lover of Hawaii and Hawaiian music, we also touched on the music of Jimmy Buffett. I hope you enjoy this entertaining episode!
47:2731/01/2024
The Life and Artwork of Steven Leahy
This episode features the artwork of my youngest brother, Steve Leahy. We talk about his love of art, his style of airbrushing, his influences, and our family.
45:5024/01/2024
A Visit With Jim Jeannotte
Joining me this week is 23 time New Hampshire Sportscaster Of The Year Jim Jeannotte. We discuss his lengthy career in broadcasting in the state of New Hampshire as well as his longtime role as host of the 'Granite State Challenge" which he hosted for 34 years.
47:3617/01/2024
Women’s 2024 Beanpot Preview with Bridgette Proulx
In part 2 of our 2024 Women’s Beanpot coverage, this episode features play by play announcer Bridgette Proulx, who will be covering the tournament for NESN. Bridgette shares her analysis of the upcoming tournament at Harvard and TD Garden.
44:5211/01/2024
Women’s 2024 Beanpot Preview with Natalie Noury
Beanpot season is upon us! In the first of two podcast episodes this week, I chatted with Natalie Noury, sideline reporter for NESN, who will be covering the tournament. We take a look at the tournament and preview the action.
43:0810/01/2024
Hockey East First Half Breakdown with Ian Beauchesne
A look back at the first half of the 23-24 Hockey East season with hockey journalist Ian Beauchesne.
45:0203/01/2024
Hockey East 23-24 First Half Breakdown with Ian Beauchesne
We start off 2024 with a look back at the first half of the 2023-24 Hockey East season with hockey journalist and public address announcer Ian Beauchesne. We take a look at the first half of the season and get you ready for the second half.
42:1203/01/2024
2023 Year in Review
In this episode, I reflect back on the year that was 2023- accomplishments, memories, and a look ahead to 2024.
38:4027/12/2023
Sounds of the Season 2023
My annual episode of holiday music. Enjoy!
51:2120/12/2023