1973 Podcast 🎧 EPISODE 123: "Dan LaCouture Unfiltered – Life in the NHL Trenches"

🎧 Episode 127 – Brian Propp: The Flyer Who Never Quit 🏒🔥 In this powerhouse episode of The 1973 Podcast, we sit down with Philadelphia Flyers legend Brian Propp, one of the NHL’s most consistent and underrated stars of the 1980s and early '90s. With 1,004 career points and five Stanley Cup Final appearances, Propp shares unforgettable stories from his days on the ice — from going head-to-head with Gretzky’s Oilers to playing alongside hockey icons like Bobby Clarke and Ron Hextall. We dive into the origins of his iconic “Guffaw” goal celebration, the brutal playoff hit that changed his career, and how he fought his way back after suffering a stroke years after hanging up the skates. Inspiring, raw, and full of hockey history — this is one episode fans won’t forget. Hit play and hear the untold stories of grit, greatness, and life after the NHL. 👉 Subscribe, share, and let us know your favorite Brian Propp moment in the comments!

25 Heinä 58min

Episode 126 – “You Go to the Box!”: Yvon Barrette on SLAP SHOT, Fame, and Denis Lemieux’s Legacy 🏒🎬🔥* Get ready for the wildest, most quotable, and hilarious episode yet of the 1973 Podcast! We sit down with Yvon Barrette, the legendary actor behind Denis Lemieux, the French-Canadian goalie who stole every scene in the iconic hockey film SLAP SHOT — and became a cult hero in the process. 🎙️ In this exclusive interview: Yvon shares never-before-heard behind-the-scenes stories from the set The truth about working with Paul Newman and the Hanson Brothers The origin of his famous "you go to the box..." line What Denis Lemieux would be doing today (spoiler: still yelling about penalties!) Why Slap Shot still crushes every hockey movie ever made Whether you’re a die-hard hockey fan or just love movie magic, this episode is packed with laughs, nostalgia, and unforgettable moments that will leave you shouting, “Two minutes for slashing!” 📺 Hit play, subscribe, and SHARE this with every Slap Shot fan you know! This one’s going viral — just like Lemieux’s legendary line. Check out Denislemiuex.com for merchandise #SlapShot #DenisLemieux #PaulNewman #HockeyMovies #1973Podcast #YvonBarrette #HockeyHistory #ClassicMovies #YouGoToTheBox #FeelShame #CultClassic

18 Heinä 1h 1min

🎧 Episode 125: Bill Clement – From Broad Street Battles to the Broadcast Booth! In this unforgettable episode of the 1973 Podcast, we sit down with two-time Stanley Cup Champion Bill Clement — a legendary center from the Philadelphia Flyers’ Broad Street Bullies era and one of hockey’s most respected voices in broadcasting. Bill shares raw, behind-the-scenes stories from the Flyers' dynasty days, his transition to the Atlanta Flames and Washington Capitals, and what it was like going toe-to-toe with the NHL’s toughest competitors in the 70s. He opens up about leadership in the locker room, life after hockey, and the powerful mindset that carried him from the ice to ESPN and NBC studios. 🟠 What really happened inside those Flyers locker rooms? 🎙️ How did he make the leap from player to national broadcaster? 🔥 What does Bill think of today’s NHL vs. his era? Whether you're a die-hard Flyers fan, an old-school hockey lover, or just chasing inspiration, this episode is packed with insight, humor, and heart. 👉 Hit play, subscribe, and get ready for the wisdom, wit, and war stories of Bill Clement – one of the greats of the game!

12 Heinä 1h 47min

🔥 EPISODE 124: “The Can't-Miss Kid” – Bobby Carpenter Tells All! 🔥 First American to Score 50 Goals | Stanley Cup Champion | NHL Icon What REALLY happened behind the scenes in the NHL during the ‘80s and ‘90s? In this explosive episode of the 1973 Podcast, we sit down with Bobby Carpenter, the legendary forward who made history as the first American-born player to score 50 goals in a season. From being a teenage phenom on the cover of Sports Illustrated to hoisting the Stanley Cup with the New Jersey Devils, Bobby opens up like never before: 🏒 The insane pressure of being dubbed “The Can’t-Miss Kid” 🇺🇸 Breaking barriers for American players in a Canadian-dominated league 🥶 Brutal battles on the ice with legends like Lemieux and Bourque 🎖️ What it really felt like to lift the Cup after 15 hard-fought seasons 👨‍👧 His daughter’s Olympic hockey legacy—and how she may be tougher than he ever was Whether you're a die-hard hockey fan or just love a story of grit, transformation, and triumph—this is an episode you can't afford to miss. 👉 Smash that LIKE button 👉 SUBSCRIBE for more legends of the game 👉 Drop a comment with your favorite Bobby Carpenter moment! #NHL #BobbyCarpenter #HockeyHistory #StanleyCup #USA #1973Podcast #SportsIcons

4 Heinä 1h

"Joe Watson: Broad Street Bully, Soviet Slayer & Philly Legend | Untold Stories from a Stanley Cup Hero" 📺 YOUTUBE DESCRIPTION: 🚨 Hockey history comes alive! In Episode 122 of the 1973 Podcast, we sit down with 2x Stanley Cup Champion Joe Watson, one of the original Broad Street Bullies and a true icon of 1970s NHL glory. Joe pulls no punches as he takes us back to: 🏒 His rough-and-tumble early days with the Boston Bruins 🟠 What really made the Flyers locker room unbreakable 🥅 Scoring against the Soviet Red Army in the historic 1976 showdown 🥶 Facing off against legends like Bobby Orr and Guy Lafleur 🤐 The untold, raw stories of Clarke, Parent, and Schultz 🎯 What he really thinks of the modern NHL game This episode is packed with: ✅ Rare behind-the-scenes Flyers stories ✅ Legendary moments from hockey’s golden era ✅ Laugh-out-loud memories and emotional reflections ✅ Brutally honest takes from a no-nonsense hockey warrior If you're a fan of: ✔️ Old-school NHL ✔️ The Broad Street Bullies ✔️ Stanley Cup drama ✔️ Classic hockey brawls & unforgettable rivalries This one’s for you. 👇 HIT THAT LIKE, DROP A COMMENT, and SUBSCRIBE for more deep dives into hockey history every week. 📢 Sponsored by Dubby Energy & RC Custom Cards 🎙️ Hosted by Andy & Tom, and Ed on the 1973 Podcast 📆 New episodes every week – where legends speak, and stories live forever. #JoeWatson #BroadStreetBullies #PhiladelphiaFlyers #StanleyCup #NHLHistory #HockeyLegends #1973Podcast #FlyersHockey #ClassicNHL #RedArmyGame

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🎙️ NHL Legend Ross Brooks Tells All – Untold Stories from the Boston Bruins Locker Room! | 1973 Podcast Ep. 121 🔥 Ever wonder what it’s like to go undefeated in your first 14 NHL games? Or to be in the same locker room as Bobby Orr and Phil Esposito? We sit down with Ross “The Boss” Brooks, one of hockey’s most underrated goaltending legends, in this unforgettable episode of The 1973 Podcast! In this exclusive interview, Ross opens up about: 🏒 His incredible late start in the NHL at 36 🥅 Playing for the powerhouse 1970s Boston Bruins 🧊 Facing slapshots from Bobby Orr in practice 🗣️ Raw behind-the-scenes stories never told before 🎯 What today’s goalies could learn from the old-school mindset Whether you're a die-hard Bruins fan, a vintage hockey nut, or just love epic underdog stories, this one’s a MUST-WATCH. Trust us — you’ll be sending clips of this episode to your hockey group chat before it’s even over. 🔔 Like, comment, and subscribe for more legendary hockey stories every week! 👉 Sponsored by Dubby Energy and RC Custom Cards 📢 Follow us @1973Podcast for updates and bonus content #NHL #BostonBruins #RossBrooks #1970sHockey #GoalieStories #BobbyOrr #HockeyPodcast #UnderdogStory #1973Podcast

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🎙 1973 Podcast - Episode 120 🏒 “André Lacroix: The Original Playmaker” 🚨 HOCKEY HISTORY COMES ALIVE! 🚨 In this can't-miss episode of the 1973 Podcast, we sit down with André Lacroix, the all-time leading scorer in WHA history and one of the most underrated legends in pro hockey. From his early days in the WHL to lighting up scoreboards in the NHL and WHA, Lacroix takes us on a journey through the golden era of the game—uncensored, untold, and unforgettable. 🎯 Topics Include: Growing up playing pond hockey in Quebec Transitioning from junior leagues to the pros WHA vs NHL: the real differences behind the scenes What it really took to be a top scorer in the '70s Locker room stories, rivalries, and unfiltered memories Thoughts on how today’s game stacks up André’s lasting legacy and life after hockey 🧊 Whether you’re a hardcore hockey historian or just love raw, inspiring sports stories—this episode hits top shelf. Don’t miss it! 📢 LIKE | COMMENT | SUBSCRIBE Join the 1973 crew as we preserve the voices that shaped hockey's wildest decades. 🔔 Hit the bell so you never miss an episode!

6 Kesä 58min