Fire & Ice Podcast
The official podcast of the Coachella Valley Firebirds.
Episodes
34 episodes since 2022
Fire & Ice Podcast - A Season's Appreciation with Dan Bylsma and Media Roundtable (June 27, 2024)
For the second time in as many years, the Firebirds do the Valley proud with a run to the Calder Cup Finals. Lace-up this season-finale episode, which includes an epilogue media interview with Dan Bylsma, and a Roundtable review of what was and...
June 27, 2024
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Season 2
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Episode 34
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1:06:01
Fire & Ice Podcast - Calder Cup Finals, Firebirds vs. Bears Media Roundtable (June 19, 2024)
The finish line is within sight . . . With the Firebirds holding a 2-1 series lead heading into Game 4 of the Calder Cup Finals rematch against Hershey, join in this Media Roundtable discussion featuring the host and Tim O'Brien of NBC Palm Spr...
June 19, 2024
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Season 2
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Episode 33
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48:51
Fire & Ice Podcast - A Visit with Connor Carrick - Calder Cup Finals Edition (June 13, 2024)
Hatch the Rematch: As the 'Birds and Bears ready for the first Calder Cup Finals redux since 1991, get prepped for the series with Firebirds' defenseman, Connor Carrick.
June 13, 2024
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Season 2
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Episode 32
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46:53
Fire & Ice Podcast - Western Conference Finals, Firebirds vs. Admirals Media Roundtable (June 3, 2024)
Winners of EIGHT consecutive playoff games, the 'Birds hold a 2-0 series lead in the West Finals, and hit the road for Milwaukee. Here to discuss with the host is Ads' play-by-play voice, Aaron Sims, Blake Arthur of KESQ and Shad Powers, column...
June 03, 2024
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Season 2
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Episode 31
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47:37
Fire & Ice Podcast - A Visit with John Hayden - Playoffs Edition (May 28, 2024)
Headlines abound: A day before the 'Birds endeavor a Western Conference Finals rematch vs. Milwaukee, CV frontman Dan Bylsma is named the new head coach of the Seattle Kraken. Join in for a discussion of both fronts with Firebirds' forward John...
May 28, 2024
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Season 2
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Episode 30
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1:00:41
Fire & Ice Podcast - Division Finals, Firebirds vs. Reign Media Roundtable Recap (May 20, 2024)
Bring out the broom: With a 3-0 series sweep of Ontario, the Firebirds advance to the Western Conference Finals for the second time in as many seasons. Join in the roundtable series recap, featuring the host with NBC's Tim O'Brien, Andrew John ...
May 20, 2024
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Season 2
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Episode 29
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45:50
Fire & Ice Podcast - A Visit with Devin Shore - Playoffs Edition (May 14, 2024)
Fresh off a playoff win in the Division Semis, the Firebirds ascend to the Pacific Division Finals in a SoCal Showdown vs. the Ontario Reign. 'Birds' veteran center Devin Shore joins the program to discuss what was, what is and what will (hopef...
May 14, 2024
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Season 2
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Episode 28
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41:14
Fire & Ice Podcast - Division Semis, Firebirds vs. Calgary Media Roundtable (May 6, 2024)
With the 'Birds now full flight in the Calder Cup Playoffs, suit-up for a CV vs. Calgary Media Roundtable, featuring the host with Blake Arthur, Shad Powers and Matt Rose.
May 06, 2024
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Season 2
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Episode 27
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45:51
Fire & Ice Podcast - A Visit with Andrew Poturalski (April 24, 2024)
With the regular season in the books and the playoffs afoot, join in for this visit with two-time AHL scoring champ and two-time Calder Cup winner, 'Birds' center, Andrew Poturalski.
April 24, 2024
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Season 2
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Episode 26
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47:10
Fire & Ice Podcast - A Visit with Grant Fuhr (April 4, 2024)
With the first-place Firebirds winding-down the regular season, get between the audio pipes via this visit with Hockey Hall of Famer and 'Birds' radio & TV analyst, Grant Fuhr.
April 03, 2024
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Season 2
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Episode 25
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38:56
Fire & Ice Podcast - A Visit with Logan Morrison (March 20, 2024)
Wings up: As the 'Birds ready for a torrid finish to the regular season -- 15 games in 32 days -- lace-up this visit with Rookie of the Year candidate, CV center Logan Morrison.
March 19, 2024
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Season 2
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Episode 24
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38:06
Fire & Ice Podcast - A Visit with Kole Lind (March 8, 2024)
CV's points leader Kole Lind joins in to chat about the 'Birds' hot streak, his fresh penchant for assists and how his life story parallels that of "Youngblood."
March 08, 2024
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Season 2
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Episode 23
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38:04
Fire & Ice Podcast - A Visit with Ville Ottavainen (February 17, 2024)
First-ever Euro guest! With the 'Birds leading the Pac and riding a 10-game point streak, join in for this visit with "Mr. FinLength," 6-foot-5 CV rookie defenseman, Ville Ottavainen.
February 16, 2024
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Season 2
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Episode 22
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37:00
Fire & Ice Podcast - All-Star Break Media Roundtable (February 8, 2024)
As the 'Birds return to the rink from the All Star Break, ready the mic & pen for this Media Roundtable, featuring Tim O'Brien of NBC Palm Springs and Andrew L. John of The Desert Sun.
February 08, 2024
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Season 2
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Episode 21
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39:30
Fire & Ice Podcast - A Visit with Jacob Melanson (January 31, 2024)
He eats steak, comes from a small town and loves to play physical -- sounds like a 2024 member of the Firebirds, right? Join in for this visit with 'Birds' standout rookie, Jacob Melanson.
January 30, 2024
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Season 2
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Episode 20
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37:32
Fire & Ice Podcast - A Visit with Colin Zulianello (January 6, 2024)
As the 'Birds turn the calendar to 2024, get between the pipes via this visit with CV goaltending coach, Colin Zulianello.
January 05, 2024
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Season 2
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Episode 19
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41:57
Fire & Ice Podcast - A Visit with Patrick Williams of AHL.com (December 29, 2023)
Close out the calendar year via this visit with the league's ultimate insider, Patrick Williams of AHL.com.
December 28, 2023
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Season 2
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Episode 18
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42:02
Fire & Ice Podcast - A Visit with Connor Carrick (December 7, 2023)
Lace up the audio for a fascinating chat with Firebirds' defenseman and podcast host, Connor Carrick.
December 06, 2023
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Season 2
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Episode 17
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48:49
Fire & Ice Podcast - A Visit with Evan Pivnick (November 28, 2023)
The mic behind the ice: Tune in for this visit with Evan Pivnick, Firebirds' play-by-play voice and CV's Director of Broadcast & Communications.
November 27, 2023
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Season 2
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Episode 16
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45:24
Fire & Ice Podcast - A Visit with Shane Wright (November 3, 2023)
After a funky start to the season, the Firebirds have found a groove with three consecutive wins. The fuel behind the fire? This episode's guest, Shane Wright.
November 02, 2023
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Season 2
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Episode 15
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36:27
Fire & Ice Podcast - A Visit with Devin Shore (October 19, 2023)
With the 'Birds second season now underway, lace-up this chat with a fresh face to the flock, NHL veteran forward Devin Shore.
October 18, 2023
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Season 2
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Episode 14
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31:59
Fire & Ice Podcast - A Visit with Troy Bodie (October 5, 2023)
With the puck soon to drop on the 'Birds' sequel season, join in for this visit with Troy Bodie, VP of Hockey Operations for CV.
October 04, 2023
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Season 2
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Episode 13
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33:34
Fire & Ice Podcast - June, 2023 - Coda Edition
The Firebirds' improbable debut season has come to a close. Join in for the season's final flight of "Fire & Ice" to hear the closing thoughts of five players -- Andrew Poturalski, Max McCormick, Tye Karte, Kole Lind and Ryker Evans -- in m...
June 23, 2023
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Season 1
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Episode 12
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42:09
Fire & Ice Podcast -- Calder Cup Mid-Series Media Roundtable
With the Firebirds leading the Calder Cup Finals 2-1 over the Hershey Bears, join in for a special mid-series media roundtable episode featuring Patrick Williams (AHL.com), Shad Powers (The Desert Sun) and Blake Arthur (KESQ).
June 14, 2023
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Season 1
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Episode 11
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38:22
Fire & Ice Podcast - A Visit with Andrew Poturalski (June, 2023) Calder Cup Championship Finals Edition
The Firebirds' storybook debut season seeks a final chapter as CV heads to the Calder Cup Championship Finals vs. the Hershey Bears. Join in for series prep, and a visit with Firebirds' standdout center, Andrew Poturalski.
June 07, 2023
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Season 1
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Episode 10
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34:18