🎙️ 1973 Podcast Episode 140— Between the Pipes with Ken Wregget 🏒

This week, the gang sits down with former NHL goaltender Ken Wregget, a true legend between the pipes! Wregget shares incredible stories from his time with the Toronto Maple Leafs, Philadelphia Flyers, Pittsburgh Penguins, and Calgary Flames — including what it was like backing up Tom Barrasso, battling through four overtimes in the 1996 playoffs, and facing legends like Mario Lemieux and Jaromir Jagr in practice. Ken opens up about the mental side of goaltending, how equipment and styles have changed, and gives fans a rare look behind the scenes of those unforgettable 1990s Penguins teams. Plus, we dive into his life after hockey and how he views today’s NHL from a veteran’s perspective. If you love classic NHL stories, goaltending insights, and inside-the-locker-room laughs — this one’s for you! 📺 Topics include: Early days with the Leafs and Flyers Pittsburgh Penguins dynasty era memories Goalie mindset and preparation Epic 1996 4-OT playoff win Life after hockey and advice for young goalies 🔥 Don’t forget to like, comment, and subscribe for more hockey interviews and classic stories from the ice! #KenWregget #NHL #PittsburghPenguins #HockeyPodcast #1973Podcast #GoalieLife #NHLHistory #HockeyLegends #StanleyCup

1973 Podcast Episode 139 – Hockey’s Back, Nerds Take Over & Crown Jewel Down Under!

The boys are back with another packed episode! We kick things off with the start of the NHL season, breaking down early surprises, hot starts, and which teams look like contenders (or pretenders). Then we head to the big screen for a movie review of the 80s cult classic Revenge of the Nerds — does it still hold up, or has time not been kind to the Nerds? We’ve also got your NFL Weekly Update, covering all the biggest plays, upsets, and drama from around the league. And finally, we go ringside for our full review of WWE Crown Jewel live from Australia, with all the highs, lows, and shocking moments from the event. It’s laughs, sports, and nostalgia all rolled into one — tune in and join the 1973 crew for another can't-miss episode!

🎙 1973 Podcast Episode 138 – Two-Time Stanley Cup Champion Peter Taglianetti Tells All In this episode, the gang sits down with former NHL defenseman and two-time Stanley Cup champion Peter Taglianetti for an unforgettable conversation. From his early days at Providence College to hoisting the Cup with the legendary Pittsburgh Penguins of the early ’90s, Taglianetti shares incredible behind-the-scenes stories from one of hockey’s greatest eras. Hear what it was really like playing alongside Mario Lemieux, Jaromír Jágr, and Paul Coffey, the physical battles that defined the game, and how he transitioned from the ice to coaching and mentoring the next generation of players. Whether you’re a lifelong Penguins fan or just love old-school hockey stories, this episode delivers laughs, insight, and a few untold tales from the locker room. 🎧 Tune in now — the 1973 Podcast brings you another piece of hockey history straight from the source.