On this episode Meghan Lamontagne meets Nina-Antonette Passalacqua-Psarros, the vibrant and beloved former owner of Nina’s Ristorante in Raleigh—a cornerstone of the local community and a home away from home for the Carolina Hurricanes. From feeding the 2006 Stanley Cup champions (she affectionately calls them “her boys') to sharing hilarious and heartwarming stories about her family’s journey from Sicily to Brooklyn and then to North Carolina, Nina brings her signature warmth, humor, and passion for food to every tale. Meghan dives into Nina’s incredible life, the cherished memories she created for athletes and fans alike, and the recipes that turned hungry Hurricanes into champions.

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Carolina Hurricanes alum Erik Cole joins Meghan Lamontagne for an in-depth conversation about the team's unforgettable 2006 Stanley Cup victory, including his dramatic neck injury and return to the ice during the finals. Erik also tells his version of the legendary hotel prank on Cam Ward and shares the newest chapter of his career--coaching youth hockey in Charleston, SC.

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On this episode of Iced Tea, Meghan Lamontagne talks with Jorge Alves, the head equipment manager for the Carolina Hurricanes. Jorge gives us a rare behind-the-scenes look at the fast-paced, detail-filled world of pro hockey equipment management. From skate sharpening at dawn to crafting custom goalie masks, packing for road trips, and tending to players' superstitions, Jorge spills the tea! He also shares what it was like to suit up as a Canes goalie for 7.6 seconds in an NHL game.

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