The Conversation Line

Daniella Bruce and Ken Kal sit down with Red Wings goalie, Cam Talbot this week as he approaches a career milestone. With 498 career games under his belt, what will number 500 mean to him? From a small town in Ontario to the University of Alabama in Huntsville, Talbot explains when the possibility of playing in the NHL sank in. Also in this episode, we learn the origins behind Cam’s Ghostbusters goalie masks, his take on the 4 Nations Face-Off, and what it’s like balancing hockey with dad life.

Daniella Bruce and Ken Daniels are joined by newly minted Red Wings Hall of Famer, Pavel Datsyuk. As Datsyuk reflects on his impressive 14-year NHL career, what stands out the most to him? Daniels recounts some of his favorite Pavel memories, including moments with Brett Hull, Brendan Shanahan, and Igor Larionov. For Pavel, what was it like to play one season with Dylan Larkin? Also in this episode, we learn about Datsyuk’s memorable Hall of Fame week, life after retirement, and what it’s like to

Daniella Bruce and Ken Daniels sit down with Red Wings equipment managers Brady Munger and John Remejes, as the duo share their unique behind-the-bench perspective. Does a broken stick really make a distinct sound? How long does it take to pack all team gear post-game? Also in this episode, the story of one NHL goalie accidentally locking himself in a locker room closet. Presented by Fieger Law.

Daniella Bruce and Ken Daniels are joined by Red Wings center Marco Kasper this week. The three discuss Kasper's path from Austria to Sweden to the NHL in Detroit and how playing in different overseas leagues helped shape his game. What was the transition to American hockey like? Also in this episode, Kasper explains his brief acting career and lets us in on his cheat meal of choice. Presented by Fieger Law.

Daniella Bruce and Ken Daniels sit down with Red Wings winger Lucas Raymond this week. The trio discuss the eight-year deal Raymond signed with Detroit in September. How does #23 feel about being a core piece of the Red Wings future? Teammate Mo Seider also signed a big contract this offseason. How has Lucas and Mo’s friendship developed over the years? Also in this episode, Raymond recounts his love for soccer, his lukewarm feelings towards candy, and discloses which TV shows he’s been

Daniella Bruce and Ken Daniels sit down with Red Wings head coach, Derek Lalonde to discuss his unconventional route to coaching in the NHL. Lalonde recounts his college goaltending days, his love for coaching at every level, and what it was like to bring the Stanley Cup back to his hometown in Brasher Falls, NY. What’s one thing that will get a typically even-keeled Newsy fired up? Also in this episode, we learn about Detroit’s approach to analytics, the team’s emerging leadership core, and which

Red Wings broadcasters Daniella Bruce, Ken Daniels, and Ken Kal sit down to preview their new podcast, The Conversation Line. The trio discuss the unique paths that led them to the broadcast booth. Plus, we learn about Kal’s DJ alter ego, Doug Deep, and just how often the Kens are mistaken for one another.