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NHL Unscripted with Virk and Demers

Longtime broadcaster Adnan Virk and former NHL player Jason Demers team up to offer the latest and greatest from the world of hockey and beyond. Way beyond! The spirited talk will occasionally stray from the game and venture into topics ranging from food to movies to comedy to wrestling. An array of guests will also be dropping in to join the soiree. It’s all fair game when these two get together every week.

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48:47

Back in Florida: Marchand takes over, early Olympic...

NHL Unscripted with Virk and Demers ·

2025/06/16

Jason Demers made it back to Southern Florida from Edmonton ... but it took a while, folks. After a hellacious trip down South, Jason and Adnan Virk discussed Florida's dominant performance in Game 5, the Edmonton Oilers' potential adjustments for Game 6 and the European Olympic roster announcements. We also share JD's interview alongside Alexa Landestoy with former Oilers captain Kelly Buchberger. Finally, Adnan discusses the Robin Williams classic, Awakenings, in Cinephile in 60 before the guys

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51:35

Best of three, baby!: Kucherov gets disrespected,...

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2025/06/14

After getting back to Edmonton from Florida, Jason Demers joins Adnan Virk to talk about an epic Game 4, Leon Draisaitl's incredible run in OT and why Nikita Kucherov should have had more Hart Trophy votes. We also feature Jason's great interview with Bill Lindsay before Game 4 in Florida. Then the guys discuss elite prospect Gavin McKenna, bid farewell to legendary Maple Leafs broadcaster Joe Bowen and break down the New York Rangers trading fan favorite Chris Kreider to the Anaheim Ducks.See

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47:30

Kelly Chase can't be stopped: Looking forward to Game...

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2025/06/11

Jason Demers and Adnan Virk break down a lopsided Florida Panthers win in Game 3 of the Stanley Cup Final and look at what the Edmonton Oilers need to do in Game 4 to even the series. Then Kelly Chase checks in to provide an update on his courageous cancer battle and tell great stories about Brett Hull and Jon Hamm. Finally, Adnan honors the 25th anniversary of The Talented Mr. Ripley and Jason gets some time with Panthers general manager Bill Zito.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy

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62:29

Pat Maroon is ready for his next chapter: On to Game...

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2025/06/08

After a hellish day of travel from Edmonton to Florida, Jason Demers joins Adnan Virk to talk Stanley Cup Finals, Boston hiring Marco Sturm and Peter DeBoer's firing. He also spends some time talking with the man himself, NHL commissioner Gary Bettman. Then Pat Maroon joins us to discuss his recent retirement, his fresh start in broadcasting and Bruce Boudreau's pre-game meal. Finally, Adnan reviews the Gorge and the guys break down Canada's nationwide support for the Oilers.See

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53:18

Phil Pritchard brought the Cup: Game One recap,...

NHL Unscripted with Virk and Demers ·

2025/06/05

Jason Demers is on site at the Stanley Cup Final in Edmonton and has some thoughts about his hotel. He and Adnan Virk break down Game One between the Edmonton Oilers and Florida Panthers and Jason shares his interviews from Media Day with John Klingberg, Brett Kulak and AJ Greer (who gave us an "inside scoop" about Brad Marchand). Then Phil Pritchard tells us how he became the keeper of the Cup and shares his favorite moments from three decades as Stanley's chaperone. Finally, the guys discuss the

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55:43

Conor Garland is a world champion: Cup Final preview,...

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2025/06/02

Jason Demers and Adnan Virk break down the upcoming Stanley Cup Final rematch between the Florida Panthers and Edmonton Oilers from every angle. Will Connor McDavid assume his place in hockey history? Then Conor Garland comes by following a triumphant trip to the World Championships to talk about his Vancouver Canucks, Rick Tocchet and Phil Kessel. Finally, Adnan reviews Julia Phillips' tell-all memoir, "You'll Never Eat Lunch In This Town again," and the guys select their three stars.See

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37:41

Joe Bartnick has a plan for the Penguins: Panthers...

NHL Unscripted with Virk and Demers ·

2025/05/29

Adnan Virk and Jason Demers marvel at what the Florida Panthers have done as they await a Stanley Cup Final rematch with the Edmonton Oilers. Then comedian Joe Bartnick shares his thoughts on the Penguins, Bill Burr stories and tales from the road. Finally, Adnan watches (at Jason's suggestion) a wild horror film starring JD's wife, Jillian Mueller.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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57:29

Chris Russo has some opinions: A potential Cup Final...

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2025/05/26

Jason Demers and Adnan Virk are ready for a potential Stanley Cup Final rematch as the Edmonton Oilers and Florida Panthers roll. Then Chris "Mad Dog" Russo stops by to talk NHL playoffs, New York Knicks and his favorite movies. Finally, the guys go through some big announcements this week from the Maple Leafs, Islanders and Blackhawks.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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50:19

Marty Turco still loves his Stars: Oilers PK...

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2025/05/22

Jason Demers and Adnan Virk were both shocked by the Dallas Stars' Game 1 comeback, but not so surprised by the Florida Panthers' dominant series-opening performance. Speaking of Dallas, Marty Turco joined the guys to talk about his beloved Stars, backing up Ed Belfour and his connection to the legendary "Michigan" goal. Finally, Adnan reviews Bong Joon Ho's latest film, Mickey 17.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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54:36

Spike Feresten takes us for a hilarious ride:...

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2025/05/19

Jason Demers and Adnan Virk did not hold back in assessing what happened in Game 7 between the Maple Leafs and Panthers. Writer/comedian Spike Feresten then stopped by to discuss Seinfeld, Letterman and his great podcast, Spike's Car Radio. Finally, Jason offered a bold prediction for the Conference Finals before almost immediately trying to walk it back.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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55:38

Tyson Nash has his tusks up: Leafs fall flat, Oilers...

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2025/05/15

Jason Demers and Adnan Virk try to make sense of what happened to the Toronto Maple Leafs and talk about the Oilers moving on as well as some huge Thursday games. Then Tyson Nash comes by to talk about the Utah Mammoth, how Wayne Gretzky destroyed his career and the most he ever pissed off an opponent. Finally, Adnan and Jason break down the new head coaches in Vancouver and Philadelphia as well as the Kings' new GM.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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54:38

Thomas Hickey is pumped about his Isles: Panthers and...

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2025/05/12

Jason Demers and Adnan Virk break down the latest playoff action, including a Florida-Toronto series that just got very interesting and a tough late bounce for Leon Draisaitl. Then Thomas Hickey stops by just as Isles Nation is absolutely buzzing. Finally, Adnan Virk reviews the latest offering from David Mamet and Shia LaBeouf before the guys welcome Brock Lesnar's kid to Canadian junior hockey and name their Three Stars.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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52:07

Tyler Toffoli loves his young teammates: Maple Leafs...

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2025/05/08

Jason Demers and Adnan Virk process all the latest second-round playoff action, marvel at Mikko Rantanen's incredible play and discuss what the Kings do after parting ways with Rob Blake. Then San Jose Sharks forward Tyler Toffoli talks about his young teammates, his COVID Cup run and how his wife asks him for help with her podcast. Finally, Producer Tal comes on to discuss some problematic Star Wars moments before the guys get into the Islanders' shocking draft lottery win.See

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55:51

Steve Levy is ready for Round 2: Two crazy Game 7s,...

NHL Unscripted with Virk and Demers ·

2025/05/05

Jason Demers and Adnan Virk respond to the wild series finales in Dallas and Winnipeg before breaking down four awesome upcoming series in the second round. Then legendary broadcaster Steve Levy talks about calling historically long playoff games, appearing in the movies and a special commercial he made with Alex Ovechkin. Finally, Adnan offers his review of George Clooney's Good Night, and Good Luck on Broadway before Jason brings out his harmonica to play us out.See omnystudio.com/listener for

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54:58

Alex Moffat makes us laugh: East teams advance, Kings...

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2025/05/01

Jason Demers and Adnan Virk discuss some brief first-round series in the Eastern Conference, the Kings absolutely choking their matchup with the Oilers and the newest additions to the coaching carousel. Then actor and Saturday Night Live alum Alex Moffat calls in from the golf course to talk SNL, Chicago improv and his favorite sports memories. After Adnan offers his review of Glengarry Glen Ross on Broadway, the guys also congratulate Taylor Hall and offer their Three Stars for the week.See

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54:22

John Forslund is on the call: Landeskog's huge...

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2025/04/28

Jason Demers and Adnan Virk try to make sense of one of the wildest first rounds in recent NHL playoff history, including Gabriel Landeskog's amazing goal, the nuclear Tom Wilson-Josh Anderson feud and Connor Hellebuyck's struggles. Then legendary broadcaster John Forslund joins to talk his favorite Hartford Whalers memories, the Seattle Kraken and the origins of his signature catchphrases. Finally, Jason, Adnan and Producer Tal come together to review Sinners.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy

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53:11

Brad Richardson has seen some things: Playoff...

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2025/04/24

Adnan Virk bullies Jason Demers into making a bold prediction about the Minnesota Wild as they break down the playoff so far as well as the NHL's latest coaching vacancies. Brad Richardson then shares his stories about JD getting hives, breaking into the league with a legendary Avs team and a pretty cool night with David Beckham. Finally, the guys bid farewell to Lou Lamoriello and Cal Clutterbuck before offering their Three Stars of the week.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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52:52

Jackie Redmond live from WrestleMania: Blackwood's...

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2025/04/21

Jason Demers returns from a trip to Portugal just in time to join Adnan Virk and break down the first night of the 2025 Stanley Cup Playoffs as well as preview some first-round series (with a little help from Jason's dad, Darrell Demers). Then Jackie Redmond reports live from WrestleMania to discuss her unique career and favorite NHL interviews before being rudely interrupted by Logan Paul's entrance music. Finally, the guys discuss a new film directed by Producer Tal about the Hartford Whalers.See

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56:29

Mike Rupp breaks it all down: First-round previews,...

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2025/04/17

Following a huge announcement about the pod, Adnan Virk and Jason Demers break down some first-round matchups. Then former player and NHL Network colleague Mike Rupp engages JD in a spirited, mostly non-violent debate about Gabriel Landeskog and shares memories of Alex Ovechkin and the Danbury Trashers. Finally, Jason discusses his former teammate Logan Couture and Adnan reviews Jonathan Majors in Magazine Dreams.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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54:58

Barrett Hayton's Utah adventure: Canada will finally...

NHL Unscripted with Virk and Demers ·

2025/04/10

After Adnan Virk returns from Winnipeg, Jason Demers makes a bold prediction about a Canadian team finally bringing the Stanley Cup back to the great white North. The guys also discuss Panthers tanking conspiracies, the underrated Kings and the latest Gabriel Landeskog news. Then Utah Hockey Club forward (and JD's old tenant) Barrett Hayton stops by to discuss the transition to Utah, the team's name and the time he defaced Jason's car. Finally, Adnan reviews Robert DeNiro's "The Alto Knights"

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