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PODCAST

The Great Canadian Hockey Podcast

James Paracy and Aidan Serra

It"s just a couple of hockey nerds being hockey nerds. BCIT Broadcast and Journalism graduates James Paracy and Aidan Serra talk all things hockey, ranging from their experience working at the junior level in Canada, the wide world of young prospects, the NHL, and everything in between.

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01:30:47

Episode 81: 72 Million Dollars, Zero Light Bulbs

The Great Canadian Hockey Podcast ·

2025/03/28

Aidan Serra and James Paracy jump in with a trio of superstars reaching milestones with Alexander Ovechkin, Sidney Crosby, and Nathan MacKinnon all accomplishing significant feats. They touch on a potential Jonathan Toews return, St. Louis' surge, Brandon Hagel, and John Tortorella before touching on Jakob Chychrun's week in Washington, which saw him sign an eight-year, $72 million contract. They finish with some significant news out of the WHL and a spotlight on Gavin McKenna. Podcast

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01:33:04

Episode 80: Buyer Beware

The Great Canadian Hockey Podcast ·

2025/03/12

James Paracy and Aidan Serra recap a hectic trade deadline season that saw some huge names moved, with plenty of teams making all-in pushes for the Stanley Cup. They touch on every trade made from March 1st onwards, discussing the implications of every deal as the regular season marches to its close. Episode recorded on Tuesday, March 11, and produced by Aidan Serra. Music by Gareth Baird.

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01:17:14

Episode 79: Ovechkin Ever Near

The Great Canadian Hockey Podcast ·

2025/02/27

Aidan Serra and James Paracy go over the conclusion of the Four Nations Face-Off before touching on Alexander Ovechkin's pursuit of the all-time NHL goal-scoring record. They go over the increasingly seasonal flurry of trade rumours, a pair of Western Conference teams in turmoil, and Mavrik Bourque. Episode recorded on Wednesday, February 26, and produced by Aidan Serra. Music by Gareth Baird.

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00:34:13

Episode 78: Tonight's The Night

The Great Canadian Hockey Podcast ·

2025/02/20

James Paracy and Aidan Serra preview the Championship game of the 2025 4 Nations Face-Off, going over the first Canada vs. USA game of the tournament, each team's respective goaltending, the falsified reports of Quinn Hughes' arrival, and more. Podcast recorded on Wednesday, February 19, and produced by Aidan Serra. Music by Gareth Baird.

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01:10:19

Episode 77: Crosby! Crosby! Crosby!

The Great Canadian Hockey Podcast ·

2025/02/13

Sidney Crosby's best-on-best international prowess continues; check out Aidan Serra and James Paracy's immediate reaction to Canada and Sweden's Four Nations Face-Off opener! Podcast recorded on Wednesday, February 12 and produced by Aidan Serra. Music by Gareth Baird.

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01:34:44

Episode 76: Movin' Out (Mikko's Song)

The Great Canadian Hockey Podcast ·

2025/02/03

Aidan Serra and James Paracy talk about the most recent of multiple huge trades, with J.T. Miller heading East, joining the New York Rangers. The second of the blockbusters featured Colorado and Carolina swapping Mikko Rantanen and Martin Necas. San Jose has a new look down the middle after moving Mikael Granlund, Brandon Saad’s pursuit of hockeyness earns plaudits, and Logan Thompson gets his bag. Aidan gets fired up while addressing Alex Pietrangelo’s Four Nations absence, with the boys touching

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01:28:21

Episode 75: Suspension Uproar

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2025/01/22

Aidan Serra and James Paracy open up by talking about the whereabouts of Evgeni Malkin's Stanley Cup rings before moving to a pair of suspensions. Both Connor McDavid and Tyler Myers received three-game suspensions that sparked uproar, while both their teams look to improve, with Edmonton signing John Klingberg and Vancouver shopping J.T. Miller. Aidan and James talk about some NHL awards, trade rumours, and contract negotiation news between Mikko Rantanen and the Colorado Avalanche. Aidan

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01:33:23

Episode 74: Smoke or Fire in Vancouver

The Great Canadian Hockey Podcast ·

2025/01/16

James Paracy and Aidan Serra return from Christmas break to talk plenty of NHL news, including tumultuous times in Pittsburgh and Vancouver, while Detroit and Columbus are looking up. They park some time to talk World Juniors, giving American Head Coach David Carle deserved credit. Podcast recorded on Wednesday, January 15, and produced by Aidan Serra. Music by Gareth Baird.

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01:40:50

Episode 73: Bad Times in Buffalo

The Great Canadian Hockey Podcast ·

2024/12/16

Aidan Serra and James Paracy return to talk about the New York Rangers and Anaheim Ducks following a pair of trades made involving defencemen, before moving on to Nathan MacKinnon and the Avs. International hockey talk wraps things, specifically breaking down roster news surrounding the Four Nations Face-off and the World Juniors. Podcast recorded on Sunday, December 15, and produced by Aidan Serra. Music by Gareth Baird.

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01:51:01

Episode 72: Colin Fraser

The Great Canadian Hockey Podcast ·

2024/12/04

James Paracy and Aidan Serra kick off with Minnesota's acquisition of David Jiříček before a quick breakdown of Canada's World Junior selection camp roster and the Four Nations Face-Off chatter. Following that, they welcome two-time Stanley Cup champion Colin Fraser (18:40) to the show. Colin talks about his current life in hockey, both as a scout for the Chicago Blackhawks and his experience as a hockey dad. He has plenty of stories of his own from junior hockey, including those from his experience

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01:14:51

Episode 71: Ranger Revolution

The Great Canadian Hockey Podcast ·

2024/11/27

Aidan Serra and James Paracy talk about rumours surrounding Chris Kreider and Jacob Trouba, before talking about Jim Montgomery's quick hiring by the St. Louis Blues. They talk Connor Bedard, Macklin Celebrini, and Brett Howden before a word on potential trades involving David Jiříček and Josh Norris. Episode recorded on Tuesday, November 26, and produced by Aidan Serra. Music by Gareth Baird.

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01:22:25

Episode 70: Go Support the Takeover Tour

The Great Canadian Hockey Podcast ·

2024/11/20

Aidan Serra and James Paracy start with Jim Montgomery’s dismissal from the Boston Bruins, before moving on to some injury news regarding Alexander Ovechkin and Robert Thomas. They touch on the Oilers and J.T. Miller before Aidan shines a light on the PWHL’s latest venture. Podcast recorded on Tuesday, November 19, and produced by Aidan Serra. Music by Gareth Baird.

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01:29:28

Episode 69: Rantanen Reigns Over Kings

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2024/11/15

James Paracy and Aidan Serra talk about Mikko Rantanen's recent run of form, the 2024 Hockey Hall of Fame inductees, and more before swapping to the NCAA, who recently changed the rule that formerly barred CHLers from the top level of college hockey. Aidan wraps by giving his projected Team Canada for the upcoming Four Nations Face-off. Podcast recorded on November 14, 2024, and produced by Aidan Serra. Music by Gareth Baird.

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01:24:47

Episode 68: WIN-nipeg

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2024/11/05

Aidan Serra and James Paracy start in Manitoba as the near-perfect Winnipeg Jets stay atop the league. They move to a few NHL veterans who are beating the “washed” allegations, and some recent absentees who will soon return from injury. Aidan chats about the impending NCAA eligibility vote, and James introduces some games to end off. Podcast recorded on Monday, November 4, and produced by Aidan Serra. Music by Gareth Baird.

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01:20:11

Episode 67: Ovechkin's Ongoing Pursuit

The Great Canadian Hockey Podcast ·

2024/10/31

James Paracy and Aidan Serra talk about the season's start for numerous NHL superstars, specifically Connor McDavid, Alexander Ovechkin, and more. They chat about Toronto's defensive moves, outstanding goaltending, and injuries, specifically the long list of absentees from the Avalanche lineup. Podcast recorded on Wednesday, October 30 and produced by Aidan Serra. Music by Gareth Baird.

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01:01:21

Episode 66: Flop Frozen Frenzy

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2024/10/24

Aidan Serra and James Paracy talk about the last week in the NHL, including a Tuesday night that saw every NHL team in action. They chat about the Robert Thomas injury, Edmonton's blown lead to Carolina, and a potential USHL/OHL link. Episode recorded on Wednesday, October 23 and produced by Aidan Serra. Music by Gareth Baird.

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01:24:15

Episode 65: Utah Hockey Party

The Great Canadian Hockey Podcast ·

2024/10/16

James Paracy and Aidan Serra talk about the red-hot start from the Utah Hockey Club, specifically Dylan Guenther and Clayton Keller's starts, before moving on to the sputtering beginnings of Edmonton and Vancouver's seasons. They talk about what Igor Shesterkin's next contract will mean to the New York Rangers, the Faceoff: Inside the NHL docuseries on Amazon Prime, Seamus Casey, Landon DuPont, and more. Podcast recorded on Tuesday, October 15, and produced by Aidan Serra. Music by Gareth

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02:46:51

Episode 64: Western Conference Preview

The Great Canadian Hockey Podcast ·

2024/10/08

Aidan Serra and James Paracy touch on Jeremy Swayman's contract extension before launching a deep dive into the Western Conference, previewing both divisions with standings, breakout players, and more. Podcast recorded on Monday, October 7 and produced by Aidan Serra. Music by Gareth Baird.

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03:07:57

Episode 63: Eastern Conference Marathon

The Great Canadian Hockey Podcast ·

2024/09/23

James Paracy and Aidan Serra rip through the entire Eastern Conference, previewing and predicting the 2024-25 season for all 16 teams. Podcast recorded on Sunday, September 22, and produced by Aidan Serra. Music by Gareth Baird.

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01:35:39

Episode 62: Derek Bedard

The Great Canadian Hockey Podcast ·

2024/09/16

Aidan Serra and James Paracy talk about Luke Hughes' injury, a few pieces of contract news, and take a look at The Score's Top 50 Prospects list. They then welcome on Derek Bedard, General Manager of the PJHL's Ridge Meadows Flames (42:42), to talk about the Flames' 2024 playoff run, the Western Canadian Development Model, and the ramifications of Braxton Whitehead's commitment to Arizona State University. Podcast recorded on Sunday, September 15, and produced by Aidan Serra

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