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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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54:02

Alex Goligoski and Devan Dubnyk came to play:...

NHL Unscripted with Virk and Demers ·

2025/02/27

Adnan Virk returns from Winnipeg and asks Jason Demers if the Jets are for real. Then Jason's former teammate, Alex Goligoski, stops by to remember Marc-Andre Fleury's pranks and Phil Kessel's weight room exploits. After breaking down Timothee Chalamet's big speech at the SAG Awards, the guys then welcome Devan Dubnyk, who discusses Jordan Binnington's 4 Nations performance along with the highs and lows from his career. And, of course, another heated installment of "Am I Wrong?"See

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4:51

JD POV: 4 Nations vs NBA All-Star

NHL Unscripted with Virk and Demers ·

2025/02/22

While the 4 Nations Face-Off had even the most casual sports fans jumping out of their seats, NBA All-Star weekend proved to be pretty uninspiring. In our latest bonus clip, Jason Demers wades into the discussion to break down the differences between these two events and why the NHL is so different from the NBA. To hear the entire episode, check out Thursday's show with actor Jeremy Piven.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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55:01

Jeremy Piven's grand performance: Canada-U.S.A. in...

NHL Unscripted with Virk and Demers ·

2025/02/20

Jason Demers shares a memorable encounter at Whole Foods before he and Adnan Virk get into the big Canada-U.S.A. championship game and all the highlights from the 4 Nations Face-Off. Actor Jeremy Piven then joins them to discuss Chris Chelios, his late mother and his upcoming film, The Performance. The guys also reflect on Guy Pearce's comments about Kevin Spacey and Chris Russo's 4 Nations hot take. Finally, David Ayres stops by to mark the five-year anniversary of his historic NHL debut.See

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2:56

JD POV: Sid's vision.

NHL Unscripted with Virk and Demers ·

2025/02/15

With the 4 Nations Face-Off in full swing, Jason Demers offers his breakdown of Sidney Crosby's performance in Team Canada's tournament-opening win.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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46:02

Sean McDonough calls it as he sees it: Sid's dominant...

NHL Unscripted with Virk and Demers ·

2025/02/13

After witnessing a child's all-out tantrum at the airport, Jason Demers has some parenting questions for Adnan Virk before breaking down an electric first night of the 4 Nations Face-Off. They're then joined by legendary broadcaster Sean McDonough, who shares his favorite call, unique upbringing and interaction with Team Canada coach Jon Cooper immediately after the 4 Nations opener. Finally, the guys discuss Clint Eastwood's Juror #2 and campaign to get Jason cast in the upcoming Youngblood

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55:32

Zach Werenski is ready for 4 Nations: Surging...

NHL Unscripted with Virk and Demers ·

2025/02/06

Adnan Virk raves about his trip to Smashville before getting into it with Jason Demers about the playoff-hungry Senators, a slew of NHL trades and the rising salary cap. Then Columbus Blue Jackets star Zach Werenski stops by to talk about the upcoming 4 Nations Face-Off and share amazing stories about Auston Matthews, John Tortorella and Johnny Gaudreau. Producer Tal also hops on to talk about the Substance before Pete "Swaggy P" Lenes shares the highlights from his unique hockey journey.See

en-US

8:05

Cinephile in 60: Emilia Perez gets too much Oscar...

NHL Unscripted with Virk and Demers ·

2025/02/02

Adnan Virk and Jason Demers are both a little baffled by Emilia Perez's 13 (13?!) nominations at this year's Academy Awards. And after weeks of Jason and Adnan arguing back and forth, Producer Tal chimes in to finally settle the debate: Is Anora a masterpiece or is it just soft-core porn?See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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54:38

Ian Happ shares his many interests: The Rantanen...

NHL Unscripted with Virk and Demers ·

2025/01/30

There's almost TOO much show this week! Jason Demers and Adnan Virk get all up in the shocking Mikko Rantanen blockbuster and what it means for the upcoming trade deadline as well as how teams at the Four Nations Face-Off will deal with some sudden roster shakeups. Then Chicago Cubs outfielder Ian Happ joins us to talk Winter Classic, coffee and Eddie Vedder. Finally, we go all in on the Academy Award nominations before Tim Kalinowski gives Adnan some bad news about his beloved Eagles in the

en-US

51:31

Jordan Martinook brings his kid to the party: The...

NHL Unscripted with Virk and Demers ·

2025/01/23

Jason Demers may be a little jealous about Adnan Virk's cinema-loving fans, but he's pretty optimistic about the Toronto Maple Leafs this season. Jason and Adnan also break down the Connor McDavid suspension, the J.T. Miller trade rumors and a potential Pittsburgh Penguins fire sale. Then Carolina Hurricanes forward Jordan Martinook stops by with his young son, Chase, to share some memories from a very special trip to Cabo. Adnan closes with a story from director Barry Sonnenfeld's new book before

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5:55

Cinephile in 60: What the SAG nominations tell us...

NHL Unscripted with Virk and Demers ·

2025/01/19

Adnan Virk is back talking films instead of sports. In an excerpt from the most recent episode of NHL Unscripted, Adnan dives deep into the Screen Actors Guild Awards nominations and predicts what the upcoming Academy Award nominations will look like. Will Demi Moore finally get a statue or will this be young Mikey Madison's big night? Is Kieran Culkin going to add an Oscar to the Emmy on his mantle? And what unknown Russian actor could find himself in the spotlight on Hollywood's biggest night?See

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54:08

Jesus Lopez shares his incredible story: Mid-season...

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2025/01/16

Adnan Virk returns from Chicago, where people continue to mistake him for local legend Chris Chelios. Then Jason Demers offers his perspective on the mid-point of the season, including the impressive Columbus Blue Jackets and what could happen with the Boston Bruins. Vegas Golden Knights Spanish-language broadcaster Jesus Lopez (20:44) then shares his incredible story before Nick Alberga (36:15) offers his thoughts on which surprise players could contend for the Hart Trophy. Finally, Adnan responds

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52:00

Frank the Tank and Ian Bagg stop by: The surging...

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2025/01/09

Following an eventful trip to Montreal during which one of them realized their cousin might be a drug dealer, Jason Demers and Adnan Virk take a look at the resurgent Montreal Canadiens. They then get into the divergent performances of Canada and the United States at the World Junior Championships before sports media personality Frank "the Tank" Fleming (21:30) and comedian Ian Bagg (44:25) join the fun. Finally, Jason gives his thoughts on the Kardashians and shares an important lesson about why

en-US

43:39

Best of 2024: Winter Classic wrap-up, a new coach in...

NHL Unscripted with Virk and Demers ·

2025/01/02

In the first episode of the new year, Jason Demers and Adnan Virk share their favorite hockey moments, music and movies of 2024. Producer Tal even drops in to share his thoughts on A Complete Unknown. Jason then breaks down why Canada's struggles at the World Junior Championships could represent a bigger problem for Hockey Canada and shares a special conversation he had with former Blackhawks captain Jonathan Toews.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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45:47

Brian Slagel rocks on: A mea culpa for the Senators,...

NHL Unscripted with Virk and Demers ·

2024/12/26

On a special holiday episode, Virk and Demers admit the impossible: they were both wrong about something. They also discuss the ongoing soap opera in Vancouver as well as what's the deal with the recently suspended (again) Matt Rempe. Then heavy metal legend Brian Slagel (22:11) stops by to talk about the colliding worlds of hockey and hard rock, not to mention the time he hung out with Metallica AND Jaromir Jagr. Finally, with so many players hitting the beach during the NHL holiday break Jason

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47:13

Nate Thompson on his mental health journey: A great...

NHL Unscripted with Virk and Demers ·

2024/12/19

With the holiday season in full swing, Adnan Virk and Jason Demers discuss a great night in Edmonton, the theory behind all these drones in New Jersey and why the NBA Cup is ridiculous. Then former NHL player Nate Thompson (21:30) shares his powerful message about mental health as well as his connection to the Jewish faith. Naturally, Adnan weighs in on the recent Academy Awards shortlist announcement and Jason shares plenty of stories about the time he thought he was drafted (he wasn't, yet) and

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47:05

Don Granato talks NHL coaching carousel: the Rangers...

NHL Unscripted with Virk and Demers ·

2024/12/12

In a very special second episode, Adnan Virk and Jason Demers take a moment to appreciate their new podcast. From there, they evaluate a big week for the New York Rangers’ ongoing soap opera and figure out what will become of the Vancouver Canucks. Former Buffalo Sabres head coach Don Granato (18:12) then joins us to give his take on the NHL’s coaching carousel and his time mentoring some kid named Auston Matthews. Finally, Adnan goes all in on the Golden Globe nominations and we honor

en-US

66:39

The Kid Mero joins; Four Nations snubs, Quarter-point...

NHL Unscripted with Virk and Demers ·

2024/12/05

In the premiere episode, Adnan Virk and Jason Demers say hello to the podcast world. It all starts with an in-depth look at the team rosters for the upcoming Four Nation Faceoff, listing their most notable tournament snubs. After going through the biggest surprises and disappointments at the season’s quarter-pole mark the guys welcome special guest The Kid Mero (38:10) to discuss his love for the New Jersey Devils and his infamous fight with baseball legend Pedro Martinez. Finally, Adnan and Jason

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2:00

Introducing: NHL Unscripted with Virk and Demers

NHL Unscripted with Virk and Demers ·

2024/11/26

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