Dump & Chase Podcast
Since 2019, the Dump & Chase Podcast has been the Unofficial Fan Podcast of the 2023 USHL Clark Cup Champion Youngstown Phantoms. Hosted by season ticket holders Sam Olmstead, Justin Irwin, and Dan Conley, the show gives weekly insight and analysis into Phantoms games, roster moves, and much more. The show also features interviews with Phantoms Staff, Coaches and Players. Check it out today!
Episodes
204 episodes
A New Era: Head Coach Nathan Paetsch
We've closed one amazing chapter, and now we start the next! We welcome to the show the new head coach of the Phantoms, 17 year pro and most recently an Assistant Coach with the AHL's Rochester Americans, Nathan Paetsch!
Ryan Ward: The Exit Interview
This isn't goodbye, just goodbye for now. We welcome Ryan, Jessica, Ollie & Teddy to the show to talk about what Youngstown has meant to them, as well as Ryan's thoughts as he joins the AHL's Providence Bruins as an Assistant Coach. From al...
2026 Main Camp: Part 8 - Jackson Adams & Kevyn Adams
We've reached the end! This is Part 8 of the 2026 Main Camp Recap! So to finish off the series, we are joined by Phantoms defenseman Jackson Adams and his father, former NHL player, Sabres GM and current Boston Bruins Senior Advisor, Kevyn Adam...
2026 Main Camp: Part 7 - Brandon Gotkin & Cal Kiefiuk
This is Part 7 of the 2026 Main Camp Recap. We're close to wrapping this year's series up, and we're closing out with some heavy hitters. Coming up in this episode is Associate Head Coach Brandon Gotkin and Assistant Coach Cal Kiefiuk!
2026 Main Camp: Part 6 - Brayden Thompson, Sean Miller & Jesse Orlowsky
This is Part 6 of the 2026 Main Camp Recap. Coming up, we were joined by super friends Brayden Thompson and Sean Miller, followed by their relationship counselor Jesse Orlowsky. This one was a ton of fun! Enjoy!
2026 Main Camp: Part 5 - Jeff Cox & Tim Parkos
This is Part Five of the 2026 Main Camp Recap. Coming up, we welcome back to the show, Assistant GMs Jeff Cox and Tim Parkos! We'll take a look at some of the Phantoms new Phase I picks, as well as what it's like out on the scouting trail. Enjo...
2026 Main Camp: Part 4 - Logan Anderson & Austin Hall
Welcome to Part Four of the 2026 Main Camp Recap. Coming up, we welcome back forward and last season's tender, Logan Anderson. We also welcome first timer Austin Hall, the Phantoms tender for the upcoming season! We're halfway home!
2026 Main Camp: Part 3 - Ryan Ward & Ollie Ward
Welcome back to Part Three of the 2026 Main Camp Recap. We welcome Phantoms Head Coach Ryan Ward, and his handpicked special guest, his son Ollie! Buckle up, the kid doesn't hold back!
2026 Main Camp: Part 2 - Kamden Kaiser, Jack Hair & Jackson Conroy
Up next is Part Two of the 2026 Main Camp Recap. We welcome Phase II pick Kamden Kaiser, followed by Phase I picks Jack Hair and Jackson Conroy to the show. The future is bright!
2026 Main Camp: Part 1 - Brody Berard & Lukas Zajic
We kick off the 2026 Main Camp Recap with Phantoms defenseman Brody "One Punch" Berard, along with the newcomer, forward Lukas Zajic!
Season 8 Finale
Well, this is the end of the line. Congratulations to the Phantoms for an incredible season, and thank you to everyone who followed and helped us along this journey. Let's go out with a bang, then on to the next!
Round Two v2: Well... This Isn't Ideal
Formatting quickly took a hit in this episode, and we just ended up talking through our feelings. Pour a cold one (unless you're driving while listening, then don't do that) and kick back with us as we pick up the pieces and focus on this weeke...
Round Two: Idle No More
Phantoms hockey is back after the bye week, and so are we. We recap all the Round 1 action with returning guest Joel Norman, then turn the page and break down what to expect in Round 2.
Round One: Spectators Edition
The Phantoms capture the Anderson Cup and roll into the postseason with momentum. We break down what it means and preview Round 1 of the playoffs, plus Joel Norman returns to help us size up the Western Conference.
Red, White, & Run Over w/ Cal Huston & Ryan Rucinski
The Phantoms take care of business against the NTDP U17s in their lone game of the weekend, and we break down the win with guests Cal Huston and Ryan Rucinski, and talk about the past few years and legacy going forward.
Eastern Conference: Under New (Same) Management w/ Matt Lipcsak
The Phantoms sweep Chicago in two games to secure back-to-back Eastern Conference championships. We break down the big weekend, the standout moments, plus special guest play-by-play broadcaster Matt Lipsack joins the show.
Two Games, No Salvation w/ Jack Willson
The Phantoms take care of business with a two-game sweep over the Dubuque Fighting Saints. We break down the big weekend, key moments that made the difference, and what it means moving forward. Plus, special guest Jack Willson joins the show to...
At Least We Didn't Get Swept w/ Jack Hextall
The Phantoms drop 2 of 3 over the weekend, but the vibes aren’t completely dead yet. We break down the games, dive into a robust Q&A, and welcome special guest Jack Hextall to the show. Plenty of hockey talk, a few laughs, and maybe even so...
Dancing The Night Away w/ Evan Jardine
The Youngstown Phantoms take 2 of 3 on the weekend and officially punch their ticket to the dance. We break down the games and welcome special guest Evan Jardine to talk about the weekend, Dad's Weekend, and gearing up for the stretch run.<...
Call The Janitor w/ Tobias Trejbal
The Phantoms hit the road and leave Waterloo with a two-game sweep and zero hospitality points awarded. We break down the weekend wins and welcome guest goaltender Tobias Trejbal, fresh off making shooters reconsider their career decisions.&nbs...
Panic! At The Arena w/ Carter Murphy
Three games. Three losses. Zero sugarcoating. We break down a brutal weekend, what went wrong, and how the team responds—plus special guest Carter Murphy joins the show to add some insight, perspective, and a little hope after a rough stretch.
Money Doesn't Buy Motivation w/ Kazumo Sasaki
Money is the root of all evil, and good hockey teams, apparently. We're back for another packed episode, including a sweep of the Stars and a Q&A that tested our limits. We also welcome to the show Phantoms speedster Kazumo Sasaki!
Winning Is Fun, Losing Still Sucks w/ Jesse Orlowsky
The Phantoms split the weekend—one up, one down—and we break it all down with plenty of opinions that probably shouldn’t be trusted. Plus, special guest Jesse Orlowsky jumps on to talk hockey, life, and whatever else gets accidentally brought u...
Chasing Butterflies w/ Matej Teply
The Phantoms scored 20 goals in two games, which is rude, unnecessary, and incredibly fun. We recap the weekend where the red light basically needed an ice pack, then chat with defenseman Matej Teply about life on the blue line while the forwar...
