KINGS OF THE PODCAST
John Hoven of Mayor's Manor (http://www.mayorsmanor.com) and Dennis Bernstein of The Fourth Period (http://www.thefourthperiod.com) cover the NHL from their home base in Los Angeles. Known as both influencers and insiders, the duo are weekly staples on satellite and terrestrial radio. Dennis is the Los Angeles Chapter Chair of the Professional Hockey Writers Association and John's Mayor Manor is a go-to source for LA hockey news and views for over a decade. Not affiliated with the Los Angeles Kings, Sacramento Kings or Kings of Leon.
Episodes
243 episodes
KOTP Ep. 243 - Question Time with Mark Yannetti
In a fitting conclusion to our Summer Series the number one KOTP guest, LAK Director of Amateur Scouting Mark Yannetti returns to answer listener questions.
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Episode 243
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1:49:32
KOTP Ep. 242 with guest @BrianSlagel
One of KOTP's favorites, Metal Blade Records CEO Brian Slagel returns! Also,8 2/3DB on the road again!Liam Greentree update
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Episode 242
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KOTP Ep. 241 with guests @greghetson and @earlskakel
This episode welcomes back two KOTP favorites, punk rocker Greg Hetson and the one and only, comedian Earl Skakel.
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Episode 241
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1:04:53
KOTP Ep. 240 with guest Jordan Spence
In the newest episode of the KOTP Summer Series, former LAK defenseman Jordan Spence joins to discuss his time in Los Angeles and what lies ahead in Ottawa
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Episode 240
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KOTP Ep. 239 with guest Grant Sluknynsky
The Summer Series continues with an interview with Grant Sluknysky, brother of LAK goaltending prospect Hampton. Also, DB chats about the NHL/NHLPA European Player Media Tour in MilanThe continuing Connor M...
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Episode 239
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KOTP Ep. 238 with guests @isaiahmustafa and @DieterRuehle
The Summer Series continues with two KOTP favorites!
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Episode 238
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1:30:03
KOTP Ep. 237 with guest John Bush
In the second edition of KOTP's Summer Series John Bush, lead signer for Armored Saint and Anthrax stops in.
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Episode 237
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KOTP Ep. 236 with guest @ShaneMalloy
Shane Malloy of Hockey Prospects Radio returns to discuss the 2025 LAK Draft in the initial installment of the KOTP Summer Series!
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Episode 236
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KOTP Ep. 235 with guest Andrew Lord
The new coach of the Ontario Reign, Andrew Lord makes his KOTP debut.Also:- DB back on the grid- What is UNO?- Ozzy/Oasis- CBA talk - @CapWages Trade Builder
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Episode 235
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KOTP Ep. 234 with guest Mark Yannetti and Free Agency Frenzy recap
It's over two hours of everything you'd want in an LAK podcast. - The top rated KOTP guest, LAK Director of Amateur Scouting Mark Yannetti returns for his look at the 2025 Draft. - The guys go chapter and verse on Ken Ho...
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Episode 234
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2:14:37
KOTP Ep. 233 with very special guest @ILoveLAWeLoveIt
The viral sensation from the final pick of the 2025 NHL Draft, Jeremy makes his KOTP debut. Oh yeah, the guys discuss the Jordan Spence trade, too.
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Episode 233
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KOTP Ep. 232 - Pre NHL Draft and Free Agent Frenzy Episode
It's been a minute since the guys last episode...it's because they've been world travelers! After a preamble about their sojourns, DB and The Mayor talk Cup Final, Draft and Free Agency.
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Episode 232
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KOTP Ep. 231 with guest @ShaneMalloy
It's been a minute so the boys are bringing you TWO HOURS of content! DB at the Stanley Cup FinalWhat Marco Sturm's departure means to LAKFree agency and trade outlook Shane Malloy of Hockey ...
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Episode 231
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2:04:00
KOTP Ep. 230 with guest Marco Sturm
One of the hot candidates for open NHL coaching jobs, Ontario Reign Coach Marco Sturm returns to KOTP to chat with The Mayor about the prospects in the LAK pipeline. The guys discuss the second and third round of the Stanley Cup playoffs as wel...
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Episode 230
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1:21:26
KOTP Ep. 229 - Emergency Pod with guest Ken Holland
The LA Kings new Vice President and General Manager makes his debut and the guys talk about the ramifications of the hire of the 10th GM in franchise history.
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Episode 229
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KOTP Ep. 228 - Get Crackin', Luc
In the aftermath of another Los Angeles Kings bitter playoff loss to the Edmonton Oilers, the guys discuss the departure of General Manager Rob Blake and the work ahead for the team President Luc Robitaille. Major topics:
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Episode 228
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KOTP Ep. 227 - LAK/EDM G1 and 2 recap and G3 preview.
The LA Kings roll into Edmonton with a two games to none series lead on the Oilers and the guys recap the wins in Los Angeles and the challenges of Game 3.
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Episode 227
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KOTP Ep. 226 with very special guest Nick Nickson
As the days wind down on his 44-year, Hall of Fame career and with his final call of Stanley Cup playoffs games just ahead, LAK broadcasting icon Nick Nickson joins KOTP. Also:A Mayor review of Coachella and AC/DC at the...
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Episode 226
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1:41:38
KOTP Ep. 225 -- First, Second or Third
With the Los Angeles Kings clinching a playoff spot for the fourth consecutive season, what is still to be determined is who they will face in the first round of the Stanley Cup Playoffs. DB and The Mayor discuss the team's strong c...
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Episode 225
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58:55
KOTP Ep. 224 with guest Alex Laferriere
LAK winger Alex Laferriere returns to KOTP! Also in this episode:The stretch runA new Quinton Byfield narrative?Change in the 2025 Rookie TournamentUpdate on the upcoming college hockey playoff...
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Episode 224
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1:14:04
KOTP Ep. 223 with guest Alex Turcotte
LAK forward Alex Turcotte returns to KOTP to discuss his first full NHL season. Also in this episode:A look back at the week that was and a look ahead to the LAK two game road trip. Kings prospects are sho...
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KOTP Ep. 222 - New Look Roster in LA
The NHL Trade Deadline has come and gone and the guys discuss the aftermath. The Mayor gives an update on the Kings prospect pipeline.The guys discuss the upcoming week in Los Angeles including the return of PL Dubois and pos...
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Episode 222
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KOTP Ep. 221 - Stutts Brings Manchester Memories
In the finale of our series of interviews with the 2015 Manchester Monarchs Calder Cup championship team, Coach Mike Stothers returns to KOTP and reminisces with The Mayor.
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Episode 221
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KOTP Ep. 220 with guests JF Berube and Michael Mersch
Two members of the Manchester Monarchs 2015 Calder Cup championship team, goaltender JF Berube and winger Michael Mersch, chat with The Mayor 1-on-1. The guys discuss the 4 Nations Tournament including the epic USA-Canada game last ...
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Episode 220
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