2 Many Men On The Mic

2 Many Men on the Mic is your go-to podcast for honest, inclusive conversations about youth hockey—from 6U through 18U. Hosted by coaches and former board members Drew Acree and Jared Balint, the show shines a light on the full community: elite players, non-elite players, new coaches, committed parents (especially moms), and everyone working behind the scenes to grow the game.We’re not here to lecture—we’re here to listen, share, and support. Drew and Jared bring their real-life experiences to help others navigate the ups and downs of the youth hockey season. We’re here to grow the game, have some fun and remind our listeners that: “Hockey is more fun when you get better at it” That goes for players, parents, coaches, and refs alike.

Episodes

Swedish Fish > Drama 🍬 | Hockey Moms Explain How Teams Become Family

We turned the show over to the real glue of every team… the moms.And let’s just say — they delivered.This episode dives into:the legendary Swedish Fish superstition that somehow became a thing 🍬how grea...

April 30, 2026 • 1:29:58

Olympian ‘Goose’ Gosselin Drops Truths on Youth Hockey + Grant Returns 👀

This one’s loaded.We’re joined by Guy “Goose” Gosselin — 2x USA Men’s Olympic hockey player, former NHL player, coach, and current USA Hockey Director with the American Development Model.Goose brings elite-lev...

April 23, 2026 • 1:05:38

He Quit Hockey… Then Came Back Better 😂 | Blake Warren’s Wild Journey (Mites → Varsity)

Blake Warren (Rockwood Summit) joins 2 Many Men on the Mic for a high-energy episode filled with hilarious stories, honest perspective, and real lessons from his hockey journey.From stepping away from hockey for a year to coming...

April 16, 2026 • Season 1 • Episode 49 • 1:13:56

Is Spring Hockey Worth It? MidStates Changes & Youth Hockey Debate

Is Spring Hockey worth it? What’s changing with MidStates? And what are coaches, parents, and players really seeing right now in youth hockey?In this episode of 2 Many Men on the Mic, Drew and Jared go back to basics—no guests, ...

April 09, 2026 • 58:47

The 3 Things That Derail Hockey Programs (Alignment, Feedback & Identity) | Matt Dumouchelle.

What separates great hockey organizations from the ones that struggle?This week on 2 Many Men on the Mic, we sit down with Matt Dumouchelle from The Coaches Site to break down what actually drives success in youth hockey programs—from align...

April 02, 2026 • Season 1 • Episode 47 • 1:06:17

Locker Room Stories & a Title Win | Twin Bridges 10U Roundtable

What happens when you hand the mic to a championship youth hockey team?This week on 2 Many Men on the Mic, we sit down with the Twin Bridges 10U B1 team — fresh off their Blue Note Cup win — for one of our most fun episodes ye...

March 26, 2026 • Season 1 • Episode 46 • 57:07

Want to Grow Girls Hockey? Start Here. | Kristen Sagaert (USA Hockey)

How do you actually grow girls and women’s hockey the right way?In this episode of 2 Many Men on the Mic, we welcome Kristen Sagaert (USA Hockey) to break down what it takes to build the girls game at the grassroots level...

March 19, 2026 • Season 1 • Episode 45 • 59:43

Episode 44 - Why Alaska Produces Great Humans who Play Hockey | Anchorage Hockey Director Kirk Kullberg

Youth hockey development looks different in Alaska. In this episode of 2 Many Men on the Mic, coaches Drew Acree and Jared Balint talk with Anchorage Hockey Association Director of Hockey Kirk Kullberg about retaining players, coaching philosop...

March 12, 2026 • 1:02:46

2 Many Men on the Mic; Air Date: 3.5.2026, Guest Bobby Reed from the Portland Jr. Winterhawks

Coach Drew Acree and Coach Jared Balint welcome in Bobby Reed, Director of Hockey for the Portland Jr. Winterhawks. The boys discuss Bobby's journey from player to coach to director and share insights and passion about developing great hu...

March 05, 2026 • Season 1 • Episode 43 • 1:21:12