Show overview
Cannon Fodder has been publishing since 2020, and across the 6 years since has built a catalogue of 100 episodes. That works out to roughly 60 hours of audio in total. Releases follow a monthly cadence.
Episodes typically run thirty-five to sixty minutes — most land between 30 min and 44 min — though episode length varies meaningfully from one episode to the next. None of the episodes are flagged explicit by the publisher. It is catalogued as a EN-US-language Sports show.
The show is actively publishing — the most recent episode landed 3 months ago, with 5 episodes already out so far this year. The busiest year was 2024, with 23 episodes published. Published by Gannett Media / Consumer Products.
From the publisher
A roundtable discussion on Columbus Blue Jackets from The Columbus Dispatch.
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Breaking Points
Columbus Blue Jackets beat reporter Brian Hedger talks with Dispatch sports reporter Dan Aulbach on the latest episode of the Cannon Fodder podcast. In this edition, we discuss what’s been happening with the Blue Jackets since the return from the Olympic break.
Where the Blue Jackets sit at the Olympic break
Columbus Blue Jackets beat reporter Brian Hedger talks with Dispatch sports reporter Dan Aulbach on the latest episode of the Cannon Fodder podcast. In this edition, we discuss where the Blue Jackets stand during the Olympic break and how this team has turned things around at this point in the season.
Dissecting Rick Bowness’ strong start with Blue Jackets
Columbus Blue Jackets beat reporter Brian Hedger talks with Dispatch sports reporter Dan Aulbach on the latest episode of the Cannon Fodder podcast. During this edition, we talk about the new coach Rick Bowness and how the Blue Jackets have played recently.
Evason out: 'Bones,' Wadds and Dean's disharmony
Columbus Blue Jackets beat reporter Brian Hedger talks with Dispatch sports reporter Dan Aulbach on the latest episode of the Cannon Fodder podcast. During this edition, we discuss the surprising move to fire head coach Dean Evason and assistant Steve McCarthy and hire Rick Bowness as the team's new head coach.
Planes, trades and more blown leads
Columbus Blue Jackets beat reporter Brian Hedger talks with Dispatch sports reporter Dan Aulbach on the latest episode of the Cannon Fodder podcast. During this edition, we discuss what’s currently happening with the Columbus Blue Jackets at this point so far into the 2025-26 season.
Was Don Waddell sneaky efficient?
Dispatch sports columnist Michael Arace speaks with Columbus Blue Jackets beat reporter Brian Hedger on the latest episode of the Cannon Fodder podcast. During this edition, we recap what happened during the NHL draft and discuss the players the Blue Jackets acquired during this time.
Roster palooza
Dispatch sports columnist Michael Arace speaks with Columbus Blue Jackets beat reporter Brian Hedger on the latest episode of the Cannon Fodder podcast. During this edition, we preview the upcoming NHL draft, speculate about what the Jackets might do, and discuss the implications for the future.
Monahan wins Masterton
Dispatch sports columnist Michael Arace speaks with Columbus Blue Jackets beat reporter Brian Hedger on the latest episode of the Cannon Fodder podcast. During this edition, we talk about how center Sean Monahan was voted Masterton Trophy winner and provide other news and notes regarding the Blue Jackets.
The Dean Evason effect
Dispatch sports columnist Michael Arace speaks with Columbus Blue Jackets beat reporter Brian Hedger on the latest episode of the Cannon Fodder podcast. During this edition, we recap the 2025 NHL Draft and talk about everything that happened with the Blue Jackets.
Setting up for an interesting offseason
Dispatch sports columnist Michael Arace speaks with Columbus Blue Jackets beat reporter Brian Hedger on the latest episode of the Cannon Fodder podcast. During this edition, we discuss what has happened in the offseason and what we expect to see forthcoming.
Blow us outta here
Dispatch sports columnist Michael Arace speaks with Columbus Blue Jackets beat reporter Brian Hedger on the latest episode of the Cannon Fodder podcast. During this edition, we discuss how the Blue Jackets were eliminated from the playoffs and their hopes of making a run in the postseason. Finally, we preview their final regular-season game against the New York Islanders.
Hedger, Buccigross on the stretch run
Dispatch sport columnist Michael Arace speaks with Columbus Blue Jackets beat reporter Brian Hedger on the latest episode of the Cannon Fodder podcast. During this edition, we talk about where things currently sit with the Blue Jackets and what’s next as this regular season comes to an end. Finally, we hear from sports broadcaster John Buccigross on his thoughts on the Jackets this year and get his predictions on how things will shake out.
Down the stretch they come
Dispatch sports columnist Michael Arace speaks with Columbus Blue Jackets beat reporter Brian Hedger on the latest episode of Cannon Fodder podcast. During this edition, we discuss how the Philadelphia Fylers have fired head coach John Tortorella. Finally, we discuss the current skating lines and how the CBJ could make the playoffs.
Down the stretch in 26 minutes with Jody Shelley
Dispatch sports columnist Michael Arace speaks with broadcaster Jody Shelley on the latest Columbus Blue Jackets Cannon Fodder podcast. During this edition, we hear Shelley’s thoughts on the final 15 games of the season and how the Blue Jackets have been performing as of late.
The Gaudreaus’ court case, the Jackets wild card chase
Dispatch sports columnist Michael Arace speaks with Columbus Blue Jackets beat reporter Brian Hedger and courts reporter Bethany Bruner on the latest episode of the Cannon Fodder podcast. During this edition, we provide an update on where things currently sit with the court case regarding the Gaudreau brothers and talk about the Blue Jackets' chase for a wild-card spot in the NHL playoffs. NOTE: Sean Higgins has pleaded not guilty to all charges against him.
Talking trade deadline, outdoor game
Dispatch sports columnist Michael Arace speaks with Blue Jackets beat reporter Brian Hedger on the latest episode of the Cannon Fodder podcast. During this edition, we talk about tomorrow’s trade deadline and recap everything that recently happened at the outdoor stadium series game against the Detroit Red Wings.
An hour into the break
Dispatch sports columnist Michael Arace speaks with Columbus Blue Jackets beat reporter Brian Hedger on the latest episode of the Columbus Blue Jackets Cannon Fodder podcast. This edition discusses the Blue Jackets performance before the NHL break and what we think will happen when play resumes.
Rumors: Elias Pettersson to Columbus?
Dispatch sports columnist Michael Arace speaks with Columbus Blue Jackets beat reporter Brian Hedger on the latest episode of Cannon Fodder podcast. During this edition, we recap everything that’s been happening as of late with the Blue Jackets and speculate on some trade rumors circulating amongst the NHL.
Make or break time
Dispatch sports columnist Michael Arace speaks with Columbus Blue Jackets beat reporter Brian Hedger on the latest episode of the Cannon Fodder podcast. During this edition, we recap the latest happenings with the Blue Jackets and talk about how it’s make or break it time for the Blue Jackets to start earning points in the NHL standings.
Calgary ceremony, David Jiricek trade
Dispatch sports columnist Michael Arace speaks with Columbus Blue Jackets beat reporter Brian Hedger on the latest episode of Cannon Fodder podcast. During this edition we recap last nights Calgary ceremony that was held to remember the Gaudreau brothers, talk about the Blue Jackets performance during this game and discuss the recent trade of player David Jiricek.