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College Hockey Insider

College Hockey Insider

Mike McMahon reacts and analyzes the latest news around college hockey while bringing readers insider notes from sources around the country.

Mike McMahon

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Show overview

College Hockey Insider has been publishing since 2021, and across the 5 years since has built a catalogue of 75 episodes. That works out to roughly 40 hours of audio in total. Releases follow a monthly cadence.

Episodes typically run thirty-five to sixty minutes — most land between 18 min and 46 min — with run-times ranging widely across the catalogue. None of the episodes are flagged explicit by the publisher. It is catalogued as a EN-language Sports show.

The show is actively publishing — the most recent episode landed yesterday, with 29 episodes already out so far this year. The busiest year was 2026, with 29 episodes published. Published by Mike McMahon.

Episodes
75
Running
2021–2026 · 5y
Median length
36 min
Cadence
Monthly

From the publisher

Veteran college hockey reporter Mike McMahon is joined by some of the biggest names in college hockey. On top of that, Mike will bring listeners insider news and analysis on all of college hockey's current events. www.collegehockeyinsider.com

Latest Episodes

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College Hockey Rundown: 10/7/26

Oct 7, 202648 min

Ep. 23: We’re back for another season!

Oct 1, 202653 min

Mayich family attorney Rob Carey interview on Fox News

Sep 24, 20264 min

Video: Arizona State NCHC Media Day call

Sep 24, 202629 min

Reacting to Arizona State’s initial report on events related to ASU hockey player Matthew Mayich

Sep 23, 202636 min

Reacting to the temporary injunction in college granting a fifth year to recent college grads

Aug 1, 202618 min

State of the Game Press Conference

Apr 16, 202636 min

Ep. 22: Viva The Frozen Four

Mike and Tyler talk about the Frozen Four, St. Cloud State, Alaska Anchorage’s new opening, and a lot more on this week’s College Hockey Rundown.As mentioned in this episode, Tyler is running a 5K, 10K, and Half Marathon in October to raise money for “Give Kids the World,” a charity that helps send sick children to Disney World. If you would like to contribute to his fundraising, click here. This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.collegehockeyinsider.com/subscribe

Apr 8, 202658 min

HPR: Previewing the Frozen Four teams

These segments with Shane Malloy were recorded this week and will air this weekend on Hockey Prospect Radio on SiriuxXM NHL Network Radio. This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.collegehockeyinsider.com/subscribe

Apr 1, 202640 min

Ep. 21: Reacting to the regionals and Mercyhurst's decision to drop hockey

Mike and Tyler react to the regionals, then talk about the head coach opening at St. Cloud State, and the decision Mercyhurst made last week to drop its men’s hockey program.As mentioned in this episode, Tyler is running a 5K, 10K, and Half Marathon in October to raise money for “Give Kids the World,” a charity that helps send sick children to Disney World. If you would like to contribute to his fundraising, click here. This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.collegehockeyinsider.com/subscribe

Mar 31, 202656 min

Ep. 20: Breaking down the regionals, and what's happening at Yale?

Tyler gloats about his picks record over Mike … even though Mike has a better overall record.Plus, some talk on the Yale story that broke this week after Keith Allain wrote a letter regarding Yale AD Victoria Chun. Then, they make picks and break down all of the regionals. Mike rants about the process, and more.As mentioned in this episode, Tyler is running a 5K, 10K, and Half Marathon in October to raise money for “Give Kids the World,” a charity that helps send sick children to Disney World. If you would like to contribute to his fundraising, click here. This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.collegehockeyinsider.com/subscribe

Mar 25, 202657 min

Ep. 19: Picking conference winners, and NPI/bracket talk

This week on the rundown, Mike and Tyler tackle:* The latest on the NPI and at-large situation.* What about potential bracket placement? * Mike and Tyler make picks in all of the conference championships.* In something that has nothing to do with college hockey … if there was one rule in hockey (not just college hockey) that we could change, add, or eliminate, what would it be?As mentioned on this episode, Tyler is running a 5K, 10K, and Half Marathon in October to raise money for “Give Kids the World,” a charity that helps send sick children to Disney World. If you would like to contribute to his fundraising, click here. This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.collegehockeyinsider.com/subscribe

Mar 17, 202653 min

Talking where things stand in the NPI heading into Saturday night

This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.collegehockeyinsider.com/subscribe

Mar 14, 202620 min

Ep. 18: How can the NCAA avoid playoff games during spring break?

This week on the rundown, Mike and Tyler tackle:* What is the latest on the NPI? Who is a lock, who is on the bubble, and who needs to do what?* How can the NCAA avoid playoff games during Spring Break?* Maine announced an opportunity for a jersey patch sponsor. Why are college programs looking at jersey sponsors?* The Chicago Blackhawks said last week they plan to sign Sacha Boisvert when BU’s season ends. Is that weird?* Some crazy scenarios in Hockey East.* In something that has nothing to do with college hockey … who wins the WBC?As mentioned on this episode, Tyler is running a 5K, 10K, and Half Marathon in October to raise money for “Give Kids the World,” a charity that helps send sick children to Disney World. If you would like to contribute to his fundraising, click here. This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.collegehockeyinsider.com/subscribe

Mar 10, 202649 min

Talking the NPI heading into the weekend

Talking about some NPI scenarios heading into the weekend. This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.collegehockeyinsider.com/subscribe

Mar 6, 202623 min

Ep. 17: It should be automatic

This episode is brought to you by the United Collegiate Hockey Cup, the inaugural postseason tournament for college hockey’s independent programs, set for March 5–7 in St. Louis. Don’t miss your chance to be part of the first edition of this new championship event — click here to purchase tickets to the 2025 UCHC.This week on the rundown, Mike and Tyler tackle:* More on Maryville, and the potential for an Independent autobid.* Minnesota State won the CCHA.* What should happen when the lights go out mid-play?* Which teams have locked up spots for the NCAA Tournament?* Olympic reactions?* Best road trip snacks?As mentioned on this episode, Tyler is running a 5K, 10K, and Half Marathon in October to raise money for “Give Kids the World,” a charity that helps send sick children to Disney World. If you would like to contribute to his fundraising, click here. This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.collegehockeyinsider.com/subscribe

Mar 3, 202656 min

Sunday NPI Update (3/1)

Updating the NPI scenarios on Monday morning.Note: This was a live video on Sunday - for some reason it did not post, but all of the information still applies on Monday morning! This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.collegehockeyinsider.com/subscribe

Mar 2, 202624 min

Saturday Morning NPI Update (2/28)

This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.collegehockeyinsider.com/subscribe

Feb 28, 202632 min

Coach's Corner Ep. 4: Brendan Riley (Long Island)

This episode is brought to you by the United Collegiate Hockey Cup, the inaugural postseason tournament for college hockey’s independent programs, set for March 5–7 in St. Louis. Don’t miss your chance to be part of the first edition of this new championship event — click here to purchase tickets to the 2025 UCHC.This week, we talk to Long Island coach Brendan Riley about LIU’s season and the upcoming United Collegiate Hockey Cup tournament. This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.collegehockeyinsider.com/subscribe

Feb 26, 202617 min

Ep. 16: Brown hires Tom Upton, and Maryville ready to launch

This episode is brought to you by the United Collegiate Hockey Cup, the inaugural postseason tournament for college hockey’s independent programs, set for March 5–7 in St. Louis. Don’t miss your chance to be part of the first edition of this new championship event — click here to purchase tickets to the 2025 UCHC.This week on the rundown, Mike and Tyler tackle:* Brown hired Tom Upton as its next head coach* Maryville is set to launch its D-I hockey program* What does that mean for a new conference?* The NCAA sent out a memo on tampering* Who are locks to make the NCAA Tournament?* Is Gavin McKenna a Hobey Baker candidate?* And, in something that has nothing to do with college hockey, what’s one TV show we could watch on repeat, until the end of time?As mentioned on this episode, Tyler is running a 5K, 10K, and Half Marathon in October to raise money for “Give Kids the World,” a charity that helps send sick children to Disney World. If you would like to contribute to his fundraising, click here. This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.collegehockeyinsider.com/subscribe

Feb 25, 202646 min
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