1973 Podcast

George Pesut: From the NHL to Europe – The Stories Behind The Fourth Period Think you've heard every hockey story? Think again. Former NHL defenseman and author George Pesut joins the 1973 Podcast for one of our most raw, uncensored, and unforgettable interviews to date. George pulls absolutely no punches as he shares stories from the wild world of 1970s and '80s professional hockey. From life in the NHL and WHA to his adventures across Europe, nothing is off limits. The conversation includes locker-room stories, adult humor, strong language, behind-the-scenes tales, and moments that left all three hosts speechless. We also dive into his incredible memoir, The Fourth Period – Between the Ice Sheets: Hockey on Two Continents, uncovering the untold stories that couldn't stay between the pages. 🔥 In this episode: The reality of pro hockey in the '70s and '80s Life with the California Golden Seals and Calgary Cowboys European hockey adventures unlike anything you've heard Unfiltered locker-room stories Adult humor and language throughout The inspiration behind The Fourth Period Why this era of hockey will never be duplicated ⚠️ Viewer Discretion Advised: This episode contains strong language, mature themes, and stories intended for a mature audience. If you enjoy uncensored hockey stories, legendary guests, and conversations that go places most podcasts won't, Episode 175 is one you won't forget.

👻🏒🎙️ EPISODE 173: WHO YA GONNA CALL? STANLEY CUP CHAOS & MASKED MAYHEM! 🎙️🏒👻 The boys are back for another jam-packed episode of the 1973 Podcast, covering everything from movie classics to wrestling madness and the biggest stage in hockey! 🎬 One Watch, Everybody Knows the Rules This week we fire up the proton packs and take a trip back to 1984 as we review the legendary original Ghostbusters. Does it still hold up as one of the greatest comedy films ever made? We break down our favorite moments, memorable characters, and why this movie remains a pop-culture phenomenon decades later. 🤼 This Week in Wrestling The wrestling world gave us one of the most bizarre and entertaining spectacles of the year as El Hijo del Vikingo's AAA promotion delivered the unforgettable El Grande Americano vs. El Grande Americano Mask vs. Mask showdown! We discuss the match, the storyline, the fallout, and why wrestling can still surprise us when you think you've seen it all. 🏒 Sports Talk The Stanley Cup Final is underway, and we're diving into Games 1 and 2! We discuss the key moments, standout performances, coaching decisions, momentum swings, and what each team needs to do to hoist hockey's ultimate prize. Has the series already shifted, or is the best still yet to come? 🛸 Tinfoil Hat / Sports Conspiracy of the Week Are tax-free states creating an unfair advantage in professional sports? We take a fun look at the growing debate surrounding teams in states without income tax and whether that financial edge helps attract star players and build championship contenders. 🔥 Movie nostalgia. 🔥 Wrestling insanity. 🔥 Stanley Cup drama. 🔥 A sports conspiracy guaranteed to spark debate. Bust ghosts, drop masks, raise the Cup, and grab your tinfoil hat—Episode 172 of the 1973 Podcast has something for everyone! #1973Podcast #Ghostbusters #StanleyCupFinal #NHLPlayoffs #HockeyTalk #WrestlingPodcast #AAAWrestling #ElGrandeAmericano #SportsTalk #MovieReview #TinfoilHat #PodcastLife #SportsPodcast #WrestlingTalk #HockeyFans #GhostbustersReview #StanleyCup #PodcastCommunity #ListenNow #NewEpisode

Episode 155 is loaded from bell to bell. This week’s One Watch Everybody Knows the Rules takes us into Guy Ritchie chaos as we break down the cult classic Snatch—bare-knuckle boxing, diamond heists, and quotable lines for days. In This Week in Wrestling, we dive deep into the fallout from the 2026 Royal Rumble live from Riyadh, Saudi Arabia—surprise entrants, shocking eliminations, and what it all means heading into WrestleMania season. Sports fans, we’ve got you covered: Early NHL trade chatter you’ll be hearing everywhere soon A breakdown of the Stadium Series matchup: Tampa Bay Lightning vs. Boston Bruins An early Super Bowl preview you didn’t know you needed: Patriots vs. Seahawks We also hit some heavy and heartfelt pop-culture conversation, reflecting on iconic comedy and television legacies, before Brad puts the tinfoil hat on tight for a deep dive into the hidden meanings and cultural impact behind Red Hot Chili Peppers’ “Californication.” Movies. Wrestling. Sports. Music. Conspiracies. This episode has everything—hit play, turn it up, and tell a friend. 🔥 Episode 155 might just be our most unhinged yet.

Episode 153 is stacked wall-to-wall with chaos, controversy, and classic 1973 energy—and this one’s built to move the algorithm. 🎬 One Watch Everybody Knows the Rules This week’s movie review dives deep into the dark, unforgettable 90s classic Sleepers. Heavy themes, powerhouse performances, and brutal questions about justice, revenge, and morality—no punches pulled. 🤼 Wrestling Rundown We break down the current state of WWE and AEW, what’s working, what’s broken, and where both companies are heading as storylines heat up and fans stay divided. 🏈 Football Talk • NFL Playoffs: A full breakdown of the second-round matchups and what to expect as the road to the Super Bowl tightens. • College Football Finals: An unexpected showdown as Indiana vs. Miami takes center stage—who’s got the edge and who shocks the world? 🏒 Hockey History A legendary moment in the NHL as Zdeno Chára and Sergei Fedorov have their numbers retired by their respective franchises. We reflect on their careers, legacy, and what they meant to the game. 🛸 Tinfoil Hat Conspiracy of the Week Strap in. This week we ask the question no one is supposed to ask: 👉 Did humanity live on Mars before we ever lived on Earth? Ancient civilizations, planetary catastrophes, and suppressed history—connect the dots if you dare. 🔥 Movies. Wrestling. Football. Hockey. Conspiracies. This episode has everything—and it’s one you’ll want to share. 🎧 Episode 153 is live now. Hit play, turn it up, and welcome back to the 1973 Podcast.

Episode 151 is loaded with nostalgia, controversy, and classic 1973 chaos. This week on One Watch Everybody Knows the Rules, the boys head back to the sandlot as they break down the all-time classic The Sandlot — childhood legends, baseball myths, and why this movie still hits harder than a fastball to the ribs. In This Week in Wrestling, we take the temperature of the WWE and break down the current state of the company — what’s working, what’s not, and where things feel headed as storylines continue to shift. On the ice, we dive into the newly released Olympic Men’s Hockey rosters, talking snubs, surprises, and which countries look stacked heading into international play. And of course, Brad caps it all off by donning the tin foil hat for a conspiracy theory of the week that goes global — digging into the idea of an attack on Venezuela and asking the question: coincidence… or something much bigger? Nostalgia, sports, wrestling, and conspiracies — this is the 1973 Podcast firing on all cylinders. You’re killing me, Smalls. 🎧🔥