“I enjoy Chris and Julian’s insights into the NHL and hockey in general, and their chemistry is good, almost bordering on homoerotic at times (Julian to Chris and not the other way around). I also appreciate that this newest season is louder and that Chris (so far) has been using a broadcast...”Read full review »
Bill37473727 via Apple Podcasts ·
Canada ·
10/08/24
“Any chance you can boost the audio of the actual podcast? Quietest pod I follow and your ads are super loud, tough listen.
In terms of content it’s not bad! Too much personal banter sometimes but good chemistry between the two hosts”
vlLllLvvvLl via Apple Podcasts ·
Canada ·
08/15/24
“Great podcast, CJ and Julian are wonderful but CJ needs a proper microphone to help minimize the low-quality zoom audio and eliminate the cracking/clicking sounds. You can do better SDPN, LFG!”
951Q via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
07/01/24
“Chris is a good reporter and I respect his work, but Julien just steers this towards the Leafs the whole time. There are 15 other teams in the playoffs. Maybe spend more than just a smidge of your time talking about them for a change.”
Jormungandr19 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
04/29/24
“Just listened to the most recent show - Chris as always was excellent but I am really getting tired of Julian - turned the pod off after 15 minutes. Chris needs a new co-host to return this show to listenable.”
Aurorajohnk via Apple Podcasts ·
Canada ·
02/13/24
“I used to love the banter between the two “short Kings” until Julian’s take on the Morgan Reilly suspension forced me to turn away from what was once a really great experience.
The repeated shouts of “what did he do wrong” when speaking of Ridley Greig, was asinine and childish. He had a take, I...”Read full review »
“I enjoy listening to Chris and his insight but Julien is really hard to listen to, his laugh is forced and incredibly annoying, I often have to turn off an episode because it’s so cringy.”
Jaynejayjay via Apple Podcasts ·
Canada ·
12/28/23
“I really want to like this pod, but I can’t! I appreciate Chris Johnston’s takes and insight, but Julian drags it down with his constant irrelevant questions and banter about non-hockey related stuff. Not to mention he has the most annoying laugh in the history of laughs. Chris and Julian aren’t...”Read full review »
“I love listening to CJ, but it doesn’t work with Julian. As some others have commented, Julian can be cringy. Sounds harsh, but it’s true. I think Julian has potential, but I rarely listen to this pod because of him, then I try again after a few months, and instantly regret it. Too bad, as he...”Read full review »
GoodBadIndifferent via Apple Podcasts ·
Canada ·
05/21/23
“I love CJ and his takes but Julian really drags the show down in my opinion. He’s had almost two years to refine his skills and he’s still cringey as ever, with a limited knowledge of the league as a whole. He’s comes off as uninformed and faking it. It’s a shame that this podcast has such a lack...”Read full review »
Ryan Paul Downey via Apple Podcasts ·
Canada ·
03/14/23
“Overall, I enjoy the show, but they often they keep rambling on about non hockey stuff. Sometimes it goes on and on and on, and that’s their right, it’s their show, but as a result, I find myself fast forwarding often and even deleting more episodes before even listening to them, unless there’s ...”Read full review »
“Great content, great people, love supporting the sdpn. I have to listen at 1.25x because the cadence reminds me of my own mouth-breathing slow brain. Still listen to every show.”
“CJ is one of my favourite hockey journalists and I have listened to this pod since Ep 1. I’ve given Julian tons of runway to get comfortable as a host. But he is still so so awkward and repetitive and stilted. Cringey. He does lots of panel shows outside of this pod and I think many of his habits...”Read full review »
WomenPlayHockeyToo via Apple Podcasts ·
Canada ·
11/14/22
“Similar to the Leafs, this show has untapped potential, given it is less than the sum of its parts. We tune in for a hockey podcast, not the irrelevant banter. Time to up your game. Thank you.”
Very_Dissatisfied! via Apple Podcasts ·
Canada ·
11/01/22
“I was excited for this podcast because I’ve always enjoyed listening to Chris Johnston, but his co-host is soooo annoying. Julian talks way too much and most of the time it’s just plain stupid. This is the Chris Johnston Show, stop making it all about you. I listened to the first season but I’m...”Read full review »
“would be 5 stars, but betting segments are horrible, and destroy peoples lives, doesn‘t matter if you tell everyone to gamble responsibly, it‘s like telling an alcoholic to just have one beer.”
rueser via Apple Podcasts ·
Switzerland ·
06/17/22
“CJ has always been insightful and informative. I really like hearing him. Unfortunately Julian is cringe AF alot of the time. Super vague, dumb takes, and rambling questions that hold very little actual substance. It’s a shame. I can’t tolerate every episode anymore. So many other hockey pods to...”Read full review »
“Chris and Julian are an incredible team and bring a lot of insight to the best game on ice! A great addition to the SDP network, recommended for all fans!”
ChileanStorm via Apple Podcasts ·
Canada ·
04/20/22
“Ugh why do all these podcasts with young hosts just talk about twitter. Most of it aren’t on there. Maybe do some real work and develop some interesting insight or find some older hockey reporters who have good experiences and stories from the game to share. Maybe also allow questions via email...”Read full review »
NathanS77 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
04/04/22
“longtime steve dangle podcast listener, the episodes with CJ were always appointment listening, so i'm stoked to be getting more CJ content. Julian is perfect as a host, a great pair”Read full review »
shannonxx210 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
10/24/21
“CJ and Julian were fun right out of the gate. A great listen about a game we love. The boys have a natural talent that allows them to deftly go from serious to silly. Looking forward to seeing what the podcast develops into. It’s had a fun start.”
“CJ is always amazing so no surprise he’s great here again. But Julian is a revelation. I’ve never seen/heard him before, and I think he is fabulous. What a talent!”
kmj1423 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
10/04/21
“Congrats CJ! I have always been extra pumped for SDP episodes when you’re going to be on so it’s just super awesome to see you get your own show! Excited to get to know Julian on the pod as well 😎 Great stuff guys! 🤩👍”
jesuisgcommeca via Apple Podcasts ·
Canada ·
10/01/21
“So glad CJ has his own podcast now, it’s fascinating to have another longer format perspective on hockey news and Chris is such a down to earth person.”
Papadupulous via Apple Podcasts ·
Canada ·
09/28/21