Fiery Pod

Fiery Pod

Author: Talk North Podcast Network March 19, 2026 Duration: 57:59
Fireworks erupt when Russo and LaPanta discuss the playoff format, plus the boys discuss Johansson, #mnwild playoff line combinations and Bob Motzko’s departure.   Next live show is April 6 at Tuttle’s   from Aquarius Home Services Studio (www.aquariushomeservices.com) Supported by: Aquarius Home Services (www.aquariushomeservices.com/)   OnX Maps (www.onxmaps.com/) Royal Credit Union (www.rcu.org) See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

For Minnesota Wild fans who crave more than just the highlights, Worst Seats in the House w/ Michael Russo & Anthony LaPanta offers a deep, unfiltered dive into the team and the league. Hosted by veteran beat reporter Michael Russo and seasoned broadcaster Anthony LaPanta, this podcast brings together decades of insider access and hockey knowledge. The conversation goes beyond game recaps, delving into roster moves, front office strategy, and the nuanced stories unfolding in the locker room. As part of the Talk North Podcast Network, Russo and LaPanta also break down the wider NHL landscape, providing context on how league-wide trends and rival teams impact the Wild's path. Listeners get the kind of candid, analytical discussion that happens between two experts who have seen it all, often from the literal worst seats in the press box. It’s a must-listen for anyone who wants to understand the real narratives driving their favorite hockey team. Tune in for regular episodes that feel like a smart, engaging bull session with the most informed people in the room.
Author: Language: English Episodes: 100

Worst Seats in the House w/ Michael Russo & Anthony LaPanta - Minnesota Wild Podcast
Podcast Episodes
Got Ourselves a Series [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 33:14
In a bonus WSITH, @russohockey and @anthonylapanta break down a Game 2 loss, talk Game 3 potential lineups, Dallas’ physicality and much more from Aquarius Home Services Studio (www.aquariushomeservices.com) Supported by…
1 Game Doesn’t Make a Series [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 30:02
In a special Worst Seats in the house @talknorthpod, @russohockey and @anthonylapanta break down a 6-1 blowout of the Stars in Game 1, Wallstedt’s performance, Hughes-Faber masterclass, tremendous Eriksson Ek, Kirill, Bo…
Wild-Stars preview [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:08:53
In front of a packed house at Splitrocks, goaltending takes up the majority of the conversation between @anthonylapanta and @russohockey, plus #mnwild lineup chatter, keys to the series and … upgrade list distractions du…
Going for Home Ice [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 56:15
During a live show at Tuttle’s, @russohockey and @anthonylapanta discuss the hot streaks by Kaprizov and Boldy, the #mnwild’s plans for the final week with home ice advantage suddenly a possibility in the first round and…
Ode to Jessi [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 43:43
During this special Worst Seats in the House @talknorthpod, @russohockey and @anthonylapanta talk about the tragic loss of friend and colleague Jessi Pierce and their three kids and then turn to her beloved #mnwild, pote…
Stress Relief [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:07:42
Live from Elsie’s, the boys talk #mnwild deadline, what Guerin meant with his Bobby Brink comment, the playoff format and OT penalty rules and Russo’s new, heavily-used LaPanta stress relief puck. from Aquarius Home Serv…
Bonus Pod [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 14:18
In this bonus WSITH @talknorthpod, Russo and LaPanta break down the #mnwild’s active trade deadline, the additions, subtractions, and much more. Next live pod is Monday at 7 at Elsie’s from Aquarius Home Services Studio…
Quinn on Late Night [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:03:15
In the latest WSITH @talknorthpod, Russo is fresh off the plane from NYC, where he watched Quinn on The Tonight Show. Plus, Russo and LaPanta talk trade deadline and depth scoring. Next live show: March 9, 7 p.m., Elsie'…
Double Golds for USA [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:04:46
In the latest WSITH, Russo and LaPanta discuss the gold medals won by the USA’s women’s and men’s hockey teams, the aftermath and resumption of the #mnwild season. from Aquarius Home Services Studio (www.aquariushomeserv…
Chris Kelleher joins [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 59:31
In a special WSITH, #mnwild assistant GM and USA Hockey Olympic exec Chris Kelleher joins to show to discuss a stressful quarterfinal, Quinn Hughes' heroics, the Hughes and Tkachuk Bros., Auston Matthews, Chris Drury and…