Episodes

  • How We Ruined Canadian Hockey | Episode 137
    Jan 8 2026
    In Episode 137 of the Goalie Science Podcast, Jamie and Derek dig deep into Canada’s World Junior Championship loss and the public outcry that followed. They examine whether the Canadian player development model is flawed, tackling issues like open borders, super teams, lack of adversity, and overemphasis on early winning. They challenge reactionary takes blaming CHL imports, half-ice hockey, and goalie selection. They also discuss goaltending performances across the tournament, the impact of structured vs unstructured youth environments, and why North American goalies may be falling behind. The episode wraps with a discussion on nepotism in hockey, injury load management, and updates on upcoming podcast guests. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
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    56 mins
  • World Junior Drama, Coaching Mistakes, Q & A | Episode 136
    Jan 5 2026

    Hosts:

    Dr. Jamie Phillips – Former pro goalie, DPT, Founder of Ghost Rehab & EGM

    Derek Bujan – Owner, Bjan Goaltending & On Ice Hockey Performance

    Special Format:

    First-ever in-person episode with special appearances from Jamie’s wife and a live Q&A from the community.

    Topics Covered:

    • Team Canada’s World Junior goalie selection controversy

    • Zayne Parekh’s NHL future: skill vs. attitude

    • Coaching regrets: overcoaching, goalie rotation, and learning the hard way

    • Gender-based coaching adaptations: girls vs. boys

    • Junior hockey decisions: A vs AA at U13, goalie partner vs. solo crease

    • New gear trends and technique myths: RVH wrist injuries, Panda, paddle grips

    • 2023 coaching and business highlights (EGM, Ghost, championships)

    • 2026 predictions: trades, goalie shifts, and who’s winning a Cup

    • Vlog reflections, family, mentorship, and why documenting matters


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    54 mins
  • Is Your Agent Hurting or Helping | Episode 135
    Dec 18 2025

    Topics Covered:

    • Why one youth hockey all-star team was picked by drawing names

    • How coaches can better support goalies through anxiety & pressure

    • U.S. junior league breakdown: NAHL, NCDC, NA3HL, BCHL

    • The risk of trusting the wrong advisor (or coach)

    • Differences between junior and AAA development environments

    • Goalie career mismanagement: how it happens, how to avoid it

    • NHL goalie trends + how Olympic ice changes the crease landscape

    • Coaching shoutouts, gear wins, and what we’re testing next


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    1 hr and 10 mins
  • Open Borders, Broken Goalies & Christmas Gear Picks | Episode 134
    Dec 10 2025
    Featured Gifts
    • Edge Protect Post Guards

    • Easy Crease

    • Mask Scraps Custom Paint

    • Cement Pegs & Pro Pegs

    • Bauer Shadow/Flylite Sticks

    • Cut-resistant socks + poly socks

    • Padskins full wraps

    • Oculus + Sense Arena (for injured goalies only)

    • Goalie Mobility Program (365 days, 4 tracks)

    • Shot clickers (for parents who can’t count)

    • Heated vests for freezing cold rinks


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    1 hr and 10 mins
  • The One Where We Break Wrists | Episode 133
    Nov 28 2025

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    54 mins
  • Is Your Kid a Donkey | Episode 132
    Nov 13 2025

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    Topics Covered.
    • Why some kids are donkeys… and how we discipline them

    • Should coaches be friends, mentors, or surrogate parents?

    • When to actually consider leaving your current team or club

    • How to evaluate your goalie’s options based on radius, budget, and coaching turnover

    • Billeting young kids—what’s too young?

    • Emo and punk nostalgia: Alexis on Fire, Silverstein, Linkin Park, and Hawthorne Heights

    • Pregame music, CD binders, and being 10 years old listening to Offspring


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    1 hr and 7 mins
  • Are Small Area Games the NHL Secret? | GOALIE SCIENCE |Episode 131
    Nov 6 2025

    Topics Covered:

    • One puck drill: why it’s the most valuable goalie drill on the planet

    • Playing on a weak team: how it can fast-track your development

    • Why spring hockey should be chaos

    • Stick saves part 2: gloves, rebounds, and puck rotation

    • The truth behind “developmental” programs that don’t develop

    • Goalies who are afraid to get scored on

    • November slumps: why it happens and how to get through it

    • Vision problems & goalie performance: Acreman case study

    • Strength training, athlete excuses, and parent overreach

    • Easy Crease & Bauer gear giveaways


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    1 hr and 7 mins
  • Playing on Bad Teams Will Ruin Your Career | Episode 130
    Oct 29 2025

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    Giveaway Instructions

    We’re giving away a free Easy Crease!

    To enter:

    1. Go to the YouTube video

    2. Comment on who you think is more of a winnerConnor Hellebuyck or Jordan Binnington

    3. Each comment = 1 entryWinner announced in next episode!


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    58 mins