Islanders Anxiety: A New York Islanders podcast
Episodes
Islanders Anxiety - Episode 192 - Opening A Can of Wormholes
01 Mar 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Mike and Dan recap a week of good Islanders performances (with one shameful loss) and wonder where the team's younger players go after this weird seas...
Weird Islanders: The Podcast! - Episode 5 - Thomas Vanek (with guest Jenny Berman)
25 Feb 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Joined by Lighthouse Hockey's own Jenny Berman, Mike and Dan discuss how Thomas Vanek spent 47 games with the Islanders that were somehow both complet...
Islanders Anxiety - Episode 191 - Waiting for Themselves
22 Feb 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Mike and Dan look again at the Islanders' maddening pattern of wins and lamentable losses, and how their trade deadline will affect their overall dire...
Islanders Anxiety - Episode 190 - A Tapestry of Agony
15 Feb 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Mike and Dan recap the Islanders up and down (mostly down) trip to Western Canada and look back at a cursed first half of the season. They look at wha...
Weird Islanders: The Podcast! - Episode 4 - Kirk Muller (with guest Michael Paul Smith)
11 Feb 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Joined by actor, writer and podcaster Michael Paul Smith, Dan and Mike take it all the way back to the original Islanders villain who changed the way ...
Islanders Anxiety - Episode 189 - That's What Losing Does
09 Feb 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Mike and Dan discuss the Islanders' embarrassing loss to expansion Seattle just before the All Star Break and the important road trips that will deter...
Weird Islanders: The Podcast! - Episode 3 - Ryan Smyth (with guest Noel Fogelman)
04 Feb 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Dan and special guest Noel Fogelman revisit one of the most bizarre episodes in recent Islanders history, the many-layered acquisition of "Captain Can...
Islanders Anxiety - Episode 188 - Half the Formula Down
01 Feb 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Dan and emergency recall Carey Haber look at the Islanders recent losses, their struggles against winning teams and what qualities they're still missi...
Islanders Anxiety - Episode 187 - A Phenomena of Emotions
23 Jan 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Mike and Dan recap the Islanders three wins and one loss this week and examine the monumental impact of Clark Gillies, who has passed away at 67. Back...
Weird Islanders: The Podcast! - Episode 2 - Jay Pandolfo (with guest Kevin Schultz)
21 Jan 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Mike and Dan discuss defensive forward Jay Pandolfo's short but legendary stint as an Islander with former blogger and Vintage Ice Hockey founder Kevi...
Islanders Anxiety - Episode 186 - I Want That Team Again
16 Jan 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Mike and Dan recap a win and a loss and look into some possible trades the Islanders can make to bolster their defense in this (possibly already lost)...
Weird Islanders: The Podcast! - Episode 1 - Brian Rolston (with guest Carey Haber)
11 Jan 2022
Contributed by Lukas
First episode of a brand new LHH podcast! What is a "Weird Islander" and what makes Brian Rolston one? We ask guest Carey Haber and lay down some grou...
Islanders Anxiety - Episode 185 - Like a Travelling Circus
03 Jan 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Mike and Dan recap the Islanders back-to-back wins as they stare down another long break in between games. They look at the quality play in wins over ...
Islanders Anxiety - Episode 184 - Short End of the Stick
22 Dec 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Mike and Dan talk about a good win and two frustrating loses for the Islanders, and are joined by Arthur Staple to hear stories of his decade on the t...
Islanders Anxiety - Episode 183 - Exorcising Demons All Around
13 Dec 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Mike and Dan recap a big win and a tough loss, and hash out the Islanders' recent play and current identity (or lack thereof). Their spirits are high ...
Islanders Anxiety - Episode 182 - Coming Back to Life
09 Dec 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Mike and Dan breath a sigh of relief as the Islanders win an actual game and start putting points together. They just need to keep doing that. They ta...
Islanders Anxiety - Episode 181 - A Stretch of Absolute Hell
28 Nov 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Mike and Dan sift through two more Islanders losses and process their frustrations over the postponements of at least two upcoming games. They talk ab...
Islanders Anxiety - Episode 180 - Far From Fine
24 Nov 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Absolutely nothing is going right for the Islanders right now - losses, injuries and COVID cases are piling up. But there is a new arena to talk about...
Islanders Anxiety - Episode 179 - The Ledge is Approaching
18 Nov 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Mike, Dan and special guest Carey Haber process the emotions of the Islanders losing three straight games and defenseman Ryan Pulock to injury as they...
Islanders Anxiety - Episode 178 - Made a Mess of That Place
09 Nov 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Mike and Dan chat about the Islanders mostly successful weekend and talk to Arthur Staple about his new book "100 Things Islanders Fans Should and Do ...
Islanders Anxiety - Episode 177 - More Positive Than Negative
03 Nov 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Mike and Dan talk about the Islanders' shootout loss in Nashville, the positives they can take away from their record on the road so far and the next ...
Islanders Anxiety - Episode 176 - Such a Quiet Freak
26 Oct 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Dan interrupts Mike's vacation to talk about Ilya Sorokin's back-to-back shutouts, Zdeno Chara's struggles and Josh Bailey's miraculous Islanders tenu...
Islanders Anxiety - Episode 175 - A Deep Sigh of Relief
21 Oct 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Mike and Dan review the Islanders' first three games of the season, which saw a lot of bad with some good hope lurking below the surface. They talk ab...
Islanders Award Winners Season 2 Preview - Bryan Trottier, Calder Trophy, 1976
18 Oct 2021
Contributed by Lukas
A short preview of the first episode of Islanders Award Winners Season 2. The Isles use a new rule to take a young and impressive Bryan Trottier in th...
Islanders Anxiety - Episode 174 - A Very New Experience
14 Oct 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Mike and Dan ponder the Islanders' finalized roster and what it means to finally root for a team with Stanley Cup expectations. They look at who's in ...
Islanders Anxiety - Episode 173 - The Rest of the NHL
10 Oct 2021
Contributed by Lukas
For the first time ever, Mike and Dan turn their attention to teams that aren't the Islanders to give their thoughts, outlooks and bold predictions fo...
Islanders Anxiety - Episode 172 - Threat Level Orange
07 Oct 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Mike and Dan discuss the Islanders goalie situation as Semyon Varlamov misses more preseason games, then turn their attention towards a secret UBS Are...
Islanders Anxiety - Episode 171 - We Have a Very High Standard
30 Sep 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Mike and Dan "recap" the Islanders' first two preseason games, talk about the standouts so far and make some bold predictions for the upcoming season....
Islanders Anxiety - Episode 170 - Somebody Came Back
20 Sep 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Mike and Dan resume their normal format (mostly) to talk about the return of Zdeno Chara to the Islanders and their upcoming training camp. They celeb...
Islanders Anxiety - Episode 169 - 31 Thoughts About Zach Parise
12 Sep 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Mike and Dan channel Jeff Marek and Elliotte Friedman to talk about the Islanders' long awaited acquisition of forward Zach Parise. Beginning with aud...
Islanders Anxiety - Episode 168 - Die an Islander
02 Sep 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Mike and Dan recap the Islanders' long-awaited signings, and Mike catches the off-Broadway play partially based on the podcast. They discuss the pros,...
Islanders Anxiety - Episode 167 - A Lot Has Happened
25 Jul 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Mike and Dan discuss the many goings on around the draft for the Islanders, including trades, an expansion loss, new prospects and a crazy schedule. T...
Islanders Anxiety - Episode 166 - A Go-Pro in Lou's Office
09 Jul 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Mike and Dan talk to Arthur Staple of The Athletic about the Islanders offseason. Who might go, who might stay and where the cap room might be coming ...
PTIsles - It Stings
01 Jul 2021
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of PTIsles, Joe Buono (@IslesBlog) and Noel Fogelman (@thefirstnoel19) are joined by IslesBlog co-editor and Empire Sports Media contr...
Islanders Anxiety - Episode 165 - On the Bus with the Team
27 Jun 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Mike and Dan recap the Islanders loss to the Lightning in Game 7 of the NHL semifinals and the bonds this iteration of the team formed with the people...
PTIsles - BEAULIEVE
25 Jun 2021
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of PTIsles, Joe Buono (@IslesBlog) and Noel Fogelman (@thefirstnoel) react to the Islanders forcing a Game 7 in Tampa Bay following a ...
Islanders Anxiety - Episode 164 - Happy Debris
25 Jun 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Mike and Dan recap the Islanders dramatic Game 6 win over the Lightning and vent their anxieties over Game 7. They talk about the ways in which the Is...
Islanders Anxiety - Episode 163 - A Sprinkle of Magic
21 Jun 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Mike and Dan remain amazed at Ryan Pulock’s last second save to preserve the Islanders’ Game 4 win as they recap that game and Games 2 and 3. They...
PTIsles - Soak it in
15 Jun 2021
Contributed by Lukas
In the latest episode of PTIsles, Joe Buono (@IslesBlog) and Noel Fogelman (@thefirstnoel19) reflect on just how much they enjoying yet another deep p...
Islanders Anxiety - Episode 162 - Cut the Rink in Half
14 Jun 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Mike and Dan recap the Islanders’ clinical win over the Lightning in Game 1 of their semifinal series and the unexpected complete team victory. They...
Islanders Anxiety - Episode 161 - My Very Hoarse Friend
11 Jun 2021
Contributed by Lukas
With a raspy voice worn out from screaming, Mike and Dan discuss the Islanders eliminating the Bruins and facing the Lightning again in the semifinals...
Islanders Anxiety - Episode 160 - Pizza in the Trunk
06 Jun 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Mike and Dan recap Games 3 and 4 of the Islanders-Bruins series, the breakout of Mat Barzal and the unique Nassau Coliseum experience. They talk about...
Islanders Anxiety - Episode 159 - Casey Cizikas Saved My Marriage
02 Jun 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Mike and Dan cover the ups, downs, heroes and goats of first two games of the Islanders-Bruins series. They talk about the Islanders being overmatched...
Islanders Anxiety - Episode 158 - The Islanders Did it Again
28 May 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Mike and Dan revel in the Islanders' elimination of the Penguins and marvel at how far they've come in three seasons. They talk about Ilya Sorokin's a...
PTIsles - Whale of a Game
26 May 2021
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of PTIsles Joe Buono (@IslesBlog) and Noel Fogelman (@thefirstnoel19) are joined by NHL.com's Brian Compton after the Islanders 2OT wi...
Islanders Anxiety - Episode 157 - An Episode of The Love Boat
23 May 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Mike and Dan discuss the rollercoaster of the Islanders losing Games 2 & 3 to the Penguins, then winning a Game 4 lovefest. The talk about how satisfy...
Islanders Anxiety - Episode 156 - They Stole It at Gunpoint
18 May 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Mike and Dan are still excited over 24 hours after the Islanders OT win over the Penguins in Game 1 of their playoff series. They talk about the mista...
Islanders Anxiety - Episode 155 - So Much Hope In The Air
12 May 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Mike and Dan look ahead to the Islanders first round playoff series against the Penguins and reasons to be optimistic (or doubtful). They talk about t...
PTIsles - Limping in
06 May 2021
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of PTIsles, Joe Buono (@IslesBlog) and Noel Fogelman (@thefirstnoel19) are joined by IslesBlog's Rob Taub and James Nichols for a roun...
Islanders Anxiety - Episode 154 - A Good Time for Perspective
06 May 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Mike and Dan are very confused by the recent play of the Islanders and the even more recent actions of the Rangers. One team has sandwiched two clini...
Islanders Anxiety - Episode 153 - Souls Sucked Out by Aliens
25 Apr 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Mike and Dan recap the Islanders two tough losses to the Capitals, the team's recent struggles and a win against the Rangers. They recount, in gory de...
Islanders Anxiety - Episode 152 - A Week In a Submarine
20 Apr 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Mike and Dan worry about the Islanders' recent lackluster play with six (6!) games against the Rangers and Capitals looming on the horizon. They wonde...
PTIsles - Runnin' With The Devils
14 Apr 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Joe and Noel are joined by The Athletic's Arthur Staple to discuss the trade deadline and the Isles chances in the postseason. Learn more about your a...
Islanders Anxiety - Episode 151 - Let Them All Unfold In Front of You
13 Apr 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Mike and Dan are joined by Arthur Staple of The Athletic to discuss the Islanders trade deadline acquisitions and how the team will respond. First, th...
Islanders Anxiety - Episode 150 - I Hope You Brought Your Roses
06 Apr 2021
Contributed by Lukas
On their 150th episode, Mike & Dan celebrate Mathew Barzal and a blowout win over the Caps, then ponder the fate of Kyle Palmieri and other possible t...
Islanders Anxiety - Episode 149 - Dark Clouds Coming In
31 Mar 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Mike and Dan lament two disastrous loses in Pittsburgh and the difficult looming schedule for the Islanders. They look at how recent lineup decisions ...
PTIsles - It's the Pitts
31 Mar 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Joe Buono and Noel Fogelman are not panicking (yet) after back-to-back losses to the Penguins in Pittsburgh. They talk about slow starts, Top Line Leo...
Islanders Anxiety - Episode 148 - You're Watching a Symphony
24 Mar 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Mike and Dan celebrate Ilya Sorokin stealing the Islanders a win and look at some possible trade targets. They recap a week in which the Islanders mos...
PTIsles - Life After Lee
19 Mar 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Joe and Noel recap the 4-3 Islanders loss to the Flyers and discuss how they can replace Anders Lee. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone...
Islanders Anxiety - Episode 147 - People Are Starting to Notice
16 Mar 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Mike and Dan examine the Islanders' wild weekend series against the Devils, their winning streak and the attention the team is starting to get from ar...
PTIsles - Winning Ways
11 Mar 2021
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of PTIsles, Joe Buono (@IslesBlog) and Noel Fogelman (@thefirstNoel19) recap another very successful Islanders week which included a t...
Islanders Anxiety - Episode 146 - This Side of the Mountain
08 Mar 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Mike and Dan examine the Islanders' complete sweep of the Sabres and how they know the unique pain Buffalo fans are feeling. They talk about how the t...
Islanders Anxiety - Episode 145 - A Wait and See Moment
02 Mar 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Mike and Dan are in much better moods after the Islanders shut out the Penguins for the first time since Eddie Murphy had a hit single. They talk abou...
Islanders Anxiety - Episode 144 - Don't Know What to Believe
24 Feb 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Mike and Dan are fired up and frustrated about the Islanders last few games, who to trust and who organized an office Christmas party before a game in...
PTIsles - Paging Pageau
24 Feb 2021
Contributed by Lukas
In the latest edition of PTIsles, Joe Buono (@IslesBlog) and Noel Fogelman (@thefirstNoel19) are joined by Christian Arnold of NYI Hockey Now and the ...
Islanders Anxiety - Episode 143 - Fun Boring Hockey
18 Feb 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Mike and Dan talk about the Islanders' return to form and point streak and later, chat about a special new Mat Barzal bobblehead figure. They discuss ...
Islanders Anxiety - Episode 142 - Up From the Taxi Squad
10 Feb 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Dan and special guest Carey Haber take an overview of how the Islanders have performed so far this season. They look at the team's "Identity Line" and...
PTIsles - Identity Theft
10 Feb 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Joe and Noel are joined by Newsday Islanders beat writer Andrew Gross to discuss the recent play of the team. The first concert announcement, not the ...
Islanders Anxiety - Episode 141 - A Very Bleak Week
02 Feb 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Mike and Dan sift through the ashes of a week in which the Islanders lost four games and how many of their long-standing problems remain. They discuss...
PTIsles - What just happened?
29 Jan 2021
Contributed by Lukas
In the latest episode of PTIsles, Joe and Noel react to the Islanders blowing a 3-0 lead, allowing 5 2nd period goals and falling 6-3 to the Capitals ...
Islanders Anxiety - Episode 140 - Is It Too Early To Worry?
26 Jan 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Mike and Dan discuss the good and bad of the Islanders' split with the Devils, their upcoming games and the demise of NBCSN. They look at what worked ...
PTIsles - Feast and Famine
20 Jan 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Joe Buono is joined by Noel Fogelman as they discuss the first three games of the Islanders regular season, our favorite Islanders giveaways and The K...
Islanders Anxiety - Episode 139 - We've Seen Everything Already
20 Jan 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Mike and Dan discuss the eventful first three games of the Islanders season and the unexpected debut of Ilya Sorokin. They walk through the three cons...
Islanders Anxiety - Episode 138 - Good Concrete Feeling
12 Jan 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Mike and Dan talk about the Islanders signing of Mathew Barzal and Matt Martin, and look at the team's roster ahead of the 2021 season. They talk abou...
PTIsles - Welcome Back
08 Jan 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Joe Buono is joined by Noel Fogelman as they discuss all the happenings in Islanders training camp. When will Mat Barzal sign? Does the team have enou...
Islanders Anxiety - Episode 137 - Get Lost in Optimism
29 Dec 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Mike & Dan look ahead to the Islanders season with an eye towards some players with the potential to make a big impact. Incoming Ilya Sorokin and youn...
Isles Buzz - I Hate Goodbyes
06 Dec 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Dan and Noel discuss the end of defenseman Johnny Boychuk's career and make a show announcement Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm...
Islanders Anxiety - Episode 136 - A Walking Breathing Hockey Cliché
29 Nov 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Mike and Dan pay tribute to Islanders legend Johnny Boychuk, whose career has been cut short due to an eye injury, and all of the things the rugged de...
Isles Buzz - Cap Conundrum
15 Oct 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Dan and Noel recap the the first few days of free agency and discuss the Devon Toews trade to Colorado. We also imagine what a Joshua Ho-Sang arbitrat...
Islanders Anxiety - Episode 135 - Breaking News, Trading Toews
13 Oct 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Mike & Dan interrupt themselves to discuss the breaking trade of Devon Toews to the Avalanche, then travel back in time to cover the first few days of...
Islanders Anxiety - Episode 134 - A Little Armchair GMing
04 Oct 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Mike and Dan look ahead to an unusual NHL draft and free agency period, and back at a player that still has a deep connection to Long Island. They dis...
Isles Buzz - Looking Back and Ahead
30 Sep 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Dan and Noel discuss the Islanders amazing run to the Eastern Conference Finals and recap Lou Lamoriello's state of the Islanders news conference Lear...
Islanders Anxiety - Episode 133 - A Fulfilling Season
19 Sep 2020
Contributed by Lukas
In a super-sized wrap up episode, Mike and Dan recap the Islanders season-ending loss to the Lightning in the Eastern Conference Final and chat with w...
Islanders Anxiety - Episode 132 - A Forgettable, Unforgettable Game
17 Sep 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Mike and Dan recap the Islanders double overtime win over the Lightning in Game 5 of the Eastern Conference Final, and how Jordan Eberle's shot change...
Islanders Anxiety - Episode 131 - 42 Seconds is a Big Difference
14 Sep 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Mike and Dan talk about the Islanders being down 3-1 to the Lightning and what's working and not working for them. They recap a resilient win in Game ...
Islanders Anxiety - Episode 130 - Bad Place in a Good Place
11 Sep 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Mike and Dan talk about the Islanders losing the first two games of the Eastern Conference final in two hard to watch ways. One was a blowout and one ...
Isles Buzz - Edmonton Bound!
07 Sep 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Dan and Noel discuss the Islanders series win over the Flyers as New York advances to the Conference Finals for the first time since 1993. Learn more ...
PTIsles - Advance Like It's 1993
06 Sep 2020
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of PTIsles, Joe Buono (@IslesBlog) is joined by former Islanders VP of communications and IPB writer Chris Botta (@ChrisBottaNHL) to p...
Islanders Anxiety - Episode 129 - Let's Just Play an Islanders Game
06 Sep 2020
Contributed by Lukas
In a super-sized Sunday morning episode, Mike and Dan recap the Islanders' complete game shutout of the Philadelphia Flyers in Game 7 and look ahead t...
Islanders Anxiety - Episode 128 - This Square-Bodied Bald Dude
01 Sep 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Mike and Dan talk about the Islanders taking a 3-1 lead in their series against the Flyers, the coach behind it all and the people trying to understan...
PTIsles - Lou Gotta Believe
23 Aug 2020
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of PTIsles, Joe Buono (@IslesBlog) is joined once again by NY Post digital producer and IslesBlog contributor Rob Taub (@RTaub_) as th...
Islanders Anxiety - Episode 127 - A Wild Shift
22 Aug 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Mike and Dan wrap up the Islanders victory over the Capitals and look forward to their second round series against the Flyers. They talk about the stu...
Islanders Anxiety - Episode 126 - A Punch in the Mouth
20 Aug 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Mike and Dan recap the Islanders eventful loss in Game 4 to the Capitals and what changes they might see for Game 5. They talk about seeing the Island...
Islanders Anxiety - Episode 125 - Having a Blast
16 Aug 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Mike and Dan discuss the Islanders taking a 3-0 lead over the Capitals in their playoff series and players enjoying life in The Bubble. They talk abou...
Islanders Anxiety - Episode 124 - They Still Survived
13 Aug 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Warning: Contains Adult Language. Discretion advised. Mike and Dan recap the Islanders win over the Capitals in Game 1 of their series, the NHL lotter...
Isles Buzz - Arthur Staple Calls In
12 Aug 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Dan and Noel are joined by The Athletic's Arthur Staple to recap the Panthers series and preview the matchup with the Capitals Learn more about your a...
PTIsles - BEAUbblicious
10 Aug 2020
Contributed by Lukas
In the latest episode of PTIsles, Joe Buono (@IslesBlog) is joined once again by IslesBlog contributor and New York Post digital producer Rob Taub (@R...
Islanders Anxiety - Episode 123 - This Is My Island, Too
09 Aug 2020
Contributed by Lukas
WARNING: Contains some adult language. Listener discretion advised. Mike & Dan talk about the Islanders eliminating the Florida Panthers and their nex...
Islanders Anxiety - Episode 122 - The Play of the Playoffs
06 Aug 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Mike and Dan recap the Islanders performance in Games 2 and 3 against the Panthers and look ahead to Game 4. They examine who has played well, what we...
Islanders Anxiety - Episode 121 - The Forgotten Feature of Islanders Hockey
03 Aug 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Mike and Dan discus the return of Islanders Hockey as the team takes a 1-0 lead over the Panthers in their play-in series. They recap the 2-1 win, enj...