No Credentials Required

Episode 33: Me and Malachi Jones

On this edition of No Credentials Required, Ryan sits down for an interview with Albany Empire wide receiver Malachi Jones. Malachi tells Ryan about what he's been up to after the collapse of the Arena Football League, how he's kept in shape during the pandemic, and why he made the decision to come back to Albany. Plus, Ryan breaks down the Empire's first loss of the season to Jacksonville and shares what's ahead in July for the podcast. No Credentials Required is part of the Belly Up Sports Podcast Network in association with Gozilla Media. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Episode 32: Breaking Down the Empire (feat. Tom ”Goz” Goslowski)

In Episode 32, Ryan has Tom "Goz" Gozlowski of Gozilla Media on to discuss the Albany Empire's Week 4 win over the Orlando Predators. They discuss what's surprised them about the Empire so far this season, what concerns they have for the remaining four, and ponder whether the Empire runs the table for the rest of the season. Then, Ryan and Goz go over Ryan's NAL Power Rankings, the Empire continue to make waves by signing a popular player, and is the Arena Football League coming back in 2023? Plus, a brief preview of Albany's game against Jacksonville. No Credentials Required is part of the Belly Up Sports Podcast Network in association with Gozilla Media. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Episode 31: The Empire Rises (w/Albany Empire WR Phillip Barnett)

In Episode 31 of No Credentials Required, Ryan sits down with Albany Empire WR Phillip Barnett. Barnett talks a little about his career in indoor football, how he got to Albany, and what it's like to play with talented ex-Arena Football League players such as Tommy Grady and Darius Prince. Then, Ryan goes over the first two weeks of the Empire's NAL campaign, including their dominant win over Jersey in Week 2. No Credentials Required is brought to you by Belly Up Sports in association with Gozilla Media. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Episode 30: Why Local Sports Matter

We're going local in this week's episode of No Credentials Required! This week, Ryan hosts a panel discussion on the importance of local sports. He welcomes Tom "Goz" Gozlowski (founder of Gozilla Media) and JD Davis (intern at Belly Up Sports) to discuss why supporting local sports is vitally important at the high school, college, and professional levels. They also discuss what local sports might look like in a post-pandemic world. No Credentials Required is brought to you by Belly Up Sports in association with Gozilla Media. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Episode 29 - Getting Thunderstruck with Evan Pivnick

It's another episode of No Credentials Required! This week, Ryan talks with Evan Pivnick. Evan is the broadcaster (among many things) for the Adirondack Thunder, the ECHL affiliate of the New Jersey Devils. Evan talks about the many hats he wears as an employee of the Thunder, life without hockey during the pandemic, and his unique friendship with legendary broadcaster Mike "Doc" Emerick. No Credentials Required is brought to you by Belly Up Sports in association with Gozilla Media. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Episode 28 - The Abridged History of Arena Football in Albany

It's the official re-launch of No Credentials Required! Episode 28 features the abridged history of Arena Football in Albany. Ryan takes you through the nearly 30-year history of the sport in Albany. From the fledgling early days of the Albany Firebirds to the not-so-successful Conquest years and finally, the building of an Empire! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Episode 27 - Soft Re-Launch

After a month off, it's a soft re-launch of No Credentials Required! Ryan is back as he explains why he repivoted the show to cover football, hockey, and lacrosse in the Capital District (NY) area. He also talks about the name reveal for Albany's new National Lacrosse League team and breaks down the saga of the Albany Empire. Plus, a quick hit of local college sports and a big announcement. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Episode 26 - Doing Good in the Hockey World

In Episode 26 of No Credentials Required, Ryan talks to some people who are doing good in the hockey world. First, he talks with Torts Bolik of Altrunite.com. Torts talks about his hockey fandom, how it influenced his decision to start his company, and how his company helps those in need. Then, Ryan talks with Rick Mitera of Hockey Ministries International. Rick talks about how the organization serves hockey players through chapels and camps and the organization's impact on the hockey world.Altrunite: https://www.altrunite.comHockey Ministries: https://www.hockeyministries.orgFor additional Belly Up podcasts, visit https://bellyupsports.com/belly-up-sports-podcast-network/.Find out more at https://no-credentials-required.pinecast.coThis podcast is powered by Pinecast. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Episode 25 - Sitting Down with Rod Pedersen

On this episode of No Credentials Required, Ryan talks with Canadian broadcaster Rod Pedersen! Rod talks about his lengthy broadcast career, how he got into recovery coaching, and how he landed his current gig as a sports talk show host. Ryan and Rod also discuss the latest news in sports, including the NHL, the CFL, and sports media.The Rod Pedersen Show airs weekdays on Facebook, YouTube, and Game+ Network from 12-2pm EST.For additional podcasts on the Belly Up Podcast Network, visit https://bellyupsports.com/belly-up-sports-podcast-network/.Find out more at https://no-credentials-required.pinecast.coThis podcast is powered by Pinecast. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Episode 24: Getting Down with Belly Up!

After a brief hiatus, we're back with Episode 24 of No Credentials Required! Ryan makes an announcement about the show going forward (0:12). Alex Nuttle from the Cannons and Tomahawks podcast stops by to talk some NHL with Ryan (1:28). Then, Kev from The Korner Booth and Tailgate on the Quad podcasts stops in to talk lots of football - amongst other things (21:16).For these and more Belly Up Podcasts, visit https://bellyupsports.com/belly-up-sports-podcast-network/.Find out more at https://no-credentials-required.pinecast.coThis podcast is powered by Pinecast. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices