No Credentials Required

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

Episode 23: A Family Affair

It's an all-McCarthy episode of No Credentials Required! With Corey out for the week, Ryan called his nephew Christian from the bullpen to co-host the show. The uncle-and-nephew team do some very loose analysis of the game, talk "prop" bets, Super Bowl commercials, and rank Super Bowl snacks. Then, Christian gives his reaction to the Nolan Arenado trade and other baseball hot stove moves.Throwin' Smoke with Christian McCarthy and Aiden Shepherd: https://open.spotify.com/show/5JNu3sGEpNJZXIJ65ihx2k?si=tYpouFfmSAeRpS7TSKPnDQFor additional Belly Up podcasts, visit www.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 22: Stop Making Bad Sequels!

From a cold and snowy upstate New York, it's Episode 22 of No Credentials Required! This week, Corey and Ryan discuss the aftermath of NFL conference championship weekend and give their thoughts on the New York Jets' hiring of Robert Saleh. Then, they break down the home-and-home between the Islanders and Devils and discuss the latest Baseball Hall of Fame vote. Lastly, in Pop Culture Corner, they talk about which movies they'd like to see a sequel to, which movies don't need a sequel, and which movies did not need a sequel PERIOD. For additional podcasts, visit www.bellyupsports.com.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

NCR Special - Interview with Sean Patrick Flanery

it's a bonus episode of No Credentials Required! Ryan had the opportunity to talk with Sean Patrick Flanery (Boondock Saints, Powder) about his new movie Born a Champion. Sean talks about how his passion for Brazilian Jiu-jitsu fueled the idea behind the movie and what it was like to work alongside Katrina Bowden and Dennis Quaid. Born a Champion is available in select theaters, on Digital, and On Demand from Lionsgate Films. For more podcasts, visit www.bellyupsports.com.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 21: Corey and Ryan Face the Music

After a brief delay, it's a new episode of No Credentials Required! Corey and Ryan discuss the first week of the 2021 NHL Season, talk about the recent MLB signings, and discuss the fallout of former Mets GM Jared Porter. Then, in Pop Culture Corner, the guys react to Bill and Ted Face the Music. For more podcasts, visit www.bellyupsports.com.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