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NHL podcast ‘What Chaos!’ joins The Ringer as first hockey show

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 16, 2026, 12:00 PM

Last updated Sep 16, 2026

NHL podcast ‘What Chaos!’ joins The Ringer as first hockey show

Summary

The Ringer is set to launch its first NHL podcast, ‘What Chaos!’, according to Chad Finn of the Boston Globe. The show, previously a part of All City, features hosts Pete Blackburn and DJ Bean, both Massachusetts natives with extensive hockey coverage backgrounds. ‘What Chaos!’ will contribute to The Ringer’s expanding content, which previously included mainly regional sports. The podcast goes live multiple times a week during the NHL season and has built a significant audience through its YouTube channel and Patreon membership. This addition aligns with The Ringer's recent shift to a more selective sports portfolio since its acquisition by Spotify.

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What We Know

•‘What Chaos!’ was previously part of All City.
•Hosts Blackburn and Bean have significant hockey coverage experience.
•Podcasting schedule includes multiple episodes per week during the NHL season.
•Show has nearly 50,000 YouTube subscribers and 1,100 Patreon members.
•The Ringer has become more selective after being acquired by Spotify.

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The Ringer is reportedly adding its first NHL podcast. Chad Finn at the Boston Globe reports that the popular former All City show, What Chaos! is joining the Spotify-owned network. While it is the first NHL podcast The Ringer will ever distribute, the show fits the mold of Ringer founder Bill Simmons’ frequent pursuit of Boston-area…
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