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This is Moose Country

This is Moose Country

Written by: Halifax Mooseheads | BNV Media
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Join Scott MacIntosh and Brad Cuzner for This is Moose Country, the official podcast of your Halifax Mooseheads. They'll be chatting about the team, what's going on around the league, and to some familiar faces and Mooseheads alumni. We're always looking for feedback from fans, let us know what you think of the podcast or if you have any suggestions at mooseheads@halifaxmooseheads.ca For video episodes, head to the official Mooseheads YouTube channel.Halifax Mooseheads 2024 Hockey
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  • Joey Perricone Joins the Pod | NHL Central Scouting Rankings | Mid-Season Recap
    Jan 14 2026

    On today's episode, Scott and Brad catch up on the Mooseheads' recent stretch—an inconsistent run of results, but highlighted by a much-needed overtime win vs. Gatineau that had some edge to it.

    From there, it's a look ahead at a brutal upcoming slate (including Chicoutimi) and why the standings race is so tight that a few points could completely change Halifax's playoff path.

    They also hit league news, including a coaching change in Gatineau, and break down the NHL Central Scouting midterm rankings — with shoutouts to Mooseheads names on the list (and what's driving their stock).

    And finally, a brand-new segment: "Random Social Media Comment of the Week"… and yes, it's as unhinged as it sounds.

    Scott and Brad are then joined by former Mooseheads goalie/video coach Joey Perricone for a wide-ranging, behind-the-scenes hockey conversation.

    Joey walks through his unlikely path from Southern California roller hockey to the WHL, including the culture shock of arriving in Moose Jaw with basically nothing, and what that era of junior hockey was really like. He revisits a WHL finals run, a near goalie-fight moment, and the coaching connections that led him through Rouyn-Noranda, Moncton, and eventually Halifax.

    Tune in now!

    Show notes:

    00:00 - Introduction

    00:30 - Mid-season recap

    07:21 - League news

    09:03 - NHL Central Scouting midterm rankings + Mooseheads on the list

    16:33 - New segment debut: "Random Social Media Comment of the Week"

    18:46 - Joey Perricone joins the pod

    20:14 - Growing up in Southern California: roller hockey, Ducks fandom, and finding the game


    26:18 - WHL culture shock, toughness, and a near goalie-fight story

    35:05 - From WHL to StFX: career limbo, border issues, and finding the right fit

    44:18 - Coaching in the Q: Rouyn-Noranda, Moncton, deadline stories, and organizational culture

    1:06:20 - Mooseheads goalies, coaching philosophy, rapid-fire, and wrap-up

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    1 hr and 10 mins
  • Dining with Davis: Stephen Davis Joins the Pod | Moose Are Back Home After Long Road Trip
    Dec 3 2025

    On today's episode, Brad and Scott welcome former Moosehead, and everyone's favourite foodie, Stephen Davis to the pod. Stephen chats about life after Halifax and shares how Dining with Davis and stepping into the broadcast booth lit a fire for pursuing a career and television and journalism.

    Plus: the truth about Charlottetown battles, "PP Gold," The Trotting Fox, and the legendary "build it and they will come" comeback.

    The guys also cover a big November road trip, Oleg Kulebyakin's coming out party, and look forward at the remaining games on the schedule for 2025.

    Show notes:

    00:00 - Introduction

    1:00 - Road trip recap

    11:02 - Oleg Kulebyakin showing his potential

    14:23 - The season so far

    15:57 - Interview with Stephen Davis

    16:40 - Catching up with Stephen

    20:35 - Stephen on his television and journalism career

    23:55 - The history of Hingham, Mass.

    28:50 - Stephen on his journey that led to playing for the Moose

    41:30 - Stephen on his playing days in Halifax

    58:16 - From Moose D-man to colour commentator

    1:08:00 - Quick hits with Stephen Davis!

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    1 hr and 12 mins
  • From Moose Country to Vegas: Dom Ducharme Joins the Pod to Chat Mooseheads, Memorial Cup, and His Journey to Coaching in the NHL
    Nov 19 2025

    On today's episode, Scott and Brad sit down with one of the most important figures in Halifax Mooseheads history — Dominique Ducharme.

    Dom walks us through his journey from coaching the Moose to Memorial Cup champion, World Junior gold, leading the Montreal Canadiens to a Stanley Cup final, and now assistant coach with the Vegas Golden Knights.

    You'll hear:

    • Stories from his time in Halifax with Nathan MacKinnon, Jonathan Drouin, Martin Frk, and Cam Critchlow

    • How he built a winning culture and turned a losing group into a powerhouse

    • What it was actually like coaching in Montreal during that magical 2021 Stanley Cup Final run

    • Why he still follows the Mooseheads, QMJHL, and his former players all over the world

    • His philosophy on development, leadership, discipline (yes, that Dome story), and preparing a team for the "final exam"

    Scott and Brad also open the show by recapping a wild afternoon at Scotiabank Centre: wiener dogs, a broken Zamboni door, eight Mooseheads power plays, and a touching tribute to longtime anthem singer Peter Baylis.

    Show notes:

    00:00 - Introduction

    00:30 - Saturday afternoon's game

    5:40 - Remembering Peter Baylis

    8:05 - Moose on the road

    17:02 – Interview with Dominique Ducharme

    17:25 – Life in Vegas & NHL Coaching Routine

    20:10 – Power Play, Forwards & Adding Mitch Marner

    26:52 – Following the QMJHL & Former Players Worldwide

    30:26 – Becoming Head Coach of the Montreal Canadiens

    35:13 – Montreal vs Halifax: Hockey-Mad Markets

    40:14 – Getting the Mooseheads Job

    46:05 – Turning Around a Losing Culture

    55:08 – Marty Frk Stories

    1:01:02 – Leadership, Mentorship & Pairing Vets with Rookies

    1:05:46 – Reverse Sweep vs Quebec (Down 0–3 to 4–3)

    1:15:15 – The 2012–13 Season: Handling Expectations

    1:18:18 – President's Cup in Halifax & Downtown Celebrations

    1:20:20 – Drummondville: Wearing the GM Hat

    1:25:59 – World Juniors: Shootout Heartbreak vs USA

    1:28:27 – Coming Back to Win World Junior Gold

    1:31:57 – Quick hits with Dom Ducharme!

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    1 hr and 38 mins
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