Poke the Bear

Hockey #63

Boston.com's Bruins reporter Conor Ryan offers up weekly thoughts, opinions and analysis on all things surrounding the Black and Gold in “Poke The Bear” — a new podcast centered on the Original Six club. Each week, Conor and a number of guests offer in-depth breakdowns on the latest news surrounding the B’s — and having plenty of fun along the way. So sit back, grab a libation (or Dunks, no one’s judging here) and let’s talk some hockey.

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B-dubb87

Terrible

I can’t stand listening to this guys terrible takes and stupid theories. I think the worst part of this show is listening to the host sniffing every other sentence. All I can picture is a little kid that doesn’t know how to blow their nose and just trying to talk through it and wiping their nose with their bare hand. Blow your nose dude! Or use the mute button so we don’t have to listen to your disgusting noises
CONNOR#84🤑

POKE THE BEAR

Conor is a great reporter who is taking it to a next level.267 episodes are amazing 🤩 as well and you can beet Conor.
lip91688

Take a shot

Take a shot every time these 2 say “ again” you won’t make it 5 mins: my god
Beck3037

Bruins Focused

After trying out several “Bruins” podcasts, this is my favorite. The hosts stay on topic, don’t get into the weeds with mindless banter. Once in a while they hypothesize, but mostly stay current on actual B’s topics - questions and issues that a lot of B fans are thinking.
Person5262838483615

Always great commentary from these guys

Conor and Evan always have very valid things to say about the bruins. Love your guys’ coverage on CLNS, keeps me entertained through the boring off-season. There’s plenty of things to talk about out there nonetheless, always good speculation, keep up the good work!
Red Samson

The most informed Bruins podcast

Conor is so on top of things and super funny. He’s a must-listen if you’re a Bruins fan.
"Nicknames are dumb" was taken

Well worth it

Not only is Conor easily the best reporter on the Bruins beat, he's hilarious.
fusion frenzy

Great host

The perfect voice to host a Boston hockey pod
Hardcore B's Fan

Poke The Bear

A real local guy talking about the B’s. Doesn’t get better than that.
mwcallahan

Perfect pod for diehahd Bruins fans

Conor is the best!! Here are two reasons you should give this a listen: 1) he’s a top expert on the Bruins, the NHL and hockey in general and 2) that Boston accent - worth its weight in gold. Five stars ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Congrats on the awesome new podcast!!