KINGS OF THE PODCAST

KINGS OF THE PODCAST

John Hoven of Mayor's Manor (http://www.mayorsmanor.com) and Dennis Bernstein of The Fourth Period (http://www.thefourthperiod.com) cover the NHL from their home base in Los Angeles. Known as both influencers and insiders, the duo are weekly staples on satellite and terrestrial radio. Dennis is the Los Angeles Chapter Chair of the Professional Hockey Writers Association and John's Mayor Manor is a go-to source for LA hockey news and views for over a decade. Not affiliated with the Los Angeles Kings, Sacramento Kings or Kings of Leon.

Episodes

July 15, 2025 62 mins

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The new coach of the Ontario Reign, Andrew Lord makes his KOTP debut.

Also:
- DB back on the grid
- What is UNO?
- Ozzy/Oasis
- CBA talk 
- @CapWages Trade Builder 

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It's over two hours of everything you'd want in an LAK podcast. 

- The top rated KOTP guest, LAK Director of Amateur Scouting Mark Yannetti returns for his look at the 2025 Draft. 

- The guys go chapter and verse on Ken Holland's July 1 Opus 

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The viral sensation from the final pick of the 2025 NHL Draft, Jeremy makes his KOTP debut. 

Oh yeah, the guys discuss the Jordan Spence trade, too. 

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It's been a minute since the guys last episode...it's because they've been world travelers! 

After a preamble about their sojourns, DB and The Mayor talk Cup Final, Draft and Free Agency. 

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June 8, 2025 124 mins

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It's been a minute so the boys are bringing you TWO HOURS of content! 

  • DB at the Stanley Cup Final
  • What Marco Sturm's departure means to LAK
  • Free agency and trade outlook 

Shane Malloy of Hockey Prospects Radio on Sirius XM NHL Network Radio joins the Mayor to talk all things NHL Draft and more! 




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May 17, 2025 81 mins

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One of the hot candidates for open NHL coaching jobs, Ontario Reign Coach Marco Sturm returns to KOTP to chat with The Mayor about the prospects in the LAK pipeline. The guys discuss the second and third round of the Stanley Cup playoffs as well. 

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The LA Kings new Vice President and General Manager makes his debut and the guys talk about the ramifications of the hire of the 10th GM in franchise history. 

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May 9, 2025 76 mins

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In the aftermath of another Los Angeles Kings bitter playoff loss to the Edmonton Oilers, the guys discuss the departure of General Manager Rob Blake and the work ahead for the team President Luc Robitaille. 

Major topics:

  • Dean Lombardi's tenure vs. Blake length of tenure
  • The prospective timeline of Blake's departure
  • The status of Coach Jim Hiller
  • The pool of potential candidates 

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The LA Kings roll into Edmonton with a two games to none series lead on the Oilers and the guys recap the wins in Los Angeles and the challenges of Game 3. 

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As the days wind down on his 44-year, Hall of Fame career and with his final call of Stanley Cup playoffs games just ahead, LAK broadcasting icon Nick Nickson joins KOTP. 

Also:

  • A Mayor review of Coachella and AC/DC at the Rose Bowl
  • Discussion of LAK team awards 
  • Predictions for all eight opening round Stanley Cup Playoffs series

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With the Los Angeles Kings clinching a playoff spot for the fourth consecutive season, what is still to be determined is who they will face in the first round of the Stanley Cup Playoffs. 

DB and The Mayor discuss the team's strong close to the regular season in addition to: 

  • Ovi 895.
  • A prospects update by The Mayor.
  • Drew Doughty's injury management for the team's playoff success.
  • Andrei Kuzmenko's ...
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March 27, 2025 74 mins

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LAK winger Alex Laferriere returns to KOTP! 

Also in this episode:

  • The stretch run
  • A new Quinton Byfield narrative?
  • Change in the 2025 Rookie Tournament
  • Update on the upcoming college hockey playoffs 
  • The importance of veteran leadership 

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March 16, 2025 90 mins

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LAK forward Alex Turcotte returns to KOTP to discuss his first full NHL season. 

Also in this episode:

  • A look back at the week that was and a look ahead to the LAK two game road trip.  
  • Kings prospects are showing promise, with several expected to turn pro soon.
  • The Kings need to improve their road performance to succeed in the playoffs.
  • Home ice advantage is crucial for playoff success.
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March 11, 2025 52 mins

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The NHL Trade Deadline has come and gone and the guys discuss the aftermath. 

The Mayor gives an update on the Kings prospect pipeline.

The guys discuss the upcoming week in Los Angeles including the return of PL Dubois and possible off-season moves. 

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In the finale of our series of interviews with the 2015 Manchester Monarchs Calder Cup championship team, Coach Mike Stothers returns to KOTP and reminisces with The Mayor. 

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Two members of the Manchester Monarchs 2015 Calder Cup championship team, goaltender JF Berube and winger Michael Mersch, chat with The Mayor 1-on-1. 

The guys discuss the 4 Nations Tournament including the epic USA-Canada game last Saturday and look forward to the final this Thursday. 

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February 15, 2025 59 mins

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A KOTP regular COO AEG Sports and LAK, Kelly Cheeseman stops in to chat about the upcoming charity game and other Kings news. 
The guys discuss the 4 Nations Tournament and The Mayor and DB will be in Boston for the final leg of 4 Nations. 

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The Mayor and DB discuss the final games of the LAK schedule prior to the 4 Nations Tournament.

Also:

  • Thoughts on Andreas Englund claimed by Nashville
  • Adrian Kempe reminisces about winning the Calder Cup with the Manchester Monarchs.
  • A full preview of 4 Nations Tournament 

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February 6, 2025 98 mins

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We have a lot to say.....

- Rough January, Better February (so far)
- Brandt Clarke
- Drew Doughty 
- Four Nations (DB/Sirius XM NHL Network)
- Roster questions
- Mikey Anderson injury
- LAK Quarter Century Team

The captain of the Manchester Monarchs Calder Cup championship team, Vincent LoVerde stops by. 

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The hot topic in this episode is the impending return for Drew Doughty to the LAK lineup. 

The guys also discuss: 
- LA Wildfires
- The upcoming charity game
- Edmonton's complaints
- Upcoming LAK five game road trip
- The staggering offense
- Trade deadline talk

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