John Leahy- Podcaster, Musician, Broadcaster, Audiobook Narrator, Storyteller

Episodes

Summer Kickoff 2026
May 27, 2026

Summer Kickoff 2026

My attempt to welcome in summer- with music of course! May it be a happy and safe summer for all of us!

Listen to the Episode
A Deep Dive
May 20, 2026

A Deep Dive

A deep dive into my new book, Hat Tricks and Home Runs, some thoughts on the NBA and NHL playoffs, and some thoughts on a few things in sports I I just don't agree with.

Listen to the Episode
A Visit With Tom Donahue
May 13, 2026

A Visit With Tom Donahue

In this week's episode, I chat with my former colleague, third base coach for the North Shore Spirit, Tom Donahue. This is the interview I conducted with Tom for my upcoming book, Hat Tricks and Home Runs.

Listen to the Episode
A Sneak Peek- Hat Tricks and Home Runs
May 6, 2026

A Sneak Peek- Hat Tricks and Home Runs

A peek ahead to my latest project- my new book, expected out in the spring of 2027- Hat Tricks and Home Runs, a look back at stories from my 30+ year career in sports broadcasting.

Listen to the Episode
If At First You Don't Succeed, Welcome to the Club!
April 23, 2026

If At First You Don't Succeed, Welcome to the Club!

An episode dedicated to overcoming adversity. I share stories about famous people who had extraordinary hardships and bad luck and turned them into phenomenal successes. Here's to you- where there's a will, there's a way!

Listen to the Episode
Hockey Stories with Paul Stewart
April 15, 2026

Hockey Stories with Paul Stewart

This week, I continue with an interview with a contributor to my new book, Hat Tricks and Home Runs. I chatted with former NHL player and referee Paul Stewart. It is a sneak peek into stories that will be included in the new ...

Listen to the Episode
A Special Interview with Jocko Connolly
April 8, 2026

A Special Interview with Jocko Connolly

As many of you know, I am working on my fourth book, Hat Tricks and Home Runs. As part of the process, I am interviewing my colleagues asking for their participation in the writing of the book. I am listening to all of the au...

Listen to the Episode
College Hockey Odds and Ends
April 1, 2026

College Hockey Odds and Ends

Talking college hockey on the podcast this week- Talking Mercyhurst, Hockey East, Merrimack champs for the first time, the NCAA Men's and Women's tournaments, and s couple of special shoutouts. Enjoy- and wishing the four fin...

Listen to the Episode
Happy St. Patrick's Day 2026
March 18, 2026

Happy St. Patrick's Day 2026

Celebrating St. Patrick's Day in song this week on the podcast. Enjoy the music!

Listen to the Episode
Hockey East Men's Tournament Preview with Mike Murphy
March 11, 2026

Hockey East Men's Tournament Preview with Mike Murphy

With the onset of the Men's Hockey East Tournament set to begin, here is an episode which previews the matchups and the tournament.. Joining me is Mike Murphy, the longtime radio voice of UNH hockey to break it all down.

Listen to the Episode
It's Still Snowing- But I Have A Solution
March 4, 2026

It's Still Snowing- But I Have A Solution

This podcast episode aims to help our listeners to shake the winter doldrums. Spring IS right around the corner, even though it doesn't fee that way. I thought I'd use the power of music to help folks prepare for the upcoming...

Listen to the Episode
Book Review- Move Up by Jon Chelesnik
Feb. 25, 2026

Book Review- Move Up by Jon Chelesnik

Joining me on the podcast this week is the CEO of the Sportscasters Talent Agency of America (STAA) Jon Chelesnik, as we take a look at his brand new book, Move Up. It is a book dedicated to helping sportscasters in their car...

Listen to the Episode
Tony Maners, Professional Umpire
Feb. 18, 2026

Tony Maners, Professional Umpire

Baseball season is right around the corner! To that end, this week I sat down with professional baseball umpire Tony Maners, who I met during my time in the Frontier League. Tony shares some wonderful stories, as well as his ...

Listen to the Episode
Super Bowl 60 Preview with Brian Snow
Feb. 4, 2026

Super Bowl 60 Preview with Brian Snow

In this episode, I look ahead to Super Bowl 60 with Internet sports creator Brian Snow. We break down the big game and talk about some issues from around the NFL. Enjoy the game everybody and GO PATS!

Listen to the Episode
Welcoming Back Author Sarah Crowne
Jan. 28, 2026

Welcoming Back Author Sarah Crowne

In this episode, I welcome back author Sarah Crowne, author of All These Threads of Time and her brand new book, Tune In. She is a prolific author always with a great story to tell!

Listen to the Episode
This Week in Hockey East
Jan. 21, 2026

This Week in Hockey East

A look back and ahead to the NFL playoffs, and a look around at Men's and Women's Hockey East action.

Listen to the Episode
Happy New Year 2026!
Jan. 7, 2026

Happy New Year 2026!

In this packed episode, I take a look back at 2025 in review, look ahead to 2026, make some football playoff picks, AND, review the preseason picks our distinguished panel made back in late August. An entertaining episode for...

Listen to the Episode
Sounds of the Season 2025
Dec. 18, 2025

Sounds of the Season 2025

Some holiday music on the podcast this week. Have a Merry Christmas and a joyful New Year's celebration ! Happy Holidays !

Listen to the Episode
An Expensive Road To....... Nowhere
Dec. 10, 2025

An Expensive Road To....... Nowhere

The production and development of my Wikipedia page has been an up and down, stressful journey. After hitting a roadblock, I'm here to tell you that this story is going to have a happy ending. Here's the story of how it all w...

Listen to the Episode
Happy December!
Dec. 3, 2025

Happy December!

As the calendar flips to the final month of 2025, here is a look at some recent stuff going on, and some cool stuff forthcoming! Music will be a big part of December... as will California, hockey, and my anniversary!

Listen to the Episode
Welcome Back, Lowell Spinners!
Nov. 19, 2025

Welcome Back, Lowell Spinners!

Baseball is back in Lowell! It was just announced the Lowell Spinners will resume play in 2026 at LeLacheur Park in Lowell. To celebrate that occasion, I talk about that, in addition to my top 10 (or so) moments from my time ...

Listen to the Episode
Jack Parker is in the Hall!
Nov. 12, 2025

Jack Parker is in the Hall!

This week, legendary BU hockey coach Jack Parker was inducted into the Hockey Hall of Fame in Toronto. I'll take the opportunity on the podcast to share some thoughts on this wonderful occasion. I'm very happy for Jack!

Listen to the Episode
My Top 10 TV Shows of All Time
Nov. 5, 2025

My Top 10 TV Shows of All Time

I don't watch a lot of TV, but I used to, growing up. Here is my list my favorite top 10 TV shows. What TV shows would make YOUR list? Leave me a message on the website at leahystorytelling.com.

Listen to the Episode
Wasting Away with 300 Episodes
Oct. 29, 2025

Wasting Away with 300 Episodes

I'm celebrating 300 episodes! On this episode I'm celebrating the 300th episode with some music, which was also live streamed on Facebook. Fins up! Here's to 300 more!

Listen to the Episode