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In this episode of Talkin’ Trash, AJ Galante drops a bombshell: ICE WARS
is BACK—and this time, it's in collaboration with the Bare Knuckle
Fighting Championship (BKFC)!
From the wild success of the Danbury Trashers Netflix doc “Untold: Crime
& Penalties” to building a hockey fight league from scratch, AJ
shares the full story of how Ice Wars was born, what made it different,
and why now is the time for its big return.
Hear about the early doubters, the behind-the-scenes chaos, meeting
fan-favorite 'Diamond Hands' Daniel Amesbury, and how a team of outcasts
turned into a brotherhood.
🎧 Don’t miss Part 2 where Daniel joins the show to give his take on the
comeback, the BKFC partnership, and what’s next for this one-of-a-kind
combat sport.
💥 Whether you're an OG Ice Wars fan or new to the madness—get ready.
This is only the beginning!
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In this action packed episode of Talkin' Trash we’re diving into some of
the biggest topics in the hockey world right now! AJ Galante and
'Diamond Hands' Daniel Amesbury discuss in detail the heated games
between USA vs Canada in the successful NHL Four Nations showdown, and
break down how the physicality of those games impacted viewership to
even the most casual fan, and became an instant classic! We also get
into AJ's obsession with the often ridiculed and widely hated glow puck
from the NHL on FOX broadcasts in the 90's, but why this be a game
changer in 2025 and beyond? Other topics include an update on the tragic
on-ice death from 2023 that shook the hockey community, Mathieu
Olivier’s contract extension and what it means for enforcers, the Bad
Boys of the OHL, and the million-dollar question—will Alexander Ovechkin
break Wayne Gretzky’s all-time goal record?! Strap in, this one’s
packed with action! Like, comment, and subscribe for more hockey talk!
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The Talkin' Trash Podcast is back! Get an inside look at the wild few
months both AJ and Ames have had in their respective seasons. We dive
headfirst into some of 'Diamond Hands' hard-hitting fights so far this
season in the ECHL and nearly losing an eye! AJ discusses his return to
pro hockey with the Danbury Hat Tricks, the season so far and what he
anticipates for the second half of the season. We also discuss the
difficulties and under appreciation of enforcers, the New York Rangers'
ever polarizing Matt Rempe, the rise of the ECHL and how close Daniel
Amesbury is to fighting social media megastar KSI! We are back baby!!
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In this episode of Talkin' Trash, AJ Galante sits down with rising hockey star
Jovanni Smeriglio, a 17-year-old phenom making waves in the junior
hockey scene. From his early days growing up on and off the ice in
Danbury to his journey through the highly competitive, and
internationally renowned hockey program at South Kent, Jovanni shares
his inspiring story. We explore the pressure of balancing family
expectations with athletic dreams, dealing with opposing fans, how
YouTube plays a role in the development of young athletes, and what it's
like achieving the dream of making a top-level team. Jovanni also dives
into his favorite video game memories, the mental side of success, and
gives us a behind-the-scenes look into the life of a young athlete
navigating both the business and personal sides of hockey. Plus, find
out his favorite foods as an Italian-American and his future aspirations
with college and professional hockey!
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In this episode AJ is joined in studio with hockey insider Jane Beup to
break down everything you need to know as we head into the 2025 NHL
regular season! We dive deep into some of the hottest takes and biggest
offseason questions surrounding the league’s top teams and players. Key
subjects include Connor McDavid's highly anticipated revenge tour with
the Oilers after last year’s crushing Finals loss, the ongoing drama
between the Boston Bruins' goalie and their front office, and Stanley
Cup predictions. AJ and Jane also discuss Alexander Ovechkin closing in
on Wayne Gretzky's all-time goal record and hockey officially entering
it's 'New Generation' of players and talent. Plus, we’re calling out
some dark horse teams that could surprise everyone and make a serious
playoff push. If you're ready for insights, predictions, and some of the
spiciest NHL takes, this episode is for you! Hit play and get hyped for
the 2025 season!
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In this special Ask Me Anything episode, AJ Galante answers and dives
into some questions from fans on social media and some of the most
talked-about topics in hockey, sports entertainment, and beyond! From
'Diamond Hands' Daniel Amesbury's upcoming season to his alleged
involvement in bribing rival players, this episode is packed with
revelations, stories, and insights. AJ also discusses his thoughts on
Matt Rempe and the Vince McMahon docuseries and balancing wanting to go
'viral' and staying authentic. Don’t miss this must-watch episode!
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In this action packed episode we have a MAJOR announcement: AJ Galante
has returned to Professional Hockey as a Senior Advisor for the FPHL's
Danbury Hat Tricks - 20 years after he was named President of the
Danbury Trashers at the age of 17 in 2004. The guys discuss AJ's role as
well as his vision and goal to create a dynasty in Danbury. We also
catch up with 'Diamond Hands' Daniel Amesbury as he gets ready for
training camp with his new team the Kansas City Mavericks of the ECHL.
The guys also discuss the tragic passing of former NHL and Danbury
Trasher Stephen Peat, and Ames tells a hilarious recent Mosh Pit story
from a concert.
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In this must watch interview, AJ Galante sits down with Travis Rigden,
the most controversial goalie in hockey and one of the original Hockey
social media stars. Known for his bold takes and unapologetic presence
both on and off the ice, Travis shares his formula for success, stories
of dealing with negativity, being counted out and how he turned viral
moments into a powerful career. The guys also discuss Travis' caffeine
addiction and how he got AJ to try a Pumpkin Spice Latte, as well as the
importance of entertainment in sports. Get Travis' advice on how to
deal with 'online trolls' and what it really means to embrace the role
of the 'Bad Guy'. Travis is definitely a Trasher at heart!
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In this episode AJ sits down with a young upcoming boxer Elias 'The
Future' Morales. The guys talk about Elias' boxing journey that started
at 3 years old, training with his father and his goals on becoming a
World Champion one day. Elias also talks about feeling like an underdog
and needing to have the heart of a champion as one of the smallest
boxers wherever he goes. This episode will have you laughing as we go
inside the mind of a 10 year old with topics ranging from favorite
wrestlers, eating a marble, favorite foods, having 'Rizz' and more! The
guys also cap off the episode with a Rock-Paper-Scissor matchup to
decide who can play with 'Diamond Hands' in the upcoming NHL video game,
after he signed with the ECHL's Kansas City Mavericks this week! Be
sure to follow this young man and his journey to the top!
Vote in the comments - Should Elias' nickname remain 'The Future' or
change to 'The Heartbreak Kid'
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Chapters:
00:00 – Intro
01:10 – Elias Morales
03:00 – The ‘Rizziest’ Guest
04:07 – Why I Started Boxing
05:05 – My Favorite Boxer: Gervonta Davis
07:27 – Fighting on a National Level
09:07 – Training With My Dad
11:00 – Backflips in The Ring!
11:40 – Pro Wrestling
15:50 – My Career Goals
17:55 – Interested in Hockey!
18:30 – Watching ‘Diamond Hands’ Daniel Amesbury Train
20:12 – My ‘Go-To’ Meal
21:32 – Straight A’s Challenge
22:45 – Thoughts on Grape Jelly
25:31 – Jacked up Teeth
28:50 – My Dad’s Training Style
31:23 – My Sister Can Beat Me Up!
35:00 – Favorite Drinks
36:26 – Asking AJ Questions
39:50 – Hulk Hogan Impression
41:08 – Weird Things I’ve Eaten
42:57 – Advice to The Small Kids Out There
43:45 – Train With Elias!
45:23 – Crazy Peanut Butter & Jelly Combos!
49:35 – ‘Diamond Hands’ is in Kansas City!
50:58 – What Should My Nickname Be? Vote!
51:50 - Closing
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In this episode AJ Galante and 'Diamond Hands' Daniel Amesbury sit down
with Hawaii's 1st male professional hockey player and member of the
Danbury Hat Tricks Zach Pamaylaon. Ames and Zach reminisce about their
time as teammates in Danbury, including winning the FPHL Commissioner's
Cup together during the 2022-2023 season. Zach discusses his rise to
professional hockey, scratching and clawing his way from the hockey
underdog island of Hawaii. The guys also discuss Zach's move to the
Northeast, where he got his mean-streak, mental toughness, being a fan
favorite in Danbury and a role model in Hawaii.
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This week AJ is joined by returning co-host 'Diamond Hands' Daniel
Amesbury along with a special in studio guest - the legendary, one of a
kind Joe Pace Jr.! The guys catch up on Ames' off season, and discuss
the 20 year-unconventional career of Joe Pace, including outrageous road
trip stories, getting traded by his own father, fun times as a teammate
with 'Diamond Hands', being a player/coach, the viral 'beer break' from
this past season, and more! You definitely do not want to miss this
one!
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This week AJ Galante sits down with current undefeated heavyweight boxer
and multi time amateur National Champion Ali Feliz. The guys talk about
meeting when Ali was just 8 years old, his journey sky-rocketing
through USA Boxing's amateur system, winning the USA Olympic Team
Trials, signing professionally with promotional powerhouse Top Rank, his
relationship with his undefeated pro boxing brother Fernely Feliz Jr,
and almost breaking AJ's nose at Champs Boxing Club when Ali was just
12! You do not want to miss this action packed episode with the next
big thing in heavyweight boxing and future World Champion!
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A.J. sits down with a member of the 2024 APHL Champion Hudson Valley
Vipers - Sal Safonte. The guys talk about their similar upbringings, Sal
starting hockey at 2 years old, getting sent off to military school
because of behavior issues, hating hockey to then fall back in love with
the sport and making a semi-professional team. This is an inspiring
episode about an underdog who overcame adversity, fighting for his
dream, and becoming a fan favorite and leader of his team.
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In this episode A.J. Galante sits down with current undefeated
heavyweight boxing prospect and longtime friend Fernely Feliz Jr. The
guys discuss how they met, navigating the early days of Fernely's
amateur career up until breaking into the pro ranks. Fernely also
discusses his love for performing from an early age, his viral social
media videos, his younger brother entering pro boxing, and much more! Do
not miss this very compelling episode!
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In this episode AJ sits down with Quinnipiac University Women's hockey all time points leader and current PWHL star Kelly 'Babs' Babstock. They discuss what it means to be a 'Trasher', being an MVP teammate, the evolution of women's hockey, and Babs' incredible rollercoastee '23 - '24 season- from being interrogated by Switzerland officials while playing overseas - to playing in the finals of the inaugural PWHL season finals! You DO NOT want to miss this one!
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AJ Galante and 'Diamond Hands' Daniel Amesbury sit down with 'Shark
Attack' Zach Calmus, one of the top bare knuckle fighters in the world!
The guys discuss and analyze the mentality of fighting, the rapid rise
of BKFC, Zach's Trashers neck tattoo and the importance of legacy. AJ
and Ames also make their official Stanley Cup Champion picks, and try to
convince Zach to change his fighting nickname! You do not want to miss
this highly entertaining episode!
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Daniel Amesbury returns to the studio with A.J. Galante in an action
packed episode! The guys discuss A.J. getting back on the ice for the
first time in over 20 years since a horrific knee injury, and what the
skate meant to him. 'Diamond Hands' tells an epic story when he was
younger, coming off the couch and making an elite lacrosse team with
zero experience. Other topics include a controversial Junior Hockey
suspension, Ames' upcoming boxing match, the NHL Playoff picture, and
more!
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In this episode AJ sits down with special guest co-host and 2024 NHL
All-Star Frank Vatrano. The guys talk about their similar upbringings in
an Italian household, the bumps in the road on his way to the NHL,
becoming a veteran leader on the Anaheim Ducks, and what his future may
hold. You don't want to miss this one!
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Chapters:
00:00:00 - Family Sacrifices and Success
00:03:40 - Growing up with older brothers
00:07:05 - Shooting Techniques and Skill Development
00:10:34 - College Admissions and Cheating Scandal
00:14:22 - Importance of a Support System in Sports
00:17:49 - The Emotional Journey of Being a Parent
00:21:25 - Carb-loading before a game
00:24:55 - Embracing a Defensive Role
00:28:21 - Being Mic'd Up in Hockey Games
00:31:48 - Madison Square Garden Experience and Scoring Goals
00:35:19 - Developing Young Players
00:38:46 - Mason MacTavish and the Chemistry
00:42:20 - The All-Star Game and Playing in Toronto
00:45:57 - Dallas as the Team to Beat
00:49:46 - Pressure to Win and Creating Dynasties
00:53:14 - Favorite Tattoos and Teammates
00:56:54 - Split Opinions on Grinders vs. Heroes
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'Diamond Hands' Daniel Amesbury has started his off-season in Colorado. Get an inside look of a typical training day for Ames which includes ice work, strength and conditioning and hitting the boxing gym.
This will be a crucial off-season for Daniel as he looks to sign with a team for the 2024-2025 Hockey season as well as monitoring offers for various combat sport events.
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Chapters:
00:00:00 - A Day in the Life of Diamond Hands
00:00:54 - Sponsor Shout-Outs
00:01:48 - A Day in the Life of Team Diamond Hands
00:02:39 - Heading to Pick Up Landon from Parker's Platoon
00:03:37 - Weekend Skating and Training
00:04:24 - Boxing Training and Fighting Strategies
00:05:32 - Siki's Impressive Goalkeeping Skills
00:06:36 - DNA Salad
00:08:09 - Training at High Altitude
00:08:59 - Training in Denver's Altitude
00:09:56 - Bo from Parker Platoon
00:10:44 - Helping Out Parker Splatoon
00:11:28 - Shout out to Bo and Parker Splatoon
00:12:15 - Sparring at Genesis Trading Academy
00:13:02 - Eating at Noodles
00:14:21 - Genesis Gym: Where Elite Athletes Train
00:15:20 - A Sixpack of Corona
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This week AJ sits down with current NCAA standout hockey players Cole
Kodsi and Mark Cheremeta, two of the founding members of Soflo hockey.
The guys discuss the league's humble beginnings, catching the attention
of NHL stars, and how a 'joke' turned into one of the most sought after
summer leagues in the Nation.
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Timestamps:
00:00:00 - Life Lessons and Sports Development
00:03:24 - The Journey to Success
00:06:41 - The Evolution of Hockey Rules
00:09:50 - The Fun of Combining Outdoor and High-Level Hockey
00:13:01 - The Gritty Rink and Taking Risks
00:16:15 - Adding a Fifth Team
00:19:29 - Plans for Future Expansion and World Tour
00:22:40 - Delegating and Expanding the Reach
00:25:47 - Mentoring Young Players
00:29:03 - Pursuing the Highest Level in Hockey
00:32:19 - The Skill Level Today
00:35:44 - NHL Playoff Predictions
00:38:47 - The Panthers as Contenders
00:42:15 - The Goalies
00:45:35 - Playing Hockey Shootouts
00:48:27 - The Power of Vision
00:51:41 - Excitement for the Summer
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