Best Brian Drury Podcasts (2025)

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E57: Brian Weiler, director of the Springfield-Branson National Airport 32:21

21d ago32:21

32:21

Brian Weiler, director of the Springfield-Branson National Airport, sits down with Tom Carlson to talk about his experience as a finalist for Springfield's city manager. He also previews the installation of a new floor inside the terminal, new apron around the building and other construction projects that will begin in the future.…

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Chris Drury reshuffles Rangers’ roster in active offseason - Ep. 188 21:21

29d ago21:21

21:21

EmmaKate Austin and Larry Brooks discuss the Rangers’ high-level of activity in NHL free agency, headlined by the Blueshirts managing to sign Vladislav Gavrikov as well as K’Andre Miller being dealt in-division to Carolina, Will Cuylle’s contract extension and more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices…

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Rangers to move on from Chris Kreider - Ep. 187 36:55

2M ago36:55

36:55

Mollie, Larry and Brian touch on the Rangers working on trading Chris Krieder to the Anaheim Ducks, David Quinn returning to the Blueshirts by joining Mike Sullivan’s coaching staff, what Chris Drury could have been looking for at the NHL Draft combine and whether K’Andre Miller’s days in New York are numbered. Learn more about your ad choices. Vis…

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E56: Former Mayor Ken McClure 40:06

2M ago40:06

40:06

In a special edition of In Our Town, two former Springfield mayors talk about the city. Former mayor Ken McClure sits down with Tom Carlson and answers a number of questions about city governance, including city council's support of a new city manager, the biggest challenges facing the city and questions about how Springfield should lead in the fut…

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How To Fix The Rangers? | Up in the Blue Seats - Ep. 186 57:32

2M ago57:32

57:32

Mollie, Larry & Brian Boyle break down how Larry Brooks would fix the Rangers in his three-part series he wrote for the Post. Rangers fans, you won't want to miss this! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesBy New York Post

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Mike Sullivan is a home run hire for the Rangers - Ep. 185 33:38

3M ago33:38

33:38

The Rangers have hired Mike Sullivan to be the 38th head coach in franchise history. Mollie Walker, Larry Brooks & Brian Boyle react to the hiring and discuss why it was a no-brainer. Plus, Brian shares his experience playing for Sullivan and what he will bring to the table that the Rangers have desperately needed. Later, they react to the news of …

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In Our Town: John Sellars talks restaurants of yesteryear 31:22

3M ago31:22

31:22

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The Peter Laviolette era is over in New York - Ep. 184 1:02:26

3M ago1:02:26

1:02:26

After the Rangers concluded one of the ‘least enjoyable’ seasons in the team’s history, Mollie Walker, Larry Brooks and Brian Boyle discuss what went wrong for the Blueshirts, why they decided to move on from head coach Peter Laviolette, and what comes next for core pieces like Chris Kreider and Mika Zibanejad. Learn more about your ad choices. Vis…

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E54: Former U.S. Senator Roy Blunt 33:47

4M ago33:47

33:47

Former U.S. Sen. Roy Blunt joined Tom Carlson to enjoy a little bit of history, and added his perspective to the Trump administration's recent moves about tariffs and other foreign policy details.

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How the mighty New York Rangers have fallen - Ep. 183 30:27

4M ago30:27

30:27

With the Rangers on the verge of missing the Stanley Cup Playoffs after winning the Presidents’ Trophy last season, Mollie, Larry and Brian discuss the Blueshirts’ faltering down the stretch, Peter Laviolette’s puzzling decision to scratch Gabe Perrault, how the club fell from last season’s heights and much more on a new episode of Up in the Blue S…

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Rangers find much needed spark with Gabe Perreault - Ep. 182 35:19

4M ago35:19

35:19

As the Rangers continue to hover around the second wild card spot, Mollie Walker, Larry Brooks and Brian Boyle discuss the club’s huge overtime win over the Wild and the debut of top prospect Gabe Perreault. They also discuss K’Andre Miller’s future in New York and just how crucial Artemi Panarin has been to the franchise. Learn more about your ad …

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Listless Rangers Stumbling Through Playoff Push - Ep. 181 32:25

4M ago32:25

32:25

With ten games remaining in the regular season, Larry Brooks and Brian Boyle discuss why the New York Rangers continue to struggle to string together wins and move into playoff position. The guys also discuss the Blueshirts’ dismal power play and whether or not this team has the talent to put together a postseason run. Learn more about your ad choi…

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Rangers clinging onto final Wild Card spot - Ep. 180 34:37

5M ago34:37

34:37

With 14 games left for the Rangers in the regular season, Mollie Walker, Larry Brooks and Brian Boyle evaluate the struggles of the Blueshirts’ power play, Peter Laviolette’s job security and share their thoughts on whether New York will stave off the crowded field in the race for the Eastern Conference’s final Wld Card spot and return to the Stanl…

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E53 Drury's Jeff Frederick 32:58

5M ago32:58

32:58

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Will the Rangers Trade Deadline Moves PAY OFF? | Up in the Blue Seats - Ep. 179 33:33

5M ago33:33

33:33

On today's episode of Up in the Blue Seats Mollie, Larry & Brian discuss all of the Rangers trade deadline moves and if this roster can make the playoffs. Plus a discussion on what is going on with Chris Kreider? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesBy New York Post

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E52 Hiring the city's top executive: reviewing the process 50:28

5M ago50:28

50:28

The ongoing search for a new Springfield city manager raises questions that are largely going unanswered. The city declined to offer anyone to speak to the process; likewise from the firm handling the search process. What we do know is that the city has hired the same firm which recommended departed City Manager Jason Gage. The city has agreed to p…

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Rangers lose Adam Fox for significant time - Ep. 178 43:28

5M ago43:28

43:28

Mollie Walker, Larry Brooks, and Brian Boyle break down the Rangers losing Adam Fox to an upper-body injury, where the Rangers stand after the Four Nations face-off break, what moves they should make before the trade deadline, Igor Shesterkin’s performance, and more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices…

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E51 Building Community Through Corporate Giving: O'Reilly Auto Parts' Legacy 35:22

5M ago35:22

35:22

The O’Reilly name is known across the country as a dominant auto parts retailer, but in Springfield it has a deeper meaning. Along with their service in the automotive industry, O’Reilly Auto Parts has been instrumental in funding a wide variety of charitable work in the Ozarks addressing needs such as child and family services, food insecurity, ho…

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J.T. Miller is back with the Rangers - Ep. 177 39:06

6M ago39:06

39:06

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Rangers end January with a thud - Ep. 176 43:16

6M ago43:16

43:16

Mollie Walker, Larry Brooks and Brian Boyle break down the Rangers’ back-to-back losses against Colorado and Carolina to wrap up a strong January, Will Borgen’s five-year contract extension and reflect on Ryan Lindgren’s up-and-down tenure with the Blueshirts. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices…

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Rangers keep on rolling in January - Ep. 175 35:15

6M ago35:15

35:15

Mollie Walker, Larry Brooks and Brian Boyle analyze the Rangers' 7-1-3 record in the month of January to get back into to the playoff hunt, Matt Rempe proving a spark to the Blueshirts, K'Andre Miller bouncing back and whether the upcoming 4 Nations Face-Off will impact the rest of New York's season. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphon…

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Does the Rangers' recent surge change trade deadline plans? - Ep. 174 38:12

6M ago38:12

38:12

Mollie Walker, Larry Brooks and Brian Boyle discuss the Rangers going 2-0-1 on their road trip, the standout play of Sam Carrick and a crucial upcoming homestand against Eastern Conference foes. The crew also discusses the possibility of the Blueshirts being sellers at the trade deadline and whether or not they will deal Will Borgen. Learn more abo…

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Rejuvenated Rangers get much-needed win over Devils - Ep. 173 52:31

7M ago52:31

52:31

Mollie Walker, Larry Brooks and Brian Boyle discuss the Rangers’ big OT win over the Devils and whether the Blueshirts have a shot to salvage their season, make upgrades ahead of the March 7th trade deadline and attempt a late push for the playoffs. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices…

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Rangers place Chris Kreider on IR, recall Matt Rempe - Ep. 172 9:50

7M ago9:50

9:50

Larry Brooks, The Post's Senior Hockey Columnist, joins New York Post Sports producer EmmaKate Austin to discuss Chris Kreider being placed on injured reserve and what it means for the longest-tenured Ranger's future in New York and whether a lane has opened up for Matt Rempe to get more time on the ice on Broadway. Learn more about your ad choices…

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Rangers' leaders support Mika Zibanejad - Ep. 171 47:50

7M ago47:50

47:50

Mollie Walker, Larry Brooks and Brian Boyle discuss the Rangers putting Igor Shesterkin on IR, how Jonathan Quick has stepped up in the former Vezina Trophy-winning goaltender’s absence and Zac Jones’ frustration. The trio also answers fan-submitted questions to close out the 171st episode of Up in the Blue Seats. Learn more about your ad choices. …

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Rangers ship Kaapo Kakko to Seattle - Ep. 170 29:14

7M ago29:14

29:14

On the 170th episode of Up In The Blue Seats, Mollie Walker, Larry Brooks and Brian Boyle share their thoughts on the Rangers dealing Kaapo Kakko to the Kraken after the former second-overall pick’s frustrations came to a boil, why opposing teams are playing with more confidence against the Blueshirts and the club facing a tough road to get back in…

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Rangers Playing With Little Purpose - Ep. 169 32:10

8M ago32:10

32:10

On the latest episode of Up in the Blue Seats, Mollie Walker, Larry Brooks and Brian Boyle address the Rangers dealing former captain Jacob Trouba to the Ducks, Igor Shesterkin’s lucrative contract extension and whether the continued lackluster performances from the Blueshirts will impact Chris Drury’s decision making. Learn more about your ad choi…

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Rangers' Issues Continue After Trade Rumors Become Public - Ep. 168 42:48

8M ago42:48

42:48

On a new episode of 'Up in the Blue Seats', Mollie Walker, Larry Brooks and Brian Boyle break down everything ailing the New York Rangers after the Blueshirts lost to the New Jersey Devils in the season’s first Hudson River Rivalry game and fell to 1-6 in their last seven games. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices…

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Time to blow this Rangers underachieving core up? | Up in the Blue Seats - Ep. 167 37:41

8M ago37:41

37:41

Rangers longtime beat writer Larry Brooks and former Ranger Brian Boyle discuss the Rangers recent struggles and reports that Chris Drury and team leadership are open for business to trade away veteran players. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesBy New York Post

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Filip Chytil's Status Up In The Air After Big Collision With Rangers Teammate - Ep. 166 40:31

9M ago40:31

40:31

On a new episode of ‘Up in the Blue Seats’, Mollie Walker, Larry Brooks and Brian Boyle react to Filip Chytil's injury after colliding with K'Andre Miller during the Rangers' win over the Sharks and the Blueshirts' continued inconsistency in the early part of the season coming off a Presidents' Trophy-winning campaign. Learn more about your ad choi…

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Rangers Deploy New Lines Despite Hot Start to Season - Ep. 165 22:02

9M ago22:02

22:02

On a new episode of 'Up in the Blue Seats', Mollie Walker, Larry Brooks and Brian Boyle talk about the new lines and defensive pairings the Rangers utilized in their win over the Islanders on Sunday and why the Blueshirts were justified in making changes, despite New York getting off to one of the franchise's best starts since 1994. Learn more abou…

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Mika Zibanejad is not thrilled as he sees his ice time decline - Ep. 164 | Up in the Blue Seats 45:11

9M ago45:11

45:11

On a new episode of ‘Up in the Blue Seats’, Mollie Walker, Larry Brooks and Brian Boyle discuss Alexis Lafreniere’s contract extension, frustration from Mika Zibanejad over a lack of ice time, and whether or not the Rangers should keep Matt Rempe in Hartford. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices…

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E50 ¾-Cent Sales Tax Debate: Weighing the Nov. 5 Vote with Tom Prater and Andrew Baird 30:54

9M ago30:54

30:54

As the Nov. 5 general election fast approaches, voters will consider whether or not to adopt a proposed ¾-cent sales tax that would fund public safety initiatives and projects consistent with Springfield's comprehensive plan, Forward SGF. For some, this potential funding is a clear solution to gaps in the city budget while others have aired concern…

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Rangers Hit the Ground Running to Begin 2024-25 NHL Season - Ep. 163 30:36

9M ago30:36

30:36

Mollie Walker, The Post's Rangers beat reporter and Larry Brooks, The Post's Senior Hockey Columnist, discuss their thoughts on the Blueshirts' 4-0-1 start to the 2024-25 season, the team's top line clicking early and more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesBy New York Post

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Early impressions from the Rangers start to the season | Up in the Blue Seats - Ep. 162 42:50

10M ago42:50

42:50

Mollie, Larry & Brian react to the Rangers 1-0-1 start to the season, including a tough loss to Utah Hockey Club in Overtime. Larry shares his thoughts on Igor Shesterkin's contract situation & Boyle breaks down what he has seen from the new guys in Reilly Smith, Sam Carrick & Adam Edstrom. Plus some thoughts on Matt Rempe. Learn more about your ad…

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E49 In His Book: A conversation with Springfield-Greene County Library District Executive Director Ed Walton 38:39

10M ago38:39

38:39

More than 100,000 Springfieldians visit one or more of the 10 branches of the Springfield-Greene County Library District each year, but many of us may not know the inner workings of this crucial public service for our community. Luckily, Executive Director Ed Walton is an open book. In this episode, host Tom Carlson sits down with Walton to discuss…

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Outlining Rangers' Expectations In Quest to Capture Lord Stanley | Ep. 161 | Up In The Blue Seats 46:36

10M ago46:36

46:36

On a new episode of the ‘Up In The Blue Seats’ podcast ahead of the Rangers’ season-opening matchup against the Penguins, The Post’s Rangers beat reporter Mollie Walker, The Post’s Senior Hockey Columnist, along with a former Blueshirt and longtime NHL-er, Brian Boyle, discuss the Rangers’ offseason moves and how the team can end their 30-year Stan…

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E48 A New Era for MSU: President Richard "Biff" Williams on Missouri State University's future 31:53

10M ago31:53

31:53

As Missouri State University students return to campus for the 2024 fall semester, another newcomer is joining their ranks. President Richard "Biff" Williams has just begun his tenure at the university this year, but he already has big plans about what this chapter will hold for the MSU. In this episode, President Williams joins host Tom Carlson to…

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E47 Nuturing Success: A conversation with Care to Learn CEO Krystal Simon 38:54

11M ago38:54

38:54

During the excitement of beginning a new school year, many children will experience an added layer of anxiety due to not having the necessities needed to succeed in their classes. To help ensure that every child is given the ability to excel, Springfield nonprofit Care to Learn addresses emergent health, hunger and hygiene needs of students across …

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E46 Changing Trajectories: I Pour Life Executive Director Ben McBride on the power of supporting at-risk youth 40:38

11M ago40:38

40:38

We often don't choose the circumstances that inform our trajectories in life. For at-risk and foster care youth, difficulties such as poverty, teen pregnancy and incarceration can create monumental hurdles that severely impact early development. Addressing these issues head-on, Springfield-based nonprofit I Pour Life utilitizes full-spectrum progra…

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E45 Empowering Our Community: A Conversation with Dr. Amy Blansit 42:41

12M ago42:41

42:41

When Amy Blansit moved to north Springfield during her college years at Drury University, she fell in love with both the charm of the historic buildings and her late husband Drew Lewis. Continuing the mission she and Lewis shared of improving the community through asset-based urban development, she founded the Drew Lewis Foundation, which provides …

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E44 The Importance of Youth Mental Health: Amy Hill LCSW on the Current Mental Health Crisis' Impact on Children 35:31

1y ago35:31

35:31

With anxiety, depression and the risk of suicide on the rise among children and teens, mental health and education experts are searching for answers to intervene in the ongoing mental health crisis impacting our youth. In this episode, Tom Carlson speaks with Amy Hill LCSW (licensed clinical social worker), Executive Vice President of Community and…

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E43 Capturing Authenticity: A Conversation with Portrait Photographer, Filmmaker and Humanitarian Randy Bacon 35:19

1y ago35:19

35:19

Award-winning Springfield photographer Randy Bacon is driven by a simple but profound ideology when it comes to his work in portraiture, filmmaking and the nonprofit sphere: each and every person is a unique individual who deserves to have their story shared with the world. Never losing a sense of wonderment, he has used the culmination of four dec…

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E42 Ensuring Great Futures: Boys & Girls Clubs CEO Brandy Harris on Uplifting Local Youth 36:21

1y ago36:21

36:21

For Boys & Girls Clubs of Springfield CEO Brandy Harris, leading efforts to improve the lives of disadvantaged children in the Springfield metro is a full circle moment. Having lived through a difficult childhood facing poverty and abuse, Harris believes her current position is a testament to the transformational impact caring adults can have on a …

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Rangers Season in Review, Offseason Preview 51:56

1y ago51:56

51:56

On the season finale episode of the “Up In The Blue Seats” podcast with Brian Boyle, Mollie Walker and Larry Brooks, they open the show talking about what the Rangers had to say at breakup day Tuesday. They react to the 4-2 series loss to the Panthers, their season as a whole, what needs to change, looking ahead to the offseason and what free agent…

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What Do Rangers Need to Change With Series Tied 2-2? 38:58

1y ago38:58

38:58

On a new episode of the “Up In The Blue Seats” podcast with Brian Boyle and Mollie Walker, they open the show talking about the Rangers and Panthers series now being tied at 2-2. They discuss what needs to change in the defensive zone, the Panthers outplaying the Rangers so far, Blake Wheeler’s return in Game 4, lineup changes and looking ahead to …

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E41 Arena Football in Southwest Missouri: A Conversation with Ozarks Lunkers General Manager Caleb Scott 26:15

1y ago26:15

26:15

Get ready, football fans, Southwest Missouri will welcome its new professional arena football team, the Ozarks Lunkers, on June 1, 2024. For the first time, Springfieldians will get the exhilarating opportunity to watch this fast-paced, indoor version of American football live. As a kickoff to this noteworthy season, host Tom Carlson sat down with …

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Rangers-Panthers Eastern Conference Finals Preview 37:07

1y ago37:07

37:07

On a new episode of the “Up In The Blue Seats” podcast with Brian Boyle, Mollie Walker and Larry Brooks, they open the show talking about Chris Kreider’s heroic performance in the comeback win in Game 6 in Carolina. They discuss the series win over the Hurricanes, advancing to the Eastern Conference Finals and they preview their series against the …

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E40 Directing the District: Superintendent Dr. Grenita Lathan on the Trajectory of Springfield Public Schools 41:00

1y ago41:00

41:00

While becoming the superintendent of Missouri’s largest school system in 2021 may have been a daunting task, Dr. Grenita Lathan’s extensive experience in education has uniquely equipped her for this leadership role for Springfield Public Schools. Having served as the superintendent of Houston, Texas schools and held a variety of positions in public…

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Should The Rangers Be Concerned With Series at 3-2? 32:46

1y ago32:46

32:46

On a new episode of the “Up In The Blue Seats” podcast with Brian Boyle, Mollie Walker and Larry Brooks, they open the show talking about the Rangers 4-1 loss Monday. They discuss the series now being at 3-2, what went wrong, changes to be made for Game 6, what happened in the Game 4 loss and Igor Shesterkin’s play. Brian sounds off on fans bickeri…

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