In Episode 198 of Your Dark Companion, Mike Rhyner sits down with the television and radio voice of the Dallas Stars, Josh Bogorad, for a deep dive into the winding road that led him from Los Angeles to the NHL broadcast booth.

Josh shares how one childhood hockey game during the Gretzky era changed everything — sparking a dream that would take him through club hockey broadcasts, minor league bus trips, Alaska championships, and years of grinding before finally breaking into the NHL.

They unpack:

The reality of chasing a broadcasting dream

What it’s like replacing legendary voices and working alongside Daryl Reaugh

The unique chemistry behind the Stars’ long-running simulcast format

Why hockey’s culture feels different from other sports

And how learning what not to call is the secret to mastering play-by-play

Plus, they reflect on USA Hockey’s recent gold medal moment and what it means for growing the sport in non-traditional markets.

If you love sports broadcasting, hockey, or stories about betting on yourself when no one guarantees the outcome — this one delivers.

Tune in and experience the game through the voice that calls it.

Chapters

0:00 – Opening Banter & Episode 198

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