Herb Brooks
Mentioned in 14 analyzed podcast episodes across 10 shows
Head coach of the 1980 U.S. Olympic hockey team, famous for assembling the team that achieved the "Miracle on Ice" victory and for pioneering innovative fitness and psychological coaching methods in American hockey. His legacy is frequently referenced in podcasts as a benchmark for historic coaching achievements, and his story has been immortalized in multiple films and documentaries including Disney+'s "Miracle" starring Kurt Russell. Brooks was honored with a Congressional Gold Medal and notably insisted on including 12 Minnesota players in his Olympic roster.
Appears On
Episode Appearances
Pardon My Take · Mar 4, 2026
Matthew And Brady Tkachuk, Seth MacFarlane, Duke Is Going To Win The Natty, NFL Free Agency Looms + AWL’s Remember 10 Years
“Historical 1980 Olympic hockey coach referenced in pre-game preparation discussions”
Omni Talk Retail · Feb 28, 2026
Lightning Round: Girl Scout Records, Survivor 50, Miracle on Ice & Nerd Nostalgia | Fast Five Shorts
“Legendary Miracle on Ice coach discussed as historical figure for Team USA Olympic celebration”
Mundo in the Morning - KCMO Talk Radio 95.7FM & 710 AM · Feb 26, 2026
Kansas City Writer Showcases TDS in Team USA Olympic Column | Mundo Clip 2-26-26
“Coach of 1980 U.S. Olympic hockey team referenced in Leffler's column for historical comparison”
Empty Netters Podcast · Feb 17, 2026
Olympic Hockey Group Stage Recap - Canada and USA Dominate w/ Chris Chelios and Jason Demers
“Historical Olympic coach referenced for 1980 Miracle on Ice and coaching philosophy impact on modern Olympics”
The Commentary Magazine Podcast · Feb 10, 2026
Dems vs DHS
“1980 Olympic hockey coach portrayed by Kurt Russell in Disney+ 'Miracle' film”
Empty Netters Podcast · Feb 10, 2026
2026 Milan Olympics Preview and Predictions w/ Jack O’Callahan
“1980 USA Olympic hockey coach whose preparation methodology, psychological approach, and motivational tactics enabled gold medal victory”
Ruthless Podcast · Feb 10, 2026
Why do liberals ruin everything? - Olympic Athletes Trash America, the Bad Bunny Super Bowl Train Wreck
“Coach of 1980 Miracle on Ice team, honored with Congressional Gold Medal, insisted on 12 Minnesota players”
The Dan Patrick Show · Feb 10, 2026
C&R - Maye Day, City Poo, the Luge
“Coach of 1980 Olympic hockey team featured in Netflix documentary 'Miracle: The Boys of 1980'”
Spittin Chiclets · Feb 6, 2026
Spittin' Chiclets Episode 618: Featuring Marc-André Fleury
“1980 Olympic coach discussed in documentary context regarding player relationships and motivation”
Bold American Pod · Feb 3, 2026
The Bomb Cyclone, More Epstein Files, and The Winter Olympics. BA EP 49
“Coach of 1980 US Olympic hockey team featured prominently in Netflix Miracle on Ice documentary”
Spittin Chiclets · Feb 3, 2026
Spittin' Chiclets Episode 617: Featuring Jack O'Callahan
“Coach of the 1980 U.S. Olympic hockey team; pioneered fitness and psychological coaching methods in American hockey”
Empty Netters Podcast · Feb 2, 2026
Miracle The Boys Of '80 Review w/ Mike Lupica
“Head coach of the 1980 US Olympic hockey team whose coaching philosophy and pregame speech are extensively discussed throughout the episode”
The Joel Klatt Show: A College Football Podcast · Jan 20, 2026
Indiana (!!!) wins the National Championship as Curt Cignetti finishes historic turnaround
“Hockey coach referenced for Miracle on Ice as comparable coaching achievement to Cignetti's turnaround”
Unblinded with Sean Callagy · Oct 10, 2025
The Making of a Miracle: Lessons from Mike Eruzione on Leadership, Legacy, and Belief
“Coach of 1980 Olympic team; used demanding, distant leadership style to unify players and instill respect and values”