Club 30™ with Henrik Lundqvist

On this episode of Club 30, Henrik Lundqvist sits down with Sopranos star Steve Schirripa to talk about joining the show at 40, the fear of getting whacked every season, and how playing Bobby Bacala changed his life. Steve opens up about working with James Gandolfini, behind-the-scenes stories from set, and what it meant to earn the respect of the cast and real-life mobsters alike. TIMECODES 2:40 - Steve Schirripa Joins the Show 4:30 - Getting Recognized as 'Bobby' 9:00 - Why His Agent Told Him Not to Take the Role 13:00 - Becoming an Actor at 40 19:30 - Always Worried About Being Killed Off 25:30 - Lessons from Uncle Junior & Working with Gandolfini 28:30 - Favorite Behind-the-Scenes Sopranos Story 30:50 - Looking Back on The Sopranos, Fame & Pressure 54:30 - Mobsters Watched the Show—and Had Notes Club 30 is presented by Verizon. 📲Follow Club 30 on Social Media! 📹Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@club30pod 📸Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/club30pod/ 🐦X: https://twitter.com/club30pod/ Brought to you by MSG Sports and Rain Delay Media. ---------------------------------------- Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy [https://acast.com/privacy] for more information.

In this episode of Club 30, Patrick Ewing joins Henrik Lundqvist to reflect on the iconic era of the ’90s New York Knicks. From physical playoff battles to Dream Team memories, Ewing opens up about facing legends like Shaq, Hakeem, and Bird—and why Madison Square Garden still feels like home. He shares what makes Jalen Brunson so special, and delivers a masterclass on handling the pressure of the New York media spotlight. This conversation is full of stories, wisdom, and that trademark Ewing grit TIMECODES 01:32 – Welcome to Club 30, Patrick Ewing 03:55 – Draft Day & Arriving in NYC 07:00 – First NBA Moments vs. Dr. J & Moses Malone 09:15 – Becoming the Face of the Knicks 13:00 – Surviving the NY Media 17:50 - What Made the 90s Knicks so Beloved 20:30 - Facing Shaq, Hakeem & 90s NBA Legends 23:40 - From 12-Year-Old Immigrant to NBA Star 28:45 - Favorite Career Moments at MSG 33:00 - Inside the Dream Team 36:40 - Larry Bird the Comedian 42:00 - Watching Jalen Brunson Grow Into a Star 49:30 - Interview Process for Georgetown HC 51:15 - Role as Knicks Ambassador Today 56:20 - Closing Remarks Club 30 is presented by Verizon. 📲Follow Club 30 on Social Media! 📹Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@club30pod 📸Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/club30pod/ 🐦X: https://twitter.com/club30pod/ Brought to you by MSG Sports and Rain Delay Media. ---------------------------------------- Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy [https://acast.com/privacy] for more information.

In this episode of Club 30, Henrik and Jay sit down with Guenther Steiner for a wide-ranging conversation on life after Haas, how Drive to Survive changed Formula 1 forever, and why staying authentic matters more than ever. From building an F1 team out of his kitchen to becoming one of the most beloved personalities in motorsport, Guenther opens up about leadership, fame, passion — and why he’s just getting started. Plus: hilarious stories about forgetting he was mic’d up, why he refuses to watch Drive to Survive, and why he’s excited to help bring even more energy to Formula 1 as an ambassador for the 2024 Miami Grand Prix. Club 30 is presented by Verizon. 📲Follow Club 30 on Social Media! 📹Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@club30pod 📸Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/club30pod/ 🐦X: https://twitter.com/club30pod/ Brought to you by MSG Sports and Rain Delay Media. ---------------------------------------- Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy [https://acast.com/privacy] for more information.

In this episode of Club 30, Henrik and Jay sit down with comedian Chris Distefano for a hilarious and deeply personal conversation. Chris opens up about his unlikely path from pediatric physical therapist to stand-up comic, how 9/11 shaped his career, and the viral story that changed everything. They talk about bombing on stage, finding your voice in the brutal NYC comedy scene, and what it takes to work legendary venues. Chris also shares his dad’s unforgettable advice, why being likable beats being clever, and how he balances fatherhood with life on the road. Club 30 is presented by Verizon. 📲Follow Club 30 on Social Media! 📹Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@club30pod 📸Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/club30pod/ 🐦X: https://twitter.com/club30pod/ Brought to you by MSG Sports and Rain Delay Media. ---------------------------------------- Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy [https://acast.com/privacy] for more information.

In this episode of Club 30, Henrik and Jay sit down with Kenny Albert — the hardest-working voice in sports and the newly named lead play-by-play announcer for the New York Rangers. They talk about his journey behind the mic, calling games across every major league, and growing up in a legendary broadcasting family. From Victor Cruz’s 99-yard touchdown to Jose Bautista’s iconic bat flip, Kenny shares his favorite calls and the voices that inspired him. He also opens up about the meticulous prep that keeps him ready for anything — including pulling Henrik’s first career shutout notes from 2005. Plus, stories from 250 broadcast partners, a fake interview with Mayor Bloomberg, and what it really takes to stay sharp in the booth. TIMECODES 00:00 - Intro 01:51 - Kenny Albert 02:55 - Growing up an Albert & First Gig 9:40 - Difference Between Radio & TV 13:30 - Most Challenging Sport to Call 16:00 - Favorite Calls 20:10 - Preparation that Goes into this Job 26:30 - Opening up the Rangers Archives 34:25 - Is there “Chemistry” in the Booth? 41:30 - New Voice of the Rangers TV Broadcast? 45:58 - Behind his book “A Mic for All Seasons” 54:10 - Did Henrik & Kenny Ever Contemplate a Different Career Path? 1:02:20 - Does Marv Give Kenny Feedback? 1:09:25 - Closing Remarks Club 30 is presented by Verizon. 📲Follow Club 30 on Social Media! 📹Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@club30pod 📸Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/club30pod/ 🐦X: https://twitter.com/club30pod/ Brought to you by MSG Sports and Rain Delay Media. ---------------------------------------- Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy [https://acast.com/privacy] for more information.