Judd Zulgad

Judd Zulgad is a seasoned Twin Cities sports media personality whose voice anchors several of the flagship podcasts at SKOR North. On the daily football side, he co-hosts Purple Daily alongside Phil Mackey, providing sharp, timely takes on the Minnesota Vikings — from injury updates to scouting previews to fan-fueled debate. He also joins Mackey on Mackey & Judd, a broader Minnesota sports podcast that spans the Vikings, Twins, Wild, Wolves and college athletics. Both podcasts showcase Zulgad’s mix of journalistic insight and relatable fandom.

Zulgad’s passion for hockey also shines through his role as host of Judd’s Hockey Show, where he and his co-hosts peel back the layers on the Minnesota Wild, NHL trade rumors, player development and fan culture. The show is described as...

Judd Zulgad is a seasoned Twin Cities sports media personality whose voice anchors several of the flagship podcasts at SKOR North. On the daily football side, he co-hosts Purple Daily alongside Phil Mackey, providing sharp, timely takes on the Minnesota Vikings — from injury updates to scouting previews to fan-fueled debate. He also joins Mackey on Mackey & Judd, a broader Minnesota sports podcast that spans the Vikings, Twins, Wild, Wolves and college athletics. Both podcasts showcase Zulgad’s mix of journalistic insight and relatable fandom.

Zulgad’s passion for hockey also shines through his role as host of Judd’s Hockey Show, where he and his co-hosts peel back the layers on the Minnesota Wild, NHL trade rumors, player development and fan culture. The show is described as “their safe space to offer up takes, rants and reckless speculation” about the Wild and the NHL at large.

On top of his audio work, Zulgad writes about Minnesota sports on his Substack, adding depth and commentary to his podcasting efforts.

Prior to his current work at SKOR North, Zulgad built his career as a sportswriter and columnist, notably covering the Vikings and Minnesota sports scene for outlets including the Star Tribune. His hosting style is characterized by a grounded journalistic approach paired with the tone of a dedicated fan — able to analyze schemes and stats, but also willing to lean into culture, humor and the feel of being a “Minnesota sports dad.” Through his multiple podcast channels, Zulgad has become a familiar voice to fans who want more than a recap — they want the story, the opinion and the conversation behind the game.