Our interviewee:

Julie Robenhymer is an entrepreneur, hockey blogger/podcaster on the popular hockey rumors site hockeybuzz.com and 2005 Miss New Jersey and a Miss America contestant in 2006.

10 Questions for Julie Robenhymer:

1. Hi Julie, we always start off 10 Questions with the most obvious one possible.  What have you been up to lately?

Not a whole heck of a lot…just enjoying the last days of nice weather and getting ready for the upcoming season. Making my travel plans. Trying to figure out which teams or players I want to see and which games I want to go to. My calendar looks ridiculous with a lot of if-this-than-that scenarios. In addition to NHL games, I’m also trying to go to more NCAA games this season to see some up and coming prospects. It’s shaping up to be a fun 8-9 months

2. You’re an active NHL Hockey blogger and fan who lives in the United States.  In Canada this is considered normal, but in the US “not so much”.  Do your close friends and peers think you’re a big freak for what you do?

Yes!! They think I’ve absolutely lost my marbles! Some don’t get it at all, but I’m finding more and more hockey fans out there and those that aren’t I’m usually able to convert once I get them to a game. When I was younger, my girlfriends used to look at me like I had five heads when I’d start talking about hockey, but now they’re used to it and even enjoy it. The guys on the other hand, usually think it’s great to be able to talk with someone who has a slightly different perspective of the sport. So, I guess it goes both ways.

3. As a former Miss America contestant did you ever deliver a hockey body check to take out one of the other girls?  That would seem like an entertaining idea to me.

LOL  no…but I’ve definitely thought about it for a few girls in particular. Most girls are absolutely fabulous and in fact I’m very good friends with a lot of girls that I’ve competed with at Miss New Jersey and Miss America, but there’s always going to be one or two that you just can’t stand, but that goes for any group of people whether that be in competition, work, family, etc.

4. Tony Soprano:  Dead or still alive?

No Clue… I never really watched the Sopranos and besides that I live in South Jersey..not North.

5. It was reported today that magician Chriss Angel has begun dating one of Hugh Heffner’s girlfriends.  Ever scratch your head and ask yourself what the hell are these girls thinking?

Not really, only because I don’t often think about them.

6. Last week Canadian Prime Minister Stephen Harper shut down parliament and announced a federal election will take place October 14th.  As an American can you even comprehend the thought of a 5 week long election campaign to elect a new leader?

No, but I’m sure I would love it! It’s been almost two years since politicians have started campaigning for this presidential election and I am so tired of seeing political commercials on the TV and hearing them on the radio. I just wish it were time to vote…instead we’ve got another 10 weeks!

7. Swimmer Michael Phelps is scheduled to host Saturday Night Live this weekend.  Should professional athletes stick to what they know best and leave the TV business to the pros?  We ask because we don’t expect to see Tina Fey compete in the 100 Meter freestyle anytime soon.

Yes…and no. Some athletes are completely devoid of personality and others absolutely ham it up for the camera. Phelps is a pretty funny guy and I’m sure they’ll tailor his skits to show the best of his comedic skills.

8. Another political question for you today.  Hilary Clinton and Sarah Palin in a cage match fight, who comes out the winner?

Palin…hands down. You do not want to mess with her.

9.  Oprah donated over 50 million dollars to various charities last year.  I on the other hand donated a grand total of $27 as per my tax claim.  Does this make me a bad man, or just a really cheap one?

Neither…some people can afford to donate a lot and others can’t, the important part is that you donated something

10. My girlfriend Janet and I recently got engaged and plan to get married next year.  I suggested we go to Vegas and get hitched at a chapel with an Elvis impersonator carrying out the ceremony.  She on the other hand does not like the idea.  How can I convince her it’s the wedding that every girl dreams of?

Well, in addition to the hockey blogging, I also own a dress shop that happens to sell wedding gowns and I can tell you without a doubt that eloping in front of Elvis is NOT the wedding that every girl dreams of. BUT…smaller ceremonies are becoming more popular instead of all out 250+ guest affairs. You should put your marital skills to the test and strike up a compromise.