Brady Leavold
Brady Leavold
#06 Hockey 2 Hell And Back Ft. Nick Kypreos
#06 Hockey 2 Hell And Back Ft. Nick Kypreos
#06 Hockey 2 Hell And Back Ft. Nick Kypreos
Saturday 21st November 2020
Brady Leavold and Nick Kypreos share their journeys through addiction and recovery on 'Hockey 2 Hell and Back'. Tune in for an inspiring conversation.
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Brady Leavold
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Sobriety Toolkit
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Family Recovery from Addiction
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Get the buttons here!Nick Kypreos: From Stanley Cup to Sobriety on Hockey 2 Hell and Back
The one thing that I got out of listening to you in your first five minutes of the opening of the show was the gratitude that you have, and it's a boomerang, Brady, what you throw out there will come back to you.
Ever wondered what happens when the puck drops off the ice? Brady Leavold's podcast 'Hockey 2 Hell and Back' pulls back the curtain on the unseen battles faced by hockey players. In this gripping episode, Brady sits down with hockey legend Nick Kypreos, who won the Stanley Cup with the Rangers in '94. But this chat isn't just about goals and glory.
Both Brady and Nick open up about their struggles with addiction and homelessness, shedding light on the darker side of fame. Brady, a former NHL hopeful, shares his journey from nearly making it to the big leagues to grappling with severe addiction and spending three years behind bars. His story is one of raw honesty and resilience, leading him to establish the Puck Support Foundation and the Puck Support Warrior Campaign.
These initiatives aim to support hockey players and their families dealing with mental health and addiction issues. Nick Kypreos brings his own powerful narrative to the table. Despite not being drafted into the NHL, he fought his way onto a team, eventually reaching the pinnacle of his career by winning the Stanley Cup. Post-retirement, Nick transitioned into a successful career as a hockey analyst and even ventured into the restaurant industry.
He talks about how community support has been vital in his recovery journey and praises Brady for his positive outlook and efforts with the Puck Support Foundation. A central theme in their conversation is gratitude. Nick emphasizes that what you put out into the world comes back to you, a sentiment Brady wholeheartedly agrees with. Their discussion also highlights the importance of breaking the stigma around mental health and addiction within the hockey community.
This episode is a heartfelt exploration of resilience, community, and the power of gratitude. It's a must-listen for anyone interested in the human side of professional sports, especially those touched by addiction or mental health challenges.