Brady Leavold
Brady Leavold
#65 Hockey 2 Hell And Back Ft. Scott Oake
#65 Hockey 2 Hell And Back Ft. Scott Oake
#65 Hockey 2 Hell And Back Ft. Scott Oake
Thursday 29th July 2021
Scott Oake discusses founding the Bruce Oake Recovery Centre after his son's overdose, highlighting family support in addiction recovery on 'Hockey 2 Hell and Back'.
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Get the buttons here!Scott Oake's Journey from Grief to Advocacy on Hockey 2 Hell and Back
The medical definition of addiction is it's a chronic brain disorder, and those who want recovery should have a shot at it, in just the same way that those who come down with cancer are given treatment.
What happens when a sports broadcasting legend turns his grief into a mission to help others? In this episode of 'Hockey 2 Hell and Back', Brady Leavold welcomes Scott Oake, a Gemini Award-winning Canadian sportscaster, to share his poignant story. After losing his son Bruce to an overdose in 2011, Scott and his wife Anne channeled their heartbreak into creating the Bruce Oake Recovery Centre in Winnipeg, Manitoba.
This episode dives deep into Scott's personal journey through loss and the challenges of establishing a facility dedicated to accessible addiction treatment. Scott opens up about the importance of family support in the recovery process and the tireless efforts needed to bring the Bruce Oake Recovery Centre to life. He also sheds light on the Fresh Start program, which aims to guide individuals through every step of their recovery journey.
This conversation isn't just about addiction; it's about resilience, hope, and the power of turning pain into purpose. Whether you're grappling with addiction yourself, supporting a loved one, or simply seeking inspiration, Scott's story is a testament to the impact one family can have on an entire community.