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Hockey 2 Hell and Back
by Brady Leavold
From the brink of the NHL top severely addicted, homeless and 3 years behind bars.This is the story of Brady Leavold. Originally from Port Coquitlam, Leavold spent parts of 5 season in the WHL which included playing on the same line as Dallas Stars Captain, Jamie Benn. Just two years later he found himself addicted to heroin and shortly after that he was homeless on Vancouver's downtown east side which led him into a life of crime and violence. He was eventually arrested and spent 3 years behind bars. After becoming honest with his past and dealing with the trauma of sexual abuse, Brady has finally found his way and is one grateful man.He is the founder of The Puck Support Network; www.pucksupport.comProviding support and resources for the entire hockey community with issues related to mental health and addiction. @pucksupport on IG and Twitterwww.facebook.com/pucksupportWatch the video on YouTubeThe Puck Support Podcast NetworkFollow Brady:@hockey2heroinFollow The Podcast:
Episodes
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#133 Hockey 2 Hell And Back Ft. Kevin Bieksa
Join us on Hockey 2 Hell and Back on March 3 at 3 PM EST for a special live episode featuring none other than Kevin Bieksa! The former NHL defenseman, known for his toughness, leadership, and legendary career with the Vancouver Canucks and Anaheim Ducks, joins the show for an unfiltered...
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#132 Hockey 2 Hell And Back Ft. Bobby Robins
In this powerful episode of Hockey 2 Hell and Back, I sit down with former NHL enforcer Bobby Robins to dive deep into his incredible story of perseverance, struggle, and redemption. From battling his way through the minor leagues to achieving his NHL dream with the Boston Bruins, Bobby shares…
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#131 Hockey 2 Hell And Back Ft. Theo Peckham
**Hockey 2 Hell and Back #131 | Featuring Theo Peckham** Welcome back to *Hockey 2 Hell and Back*! In episode #131, **Brady Leavold** sits down with former NHL defenseman **Theo Peckham** for an open and raw conversation about hockey, life beyond the game, and the challenges that come with it....
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#129 Hockey 2 Hell And Back Ft. Luke Gazdic
Luke Gazdic from Mitts Off and Sportsnet drops by and shares his journey to the NHL and life after hockey. You do not want to miss this one!
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#128 Hockey 2 Hell And Back Ft. Nick Kypreos
Hockey 2 Hell And Back welcomes Stanley Cup champion Nick Kypreos. Kypreos is joining Brady for the second time dating back to 2021. Currently Kypreos is the host of Real Kyper and Bourne a show on Sportsnet Monday-Friday from 4-6pm est. He is also a regular analyst on Sportsnet and a successful...
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#123 Hockey 2 Hell And Back Ft. Nathan Harmon
Nathan Harmon has rapidly become one of the most sought after motivational speakers in the USA. Nathan's journey comes from a combination of a troubled past and a great desire to help others overcome many of his same struggles. In his younger years Nathan battled divorced parents, suicidal...
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#121 Hockey 2 Hell And Back Ft. Corey Hirsch
Retired NHL goaltender Corey Hirsch joins the show to talk about his book "The Save of My Life" His story through hockey and mental health struggles. Corey offers some great advice for parents and shares his own life experience which has helped so many people.
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#119 Hockey 2 Hell And Back Ft. Coach Chippy
Social media sensation Coach Chippy joins the show and really shares with us who he really is! His outlook on life is incredible and he's just getting started!
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#118 Hockey 2 Hell And Back Ft. Paulie O’Byrne
Paulie shares his powerful story of how he turned his pain into purpose. Hockey, physical and sexual abuse, mental health, addiction and the strength to fight back!
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#117 Hockey 2 Hell And Back Ft. Aaron Volpatti
Brady welcomes the inspiring Aaron Volpatti who is fresh off his successful book tour. This is one of the most inspirational comeback stories in professional sports. Aaron Volpatti was never supposed to play in the NHL. As an average, undersized youth hockey player, Aaron had to fight his way,...
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#116 Hockey 2 Hell And Back Ft. Keegan Downer
Brady welcomes his friend Keegan Downer the founder and CEO of Mindful Meds Mindful Meds is a premium supplement company dedicated to supplying Canadians with the tools to improve their mental health, clarity, and performance and to support their growth along the way. Mindful Meds has changed...
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#115 Hockey 2 Hell And Back Ft. Kevin Raine
Kevin Raine of the Belfast Giants returns to the show again to talk Hockey culture and mental health. please go follow Kevin on IG @kevinraine @personalbesthockey
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#114 Hockey 2 Hell And Back Ft. D Jay McGrath
A very important episode! Djay McGrath from Kindersley Saskatchewan is 30 years old who played in the WHL for 2 years before the finishing off his junior career in his home town for the Klippers. Djay has recently taken to TikTok to share his powerful story through drugs , alcohol, depression…
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#113 Hockey 2 Hell And Back Ft. David Van Der Gulik
David Van der Gulik is a Canadian retired ice hockey right winger. He was a draft pick of the Calgary Flames, selected 206th overall in the 2002 NHL Entry Draft, and appeared in six games with the team in 2008–09 before spending four seasons with the Colorado Avalanche and his last North American...
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#112 Hockey 2 Hell And Back Ft. Kelly Hrudey
Brady Leavold is joined by Kelly Hrudey to discuss their mental health struggles and hockey.
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#111 Hockey 2 Hell And Back Ft. Adam Scorgie
Brady welcomes his buddy world renowned film maker Adam Scorgie. Adam Scorgie is a Canadian documentary film producer based in Edmonton, Alberta and is the founder of Score G Production Films. Currently Adam and his team are putting the finishing touches on the Jordin Tootoo documentary that so...
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#110 Hockey 2 Hell And Back Ft. Riley Sheahan
NHL journeyman Riley Sheahan opens up about his life through hockey, mental health and dives into his DUI while playing with the Detroit Red Wings. This is not one you want to miss Follow Riley on Instagram Follow His Podcast - Speak Your Mind Follow Torch Pro
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#109 Hockey 2 Hell And Back Ft. Graeme Bonar and Stuart Smith
Brady Leavold welcomes former OHL sniper Graeme Bonar and former Weyburn Red Wing captain Stuart Smith. The talk will be about all things hockey, mental health, trauma, addiction, Puck Support and of course anything else that comes up! #mentalhealth #hockey #trauma
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#104 Hockey 2 Hell And Back Ft. Stephen Johns - Retired NHLer/Mental Health Advocate
Former NHLer turned Mental Health Advocate Stephen Johns joins Brady Leavold on what will be a very important conversation surrounding mental health and hockey. Last summer Johns rollerbladed across the USA for mental health. #mentalmiles was the hash tag he used as he rollerbladed to help crush...
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#103 Hockey 2 Hell And Back Ft. Tony Hoffman - From Prison To The Olympics
“From Prison To The Olympics” We get to hear first hand of Tony Hoffman’s viral story of his triumphant journey through sports stardom, mental health struggles, substance use disorder, homelessness & his quest to coaching in the 2016 Rio Olympics. It’s a story that pierces the hearts and minds of...
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#102 Ft. Chris ”Knuckles” Nilan - Stanley Cup Champion, Recovering Addict
Chris "Knuckles" Nilan joins Brady once again after there last connection over 2 years ago. In this episode Chris Nilan opens up about his addiction to pain killers and eventually heroin and the fight it took to get his life back. Today Knuckles is the co host of The Raw Knuckles Podcast: One of...
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#101 Hockey 2 Hell And Back Ft. The Probert Family
Hockey 2 Hell And Back welcomes Dani, Tierney and Declyn Probert to the show to talk about the up and coming 10th annual Bob Probert Memorial Ride. On Sunday, June 26, 2022, as Hôtel-Dieu Grace Healthcare hosts the 10th Annual Bob Probert Ride. Kickstand up from Ciociaro Club at 10:30 a.m....
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#100 Hockey 2 Hell And Back Ft. Ted Nolan
Hockey Legend Ted Nolan joins the show.
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#99 Hockey 2 Hell And Back Ft. Michael Landsberg #sicknotweak #mentalhealth#depression
Brady Leavold welcomes his friend Michael Landsberg to the show once again live May 23rd, a great way to wrap up the long weekend. Michael has been one of the leaders when it comes to the mental health movement. His story has and continues to help countless people through his vulnerability and...
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#98 Hockey 2 Hell And Back Ft. Ryan Straschnitzki
Hockey 2 Hell And Back returns after a month off and we are honoured to have the incredibkle Ryan Straschnitzki join the show. Ryan was paralyzed from the chest down when a bus carrying the Humboldt Broncos of the Saskatchewan Junior Hockey League was in a collision with a transport truck in…
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#97 Hockey 2 Hell And Back Ft. Kenny Belanger Retired NHL Tough Guy
Brady Leavold welcomes his new friend, retired NHL tough guy Kenny Belanger to talk about his ups and down in his career and life after hockey. Live Tuesday April 5, 2022 @ 8:30pm EST Kenneth Belanger is a Canadian retired ice hockey forward. He played in the National Hockey League with the…
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#96 Hockey 2 Hell And Back Ft. Riley Cote - Treating addiction/mental illness with plant medicines
Join Brady on his 2 year podcast anniversary when he welcomes former NHL tough guy Riley Cote. Riley is making his third appearance on the show but has not been on since June of 2020. Since then Riley has been working tirelessly on bringing plant medicines to the fore front in sport. This is not...
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#95 Hockey 2 Hell And Back Ft. Aaron Snow and Richard Greenop -Former NHL Draft Picks/ Recovering Addicts 💪🏻
Aaron Snow and Richard Greenop join Brady Leavold to discuss their own struggles with addiction and mental health. Both Aaron Snow and Richard Greenop have been on the show at different times. Since then Brady, Aaron and Richard have kept in contact through a group chat, planning on working...
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#93 Hockey 2 Hell And Back Ft. Dr. Cassidy Preston
Dr. Cassidy Preston is the founder of Consistent Elite Performance and is a full-time High-Performance Coach helping elite athletes, teams, and businesses increase their performance and well-being. As a former OHL & PRO hockey player, Cassidy combines his personal experiences with the current...
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#92 Hockey 2 Hell And Back Ft. Paul Rosen - Live From On The Pond In Muskoka
Live on location we apologize for for small audio difficulties
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#91 Hockey 2 Hell And Back Ft. Colicchie - Rap Artist/Recovering Addict
Brady welcomes one of his favourite artists in Colicchie. This is a real dream come true. Colicchie's music helped Brady through some of his darkest days of addiction and maybe even more so now in recovery. Pittsburgh rapper Colicchie rose up from years of struggling with addiction to find…
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#90 Hockey 2 Hell And Back - 2 Years Clean ft. Darren McCarty and Brian Leavold
Brady Leavold celebrates 2 years clean on February 8th 2022 To celebrate the day, 4 time Stanley Cup Champion Darren McCarty joins the show. Brady and D Mac have become like brothers since first connecting back in 2020. Brady looked up to D Mac on the ice and now as a big brother off the ice.…
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#89 Hockey 2 Hell And Back Ft. Kevin Porter - Relentless
Kevin Porter won’t take no for an answer. He won’t take “no” from player agents. He won’t take “no” from professional hockey teams. And he certainly won’t take “no” from his mind or body. Not even at age 46, when he strolls into the arena disorientated after a day-long shift as an emergency…
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#88 Hockey 2 Hell And Back Ft. Kris Versteeg - 2X Stanley Cup Champion - Founder of Klevr
Brady Welcomes 2 time Stanley Cup Champ Kris Versteeg to the show to talk about his career, life after hockey and the launch of his new app Klevr. Kristopher Royce Versteeg (born May 13, 1986) is a Canadian entrepreneur and former professional ice hockey winger. During his career, he played for…
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#87 Hockey 2 Hell And Back Ft. Jeff O’neill
Brady welcomes former NHLer turned analyst Jeff O'Neill to the show #hockey #nhl #tsn Jeff O'Neill is a Canadian broadcaster and former professional ice hockey player in the National Hockey League. He played 12 seasons with the Hartford Whalers, Carolina Hurricanes and the Toronto Maple Leafs.
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#86 Hockey 2 Hell And Back Ft. Kendra Fisher - Hockey Player/Mental Health Advocate
Kendra grew up in Kincardine, Ontario. With the support of her family and town behind her, Kendra quickly achieved great successes in her hockey career. Years ago, when faced with the opportunity to realize her dream of goaltending for Team Canada, Kendra was diagnosed with a Severe Anxiety...
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#85 Hockey 2 Hell And Back Ft. Jay Harrison
Brady welcomes Jay Harrison, a Canadian former professional ice hockey defenceman who played for the Toronto Maple Leafs, Carolina Hurricanes and the Winnipeg Jets of the National Hockey League. Here is a quick bio: Jay Harrison is a licensed mental health counsellor who consults for professional...
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#84 Hockey 2 Hell And Back Ft. Richard Greenop
A long time coming! Brady Leavold and Richard Greenop have been talking about this for a long time off the record and how their stories are very similar. Richard is ready to share his story through junior and pro hockey and how it all ended due to concussions and how while he was playing he…
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ABOUT THIS SHOW
From the brink of the NHL top severely addicted, homeless and 3 years behind bars.This is the story of Brady Leavold. Originally from Port Coquitlam, Leavold spent parts of 5 season in the WHL which included playing on the same line as Dallas Stars Captain, Jamie Benn. Just two years later he found himself addicted to heroin and shortly after that he was homeless on Vancouver's downtown east side which led him into a life of crime and violence. He was eventually arrested and spent 3 years behind bars. After becoming honest with his past and dealing with the trauma of sexual abuse, Brady has finally found his way and is one grateful man.He is the founder of The Puck Support Network; www.pucksupport.comProviding support and resources for the entire hockey community with issues related to mental health and addiction. @pucksupport on IG and Twitterwww.facebook.com/pucksupportWatch the video on YouTubeThe Puck Support Podcast NetworkFollow Brady:@hockey2heroinFollow The Podcast:
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From the brink of the NHL top severely addicted, homeless and 3 years behind bars.This is the story of Brady Leavold. Originally from Port Coquitlam, Leavold spent parts of 5 season in the WHL which included playing on the same line as Dallas Stars Captain, Jamie Benn. Just two years later he found...
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