Let’s Talk: Sophie’s Squad

Episode 7 featuring Meredith Lang from Mosaic Hockey Collective. In this episode, we sit down with Meredith Lang to talk about Mosaic Hockey Collective and its work to help create a more inclusive and supportive hockey community. Meredith shares the story and mission behind Mosaic, the importance of creating spaces where everyone feels like they belong, and how connection and community can positively impact mental health. We also discuss the power of hockey to bring people together and why supporting one another—both on and off the ice—matters. -- Let’s Talk: Sophie’s Squad is a podcast dedicated to open conversations about mental health, resilience, and the experiences that shape us. Through discussions with athletes, experts, advocates, and everyday people, we aim to break the stigma surrounding mental health and remind others that they are never alone. Our goal is simple: share real stories, practical insights, and meaningful conversations that encourage connection, hope, and understanding. No judgment. No stigma. Just honest conversations and a community that supports each other. If you enjoyed this episode, be sure to like, subscribe, and share it with someone who may need to hear it. Learn more and help support Sophie’s Squad: https://sophiessquad.org/donate Join The Movement - Join 10K Strong at: https://sophiessquad.org/10K/

Welcome to Let’s Talk: Sophie’s Squad. Episode #6 is especially meaningful to us, as #6 was Sophie’s hockey number. We are honored to sit down with Sophie’s sister, Rachel Wieland, for this special episode. Rachel played college hockey and now coaches at the College of Saint Benedict. In this episode, Rachel shares her experiences as an athlete and coach, reflects on Sophie and her legacy, and talks about the importance of mental health, supporting one another, and continuing the conversations that are at the heart of Sophie’s Squad.--Let’s Talk: Sophie’s Squad is a podcast dedicated to open conversations about mental health, resilience, and the experiences that shape us. Through discussions with athletes, experts, advocates, and everyday people, we aim to break the stigma surrounding mental health and remind others that they are never alone.Our goal is simple: share real stories, practical insights, and meaningful conversations that encourage connection, hope, and understanding.No judgment. No stigma. Just honest conversations and a community that supports each other.If you enjoyed this episode, be sure to like, subscribe, and share it with someone who may need to hear it.Learn more and help support Sophie’s Squad: https://sophiessquad.org/donateJoin The Movement - Join 10K Strong at: https://sophiessquad.org/10K/

Episode 5 featuring Julia Minotti (St. Thomas) In this episode, we sit down with St. Thomas student-athlete Julia Minotti for an honest conversation about balancing the demands of college athletics while prioritizing mental health. Julia shares her personal experiences, the challenges and lessons she’s encountered as a student-athlete, and why building resilience, confidence, and a strong support system are just as important as success in competition.-- Let’s Talk: Sophie’s Squad is a podcast dedicated to open conversations about mental health, resilience, and the experiences that shape us. Through discussions with athletes, experts, advocates, and everyday people, we aim to break the stigma surrounding mental health and remind others that they are never alone.Our goal is simple: share real stories, practical insights, and meaningful conversations that encourage connection, hope, and understanding.No judgment. No stigma. Just honest conversations and a community that supports each other.If you enjoyed this episode, be sure to like, subscribe, and share it with someone who may need to hear it.Learn more and help support Sophie’s Squad: https://sophiessquad.org/donateJoin The Movement - Join 10K Strong at: https://sophiessquad.org/10K/

In this episode, we sit down with Bethany Ranes and Norah Kennedy of Interocept Labs for an insightful conversation about mental health, emotional awareness, and the science behind understanding ourselves. Beth and Norah share how interoception shapes our thoughts, emotions, and well-being, while offering practical strategies to build resilience, improve self-awareness, and better support mental health in everyday life. -- Let’s Talk: Sophie’s Squad is a podcast dedicated to open conversations about mental health, resilience, and the experiences that shape us. Through discussions with athletes, experts, advocates, and everyday people, we aim to break the stigma surrounding mental health and remind others that they are never alone. Our goal is simple: share real stories, practical insights, and meaningful conversations that encourage connection, hope, and understanding. No judgment. No stigma. Just honest conversations and a community that supports each other. If you enjoyed this episode, be sure to like, subscribe, and share it with someone who may need to hear it. Learn more and help support Sophie’s Squad: https://sophiessquad.org/donate Join The Movement - Join 10K Strong at: https://sophiessquad.org/10K/

Episode 3 featuring Olivia Mobley (Boston Fleet PWHL) In this episode, we sit down with Boston Fleet forward Olivia Mobley for an honest conversation about life as a professional hockey player and the importance of mental health. Olivia shares her journey through the highs and challenges of competing at the highest level, the value of building confidence and resilience, and why taking care of your mental well-being is just as important as your performance on the ice. -- Let’s Talk: Sophie’s Squad is a podcast dedicated to open conversations about mental health, resilience, and the experiences that shape us. Through discussions with athletes, experts, advocates, and everyday people, we aim to break the stigma surrounding mental health and remind others that they are never alone. Our goal is simple: share real stories, practical insights, and meaningful conversations that encourage connection, hope, and understanding. No judgment. No stigma. Just honest conversations and a community that supports each other. If you enjoyed this episode, be sure to like, subscribe, and share it with someone who may need to hear it. Learn more and help support Sophie’s Squad: https://sophiessquad.org/donate Join The Movement - Join 10K Strong at: https://sophiessquad.org/10K/

Episode 2 featuring Kayla Swartout (Wisconsin Badgers Women's Ice Hockey) Welcome to Let’s Talk: Sophie’s Squad. In this episode, we sit down with incoming freshman goalie Kayla Swartout for a conversation about the transition to college athletics, the mental challenges student-athletes face, and the importance of prioritizing mental health. Kayla shares her journey, what she’s looking forward to as she begins her collegiate career, and the mindset that’s helped her navigate both the highs and lows of being an athlete. -- Let’s Talk: Sophie’s Squad is a podcast dedicated to open conversations about mental health, resilience, and the experiences that shape us. Through discussions with athletes, experts, advocates, and everyday people, we aim to break the stigma surrounding mental health and remind others that they are never alone. Our goal is simple: share real stories, practical insights, and meaningful conversations that encourage connection, hope, and understanding. No judgment. No stigma. Just honest conversations and a community that supports each other. If you enjoyed this episode, be sure to like, subscribe, and share it with someone who may need to hear it. Learn more and help support Sophie’s Squad: https://sophiessquad.org/donate Join The Movement - Join 10K Strong at: https://sophiessquad.org/10K/

Episode 1 featuring Marlene Boissonnault (Minnesota Frost PWHL)Welcome to the very first episode of Let’s Talk: Sophie’s Squad.In this episode, we sit down with a current professional hockey player and mental health advocate Marlene Boissonnault for an honest conversation about the challenges athletes face both on and off the ice. Marlene shares her personal journey, the importance of prioritizing mental health, and the lessons she’s learned through adversity, resilience, and personal growth.--Let’s Talk: Sophie’s Squad is a podcast dedicated to open conversations about mental health, resilience, and the experiences that shape us. Through discussions with athletes, experts, advocates, and everyday people, we aim to break the stigma surrounding mental health and remind others that they are never alone.Our goal is simple: share real stories, practical insights, and meaningful conversations that encourage connection, hope, and understanding.No judgment. No stigma. Just honest conversations and a community that supports each other.If you enjoyed this episode, be sure to like, subscribe, and share it with someone who may need to hear it.Learn more and help support Sophie’s Squad: https://sophiessquad.org/donateJoin The Movement - Join 10K Strong at: https://sophiessquad.org/10K/