Speak Your Mind

In this captivating episode of the Speak Your Mind podcast, we delve into the fascinating world of esteemed writer and radio host, Josie Balka.

Josie emphasizes the power of authentic expression in fostering meaningful connections and sparking the conversations that really matter. As we navigate through the evolving landscape of digital media, her wisdom serves as a guiding light for aspiring creators and influencers alike.

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Tyler Turner, paraplegic gold medalist and fellow contestant on The Amazing Race Canada, opens up about the incident that changed the course of his life.

He takes us through the highs and lows of his recovery, shedding light on the crucial role his support systems played in helping him navigate the difficult terrain of rehabilitation. Tyler discusses the emotional and mental battles he faced during his journey, offering valuable i...

Join us as we dive into an exclusive conversation with the Champions of The Amazing Race Canada, Tyler Smith and Kat Kasner! Team TyKat takes us behind the scenes of their incredible journey – sharing the highs, lows, and lessons learned that led them to victory.

What did it truly take to conquer The Amazing Race Canada? How has this victory shaped their futures and strengthened their relationship? Find out now in this extra ...

Join us as we delve into the world of hockey and mental health with a very special guest, Canadian sportscaster Ken Daniels.

While Ken is widely recognized for his captivating commentary and decades of experience in sports broadcasting as the voice of the Red Wings for the last 25 seasons among many other feats, Ken's story as it relates to mental health extends beyond the ice.

After the tragic passing of their son Jamie, Ken...

We had the pleasure of sitting down with podcast host and author of "As You Are: Meditations on Self & Other" Rainier Wylde, to gain deeper insight into the human experience from a uniquely blended lens of psychology and spirituality.

His extensive knowledge, curiosity, and passion for teaching have helped thousands live more courageous and joyful lives, connecting with themselves and those around them in a more rich ...

Andrew Ladd has accomplished many feats throughout his exceptional hockey career. From being a part of the iconic 2005 Canadian World Juniors team to winning two Stanley Cups and logging over 1,000 games in the NHL. Ladd has gotten to live out the dream of youth players all over the world — but fulfilling those dreams did not come without adversity. With all he has learned about the game and life, Andrew and the Ladd Foundation hav...

Dr. Alicia Naser has had extensive experience working with athletes, teams, coaches and more. As an International Behavior Analyst, Board Certified Behavior Analyst, consultant, educator, and coach — her scientific view and understanding of how our minds work and the subsequent actions that follow offer a special insight we haven't had yet.

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Lifelong athlete Taylor Staden has taken his love of sports and passion for helping others to create Upper Mentality Inc. Upper Mentality is a mental performance coaching service that provides athletes of all levels and ages the mental skills to perform at their best. With a Master of Science, Sport and Exercise Psychology Degree, Taylor's knowledge and experiences offer valuable insight into the mental space of athletics.

Broadcasting for TSN's SportsDesk for over 5,000 episodes and hosting the iconic sports program Off The Record for 18 years, Michael Landsberg is no stranger to the world of sports. But those successes didn't come without difficulty. Michael has been outspoken about his journey with mental health throughout his career, and his passion for generating awareness on the topic has lead him to create the forum SickNotWeak.com, as...

Life for athletes and musicians may seem to be wildly different, but Max Kerman, lead singer of the Canadian rock band Arkells, shares how much of what he's learned about himself and mental health throughout his 17+ years in the music industry can be relatable for just about anyone. In this episode, Tyler & Riley talk with Max about his outlook on mental health, creative process for making music, life on the road, and more!

No need for a guest this week as Riley and Tyler dive into their own conversation about anything and everything in this all new episode. From mental health practices to music and pop culture, the guys cover all the bases in this one. Listen now!

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Ron Maclean has been an icon in the Canadian Sports world for decades. From years of Hockey Night in Canada to traveling around the nation for Hometown Hockey - Ron has seen and done it all. But along the way, Ron was always learning. Learning about the best ways to connect, the most unique ways to use his military upbringing and how to make sure his mental health was still being taken care of even through the bright lights and mil...

After 10 years playing at the professional level both in the United States and Abroad, Jeff LoVecchio has channeled his passion for the game into training the next generation of athletes - providing players with tools for success on and off the ice.

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Sam Gagner is a 15-year NHL veteran with over 1,000 games played and former teammate of Riley's with the Edmonton Oilers. Sam currently plays for the Winnipeg Jets as he talks about how his perspective on mental health has changed over the years and how he communicates with his NHL teammates.

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Bryan Rust has played 7 years in the NHL for the Pittsburgh Penguins with two Stanley Cups to his name. He rekindles with his Notre Dame teammate Riley Sheahan for a great conversation around mental health in pro sports. Lots of great lessons that even the non-hockey fan will enjoy!

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Chris Driedger is a star NHL goaltender for the Seatle Kraken, but is currently nursing a torn ACL injury and likely out for the 2023 season. Riley was his teammate in Seattle and seat buddy on plane rides! He has a unique perspective on hockey and life, and everyone will love this episode! This is also the first podcast recording with Riley since his move to Sweden.

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Rob founded First Session in 2019 with the desire to help people find the right therapist to work with. Since then, he's helped nearly 3000 Canadians find and connect with the therapist of their choice. The crew chats about his journey with mental health and founding the company.

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Co-host Riley Sheahan recently decided to leave his NHL career behind after 10 years and is headed to Switzerland to continue to play pro hockey. This conversation took place live at the Rink of Dreams in Toronto as Riley was on his way out of North America. A lot when into this decision and Riley speaks to the change, reflects on his years in the NHL and the exciting experiences ahead!

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Eric Kussin had a successful career in the NBA League Office, and senior management positions with teams in the NHL. Eric’s mental health took a sudden and rapid decline as he had unresolved personal life traumas he failed to appropriately address at a younger age. Eric talks about his journey with mental health, which has led to him starting a new company called 'Same Here Global'. "Mental health lives on a continuum and we are AL...