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Ever wonder how sports can shape a person's life and career?   That's exactly what we chatted about with our guest, Al Kinisky, the Seattle Kraken color analyst, on iHeart Media's 93.3FM and KJR950AM (alongside Everett Fitzhugh).  This episode would never have happened without the gracious introduction made by Craig Baughn.  I learned about Al when he joined Nick Olczyk on his podcast, Signals from The Deep.

From his hockey career to his fatherhood journey, Al takes us through his life, filled with challenges, transitions, and triumphs. He even opens up about his family, drawing vivid portraits of his close-knit tribe and offering valuable insights into the importance of hard work, humility, and resilience. 

This episode is more than just a player-to-commentator story. It's about resilience, teamwork, and navigating career transitions.  Throughout our conversation, you will hear how Al has drawn parallels between sports and the corporate world, highlighting how the principles of teamwork learned on the ice can be applied.   As we chat about his experiences, we also touch upon the challenges of being a dad and ways to always be present, given our kids are always watching.  

In the latter half of our episode, we dive into the complexities of parenting and the power of visualization. We cover everything from teaching masculinity to our boys, being mindful of our actions and words, and learning to balance work with quality time.  We wrap up the episode with a lighthearted chat about vacation destinations, the qualities of a great spouse, and some fun hockey stories. So tune in and prepare to be inspired, informed, and entertained.

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