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Welcome back to Warriors Unmasked! We have a special episode for you today, Clint and I sit down and talk about our journey with the podcast so far, our incredible guests, and the hope we have for the future.
Warriors Unmasked was started with the idea that no one should feel like they are alone, that if you just take that step and reach out, help will be waiting on the other side. The stories from our guests have ranged from a diverse group of people and it has truly been an honor to hear about their journeys. From professional athletes, to mothers and fathers, teenagers, and veterans, each and every one of them has a story, just like us, and just like you.
Join us as we talk about the impact these stories have had on us, and how thankful we are to have heard them. Their stories have given us the courage to persevere no matter what comes our way. Our hope is that these stories have done the same for you, and given you the encouragement you might need to continue on your journey of mental health. If you've been listening to us since the beginning, we offer a thank you from the bottom of our hearts.
If you haven't heard all of our conversations we encourage you to go back and listen in because you may just find that someone's story is similar to yours.
To connect with us and for more resources check out the links below. We would love to talk and hear your story of courage, perseverance, and mental health!
Always in your corner,
Chuck and Clint
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Welcome back to Warriors Unmasked! You've heard the old saying "not all heroes wear capes," right? If you haven't you'll get to hear exactly how true that saying actually is. In this episode, we sit down with the living legend himself, Larry Landon!
Throughout history books, there are stories scattered throughout about people helping out the little guy. Men and women rise up and take it on themselves to stick up for people being taken advantage of or not given a fair shot at the resources they need. In the world of professional sports and hockey, you may not consider athletes as a group of people being underserved but when you take a closer look at the average medical bills, housing costs, travel expenses, and other things the players are responsibly for you can start to easily see how you can go broke chasing your dreams. Not to mention after you hand up your skates for the last time the mental and physical tole of hockey can start to reveal itself even more.
Issues like this will soon be a thing of the past if our guest today has anything to say about it. Larry Landon former collegiate hockey player and team captain at RPI draft pick of the Montreal Canadians, a former NHL player with the Montreal Canadians and the Toronto Maple Leafs, and the current executive director of the Professional Hockey Players Association.
Hear all about Larry's storied Hockey career, being in the Olympics playing alongside the greatest names in the sport, how he found the courage to serve 1,797 players, and everything in between.
We know this episode will leave you motivated and inspired to give back and start making a difference in the lives of those around you.
Always In Your Corner,
Chuck and Clint
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Recently signed a 5-year contract extension which will see him continue to serve as Executive Director of the PHPA through the 2024-25 season.
The 2020-121 season will mark Landon's 39th year of involvement with the PHPA. A native of Niagara Falls, Ontario, Landon was drafted by the Montreal Canadiens while on a hockey scholarship at Renssalaer Polytechnic Institute (RPI) where he was captain in both his Junior and Senior years. While Landon turned pro at the end of the 1980-81 season, it was during his first full season in the American Hockey League with the Nova Scotia Voyageurs in 1981-82, when he was elected by his teammates to serve as the team's PHPA Player Representative. Since then, Landon has been committed to the players, as he continued to serve as a Player Representative and subsequently as a member of the PHPA Executive Committee while with the Sherbrooke Canadiens and St. Catharines Saints. While playing in the National Hockey League for Montreal and Toronto, Landon continued to assist players at the AHL level. Upon his retirement as an active player in 1985, he was hired by the PHPA as a part time staff member, and later promoted to Deputy Executive Director in 1991. In 1993, Landon was formally elected as Executive Director.
Since that time, Landon has directed the restructuring of the Association, having created an internal Benefits Department, Licensing and Marketing programs, a Career Enhancement Program ("Life After Hockey"), three (3) Health and Welfare Trusts, two (2) Severance Trusts, an AHL 401(k) plan, the digitization of all player files, and oversaw the purchase and renovation of a state-of-the-art office building in Niagara Falls, Ontario which is now the home of the PHPA.
His knowledge of hockey has been demonstrated through his involvement as lead negotiator in the successful completion of 22 Collective Bargaining Agreements resulting in marked improvement for players' economic status, playing conditions, health benefits, and rights. Under Landon's direction, the Association has grown in Membership from approximately 600 to 1600 Members, having directed the labor certification of the International Hockey League (IHL) in 1986, East Coast Hockey League (ECHL) in 1995, and Central Hockey League in 2008, joining them with the American Hockey League whose players have been represented by the PHPA since 1968.
Welcome back to Warriors Unmasked! Oh boy, are you in for a treat today, we have a powerful episode for you.We sit down with country music singer/songwriter and mental health advocate Jason Deshaw. From growing up in a small town in Montana to becoming a renowned country singer and battling alcoholism and bipolar disorder. Jason offers songs of hope and inspiration to anyone fighting their own battle of mental illness. You'll hear about the events that lead up to Jason's diagnosis of bipolar disorder and the effects it had on his career and personal life. How he changed his perspective to hope and inspiration and how through his music he aims to leave that same impact across the world. Listen in as we discuss the keys to maintaining your mental health, and how Jason stays grounded with meditation, sobriety, and connecting with nature. We firmly believe that one of the best things you can do is to take a step back and allow yourself to be. So often are our problems put aside because they have no physical form. But Jason is working towards a world where mental illness is treated not with fear but understanding and knowledge. You'll hear all this and more when you hit play!
Always In Your Corner,
Chuck and Clint
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DISCLAIMER: During this story, Daniel shares facts and descriptions of personal events involving illegal drug use. Warriors Unmasked or any affiliated partners do not condone any sort of illegal drug use, creation or selling. If this episode is triggering in any way please check out past episodes and come back when you are ready!
Welcome back to Warriors Unmasked! Today's story is one of humbling honesty and inspiring perseverance.
We have the honor of talking with recovering addict, occupational health and safety professional, and creator of Hard Knox Talks, Daniel Hearn. In today's episode you'll hear Daniel's story of his substance abuse starting at the young age of thirteen, how it morphed into hard drug abuse, and the moment Daniel rededicated his life to help others through their own struggle.
Listen in as we discuss the escape drugs provided for Daniel and how that slippery slope caused him to move from a functioning addict to losing everything that was dear to him. Listen in as Daniel talks about the moment he stopped abusing substances for good, how he was able to regain custody of his son, and his new mission of carrying a message of experience, strength, and hope to those who need support to start their own recovery journey.
This episode is filled with empowering hope, and if you feel that you need even just a little bit of that, we encourage you to hit play and experience this amazing journey of recovery.
And remember you are not alone, and you can do this.
To learn more about Daniel and Hard Knox Talks, check out the links below!
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Chuck and Clint
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What happens when your dream life falls apart? This is the crucial question we tackle in today's episode, and you may find that the biggest thing holding you back may not be your situation, it's your perspective.
Welcome back to Warriors Unmasked! In this week's episode, we talk with Australian-born thought leader, and client experience consultant, Tanya Pluckrose. Tanya speaks about her journey of coming to the U.S., marrying the man of her dreams, and how she went from happily married to starting over at rock bottom. You'll hear how Tanya reevaluated her life and made the commitment to change it for the better no matter what.
Listen in as we talk about how Tanya found the courage to walk away, the biggest threat to your future, and how sometimes the best thing to do is to let it go. You'll learn about the power of thoughts and how they shape how we view the world around us. Tanya talks about her "aha!" moment where she realized that her current situation was a product of her past and present thoughts and how she was able to turn that around and create a life that was truly designed for her. There's greatness within all of us, and if we take the time to stop and listen, it will show us which way to go.
Hit play and enjoy this fantastic episode filled with hope, courage, and maybe even a new perspective on life.
To connect with Tanya or for more resources, check out the links below!
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Chuck and Clint
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"Forgiveness does not change the past, but it does enlarge the future." – Paul Boese
Trigger Warning: This shares minor graphic details of violent traumatic events. If this is overwhelming or hits a little too close to home for you, we encourage you to check out another episode and come back when you're ready!
Welcome back to Warriors Unmasked! If you've been listening since the beginning then today's guest may be familiar. Tyler Pelke is the Deputy Chief of Operations, Training & Logistics with Red Deer Emergency Services in Alberta, Canada. In this week's episode, we talk about forgiveness and how Tyler's journey with forgiveness brought him face to face with the man who tried to kill him. He talks about the importance of forgiveness, and how crucial it is, not for the offender but for you to forgive and live a life free from your past.
Listen in as we walk through Tyler's process of forgiveness and how he stepped into a life that was fearless, compassionate, and happy. You'll learn about that fateful day in Canada, dealing with survivor's guilt, and Tyler's "aha" moment on knowing that forgiveness was the best route for him to heal. We discuss the struggle people have with injustice and how it can hinder us from making real headway in forgiving those who have wronged us. As well as understanding that forgiveness does not care about the size of the offense, the importance of support, and how you can stay out of the "why" and take action towards a better life.
We are so honored to hear and learn from someone like Tyler and know you will find so much value in this conversation.
PS: To hear more of Tyler's story, go back to episode 3 wherever you are listening and dive in!
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Welcome back to Warriors Unmasked! Have you ever had a dream that almost seemed impossible? Or maybe you feel as you missed your one shot? Maybe these are true...or maybe the story isn't over yet.
When you hit play, you'll join us as we have an open conversation with Anthony (Tony) Kelsey. Anthony is a retired army veteran, defense foreign language institute graduate, Target operations manager, husband, and father of two. We dive into Anthony's journey from collegiate hockey to the rigorous training of army Major and how he managed to persevere through the challenges and disappointments of life. You'll gain new tools to help you overcome the challenges of your life and push you towards your goals no matter what.
Listen in as Anthony talks about his time in college, the mistakes that cost him his dream, and how a new passion formed when he joined the army. You'll learn how Anthony dealt with the pressure of leading, how he survived the most difficult time in his life, and what it took for him to rise through the ranks and make his dream a reality. Anthony has some crucial advice on how to persevere and take the good with the bad so that you can stay strong and cross that finish line.
Scouts honor! This show will leave you with new levels of empowerment and determination. Sit back and join us in this fantastic conversation with Anthony Kelsey.
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Welcome back to Worries Unmasked! Wow, are you in for a power-packed episode today.
As soon as you hit play, we want to introduce you to a woman whose journey is unfortunately all too common in the world today...a story of how childhood sexual abuse led to a young life of self-medication, addiction, lies, and isolation.
However, the story doesn't end there.
In this episode, get to know our guest Nicole DePalma-Carson! Nicole is a recovering addict, sexual assault survivor, wife, and mother of two boys, and community recovery specialist at Dream Life Recovery.
Hear Nicole's incredible journey of going from a blur of drugs and drinking anything to numb the pain, to a life of service, gratitude and helping others get free. This episode will leave you with goosebumps from head to toe and the hope you need to get through any dark day on your journey.
If you know someone who has a similar journey to Nicole or anyone who needs to hear this story, please share this episode with them and be sure to check out the links below!
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Chuck and Clint
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Welcome back! If you've been listening, you know mental health is a pillar of what we here at Warriors Unmasked believe is crucial. But, to this day, there is still a negative stigma around mental illness, leading many people who struggle to feel isolated.
So how can we, as friends and family help?
Our guest today is President of Three Wire Systems and mental health professional Jennifer Christman. Jennifer is working to improve access to reintegration services in wellness, behavioral health, navigational advocacy, financial and career transition coaching. Having served in the military, Jennifer has witnessed the stressors and hardships of not only being a veteran but also everyday life.
Listen in as we discuss the stigma of mental illness and how Jennifer is working to eliminate barriers for those who would not have access to mental healthcare otherwise. She talks about the importance of dropping the stigma within your own life and even how you can best support those who are struggling. You'll learn the best tips and tricks to keep your own mental health steady and how making your health, a priority will only strengthen those around you as well.
This episode is such a great reminder of how important our connection with each other is and how if you just reach out and ask, there is always help for you.
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Sometimes the best action is to take a step back and realign. Can you relate?
Welcome back to Warriors Unmasked! Today's guest is a former principal, former athletic director, founder of Mindset Sports, and proud father of three Brad Dempsey. Brad has a passion for coaching athletes of all ages and establishing a healthy balance in their Mind, Body & Spirit by empowering them to become the best version of themselves through their sport. You'll hear about Brad's personal journey with mental illness after surviving a horrific car crash leaving him a significant brain injury in 1995.
Listen in as Brad openly shares about his struggle with depression and anxiety as a teenager and how he came to the realization that good health was more internal than he thought. We have an honest discussion about the trouble of mental pain as a teenager and only being treated for physical injuries. You'll hear the moment Brad connected the importance of mental and physical health, escaping overmedication, and why he never thinks of his failures as holding him back. Brad talks about what he does now to combat mental illness and how faith in God has given him the confidence to keep moving forward.
We hope this episode gives you hope and understanding for the different kinds of trauma and the healing that can happen when you are brave enough to reach out and take a hand.
For more resources or to Connect with Brad, check out the links below!
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Chuck and Clint
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