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Join us for an inspiring episode as I, your host Jodie Stevens, sit down with Stanley Cup Champion Brent Sopel to delve into our shared experiences with dyslexia and addiction recovery. Diagnosed with dyslexia only after his daughter's diagnosis, Brent reflects on his undiagnosed struggles during his youth, the coping mechanisms he developed, and how these challenges intertwined with his battle against addiction. We explore how dyslexia shaped his exceptional "hockey brain," offering him a distinctive edge on the ice. Brent also shares his mission through the Brent Sopel Foundation, aiming to support and empower individuals with learning disabilities. This conversation sheds light on the profound connection between learning disabilities and mental health, emphasizing resilience, self-acceptance, and the transformative power of advocacy.   

Send us a textFormer NHL player Brent Sopel joins us to share his incredible journey from the ice rink to becoming a passionate advocate for those with learning disabilities. Brent, who played over 700 NHL games, reveals how his and his daughter's diagnoses of dyslexia led him to establish the Brent Sopel Foundation, aiming to support youth facing similar challenges. Through heartfelt anecdotes, Brent discusses how ADHD, dyslexia, dysgraphia, and dyscalculia affected both their lives, stressing the importance of early diagnosis and individualized learning approaches.With raw honesty, Brent opens up about the emotional highs and lows of his career, including winning the Stanley Cup with the Chicago Blackhawks in 2010, and the profound sense of isolation he felt despite his success. He shares his struggles with addiction, the intervention by his family, and the ongoing journey toward sobriety and self-acceptance. This episode dives deep into the mental health challenges athletes face, the impact of different coaching styles, and the universal theme of inner struggles masked by outward success. Brent's story is a powerful reminder of the importance of self-reflection and human connection in overcoming life's hurdles.Finally, we explore Brent's experiences with the NHL's salary cap era, the friendships and challenges of playing in Russia, and the financial sacrifices players make for the betterment of the game. We also touch on the stark contrast between past and present athlete lifestyles, the scrutiny they face, and the resilience required to transition to life after retirement. This candid conversation is not just about the glitz and glamour of professional sports but about finding purpose, understanding oneself, and advocating for mental health and learning disabilities. Tune in to be inspired by Brent Sopel's journey of adversity, resilience, and unwavering commitment to making a positive impact.Powered by Perfect Sports Supplements use "AP20" to save 20%!--Want to see more of the AP? Subscribe to the AP YouTube channel.--Check out Brent Sopel's stuff:InstagramWebsite--Check out Dave's stuff:InstagramTwitterLinkedIn--Try Can-I-Wellness Sleep Product--Get 20% off Caldera Lab Men's Skincare Products--Get your Vivobarefoot Shoes 20% off by using the code: ATHLETESPOD20 Check out our Website | Twitter | LinkedIn | Instagram | Tiktok | Spotify | Apple | Google | Youtube

Chris and Tim have a chat with Brent Sopel about the state of hockey today, his struggles with dyslexia, and his time in Russia!   Timestamps: 0:00 - Intro 1:00 - Brent Sopel Foundation 8:59 - First Training Camp 15:18 - Getting Sober 17:58 - Time in Chicago 22:42 - Brian Burke 26:17 - Changing of Hockey 30:25 - Time in Montreal 32:38 - Time in Russia 41:31 - Picking up Crackers 42:46 - Growing up in Alberta 44:43 - Toughest Players 48:05 - Advice to Younger Self 55:14 - Tough Times 1:00:10 - Youth Coaches  

In today's episode, we talk with former NHL player Brent Sopel about his mission behind  creating the YouTube documentary, Here To Change The World, his battle with dyslexia and  why he advocates for non pharmacological approaches to healing.Brent Sopel is a former professional hockey player who played in the National Hockey League from 1996 to 2011, winning the Stanley Cup Championship with the Chicago Blackhawks in 2010. Brent's daughter was diagnosed with dyslexia in 2015 and soon after, Brent discovered that he too had dyslexia.Brent's struggles with dyslexia inspired him to launch the Brent Sopel Foundation, an organization committed to broaden dyslexia awareness and provide financial and educational support to those with dyslexia and their families.In the Adjusted Reality podcast, well-known athletes, celebrities, actors, chiropractors, influencers in the wellness industry, and other podcasters will talk with host Dr. Sherry McAllister, president, F4CP, about their experiences with health and wellness. As a special gift for listening today visit f4cp.org/health to get a copy of our mind, body, spirit eBook which focuses on many ways to optimize your health and the ones you love without the use of drugs or surgery. Follow Adjusted Reality on Instagram.Find A Doctor of Chiropractic Near You.

On Episode 17 of Crunch Chronicles Lukas Favale is joined by Brent Sopel. Sopel began his pro career with the Crunch and played three full seasons in Syracuse during the Vancouver Canucks affiliation. Sopel totaled three regular season games for the Crunch during the 1995-96 and 1996-97 seasons before beginning his pro career in earnest as a rookie during the 1997-98 campaign. The defenseman piled up 43 points in 76 games for the Crunch before adding on seven points in five playoff games. He followed that with 31 points in 53 games in 1998-99, while also making his NHL debut with the Canucks that season. He ended his tenure with the Crunch in 1999-00, producing another 31 points in 50 games to help the Crunch return to the playoffs. Sopel ended his Crunch career having played in 182 games, recording 105 points (26g, 79a). He is one of five Crunch defensemen to reach 100 points in a Crunch sweater.  Sopel went on to play 658 NHL games for Vancouver, the New York Islanders, Los Angeles, Chicago, Atlanta and Montreal. He won the Stanley Cup with the Blackhawks in 2010. Sopel spent three seasons in the KHL before returning to North American for one season with the Chicago Wolves in 2014-15.   Sopel, who was diagnosed with dyslexia as an adult, founded the Brent Sopel Foundation, which is dedicated to providing financial and educational assistance to help students with dyslexia fulfill their potential through early detection and intervention. More information is available at www.brentsopelfoundation.org/.  On the show, Sopel discusses his time with the Crunch, his work away from hockey and much more.

Unaware of clinically having Dyslexia, former professional hockey player Brent Sopel discovered his disability at age 32. In this inspiring episode, Brent shares what the real struggles looked like, contrary to what many people understand them and why it's essential to talk about this handicap to help young people who are undiagnosed and misunderstood.   Join me in this episode of Someone Gets Me —Neurodiversity in Everyday Life with Brent Sopel ▶️ Key points covered in this episode:    ✔️ Many adults that are gifted and neurodiverse don't find out about their own situation until their children get diagnosed.  Such is the case with Brent Sopel. He profoundly understands the struggles of people living with dyslexia who have to deal with reduced career opportunities, social isolation, and lower satisfaction in all areas of life.    ✔️ Hockey saved Brent in many ways. It didn't only serve as a job but also as a self-esteem booster. As a visual and physical sport, hockey fits into Brent's natural abilities without all the reading and writing struggle experienced in school all day long.    ✔️ Have an extra empathy chip.  Many people with dyslexia continue to suffer from a lack of understanding and support. People need to understand the disability and be more aware as suicides have tripled in the last ten years, with an intense 90% of suicide notes left by a person with dyslexia.    ✔️ Early diagnosis of Dyslexia and the early understanding of what turns it into a gift. Dyslexia is positively correlated with intelligence; even though there's a misnomer, people might feel bad about themselves.    ✔️ By starting the Brent Sopel Foundation, his mission is to provide financial and educational support and early detection and intervention that people with dyslexia deserve.   ✔️ Don't ever ask, "Why me?" Whatever that pain is, it's gotten you here today. Brent has this to say to everyone going through dyslexia. "You're not alone. No matter what you are going through, your battles -- know that we all go through things. But we can go through it together." ___________________________________________________________________________________   How to Connect with Dianne A. Allen You have a vision inside to create something bigger than you. What you need is a community and a mentor. The 6-month Visionary Leader Program will move you forward. You will grow, transform and connect. https://msdianneallen.com/   Join our Facebook Group Someone Gets Me Follow Dianne's Facebook Page: Dianne A. Allen Email contact: dianne@visionsapplied.com Dianne's Mentoring Services: msdianneallen.com Website: www.visionsapplied.com   Be sure to take a second and subscribe to the show and share it with anyone you think will benefit. Until next time, remember the world needs your special gift, so let your light shine!  

We're all a little "Crazy" is brought to you by the #SameHere Global Mental Health Movement & The Hockey Podcast Network.  Episode 18 : Featuring Brent Sopel Brent Sopel is a retired National Hockey League (NHL) player, who won a Stanley Cup with the Chicago Blackhawks in 2021. After his daughter was diagnosed with dyslexia, Sopel was also diagnosed with the learning disability after the symptoms sounded similar to his struggles. This inspired him to create the Brent Sopel Foundation to help promote and raise funds for youth with dyslexia. Sopel is also a mental health advocate. Lately, he is speaking out and encouraging his former teammates to comment on the Chicago Blackhawks Sexual Abuse Case currently under investigation, which allegedly took place while he was with the Blackhawks in 2010. Hosts: Darren Rovell: Sports business insider Theo Fleury: NHL great, mental health advocate & member of the #SameHere Alliance Eric Kussin: 20-year professional sports executive, mental health advocate, and founder of the #SameHere global mental health movement We're all a little "Crazy" is available on ALL Podcast Apps! Do us a favor and download each episode before you listen, and if you are an Apple user, please rate & review the podcast as it helps us get these important conversations out to reach a larger audience. “This topic isn't for 1 in 5 of us with mental illness, it's for 5 in 5 whose mental health has been impacted".- Theo Fleury We're All A Little “Crazy” is a 501c3 founded by 15-year professional sports executive, Eric Kussin, bringing together Athletes, Celebrities, and Expert Practitioners. A big fan of marketing, psychology, and sport, Eric combined all three and began reaching out to his contacts to discuss how they could attack the mental health epidemic strategically and differently than had ever been done before. He had to bring purpose to his own experience and believed he must have gone through that horrific period for a reason. With suicides at a 30-year high, and drug/opioid abuse out of control, he knows something major must change with the messaging if we're to reverse these negative trends. He was overwhelmed by the positive responses he received from athletes, celebrities, and practitioners all over the globe, wanting to join in, all of whom bought into his vision of bringing a louder voice to this cause through a Global Alliance under a singular, bold but inclusive brand message: #SameHere (mental health lives on a continuum and we are ALL impacted…we ALL have a story). The charter Celebrity Alliance launched with a formal rally with over 300 supporters in attendance on November 14th, 2017, in New York City. There, The Alliance introduced their “#SameHere” Movement, uniting the world through one ASL sign language hand gesture (you see depicted in their logos and profile pictures) that communicates – no matter where we live, or what our background or our accolades, we all go through life's inevitable challenges, and we should have a society where it is openly acceptable to talk about those challenges, thus: “#SameHere!” Video. Find out more about the origin story that led to The Alliance's usage of #SameHere.

We're all a little "Crazy" is brought to you by the #SameHere Global Mental Health Movement & The Hockey Podcast Network.  Episode 18 : Featuring Brent Sopel Brent Sopel is a retired National Hockey League (NHL) player, who won a Stanley Cup with the Chicago Blackhawks in 2021. After his daughter was diagnosed with dyslexia, Sopel was also diagnosed with the learning disability after the symptoms sounded similar to his struggles. This inspired him to create the Brent Sopel Foundation to help promote and raise funds for youth with dyslexia. Sopel is also a mental health advocate. Lately, he is speaking out and encouraging his former teammates to comment on the Chicago Blackhawks Sexual Abuse Case currently under investigation, which allegedly took place while he was with the Blackhawks in 2010. Hosts: Darren Rovell: Sports business insider Theo Fleury: NHL great, mental health advocate & member of the #SameHere Alliance Eric Kussin: 20-year professional sports executive, mental health advocate, and founder of the #SameHere global mental health movement We're all a little "Crazy" is available on ALL Podcast Apps! Do us a favor and download each episode before you listen, and if you are an Apple user, please rate & review the podcast as it helps us get these important conversations out to reach a larger audience. “This topic isn't for 1 in 5 of us with mental illness, it's for 5 in 5 whose mental health has been impacted".- Theo Fleury We're All A Little “Crazy” is a 501c3 founded by 15-year professional sports executive, Eric Kussin, bringing together Athletes, Celebrities, and Expert Practitioners. A big fan of marketing, psychology, and sport, Eric combined all three and began reaching out to his contacts to discuss how they could attack the mental health epidemic strategically and differently than had ever been done before. He had to bring purpose to his own experience and believed he must have gone through that horrific period for a reason. With suicides at a 30-year high, and drug/opioid abuse out of control, he knows something major must change with the messaging if we're to reverse these negative trends. He was overwhelmed by the positive responses he received from athletes, celebrities, and practitioners all over the globe, wanting to join in, all of whom bought into his vision of bringing a louder voice to this cause through a Global Alliance under a singular, bold but inclusive brand message: #SameHere (mental health lives on a continuum and we are ALL impacted…we ALL have a story). The charter Celebrity Alliance launched with a formal rally with over 300 supporters in attendance on November 14th, 2017, in New York City. There, The Alliance introduced their “#SameHere” Movement, uniting the world through one ASL sign language hand gesture (you see depicted in their logos and profile pictures) that communicates – no matter where we live, or what our background or our accolades, we all go through life's inevitable challenges, and we should have a society where it is openly acceptable to talk about those challenges, thus: “#SameHere!” Video. Find out more about the origin story that led to The Alliance's usage of #SameHere. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode of the 'Hey, where'd you go?' podcast, the former 12-year NHL defenseman talks about struggling in school, not being diagnosed with dyslexia until his early 30s, finding salvation on the ice, his purpose after hockey, and so much more. Today, Brent Sopel —  through the Brent Sopel Foundation —  is helping people with dyslexia fulfill their potential through early detection and intervention. He's also the President of Horizon Energy Consultants, helping former hockey players enter the real world. 

Sean sits down 1on1 with Brent Sopel and the two discuss Brent's career as well as his struggles with dyslexia. They also discuss Brent's involvement and creation of the Brent Sopel Foundation.

Many ex-athletes choose to live off a reputation of what they did as an athlete in their sport. Not Brent Sopel. You'll hear very quickly that his legacy is to be remembered as someone who changed the world. And he's not doing this because he played 1000+ professional hockey games over 18 years or because he won a Stanley Cup in 2010 with the Chicago Black Hawks... He is determined to leave his mark by creating awareness around dyslexia and mental health. Since retiring he has created the Brent Sopel Foundation which is dedicated to providing financial and educational assistance to help students with dyslexia fulfill their potential through early detection and intervention. In 2015 his daughter was diagnosed with dyslexia. Soon after Brent discovered that he too had it. That realization had come full circle and helped answer the reason why he had struggled in school as a youth but was given different labels at that time. His vision now is to change the world and after spending an hour with Brent, I believe he can do it! --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/mindsetbodybank/message

This episode is another collaboration with the non profit Brent Sopel Foundation, part of the “You Are Not Alone Series.” Brent’s a retired professional hockey player. As a defenseman, he played professional hockey in the NHL, KHL, and AHL. In 2010, he won the Stanley Cup with the Chicago Blackhawks. Brent Sopel is dyslexic and founder of the Brent Sopel Foundation. Though known for playing professional hockey, Brent would like his legacy to be that he did everything within his power to assist dyslexic children everywhere.   In this episode, we talk with the engaging Kenny Johnson, a fantastic character actor who you can currently see as Officer Dominique Luca on S.W.A.T. He’s also been on the Shield, Sons of Anarchy, Bates Motel and tons of other shows and films. He’s a fascinating guy, and the chat covers everything from dyslexia to his adventures on the pro arm wrestling circuit (seriously).  This episode is edited from the original interview. To see this interview in its entirety, visit the Brent Sopel Foundation page on Facebook, or at brentsopelfoundation.org.

This episode is another collaboration with the non profit Brent Sopel Foundation, part of the “You Are Not Alone Series.” Brent’s a retired professional hockey player. As a defenseman, he played professional hockey in the NHL, KHL, and AHL. In 2010, he won the Stanley Cup with the Chicago Blackhawks. Brent Sopel is dyslexic and founder of the Brent Sopel Foundation. Though known for playing professional hockey, Brent would like his legacy to be that he did everything within his power to assist dyslexic children everywhere.   In this episode, we talk with the engaging Kenny Johnson, a fantastic character actor who you can currently see as Officer Dominique Luca on S.W.A.T. He’s also been on the Shield, Sons of Anarchy, Bates Motel and tons of other shows and films. He’s a fascinating guy, and the chat covers everything from dyslexia to his adventures on the pro arm wrestling circuit (seriously).  This episode is edited from the original interview. To see this interview in its entirety, visit the Brent Sopel Foundation page on Facebook, or at brentsopelfoundation.org.

This episode is another collaboration with the Brent Sopel Foundation series, "You Are Not Alone." To see the full interview, please visit the Brent Sopel Foundation website or Facebook page. Our guest this week is, quite simply, the best diver in the history of the sport; he’s won four gold medals and one silver medal in the Olympic games... and he has plenty of medals and honors beyond that. In his personal life, he came out as HIV positive in the late 80s and has done lots of substantive work as a gay rights and HIV awareness advocate. He’s written books. He’s been the subject of his own 30 for 30 short on ESPN, “Thicker Than Water.”  He’s appeared in TV shows like Portlandia and Entourage. He’s a legend, icon and inspiration. Our guest this week: Greg Louganis.

This episode is another collaboration with the Brent Sopel Foundation series, "You Are Not Alone." To see the full interview, please visit the Brent Sopel Foundation website or Facebook page. Our guest this week is, quite simply, the best diver in the history of the sport; he’s won four gold medals and one silver medal in the Olympic games... and he has plenty of medals and honors beyond that. In his personal life, he came out as HIV positive in the late 80s and has done lots of substantive work as a gay rights and HIV awareness advocate. He’s written books. He’s been the subject of his own 30 for 30 short on ESPN, “Thicker Than Water.”  He’s appeared in TV shows like Portlandia and Entourage. He’s a legend, icon and inspiration. Our guest this week: Greg Louganis.

Joel McHale is one of the funniest actors/hosts/comics/writers/directors in entertainment. Joel joins Car Con Carne this week as part of a partnership with the Brent Sopel Foundation. Brent and I talk with Joel about hosting the 2014 White House Correspondents Dinner, “Tiger King and I,” “Community,” the comedy community and “Stargirl.”Brent joins me for the chat, and you can watch the longform interview on the Brent Sopel Foundation’s Facebook and web pages. That conversation digs deep into Joel’s experiences of living with dyslexia.

WE APPRECIATE EACH AND EVERY ONE OF YOU! If you wouldn't mind please go leave us a review on Apple Podcasts! Thanks! Welcome back to Episode 100 of On the Spot Sports and in today's episode we have a very special guest, former NHL player and Stanley Cup Champ with the 2010 Chicago Blackhawks, Brent Sopel! Brent talks about his experiences with organizations in Vancouver and Chicago! He talks about the 2010 Stanley Cup Championship as well as his career. Brent also talks about his Foundation for Dyslexia called the "Brent Sopel Foundation". We hope you enjoy this episode! HUGE THANKS TO EVERYONE WATCHING AND SUBSCRIBING TO US AND HELPING US GET TO EPISODE 100! Thank you Brent for coming on the show! We had a blast! Brent Sopel Foundation: https://brentsopelfoundation.org// Socials: @brentsopelfoundation Follow us on Instagram @on_the_spot_sports and take a listen on YouTube, Spotify and Apple/Google Podcasts @ On The Spot Sports Get $25 off our guy Jamie Phillips Nutrition book for Hockey Players with the discount code "ONTHESPOT" on victoremnutrition.com Living Sisu link: https://livingsisu.com/app/devenirmem​... *BECOME A MEMBER TODAY*

Brent Sopel is a champion both on and off the ice. He joins the show this week to discuss his hockey career, winning the Stanley Cup in 2010 with the Chicago Blackhawks, and his incredible work creating awareness for Dyslexia through the Brent Sopel Foundation.  "Here to Change the World" Brent Sopel Documentary https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YAtDAxLd-Ps&t=4s  https://brentsopelfoundation.org/ --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/athleducate/support

The Blackhawks are undergoing a rebuild they hope will lead to more Stanley Cup runs. To speak on the rebuild that led to 3 Stanley Cups, Blackhawks writer Scott King is joined by Stanley Cup champion Brent Sopel as they discuss and compare the rebuild that led to those Cup runs and the rebuild the Hawks are going through now. Sopel shares some never-before-heard stories about the 2010 run, and also discusses his continued work with The Brent Sopel Foundation to raise awareness about dyslexia.(3:55) - Sopel on being mentioned by his 2010 teammates as the unsung hero of the 2010 Stanley Cup run(8:20) - Sopel discusses signing with the Hawks and his contributions to the 2010 playoff run(14:20) - Sopel on seeing signs that the rebuild was working before the 2010 championship(20:05) - Sopel on the hardships of playing hurt for the majority of his career(23:30) - Sopel discusses his sobriety and helping others

Welcome to The Life After Hockey Podcast, hosted by former professional hockey player Brad Leeb. Conversations & Interviews with former pro hockey players about their Life After Hockey journey’s. EPISODE 3 Brent Sopel is a former professional hockey player who played in the National Hockey League (NHL) from 1996 to 2011, winning the Stanley Cup Championship with the Chicago Blackhawks in 2010. Brent’s daughter was diagnosed with dyslexia in 2015. Soon after, Brent discovered that he too had dyslexia. Brent’s struggles with dyslexia inspired him to launch the Brent Sopel Foundation, an organization committed to broaden dyslexia awareness and provide financial and educational support to those with dyslexia and their families. The Brent Sopel Foundation is dedicated to providing financial and educational assistance to help students with dyslexia fulfill their potential through early detection and intervention. BrentSopelFoundation.org Twitter: brent_sopel Instagram: brent_sopel “Since retiring from a 14-year pro hockey career I have experienced job changes, relocations, a young family, death of my Father & divorce. My journey has also included much personal growth, sobriety, attaining a life coaching certification & discovering new passions. My intention is to create a platform for players to share their journey’s, stories, charities & causes. As well as provide inspiration & motivation for others that may be navigating similar experiences.” New episodes Every Saturday on The Hockey Podcast Network! Keep Going & Enjoy Your Life! For All Podcast Updates Visit LifeAfterHockeyPodcast.com Follow @bradmleeb on Twitter Find out more at https://life-after-hockey.pinecast.co Send us your feedback online: https://pinecast.com/feedback/life-after-hockey/9a38100f-9131-4b03-aa0c-4ecad8d0c378

Welcome to The Life After Hockey Podcast, hosted by former professional hockey player Brad Leeb. Conversations & Interviews with former pro hockey players about their Life After Hockey journey’s. “Since retiring from a 14-year pro hockey career I have experienced job changes, relocations, a young family, death of my Father & divorce. My journey has also included much personal growth, sobriety, attaining a life coaching certification & discovering new passions. My intention is to create a platform for players to share their journey’s, stories, charities & causes. As well as provide inspiration & motivation for others that may be navigating similar experiences.” New episodes Every Saturday on The Hockey Podcast Network! Keep Going & Enjoy Your Life! For All Podcast Updates Visit LifeAfterHockeyPodcast.com Follow @bradmleeb on Twitter Brent Sopel is a former professional hockey player who played in the National Hockey League (NHL) from 1996 to 2011, winning the Stanley Cup Championship with the Chicago Blackhawks in 2010. Brent’s daughter was diagnosed with dyslexia in 2015. Soon after, Brent discovered that he too had dyslexia. Brent’s struggles with dyslexia inspired him to launch the Brent Sopel Foundation, an organization committed to broaden dyslexia awareness and provide financial and educational support to those with dyslexia and their families. The Brent Sopel Foundation is dedicated to providing financial and educational assistance to help students with dyslexia fulfill their potential through early detection and intervention. BrentSopelFoundation.org Twitter: brent_sopel Instagram: brent_sopel

Brent Sopel had a nearly 700 game NHL career capped off by a 2010 Stanley Cup Championship as a member of the Chicago Blackhawks. He's also had an extremely impactful career off the ice as well with the Brent Sopel Foundation which aims to help families living with Dyslexia. We talk about his time in the NHL, what the KHL is really like, and the challenges that Dyslexic people face in day to day life.

Brent stops by and tells us about the Brent Sopel Foundation, his career in the NHL. What it was like grown-up in Canada loving hockey. What it was like to win the Stanley Cup. How he created his foundation to educate and help those with Dyslexia.

Today on The Dr. Christopher Hall Show, Dr. Christopher Hall and Neil Haley will interview NHL Stanley Cup Winner Brent Sopel. Brent Sopel's National Hockey League career spanned 1997-2015. In 2010, he won the Stanley Cup in 2010 with the Chicago Blackhawks. He also played for the Vancouver Canucks, New York Islanders, Los Angeles Kings, Atlanta Thrashers, and Montreal Canadiens during his NHL career. Brent's life aspiration is to bring awareness of Dyslexia, help those who suffer from the disorder and to help make a positive change for those who need it most. He founded the Brent Sopel Foundation for Dyslexia to provide financial and educational assistance to help students with Dyslexia to fulfill their potential through early detection and intervention.

In this episode of Distance Makes the HeART Grow Fonder I chat with Stanley Cup Winner and Dyslexia Awareness Advocate Brent Sopel. Known for selflessly sacrificing his body on the ice for the greater good of the team, Former Chicago Blackhawk Stanley Cup Champion Brent Sopel is a fearless defender. Brent's personal journey in hockey has directed him towards a path of advocating for others who are struggling with similar obstacles. As a result, Brent started the Brent Sopel Foundation with the mission to champion Dyslexia and Dysgraphia Awareness. ​His documentary Here to Change the World is now available on Youtube. About my guest:  Brent Sopel is a Canadian former professional ice hockey defenceman who played the majority of his career in the National Hockey Leauge (NHL). Sopel was originally selected 144th overall at the 1995 NHL Entry Draft by the Vancouver Canucks, the organization he began his NHL career with. He has also played for the New York Islanders, Los Angeles Kings, winning the Stanley Cup in 2010 with the Chicago Blackhawks.   Check out his documentary on Youtube: 'Brent Sopel: Here to Change The World' www.brentsopelfoundation.org

This week, the guys had the honour of welcoming Brent Sopel to the show. [41:00] Brent is a Stanley Cup winner with a storied 18-year career in hockey and has done amazing things in the his current phase of life. Brent talks about his work and being an advocate for dyslexia through The Brent Sopel Foundation. He also shares some great stories from his hockey career and what having a dyslexia meant for him throughout his career and personal life. The boys also took a moment to discuss recent events that have gripped society in a profound way before getting started. They then dove into Habs news by discussing the recent layoffs by the organization, Dominick Saillant and François Marchand and addressed the Vincent Damphousse rumours. To end things, they discussed the mental battle the Habs seemed to experience this season and whether it was a sign of a deeper issue that needed to be addressed. https://www.brentsopelfoundation.org

Brent Sopel is an NHL alum and Stanley Cup champion. He is also an advocate for dyslexia awareness and the founder of The Brent Sopel Foundation. Jake and Brent chat about his hockey career, his experience winning the Stanley Cup as a member of the 2010 Chicago Blackhawks, his personal battle with dyslexia and his life's purpose of advocating for those who struggle with the learning disorder.

True North Confidence - Episode 71 - Exclusive Guest Series with Brent SopelIn Episode 71, the boys take an exclusive phone call with Brent Sopel; former pro hockey player and founder of the Brent Sopel Foundation.Brent goes in depth on the challenges he faced, battling dyslexia as a pro athlete, and how he came out on top, finishing his pro hockey career with 1000 professional hockey games and a Stanley Cup championship. Listen as Brent details his charitable work and how he aims to help students and athletes with dyslexia to reach their full potential through the Brent Sopel Foundation.FollowBrent Sopel @ brent_sopelDerek Stone @ coachdstoneIan Bateaux @ thedefensiveedge www.thedefensiveedge.cawww.spahockey.comwww.forthockeydevelopment.comwww.brentsopelfoundation.orgSupport the show (https://www.paypal.me/coachdstone)

Former Blackhawk/Stanley Cup winner Brent Sopel has wrestled with dyslexia his entire life. These days, he's throwing everything he has at helping kids with dyslexia, through the Brent Sopel Foundation. Car Con Carne was live all day at the first annual Brent Sopel Celebrity Golf Tournament, and Brent returned to the podcast to explain everything about it.

Former Blackhawk/Stanley Cup winner Brent Sopel has wrestled with dyslexia his entire life. These days, he's throwing everything he has at helping kids with dyslexia, through the Brent Sopel Foundation. Car Con Carne was live all day at the first annual Brent Sopel Celebrity Golf Tournament, and Brent returned to the podcast to explain everything about it.

Jonnie Nonnie, Tony Marchese, and Patrick Comiskey are joined by former Blackhawks defenseman Brent Sopel to discuss his hockey background, the important role he played for the Hawks, winning the Stanley Cup in 2010 and the ensuing celebration, living with dyslexia, the Brent Sopel Foundation and their work, and his upcoming celebrity golf outing to raise money for the foundation. The guys wrap things up with an overview of the Hawks week ahead in Europe. -- Four Feathers Podcast is presented by OnTapSportsNet.com --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

This episode features Brent Sopel. Brent is a former professional hockey player and is the Director and Coach for the Sopel Academy of Defense and Brent Sopel Foundation for Dyslexia. Here he discusses his hockey career, his discovery of his own dyslexia, his foundation, and more.

This episode features Brent Sopel. Brent is a former professional hockey player and is the Director and Coach for the Sopel Academy of Defense and Brent Sopel Foundation for Dyslexia. Here he discusses his hockey career, his discovery of his own dyslexia, his foundation, and more.

You've been asking, and now we're delivering. Here he is, Stanley Cup Winner Brent Sopel! In S2 E4 of the Matt Laricy Project, Matt Laricy gets up close and personal with former NHL Player & Stanley Cup Winner, Brent Sopel. You may be surprised that they talk about a lot more than just hockey. Tune in to get the inside scoop on the 2010 Chicago BlackhawksStanley Cup Championship win, and the meaningful impact he's been making with the Brent Sopel Foundation in his post-hockey career. The Matt Laricy Project Podcast covers all things real estate, business, marketing, and entrepreneurship. We can't wait for you to tune in. WATCH https://youtu.be/A7J2ewaTQb8 SUBSCRIBE https://bit.ly/2Bylgqq CONNECT NOW Matt Laricy Group http://mattlaricygroup.com/connect/ 708-250-2696

Brent Sopel is a former NHL defenceman and current advocate for dyslexia. He joined the podcast to discuss his work in support of dyslexia through the Brent Sopel Foundation as well as his battle with and recovery from alcohol addiction. Intro music ("Late Night" by Ryan Andersen) and outro music ("Indie Rock" by Scott Holmes) can be found via www.freemusicarchive.org.

This week's guest is hockey star Brent Sopel, who most notably won the Stanley Cup with the Chicago Blackhawks in 2010. His amazing hockey career included time on 7 NHL teams and playing in over 1000 games. As a defenseman, Sopel's a tough-as-nails, block-all-shots machine. Outside the rink, however, things slowly fell apart as his undiagnosed dyslexia contributed to a decline in self-worth and eventually led to extreme alcohol abuse. Discussed outside the Willowbrook Portillo's on this week's show: Coach Q's firing: Was he scapegoated? The impact of dyslexia on Brent's hockey career and his self esteem. Starting the Brent Sopel Foundation (brentsopel.com) to help people with dyslexia. 1 in 5 people have dyslexia: A stunning statistic many don't realize. Brent's period of numbing his discomfort from dyslexia with alcohol. When you can't read, it's pretty tough to pass any classes. Entering the working world after hockey. The intervention given to Brent and his subsequent time in rehab (Brent's proudly sober over two years, as of this recording). Winning the Stanley Cup: "It was a childhood dream." Brent's discovery that he has dyslexia, and how it connects to his daughter's diagnosis. Cold does not faze Canadians from "God's country." Why did Brent choose to "drop anchor" in the Chicago area? Have Brent's kids taken up sports? Brent's most memorable sports injuries. Canada's national sport is not what you think. Memories of Chicago's Stanley Cup parade: "I've got goosebumps just thinking about it." What it felt like when Brent got traded after the Stanley Cup win. How loud is the United Center, compared to other arenas? Brent's time playing in Siberia. Brent was "lost" when he was no longer playing hockey. The real world's "not a friendly place."

This week's guest is hockey star Brent Sopel, who most notably won the Stanley Cup with the Chicago Blackhawks in 2010. His amazing hockey career included time on 7 NHL teams and playing in over 1000 games. As a defenseman, Sopel's a tough-as-nails, block-all-shots machine. Outside the rink, however, things slowly fell apart as his undiagnosed dyslexia contributed to a decline in self-worth and eventually led to extreme alcohol abuse. Discussed outside the Willowbrook Portillo's on this week's show: Coach Q's firing: Was he scapegoated? The impact of dyslexia on Brent's hockey career and his self esteem. Starting the Brent Sopel Foundation (brentsopel.com) to help people with dyslexia. 1 in 5 people have dyslexia: A stunning statistic many don't realize. Brent's period of numbing his discomfort from dyslexia with alcohol. When you can't read, it's pretty tough to pass any classes. Entering the working world after hockey. The intervention given to Brent and his subsequent time in rehab (Brent's proudly sober over two years, as of this recording). Winning the Stanley Cup: "It was a childhood dream." Brent's discovery that he has dyslexia, and how it connects to his daughter's diagnosis. Cold does not faze Canadians from "God's country." Why did Brent choose to "drop anchor" in the Chicago area? Have Brent's kids taken up sports? Brent's most memorable sports injuries. Canada's national sport is not what you think. Memories of Chicago's Stanley Cup parade: "I've got goosebumps just thinking about it." What it felt like when Brent got traded after the Stanley Cup win. How loud is the United Center, compared to other arenas? Brent's time playing in Siberia. Brent was "lost" when he was no longer playing hockey. The real world's "not a friendly place."