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Please note this episode carries a trigger warning for sexual assault.After a long series of other troubling accusations, including one by a woman sexually assaulted by eight hockey players, and cover-ups, secrecy, and poor leadership, the reputation of Hockey Canada is severely tarnished. This week's podcast breaks down the three reasons why the crisis has been so deadly for the brand and so devastating for the victims and the stakeholders. This episode sheds light on how long this crisis has been going on, some of the attempts to cover it up, and the lack of transparency on the part of Hockey Canada when it came to the media. Hear about how the problem of leadership not backing down fed the scandal and the additional crisis caused when the entire board stepped down at the same time. Listen in for some key takeaways to consider to prevent a future crisis at your organization. Key Points From This Episode:A clip from TSN Senior Correspondent Rick Westhead breaking the story about Hockey Canada. TW: For listeners who wish to avoid his account of an incident involving sexual assault, please skip audio between [00:17] and [00:44].The framing of this story for the purpose of this podcast, and why it feels so American.TW: For listeners who wish to avoid further details about the sexual assault, please skip audio from [05:24] to [08:00] The masculine nature of the sport and the risky behavior that accompanies it.Other Canadian PR crises from recent times. Insight into how long this crisis has been going on and some attempts to cover it up.The stepping down of President and CEO Scott Smith, as well as the entire board, and how it caused an additional crisis.The problem of lack of transparency and the company's silence towards the media. How leaders not backing down fed the scandal. The survey Hockey Canada sent to supporters and how this can be seen as a doubling down tactic. The Indestructible PR TipIndestructible: Reclaim Control and Respond with Confidence in a Media CrisisIndestructible: Reclaim Control and Respond with Confidence in a Media Crisis - on AudibleListen and Subscribe on Apple PodcastsFollow Molly McPherson on social media: Facebook Instagram TikTok Twitter YouTube © 2022 Indestructible PR Podcast
TSN Senior Correspondent Rick Westhead joins the show to discuss his new book "Finding Murph", the mental health of retired players, the NHL's response to struggling former players and more.
Sam and Malcolm are joined by TSN Senior Correspondent Rick Westhead to discuss his new book release "Finding Murph", recent documentary "The Problem of Pain", and the Covid-19 outbreak in the QMJHL.
In hour two of Leafs Lunch, Andi Petrillo and TSN hockey analyst Dave Poulin talk to TSN Senior Correspondent Rick Westhead about his latest TSN Original investigative feature, "The Problem of Pain" and the widespread use of Toradol in the NHL and its consequences. Then Andi and Poulin play another edition of "Good Call, Bad Call".
TSN Senior Correspondent Rick Westhead joins the show to discuss the Hockey Diversity Alliance, how it aims to end racism and intolerance in the sport, the issue of racism across the GTHL and more.
In the second hour of Game Day, Matt Cauz talks to TSN Senior Correspondent Rick Westhead about teams and players speaking out on injustice and racism, why some people/teams are hesitant to take a stand, giving a platform to people who need a voice and his roundtable with NHL players on issues of injustice. And then Matt is joined by ESPN baseball writer and reporter TIm Kurkjian to chat about the owners' proposal of a 50-game season, the war between the MLB players union and the MLB owners and some great baseball stories.
In the final hour of today's show, Andi Petrillo and Dave Feschuk air the statement made by Prime Minister Justin Trudeau today regarding the latest on COVID-19. While we waited for Trudeau to address the nation, we handed out our Leafs Lunch Pail Worker of the Weekend, and we heard some audio from TSN Hockey Insider Darren Dreger, and TSN Senior Correspondent Rick Westhead.
Jim Tatti, Kristen Shilton and Craig Button with you to provide the latest updates on COVID-19's impact on sports and the NHL. In our first hour, we're joined by TSN Senior Hockey Reporter Frank Seravalli to chat about what the NHL has planned for the day after the NBA suspended it's operations. Plus, we're joined in-studio by TSN Senior Correspondent Rick Westhead.
TSN Senior Correspondent Rick Westhead joined Matt Cauz on Game Day this afternoon. We chatted about LeBron James' reaction to the idea of having to play games without fans because of the Coronavirus, the impact the outbreak is having on sports around the world, and Rick's latest feature that aired over the weekend for TSN.
In the final hour of today's show, Matt Cauz chats with TSN Senior Correspondent Rick Westhead calls in to chat about the latest impacts Coronavirus is having on the world of sports, and how things could evolve in the coming days and weeks. Then, we check in with TSN Raptors and NBA Analyst Jack Armstrong about Pascal Siakam developing the clutch gene, and tonight's game against the Jazz.
In the first hour of today's show, Matt Cauz wonders which Toronto team has the most talent on it between the Maple Leafs and Raptors. And we're joined by TSN Senior Correspondent Rick Westhead to chat about his feature on Jamal Murray debuting tonight, and what's next for the Kitchener native's NBA career.
In the second hour of today's show, Scotty Mac is joined in-studio by TSN Senior Correspondent Rick Westhead to discuss the new legalization of Cannabis and the effect that will have in sports. Then, we're joined by PostMedia NFL Columnist John Kryk.
In hour 2 Gord is joined by TSN Senior Correspondent Rick Westhead in studio to chat about his feature on former 1st overall pick Joe Murphy and 49ers PxP Voice Ted Robinson joins to chat some NFL and much more
TSN Senior Correspondent Rick Westhead joined Gord Miller on Toronto Today to talk about his upcoming feature on former 1st-overall pick Joe Murphy, the struggles Murphy had after his concussions and the consequences that happened after have drug abuse issues as well.
TSN Senior Correspondent Rick Westhead joined Gord Miller on Toronto Today to talk about his upcoming feature on former 1st-overall pick Joe Murphy, the struggles Murphy had after his concussions and the consequences that happened after have drug abuse issues as well.
In hour 2 Gord is joined by TSN Senior Correspondent Rick Westhead in studio to chat about his feature on former 1st overall pick Joe Murphy and 49ers PxP Voice Ted Robinson joins to chat some NFL and much more
TSN Senior Correspondent Rick Westhead and Former Canadian WNT Member Karina LeBlanc join Landsberg in the Morning from Moscow where the announcement was made that Canada, USA and Mexico will host the 2026 World Cup.
Andi Petrillo joined by Gord MIller and Carlo Colaiacovo today. In the first hour, they recap Game 2 of the Stanley Cup Final, then TSN Senior Correspondent Rick Westhead joins the show to discuss his new series "NHL Under Oath."
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TSN Senior Correspondent Rick Westhead joins Landsberg in the Morning with guest host Carlo Colaiacovo to discuss his series "NHL Under Oath" on concussions in the NHL.
TSN Senior Correspondent Rick Westhead joins Landsberg in the Morning with Matt Cauz to discuss his TSN Original "For The 17" on the hockey team at Marjory Stoneman Douglas high school in Florida and how the NHL is handling concussions.
In the 2nd hour of the show Michael and Matt Cauz discuss the Maple Leafs vs Predators, the expected return of Auston Matthews, the Raptors loss to LeBron James and the Cavaliers, Blue Jays spring training and more. Guests include TSN Senior Correspondent Rick Westhead, TSN Director of Scouting Craig Button and Krzysztof Mamona stops by for “Cauz For Concern?”.
TSN Senior Correspondent Rick Westhead joins the guys in studio to discuss his W5 piece "One Team" on Raptors President Masai Ujiri and "Giants of Africa".
In the 3rd hour of the show guest hosts Matt Cauz and Dave Feschuk discuss the Maple Leafs win over the Canadiens, NFL Anthem Protests, the announcement from Boston University that they may be able to test for CTE in living patients and more. Guests include TSN Hockey Analyst Dave Feschuk, TSN Senior Correspondent Rick Westhead and NFL Reporter Ed Werder.
In the final hour, the guys continue to discuss the Hamilton Ticats backing away from hiring Art Briles, and are joined by TSN Senior Correspondent Rick Westhead to chat about the Air Canada Centre being renamed in July 2018.
TSN Senior Correspondent Rick Westhead and Josh Katzenstein from New Orleans Saints camp joined the show.
In Hour Four, Michael Landsberg and Ryan Doyle are joined by TSN Senior Correspondent Rick Westhead, and MMA Analyst Robin Black.
In the first hour of Toronto Today, Gareth Wheeler is joined by TSN Senior Correspondent Rick Westhead in-studio to discuss the Raptors' new jersey advertisement deal.
In Hour 1, Andi, Craig and Frank discuss the Maple Leafs overage penalties and how it will affect their cap situation next season, plus TSN Senior Correspondent Rick Westhead discusses unrest within the NHLPA.