Brady Leavold
Brady Leavold
#11 Ft. Sheldon Kennedy Former NHLer and Child Advocate
#11 Ft. Sheldon Kennedy Former NHLer and Child Advocate
#11 Ft. Sheldon Kennedy Former NHLer and Child Advocate
Tuesday 28th April 2020
Sheldon Kennedy talks about his journey from NHL player to child advocate, tackling abuse, addiction, and resilience on 'Hockey 2 Hell and Back'.
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73 minutes
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Get the buttons here!Sheldon Kennedy: From NHL Star to Champion for Child Advocacy
I received, you know, tens of thousands of letters from men and women and kids from around the world telling me their stories after my story broke, and I realized that you know that they're looking to me to be their voice.
Sheldon Kennedy's journey is nothing short of extraordinary. In this episode of 'Hockey 2 Hell and Back', former NHL player Brady Leavold sits down with Kennedy, who has become a leading voice in child advocacy. The conversation dives deep into Kennedy's harrowing experiences with sexual abuse, alcoholism, PTSD, and addiction. But it's not just about the struggles; it's about the resilience and strength that have defined his path to becoming a powerful advocate for children.
Leavold and Kennedy share their personal stories, shedding light on the impact of abuse on family dynamics and the importance of speaking out. They also discuss the role of hockey as a therapeutic outlet and the critical work being done at the Sheldon Kennedy Advocacy Centre. This episode is a compelling listen for anyone seeking inspiration or looking to support those in need.
Tune in for an honest and heartfelt discussion that underscores the power of advocacy and education in preventing abuse.