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The Curious Competitor is a journey into the pursuit of improvement and well being-physically, mentally, and spiritually. In each episode, NHL Defenseman Connor Carrick speaks with some of the world's highest performing people about how they curate and execute their respective craft. Connor Carrick dives deep into the path and process of each guest, and the lessons learned on how to live more curiously, passionately, and purposefully. All on a quest to become a more Curious Competitor.
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Beyond The Scoreboard

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Beyond The Scoreboard introduces sports fans to pro athletes they haven’t heard enough about. On this podcast you’ll hear from rising and likable athletes share their journey to becoming pros and their passions outside of their sport. We also expose sports fans around the country to innovative programs and events that professional sports teams are executing for their fans and larger communities.
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Hatch the Rematch: As the 'Birds and Bears ready for the first Calder Cup Finals redux since 1991, get prepped for the series with Firebirds' defenseman, Connor Carrick. Questions or Comments on Fire & Ice? Get in touch with the host via this Text Message feature.By Judd Spicer
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For the second time in as many years, the Firebirds do the Valley proud with a run to the Calder Cup Finals. Lace-up this season-finale episode, which includes an epilogue media interview with Dan Bylsma, and a Roundtable review of what was and what will be for the 'Birds. Questions or Comments on Fire & Ice? Get in touch with the host via this Tex…
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The finish line is within sight . . . With the Firebirds holding a 2-1 series lead heading into Game 4 of the Calder Cup Finals rematch against Hershey, join in this Media Roundtable discussion featuring the host and Tim O'Brien of NBC Palm Springs, Andrew John of The Desert Sun and Patrick Williams, features writer for AHL.com Questions or Comment…
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Winners of EIGHT consecutive playoff games, the 'Birds hold a 2-0 series lead in the West Finals, and hit the road for Milwaukee. Here to discuss with the host is Ads' play-by-play voice, Aaron Sims, Blake Arthur of KESQ and Shad Powers, columnist for The Desert Sun. Questions or Comments on Fire & Ice? Get in touch with the host via this Text Mess…
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Headlines abound: A day before the 'Birds endeavor a Western Conference Finals rematch vs. Milwaukee, CV frontman Dan Bylsma is named the new head coach of the Seattle Kraken. Join in for a discussion of both fronts with Firebirds' forward John Hayden, and stay tuned for Big Day media presser clips with members of both team and staff. Questions or …
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Bring out the broom: With a 3-0 series sweep of Ontario, the Firebirds advance to the Western Conference Finals for the second time in as many seasons. Join in the roundtable series recap, featuring the host with NBC's Tim O'Brien, Andrew John of The Desert Sun and Jared Shafran, Senior Manager of Communications & Content for the Ontario Reign. Que…
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Fresh off a playoff win in the Division Semis, the Firebirds ascend to the Pacific Division Finals in a SoCal Showdown vs. the Ontario Reign. 'Birds' veteran center Devin Shore joins the program to discuss what was, what is and what will (hopefully) be. Questions or Comments on Fire & Ice? Get in touch with the host via this Text Message feature.…
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With the 'Birds now full flight in the Calder Cup Playoffs, suit-up for a CV vs. Calgary Media Roundtable, featuring the host with Blake Arthur, Shad Powers and Matt Rose. Questions or Comments on Fire & Ice? Get in touch with the host via this Text Message feature.By Judd Spicer
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In this episode, we welcome Dr. Nikole MacLellan aka “Dr. Kokes”, a naturopathic doctor and fellow member of the Designs For Sport advisory board. We talk about the dance between sympathetic and parasympathetic states for athletes, strategies for getting back into a parasympathetic state after an event, how to balance a playful approach in stressfu…
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In this episode, we are joined by the founding members of Apex Cool Labs, Ariel Paul and Evy Lyons to discuss their new and innovative palm cooling device “The Narwhal”. Ariel and Evy share their inspiration for creating Apex Cool Labs, how your core body temperature and local muscle temperatures affect your performance and why palm cooling is such…
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Do you ever wonder how your brain works? In this episode, we have the privilege of hosting Neurotherapist Dr. Andrew Hill, who graciously guides us through an exploration of cerebral operations. Following our participation in Quantitative EEG "brain mapping," we had the opportunity to interpret the ensuing data in real time during the podcast. Our …
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The Firebirds' improbable debut season has come to a close. Join in for the season's final flight of "Fire & Ice" to hear the closing thoughts of five players -- Andrew Poturalski, Max McCormick, Tye Karte, Kole Lind and Ryker Evans -- in media presser exit interviews. Questions or Comments on Fire & Ice? Get in touch with the host via this Text Me…
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With the Firebirds leading the Calder Cup Finals 2-1 over the Hershey Bears, join in for a special mid-series media roundtable episode featuring Patrick Williams (AHL.com), Shad Powers (The Desert Sun) and Blake Arthur (KESQ). Questions or Comments on Fire & Ice? Get in touch with the host via this Text Message feature.…
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The Firebirds' storybook debut season seeks a final chapter as CV heads to the Calder Cup Championship Finals vs. the Hershey Bears. Join in for series prep, and a visit with Firebirds' standdout center, Andrew Poturalski. Questions or Comments on Fire & Ice? Get in touch with the host via this Text Message feature.…
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Electric. Improbable. Enthralling. Magical. Onward the Firebirds fly into the Western Conference Finals. Join in for a CV vs. Milwaukee Admirals series preview , and a visit with CV defenseman, Eddie Wittchow. Questions or Comments on Fire & Ice? Get in touch with the host via this Text Message feature.…
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Get ready for the inevitable: The Firebirds ready for the Pacific Division Finals vs. the rival Calgary Wranglers. Get Calder Cup Playoff prepped, and go pucks deep via a visit with CV winger Cameron Hughes. Questions or Comments on Fire & Ice? Get in touch with the host via this Text Message feature.…
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If you're a hockey player or any sport for that matter, and If you're looking to gain an edge on your opponents and train your brain in the same way that you train your body, then watch this video! Scott Livingston shares with us his methods for training our brain in the same way that we train our body, and it's sure to help you unleash your athlet…
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In this episode, I break down some of my thoughts on the latest NHL trade deadline as well, as some personal stories of players that have been moved. I also discuss some recovery modalities I use to help me regulate my nervous system and maximize athletic performance during the season. I also talk about the importance of emotional regulation and of…
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In this episode, I sit down with Jeff Lovecchio, a former professional hockey player and current trainer and co-host of the Hockey Think Tank Podcast. We talk about how it’s not enough to just show up in the sport of hockey, how to grow confidence through discipline, and how to learn from your mistakes. Jeff also shares his journey from a professio…
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In this episode, I am joined by Jack Han, a hockey consultant, former NHL analyst, and AHL coach. We discuss Jack’s approach to personalized player analytics and development, what it’s like to work alongside NHL head coaches and the exhausting nature of a hockey season. We also dive into the importance of storytelling to improve your game, how you …
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In this episode, we welcome Strength Coach Jim Ferris. Jim is known for his work in the basketball community from training with the Philadelphia 76ers for many years and training several NBA players that live their offseason in the Philadelphia area. We discuss how to adapt your training for performance and recovery metrics and identify weak links …
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In this episode, I sit down with Christian Burrus and Jeremy Tucker from Adapt Fitness, an app for customized training programs from top hockey performance experts. We talk about setting your training goals as an athlete based on your needs from the game, how Adapt Fitness can help fill gaps in various aspects of your athletic training, how to mana…
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In this episode I am joined by Sam Whiting, a human potential specialist, to discuss all things breathwork. Sam talks about his journey as an alpine ski racing athlete and how he came to discover breathwork in his training, how to gain the ability to notice your nervous system and why breathwork is a powerful tool for wellness. Sam talks about the …
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In this episode, I recap what the last few months have looked like and some of my strategies for adopting a growth mindset. I dig into the concept of DIIG: Desire, Intent, Imagination, and Grind, and how I use these concepts to fuel my growth as a professional hockey player. I walk through some of the ways that I support healthy dopamine levels to …
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As the unveiling of Acrisure Arena nears, get ready for the arena's debut in this visit with Troy Bodie, director of hockey and business operations for the Coachella Valley Firebirds. Fire & Ice: The official podcast of the Coachella Valley Firebirds. Questions or Comments on Fire & Ice? Get in touch with the host via this Text Message feature.…
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In this episode I sit down with J.B. Spisso to chat about career design, mental wellness, performance and what it looks like at the highest level. J.B. is a veteran of the US Armed Forces, leadership and culture expert, and author of the Warrior Leadership: Steps to Success for Leaders on the Ground. J.B. opened up about his decision to join the mi…
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In this episode, we welcome Frankie Corrado, a professional hockey defenseman and former teammate of mine from the Toronto Maple Leafs. We took a trip down memory lane remembering our journeys into the professional hockey space and joining the OHL before becoming teammates on the Toronto Maple Leafs. We talked about the struggles of transitioning f…
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In this episode, I sit down with Sylvie Tetrault, sports nutritionist, about all things nutrition for athletes. We discuss her experience working with Gary Roberts and the NHL, the importance of good nutrition, systems or habits you can implement to help you achieve your nutrition goals, and staple foods to have on hand. We reflected on the changes…
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In this episode, I sit down with a former teammate and NHL veteran, Aaron Volpatti, high-performance coach and author-to-be. We spoke about Aaron’s story of adversity and perseverance that got him into the NHL, his relationship with high-stress environments and tolerance to pain, working through the fear of failure, and how to use the power of visu…
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In this episode, we welcome former national taekwondo champion and founder of Pain Station, David Arsenault. We discuss how to find joy in the process of showing up every day to training, leaning into adversity, the importance of remaining consistent in your effort as an athlete, and how physical literacy can improve your life. For more information…
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