The Curious Competitor with Connor Carrick

In this episode, we welcome Peter Russo. Peter is a Consultant for PRS Hockey that provides skill, video, and spiritual mentorship. We discuss how committing to life and personal growth aids the sport you play, how to make extraordinary out of the most ordinary, how to stay focused on process, and how to live more consciously.    Join our Curious Competitor Podcast Facebook Page . Follow Connor’s...

In this episode, we welcome Cody Royle. Cody is an author and football coach. He's spent the last six years as the head coach of AFL Team Canada, the men's national program for Australian Rules football. Cody is a standout voice in how leadership propels teams to sustained success and now coaches other head coaches in elite sports, and now mentors over a dozen coaches in half a dozen different spo...

In this episode, I break down the challenges and successes of this past season.  I discuss what it was like to train during Covid for an unknown return to play, logging 30 minutes a night in the AHL on a Conditioning Stint, and trying to manage family life and hockey in a pandemic. I also touch on the difference between AHL and NHL, and the turning point in the season which allowed for some strong...

This week we welcome, Kenneth Swartz. Ken is the founder and Chief Science Officer of C60 Purple Power. Ken has run research science laboratories over the course of his career and discovered C60 while developing the MOXY fusion reactor. In this episode, we discuss, the power of this antioxidant and its healing potential. This may be the next CBD-like product in years' time. We get real curious tod...

This week we welcome, Pierre Debar. Pierre DeBar is an Educator and Holistic Practitioner that utilizes techniques such as Mental Performance Coaching, Emotional Intelligence, Breathwork coaching, meditation to optimize the performance of the whole individual. In this episode, we discuss how emotional intelligence, mindset, self-reflection and mental resilience is the future of performance in spor...

This week we welcome, Patrick McKeown. Patrick is a world-renowned author and breathing practitioner. In this episode, Patrick describes the importance of nasal breathing, and how to improve aerobic capacity through breathing practices. He breaks down the "BOLT" score to be able to measure your carbon dioxide tolerance, and how to use breath for focus and concentration.   Patrick's Oxygen Advantag...

This week we welcome, Matt Martin. Matt is currently a winger for the New York Islanders of the National Hockey League. He has been described as both an enforcer and a grinder while being one of the best guys in the locker room. A veteran of over 725 NHL games - In this episode, Matt describes his evolution as a player, from being a walk-on in Junior to being drafted in the second year of eligibil...

In this new short series called "Mini-Sticks", we highlight and reflect on some of our favorite moments of the life of our podcast so far. This week we hear from Robin Sharma.  Robin's ability to lead and teach others how to lead is beautifully demonstrated in all of his prepared speeches, and published books. He champions devoted focus in a world of great distraction. He teaches the powers of res...

In this new short series called "mini-sticks", we highlight and reflect on some of our favorite moments of the life of our podcast so far. This week we hear from Karissa Kouchis.  From being my neighbor from down the block in Orland Park, to becoming a national speaker for Tony Robbins. Her inner fire, ability to self-start, and desire to balance her high performance with an appreciation for the p...

Josh Pauls is an ice sled hockey player and Captain of the U.S. National Team. He was born without tibia bones and had both legs amputated at 10 months old. At age 17, he was the youngest member of the gold medal-winning squad at the Vancouver 2010 Paralympic Winter Games. He went on to make his second Paralympic team, winning gold in Sochi. In this episode, we discuss his journey in sled hockey,...

Geoffrey Woo is an Entrepreneur and Investor. He is the host of the H.V.M.N. Podcast and features conversations with world champion athletes, leading scientists, and interesting people at the top of their field. In this episode, we discuss all things human optimization. Such as metabolic flexibility, stress, physical hormesis, nutrition optimization, and while sharing stories in a life of entrepre...

In this episode, we welcome Steve “Dangle” Glynn.  Steve is a bonafide professional sports fan, turned sports analyst, and author. Dangle began his career posting hockey-related content on the internet and the attention of fellow fans of the Maple Leafs soon followed, years later he finds himself in sports media. In this episode we discuss his journey over the past 13 years of creating content, th...

While chasing his NHL dream Ben sustained a serious head injury that almost took his life. After the injury, Ben pushed the envelope training for two years. Defying the odds he returned to continue chasing his NHL dream as Captain of the Kitchener Rangers. After a stint in professional hockey, Ben decided to chase something new, something bigger than hockey, something he calls Heroic Minds. Today,...

In this episode, we welcome Kyle Palmeri.    Kyle Palmieri is an American professional ice hockey right winger and alternate captain for the New Jersey Devils of the National Hockey League. He was drafted in the first round, 26th overall, by Anaheim in the 2009 NHL Entry Draft.   Find Kyle's Website here or on Instagram here.   Join our Curious Competitor Podcast Facebook Page . Follow Connor’s In...

In this episode, we welcome, Blake Bolden.   Blake Bolden is an American women's ice hockey player. She became the first African-American player to compete in the National Women's Hockey League. In February 2020, Blake became the first black female pro scout for the Los Angeles Kings in the NHL and the second-ever female pro scout in the NHL.   Donate to the show at Patreon.com/thecuriouscompetito...

In this episode, we welcome, Nathan Gerbe.    Nathan Gerbe is an American professional ice hockey player currently playing for the Columbus Blue Jackets of the National Hockey League. He previously played with Genève-Servette HC of the National League and for the Carolina Hurricanes and the Buffalo Sabres in the National Hockey League. At 5 feet and 4 inches tall, Gerbe is the shortest skater in N...

In this episode, we welcome, Roland Pankewich.   Roland is a Performance Consultant with Peak Performance Athletics, which focuses on the clinical practice of health optimization. He is also a Sports Advisory Board Member and Educator for Designs For Sport.    Our apologies for the audio quality of this episode, we had a technical issue with Connor's Microphone and had to resort to backup audio. T...

Meghan Duggan is an American ice hockey forward who played for the United States at the 2010 Winter Olympics and 2014 Winter Olympics, winning two silver medals; she was the captain of the U.S. team at the 2018 Winter Olympics, where she won a gold medal.   Donate to the show at Patreon.com/thecuriouscompetitor   #curiouscompetitor ____ FOLLOW ALONG IG: https://bit.ly/2TiHuEn @connorcarrick Twitte...

Justin Holl is an American professional ice hockey defenseman currently playing for the Toronto Maple Leafs of the National Hockey League. He was originally drafted in the second round, 54th overall, by the Chicago Blackhawks in the 2010 NHL Entry Draft.   Donate to the show at Patreon.com/thecuriouscompetitor   #curiouscompetitor ____   FOLLOW ALONG IG: https://bit.ly/2TiHuEn @connorcarrick Twitt...

Giovanni Marsico is the founder of Archangel - a community of superhero entrepreneurs, leaders and game-changers that are making the world a better place through mission-driven entrepreneurship and philanthropy. Giovanni hosts his large-scale fundraiser in Toronto every September for thousands of entrepreneurs called Archangel Summit where all of the proceeds are used to support various charities...

In this episode, we take questions from fans as well as a few questions with Producer Colin about life, success, and curiosity. Season 3 is here! After a short break, we are excited to be back. We have a tremendous line up of guests for you. We thought we'd start with a little AMA. We enjoy these, sit down and talk about life and field questions from our audience.   Please note that we had some au...

In this episode, we welcome Chicago Cubs Outfielder - Ian Happ.    In addition to being a professional baseball player for the Cubs, Ian also hosts a podcast called "The Compound Podcast". Ian and teammates Dakota Mekkes and Zack Short share their MLB experiences, baseball life, and interview guests.    Ian also partnered with Connect Roasters to create Quarantine Coffee. $3 from every bag sold go...

In this episode, we welcome Marc Bubbs. Dr. Bubbs is a Naturopathic Doctor, consultant of Performance Nutritionist for Canada Basketball. Dr. Marc has been working with elite and professional athletes, busy executives, and motivated individuals aiming to improve their health for almost two decades, using an evidence-based approach to nutrition, fitness, and lifestyle modifications. Bubbs is also t...

In this episode, we welcome Lexi Carrick. #CuriousCompetitor ________________________________________________________________________ FOLLOW ALONG IG: https://bit.ly/2TiHuEn @connorcarrick Twitter: https://bit.ly/2GVWdju @connorcarrick YouTube:  https://bit.ly/2OJDDl2 TikTok: @connorcarrick Facebook: @connorcarrickofficial

In this Episode, we welcome Randy Hetrick.   Randy Hetrick, a former Navy Seals Special Operations Commander retired after 14.5 years of service to seek the challenge of graduating with his MBA from Stanford, where he then formulated his business plan to launch what we know today as TRX.  I love training with a TRX, I love learning from leadership cues within our Military, and from the creativity...