Welcome to Let’s Talk: Sophie’s Squad.

Episode #6 is especially meaningful to us, as #6 was Sophie’s hockey number. We are honored to sit down with Sophie’s sister, Rachel Wieland, for this special episode.

Rachel played college hockey and now coaches at the College of Saint Benedict. In this episode, Rachel shares her experiences as an athlete and coach, reflects on Sophie and her legacy, and talks about the importance of mental health, supporting one another, and continuing the conversations that are at the heart of Sophie’s Squad.

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Let’s Talk: Sophie’s Squad is a podcast dedicated to open conversations about mental health, resilience, and the experiences that shape us. Through discussions with athletes, experts, advocates, and everyday people, we aim to break the stigma surrounding mental health and remind others that they are never alone.

Our goal is simple: share real stories, practical insights, and meaningful conversations that encourage connection, hope, and understanding.

No judgment. No stigma. Just honest conversations and a community that supports each other.

If you enjoyed this episode, be sure to like, subscribe, and share it with someone who may need to hear it.

Learn more and help support Sophie’s Squad: https://sophiessquad.org/donate

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Episode 5 featuring Julia Minotti (St. Thomas)

In this episode, we sit down with St. Thomas student-athlete Julia Minotti for an honest conversation about balancing the demands of college athletics while prioritizing mental health. Julia shares her personal experiences, the challenges and lessons she’s encountered as a student-athlete, and why building resilience, confidence, and a strong support system are just as important as success in competition.

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Let’s Talk: Sophie’s Squad is a podcast dedicated to open conversations about mental health, resilience, and the experiences that shape us. Through discussions with athletes, experts, advocates, and everyday people, we aim to break the stigma surrounding mental health and remind others that they are never alone.

Our goal is simple: share real stories, practical insights, and meaningful conversations that encourage connection, hope, and understanding.

No judgment. No stigma. Just honest conversations and a community that supports each other.

If you enjoyed this episode, be sure to like, subscribe, and share it with someone who may need to hear it.

Learn more and help support Sophie’s Squad: https://sophiessquad.org/donate

Join The Movement - Join 10K Strong at: https://sophiessquad.org/10K/

In this episode, we sit down with Bethany Ranes and Norah Kennedy of Interocept Labs for an insightful conversation about mental health, emotional awareness, and the science behind understanding ourselves.

Beth and Norah share how interoception shapes our thoughts, emotions, and well-being, while offering practical strategies to build resilience, improve self-awareness, and better support mental health in everyday life.

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Let’s Talk: Sophie’s Squad is a podcast dedicated to open conversations about mental health, resilience, and the experiences that shape us. Through discussions with athletes, experts, advocates, and everyday people, we aim to break the stigma surrounding mental health and remind others that they are never alone.

Our goal is simple: share real stories, practical insights, and meaningful conversations that encourage connection, hope, and understanding.

No judgment. No stigma. Just honest conversations and a community that supports each other.

If you enjoyed this episode, be sure to like, subscribe, and share it with someone who may need to hear it.

Learn more and help support Sophie’s Squad: https://sophiessquad.org/donate

Join The Movement - Join 10K Strong at: https://sophiessquad.org/10K/