Chel Chit Chat

Chel Chit Chat

by Lyss Houde
Hockey
Season 2

S2E10: How To Create Inclusive Spaces - ft. The Toronto Pride Hockey Tournament | Chel Chit Chat with Lyss Houde

Lyss Houde is joined by Sheri Krell and Liz Dewdney on Chel Chit Chat to discuss how to create inclusive spaces in hockey for communities who are near and dear to your heart. Sheri and Liz are the cofounders of the Toronto Pride Hockey Tournament, an annual event that creates a safe and supportive environment for queer women and trans athletes/fans to be seen, supported, and celebrated. The tournament takes place every spring and includes mixer events, parties, and of course, some fun on the ice. Learn more about the Toronto Pride Hockey Tournament: https://www.torontopridehockey.ca/ Follow the Toronto Pride Hockey Tournament on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/torontopridehockey/ Connect with Chel Chit Chat: X - https://x.com/chelchitchat Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/chel.chit.chat/ TikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@chelchitchat This episode is available on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and YouTube. Don’t forget to like, subscribe, and follow to show your support for Chel Chit Chat!
S2 · E10
Sep 22, 2025
47:17

S2E9: How To Find Your Niche - ft. Dr. Lexi LaFleur Brown | Chel Chit Chat with Lyss Houde

Lyss Houde is joined by Lexi Brown on Chel Chit Chat to discuss how to find your niche in a sport like hockey with so many untapped areas. Dr. Lexi LaFleur Brown is an international best-selling authour, hockey wife, and chronically online hockey TikTokker/Twitter poster like the rest of us. Lexi has a BA in Media Studies, an MS in Public Relations, and a PhD in Education. Lexi’s debut hockey romance novel, Shoot Your Shot, made waves in the hockey world when it was released in March 2025. Lexi lives in Seattle with her husband, former NHL player JT Brown, and their two kids. Connect with Chel Chit Chat: X - https://x.com/chelchitchat Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/chel.chit.chat/ TikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@chelchitchat Connect with Lexi: TikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@lexilafleurbrown?lang=en X - https://x.com/lexilafleur Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/lexilafleur/ Buy Shoot Your Shot - https://www.harlequin.com/shop/books/9781335016560_shoot-your-shot.html This episode is available on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and YouTube. Don’t forget to like, subscribe, and follow to show your support for Chel Chit Chat!
S2 · E9
Sep 15, 2025
46:48

S2E8: How To Protect Your Love for Hockey - ft. Rachel Doerrie | Chel Chit Chat with Lyss Houde

Lyss Houde is joined by Rachel Doerrie on Chel Chit Chat to discuss the importance of setting personal boundaries in a field that's as fuelled by as much passion as the hockey industry. Rachel is the Chief Technology Officer of Betalytics, a sports betting platform, and the host of the hockey and lifestyle podcast, Puck Social. Rachel has experience in coaching, journalism, and broadcasting in hockey, having contributed to well-known entities such as ESPN, The Athletic, and multiple NHL teams. Rachel graduated with her M.SC from York University in 2022. Connect with Rachel: X - https://x.com/racheldoerrie Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/rachel.doerrie/ LinkedIn - https://ca.linkedin.com/in/rachel-doerrie-2063bb93 TikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@itsrachkry?lang=en Connect with Chel Chit Chat: X - https://x.com/chelchitchat Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/chel.chit.chat/ TikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@chelchitchat This episode is available on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and YouTube. Don’t forget to like, subscribe, and follow to show your support for Chel Chit Chat!
S2 · E8
Sep 8, 2025
52:42

S2E7: How To Connect With an Audience - ft. Alison Lukan | Chel Chit Chat with Lyss Houde

Lyss Houde is joined by Alison Lukan on Chel Chit Chat to discuss how to capture an audience as an effective communicator. Alison is an on-air analyst for the Seattle Kraken who is passionate about data-driven conversations She is an Emmy-winning broadcaster who brings a unique spin to storytelling in hockey, bringing together personal stories, advanced numbers, and a healthy dose of wit. Alison formerly covered the Columbus Blue Jackets and Ohio State hockey with The Athletic and currently co-hosts the Too Many Men Podcast with fellow Chel Chit Chat guests Shayna Goldman and Sara Civian. Connect with Chel Chit Chat: X - https://x.com/chelchitchat Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/chel.chit.chat/ TikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@chelchitchat Connect with Alison: X - https://x.com/AlisonL Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/alison.lukan/ Analytics with Alison: https://www.nhl.com/kraken/news/topic/analytics-with-alison/ Too Many Men Podcast: https://linktr.ee/toomanymen This episode is available on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and YouTube. Don’t forget to like, subscribe, and follow to show your support for Chel Chit Chat!
S2 · E7
Sep 1, 2025
46:39

S2E6: How to Champion Underrepresented Communities in Hockey - ft. Alyssa White | Chel Chit Chat with Lyss Houde

Lyss Houde is joined by Alyssa White on Chel Chit Chat to discuss the landscape of professional women's para ice hockey and the importance of championing underrepresented communities in hockey. Alyssa is a women’s para hockey player from Winnipeg, Manitoba. She is a current forward on the women’s national team and was one of the youngest players to ever make the team at just 14 years old. Alyssa and the Canadian National Women’s Team for para hockey are committed to fostering excellence in the sport in hopes of introducing women’s para ice hockey to the 2030 Winter Olympics. Support the Canadian Women’s Para Ice Hockey team: https://www.canadahelps.org/en/charities/womens-para-hockey-of-canada-parahockey-fminin-du-canada/p2p/wphc25/ Connect with Chel Chit Chat: X - https://x.com/chelchitchat Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/chel.chit.chat/ TikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@chelchitchat This episode is available on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and YouTube. Don’t forget to like, subscribe, and follow to show your support for Chel Chit Chat!
S2 · E6
Aug 25, 2025
44:06

S2E5: How To Make Space Without Losing Yours - ft. The Sport Sisterhood | Chel Chit Chat with Lyss Houde

Lyss Houde is joined by Chantal Brioux and Breanna McNeill on Chel Chit Chat to discuss how to make space for other women in the sports industry without feeling threatened by their success. The Sport Sisterhood is a community dedicated to advancing women’s careers in sports through mentorship, business opportunities, and industry access. The Sport Sisterhood’s mantra is to be connected by sport and united as sisters, supporting one another through formal and informal opportunities to grow as professionals in the sports industry! Chantal Brioux is the Founder of The Sport Sisterhood. She is a recent graduate from Brock University, is a Community Specialist at Lululemon Canada, and has work experience with Maple Leaf Sports and Entertainment. Breanna McNeill is the Media Relations Co-Lead for The Sport Sisterhood. She is a student at Wilfrid Laurier University and has work experience with the Ontario Hockey League and the WLU Women’s Hockey Team. Connect with Chel Chit Chat: X - https://x.com/chelchitchat Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/chel.chit.chat/ TikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@chelchitchat Connect with The Sport Sisterhood: JOIN THE SISTERHOOD (Fall 2025 Recruitment) - https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfks3kpJUjhWu9Ec4HgfKSynkRpg2ie86CRpzdaDCkxYw12nw/viewform Website - https://thesportsisterhood.com/ Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/thesportsisterhood/ Chantal’s LinkedIn - https://ca.linkedin.com/in/chantal-brioux?original_referer=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.google.com%2F Breanna’s LinkedIn - https://ca.linkedin.com/in/breanna-mcneill-a2255a2b9 This episode is available on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and YouTube. Don’t forget to like, subscribe, and follow to show your support for Chel Chit Chat!
S2 · E5
Aug 18, 2025
57:06

S2E4: How To Capture Big Moments - ft. Holly Arend | Chel Chit Chat with Lyss Houde

Lyss Houde is joined by Holly Arend on Chel Chit Chat to discuss how to capture big moments in hockey games as a professional or amateur photographer or content creator! Holly is a sports photographer and the Director of Sports at Hazze Media. With experience in PR, storytelling, and social media, Holly is passionate about telling stories about athletes, whether they’re playing in big games or sharing their lives outside of sports with fans. Holly has a BA in Psychology & Neuroscience from the University of Maine and an MS in Communications/PR from Syracuse University. Follow Chel Chit Chat on all of your favourite social media platforms: X - https://x.com/chelchitchat Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/chel.chit.chat/ TikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@chelchitchat Connect with Holly: Portfolio - https://www.hollymillenium.com/?fbclid=PAZXh0bgNhZW0CMTEAAacLawsRCA67E6teNY1dPEKZa6xuDwWscO-dB3IO5Y4TQDC6G2n8IELkJJkNzw_aem_5Pg1kHafgWjG2-wWiarW0g LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/hollyarend/ TikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@hollymillenium?is_from_webapp=1&sender_device=pc Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/iamhollymillenium/?utm_source=ig_embed&ig_rid=56a2e9b3-24f9-435f-9a7f-17cee38f807a This episode is available on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and YouTube. Don’t forget to like, subscribe, and follow to show your support for Chel Chit Chat!
S2 · E4
Aug 11, 2025
46:36

S2E3: How To Advocate for Female Athletes - ft. Liz Knox | Chel Chit Chat with Lyss Houde

Lyss Houde is joined by Liz Knox on Chel Chit Chat to discuss how to advocate for continued progress for women's hockey players. Liz Knox is a former professional hockey player, a Clarkson Cup champion, and the current secretary of the Professional Women’s Hockey League Players’ Association (PWHLPA). Liz played five seasons with the Wilfrid Laurier Golden Hawks and seven seasons in the CWHL as a goalie. As a founding member of the PWHLPA, Liz has been a champion for women’s hockey players across the country and was a catalyst in the creation of the PWHL as we know it today! Connect with Chel Chit Chat: X - https://x.com/chelchitchat Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/chel.chit.chat/ TikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@chelchitchat Connect with Liz: LinkedIn - https://ca.linkedin.com/in/liz-knox-86139246 X - https://x.com/27Knoxy This episode is available on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and YouTube. Don’t forget to like, subscribe, and follow to show your support for Chel Chit Chat!
S2 · E3
Aug 4, 2025
53:06

S2E2: How To Embrace Femininity in Male-Dominated Spaces - ft. Madeleine Eatchel | Chel Chit Chat with Lyss Houde

Lyss Houde is joined by Madeleine Eatchel for the 12th episode of Chel Chit Chat to discuss embracing your femininity in spaces that are typically more influenced by male traits, values, and tendencies. Madeleine is a sports marketing professional with a love for brand building and storytelling. She is currently a social media manager at Bauer Hockey, where she gets to work on some pretty cool projects and innovations. Madeleine is a proud Colorado girlie and was part of the Avalanche when they won their Stanley Cup in 2022! Follow Chel Chit Chat on all of your favourite social media platforms: X - https://x.com/chelchitchat Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/chel.chit.chat/ TikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@chelchitchat Connect with Madeleine: Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/madswithcurls/ LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/madeleinemccarty This episode is available on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and YouTube. Don’t forget to like, subscribe, and follow to show your support for Chel Chit Chat!
S2 · E2
Jul 28, 2025
44:33

S2E1: How To Build Your Own Foundation - ft. Sara Orlesky | Chel Chit Chat with Lyss Houde

Lyss Houde is joined by Sara Orlesky on Chel Chit Chat to discuss how to build your own foundation as you get established in your career. Sara is a senior host and producer with the Winnipeg Jets where she hosts the Jets’ pregame show, The Check-In, with Jamie Thomas and Home Ice, a video series that documents behind-the-scenes action of the Jets, their players, and their community. Before joining the Winnipeg Jets, Sara hosted Jets on TSN for 11 seasons. Connect with Sara: Watch HOME ICE - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KJfyyogo4hU&list=PLUIAhVfRwJjjCDVJSB5oSkOfCgn44gmca X - https://x.com/saraorlesky Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/sara.orlesky/?hl=en Connect with Chel Chit Chat: X - https://x.com/chelchitchat Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/chel.chit.chat/ TikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@chelchitchat This episode is available on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and YouTube. Don’t forget to like, subscribe, and follow to show your support for Chel Chit Chat!
S2 · E1
Jul 21, 2025
52:30
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