067. Blocking Prejudice in Sports and Inspiring Inclusivity With Ex-Pro Hockey Goalie Brock McGillis

In this episode of Without Losing Your Cool, we are happy to have Brock McGillis with us. Brock McGillis is a former professional hockey player, trailblazing advocate, and unapologetic culture disruptor on a mission to transform the sport he loves. As the first openly gay men’s professional hockey player, Brock shattered
stereotypes, igniting conversations that have reshaped hockey’s landscape. Now,
he’s taking that impact beyond the rink, becoming one of the most influential
voices in sports, inclusion, and personal empowerment. 

After retiring from professional hockey, Brock reinvented himself as a speaker,
mentor, and movement builder, challenging the culture of the game from the
inside out. His high-energy, brutally honest, and often hilarious approach makes
him an electrifying force in locker rooms, corporate boardrooms, and on screens
across North America. His message? True courage isn’t just about being
tough—it’s about being real. Through his work, Brock socially reengineers how
people view bravery and vulnerability, creating psychologically safe spaces
where athletes, leaders, and everyday people can show up authentically.

But beyond the accolades, Brock remains bold, passionate, and completely
unfiltered. Whether he’s leading a heart-to-heart in a locker room, delivering a
fiery keynote speech, or bringing his signature mix of empowerment and camp to
TV audiences, Brock is proving that change doesn’t have to be boring—it can be
raw, hilarious, and profoundly life-altering.
He’s not just changing hockey. He’s changing the game.

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