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Cowards and Villains at USA Hockey

Cowards and Villains at USA Hockey

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The crew discusses USA Hockey's transgender participation ban, transphobic PWHL player Britta Curl-Salemme, and a special guest joins to discuss her own perspective as a transgender hockey player. At the end, we pivot to a discussion on the impact of Heated Rivalry across the pro hockey world.

Benjamin welcomes Emily, Trevor, and special guest Heather to the Neutral Zone Hotel

02:47 The crew discusses USA Hockey's new transgender participation ban.

21:51 The PWHL still lacks a gender inclusion policy and Britta Curl-Salemme is sponsored by a vocally anti-trans organization.

40:49 Special guest Heather joins to talk about her own journey as a trans hockey player and fan and the personal impact of the ban.

1:08:17 The impact of Heated Rivalry on real life hockey.


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