Breaking the Ice
Breaking the Ice
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Say Yes to Europe with Rachael Czarnik
1 hour 7 minutes Posted Jul 15, 2026 at 6:00 am.
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Rachael Czarnik, wife of Austin Czarnik, who plays in Lausanne, Switzerland, joins me today on Breaking the Ice!
In this episode, we cover:
Making long-distance work during the early years of professional hockey
Why they chose Switzerland over the uncertainty of the AHL/NHL lifestyle
Raising young children abroad and creating stability through constant change
What to know and what to pack before making the move overseas
The biggest culture shocks after arriving in Europe
Building community in a new country
Processing the loss of her mother
Giving birth in Switzerland and why the experience exceeded every expectation
Rachel's advice for families considering taking the leap overseas
and so much more! This is such a great conversation.
 
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