The Lesley Hawkins Podcast

From the earliest days, the dream was clear: to become a professional athlete.  Every waking minute was spent honing the craft – practicing, competing, excelling. But there was another side too.  Writing for Sports Illustrated Kids at just eleven years old.  Hosting Hockey Night in Canada alongside Christine Simpson at fourteen years old. Interviewing idols like John Tavares and Mitch Marner of th...

When was the last time you asked yourself, ‘Am I happy? Truly happy?’ Our guest today asked that question 16 years ago— and he didn’t like the answer.  So, he did something bold.  He defied convention and changed everything: his personal life, his professional life, his lifestyle. This is the story of his journey of self-discovery. Of how one daring phone call to Bell Media became a template for s...

Imagine you’re at the top of your sport. An Olympic athlete. But you are living a lie; denying the mixed emotions inside of you. And then one day, in a moment of clarity, you finally say the words “I’m gay”. Explore the journey of a two-time Olympian, wrestling with her identity, confronting anxiety, and battling her mental health.  Along the way, leaning on a community of strong, compassionate me...

Hello and welcome to my Podcast.  As your host, it doesn't feel genuine to ask my guests about their pivotal moment, without sharing my own.  This is my story - a story of loss, change, and deep reflection. It is my personal journey of learning about who I am, what I value, and discovering how to be my true authentic self. Please Enjoy, Lesley Send us Fan Mail Lesley Hawkins is a keynote spea...