There Were Signs

How do we stay open when life keeps asking us to be tough? In this heartfelt episode of  There Were Signs , Cassie sits down with bestselling author, psychologist, and speaker Jody Carrington for an intimate conversation about vulnerability, grief, resilience, and self-worth. With her blend of humour and raw honesty, Jody reflects on her upbringing, the impact of her father’s passing, and the ofte...

Who are you when no one’s watching? When you’re not trying to impress, achieve, or perform? In this introspective solo episode of  There Were Signs , Cassie opens up about the quiet struggle of authenticity in a world that rewards performance. Using her unique perspective growing up around a literal sign maker and later navigating the pressure of high-performance environments, she reflects on how...

What does it really take to lead at the highest level, while at the same time being true to who you are? In this episode of  There Were Signs , Cassie sits down with Shannon Winzer, a trailblazer in the world of high-performance sport. From her early days immersed in athletics to her evolution into a national team coach and now a High Performance Director, Shannon shares a deeply personal and prof...

Have you ever looked back and realized that the signs were always there. Maybe they were too quiet to hear at the time? In this reflective solo episode of  There Were Signs , we explore the subtle outlines that quietly shape our lives. From her own evolution as a student-athlete to broadcaster to Team Canada skeleton racer, she shares how seemingly insignificant nudges led to massive life pivots....

In this episode, Margaux takes us on a journey of self-discovery, sharing how she came to recognize and embrace her unique gifts especially the power of her voice. She reflects on her early doubts, believing that her skills as a master of ceremonies and public speaker weren’t extraordinary, and how a series of affirmations, culminating in a pivotal TEDx talk in 2024, helped shift her perspective....

There were always signs. Some whispered in hesitation, others screamed in warning. But for whatever reason—hope, love, fear—we ignored them. In this powerful episode of There Were Signs , Cassie takes a raw and introspective look at the moments we chose to overlook, the relationships that tested us, and the painful but necessary lessons learned through hindsight. Cassie shares deeply personal stor...

Blake Kasmeier is a storyteller known for his unique ability to capture life's raw and ordinary moments. Blake tells stories of parenting, grief, growing up, and where they sometimes collide. In 2022, Blake decided to start sharing his life stories on TikTok and has had a remarkable and unlikely ascent into the hearts and minds of parents, and kids of parents all across the internet. In 2018 Blake...

Have you ever felt invisible, even when standing in the spotlight? In this episode of  There Were Signs , Cassie explores the courage it takes to truly be seen and how it impacts our self-worth. In this episode, Cassie delves into the concept of being seen and its impact on self-worth. She shares personal stories from her childhood and career, emphasizing the courage required to be vulnerable. Cas...

In this episode, Cassie sits down with Canadian icon George Stroumboulopoulos —award-winning interviewer, writer, director, actor, and media producer. George's career spans decades of shaping Canadian media from hosting  The Strombo Show  on CBC Music to narrating  First Contact  and  The Never-Ending Present . He’s led George Stroumboulopoulos Tonight , The Hour , Strombo on CNN , MuchMusic’s The...

In this episode of There Were Signs , host Cassie Hawrysh shares a deeply personal story about her lifelong connection to music, and how it has both uplifted and held her back. From childhood road trip sing-alongs to her first live concert, Cassie reflects on the moments that shaped her musical identity. She opens up about receiving unexpected praise for her singing, which ironically led to years...

In this episode, we delve into the world of elite sport with Natalie Wideman, exploring the profound lessons learned beyond wins and losses. Natalie Wideman is a highly accomplished athlete, future health professional, and entrepreneur. A 2020 Olympic bronze medalist with Team Canada Softball, she is also a three-time Pan American medalist and three-time World Championship bronze medalist, represe...

In the inaugural episode of There Were Signs, host Cassie Hawrysh explores how seemingly random events and memories often play a critical role in shaping our paths. Reflecting on her own journey, Cassie recounts childhood memories, particularly the birthday banners painted by her dad. She explores how signs, whether literal or abstract, guide us and shape our identities. Cassie shares a personal s...

Life is full of signs- some flash in big, bold neon, while others whisper in the quiet spaces between moments. In There Were Signs , host Cassie Hawrysh—Team Canada alumna, daughter of a sign painter and poetic writer, wife, parent, and coach—dives into those pivotal moments that make us stop and wonder, Was that a sign? Each episode will explore real-life stories—sometimes Cassie's, sometimes...