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I Don't Want to be One of the Boys - Leah Hextall
Season 2, Ep. 12
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Some walls aren’t meant to be climbed—they’re meant to be shattered. Leah Hextall, the trailblazing play-by-play voice in the NHL, joins this episode to share her groundbreaking journey. From navigating a male-dominated industry to becoming a voice for authenticity and change, Leah dives into the personal tolls, triumphs, and growth that come with being a first. She opens up about facing unrelenting criticism, leveraging her unique skills, and showing up as her truest self—heels, humor, and all. Discover how connection, communication, and unapologetic authenticity have shaped her path and inspired her next big move.
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