More Than Medals by Crossing The Line is a podcast from Canada's Leanne Taylor, the first woman in Canada's history to medal in paratriathlon, at Paris 2024. "More Than Medals was born from a desire to share with the world, the lessons that my friends in the parasport community have taught me"
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Meet Howie Sanborn—Paralympian, retired U.S. Army Airborne Ranger, and former Golden Knight with the Army Parachute Team. After a cycling accident in 2012 left him paralyzed, Howie refused to slow down. He turned his focus to paratriathlon, and in 2024, earned his spot on Team USA for the Paris Paralympic Games.
In this episode, Howie talks about channeling his military mindset into sport, the mental toughness it takes to compete at the elite level, and the crash in Paris that tested him mid-race—but couldn’t stop him.
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29 Aug 2025
Howie Sanborn Part 1
Meet Howie Sanborn—Paralympian, retired U.S. Army Airborne Ranger, and former Golden Knight with the Army Parachute Team. After a cycling accident in 2012 left him paralyzed, Howie refused to slow down. He turned his focus to paratriathlon, and in 2024, earned his spot on Team USA for the Paris Paralympic Games.
In this episode, Howie talks about channeling his military mindset into sport, the mental toughness it takes to compete at the elite level, and the crash in Paris that tested him mid-race—but couldn’t stop him.
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16 Aug 2025
Trinity Lowthian
Meet Trinity Lowthian, Canadian wheelchair fencer and a rising Paralympic star. Trinity discovered wheelchair after battling an autoimmune autonomic neuropathy through most of her high school years.
Now balancing elite sport, university studies in nutrition and food science, and advocacy, Trinity uses her platform to expand accessibility and representation through initiatives like TRYumph Gymnastics Academy’s wheelchair fencing program.
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1 Aug 2025
Shelby Newkirk
Meet Shelby Newkirk—Paralympic swimming medallist, entrepreneur and passionate advocate for the disability community. Diagnosed with dystonia in her teens, Shelby lives with a progressive neurological condition that continues to impact her mobility and daily life.
Shelby shares what it’s like to compete at the highest level while living with a progressive disability—and how she’s turned that challenge into fuel for both performance and advocacy. Her story is one of resilience, purpose, and using her voice to push for greater inclusion in and out of the pool.
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13 Jul 2025
Hailey Danz
Meet Hailey Danz—Paralympic champion, cancer survivor, and all-around amazing human being. At just 14 years old, Hailey faced an unthinkable decision: attempt limb salvage surgery or choose amputation. It was time spent at a camp for kids with disabilities that gave her the clarity and confidence to choose her own path.
Leanne and Hailey explore Hailey’s experience of growing up with a disability, her journey to finding paratriathlon and becoming a world-class paratriathlete, and the emotional toll of high performance, identity, and body image.
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27 Jun 2025
Austin Smeenk
Leanne Taylor interviews Austin Smeenk, a three-time paralympian, who shares his experiences in adaptive sports, the dedication required for success, and the humorous aspects of dating with a disability.
14 Jun 2025
Jessica Tuomela
Paralympian Jessica Tuomela discusses her experiences growing up with visual impairment and adapting to the world, in an interview with Leanne Taylor, highlighting resilience and independence.
30 May 2025
Lauren Parker
Paralympian Lauren Parker discusses her mental health struggles and the emotional toll of trauma with host Leanne as they explore resilience and the importance of sharing difficult moments in this interview.
16 May 2025
Greg Stewart
Leanne Taylor sits down with Greg Stewart, a remarkable Canadian Paralympian who has won two gold medals in shot put. Standing at an impressive 7 feet 2 inches tall, Greg's story is one of resilience and determination. Born without the lower part of his left arm, he shares his journey from overcoming personal challenges to achieving greatness on the world stage. Greg discusses his transition from a successful career in sitting volleyball to becoming a world-class shot putter, breaking records and winning medals at the Paralympic Games.
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2 May 2025
Kendall Gretsch
Kendall Gretsch is a Paralympic champion in both summer and winter sport and although that gives us plenty of reason to fan girl over her, at More Than Medals we love Kendall for being a fierce competitor and a loyal friend.
Listen to Kendall shares stories about growing up with spina bifida, including how she adapted to a loss of motor function she experienced in high school.
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https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zx-VebX5fs0
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11 Mar 2025
More Than Medals - Trailer
More Than Medals by Crossing The Line is a podcast from Canada's Leanne Taylor, the first woman in Canada's history to medal in paratriathlon, at Paris 2024. "More Than Medals was born from a desire to share with the world, the lessons that my friends in the parasport community have taught me"
Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy (https://acast.com/privacy) for more information.
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