The Tony Parsons Show

In this inspiring conversation, Rick Hansen shares his journey from a young boy with dreams of athleticism to a Canadian hero known for his resilience and advocacy for people with disabilities. He recounts his idyllic childhood, the life-altering accident that left him paralyzed, and how he found purpose through sports and the Paralympics. Hansen reflects on his monumental Man in Motion World Tour, which raised awareness and funds for spinal cord research, and discusses the legacy he hopes to leave behind, emphasizing the importance of community support and the ongoing fight for accessibility and inclusion.

Learn more about Rick, The Man In Motion World Tour and the Rick Hansen Foundation by going to www.rickhansen.com

Watch the entire unedited interview on YouTube

The Tony Parsons Show is recorded and produced at Eighty Five Audio

What is The Tony Parsons Show?

Welcome to the Tony Parsons Show. As a journalist and broadcaster for the past 50 years, Tony anchored the second most-watched local television newscast in North America, the News Hour on Global BC, in Canada.

During his distinguished career, Tony Parsons reported on some of the world’s most notable news events that have shaped our nation. He has interviewed Prime Ministers, Premiers, entertainers, thought leaders and other people of distinction from around the world. His goal with this podcast is to produce an interview series, based on the talk-show format that we became accustomed to and loved.