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Gabby Logan Opens Up About Her Heartbreaking Past | E191
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Gabby Logan has been on our screens now for thirty years, bringing us the best of the world of sport at Sky Sports, ITV, and for the last nearly 20 years, at the BBC. Whether it’s the FIFA World Cup, the Rugby World Cup or the Olympics, Gabby is part of our memories of these moments. Topics: 0:00 Intro 02:05 Early years 06:16 Did you parents teach you how to take care of yourself? 13:58 The phone call about your brother 21:11 What was life like after that moment? 27:33 Advice for someone going through something similar 30:52 How did your brothers passing change your perspective on life? 35:38 Your first step into broadcasting 39:53 Starting at sky 41:42 Advice for someone starting at the bottom of their career 46:52 Working in a male dominated industry 50:19 Sexism in the workplace 56:00 Your podcast and book Your book and podcast 55:54 How true is the ‘midlife crisis? 01:00:34 Menopause 01:04:01 Finding out your husband had cancer 01:09:36 Your partner Kenny 01:11:30 Advice for maintaining a solid relationship 01:17:04 The last guest question Gabby: Twitter -https://bit.ly/3FrWn14 Instagram - https://bit.ly/3DK00OH Gabby's book? https://amzn.to/3fkDcMe Wait list for The Diary: https://bit.ly/3fUcF8q Join this channel to get access to perks: https://bit.ly/3Dpmgx5 Listen on: Apple podcast - https://apple.co/3TTvxDf Spotify - https://spoti.fi/3VX3yEw Follow: Instagram: https://bit.ly/3CXkF0d Twitter: https://bit.ly/3ss7pM0 Linkedin: https://bit.ly/3z3CSYM Telegram: https://g2ul0.app.link/SBExclusiveCommun Sponsors: Mercedes-Benz - https://bit.ly/3yXTQI1 Huel - https://g2ul0.app.link/G4RjcdKNKsb
Segments Timeline
The Journey Begins
Gabby Logan reflects on her early years and the impact of her father's career in football on her upbringing. She discusses the challenges of growing up in a male-dominated environment and how her father's experiences shaped her perspective on life and work.
"you'd wake up just with those first thoughts of the day would just oh God I did have a fear that I was gonna [Music] be one of the most recognizable broadcasters she's become synonymous with the Olymp..."
Lessons from Parenting
Gabby shares insights on how her parents taught her to take care of herself. She emphasizes the importance of self-esteem and the balance between hard work and self-care, highlighting the lessons learned from her father's relentless pursuit of success.
"trajectory of your life and how you've ended up to be where you are today and the passions you pursued the person you became what do I need to understand about your earliest context I hope I've gone i..."
The Day That Changed Everything
Gabby recounts the traumatic phone call she received about her brother's passing. She describes the shock and disbelief of that moment, illustrating how it became a defining point in her life, marking a clear before and after.
"it's still hard work um kind of into by example I guess because he was clearly someone that was incredibly focused and um focused on his career it made me made me think about how we often don't get to..."
Life After Loss
In this segment, Gabby discusses the profound changes in her life following her brother's death. She reflects on the emotional aftermath and how it reshaped her outlook on life, relationships, and her career.
"many of those things I mean so many of those things are in this book the first half one of the most uh heart-wrenching stories you tell us when you were 19 years old and you get a phone call from your..."
Advice for the Grieving
Gabby offers heartfelt advice for those experiencing similar losses. She shares coping strategies and the importance of seeking support, emphasizing that healing is a personal journey.
"you you look at your life as before and after that moment what was life like after that moment the immediate aftermath like the weeks after something that is is a strange mix of um activity and energy..."
A New Perspective on Life
Gabby reflects on how her brother's passing altered her perspective on life. She discusses the lessons learned about resilience, gratitude, and the importance of cherishing every moment.
"when you look back at that moment um post Daniel's passing what do you think what advice would you give to someone on how to properly grieve um in hindsight with your wisdom now about that situation a..."
Stepping into Broadcasting
Gabby shares her journey into broadcasting, detailing her first steps in the industry. She discusses the challenges she faced and the determination required to succeed in a competitive field.
"on top of that sort of you know workaholism um how did Daniel's passing change your perspective of Life generally and you know one I'll be honest when I read um about the passing of Daniel there was t..."
Starting at Sky Sports
In this segment, Gabby talks about her early experiences at Sky Sports. She reflects on the learning curve and the excitement of being part of major sporting events, establishing her presence in the broadcasting world.
"age 19 Metro FM that's your sort of first step into uh broadcasting yeah very few people in this in this world will ever reach the heights that you've reached in broadcasting but so many of them would..."
Climbing the Career Ladder
Gabby offers advice for those starting at the bottom of their careers. She emphasizes the importance of hard work, perseverance, and the willingness to learn from every experience.
"then eventually Sky call and you end up going to work for Sky Sports yeah at 25 years old I was younger than that yeah because that was a year after I joined Metro which I would have been 22 so 23 so ..."
Navigating a Male-Dominated Industry
Gabby discusses her experiences working in a male-dominated industry. She shares the challenges she faced and how she navigated them while maintaining her authenticity and confidence.
"to progress for anyone that's listening to this that has big dreams of you know going into certain industries especially Industries where there's seems to be quite um at the very top it seems to be qu..."
Confronting Sexism
In this segment, Gabby addresses the issue of sexism in the workplace. She shares personal anecdotes and discusses the importance of advocating for equality and respect in professional environments.
"your next period of life was at Sky um which was as you write about it in the book a very sort of male dominated egotistical environment how did that shape you how did that impact you go walking into ..."
The Power of Storytelling
Gabby talks about her podcast and book, emphasizing the importance of storytelling in connecting with others. She shares insights on how her experiences have shaped her narratives.
"in the talk about the 90s it's quite hard for us for someone like myself to imagine the culture in an office and in a working environment at that time when I was reading some of the um the quotes from..."
Navigating Menopause
In this segment, Gabby discusses her experiences with menopause. She shares insights on the physical and emotional changes, emphasizing the importance of open conversations about women's health.
"is a side hustle in my bedroom so it's crazy it's crazy um you know now we've got these cameras which is mad yeah on that point of the midlife crisis thing is there any truth in that are there regrets..."
Understanding Midlife Crisis
Gabby explores the concept of a midlife crisis, discussing its relevance and how it manifests in people's lives. She reflects on her own experiences and the societal pressures surrounding this phase.
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Facing Cancer in the Family
Gabby opens up about finding out her husband had cancer. She shares the emotional turmoil and the impact it had on their family, highlighting the importance of support during difficult times.
"discovered you had you were going through menopause um at the age of 47 yeah I realized I had perimenopausal symptoms because I didn't really know what it was I just felt this sense of like oh nothing..."
The Role of Kenny
Gabby discusses her partner Kenny and the support he provides. She reflects on their relationship and how they navigate challenges together, emphasizing the importance of partnership.
"long story short he ended up having his prostate removed and um had prostate cancer so um yeah we we in terms of a mid-life a midlife journey in a midlife experience there was a lot a lot going on the..."
Maintaining Strong Relationships
Gabby shares advice for maintaining solid relationships. She discusses communication, understanding, and the importance of nurturing connections with loved ones.
"he's your like you know for throughout this conversation I've really got a sense that this person is your rock totally I was trying to think of a bigger superlative than Rock but um yeah he is he's um..."
Final Thoughts from Gabby
In the concluding segment, Gabby answers a guest question, reflecting on her journey and the lessons learned along the way. She emphasizes the importance of resilience and staying true to oneself.
"because you know you've been in this relationship with with Kenny I'm gonna guess I'm gonna say 22 years 21 20 yeah 99 so yeah 20 coming up for um 24 years 24 when we met we met January 99. [Music] if..."
The Power of Vulnerability
Gabby discusses the importance of vulnerability in her book and how it can resonate with readers. She emphasizes that her experiences can help others navigate their own challenges, particularly regarding menopause and personal struggles.
"open the book so the question that's been left for you not knowing that it was for you is or interesting what would you do if you absolutely weren't afraid if I had no fear I would when my kids have l..."
Empathy Through Understanding
In this segment, Gabby highlights the significance of understanding menopause, not just for women but for the men in their lives as well. She shares how her book aims to foster empathy and awareness about women's experiences.
"like I'm working about I always wanted to work in American TV so I would go right I'm gonna just go bang on the doors of execs and and if you could write write the job role what would the job role be ..."
A Book for Everyone
Gabby concludes by emphasizing that her book is relevant for all audiences, regardless of age or gender. She expresses gratitude for the opportunity to share her story and the importance of open conversations about personal challenges.
"that's that's been rattling around in the back of my head for a long time when you said earlier that you wanted your own talk show I was like I could 100 see that yeah you have all the attributes you ..."