Canada in the Milano Cortina Olympics
Echoes of Champions
One week into the 2026 Winter Olympics in Milan/Cortina, and the Games are already delivering unforgettable performances—and major controversy. In this episode, we break down the medal table after Week 1, highlighting Canada’s early results and the global storylines shaping the competition. We unpack the cheating allegations emerging in Speed Skating, Curling, and Figure Skating, and what they reveal about integrity, officiating, and pressure on the world’s biggest stage. We also discuss the impact of Lindsey Vonn’s injury and what it means for Team USA and the narrative of her...
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#3 - The Dream Team
Echoes of Champions
On this episode, we extract the key learnings from The Dream Team by Jack McCallum, a behind-the-scenes account of the legendary 1992 U.S. Olympic men’s basketball team—the first to feature NBA superstars. McCallum, who covered the team as a journalist, shares insider stories, personal dynamics, and untold moments involving icons like Michael Jordan, Magic Johnson, and Larry Bird. The book goes beyond the games to reveal how this group of all-time greats came together, dominated the Barcelona Olympics, and transformed basketball into a truly global sport.
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#2 - Ralph Mellanby & Hockey Night in Canada
Echoes of Champions
Walking with Legends by Ralph Mellanby is a behind-the-scenes memoir from one of hockey's most influential and innovative broadcasters. Drawing on his years with Hockey Night in Canada, Mellanby shares personal stories and insights from working with the game’s legends, transforming how sport stories are shared around the world and covering defining moments in hockey history, revealing how the iconic sport broadcasting show evolved over time.
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#1 - Bobby Orr
Echoes of Champions
In Orr's autobiography, he offers a humble, honest reflection on his life and legendary career. Rather than glorifying fame, the story emphasizes values—obsession, standard of excellence, culture, and legacy. He shares stories of growing up in Parry Sound, Ontario, navigating pressure and injury, and staying grounded amid historic success. It’s not just a hockey memoir, but a thoughtful account of character, sacrifice, and what it truly means to be a champion—on and off the ice.
info_outlineWalking with Legends by Ralph Mellanby is a behind-the-scenes memoir from one of hockey's most influential and innovative broadcasters. Drawing on his years with Hockey Night in Canada, Mellanby shares personal stories and insights from working with the game’s legends, transforming how sport stories are shared around the world and covering defining moments in hockey history, revealing how the iconic sport broadcasting show evolved over time.