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LGBTQ+ advocate & inclusion speaker

Stephanie Hirst

Transform workplace diversity with Stephanie Hirst, speaker and LGBTQ+ advocate. Stephanie works with organisations to drive inclusion, motivate teams, and unlock potential, delivering award-winning insights from her remarkable radio career and "Believe Achieve" methodology.

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Stephanie Hirst, Speaker | LGBTQ, Radio Host, DEI Advocate
Stephanie Hirst

Stephanie Hirst

London, United Kingdom

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£2k–5k

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Stephanie Hirst's biography

At a glance

  • Host of UK's 'Hit40UK' Sunday top 40 show
  • Notable interviewer of global stars
  • LGBTQ+ advocate and motivational speaker
Stephanie Hirst's remarkable career in radio began at the tender age of 12. Over the years, she has gone on to host some of the most prominent commercial radio shows in the UK, including the nationally acclaimed 'Hit40Uk' Sunday top 40 show for a remarkable 3-year stint. In addition, Stephanie has had the privilege of interviewing some of the biggest stars in the world. Despite facing overwhelming odds and battling a significant internal conflict that threatened to shatter her radio dreams, Stephanie's journey has been a rollercoaster. Her experiences led her to create the awe-inspiring 'Believe Achieve' talk she now shares with others. Through her story, Stephanie aims to educate individuals on LGBTQ+ issues while motivating them to unleash their full potential. Stephanie's exceptional work in the field has earned her numerous accolades, and she continues to inspire teams through her powerful speeches. If you're seeking to empower your team and instil in them the belief that they can achieve their goals, Stephanie is the ideal leader to guide the way.

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Topics, sessions and talks

Believe, Achieve
Stephanie create her 'Believe Achieve' talk to help educate those who want to learn more about LGBTQ+ issues along with motivating people to reach their potential in life. In this talk Stephanie shares her rollercoaster journey, going from entertaining audiences of millions, to having to make the gut-wrenching decision to either throw it all away, take her own life, or believe that she could rise from the ashes of a once celebrated career.

Why we recommend booking Stephanie

Stephanie will inspire your team with her remarkable journey, educate them on LGBTQ+ issues, and motivate them to achieve their full potential. Her powerful story and accolades demonstrate resilience and success, making her the perfect catalyst to empower and transform your team's perspective and aspirations.

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How do I book Stephanie Hirst for my next event?
Email stephanie.hirst@getapeptalk.com or call PepTalk on +44 20 3835 2929 (UK) or +1 737 888 5112 (US), and one of our speaker agents will contact you within hours to confirm Stephanie's availability and fees. If you can, please include your budget upfront – it helps us fast-track your request. It’s also helpful to know the date, format (virtual or in-person), location, and a bit about your audience.
What is Stephanie Hirst's speaking style like?
Stephanie Hirst delivers a first-person narrative talk, Believe Achieve, structured around her career trajectory in radio — from hosting nationally broadcast shows to the personal crisis that preceded her transition — using her own story as the vehicle for both LGBTQ+ education and motivational messaging.
What topics does Stephanie Hirst specialise in?
Stephanie Hirst's session covers LGBTQ+ education, overcoming adversity, and personal resilience through her "Believe Achieve" talk. She built her profile as a commercial radio presenter, hosting the nationally broadcast Hit40UK Sunday top 40 show for three years.
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