A unique listening experience for the next generation of sports fans to interact with the stories about the people, and the plays that make an industry. In each episode we will get into the culture of women’s sports. Breaking down what’s good, what’s bad, and what’s weird. We’ll hear from athletes , and experts paving the way for future, and sometimes we will go back in time to see how we got here in the first place.
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Female rappers are more visible than ever, in large part because of new media. The same thing is happening in women’s sports. We are seeing the collision of generational talent, and media exposure allowing for the growth of the women’s game. What similarities are we seeing? What’s different? And how can both industries work together to create momentum for exponential growth? Joining me on the podcast to talk about how women’s sports can be apart of the next 50 years of hip-hop if female rappers are leading the way is music journalist @sowmyak Clock starts now! Tik-Tok!
Ten years ago, Emily Infeld won bronze in the 10,000 meters at the World Championships in Beijing. A breakout moment and a historic podium finish for American women’s distance running. In this anniversary episode, Emily looks back on that moment and the years that led to it: the injuries, the pressure, and the complex feelings that came with crossing the finish line ahead of expectations.
One of the wildest moments in track and field history unfolded at the 2016 Olympics during the women’s 4x100m relay. From baton fumbles and lane chaos to lost spikes and late-night second chances, Olympic gold medalist English Gardner takes us behind the scenes to relive the race that nearly unraveled, but ultimately made history.
For decades, the mile has been a proving ground in distance running, but its legacy has mostly been written by men. The four-minute mile? Iconic. But when Diane Leather became the first woman to break five minutes, the world barely noticed. Women’s records have never carried the same cultural weight. That’s where Sharada Maddox comes in. As co-founder and race director of the Crenshaw Mile, she’s not just organizing a race—she’s asserting a women’s place in the legacy of the mile and making sure Crenshaw is part of the story.
Achieving your dreams can be just as terrifying as not chasing them at all. In this episode I'm joined by Olympic gold medalist and World Champion Courtney Okolo to talk about what happens after you reach the pinnacle of your sport. We discuss the transition from dreaming to achieving—and then to redefining what comes next. Spoiler alert! Success isn’t just about reaching a goal—it’s about continuously growing, learning, and being open to new possibilities. Courtney’s journey reflects the reality that even after achieving greatness, there’s always more to discover about yourself.