In movement—whether through physical activity or community engagement—Dora Atim finds power in reshaping her understanding of self and belonging. As a Global Nike Run Coach and founder of Ultra Black Running, her influence extends to global platforms, including The Vitra Design Museum in Germany, where the first-ever exhibition dedicated to the sportswear giant Nike is …
Today I’m joined by Emily Pritt, former team captain of the NC State Track and Cross Country team, to explore the values, culture and leadership under head coach Laurie Henes that have made NC State a powerhouse. Now working as an agent and marketing director, Emily shares her insights into building a winning culture in …
This summer, it feels like the Games are shifting. There is an excitement around the Paris 2024 Olympics that has been missing for some time. These are the greenest Games to date, we’ve reached gender parity in participation, and only two additional stadiums were built — a major shift in how future host countries might …
Balancing the pressure of elite performance and creating space for family is no easy feat and it might get even more complicated if your child decides to follow in your footsteps. This week we’re diving into the world of legacy, family and the complexities of parenting in the spotlight.
This week, I’m joined by urban anthropologist and lecturer Katrina Johnston-Zimmerman, who is featured in BBC’s 2019 Top 100 Women list for her advocacy on women and girls in urban environments. We discuss how sporting venues can be built to better accommodate female sports fans, the biases inherent in urban design both locally and globally …
Sport is filled with so many narratives about what it’s like to be in the thick of a career, but there aren’t nearly as many stories about what life after professional sport might look like. This week, I’m joined by World Champion Kori Carter, who, after retiring from track and field, was inducted into the …
Every month, half of the population menstruates, yet it’s still considered a taboo topic. This week on the show I’m joined by Christine Yu, an award winning journalist to discuss periods, and performance. Will the big business of women’s sports reshape how we perceive and discuss menstruation? Join us!
Typography is what language looks like. When you think of “track and field,” what font do you see the sport in? What does the design of the sport say about the content it creates and the ways in which it is trying to grow? I reached out to Joe Bosack, the president of an award-winning …
The WNBA is ‘having a moment,’ and “The Power of the Dream” offers insight into the league’s journey to its current impact. The film intimately explores the WNBA’s 2020 season and is directed by Dawn Porter, an award-winning filmmaker and founder of Trilogy Films. Dawn joins me on the show to discuss her start in …
On this episode, a conversation with Professor Amira Rose Davis about the high participation of Black American girls in track and field. We explore why this trend exists and how the cultural tradition of hand games shape the sport we watch today.