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In 1973 Chrissie Evert and Martina Navratilova met on a tennis court in Ohio. Over the next sixteen years they would play 80 times, revolutionize women’s sport and forge a unique and enduring friendship. Rivals is a serialized audio drama written and produced by Tim Farrell. www.rivalspod.com
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The Forward Podcast with Lance Armstrong gives the audience a rare and revealing listen into Armstrong's conversations with an eclectic range of personalities—some well-known, others simply with intriguing stories to tell. Guests, which hail from the worlds of politics, entertainment, art, business, sport and beyond, have included Malcolm Gladwell, Neil deGrasse Tyson, Chris Evert and the Avett Brothers. The Forward often touches on the theme, or concept, from which the podcast’s name is dra ...
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At the 2023 US Open, the United States Tennis Association celebrates 50 years of equal pay—a milestone spearheaded by legendary champion Billie Jean King and, a group of women tennis players who demanded equal compensation. Hosted by ESPN’s Chris McKendry and presented by J.P. Morgan, Equal Play: 50 Years of Equal Pay in Tennis offers conversations with trailblazing female athletes from tennis and beyond—on topics like motherhood, mental health, women in leadership roles and more.
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Talks with legendary persuaders, marketers and copywriters - these are the Geniuses Of Copywriting.
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As a sportscaster on ESPN and ABC for three and a half decades, I can’t tell you how many times a week someone asks me “Fowler, Who you got?” (I think most of them are seeking tips on their football or tennis bets!). These days I tell them “I’ve got” a roster of great guests sharing their stories, passions, and life experiences. This isn’t a sports podcast, but you’ll recognize many of my friends from the sports world. Wherever this pod takes us (humor, music, travel, wellness, reinvention, ...
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NBA Star Blake Griffin. The Forward w/ Lance Armstrong
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Lance catches up with Blake in Austin for a South By Southwest panel. They talk about their love of sports and becoming veteran athletes, balancing sport, and family, and embarking on a 2nd career after sports, including Blakes's passion for humor, TV, and film.
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Michael Chernow reflects on his journey of resilience and redemption | The Forward w/Lance Armstrong
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An extraordinary journey of resilience and redemption with Michael Chernow. From a tough upbringing to a harrowing near-death experience due to addiction, Chernow's story is a testament to the resilience. Beyond his culinary accomplishments as the co-founder of The Meatball Shop and founder of Seamore's, a sustainable seafood restaurant chain, Cher…
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Billy Walters Talks Sports Betting, Jail & His Relationship with Phil Mickelson
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Lance is joined by Billy Walters, entrepreneur, philanthropist, best-selling author, and one of the most accomplished sports bettors of all time. They discuss how his tough upbringing influenced the trajectory of his life, his sports betting methods, what led up to his conviction for insider trading, his experience in jail, and how it impacted who …
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Ken Rideout on Overcoming Addiction & Running 155 Miles Through Mongolia
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On this episode of The Forward, Lance is joined by Ken Rideout, host of The Fight with Teddy Atlas Podcast and an avid runner, speaker, and investor. They discuss how Ken became one of the World’s top over-50 runners, his journey overcoming addiction, Jake Paul’s impact on the sport of boxing, and Ken’s recent victory in the Gobi March; a 155-mile,…
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Ep 6: Equal pay for all with Rebecca Lobo and Sam Saperstein
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In our last episode, we explore the issue at the very heart of the podcast: equal pay for all. More than 50 years ago, Billie Jean King and the Original Nine paved the way for fair pay. Several generations of athletes in their stead have continued the fight, including basketball star and broadcaster Rebecca Lobo. As a UConn championship winner and …
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Ep 5: Women take the lead with Lesley Visser and Stacey Allaster
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Seeing women in leadership roles off the court is just as important as highlighting our star athletes—and US Open tournament director Stacey Allaster and sports journalist Lesley Visser know this firsthand. Stacey and Lesley are two of the “firsts” in their respective fields of sports management and sports broadcasting. They join host Chris McKendr…
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Ep 4: Motherhood with Dara Torres and Taylor Townsend
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For years, women athletes were expected to give up competing when they became mothers. But some pushed back against expectations, like Dara Torres: a 12-time Olympic medal-winning swimmer. At the age of 41, two years after giving birth to her daughter, Dara became the oldest swimmer to compete on the U.S. Olympic team. We’ll also hear from American…
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Ep 3: The mental game with Laurie Hernandez
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Being an elite athlete isn’t just hard on the body—it can also test an athlete’s mental wellness. After her gold and silver medal-winning appearance in the 2016 Olympics in Rio de Janeiro, gymnast Laurie Hernandez reported her longtime coach for abusive behavior. Laurie joins host Chris McKendry to discuss what it took to publicly address her strug…
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Ep 2: Chris Evert’s star turn helps raise the game
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When a 16-year-old Chris Evert made it to the semifinals of the 1971 US Open, a star was born—helping steer women’s tennis toward exciting new heights. From there, Chris dominated, claiming 18 Grand Slam singles titles and winning an astounding 125 consecutive matches on clay courts. Known for her calm demeanor on the court, Chris has left her mark…
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Ep 1: The legacy of the Original Nine with Rosie Casals and Sloane Stephens
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At the 1973 US Open, male and female champions received equal prize money for the first time, 86 years after the first women competed in a national championship in the U.S. in 1887. Just weeks before, the Women’s Tennis Association was established, creating a tour that united women’s professional tennis. The founding of the WTA was the result of th…
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Equal Play: 50 Years of Equal Pay in Tennis | Official Trailer
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At the 2023 US Open, the United States Tennis Association celebrates 50 years of equal pay—a milestone spearheaded by legendary champion Billie Jean King and, a group of women tennis players who demanded equal compensation. Hosted by ESPN’s Chris McKendry and presented by J.P. Morgan, Equal Play: 50 Years of Equal Pay in Tennis offers conversations…
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Inga Thompson on Transgender Athletes in Sports
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In the final episode of this series, Lance sits down with Inga Thompson, a retired cyclist who is a three-times Olympian, ten-times National Champion, three-times World Medalist, and two-times podium finisher of the Women's Tour de France. Together, they discuss the backlash Inga received after voicing her opinion on the topic of transgender athlet…
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Carole Hooven on Transgender Athletes in Sports
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In the sixth episode of this series, Lance is joined by Carole Hooven, PhD, Evolutionary Biologist at Harvard University. She also wrote the book, T: The Story of Testosterone, the Hormone that Dominates and Divides Us, which focuses on testosterone and sex differences. Together, they discuss the science around testosterone in relation to this tran…
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Anne Lieberman & Chris Mosier on Transgender Athletes in Sports
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In the fifth installment of this series, Lance is joined by Anne Lieberman and Chris Mosier, to further explore the topic of transgender athletes in sports. Anne Lieberman is the Director of Athlete Ally, whose mission is to end homophobia and transphobia in sports and to activate the athletic community to exercise their leadership to champion LGBT…
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Michael Shermer on Transgender Athletes in Sports
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Join Lance in the fourth installment of this series focusing on transgender athletes in sports, as he is accompanied by writer and founding publisher of Skeptic magazine, Michael Shermer. They discuss the current regulations surrounding transgender athletes in sports, the lack of science in and around this topic, and what this conversation will loo…
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Dr. Eric Vilain on Transgender Athletes in Sports
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In the third part of this series, Lance sits down with Eric Vilain, M.D., Ph.D., a physician-scientist and professor with a background in genetics of sexual development. Together, they explore the intricacies of transgender athletes in sports, discussing the problem with outright bans, the notion of a level playing field in sports, and the possibil…
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Roger Pielke Jr. on Transgender Athletes in Sports
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Join Lance in the second part of this thought-provoking series, as he engages in a conversation with Roger Pielke Jr., a professor at the University of Colorado Boulder with a background in the governance of sports organizations. Together, they take a nuanced approach to the topic of transgender athletes in sports, and discuss the Caster Semenya ca…
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Caitlyn Jenner on Transgender Athletes in Sports
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In the inaugural episode of this series, Lance and Caitlyn Jenner, an accomplished media personality and Olympic gold medal-winning decathlete, delve into the compelling topic of transgender athletes in sports. As both a trans woman and athlete, Caitlyn provides her invaluable insights and impassioned viewpoint, shedding light on the crucial aspect…
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A revealing and inspiring conversation with my broadcast partner about her career on the court and in the booth, and how adversaries became friends. Chrissie opens up about how cancer changed her, what it has taught her, and her important message to all of us about caring for our own health. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…
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Drummer for Hootie & the Blowfish in a raw, honest, inspiring conversation. His passion for soccer put “Soni” on an incredible path that led to his band mates, rock stardom, addiction, recovery and faith. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By Chris Fowler & Jennifer Dempster
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Stellar sportscasters together in our first Father-Son episode. Lots of laughs, behind the scenes stories, and tales from the family business with play-by-play icon Ian Eagle and superb, fast rising Noah Eagle. Just three sports guys shooting the…. breeze. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…
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First from her country (Bangladesh) to climb highest peak on all 7 continents, plus the ultimate challenge, K2. From a remarkable life as an adventurer and humanitarian, she shares stories of her climbs, trauma and healing, self discovery and forgiveness, and her close friendship with the Dalai Lama. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy informat…
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“Ted Lasso” Co-creator, co-writer, Executive Producer. We talk “Ted,” sports, his “Five Years in Amsterdam,” Celebrity Jeopardy, our long ago chance meeting in a Chicago bar, and our encounters with a feisty Burt Reynolds. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By Chris Fowler & Jennifer Dempster
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Rick Doblin, Ph.D., founder and executive director of the Multidisciplinary Association for Psychedelic Studies, joins Lance to discuss the use of psychedelic-assisted therapy to treat PTSD. They also discuss the policies surrounding psychedelics, the future of psychedelic-assisted therapy, and how Rick raised a wolf when he was 21 years old.…
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JAMES CLEAR: “ATOMIC HABITS” Author (#1 Best Seller)
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Insightful conversation on invaluable tools to develop good habits and break bad ones. How small changes can lead to huge results. Plus ways to accomplish more in less time and using social media for personal growth. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By Chris Fowler & Jennifer Dempster
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World Cup analysis and storytelling straight from the TV studio in Doha. Fun, face-paced conversation with the US Soccer legend and broadcaster: the pride of playing for your country, how soccer connects the globe, and forecasting the future of the USMNT. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…
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