Sports Will Save Us All | Inspirational Stories From All Over the Sports World

A weekly podcast where sports are just the beginning. Sports Will Save Us All is an inspirational sports podcast hosted by Sasha Graham, featuring powerful conversations with athletes, coaches, and change-makers about how sports shape mental health, resilience, leadership, and personal growth. Through real-life stories of women in sports, inclusive and adaptive athletics, and athletes overcoming adversity, the show explores how sports change lives—on and off the field. ABOUT Sports Will Save Us All is the wildly popular human interest Sports Podcast based in Arizona and hosted by Sasha Graham. Welcome to the Sports Fam. To be a guest: Contact us on PodMatch or via email at SportsWillSaveUsAll@gmail.com Instagram: @sportswillsaveusall Website: www.SportsWillSaveUsAll.com Popular Topics Include Sports and Mental Health Disability and Sport Non-Profit Sports Organizations Behind the Scenes With Professional Athletes Paralympics and Olympics Disability Sports Organizations Sports Psychology Older Athletes The Rise of Girls & Women's Sports Endurance Running Life After High Level Sports ...and much much more!!

NIL, Recruiting, and the Real Cost of Chasing the Bag | LeRon McCoy (Part 2) 12/30/2025

NIL, Recruiting, and the Real Cost of Chasing the Bag | LeRon McCoy (Part 2) In Part 2 of host Sasha Graham’s in-depth conversation with former NFL wide receiver and sports agent LeRon McCoy, the focus shifts to the fast-changing world of recruiting, NIL deals, athlete representation, and life lessons beyond the field. LeRon pulls back the curtain on what today’s high school and college athletes—and their families—often get wrong during the recruiting and NIL process. From chasing money over fit, to navigating the transfer portal, to managing complex family dynamics, LeRon explains why patience, follow-through, and strong support systems matter more than ever. In this episode, you’ll hear: Why chasing the biggest NIL deal can hurt long-term earning potential How agents evaluate fit vs. money for college programs and teams The emotional reality of recruiting and losing athletes you’ve invested in The importance of parents setting boundaries when money enters the picture How soft skills, routines, and follow-up separate good professionals from great ones LeRon’s “game changer” advice for business, sports, and life This episode is a must-listen for anyone interested in NIL education, college football recruiting, sports business, athlete development, or how lessons learned through sports shape character far beyond the game. Sports Fam, you can find LeRon’s Company LEGACY NIL on Instagram @Legacy.NIL and online at www.LegacyNIL.com. 🎧 This is Part 2 of a two-part interview. Be sure to listen to Part 1 first for the full context. About Sports Will Save Us All podcast Sports Will Save Us All is an inspirational sports podcast hosted by Sasha Graham, featuring powerful conversations with athletes, coaches, and changemakers about how sports shape mental health, resilience, leadership, and personal growth. Through real-life stories of women in sports, inclusive and adaptive athletics, and athletes overcoming adversity, the show explores how sports change lives—on and off the field. On Instagram Online at To be a guest: Contact us on or Via email at /episode/index/show/3396a229-5e30-40fd-83f4-ca83d7ccd9e1/id/39447715

Football, Family, and Building a Legacy | LeRon McCoy (Part 1) 12/29/2025

Football, Family, and Building a Legacy | LeRon McCoy (Part 1) Former NFL wide receiver LeRon McCoy joins host Sasha Graham on Sports Will Save Us All for a wide-ranging, deeply honest conversation about football, identity, and what comes after the game. After an outstanding college career at Indiana University of Pennsylvania, where he was a three-time All-Conference selection and two-time All-American, LeRon was drafted by the Arizona Cardinals in 2005. But his story doesn’t end when football does. In this episode, LeRon opens up about the emotional transition out of the NFL, the loss of athletic identity, and how staying connected to sports helped him find his next chapter. Sasha and LeRon dive into: Life after professional football and the mental health challenges athletes face Family, brotherhood, and growing up alongside NFL legend LeSean “Shady” McCoy Lessons learned from real estate investing and entrepreneurship Why representation matters in business and leadership spaces How LeRon’s journey led him to launch Legacy NIL, helping high school and college athletes navigate the rapidly changing Name, Image, and Likeness (NIL) landscape This episode is a must-listen for fans of NFL podcasts, sports business, athlete transition stories, and conversations about how sports shape who we become long after the final whistle. Sports Fam, you can find LeRon’s Company LEGACY NIL on Instagram @Legacy.NIL and online at www.LegacyNIL.com. 🎧 This is Part 1 of a two-part interview. Be sure to listen to Part 2 next. About Sports Will Save Us All podcast Sports Will Save Us All is an inspirational sports podcast hosted by Sasha Graham, featuring powerful conversations with athletes, coaches, and changemakers about how sports shape mental health, resilience, leadership, and personal growth. Through real-life stories of women in sports, inclusive and adaptive athletics, and athletes overcoming adversity, the show explores how sports change lives—on and off the field. On Instagram Online at To be a guest: Contact us on or Via email at /episode/index/show/3396a229-5e30-40fd-83f4-ca83d7ccd9e1/id/39447690

Lower Your Golf Score With This One Simple Technique| No Huddle Pro Tips With Bob Labbe 12/23/2025

Lower Your Golf Score With This One Simple Technique| No Huddle Pro Tips With Bob Labbe Struggling with long putts? In this No Huddle Pro Tips episode of Sports Will Save Us All, host Sasha Graham sits down with golf putting expert Bob Labbe, author of Putting by the Numbers, to break down a simple, science-based approach to lag putting that helps golfers lower scores and eliminate guesswork on the green. Bob shares how a quantitative putting method, built on physics, friction, and your personal power factor, can help you two-putt consistently on any course—from fast greens to slow ones, even when conditions change. Whether you’re a weekend golfer or a lifelong player, these golf putting tips offer a practical way to turn frustration into confidence. In this episode, you’ll learn: What lag putting really is—and why it matters How green speed affects putting distance Why most golfers under-practice putting How to use math and feel to improve long putts How better putting can save multiple strokes per round If you’re looking for golf improvement tips, lag putting strategies, and a smarter way to approach the most important part of the game, this episode is for you. About Putting by The Numbers Sports Fam, Bob is on instagram and you can find more information about Bob, as well as purchase his books, on his website, . Books About Sports on Sports Will Save Us All Love books about sports? Curious about the stories behind them? Sports Will Save Us All features in-depth podcast interviews with sports book authors, spotlighting the writers shaping the world of sports through powerful non-fiction and unforgettable storytelling. Explore the sports books and authors featured on the podcast at —with direct links to each book and its corresponding author interview. From baseball and football to endurance sports, women’s sports history, mental performance, skiing, hockey, and more, these conversations go beyond the game. 📚🎧 Read the books. Hear the authors. Discover the power of sports. About Sports Will Save Us All podcast Sports Will Save Us All is an inspirational sports podcast hosted by Sasha Graham, featuring powerful conversations with athletes, coaches, and changemakers about how sports shape mental health, resilience, leadership, and personal growth. Through real-life stories of women in sports, inclusive and adaptive athletics, and athletes overcoming adversity, the show explores how sports change lives—on and off the field. On Instagram Online at /episode/index/show/3396a229-5e30-40fd-83f4-ca83d7ccd9e1/id/39024610

How Sports Build Inclusive Leaders and Expand What’s Possible | Carlee Wolfe 12/16/2025

How Sports Build Inclusive Leaders and Expand What’s Possible | Carlee Wolfe In this episode of Sports Will Save Us All, host Sasha Graham is joined by Carlee Wolfe, leadership strategist, coach, and founder of Ace & Arrow, for a powerful conversation about self-limiting beliefs, inclusive leadership, and the lessons sports teach us about navigating life and work. Carlee shares how her background in athletics—and her deep connection to adaptive and inclusive sports, including sitting volleyball—shaped her approach to leadership, coaching, and personal development. Together, Sasha and Carlee explore how sports create space for every brain and every body, and why curiosity, clarity, and courage are essential skills both on the court and in our careers. The conversation also dives into the often-overlooked challenges athletes face when transitioning out of competition, especially within adaptive sports, and how leadership skills developed through sports are frequently undervalued—or misunderstood—in traditional career pathways. This episode is a must-listen for anyone interested in women in sports, inclusive leadership, athlete transition, sports and personal growth, and using sport as a vehicle for social change. In this episode, we discuss: How sports expose and challenge self-limiting beliefs Why inclusive and adaptive sports matter—for everyone Lessons from sitting volleyball that translate to leadership and life The hidden leadership skills athletes carry beyond competition Navigating career transitions after sports Why sports remain one of our most powerful tools for connection and belonging ABOUT CARLEE Carlee Wolfe works with individuals and organizations to build stronger leaders, healthier cultures, and more inclusive systems. You can connect with Carlee on LinkedIn or learn more about her work at . About Sports Will Save Us All podcast Sports Will Save Us All is an inspirational sports podcast hosted by Sasha Graham, featuring powerful conversations with athletes, coaches, and changemakers about how sports shape mental health, resilience, leadership, and personal growth. Through real-life stories of women in sports, inclusive and adaptive athletics, and athletes overcoming adversity, the show explores how sports change lives—on and off the field. On Instagram Online at To be a guest: Contact us on or Via email at /episode/index/show/3396a229-5e30-40fd-83f4-ca83d7ccd9e1/id/39138910

Girls’ Wrestling: Shaping Identity, Confidence, and Growth| Nyasia Jennings 12/12/2025

Girls’ Wrestling: Shaping Identity, Confidence, and Growth| Nyasia Jennings In this special episode of Sports Will Save Us All, host Sasha Graham connects with Nyasia Jennings, one of the original athletes featured in the award-winning documentary LUCHA: A Wrestling Tale—the powerful film that followed New York City’s first all-girls high school wrestling team. Now more than ten years removed from her time on the mat, Nyasia reflects on how girls’ wrestling shaped her confidence, identity, and resilience during some of her most formative years. She shares what it was like growing up in front of the camera, the lasting impact of wrestling as a young woman, and the influence of coach Josh Lee, whose belief in his athletes continues to ripple through their lives today. This honest, funny, and deeply reflective conversation explores how sports—especially girls’ wrestling—can help young athletes find their voice, build strength beyond the physical, and carry life lessons long after competition ends. If you care about women in sports, girls who wrestle, youth athletics, or the long-term impact of coaching, this episode is a must-listen. ABOUT LUCHA: A Wrestling Tale Sports Fam, you can find Lucha: A Wrestling Tale on Apple and Amazon right now, links below. I really recommend that you watch this movie and then go on to learn more about all of this at and you can follow the club on Instagram @luchawrestlingclub. #luchawrestling #lucha #girlswhowrestle #wrestlelikeagirl #wrestling #sportswillsaveusall Apple- Amazon- About Sports Will Save Us All podcast Sports Will Save Us All is an inspirational sports podcast hosted by Sasha Graham, featuring powerful conversations with athletes, coaches, and changemakers about how sports shape mental health, resilience, leadership, and personal growth. Through real-life stories of women in sports, inclusive and adaptive athletics, and athletes overcoming adversity, the show explores how sports change lives—on and off the field. On Instagram Online at To be a guest: Contact us on or Via email at /episode/index/show/3396a229-5e30-40fd-83f4-ca83d7ccd9e1/id/39374960

Inside LUCHA: How Girls’ Wrestling Builds Strength, Trust, and Opportunity | Josh Lee 12/09/2025

Inside LUCHA: How Girls’ Wrestling Builds Strength, Trust, and Opportunity | Josh Lee In this episode of Sports Will Save Us All, host Sasha Graham sits down with Josh Lee, the wrestling coach featured in the award-winning documentary LUCHA: A Wrestling Tale, now streaming on Apple TV and Amazon. Together, Sasha and Josh explore the lives of the young female wrestlers at the center of the film—especially Shirley, whose determination and resilience reflect the heart of girls’ wrestling and the power of sport to create opportunity. Josh shares an honest look at the challenges many of these athletes face both on and off the mat, including homelessness, food insecurity, and systemic inequities, and how wrestling became a lifeline. The conversation also dives into the ethics of storytelling in underserved communities, the rapid growth of the nonprofit Lucha Wrestling Club, and what it truly means to coach with compassion, trust, and accountability. Josh reflects on how authentic sports storytelling can spark change—and why wrestling is uniquely positioned to empower young women who are often overlooked. LUCHA is more than a wrestling documentary—it’s a testament to the transformative power of girls’ sports and a catalyst for hundreds of middle school and high school girls discovering wrestling for the first time. ABOUT LUCHA: A Wrestling Tale Sports Fam, you can find Lucha: A Wrestling Tale on Apple and Amazon right now, links below. I really recommend that you watch this movie and then go on to learn more about all of this at and you can follow the club on Instagram @luchawrestlingclub. Apple- Amazon- About Sports Will Save Us All podcast Sports Will Save Us All is an inspirational sports podcast hosted by Sasha Graham, featuring powerful conversations with athletes, coaches, and changemakers about how sports shape mental health, resilience, leadership, and personal growth. Through real-life stories of women in sports, inclusive and adaptive athletics, and athletes overcoming adversity, the show explores how sports change lives—on and off the field. On Instagram Online at To be a guest: Contact us on or Via email at /episode/index/show/3396a229-5e30-40fd-83f4-ca83d7ccd9e1/id/39259885

From Addiction to Bare Knuckle Boxing: Fighting for Recovery, Motherhood, and Purpose | Brooke Evans 12/02/2025

From the NFL to Life Coaching: Overcoming Injury, Identity Loss, and Building Purpose After Football | John Youboty Jr. 11/25/2025

From the NFL to Life Coaching: Overcoming Injury, Identity Loss, and Building Purpose After Football | John Youboty Jr. What happens when the dream ends—and you’re forced to reinvent yourself? In this powerful episode of Sports Will Save Us All, host Sasha Graham sits down with John Youboty Jr., former NFL defensive lineman, Temple University standout, and current ICF-certified executive and life coach, to explore what it truly takes to transition from elite athletics to a purpose-driven life beyond sports. John’s journey is anything but ordinary. After earning Second Team All–Big East honors at Temple, he signed with the Denver Broncos as an undrafted free agent, beating impossible odds to make it to the NFL. But like so many professional athletes, his career was cut short by a torn Achilles, forcing him to confront the reality of the league’s brutal truth: “Not For Long.” From there, the story goes deeper. John opens up about: The mental and emotional toll of career-ending injuries Losing identity after football and rebuilding from the inside out Lessons learned playing alongside NFL greats like Peyton Manning Why the hardest workers are always the best players The unseen challenges young professional athletes face with money, pressure, and trust Sasha and John also dive into his extraordinary personal history. Born to parents who fled the Liberian Civil War, John spent years of his childhood living in West Africa, witnessing war firsthand before returning to the U.S. That experience shaped his perspective on adversity, gratitude, and opportunity—and continues to influence how he approaches leadership, coaching, and life. Now the founder of Supreme Coaching Group, John works as an executive and life coach, helping athletes, entrepreneurs, and high performers master mindset, align with purpose, and navigate major life transitions. He explains what ICF certification really means, how coaching differs from therapy, and why the most successful people in the world—from CEOs to elite athletes—all have coaches. This episode explores: Athlete transition after the NFL Mental resilience and identity beyond sports Executive coaching and performance psychology Immigration, legacy, and cultural perspective Real estate investing, entrepreneurship, and reinvention Why self-mastery always comes before external success John’s story is a reminder that sports may open the door—but who you become after the final whistle matters even more. If you’re navigating change, redefining success, or searching for purpose after a major life shift, this episode will resonate deeply. ABOUT JOHN Sports Fam, you can find John’s Supreme Coaching Group online at and on Instagram . John is also on LinkedIn by searching John Youboty Jr. About Sports Will Save Us All podcast Sports Will Save Us All is an inspirational sports podcast hosted by Sasha Graham, featuring powerful conversations with athletes, coaches, and changemakers about how sports shape mental health, resilience, leadership, and personal growth. Through real-life stories of women in sports, inclusive and adaptive athletics, and athletes overcoming adversity, the show explores how sports change lives—on and off the field. On Instagram Online at To be a guest: Contact us on or Via email at /episode/index/show/3396a229-5e30-40fd-83f4-ca83d7ccd9e1/id/38870675

Warning: This Episode May Make You Want to Run | Jeffrey Weiss 11/18/2025

Warning: This Episode May Make You Want to Run | Jeffrey Weiss On this week’s episode of Sports Will Save Us All, Sasha sits down with Jeffrey Weiss—author of the wildly inspiring book Racing Against Time. Jeffrey didn’t lace up for his first 10K until the age of 48, but once he did, he never looked back. In his 50s and early 60s he went on to complete more marathons than most people care to count, knocked out two Ironman races, survived twice the notoriously brutal 56-mile ultramarathon in South Africa, and somehow decided that wasn’t enough… so he ran a 72-mile ultramarathon around Tahoe for good measure. In this conversation, Jeffrey shares what pushed him to start running later in life, how he built the mental and physical toughness to keep going, and why he believes it’s never too late to chase something big. And yes, Sasha admits she’s a bit irritated with him—because his book is so good, so compelling, and so annoyingly motivating that she’s now wondering whether her long-held “13.1 miles is my limit” belief might not be true after all. If you’ve ever thought you were too old, too busy, or too late to try something new, Jeffrey’s story might just convince you otherwise. ABOUT JEFFREY WEISS Find a link to purchase Jeffrey’s book, Racing Against Time, on our website, , or wherever you like to purchase books. Jeff is on Instagram @Jeffrey.Weiss.Author and online at . About Sports Will Save Us All podcast Sports Will Save Us All is an inspirational sports podcast hosted by Sasha Graham, featuring powerful conversations with athletes, coaches, and changemakers about how sports shape mental health, resilience, leadership, and personal growth. Through real-life stories of women in sports, inclusive and adaptive athletics, and athletes overcoming adversity, the show explores how sports change lives—on and off the field. On Instagram Online at To be a guest: Contact us on or Via email at Books About Sports on Sports Will Save Us All Love books about sports? Curious about the stories behind them? Sports Will Save Us All features in-depth podcast interviews with sports book authors, spotlighting the writers shaping the world of sports through powerful non-fiction and unforgettable storytelling. Explore the sports books and authors featured on the podcast at SportsWillSaveUsAll.com—with direct links to each book and its corresponding author interview. From baseball and football to endurance sports, women’s sports history, mental performance, skiing, hockey, and more, these conversations go beyond the game. 📚🎧 Read the books. Hear the authors. Discover the power of sports. /episode/index/show/3396a229-5e30-40fd-83f4-ca83d7ccd9e1/id/38832825

Active Volcanoes to Extreme Filmmaking: Inside a No Ordinary Life | Chris Barron 11/11/2025

Active Volcanoes to Extreme Filmmaking: Inside a No Ordinary Life | Chris Barron What does it take to film inside an active volcano, deep underground in uncharted caves, or alongside lava lakes, seals, and astronauts—and keep your cool while doing it? This week on Sports Will Save Us All, host Sasha Graham sits down with Chris Barron, an award-winning documentary producer, director, and series producer whose career reads like an adventure novel. Chris has spent over a decade creating high-stakes science and expedition films for the BBC, National Geographic, PBS, and Smithsonian Channel, and he’s worked in some of the most extreme environments on Earth—from the Democratic Republic of Congo to Namibia, Venezuela, and beyond. Chris is also the host of the gripping podcast No Ordinary Monday, where he interviews people with jobs that push the limits of human courage—like landmine clearers, cave explorers, and special effects experts who literally blow things up for a living. In this wide-ranging conversation, Sasha and Chris explore what extreme filmmaking has in common with elite sport: preparation under pressure, mental toughness, adaptability, and the ability to perform when everything is on the line. In this episode, you’ll hear: How Chris went from forensic and molecular biology to filmmaking for the world’s biggest science networks Why turning down a £33,000 bonus changed the trajectory of his life What it’s really like to camp inside an active volcano with lava bombs landing nearby The moment a director had a panic attack deep inside a cave—and how Chris stepped up to lead Why extreme film crews need the same mindset as professional athletes The mental and physical preparation required to work in life-threatening environments A jaw-dropping story about wisdom tooth extraction using hypnosis—no anesthetic How problem-solving, trust, and teamwork make or break survival in extreme conditions At its core, this episode is about choosing passion over comfort, thriving under pressure, and understanding that performance—whether in sports, science, or storytelling—is as much mental as it is physical. If you’re fascinated by adventure, resilience, human limits, elite performance, filmmaking, science, or the psychology of pressure, this is an episode you won’t forget. About No Ordinary Monday Sports Fam, you can find Chris’s podcast, No Ordinary Monday wherever you listen to podcasts and online at and on Instagram You can see more about his production company Frontier Films at FrontierFilms.TV. About Sports Will Save Us All podcast Sports Will Save Us All is an inspirational sports podcast hosted by Sasha Graham, featuring powerful conversations with athletes, coaches, and changemakers about how sports shape mental health, resilience, leadership, and personal growth. Through real-life stories of women in sports, inclusive and adaptive athletics, and athletes overcoming adversity, the show explores how sports change lives—on and off the field. On Instagram Online at To be a guest: Contact us on or Via email at /episode/index/show/3396a229-5e30-40fd-83f4-ca83d7ccd9e1/id/38800290

99 Rules We Need | No Huddle Pro Tips with Sandy Cohan 11/04/2025

99 Rules We Need | No Huddle Pro Tips with Sandy Cohan Welcome back to "No Huddle Pro Tips," our new special Sports Will Save Us All segment where we take 15 minutes to get great tips from experts in their field on living our very best lives. This week, Sandy Cohan shares insights from his books, '99 Rules Every Athlete Needs to Know' and '99 Rules Every Sport Parent Needs to Know,' emphasizing the foundational aspects of mindset, the role of parents, and the significance of fun in sports. The conversation explores how to foster growth, focus on controllables, and the difference between locking in and blocking out distractions. Sandy's practical tips aim to help athletes and parents navigate the challenges of sports and life. Sports Fam, you can find Sandy online at SandyCohan.com and on instagram @SandyCohanOfficial. Go to our website, and visit our “Books on the Show” page to find a direct link to 99 Rules Every Athlete Needs to Know and 99 Rules Every Sport Parent Needs to Know. Holidays are coming up, seem like great books for the athletes and the sports parents in your life! Books About Sports--Sports Will Save Us All Love books about sports? Curious about the stories behind them? Sports Will Save Us All features in-depth podcast interviews with sports book authors, spotlighting the writers shaping the world of sports through powerful non-fiction and unforgettable storytelling. Explore the sports books and authors featured on the podcast at SportsWillSaveUsAll.com—with direct links to each book and its corresponding author interview. From baseball and football to endurance sports, women’s sports history, mental performance, skiing, hockey, and more, these conversations go beyond the game. 📚🎧 Read the books. Hear the authors. Discover the power of sports. About Sports Will Save Us All podcast Sports Will Save Us All is an inspirational sports podcast hosted by Sasha Graham, featuring powerful conversations with athletes, coaches, and changemakers about how sports shape mental health, resilience, leadership, and personal growth. Through real-life stories of women in sports, inclusive and adaptive athletics, and athletes overcoming adversity, the show explores how sports change lives—on and off the field. On Instagram Online at To be a guest: Contact us on or Via email at /episode/index/show/3396a229-5e30-40fd-83f4-ca83d7ccd9e1/id/38630310

The Smashing Machine | Sports on Screen 10/28/2025

Badassery After 50 | No Huddle Pro Tips with Timothy Ward 10/21/2025

Leaving a Legacy | Coach Tre Hickem & the Mountain Ridge Lions 10/14/2025

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A Legendary Broadcaster Turns the Page and Discovers Gold | Steve Physioc 09/30/2025

A Legendary Broadcaster Turns the Page and Discovers Gold | Steve Physioc What happens when a legendary sports broadcaster swaps the mic for the mountains—and a pen? Emmy Award-winning broadcaster Steve Physioc joins Sports Will Save Us All to reflect on his incredible 35-year career behind the mic, calling games for the Royals, Angels, Reds, and Giants, plus stints covering the NFL, NBA, and NCAA on ESPN, FOX Sports, and TBS. But Steve isn’t just a voice of the game—he’s a storyteller at heart. Since retiring from broadcasting in 2022, he’s embraced a bold new chapter: writing fiction. Sports Fam, you can find Steve’s books in all of the places you buy books, and remember that we now have a dedicated page on for all of the authors and books we’ve had on the show with links to purchase to make it super easy for you. You can learn more about Steve at and he’s on Instagram . Books About Sports--Sports Will Save Us All Love books about sports? Curious about the stories behind them? Sports Will Save Us All features in-depth podcast interviews with sports book authors, spotlighting the writers shaping the world of sports through powerful non-fiction and unforgettable storytelling. Explore the sports books and authors featured on the podcast at SportsWillSaveUsAll.com—with direct links to each book and its corresponding author interview. From baseball and football to endurance sports, women’s sports history, mental performance, skiing, hockey, and more, these conversations go beyond the game. 📚🎧 Read the books. Hear the authors. Discover the power of sports. About Sports Will Save Us All podcast Sports Will Save Us All is an inspirational sports podcast hosted by Sasha Graham, featuring powerful conversations with athletes, coaches, and changemakers about how sports shape mental health, resilience, leadership, and personal growth. Through real-life stories of women in sports, inclusive and adaptive athletics, and athletes overcoming adversity, the show explores how sports change lives—on and off the field. On Instagram Online at To be a guest: Contact us on or Via email at /episode/index/show/3396a229-5e30-40fd-83f4-ca83d7ccd9e1/id/38379770

The Rolling Pilot Who Rewrote the Rules of Flight | Michael Glen 09/23/2025

We Went to a Roller Derby Bout! | Sasha Graham 09/22/2025

He Built What Didn't Exist, Changing The Game for Thousands| Gregg Baumgarten 09/16/2025

He Built What Didn't Exist, Changing The Game for Thousands| Gregg Baumgarten Sports Will Save Us All host Sasha Graham sits down this week with Gregg Baumgarten, a pioneering leader in adaptive sports and disability athletics whose work has transformed opportunities for athletes with physical disabilities across Arizona and the United States. Gregg’s journey began in the 1980s as an Adaptive Physical Education teacher, where he witnessed firsthand the lack of competitive sports opportunities for students with disabilities. Determined to change the system, he went on to found what is now Arizona Disabled Sports, co-found the Desert Challenge Games, and help organize the first National Power Soccer Tournament, a milestone in adaptive and Paralympic-style competition. Over a 34-year career in public education, Gregg has served as a coach, administrator, and national advocate for inclusive sports, holding leadership roles on the boards of Disabled Sports USA and Adaptive Sports USA (now Move United). His legacy has helped shape a more accessible, competitive, and empowering sports landscape for people with disabilities. If you’re searching for podcasts about sports and disability, adaptive athletics, or inclusive sports leadership, this episode highlights how sport can create opportunity, dignity, and community for athletes of all abilities. You can find Arizona Disabled Sports on Instagram @AZDisabledSports and online at ArizonaDisabledSports.com. Special thanks to listener Teresita Swisher Krenytzky for recommending Gregg for the show. About Sports Will Save Us All podcast Sports Will Save Us All is an inspirational sports podcast hosted by Sasha Graham, featuring powerful conversations with athletes, coaches, and changemakers about how sports shape mental health, resilience, leadership, and personal growth. Through real-life stories of women in sports, inclusive and adaptive athletics, and athletes overcoming adversity, the show explores how sports change lives—on and off the field. On Instagram Online at To be a guest: Contact us on or Via email at /episode/index/show/3396a229-5e30-40fd-83f4-ca83d7ccd9e1/id/38189195

An NBA Center’s Next Play | Michael Ruffin 09/09/2025

Derby's Stone Cold Jane Austen Rolls In For a Chat | Devoney Looser 09/02/2025

Derby's Stone Cold Jane Austen Rolls In For a Chat | Devoney Looser This week on Sports Will Save Us All, host Sasha Graham dives into the wild, rebellious side of women’s sports—on and off the screen. Sparked by her love for the 2009 roller derby cult classic Whip It, Sasha explores what it truly means to find your identity through sport, especially as a woman navigating grit, growth, and expectations. Joining her in the studio is the remarkable Dr. Devoney Looser—Regents Professor of English at Arizona State University, Jane Austen expert, and yes... roller derby powerhouse known as Stone Cold Jane Austen. Together, they unpack the empowering intersections of sports, literature, feminism, and community. From Devoney’s unexpected journey into roller derby, and the enduring power of Austen, this episode is a vibrant ride through the ways sports can shape who we are. Find Devoney’s latest book Wild for Austen: A Rebellious, Subversive, and Untamed Jane wherever books are sold. Follow her at www.devoneylooser.com, and check out the ASU Derby Devils on Instagram . Books About Sports--Sports Will Save Us All Love books about sports? Curious about the stories behind them? Sports Will Save Us All features in-depth podcast interviews with sports book authors, spotlighting the writers shaping the world of sports through powerful non-fiction and unforgettable storytelling. Explore the sports books and authors featured on the podcast at SportsWillSaveUsAll.com—with direct links to each book and its corresponding author interview. From baseball and football to endurance sports, women’s sports history, mental performance, skiing, hockey, and more, these conversations go beyond the game. 📚🎧 Read the books. Hear the authors. Discover the power of sports. About Sports Will Save Us All podcast Sports Will Save Us All is an inspirational sports podcast hosted by Sasha Graham, featuring powerful conversations with athletes, coaches, and changemakers about how sports shape mental health, resilience, leadership, and personal growth. Through real-life stories of women in sports, inclusive and adaptive athletics, and athletes overcoming adversity, the show explores how sports change lives—on and off the field. On Instagram Online at To be a guest: Contact us on or Via email at /episode/index/show/3396a229-5e30-40fd-83f4-ca83d7ccd9e1/id/37946965

Cold Plunges, Aaron Rodgers, and The Other Sasha Graham | Sasha Graham 08/26/2025

An ESPN Statistician Pulls Back the Curtain | Kirk McCarley 08/19/2025

An ESPN Statistician Pulls Back the Curtain | Kirk McCarley What do you get when you combine a lifelong love of sports, razor-sharp analytics, and a deep appreciation for human connection? This week’s guest, Kirk McCarley! With over 30 years at ESPN, Kirk has witnessed the evolution of sports statistics from raw data to real-time storytelling. In this energizing conversation, Kirk shares his journey from behind-the-scenes stat supplier to a key interpreter of the game, offering a fascinating look at how sports broadcasting has changed—and where it’s headed. From the impact of rule changes and the power of networking to balancing analytical rigor with emotional intelligence, Kirk dives deep into what it really takes to thrive in the high-stakes world of sports media. Plus, he drops some seriously wise (and wonderfully unexpected) advice on creativity, productivity, and the simple power of movement. If you've ever wondered how numbers can bring sports to life, this episode is for you. Sports Fam, you can find Kirk online at and his book, "Thoughts for My Kids...and Other People's Kids” is available in ebook and paperback in all the typical places, including our own personal favorite, Books About Sports--Sports Will Save Us All Love books about sports? Curious about the stories behind them? Sports Will Save Us All features in-depth podcast interviews with sports book authors, spotlighting the writers shaping the world of sports through powerful non-fiction and unforgettable storytelling. Explore the sports books and authors featured on the podcast at SportsWillSaveUsAll.com—with direct links to each book and its corresponding author interview. From baseball and football to endurance sports, women’s sports history, mental performance, skiing, hockey, and more, these conversations go beyond the game. 📚🎧 Read the books. Hear the authors. Discover the power of sports. About Sports Will Save Us All podcast Sports Will Save Us All is an inspirational sports podcast hosted by Sasha Graham, featuring powerful conversations with athletes, coaches, and changemakers about how sports shape mental health, resilience, leadership, and personal growth. Through real-life stories of women in sports, inclusive and adaptive athletics, and athletes overcoming adversity, the show explores how sports change lives—on and off the field. On Instagram Online at To be a guest: Contact us on or Via email at /episode/index/show/3396a229-5e30-40fd-83f4-ca83d7ccd9e1/id/37846590

Smashing Records | Jeff Seckendorf 08/12/2025

The Massive Quest to Break the Velodrome Hour Record | Jeff Seckendorf 08/11/2025

Training Champions, Building Pros | Clance Laylor 08/05/2025

A Journey of 7,000 Miles. 2012: A Bicycle Odyssey | Thomas Brown 07/29/2025

A Journey of 7,000 Miles. 2012: A Bicycle Odyssey | Thomas Brown A decade after Thomas Brown, author of 2012: A Bicycle Odyssey, lost his older brother, Marc, to suicide, he set out on a 7,000-mile bicycle odyssey across the United States—a six-month journey of healing, reflection, and purpose. In this deeply personal episode, host Sasha Graham talks with Thomas about what drove him to take on such an ambitious quest, how the ride reshaped his understanding of grief, and how sports—especially endurance sports—can help us process trauma and connect more deeply with ourselves and others. Sports Fam, you can find 2012: A Bicycle Odyssey wherever you buy books, and if you visit Thomas’s website, you will find all sorts of cool things like photos of the tour, along with a link to purchase. You can also see gorgeous current photos that Thomas has taken on his on instagram account @Tao_Of_Rant. ⚠️ Content Warning: This episode includes discussion of suicide. If you or someone you know is struggling, please call or text 988 for free and confidential support, 24/7. Books About Sports--Sports Will Save Us All Love books about sports? Curious about the stories behind them? Sports Will Save Us All features in-depth podcast interviews with sports book authors, spotlighting the writers shaping the world of sports through powerful non-fiction and unforgettable storytelling. Explore the sports books and authors featured on the podcast at SportsWillSaveUsAll.com—with direct links to each book and its corresponding author interview. From baseball and football to endurance sports, women’s sports history, mental performance, skiing, hockey, and more, these conversations go beyond the game. 📚🎧 Read the books. Hear the authors. Discover the power of sports. About Sports Will Save Us All podcast Sports Will Save Us All is an inspirational sports podcast hosted by Sasha Graham, featuring powerful conversations with athletes, coaches, and changemakers about how sports shape mental health, resilience, leadership, and personal growth. Through real-life stories of women in sports, inclusive and adaptive athletics, and athletes overcoming adversity, the show explores how sports change lives—on and off the field. On Instagram Online at To be a guest: Contact us on or Via email at /episode/index/show/3396a229-5e30-40fd-83f4-ca83d7ccd9e1/id/37514375

Muscles, Myths & Milestones: Women Who Changed the Game | Haley Shapley 07/22/2025

Muscles, Myths & Milestones: Women Who Changed the Game | Haley Shapley In this episode of "Sports Will Save Us All," host Sasha Graham dives into the fascinating history of women's athleticism with guest Haley Shapley, author of "Strong Like Her." From the circus stars of the early 1900s to modern-day trailblazers, discover how women have defied societal norms and reshaped the world of sports. Explore the stories of athletes who have not only excelled in their fields but also advocated for women's rights and empowerment. Join us as we celebrate the strength, resilience, and evolution of women in sports. Sports Fam you can find Haley on Instagram @HaleyShapley and if you visit her website, HaleyShapely.com. Strong Like Here is available wherever you buy books. Books About Sports--Sports Will Save Us All Love books about sports? Curious about the stories behind them? Sports Will Save Us All features in-depth podcast interviews with sports book authors, spotlighting the writers shaping the world of sports through powerful non-fiction and unforgettable storytelling. Explore the sports books and authors featured on the podcast at SportsWillSaveUsAll.com—with direct links to each book and its corresponding author interview. From baseball and football to endurance sports, women’s sports history, mental performance, skiing, hockey, and more, these conversations go beyond the game. 📚🎧 Read the books. Hear the authors. Discover the power of sports. About Sports Will Save Us All podcast Sports Will Save Us All is an inspirational sports podcast hosted by Sasha Graham, featuring powerful conversations with athletes, coaches, and changemakers about how sports shape mental health, resilience, leadership, and personal growth. Through real-life stories of women in sports, inclusive and adaptive athletics, and athletes overcoming adversity, the show explores how sports change lives—on and off the field. On Instagram Online at To be a guest: Contact us on or Via email at /episode/index/show/3396a229-5e30-40fd-83f4-ca83d7ccd9e1/id/37277545

The Aussie Rules Footy Athlete Determined to Change Lives | Ryan Downey 07/15/2025

Sick of Sports Injuries? Start Here. | Henry Abbott 07/08/2025

Sick of Sports Injuries? Start Here. | Henry Abbott Sasha's guest today is Henry Abbott, a fellow child of the Oregon countryside who grew up to become an NBA fanatic, an award-winning journalist, the leader of ESPN’s 60-person NBA digital and print team—and now, the author of a groundbreaking new book, Ballistic: The New Science of Injury-Free Athletic Performance. In this lively and insightful conversation, Henry and Sasha explore the powerful intersection of sports, movement, and injury prevention. They talk about the biomechanics behind athletic performance, the joy of movement rooted in our childhood experiences, and the surprising ways storytelling shapes our understanding of sports. Henry shares key insights from Ballistic, including the role of personalized training, how the wrong footwear can derail performance, and why embracing play is essential—not just for athletes, but for anyone who moves. Sports fam, you can find lots more info about Henry online at , and his book, “Ballistic: The New Science of Injury-Free Athletic Performance” is available right now wherever you buy your books. Books About Sports--Sports Will Save Us All Love books about sports? Curious about the stories behind them? Sports Will Save Us All features in-depth podcast interviews with sports book authors, spotlighting the writers shaping the world of sports through powerful non-fiction and unforgettable storytelling. Explore the sports books and authors featured on the podcast at SportsWillSaveUsAll.com—with direct links to each book and its corresponding author interview. From baseball and football to endurance sports, women’s sports history, mental performance, skiing, hockey, and more, these conversations go beyond the game. 📚🎧 Read the books. Hear the authors. Discover the power of sports. About Sports Will Save Us All podcast Sports Will Save Us All is an inspirational sports podcast hosted by Sasha Graham, featuring powerful conversations with athletes, coaches, and changemakers about how sports shape mental health, resilience, leadership, and personal growth. Through real-life stories of women in sports, inclusive and adaptive athletics, and athletes overcoming adversity, the show explores how sports change lives—on and off the field. On Instagram Online at To be a guest: Contact us on or Via email at /episode/index/show/3396a229-5e30-40fd-83f4-ca83d7ccd9e1/id/36924410

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