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Sports Will Save Us All | A Sports Podcast Where Sports Are Just the BeginningFive Kidney Donors, One Record-Breaking Climb for Life | Dr. Matt HarmodyThis week on Sports Will Save Us All, Sasha sits down with Dr. Matthew Harmody—retired ER physician, endurance athlete, living kidney donor, and author of Ascending America. In 2017, Matt donated a kidney to a complete stranger. A few years later, he joined four other living kidney donors on an audacious mission: climb the highest point in all 50 U.S. states in under 43 days and set a Guinness World Record. Five donors. Fifty peaks. One RV. Endless snow, summit fever, team tension—and a powerful purpose. In this conversation, Matt breaks down: The truth abou...
2026-02-2442 min
Sports Will Save Us All | A Sports Podcast Where Sports Are Just the BeginningWhy Injured Athletes Keep Playing and The Truth About Recovery | Dr. Tommy RheeWhen elite athletes limp off the field only to return minutes later, most of us wonder the same thing: How is that even possible? And maybe more importantly — is it wise? In this episode of Sports Will Save Us All, Sasha sits down with sports chiropractor and regenerative-medicine expert Dr. Tommy Rhee to unpack the real science of injury recovery — from the sidelines of the NFL to everyday athletes trying to heal smarter. Sasha and Dr. Rhee dive into the high-pressure reality of professional sports, where contracts, performance expectations, and identity can push athletes back into...
2026-02-1733 minSports Will Save Us All | A Sports Podcast Where Sports Are Just the BeginningHow to Choose the Right Bike (and Actually Enjoy Riding) | No Huddle Pro Tips with Jeff SeckendorfThinking about getting into cycling — but not sure where to start? In this No Huddle Pro Tips episode of Sports Will Save Us All, Sasha Graham sits down with master cyclist and coach Jeff Seckendorf to break down the essentials of getting started with cycling the right way. From choosing the right bike and understanding why bike fit matters more than price, to finding a comfortable saddle, learning about clip-in pedals, preventing pain, fixing flats, and building confidence on the road, this conversation is packed with practical advice for beginner and returning riders alike.
2026-02-1025 min
Sports Will Save Us All | A Sports Podcast Where Sports Are Just the BeginningLIVE from Dick's House of Sport: Pretty Precise Step Team & Why Youth Sports MatterSports Will Save Us All goes LIVE from Dick's House of Sport in Glendale, Arizona for a powerful, joy-filled community celebration with the Pretty Precise Step Team—and the voices of the kids who remind us why sports matter in the first place. Host Sasha Graham is on location for a special event honoring Pretty Precise's five-year anniversary, including a $5,000 grant from the Dick's Sporting Goods Sports Matter Foundation to support their mission of empowering young girls through step, discipline, sisterhood, and confidence. In this episode, you'll hear from: Leaders at Dick's House of Sp...
2026-02-0342 min
Sports Will Save Us All | A Sports Podcast Where Sports Are Just the BeginningSled Head : Former Team USA Bobsledder on Hidden Brain Injuries, CTE, and Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy | William PersonWhen we watch Olympic bobsledding, it looks fast, thrilling—and smooth. But for the athletes inside the sled, it's anything but. As the Winter Olympics approach, host Sasha Graham sits down with William Person, a former Team USA bobsledder who competed for nine seasons after an elite career in track and field. What followed his retirement was a decade-long descent into confusion, memory loss, migraines, emotional darkness, and symptoms that no one—doctors included—could explain. In this powerful and eye-opening conversation, William shares what many athletes are only now beginning to understand: bobsledders experi...
2026-01-2736 min
Sports Will Save Us All | A Sports Podcast Where Sports Are Just the BeginningHow Step Dance Builds Confidence, Culture, and Community | Pretty Precise Step TeamIn this special re-release of Sports Will Save Us All, host Sasha Graham spotlights the powerful story of the Pretty Precise Step Team, a dynamic girls' step dance organization based in Arizona. Founders and coaches Lateka Curtis and Cheyenne James, a mother–daughter duo, share how step dance—rooted in African and HBCU traditions—has become a life-changing sport that builds confidence, discipline, sisterhood, and leadership for young girls. This episode explores step as a sport and cultural art form, the impact of teamwork and accountability, and how Pretty Precise empowers at-risk youth through performance, education, and commun...
2026-01-2045 minSports Will Save Us All | A Sports Podcast Where Sports Are Just the BeginningMarty Supreme: Is This a Sports Movie or A Fever Dream? | Sports on ScreenIs Marty Supreme actually a sports movie… or something else entirely? In this Sports on Screen episode of Sports Will Save Us All, host Sasha Graham and co-host Steve Bollinger break down one of the most bizarre, divisive sports films in recent memory. Directed by Josh Safdie and starring Timothée Chalamet, Marty Supreme follows a hustling, narcissistic ping pong prodigy whose pursuit of greatness raises big questions about ambition, obsession, and the true cost of athletic success. The conversation dives into: Whether Marty Supreme works as a sports movie at all ...
2026-01-1345 min
Sports Will Save Us All | A Sports Podcast Where Sports Are Just the BeginningBMX Champ to Prison to Purpose | Chad DunnIn this powerful episode of Sports Will Save Us All, host Sasha Graham sits down with Chad Dunn, founder and CEO of MOVE Human Performance Center, to explore a journey defined by extreme highs, devastating lows, and profound transformation. Once a nationally ranked BMX rider, Chad's life took a sharp turn that led to federal prison—a turning point that forced him to confront identity, accountability, and the consequences of his choices. Through sports, personal development, and plenty of help along the way, Chad rebuilt his life and emerged with a renewed sense of purpose. Ch...
2026-01-0643 min
Sports Will Save Us All | A Sports Podcast Where Sports Are Just the BeginningNIL, 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:...
2025-12-3026 min
Sports Will Save Us All | A Sports Podcast Where Sports Are Just the BeginningFootball, 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...
2025-12-2930 min
Sports Will Save Us All | A Sports Podcast Where Sports Are Just the BeginningHow Sports Build Inclusive Leaders and Expand What's Possible | Carlee WolfeIn 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...
2025-12-1646 min
Sports Will Save Us All | A Sports Podcast Where Sports Are Just the BeginningGirls' Wrestling: Shaping Identity, Confidence, and Growth| Nyasia JenningsIn 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 wo...
2025-12-1242 min
Sports Will Save Us All | A Sports Podcast Where Sports Are Just the BeginningInside LUCHA: How Girls' Wrestling Builds Strength, Trust, and Opportunity | Josh LeeIn 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, an...
2025-12-0942 min
Sports Will Save Us All | A Sports Podcast Where Sports Are Just the BeginningFrom 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 t...
2025-11-2541 min
Sports Will Save Us All | A Sports Podcast Where Sports Are Just the BeginningWarning: This Episode May Make You Want to Run | Jeffrey WeissOn 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. I...
2025-11-1851 min
Sports Will Save Us All | A Sports Podcast Where Sports Are Just the BeginningActive Volcanoes to Extreme Filmmaking: Inside a No Ordinary Life | Chris BarronWhat 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 C...
2025-11-1156 min
Sports Will Save Us All | A Sports Podcast Where Sports Are Just the BeginningThe Smashing Machine | Sports on ScreenSteve joins Sasha in studio for this raucous episode of Sports on Screen featuring the new Dwayne Johnson movie, The Smashing Machine! About Sports on Screen Sports on Screen is the recurring sports movie review series from Sports Will Save Us All, featuring host Sasha Graham and co-host Steve Bollinger. In each episode, Sasha and Steve review classic sports movies, cult favorites, and unforgettable sports films with humor, sharp commentary, and lively banter. From iconic underdog stories to wildly unrealistic game-day moments, Sports on Screen explores how sports movies reflect competition, culture, and the human s...
2025-10-2852 min
Sports Will Save Us All | A Sports Podcast Where Sports Are Just the BeginningLeaving a Legacy | Coach Tre Hickem & the Mountain Ridge LionsFor this week's episode Sasha sits down with Coach Tre Hickem and a group of dedicated flag and tackle football student-athletes from Mountain Ridge High School; JT, Ethan, Teymur and Sophia, to talk about the volunteer work they're doing to make a difference in the lives of elementary school kids and the profound effects this work has had on their own lives. These players are living proof that sports aren't just about touchdowns and trophies—they're about heart, growth, and connection. Coach Hickem shares his passion for building a positive team culture, while his players op...
2025-10-1448 min
Sports Will Save Us All | A Sports Podcast Where Sports Are Just the BeginningThe Rolling Pilot Who Rewrote the Rules of Flight | Michael GlenWhat does it take to defy gravity—literally and figuratively? This week on Sports Will Save Us All, host Sasha Graham sits down with Michael Glen, known around the world as The Rolling Pilot, to explore that question from 2,000 feet in the air. Michael became the world's first paraplegic licensed hot air balloon pilot after a life-altering car accident in 1996 left him paralyzed from the waist down. Told he couldn't, he spent 10 years proving he could—and in 2006, he did just that. Since then, he's flown around the globe, inspired others to follow in his path, and comp...
2025-09-2346 minSports Will Save Us All | A Sports Podcast Where Sports Are Just the BeginningWe Went to a Roller Derby Bout! | Sasha GrahamIt's another 10-minute take! Host Sasha Graham shares exciting updates about Sports Will Save Us All's new Patreon launch, recounts a memorable (and very wet!) school-wide, family camping trip, discusses the latest in WNBA playoffs, and explores the vibrant culture of roller derby in Arizona. 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
2025-09-2211 min
Sports Will Save Us All | A Sports Podcast Where Sports Are Just the BeginningHe Built What Didn't Exist, Changing The Game for Thousands| Gregg BaumgartenSports 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 m...
2025-09-1652 min
Sports Will Save Us All | A Sports Podcast Where Sports Are Just the BeginningAn NBA Center's Next Play | Michael RuffinFormer NBA center Michael Ruffin stops by the Sports Will Save Us All studio to chat with host Sasha Graham about the weird life of a pro athlete, and what happens after the buzzer sounds—navigating early retirement, finding new purpose, and staying mentally strong in the face of big transitions. They discuss the evolving nature of sports fandom and the importance of mental resilience in and out of sports. Ruffin shares insights from his journey as a player, parent, coach, and now as the basketball program director at Scottsdale's brand new basketball facility, Swysh Den, emphasizing the...
2025-09-0944 min
Sports Will Save Us All | A Sports Podcast Where Sports Are Just the BeginningDerby's Stone Cold Jane Austen Rolls In For a Chat | Devoney LooserThis 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 sp...
2025-09-0250 minSports Will Save Us All | A Sports Podcast Where Sports Are Just the BeginningCold Plunges, Aaron Rodgers, and The Other Sasha Graham | Sasha GrahamIn this solo episode of Sports Will Save Us All, host Sasha Graham takes a moment to reflect on a whirlwind summer and the ever-evolving journey of podcasting. From celebrating recognition by the Women Who Podcast Awards to sharing personal lessons on vulnerability and growth, Sasha opens up about what's been happening behind the mic. She dives into surprising research about cold plunges (are they actually holding back your gains?), shares a story about a moment of pure "sporty joy," and yes—she even weighs in on the mystery surrounding Aaron Rodgers' wife. With thoughtful ins...
2025-08-2630 min
Sports Will Save Us All | A Sports Podcast Where Sports Are Just the BeginningThe Massive Quest to Break the Velodrome Hour Record | Jeff SeckendorfToday's episode originally dropped in December of 2023 and we are releasing it again now for a very exciting reason. When Jeff Seckendorf and Sasha orignally spoke, he was training for an attempt at breaking the national velodrome hour record in the 70-74 age group. At the time, Jeff promised to come back after his attempt to share how it went, and he did! We will release our follow-up episode with Jeff tomorrow, but wanted to give you the chance to revisit the original episode before Jeff's triumphant return to the show tomorrow. Enjoy! Jeff Seckendorf doesn't seem t...
2025-08-1141 min
Sports Will Save Us All | A Sports Podcast Where Sports Are Just the BeginningTraining Champions, Building Pros | Clance LaylorIn this week's episode of Sports Will Save Us All, host Sasha Graham sits down with legendary strength coach Clance Laylor — the man behind elite athletes like hockey phenom P.K. Subban and national weightlifting champ Maya Laylor. But this isn't just about PRs and podiums. It's about resilience, routine, and raising the bar — in sport and in life. Coach Clance opens up about his journey from Olympic hopeful to world-class coach after a career-ending injury changed everything. He shares hard-earned wisdom from over 30 years in the trenches: why young athletes are falling behind in basic preparation, how...
2025-08-0546 min
Sports Will Save Us All | A Sports Podcast Where Sports Are Just the BeginningA Journey of 7,000 Miles. 2012: A Bicycle Odyssey | Thomas BrownA 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...
2025-07-2943 min
Sports Will Save Us All | A Sports Podcast Where Sports Are Just the BeginningMuscles, Myths & Milestones: Women Who Changed the Game | Haley ShapleyIn 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...
2025-07-2250 min
Sports Will Save Us All | A Sports Podcast Where Sports Are Just the BeginningThe Aussie Rules Footy Athlete Determined to Change Lives | Ryan DowneyIn this episode of Sports Will Save Us All, Sasha Graham sits down with Ryan Downey—athlete, coach, and executive director of East Atlanta Kids Club—for a dynamic conversation about the power of sports to shape lives and build communities. Ryan shares his journey through soccer, rugby, and Aussie rules football, and how those experiences fueled his commitment to youth development and nonprofit leadership. From the challenges of working in underserved communities to the importance of resilience, Ryan explains why sports are more than just games—they're tools for transformation. If you care about kids...
2025-07-1549 min
Sports Will Save Us All | A Sports Podcast Where Sports Are Just the BeginningSick of Sports Injuries? Start Here. | Henry AbbottSasha'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. Hen...
2025-07-0856 minSports Will Save Us All | A Sports Podcast Where Sports Are Just the BeginningHappy Fourth of July | Sasha's 10-Minute TakeIn today's 10-Minute Take, Sasha opens up about how sports can been a powerful source of strength, inspiration, connection, and motivation—especially during life's toughest moments. 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
2025-07-0409 min
Sports Will Save Us All | A Sports Podcast Where Sports Are Just the BeginningYour Best Days are Ahead of You | Alycia CarrilloIn this empowering episode of Sports Will Save Us All, host Sasha Graham talks with strength and conditioning coach Alycia Carrillo about how personal experience, education, and empathy are reshaping the way women approach fitness—especially after 30. Alycia's journey is anything but typical: she walked on to the USC track team as a sophomore and went on to earn not one, but two master's degrees—a Master of Science in Sports Medicine from Lund University in Sweden, and a Master of Science in Sport Psychology from the University of Kentucky. With experience coaching in collegiate programs, private gyms...
2025-06-1749 minSports Will Save Us All | A Sports Podcast Where Sports Are Just the BeginningAaron Rodgers is MARRIED?! | Sasha's 10-Minute Take 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
2025-06-1109 min
Sports Will Save Us All | A Sports Podcast Where Sports Are Just the BeginningThe Athleticism of Art and the Artistry of Athletics | Jared RedickThis week, host Sasha Graham welcomes an extraordinary guest whose career embodies the perfect fusion of athleticism and artistry: Jared Redick. A former soloist with the San Francisco Ballet, Boston Ballet, Miami City Ballet, and the Suzanne Farrell Ballet, Jared danced professionally for two decades before moving into teaching and directing. Now a full professor and Assistant Dean of Dance at the University of North Carolina School of the Arts, Jared brings unparalleled insight into the world of professional ballet—and what it truly demands, both physically and mentally. In this episode, Sasha and Jared di...
2025-06-1042 minSports Will Save Us All | A Sports Podcast Where Sports Are Just the BeginningWhy Do We Care About Jordon Hudson & Bill Belichick? | Sasha's 10-Minute TakeABOUT 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
2025-06-0510 min
Sports Will Save Us All | A Sports Podcast Where Sports Are Just the BeginningSports on Screen | VARSITY BLUESIn this episode of Sports Will Save Us All, Sasha and Steve fire up the time machine and head back to 1999 to tackle the sweaty, emotionally confused, and gloriously over-the-top football flick Varsity Blues. With whipped cream bikinis, emotionally repressed quarterbacks, and a coach who should probably be in prison, Varsity Blues is the teen sports drama we didn't know we needed—until now. Sasha and Steve break down the film's iconic moments, cringe-worthy life lessons, and the kind of small-town football fever that makes grown men cry into their Bud Light. They dig into th...
2025-06-0352 min
Sports Will Save Us All | A Sports Podcast Where Sports Are Just the BeginningRewiring Pain, Reclaiming Power | Brandon Day Part 2In this special, two-part episode, Sasha sits down with Brandon Day—former college football standout, filmmaker, and founder of NeuroFlow Performance Systems—to hear the remarkable story behind his revolutionary approach to pain and peak performance. From his championship days at Carroll College to appearing on the cover of Sports Illustrated, Brandon's early career was marked by success, discipline, and high performance. But beneath the surface, he battled the invisible wounds of chronic pain and the emotional toll of life after sport. After years of searching for relief through traditional methods—and facing some of his dar...
2025-05-2029 min
Sports Will Save Us All | A Sports Podcast Where Sports Are Just the BeginningRewiring Pain, Reclaiming Power | Brandon Day Part 1In this special, two-part episode, Sasha sits down with Brandon Day—former college football standout, filmmaker, and founder of NeuroFlow Performance Systems—to hear the remarkable story behind his revolutionary approach to pain and peak performance. From his championship days at Carroll College to appearing on the cover of Sports Illustrated, Brandon's early career was marked by success, discipline, and high performance. But beneath the surface, he battled the invisible wounds of chronic pain and the emotional toll of life after sport. After years of searching for relief through traditional methods—and facing some of his dar...
2025-05-2040 min
Sports Will Save Us All | A Sports Podcast Where Sports Are Just the BeginningSasha's Quest to Be Rad | Enjoy this episode of the B.Rad PodcastHey Sports Fam! Remember a couple of weeks ago when Sasha hosted the incredible Brad Kearns (NYT bestselling author, triathlete legend, speed golfing phenom…) on the show? Well, he generously returned the favor, so we're mixing it up this week and sharing an episode of Brad Kearns' podcast, B.Rad, with Sasha in the hot seat! The two of them get into all sorts of interesting topics; how competitive is too competitive? What is the difference between happiness and fun? Where does drive originate and why do some people have it and others don't? Sit ba...
2025-05-131h 02
Sports Will Save Us All | A Sports Podcast Where Sports Are Just the BeginningWhat Would You Tell Your Coach If You Could? | Dr. Sara ErdnerFor this week's episode host Sasha Graham sits down with Dr. Sara Erdner, the author of Dear Coach, for a lively, thoughtful, and enlightening conversation that will resonate with athletes, parents, and especially coaches. Dr. Erdner is passionate about the importance of a healthy coach-athlete relationship, the impact of communication styles on athlete performance, the need for empathy in coaching and the role of autonomy in enhancing athlete resilience. They also discuss the mental health challenges faced by coaches and the importance of recognizing their contributions and supporting their needs as coaches and as humans. ...
2025-05-0645 min
Sports Will Save Us All | A Sports Podcast Where Sports Are Just the BeginningAre We Born to Walk? | Brad KearnsIn this week's episode Sasha sits down with the fascinating Brad Kearns. Brad is a New York Times bestselling author, former two-time US national champion and #3 world-ranked professional triathlete. His is currently an elite masters track & field sprinter and high jumper. He placed 2nd in the 2024 USA Masters National Championships age 55-59 high jump. His 2025 book with Mark Sisson titled Born To Walk exposes the hype and broken promises of the running boom, and how walking extensively every day is a fundamental genetic expectation for human health. You can purchase Born to Walk anywhere you bu...
2025-04-2955 min
Sports Will Save Us All | A Sports Podcast Where Sports Are Just the BeginningFrom Cleats to Code | Walker FergusonIn this episode of Sports Will Save Us All, host Sasha Graham sits down with Wake Forest football player and senior Walker Ferguson—a high school lacrosse standout turned gridiron warrior—who's redefining what it means to be a student-athlete. Walker opens up about navigating the brutal curveballs of COVID, grinding it out on the Wake Forest scout team, and making the leap from cleats to code as co-creator of Ascend Meditations—an AI-powered app designed to help athletes conquer stress and stay mentally sharp. This conversation hits hard on themes of resilience, reinvention, and mental...
2025-04-2232 min
Sasha Graham's Ghost Stories by the FireBloodcurdling BrooklynSend a text💥Spooky Swingers, Rat King of Brooklyn and House of Terror! 3 brand new, TRUE ghost stories recorded live at the Barrow's Intense Tasting Room!Welcome to episode #23 BLOODCURDLING BROOKLYN 👻Sasha Graham’s Ghost Stories by the Fire is a midnight radio show airing on WHNY Western Catskill Radio 93.6FM.Story #1: "Swinging Sister"Storyteller: Finola AustinStory #2: "Rat King of Brooklyn"Storyteller: Alex HaskelStory #3: "Welcome Home"Storyteller: Robin~~~~~~~~~Sasha Graham's...
2025-04-1628 min
Sports Will Save Us All | A Sports Podcast Where Sports Are Just the BeginningLearning to Cope, From Athlete to Advocate | Josh CopelandIn this episode of Sports Will Save Us All, host Sasha Graham interviews Josh Copeland, a former Division 1 football player who faced significant challenges after his sports career ended. Josh shares his journey from being a celebrated athlete to struggling with identity, mental health issues, and alcoholism. He discusses the impact of sports on his self-worth and the difficulties he faced when transitioning to life after sports. Ultimately, Josh reveals his turning point and how he rebuilt his life, focusing on mental health advocacy and personal growth through his company, Learning to Cope. In this conversation, Josh Copeland shares...
2025-04-1540 min
Sports Will Save Us All | A Sports Podcast Where Sports Are Just the BeginningIs Everybody High? A New Era in Cannabis and Sports | Dr. Jeff KoninIn this week's episode of Sports Will Save US all, Sasha Graham and Dr. Jeff Konin explore the evolving relationship between athletes, cannabis and sports, particularly in light of recent events like Sha'Carri Richardson's suspension. They discuss the complexities of cannabis use among athletes, the importance of understanding cannabis terminology, and the therapeutic benefits of cannabinoids. Dr. Konin emphasizes the need for education and responsible use, as well as the challenges faced by athletes in navigating medical guidance and societal perceptions of cannabis. Interested in learning more? Visit www.DrJeffKonin.com or find Dr. Konin on Instagram @d...
2025-04-0942 min
Sports Will Save Us All | A Sports Podcast Where Sports Are Just the BeginningSports on Screen | BLUE CRUSHWhy does Blue Crush still have people talking? Is it the bikinis? The strange CGI? The half-baked romance? Or the furious locals? In this episode of Sports on Screen, Steve and Sasha dive deep into the 2002 cult classic. With wild fun facts, hot takes, and burning questions, this episode is one you won't forget. Who was director John Stockwell hanging out with back in the day? Which surprising celebrity did he date? What happens when your head meets a reef? And how could this so-called "love story" have been way better? We answer all this a...
2025-03-2556 min
Sports Will Save Us All | A Sports Podcast Where Sports Are Just the BeginningThe 12-Time National Boxing Champ That Keeps 'Em Laughing | Cam F. AwesomeIn this episode of Sports Will Save Us All, Sasha is joined by the incredible Cam F. Awesome—12-time national boxing champion, 3-time Olympic Trials champion, and former captain of the USA National Boxing Team. But the stats barely scratch the surface of this man's story. Cam's journey is one of resilience, reinvention, and comedy, and today, he shares the highs and lows that shaped his path. After a heartbreaking setback in 2012, Cam legally changed his name to symbolize a fresh start and a new chapter. What name did he choose? Cam F. Awesome—a name that epit...
2025-03-1846 min
Sports Will Save Us All | A Sports Podcast Where Sports Are Just the BeginningGirls Flag Football Live Draft | On Location With The Cactus Cup LeagueOn February 28, 2025 Arizona's Cactus Cup League, a brand new girls flag football program, followed up its mid-February combine with a live draft in a hotel ballroom in Scottsdale, Arizona. Sasha was invited to attend as a guest speaker and had a chance to interview a few of the key players, along with the founder of the league, Riczer Desvaristes, and General Manager, Whitney Warmus. You can find the Cactus Cup League on Instagram @cactuscupleague and online at Cactus Cup League Join our Sports Fam online! Instagram: @sportswillsaveusall Facebook: @sportswillsaveusall Website: www.SportsWillSaveUsAll.co...
2025-03-1137 min
Sports Will Save Us All | A Sports Podcast Where Sports Are Just the BeginningWheelchair Basketball as a Global Force for Good| Jess MarktIn this week's episode of Sports Will Save Us All, Sasha chats with the remarkable Jess Markt, an internationally acclaimed wheelchair basketball coach and Disability Sport & Inclusion Adviser for the International Committee of the Red Cross. Jess has brought wheelchair basketball programs to over 20 countries, including South Sudan, Afghanistan, and Syria, helping to break down barriers and bring the healing power of sport to communities in need. From his Oregon roots to his life-changing work abroad, Jess shares what he has seen and learned, along with the profound impact sports have on inclusion, empowerment, and resilience. You...
2025-03-0452 min
Sports Will Save Us All | A Sports Podcast Where Sports Are Just the BeginningThe Value of Listening Over Hearing With KC Current's Newest Athletic Trainer | Dr. Sean StoeppelThis week's episode is a fun ride with Dr. Sean Stoeppel, the 25-year-old athletic training whiz who's already taking the sports world by storm. From his time on the field with the United States Deaf Men's National Soccer Team to leveling up as a trainer for the pros with the Kansas City Current, Sean's journey is nothing short of epic. Sasha and Sean talk about what it was like growing up with cochlear implants, how he's making waves at the intersection of sports and training, and the hustle it takes to juggle it all. If you want to...
2025-02-2547 min
Sasha Graham's Ghost Stories by the FireHaunted HerstorySend a text💥An Army of Darkness, Spooky Socialite and Messages from Mom! 3 brand new, TRUE historical ghost stories recorded live at the Barrow's Intense Tasting Room and coming to you from my new home at WHNY 93.6 Western Catskill Radio. Welcome to episode #22 HAUNTED HERSTORY👻Story #1 “THE PHANTOM FLICKER”Storyteller: Susan WandsStory #2 “SPOOKY SLUMBERPARTY”Storyteller: Elizabeth Kerri MahonStort #3 “BLOODCURDLING BOOKCLUB”Storyteller: Hope TarrParanormal Expert: Ethony DawnKris Waldherr and her book Unnatural Creatures: The Nov...
2025-02-2433 min
Sports Will Save Us All | A Sports Podcast Where Sports Are Just the Beginning4-Time Paralympian & Outdoor Enthusiast | Kaitlyn VerfuerthIn one of Sasha's favorite interviews to date, Kaitlyn Verfuerth is in the studio and the energy is through the roof! As a 4-time Paralympian in two different sports, Kaitlyn takes athletic versatility to another level and tackles tough questions on the show like, should we consider people with disabilities 'an inspiration' and, is there a better term than 'able-bodied' for people who are not disabled? Kaitlyn competed in wheelchair tennis at the 2004, 2008, and 2016 Paralympic Games, before transitioning to paracanoe after the 2016 Games, a transition that led her back to the Paralympics in an entirely new sport i...
2025-02-1836 min
Sasha Graham's Ghost Stories by the FireThe Kids Are Not AlrightSend a textBloodsucking Freaks, Basement Dwellers and a Scare B&B story that will FREAK you out, plus 2 more haunting tales on Episode #21: THE KIDS ARE NOT ALRIGHT. Live stories told by children or about creepy children at Sasha Graham's Ghost Stories by the Fire Crowd Sourced Story Sharing Events.Story#1: BASEMENT DWELLERS by Thea MillerStory #2: SCARE B&B by MM DevoeStory #3: SLEEP NO MORE by AlejandroStory #4: BLOODSUCKING FREAKS by SophiaStory #5: HELP! THERE'S A FROG IN MY THROAT by Kira...
2025-02-1625 min
Sasha Graham's Ghost Stories by the FireThe Ghouls Must Go OnSend a textA ghastly monk, hitching horror and murderous warlocks! Why are the performing arts a doorway to paranormal activity? Find out with 3 live, true stories involving Kathleen Turner, Shakespeare and creepy clowns. Bringing you ghost stories from my new home at WHNY 93.6 FM Western Catskill Radio.Story #1 “SCREAMING MONK OF HAMPSTEAD HEATH” by Colin McPhillamyStory #2 “PROVINCETOWN POLTERGEIST” by Heather CarlucciStory #3“CLOWNING AROUND” by ElliotProgram Notes and Info:Sasha Graham’s Ghost Stories by the Fire is a midnight radio...
2025-02-0928 min
Sports Will Save Us All | A Sports Podcast Where Sports Are Just the BeginningThe Meteoric Rise of Girls Flag Football | Whitney WarmusGirls flag football is one of the fastest-growing sports in the United States, and the numbers tell an undeniable story. Once considered a niche activity, girls' flag football has exploded in popularity in just five years—earning a spot in the 2028 Summer Olympics, becoming a fully sanctioned sport in the NAIA, and positioning itself as a potential future NCAA sport. At the high school level, participation has surged to 42,955 girls during the 2023–24 season, marking a staggering 105% year-over-year increase. Nationwide, nearly 500,000 girls ages 6–17 are now playing youth and competitive flag football, signaling a powerful shift in opportunities for female...
2025-02-0446 min
Sasha Graham's Ghost Stories by the FireMother May I Sleep With DangerSend a text💥Demonic possession, bleeding statues and a ghostly mother-in-law! 3 brand new, true ghost stories recorded live and coming to you from my new home at WHNY 93.6 Western Catskill Radio. Welcome to episode #19 MOTHER MAY I SLEEP WITH DANGER👻Sasha Graham’s Ghost Stories by the Fire is a midnight radio show airing on WHNY Western Catskill Radio 93.6FM.Story #1“SKELETON KEY”by casting director Holly Buzcekhttps://hdbcasting.com/the-kitchenStory #2“THE WEEPING STATUE” by JacquelineStory #3 “IS THERE SOMEONE INSIDE YOU?”...
2025-02-0223 min
Sasha Graham's Ghost Stories by the FireSpectral ConnectionsSend a textGhostly roommates, child spirits, and befriending a phantom! How can we live peacefully with the dead when they insist on living with us? Find out how 3 souls dealt with this very issue with 3 true ghost stories recorded live and coming to you from my new home at WHNY 93.6 Western Catskill Radio.Story #1“ECHOS OF THE OIL PAINTING”by Andrea Janes owner of Boroughs of the Dead and author of The Haunted History of Invisible Women.Story #2“THE UNKNOWN ROOMMATE” by Neysa LozanoStory #3 “THE GOL...
2025-01-2625 min
Sports Will Save Us All | A Sports Podcast Where Sports Are Just the BeginningAfter the Last Snap | Andre WilliamsThis week on Sports Will Save Us All host Sasha Graham sits down with former NFL Running back, Andre Williams. Andre played college ball at Boston College where he won the Doak Walker award for best NCAA Running back in 2013 and came 4th in the Heisman vote in a year where Jameis Winston was the winnner, before being drafted to the New York Giants in the 2014 draft. He went on to play four seasons in the league, three with the Giants and one with the Chargers. Andre is a self-described serial entrepreneur who has designed a...
2025-01-2140 min
Sports Will Save Us All | A Sports Podcast Where Sports Are Just the BeginningBeyond the Super Bowl | David Bruton Jr.This week on Sports Will Save Us All, Sasha is talking to the extraordinary Dr. David Bruton Jr, former NFL safety and Super Bowl 50 champion with the Denver Broncos. But David is even more than a football star—he's a dynamic human with layers that go far beyond the gridiron. From becoming a young father while balancing football and pre-med studies at Notre Dame, to navigating the complexities of the NFL locker room as a former sociology major, to pursuing his Doctorate in Physical Therapy after his NFL retirement, David shares how his diverse experiences have shaped who he is...
2025-01-1439 min
Sports Will Save Us All | A Sports Podcast Where Sports Are Just the BeginningThe Strongest Person in the Room | Matthew TaylorAt its core, each Powerlifting competition aims to find the strongest person in the room by pitting lifters against each other in the categories of squat, benchpress and deadlift. On this week's episode, Sasha goes deep with Matthew Taylor, a world champion power lifter who discovered the sport as a teenager. In 2014, he set a national squat record in Canada and won his division at the Powerlifting World Championships. However, Matthew's story is about much more than physical strength, In 2022 an autoimmune condition relegated him to the sidelines and forced him to reevaluate his life and training go...
2025-01-0733 min
Sports Will Save Us All | A Sports Podcast Where Sports Are Just the BeginningCan Science Make Us Win More Games? | Dr. Erik KoremDr. Erik Korem, who holds a doctorate in Exercise Science, is an innovative leader in human performance with more than 15 years of elite experience working with college, professional, and Olympic athletes. He has now turned his extensive knowledge and expertise of sport science and wearable technology to the fast-growing sport of pickleball with the launch of his company, AIM7. Join Sasha as she sits down with Dr. Korem in an attempt to answer the question, is science the key to winning more games? You can download the AIM7 app right now by searching AIM7 in t...
2024-12-3131 min
Sports Will Save Us All | A Sports Podcast Where Sports Are Just the BeginningSports on Screen | Mountain Queen: The Summits of Lhakpa SherpaSasha is joined in studio this week by her Sports on Screen co-host, Steve Bollinger to review Mountain Queen: The Summits of Lhakpa Sherpa. The movie is an incredible new documentary on Netflix about the first Nepali woman to summit and descend Mount Everest, now a single mom working at a Connecticut Whole Foods, heads back to Everest to attempt her 10th summit of the legendary mountain in an effort to make a better life for her two daughters. If you have a sports movie suggestion for the next Sports on Screen review, hit us up at...
2024-12-2444 min
Sports Will Save Us All | A Sports Podcast Where Sports Are Just the BeginningA Hollywood Stuntman Reveals the Tricks of His Trade | Brian HiteIn this episode of Sports Will Save Us All, host Sasha Graham sits down with Brian Hite, a real-life Hollywood stuntman whose career has included over 100 film and TV credits, including Twilight, Righteous Gemstones, the new Superman movie, and a Screen Actors Guild Award for his work on 24. From being hit by cars to jumping off buildings, Brian's job is all about pushing the physical limits, but what sets him apart is his deep understanding of the human mind and in his new book, Begin Again, Brian blends the wisdom of Eastern and Western philosophies to help people unlock...
2024-12-1743 min
Sports Will Save Us All | A Sports Podcast Where Sports Are Just the BeginningFormer Phoenix Suns Center Shines Bright in Arizona | Steven Hunter, Camille RidleySteven Hunter played in the NBA for a decade after being drafted in the first round by the Orlando Magic in 2001. He went on to play for the Phoenix Suns, Philadelphia 76ers, Denver Nuggets, and the Memphis Grizzlies. Steven has an autistic son named Blaise who inspired him to start the Steven Hunter Youth Foundation and on December 18th, for the second time, Steven's foundation will team up with United Cerebral Palsy of Central Arizona to offer a Special Needs Basketball Clinic at the Phoenix Suns Arena that will introduce Kids with Disabilities to the Game.
2024-12-1230 min
Sports Will Save Us All | A Sports Podcast Where Sports Are Just the BeginningPickleball With A Purpose | Evan KuterbachFounder of Canyon Pickleball, Evan Kuterbach, chats with Sasha about his love of athletics, his discovery of the country's fastest growing sport, and what makes his new company stand out in an increasingly crowded pickleball world. Sports fam, you can find Evan's company on Instagram @CanyonPickleBall and online at canyonpickleball.com Join our Sports Fam online! Instagram: @sportswillsaveusall Facebook: @sportswillsaveusall Website: www.SportsWillSaveUsAll.com Want to be a guest on Sports Will Save Us All? Send Sasha Graham a message on PodMatch, here: https://www.podmatch.com/hostdetailpreview/16966997407772582e273...
2024-12-1033 min
Sports Will Save Us All | A Sports Podcast Where Sports Are Just the BeginningThe Astounding Transformation of The Sobriety Gladiator | Ken CoxIn this powerful episode of Sports Will Save Us All, host Sasha Graham welcomes Ken Cox, a former addict and the owner of BoxSTL, a boxing gym in St. Louis. Ken shares his incredible journey from a troubled childhood marked by addiction and legal troubles to becoming a champion of sobriety and empowerment. His new book, Reclaim Sobriety: 12 Rounds of Sobriety, offers insights into how sports, particularly boxing, played a pivotal role in his recovery. Ken discusses the gritty realities of his past, including his struggles with alcoholism from a young age and his transformative experience in the...
2024-11-1939 min
Sports Will Save Us All | A Sports Podcast Where Sports Are Just the BeginningSports on Screen | STICK IT!Sasha is joined in studio this week by her Sports on Screen co-host, Steve Bollinger, and they're diving into a beloved sports classic; the rebellious, high-energy gymnastics movie Stick It! Join them as they hilariously break down the film's anti-establishment vibe, memorable cast—featuring Missy Peregrym, Jeff Bridges, and Vanessa Lengies—and those unforgettable one-liners that still have us laughing. They'll dig into what makes this movie more than just a sports film, from its themes of girl power and friendship to its clever cinematography and bold social commentary. Stick around to hear fun behind-the-scenes facts, like Miss...
2024-10-0143 min
Sports Will Save Us All | A Sports Podcast Where Sports Are Just the BeginningOvercoming Sex Trafficking and Finding Strength in Seduction | Perle NoireIn this episode of Sports Will Save Us All, host Sasha Graham explores the transformative power of movement, creativity, and self-expression with the iconic Perle Noire. As the creator of Healing Through Seduction, Perle empowers women to reclaim their bodies, confidence, and sensuality through the art of burlesque. Join Sasha for an inspiring conversation about the deeper connections and communities that sports and dance foster, going beyond the physical to unlock new levels of self-love and understanding. Perle, who has performed on some of the world's most prestigious stages, shares her journey into burlesque, her connection to Josephine Baker...
2024-09-1046 min
Sports Will Save Us All | A Sports Podcast Where Sports Are Just the BeginningFinding Peace in a Chaotic World | Sasha GrahamJoin host Sasha Graham for a fun and thought-provoking solo episode of Sports Will Save Us All that takes you from the thrill of the Summer Olympics to the often head-scratching world of political attack ads. Sasha explores how the joy of sports can bring us together while politics sometimes seems determined to pull us apart. She shares some surprising lessons from Olympic athletes, tips for finding happiness even when the world feels a little chaotic, and why it's more important than ever to build connections instead of barriers. Don't miss this lively episode that just might inspire you...
2024-08-2018 min
Sports Will Save Us All | A Sports Podcast Where Sports Are Just the BeginningSports on Screen | ARTHUR THE KINGSasha and Steve are back in the studio for their monthly Sports on Screen movie review. This month, they're discussing Arthur the King, a film starring Mark Wahlberg as adventure racer Michael Light. The movie tells the incredible true story of Michael and Arthur, a stray dog who changes Michael's life forever during an epic endurance race. This one was a doozy, folks, and show seems to have gotten through it by pulling out as many dog-related idioms as she could muster. (Special prize for the first person to DM us the total number in this episode!)
2024-07-3049 minSports Will Save Us All | A Sports Podcast Where Sports Are Just the BeginningSports on Screen | YOUNG WOMAN AND THE SEASasha and Steve are back in the studio, this time to dive into Disney's epic new sports movie, "Young Woman and the Sea," starring Star Wars's talented Daisy Ridley. The inspiring narrative, breathtaking visuals and rousing score apparently had their intended effect because, spoiler, both of these amateur movie reviewers loved this movie! Young Woman and the Sea is in a few theaters now and will be streaming on Disney+ soon, but this is definitely a movie worth seeing on the big screen so make that happen if you can! About Sports on Screen Sp...
2024-06-1138 minSports Will Save Us All | A Sports Podcast Where Sports Are Just the BeginningSports on Screen | CHALLENGERSIt's game on, Sports Fam! Sasha and Steve are back with another episode of Sports on Screen, and this time they're taking on the season's hottest tennis movie; CHALLENGERS. Directed by Luca Guadagnino, CHALLENGERS tells the story of Tashi (Zendaya), a tennis prodigy who suffers a career ending injury and turns to coaching her husband to satisfy her own competitive drive. When her husband goes on a losing streak she enters him into a low-level "Challengers" tournament to get his confidence back, only to find him facing his ex-best friend, who is also Tashi's ex-boyfriend, in the climactic final.
2024-05-0849 min
Sports Will Save Us All | A Sports Podcast Where Sports Are Just the BeginningThe Thrilling World of Professional Race Car Driving | Colin GarrettIn this exhilarating episode of Sports Will Save Us All, host Sasha Graham teams up with Sports on Screen co-host Steve Bollinger for a thrilling conversation with race car driver Colin Garrett. Together, Sasha, Steve, and Colin explore Colin's journey in the world of motorsports, discussing his experiences, successes, and challenges as a professional race car driver. From the thrill of high-speed races to the dedication required to excel in the sport, Colin shares insights into what drives him to pursue his passion for racing. Listen in as the trio delves into topics ranging from Colin's racing c...
2024-05-0741 min
Sasha Graham's Ghost Stories by the FireHaunted HotelsSend a textSasha Graham's Ghost Stories by the Fire LIVE StorytellingEpisode #17: "Haunted Hotelsat the Barrow's Intense Tasting Room in Brooklyn, NYCStory Tellers:"Second Sight" told by Heather Carlucci."Mirrored Soul" told by Ed."Stephen King Screamer" told by Robert Ottone.Chapter 1 Second Sight [2:09]Chapter 2 Mirrored Soul [9:10]Chapter 3 Stephen King Screamer [11:09]Robert Ottone's Intagram:https://www.instagram.com/robertottone/Heather Carlucci's Website:https://www.heathercarlucci.com/Sasha Graham's Website:https://www.sashagraham.com/
2024-04-2324 min
Sasha Graham's Ghost Stories by the FireSpectral SausagesSend a textSasha Graham's Ghost Stories by the Fire Episode #16: "Spectral Sausages"with Actor & Astrologer Colin McPhillamyChapter 1 Parliament Chill [6:07]Chapter 2 Spectral Sausages [19:45]Chapter 3 Ghost Light [22:27] Episode Links:Contact Colin McPhillamyhttps://www.pleasantvilleastrology.com/Find a LIVE Ghost Story Event HEREhttps://www.sashagraham.com/eventsThe Ghost Stories theme song "Lovely," comes from the film The Deeper You Dig by the Adams Family. This horror flick will haunt you long after it ends!Watch The Deeper You Dig now...
2024-04-1644 min
Sasha Graham's Ghost Stories by the FireHaunted HighwaysSend a textSasha Graham's Ghost Stories by the Fire LIVE StorytellingEpisode #15: "Haunted Highwaysat the Barrow's Intense Tasting Room in Brooklyn, NYCStory Tellers:"Phantom Ice Cream" told by Elliot."The Lonely Road" told by Heidi."Lost Souls of Happy Valley" told by Nicholas de Phares.Chapter 1 Phantom Ice Cream [:45]Chapter 2 The Lonely Road[5:30]Chapter 3 Lost Souls of Happy Valley[11:52] Episode Links:Barrow's Intense Tasting Roomhttps://industrycity.com/tenants/barrows-intense-ginger-liqueur/Find a LIVE Ghost Story Event HERE
2024-04-0930 min
Sasha Graham's Ghost Stories by the FireLIVE Ghost Stories at LightClub Curiosity Shoppe, Warwick, NYSend a textSasha Graham's Ghost Stories by the Fire LIVE StorytellingEpisode #14 "LIVE Ghost Stories by the Fire" at the LightClub Curiosity Shoppe, Warwick, NYStory Tellers: "Ghost Sex" told by Jim Caruso"Spectral Serial Killer" told by Nichole Nightfall"How to Cleanse a Haunted House" told by Heather CarlucciChapter 1 Ghost Sex [1:00]Chapter 2 Spectral Serial Killer [9:16]Chapter 3 How to Cleanse a Haunted House [15:30]Episode Links:LightClub Curiosity Shoppe in Warwick, NYhttps://www.mylightclub.com/Nicole Nightfallhttps://w...
2024-04-0237 minSports Will Save Us All | A Sports Podcast Where Sports Are Just the BeginningPart 2 Sports on Screen | THE REPLACEMENTSHost Sasha Graham is joined by her co-host Steve Bollinger for another exciting installment of Sports on Screen. Sasha & Steve dive back into the world of sports cinema with a discussion on the 2000 film THE REPLACEMENTS, recommended by Britt Willard. In this episode, Sasha and Steve take a nostalgic journey back to the turn of the century as they explore the plot, characters, and memorable moments from THE REPLACEMENTS. Directed by Howard Deutch and starring Keanu Reeves and Brooke Langton, this gridiron comedy tells the story of a ragtag team of replacement players during a professional football...
2024-03-2829 minSports Will Save Us All | A Sports Podcast Where Sports Are Just the BeginningPart 1 Sports on Screen | THE REPLACEMENTSHost Sasha Graham is joined by her co-host Steve Bollinger for another exciting installment of Sports on Screen. Sasha & Steve dive back into the world of sports cinema with a discussion on the 2000 film THE REPLACEMENTS , recommended by Britt Willard. In this episode, Sasha and Steve take a nostalgic journey back to the turn of the century as they explore the plot, characters, and memorable moments from THE REPLACEMENTS. Directed by Howard Deutch and starring Keanu Reeves and Brooke Langton, this gridiron comedy tells the story of a ragtag team of replacement players during a professional football...
2024-03-2730 min
Sasha Graham's Ghost Stories by the FireGhostly D.J. with Brujah Laura GonzálezSend a textSasha Graham's Ghost Stories by the FireEpisode #13 "Ghostly D.J."Guest: Brujah & Tarotist Laura GonzálezSpring is a time of regeneration for the earth and also for our bodies and souls. It's a safe bet to say that all of us want to evolve into the person we are always in the process of becoming. But just because we desire growth doesn't make it easy. In fact, sometimes shamanic, soul healing is a terrifying, harrowing experience.Reverend Laura Gonzalez was born and raised in Mexico City. Sh...
2024-03-2550 min
Sasha Graham's Ghost Stories by the FireSeaside Terror with author Sarah LanganSend a textSasha Graham's Ghost Stories by the FireEpisode #12: Seaside TerrorGuest: author Sarah LanganSarah Langan is an American writer. Booklist calls Sarah's new novel, A Better World, "An apocalyptic thriller that becomes more terrifying with every turn of the page." Publisher's Weekly calls A Better World, "A deeply disturbing tale will keep readers up at night."In today's fascinating episode, Sarah Langan talks about how she played demonic possession as a kid and her Brooklyn brownstone haunted house.At this point, I've heard lots of gh...
2024-03-1950 min
Sasha Graham's Ghost Stories by the FireChildhood Terror with Psychic Medium Heather CarlucciSend a textSasha Graham's Ghost Stories by the FireEpisode #10: Provincetown PoltergeistGuest: Psychic Medium Heather CarlucciOceans have long captivated the human imagination. Tales of sirens, mermaids, ghostly shipwrecks and all sorts of spooky ocean creatures beguile us. But what happens when your favorite beach town holds a ghost that just won't leave you alone?Heather Carlucci is a psychic, medium and medical intuitive. She's been talking to dead people for as long as she can remember. But tonight, she's talking to us, and she's going to...
2024-03-0559 min
Sasha Graham's Ghost Stories by the FireSpectral Violinist with Sci-Fi/Horror Author Nicholas KaufmannSend a textSasha Graham's Ghost Stories by the FireEpisode #9: Spectral ViolinistGuest: Sci-Fi/Horror Author Nicholas KaufmannWe are never more vulnerable than when we stand naked in the shower. But what if we are the ones scaring away spirits? Does the door between worlds work both ways? Can a spirit attach itself to you? And if demonic possession is a real thing, what do the demons do with their time off between possessions?I first met Nicolas Kaufman when he shared a story at my live Ghost Stories...
2024-02-271h 00Sports Will Save Us All | A Sports Podcast Where Sports Are Just the BeginningSports on Screen | BS HIGHBuckle up, Sports Fam, because this movie was bananas! In 2021 the world watched ESPN in horror as perennial prep powerhouse, IMG Academy, absolutely decimated an unknown opponent from Ohio called Bishop Sycamore High School. By halftime the Internet was going bonkers and the game kicked off an investigation into Roy Johnson, the architect behind a scam so audacious that even Bomani Jones seems gobsmacked. In this week's episode Steve and Sasha offer their takes on this dumpster fire of a con and their deep thoughts on HBO's BS HIGH. About Sports on Screen...
2024-02-2756 min
Sasha Graham's Ghost Stories by the FireHouse Exorcism with Tarot Academy Headmistress Ethony DawnSend a textSasha Graham’s Ghost Stories by the FireEpisode #8: House ExorcismGuest: Ethony Dawn, Author and Tarot Academy HeadmistressDid you know your fear of a haunting can actually make it stronger? Picture this. You've just moved into an absurdly cheap house, despite its creepy vibes and dark energy. Would you be unnerved if you turned on the bathroom faucet and black sludge came rushing out? This was just the beginning of what resulted in a whole house exorcism for today's guest.Ethony Dawn is the au...
2024-02-0756 min
Sasha Graham's Ghost Stories by the FireBloodthirsty Demons with Buddhist Scholar Dr. Alex GardnerSend a textSasha Graham's Ghost Stories by the FireEpisode #7 "Bloodthirsty Demons" Guest: Buddhist Scholar Dr. Alex GardnerIf you had the opportunity, would you spend ten days sequestered inside a Tibetan cave? Today's guest did just that while exploring Tibet, China, and India.Alex Gardner holds a Ph.D. in Buddhist studies from the University of Michigan. He is the director of the Treasury of Lives a Digital Biographical Encyclopedia of Tibet, Inner Asia, and the Himalayan Region.In episode #7 Alex shares stories of demons drinking blood fr...
2024-02-0751 minSports Will Save Us All | A Sports Podcast Where Sports Are Just the BeginningGetting Salty About Challengers, NFL Mouthguards and NFL Fines | Sasha GrahamHave you seen the trailer for the new movie, CHALLENGERS? Sasha has and is not at all happy about it. Plus, what is going on with NFL mouthguards that seem to be everywhere except in the players' mouths? And finally, ever wonder about those hefty fines NFL players receive? Sasha did too, so she dug into exactly why and how much players are fined, along with where all that money goes (it may surprise you)!
2024-02-0629 min
Sasha Graham's Ghost Stories by the FireCreepy Fingers with Director & Actor Catherine Mary StewartSend a textEpisode #6 “Creepy Fingers” with director & actress Catherine Mary StewartWhat would you do if you woke up in the middle of the night to a strange creature peering around your bedroom door? Do the departed leave their energy behind? Is artificial intelligence the new ghostly encounter?If you were a 70’s or 80’s kid, chances are you were raised by tv and movies and you know exactly who today’s guest is Catherine Mary Stewart taught me and millions of teenagers how to stand up for ourselves and fight our w...
2024-01-2848 min
Sasha Graham's Ghost Stories by the FireWelcome to Sasha Graham's Ghost Stories by the FireSend a textSasha Graham's Ghost Stories by the FireEpisode 0: Welcome to the FireDo you believe in Ghosts? Ever wonder where you were before you were born and where you are heading after you die? We aren't explaining mystery - we are exploring it! I love to ask questions that are often impossible to answer.Sasha Graham’s Ghost Stories by the Fire transports you into a liminal, conversational, cozy space where people share ghosty, paranormal, near-death, deep and profound funny and silly spooky experiences.Host Sasha Gr...
2024-01-1805 min
Sasha Graham's Ghost Stories by the FireAlien Encounter with Podcasting Legend Jim HaroldSend a textSasha Grahams Ghost Stories By The FireEpisode #2: Alien EncounterGuest: Jim Harold, Podcasting Legend What happens when a couple runs off for a romantic parking rendezvous and winds up in an alien encounter? Will punching a ghost protect you when it appears at the end of your bed?Today's guest, Jim Harold, is a podcasting legend whose shows have been downloaded over 65 million times. Jim Harold’s Paranormal Podcast and Jim Harold's Campfire are beloved by millions.If this is your first time listening to Ji...
2024-01-1842 min
Sasha Graham's Ghost Stories by the FireSecret of Evil Island with Hay House Author Kim ArnoldSend a textSasha Graham’s Ghost Stories by the FireEpisode #1: Secret of Evil IslandGuest: Kim Arnold, Hay House Author of Tarot Made EasyWhat would you do if you found yourself looking into the face of pure evil? Can the darkness recesses of the human soul teach us how to live? And if reincarnation is true, do the most hideously evil humans in history get to come back again?Today’s guest Kim Arnold lives and breathes magic and tarot. She’s the Hay Ho...
2024-01-1844 min
Sasha Graham's Ghost Stories by the FireLola of the Lake with Author Susan WandsSend a textSasha Graham's Ghost Stories by the FireEpisode #3: Lola of the LakeGuest: Susan Wands, Author & ActorDive deep into the heart of any ghost story and its subtext reveals the same truth. Life after death exists. And there is an enduring love connection to those who knew and know us. But that doesn't make hauntings any more comfortable or fun.Susan Wands is a writer, tarot reader, and actress. She's worked on Broadway in films and regional theater for over 30 years. She's the co-chair of the...
2024-01-1858 min
Sasha Graham's Ghost Stories by the FireGhost Toast with Screenwriter Kristine EckertSend a textSasha Graham's Ghost Stories by the FireEpisode #4: Ghost ToastGuest: Kristine Eckert, Screenwriter What happens when you grow up in a haunted house and as the youngest sibling, you get blamed for all the ghostly activity? And where does the imagination end? And a real life haunting begin?.Kristine Eckert spent ten years producing and directing unscripted television for the Travel Channel, Animal Planet, and HBO before switching over to screenwriting. She has recently been showcased on the Impact Creative Network, an incubator for up-and-coming wri...
2024-01-1849 min
Sasha Graham's Ghost Stories by the FireHaunted Humanoids with Paranormal TV Host Nicholas de PharesSend a textSasha Graham's Ghost Stories by the FireEpisode #5: Haunted HumanoidsGuest: Nicholas de Phares, Paranormal TV Host What would you do if you were walking down your favorite trail and stumbled upon a massive humanoid figure moving through the woods? Why is it that ghost stories so often include keys and is manifestation sometimes as easy as just asking for something? Nicholas de Pahres descends from a long line of witches and grew up in a home where divination and practicing magic was as normal as bacon and eggs f...
2024-01-181h 01