Black in Sports Podcast

The Women Powering Shaq's Legacy in Las Vegas. We had the opportunity to have  Dr. Lisa Morris Hibbler & Taahirah O'Neal on the show! What does it really take to build a legacy that changes lives? Episode 307 of the 3X Award-Winning Black in Sports Podcast, we sit down with two remarkable leaders who are transforming communities, redefining leadership, and proving that sports can be one of the...

USA SOCCER IS MAKING HISTORY!⚽ Is This the Beginning of America's Soccer Era?  The USMNT is moving on! After an exciting victory in the FIFA World Cup Round of 32, the United States has soccer fans believing that something special is happening. But is this just one memorable tournament run...or are we witnessing the start of a new era for soccer in America? Episode 306 of the Black in Sports Lock...

🔥 ATHLETES ARE CASHING IN... BUT IS ONLYFANS CHANGING SPORTS FOREVER? 🔥 The game has changed with athletes and Onlyfans...... Pay for Play as these sports figures control additional access! For decades, athletes relied on contracts, endorsements, sponsorships, and prize money to make a living. Today, a growing number of athletes are taking control of their own brand, their own audience, and most...

What happens when the cheering stops, the contract ends, and the game is over? For many athletes, the transition out of sports can be one of the most challenging periods of their lives. The identity, structure, and financial opportunities that came with competing at a high level suddenly change. But what if there was a proven path to creating cash flow, building equity, and establishing a lasting...

🚨 Is college football headed for its biggest controversy in decades? 🚨 After the NAACP called for a boycott connected to college athletics, sparking heated debates across social media, locker rooms, campuses, and boardrooms nationwide. In this episode of the Black in Sports Podcast, we dive into one of the most polarizing conversations in sports today heading into the 2026 season:  👉🏾 Is the N...

🚨 MEN, HOW ARE YOU REALLY DOING? 🚨 In a world where men are often taught to "man up," stay silent, and carry the weight of everything on their shoulders, one question often goes unanswered: How is your health—physically, mentally, emotionally, and spiritually? As we recognize Men's Health Month, the Black in Sports Podcast takes an honest and necessary look at the challenges facing men today. Th...

THE NFL SCHEDULE IS OUT… AND THE HOT TAKES ARE FLYING! 🏈🔥 NFL Schedule Release and what it REALLY means for teams, players, fans, media, and the BUSINESS of football! 👀💰 From primetime matchups and rivalry games to playoff predictions, international games, TV ratings, Vegas odds, travel schedules, and media narratives — we look into the biggest winners and losers of the NFL schedule release. W...

🎙️300 Episodes. One Mission. A Legacy Still Being Written. 🏆 For 300 episodes, one platform has consistently amplified the voices, stories, and achievements of sports professionals across the sports industry in and supporting the culture.  The Business of Sports #BeInTheBlack Let's celebrate a milestone that few podcasts ever reach. Welcome to the 300th Episode of Black in Sports. What started as...

What happens when your dream of playing sports at the highest level gets interrupted by injuries? Do you quit… or build something even bigger? 👀 On this episode of the Black in Sports Podcast, we sit down with Kevin McReynolds, founder and owner of Overnght Media, for an authentic conversation about resilience, entrepreneurship, sports culture, and betting on yourself when life forces you to pivo...

🏀 FROM DETROIT HOOPS DREAMS TO THE NBA LEAGUE OFFICE… THIS IS THE BLUEPRINT. What does it really take to go from the city of Detroit to helping shape the future of the NBA? 👀 In this powerful episode of the Black in Sports Podcast, we sit down with NBA executive Mike Taylor, Vice President of Team Marketing & Business Operations at the NBA, to unpack one of the most inspiring journeys in spo...

The 2026 NFL Draft gave us moments, surprises, reaches, steals—and a whole lot of opinions. Set in Pittsburgh, this year’s draft brought blue-collar football culture to a national spotlight, blending legacy, fan engagement, and next-level production This isn’t your typical recap and if you’re looking for cookie-cutter draft grades, you’re in the wrong place. On this episode of the Black in Sports...

This episode is a masterclass in turning passion into PURPOSE—and PURPOSE into IMPACT. 🔥 Before the accolades… before the research… before becoming a respected voice at Georgia Institute of Technology… Dr. Jacqueline Garner was just a young girl sitting beside her father, learning the game of football play by play. That early exposure didn’t just create a fan—it sparked a lifelong journey into un...

🚨 STOP SCROLLING — THIS is the blueprint to work sports in 2026 🚨 This isn’t just an interview… it’s a playbook. If you’re still applying online and hoping for a reply… you’re already behind. This episode of the Black in Sports Podcast is your wake-up call. We’re joined by Arena Co-Founder, digital disruptor, and culture-shifter Adriene Bueno — the force behind viral movements like the #LinkedIn...

🚨 Bigger than football…  It's about LEGACY - "Legacy Starts At Home: 🚨 What does it really take to go from his hometown in Texas to the NFL… and stay grounded while living your dream? On this episode we tap in with Akayleb Evans — and he delivers a story that’s raw, real, and full of GAME 🎯 This isn’t just highlights and stats… this is the mindset behind the helmet. Akayleb walks us through his...

In this Locker Room episode, we dive deep into the return of the Super Bowl LXIII to Las Vegas and unpack what this moment really means—not just for the city, but for the entire business of sports. This isn’t just about one game… it’s about a full-blown POWER SHIFT in where and how sports are experienced globally. Las Vegas didn’t just enter the sports world… it TOOK OVER. 🏟️🔥 Not too long ago, l...

This Women’s History Month, we’re not just telling stories… we’re spotlighting POWER MOVES 💼✨ Tap in with Sheryl Thornton-Burnham — a Las Vegas-based event powerhouse, global speaker, and founder of DeSquared LV, who has built her brand at the intersection of sports, community, and unforgettable experiences  From Inglewood roots to Vegas influence, Sheryl’s journey is a MASTERCLASS in turning re...

The NBA is on the verge of a MASSIVE shift… and it’s bigger than basketball 👀🏀 NBA Expansion is officially on the table, with Las Vegas 🎰 and Seattle 🌧️ leading the charge—but don’t get it twisted… this isn’t just about cities. This is about BILLIONS 💰, ownership power, and who really controls the future of the game. In this Locker Room episode of Black in Sports, we break down EVERYTHING you...

Making history with a powerful start to Season 7, and we’re sitting down with a true game changer in the business of sports — Yvonne Wade. Coach Wade has built a career defined by excellence, leadership, and legacy. From representing the Japan on the Olympic stage from her college days competing at Colorado, to coaching at UNLV Rebels, she is now making history as the first-ever Athletic Director...

🏁 SEASON 7 STARTS NOW! The award-winning Black in Sports Podcast is back and bigger than ever! 🎙️🔥 After a powerful offseason, we’re kicking off Season 7 by bringing the locker room energy back to the mic. In this episode, we talk about what went down during the break, the moves being made behind the scenes, and how the Black in Sports community continues to grow and impact the business of sport...

🎧 SEASON 6 FINALE | THE LOCKER ROOM: BLACK IN SPORTS WRAPPED The locker room doors are closing on Season 6 of the award-winning Black in Sports Podcast, and we’re ending the year the only way we know how — by running it back. In this season-ending “Wrapped” episode, we break down the moments, stories, and conversations that shaped another great season yet. From headline-making sports business new...

What does it really take to stand between billion-dollar owners and the most elite athletes in the world? On this powerful episode of the Black in Sports Podcast, we sit down with DeMaurice Smith, former Executive Director of the NFL Players Association, for an unfiltered conversation about leadership, leverage, and legacy at the highest level of professional sports. In 2009, DeMaurice Smith was u...

2025 COLLEGE FOOTBALL PLAYOFF BREAKDOWN This week’s Locker Room EJ and MH dive headfirst into one of the biggest storylines in sports: Did the CFP Committee actually get it right with the 2025 College Football Playoff field? From surprise inclusions to heated snubs, the fellas break down the full 12-team bracket, examining which squads earned their spot and which programs are already calling foul...

Black in Sports Podcast, we sit down with viral creator, Carolina culture carrier, and musical storyteller Carolina MiC — government name Michael Malloy — an IT professional and proud girl dad by day, and a musical savant and hometown voice by passion. Carolina MiC has taken the internet and the Carolina Panthers community by storm with his infectious, stadium-ready viral song that has quickly bec...

This episode of Black in Sports, we sit down with CJ Watson — a 10-year NBA veteran, entrepreneur, author, and Las Vegas legend — for a conversation that’s as inspiring as it is motivational. Born and raised on the West Side of Las Vegas, CJ’s story is built on grit, consistency, and quiet excellence. From hooping at Bishop Gorman to becoming a standout at the University of Tennessee, CJ shares ho...

We sit down with the legend, the scholar, and the cultural architect — Dr. Todd Boyd, professor at USC (University of Southern California) also known as “The Notorious Ph. D.” One of the most respected voices in sports, film, hip-hop, race, and American culture, Dr. Boyd brings a raw, intelligent, and unfiltered conversation that every fan of the culture needs to hear. Born and raised in Detroit,...