Sports Will Save Us All | A Sports Podcast Where Sports Are Just the Beginning

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...

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...

In 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 le...

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...

In 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 SportsWi...

This week's guest is Quinn Magnuson —a former professional football player from Canada, a D1 dual-sport athlete, entrepreneur, proud dad, and the powerhouse behind the  Efforts Over Results movement and podcast. Quinn takes us on a ride from his humble beginnings growing up in poverty to competing at Washington State University in both football and track & field , playing pro in the CFL, and build...

Sports Fam, today's episode is a special one—and not just because we're dropping it early on Monday, June 23 . This date marks the 53rd anniversary of Title IX , the landmark federal law that reshaped the future of women's sports in America. To celebrate, we're spotlighting someone who's living out the legacy of that legislation every day in Phoenix. We're thrilled to welcome Audrey Corley to the...

In 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...

    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

This 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 th...

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

In 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. Sash...

Ever wonder if hitting and fighting in hockey actually helps win games? Dr. Sammy Vogel-Seidenberg did, and then wrote his doctoral dissertation on it. From industry to the ice, Dr. Sammy Vogel-Seidenberg brings a fresh perspective on the power of storytelling in shaping team culture. In this high-energy conversation, he dives into insights from his dissertation on the gritty side of hockey—breaki...

In 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, disc...

In 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, disc...

Hey 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...

For 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 coachi...

In 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  Bor...

In 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...

In 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. D...

In this episode of Sports Will Save Us All , ultra runner Teresa Bowser opens up about her incredible journey into the world of ultra running. From battling personal demons to conquering races that can stretch to 200 miles, Teresa reveals the mental toughness and resilience required to push through the "pain cave" and beyond. She shares how the sport transformed her life, helping her break free fr...

Why 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 ce...

In 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. Aft...

What is March Madness, how are teams chosen, and why do people get so hyped for this tournament? Sasha explains it all in this special episode.  Plus, now you can get in on the fun by joining the Sports Will Save Us All March Madness bracket challenge by clicking each link below. It's fast, it's fun, and it's free. Invite your friends, the more the merrier!  Fill out your Men's Tournament Bracket...

On 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 fin...