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Join us as we chat with Chyna Brown, the founder of Black Girl Athletics! Hear about her journey from Georgia State to Alabama, her hands-on experience in the Big 12/SEC D1 programs, and the exciting future she sees in sports medicine. Discover the highs, challenges, and what’s next for this new Athletic Trainer. Be sure to follow Chyna on IG @blackgirlathletics !

Join us as Coach Ashleigh Beaver, aka Coach Ash, dives deep into her 15-year journey in strength and conditioning. From Duke to Alabama, Ashleigh shares how she carved a path in a male-dominated field, the challenges and rewards of coaching, and her strategies for asserting her expertise and navigating team dynamics. Whether you're an athlete or a fan of sports science, this episode is packed...

In this episode of Real Talk, we sit down with the visionary behind the trailblazing non-profit Minority Women In Sports Medicine, Andrea Durham. Discover the inspiration that sparked its creation and how it has evolved over the past four years from a dream into a powerful force in the world of sports. We dive into the changing landscape of media coverage for women athletes and discuss whether the...

Join us as we continue the discussion of desiring a life of career and family with special guest, Nicole Alexander! Nicole is a powerhouse who dedicated her life to her career, but now at the age of 41 is navigating life's transitions and racing the buzzer to fulfill her life's desires. If you want the REALEST of REAL talk, tune in for some gems and life reflections. Shoutout to Nicole for being s...

Are you wondering how you can be a successful career woman, have a social life, and fulfill your dream of having a family someday? If so, join us in the discussion where we will unpack the pressures of having it all. Spoiler alert, join this episode and you will be up to date for our next episode with a special guest!

Do you struggle with how to maintain your femininity working in a male dominant field/sport? Tune in to hear how we prioritize ourselves and maintain the little things that keep us feeling "girly". Always remember, you are your best when you are authentically you! So if getting your nails and hair done makes you happy, then do that girl!

Join the conversation of how to prepare for school interviews, the "Do's" and "Don'ts" if you will. We will discuss our personal interview experiences with PT schools, and give you some gems to use for your own personal experience. Regardless, if you are apply to PT school, the tips for the interview process will still apply. Let us know what you think of the episode! A...

Pre-PT Series Episode 3: Letters of Recommendation. Your letters of recommendation are an important part of your application. Take a listen to gain insight on how to ask for a LOR and, more importantly, who to ask.

Pre-PT Series Episode 2: Building Your Resume. Who are you? What do you bring to the table? In this episode, we discuss building your resume and making your school application stand out amongst thousands of applicants. How do you captivate the selection committee and make them want you? What are things you should consider when interviewing schools? Tune in to get the answers!

Welcome to Episode 1 of our Pre-PT Series! In this episode, we discuss different things to consider when choosing a PT program to apply to. Although all schools may seem the same, they each have specific attributes that make them unique. While we all want to be PTs, our needs as learners and future clinicians differ. This is why it is imperative to choose a program based on your needs and aspirati...

Welcome to Real Talk Season 2! We're stepping back on the scene new and improved but still bringing you raw and honest conversations. We hope that this platform will serve as a safe space to uplift women, women pursuing their professional dreams, and women in sports. Follow us on Instagram! @ki.the.spt & @rehab.with.rogers