#BlackWomenKnowSports

Jaydn James
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The #BlackWomenKnowSports podcast is a show that shines a positive light on Black Women in Sports from all backgrounds. The goal of this platform is to uplift and support Black Women by telling their stories, providing a safe space to voice their opinions, and creating a community and sisterhood that will inspire current and future generations.

  1. Oct 6

    Discussing Athlete Health with Lexi Kier, M.S.!

    Welcome back to the #BlackWomenKnowSports podcast! In today's episode, we will be discussing public health in the aspect of sports. We will be uncovering ways that institutions understand black athletes, the struggles of finding suitable EEG caps, and the overall health and well-being of these athletes. I spoke with Lexi Kier, a PhD student at UNCG whose focus is public health education. Enjoy the episode! For more information on Lexi, visit the link below! https://research.uncg.edu/news/rewriting-the-playbook-on-athlete-health-kier-named-rwjf-scholar/ #BlackWomenKnowSports Apparel: Shop #BlackWomenKnowSports Apparel: black-women-know-sports.creator-spring.com/apparel Email us! - BlackWomenKnowSports@gmail.com Follow #BWKS on social! Instagram: @BlackWomenKnowSports Twitter(X): @BWKnowSports Facebook: Black Women Know Sports TikTok: @BlackWomenKnowSports

  2. 02/06/2025

    Navigating the Waters of the Sports World w/ Candace Cooper!

    Welcome back to the #BlackWomenKnowSports Podcast! I am your host Jaydn James and today you will be hearing my conversation with Candace Cooper. Candace is the strategy lead for Nike women in Portland, a former athlete at the University of North Carolina Chapel Hill  where she was the first African American woman to ever swim at UNC on the varsity level. In this episode, Candace breaks down what it’s like to navigate the waters, how her love for swimming started, and the future plans she has for black women in swim. Without further ado, here is today’s episode! Follow Candace Cooper: Instagram: @Coop__can Follow #BlackWomenKnowSports on all platforms: Instagram: @BlackWomenKnowSports Twitter(X): @BWKnowSports Facebook: Black Women Know Sports Shop #BlackWomenKnowSports Apparel: black-women-know-sports.creator-spring.com/apparel Email us! - BlackWomenKnowSports@gmail.com

  3. 10/11/2024

    Understanding Traumatic Brain Injuries in Athletes with Dr. Kelli Uitenham!

    Hello, and thank you for tuning in to the #BlackWomenKnowSports podcast! I am your host Jaydn James, and today you will hear my conversation with Dr. Kelli Uitenham! Dr. Kelli is a graduate of the illustrious North Carolina A&T State University, a Medical Speech Language Pathologist, and the owner of Brain Talk Foundation. Dr. Kelli focuses on athletes and brain injuries that can occur within their sport. In this episode, Dr. Kelli and I discuss head trauma within the NFL, the level of awareness athletes should have regarding these traumas, and the different precautions being taken to ensure safety in all sports. Sit back, relax and enjoy! Feel free to share and leave a review! Follow Dr. Kelli Uitenham on all platforms: Instagram: @drkelli.medicalslp @braintalkfoundation Facebook: @Brain Talk Foundation LinkedIn: Dr. Kelli Uitenham, CCC-SLP Follow #BlackWomenKnowSports on all platforms: Instagram: @BlackWomenKnowSports Twitter (X): @BWKnowSports Facebook: Black Women Know Sports Shop #BlackWomenKnowSports Apparel: black-women-know-sports.creator-spring.com/apparel Email us! - BlackWomenKnowSports@gmail.com

  4. 09/22/2024

    What Softball Means to Columbia University's First Black Softball Player, Olivia Madkins!

    Hello, and welcome back to the #BlackWomenKnowSports podcast! I am your host Jaydn James, and on today’s episode, I am joined by Olivia Madkins! Olivia is an outfielder for the Columbia Lions and became the first black softball player in the history of Columbia University’s softball program. In this episode, Olivia discusses the transition from California to New York, her role models who have led the way to where she is today, and just how much softball means to her on a personal level. Sit back, relax and enjoy! Follow Columbia Lions Softball: Instagram: @culionssoftball Follow #BlackWomenKnowSports on all Platforms: Instagram: @BlackWomenKnowSports Twitter (X): @BWKnowSports Facebook: Black Women Know Sports Shop #BlackWomenKnowSports Apparel: black-women-know-sports.creator-spring.com/apparel Email us! - BlackWomenKnowSports@gmail.com

  5. 09/06/2024

    Get to Know the Executive Director of Athletics for Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools, Ericia Turner!

    Hello, and thank you for joining the #BlackWomenKnowSports podcast! I am your host Jaydn James, and today you will be hearing my conversation with Ericia R. Turner. Ms. Turner became the first black woman to be named executive director of Athletics for Charlotte Mecklenburg Schools in August of 2021. And not only is she an alum of the illustrious North Carolina A&T State University, but she also played for the Lady Aggies basketball team! In this episode, we discuss the role of an executive director of athletics, her North Carolina roots & coaching history, family, faith, and much more! Sit back, relax and enjoy! Feel free to share and leave a review! Contact Ericia Turner: https://ericiarturner.com/ E-mail: ericiaturner21@gmail.com Phone: (828)-228-2003 Follow #BlackWomenKnowSports on all platforms: Instagram: @BlackWomenKnowSports Twitter (X): @BWKnowSports Facebook: Black Women Know Sports Shop #BlackWomenKnowSports Apparel: black-women-know-sports.creator-spring.com/apparel Email us! - BlackWomenKnowSports@gmail.com

  6. 09/01/2024

    College Football, Law and Sports, and more with Meghan Francis!

    Hello, and thank you for joining Season 5 of the #BlackWomenKnowSports podcast! On today's episode, you will be hearing from Meghan Francis who is an attorney, a Clemson alumna, and a lover of sports! In this episode, Meghan and I discuss college football, the legal side of sports, and what she does pregame in order for her team to win! Sit back, relax and enjoy! Feel free to share and leave a review! Follow Meghan Francis: Instagram: @themeghandanielle Follow #BlackWomenKnowSports on all Platforms: Instagram: @BlackWomenKnowSports Twitter (X): @BWKnowSports Facebook: Black Women Know Sports Shop #BlackWomenKnowSports Apparel: black-women-know-sports.creator-spring.com/apparel Email us! - BlackWomenKnowSports@gmail.com

  7. 03/28/2024

    Zaria Gabriel on being Founder & President of MiS NCAT, Becoming an important face for HER Campus, and more!

    Hello, and welcome back to the #BlackWomenKnowSports podcast! I am your host Jaydn James, and today I am joined by Zaria Gabriel! Zaria is a graduating senior at North Carolina A&T State University, the founder and president of the Minority in Sports NEXT Chapter at A&T, and an aspiring sports agent. In this episode, Zaria talks about her experiences in the sports business world, her experiences as an Aggie, and what being a black woman in sports means to her. Sit back, relax and enjoy! Feel free to share and leave a review! - Intro/Outro by: Mad Max Music - Tory Marsh! Follow Zaria Gabriel on all platforms: Instagram: @iamzariamichelle LinkedIn: Zaria Gabriel Her Campus: https://www.hercampus.com/wellness/my-way-to-move/?fbclid=PAAaaC8a32t5pwWmfqu_W4DV31zQ9yeZmiR-lo2Asct3BYsXFQTmtP6NS_8Ys_aem_Ac7HAVmhKTSeceP8nLAy1AKpC3TpMnM_NMJtk3mL8Kih4Qt9Lz41TGU70gm55U8Cc9E Follow #BlackWomenKnowSports on all platforms: Instagram: @BlackWomenKnowSports Twitter (X): @BWKnowSports Facebook: Black Women Know Sports TikTok: @BlackWomenKnowSports Shop #BlackWomenKnowSports Apparel: black-women-know-sports.creator-spring.com/apparel Email us! - BlackWomenKnowSports@gmail.com

  8. 03/20/2024

    MaSpice on Raising Anthony 'Spice' Adams!

    Welcome to a brand new season of the #BlackWomenKnowSports podcast! I am your host Jaydn James, and today you’ll be hearing my conversation with MaSpice. If you’re familiar with Anthony 'Spice' Adams, then you’re already familiar with Constance Davis aka MaSpice. In this episode, MaSpice takes us through what it was like to raise a football player, how Anthony got the nickname Spice and the position that she holds currently with NFL moms! Without further ado, let’s hop into today’s episode. - Purchase ‘Don’t give up!’ Here: https://www.amazon.com/DONT-GIVE-UP-CREAM-BIGGUMS/dp/1732612005 - Follow MaSpice on Instagram: @MaSpice1 Follow #BlackWomenKnowSports on all platforms: Instagram: @BlackWomenKnowSports X: @BWKnowSports TikTok: @BlackWomenKnowSports Facebook: Black Women Know Sports Shop #BlackWomenKnowSports Apparel: black-women-know-sports.creator-spring.com/apparel Contact us by E-mail! BlackWomenKnowSports@gmail.com - Intro/Outro by: Mad Max Music - Tory Marsh!

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The #BlackWomenKnowSports podcast is a show that shines a positive light on Black Women in Sports from all backgrounds. The goal of this platform is to uplift and support Black Women by telling their stories, providing a safe space to voice their opinions, and creating a community and sisterhood that will inspire current and future generations.

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  • Creator
    Jaydn James
  • Years Active
    2023 - 2026
  • Episodes
    50
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © Jaydn James
  • Show Website
    #BlackWomenKnowSports