Unstoppable Podcast

Lori Lewis

Dramatic stories. Extraordinary women. The moments that changed everything.From record-breaking athletes to barrier-shattering coaches and visionary authors, Unstoppable celebrates women whose courage and resilience changed the game.Each episode begins with a cinematic, immersive story — brought to life with original sound design, music, and narration — then unfolds into inspiring conversations with the athletes, coaches, and creators redefining sports today.Hosted by Lori Lewis, Unstoppable goes beyond stats and scores to reveal the emotion, history, and unstoppable spirit that drive women in sports. (Episode 1 is a personal prologue that began the journey.) Listen at unstoppablepodcast.net

  1. Christina Whitlock: Opening Doors in Baseball

    1D AGO

    Christina Whitlock: Opening Doors in Baseball

    Send a text March is Women’s History Month, and it’s the perfect time to highlight women who are helping shape the future of sports. Christina Whitlock is one of them. A former standout collegiate athlete and member of the U.S. Women’s National Team, Christina went on to make history as the first uniformed female coach in the St. Louis Cardinals organization. But her story is about more than breaking barriers in baseball. In this conversation, Christina also shares the personal tragedies she has faced along the way—and the faith that helped carry her through some of life’s hardest moments. It’s an inspiring conversation about resilience, purpose, and finding your path—even when the journey takes unexpected turns. #WomensHistoryMonth #WomenInSports #WomenInBaseball #UnstoppablePodcast  Unstoppable Podcast blends cinematic storytelling with immersive sound design and insightful interviews, celebrating women in sports — past and present. Learn more and listen - Unstoppable Podcast - Website.

    32 min
  2. Diamond Dreams: Ila Borders Takes the Mound

    FEB 12

    Diamond Dreams: Ila Borders Takes the Mound

    Send a text In this powerful episode of Unstoppable Podcast, Lori Lewis sits down with trailblazing pitcher Ila Borders — the first woman to pitch in men’s professional baseball since the Negro Leagues. Ila didn’t just dream it. She did it. In 1997, she made history with the independent St. Paul Saints — the legendary club co-owned at the time by actor Bill Murray and baseball executive Mike Veeck. (The Saints would later become the Triple-A affiliate of the Minnesota Twins.) From facing skepticism and scrutiny to stepping confidently onto the mound in front of thousands, Ila shares what it took — mentally, emotionally, and physically — to compete in a world that never expected her to be there. She reflects on resilience, pressure, purpose, and what it means to open doors for the generations of girls coming behind her. For Lori, this conversation is more than an interview. It’s a full-circle moment — speaking with a woman who achieved the very dream she once held as a child practicing in the backyard and playing Little League with the boys. This is a story about courage.  About persistence.  About belonging on the field. And about what happens when a girl refuses to let go of her diamond dreams. Ila Borders (website) Unstoppable Podcast blends cinematic storytelling with immersive sound design and insightful interviews, celebrating women in sports — past and present. Learn more and listen - Unstoppable Podcast - Website.

    31 min
  3. Rethinking Performance: Women, Sport, and the Science

    JAN 29

    Rethinking Performance: Women, Sport, and the Science

    Send a text In this episode of Unstoppable, host Lori Lewis sits down with award-winning journalist and author Christine Yu to explore the often-overlooked science behind women’s sports and performance. For decades, training methods, recovery protocols, and even medical research have been built around male bodies—leaving women to adapt, push through pain, or assume they’re the problem. Christine breaks down why that approach fails women, how it affects athletes at every level, and what changes when we begin listening to our bodies instead of overriding them. This conversation goes beyond sports. It’s about redefining strength, questioning long-held assumptions, and understanding that progress doesn’t always mean pushing harder—it often means knowing better. Christine Yu's Website (link) Unstoppable Podcast blends cinematic storytelling with immersive sound design and insightful interviews, celebrating women in sports — past and present. Learn more and listen - Unstoppable Podcast - Website.

    29 min
  4. Hidden History - with Historian Jean Williams

    JAN 14

    Hidden History - with Historian Jean Williams

    Send a text Women’s sports history didn’t disappear by accident — it was hidden. In this episode of Unstoppable Podcast, we sit down with Jean Williams one of the foremost historians of women’s sport. Jean shares how researching women’s sports history often means working against silence — missing records, dismissed achievements, and narratives written out of official history. The stories exist, but they are scattered, buried, and too often ignored. Recovering them takes persistence, patience, and a refusal to accept that “nothing happened” simply because it wasn’t documented. Together, we explore why women’s sporting achievements were hidden in the first place, what it takes to bring those stories back into the light, and why reclaiming this history is essential to understanding today’s fight for equity, recognition, and respect. This is a conversation about truth, recovery, and the power of remembering. About the women who competed anyway — and the historians who refused to let their stories disappear. Unstoppable Podcast blends cinematic storytelling with immersive sound design and insightful interviews, celebrating women in sports — past and present. Learn more and listen - Unstoppable Podcast - Website.

    27 min
  5. Jane Chastain - Changing the Sound of Sports

    12/17/2025

    Jane Chastain - Changing the Sound of Sports

    Send a text Before women were welcomed in sports newsrooms — before audiences could imagine a woman delivering scores, analysis, and authority on air — there was Jane Chastain. In this episode of Unstoppable Podcast, we spotlight one of the true pioneers of sports broadcasting. Jane Chastain broke barriers in the 1960s and ’70s, becoming one of the first women in America to appear regularly on television as a sportscaster. At a time when women were often dismissed, sidelined, or outright banned from sports coverage, Jane showed up prepared, confident, and undeniable. Our episode opens with a cinematic vignette that places you inside the era—when typewriters clicked in newsrooms, football predictions were considered a man’s domain, and a young woman dared to claim her space on air. In my conversation with Jane, we talk about:     •    What it was really like to work in sports television when no roadmap existed     •    The resistance—and resilience—that shaped her career     •    Why visibility matters, even decades later     •    And how her legacy helped open doors for generations of women who followed Jane Chastain’s story isn’t just sports history—it’s media history, women’s history, and a reminder that progress often begins with one person brave enough to step forward. Unstoppable Podcast blends cinematic storytelling with immersive sound design and insightful interviews, celebrating women in sports — past and present. Learn more and listen - Unstoppable Podcast - Website.

    37 min
  6. Mirin Fader: What Happens When the Dream Changes?

    12/04/2025

    Mirin Fader: What Happens When the Dream Changes?

    Send a text Mirin Fader doesn’t just write sports stories — she writes human stories. As a New York Times bestselling author and senior NBA writer for The Athletic, she’s known for compassion, depth, and unforgettable storytelling. Her book Giannis became a bestseller, and her highly anticipated new book on Larry Bird is coming soon. But before she became one of today’s most respected sports journalists, Mirin was a young girl who dreamed of playing in the WNBA. An unexpected injury in college changed everything — forcing her to rebuild, reimagine, and rediscover her purpose. That path led her to sports journalism… and ultimately to her calling. In this episode of Unstoppable Podcast, we talk about: • How losing basketball opened the door to writing • How she fell in love with sports journalism • The power of empathy when covering athletes • Her encouraging words for young women in sports and journalism • And how she’s approaching her upcoming Larry Bird project Mirin’s journey is courageous, intentional, and absolutely unstoppable. --- About Mirin (link) Giannis: The Improbable Rise of an NBA MVP (book link) Dream: The Life and Legacy of Hakeem Olajuwon (book link) Unstoppable Podcast blends cinematic storytelling with immersive sound design and insightful interviews, celebrating women in sports — past and present. Learn more and listen - Unstoppable Podcast - Website.

    34 min
  7. Angela Rock: Olympian, Pro Volleyball Champion

    11/19/2025

    Angela Rock: Olympian, Pro Volleyball Champion

    Send a text In this episode of Unstoppable, Olympic and professional volleyball player Angela Rock joins Lori for a candid, refreshing conversation about the real path of an athlete — the highs, the setbacks, and the determination that carries you forward. Angela’s story is striking: during her time at San Diego State, she was briefly cut from the volleyball team, yet ultimately rose to become an Olympian and one of the most accomplished pro beach-volleyball players, with 27 tournament wins across multiple tours. Her honesty about the ups and downs offers a rare look inside the mindset of someone who refused to quit. In this conversation, Angela shares:     •    The moments that tested her — and the moments that shaped her     •    How early disappointments became motivation     •    What long-term competitive life really feels like     •    Her passion for helping young athletes grow with confidence and clarity This episode gives listeners an intimate inside look at the mind of a world-class athlete — not just the triumphs, but the truth behind them. True to the Unstoppable style, the episode begins with a fully sound-designed, dramatic opening story that pulls listeners into the world before the interview even begins Angela Rock's Book (Link) Cal Poly (Link) Cal Poly Beach Volleyball (Link) #womeninsports #volleyball #olympics #unstoppablepodcast #angelarock #calpoly #calpolyvolleyball Unstoppable Podcast blends cinematic storytelling with immersive sound design and insightful interviews, celebrating women in sports — past and present. Learn more and listen - Unstoppable Podcast - Website.

    34 min
  8. The Coach Behind the Fighter: Mike Winkeljohn on Holly Holm and the Heart of a Champion

    11/05/2025

    The Coach Behind the Fighter: Mike Winkeljohn on Holly Holm and the Heart of a Champion

    Send a text She shocked the world when she knocked out Ronda Rousey — but behind every legendary fighter is a coach who sees what no one else can. In this episode of Unstoppable, host Lori Lewis sits down with Mike Winkeljohn, the longtime coach of UFC champion Holly Holm, to explore what it really takes to build greatness — from the first day in the gym to the bright lights of the Octagon. Winkeljohn opens up about the mindset that fuels champions, the balance between discipline and compassion, and how his gym, Jackson Wink MMA, has become one of the most respected training grounds in the world. Along the way, we uncover the human side of fighting — mentorship, resilience, and the moments that define a legacy. Plus, watch for Heather Winkeljohn’s upcoming podcast, She Fights, a powerful new series about women overcoming trauma and reclaiming their strength. Jackson Wink Gym (Website) Unstoppable Podcast blends cinematic storytelling with immersive sound design and insightful interviews, celebrating women in sports — past and present. Learn more and listen - Unstoppable Podcast - Website.

    36 min
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Dramatic stories. Extraordinary women. The moments that changed everything.From record-breaking athletes to barrier-shattering coaches and visionary authors, Unstoppable celebrates women whose courage and resilience changed the game.Each episode begins with a cinematic, immersive story — brought to life with original sound design, music, and narration — then unfolds into inspiring conversations with the athletes, coaches, and creators redefining sports today.Hosted by Lori Lewis, Unstoppable goes beyond stats and scores to reveal the emotion, history, and unstoppable spirit that drive women in sports. (Episode 1 is a personal prologue that began the journey.) Listen at unstoppablepodcast.net

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  • Creator
    Lori Lewis
  • Years Active
    2025 - 2026
  • Episodes
    16
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Copyright
    © 2026 Unstoppable Podcast
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