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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.

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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.

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About Mirin (link)

Giannis: The Improbable Rise of an NBA MVP (book link)

Dream: The Life and Legacy of Hakeem Olajuwon (book link)

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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)

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