In this episode, I reveal the big announcement about the end of the Interrupting Sports podcast and the beginning of Growth on the Daily! Excited about the new show?! Follow Growth on the Daily on Instagram for updates on its launch! Thank you for your continuous support :)

Interrupting Sports is travelling to South East Asia!  Follow us  here on Instagram to come along on a journey of a lifetime!

In this episode, we got Christian Blake here, Director of Equity, Diversity & Inclusion at MLSE Foundation and MLSE LaunchPad . Christian Blake is a catalyst for more open and generous community institutions, an advocate for greater equity in sport, art and culture, and an Occupational Therapist. He is also Adjunct Faculty at the University of Toronto, where he teaches, and supervises research that explores the linkages between engagement with sport, the arts, health and well-being. Christian continues his practice as an Occupational Therapist through Level Up Gaming, an organization which he co-founded.In this episode, we discuss Christian's journey to MLSE, his work in D&I, and hopes and aspirations for the role and its place in the organization. Stay tuned for the YouTube analysis next week!Love the show?!  Rate us 5 stars on Apple Podcasts and Spotify and follow us on  Instagram, Facebook, YouTube, and LinkedIn! 

In this episode, we got Moezine Hasham here, Founder and Executive Director of Hockey 4 Youth Foundation, a charitable organization that provides new Canadian youth with an opportunity to play ice hockey. This episode is titled SpaceIce! because as Moe says it "we are literally creating space on the ice for newcomer youth to play our great game! ".Moe was born and raised in Vancouver but now calls Toronto home where he lives with his wife, Monika. He has a background in Corporate Philanthropy, Community and Media Relations and Non-Profit Management. He is a die-hard Canucks fan and misses the Vancouver mountains and sushi joints!In this episode, we discuss Moe's relationship with hockey, how that led to the development of Hockey 4 Youth, and where he is hoping to take his work further. Stay tuned for the YouTube analysis next week!Love the show?!  Rate us 5 stars on Apple Podcasts and Spotify and follow us on  Instagram, Facebook, YouTube, and LinkedIn! 

In this episode, we got Marsha-Gaye Knight here, a proud Jamaican, former NCAA sprint-hurler, a notable sports marketer for CBC Sports and sports business professor, and let’s not forget the founder of the Black in Sports Business (BSB) initiative. Marsha-Gaye has worked as a sport marketing professional for over 10 years with notable companies like Mosaic Sales Solutions, Rogers and the National Hockey League (NHL).  As a Partnership Marketing Manager with CBC Sports and Olympics, she works with production and partners to weave brands authentically into the Olympic story.In this episode, we discuss Marsha-Gaye's journey through track, how that led to a career in sports, and what she is working on now.Stay tuned for the YouTube analysis next week!Love the show?!  Rate us 5 stars on Apple Podcasts and Spotify and follow us on  Instagram, Facebook, YouTube, and LinkedIn! 

In this episode, we got Sean McMorrow (The Sheriff) here, a former professional hockey player and current host of The Sheriff Podcast. After a phenomenal hockey career with 443 penalty minutes in 176 regular-season games in the AHL, and a debut in the NHL, The Sheriff continues to contribute to the game as a content creator.Sean has always been a fan favourite with his tremendous efforts in giving back to the community and passion for lending a helping hand. It is no surprise that he was awarded the Man of The Year award three times for his outstanding contributions to the local community and charitable organizations. In this episode, we discuss Sean's journey growing up as a black hockey player in Scarborough, his community involvement efforts, and his life as a podcaster. Stay tuned for the YouTube analysis next week!Love the show?!  Rate us 5 stars on Apple Podcasts and Spotify and follow us on  Instagram, Facebook, YouTube, and LinkedIn! 

For the first episode of the season, we got Erica Ayala here, a freelance multimedia sports journalist. Erica is a trusted voice in sports, especially on gender and racial equity. Erica has traveled to China to cover Black Athletes competing in the 2022 Winter Olympics for American Legacy Network. She will also cover the women's and men's hockey tournaments for various outlets. In this episode, we discuss Erica's journey sharing knowledge in women's sports, her efforts to provide a new lens in sports journalism, and telling the lion's story.  Stay tuned for the YouTube analysis next week! Love the show?!  Rate us 5 stars on Apple Podcasts and Spotify and follow us on  Instagram, Facebook, YouTube, and LinkedIn! 

Thanks so much for all your support over the past 2 seasons of the show with 474 episode downloads and counting!In season 1 you heard my story, in season 2 you heard a variety of unique perspectives,  but now what does season 3 hold?1. Bi-weekly interview episodes with vital influencers in the d&i sports space2. Even more content on social media including Instagram Reels and TikToks, and YouTube3. Insights from the Olympics, Black History Month, the Super Bowl, and much more!Stay tuned for episode 1 launching on February 4th! Love the show?!  Rate us 5 stars on Apple Podcasts and Spotify and follow us on  Instagram, Facebook, YouTube, and LinkedIn! 

This week we are closing off the season with an episode that connects the perspectives of all our guests this season. Beginning with varsity athletes, moving across various spaces in the industry, and ending with my conclusions. Thank you for supporting the show and stay tuned for next season!  Love the show?! Follow us on Instagram, Facebook, YouTube, and LinkedIn! 

 This week, we have a change of pace with a Q&A episode. Based on your submitted questions, I have compiled the Top 10 questions ranging from my experiences, my take on various EDI topics, and some advice for BIPOC members and allies.  Love the show?! Follow us on Instagram, Facebook, YouTube, and LinkedIn!