Voice in Sport® is on a mission to bring more visibility to female athletes and elevate their voice. Sport Industry Executive, Advocate, Former Athlete and Founder of VIS®, Stef Strack explores the journey of female athletes by sharing untold stories on topics rarely discussed like mental health, body image, female specific sports science and nutrition. Stef hosts a conversation with female athletes, at all levels, inspiring us all to raise our voice, keep playing and change more than just the…
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Episode 139: Dr. Haley Perlus: Reframing Failure
With a Ph.D. In Sport Psychology and an extensive background as an athlete, coach, speaker, and author, VIS Expert Dr. Haley Perlus helps athletes find the tools and mindsets they need to optimize their mental game to achieve at a high level. She discusses the importance of reframing failure to be an opportunity both in life and in sport, instead of getting stuck in an “evaluation zone.” Coming…
Episode 138: From Sponge to Captain: Caroline Harvey on Growth, Leadership, and Earning Your Role
Olympic Gold Medalist and Team USA hockey player shares what it truly takes to reach the highest level of sport. From dreaming of the Olympics at age three to competing in the 2022 Beijing Games as the youngest player on the roster, she reflects on the journey of building confidence, overcoming setbacks, and embracing every role along the way. Now a national champion and team captain at the…
Episode 137: Controlling the Controllables: From the Olympic Pipeline back to Stanford
Team USA water polo athlete and Stanford student athlete Ella Woodhead shares what it truly takes to pursue excellence at the highest level of the sport. From growing up in the water and being inspired by her brothers, to competing on junior national teams and training for the Olympics, Ella opens up about the moments that defined her journey, leaving home in high school, becoming a team captain,…
Episode 136: More Than a Number: Gut Health Metrics, Confidence, and Finding My Quiet
Professional golfer and Stanford University graduate Rose Zhang shares what it really takes to build longevity in elite sport. From picking up a golf club at nine years old to spending a record 141 consecutive weeks as the world's top amateur, Rose opens up about the moments that challenged her most — a persistent neck injury, burning out after 22 units at Stanford, and losing her period for a…
Episode 135: The Thin Line: 3 Eating Disorder Myths All Women Athletes Should Know
Registered dietitian and eating disorder expert Jillian Lampert, PhD, joins the VOICEINSPORT podcast to bust three eating disorder myths, and give athletes, parents, and coaches the tools to drive real change. Drawing on her own eating disorder experience, 30 years in a clinical background, and doctoral research on sport and disordered eating, Jillian breaks down why weight-based coaching is…
Episode 134 : Gwyneth Philips Built Through Change
American hockey player, PWHL athlete, and Olympic gold medalist Gwyneth Philips shares what it really takes to stay ready, patient, and committed while building a career in elite sport. From competing at the highest level with Team USA to navigating the intensity of the PWHL, Gwyneth opens up about the reality of waiting for your opportunity and the mental strength required to stay prepared behind…
Episode 133: Learning to Believe in Yourself with Nicole Hensley
Two-time Olympic medalist and PWHL Minnesota Frost goaltender Nicole Hensley joins us to share her journey navigating self-belief, rejection, and mental resilience in elite sport. From growing up playing hockey with the boys in Colorado to hearing “no” from nearly every college during recruiting, Nicole opens up about the challenges that shaped her confidence and helped her forge her own path in…
Canadian Women’s National Team defender and professional footballer Ashley Lawrence shares what it really takes to build longevity in elite sport. From leaving college early to play professionally in Europe, to navigating cultural change, competition, and self-doubt, Ashley opens up about the moments that challenged her most — and the tools that helped her stay grounded. She reflects on the…
Episode 131: Finding Purpose After Sport with Katelyn Ohashi
Former elite gymnast and UCLA standout Katelyn Ohashi returns to the Voice in Sport Podcast to talk about life beyond competition and what it means to redefine who you are after stepping away from sport. In this episode, Katelyn opens up about leaving elite gymnastics, discovering new creative outlets, and learning how to listen to her own voice after years of external pressure. She reflects on…
Episode #130: Madison Fulford on Finding Sustainable Ways to Compete Through Burnout
Flag football is one of the fastest-growing sports in the U.S.—but the pathway to the top hasn’t always been clear, especially for women. In Episode 2, Team USA Flag Football athlete and Olympian Madison Fulford returns to the VOICEINSPORT Podcast to break down the evolution of the sport, the gaps in the development pipeline, and why representation and coaching matter more than ever. Madison…