Host Rekaya Gibson chats with special guest Candi Waller, Founder and Chief Executive Officer of CWall Sports and Entertainment, about the Washington football team retiring its moniker, Redskins. They discuss the team’s history for using the word ‘redskins.’ They also share possible names and fan reactions to the name change. #KeepItSporty
Negro Leagues Baseball Facts
Host Rekaya Gibson shares some facts about the Negro Leagues baseball in honor of its 100-year anniversary. She discusses the “Tip Your Cap to the Negro Leagues” campaign. She also mentions the Negro Leagues Baseball Museum. #KeepItSporty
Emile Griffith, a Great American Boxer
Black Girls Talk Sports Podcast features Professional Boxer Emile Griffith in honor of Caribbean American Heritage Month and Pride Month. He won five world boxing championships in the 1960s. His best-known match was against Benny Paret who died because of their fight. The bi-sexual, Caribbean American athlete retired in 1977 with 85 wins (23 knockouts), 24 losses, and 2 draws. He was inducted into the International Boxing Hall of Fame in 1990. Griffith died in 2013 at the age of 75.
Black Athletes with Businesses to Support
Host Rekaya Gibson highlights black athletes who are entrepreneurs with their own brands or products. The roundup includes items such as books, clothing, and teas. #KeepItSporty
Sports Roundup as of June 11, 2020
Host Rekaya Gibson and Angela Sports give sports updates on the NBA, WNBA, and many more. They highlight the MLB Draft. They also share their thoughts about NASCAR banning the confederate flag. #KeepItSporty
Athletes React to George Floyd’s Death
Hosts Rekaya Gibson and Angela Spears discuss the sports world’s response to systematic racism and the death of George Floyd. They highlight statements from sports league organizations including the NFL. They also share their thoughts about racial injustice and how to address it. #KeepItSporty
The Last Dance Review
Hosts Rekaya Gibson and Angela Spears share their thoughts about The Last Dance, an ESPN documentary series about the rise of the 1990s Chicago Bulls, starring Michael Jordan. They discuss some of their favorite moments. They mention how players and management were portrayed in the film. They also answer the questions: “Is Michael Jordan the Greatest Player of All Times (G.O.A.T.),” and “Do you think the Bulls would’ve won their seventh NBA championship if the existing team played together one more year.” #KeepItSporty
Inside Sports Data Analytics
Hosts Rekaya Gibson and Angela Sports chat with special guest Kuldeepak Kumar Sharma, Senior Business and Data Analyst at the United States Tennis Association (USTA), about sports data analytics. He discusses his role at USTA and the importance of business and sports data. He also shares some interesting facts about tennis.
Black Men Tennis Players
Hosts Rekaya Gibson and Angela Spears highlight black men tennis players throughout the world. Most still play professionally. Listen and let us know who else to add to the list. #KeepItSporty
Games & Activities to Keep It Sporty
Hosts Rekaya Gibson and Angela Spears discuss games and activities to help you fill your sports lull. They recommend things such as video games, board games and puzzles you can purchase. They also mention in/outdoor sports you can play by yourself or with your family. #KeepItSporty