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In this episode, Tayler is joined by Magdalen Sparrow, the Founder and Executive Director of Passback, a 501(c)3 nonprofit focused on upcycling surplus sports equipment. Magdalen discusses what led her to found Passback and why the organization’s focus on sustainability also aims to provide more kids with opportunities to play sports. She also shares that the organization recirculated more than 11 tons of plastic and metal back into the economy in 2025 and helped save $22 million in preventative medical costs.

In this episode, Tayler is joined by Stacey Nation, a writer, director, and creative consultant. Stacey shared the inspiration behind her forthcoming film, Forever Lights, which is about a young girl’s flag football journey from playing as a kid to competing in the 2028 Summer Olympics. Stacy and Tayler discuss the importance of authentic storytelling in women’s sports, as well as Stacey’s process of scouting locations and casting athletes for the film.

In this episode, Tayler is joined by Jaime Weston, the first commissioner of Major League Volleyball. Jaime talks about the growth of volleyball as a sport in the U.S., as well as her personal ties to the game. She also shares insights on league structure and the ownership model, as the league is set to expand and add four additional teams for the 2027 season.

In this episode, Tayler is joined by Christina Franklin and Angie Nygren from Generator Studio, a full-service architecture and interior design firm based in Kansas City. Generator has worked on projects such as CPKC Stadium, the first purpose-built stadium in the world for women’s sports, the New York Liberty locker room, the forthcoming Houston Comets player spaces, and so much more. Christina and Angie discussed the importance of designing spaces that meet female athletes' unique needs, as well as the evolving landscape of women's sports architecture and the future of women's sports facilities.

In this episode, Tayler is joined by Carol “Cruella” Hopfinger from Arch Rival Roller Derby, St. Louis’ Premier Roller Derby League. Carol joined Hang Time to share an overview of roller derby and its rules, as well as information on some upcoming competitions - local and international - for the team. She shared the role of nicknames and team culture in roller derby and shared how to get involved with the league here in St. Louis.

In this episode, Tayler is joined by Kendee Hilliard, who serves as the Director of Community Relations at the Missouri Valley Conference (MVC). Kendee shared how she got her start working in sports, as well as how her student-athlete experience shaped her. The two discussed the importance of representation in athletics, and Kendee shared updates on the MVC’s recent announcement about Arch Madness expanding to include the women’s tournament in 2027, as well.

In this episode, Tayler is joined by Britt Apgar, a trailblazing athlete and one of the inaugural players drafted to the Women's Professional Baseball League (WPBL). Tayler and Britt discuss the launch of the WPBL and what it was like to be drafted to the Los Angeles team. Britt shares the story behind #ProtectTheNub, as well as innovation in adaptive sports gear, and how she got her start playing baseball.

In this episode, Tayler is joined by Erin Ryder, one of the co-founders of Playmakers Nashville, which is a membership-based community dedicated to igniting the power of women in sports on the field, behind the scenes, and at every level in between. Erin and her co-founder Emma May-Bradley have built a cohort model for women working in sports and young women aspiring to careers in sports in Nashville. Erin shared how the idea for Playmakers Nashville came to be, and why now was the right time to launch. She also discusses some of the innovative ways they are serving the needs of women in sports at various stages in their career.

In this episode, Tayler is joined by Dr. Ashlesha Lokhande and Gretchen Miron, who both work at the NCAA with its Emerging Sports for Women Program. Dr. Ash and Gretchen shared their backgrounds as former student-athletes and how those experiences shaped their career paths and the work they do today. The conversation also shifted into some data on the impact of the Emerging Sports for Women Program, as well as some of the recently adopted sports. Dr. Ash shared information on how a sport goes from application to full sponsorship, and Gretchen how national trends inform the NCAA’s process for adopting new sports.

In this episode, Tayler is joined by Shelly Clark, CEO and co-owner of the St. Louis Ambush, a professional indoor soccer team based in the Greater St. Louis area. Shelly shares her journey from a degree in education to becoming a co-owner of a professional sports team. She discusses the role sports organizations play in the community, as well as some of the challenges and rewards of being a woman in a leadership role in a sports organization.

In this episode, Tayler is joined by Jen Brooks, the Athletic Director of Usuline Academy in St. Louis and the founder of the Global Community of Women in High School Sports (GCWHSS). Jen shared how she got started working in sports, as well as some of the challenges faced by women working in high school sports. The two discuss the importance of community and mentorship for women in sports, and Jen talks about how GCWHSS is adjusting their structure to better serve the membership.

In this episode, Tayler is joined by Emily Huston, the founder of HomeTeam, which is an organization dedicated to centralizing athlete-centered care and community. Emily discusses her student-athlete and professional playing careers and gaps she noticed in athlete mental health support. The two discuss what led Emily to launch HomeTeam, and why she believes community and provider collaboration is such an important part of supporting athletes in their mental health. Trigger warning: suicide ideation and suicide rates of NCAA student-athletes.

This episode is the third of a three-part series with BSN SPORTS and their SURGE program. In this episode, Tayler is joined by four-time Olympian Allison Schmitt. Allison shares her athlete journey from swimming in college to the Olympics, including the differences in her four Olympic Games. The two also discuss the impact of the SURGE program and the importance of helping to build skills of resilience and confidence in young girl athletes.

This episode is part two of a three-part series with BSN SPORTS and their SURGE program. In this episode, Tayler is joined by Tisha Hill, who serves as a National Account Manager for the SURGE Program, which is aimed at empowering girls in sports. Tisha shares her journey from student-athlete at Indiana University to coaching to her current role now with BSN SPORTS. She discusses the importance of confidence, community, and innovative programs for women and girls in sports, and she and Tayler talk about the value of the student-athlete experience.

In this episode, Tayler is joined by Aaron Hart, Lecturer at SUNY Cortland and Vice President of Curriculum and Program Engagement at Varsity Brands. Through Varsity Brands and BSN SPORTS, Aaron oversees several programming initiatives aimed at physical education and empowerment for young athletes, including BSN SPORTS’ SURGE Program, which is aimed at empowering girls in sports. The two discussed how SURGE got its start, the impact the program has had so far, and some of the strategies it has in place to help build confidence in girls in sports.