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This week on Athletes After Hours, I'm sitting down with professional volleyball player and Olympian TJ DeFalco to talk about his journey from a young kid chasing a dream to becoming one of the biggest names in professional volleyball. TJ opens up about making the decision to move away from his family at a young age to pursue volleyball in California, getting recruited by one of the top collegiate programs in the nation, and what it took to win multiple national championships. We dive into the pressure of competing at the highest level, earning a spot in the Hall of Fame, and learning how to navigate team dynamics when you're surrounded by big personalities, strong opinions, and athletes who all want to win. We also get into the realities of playing professionally overseas, the sacrifices that come with living thousands of miles away from home, and the challenges of maintaining a personal life while balancing a long-distance relationship. TJ shares what it's like to chase a career that takes you around the world while trying to stay connected to the people who matter most. From experiencing the unique challenges of competing at the Tokyo Olympics during COVID to now setting his sights on LA 2028, TJ reflects on representing Team USA on the world's biggest stage, the pressure of competing at the highest level, and what continues to motivate him as he prepares for another Olympic run on home soil. This conversation is a reminder that even at the highest level of sport, success comes with sacrifices, and sometimes the biggest challenges happen far beyond the court. New episodes every Wednesday! CONTACT ME FOR BUSINESS INQUIRIES 💌: [email protected] MORE OF AAH: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLAqmszrKB9tGT2cLtCruLHGYJGHxFdA1M LISTEN ON SPOTIFY: https://open.spotify.com/show/1tMu2BlIgGVUYLLkES4VDo?si=23a99e4d67934ea9 LISTEN ON APPLE PODCASTS: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/athletes-after-hours-with-gracie-kramer/id1882423066 FOLLOW ME ON SOCIALS —INSTAGRAM: @gracie.kramer (https://www.instagram.com/gracie.kramer?igsh=NTc4MTIwNjQ2YQ%3D%3D&utm_source=qr) TIKTOK: @graciekramer8 (https://www.tiktok.com/@graciekramer8?_r=1&_t=ZT-94nOAG8Efr3) YOUTUBE: https://youtube.com/@graciekramer14?si=F28A5yWoqUu0DRPv FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100011384569631

This week, I'm sitting down with professional softball player Keirstin Roose for a conversation about everything that happens beyond the field. We talk about growing up as a strong female athlete, navigating body image and the pressure to look a certain way, learning how to properly fuel your body, and handling the mental pressure that comes with competing at such a high level. Keirstin also opens up about competing while living with Type 1 diabetes, overcoming four surgeries, and learning to trust her body through it all. We also dive into the impact she hopes to have on the next generation of athletes and why being a role model for young athletes living with diabetes has become such an important part of her journey. This episode is a reminder that the challenges you face don't have to limit where you can go and sometimes your story can become the reason someone else believes they can do it too. CONTACT ME FOR BUSINESS INQUIRIES 💌: [email protected] WATCH MORE OF AAH: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLAqmszrKB9tGT2cLtCruLHGYJGHxFdA1M LISTEN/WATCH ON SPOTIFY: https://open.spotify.com/show/1tMu2BlIgGVUYLLkES4VDo?si=23a99e4d67934ea9 LISTEN ON APPLE PODCASTS: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/athletes-after-hours-with-gracie-kramer/id1882423066 FOLLOW ME ON SOCIALS — INSTAGRAM: @gracie.kramer (https://www.instagram.com/gracie.kramer?igsh=NTc4MTIwNjQ2YQ%3D%3D&utm_source=qr) TIKTOK: @graciekramer8 (https://www.tiktok.com/@graciekramer8?_r=1&_t=ZT-94nOAG8Efr3) YOUTUBE: https://youtube.com/@graciekramer14?si=F28A5yWoqUu0DRPv FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100011384569631

What does it take to run 13 marathons in 13 days, swim the Catalina Channel for nearly 10 hours straight in shark infested waters, and still be searching for the next big challenge? This week, I sit down with endurance athlete and former collegiate pole vaulter Seth Wilmoth to talk about what drives him to keep testing his limits. Seth takes us inside his Gold Rush challenge, where he ran 13 marathons in 13 days across California's 13 eco-regions, and his nearly 10-hour swim across the Catalina Channel. But beyond the miles and crazy accomplishments, we get into the mindset behind doing hard things, what happens when your body is telling you to stop, finding purpose through pushing yourself, and why the next challenge always seems to be calling. We also talk about his journey from competitive pole vaulting to endurance sports and what these extreme experiences have taught him about who he is when things get uncomfortable. This episode is about finding out what you're capable of, embracing the unknown, and realizing that sometimes the biggest challenge isn't the finish line — it's figuring out what comes next.  CONTACT ME FOR BUSINESS INQUIRIES 💌: [email protected] WATCH MORE OF AAH: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLAqmszrKB9tGT2cLtCruLHGYJGHxFdA1M LISTEN ON SPOTIFY: https://open.spotify.com/show/1tMu2BlIgGVUYLLkES4VDo?si=23a99e4d67934ea9 LISTEN ON APPLE PODCASTS: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/athletes-after-hours-with-gracie-kramer/id1882423066 FOLLOW ME ON SOCIALS — INSTAGRAM: @gracie.kramer (https://www.instagram.com/gracie.kramer?igsh=NTc4MTIwNjQ2YQ%3D%3D&utm_source=qr) TIKTOK: @graciekramer8 (https://www.tiktok.com/@graciekramer8?_r=1&_t=ZT-94nOAG8Efr3) YOUTUBE: https://youtube.com/@graciekramer14?si=F28A5yWoqUu0DRPv FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100011384569631

What does it really take to handle the pressure of being the last line of defense? This week, I sit down with LA Galaxy goalkeeper JT Marcinkowski for an honest conversation about the highs and lows of life in professional soccer. We talk about the pressure that comes with competing at the highest level, stepping into the legacy of the LA Galaxy, and carrying the weight of a position where one mistake can change an entire game. JT opens up about battling injuries and surgeries, losing confidence in his body, and the mental process of trusting himself enough to compete again. We also dive into how he rebuilt that confidence, found his footing in a new chapter of his career, and what it feels like to be playing some of his best soccer as the Galaxy build momentum with the playoffs around the corner.  CONTACT ME FOR BUSINESS INQUIRIES 💌: [email protected] WATCH MORE OF AAH: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLAqmszrKB9tGT2cLtCruLHGYJGHxFdA1M LISTEN ON SPOTIFY: https://open.spotify.com/show/1tMu2BlIgGVUYLLkES4VDo?si=23a99e4d67934ea9 LISTEN ON APPLE PODCASTS: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/athletes-after-hours-with-gracie-kramer/id1882423066 FOLLOW ME ON SOCIALS — INSTAGRAM: @gracie.kramer (https://www.instagram.com/gracie.kramer?igsh=NTc4MTIwNjQ2YQ%3D%3D&utm_source=qr) TIKTOK: @graciekramer8 (https://www.tiktok.com/@graciekramer8?_r=1&_t=ZT-94nOAG8Efr3) YOUTUBE: https://youtube.com/@graciekramer14?si=F28A5yWoqUu0DRPv FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100011384569631

What happens when the sport that shaped your entire life suddenly ends, and you have to figure out who you are without it? This week on Athletes After Hours, I'm sitting down with former Canadian national team gymnast, UCLA legend, and now pop artist Peng Peng Lee. We talk about her journey from representing Canada on the international stage and serving as honorary captain of the 2012 Canadian Olympic team to becoming one of the most iconic gymnasts in UCLA history, and what it was really like to walk away from the sport that had defined her for so long. Peng opens up about the difficult transition into the entertainment industry, navigating rejection, feeling pulled in a million different directions, and learning how to start over when life doesn't go according to plan. We also get into heartbreak, having to completely uproot her life during an already uncertain chapter, and ultimately finding the confidence to reinvent herself yet again through music. From perfect 10s and national championships to auditions, rejection, heartbreak, and stepping onto the stage as a pop artist, this conversation is all about what it takes to keep betting on yourself when the next chapter looks nothing like the one you imagined.

What does it really take to chase a life in professional surfing, and what happens when one moment threatens to take it all away? This week on Athletes After Hours, I'm sitting down with professional longboarder Sally Cohen to talk about growing up on the North Shore of Oahu, finding her place in the surf world, and everything that comes with pursuing the sport she loves at the highest level. Sally opens up about the highs and lows of professional surfing, building her identity both in and out of the water, and the terrifying Surf Ranch accident that left her with a fractured jaw, 30+ stitches, and four lost teeth. We get into the physical and mental process of finding her way back after the accident, facing fear again, and what the experience taught her about resilience and herself. We also talk about her life beyond competition, cofounding Aokia Swim with her sister, navigating the pressure to have it all figured out, and the person she's becoming outside of surfing. From growing up surrounded by the ocean to being forced to rebuild after one of the hardest moments of her life, this conversation is about so much more than surfing. It's about identity, fear, resilience, and learning how to paddle back out when life knocks you down. CONTACT ME FOR BUSINESS INQUIRIES 💌: [email protected] WATCH MORE OF AAH: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLAqmszrKB9tGT2cLtCruLHGYJGHxFdA1M LISTEN ON SPOTIFY: https://open.spotify.com/show/1tMu2BlIgGVUYLLkES4VDo?si=23a99e4d67934ea9 LISTEN ON APPLE PODCASTS: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/athletes-after-hours-with-gracie-kramer/id1882423066 FOLLOW ME ON SOCIALS — INSTAGRAM: @gracie.kramer (https://www.instagram.com/gracie.kramer?igsh=NTc4MTIwNjQ2YQ%3D%3D&utm_source=qr) TIKTOK: @graciekramer8 (https://www.tiktok.com/@graciekramer8?_r=1&_t=ZT-94nOAG8Efr3) YOUTUBE: https://youtube.com/@graciekramer14?si=F28A5yWoqUu0DRPv FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100011384569631

Brand trips, a major career first, a big life change, and a few dating disasters… somehow, that's only scratching the surface of the last few months. It's been a minute since we've done a solo episode, and we have A LOT to catch up on. In this solo episode of Athletes After Hours, I'm taking you behind the scenes of what life has actually looked like lately. From going to multiple World Cup games and saying yes to some of the biggest opportunities of my career to hosting my first ever red carpet at the Ted Lasso premiere, it feels like I'm stepping into a completely new era. And it's not just my career that's changing. There are some pretty big things happening in my personal life too, including a brand new space and a fresh start. I catch you up on everything that's happened over the last few months, what I'm working toward, and, more importantly, how I've actually been feeling through all of it. I'm also attempting to date again, and let's just say I have some stories… We're talking dating, navigating the highs and lows of being single, learning how to actually celebrate the wins instead of immediately chasing the next thing, and everything that's been happening when the cameras aren't rolling. Basically, consider this one big life update: career highs, dating chaos, big changes, personal growth, and all the things I'd normally save for a conversation with my closest friends. Tune in every Wednesday for new episodes of Athletes After Hours, and be sure to comment which athlete you want to see on the pod next🎙️ CONTACT ME FOR BUSINESS INQUIRIES 💌: [email protected] WATCH MORE OF AAH: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLAqmszrKB9tGT2cLtCruLHGYJGHxFdA1M LISTEN ON SPOTIFY: https://open.spotify.com/show/1tMu2BlIgGVUYLLkES4VDo?si=23a99e4d67934ea9 LISTEN ON APPLE PODCASTS: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/athletes-after-hours-with-gracie-kramer/id1882423066 FOLLOW ME ON SOCIALS — INSTAGRAM: @gracie.kramer (https://www.instagram.com/gracie.kramer?igsh=NTc4MTIwNjQ2YQ%3D%3D&utm_source=qr) TIKTOK: @graciekramer8 (https://www.tiktok.com/@graciekramer8?_r=1&_t=ZT-94nOAG8Efr3) YOUTUBE: https://youtube.com/@graciekramer14?si=F28A5yWoqUu0DRPv FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100011384569631

With football season right around the corner, I thought it'd be fun to bring an NFL player on the podcast to find out what it's really like to play professional football in the NFL... and Will Blackmon definitely didn't hold back. After spending 12 years in the NFL and winning a Super Bowl, Will knows firsthand that life in the league isn't always as glamorous as it looks. In this episode of Athletes After Hours, we get into the harsh realities behind professional football, from the laundry list of injuries that come with playing at the highest level to the pressure, uncertainty, and sacrifices that's required to stay in the league. Will takes us behind the scenes of what it actually feels like to win a Super Bowl, the truth about NFL careers that fans rarely get to see, and the complicated transition that happens when the game you've dedicated your entire life to suddenly ends. We also dive into navigating identity and purpose after sport, building a life beyond football, and how Will is now using everything he learned throughout his career to help prepare the next generation of athletes for the realities of chasing their own professional dreams. Football is back.. but this is the side of the NFL you don't see on game day. CONTACT ME FOR BUSINESS INQUIRIES 💌: [email protected] WATCH MORE OF AAH: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLAqmszrKB9tGT2cLtCruLHGYJGHxFdA1M LISTEN ON SPOTIFY: https://open.spotify.com/show/1tMu2BlIgGVUYLLkES4VDo?si=23a99e4d67934ea9 LISTEN ON APPLE PODCASTS: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/athletes-after-hours-with-gracie-kramer/id1882423066 FOLLOW ME ON SOCIALS — INSTAGRAM: @gracie.kramer (https://www.instagram.com/gracie.kramer?igsh=NTc4MTIwNjQ2YQ%3D%3D&utm_source=qr) TIKTOK: @graciekramer8 (https://www.tiktok.com/@graciekramer8?_r=1&_t=ZT-94nOAG8Efr3) YOUTUBE: https://youtube.com/@graciekramer14?si=F28A5yWoqUu0DRPv FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100011384569631

In this episode of Athletes After Hours, I sit down with professional beach volleyball player and collegiate national champion Savi Simo for an honest look at what it really takes to compete at the highest level. Savi opens up about her struggles with mental health, competing in both indoor and beach volleyball at UCLA, the pressure and stress that came with competing for a championship program, and the harsh realities behind an experience that can look picture-perfect from the outside. We also dive into what happens after college, including the financial realities of pursuing a career in professional beach volleyball, the pressure of funding your own athletic career, and just how difficult it can be to keep chasing the dream when there isn't always a clear path or guaranteed paycheck. Savi shares what she's learned about finding the right partner on the court, why having someone who genuinely believes in and supports you can make all the difference, and what it's like being married to another professional volleyball player who understands the highs, lows, sacrifices, and demands of the sport firsthand. From national championships to navigating life as a professional athlete, this conversation pulls back the curtain on the parts of elite sports we don't always get to see. CONTACT ME FOR BUSINESS INQUIRIES 💌: [email protected] WATCH MORE OF AAH: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLAqmszrKB9tGT2cLtCruLHGYJGHxFdA1M LISTEN ON SPOTIFY: https://open.spotify.com/show/1tMu2BlIgGVUYLLkES4VDo?si=23a99e4d67934ea9 LISTEN ON APPLE PODCASTS: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/athletes-after-hours-with-gracie-kramer/id1882423066 FOLLOW ME ON SOCIALS — INSTAGRAM: @gracie.kramer (https://www.instagram.com/gracie.kramer?igsh=NTc4MTIwNjQ2YQ%3D%3D&utm_source=qr) TIKTOK: @graciekramer8 (https://www.tiktok.com/@graciekramer8?_r=1&_t=ZT-94nOAG8Efr3) YOUTUBE: https://youtube.com/@graciekramer14?si=F28A5yWoqUu0DRPv FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100011384569631

In this episode of Athletes After Hours, I sit down with legendary former UCLA Gymnastics head coach, Pac-12 Coach of the Century, and keynote speaker Valorie Kondos Field, better known to so many of us as Miss Val. This conversation is especially meaningful to me because Miss Val wasn't just one of the most influential coaches in college gymnastics, she was my coach at UCLA. She played such a significant role in my experience as a student-athlete and helped shape me into the person I am today. So getting to sit across from her years later, outside of the gym and in a completely different chapter of both of our lives, made this conversation incredibly special. Over the course of her 34-year career at UCLA, Miss Val helped build one of the most successful and recognizable programs in college gymnastics, but her impact has always extended far beyond wins, championships, and trophies. We talk about what it was like leading generations of young women, how her approach to coaching and leadership evolved throughout her career, and the lessons she learned from more than three decades at the helm of UCLA Gymnastics. Miss Val also opens up about one of the most difficult chapters of her life: being diagnosed with breast cancer while still coaching her team. She shares how that experience changed her perspective on life, success, and the way she showed up for the people around her. We also dive into her decision to walk away from coaching while she was still at the peak of her career and why knowing when to leave can sometimes be just as powerful as knowing when to keep going. After spending 34 years with such a clear role and purpose, we talk about what it looked like to build a new identity outside of coaching, step into her next chapter as a keynote speaker and leader, and discover purpose beyond the thing she had dedicated so much of her life to. This conversation is about so much more than gymnastics. It's about leadership, resilience, identity, navigating change, and learning that sometimes your greatest chapter can begin when you're willing to close another one. CONTACT ME FOR BUSINESS INQUIRIES 💌: [email protected] WATCH MORE OF AAH: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLAqmszrKB9tGT2cLtCruLHGYJGHxFdA1M LISTEN ON SPOTIFY: https://open.spotify.com/show/1tMu2BlIgGVUYLLkES4VDo?si=23a99e4d67934ea9 LISTEN ON APPLE PODCASTS: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/athletes-after-hours-with-gracie-kramer/id1882423066 FOLLOW ME ON SOCIALS — INSTAGRAM: @gracie.kramer (https://www.instagram.com/gracie.kramer?igsh=NTc4MTIwNjQ2YQ%3D%3D&utm_source=qr) TIKTOK: @graciekramer8 (https://www.tiktok.com/@graciekramer8?_r=1&_t=ZT-94nOAG8Efr3) YOUTUBE: https://youtube.com/@graciekramer14?si=F28A5yWoqUu0DRPv FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100011384569631

What does it really take to chase perfection in one of the world's most judged sports? This week, I'm joined by Olympic bronze medalist, 3x Olympian, 5x Canadian National Champion, and World Championship medalist Piper Gilles for an incredibly honest conversation about the highs and lows of elite ice dancing. We talk about the pressure of performing a sport where every tiny detail is scrutinized, what it takes to find the right partner both on and off the ice, and the years of trust it takes to build one of the most successful partnerships in figure skating. Piper also opens up about being diagnosed with Stage I ovarian cancer just before the Olympics, how she fought her way back to competition, and what it meant to stand on the Olympic podium and win bronze after everything she'd been through. Beyond the medals, this episode is about perspective. We dive into finding joy outside of sport, separating self-worth from results, and why some of life's biggest challenges can completely change the way you approach your dreams. Whether you're an athlete or simply navigating your own next chapter, Piper's resilience, humility, and outlook on life make this a conversation you won't forget. CONTACT ME FOR BUSINESS INQUIRIES 💌: [email protected] WATCH MORE OF AAH: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLAqmszrKB9tGT2cLtCruLHGYJGHxFdA1M LISTEN ON SPOTIFY: https://open.spotify.com/show/1tMu2BlIgGVUYLLkES4VDo?si=23a99e4d67934ea9 LISTEN ON APPLE PODCASTS: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/athletes-after-hours-with-gracie-kramer/id1882423066 FOLLOW ME ON SOCIALS — INSTAGRAM: @gracie.kramer (https://www.instagram.com/gracie.kramer?igsh=NTc4MTIwNjQ2YQ%3D%3D&utm_source=qr) TIKTOK: @graciekramer8 (https://www.tiktok.com/@graciekramer8?_r=1&_t=ZT-94nOAG8Efr3) YOUTUBE: https://youtube.com/@graciekramer14?si=F28A5yWoqUu0DRPv FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100011384569631

This week's episode of Athletes After Hours features keynote speaker, former minor league baseball player, and author Chris Cullen for a conversation that goes far beyond the game. After seeing his lifelong dream of playing professional baseball come to an unexpected end, Chris was forced to confront one of the hardest questions every athlete eventually faces: Who am I without my sport? Together, we dive into identity beyond athletics, navigating career transitions, finding purpose after setbacks, and the mindset shifts that helped Chris turn one chapter closing into the beginning of something even greater. We also talk about resilience, personal growth, and why some of life's biggest challenges often become our greatest opportunities. Whether you're an athlete, chasing a dream, or simply navigating a season of change, this conversation is packed with perspective and practical wisdom that will leave you feeling inspired to embrace whatever comes next. CONTACT ME FOR BUSINESS INQUIRIES 💌: [email protected] WATCH MORE OF AAH: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLAqmszrKB9tGT2cLtCruLHGYJGHxFdA1M LISTEN ON SPOTIFY: https://open.spotify.com/show/1tMu2BlIgGVUYLLkES4VDo?si=23a99e4d67934ea9 LISTEN ON APPLE PODCASTS: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/athletes-after-hours-with-gracie-kramer/id1882423066 FOLLOW ME ON SOCIALS — INSTAGRAM: @gracie.kramer (https://www.instagram.com/gracie.kramer?igsh=NTc4MTIwNjQ2YQ%3D%3D&utm_source=qr) TIKTOK: @graciekramer8 (https://www.tiktok.com/@graciekramer8?_r=1&_t=ZT-94nOAG8Efr3) YOUTUBE: https://youtube.com/@graciekramer14?si=F28A5yWoqUu0DRPv FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100011384569631

There are some conversations that just feel like looking in a mirror, and this was one of them. This week, I'm joined by UCLA gymnast Katelyn Rosen, someone I lovingly call my mini me. We dive into what it's really like to compete at the highest level of collegiate gymnastics, navigate the pressure that comes with wearing the UCLA leotard, and fight your way back through the mental struggles that so many athletes experience but so few openly talk about. We also have a big sister/little sister conversation about life after sport, the emotions that come with entering your final year of college gymnastics, and the uncertainty of what's next when the sport you've dedicated your life to begins to wind down. As two floor performers who approach performance in such a similar way, we also geek out over artistry, performance quality, and what it feels like to truly connect with an audience beyond just the gymnastics. Whether you're an athlete navigating pressure, someone approaching a big life transition, or just love hearing honest conversations about the highs and lows that come with chasing excellence, I think you're really going to love this one. CONTACT ME FOR BUSINESS INQUIRIES 💌: [email protected] WATCH MORE OF AAH: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLAqmszrKB9tGT2cLtCruLHGYJGHxFdA1M LISTEN ON SPOTIFY: https://open.spotify.com/show/1tMu2BlIgGVUYLLkES4VDo?si=23a99e4d67934ea9 LISTEN ON APPLE PODCASTS: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/athletes-after-hours-with-gracie-kramer/id1882423066 FOLLOW ME ON SOCIALS — INSTAGRAM: @gracie.kramer (https://www.instagram.com/gracie.kramer?igsh=NTc4MTIwNjQ2YQ%3D%3D&utm_source=qr) TIKTOK: @graciekramer8 (https://www.tiktok.com/@graciekramer8?_r=1&_t=ZT-94nOAG8Efr3) YOUTUBE: https://youtube.com/@graciekramer14?si=F28A5yWoqUu0DRPv FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100011384569631

Former U.S. Men's National Team defender, 2010 FIFA World Cup veteran, MLS Cup champion, and one of soccer's most recognizable broadcasters, Heath Pearce joins me for an honest conversation about life on and off the pitch. With the FIFA World Cup in full swing, Heath shares his perspective on what makes this tournament so special, the moments fans don't always get to see, and what it's really like to experience the biggest stage in sports as a player. We also dive into the transition out of professional soccer, navigating the loss of an athletic identity, and how he found a new purpose behind the microphone as a sports broadcaster and television analyst. Whether you're a lifelong soccer fan or simply curious about what happens after the final whistle, this episode is a conversation about reinvention, perspective, and finding fulfillment long after your playing career comes to an end. CONTACT ME FOR BUSINESS INQUIRIES 💌: [email protected] WATCH MORE OF AAH: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLAqmszrKB9tGT2cLtCruLHGYJGHxFdA1M LISTEN ON SPOTIFY: https://open.spotify.com/show/1tMu2BlIgGVUYLLkES4VDo?si=23a99e4d67934ea9 LISTEN ON APPLE PODCASTS: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/athletes-after-hours-with-gracie-kramer/id1882423066 FOLLOW ME ON SOCIALS — INSTAGRAM: @gracie.kramer (https://www.instagram.com/gracie.kramer?igsh=NTc4MTIwNjQ2YQ%3D%3D&utm_source=qr) TIKTOK: @graciekramer8 (https://www.tiktok.com/@graciekramer8?_r=1&_t=ZT-94nOAG8Efr3) YOUTUBE: https://youtube.com/@graciekramer14?si=F28A5yWoqUu0DRPv FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100011384569631

Tisha Alyn joins me on Athletes After Hours for an honest conversation about embracing change, navigating life's unexpected twists, and what it looks like to keep showing up for yourself through every season. From growing a business to moving through a very public breakup, Tisha shares the lessons she's learned about resilience, friendship, and building a life that feels true to who you are. A former professional golfer, entrepreneur, CEO of Alyn Golf, and content creator, Tisha shares how she transformed her career beyond competition while building a brand in a man's world. We also dive into the realities of social media, betting on yourself, embracing change, and why your identity doesn't have to be tied to just one chapter of your life. Whether you're an athlete, creator, entrepreneur, or simply figuring out your next step, this episode is packed with honest conversations, perspective, and reminders that some of life's greatest opportunities come from having the courage to start over. Shop ALYN GOLF: https://alyngolf.com/ CONTACT ME FOR BUSINESS INQUIRIES 💌: [email protected] WATCH MORE OF AAH: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLAqmszrKB9tGT2cLtCruLHGYJGHxFdA1M LISTEN ON SPOTIFY: https://open.spotify.com/show/1tMu2BlIgGVUYLLkES4VDo?si=23a99e4d67934ea9 LISTEN ON APPLE PODCASTS: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/athletes-after-hours-with-gracie-kramer/id1882423066 FOLLOW ME ON SOCIALS — INSTAGRAM: @gracie.kramer (https://www.instagram.com/gracie.kramer?igsh=NTc4MTIwNjQ2YQ%3D%3D&utm_source=qr) TIKTOK: @graciekramer8 (https://www.tiktok.com/@graciekramer8?_r=1&_t=ZT-94nOAG8Efr3) YOUTUBE: https://youtube.com/@graciekramer14?si=F28A5yWoqUu0DRPv FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100011384569631