Melanin MVP
Melanin MVP
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The ultimate destination for women of color athlete news stories. Hosted by Angela Hollowell. Part of the Everyday Athlete Podcast Network.
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Covers a range of topics including identity challenges in sports, community building through outdoor activities, and personal journeys of athletes. Episode examples include discussions on the WNBA's identity crisis and the impact of Latino Outdoors on outdoor recreation, highlighting cultural heritage and inclusion.
The ultimate destination for women of color athlete news stories. Hosted by Angela Hollowell. Part of the Everyday Athlete Podcast Network.
Join me as I welcome Renee Hess, founder of Black Girl Hockey Club, to Melanin MVP. We delve into Renee’s journey from attending academic conferences to becoming a passionate hockey fan, the challenges of being a Black woman in hockey spaces, and how she founded the Black Girl Hockey Club to create a supportive community. We explore the influential role of Black women as fans, mothers, and leaders in hockey and discuss the importance of diversity and representation in sports. Don’t miss Renee’s inspiring stories and insights about creating a safe and inclusive environment for Black women and other marginalized groups in the world of hockey.
00:00 Introduction and Guest Introduction
00:34 Renee’s Journey to Becoming a Hockey Fan
04:29 Founding of Black Girl Hockey Club
08:40 Experiences and Challenges in Hockey Spaces
12:35 Women’s Hockey and Advocacy
18:43 Community and Support for Black Women in Hockey
31:15 Partnerships and Future Plans
34:38 Conclusion and Final Thoughts
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