#28: Nina Ligon is a former equestrian Olympian who competed in the London Games and went on to build products at companies like Headspace before deciding to create something of her own. In this episode, she shares the nonlinear path that led her from elite sport and Stanford engineering to entrepreneurship.

Nina breaks down why she founded Generation Sport, an athletic wear brand designed specifically for athletic bodies, and the gaps she saw in the industry that no one else was solving. This conversation covers identity shifts, trusting your gut, and what it really takes to move from high performer to builder and founder.

#27: Former Division I hockey player Katie Virtue shares how her athlete mindset fueled a fast climb in consulting and leadership, and how it eventually led to burnout. She breaks down her Sustainable Performance Playbook built on purpose, values, and behaviors, plus the energy habits that help high performers protect their sleep, set boundaries, and stop chasing productivity as a badge of honor.

#26: Jennifer Matthews is a former Division I volleyball player at Siena University who built an executive career shaping some of the biggest brands in sports and media, including Sports Illustrated, ESPN, NBC, and FanDuel. Most recently, she served as Vice President of Brand Strategy at FanDuel, helping build the brand during one of the fastest-growing eras in sports.

In this episode, Jennifer shares how her athlete mindset fueled her leadership, why she chose roles where she could build brands from the ground up, and how trusting a nonlinear career helped her grow with confidence. A must-listen for anyone navigating career transitions, leadership pressure, or building something without a playbook.