World Cup champion Becky Sauerbrunn, who due to injury will not feature in this year’s event, has an important story to tell. Sauerbrunn describes herself as an “introvert,” but she proudly steps out of her comfort zone to advocate for causes she finds important, from trans inclusion to gender equity.

Hear from:

Becky Sauerbrunn

Chris Mosier (Trailblazing transgender athlete)

Zola Short (Becky’s partner)

Hudson Taylor (Athlete Ally founder)

Episode reporter:

Leila Rahimi (NBC Chicago)

Watch the episode HERE.