Today's episode we dive into the inspiring journey of Holly Arend, the Director of Sports at Hazze Media. Discover how Holly's passion for figure skating and creativity led her to a dynamic career in sports media. From her early days in synchronized skating to her impactful role with the Vancouver Canucks, Holly shares her unique experiences and insights. Tune in for a conversation filled with personal stories, the importance of humanizing athletes, and the power of taking chances. Don't miss this engaging episode!

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Part 2 of my conversation with Maddie is here! She breaks down what inspired her to start sharing her Snap Judgements about football online, how that momentum took off, and how she eventually teamed up with Hottie Huddle.

We get into everything - the culture Hottie Huddle is building, how they’re creating an accessible space for women who love sports and pop culture, and why I’m completely obsessed with the community they’re shaping.

Listen now, wherever you get your podcasts!

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In this episode Nicole breaks down the emotional chaos of the Vikings’ tough loss to the Packers. She’s joined by real life actual Packers fan Maddie from Hottie Huddle to make it hurt even more.

The two dive into the highs, lows, and unhinged moments of the game, talk Toyotathon Jordan Love, and look ahead to the Lions vs Packers Thanksgiving matchup that might just make or break the NFC North vibes.

It’s candid, it’s chaotic and it’s a rivalry episode you don’t want to miss. Stay tuned for part two with Maddie!

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Charlotte is back for her second episode on Name One Player! Since she’s from the UK, she gives us an insider look at what being a football fan in England is really like. Charlotte breaks down the English football league system, explains what makes matchday culture so unique, and we compare how football (soccer) is experienced in Europe vs. North America.

We also dive into Charlotte’s history as a Hull City fan, why the club means so much to her, and what it would take for football culture to grow in North America. And of course—she ends the episode with a truly shocking Name One Player story you won’t want to miss.

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This week, Charlotte joins me to unpack Sky Sports Halo - how it even came to be, and why the whole thing was so shocking that it felt like it couldn't actually be real. She also shares some insider context from within the sports world that gives a much clearer picture of what was actually happening behind the scenes.

We talk about her background working in and around sports, our honest thoughts on the Halo, and the bigger conversation it sparked about how women are treated in sports spaces. We get into whether creating “safe spaces” actually helps women or if it ends up separating us from the larger sports community. We also look at the PR and branding angle and whether Sky Sports can realistically recover from this moment.

It’s thoughtful, funny, and a surprisingly wild deep dive into what happens when intentions, execution, and audience trust all collide.

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Join me as I sit down with Kara for a deep, honest, and insightful conversation about what it really means to be a woman who loves sports. Kara’s passion for making hockey a more inclusive, accessible, and welcoming space shines through - as does her love for the Toronto Maple Leafs and the online community she’s built. We talk about everything from navigating the world of social media as a female sports fan, to handling the hate that inevitably comes with showing up online, to how her background in UX design, psychology, and research shapes the way she thinks about fandom and community. If you love hockey, care about creating safer and more inclusive spaces in sports, or just enjoy hearing women talk about the game they love then this is the episode for you!

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I figured this announcement needed its own episode - Name One Player is now a Bleav Network podcast! We get into my love for Bleav, why I felt it was time to work with a podcast network and some changes to the posting schedule of episodes.

Thank you to everyone at Bleav and everyone who has ever supported The Name One Player Podcast!

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Okay - The Toronto Blue Jays didn't actually win The World Series. But they did in our hearts! Join me while we chat with Taylor, one of my closest friends and the biggest Blue Jays fan that I know.
We get into Taylor's thoughts on the Blue Jays and their impressive yet unexpected journey to Game 7 of The World Series, her feelings surrounding the loss and what she thinks of all of the new Blue Jays fans.
This episode is a celebration of the Blue Jays and the joy, connection, and community that reminded an entire nation why sports are so incredible. ⚾💙

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We had to talk about the New York Jets finally getting their first win of the season. This week, I’m joined by Kenny - a four-time Emmy-nominated sports producer and lifelong Jets fan to recap the victory, discuss player mental health, ownership concerns, and what’s next for the team.

Kenny also shares her journey working in sports, what it’s really like behind the scenes, and why she loves posting on social media without sticking to a sports-only niche.

This episode runs a bit longer than usual, but honestly? I couldn’t cut more — the conversation was just too good.

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In this episode of the Name One Player podcast, host Nicole dives into the world of bandwagon fans and explores why jumping on the sports hype is perfectly fine. From the excitement of playoff runs to the joy of newfound fandom, Nicole shares her thoughts on the positive impact of bandwagon fans in the sports community. She also tackles the gender disparities between men and women as sports fans, highlighting the different comments and criticisms they face. Tune in to hear her personal experiences, insights, and a call to embrace all types of fans, whether you're a lifelong supporter or just joining the excitement!

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