In this powerful episode, Olympic medalist, UNICEF ambassador, and executive trailblazer Karina LeBlanc joins Stephen Green for a heart-opening conversation about resilience, purpose, leadership, and living out loud. From her childhood in Dominica and early struggles with identity in Canada, to her rise as a world-class goalkeeper and her current role reshaping women's sports in Portland, Karina shares how sport helped her find her voice—and how she’s using it to build a legacy far beyond the pitch.

She talks candidly about failure, motherhood, her near-death experience during COVID, and why Portland is the global epicenter of women’s sports. This one’s for anyone seeking purpose, clarity, and impact in their life and work.

“Live a life where you feel alive. Love without expectation. And matter in a way that is ruthlessly, unapologetically you.”

— Karina LeBlanc

• Olympic Bronze Medalist (Team Canada, 2012)

• Former Portland Thorns goalkeeper

• UNICEF Canada Ambassador

• EVP, Strategic Development & Growth at RAJ Sports

• Trailblazer in women’s sports and equity

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The Pitch Black Podcast is produced by Vanport Studio and hosted by Stephen Green, with executive production from Jelani Memory. We celebrate Black excellence in entrepreneurship, leadership, and innovation. Learn more at pitchblack.org.