A talent like David didn’t go D1. After injury cut his career short, he built something from the ground up instead. @justbe_dt answers what happens (and who you become) when the dream changes. #YouOnlyDieTwice

What we all have in common goes far beyond the jersey. That’s what Friday is all about. Identity shifts, plot twists, and reinvention. Akil spent two decades narrating everyone else. Friday, he becomes the story.20+ years behind the mic, the camera, and culture itself. Now the real headline: fatherhood, rebirth, and what chapter comes next.Come for the media mastery, stay for the human evolution.

Some journeys don’t just test you — they remake you.Walid went from world-stage Taekwondo phenom to rock bottom after injuries tore his career apart and his identity with it. But what followed wasn’t a collapse… it was a reconstruction.Season 3 opens with a story about rebuilding from the inside out.

Born and raised in Toronto, Jevohn Shepherd carved a path from local courts to global arenas. From starring at the University of Michigan to suiting up for Team Canada, his pro career took him across Europe — with stops in Germany, Italy, the Netherlands, and Romania.Now a familiar face on TSN and the Raptors broadcast team, Shep joins us to talk about what comes after the final whistle. In this episode, he opens up about the mental, emotional, and professional challenges of transitioning out of sport — and how he's found new purpose on the other side.This is a real, unfiltered conversation about identity, reinvention, and what athletes need to hear as they face life beyond the game.

@BreysChoice made her mark at @UNCGwbb, leading with grit, vision, and a smooth mid-range game that turned heads. Basketball was in her DNA, and her future in the game was undeniable.
After building a successful career on and off the court and starting a family, life threw her another test: cancer. Open and vocal about her diagnosis, she fought through that transition with the same resilience that defined her playing days.
Today, Brey is still shaping basketball culture. As the founder of @OTG3x3 and head coach at @LayUp_Basketball, she’s dedicated to creating safe, empowering spaces for young athletes to learn, grow, and thrive.
Her relationship with @SupermanJohnson, a former @WindsorExpress guard, captured hearts when his one-on-one proposal at Falstaff Community Centre went viral. But beyond the headlines is a story of loyalty, recovery, and a deep love for the game. And each other.

@hannaahall’s journey didn’t stop at buzzer-beaters and NCAA tournament runs. After leading Canada in assists at the 2016 FIBA U17 Women’s World Championships and earning All-MAC honours with the Buffalo Bulls, Hanna faced the question every athlete must eventually ask: What’s next?In this episode, Hanna opens up about her transition out of sport, the mindset shift it took, and how she’s navigating life after basketball.

You only die twice, and for Tevaun Smith, the second life is just getting started. After making his mark as a wide receiver in the @NFL with the @Colts and @Jaguars, then in the @CFL with the @GoElks and @CFLRedblacks, Tevaun has pivoted from game days to business moves.Now leading @S.coLogisticsInc, he’s bringing the same drive and precision to the world of logistics, delivering excellence across Ontario and the GTA. From catching passes to moving freight, @smittie4’s journey is proof that reinvention isn’t just possible… it’s necessary.Stay tuned as we dive deeper into his story.

3-time @NBA champ @greenranger14 is stepping onto the #YouOnlyDieTwice court this Friday. He’s bringing more than just rings—he’s bringing wisdom on growth beyond the sport, purpose, and what it takes to win in the second phase of life.

From the volleyball court to the #CP24 news desk to her OWN podcast mic—@KaylaMarieTO is here to serve up real talk on life after sport 🏐 She’s from the ends… now she’s with us talking about when the game ends. Because in sport and in life, you only die twice.

You might recognize @carolineszwedfrom her time as an on-air personality with #Sportsnet, but her story starts way back on the field. A former national team player, Caroline represented Canada in the 2008 FIFA U-17 Women’s World Cup and earned back-to-back Canadian Player of the Year nominations. 
Her talent earned her a spot to play Division 1 soccer at #WestVirginiaUniversity, but a devastating knee injury during her time there led to three surgeries, ultimately ending her athletic career.
Instead of staying sidelined, Caroline pivoted—turning her passion for football into a thriving platform. Now with 600k+ followers, international brand deals and dubbing herself a Professional Football Yapper, her knowledge, passion and love for the game have built something bigger than just the pitch—a community that shares her passion for football.
This week, Caroline’s bringing her story to the mic. From resilience to reinvention, she’s living proof that even when life throws you a curve, you can still find your own net. Trust us, you’ll want to hear this one.