Black Girls Talk Sports

Hosts Rekaya Gibson and Angela Spears share their thoughts about the National Football League (NFL) Draft first round picks. Gibson discusses the media conference call with ESPN's Mel Kiper she attended prior to the event. In other news, they discuss Rob Gronkowski being traded to the Tampa Bay Buccaneers. You do not want to miss this one. #KeepItSporty Stickers available here: Rekaya.redbubble.com Podcast Sponsored by Cuisine Noir Magazine Download the Free Android App for BGTS Support Us on Patreon Join Us on Facebook

Hosts Rekaya Gibson and Angela Spears share their recommendations for sports documentaries and movies to stream on Netflix, Amazon Prime and Hulu. Some cover football, basketball, tennis, figure skating and curling. Also, #KeepItSporty Stickers are available here: Rekaya.redbubble.com Podcast Sponsored by Cuisine Noir Magazine Download the Free Android App for BGTS Support Us on Patreon Join Us on Facebook

Hosts Rekaya Gibson and Angela Spears share 10 sports trivia questions and answers. Test your knowledge and play along. #KeepItSporty Sources: Contemporary Authors. (2020, March 3). "St. James, Lyn 1947- ." Encyclopedia.com. https://www.encyclopedia.com/arts/educational-magazines/st-james-lyn-1947 Davis, N. (2019, September 2). "USA Today. NFL's 100 greatest teams of all time: Which squad is best in league history?" https://www.usatoday.com/story/sports/nfl/2019/08/05/nfl-best-teams-history-all-time-patriots-bears-dolphins/1886459001/ Smith, J. (2012, February 9). "Shortest NBA Players: 10 Players with Tons of Heart." Bleacher Report. https://bleacherreport.com/articles/1060622-shortest-nba-players-10-players-with-tons-of-heart Major League Baseball. (2020, April 5). "Every team's retired numbers." MLB.com. https://www.mlb.com/news/every-mlb-team-s-retired-numbers-c300753386 Wikipedia contributors. (2020, April 1). "List of French Open men's singles champions." In Wikipedia, The Free Encyclopedia. https://en.wikipedia.org/w/index.php?title=List_of_French_Open_men%27s_singles_champions&oldid=948576174 Podcast Sponsored by Cuisine Noir Magazine www.cuisinenoirmag.com Download the Free Android App for BGTS <a href= "https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.blackgirlstalksports.android.girls" target="_blank" rel=...

Hosts Rekaya Gibson and Angela Spears discuss great female Olympic athletes. They include women such as Track and Field Athlete Florence Joyner "Flo Jo," Gymnast Simone Biles, and Alpine Ski Racer Lindsay Vonn. #KeepItSporty Audible is offering our listeners a free audiobook with a 30-day trial membership. To download your free audiobook today go to www.audibletrial.com/blackgirlstalksports. Sources: Biles, S. (2020). Simone Biles website. https://www.simonebiles.com Biography.com Editors. (2020, January 30). Alice Coachman Biography. The Biography.com website. https://www.biography.com/athlete/alice-coachman Biography.com Editors. (2020, January 30). Florence Joyner Biography. The Biography.com website. https://www.biography.com/athlete/florence-joyner Biography.com Editors. (2019, May 2019.) Lisa Leslie Biography. The Biography.com website. https://www.biography.com/athlete/lisa-leslie Conner, B. and Comaneci, N. (2020). Bart Conner and Nadia Comaneci website. http://bartandnadia.com Wikipedia contributors. (2020, February 28). Lindsey Vonn. In Wikipedia, The Free Encyclopedia. https://en.wikipedia.org/w/index.php?title=Lindsey_Vonn&oldid=943006572 Podcast Sponsored by Cuisine Noir Magazine www.cuisinenoirmag.com Download the Free Android App for BGTS https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.blackgirlstalksports.android.girls Support Us on Patreon http://www.patreon.com/blackgirlstalksports Join Us on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/groups/BlackGirlsTalkSports/

Hosts Rekaya Gibson and Angela Spears discuss great female athletes in honor of Women's History Month. They include women such as Professional Baseball Player Toni Stone, Figure Skater Debi Thomas, and Professional Tennis Players Margaret Peters and Matilda Roumania Peters. #KeepItSporty Audible is offering our listeners a free audiobook with a 30-day trial membership. To download your free audiobook today go to www.audibletrial.com/blackgirlstalksports. Sources: The Columbia Encyclopedia, Sixth Edition. New York: Columbia University Press, 2008. www.encyclopedia.com. The Editors of Encyclopaedia Britannica. (2020, January 1). Toni Stone. Encyclopædia Britannica. https://www.britannica.com/biography/Toni-Stone. Podcast Sponsored by Cuisine Noir Magazine www.cuisinenoirmag.com Download the Free Android App for BGTS https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.blackgirlstalksports.android.girls Support Us on Patreon http://www.patreon.com/blackgirlstalksports Join Us on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/groups/BlackGirlsTalkSports/

Hosts Rekaya Gibson and Angela Spears share an update on the NFL Free Agency and surprise trades. They share their thoughts about New England Patriot Tom Brady becoming a Tampa Bay Buccaneer. They discuss what will happen to Carolina Panther Cam Newton. They explain what it means for Dallas Dak Prescott to get the franchise tag. #KeepItSporty Podcast Sponsored by Cuisine Noir Magazine www.cuisinenoirmag.com Download the Free Android App for BGTS https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.blackgirlstalksports.android.girls Support Us on Patreon http://www.patreon.com/blackgirlstalksports Join Us on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/groups/BlackGirlsTalkSports/

Host Rekaya Gibson gives an update on the NCAA cancellation of the men's and women's basketball tournaments due to the coronavirus. She shares the college basketball rankings for the top 10 teams. She announces some of the 2020 College Basketball Conference Tournament winners. She lists other sports (NBA, NHL, MLB, etc.) that have been suspended or canceled due to the pandemic. #KeepItSporty Support Us on Patreon http://www.patreon.com/blackgirlstalksports Join Us on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/groups/BlackGirlsTalkSports/ Download the Free Android App for BGTS https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.blackgirlstalksports.android.girls Podcast Sponsored by Cuisine Noir Magazine www.cuisinenoirmag.com

Host Rekaya Gibson and Angela Spears share an update on the Xtreme Football League (XFL). They discuss XFL rules and standings. They also mention teams and players to watch for the 2020 season. Source: XFL Rules, www.xfl.com/rules Podcast Sponsored by Cuisine Noir Magazine www.cuisinenoirmag.com Download the Free Android App for BGTS https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.blackgirlstalksports.android.girls Support Us on Patreon http://www.patreon.com/blackgirlstalksports Join Us on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/groups/BlackGirlsTalkSports/

Hosts Rekaya Gibson and Angela Spears give their update on the National Basketball League (NBA). They discuss the current NBA standings for the league and both conferences as of February 27, 2020. They give an overview about some of the top teams and players to watch this season. They also share their thoughts about the NBA All-Star 2020 game. #KeepItSporty Sources: ESPN. NBA 2019-2020 Standings. Retrieved February 27, 2020. NBA Advanced Stats. Retrieved February 27, 2020. Podcast Sponsored by Cuisine Noir Magazine www.cuisinenoirmag.com Download the Free Android App for BGTS https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.blackgirlstalksports.android.girls Support Us on Patreon http://www.patreon.com/blackgirlstalksports Join Us on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/groups/BlackGirlsTalkSports/

Hosts Rekaya Gibson and Angela Spears discuss Heisman Trophy winners who also won college football national championships in the same season. They include some greats like LSU Joe Burrow, Auburn Cam Newton, and Pittsburgh Tony Dorsett. The hosts share their opinions about them and what made them awesome players. #KeepItSporty Source: Christ Huston. January 13, 2020. "Heisman and National Champion?" Retrieved 2/6/2020. Web. Podcast Sponsored by Cuisine Noir Magazine www.cuisinenoirmag.com Download the Free Android App for BGTS https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.blackgirlstalksports.android.girls Support Us on Patreon http://www.patreon.com/blackgirlstalksports Join Us on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/groups/BlackGirlsTalkSports/

Hosts Rekaya Gibson and Angela Spears pay tribute to NBA Legend Kobe Bryant. They discuss watching his 20-year career with the Los Angeles Lakers and what they admired most about him. They also shared things they didn't know about Bryant prior to his death. On January 26, 2020, Kobe Bryant, age 41, along with his 13-year-old daughter Gianna and seven others died in a helicopter crash in Calabasas, California. Black Girls Talk Sports Podcast sends its condolences to the families of Kobe and Gianna Bryant, John, Keri and Alyssa Altobelli, Sarah and Payton Chester, Christina Mauser, and Ara Zobayan. Podcast Sponsored by Cuisine Noir Magazine www.cuisinenoirmag.com Download the Free Android App for BGTS https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.blackgirlstalksports.android.girls Support Us on Patreon http://www.patreon.com/blackgirlstalksports Join Us on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/groups/BlackGirlsTalkSports/

Hosts Rekaya Gibson and Angela Spears recap Super Bowl 54 between the Kansas City Chiefs vs. San Francisco 49ers on February 2, 2020, in Miami, Florida. They celebrate the Kansas City Chiefs on becoming Super Bowl Champions. They also share their thoughts about the halftime show with Jennifer Lopez (JLo) and Shakira. #KeepItSporty As mentioned in this episode: Best Super Bowl Games of All Time Podcast Sponsored by Cuisine Noir Magazine www.cuisinenoirmag.com Download the Free Android App for BGTS https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.blackgirlstalksports.android.girls Support Us on Patreon http://www.patreon.com/blackgirlstalksports Join Us on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/groups/BlackGirlsTalkSports/

Hosts Rekaya Gibson and Angela Spears discuss the Women's National Basketball Association's (WNBA) new Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA). They cover items in the CBA such as pay increases for players, cash compensation, travel improvements and maternity benefits. They also share their opinions about how this might affect women's basketball. #KeepItSporty Source: Women's National Basketball Association. January 14, 2020. "WNBA And WNBPA Reach Tentative Agreement on Groundbreaking Eight-Year Collective Bargaining Agreement." Retrieved January 23, 2020. Web. Podcast Sponsored by Cuisine Noir Magazine www.cuisinenoirmag.com Download the Free Android App for BGTS https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.blackgirlstalksports.android.girls Support Us on Patreon http://www.patreon.com/blackgirlstalksports Join Us on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/groups/BlackGirlsTalkSports/

Hosts Rekaya Gibson and Angela Spears share their thoughts about the men's college basketball rankings. They discuss top teams to watch for the 2020 NCAA tournament. They also talk about the unranked Virginia Cavaliers, the 2019 Men's College Basketball National Champion. #KeepItSporty Source: NCAA Rankings (games through January 22, 2020). Retrieved January 23, 2020. Web. Podcast Sponsored by Cuisine Noir Magazine www.cuisinenoirmag.com Download the Free Android App for BGTS https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.blackgirlstalksports.android.girls Support Us on Patreon http://www.patreon.com/blackgirlstalksports Join Us on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/groups/BlackGirlsTalkSports/

Hosts Rekaya Gibson and Angela Spears discuss the International Olympic Committee's (IOC) decision to ban protesting ahead of the 2020 Tokyo Olympics. They mention what happens if athletes violate the policies and where athletes can express their views. They also share their thoughts about the IOC's Rule 50. When will the 2020 Summer Olympics start? It starts on July 24, 2020 and ends on August 9, 2020. The opening ceremony is July 24, 2020. The closing ceremony is August 9, 2020. Sources: Godin, M. (January 14, 2020). "Athletes Will Be Banned from Protesting at the 2020 Tokyo Olympics. But the Games Have a Long History of Political Demonstrations." Time. Retrieved January 16, 2020. Web. "Rule 50 Guidelines Developed by the IOC Athletes' Commission." Retrieved January 16, 2020. Web. Podcast Sponsored by Cuisine Noir Magazine www.cuisinenoirmag.com Download the Free Android App for BGTS https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.blackgirlstalksports.android.girls Support Us on Patreon http://www.patreon.com/blackgirlstalksports Join Us on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/groups/BlackGirlsTalkSports/

Hosts Rekaya Gibson and Angela Spears discuss the National Football League (NFL) Playoff Wild-card matchups. They share their picks for the Divisional Round. They also predict which AFC and NFC teams are going to Super Bowl LIV. Who did they pick to win the championship? #KeepItSporty Super Bowl LIV (54) Sunday, February 2, 2020 | Hard Rock Stadium, Miami Gardens, FL Stadium: Hard Rock Stadium Super Bowl 54 Halftime Show: Jennifer Lopez, Shakira AFC-NFC Pro Bowl, January 26, 2020 Camping World Stadium, Orlando, Florida Podcast Sponsored by Cuisine Noir Magazine www.cuisinenoirmag.com Download the Free Android App for BGTS https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.blackgirlstalksports.android.girls Support Us on Patreon http://www.patreon.com/blackgirlstalksports Join Us on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/groups/BlackGirlsTalkSports/

Host Rekaya Gibson chats with the Tidewater Browns Backers, a fan club of the Cleveland Browns football team in Virginia Beach. Members, Mike and Bob, share their thoughts about its 2019 NFL season. They also discuss what the Browns can do next year to win more games. #KeepItSporty Tidewater Browns Backers https://bit.ly/35dVdk2 Browns Backers Worldwide – Find a Club https://fans.clevelandbrowns.com/backer-tracker Podcast Sponsored by Cuisine Noir Magazine www.cuisinenoirmag.com Download the Free Android App for BGTS https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.blackgirlstalksports.android.girls Support Us on Patreon http://www.patreon.com/blackgirlstalksports Join Us on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/groups/BlackGirlsTalkSports/

Hosts Rekaya Gibson and Angela Spears discuss the College Football Playoff Semi-final matchups: LSU vs. Oklahoma and Clemson vs. Ohio State. They share their predictions for the Peach Bowl, The Fiesta Bowl and the College Football Playoff National Championship. They also talk about the Indiana Hoosiers football team playing in the Gator Bowl against the Tennessee Volunteers. Gibson and Spears both graduated from Indiana University, Bloomington. Podcast Sponsored by Cuisine Noir Magazine www.cuisinenoirmag.com Download the Free Android App for BGTS https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.blackgirlstalksports.android.girls Support Us on Patreon http://www.patreon.com/blackgirlstalksports Join Us on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/groups/BlackGirlsTalkSports/

Hosts Rekaya Gibson and Angela Spears discuss Major League Baseball (MLB)'s decision to remove marijuana from its banned substances list and to start testing for opioids and cocaine. They share their opinions about the changes. They also talk about what this means for the NBA and the NFL. Podcast Sponsored by Cuisine Noir Magazine www.cuisinenoirmag.com Download the Free Android App for BGTS https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.blackgirlstalksports.android.girls Support Us on Patreon http://www.patreon.com/blackgirlstalksports Join Us on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/groups/BlackGirlsTalkSports/

Host Rekaya Gibson highlights the National Football League (NFL) Thursday Night Football game: Baltimore Ravens vs New York Jets. She shares her picks for Week 15. She discusses the NFL playoff picture and mentions who's in and who's out. Podcast Sponsored by Cuisine Noir Magazine www.cuisinenoirmag.com Download the Free Android App for BGTS https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.blackgirlstalksports.android.girls Support Us on Patreon http://www.patreon.com/blackgirlstalksports Join Us on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/groups/BlackGirlsTalkSports/

Hosts Rekaya Gibson and Angela Spears discuss college football conference title games for top ranked teams. They share their picks for the Big Ten Conference Championship, SEC championship, ACC championship, PAC-12 championship and Big-12 championship. They also congratulate North Carolina A&T Aggies for heading to the Celebration Bowl on December 21, 2019. Gibson explains what happens when an offensive and defensive player catch the ball simultaneously. Podcast Sponsored by Cuisine Noir Magazine www.cuisinenoirmag.com Download the Free Android App for BGTS https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.blackgirlstalksports.android.girls Support Us on Patreon http://www.patreon.com/blackgirlstalksports Join Us on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/groups/BlackGirlsTalkSports/

Hosts Rekaya Gibson and Angela Spears are gearing up for Thanksgiving 2019. In this special episode, they discuss who's invited to dinner and why. They also share what they plan to say to each guest. Find out who is bringing the seafood gumbo; leading the electric slide; and getting uninvited. #KeepItSporty Beverages provided by KeWi Teas (www.kewiteas.com) and Shoe Crazy Wine (www.shoecrazywine.com) Musical selections by Carla Cook, René Marie, and Lizz Wright Games include Rhyme Antics and Spades. Podcast Sponsored by Cuisine Noir Magazinewww.cuisinenoirmag.com Download the Free Android App for BGTS https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.blackgirlstalksports.android.girls Support Us on Patreonhttp://www.patreon.com/blackgirlstalksports Join Us on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/groups/BlackGirlsTalkSports/

Hosts Rekaya Gibson and Angela Spears share their opinions about the most overrated and underrated NBA players in the league for the 2019-2020 season. This heated debate includes Portland Trailblazers Damian Lillard, Oklahoma City Thunder Chris Paul, Washington Wizard John Wall, Boston Celtics Gordon Hayward, Denver Nuggets Jamal Murray, Toronto Raptors Pascal Siakam, and many more. #KeepItSporty Podcast Sponsored by Cuisine Noir Magazine www.cuisinenoirmag.com Download the Free Android App for BGTS https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.blackgirlstalksports.android.girls Support Us on Patreon http://www.patreon.com/blackgirlstalksports Join Us on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/groups/BlackGirlsTalkSports/

Hosts Rekaya Gibson and Angela Spears chat with Naya Tapper, a professional women's rugby player for the USA Women's Eagles Sevens team. She discusses her rugby roles and responsibilities, training for the 2020 Tokyo Olympics, and being the top try scorer. She also shares what she loves about rugby and the challenges. #KeepItSporty About Naya Tapper Hi. My name is Naya Tapper! I am a professional women's rugby player for the USA Women's Eagles Sevens team. I am originally from South Carolina, and attended college at The University of North Carolina, where I graduated in 2016. I began my rugby career playing for UNC in 2012. I began playing for the Eagles since 2016. I currently reside in Chula Vista California, where I train at the Olympic Training Center. For the 2018-2019 season, the Eagles qualified for the 2020 Tokyo Olympics, which I will be competing in beginning at the end of July. The Eagles placed second for the year long tournament among our international peers. In the final leg of the tournament, in Biarritz France, we took home the gold medal for that leg of the tournament, beating the New Zealand Black Ferns in the gold medal match. At the moment, we are number 1 in the world after our first tournament of the season in Colorado. I currently hold the title of All Time Leading Try Scorer for the Women's Eagles Sevens Team, with 80 tries in my career. Podcast Sponsored by Cuisine Noir Magazinewww.cuisinenoirmag.com Download the Free Android App for BGTS https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.blackgirlstalksports.android.girls Support Us on Patreonhttp://www.patreon.com/blackgirlstalksports Join Us on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/groups/BlackGirlsTalkSports/

Host Rekaya Gibson and Angela Spears give their update for the National Football League (NFL) Week 9. They discuss the Arizona Cardinals vs San Francisco 49ers game and who can beat the 49ers. They share their predictions for this week's games. They also talk about college football's Top 5 ranked teams: LSU, Alabama, Ohio State, Clemson and Penn State.Podcast Sponsored by Cuisine Noir Magazine www.cuisinenoirmag.comDownload the Free Android App for BGTS https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.blackgirlstalksports.android.girlsSupport Us on Patreon http://www.patreon.com/blackgirlstalksportsJoin Us on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/groups/BlackGirlsTalkSports/

Hosts Rekaya Gibson and Angela Spears discuss some of the biggest scandals in sports history. They give details about the outcomes. They also share their opinions about the ones they remember. Podcast Sponsored by Cuisine Noir Magazinewww.cuisinenoirmag.com Download the Free Android App for BGTS https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.blackgirlstalksports.android.girls Support Us on Patreonhttp://www.patreon.com/blackgirlstalksports Join Us on Facebookhttps://www.facebook.com/groups/BlackGirlsTalkSports/

Host Rekaya Gibson chats with special guest Author Andra Douglas, a national champion athlete in rugby and women's tackle football. She discusses her career as a football player, being the owner of the New York Sharks (now New York Wolves) women's professional football team, and her latest book, "Black and Blue." She also shares her predictions about the future of women's football. About Andra Douglas Andra Douglas is the author of Black and Blue, a novel loosely based on her own story. A national champion athlete in rugby and women's tackle football, she was the owner of the New York Sharks Women's Pro Football team for nineteen years and is the founder of the Fins Up! Foundation for Female Athletes, a non-profit to benefit at-risk teens. In addition to her love of football, Andra is a professional artist and served as a Vice President/Creative Director at Time Warner for many years. Today, she lives with her parrot, 'Pie' in New York's Greenwich Village where she creates mixed-media artwork. To learn more, visit: www.andradouglasart.com. She is a native of central Florida and a graduate of Florida State University and Pratt Institute. Podcast Sponsored by Cuisine Noir Magazine www.cuisinenoirmag.com Download the Free Android App for BGTShttps://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.blackgirlstalksports.android.girls Support Us on Patreon http://www.patreon.com/blackgirlstalksports Join Us on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/groups/BlackGirlsTalkSports/

Hosts Rekaya Gibson and Angela Spears share their opinions about California Senate Bill 206 which allows athletes to be compensated for the use of their name, image or likeness. California Governor Gavin Newsom signed the bill into law that takes effect January 1, 2023. It still prohibits schools from paying athletes. Related Podcast Episode Should College Athletes Be Paid? – Episode 42 Podcast Sponsored by Cuisine Noir Magazine www.cuisinenoirmag.com Download the Free Android App for BGTS https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.blackgirlstalksports.android.girls Support Us on Patreon http://www.patreon.com/blackgirlstalksports Join Us on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/groups/BlackGirlsTalkSports/

Host Rekaya Gibson discusses quarterback injuries and backup replacements. She gives her predictions about which teams will remain undefeated and winless this season. She discloses which team is worse than the Miami Dolphins. She shares why she enjoys watching Ravens Lamar Jackson and Chiefs Patrick Mahomes play each other. She speaks her mind about Antonio Brown playing for a National Football League (NFL) team this season. She also picks the NFL Week 4 winners. Black Girls Talk Sports Podcast celebrates it 150th episode. #KeepItSporty Podcast Sponsored by Cuisine Noir Magazinewww.cuisinenoirmag.com Download the Free Android App for BGTShttps://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.blackgirlstalksports.android.girls Support Us on Patreonhttp://www.patreon.com/blackgirlstalksports Join Us on Facebookhttps://www.facebook.com/groups/BlackGirlsTalkSports/

Hosts Rekaya Gibson and Angela Spears chat with Carla Williams-Lee, the co-founder of the Girls Football Association (GFA) in Las Vegas, Nevada. They discuss the GFA movement and its efforts to expand girls flag football across the country. Williams-Lee also shares how people can bring GFA to its community. About Carla Williams-Lee Carla Williams-Lee co-founded Girls Football Association in May 2019. She and has been an integral part in building and branding the organization from a grassroots perspective. Her introduction to the sports industry was as PR and Marketing Director for the Las Vegas Showgirlz, women's tackle football team in 2012. She is also the co-host of BlogTalkRadio's 4 Quarters with Coach Lee, a podcast all about girls and football. She is an MBA professional with expertise in social media, digital media and public relations. As CEO, Carla is committed to building the GFA brand and bringing exposure to a significantly untapped market as we continue to expand across the U.S. For more information, go to www.girlsfootballassocation.org. Podcast Sponsored by Cuisine Noir Magazinewww.cuisinenoirmag.com Download the Free Android App for BGTS https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.blackgirlstalksports.android.girls Support Us on Patreonhttp://www.patreon.com/blackgirlstalksports Join Us on Facebookhttps://www.facebook.com/groups/BlackGirlsTalkSports/

Host Rekaya Gibson hits the road with special guest Ebonee Pope, owner of Cleatsheet. They head to the District of Columbia for the Georgetown Hoyas vs Marist Red Foxes football game. They discuss the journey and the match-up. They also share their post-game dining experience at Lincoln restaurant where they learn the fate of Raiders Antonio Brown. Cuisine Noir Magazine, the podcast's sponsor, celebrates its 10-year anniversary. Check them out at – www.cuisinenoirmag.com. Georgetown Hoyas Footballhttp://www.guhoyas.com Podcast episode about Cleatsheethttp://blackgirlstalksports.libsyn.com/your-cleatsheet-for-sports Lincoln Restauranthttps://lincolnrestaurant-dc.com Download the Free Android App for BGTS https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.blackgirlstalksports.android.girls Support Us on Patreonhttp://www.patreon.com/blackgirlstalksports Join Us on Facebookhttps://www.facebook.com/groups/BlackGirlsTalkSports/

Hosts Rekaya Gibson and Angela Spears discuss the NCAA football season. They give an update on the Florida vs Miami matchup, and share their predictions for upcoming games. They also examine players and teams to watch in the College Football Rankings, AP Top 25 Poll. Podcast Sponsored by Cuisine Noir Magazine www.cuisinenoirmag.com Download the Free Android App for BGTS https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.blackgirlstalksports.android.girls Support Us on Patreon http://www.patreon.com/blackgirlstalksports Join Us on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/groups/BlackGirlsTalkSports/

Hosts Rekaya Gibson and Angela Spears discuss the National Football League (NFL) Top 100 Players of 2019. They share which players should've been in the Top 10. They also debate which players are overrated and underrated. #KeepItSporty Source: NFL Podcast Sponsored by Cuisine Noir Magazine www.cuisinenoirmag.com Download the Free Android App for BGTS https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.blackgirlstalksports.android.girls Support Us on Patreon http://www.patreon.com/blackgirlstalksports Join Us on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/groups/BlackGirlsTalkSports/

Hosts Rekaya Gibson and Angela Spears chat with Danita Johnson, the President and Chief Operating Officer of the Los Angeles Sparks. She discusses her career working in the WNBA, NBA, and the NBA G League. She shares insights on increasing attendance, securing corporate sponsorships and developing community partnerships for the Sparks. She also shares her thoughts about the future of the WNBA. About Danita Johnson Danita Johnson was named the President and Chief Operating Officer of the Los Angeles Sparks. on January 7, 2019, returning to the organization where she served as Senior Vice President from 2014-2017. Most recently, she served as Director of Business Operations for the Los Angeles Clippers in 2018. She is one of the only high-level sports executives to serve in management roles in the WNBA, NBA and NBA G League. Johnson is a member of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority Inc. She hails from Fayetteville, North Carolina and attended Western Carolina University where she earned her degree in Sports Management. Danita Johnson was named President and COO of the Los Angeles Sparks on Jan. 7, 2019, returning to the organization where she served as Senior Vice President from 2014-2017. Most recently, she served as Director of Business Operations for the Los Angeles Clippers in 2018. Johnson brings an expertise in ticket sales, corporate partnerships, community programs, public speaking and digital media and marketing to the Sparks as one of the only high-level sports executives to serve in management roles in the WNBA, NBA and NBA G League. During her tenure as President and COO, Johnson has already helped the Sparks lead the league in corporate sponsorship dollars earned, and oversaw the team's signing of the largest community-based partnership in WNBA history with the Los Angeles County Department of Military and Veteran Affairs, Los Angeles County Department of Mental Health and California Mental Health Services Authority. The year-long campaign, called Spark The True You, is centered around spotlighting military women and their families and raising awareness about mental health. Under her leadership, the Sparks have increased media coverage and social media engagement which helped lead to a Home Opener that drew over 12,000 fans to Staples Center. In addition, Johnson has represented the Sparks with public appearances at South by Southwest and the Sports Business Journal's 2019 CAA World Congress of Sports. In her prior role with the Sparks, Johnson helped launch the year-long #WeAreWomen campaign, which culminated in selling out all three levels of Staples Center, a historic attendance of 19,000. Overall, ticket sales increased by 50 percent during her tenure, setting the stage for the Sparks leading the league in attendance in 2017 and 2018. In addition, Johnson implemented the Sparks annual marketing campaigns and launched a community busing program to transport underserved communities to Sparks games. Johnson got her start in sports management as an intern with the Fayetville Patriots, the first NBA G League team, eventually being hired full-time with the organization. Johnson then helped launch multiple sports franchises including the Bakersfield Jam of the NBA G League and the Tulsa Shock of the WNBA when they moved from Detroit. Johnson developed a reputation for being a top seller and went on to finish second in the WNBA in ticket sales with the Phoenix Mercury in 2008. In total, Johnson has 14 years of industry experience working for the Sparks, Clippers, Washington Mystics, Tulsa Shock, Phoenix Mercury and Phoenix Suns. Outside the WNBA, Johnson sits on the board of the Share Winter Foundation, is a member of Delta Sigma Theta...

Hosts Rekaya Gibson and Angela Spears discuss the Canadian Football League (CFL). They share their thoughts about CFL teams and players to watch this season. Angela lists her top CFL players of all time. The 107th Grey Cup will be held on November 24, 2019, at McMahon Stadium, Calgary. Podcast Sponsored by Cuisine Noir Magazine www.cuisinenoirmag.com Download the Free Android App for BGTS https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.blackgirlstalksports.android.girls Support Us on Patreon http://www.patreon.com/blackgirlstalksports Join Us on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/groups/BlackGirlsTalkSports/

Host Rekaya Gibson and Angela Spears discuss the 2019 Wimbledon tennis tournament results. They share their thoughts about Cori 'Coco' Gauff's performance and reveal some facts about her background. They also mention attending the upcoming U.S. Open tennis tournament in August. Podcast Sponsored by Cuisine Noir Magazine www.cuisinenoirmag.com Download the Free Android App for BGTS https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.blackgirlstalksports.android.girls Support Us on Patreon http://www.patreon.com/blackgirlstalksports Join Us on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/groups/BlackGirlsTalkSports/

Hosts Rekaya Gibson and Angela Spears discuss the United States Women's National Team (USWNT) championship win. They share facts about the 2019 FIFA Women's World Cup and other stats about the USWNT. They express their support for equal pay in women's soccer. Source: U.S. Soccer (2019, July 7). USA Wins Back-To-Back Women's World Cup Titles With 2-0 Triumph Against the Netherlands: Match Report. Retrieved July 11, 2019. https://www.ussoccer.com/stories/2019/07/usa-vs-netherlands-match-report-recap-stats-highlights Podcast Sponsored by Cuisine Noir Magazine www.cuisinenoirmag.com Download the Free Android App for BGTS https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.blackgirlstalksports.android.girls Support Us on Patreon http://www.patreon.com/blackgirlstalksports Join Us on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/groups/BlackGirlsTalkSports/

Hosts Rekaya Gibson and Angela Spears give updates on the NBA Free Agency. They share their thoughts about the Kawhi Leonard trade. They discuss the Paul George trade. They address the rumors about Russell Westbrook wanting to leave Oklahoma. They also mention teams to watch in the 2019-2020 NBA Season. Podcast Sponsored by Cuisine Noir Magazine www.cuisinenoirmag.com Download the Free Android App for BGTS https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.blackgirlstalksports.android.girls Support Us on Patreon http://www.patreon.com/blackgirlstalksports Join Us on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/groups/BlackGirlsTalkSports/

Hosts Rekaya Gibson and Angela Spears give updates on the NBA Free Agency. They share their thoughts about the trade deals for Anthony Davis, Kevin Durant, Kyrie Irving, Malcolm Brogdon and many more. They give their predictions about which team Toronto Kawhi Leonard will join. They announce Black Girls Talk Sports Podcast is now on the Pandora app. Podcast Sponsored by Cuisine Noir Magazine www.cuisinenoirmag.com Download the Free Android App for BGTS https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.blackgirlstalksports.android.girls Support Us on Patreon http://www.patreon.com/blackgirlstalksports Join Us on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/groups/BlackGirlsTalkSports/

Host Rekaya Gibson chats with Monique A.J. Smith, a 30-year sports management veteran, about her careers in sports. Currently, she's a leadership strategist for athletic departments and athletic administrators. She discusses her tenure at the Central Intercollegiate Athletic Association (CIAA) as an administrator. She reveals what services she offers under her consulting business, Seeds of Empowerment, LLC. She also shares the mission of her weekly podcast, "A Chat in the Garden with Monique A.J. Smith." About Monique A.J. Smith Monique AJ Smith, a Sports Management veteran of 30 years, launched her consulting business Seeds of Empowerment ® LLC, full-time March 2013 where she is a leadership strategist for Athletic Departments and Individuals who wish to advance in Athletics/Sports. The B.O.S.S. Network has listed Seeds of Empowerment® as one of 50 businesses to watch. Smith is a Hampton University Adjunct teaching Sports Management courses.​ As the host of the nationally recognized​ weekly podcast "A Chat in the Garden with Monique A.J. Smith, Where Significance Blooms in Athletics & Sports"​ she spotlights Women of Color in Athletics/Sports to her​ 1.4K​ Followers.​ Stay Connected A Chat in the Garden with Monique AJ Smith - www.chatinthegarden.com Facebook - Seeds of Empowerment- Registered Twitter - @HostofChat LinkedIn – Monique AJ Smith Podcast Sponsored by Cuisine Noir Magazine www.cuisinenoirmag.com Download the Free Android App for BGTS https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.blackgirlstalksports.android.girls Support Us on Patreon http://www.patreon.com/blackgirlstalksports Join Us on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/groups/BlackGirlsTalkSports/

Hosts Rekaya Gibson and Angela Spears give a sports roundup as of June 22, 2019. They cover the Women's World Cup, the Anthony Davis trade, the NBA Draft among other news. They also discuss Lakers LeBron James still playing in the NBA when his son joins. They also ask listeners: What can Major League Baseball do to increase attendance? Leave your voicemail response by clicking link here: https://www.speakpipe.com/blackgirlstalksports. This episode is dedicated to Virginia Beach mass shooting victims and their families. #VBStrong #LoveforVB Podcast Sponsored by Cuisine Noir Magazine www.cuisinenoirmag.com Download the Free Android App for BGTS https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.blackgirlstalksports.android.girls Support Us on Patreon http://www.patreon.com/blackgirlstalksports Join Us on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/groups/BlackGirlsTalkSports/

Hosts Rekaya Gibson and Angela Spears chat with Annice Canady, the first female to officiate an NCAA football game. She gives insight about her journey as an official while battling cancer. She also shares tips for working in a male dominated field. About Annice Canady Annice Canady was the first female football referee to officiate a NCAA game in 2000. She is revered as a trailblazer, opening the door for other women. Annice is a powder keg. She doesn't shy away from reporting harsh realities. This strong attitude immediately hooks the audience. She reveals what it was like to be the "first" on the field from coaches, fans, and her male counterparts throughout her career as she reflects on the challenges of being the only woman on the field. After several decades refereeing, she transitioned to the NFL as an officiating scout, recruiting talent into their development pool. Learn more about Canady in the documentary, Her Turf, the untold story of three female referees. www.herturf.com Podcast Sponsored by Cuisine Noir Magazine www.cuisinenoirmag.com Download the Free Android App for BGTS https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.blackgirlstalksports.android.girls Support Us on Patreon http://www.patreon.com/blackgirlstalksports Join Us on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/groups/BlackGirlsTalkSports/

Hosts Rekaya Gibson and Angela Spears discuss the NBA Finals matchup: Golden State Warriors vs Toronto Raptors. They give their predictions for Game 4. They share what its going to take for each team to win. Podcast Sponsored by Cuisine Noir Magazine www.cuisinenoirmag.com Download the Free Android App for BGTS https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.blackgirlstalksports.android.girls Support Us on Patreon http://www.patreon.com/blackgirlstalksports Join Us on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/groups/BlackGirlsTalkSports/

Hosts Rekaya Gibson and Angela Spears chat with special guest Tonia Walker who was recently named the Athletic Director (AD) at Bluefield College. She is the first female athletic director and the college's first full-time athletic director. They discuss her career in athletics and share her vision as the AD. She also gives her prediction for the NBA Championship. About Tonia Walker Tonia Walker completed her 4th year as Director of Athletics and her 18th season at Winston-Salem State University Department of Athletics. Her competitive excellence guided the Rams to 8 NCAA Division II tournament appearances, 15 CIAA Championships Titles, 9 CIAA Divisional Titles and eight Coach of the Year honors. Under Walker's leadership, she was able to raise in excess of $1.5 M for program operations. Additionally, she was successful in spearheading a partnership with Modern Automotive as the exclusive automobile sponsor. She currently serves as a board member for Women Leaders in College Sports and the Chair of the Western Triad Region Fellowship of Christian Athletes. Walker graduated with a master's degree from Old Dominion University in Recreation and Sports Administration. Walker will begin her leadership of Bluefield College Athletics on July 1, 2019. Podcast Sponsored by Cuisine Noir Magazine www.cuisinenoirmag.com Download the Free Android App for BGTS https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.blackgirlstalksports.android.girls Support Us on Patreon http://www.patreon.com/blackgirlstalksports Join Us on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/groups/BlackGirlsTalkSports/

Hosts Rekaya Gibson and Angela Spears discuss siblings who participate in the same sport. Some athletes include National Basketball League players Stephen and Seth Curry, professional tennis players Venus and Serena Williams, and Major League Baseball players Melvin and Justin Upton. They highlight their careers and share some interesting facts. Audible is offering our listeners a free audiobook with a 30-day trial membership. To download your free audiobook today go to www.audibletrial.com/blackgirlstalksports Audiobook Recommendation: "How We Did It: The Subban Plan for Success in Hockey, School and Life" By: Karl Subban, Scott Colby Podcast Sponsored by Cuisine Noir Magazine www.cuisinenoirmag.com Download the Free Android App for BGTS https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.blackgirlstalksports.android.girls Support Us on Patreon http://www.patreon.com/blackgirlstalksports Join Us on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/groups/BlackGirlsTalkSports/

Hosts Rekaya Gibson and Angela Sports discuss the NBA Draft Lottery Results. They explain how it works and share the top 14 picks. They give their reaction to New Orleans Pelicans winning the No. 1 pick. They review the NBA Draft top prospects and make their own predictions, including Zion Williamson going to the Pelicans. The 2019 NBA Draft will be held on Thursday, June 20, at 7 p.m., in the Barclays Center, Brooklyn, New York. Watch it on ESPN. Podcast Sponsored by Cuisine Noir Magazine www.cuisinenoirmag.com Download the Free Android App for BGTS https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.blackgirlstalksports.android.girls Support Us on Patreon http://www.patreon.com/blackgirlstalksports Join Us on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/groups/BlackGirlsTalkSports/

Hosts Rekaya Gibson and Angela Spears discuss the NBA Semi-Finals matchups: Golden State Warriors vs Houston Rockets, Denver Nuggets vs Portland Trail Blazers, and Toronto Raptors vs Philadelphia 76ers. They share their thoughts about the Milwaukee Bucks advancing to the Finals by beating the Boston Celtics. In other news, they announce that Black Girls Talk Sports Podcast is on Instagram (http://www.instagram.com/blackgirlstalksportspodcast). Podcast Sponsored by Cuisine Noir Magazine www.cuisinenoirmag.com Download the Free Android App for BGTS https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.blackgirlstalksports.android.girls Support Us on Patreon http://www.patreon.com/blackgirlstalksports Join Us on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/groups/BlackGirlsTalkSports/

Hosts Rekaya Gibson and Angela Spears chat with Olympic triple jumper Keturah Orji about her career as an athlete. She gives us insight on training for the 2020 Olympics and possibly becoming the first American woman to win a medal in the triple jump. She also shares what inspired her to create the mentor group, Amara's Pride. About Keturah "KO" Orji Olympic triple jumper Keturah "KO" Orji is a four-time USA champion and one of the most prominent young stars in track and field. After finishing fourth at the 2016 Olympic Games at age 20, KO has an opportunity to become the first American woman to win a medal in the triple jump event at the 2020 Olympics. KO is a 2018 graduate of the University of Georgia, where she won 8 NCAA titles (7 in the triple jump, 1 in the long jump), set two NCAA records, received the prestigious Bowerman Award (the highest honor in collegiate track and field), and earned recognition as the 2018 NCAA Woman of the Year, a distinction given to one graduating senior selected from all sports and divisions of college athletics. Amidst all of these accolades, KO maintained a 3.97 GPA. As a student-athlete, KO formed a mentorship program called Amara's Pride for eighth grade girls from low-income backgrounds, which she still runs. KO now competes professionally as a triple jumper and long jumper for Atlanta Track Club while pursuing a graduate degree in Sports Management at the University of Georgia. Follow Keturah on Twitter @KeturahOji and Instagram @ktorr1 Podcast Sponsored by Cuisine Noir Magazine www.cuisinenoirmag.com Download the Free Android App for BGTS https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.blackgirlstalksports.android.girls Support Us on Patreon http://www.patreon.com/blackgirlstalksports Join Us on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/groups/BlackGirlsTalkSports/

Hosts Rekaya Gibson and Angela Spears highlight the African Americans players in the 2019 Major Baseball League such as New York Yankees Aaron Judge, Boston Red Sox "Mookie" Betts, and Cleveland Indians Greg Allen. They also encourage listeners to watch the sport and/or attend a game this season. #KeepItSporty Support Us on Patreon http://www.patreon.com/blackgirlstalksports Download the Free Android App for BGTS https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.blackgirlstalksports.android.girls Podcast Sponsored by Cuisine Noir Magazine www.cuisinenoirmag.com Join Us on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/groups/BlackGirlsTalkSports/

Hosts Rekaya Gibson and Angela Spears discuss the National Basketball Association (NBA) Playoffs, first round matchups. They give an update on three series: Golden State Warriors vs Los Angeles Clippers; Portland Trail Blazers vs Oklahoma City Thunder, and Indiana Pacers vs Boston Celtics. They also share their predictions. Download the Free Android App for BGTS https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.blackgirlstalksports.android.girls Podcast Sponsored by Cuisine Noir Magazine www.cuisinenoirmag.com Support Us on Patreon http://www.patreon.com/blackgirlstalksports Join Us on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/groups/BlackGirlsTalkSports/