Episode 172

  
    "Athletes and education… people tend not to mix them. And I think they do a disadvantage to athletes in the process.

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Episode Summary

As women's sports shatter records and the excitement of the World Cup still lingers, our conversation with Pardeep Cattry—soccer journalist at CBS Sports—could not be more timely.

Women’s professional leagues are drawing unprecedented sponsorships, record crowds, soaring viewership, and bigger revenues than ever. Yet, too many athletes face financial ruin just years after their final game, and many are forced to juggle multiple jobs or leagues to make ends meet. Money talk is often pushed to the sidelines as a "distraction" from performance, leaving too many pros unprepared for life after retirement and more vulnerable to what follows.

Whether you’re a die-hard fan or just tuning in, it’s hard to ignore the glaring gender pay gap and financial literacy hurdles female athletes face. In this episode, we go beyond the headlines and into the heart of these complex issues to highlight both the progress and the persistent challenges facing women in sports.

*Please note: At the time of this recording, Pardeep was writing a newsletter for The Gist.

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