Paris Highlights & Hurdles: Queer and Women Athletes on the Olympic Stage

In this episode of Play Like A They, Monica and Sara are back to dish out all the highs, lows, and everything in between from the Paris Olympics. Women and queer athletes totally owned it this year, and we’re here to celebrate those epic wins while keeping it real about the challenges.

From record-breaking performances to moments of struggle, they celebrate the incredible achievements while also reflecting on areas for growth. We’re talking gold medals, like the U.S. Women’s Soccer team’s heart-pounding run, and giving shout-outs to the incredible non-binary athletes who are breaking barriers on the world stage.

Tune in as they discuss everything from thrilling victories, like the U.S. Women’s Basketball and Rugby team medal runs, to important conversations about representation and the exciting track presence of athletes like Sha’Carri Richardson and Nikki Hiltz. They also tackle the challenges faced by athletes like Algerian boxer Imane Khelif, highlighting the need for continued progress in the fight against misogyny, racism, and transphobia in sports.

So, grab a snack and get comfy as we break down the Paris Olympics with our usual mix of fun, facts, and fierce support for women and queer athletes.

Transcript: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1YlF07yJiIIGKo7e4b46S8S-wVb9dDCgILh8-XqodxDU/edit?usp=sharing