Beyond the Sidelines: Women Reshaping Sports Journalism
Thu Feb 05 2026
What happens when being different makes you a target — before it makes you respected?
In this episode of BILF Pod, Kendra Douglas joins Mara for an honest conversation about identity, resilience, and staying in the room when the industry tests you. From navigating bias and representation in sports media to moments that quietly confirm you’re exactly where you belong, this is a grounded look at what it really takes to last.
No outrage. No motivation talk.
Just perspective earned over time.
This episode isn’t about breaking through;
it’s about not quitting before your moment arrives.
🎧 Listen if you’re building something that takes patience.
If you haven't already... subscribe to the channel here:
https://www.youtube.com/@UCYLvhwzAObRJHngDq0usF6g
00:00 – 00:34 – Intro
00:34 – 06:00 – Guest Background & Career
06:00 – 11:00 – Taking Risks & Starting from Zero
11:00 – 17:00 – Mindset Shift & Personal Growth
17:00 – 23:00 – Building Businesses Strategically
23:00 – 28:00 – Leadership & Decision Making
28:00 – 34:00 – Purpose, Motivation & Drive
34:00 – 40:00 – Overcoming Obstacles & Setbacks
40:00 – 46:00 – Personal Habits & Structure
46:00 – 51:00 – Advice for Entrepreneurs & Women in Business
51:00 – 53:00 – 21-Day Challenge & Call to Action
53:00 – 53:40 – Outro
Get Connected:
Follow Mara Dorne → @maradorne
Follow Kendra Douglas → @kendra.douglas
Follow the Podcast → @bilfpod
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What happens when being different makes you a target — before it makes you respected? In this episode of BILF Pod, Kendra Douglas joins Mara for an honest conversation about identity, resilience, and staying in the room when the industry tests you. From navigating bias and representation in sports media to moments that quietly confirm you’re exactly where you belong, this is a grounded look at what it really takes to last. No outrage. No motivation talk. Just perspective earned over time. This episode isn’t about breaking through; it’s about not quitting before your moment arrives. 🎧 Listen if you’re building something that takes patience. If you haven't already... subscribe to the channel here: https://www.youtube.com/@UCYLvhwzAObRJHngDq0usF6g 00:00 – 00:34 – Intro 00:34 – 06:00 – Guest Background & Career 06:00 – 11:00 – Taking Risks & Starting from Zero 11:00 – 17:00 – Mindset Shift & Personal Growth 17:00 – 23:00 – Building Businesses Strategically 23:00 – 28:00 – Leadership & Decision Making 28:00 – 34:00 – Purpose, Motivation & Drive 34:00 – 40:00 – Overcoming Obstacles & Setbacks 40:00 – 46:00 – Personal Habits & Structure 46:00 – 51:00 – Advice for Entrepreneurs & Women in Business 51:00 – 53:00 – 21-Day Challenge & Call to Action 53:00 – 53:40 – Outro Get Connected: Follow Mara Dorne → @maradorne Follow Kendra Douglas → @kendra.douglas Follow the Podcast → @bilfpod