From Muhammad Ali conscientious objection to the Vietnam War to Tommy Smith and John Carlos raising their fists to protest oppression to Colin Kaepernick kneeling in silent protest of police brutality, athletes have a long and storied history of using their elevated positions to move the needle on social change. This is familiar space, the place where athletics and politics coincide. And athletes often put their careers and reputations at risk for causes they believe in.

In this episode, we are joined by legendary collegiate track coach, commissioner and administrator, and gender and cultural trailblazer Delores "Dee" Todd. We discuss the impact of Title IX on women's college athletics through Dee's eyes, as she was both witness and participant to history. We also explore how athletes use their voices for change, how society treats those who speak out, and what constitutes privilege in our society.  

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