Former WNBA player and current WNBA team owner of The Dream, Renee Montgomery: 
Making history as a 'first'
How basketball changed the trajectory of her life.
Why she left the WNBA in 2020
What Kobe Bryant meant to the WNBA
Why she thinks there is still such a discrepancy between equal pay in the WNBA & NBA and what needs to be done to close the gap.
What people are missing by not watching the WNBA
What it was like to become one of the youngest owners of a sports team
Why it's important to her to be 'the YES' for others
Working with family 
How sports prepared her for business in more ways than she could have imagined

Former WNBA player and current WNBA team owner of The Dream, Renee Montgomery: <ul class="ul1"> <li class="li1">Making history as a 'first'</li> <li class="li1">How basketball changed the trajectory of her life.</li> <li class="li1">Why she left the WNBA in 2020</li> <li class="li1">What Kobe Bryant meant to the WNBA</li> <li class="li1">Why she thinks there is still such a discrepancy between equal pay in the WNBA & NBA and what needs to be done to close the gap.</li> <li class="li1">What people are missing by not watching the WNBA</li> <li class="li1">What it was like to become one of the youngest owners of a sports team</li> <li class="li1">Why it's important to her to be 'the YES' for others</li> <li class="li1">Working with family </li> <li class="li1">How sports prepared her for business in more ways than she could have imagined</li> </ul>

Behind every headline is a person + a deeper story. Question Everything with journalist Danielle Robay cuts through social media buzz to uncover the voices, ideas, and cultural moments that shape how we see the world. Each week, she asks bold questions that challenge assumptions and reveal the nuance behind the narratives, inviting you to look closer at the world, and at yourself. Because there's always more to the story.
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What Does it Really Mean to Be a Champion? Renee Montgomery: Making History + Living the (Atlanta) Dream + Changing the WNBA

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What if uncertainty wasn’t something to dread, but something we’re meant to live inside? In this episode, Danielle sits down with Paralympian Amy Purdy, whose life changed overnight at age 19 after losing both of her legs to bacterial meningitis. What followed wasn’t just a story of resilience, it was a complete redefinition of identity, possibility, and what it means to move forward. Amy went on to become a three-time Paralympic medalist, a finalist on Dancing with the Stars, and the author of Bounce Forward. But more than what she’s accomplished, this conversation focuses on how she navigates uncertainty, reinvention, and the moments that don’t make sense while you’re living them. In this episode, you’ll learn:
The wild story of Madonna discovering Amy Purdy in a casting call
Amy’s story of losing both legs to bacterial meningitis at 19
How Amy became a Paralympic medalist after losing both her legs
The premonition-like encounter Amy had weeks before she nearly died
What facing death actually feels like (and why it wasn’t fear)
How to redefine purpose after losing everything familiar
Ideas for staying grounded when life feels uncertain and out of control
The difference between “bouncing back” vs. bouncing forward
What it’s like learning to snowboard again on prosthetic legs
The mental tools Amy uses to navigate fear, anxiety, and uncertainty
How Amy manifested working with Oprah Winfrey, Deepak Chopra, and Liz Gilbert
The role of presence and mindfulness during life’s hardest moments
Amy’s devastating second injury, and the moment she realized she “might never walk again”
The power of choosing challenges and reframing our reality 

Make sure to check out Amy on Instagram, and read her new book Bounce Forward 

What if uncertainty wasn&rsquo;t something to dread, but something we&rsquo;re meant to live inside? In this episode, Danielle sits down with Paralympian Amy Purdy, whose life changed overnight at age 19 after losing both of her legs to bacterial meningitis. What followed wasn&rsquo;t just a story of resilience, it was a complete redefinition of identity, possibility, and what it means to move forward. Amy went on to become a three-time Paralympic medalist, a finalist on Dancing with the Stars, and the author of Bounce Forward. But more than what she&rsquo;s accomplished, this conversation focuses on how she navigates uncertainty, reinvention, and the moments that don&rsquo;t make sense while you&rsquo;re living them. In this episode, you&rsquo;ll learn:
<ul>
<li aria-level="1">The wild story of Madonna discovering Amy Purdy in a casting call</li>
<li aria-level="1">Amy&rsquo;s story of losing both legs to bacterial meningitis at 19</li>
<li aria-level="1">How Amy became a Paralympic medalist after losing both her legs</li>
<li aria-level="1">The premonition-like encounter Amy had weeks before she nearly died</li>
<li aria-level="1">What facing death actually feels like (and why it wasn&rsquo;t fear)</li>
<li aria-level="1">How to redefine purpose after losing everything familiar</li>
<li aria-level="1">Ideas for staying grounded when life feels uncertain and out of control</li>
<li aria-level="1">The difference between &ldquo;bouncing back&rdquo; vs. bouncing forward</li>
<li aria-level="1">What it&rsquo;s like learning to snowboard again on prosthetic legs</li>
<li aria-level="1">The mental tools Amy uses to navigate fear, anxiety, and uncertainty</li>
<li aria-level="1">How Amy manifested working with Oprah Winfrey, Deepak Chopra, and Liz Gilbert</li>
<li aria-level="1">The role of presence and mindfulness during life&rsquo;s hardest moments</li>
<li aria-level="1">Amy&rsquo;s devastating second injury, and the moment she realized she &ldquo;might never walk again&rdquo;</li>
<li aria-level="1">The power of choosing challenges and reframing our reality&nbsp;</li>
</ul>
Make sure to check out Amy on <a href="https://www.instagram.com/amypurdygurl/">Instagram</a>, and read her new book <a href="http://google.com/search?q=bounce+forward+indie+bookstores&amp;oq=bounce+forward+indie+bookstores&amp;gs_lcrp=EgZjaHJvbWUyBggAEEUYOTIHCAEQIRigATIHCAIQIRigATIHCAMQIRirAtIBCDM3NzhqMGo3qAIAsAIA&amp;sourceid=chrome&amp;ie=UTF-8">Bounce Forward&nbsp;</a>

Playbook for Navigating Uncertainty With Paralympian Amy Purdy

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We’re all bombarded with a lot of career advice these days. And while some of it sounds good in theory, most of it doesn’t actually work in real life. In this episode, Danielle speaks with leadership coach Ginny Clarke, who brings 35+ years of experience across executive recruiting, talent management and leadership, including time as a Director of Executive Recruiting at Google. Ginny’s advice is simple: work is a game. To win, you have to learn to play. From what recruiters are really looking for, to why “main character energy” can quietly sabotage your career, to uncomfortable truths about titles, leadership, and workplace culture. If you’ve ever felt stuck, overlooked, or unsure how to navigate work without losing yourself in the process, this conversation will reframe how you think about all of it. You’ll learn: 
Career advice that actually works (and what’s quietly outdated)
Job interview tips that go beyond rehearsed answers
The most common interview mistakes, and how to avoid them
How to answer “tell me about yourself” without sounding scripted
What recruiters are really looking for (beyond your resume)
Interview tips for introverts who don’t want to “perform”
Career growth strategies that don’t rely on a linear path
Workplace advice for navigating office dynamics and expectations
How to succeed at work without burning out or losing yourself
The truth about “main character energy” at work
Leadership advice you can apply at any level, not just management
How to deal with a bad boss (without hurting your own career)
What company culture really is, and how to spot red flags fast
Why your job title matters less than you think
The mindset shift that unlocks real career success

Follow Ginny on Instagram and TikTok.

We&rsquo;re all bombarded with a lot of career advice these days. And while some of it sounds good in theory, most of it doesn&rsquo;t actually work in real life. In this episode, Danielle speaks with leadership coach Ginny Clarke, who brings 35+ years of experience across executive recruiting, talent management and leadership, including time as a Director of Executive Recruiting at Google. Ginny&rsquo;s advice is simple: work is a game. To win, you have to learn to play. From what recruiters are really looking for, to why &ldquo;main character energy&rdquo; can quietly sabotage your career, to uncomfortable truths about titles, leadership, and workplace culture. If you&rsquo;ve ever felt stuck, overlooked, or unsure how to navigate work without losing yourself in the process, this conversation will reframe how you think about all of it. You&rsquo;ll learn:&nbsp;
<ul>
<li aria-level="1">Career advice that actually works (and what&rsquo;s quietly outdated)</li>
<li aria-level="1">Job interview tips that go beyond rehearsed answers</li>
<li aria-level="1">The most common interview mistakes, and how to avoid them</li>
<li aria-level="1">How to answer &ldquo;tell me about yourself&rdquo; without sounding scripted</li>
<li aria-level="1">What recruiters are really looking for (beyond your resume)</li>
<li aria-level="1">Interview tips for introverts who don&rsquo;t want to &ldquo;perform&rdquo;</li>
<li aria-level="1">Career growth strategies that don&rsquo;t rely on a linear path</li>
<li aria-level="1">Workplace advice for navigating office dynamics and expectations</li>
<li aria-level="1">How to succeed at work without burning out or losing yourself</li>
<li aria-level="1">The truth about &ldquo;main character energy&rdquo; at work</li>
<li aria-level="1">Leadership advice you can apply at any level, not just management</li>
<li aria-level="1">How to deal with a bad boss (without hurting your own career)</li>
<li aria-level="1">What company culture really is, and how to spot red flags fast</li>
<li aria-level="1">Why your job title matters less than you think</li>
<li aria-level="1">The mindset shift that unlocks real career success</li>
</ul>
Follow Ginny on <a href="https://www.instagram.com/ginny_clarke/">Instagram</a> and <a href="https://www.tiktok.com/@ginnyleads?is_from_webapp=1&amp;sender_device=pc">TikTok</a>.

How to Actually Win at Work (Without Playing Yourself) With Ginny Clarke

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Men are more lonely, more disconnected, and more unsure of who they’re supposed to be than we’ve seen in generations. And while the data is alarming, what often gets lost is how this is actually showing up in real life: on dates, in relationships, and in the expectations men and women are navigating every day. In this episode, Danielle speaks with Dr. Gary Barker, a leading global researcher on men and masculinity, to unpack what’s actually going on. From the cultural forces shaping modern manhood, to how it’s showing up in dating and relationships. Plus, the surprising TV show Gary points to as a model of healthy masculinity. Gary also unpacks:
Why modern masculinity feels more confusing than ever
The loneliness epidemic among men, and why it’s getting worse
Why so many men feel blamed for systems like patriarchy and the Me Too movement
The difference between calling men out vs calling men in (and why it matters)
Why accountability alone isn’t working, and what’s missing
How men actually benefit from gender equality and a safer world for women
What role women play in reshaping masculinity, and where the line is
The emotional labor gap in relationships, and why women tend to carry more
The growing disconnect in modern dating, and why many women feel misaligned
How dating apps and comparison culture are changing expectations for men
The biological conversation we avoid: testosterone, male sexuality, and agency
Why men are also wired for care, connection, and emotional bonding (not just aggression)
The sources from which boys learn masculinity: mainly media, culture, peers, and family
Why pop culture (like The Pitt) is starting to show healthier versions of masculinity
Why no country, not even Scandinavian countries with progressive policies, has fully figured this out
What it actually looks like to raise boys differently in today’s world
The link between masculinity, violence, and school shootings in the U.S.

Follow Dr. Gary Barker’s organization Equimondo on Instagram

Book recommendation: Father Time by Sarah Hrdy

Men are more lonely, more disconnected, and more unsure of who they&rsquo;re supposed to be than we&rsquo;ve seen in generations. And while the data is alarming, what often gets lost is how this is actually showing up in real life: on dates, in relationships, and in the expectations men and women are navigating every day. In this episode, Danielle speaks with Dr. Gary Barker, a leading global researcher on men and masculinity, to unpack what&rsquo;s actually going on. From the cultural forces shaping modern manhood, to how it&rsquo;s showing up in dating and relationships. Plus, the surprising TV show Gary points to as a model of healthy masculinity. Gary also unpacks:
<ul>
<li aria-level="1">Why modern masculinity feels more confusing than ever</li>
<li aria-level="1">The loneliness epidemic among men, and why it&rsquo;s getting worse</li>
<li aria-level="1">Why so many men feel blamed for systems like patriarchy and the Me Too movement</li>
<li aria-level="1">The difference between calling men out vs calling men in (and why it matters)</li>
<li aria-level="1">Why accountability alone isn&rsquo;t working, and what&rsquo;s missing</li>
<li aria-level="1">How men actually benefit from gender equality and a safer world for women</li>
<li aria-level="1">What role women play in reshaping masculinity, and where the line is</li>
<li aria-level="1">The emotional labor gap in relationships, and why women tend to carry more</li>
<li aria-level="1">The growing disconnect in modern dating, and why many women feel misaligned</li>
<li aria-level="1">How dating apps and comparison culture are changing expectations for men</li>
<li aria-level="1">The biological conversation we avoid: testosterone, male sexuality, and agency</li>
<li aria-level="1">Why men are also wired for care, connection, and emotional bonding (not just aggression)</li>
<li aria-level="1">The sources from which boys learn masculinity: mainly media, culture, peers, and family</li>
<li aria-level="1">Why pop culture (like The Pitt) is starting to show healthier versions of masculinity</li>
<li aria-level="1">Why no country, not even Scandinavian countries with progressive policies, has fully figured this out</li>
<li aria-level="1">What it actually looks like to raise boys differently in today&rsquo;s world</li>
</ul>
<ul>
<li aria-level="1">The link between masculinity, violence, and school shootings in the U.S.</li>
</ul>
Follow Dr. Gary Barker&rsquo;s organization Equimondo on <a href="https://www.instagram.com/equimundo_org">Instagram</a>
Book recommendation: <a href="https://portersquarebooks.com/book/9780691238791">Father Time</a> by Sarah Hrdy

Is This a Men’s Crisis—or a Human One? With Dr. Gary Barker

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