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Mar 2023
54m 12s

Who Wins When Everyone Plays? with Verit...

Sony Music Entertainment / Jonathan Van Ness
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Sports are about so much more than competition. Through athletics we learn life skills, we move authentically, and we find community. This week, Verity Smith joins Jonathan to discuss the importance of trans inclusion in sports, his personal experiences on the rugby pitch, and how we can stay resilient in this critical moment for LGBTQIA+ rights.   Verity ... Show More
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