We’re gonna need a bigger boat! We’ll be discussing the history of the blockbuster for this episode. We’ll be going through what the term meant originally, what it means today, and how the blockbuster movie has evolved throughout Hollywood in the past 50 years.

Who are the most influential figures associated with the term and what does the term mean today in the context of streaming movies? Let's dive in.

In this episode, I open up about how relationships and friendships shift once the game is over. From teammates who became family to the challenge of maintaining connections off the court, I talk about what’s changed and what hasn’t since stepping away from college basketball. I will also dive into how I’m building new friendships, navigating dating, and figuring out who’s really in my corner. If you’re adjusting to life beyond a team or reevaluating your social circle, this one’s for you.

Welcome back to Pack Your Bags, We’re Leaving! This episode is all about the real tips, honest recommendations, and lessons learned through our study abroad process. No guests are physically here with me today, but you’ll be able to hear the voices of the friends I’ve made abroad that I talk about in my previous episodes. So, stick around because you won’t want to miss this!

The season finale of Myah Off the Bench is here! Myah recaps the NHL playoffs through Round 2, pays tribute to Marc-André Fleury’s legendary career, breaks down transfer portal chaos in NCAA hockey, and dives into a wild Clark Cup Final in the USHL. Plus—yes, she owns up to a few playoff predictions gone wrong.

In this episode, Bayleigh opens up about the reality behind picture-perfect friend groups often portrayed in the media. From "Sex and the City" brunch squads to tight-knit trios that fall apart, she shares the real struggles of navigating friendship, loneliness, and growing pains—both in the past and now.

She dives into her own experiences: messy fallouts, being left out, and the feeling that maybe she was the problem. But through that, Bayleigh learned how to enjoy solitude, build meaningful one-on-one connections, and appreciate the “mod podge” of people who truly show up.

If you’ve ever felt like the only one without a girl gang or are trying to make peace with being in your own lane—this one’s for you.

In Episode 2 of Learning Through Experience, we move past the branding talk and into real-world execution—where your vision takes shape. Juan Salazar walks you through his hands-on journey of bringing a brand to life, from early sketches and design tools to sourcing materials, building prototypes, and exploring production options that actually work.

Whether you’re in the early grind or looking to scale your fashion or creative brand, this episode offers practical insights, honest lessons, and the mindset needed to turn ideas into reality.

Episode Title: Life After the Game – Mental Health, Body Image & the Athlete Identity
In this episode, we tackle a powerful and often unspoken challenge faced by many former athletes: the mental health and body image struggles that can emerge after stepping away from competitive sports. I dive into how the transition out of peak physical condition can impact self-worth, and how social media often fuels body dysmorphia by promoting unrealistic expectations and idealized identities. We’ll also look at real perspectives from online communities and how digital personas can both reflect and reinforce these struggles.

This conversation is for anyone navigating life after sport—and trying to find peace in a new version of themselves.