What Shapes Us - Rebel Talk Network

Podcast details

Technical and general information from the podcast's RSS feed.

Site

RSS

Apple

Recent rankings

Latest chart positions across Apple Podcasts and Spotify rankings.

Shared links between episodes and podcasts

Links found in episode descriptions and other podcasts that share them.

See all

https://www.instagram.com/selema
22 shares
https://www.instagram.com/whatshapesuspodcast
22 shares
https://www.instagram.com/zebpowelll
3 shares

https://gabriellaangojo.rocks
1 share

RSS feed quality and score

Technical evaluation of the podcast's RSS feed quality and structure.

See all

Publication history

Monthly episode publishing history over the past years.

Latest published episodes

Recent episodes with titles, durations, and descriptions.

See all

23: Kate Courtney on the Future of Women's Cycling

Friday, March 7, 2025 • Duration 01:11:27

In this powerful episode of What Shapes Us, Selema Masekela sits down with world champion mountain biker Kate Courtney (@kateplusfate) to dive into the relentless pursuit of greatness. From the early days of racing in California to becoming a global force in cycling, Kate shares how she’s navigated the highs and lows of competition, including the pressures of Olympic qualification, overcoming setbacks, and redefining success on her own terms. She opens up about the evolving landscape of women’s sports, the impact of research on female athletes, and her mission to empower the next generation through the SheSense Foundation. Whether you’re an athlete, a fan of high-performance sports, or someone looking for insight on resilience and long-term growth, this episode is packed with inspiration.

Social Media Tags:

Kate Courtney: @kateplusfate
Selema Masekela: @selema

#WhatShapesUs #KateCourtney #Cycling #MountainBiking #OlympicAthlete #SheSense #HighPerformance #SportsScience #SelemaMasekela #WomenInSports

Read moreCollapse

22: Monica Medellin on Redefining Sports Storytelling

Friday, February 28, 2025 • Duration 01:11:36

On this episode of What Shapes Us, Selema Masekela sits down with filmmaker, executive producer, and media trailblazer Monica Medellin (@monicamedellin_) to discuss her mission to expand narratives around women and people of color in sports. From her early days at the World Surf League to creating Surf Girls Hawaii with Reese Witherspoon’s Hello Sunshine, Monica shares her journey of storytelling, resilience, and representation in action sports. She reflects on navigating the industry, challenging outdated narratives, and carving out space for women in front of and behind the camera. Whether you’re an aspiring filmmaker, athlete, or just love compelling stories about pushing boundaries, this conversation is a must-listen.

Follow:

Monica Medellin: ⁠@monicamedellin_⁠
Selema Masekela: ⁠@selema⁠
What Shapes Us: ⁠@whatshapesuspodcast⁠

#WhatShapesUs #MonicaMedellin #WomenInSports #SurfGirlsHawaii #SportsMedia #RepresentationMatters #ActionSports #DiversityInMedia #Filmmaking #SelemaMasekela

Read moreCollapse

14: Justin Williams on Redefining Cycling Culture

Episode 14

Friday, December 20, 2024 • Duration 01:57:38

On this episode of What Shapes Us, Selema Masekela interviews Justin Williams, an elite cyclist and founder of the Legion of Los Angeles cycling team. Justin opens up about his journey from South Central LA to the pinnacle of criterium racing, all while breaking down barriers in a traditionally homogeneous sport. Learn how he built a community for underrepresented athletes, overcame the sport's systemic challenges, and redefined what it means to be a Black athlete in cycling. Justin’s passion for inclusivity, self-expression, and change brings a fresh perspective to the cycling world. Perfect for fans of outdoor sports, cultural change, and stories of resilience, this episode explores the intersections of race, identity, and community in cycling.

Follow:

Justin Williams: ⁠⁠@⁠⁠juswilliamz
Selema Masekela: ⁠⁠@selema⁠⁠

What Shapes Us: ⁠⁠@whatshapesuspodcast

Read moreCollapse

13: Chad Caruso

Thursday, August 17, 2023 • Duration 01:22:23

On this episode of the What Shapes Us podcast Chad Caruso shares his electrifying journey through the streets, parks, and ramps that have shaped his remarkable career. As a professional skateboarder with over a decade of experience under his belt, Chad brings a unique perspective to the mic. This episode isn't just about tricks and flips – it's a deep exploration of the culture, art, and mindset that drive the skating community.

Read moreCollapse

12: Nora Vasconcellos

Episode 12

Thursday, August 3, 2023 • Duration 01:34:33

Join us for an inspiring episode of the What Shapes Us podcast as we sit down with Nora Vasconcellos, the trailblazing American professional skateboarder hailing from Pembroke, Massachusetts. In this in-depth interview, we peel back the layers of Nora's incredible journey, exploring the highs, the challenges, and the sheer determination that has propelled her to become one of the most influential figures in the skateboarding world.

Read moreCollapse

11: Brick Howze

Season 2

Thursday, July 20, 2023 • Duration 02:12:43

On this episode of What Shapes Us Selema welcomes Brick Howze. Brick is a 26-year-old musician, producer, and founder of Black Sand, a surf and arts collective in LA. In this deep dive interview Brick tells his story about what shaped him into creative power Howze he has become.

Read moreCollapse

10: Redbull

Tuesday, April 5, 2022 • Duration 01:07:20

Selema brings a conversation he had at the Redbull At Work Tent-pole event. He talked to three athletes - Dassy Lee, Kate Cortney, Justin William- about their breaking norms in their surrounding and culture, finding their passion and discovering they can do it as a career, and how to build routine for your mental state.

Read moreCollapse

9: Louis the Child and PineappleCITI

Tuesday, March 22, 2022 • Duration 01:08:19

Motivation was stifled during the pandemic and artists where ether going into a creative hyphenation or found ways to recenter them self and reevaluate their creativity. Our guests, Louis the Child and PineappleCITI, talk through how they took on quarantine and what challenges they faced musically with it. How they stayed motivated and even rediscovered it.

Read moreCollapse

8: Jon Rose

Tuesday, March 8, 2022 • Duration 01:34:00

What makes you a Kook? Jon Rose takes us on a global adventure of how he fell into global relief effort and created Waves for Water. Selema also brings his past and why Jon chose adventrue as escape, enjoying your aging and the wisdom it brings, and finding your passion.

Read moreCollapse

7: Atiba Jefferson

Tuesday, February 22, 2022 • Duration 01:01:49

Selema is opening up his Covid Files to show you an interview he did with legendary photographer Atiba Jefferson. Selema goes into their history of when they first met at Atiba’s skate shop. Atiba moving out to California to follow his dream of being a photographer for skaters. And advice for those coming out of Covid what they can do to get out of the slump that we all slipped into.

Check out Atiba Jefferson work IG @atibaphoto

Read moreCollapse

What Shapes Us – Details, episodes & analysis

Podcast details

Recent rankings

Apple Podcasts

Shared links between episodes and podcasts

RSS feed quality and score

Publication history

Latest published episodes

Related Shows Based on Content Similarities

Apple Podcasts

Spotify

Related Shows Based on Content Similarities

What Shapes Us – Details, episodes & analysis

Podcast details

Recent rankings

Apple Podcasts

Shared links between episodes and podcasts

Instagram26

Other1

RSS feed quality and score

Publication history

Latest published episodes

Similar podcasts and content

Related Shows Based on Content Similarities

Apple Podcasts

Spotify

Related Shows Based on Content Similarities

Instagram26

Other1