A podcast for those striving to become better athletes, teammates, leaders, and human beings. Leadership, mindset, and current events in the world of roller derby! www.facebook.com/powerthru4thwhistle. Instagram/Twitter: @Power4thWhistle E-mail [email protected] We have a store with fun roller derby derby designs for everyone at https://power4thwhistle.threadless.com. You can choose from all kinds of tees, tanks, hoodies, and accessories in any color.
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Motivated by a near-death experience, Laura Scarpati dives into the unseen energies of the universe, uncovering how this magic can inspire growth, healing and living more fully. From soul families and chakras to past lives, astrology, numerology and lunar power- no topic is off limits, and everything is explored with curiosity and a sense of humor. Join Laura and her lineup of friends, witty personalities and professional lightworkers as they share genuine insights, expertise and fascination ...
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Ep 18: Trauma-Informed Healing with Halli Faulkner
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51:16*Content warning: this episode includes a discussion of sexual trauma and childhood sexual abuse* Trauma wears many faces. It can be loud and life-altering, or quiet and long-buried. It might stem from experiences like sexual trauma or childhood assault, or from more subtle, chronic forms of harm—neglect, shame, abandonment. Regardless of how it be…
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Full house this episode with Black Diaspora Roller Derby! Diamond (cofounder of Black Disapora), Quadzilla (coach), Lightning McLynn, Archangel Anarchy, Thumpher, Wheelameana, and Hella Naughty share their roller derby stories and what it means to be a part of this borderless team. Who travels the furthest? What's Quadzilla's secret to the fountain…
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Ep 17: Past Lives with Daniel The Past Life Regressionist
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1:07:39Past Lives. The idea that we’ve lived many lives before this one. That our soul has incarnated again and again, in different bodies, genders, cultures, and across eras. Whether you believe in past lives or not, how fun is it to wonder? What if we do get to come back again and again? What if this is all a grand multiverse story? A soul-led Marvel mo…
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This week, I got to talk to Team Finland and discover the secret to being one of the happiest countries in the world with Eerika aka Queerika of Helsinki Roller Derby and Ronja aka Rogue Fun of London Roller Derby. Why the grumpy fish? What does SISU really mean? Will we finally see one of the English speaking countries knocked out of the top spots…
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Ep 16: What Dying Taught Us with Near-Death Experience Survivor Cassandra Mary Bauer
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1:25:40Having a near-death experience is intense, to say the least. Survivors often report out-of-body experiences. I had one of those. A sense of peace or euphoria? I felt that, too. Some describe seeing a light at the end of the tunnel, the most common stereotype we’ve all heard. Others encounter beings or past loved ones...this was the experience of Ca…
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160 - Team Austria, Hosts of the Roller Derby World Cup!
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1:01:53This week's guests are Bellaciao from Vienna Roller Derby and Hell-o Kitty from the Fearless Bruisers of Innsbruck, Austria, hosts of the Roller Derby World Cup! What goes into putting on an event this massive? Let's get a behind-the-scenes look at this team and their mission of bringing the message of Skates over States to the world. I’m talking t…
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Ep 15: Reiki and Integrated Energy Therapy (IET) with Reiki Master Jacki Jones
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57:21Reiki is a holistic energy healing practice that channels universal life force to promote balance and overall well-being. Often described as deeply relaxing, Reiki supports the body’s natural healing processes - physically, emotionally, and energetically. In this episode, we explore Reiki with Reiki Master Jacki Jones, whose unique approach is info…
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159 - EARN IT on the Track: 6 Ways to Build Trust and Respect
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40:37In this episode, I share six ways to build trust and earn respect in your roller derby league. These are lessons I've picked up over the last 15 years as a skater, captain, and now as a coach. Earning trust is a long game that takes consistency, vulnerability, and accountability. Trust doesn't happen overnight -- it's something we earn every day, o…
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Ep 14: Parenting with Alignment: Behavioral Science, Intuition & the Body with Coach Kate Nasuti
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53:26What if the behaviors we carry—consciously or not—are living in our bodies, shaping not just our minds, but our health? In this episode, I talk with behavior and parenting coach Kate Nasuti about the science of behavior—what it is, how it develops, and how understanding it can give us more agency in how we show up as parents, partners, and people. …
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I spoke with Ice Sickle and Mango about Team Iceland this week! What is it like to have the only roller derby team on an island? How did they obtain and renovate their amazing practice space? And why will they literally troll other teams at the Roller Derby World Cup with their troll energy? I’m talking to teams going to the World Cup this year so …
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Ep 13: Hypnotherapy + Aging Backwards with Dr. Andy Scarpati
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55:24Ten years ago, my dad facilitated a past-life regression with my best friend. I remember rolling my eyes so hard I almost saw my own past lives. At the time, it felt out there...too out there. But after my own brush with the beyond, something cracked open. Curiosity rushed in, and I began to see my dad’s work through a new lens. In this episode, I …
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This week, I got to talk to Sarah aka Shaolin Spocker from the Rose City Rollers and Shannon aka Shenanigans from Terminal City Roller Derby about Team Taiwan on their way to their very first appearance at the World Cup! This is a diasporic team as there are no roller derby teams in Taiwan. I’m talking to teams going to the World Cup this year so w…
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Ep 12: The Practice of Showing Up with Lena Waithe
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44:47There comes a moment in our lives when we have to decide—how we’re going to show up in the world. For Laura Scarpati that moment came after getting run over by a car while pregnant. She had a choice: to stay in the trauma and victimhood, or to choose the light, to find joy in the recovery, and to lean into purpose. Lena Waithe knows something about…
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Four members of Team South Africa Roller Derby came on the show this week to tell us about their team's journey going into the World Cup! I talked with DiFibrillator and Iron Tyrant of Golden City Rollers and Zelfire and Shabam of Cape Town Rollergirls. I’m talking to teams going to the World Cup this year so we can learn more about their history a…
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Ep 11: The Science of Spirituality & How Your Focus Becomes Your Reality with Happiness Coach Dan Hennessey
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1:04:40Raise your hand if quantum physics makes your brain explode. 🙋♀️ Yes… same. Before this conversation the closest I got to Quantum physics was that movie, Interstellar. Shout out Christopher Nolan. Such a good film. Even during this conversation with Happiness Coach & Quantum Physics Enthusiast Dan Hennessey, I found myself needing a moment to catc…
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How do you create a chemical reaction between yourself and a teammate? How do you create inspiration? Practice is good for developing fundamental skills, but not for deploying those skills under pressure. In a game, things never turn out exactly the way you planned. But there's a way to break through -- improvisation. Photo by Ciara Janae Photograp…
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Ep 10: Activate Your Intuition & Becoming Unlimited with Intuitive Energy Healer Valerie Mya
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52:21How many times have you told yourself, I can’t do that? That you’re not smart enough, strong enough, or connected enough to chase your dreams? These limiting beliefs don’t just show up out of nowhere—they’re deeply ingrained from childhood, shaped by our environment, societal rules, guilt, fear and beyond. We see them as fact when, in reality, they…
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This week, I got to talk with Nohemy Michel Martinez aka "Noh Mames!", one of the founders of Fuego Latino! I’m talking to teams going to the World Cup this year so we can learn more about them and help support their journey. Follow Fuego Latino on Instagram @fuegolatinorollerderby Photo by Shells Montana World Cup Fundraiser: Monarch Skates virtua…
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Ep 9: 10-Day Silent Meditation Retreat with Justin Walter
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1:23:20Would you ever commit to a 10-day silent retreat—no phone, no communication with friends or family, just you and your thoughts? Sounds intense, right? Yung Pueblo, one of my favorite spiritual writers, swears by these retreats. But I’ve also heard countless spiritual practitioners (some on this very podcast) say things like, “You don’t need a 10-da…
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This week I get to talk to two members of Team Japan -- Emily aka Primm Reaper and Manami aka Sailor Boom! I’m talking to teams going to the World Cup this year so we can learn more about them and help support their journey. Would you like to support Team Japan? https://gofund.me/750413c9 Follow Team Japan on Instagram @japanrollerderby You MUST go…
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Ep 8: The Law Of Attraction and Laughing Your Way to Abundance with Lauren Pomerantz
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1:11:01What have you attracted into your life—a home, a partner, a fulfilling career, friendships that nourish you? The Law of Attraction suggests that our thoughts create a vibrational frequency, drawing similar experiences and circumstances into our reality. In other words, for better or worse, we attract what we focus on. Today’s guest, Lauren Pomerant…
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152 - How to Avoid 14 Mistakes Team Captains Make
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38:01Your team has voted you in as Team Captain. Congratulations! You are trusted as a leader. Whether it's your first time or you've done it for years, chances are you will make some mistakes. But don't fret! I'm here to help you avoid these 14 common mistakes that team captains (and sometimes coaches) make. Photo by Angela May Photography This podcast…
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Ep 7: Tarot 101 and Transformative Rituals with Lori Dyan
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53:05Tarot cards have long been surrounded by mystery, often viewed through the lens of superstition or dismissed as only a form of entertainment. But, as Lori Dyan shares in this episode, tarot is much more than just a deck of cards. It’s a powerful, transformative practice that speaks directly to us, offering insights and support exactly when we need …
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151 - Recap of No Borders Derby Tournament
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30:35In this episode, I recap all 11 games of the No Borders Derby Tournament that took place this past weekend in Portland, Oregon hosted by the Rose City Rollers and featuring the teams of Black Diaspora, Indigenous Rising, Fuego Latino, Jewish Roller Derby, Salaam Roller Derby, and Team Desi. This podcast is brought to you by Roller Derby Athletics. …
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Ep 6: Unlock Your Inner Psychic & Master Energetic Hygiene with Intuitive Christin Bridge
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1:03:14The word “psychic” often comes with a lot of baggage — shaped by movie stereotypes or past experiences with fortune-telling. But fortune-tellers aside, we’ve all experienced a gut feeling, that inner knowing, tug at us from time to time. What if you could tap into that tug? Tap into your own intuitive powers at any moment and choose to be your own …
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It's easy to get discouraged or disillusioned in sports. There's always a risk of disappointment or failure. No matter how hard you work, chances are there is someone better than you out there. So what keeps us working hard and striving? Today's episode is about finding that moment where it all comes together and you become emotionally bought in to…
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What makes you happy? Your kids? Your best friends? A spa day? A warm beach? Sure. All of those things, right? But when you zoom all the way in, to the thousands of decisions you make every day. Is your life optimized for your happiness? Lynn Winter is a Happiness Mapper. Lynn believes we all have a unique happiness thumbprint based on our values, …
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This week, I discuss the documentary that came out on DVD in 2021, "Queens of Pain", directed and produced by Cassie Hay and Amy Winston. The story follows three skaters balancing life and roller derby in New York City with the Gotham Roller Derby league. This podcast is brought to you by Roller Derby Athletics. Visit Roller Derby Athletics at …
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Ep 4: Coincidences & Synchronicities with Dave Cowen
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48:44Have you experienced a coincidence? A synchronicity? Carl Jung believed that these events were not just random occurrences, but rather manifestations of a deeper order in the universe. Meaning, there are signs and guidance all around us, if we pay attention. Today’s guest, Dave Cowen is an expert in this space. He has spent years practicing a metho…
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I've got a special guest this week! My teammate and skater for Team Desi Roller Derby, Rachel (aka Machel aka Benefiel aka R Prasad aka Mace Hindu) is here to tell us all about the formation of Team Desi and the team's journey through their first games ever at the Y'Allstars Southern Skate Showdown in Louisiana vs Indigenous Rising Roller Derby, Di…
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Ep 3: Moon Magic & Manifestation with Lauren Bocka
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47:25Basic Witch Lauren Bocka teaches us how to harness the power of the moon. She talks about the Law of Correspondence and how aligning the frequencies of our inner and outer world brings us closer to Self. Lauren tells us that the moon is a potent ally for us, and having awareness around her phases allows us to harness her power, giving us an effecti…
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147 - Building a Championship Mindset with Head Coach of Arch Rival, The Saint
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1:10:17We've got a special guest today! The Saint is Head Coach of Arch Rival, the number two team in the WORLD who fought for the Hydra at WFTDA Champs 2024. Saint is also a former captain of the championship winning St. Louis Gatekeepers of MRDA. What does it take for a team who had never been at champs before to climb to being in the finals in a handfu…
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Ep 2: Woo Culture in Hollywood & Beyond with Sierra Chanell Patrick
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45:12Former colleagues at The Ellen Show, Laura Scarpati & Sierra Channel Patrick reflect on their Hollywood work experience and giggle as they discuss life's existential questions. They talk about astrology, manifesting, life after death, signs from the other side and the importance of humor in navigating life's challenges. Sierra Chanell Patrick is an…
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146 - You Can Do Hard Things: Shark Punching Season
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36:24It's shark punching season and I'll outline the four steps to help you get there. Struggling under high pressure situations? Imposter Syndrome? Looking for ways to handle stress? You can do hard things! Photo by Small Town Roller Derby Photography This podcast is brought to you by Roller Derby Athletics. Visit Roller Derby Athletics at rol…
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Ep 1: Crack Open Moments with Whitney Guerrero
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50:25This episode is all about crack open moments. A crack open moment is a catastrophic, life-altering event that changes you. It's rock bottom. It's that moment when things feel completely out of control or hopeless. It’s being at your most vulnerable and then surrendering to the moment. For Laura Scarpati and Whitney Guerrero, their rock bottoms beca…
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145 - From Jitters to Jams: Thriving Under Derby Pressure
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50:58Competition can be crushing. But what if you could embrace the pressure and channel those nerves into power and creativity? Let's talk about how to build unshakeable confidence and perform at your peak by recognizing how fun and exciting challenging situations can be. This episode welcomes back co-host Coach Dan! Photo by Slingshot Jack This podcas…
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Sometimes we find ourselves waiting until...we are whole again and we get our lives back. How can we keep our mindset strong while our body is in recovery? This episode gives tips on how we can take care of ourselves, care for our teammates, and as a coach show up for your athletes struggling with an injury. The challenges of grief, acceptance, str…
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Motivated by a near-death experience, Laura Scarpati dives into the unseen energies of the universe, uncovering how this magic can inspire growth, healing and living more fully. From soul families and chakras to past lives, astrology, numerology and lunar power- no topic is off limits, and everything is explored with curiosity and a sense of humor.…
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You or someone close to you really needs this one. This podcast is brought to you by Roller Derby Athletics. Visit Roller Derby Athletics at rollerderbyathletics.com/plans. Follow our Facebook page at: www.facebook.com/powerthru4thwhistle. Follow us on Instagram: @Power4thWhistle …
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Don't let your dreams be dreams! I give you permission to dream bigger....by sharing the story of my team's trip to Iceland to compete internationally. This podcast is brought to you by Roller Derby Athletics. Visit Roller Derby Athletics at rollerderbyathletics.com/plans. Follow our Facebook page at: www.facebook.com/powerthru4thwhi…
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141 - 5 Ways to Make Me LOVE Champs Again
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36:38This was the first year I didn't love watching Champs. Why? Let's talk about it and how to get that magic back. This podcast is brought to you by Roller Derby Athletics. Visit Roller Derby Athletics at rollerderbyathletics.com/plans. Follow our Facebook page at: www.facebook.com/powerthru4thwhistle. Follow us on Instagram: @Powe…
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This episode is for coaches helping new skaters learn roller derby for the first time. I share my entire Week 1 Curriculum for building confidence and control on skates. This podcast is brought to you by Roller Derby Athletics. Visit Roller Derby Athletics at rollerderbyathletics.com/plans. Follow our Facebook page at: www.facebook.com/pow…
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Advice about gear, mindset, and training for before you start skating, during new skater clinics, and making the most of your rookie season. What to do at practice and in between practices that will set you apart. Photo by Junior This podcast is brought to you by Roller Derby Athletics. Visit Roller Derby Athletics at rollerderbyathletics.com/pla…
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How to stop procrastinating, stay out of the boredom zone, free yourself from the anxiety zone, and find that flow state. Resource - Flow: The Psychology of Optimal Experience by psychologist Mihaly Csikszentmihalyi Photo by Garrin Ball Photography This podcast is brought to you by Roller Derby Athletics. Visit Roller Derby Athletics at rollerder…
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Yes, a NEW episode! This is really happening! This episode shares stories of being knocked down and getting back up again to play your sport. This podcast is brought to you by Roller Derby Athletics. Visit Roller Derby Athletics at rollerderbyathletics.com/plans. Follow our Facebook page at: www.facebook.com/powerthru4thwhistle. Follow us on In…
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How do our left brain and right brain process learning something new? Also would a different way of training our skaters take all the emotional psychology out of the equation and let us focus on learning a new skill? Join the Discord and connect with other listeners: https://discord.gg/CZnAw6QtFY 📷 by Ciara Janae Find our transcribed episodes on ou…
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The WFTDA released a new update for Return to Play Guidelines! Join the Discord and connect with other listeners: https://discord.gg/CZnAw6QtFY Find our transcribed episodes on our Patreon page at https://www.patreon.com/power4thwhistle. They are public and free, but we'd super appreciate your support. (Thank you, Jenergy!) Follow our Facebook page…
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Let's talk about why your teammates skip practice. Join the Discord and connect with other listeners: https://discord.gg/CZnAw6QtFY 📷 by Ciara Janae Find our transcribed episodes on our Patreon page at https://www.patreon.com/power4thwhistle. They are public and free, but we'd super appreciate your support. (Thank you, Jenergy!) Follow our Facebook…
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Becoming better leaders this week! What happens to people in your roller derby league who are given a position of power? How does their viewpoint change? Does obtaining power corrupt even the best of us? This week's episode explores the research of Dachner Keltner in his book, The Power Paradox: How We Gain and Lose Influence. 📷 by Ciara Janae Find…
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SAVE YOUR SMALL TOWN LEAGUE!! How many small town roller derby leagues have vanished in the last decade? How many could have been saved if they had known about this ONE THING? Special Guest Lemon shares the exciting discovery that saved her small town league in the Midwest from disbanding. 📷 by Season Chandler "How Short Track Roller Derby Can Save…
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