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Episode Synopsis
Send us a textMirin Fader doesn’t just write sports stories — she writes human stories.As a New York Times bestselling author and senior NBA writer for The Athletic, she’s known for compassion, depth, and unforgettable storytelling. Her book Giannis became a bestseller, and her highly anticipated new book on Larry Bird is coming soon.But before she became one of today’s most respected sports journalists, Mirin was a young girl who dreamed of playing in the WNBA. An unexpected injury in college changed everything — forcing her to rebuild, reimagine, and rediscover her purpose. That path led her to sports journalism… and ultimately to her calling.In this episode of Unstoppable Podcast, we talk about:• How losing basketball opened the door to writing• How she fell in love with sports journalism• The power of empathy when covering athletes• Her encouraging words for young women in sports and journalism• And how she’s approaching her upcoming Larry Bird projectMirin’s journey is courageous, intentional, and absolutely unstoppable.---About Mirin (link)Giannis: The Improbable Rise of an NBA MVP (book link)Dream: The Life and Legacy of Hakeem Olajuwon (book link) Visit Unstoppable Podcast - Website for more episodes celebrating the women who redefine what’s possible.
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