Welcome to the Party Allyson Felix Took On Corporate Sports—and Won
Sep 4, 2025
In a riveting conversation, Allyson Felix, the most decorated American track and field athlete, shares her journey battling corporate giants like Nike to secure maternity protections for athletes. She discusses her ventures like Saysh, her shoe brand focused on women, and Always Alpha, her management company for female athletes. Joined by legends like Mia Hamm and Billie Jean King, they dive into the challenges faced in sports and the need for better support and visibility for women's events. Allyson's resilience and advocacy shine through, making for an inspiring discussion.
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Comfort Wins Over Fashion
- The hosts discussed comfy performance clothing and Viori joggers as daily staples.
- They emphasized comfort dominates their clothing priorities while still appreciating style.
Pregnancy Contract Fight Sparked Change
- Allyson Felix described being effectively devalued by Nike after pregnancy and how that forced her into action.
- That experience led her to found Saysh, push industry policy change, and prioritize future generations.
Collective Voice Drives Policy Change
- Felix said standing up wasn't about courage but necessity: protecting the next generation mattered more than fear.
- Collective pressure changed Nike's policy and demonstrated the power of unified athlete voices.
