Sports Grief Is Real Grief with Natasha Sizlo | Sportuality Ep. 8

Liner notes

What happens when sports grief hits closer to home than expected? In this episode of Sportuality, Gotham and Varun are joined by Grief Therapist and author Natasha Sizlo to unpack the unexpected emotional toll of losing a franchise player. From Varun navigating the unceremonious trade of Jaylen Brown to Gotham trying to process the departure of Kawhi Leonard, losing an iconic athlete can mirror a genuine romantic breakup, especially when you’ve watched them grow from raw rookies to world champions.

0:00 - Intro
2:30 - Why Do We Invest In Franchise Players
9:00 - Players Finding Their Voice
16:20 - Guest Natasha Sizlo
38:00 - Outro