Sports Without Borders: Global Sports Talk
Sports Without Borders
Welcome to Sports Without Borders, where passion meets perspective and sports know no boundaries.
Hosted by Karla Vazquez, a Gen Z sports journalist with a love for every sport under the sun, and Mark Mancini, a seasoned broadcasting pro with decades behind the mic, this podcast bridges generations, continents, and cultures — one game at a time.
Whether it’s football (both kinds), hoops, cricket, combat sports, or the headlines shaping the sports world, Kendal and Mark bring fresh takes, classic insights, and plenty of banter. They don’t always agree — and that’s half the fun.
Episodes
66 episodes
Behind the Game: Aaron Brengle on Creating the Fan Experience
What does it really take to make game day happen?This week on Sports Without Borders, Mark Mancini and Karla Vasquez go behind the scenes of live sports with Aaron Brengle, whose event management experience includes Long Be...
The Game Has More Jobs Than Players: Christopher Ortega on Building a Career in Sports
There are far more ways to build a career in sports than becoming an athlete.This week on Sports Without Borders, Mark Mancini and Karla Vasquez are joined by sports media professional Christopher Ortega, whose journey has ...
Learn the Game: Kip Gross on What Baseball Is Losing
What does it really take to make it to Major League Baseball—and stay there?This week on Sports Without Borders, Mark Mancini and Karla Vasquez are joined by former Major League pitcher Kip Gross, whose professional career ...
Beyond the Driver’s Seat: Harold Martin Sr. on Racing, Innovation and Opportunity
What does it take to turn a childhood passion for racing into a career spanning motorsports, engineering, innovation and entrepreneurship?This week on Sports Without Borders, Mark Mancini and Karla Vasquez are joined by Harold ...
Beyond the Hurdles: Sofia Swindell on Confidence, Competition and the Road to LA28
How early should athletes start thinking about their future—not just as competitors, but as brands and professionals?This week on Sports Without Borders, Mark Mancini and Karla Vasquez are joined by rising track and field standout...
More Than the Measure: Summer Skyy Mosley on Faith, Identity and the Athlete Journey
What defines an elite athlete—the records they set, the championships they win, or who they become along the way?This week on Sports Without Borders, Mark Mancini and Karla Vasquez are joined by collegiate track and field standout...
Your Body Is Your First Gym: Fitness Without Borders
What if getting fit didn't require an expensive gym membership, high-end equipment, or even a gym at all?On this edition of Sports Without Borders, Mark Mancini and Karla Vasquez explore the changing world of fitness—from the grow...
It's Never Too Late: Nancy Matter on Reinvention, Racing & Relentless Passion
Some careers follow a straight line. Nancy Matter's never did.This week on Sports Without Borders, Mark Mancini and Karla Vazquez welcome professional drag racer Nancy Matter, whose remarkable career has taken her from the ...
The Legacy of Jim Murray: Linda McCoy-Murray on Great Sports Journalism
Legendary sports columnist Jim Murray helped shape modern sports journalism through his award-winning storytelling, wit, and unwavering commitment to excellence. His influence continues today through the work of the Jim Murray Memorial Foundati...
Driving Opportunity: Carmen Carter on Motorsports, STEM, and Building the Next Generation
What does it take to build a career in sports when you're not the one competing on the field—or on the track?This week on Sports Without Borders, hosts Mark Mancini and Karla Vazquez welcome Carmen Carter, Fou...
Engineering Your Own Legacy: Harold Michael Martin II on Family, Leadership & Building a Career
Every successful company has a next generation of leaders, but earning your place isn't always as simple as joining the family business.This week on Sports Without Borders, hosts Mark Mancini and Karla Vazquez welcom...
Betting on Yourself: Blake Grayson on Independent Wrestling, Branding & the Business of Sports
Success in sports isn't always built under the brightest lights.This week on Sports Without Borders, Mark Mancini and Karla Vazquez welcome independent professional wrestler Blake "The One" Grayson, who shares what it takes...
Building Strength: Junda Morris on Growing Africa's Sports and Fitness Future
Africa is rapidly emerging as one of the world's most exciting sports markets, and this week on Sports Without Borders, hosts Mark Mancini and Karla Vazquez explore why.Featured guest Junda Morris, founder of the Liberia ...
The Future of Football: Will Wilkes & John Phillips on Flag Football, Innovation, and What's Next
Football is evolving—and the future may look very different from the game we know today.This week on Sports Without Borders, hosts Mark Mancini and Karla Vazquez welcome Will Wilkes, Chief Operating Officer of...
Can Independent Sports Networks Change the Game? Alex Hamer on the Future of Sports Media
This week on Sports Without Borders, hosts Mark Mancini and Karla Vazquez explore the rapidly changing world of sports media and the opportunities being created by streaming, digital platforms, and independent networks....
Inside Angel City FC: Alexyz Liggins on Sports Communications
Women's sports are experiencing unprecedented growth, and with that growth comes new opportunities for the next generation of sports professionals.This week on Sports Without Borders, Mark Mancini and Karla Vazquez discuss the rise of wo...
Life After the Game: Reinvention, Resilience, and the Athlete Journey with Kurt David
What happens when an athlete's playing career comes to an unexpected end?This week on Sports Without Borders, hosts Mark Mancini and Karla Vazquez welcome former professional basketball player, Emmy Award-winning television host, author,...
Breaking Barriers: Alexis Hastings on Baseball, Resilience, and Opportunity
This week on Sports Without Borders, co-host Karla Vazquez sits down with former UConn standout and professional baseball player Alexis Hastings for an inspiring conversation about perseverance, opportunity, and the changing landscape of sports...
Beyond The Game: Sports Law, Branding & Athlete Power
This week on Sports Without Borders, we sit down with attorney and sports agent Ashley “Lee” Johnson, founder of the Lee Johnson Agency, to discuss the rapidly changing business of sports. From NIL deals and athlete branding to entreprene...
Sports, Business & The Future of the Industry
This week on Sports Without Borders, Mark Mancini and Karla Vazquez break down how the sports industry is rapidly evolving both on and off the field. From NIL and athlete branding to streaming, social media, and the global growth of sp...
Who Controls the Sports Narrative?
Hosts Mark Mancini and Karla Vazquez examine how modern sports media, business, and culture are reshaping the way fans experience sports. From the growing influence of sports documentaries and athlete-controlled storytelling to debates surround...
Parity, Power, and the Price of Modern Sports
In Episode 4 of Sports Without Borders, Karla Vazquez joins as co-host, bringing a new voice and perspective to a conversation centered on the evolving balance between competition and business in sports.The show begins with Quic...
Athletes, Content, and the Changing Game
In Episode 3 of Sports Without Borders, co-host Kendal Mensah leads a dynamic conversation on how sports culture is evolving both on and off the field.The episode opens with Quick Hits, reacting to major headlines including NFL ...
Agents, Comebacks & Controversy: Inside Sports with Justin Valletta
In Episode 2 of Sports Without Borders, the conversation goes beyond the headlines as we dive into the business, drama, and future of sports.This week’s featured guest is MLB agent Justin Valletta of Premier Talent Sports...
From Pro Swimmer to Sports Reporter | Yunni Lee’s Journey | SWB One-Hour Premiere
Sports Without Borders launches its new one-hour format with a powerful personal story and a global perspective on sports.In this premiere episode, the show expands into its new radio format—bringing faster-paced headlines, deep...