Sport Stories, Oddities And What Ifs Episodes

Does being a true fan mean always standing behind your team — or does being a fan also mean calling them out when they get it wrong? In this episode of True Fan True Opinions, Sue takes on a question every sports fan has probably wrestled with: Can you love your team and still criticize them? From bad trades and questionable coaching decisions to ownership, management, player performance and the choices that leave fans shaking their heads, we look at where loyalty ends and honest criticism begi...

How much pressure is too much when it comes to young athletes? Youth sports can build confidence, discipline and lifelong friendships—but the pressure to perform, win and keep playing can come at a cost. In this episode of True Fan True Opinions, Sue looks at the expectations placed on young athletes by coaches, parents, teams and even themselves. What happens when “push through it” becomes the norm? When does dedication cross the line into burnout, overtraining or playing through injuries th...

From bizarre pregame rituals and lucky routines to legendary sports curses, athletes, teams and fans have some seriously strange superstitions. In this episode of True Fan True Opinions | TFTO, Sue dives into the weird, obsessive and sometimes downright bizarre world of sport superstitions, curses and rituals. Why do athletes repeat the same routines? Why won't fans change seats during a winning streak? And can a curse really follow a team—or even an athlete—for years? We’re covering: 🏆...

Sports' Biggest What Ifs: Careers Cut Short by Injury What if one injury had never happened? Some of the greatest athletes in sports history saw their careers changed forever by injuries that came far too soon. In this episode of True Fan True Opinions, Sue looks back at some of the biggest "what ifs" in sports and explores how different leagues, championships, and legacies might have been if these stars had stayed healthy. From heartbreaking career-ending injuries to players whose primes wer...

Has being a sports fan changed over the last 30 years—or have we? In this episode of True Fan, True Opinions, Sue looks back at what it meant to be a sports fan in 1996 and compares it to the fan experience in 2026. From newspapers and highlight shows to social media, streaming, fantasy sports and 24/7 coverage, the way we follow our favourite teams has changed dramatically. But has all that access made sports more enjoyable... or has it made being a fan more exhausting? Join the conversation...

The GOAT Debate: Who Is the Greatest Athlete Ever? Who deserves to be called the greatest athlete of all time? In this episode of TFTO | True Fan True Opinions, Sue takes on one of the biggest debates in sports history. From legendary champions to once-in-a-generation talents, she compares athletes across different eras, sports, and countries to answer one impossible question: Who is the GOAT? Can you really compare Michael Jordan to Wayne Gretzky? Does Tom Brady's championship legacy outweig...