“Vulnerability is a superpower. To be vulnerable builds trust, reliability, and it deepens connections.” – Kylie Lynch
Ten episodes in, 4TG has already sparked raw, inspiring conversations with athletes, coaches, and changemakers in women’s sport. For this special solo episode, host Kylie Lynch reflects on the biggest themes and lessons from those first 10 episodes, covering vulnerability, leadership, mindset, identity, and the future of women’s sport.
From ACL recoveries to breaking down perfectionism, from redefining leadership to calling out sexism, this episode is a reminder of why women’s voices in sport matter and how we can all help build safer, more inclusive communities.

What We Cover

*Vulnerability as a Superpower – Why opening up deepens trust, connection, and community.

*Self-Worth Beyond Sport – Learning to separate your identity from your athletic performance.

*Authentic Leadership – Different leadership styles and the power of empathy in sport.

*Mindset Training – Why you must train your mind like your body to achieve true potential.

*The Growth of Women’s Sport – Opportunities, challenges, and why male allies matter more than ever.

Why Listen

• Hear Kylie’s biggest reflections from 10 powerful guest conversations.
• Gain practical takeaways you can use in sport, leadership, and life.
• Understand why women’s sport is at a turning point—and what needs to change.
• Learn how vulnerability and mindset can transform performance and wellbeing.

Key Takeaways

• Vulnerability builds community – Opening up creates space for others to do the same.
• Identity ≠ performance – Athletes are more than their sporting results
• Leadership is diverse – Quiet, relational leadership can be just as powerful as assertive styles.
• Mindset fuels success – Detachment, resilience, and belief are essential tools.
• Women’s sport is growing – But progress relies on inclusivity, equality, and allyship.

Timestamps

00:00 – Welcome to 11 episodes in
01:20 – The first theme: vulnerability as a superpower
06:50 – Lessons from guests: Kate McCarthy, Fiona Sanford, Haley Campbell, Robbie Turnbull
10:45 – Reflection two: self-worth beyond the game
14:40 – Mental health and identity in sport
19:20 – Leadership looks different for everyone
25:40 – Training your mindset like your body
35:20 – Women’s sport is growing, but we need allies
40:00 – Why girls drop out of sport—and how to change it
42:20 – Kylie’s final reflections and call to action
*Fuel your game the right way - Younify Active is offering 4TG listeners 10% off their high-quality supplements designed for athletes. Grab yours here 👉 Younify Active (https://younifyactive.com/)

Keep the Conversation Going

Follow 4TG on Instagram @4TG_podcast and share your own takeaways from this episode.

If this resonated with you, subscribe, leave a five-star review, and send it to a friend who believes in the power of women’s sport.

This episode was produced by The 32 Collective. Thinking about starting your own podcast or need support managing one? Come say hi on Instagram @the32collective_