From the SportsCenter desk to speaking her truth fearlessly!
Former iconic ESPN broadcaster Sage Steele (longtime SportsCenter anchor, NBA Countdown host, The Sage Steele Show podcast) joins David A.R. White (God’s Not Dead, Pure Flix) for a bold, inspiring, and unfiltered episode of The White House Pod – Dare to Dream!
Sage gets real about:
Her 16-year ESPN journey: Hosting Super Bowls, NBA Finals, The Masters & unforgettable live moments
The 2021 controversy: Vaccine mandates, free speech, the suspension, lawsuit, and why she walked away stronger
How deep faith in God carried her through the storm and guides her every day
Life after ESPN: Launching The Sage Steele Show (deep dives with athletes, comedians, politicians & more)
Being a mom of 3, Army brat roots, and balancing family with a high-profile career
Speaking out on culture, freedom, and daring to stand firm when it counts
If you love raw comeback stories, sports broadcasting legends, powerful faith testimonies, or just straight-talk motivation – this episode will fire you up and leave you cheering!
Timestamps:
00:00 – Sage’s powerhouse intro & laughs with David
02:20 – Army brat life & breaking into sports broadcasting
08:40 – Glory days anchoring SportsCenter & NBA Countdown
14:10 – The 2021 controversy & standing for truth
20:30 – Lawsuit, leaving ESPN & the freedom that followed
27:15 – How faith in God was her anchor through it all
34:50 – Launching The Sage Steele Show & new chapter
41:20 – Mom life, family & what’s next in 2025
47:00 – Rapid-fire: Favorite sports moment, dare to dream advice
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