Leo's Den

Leo's Den

A podcast with USA Rugby Sevens players, Naya Tapper and Ilona Maher, discussing every aspect of being a pro athlete from body confidence to dating to life on tour.

Episodes

Phaidra Knight: Breaking Barriers in Rugby and Beyond — A Journey of Power, Purpose & Perseverance

December 10, 2021 • 49 mins
In this intimate and inspiring episode, we sit down with Phaidra Knight — trailblazing rugby player, World Rugby Hall of Famer, attorney, coach, and entrepreneur — for a raw and personal conversation about her extraordinary life and career. From growing up in rural Georgia to becoming one of the most respected figures in international rugby, Phaidra shares the defining moments, struggles, and triumphs that shaped her path. Discover...
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Ilona Maher: The Real Price of Passion — Inside the Finances of Professional Rugby

November 26, 2021 • 39 mins
What does it really take — financially, emotionally, and personally — to chase your dreams in professional sport? In this intimate and revealing interview, Olympic rugby star Ilona Maher opens up about the financial realities of being a professional rugby player — from managing sponsorships and side hustles to navigating the challenges of earning a living in women’s sport. With honesty and humor, Ilona shares how she balances her c...
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Teammates & Truth: Ilona Maher, Naya Tapper, Nicole Heavirland & Jay Gray on The Finances of Friendship

November 12, 2021 • 43 mins
What happens when world-class athletes sit down to talk about something most people never do — money and friendship? In this deeply honest and refreshingly unfiltered episode, USA Rugby stars Ilona Maher, Naya Tapper, Nicole Heavirland, and Jay Gray open up about the realities of finances in professional sport, the pressures of success, and the complex balance between friendship and financial independence. From navigating sponsorsh...
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Unfiltered Power: Ilona Maher & Naya Tapper on Social Media, Authenticity, and the Game Beyond Rugby

October 29, 2021 • 46 mins
In this raw and revealing episode, USA Rugby stars Ilona Maher and Naya Tapper open up about the power, pressure, and purpose of social media in women’s sports. From navigating fame and criticism to staying authentic online, Ilona and Naya share what it really takes to balance being elite athletes, public figures, and role models. This deeply personal conversation explores the intersection of identity, confidence, and connection—on...
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Strong Minds, Strong Bodies: Ilona Maher & Naya Tapper on Mental Health, Pressure, and Power in Women’s Rugby

October 15, 2021 • 43 mins
In this deeply personal and empowering episode of Unfiltered Power, USA Rugby stars Ilona Maher and Naya Tapper open up about the realities behind the strength. From the outside, they’re fierce athletes and viral personalities—but behind the scenes, both women face the invisible battles of mental health, self-doubt, and emotional resilience in elite sport. Together, they break down how social media, expectations, and the constant p...
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Unfiltered Power: Ilona Maher & Naya Tapper — Inside the Tokyo Olympics and the Mental Game of Rugby

October 1, 2021 • 42 mins
Step inside the minds of two of USA Rugby’s most dynamic stars — Ilona Maher and Naya Tapper — as they open up about their life-changing journey to the Tokyo Olympics. In this deeply personal and introspective episode of Unfiltered Power, Ilona and Naya share the raw emotions, pressure, pride, and resilience behind representing Team USA on the world stage. From Olympic highs and heartbreaks to team chemistry, body image, social med...
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World Tour Warriors: Ilona Maher & Naya Tapper on Life Beyond the Rugby Field

April 16, 2021 • 45 mins
In this powerful and unfiltered episode of Unfiltered Power, USA Rugby stars Ilona Maher and Naya Tapper open up about the real life of professional athletes on the world stage. From the highs of international competition to the quiet moments between matches, they share what it truly means to live life on tour — the friendships, the fatigue, the freedom, and the fight to stay grounded while constantly on the move. Hear Ilona and Na...
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Fueling Greatness: Ilona Maher & Naya Tapper on Food, Flavor, and Fueling the Elite Athlete

April 2, 2021 • 46 mins
In this mouthwatering and deeply personal episode of Unfiltered Power, USA Rugby stars Ilona Maher and Naya Tapper dive into one of their favorite topics — food. From pre-match meals to guilty pleasures, from the science of nutrition for elite athletes to the comfort of a good home-cooked dish, Ilona and Naya reveal how what they eat shapes who they are — on and off the pitch. With humor, honesty, and heart, they open up about the ...
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Love, Locker Rooms & Life on the Field: Ilona Maher & Naya Tapper Get Real About Dating

March 19, 2021 • 47 mins
In this unfiltered and deeply personal episode of Unfiltered Power, USA Rugby stars Ilona Maher and Naya Tapper open up about one of the most relatable — yet rarely discussed — parts of being an elite athlete: dating while playing professional sport. From navigating relationships on the road to finding partners who understand the grind, Ilona and Naya share hilarious, heartfelt, and brutally honest insights into love, attraction, a...
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Breaking Barriers: Ilona Maher & Naya Tapper on Being a Black Woman in Sport

March 5, 2021 • 38 mins
In this powerful and deeply personal episode of Unfiltered Power, USA Rugby stars Ilona Maher and Naya Tapper open up about what it truly means to be Black women in professional sports. From navigating stereotypes to finding strength in representation, this intimate conversation dives into the realities of identity, visibility, and empowerment both on and off the field. Ilona and Naya share raw insights on breaking barriers, using ...
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Unshakable Confidence: Ilona Maher & Naya Tapper on Body Image, Power, and Self-Love

February 19, 2021 • 38 mins
In this raw and inspiring episode of Unfiltered Power, USA Rugby stars Ilona Maher and Naya Tapper open up about body confidence, self-image, and the powerful journey of embracing their bodies as elite female athletes. From breaking stereotypes in women’s rugby to finding strength in vulnerability, Ilona and Naya share personal stories that reveal the heart behind their confidence — and the struggles that shaped it. This intimate c...
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Beyond the Try Line: Ilona Maher & Naya Tapper on Life as Pro Rugby Players

February 5, 2021 • 20 mins
Step inside the world of elite rugby with USA Rugby stars Ilona Maher and Naya Tapper in this powerful and personal episode of Unfiltered Power. From the brutal training sessions to the quiet moments of self-doubt and triumph, Ilona and Naya open up about what it truly means to live as professional rugby players. They discuss the pressures of representing their country, finding balance off the field, building confidence, and breaki...
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