You Only Die Twice

Unfiltered stories of athlete transition through perseverance, challenges, success, & the mission of finding a new purpose.

You Only Die Twice is a education podcast hosted by Unknown Host, with 30 episodes on record and a Required Pod Score of 80. PitchCentric scores this show on Booking Probability, Listen Score, and live audience signals refreshed every 24 hours.

Unknown Host hosts You Only Die Twice, a education show with 30 episodes published.

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  Episode #35

  Athlete Skills Built My Journalism Career | Donnovan Bennett | YODT EP THIRTY FIVE

  Feb 26, 20261h 24mS3

  Former athlete turned respected voice in sports media, Donnovan Bennett shares the real story behind his journey — from playing football at Western to carving out a space in one of the most competitive industries in Canada.In this conversation, we dive into identity beyond the jersey, the grind it took to break into sports media, and the behind-the-scenes realities most fans never see. Donnovan opens up about how lessons from the locker room — discipline, preparation, resilience, and teamwork — became the foundation of his journalism career.This isn’t just a sports conversation. It’s about betting on yourself, building transferable skills, and understanding how who you are shapes what you become.If you’re an athlete thinking about life after sport, a creative trying to break into media, or someone navigating your own transition — this episode is for you.Subscribe for more conversations at the intersection of sport, culture, and personal growth.

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  Episode #34

  She Built Canada’s First Women’s Pro Basketball League… From Nothing | Keesa K | YODT EP THIRTY FOUR

  Feb 12, 20261h 4mS3

  In this episode, we sit down with Nakissa “Keesa K” Koomalsingh — founder and CEO of HOOPQUEENS and the visionary behind Canada’s first paid women’s basketball league.What started as frustration from lived experience quickly became a movement. After seeing the gaps, barriers, and lack of opportunity for women athletes, Keesa didn’t wait for change… she built it. HOOPQUEENS has grown into more than a league — it’s a full ecosystem supporting girls and women from youth development all the way to the pro level, on and off the court.We talk about the moment that forced her to pivot, the reality of women’s sports in Canada, building community, confidence, mentorship, and why creating your own space can be more powerful than fighting for a seat at someone else’s table.This is a conversation about sport, leadership, resilience, and redefining what opportunity looks like.Subscribe for more conversations with athletes, creators, and people building culture from the ground up.

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  Episode #33

  How Athletes Can Start Creating Content (Even Without Experience) | Aryan Sharma | YODT EP 33

  Jan 30, 202644 minS3

  In this episode, we sit down with Aryan Sharma, a former Western University basketball player and CEBL draftee, to talk about life after sport — and why content creation is becoming a natural next chapter for athletes.Aryan played four collegiate seasons at Western University, appearing in 101 games and helping lead the program to an OUA second-place finish and a U SPORTS semifinal. He posted a career-high 37 points against Laurentian, grabbed 13 rebounds versus Nipissing, and was later selected second overall by the Montréal Alliance in the 2023 CEBL U SPORTS Draft. Off the court, he was also recognized with the Dr. Craig Boydell Award for Academic Excellence & Community Service.Since stepping away from competitive basketball, Aryan has shifted his focus to building an audience online. While he’s had viral moments across short-form platforms, his real edge lies in understanding how to grow, engage, and monetize smaller, highly connected audiences — especially for creators who don’t aspire to chase a million followers.This conversation explores:- How athletes can transition their competitive mindset into content creation- The identity shift that comes with leaving sport- Why small audiences can be more powerful (and profitable) than massive ones- How to build trust, community, and consistency onlineWhether you’re an athlete navigating life after sport, a creator just getting started, or someone looking to build something meaningful online, this episode offers a grounded, honest look at the journey.

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  Episode #32

  The Greatest Canadian Basketball Player You’ve Never Heard Of | Carl English | YODT EP THIRTY TWO

  Jan 15, 20261h 46mS3

  How does someone from a town of just 20 people in Newfoundland end up sharing the court with LeBron James, Kobe Bryant, and the U.S. Dream Team?In this episode, we sit down with Carl English — one of the most accomplished and overlooked players in Canadian basketball history. From growing up in one of the smallest communities in the country to becoming a national champion, elite scorer, and international professional, Carl’s journey is a masterclass in belief, resilience, and outworking expectations.Carl takes us behind the scenes of what it really takes to reach the highest levels of basketball — the pressure, the sacrifice, the mental battles, and the moments that defined his career. He opens up about what it was like to compete against the world’s best, represent Canada on the global stage, and navigate life when basketball is no longer your entire identity.This isn’t just a basketball story.It’s a story about chasing something bigger than where you come from — and proving that greatness can come from anywhere.Whether you’re a hooper, a sports fan, or someone trying to build something of your own, Carl’s story will change the way you think about what’s possible.In this episode:• Growing up in a tiny Newfoundland town• Becoming a national champion and elite scorer• Playing professionally around the world• Facing legends like LeBron, Kobe & Team USA• The mental side of chasing greatness• Life after basketball

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  Episode #31

  Dillon Brooks' Trainer Shares All | David Tyndale | YODT EP THIRTY ONE

  Dec 18, 20251h 24mS3

  A talent like David didn’t go D1. After injury cut his career short, he built something from the ground up instead. @justbe_dt answers what happens (and who you become) when the dream changes. #YouOnlyDieTwice

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