{"version":"1.0","type":"rich","provider_name":"Acast","provider_url":"https://acast.com","height":250,"width":700,"html":"<iframe src=\"https://embed.acast.com/$/65ea7cce176cc40016d85400/66286c7f65481e001249c1dc?\" frameBorder=\"0\" width=\"700\" height=\"250\"></iframe>","title":"MJ Acosta-Ruiz: NFL Host on Breaking Barriers & Embracing the Journey ","thumbnail_width":200,"thumbnail_height":200,"thumbnail_url":"https://open-images.acast.com/shows/65ea7cce176cc40016d85400/1713924365503-dfb452efbc82ff0d43bd58d793bb7491.jpeg?height=200","description":"<p><strong>Summary</strong></p><p>MJ Acosta Ruiz, the first Afro-Latina woman host for the NFL, shares her journey in the broadcast industry and the challenges she faced as a woman and minority. She talks about her passion for performance and how it led her to the broadcast space. MJ also discusses her experience as an NFL cheerleader and the rigorous audition process. She emphasizes the importance of mentors and the support she received from her colleagues. MJ reflects on the highs and lows of her career and the resilience required to succeed. She also discusses her exploration of acting and the joy of surrendering and being vulnerable in that space. Finally, MJ shares her plans for the future and the importance of embracing her true self outside of her job.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Chapters</strong></p><p>00:00 Introduction and Background</p><p>02:20 Discovering the Broadcast Space</p><p>07:49 Challenges and Stigmas in the Sports Industry</p><p>16:23 The Importance of Fearlessness and Resolve</p><p>32:30 Re-examining Identity and Embracing the Journey</p><p>39:22 Advice for Younger Self and Embracing Authenticity</p><p><br></p>","author_name":"Julia Rae"}