Ottawa, ON – The Sport Information Resource Centre (SIRC) is excited to launch its bilingual podcast series, Sport Intelligence: The Canadian Perspective and Intelligence sportive : la perspective canadienne today. These 2 innovative podcasts offer an all-access pass to the often unseen aspects of Canada’s dynamic sport sector, featuring engaging discussions and expert insights that highlight both the challenges and innovations shaping Canadian sports.
Sport Intelligence: The Canadian Perspective offers English-speaking audiences a deep dive into the work, research and strategies driving Canadian sports. Meanwhile, Intelligence sportive : la perspective canadienne is a French podcast offering French-Canadians conversations with Francophone leaders and experts that are shaping the sport landscape in Canada.
The first season kicks off with captivating topics that highlight the people and ideas shaping Canadian sport. Each episode features in-depth conversations with athletes, coaches, researchers, or experts, offering valuable insights with some intriguing facts along the way.
“We’re excited to offer two distinct podcasts that cater to the diverse sports community in Canada,” said Debra Gassewitz, SIRC’s CEO. “By providing both English and French content, we aim to engage, educate, and inspire sports enthusiasts across the country.”
Bringing their passion, expertise, and dynamic personalities to the mic, SIRC’s Kim Gurtler (VP Operations) and Paula Baker (Managing Editor) will be hosting the French and English podcasts. On the French side, Kim brings the perfect mix of energy and expertise. A bilingual sport leader, coach, and ringette enthusiast, Kim lights up the conversation with her passion for sport and deep knowledge of Canada’s national sport sector. Get ready for lively discussions and fresh insights into the latest sport trends, all delivered with Kim’s signature flair!
On the English side, Paula brings her wealth of experience as a journalist and managing editor of SIRC’s national content delivery. With a deep understanding of exercise physiology, Paula captivates listeners by seamlessly blending the worlds of sport and science, delivering compelling stories and insightful discussions that keep you hooked from start to finish.
Available on all major podcast platforms, Sport Intelligence: The Canadian Perspective and Intelligence sportive : la perspective canadienne offers an exciting opportunity for anyone passionate about Canadian sports to engage with fresh, relevant content.
For more information, visit SIRC’s new website: www.sirc.ca or contact info@sirc.ca. You can also find SIRC on LinkedIn, Instagram, Facebook, and X.
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About SIRC: The Sport Information Resource Centre is Canada’s leader in sport research and knowledge dissemination. SIRC collaborates with national and provincial sports organizations, academics, and industry professionals to support the development of Canadian sport through evidence-based insights and resources.