From “Broke Surfer” to Beloved Sports Commentator with Selema Masekela

This week on Second Wind, Selema Masekela shares his incredible story of growing up as a child of immigrant parents to becoming a beloved and successful sports commentator.  Selema opens up about his personal struggles, triumphs, and the importance of representation in adventure sports. He discusses his journey navigating the challenges of being a Black man in a predominantly white-dominated field, as Marion relates with her own experiences of not seeing people like herself in certain spaces. However, Selema didn’t hold back as he explained the significance of breaking barriers and not asking for permission along the way. He believes his unique perspective has shaped his career in ways he couldn’t have imagined, and continues to share his insight with the youth through his organization - Stoked Mentoring. Additionally, Selema tells all about touring with Paul Simon, the beauty of traveling around the world instead of going to college and why DEI has become a taboo concept. Don't miss this powerful conversation about resilience and pushing boundaries. Follow us on Instagram and TikTok — @secondwindthepodcast & on YouTube @SecondWindPod Find Marion, Suzanne and Selema on Instagram too!