The Rising Giant
The Rising Giant: incredible journeys behind features unique and inspirational stories of women football players who became professionals and are taking football to the next level.
Women from all over the world share their unique stories of their struggles and triumph in this beautiful game.
Follow along as history is being created and get inspired to follow your dreams.
Podcasting since 2023 • 34 episodes
The Rising Giant
Latest Episodes
#35 Dominika Čonč: From a Small Slovenian Town to Playing for the Europe's Biggest Clubs
Join the podcast host Dominika Čonč while she takes you through her journey of becoming a professional football player for some of the biggest clubs in the world. Through ups and downs, she has been following her dreams and carving at times a u...
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Episode 35
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52:45
#34 Heather O’Reilly: Winning Olympic Gold & World Cup with the USWNT, Hall of Fame, Dealing with the Competition & Retirement
Join the host Dominika Čonč as she sits down with World Cup winner, Olympic gold medalist, and US Women’s National Team legend Heather O’Reilly. Heather shares her journey from being a young fan in the stands to earning 231 caps for her country...
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Episode 34
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#33 Adrijana Mori: The Raw Reality of Multiple ACL Rehabs & the Return to Bundesliga Football
Join host Dominika Čonč as she talks with Adriana Mori about navigating repeated ACL tears, rebuilding her confidence, and finding joy in the game after thinking her career was over.
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Episode 33
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53:39
#32 Lara Prašnikar: The Highs, The Lows and Breaking Through
Join host Dominika Čonč as she sits down with Lara Prašnikar, who opens up about difficult periods in her career and how she found a way to trust herself again and return to peak performance.
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Episode 32
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45:37
#31 Adelina Engman: From a Small Island in Finland to Playing for Chelsea & Inspiring the Next Generation
Join host Dominika Čonč as she sits down with Finnish international Adelina Engman, who shares her journey from a small island in Finland to playing for top clubs in Sweden, England, France, and Italy, while opening up about injuries, resilienc...
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Episode 31
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52:23