Pre-Zero Sports Talk
Welcome to Pre-Zero Sports Talk, where sports, leadership, community, and progress intersect. Hosted by Sid Bensalah, a seasoned professional with over 25 years of experience in the sports industry, this podcast isn’t about preaching or claiming to have all the answers. Instead, it’s a platform for honest, thought-provoking conversations exploring how to create positive, actionable change in and through sports.
Born from a passion for progress, Pre-Zero Sports Talk explores the pressing topics shaping our world today—leadership, innovation, community impact, performance and well-being, regenerative agriculture, governance, and more. Each episode goes beyond the surface, engaging with trailblazers, changemakers, and thought leaders to uncover solutions and inspire new perspectives.
This is a space for real conversations with real people about real issues—conversations that challenge norms, break barriers, and spark action. Whether you're a sports enthusiast, industry leader, or someone seeking to make a difference, there’s a seat at the table for you.
Subscribe now to join a movement that informs, entertains, and empowers. Together, let’s redefine the role of sports in building a cleaner, safer, and more connected world—one episode at a time.
- Update frequency
- every 5 days
- Average duration
- 58 minutes
- Episodes
- 75
- Years Active
- 2023 - 2025
Building Sustainability: Lee Stewart’s Business Strategy Blueprint
In this episode of Pre-Zero Sports Talk, we sit down with sustainability expert Lee Stewart, the author of "How to Build Sustainability into Your Business Strategy." With over 20 years of experience …
Don't Greenwash or Gaslight; Be the Real Deal
In this episode of the Pre-Zero Sports Talk Podcast, Sid Bensalah welcomes John Lamy, a seasoned consultant and strategic thinker with a rich background in engineering and leadership. With an educati…
Championing Conservation: A Conversation with Harry Bailey.
In Episode #13, host Sid Bensalah sits down with Harry Bailey, the inspiring visionary behind 'Run for the Ranger.' At just 20 years old, Harry has faced significant medical challenges and has shown …
Empowering Change: The Kolisi Foundation's Impact.
Rachel Kolisi is the CEO and Co-Founder of the Kolisi Foundation. In this episode, she shares the transformative work her foundation is doing to tackle critical issues such as education, food securit…
Sustainable Sports Branding: Community and Conservation.
Join Sid Bensalah in this enlightening Pre-Zero Sports Talk Podcast episode as we delve into the significant yet often overlooked world of sports and event branding. Discover its profound impact on t…
In Conversation with SailGP: Racing Towards a Sustainable Future.
Join us as we embark on a voyage into the world of sailing with Fiona Morgan, the Chief Purpose Officer at SailGP.
This captivating Pre-Zero Sports Talk Podcast episode explores SailGP's groundbreaki…
Preserving Biodiversity: A Conversation with Vikram Krishna of Sacred Groves
In this episode, we embark on a compelling exploration of an innovative solution that stands at the forefront of biodiversity conservation. With organisations worldwide embracing carbon offsetting, w…
Looking Back and Ahead with Pre-Zero Sports Talk
Join Sid Bensalah, the passionate host of Pre-Zero Sports Talk, as he navigates through the impactful episodes of Season 01 and sets the stage for the exciting Season 02 ahead. Discover the sparks t…
Strawberry Hotels - Pioneering Sustainability in the Hospitality Landscape.
In this final episode#07 of Season #01 of the Pre-Zero Sports Talk, our host, Sid Bensalah, discussed the importance of sustainability in the hospitality industry with special guests Mari Sandrup, th…
From Passion to Purpose: Tripulse's Path to Fitness, Sustainability, and Community.
Welcome to another captivating episode of "Pre-Zero Sports Talk," the podcast that explores the fascinating intersection of Sports, Events, Innovation, and Sustainability.
In this episode, we have th…
Driving Sustainable Change in Hockey: Exploring FIH's Commitment to a Greener Future.
Welcome to "Pre-Zero Sports Talk," where we dive deep into the intersection of sports, innovation, and sustainability.
In this groundbreaking episode, we are privileged to engage in a thought-provoki…
The Impact of Climate Change on Sports and Athlete Activism for Sustainability.
Prepare for an extraordinary episode filled with passion, resilience, and triumph as we welcome our exceptional guest, Philippe Marquis, an Olympic athlete and coach. Philippe's story is a testament …
From Waste to Wear: The Story of REFLO's Sustainable Activewear.
In today's episode of Pre-Zero Sports Talk. We spoke with Rory MacFadyen, Co-founder of REFLO sustainable activewear.
We covered much ground, from how REFLO got started to the production process, his…
Sustainable Sports Events: Eco-Friendly Equipment & Branding
In our second episode, we had the pleasure of hosting Neil Hamp-Adams, an experienced designer and marketer with over 27 years of expertise in the events industry. The topic of discussion was Eco-Fri…
Carbon-Neutral Sports: The Future of Sports Sustainability
In this first episode of the Pre-Zero Sports Talk Show, we discussed the future of sports sustainability and the importance of achieving carbon-neutral sports with Paul Coleman, Co-founder of Fan Mob…