Why do algorithms still favor men's sports despite record-breaking growth in women's athletics?
In short: Olympic rower and Google marketing executive Kate Johnson examines the disconnect between the surging popularity of women's sports and the persistent bias in digital discovery. This talk explores the systemic hurdles preventing equitable visibility and outlines the necessary shifts to finally level the playing field.
Despite unprecedented gains in attendance, global viewership, and revenue, women's sports continue to face a visibility gap. Kate Johnson, who oversees global marketing strategy for sports and entertainment at Google, argues that social media algorithms play a significant role in this imbalance by disproportionately prioritizing men's athletic content.
Recorded at TEDSports Indianapolis on September 10, 2025, the presentation dissects the mechanics behind this digital disparity. Johnson provides a professional perspective on how current platform structures influence public perception and offers a roadmap for achieving true parity in the sports media landscape.
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