Season 1 of The Team Ignition Show pulled viewers into the heart of the action and the minds of the world’s most accomplished and fearless adventure athletes and risk-takers.
This December, the video podcast returns for an all-new season, reigniting the conversation with deeper stories, bigger personalities, and a new voice at the helm—the iconic Selema Masekela, most commonly known as “Sal” from his many years as the acclaimed host of the X Games. In this new venture, he’ll be hosting unfiltered conversations with some of the world’s most daring personalities.
A Unique Perspective
Selema’s colorful life and history makes him a natural fit to lead the show into its next campaign. He grew up in Southern California, and his father was the late South African jazz legend Hugh Masekela. Selema found adventure from the surfing hotspots of Cali and developed a spirited worldview from his father’s music. When he eventually made it to the role that he would be best known for – host of the X Games – he had a unique perspective that would make him an excellent ambassador of the eclectic mix of sports and athletes. In many cases, these were entirely new to a growing global audience of fans.
Today, he’s not only a host but a journalist, producer, and even a musician, with an album of his own as the recording artist Alekesam.
Drawing on a wide range of lived experiences, Selema brings depth and perspective to every conversation as he sits down with a diverse mix of thrill-seekers throughout the season. As he puts it, “Action sports have always fascinated me because the people in this world think differently, and this show gives us space to explore that unique inner drive.”
Episode Format
As a video-first podcast, the series gives viewers a front-row seat to the exhilarating worlds of the people it profiles, combining visual storytelling with compelling conversation. Each episode will have a format that lets fans not only learn about these bold athletes, but lets them see first-hand what it’s like to step into their wheelhouse.
Part 1 – The “Hero”
Each episode follows Selema as he dives headfirst into the world of an adventure athlete. From performing a double barrel roll in a stunt plane to soaring on a motorbike, he gets a fleeting—but revealing—glimpse into the precision, skill, and fearlessness these athletes have spent years perfecting.
Part 2 – The “Conversation”
Following the action, Selema delves into conversations with each athlete, uncovering what fuels their daring pursuits. How do they confront fear, embrace chaos, and keep returning to the edge? What motivates them to achieve feats that most could scarcely dream of? These conversations uncover the mindset behind feats that seem impossible.
Through these sessions, viewers also gain insight not only into what drives extreme sports athletes, but also how they navigate the very human challenges that come with their pursuits. The conversations explore how they celebrate victories, cope with setbacks, and face the physical and emotional tolls of pushing beyond limits.
A Global Journey Into the World of Extreme Adventure
Season 2 takes viewers on 12 adrenaline-fueled two-part episodes, kicking off in one of the world’s premier adventure destinations – Australia – where we explore aerobatic flying, freestyle motocross (FMX), parkour, and fire rescue.
Some episodes will feature legendary athletes, while others spotlight the rising stars pushing the limits of possibility. Throughout the season, Selema travels across the globe—from Australia to Europe to North America—to meet the world’s most fearless, thrill-seeking athletes and experience their extraordinary realities.
Season 2 Launch
Season 2 kicks off Monday, December 22nd with FMX star Jarryd McNeil. Catch the action on YouTube, or wherever you get your podcasts.
