Born To The Game Podcast

What if some of the hardest lessons in life could have been avoided if someone had simply talked to us about them sooner? This week Mariah and Temara get honest about the things they wish they understood earlier — from knowing when to speak up and when to stop explaining yourself, to setting boundaries, letting go of people who no longer align with you, and resisting the urge to fix or chang...

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Tera Crews knows what it's like to inherit a legendary name — and still have to prove you belong outside of it. In this episode of Born to the Game, Tera, daughter of Terry Crews, opens up about growing up Crews, from being on set for White Chicks and Everybody Hates Chris to getting trampled by fans and feeling hyper-aware any time her dad gets recognized. She talks about what it was really...

Jeffrey Osborne Jr. knows what it’s like to inherit a legendary name — and still feel the need to prove you belong. In this episode of Born to the Game, Jeffrey opens up about growing up as the son of R&B icon Jeffrey Osborne, why he often introduces himself simply as “Jeff,” and the complicated truth about having a famous parent while trying to build an identity and ca...

What does it take to keep showing up for your family after unimaginable loss? Shaya Bryant — daughter of NBA and European league legend Joe "Jellybean" Bryant and sister of Kobe Bryant — returns for Part 2 of her deeply personal conversation with Born To The Game, going even deeper into grief, healing, and legacy. In this episode, Shaya opens up about: Losing seven family members in si...

What's it really like growing up as the daughter of an NBA player and the sister of a global icon? Shaya Bryant — daughter of NBA and European league legend Joe "Jellybean" Bryant, and sister of Kobe Bryant — joins Born To The Game for Part 1 of a deeply personal two-part conversation about family, legacy, identity, and life behind the fame. In this episode, Shaya opens up about: Growi...

What does it mean to hold space for celebration, grief, community health, and legacy all in one week? Host Mariah Woodson flies solo this episode — Tamara Peyton couldn't make the trip — to reflect on a jam-packed week at NBA Summer League in Las Vegas. Mariah walks through the events, moments, and conversations that shaped her week, including: Attending the NBA Legends Annual Event an...

What does it mean to carry your family’s legacy while building an identity of your own? Iyana Halley and Manny Halley Jr. — siblings raised around music, acting, television, and entertainment — join hosts Mariah Woodson and Tamera Peyton for a candid conversation about family, grief, identity, motherhood, and finding your own path in the industry. The siblings reflect on growing...

What happens when a reality TV moment becomes one of the most precious memories you have left? Allison Mathis Jones — daughter of legendary Atlanta attorney and civic leader Charles Mathis and a familiar face from MTV's My Super Sweet 16 — joins hosts Mariah Woodson and Tamara Peyton for a candid, layered conversation about identity, legacy, grief, and what it truly means to have it al...

In this special episode of Born to the Game - Summer League Rewind, we revisit our conversation with Jazmin Erving — daughter of NBA legend Julius "Dr. J" Erving — joins hosts Mariah Woodson and Tamara Peyton to talk about growing up in the shadow of one of sport's most beloved figures, navigating the assumptions and pressures that came with the name, and how she became the first Black...

In this special episode of Born to the Game - Summer League Rewind, we revisit our conversation with Zeke Thomas — DJ, activist, and son of NBA Hall of Famer Isiah Thomas. Zeke joined hosts Mariah Woodson and Tamara Peyton live at NBA Summer League 2025 to talk about growing up in the shadow of one of basketball's greatest legends, carving his own identity, and using his platform to fight fo...

Teddy Pendergrass was a legendary singer and songwriter from the 60s and 70s that attracted the attention of women world wide. But when one of the closest women to him is murdered, and then he suffers a near fatal accident years later.. Are people wrong to suggest that the two may be connected? JOIN US as we discuss Teddy Pendegrass and the murder of Taaz Lang. RIP to the victims 💔 Black True Cri...

In this episode of Born to the Game, Alexis Polynice, daughter of 15-year NBA veteran Olden Polynice, opens up about growing up inside professional basketball culture and the unexpected ways her father's career shaped her identity, relationships, and professional path. Olden Polynice's basketball journey was remarkable — born in Port-au-Prince, Haiti, he played center for the Seattle SuperSo...

🎙️ Born to the Game — Mike Woodson, Mariah Woodson, Olden Polynice & Alexis Polynice NBA Fatherhood, Family Legacy & Old-School Basketball Stories What happens when two NBA fathers sit down with their daughters to talk legacy, family, basketball, and the stories fans never get to hear? In this special episode of Born to the Game, we bring together two father-daughter duos: Mariah Woo...

🎙️ Born to the Game — Father’s Day Special Fatherhood, Family, Rest, Legacy & Celebrating the Men Who Show Up In this special Father’s Day episode of Born to the Game, Mariah Woodson and Temara Payton switch things up for a heartfelt, funny, and honest catch-up conversation about life lately, the need to reset, the pressure to always be busy, cooking as a form of peace, and t...

🎙️ Born to the Game — Zach Woolridge Orlando Woolridge’s Legacy, Life After Loss & Building a Name of His Own What does it mean to grow up as the son of an NBA star whose career stretched from Notre Dame to the Chicago Bulls, New Jersey Nets, Los Angeles Lakers, and beyond — while still learning how to define yourself outside of the game? In this episode of Born to the Game ,...

Description: 🎙️ Born to the Game — Jade Johnson NBA Legacy, Finding Her Voice & Building a Creative Empire Beyond the Game What does it mean to grow up inside NBA culture — surrounded by greatness, discipline, expectation, and legacy — while still learning how to become fully yourself? In this episode of Born to the Game , Jade Johnson, daughter of NBA standout and Phoenix Su...

🎙️ Born to the Game — Danielle Tisdale Wayman Tisdale’s Legacy, Life After Loss & Carrying Joy Forward What does it mean to grow up as the daughter of someone who was not only an NBA star, but also a beloved jazz musician, devoted father, and constant source of joy? In this episode of Born to the Game , Danielle Tisdale , daughter of the late Wayman Tisdale , opens up about growing...

🎙️ Born to the Game — Asia Monet Ray Childhood Fame, Dance Moms & Finding Your Voice Beyond Perfection What does it mean to grow up in the spotlight before you are old enough to fully understand it—and still become your own person beyond the stage? In this episode of Born to the Game , Asia Monet Ray—singer, dancer, actress, and daughter of bodybuilding legend Shawn Ray&mdash...

🎙️ Born to the Game — Jessica & Justin Johnson of The Serving Spoon Legacy, Community & Carrying Forward an Inglewood Institution What does it mean to inherit more than a family business — to inherit a cultural landmark that an entire city calls home? In this episode of Born to the Game, Jessica Bane and Justin Johnson, owners of the legendary Serving Spoon in Inglewood, share...

🎙️ Born to the Game — Kajun Russell Legacy, Identity & Building Your Own Path Beyond the Game What does it mean to grow up in the shadow of one of the NBA’s most intense eras—and still carve out your own identity beyond it? In this episode of Born to the Game, Kajun Russell—entrepreneur, creative, and co-founder of Tuff Crowd—opens up about growing up as the daugh...

  🎙️  Born to the Game — Lucky Rose Kyles Legacy, Identity & Finding Your Own Voice Beyond Fame What does it mean to grow up with one of the most recognizable comedians in the world—and still have to discover who you are beyond it? In this episode of Born to the Game , Lucky Rose Kyles—founder of Pretty Lucky Lips and daughter of legendary comedian Cedric the Entert...

🎙️ Born to the Game — 1 Month In The Grind, The Growth & The Vision | Season 2 Recap What happens when you stop waiting for the “right time” and just go for it? In this special recap episode of Born to the Game , hosts Mariah Woodson and Temara Payton take a step back to reflect on the first month of Season 2—what they’ve built, what they’ve learned, and wha...

🎙️ Born to the Game — Deborah Joy Winans Faith, Legacy & Choosing Your Own Path | The Winans Family Story What does it mean to come from one of the most influential families in gospel history—and still carve your own identity? In this powerful episode of Born to the Game , Deborah Joy Winans—actress ( Greenleaf ), storyteller, and daughter of gospel legend Carvin Winans&mdash...

🎙️ Born to the Game — Kylee Evans (Recap Episode) Presence, Storytelling & Being “Up Next” What happens when raw talent meets authenticity, presence, and purpose? In this recap episode of Born to the Game , Mariah Woodson and Temara Payton reflect on their unforgettable conversation with Kylee Evans—an emerging creative force whose storytelling, energy, and vision left...