Naked Sports with Cari Champion

Younger women who weren’t born or active during a time when abortion was legal, don’t have a reference to the pre-Roe vs Wade era. But what is it? What is Roe vs Wade and why is overturning it causing such an upset? Roe v. Wade is the name of the lawsuit that led to the landmark 1973 U.S. Supreme Court decision establishing a constitutional right to abortion in the United States. ...

In the second half of this interview with Brandon Marshall, we learn more about Marshall’s personal evolution as a man. He expounds on his steps toward healing and how they inspired his platform on mental health and wellness.  Share your story with us  @nakedwithcarichampion Connect @CariChampion   @bmarshall Learn More: IAmAthleteTV.com See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy...

This week is the upcoming 2022 NFL draft, so of course, the topic for discussion is, "football." Joining us today is Brandon Marshall who gets Naked about his time in the league and in media as a journalist. After five years of not taking interviews, Marshall recently speaks with Colin Kaepernick on his show "I AM Athlete" about his hope to return back to the league. The debate is will it happen a...

On this episode of Naked, Taj George (SWV) walks us through her experience of the music industry in the 90s, her battles with self-esteem, and what really went down on Versus. Share your R&B story from the ’90s with us @nakedwithcarichampion Connect @CariChampion @TajGeorge See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The undrafted hero on the court keeps the temperament in the locker room and exemplifies his position as a "power forward". Udonis Haslem approaches a milestone of twenty years in the league and as we know that is not an easy feat to accomplish. In this episode of Naked, Haslem expounds on the drama on and off the court over the years, his upcoming retirement, and his investments outside of the ga...

In this premiere episode of Season 2, we return with the incomparable Omar Epps. The spectrum of topics ranges from; his first film at seventeen, finding his wife, his experiences with Sidney Poitier and 2Pac, the teachable moment that was the 2022 Oscars incident, and his upcoming film, “The Devil You Know”.  He is a quiet force and throughout his career has exemplified that art speaks louder and...

What better way to conclude Black History Month and the first season of NAKED than with a hip-hop legend. The Philadelphia-born hip-hop guardian moved to Los Angeles and became a bicoastal champion. Kurupt’s unique style was cultivated and influenced by the different environments which set him apart during the time when the east and west coast were seemingly at odds. As a veteran, he shares his co...

Before we get into the summary of today's episode. Cari announces her forthcoming show, "Speak Easy" scheduled to air on CNN Plus this Spring! We are excited and looking forward to sharing more details soon!  Today's episode highlights Amber Riley, singer, actress, and humble trailblazer. Amber walks us down her path to stardom, the beginning, and her goals moving forward! Share your story with us...

New York Times Bestselling author Luvvie Jones is a professional disruptor towards necessary change. Jones speaks with conviction and writes with a genuine pen that inspires and ignites thought. We start the conversation by discussing the quantifiable impact of “Share The Mic,” which had twenty billion impressions, created countless relationships, and redefined what allyship looks like in cultural...

If you have a list for your, "Top Five Most Beautiful Woman”, we can be pretty sure our next guest has made that list at some point in your life, but she wasn’t always this undeniable. In this episode, she will share stories from her childhood; where she had to overcome bullying, doubt, and racism with the power of her faith. Today, she transforms those moments into a relatable light to connect wi...

Bozoma Saint John wants more. She is the Chief Marketing Officer at Netflix, and Saint John didn’t get to where she is because it was easy, so with the armor of unabashed ambition, she is determined to go even farther. She is a disruptor who knows her power and has the foresight to make the sacrifices needed to build a legacy for tomorrow. In this episode, Cari and Bozoma kiki over trips to Cabo,...

Bresha Webb is from Baltimore and she will tell you proudly! In this episode, Webb shares her story of evolving and expanding beyond her humble beginnings and how EVERYTHING has changed. Growing up she always knew what career she gravitated towards, but after embracing comedy and now Directing her career is also changing. She embraces it all and lets her faith take the lead. Watch the Video: Think...

Veteran NBA player and analyst, Jalen Rose joins us on today's episode. We discuss the yesteryears; the unhealthy anger he carried as a young Jalen from the North West Side of Detroit, the Fab FIVE Era/the documentary, and the regrets of not winning more championships. Who doesn't know a child named, "Jalen" despite all odds he is inspiring and evolving.  Learn More: Jalen Rose Follow  @carichampi...

As we welcome the New Year, most of us reflect on yesteryears. We grew up with today’s guest who starred on one of the most impactful shows of its time for the culture. \Warner shares thoughts and memories working on, "The Cosby Show", experiences as a child star, and his poetry with us.  Learn More:  Malcolm Jamal Warner Follow  @carichampion   @MalcolmJamalWar Share your favorite part of the epi...

Estelle was introduced to the world after her successful release of, “American Boy”. On this episode, Estelle shares her step-by-step story on her road to destiny and finding solace being in and out of the music industry.  Follow @EstelleDarlings @CariChampion Share your favorite part of the show with us: @NakedwithCariChampion Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.c...

Laughter has the power to change a mood and the energy in a room. You never forget someone who can make you laugh. After college, Cedric the Entertainer chose the road to becoming a professional comedian. Fast forward 30+ years later, he is still going strong in the industry. In this episode, Cedric share’s his origin story and some of the highs and lows of his career. Learn More:  I AM Cedric Ced...

In a world where egos drive the idea of what defines a winner, Candace Parker walks in humble shoes. Her wins are not separated to stand alone apart from her team and the harsh lessons of loss. She has learned to turn the “disrespect” into a nonfactor by choosing self-care and preservation.  Candace speaks to her growth and battles on and off the court. She became an NBA analyst in 2019, and with...

Thirteen year’s NFL veteran, Malcolm Jenkins is changing his game and focusing on making an impact through the power dynamics of group economics. Jenkins elaborates on his entrepreneurial desires to expand outside of football and invest in generational wealth. Although he won’t take on the title of advocate, his efforts and willingness to speak out towards justice and facilitate wealth within his...

“Thank you for today, thank you for yesterday and if I am blessed enough to see it, thank you for tomorrow.” Tristan Mack Wilds started his career early in life and now as a father and a more seasoned actor - he has learned to be more present in the moment; whether with his daughter or within the daily lessons that teach him how to be a better actor. Wilds talks about his jarring experiences in th...

Growing up we all display innate talents and interests, as we get older we start to identify these talents. Actor Melvin Gregg was no different and once he identified what it was he made it a goal to be the best. Gregg shares his story on making it in Hollywood and his new celebrity relationships.  Stay connected @CariChampion @MelvinGregg Share your favorite part of the show with us: @nakedwithca...

Dawn Staley grew up in a very competitive household that prepared her for whatever the outside world would throw at her - but nothing could have readied her for being a female basketball player in the early ’90s. The WNBA was non-existent, players did not have many career opportunities to compete professionally, but Staley was determined. She played overseas, worked odd jobs, and kept her head in...

E-40 is one of the best-renowned artists on the West Coast. Hence the title of his forthcoming album, “Mount Westmore” with Snoop Dogg, Too Short, and Ice Cube representing the growth and impact of west coast hip hop, but the grit doesn’t quit with E-40. Beyond the music, he is a tech investor and a wine and spirit owner. The quiet hustle under his real name, Earl Stevens has solidified his longev...

Kim Coles found her way to connect with the world through laughter at a very young age, she jokes about using her humor as armor against being picked on. Coles is no longer “Living Single”, she found the love of her life during the pandemic in the arms of a great friend and is well on her way towards building her Kimpire! Get ready to laugh because this episode is filled with Cole’s witty charm, l...

Dan Le Batard is an untethered fire-starter with or without the confines of a corporation. After leaving ESPN and becoming a podcast host continuing as an uncomfortable journalist empowered to make messes, he expresses to Cari how important it is to make the status quo uncomfortable. In today’s episode the two former ESPN employee’s share stories of their past lives and the value and challenges of...

In this divisive world that we live in, you don’t have to be rich or a celebrity; but you have to be willing to do simple and small acts of kindness. In this episode, Cari addresses some comments about Barak Obama’s ethnicity and how to lead as a mentor. After Cari gets NAKED over the divisive rhetoric that lives on the fictitious land of Twitter, she introduces us to Karla Welch, who shares a sto...