Still an Athlete

In this raw and reflective solo episode, I’m pausing to take it all in. With the finale of Still an Athlete just around the corner, I wanted to talk to you! The ones who’ve been listening, sharing, growing right alongside me. I open up about what this journey has meant, how much has changed since episode one, and the identity shifts that come when you finally bet on yourself. Let’s take a breath t...

In this raw and reflective Juneteenth episode, I freestyle a few thoughts on the legendary Tommie Smith — the Olympic gold medalist who risked it all to raise his fist for justice in 1968. This isn’t just history — it’s a reminder that athletes have always had power far beyond the scoreboard. From the podium to the protest line, this is why Still an Athlete exists. 🎧 Listen now to honor the legac...

Fresh off the American Black Film Festival all-white party (yes, I’m a little tipsy 😅), I had a moment lol. In this impromptu riff, I reflect on how far I’ve come since leaving basketball… and how I’ve fallen in love with the life I’m building now. This episode wasn’t planned, but the gratitude is real. If you’re questioning your purpose after sport or wondering if you’ll ever find something you...

What really happens in the mind of an athlete when the game ends? In this episode, we’re joined by Michael Inglis, a qualified sport and performance psychologist and co-founder of The Mind Room, who has worked with Olympic athletes, elite professionals, and everyday performers navigating high-pressure environments. For athletes trying to find themselves outside of their sport, this conversation is...

What grounds you while you're playing when the game no longer does? In this powerful episode, former professional basketball player Marissa Kastanek opens up about the role of faith, community, and identity during her playing career — and what guided her when that chapter came to a close. From creating a Christian fellowship group for athletes during her overseas pro career, to now mentoring other...

What does it look like to start building your next chapter before your athletic career ends? In this episode, Dominique sits down with professional basketball player and entrepreneur Sarah Sagerer to talk about what it really takes to create purpose and stability outside of sports — while still playing. From tearing her ACL right before turning pro, to launching a sock company, running training ca...

In this Mother’s Day Special of Still an Athlete, host Dominique Wilson sits down with longtime friend and former pro baller Nikki Baize (formerly Nikki Dixon). From their AAU days in Georgia to navigating adulthood, motherhood, and entrepreneurship — this is a conversation full of heart, hustle, and hard-earned wisdom. Nikki opens up about her transition from elite athlete to interior designer, r...

What happens when the game ends — but the spotlight stays on? In this episode of Still an Athlete, Alexia Adams shares her powerful journey from competitive basketball to podcasting, reality TV, and full-blown mogul moves. We talk about identity, purpose, the pressure of visibility, and what it means to redefine success after sport. 🎙️ From the court to The Reality Table, Alexia proves that when y...

This conversation was meant to close out Autism Acceptance Month — but its message is just as powerful as we step into Mental Health Awareness Month. What does it mean to lose your identity, find your voice, and transform pain into purpose? In this episode, Ashley Elise White — an autistic woman, former athlete, and creative force — shares her extraordinary journey from being overlooked and bullie...

When a career-ending injury took Cidni’s track dreams away, she was forced to face the ultimate question: Who am I without my sport? In this honest and powerful conversation, Cidni opens up about navigating identity loss, finding purpose beyond the finish line, and how life’s toughest moments can reveal your true calling. Plus — the song you heard in today’s episode will be dropping on streaming p...

You spent years introducing yourself as an athlete. But what happens when that’s no longer your title? In this raw, empowering first episode, we tackle the #1 struggle every former athlete faces: losing your identity when the game ends. We’ll break down: 🔥 Why retirement feels like a grief cycle (and how to move through it) 🏆 The 3 transferable skills you’re overlooking (that give you a massive...