Naked Sports with Cari Champion

This is a special extended episode with one of the players that inspired Cari’s initial attraction to collegiate basketball. Grant Henry Hill is an American former professional basketball player who is a co-owner and executive of the Atlanta Hawks of the National Basketball Association. He joins us from his family’s home in the D.C. area to share stories of his upbringing, family, and long-lasting commitment to the game. Read: Game: An Autobiography Listen: Game: An Autobiography – The Audiobook Connect: @CariChampion @realGrantHillSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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 @carichampion @JalenRose Share your favorite part of the episode with us: @nakedwithcarichampionSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Creative control cannot be given to Katt Williams, he has and always had control. After releasing 11-self-produced specials, Williams releases his second collaborative production with Netflix entitled “World War III”.  Yes, this is a comedic special and yes you will laugh, but the topics/theme of misinformation breaking down the lies vs the truth are worthy of sparking conversation.  In addition, Katt shares; stories of mutual instrumental relationships throughout his life from, Stephen Curry, Tyronn Lue, and Prince and offers his opinions on the business of make-believe and how it plays out in “real” scenarios ie: the Oscars, the incident at the Hollywood Bowl with Dave Chappelle and Janet Jackson’s wardrobe malfunction.   After a few years of not hearing from Williams, he does not hold back on this episode. If you haven’t watched the latest special here is a juicy introduction to what Katt Williams has to say.  Connect  @KattWilliams @CariChampion Visit: Katt Williams World War IIISee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Is Amanda Seales misunderstood or is she just an unfiltered unapologetic loud voice, and you have to be informed on the topics before you can understand her critiques?  Seales is a Comedian and Common Sense Specialist and the creator of Smart, Funny & Black Radio. She gained her notoriety after making the radical decision to move across the country from New York to California and within four months was cast in HBO’s Insecure as Tiffany Dubois, she also explains how this character came to life. As she continues to grow her online community and within the public eye, it’s not without a little backlash but we have a feeling, she won’t go quietly into the night…in fact, she might just get louder and louder and LOUDER. Get informed: AmandaSeales.com Join Amanda Seales on Tour: Smart, Funny & Black Tickets Connect: @CariChampion @AmandaSealesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Van Lathan is an established host and media personality from Baton Rouge, Louisiana. At present, Van resides in Los Angeles and is developing both film and television projects. Lathan is the author of Fat, Crazy, and Tired: Tales from the Trenches of Transformation, Lathan explains in this episode why he wrote this book and how it helped him exercise some of his own demons. Van and Carrie have a heated discussion over the unbalanced attraction men and women have to power.  The Book: Fat, Crazy, and Tired: Tales from the Trenches of Transformation Connect: @VanLathan @CariChampion Share your thoughts: @NakedwithCariChampionSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Naked was started during the pandemic as a comfortable space for those to reveal their stories and thoughts openly.  As we conclude Season 2, we are excited to share some of our favorite moments and announce Season 3!!  Thank you for listening and we hope these were some of your favorite moments too!! Connect: @CariChampion @NakedwithCariChampionSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Tammy Rivera has been working consistently, hustling to make a way…her way.  Baltimore is not for the meek or the weak, so growing up Rivera had to “hold her own”.  There was no job she would shy away from and fast forward she speaks on how working those odd jobs inspired her current venture.  Despite the survival hustle she always knew singing was one of her ultimate goals and there was more for her along the path.  She followed her faith and heart, living and learning what works for her. Once the invitation for Love and Hip Hop was introduced it sparked the opportunity for her ultimate path to unravel. Learn More about Tammy’s Skin Care Kit: Be Care By T Rivera Connect: @CariChampion @charliesangelllSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Blessed to learn the easy way as the youngest of seven children, Miller had various examples to guide him toward success, despite his initial dream to become a professional athlete. Miller explains how his love for baseball prepared him for rejection in the industry of acting. In this episode, he shares his failures, his life hack for motivation, and how he defines success. Catch Omar Miller in his latest role on CBS's True Lies. Connect: @CariCHampion @OmarMillerSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Karyn Parson whom you may know as Hilary from the Fresh Prince of Bel-Air joins us to discuss her journey from actress, to a writer to reluctant activist.  After the show concluded her purpose started to unfold. Pardon created, Sweet Black Berry with the objective to bring little-known stories of African American achievements to children everywhere.  Parsons may not consider herself to be an activist but her mission is inspiring and helping to archive the many stories needed to be preserved and told. Connect: @CariChampion @KarynParsons Learn More: Sweet BlackberrySee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Some would say R&B is dead or at least dying, but our guest today is actively defying that statement. Kevin Ross is an American singer, award-winning songwriter, and producer from Washington, D.C. He is currently an independent R&B artist with two top 30 records on R&B radio making him the first independent artist to do so. Ross is dedicated to pushing the genre forward, making history, and creating songs for lovers. Connect: @CariChampion @KevinRossMusic Learn More: Kevin Ross Music Listen: Kevin Ross YouTube  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.