
Naked Sports with Cari Champion
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NAKED SPORTS lives at the intersection of sports, politics, and culture. It is a niche groundbreaking interview-based show that dives deep into the lives of the game-changers who have helped shape our world. We explore how sports are interwoven not only into their personal lives; but the role they play in the global experience. NAKED SPORTS is hosted by Cari Champion, a trailblazing broadcast journalist and television personality renowned for her pioneering contributions to sports media for women.
In each episode, this distinguished host sits down with, a diverse array of athletes, politicians, and cultural innovators who have left an indelible mark on their fields. Through intimate, unfiltered conversations, the show reveals the raw and vulnerable sides of their journeys—peeling back the layers to explore the defining moments, personal struggles, and transformative experiences that live at the intersection of sports, culture, and politics.
These conversations are thematically linked to live at the intersection and on this new season of NAKED SPORTS, we begin with a six-part docu-series, The Making of a Rivalry: Caitlin Clark vs. Angel Reese, in which Cari questions how this “rivalry” started. Does the necessity for success depend on a foil? In a time of divisiveness, are sports—more specifically the WNBA—a reflection of our country? Or will the greatness of two supernovas unite this country and heal race relations?
NAKED SPORTS guests will span varied backgrounds, providing diverse perspectives as we examine how sports play a crucial role in nearly every aspect of life.
Connect: @CARICHAMPION

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ERICA CAMPBELL - The Beauty of Knowing
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01/16/23 • 40 min
Erica Campbell always knew the road to her purpose went hand and hand with her gift of singing. Campbell was introduced to the world as a Singer/Songwriter via, "Mary Mary" a popular gospel group formed with her sister. She shares her story about growing up in LA in the church, her dreams, compromising in the industry, and her faith.
Connect: @CariChampion @ImEricaCampbell
Listen: Feel Alright (Blessed)
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MAJOR – The Hope Dealer
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06/26/23 • 42 min
Major is a singer, songwriter, and actor who is also known to offer a good sermon. He shares how things in the industry changed for him after releasing his single, "Why I Love You". Despite the single going platinum, he speaks colorfully about how the song introduced him to Stevie Wonder and that made it everything. He also addresses some hilarious rumors about Mr. Wonder that you want to hear!
Connect: @CariChampion @NowThatsMAJOR
Visit: NowThatsMAJOR.com
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NAKED REPLAY - CHIKÉ OKONKWO – Being An Artist is a Political Act
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12/31/24 • 66 min
In this conversation, Chiké Okonkwo discusses his background as a Nigerian growing up in the UK, his journey to becoming an actor, and the challenges and triumphs he has faced in the industry. He reflects on the impact of the film 'The Birth of a Nation' and the importance of telling untold stories. Chiké also shares his experiences as a black man in America and the perseverance required in the acting profession. He discusses his voice acting work on the Calm app and the TV show 'La Brea,' where he explores his character's backstory.
We also explore the importance of complex characters and the impact of historical work. He shares his favorite performances by Denzel Washington, Robert De Niro, Samuel L. Jackson, and Sidney Poitier. He also introduces us to his new venture as one of the founders of Mansa, a platform for curated black culture.
Connect: @CariChampion @ChikeOkonkwo
Subscribe: Cari Champion’s YouTube Channel
Learn More: Mansa.com
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Introducing: BLK LIT
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10/19/24 • 0 min
BLK LIT highlights the creative wordsmiths of our current and past generations. We will delve into the history, purpose, and personalities behind each literary work, spending an intimate amount of time with each writer’s expression through orated excerpts or reenactments, content dissection, direct dialogue with the writers, and the host’s final thoughts. BLK LIT is the home for lovers of literature by wordsmiths of culture.
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NAKED REPLAY - Game with Grant Hill
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12/13/24 • 87 min
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 @realGrantHill
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What's Going On, In This World Of Sports with Jemele Hill
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04/14/25 • 56 min
When Jemele Hill and Cari Champion get together, it always makes for a great conversation and a worthy episode!
We kick things off with the state of women’s basketball: where it’s thriving, where it needs support, and why players like Paige Beckers and Caitlin Clark are changing the game, even as they battle injuries and media hype. Because let’s be honest, rivalries make the story, but so does real representation.
Then we zoom out: NBA coaching shakeups, headline-grabbing trades, and, of course, the drama between Stephen A. Smith and LeBron James. We talk about what it all really means and how it reflects on the game and the culture.
Then, Jemele and Cari get into the ethics of sports journalism. The pressure to be first vs. the responsibility to get it right. Discretion, fan culture, and how the media landscape is shifting under our feet. This episode is a whole masterclass on how sports and storytelling keep evolving...whether the world is ready or not.
Connect @CariChampion @JemeleHill
Learn More: Jemele Hill
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CANDICE CARTY-WILLIAMS - Unafraid
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11/13/23 • 40 min
Candice Carty-Williams is an Author, Screenwriter, and Showrunner with a fearless pen. Williams says her job is to listen and to tell stories that provoke. She has no inhibitions about conveying her experiences as they inspire her. We discuss her first book, Queenie which is currently being adapted into a series for Hulu. Queenie is about a young British-Jamaican woman who is an utter mess and we ask Candice about her decision to make a character that doesn’t date within her race and her answer may surprisingly make sense to you.
Additional works by Candice Carty-Williams
Champion Premiers in January on Netflix
Connect: @CariChampion @CandiceCartyWilliams
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STEPHEN JACKSON - Love and Loyalty Run Deeper Than Blood
Naked Sports with Cari Champion
03/22/21 • 42 min
In a world where being vulnerable is often considered weak, it would be refreshing to hear an authentic and honest story from some of our heroes. This week, Stephen Jackson tells Cari Champion his whole story.
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Introducing ACross Generations with Tiffany Cross
Naked Sports with Cari Champion
03/12/24 • 3 min
Hi, Naked with Cari Champion Fans! We want to share a new podcast with Tiffany Cross that we think you'll love - ACross Generations
About the show: Tiffany D cross leads ACross Generations, a plainspoken and candid conversation with Black women from different stages in life. Each episode convenes a seasoned elder, a middle-aged, and a younger Black woman to discuss a single topic ranging from changing perspectives on sex to what you wish you knew about money in your 20's to the collective state of our womanhood in these contemporary times. Their unique perspectives through regulatory, provocative, and introspective dialogue that can only come from the safe space that is created by Black women regardless of age. By delving into subjects that affect Black women across generations, this podcast provides a space for commonality, familiarity, honesty, insightful and sage discussions that ween the audience on the oracle that is Black womanhood by broadening perspectives and deepening understanding through wisdom, wit, laughter, tears, and joy.
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Introducing: Conversations with Unc, Hosted by Lil Duval
Naked Sports with Cari Champion
04/05/24 • 1 min
Conversations with everyone’s favorite Uncle Lil Duval, features casual and in-depth talks about life, liberty and the pursuit of happiness amongst new and old celebrity friends. Unlike his work on stage, Uncle Duval taps into a more serious and sensitive side to give life advice, answer any question his guests may have and simply offer words of encouragement and a reminder to never forget to laugh. Welcome to Conversations with Unc, hosted by Comedian Lil Duval.
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FAQ
How many episodes does Naked Sports with Cari Champion have?
Naked Sports with Cari Champion currently has 211 episodes available.
What topics does Naked Sports with Cari Champion cover?
The podcast is about News, Podcasts and Sports.
What is the most popular episode on Naked Sports with Cari Champion?
The episode title 'MAJOR – The Hope Dealer' is the most popular.
What is the average episode length on Naked Sports with Cari Champion?
The average episode length on Naked Sports with Cari Champion is 47 minutes.
How often are episodes of Naked Sports with Cari Champion released?
Episodes of Naked Sports with Cari Champion are typically released every 7 days.
When was the first episode of Naked Sports with Cari Champion?
The first episode of Naked Sports with Cari Champion was released on Mar 12, 2021.
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