Choosing Joy

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: Growing up in a basketball family and moving overseas to Italy and Switzerland as a kid Learning Italian in months and the culture shock of returning to Philadelphia Her tight-knit bond with Kobe growing up — "thick as thieves," pranks, and no real fights Kobe's early work ethic, 6am gym sessions, and the moment that shaped the Mamba Mentality Her father Joe "Jellybean" Bryant as a present, playful dad and the lessons he instilled Navigating fame, privacy, and protecting her peace from public perception Motherhood, grief, and carrying her family's legacy forward on her own terms

This is Part 1 of 2 — Part 2 drops next week with even more of Shaya's story.

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Rod and Karen are joined by Pete Dominick to discuss Podjam 3, the importance of community, doing warm-up for TV shows, interviewing authors, growing up funny, racial differences in comedy, political comedy, meeting J-L Cauvin, J-L running for office, hyper vigilance, and some white people news.

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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.
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Sis! With conversations of how we show up for our sisters running the news cycle, we thought we would share a nice throwback this week. Dr. Dom and Terri are thrilled to welcome Dr. Joy Harden Bradford, the force and founder of Therapy for Black Girls and author of Sisterhood Heals to discuss unique dynamics in Black sisterhood. Dr. Dom, Terri, and Dr. Joy share the importance of finding your tribe, cultivating real relationships, and address the prickly parts of growing and growing apart in friendships. 

Dr. Joy is a leading voice on mental health and emotional wellness, and she’s poured a lot of her wisdom into her new book, while also learning a lot about herself in the process. Lady, if you’re ready to transform your relationships so that they are deeper and more meaningful then this is the episode for you! Dr. Joy offers perspective on what building new friendships really entails (hint: rejection is a possibility) and why understanding your needs can help you call in your people.  

We want to hear from you! Tap in on Instagram and let us know how sisterhood has helped you along your journey.  

Quote of the Day:
"That thing Black women feel when we gather is a kind of glue, a stabilizing force we actively created out of the pain and trauma of our lived experiences in order to hold us up and together."  
– Dr. Joy  

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Host Jeremy Odem is BACK with a brand new episode of the chart topping, world wide sensation, Laugh with Me Podcast! This week, Jeremy tells the story of how he likely got crohns disease.

In this episode:

-Jeremy saw a tweet

-How Jeremy got Crohns

-What to do with nose hair

-AND SO MUCH MORE

Join the Crohn’s & Colitis Foundation’s largest, most impactful fundraising event Take Steps as we come together to raise funds to accelerate research, advance treatments, and provide programs and support to improve the quality of life for those living with inflammatory bowel disease (IBD)

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🎙️ 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—opens up about growing up inside the iconic Winans dynasty and the pressure, purpose, and responsibility that comes with legacy.

From being raised in a family rooted in faith and music, to boldly choosing acting over tradition, Deborah Joy shares how she found her voice, navigated expectations, and stepped into her own calling—without losing the foundation that shaped her.

This is a deeply moving conversation about faith, identity, purpose, and the courage it takes to honor legacy while becoming your own person.

🔑 In This Episode:

• Growing up in the legendary Winans family and gospel music dynasty
• The pressure and responsibility of carrying a powerful legacy
• Choosing acting over music—and breaking family expectations
• The role of faith in navigating uncertainty and rejection
• Behind the scenes of landing Greenleaf and working with Oprah
• Balancing personal identity with family legacy
• What it truly means to “choose joy” in life’s hardest moments

💬 Key Takeaway:
Legacy isn’t just something you inherit—it’s something you define. And sometimes, honoring where you come from means having the courage to go your own way.

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Photographer, filmmaker, and world-traveling creative Elton Anderson joins Holiday AF for a hilarious, heartfelt, and joy-filled conversation with hosts Deborah Joy Winans Williams and MAJOR.. A proud Detroiter with Liberian roots, Elton reflects on growing up in a house that served as the family’s holiday hub — a place overflowing with food, community, and culture. Now living an international lifestyle, he shares how his holiday traditions have evolved, how he balances family time with travel, and why Christmas in Zanzibar is at the top of his wish list.

Elton opens up about discovering photography at 27, building Creators of Color in response to #OscarsSoWhite, and creating Lens of Culture, his travel show highlighting Black millennial experiences around the world. From Detroit to Ghana to the Dominican Republic, Elton explains why representation behind the camera is just as important as what we see in front of it.

Of course, things get festive and chaotic when the beloved Holiday AF game “Naughty or Nice” begins — revealing one-night stands abroad, gift-related breakups, and a hilarious sip-or-suffer confession round.

This episode blends culture, comedy, travel, creativity, and community — everything that makes the holidays meaningful.

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Media trailblazer Jemele Hill and her fiancé Ian Wallace join Holiday AF for a warm, hilarious, and deeply personal conversation with hosts Deborah Joy Winans Williams and MAJOR.. From Detroit greetings to West Coast celebrations, Jemele and Ian break down how their holiday traditions have shifted since leaving the Midwest — and what they still hold on to.

Jemele opens up about Christmas memories with her late grandmother, the matriarch who shaped her holiday joy, and how being born on December 21st made her a self-proclaimed “holiday brat.” The couple also reflects on their engagement, family traditions, and the playful gift-giving politics that come with being a December baby.

The episode then takes a thoughtful turn as Jemele discusses her evolution from ESPN host to journalist, author, and outspoken cultural voice through The Atlantic and her podcast Jemele Hill Is Unbothered. She shares why journalism has always felt like a form of freedom fighting, the importance of truth-telling, and her commitment to elevating conversations about Black communities.

Things wrap with the fan-favorite game “What Bothers You More?” — tackling Christmas décor debates, bad gifts, spades versus charades, and a surprise showdown choosing between Carrie Champion and Michael Smith.

This episode blends humor, culture, love, and legacy — all the things that make the holidays meaningful.

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Singer, songwriter, and actor MAJOR. — the voice behind the global hit “Why I Love You” — takes the Holiday AF couch for a deeply personal, joyful, and love-filled conversation with co-host and real-life best friend Deborah Joy Winans Williams. Together, they revisit the people, traditions, and holiday moments that shaped MAJOR.’s life, artistry, and heart.

Raised in Houston as one of ten siblings, MAJOR. shares what Christmas looked like in a massive blended family: controlled chaos, overflowing joy, and traditions that kept everyone connected. He reveals why December 26th became their official family holiday — a day when no one is allowed to make outside plans — and how their beloved Secret Santa ritual always leads to laughter, generosity, and MAJOR. breaking the gift-giving rules in the best way possible.

MAJOR. also opens up about new love, explaining how his relationship with someone he’s known since high school has brought his lyrics to life and made this holiday season especially meaningful. He talks about returning home to Houston after his upcoming trip to Africa, the early days of struggle eating Denny’s nachos with friends, and what it means to stay faithful when life feels heavy.

The episode is full of humor, heart, and vulnerability — capped with MAJOR.’s stunning live performance of Christmas classics, “12 Days of Christmas,” and his own holiday-inspired riffs.

A warm, musical, and spiritually rich episode that captures the essence of love, family, and holiday joy.

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Actor, singer, dancer, and all-around multi-hyphenate Trevor Jackson joins Holiday AF for a joyful, hilarious, and heartfelt conversation with hosts Deborah Joy Winans Williams and MAJOR.. Born in snowy Indianapolis and raised in sunny Burbank, Trevor reflects on growing up between two worlds — from blizzard-filled Midwestern Christmases to laid-back California holidays.

Trevor shares childhood stories of walking miles through icy Indiana winters, the traditions his family still holds dear at his grandmother’s home, and why returning to loved ones feels like “plugging the iPhone back in.” He also reveals his dream Christmas destination (Hawaii), what snow he’s not trying to see anymore, and how he keeps gratitude at the center of the season.

The Holiday AF “Finish the Lyric” game brings out Trevor’s comedic side as he belts out classics like “Silent Night,” “Joy to the World,” and “Santa Claus Is Coming to Town,” while the hosts challenge his memory and vocal dexterity. The episode closes with laughs, chocolate tasting chaos, and warm holiday wishes.

This episode blends nostalgia, humor, talent, and holiday spirit — everything that makes Trevor Jackson a fan favorite.

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