The ladies of insideLINES are back for another episode! First up, Atoya & Tia have a check in on this holiday season and what Christmas will look like this year. Both of the ladies find themselves switching it up a bit.

Then in Hot Take this week, the ladies are discussing the Forever First Lady, Michelle Obama. Michelle is currently on a media and book tour for her book, “The Light We Carry”. Tia and Atoya discuss her recent take on marriage and the backlash she received because of it (3:05).

Next up, the ladies are joined by Arielle Chambers, Journalist & Founder of HightlightHER (12:48). The ladies discuss:

• 15:30 - Where the idea of HighlightHER came from
• 19:07 - Going to college in the UK
• 23:52 - Ari coining the phrase “The WNBA is so important”
• 26:27 - Equal Pay for WNBA players
• 30:17 - How people can support women's sports
• 32:18 - The difference in pro sports in the UK than US
• 35:36 - Her career path after college
• 39:55 - Being nominated for Forbes 30 for 30
• 44:45 - Arielle’s Wilson ball
• 51:15 - Two Minute Drill

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The ladies are back for another episode of the insideLINES podcast! 

Atoya and Tia start with a quick catch up of their weekends. Tia was in Arizona for a basketball tournament and met up with Atoya and their Super Bowl live planning team. They have some exciting things stirring for their annual Super Bowl show…(More details on that later)!

Jumping right into the Hot Take this week, the ladies are discussing the release of WNBA Superstar Brittney Griner. The conversation set the world ablaze last week as everyone discussed the U.S.agreeing to the prisoner swap of Viktor Bout also known as “The Merchant of Death”. (1:10)

 Finally, the ladies are joined by Jacquelyn Rodgers, CEO & Founder of Greentop Gifts (5:58). The ladies discuss:

•  6:54 - How Jacquelyn got started in the gift wrapping/stationery business
• 12:51 - Jacquelyn working in corporate still while starting her business
• 15:23 - Being awarded with the FedEx Small Business Grant and Google for Startups Black Founders Fund 
• 23:11 - Being a part of the the NFLPA Driven Program
• 25:14 - Working with her Husband
• 28:29 - Being featured on Black Love Couch Conversation
• 33:41 - The transition from one kid to two kids
• 44:19 - What kept her going in moments of fear
• 46:00 - Two Minute Drill

Greentop is a black and women-owned business known for its multicultural celebration decor, apparel, gifts and gifting supplies. You can find them online or in select stores at GreentopGifts.com, Target, Macys, Amazon, and Sam’s Club! 

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The ladies are back for another episode of the insideLINES podcast! 

Tia had another routine weekend in the gym enjoying her boys basketball games. Meanwhile, Atoya had a big weekend as she joined her oldest son as he took a recruiting trip to her alma mater!

Then, in Hot Takes this week, the ladies are discussing Deion Sanders’ new role as the head coach of the University of Colorado. This of course comes after he spent the last 3 seasons at the HBCU, Jackson State. Of course, social media was divided on his choice, and  Atoya and Tia weighed in. (5:55)

Next up, the ladies are joined by Jasmine Hyder, entrepreneur, personal trainer and wife of Kerry Hyder of the San Francisco 49ers  (14:31) The ladies discuss:

• 20:10 -  Jasmine’s transition back into track after college
• 23:42 - Her experience running track at Arizona State
• 27:28 - Meeting her husband Kerry Hyder
• 47:13 - Kerry making the 53-man roster for the Lions
• 48:36 - Jasmine training again after becoming a Mother
• 54:14 - Becoming a Cheba Hut Franchise owner
• 1:01:40 - Managing interest, work and Motherhood
• 1:06:45 - Starting her apparel line
• 1:11:22 - Two-minute drill

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Atoya and Tia are back for another episode of the insideLINES podcast! 

The ladies start off sharing about their “chill” Thanksgiving celebration this year. Then, they hop right into the Hot Takes this week. Stephen A. Smith is on the chopping block for defending Dallas Cowboys owner Jerry Jones. Jerry Jones made headlines for a resurfaced photo of himself as a 15 year old blocking African American students from entering a Little Rock, AK school. Stephen A. Smith does not agree with the treatment of Jerry Jones from a photo taken 65 years ago (4:03)

Finally, the ladies are joined by Gabrielle Easley-Manhertz, PR professional, investor, and wife of Chris Manhertz of the Jacksonville Jaguars (11:36). The ladies discuss:

• 12:06 - Gabrielle’s father, Kenny Easley being inducted into the football Hall of Fame
• 17:16 - Gabrielle on what her Mom shared about the NFL
• 23:01 - Going to a HBCU - Virginia Union University
• 24:14 - Getting into the PR industry
• 30:37 - Working at Viacom and BET Network
• 33:23 - Pivoting into corporate PR
• 37:08 - Meeting her husband Chris Manhertz
• 42:13 - The transition to living with her Husband
• 47:41 - How did Gabrielle parents feel about her move in with her Husband
• 57:07 - Chris’s proposal to her
• 1:00:37 - Gabrielle’s transition into Motherhood

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Atoya and Tia are back for another episode of the insideLINES podcast! 

First up, Tia shares about her girls trip to Houston. Atoya quickly touches on enjoying time with her family this weekend. The ladies also discuss Atoya’s approach to having a soon to be college athlete and the NIL deals. 

In Hot Takes, the ladies discuss Grammy award winning artist Kelly Rowland’s interview on HOT97 to promote her new movie with Marsai Martin, Fantasy Football.  She was met with some unkind remarks by show host, Peter Rosenberg. Atoya and Tia share their take on people comparing Kelly to Beyonce and people placing women against each other (4:55).

Finally, the ladies are joined by Amina Jade Smith, Sports Journalist, Emmy Award winning host  and Wife of Kansas City Chiefs Deon Bush (10:39) The ladies discuss:

• 11:33 - Amina’s start in broadcasting in Lawrence, Kansas
• 13:52 - Amina transferring to the University of Miami
• 19:45 - Deciding to walk away from track
• 22:32 - Meeting her husband Deon Bush
• 28:05 - Getting connected to the Big Ten Network
• 32:28 - Working at BET Networks
• 43:02 - Living a part from her husband
• 50:14 - Advice on embarking on the journey into broadcasting
• 52:20 - Currently working in Boston
• 1:01:30 - Two Minute Drill

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The ladies are back for another episode of the insideLINES podcast! 

First up, Tia had the longest and most inconvenient weekend ever after experiencing car trouble Friday. Meanwhile, Atoya shares details from her jam- packed weekend! She hosted a Sip & Scents brunch with School Scents Candle and Home Company where guests were able to create their own scents & candles. 

Next, in Hot Takes, the ladies discuss the newly released sequel, Black Panther: Wakanda Forever. The movie had an opening weekend global box office of over $331M. Tia & Atoya both celebrated the opening by renting out theaters for a few hundred kids and shared their thoughts on the film (without giving any spoilers!). Tia also spoke on the Variety article Rescuing Black Panther where Director Ryan Coogler shared how difficult it was to be in a nonstop  state of grief during the media tour due to constantly reliving Chadwhck Boseman’s sudden death. (6:30)

Finally, the ladies are joined by Kayla Adeniji, Influencer  and Wife of Cincinnati Bengal Hakeem Adeniji. (13:49) The ladies discuss:

• 15:25 - How she got a rowing scholarship even though she had never rowed before 
• 19:14 - What it was like being the only person of color on her rowing team
• 20:10 - Meeting her husband, Hakeem Adeniji
• 31:37 - Their experience participating in the virtual NFL draft. 
• 32:50 - Her dad past experience with the NFL 
• 34:54 - Advice should would give newly engaged couples 
• 39:26 - What is was like meeting other Bengal spouses for the first time
• 41:39 - Her current work experience as a social media manager.
• 58:56 - Two Minute Drill Game

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The ladies are back for another episode of the insideLINES podcast! 

First up, Tia dishes on her night at Post Malone’s Concert where Roddy Rich opened up for him. The concert was amazing even though Tia felt like the oldest person in the building! Atoya had a busy weekend full of family fun with her in-laws in town and high school football playoffs. 

Then the ladies share an update on former Kansas City Chiefs’ Assistant coach Britt Reid and  briefly touched on The Washington Commanders’ team sale and Giselle and Tom Brady’s divorce. In Hot Takes, Tia and Atoya discuss Drake and 21 Savage's new album “Her Loss” and the controversy surrounding the songs Circo Loco and Middle of the Ocean.  (8:36)

Lastly, Tia and Atoya are joined by Erica Donald, Marketing Manager and Wife of Los Angeles Ram Aaron Donald. (16:35) The ladies discuss:

• 17:22 - How Erica began her career in the NFL
• 23:10 - Meeting her husband, Aaron Donald
• 30:42 - How did it feel in the workplace dating an athlete
• 32:29 - Being a bonus Mom
• 35:13 - Winning the Superbowl
• 41:53 - Erica’s work with GameOne
• 43:11 - Kanye West’s Donda Sports
• 46:30 - Working with her husband
• 54:24 - Two Minute Drill Game

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Atoya and Tia are back for episode twelve of Season 4! 

First, Atoya dishes about all the great costumes from the Burleson annual adults only Halloween party! She dressed as Beyonce from the Formation video while Nate went as a beekeeper. Meanwhile, Tia celebrated the end of youth fall sports! 

Next, the ladies discussed the all so familiar feeling of being burnt out in Hot Takes this week! According to a Forbes article titled,  Women Continuing To Face Alarmingly High Levels Of Burnout, Stress In The “New Normal” Of Work, fifty-three percent of women surveyed say their stress levels are higher than they were a year ago, and almost half feel burned out. Tia and Atoya share their takes on the sentiment and offer tips to avoid this in the future.  (5:31) 

Last, Tia & Atoya are joined by Adrienne Thomas, Actress, Model and Wife of Dustin Perry, the head strength and conditioning coach of the San Francisco 49ers. The ladies discuss: 

• 15:08 - How Adrienne got started in modeling
• 18:26 - Her thoughts on the changes of Name Image & Likeness (NIL) deals
• 23:22 - Managing modeling, acting and dating
• 29:35 - Her favorite role as an actress
• 31:52 - The challenges of Motherhood and while working in the entertainment industry
• 37:50 - If Adrienne would allow her daughter to be in the industry
• 44:15 - What her career has taught her about herself
• 49:33 - Plays the Two Minute Drill

Check Adrienne out in her latest movie Mistletoe Mixup on Amazon Prime!! 

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Atoya and Tia are back for another episode of the insideLINES podcast! 

After sharing some updates from their weekend which included celebrating Atoya’s oldest son’s Senior Night, the ladies get into this week’s Hot Take on the drama between rapper 50 cent and his son Marquise Jackson. (4:29)

Then, the ladies are joined by Shirdkevia Jackson, Founder of Embrace with Grace and Wife of Los Angeles Chargers Cornerback JC Jackson. (15:39) 

The three discuss: 

• 17:32 - Shirdkevia’s favorite City Girl (Miami) moments as a high school rapper
• 23:20 - Witnessing of domestic violence against her mother and how that impacted her journey as a mother
• 26:56 - Rediscovering herself as a Mom and wife after sacrificing her own dreams
• 31:02 - How she connected with God to get “unstuck” and rediscover herself
• 33:53 - Meeting her husband J.C. Jackson & their blended family
• 50:39 - How she handles not getting caught up in the materialistic world of the NFL
• 1:05:00 - Her motivation to start her non profit -  Embrace with Grace
• 1:11:47 - Shirdkevia plays This or That

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The ladies  are back for another episode of the insideLINES podcast! 

Tia kicks off the show with highlights from her weekend! With a wildfire burning in the greater Seattle area, she had a chill weekend after her kids’ outdoor activities were canceled due to poor air quality. However, she was able to attend a basketball court dedication at the Odessa Brown Children’s Clinic in honor of the legendary NBA Hall of Famer, Coach Lenny Wilkins. Meanwhile, Atoya had a whirlwind of a week after a 24 hour trip to Las Vegas to see Grammy award winning artist Usher Residency. Still, she made it back home to see all three of the Burleson kids have an amazing weekend in sports! 

Next in Hot Takes, Tia and Atoya we are discussing former NBA Player and current sports analyst Jalen Rose and some intense family drama. His sister Tamara posted a video on social media blasting Jalen for trying to sell their mother’s house while she still lived in it. Jalen  purchased the home for their mother, however, their mother passed away in February 2021. Tamara stated that she has lived there for almost 4 years all while taking care of their mother. Now in the video, Jalen completely ignores his sister while she explains that she is grieving and trying to recover from various ailments. The ladies discuss if Jalen is wrong for trying to kick his sister out? 

Finally, the ladies welcome Founder of The Lionesque Group and Principal at MG2 Studio, Melissa Gonzalez! Melissa, who hosts Market Scale’s Retail Refined podcast, was named to the 2022 Women’s Wear Daily 25 Most Inspirational Women list! She chats with the ladies about she got started designing innovative consumer spaces, her thoughts on the future of retail spaces, and  how she got into skydiving! Melissa also shares the most important skill set she feels young leaders need, how she’s guiding her clients through the challenging economy, and more!

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