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Levels to This with Sheryl Swoopes and Terrika Foster-Brasby

Sheryl Swoopes and Terrika Foster-Brasby sit down for real conversations with powerful women about what it takes to be at the top of their game and the best at their craft. They discuss the hard work, the obstacles, and how life sometimes has its own plans while you’re busy working on your own. Swoopes and Tee know first-hand there are levels to the sh*t women go through, and have no problem going there.

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61:36

High Level Conversations: LIVE in Brooklyn with Cari...

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2026/04/23

On this episode ofLevels to This, Sheryl Swoopes and Terrika Foster-Brasby are joined live at the Lighthouse byFlagrant and Funnyco-hosts Cari Champion and Jemele Hill. The four break down the 2025 WNBA Draft — from Azzi Fudd going first overall to the Dallas Wings, to the implications of Raven Johnson landing in Indiana alongside Caitlin Clark. The conversation shifts to the backlash against the UCLA women's basketball team after their NCAA championship run, and what it really means to

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72:16

High Level Conversations: Dr. Bettina Love

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2026/04/17

On this episode of Levels to This, hosts Sheryl Swoopes and Terrika Foster-Brasby are joined by Dr. Bettina Love, renowned public speaker, educator, and New York Times bestselling author of Punished for Dreaming. Dr. Love breaks down why "reform" is a word Black and brown communities should be skeptical of, and why America's racial inequities aren't a crisis — they're a continuation. Dr. Love brings real joy to the conversation, breaking down what black joy actually means: the spades table

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54:44

Levels to All Things Women’s Hoops!

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2026/04/09

On this episode ofLevels to This, Sheryl Swoopes and Terrika Foster-Brasby break down a packed NCAA women's Final Four weekend in Phoenix, starting with the South Carolina–UConn semifinal — a defensive masterclass that had a lot of people expecting more offense. They get into Geno Auriemma's postgame meltdown, the classless exit, and the two apologies that followed, including why failing to address Dawn Staley by name said everything. From there, they cover UCLA's first-ever national

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31:36

BREAKING NEWS: The Sun is Going to Houston!

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2026/03/30

Connecticut team president Jen Rizzotti joins Sheryl Swoopes and Terrika Foster-Brasby to break down how the move happened, what's coming up for fans in this emotional season, and what this means for the league more broadly.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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58:58

Levels to the New CBA, the College Tournament, and...

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2026/03/26

On this episode ofLevels to This, Sheryl Swoopes and Terrika Foster-Brasby break down the new WNBA CBA and what it actually means for players — from the historic salary increases and charter travel to the pregnancy consent provision that protects players from being traded without their knowledge. Sheryl speaks to what the deal means for former players too, including a one-time retirement payment for league veterans who built the foundation these gains are standing on. The duo also gets into

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44:21

Levels to Putting Yourself First

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2026/03/19

On this episode of Levels to This, Sheryl Swoopes and Terrika Foster-Brasby get real about what it actually takes to prioritize yourself when work, family, and life are all pulling at once. They dig into the impossible math of "work-life balance"—why it's a myth, and what it actually looks like to shift priorities by season without drowning in guilt. Terrika gets honest about what it means to move with the money as a freelancer, and Sheryl opens up about how hard it can be to put her health at

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51:06

Levels to an Athletes Unlimited Wrap Up

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2026/03/12

On this episode of Levels to This, Sheryl Swoopes and Terrika Foster-Brasby take a moment to honor the life and legacy of two-time WNBA champion Kara Braxton, reflecting on her impact on the game, her competitive spirit, and the deep loss felt across the basketball community. Then: a full breakdown of the Athletes Unlimited season, celebrating Odyssey Sims finally winning the chip after five seasons of being so close, shouting out breakout star Aneesah Morrow, Kaitlyn Chen's Newcomer of the Year

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56:00

High Level Conversations: Shaniqua McClendon

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2026/03/05

On this episode of Levels to This, Sheryl Swoopes and Terrika Foster-Brasby sit down with Shaniqua McClendon, Senior Vice President of Political Strategy (you heard that "senior" here first) at Crooked Media, for a conversation that is equal parts eye-opening and unfiltered. From Obama's election to Trump's rise, Shaniqua breaks down how we got here — and why she believes we're already in authoritarianism, not approaching it. The trio digs into why Kamala lost, what gender had to do with it,

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41:35

REWIND: High Level Conversation with Cynthia Cooper

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2026/02/26

On this episode of Levels to This, Sheryl Swoopes and Terrika Foster-Brasby take us back to their live conversation from Fanatics Fest 2025 with special guest Cynthia Cooper. The trio shares their favorite moments from the event, including run-ins with sports legends and fans. They reflect on their playing days, the physicality of the game back then, and how it compares to today’s style. The three talk about the evolution of the WNBA, the rise of new stars like Juju Watkins, and what NIL deals

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50:20

High Level Conversations: CIAA Commissioner Jacqie...

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2026/02/20

On this episode ofLevels to This, Sheryl Swoopes and Terrika Foster-Brasby sit down with CIAA Commissioner Jacqie McWilliams Parker for a conversation on leadership, resilience, and the evolving landscape of HBCU athletics. From her journey to becoming the first woman to lead the conference to the lessons she’s learned navigating pressure, perception, and change, McWilliams Parker shares what it takes to lead with purpose. They also break down what makes the CIAA experience so unique, from its

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48:56

High Level Conversations: WNBA Legend Alana Beard

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2026/02/12

On this episode ofLevels to This, hosts Sheryl Swoopes and Terrika Foster-Brasby are joined by WNBA All-Star and Duke legend Alana Beard. The two-time Defensive Player of the Year reflects on guarding the league’s toughest scorers, battling back from injury, and what it was like playing across multiple generations of the W. Plus, Alana breaks down her vision for Project B, a new global, touring basketball league built around player ownership. Tipoff is November 2026—don't miss it!See

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51:15

Levels to WNBA Activism

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2026/02/06

On this episode of Levels to This, Sheryl Swoopes and Terrika Foster-Brasby dig into the WNBA’s long legacy of activism—and why this moment feels especially urgent. They react to Breanna Stewart’s “Abolish ICE” sign, unpack why players across the league are speaking out, and connect today’s political climate to the WNBA’s history of standing on the front lines of social justice. From Minneapolis to the bubble to now, Sheryl and Tee make the case that this

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44:54

Levels to The AU Tournament

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2026/01/30

On this episode ofLevels to This,Sheryl SwoopesandTerrika Foster-Brasbykick off (one of) the most wonderful times of the year: Athletes Unlimited season! They break down why this year’s AU roster might be the deepest yet, from returning champions and OGs to rookies looking to prove they belong. The duo digs into what makes AU such a critical cultivation ground for players fighting for WNBA opportunities, the impact of vets like Tina Charles joining the mix, and why this season feels especially

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47:30

Levels to Unsolicited Opinions

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2026/01/22

On this episode of Levels to This, Sheryl Swoopes and Terrika Foster-Brasby dig into the latest flashpoint that sparked a much bigger—and longer-running—conversation: men, from who-knows-'em podcasters to Stephen A. Smith, can't seem to keep Black women's names out of their mouths. From Jasmine Crockett to Joy-Ann Reid and beyond, they unpack a disappointingly familiar pattern of who gets criticized, who gets grace, and who’s constantly asked to justify their presence. The

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Levels to Happy New Year!

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2026/01/18

And Happy Season Two of Levels to This! Sheryl Swoopes and Terrika Foster-Brasby kick off the new season with a no-holds-barred conversation about the dress—and the much bigger issues it exposed. The duo breaks down the controversy surrounding Dr. Karri Turner Bryant’s UNCF gala look, the policing of women’s bodies (especially in the Black church), and the double standards women are constantly asked to navigate. Along the way, they talk modesty, autonomy, respectability politics,

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High Level Conversations: Coach Carrie Moore of...

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2026/01/01

On this episode ofLevels to This, hosts Sheryl Swoopes and Terrika Foster-Brasby sit down with Harvard women’s basketball head coach Carrie Moore to talk leadership, culture, and building a winning program. Coach Moore reflects on Harvard’s historic Ivy League championship run, what it takes to create buy-in at an elite academic institution, and how she balances NIL, player branding, and development in today’s game. The conversation also dives into the rise of the Ivy League,

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44:32

High Level Conversations: Kerry Coddett and Krystal...

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2025/12/25

On this episode ofLevels to This, hosts Sheryl Swoopes and Terrika Foster-Brasby are joined by sisters, business partners, and community builders Krystal Payne and Kerry Coddett, the co-founders of the Kwanzaa Crawl. They get into how a single idea—rooted in joy, culture, and cooperative economics—grew into a massive, multi-venue celebration that has circulated hundreds of thousands of dollars back into Black-owned businesses. Krystal and Kerry break down the seven principles of Kwanzaa,

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50:05

Levels to the WNBA Offseason

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2025/12/18

On this episode of Levels to This, Sheryl Swoopes and Terrika Foster-Brasby kick things off with some holiday spirit as they announce the winner of the show’s $1,000 Christmas giveaway and reflect on the power of giving back. Then it’s back to basketball: from A’ja Wilson’s continued dominance on and off the court, to the ongoing frustrations around WNBA coaching hires and who gets overlooked. They also break down the buzz around the new Project B league, what it could mean

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44:06

High Level Conversation: Ivy Harrington, Miss New...

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2025/12/11

On this episode of Levels to This, hosts Sheryl Swoopes and Terrika Foster-Brasby are joined by THE Miss New Jersey USA 2025, Ivy Harrington. Ivy shares how she went from college basketball captain (as a freshman!) to the pageant stage, how her athletic background shaped her confidence, and what it really takes to prepare for competition—on and off the runway. She also opens up about pushing past beauty stereotypes, building real sisterhood amid the competition, and the mission behind her

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36:01

Levels to Doing What You Love

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2025/12/04

On this episode ofLevels to This, Sheryl Swoopes and Terrika Foster-Brasby get real about the messy middle of doing what you love for a living. From Sheryl’s years of championships and pressure to Terrika’s rise in sports media, they unpack the unseen side of “dream jobs”—the exhaustion, the expectations, and the fear of letting go. They also shout out the women who lift them up and dig into how to protect your joy, reclaim your purpose, and know when it’s time to

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