🎙️ Born to the Game — Mariah Woodson

Turning Pain Into Purpose | The Story Behind the Show

Before Born to the Game became a platform… it was pain.

In this deeply personal episode, Mariah Woodson steps out from behind the mic and onto the couch to share the story that started it all.

The daughter of NBA player and coach Mike Woodson, Mariah opens up about growing up around the game—but not always inside it—and the moment everything changed.

From watching her father face public criticism, hate, and pressure… to navigating her own battles with identity, health, grief, and mental health—this is the unfiltered story behind the creation of Born to the Game.

🔑 In This Episode, We Cover:

• The phone call that sparked Born to the Game
• Dealing with public criticism, online hate, and protecting family
• Growing up as the child of an NBA coach—and what people don’t see
• Moving from a sheltered life in Texas to the realities of public scrutiny
• Experiencing bullying tied to her father’s career
• A life-altering health scare at 13 years old
• Losing her best friend—and how grief reshaped her perspective
• Navigating depression, anger, and healing
• The difference between perception vs. reality in legacy families
• Turning pain into purpose—and building a platform for others

💭 This Episode Is About…

• Identity vs. expectation
• Pain vs. purpose
• Strength, resilience, and growth
• Finding your voice when the world thinks it already knows your story

🎧 About Mariah Woodson

Mariah Woodson is a creator, storyteller, and co-host of Born to the Game. Raised around professional basketball, she brings a unique perspective on legacy, identity, and what it truly means to grow up connected to greatness.

Her mission: to create a space where the next generation can tell their own stories—on their own terms.

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The WNBA Finals are here, and the 3 on 3 crew—Chris Williamson, Terrika Foster-Brasby, and Sharí Nycole—stayed up late on the East Coast to react to the Minnesota Lynx eliminating the Connecticut Sun in Game 4 of the semifinals. Terrika might’ve shed a tear as her Sun saw their season end.

Sharí didn't hold back on Aces’ star Jackie Young, questioning her disappearance when her team needed her most against the Liberty. Chris wasn’t having it though, jumping in to defend Jackie and the Aces’ season. Terrika played mediator by pointing out how the Aces’ back-to-back titles put a target on their back all year.

Then Chris and Sharí are standing 10 toes down on their Finals prediction, backing one team all the way. Tune in to find out who they’re riding with!

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On this episode of the 3 on 3 podcast, co-hosts Chris Williamson and Terrika Foster-Brasby are joined by special co-host Kevin Lewis, who covers the WNBA and hosts the 9450 podcast. The trio provides their insight into the second round of the WNBA playoffs. Terrika gives her take on why she believes this is the year for the Connecticut Sun to win it all. Chris analyzes the Liberty and Aces matchup.

Then, Kevin makes an impassioned case for Teresa Weatherspoon and talks about how unfair it was for her to be fired after nearly making the playoffs. The crew discusses coaching changes with the Sparks.

In the Jump Ball segment, the co-hosts go around the horn and pick out the best NBA Media Day moments, from LeBron and Bronny James to Josh Hart and KAT. Terrika and Chris reflect on the legacy of NBA giant Dikembe Mutombo. The conversation is filled with insights, humor, and a heartfelt tribute to a basketball legend.

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The 3-on-3 hosts dive deep into the WNBA playoff picture as the postseason approaches. Terrika Foster-Brasby leads the charge, breaking down the key matchups and teams to watch. Chris Williamson drops a hot take on his pick for Rookie of the Year, and it’s neither Caitlin Clark nor Angel Reese—tune in to find out who he’s backing.

The crew also dissects the New York Liberty's championship viability and debates whether the Las Vegas Aces can pull off a historic 3-peat, with teams like the Washington Mystics and Dallas Wings still in the hunt to dethrone them.

In the signature Jump Ball segment, the trio discusses the historic Connecticut Sun vs. Los Angeles Sparks game at the TD Garden and its significance for the league.

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The 3-on-3 Big 3—Chris, Terrika, and Sharí—are back to do a deep dive into the Olympic Games. Team USA Men's and Women's basketball teams brought home gold, but our hosts had a spirited discussion on whether or not it was enough. Team USA has spoiled fans over the years by dominating other countries, but this year looked a little different. Serbia and France took the men down to the wire, and for the women, the gold medal game came down to the final shot. Sharí was not pleased with that.

Sharí then teed up the crew to preview the 2028 Olympics set to take place in Los Angeles. Terrika made predictions on which members of the Team USA men's basketball team would return and shared her belief that Ja Morant has a place on the roster. Meanwhile, Sharí was more concerned about who would step up for the women's team with Diana Taurasi retiring and other players likely not returning. Chris reassured everyone that the young talent in the WNBA, like Caitlin Clark and Angel Reese, would replace the veteran talent, especially with their opportunity to develop over the next four years.

Dearica Hamby dominated headlines directly after the Olympic break when she announced that she had filed a lawsuit against the WNBA and her former team, the Las Vegas Aces. In the signature Jump Ball segment, the crew defends why Dearica is well within her rights to claim discrimination, expressing hope that this will inspire change across leagues for more protections for athletes dealing with pregnancies so they don't lose their livelihoods.

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The 3-on-3 hosts are back just in time to celebrate the WNBA mid-season mark. Co-host Sharí Nycole kicks off the episode with an exclusive special announcement.

Our resident WNBA roving reporter, Terrika Foster-Brasby, has the crew preview WNBA All-Star Weekend, where she will be live from Phoenix, AZ. The co-hosts debate if this is Diana Taurasi's final All-Star appearance and whether retirement is imminent after this season, as well as the impact of Angel Reese and Caitlin Clark being on the same team for the first time.

Then it's time to give out some WNBA mid-season awards, with a consensus that A'ja Wilson is and will remain the real MVP. There is some discussion about who truly deserves the Defensive Player of the Year and Rookie of the Year awards, but Chris Williamson is sure that Dijonai Carrington deserves a few acknowledgments.

Finally, in the Jump Ball segment, all three hosts come up with their second-half hot takes you don't want to miss.

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In this captivating episode of the 3-on-3 podcast, the hosts dive deep into nepotism in sports. With LeBron and Bronny James making headlines as the first father-son duo in the NBA, Chris Williamson, Sharí Nycole, and Terrika Foster-Brasby explore the broader implications of this historic moment. Sharí doesn't hold back as she passionately discusses the impact of nepotism on black athletes, while Terrika emphasizes the importance of creating opportunities within the community.

Chris weighs in on the influence of family connections in the front office and coaching roles, sparking a lively debate among the hosts. The conversation takes an engaging turn as they share personal anecdotes and professional insights, shedding light on the often unseen dynamics of the sports world.

The episode heats up with thought-provoking discussions on how nepotism will impact future generations in the sports world. Then in the signature Jump Ball segment, the co-hosts go around the horn and pick their biggest takeaways from NBA frree agency from Paul George to Klay Thompson. Join the 3-on-3 team as they navigate the intricate intersections of family, power, and opportunity in sports.

Tune in for this action-packed episode.

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