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insideLINES celebrates women in and around sports through honest, transparent, and vulnerable conversations. Hosted by two NFL wives, Atoya Burleson and Tia Avril tackle the big topics facing women today by sharing their own personal experiences and creating a safe space for their guests to do the same. They‘ll cover everything from marriage, motherhood and entrepreneurship to mental health, work-life balance, sexism, racism and more. No subject is off limits for these honest and raw conversations. They‘ll also share their "hot takes" on the big stories of the day and check in with listeners to see what is on their minds.

insideLINES Podcast Atoya Burleson and Tia Avril

    • Society & Culture
    • 4.8 • 49 Ratings

insideLINES celebrates women in and around sports through honest, transparent, and vulnerable conversations. Hosted by two NFL wives, Atoya Burleson and Tia Avril tackle the big topics facing women today by sharing their own personal experiences and creating a safe space for their guests to do the same. They‘ll cover everything from marriage, motherhood and entrepreneurship to mental health, work-life balance, sexism, racism and more. No subject is off limits for these honest and raw conversations. They‘ll also share their "hot takes" on the big stories of the day and check in with listeners to see what is on their minds.

    Live at Super Bowl LVIII w/Holly Robinson Peete, Sandra Douglas Morgan, Sibley Scoles, and more!

    Live at Super Bowl LVIII w/Holly Robinson Peete, Sandra Douglas Morgan, Sibley Scoles, and more!

    SUPER BOWL LIVE SHOW in Las Vegas! Atoya & Tia welcome a stellar lineup of women who are making waves in their industries. The conversation delves deep into personal journeys, career pivots, and the challenging yet rewarding aspects of their professional paths.  
    (02:40) 1st Quarter, presented by Barbados, kicks off with Holly Robinson Peete, discussing her progression from early experiences on Sesame Street to her advocacy work through the HollyRod Foundation and life as an NFL spouse.

    (23:24) 2nd Quarter: Sibley Scoles and Sandra Douglas Morgan join the ladies. Sibley is the host for the Las Vegas Raiders, with experience extending to boxing reporting and sideline reporting for the NBA. Sandra, a notable figure in Nevada’s gaming industry, is President of the Las Vegas Raiders.

    (44:28) Halftime:  Chalk Talk with Nate Burleson & Marion Brooks sponsored by Novartis.

    (56:41) 3rd Quarter: Sponsored by Barbados, this dynamic panel features thought leaders Kendra Bracken Ferguson, Dr. Angela Anderson, and Modupe Congleton who share their respective expertise in diversity, equity, and inclusion, organization leadership, & brand building.

    (1:19:20) 4th Quarter: Sponsored by Good American features an amazing panel of NFL Wives, Chariah Gordon  (Partner to KC Chief Mecole  Hardman, Jr), Adrienne Thomas (Wife to 49er coach Dustin Perry), and Chelsie Gallimore (Wife to Cowboy Neville Gallimore)! 
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    This Week’s Guest
    Holly Robinson Peete
    Sibley Scoles
    Sandra Douglas Morgan
    Kendra Bracken Ferguson
    Dr. Angela Anderson
    Modupe Congleton
    Chariah Gordon 
    Adrienne Thomas
    Chelsie Gallimore
    Nate Burleson
    Marion Brooks

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    • 1 hr 38 min
    Tia Avril & Atoya Burleson Prepping for the Upcoming Live Show!

    Tia Avril & Atoya Burleson Prepping for the Upcoming Live Show!

    Hosts Atoya Burleson & Tia Avril are popping in to your feeds to remind you about the Live Super Bowl Show coming up Thursday, February 8th at Neiman Marcus! Tickets can be purchase  here.

    The live show will air here right here in your podcast feed and on the insideLINES Podcast YouTube Channel. Check iL out on all social media platforms to stay up to date on all the latest news.  

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    • 3 min
    Atoya Burleson & Tia Avril Throw it Back to Super Bowl LVII w/Rachel Lindsay, Nneka Ogwumike, Samantha Ponder, and more!

    Atoya Burleson & Tia Avril Throw it Back to Super Bowl LVII w/Rachel Lindsay, Nneka Ogwumike, Samantha Ponder, and more!

    Hosts Tia Avril & Atoya Burleson are back with another episode of insideLINES! The ladies chat about the fifth straight Super Bowl Live Show. The show will take place Thursday, February 8th at Neiman Marcus Fashion Show Mall. Get your tickets here. 
    In the Women in Sports segment, Tia highlights Caitlin Clark passing Brittany Griner on the all time scoring list. Then, the ladies dive into the TCU women’s basketball drama. TCU held open tryouts for walk-on players to join its women's basketball team after a string of injuries left the team short on players.  

    Finally, the ladies throw it back to Super Bowl LVII in Scottsdale, AZ! During the show, presented by Neiman Marcus Scottsdale, Atoya and Tia chat with inspiring women discussing advocacy, entrepreneurship, philanthropy, and more! Guests of the  show also enjoyed a curated brunch menu through Pepsi’s DigIn initiative. 
    Super Bowl Wives Panel with Jennifer Slay (Wife of Cornerback Darius Slay), Rachol Chachere (Wife of Safety Andre Chachere), and Katya Suh (Wife of Def Tackle Ndamukong Suh) Host of Sunday NFL Countdown on ESPN, Samantha Ponder.Coffee moment with Courtney Adeleye, CEO and founder of OlbaliHalftime with Nate Burleson (Co-Host of CBS Mornings & former NFL Wide Receiver), Cliff Avril (Real Estate Developer & Super Bowl Champion), and Devon Kennard (Author & NFL linebacker). insideLINES Game Changer award to  Judge Norine Richardson.insideLINES Amplifier Award to Cari ChampionFinal  Panel with Rachel Lindsay (Bachelorette, Media Personality, & Attorney) and Nneka Ogwumike (Los Angeles Spark, WNBPA President, Entrepreneur). Be sure to follow, rate and review the podcast on the Apple Podcast and Spotify apps. It really helps us out! Thanks so much for listening and supporting our show! We appreciate you. 
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    This Week’s Guest
    Rachel Lindsay
    Nneka Ogwumike
    Cari Champion
    Judge Norine Richardson
    Nate Burleson
    Cliff Avril
    Devon Kennard
    Courtney Adeleye
    Sam Ponder
    Jennifer Slay
    Rachol Chachere
    Katya Suh

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    • 1 hr 17 min
    Antonique Peterson | Licensed Family Medicine Physician & Pilates Studio Owner

    Antonique Peterson | Licensed Family Medicine Physician & Pilates Studio Owner

    Hosts Tia Avril & Atoya Burleson are back with a new episode.  Tia is mourning the end of Pete Carroll's head coach tenure as head coach of the Seattle Seahawks. Atoya has been in the grind for the Super Bowl and excited about the playoffs.  
    We’re happy to announce our 5th straight Super Bowl Live Show. It is Thursday, February 8th at Neiman Marcus Fashion Show Mall. Get your tickets here. 

    In the Women in Sports segment, Tia is putting the spotlight on Essence’s Black Women in Sports Leadership List.

    Finally, the ladies are joined by Antonique Peterson - Licensed Family Medicine Physician & Pilates Studio Owner. The ladies delve into a riveting discussion with Antonique Peterson, offering listeners an engaging dive into the life of a medical professional balancing family, career, and entrepreneurial ambitions. Antonique shares her inspiring tale of navigating the rigorous world of medical school, while also supporting her husband's  (Patrick Peterson) NFL career and raising two daughters.

    Antonique Peterson reveals the challenges and triumphs of her journey from aspiring physician to Pilates studio owner. With a candid glimpse into the life of an NFL family, the episode is rich with stories of personal growth, goal-setting, and the power of unwavering determination. Whether discussing the trials of relocating for her husband's NFL career or the joy of seeing results from her favorite workout regimen, Antonique's narrative is both compelling and relatable, making this a must-listen episode.

    Be sure to follow, rate and review the podcast on the Apple Podcast and Spotify apps. It really helps us out! Thanks so much for listening and supporting our show! We appreciate you.

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    This Week’s Guest
    Antonique’s Instagram

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    • 33 min
    Lachauna Edwards | Attorney & NIL Consultant

    Lachauna Edwards | Attorney & NIL Consultant

    Hosts Tia Avril & Atoya Burleson are back with a new episode.  Tia is back to the swing of things with the boys being back in school. Atoya shares her excitement for her son choosing not to play basketball this year and just enjoying hanging with her kids.

    In the Women in Sports segment, Tia highlights UNC Alyssa Utsby, the first UNC women's basketball player to score a triple double. Next up, let's highlight Caitlin Clark achievements so far this season.

    Finally, the ladies are joined by Lachauna Edwards, Attorney and NIL Consultant. Lachauna shares her journey of becoming a lawyer and specializing in athletes' rights. She discusses the concept of NIL (Name, Image, and Likeness) and how it allows athletes to monetize their personal brand. Lachauna emphasizes the importance of education and empowerment for athletes and their parents in navigating the NIL landscape. She also highlights common pitfalls and challenges faced by athletes and provides insights on how to protect their rights and make informed decisions. Lachana shares her four-point protection plan for athletes, which includes establishing a business entity, protecting intellectual property, having a financial plan, and creating a contract for family involvement.

    Be sure to follow, rate and review the podcast on the Apple Podcast and Spotify apps. It really helps us out! Thanks so much for listening and supporting our show! We appreciate you.

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    Lachauna’s Instagram

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    • 49 min
    Erika McLeod | Healthcare Advocate & Philanthropist

    Erika McLeod | Healthcare Advocate & Philanthropist

    HAPPY NEW YEAR!! The ladies of insideLINES are back with their first episode of 2024! Hosts Tia Avril & Atoya Burleson catch up on their busy holiday break! Atoya and her family took a quick trip to the Bahamas, and Tia remained stateside hosting their foundation holiday festivities.  

    In the Women in Sports segment, Tia discuss' some amazing end of year highlights including:  
    Coco Gauff becoming the world’s highest paid woman athlete in 2023 at $23MSha’Carri Richardson Named 2023 USATF Athletes of the YearSerena Williams is being inducted Into National Women’s Hall of Fame 
    Finally, the ladies are joined by Erika McLeod, Youth & Healthcare Advocate and  Philanthropist. The ladies discuss: 
    Growing up in NYC/ Long IslandBeing a first generation Jamaican - American Attending UVADecision to not attend med school Youth advocacy Navigating changeChange Our Future FundMeeting her husband Rodney McLeodTwo-minute drill Be sure to follow, rate and review the podcast on the Apple Podcast and Spotify apps. It really helps us out! Thanks so much for listening and supporting our show! We appreciate you.

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    This Week’s Guest
    Erika’s Instagram
    Change Our Future Fund Instagram

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    • 1 hr 11 min

Customer Reviews

4.8 out of 5
49 Ratings

49 Ratings

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Inspiring, Educational and Raw!

The hosts Tia and Atoya create a safe space for their guests to be vulnerable and share their life experiences. The guests they interview are educated powerful WOC and it’s a delight to hear their upbringing’s, how they face adversity and advice on life. Listening to this podcast, I feel like i’m at the dinner table chatting along with them talking about life! 5/5 ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

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Love this podcast! Keep them coming!

See you next year at the SuperBowl!

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Great Content! Love the conversations!

Love the show, keep up the great work!

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