insideLINES Podcast
insideLINES celebrates women in and around sports through honest, transparent, and vulnerable conversations. Hosted by two NFL wives, Atoya Burleson tackles 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.
Episodes
119 episodes
Faith, Fertility, and Finding Balance with Aikisha Colon
In this episode, Aikisha Colón shares the inspiration behind her book Faith and Fertility and her journey through eight miscarriages, motherhood later in life, and perimenopause. She opens up about faith, family, and resilience while r...
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Finding Your Voice: Identity, Storytelling & Legacy with Natasha Alford
Natasha Alford shares her journey as an African American-Latina storyteller, from journalism to digital leadership, navigating identity, health, and womanhood, and using her voice to amplify overlooked stories while leaving a lasting legacy.
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Beyond the Field | Lifestyle Management with Athlete Relations
Sit down with Ally Nielsen, founder of a lifestyle management company dedicated to supporting NFL players and their families. Ally shares what inspired her to create personalized services that go beyond traditional team offerings, how she tailo...
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Gifts of Spirit and Success with Dr. Natasha Leath
Join host Atoya Burleson in an uplifting conversation with Dr. Natasha Leath, widely known as Talk to Tash. Recipient of an honorary doctorate and the Presidential Lifetime Achievement Award, Tash is celebrated for her unique spiritual...
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Power, Politics & Possibility with Stacey Abrams
This week on InsideLINES, we kick off with a powerhouse guest, Stacey Abrams. From bestselling novelist to political leader and voting rights advocate, Stacey’s influence spans law, literature, and democracy. She joins us to discuss he...
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Breaking Barriers and Building Legacies with Morgan Cato
Join host Atoya Burleson as she sits down with trailblazer Morgan Cato, the first woman of color to serve as Assistant General Manager and Vice President of Basketball Operations for the Phoenix Suns. In this inspiring conversation, Morgan shar...
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Sade Vanessa: From Swimwear to Spotlight: A Journey of Grace, Grit & Growth
Sade Vanessa joins us for a powerful conversation about life, love, and leveling up.We talk about her journey as founder & CEO of Seven02Swim, her breakout role on Netflix’s W.A.G.s to Riches, and her recent pivot into high-...
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insideLINES Live in New Orleans at Super Bowl LIX
Join host Atoya Burleson for the unforgettable 6th Annual insideLINES Super Bowl Podcast Live at Saks Fifth Avenue in New Orleans, celebrating HER Season, a movement of empowerment, growth, and transformation.This year’s theme, Her Seas...
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Building Brands and Balancing Mental Health with Ari Jackson
Join host Atoya Burleson and Ari Jackson as they dive into Ari’s journey in the marketing world, where she’s made her mark building legacy brands like Jared and European Wax Center. Amid her professional achievements, Ari is also a devoted moth...
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Fitness, Faith, and Family with Rylie Roozeboom
Join host Atoya Burleson and Rylie Roozeboom as they discuss Rylie’s journey from Gatorade Player of the Year in Nebraska to Division 1 basketball at South Dakota State University. Discover how her early successes shaped her fitness approach an...
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Empowering Women with Lucinda Cross
Join host Atoya Burleson as she talks with Lucinda Cross, a media personality and leadership trainer honored as one of Forbes Next 1000 and Verizon's Small Business Comeback Coach. As the Founder and CEO of Activate Worldwide, Lucinda champions...
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Navigating Life: Homeownership, Career, and Motherhood with Teniqual Tolbert
Join host Atoya Burleson as she chats with Teniqual Tolbert, a Houston native and seasoned Realtor with over 16 years of experience. After dedicating 19 years to the federal government as a Human Resource Specialist, Teniqual retired in 2021 to...
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Empowered Entrepreneurship with Dr. Arkell Cox
Join host Atoya Burleson as she welcomes Dr. Arkell Cox, a visionary businesswoman, author, and award-winning film producer. From her roots in Brooklyn, Arkell has built an impressive career as the owner of three IHOP restaurants and a franchis...
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From Soccer Fields to Real Estate Dreams - Emily Jenkins
Join host Atoya Burleson and co-host Alexandra Sanders alongside Emily Jenkins. Emily shares her remarkable journey from a college soccer player to a dynamic real estate entrepreneur. Emily, wife to Seattle Seahawks' Rayshawn Jenkins and ...
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Double Date with Atoya and Nate: The Dynamic Journey of Spice & Andenika Adams
In this episode, we chat with the charismatic former NFL player known as “Double A” Anthony “Spice” Adams and his wife Andenika Adams, who share the journey from the football field to the world of media. Reflecting on what inspired Anthony to p...
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Reinventing Yourself: A Catch-Up with Sara Hood on Brand Building
Join host Atoya Burleson as she welcomes back Sara Hood, who first joined us three years ago, and her life has changed dramatically since then, launching her brand, “Sara Lovestyle.”Now navigating life as a single mother, Sara opens up a...
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Balancing Fame and Authenticity | Keltie Knight on Success and Resilience
Join host Atoya Burleson with Keltie Knight, a three-time Emmy Award-winning television personality and New York Times bestselling author. As the host of the hit podcast LadyGang, which boasts over 250 million downloads, Keltie shares her insig...
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Double Date with Atoya and Nate: Athletes to Entrepreneurs with Marissa and Jeff Allen
Join us for another Double Date with Atoya and Nate, as they chat with Jeff and Marissa Allen, a dynamic duo who transitioned from their athletic backgrounds in football and soccer to create the thriving cookie brand, Cookie Society. They share...
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Friendship & Careers: A Journey Together with Whitney Risner and Paige Bieker
Join host Atoya Burleson as we welcome special guests Whitney Risner, Founder of WaaWees Jewelry, and Paige Bieker, Real Estate Broker, for an inspiring conversation! In this episode, we explore the evolution of their careers and the exciting p...
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Visionary Leadership: Scaling Success with Busie Matsiko
Sit down with host Atoya Burleson and Busie Matsiko, an award-winning global strategist and CEO of Pont Global. With a distinguished career on Wall Street and a reputation for transformative impact leadership, Busie shares her journey from top ...
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Embracing Change | Journey from Tech to Motherhood with Amanda Taney
Join host Atoya Burleson by welcoming Amanda, a former tech industry professional who has gracefully transitioned into the role of a stay-at-home mom to two wonderful babies. In this episode, Amanda shares her passion for family, staying active...
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Shifting Gears: An NFL Marketing Pro’s Path to Fitness Inspiration
Join Host Atoya Burleson in this episode as we chat with a former NFL sponsorship and marketing professional who transformed her career to become a Peloton instructor. She shares her challenging journey to motherhood and how fitness played a cr...
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From Stage to Strategy: Leading your purpose with Alechia Reese
Join host Atoya Burleson as she chats with Alechia Reese, a dynamic transformation coach, best-selling author, and co-host of the top-ranked podcasts Triggered AF and Got Value Nation. With accolades like the Woman of Power award from Bank of A...
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The Balancing Act: Love, Sports, and Entrepreneurship
Join host Atoya Burleson as she sits down with Chelsea Adofo-Mensah, a YouTube TV researcher and wife of Minnesota Vikings General Manager Kwesi Adofo-Mensah, and Leah O'Connell, a former fitness model, youth sports coach, and fitness trainer, ...
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Behind the Scenes with Emily Engram: Fashion, Love, and Football
Join host Atoya Burleson as we tune into the whirlwind life of Emily Engram, a fashion model who navigated a childhood filled with constant change and embraced her journey to success. From moving every 18 months as a military kid to walking the...
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