Naked with Cari Champion

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NAKED SPORTS lives at the intersection of sports, politics, and culture. It is a niche groundbreaking interview-based show that dives deep into the lives of the game-changers who have helped shape our world. We explore how sports are interwoven not only into their personal lives; but the role they play in the global experience.  NAKED SPORTS is hosted by Cari Champion, a trailblazing broadcast journalist and television personality renowned for her pioneering contributions to sports media for women.

In each episode, this distinguished host sits down with, a diverse array of athletes, politicians, and cultural innovators who have left an indelible mark on their fields. Through intimate, unfiltered conversations, the show reveals the raw and vulnerable sides of their journeys—peeling back the layers to explore the defining moments, personal struggles, and transformative experiences that live at the intersection of sports, culture, and politics.

These conversations are thematically linked to live at the intersection and on this new season of NAKED SPORTS, we begin with a six-part docu-series, The Making of a Rivalry: Caitlin Clark vs. Angel Reese, in which Cari questions how this “rivalry” started. Does the necessity for success depend on a foil? In a time of divisiveness, are sports—more specifically the WNBA—a reflection of our country? Or will the greatness of two supernovas unite this country and heal race relations?

NAKED SPORTS guests will span varied backgrounds, providing diverse perspectives as we examine how sports play a crucial role in nearly every aspect of life.

Connect: @CARICHAMPION 

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Recent Reviews
  • *bloodclaudia3*
    A Queen
    Cari champion is a Queen. Not only are her podcasts/interviews intriguing, but she often has to set the record straight on cnn. Cari speaks so professionally, when I would be rolling my eyes and getting hot about some of the statements others are saying to her on tv. Top journalist moves
  • Lkrlftyfan
    Rivalry can be a good thing!!
    Cari this 6 part episode is great listening!!! . I thank you for breaking down the players together and individually. As long as they both are in the league I believe there will be a spoken and unspoken rivalry. Also including the parallels of The film Love and Basketball- excellent!!
  • ngjingji
    Clown show
    What a joke acting like Clark and Reese brought equal attention to wnba . Biased much ?
  • Willaw2004
    The best podcast
    Naked is the best podcast out there. Cari is an amazing interviewer. Her podcasts are always top tier and it’s great to see her continuing to grow in her career. She represents Black women to the max.
  • sista_redd
    Magnificent ❤️
    I love Cari’s interview style! She asks thoughtful questions, is a great listener and masterful debater. Keep thriving, Cari!🙏🏽
  • Toby Toss
    WoW
    Love your podcast but this commercial take up all content. Want more content!!!
  • Brilliant1
    Ok Cari
    You got me here with your intriguing Instagram post that triggered me to go off on my phone in your comments section lol so I'm here now ok bc these triple F epic fail lister celebs be blowin mine with their ignorance smh
  • Lana8008
    Phenomenal Women Is She!
    Wow Cari! I never leave reviews, this is by far my fav podcast! I love love how personal (naked☺️) you help people become. Your line of questioning is very personal and layered. These stories are needed in our culture and very well received. You help humanize powerful people, which in the end I summarize that we all want the same things in life; which is validation, belongingness and love! Thank you Cari! I will ALWAYS SUPPORT! Don’t Stop!❤️
  • drbsavvy
    Champion with ease
    First ran into on television with the tennis channel & been a supporter of your work ever since. Very professional and captivating. Keep at it.
  • mansa musa44
    Love this
    Sista!!! I just found this today!!!! Thank you!!!! I need this. WE need this!!!
  • Bsochic
    LeBatard
    The fact that he gave you that interview only validates how relevant, smart and amazing you are.
  • Cam from Central Park
    Mental health
    I really enjoy when even the hardest of the hardest opens up. Of the busiest person. We are all human. We are more than the image we choose to uphold. Thanks cari
  • Quinton806
    5 stars!
    Cari Champion, thank you for this dope, authentic and refreshing podcast. Keep em coming!
  • DAM T.ACK58
    Naked
    I just love Cari she’s just good at what she does
  • Fitchloe
    Cari is a Champion!
    A must listen! Every episode. I love listening to Cari! She’s such an incredible woman. The Naked podcast is so refreshing. The way that Cari uses her voice to empower others, provide a platform for inspiring conversation, encounters the tough conversations with so much grace and courage. Thank you Cari, for sharing all of these raw and real conversations with us! So much to learn and be inspired by! There’s no wonder why you’re the Champ!! Rock on!
  • allabouttheU305
    GREAT PODCAST
    Cari Champion does a fantastic job on this podcast by not only having sports figures, but those not in sports and she asks the right questions and connects with the guests! I also like that it is not too short and not too long like other podcasts! My only issue is with the frequency of the commercials.
  • solla222
    Love it!
    I love the vulnerability of each guest!
  • dreajai
    Naked
    Dope, periodt!
  • A Guys who love the posdcast
    Love The Pod!!!
    This weeks episode with you and Jemele👏🏾👏🏾 EVERYTHING!! Can’t wait for next week.
  • gstills1
    Best
    This podcast is fantastic
  • MK Ward 54
    Champion
    Absolutely love this podcast!!!
  • Rufus Brown
    I love the podcast
    Love the show i really love the topics you speak on, I can relate in a lot of ways. My only problem is the constant loop of the music in the background, it’s entirely annoying.
  • Tompaul6
    Cari & Jemele Rule - Best Podcast yet
    Cari having Jemele On Your new podcast is so very very necessary as both of You the Earth, Wind & Fire needed to prove and disprove points about what’s going on in this World. Keep carrying the torch for the new ancestors. Peace Tom
  • JasmyneGoddess
    Amazing !!! I’m addicted!
    I’m in love with this podcast!
  • houseball289
    Lebatard bump
    Bumping it
  • Cali Faith
    Captivating Cari
    The way Cari connects with her audience is captivating. She is knowledgeable about her guests and has a tendency to ask the questions the audience wants answered. Her journalistic talent, transparency and credibility are unmatched. Looking forward to more captivating conversations with Cari.
  • SamL602
    All Hail Queen Cari
    Outstanding podcast keep up the great work, love the show Cari
  • drew's House
    This feels GoOD
    Cari I Believe this is yoUr calling. The Potential feels overwhelming, try to reach out to unassuming/unexpected celebrities and even non-celebrities, just Beautiful People with Beautiful Nakedness, Life Changing Potential - Congratulations 💪🏾🤎💪🏾
  • Mz Jordan
    Naked
    Cari this is going to be amazing👏🏽👏🏽 I’m not missing an episode 👏🏽👏🏽👑💞
  • ThereseTheBeast
    Cari is a gift!
    Cari has always been sincere, thoughtful, and honest - and I’m so happy she’s brought that to a new podcast where she can encourage her guests to see the strength in vulnerability. I’m happy to be a loyal listener to come and give five stars on day one because I know this will be incredible!!
  • Tribbzthecool
    Great podcast!
    The stories on this show are amazing. I can’t wait to hear more!
  • @itsRadioBiz
    I’m ready for this!!!
    Cari, I can ALWAYS count on you to keep bringing this 🔥🔥🔥🔥 content!!
  • Coach Edniesha "Eddie" Curry
    Coach Eddie
    Proud of you ❤️
  • DisNeguHere
    scentedexcursion.com
    Cari ♥️
  • GenMakay
    It will be great!
    I know this podcast is going to be everything! Cari is like that fun cousin who will give us all the gems!
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