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 program Most Valuable Pivot, which helps young athletes find their identity beyond sports.

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&mdash;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 program Most Valuable Pivot, which helps young athletes find their identity beyond sports.

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.

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.

Levels to This with Sheryl Swoopes and Terrika Foster-Brasby

High Level Conversations: Ivy Harrington, Miss New Jersey 2025

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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 for the WNBA offseason, and what they’re most excited about heading into another season of Unrivaled and Athletes Unlimited. 

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&rsquo;s $1,000 Christmas giveaway and reflect on the power of giving back. Then it&rsquo;s back to basketball: from A&rsquo;ja Wilson&rsquo;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 for the WNBA offseason, and what they&rsquo;re most excited about heading into another season of Unrivaled and Athletes Unlimited.&nbsp;

Levels to the WNBA Offseason 

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On this episode of Levels 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 step back or start fresh. It’s honest, funny, and full of gems.

On this episode of&nbsp;Levels to This, Sheryl Swoopes and Terrika Foster-Brasby get real about the messy middle of doing what you love for a living. From Sheryl&rsquo;s years of championships and pressure to Terrika&rsquo;s rise in sports media, they unpack the unseen side of &ldquo;dream jobs&rdquo;&mdash;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&rsquo;s time to step back or start fresh. It&rsquo;s honest, funny, and full of gems.

 Levels to Doing What You Love

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On this episode of Levels to This, Sheryl Swoopes and Terrika Foster-Brasby give Thanksgiving the respect it deserves. From the must-have dishes on their plates — dressing (not stuffing), mac and cheese, collard greens, yams, ham, and even chitlins — to the foods they refuse to negotiate on, the two break down the traditions that make the holiday what it is. It’s funny, it’s honest, and it might just start a debate at your own Thanksgiving table. And of course, they level up by sharing what they're thankful for. Which includes YOU, our listeners! Don't forget to enter the $1000 Giveaway! Check @LTTPod on IG for more.

On this episode of Levels to This, Sheryl Swoopes and Terrika Foster-Brasby give Thanksgiving the respect it deserves. From the must-have dishes on their plates &mdash; dressing (not stuffing), mac and cheese, collard greens, yams, ham, and even chitlins &mdash; to the foods they refuse to negotiate on, the two break down the traditions that make the holiday what it is. It&rsquo;s funny, it&rsquo;s honest, and it might just start a debate at your own Thanksgiving table. And of course, they level up by sharing what they're thankful for. Which includes YOU, our listeners! Don't forget to enter the $1000 Giveaway! Check @LTTPod on IG for more.

Levels to THANKSGIVING

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High Level Conversations: Ivy Harrington, Miss New Jersey 2025

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