On this episode of Levels to This, hosts Sheryl Swoopes and Terrika Foster-Brasby are joined by WNBA All-Star and Duke legend Alana Beard. The two-time Defensive Player of the Year reflects on guarding the league’s toughest scorers, battling back from injury, and what it was like playing across multiple generations of the W. Plus, Alana breaks down her vision for Project B, a new global, touring basketball league built around player ownership. Tipoff is November 2026—don't miss it!

On this episode of&nbsp;Levels to This, hosts Sheryl Swoopes and Terrika Foster-Brasby are joined by WNBA All-Star and Duke legend Alana Beard. The two-time Defensive Player of the Year reflects on guarding the league&rsquo;s toughest scorers, battling back from injury, and what it was like playing across multiple generations of the W. Plus, Alana breaks down her vision for Project B, a new global, touring basketball league built around player ownership. Tipoff is November 2026&mdash;don't miss it!

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: WNBA Legend Alana Beard 

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On this episode of Levels to This, Sheryl Swoopes and Terrika Foster-Brasby sit down with CIAA Commissioner Jacqie McWilliams Parker for a conversation on leadership, resilience, and the evolving landscape of HBCU athletics. From her journey to becoming the first woman to lead the conference to the lessons she’s learned navigating pressure, perception, and change, McWilliams Parker shares what it takes to lead with purpose. They also break down what makes the CIAA experience so unique, from its deep cultural impact to its role in creating opportunities for student-athletes beyond the game. The conversation highlights the importance of representation, community, and why building legacy matters now more than ever.

On this episode of&nbsp;Levels to This, Sheryl Swoopes and Terrika Foster-Brasby sit down with CIAA Commissioner Jacqie McWilliams Parker for a conversation on leadership, resilience, and the evolving landscape of HBCU athletics. From her journey to becoming the first woman to lead the conference to the lessons she&rsquo;s learned navigating pressure, perception, and change, McWilliams Parker shares what it takes to lead with purpose. They also break down what makes the CIAA experience so unique, from its deep cultural impact to its role in creating opportunities for student-athletes beyond the game. The conversation highlights the importance of representation, community, and why building legacy matters now more than ever.

High Level Conversations: CIAA Commissioner Jacqie McWilliams Parker

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On this episode of Levels to This, Sheryl Swoopes and Terrika Foster-Brasby dig into the WNBA’s long legacy of activism—and why this moment feels especially urgent. They react to Breanna Stewart’s “Abolish ICE” sign, unpack why players across the league are speaking out, and connect today’s political climate to the WNBA’s history of standing on the front lines of social justice. From Minneapolis to the bubble to now, Sheryl and Tee make the case that this league has never been about “shut up and dribble.” And it never will be.

On this episode of Levels to This, Sheryl Swoopes and Terrika Foster-Brasby dig into the WNBA&rsquo;s long legacy of activism&mdash;and why this moment feels especially urgent. They react to Breanna Stewart&rsquo;s &ldquo;Abolish ICE&rdquo; sign, unpack why players across the league are speaking out, and connect today&rsquo;s political climate to the WNBA&rsquo;s history of standing on the front lines of social justice. From Minneapolis to the bubble to now, Sheryl and Tee make the case that this league has never been about &ldquo;shut up and dribble.&rdquo; And it never will be.

Levels to WNBA Activism

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On this episode of Levels to This, Sheryl Swoopes and Terrika Foster-Brasby kick off (one of) the most wonderful times of the year: Athletes Unlimited season! They break down why this year’s AU roster might be the deepest yet, from returning champions and OGs to rookies looking to prove they belong. The duo digs into what makes AU such a critical cultivation ground for players fighting for WNBA opportunities, the impact of vets like Tina Charles joining the mix, and why this season feels especially important for player development. They also get into new builds for AU this year—from named teams to real coaching staffs—and make early, spicy predictions about who could walk away as champion. PLUS: Should AU be the WNBA's G League?

On this episode of&nbsp;Levels to This,&nbsp;Sheryl Swoopes&nbsp;and&nbsp;Terrika Foster-Brasby&nbsp;kick off (one of) the most wonderful times of the year: Athletes Unlimited season! They break down why this year&rsquo;s AU roster might be the deepest yet, from returning champions and OGs to rookies looking to prove they belong. The duo digs into what makes AU such a critical cultivation ground for players fighting for WNBA opportunities, the impact of vets like Tina Charles joining the mix, and why this season feels especially important for player development. They also get into new builds for AU this year&mdash;from named teams to real coaching staffs&mdash;and make early, spicy predictions about who could walk away as champion. PLUS: Should AU be the WNBA's G League?

Levels to AU Season 5

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