In 2000, Marion Jones Jones won five medals at the Sydney Olympics. She was celebrated as the fastest woman in the world, appeared on the cover of “Vogue,” and was sponsored by Nike. But then, she lost everything. In 2003, she lied to federal investigators about performance enhancing drugs. In the end, Marion was stripped of her Olympic medals, and was sentenced to prison. More than two decades later, Marion Jones is back in the limelight to share the wisdom she’s earned from her biggest mistakes.

<p>In 2000, Marion Jones Jones won five medals at the Sydney Olympics. She was celebrated as the fastest woman in the world, appeared on the cover of &ldquo;Vogue,&rdquo; and was sponsored by Nike. But then, she lost everything. In 2003, she lied to federal investigators about performance enhancing drugs. In the end, Marion was stripped of her Olympic medals, and was sentenced to prison. More than two decades later, Marion Jones is back in the limelight to share the wisdom she&rsquo;s earned from her biggest mistakes.</p>

The Bright Side, the hit podcast from Hello Sunshine, is back for a brand new season! Every Monday, join Emmy nominated host, Simone Boyce, as she brings you a dose of culture and inspiration - with celebrity interviews, the latest in health and wellness, smart takes on pop culture, and real conversations with women doing amazing things. The Bright Side is a destination for joy and connection; the show is designed to inspire, educate, and empower women as they navigate everyday challenges and live life to the fullest. 

<p>The Bright Side, the hit podcast from Hello Sunshine, is back for a brand new season! Every Monday, join Emmy nominated host, Simone Boyce, as she brings you a dose of culture and inspiration - with celebrity interviews, the latest in health and wellness, smart takes on pop culture, and real conversations with women doing amazing things. The Bright Side is a destination for joy and connection; the show is designed to inspire, educate, and empower women as they navigate everyday challenges and live life to the fullest.&nbsp;</p>

The Bright Side: A Hello Sunshine Podcast

Lessons in Moving On, with Marion Jones

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