In this episode, Ashlyn manages to wrangle the ever-busy, ever-industrious Billie Jean King for a chat. The two reminisce about their early sports days and how athletics shaped them into the people they are today. Billie paints a picture of the pre-Title IX world and the many decades of hard work she’s put in to change the landscape of women’s sports. Plus, we hear about Billie’s ongoing relationship with her body, sexuality, and legacy.

In this episode, Ashlyn manages to wrangle the ever-busy, ever-industrious Billie Jean King for a chat. The two reminisce about their early sports days and how athletics shaped them into the people they are today. Billie paints a picture of the pre-Title IX world and the many decades of hard work she&rsquo;s put in to change the landscape of women&rsquo;s sports. Plus, we hear about Billie&rsquo;s ongoing relationship with her body, sexuality, and legacy.

“Wide Open with Ashlyn Harris” invites guests and listeners alike to open up, share their struggles and triumphs, and explore how being wide open—both on the field and in life—leads to personal and professional growth. Each episode, Ashlyn Harris leads an unfiltered conversation with an influential figure from sports, entertainment, fashion, music, or politics.

In sports, “wide open” signifies a moment of readiness, awareness, and opportunity to make an impact. In the real world, it reflects vulnerability, honesty, and courage to face challenges with authenticity. On this podcast, “wide open” means seizing opportunities, breaking down barriers, and embracing one’s true self.

“Wide Open with Ashlyn Harris” invites guests and listeners alike to open up, share their struggles and triumphs, and explore how being wide open—both on the field and in life—leads to personal and professional growth. Each episode, Ashlyn Harris leads an unfiltered conversation with an influential figure from sports, entertainment, fashion, music, or politics.
In sports, “wide open” signifies a moment of readiness, awareness, and opportunity to make an impact. In the real world, it reflects vulnerability, honesty, and courage to face challenges with authenticity. On this podcast, “wide open” means seizing opportunities, breaking down barriers, and embracing one’s true self.

Wide Open with Ashlyn Harris

The Moment Billie Jean King Started Seeing the Fruits of Her Labor

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