The Coop with Kit
Kit Hoover
Podcast
Episodes
Listen, download, subscribe
Marion Jones: Redemption, Resilience & Hitting Her Boldest Stride
What happens when the fastest woman in the world steps into The Coop? You get a no-holds-barred conversation that’s equal parts jaw-dropper, life coach, and soul shake. Featuring Olympic gold medalist, WNBA pro, and fellow Tar Heel, Marion Jones—a true legend who has lived the highest highs and lowest lows on a very public stage. A woman who soared, stumbled, and showed up with more heart than ever. From field day phenom to global icon, prison time to present-day purpose, Marion’s story is one of grit, grace, and finding your second wind. This isn’t just an interview in The Coop—it’s a masterclass in starting over, laughing through the mess, and owning every single chapter of your story. In this episode: • The 9-year-old chalkboard prophecy that sparked a gold medal dream • The time her dad showed up at a game—and she never saw him again • What it feels like to be in the starting blocks at the Olympics • What really happened with the federal investigation and prison sentence • 49 days in solitary confinement: how it broke her down and built her back up • Motherhood, mental health, and rewriting your story at 50 Plus: prison fights, creatine gummies, and the wild “Prudes vs. Nudes” UNC track meet-up you didn’t know you needed to hear about. This episode is fast, funny, and full of feeling—and proves that failure doesn’t define you. 🎧 Listen now on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or watch on YouTube. ✨ Follow the show and send this one to someone who needs a reminder: your lowest moment isn’t your last and failure doesn’t define you. There’s always a second wind. -- This episode was produced by Kit Hoover and Harper McDonald. Business Development by Casey Ladd. Editing by You & Me Media. -- To learn more about our sponsors: Erin Gray The perfect white Tshirt has been found. The softest Pima cotton from Peru. Pre shrunk and pre washed and no tags. https://eringraydesign.com Use code COOP20 for 20% off your next order. Blue Delta Jeans There is nothing like custom-fit jeans. Once you try them, you will never go back. Easy measuring system to your best-fitting jeans ever. bluedeltajeans.com Use code COOP20 for 20% off your next order Follow The Coop with Kit on Instagram @kithoover and @thecoopwithkithoover
The Coop with Kit RSS Feed
