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The It Girls
by Maddie Berezowitz and Azhani Tealer
After winning a national championship at Kentucky, teammates Maddie Berezowitz and Azhani Tealer realize that a true It Girl holds untold stories of challenges and triumphs. Get ready for candid conversations, laughter, and a celebration of the unstoppable spirit of winning women.
Episodes
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EP. #27: Azhani on Life Outside of Volleyball, Singleness, & the Reality of Personal Growth
Azhani fishes? What? Yeah, we learned something new in this episode too. Let’s catch up with 1/2 of your It Girl hosts today as Z fills us in on all things moving, her life outside of pro-volleyball, and using her faith to be grounded in this time of her life. Our favorite quote from this ep?...
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EP. #26: What It Take to Raise National Champions with LaTosha & Barb
Welcome to the episode that we’ve been looking forward to since the beginning: THE MOMS. LaTosha Tealer and Barb Berezowitz are here dishing out all of the details: From the lowdown on Maddie & Azhani, to what it takes to raise championship athletes, to advice from mothers who have done it all....
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EP. #25: PVF CEO Jen Spicher on Building the PVF & Her Extraordinary Career in Business
Whether you’re a volleyball fan or not, the creation of the Pro Volleyball Federation in America is ground-breaking, and the It Girls now have PVF CEO Jen Spicher on telling the story. From getting the call, to building the teams, to using her past experiences in business, she is the woman in the...
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EP. #24: The Duo on the WNBA Draft, Personal Life Updates, the Double Contact Rule, & Coach Cal Leaving UK
The duo is BACK in the second episode of It Girls Season 2. Catch up with Maddie and Azhani as they talk about Z's routines on the road as a pro volleyball-er, her new position at Vanderbilt, and Maddie's corporate grind (and how to stay optimistic...hint: it's planning trips!). They also dive…
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EP. #23: Erin Matson on How She Won a D1 National Championship as a 23-Year-Old Head Coach
Erin Matson joins us in Episode 1 of Season 2 of It Girls as we delve into the unbelievable story of a 23-year-old field hockey head coach who defied the odds to lead her team to a national championship victory. From her days as a standout player at UNC, to her transition into coaching her former...
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EP. #22: Maddie on Surviving the Post-College Transition, from Student Athlete to Investment Banking
Join Maddie on her first solo episode as she takes us through the highs and lows of transitioning into “adulting” after college graduation. From adapting to a new routine (that doesn’t include time on the court) to reminiscing on the memories she truly remembers from her time at Kentucky, gain...
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EP. #21: Elizabeth Eddy on What It Takes to Play Two D1 Sports in College (& How to Do It)
Elizabeth Eddy joins Maddie Berezowitz and Azhani Tealer on today's new episode of The It Girls. Elizabeth Eddy is a midfielder for Angel City FC, a true hometown hero having grown up nearby Costa Mesa, CA. In this episode, Elizabeth talks about how she juggled two D1 sports in college, a…
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EP. #20: The Duo on New Year's Resolutions and a Q&A
Z and Maddie open the curtain into their 2023, giving personal anecdotes about their trials and their accomplishments from the year. Then, the girls answered questions from YOU about their boyfriends, their dreams for 2024, Texas’ championship, and their opinions on Kentucky Volleyball. The girls...
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EP. #19: Azhani on Her Biggest Decision and Why the Grass Isn't Always Greener
Z takes some time (on the day of her own graduation) to talk about this extremely unique time of her life: her gratitude for Kentucky, her future plans, and her take on the current state of the transfer portal and the NCAA. Tune in for another great episode of The It Girls! FOLLOW US HERE: →...
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EP. #18: Dr. Pam Ross on Following Your Calling, Fasting, & The Power of Authenticity
Today's new episode of The It Girls features winning woman Dr. Pam Ross, a seasoned leadership coach and motivational speaker. Dr. Pam Ross is an inspirational activist with a powerful ability to identify and activate the genius in others. She is a multiplier who has led hundreds of teams and...
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EP. #17: The Duo on Women's Sports Tea, Maddie and Z's Childhood + Z’s Greatest Advice
Tune in for Berez and Z’s first duo episode on It Girls! From talking about your boyfriend’s ex-girlfriends to fake news in the sports world with Charissa Thompson to predictions for the upcoming NCAA volleyball tournament, this episode’s got more side dishes than your Thanksgiving dinner. FOLLOW...
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EP. #16: Masai Russell on How to Advocate For Yourself and Grow Your Brand as an Athlete
As a standout athlete known for her exceptional performances in hurdles, Masai Russell takes us behind the scenes, sharing all about her life as a professional athlete and professional influencer. Discover the passion that fuels her training, the transition after college as a student athlete, and...
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EP. #15: Emily Ehman on Broadcaster Journey, Big Ten Network & Destigmatizing Mental Health
Emily Ehman joins Maddie Berezowitz and Azhani Tealer on today's new episode of The It Girls. Emily Ehman talks about her volleyball career at Northwestern, her broadcasting journey, joining the Big Ten Network, and how she's helping destigmatize mental health in sports. Emily also opens up about...
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EP. #14: Sue Enquist on Her Coaching Career and The Future of Women's Sports
Hall of fame softball player and coach, Sue Enquist, joins Maddie Berezowitz and Azhani Tealer on today's new episode of The It Girls. Sue Enquist recalls her years as a collegiate softball player, her wildly successful coaching tenure at UCLA, and discusses where she sees the future of women's...
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EP. #13: Sydney McLaughlin-Levrone On 2024 Paris Olympics, Rise To Fame & Love Story
Olympic and World Champion hurdler, Sydney McLaughlin-Levrone, joins Maddie Berezowitz and Azhani Tealer on today's new episode of The It Girls. Sydney McLaughlin-Levrone gets personal about her rapid rise to fame, signing with New Balance, finding peace through faith, and her mindset for the…
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EP. #12: Isabella Magnelli on Her Training Regimen, Team Culture at Kentucky, & Faith's Role in Her Life
University of Kentucky gymnast, Isabella Magnelli, joins Maddie Berezowitz and Azhani Tealer on today's new episode of The It Girls. Isabella Magnelli opens up about her journey through youth gymnastics, the family culture at UK, how faith has impacted her life, and more. Tune in to hear…
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EP. #11: Ally Schlegel on Getting Drafted By Chicago Red Stars, Penn State Soccer & Life In The NWSL
Chicago Red Stars Forward, Ally Schlegel, joins Maddie Berezowitz and Azhani Tealer on today's new episode of The It Girls. Ally Schlegel opens up about her time playing for Penn State, her decision to play professional soccer, how she's adjusting to the Chicago Red Stars, and more. Tune in to...
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EP. #10: Lauren Barnes on Wisconsin Volleyball Career, 2021 National Title & Always Betting On Yourself
Former Wisconsin Volleyball player, Lauren Barnes, joins Maddie Berezowitz and Azhani Tealer on today's new episode of The It Girls podcast. Lauren Barnes gets personal about the highs and lows of her college volleyball career and why the former No. 1 libero decided to not go pro. Lauren also...
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The It Girls Origin Story: Maddie Berezowitz and Azhani Tealer
On this special episode of The It Girls, co-hosts Maddie Berezowitz and Azhani Tealer get personal about the origin story of The It Girls Podcast. Maddie and Z explain how their friendship began when the two were teammates on Kentucky's Volleyball Team, their mission to tell the stories of…
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EP. #9: Tracey Benford, Goldman Sachs Exec, On Finance In The 80's & Why She Only Hires College Athletes
Goldman Sachs MD and former Northwestern Basketball player Tracey Benford stars in this week's episode of The It Girls podcast. In this episode, Tracey talks about the challenges she faced throughout her career in finance, the lessons she learned from playing college basketball, why college...
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EP. #8: Anna Wilson on Growing Up w/ Russell Wilson, Life Of A Stanford Athlete, & Coach VanDerveer
Anna Wilson joins The It Girls for a conversation on women's sports, Stanford Basketball, her brother and NFL QB Russell Wilson, and the current state of women's college basketball. Anna also opens up about the highs and lows of her basketball career, what it was like growing up alongside Russell...
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EP. #7: Andrea Nucete-Elliott on Her Journey From Pro Volleyball to Entrepreneurship with TIY Hair Ties
Former pro volleyball star, Andrea Nucete-Elliott, joins The It Girls for a conversation covering her volleyball career, growing up in Venezuela, the challenges she's faced building her own business (TIY Hair Ties), the Texas Volleyball team, and more... Andrea also opens up about her battles…
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EP. #6: Kateri Poole on Angel Reese, Caitlin Clark Drama & Worst Kim Mulkey Outfits
LSU guard Kateri Poole reveals untold stories of the Tigers' 2023 national championship, what it's like playing alongside Angel Reese & Flau'jae Johnson, what actually happened with the Caitlin Clark drama, and more... Kater also opens up about the Tigers' path to the national championship, what…
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EP. #5: Cami Kronish on Winning 3 National Championships at Wisconsin & Fighting Self Doubt
Wisconsin Hockey is a powerhouse and they have the trophies, championships, and history to back it up. But the next great Wisconsin Hockey player? Cami Kronish. After winning 3 national championships and 1 Frozen Four MOP, Cami Kronish has etched her name in Wisconsin Hockey history. And now she…
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EP. #4: Rhyne Howard On Life In The WNBA, Winning Rookie Of The Year, & Relationship With Kevin Durant
Fresh off an impressive rookie campaign that landed her a bid to the all-star game and Rookie of the Year status, Rhyne Howard joins The It Girls to talk basketball, life, and everything in between. In 2022, Howard was selected No. 1 overall in the WNBA Draft and has lived up to all the hype. On...
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EP. #3: Zoe Fleck on Winning A National Championship At Texas
This week, Maddie and Z talk with national champion and former Texas Longhorns Volleyball star Zoe Fleck. After winning a national championship with Texas in 2022, Zoe made the jump to professional volleyball overseas in Germany. In this episode, Zoe opens up about her journey to becoming a...
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EP. #2: Anna Camden on Becoming TikTok Famous Playing College Basketball
This week, Maddie and Z talk with TikTok star and Penn State Basketball standout Anna Camden. Playing college sports is challenging - playing college sports while trying to build a brand is even harder. Anna reveals how she balances the two, and why authenticity is so important for her personal...
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EP #1: Kiya Johnson on the Life of an LSU Gymnast
On the very first episode of The It Girls podcast, co-hosts Maddie Berezowitz and Azhani Tealer are joined by 8x All-American & LSU Gymnast, Kiya Johnson. Together, they take a deep look inside the world of college gymnastics and the grueling training it takes to get there. Kiya also opens up…
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ABOUT THIS SHOW
After winning a national championship at Kentucky, teammates Maddie Berezowitz and Azhani Tealer realize that a true It Girl holds untold stories of challenges and triumphs. Get ready for candid conversations, laughter, and a celebration of the unstoppable spirit of winning women.
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After winning a national championship at Kentucky, teammates Maddie Berezowitz and Azhani Tealer realize that a true It Girl holds untold stories of challenges and triumphs. Get ready for candid conversations, laughter, and a celebration of the unstoppable spirit of winning women.
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The It Girls is created and hosted by Maddie Berezowitz and Azhani Tealer.
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