Nice Talk with Nikki Ogunnaike

A’ja Wilson on Staying “Poised Through the Noise”

Jul 18, 2024 · 43 min · Season 1 · Episode 7
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A’ja Wilson is one of the best basketball players in the world, but when it comes to navigating her life in the spotlight, she goes by one mantra: “Let the light within me shine brighter than the light that's on me.” That mindset has led her to MVP wins, back-to-back championships, and an Olympic gold medal. Off the court, she’s also the author of New York Times best-selling book Dear Black Girls: How to Be True to You and was recently named a Nike signature athlete. On this episode, she’s discussing why she thinks money actually can buy a little bit of happiness, the rise of WNBA tunnel style, and how she handles the pressures of leadership.