Life isn’t a spectator sport—and this podcast is your invitation to get off the bench and into the game. Welcome to Bench to Bold—a show for anyone who's ready to stop sitting on the sidelines and start living life like they mean it. Hosted by dynamic duo Alisa Hood, fashion and lifestyle entrepreneur, and Marnie Schneider, author, speaker, and football legacy, the podcast brings together inspiring guests, bold conversations, and a sprinkle of sports energy to help you own your moment—on you ...
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Ep 12 | Nothing to Wear? Stylist Paige Richardson Fixes Your Closet (and Your Confidence)
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41:38Send us a text In this episode of Bench to Bold, wardrobe stylist Paige Richardson joins Marnie and Alisa to talk about what it really takes to build a wardrobe that fits, flatters, and feels like you. After two decades in corporate retail, Paige stepped out on her own to help women rediscover confidence through personal style. From editing your cl…
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Episode 11 — Dream Dorm Designs: Spaces That Help Girls Thrive (ft. Shelly Gates, Mary Margaret Designs)
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32:46Send us a text What if your dorm room could feel like home — not just a place to crash between classes? In this inspiring episode, interior designer Shelly Gates of Mary Margaret Designs shares how one proud mom post turned into a thriving design business that helps students create spaces that reflect who they are and how they want to feel. From do…
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Ep 10 | The Courage to Start Over: Redefining Success and Living in Alignment
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54:48Send us a text In this inspiring episode of Bench to Bold, life coach Kristy Kuhl joins Marnie and Alisa to share her journey from chasing success to finding true alignment. She opens up about walking away from a six-figure corporate career, the courage it takes to start over, and how to build a life that feels as good as it looks. If you’ve ever f…
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Ep 9 | Fit vs. Healthy: Finding Balance, Discipline & Dessert
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39:36Send us a text What does it really mean to be healthy? In this week’s Bench to Bold, Marnie and Elisa dive into fitness, food, discipline, and the little indulgences that make life sweet. From bodybuilding to biking, marathon running to mindful eating, Elisa shares how her relationship with health has evolved — and Marnie opens up about finding bal…
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Ep 8 | Rucker Roots: How Sisters Turned Passion into a National Brand
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25:14Send us a text What does it really take to turn a kitchen idea into a national brand? In this episode, sisters Ellen Rucker Sellers and Ione Rucker Jamison share the story behind Rucker Roots, their plant-powered haircare line now found in major retailers like Walmart, Target, Sally Beauty, and JCPenney. You’ll hear: The early days of formulating p…
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Ep 7 | Your Best Skin Yet: Simple, Science-Backed Skincare That Works
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22:14Send us a text What if your skincare routine could be simple and effective? In this episode of Bench to Bold, we sit down with Katie Sullivan, Licensed Medical Esthetician at Infinity Med Spa and Wellness, to talk about how to take the guesswork out of skincare. Katie breaks down: Why prevention is the biggest beauty trend right now The three produ…
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Ep 6 | What It Really Takes to Launch a Luxury Fashion Brand
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12:18Send us a text What does it actually take to turn a bold idea into a luxury fashion brand? In this episode of Bench to Bold, Alisa and Marnie sit down with Adrienne Kronovet, the founder of Ameliora, to hear how she transformed her passion and family legacy into a thriving fashion line. Adrienne shares the real story of building her brand—from disc…
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Ep 5 | From Setbacks to Comebacks: Mindset Shifts That Change Everything
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22:00Send us a text How do you actually break barriers—at work, at home, and within yourself? In this candid conversation, Alisa and Marnie swap real stories from male-dominated rooms, medical sales, the NFL world, and life after big pivots. They dig into the mindset shifts that help you thrive, the power of boundaries, why flexibility creates opportuni…
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Ep 4 | Beyond Football - Thomas Davis on Faith, Family & Finding Purpose After the NFL
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29:05Send us a text What happens when the final whistle blows and the stadium lights go dark? For Thomas Davis, three-time Pro Bowler and longtime Carolina Panther, that moment wasn’t the end — it was the start of something new. In this inspiring conversation, Thomas opens up about his 16 seasons in the NFL, his battles back from three ACL tears, and th…
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Ep 2 | Dream Bigger, Do Bigger: Denise Cubbedge on Leadership and the Ronald McDonald House
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21:28Send us a text What does it mean to dream bigger and do bigger? In this episode of Bench to Bold, hosts Alisa Hood and Marnie Schneider sit down with Denise Cubbedge, President & CEO of Ronald McDonald House of Charlotte, to talk about her inspiring journey in nonprofit leadership. Denise shares how she found her calling in philanthropy, why fundra…
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Ep 3 | Brushes, Business & Bold Moves: Caitlyn Dominic on What It Takes to Be a Makeup Artist
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36:18Send us a text From a side hustle at 22 to a thriving career as a sought-after pro, Caitlyn Dominic has built a business around her artistry, her personality, and her bold moves. In this episode of Bench to Bold, hosts Alisa Hood and Marnie Schneider talk with Caitlyn about her journey from art and dance to destination weddings, celebrity clients, …
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Ep 1 | How to Live a Bold Life – What It Really Means with Marnie and Alisa
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30:59Send us a text Welcome to the very first episode of Bench to Bold! In this premiere episode, hosts Alisa and Marnie open up about what it truly means to live boldly. From personal stories of friendship and life changes to embracing your own definition of “bold,” they share laughs, lessons, and real talk about stepping off the bench and into your be…
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Trailer: Welcome to Bench to Bold from Alisa Hood
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0:39Send us a text Alisa, known as AChicAlisa, is bringing her energy, style, and perspective to the Bench to Bold podcast! In this short trailer, she shares why she’s excited to co-host alongside Marnie Schneider and what listeners can expect from the show. From fashion and lifestyle to bold conversations with inspiring guests, Bench to Bold is all ab…
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Trailer: Welcome to Bench to Bold from Marnie Schneider
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0:45Send us a text Hosts Marnie and Alisa are so excited to launch Bench to Bold — a podcast where bold stories, inspiring conversations, and real-life lessons take center stage. From sports and business to style, confidence, and community, this show is all about living life off the sidelines and into the spotlight. In this short trailer, Marnie shares…
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