If you’re able to make it through the first 4-5 minutes of this podcast (some audio issues with Anchor on the phone call recording), it’s a true gem. I talk to WNBA Legend Barbara Farris, who I know from my time as Director of Public Relations for the Detroit Shock of the WNBA.

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I’m not going to lie, being the Director of Media Relations for the WNBA Detroit Shock from 2003-2005 was the hardest job I’ve ever had.

I was 22 years old when I was “promoted” to the position and had the opportunity to work with 15 amazing women and Bill Laimbeer, former NBA Detroit Pistons forward and renowned “Bad Boy.” I learned to grow up fast and become informed, confident and assertive in this position, among about 100 other interpersonal communications skills that I didn’t even know existed.

A relationship that I’m super happy has continued from my days with the WNBA is Barbara Farris, a former star forward and now an amazing high school basketball coach in Louisiana.

Barbara is a legend to me because she’s a truly loving, caring person. She has no enemies, she is super smart, has great EQ, and is a true leader by example. I’m very proud of her, and I was pumped to have her on the show

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