768. Tiara Williams, Host of "Real Talk with Tee"

"I'm living the dream, being who I am, truly and authentically. I can't complain at all. It's not even work."

Tiara Williams is a self-proclaimed "little track nerd." The creator, journalist, broadcaster, and in-stadium announcer is the host of "Real Talk with Tee," and she's become a fan and athlete favorite for her genuine and insightful post-race interviews (that often involve dancing and laughing). Whether she's behind the mic, behind the camera, on the mic, or on camera, Tee brings a lightness to her reporting that puts athletes at ease. In this conversation, the former heptathlete talks about her passion for the sport and its athletes, and about how she has built "Real Talk" to what it is today, including stints at multiple World Championships, the 2024 Paris Olympics, international Diamond League meets, Athlos, and more. Plus, what it's like being one of the only Black women in the mixed zone, and where Tee hopes to go from here.

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In this episode:

• What Tee was up to at The Running Event, and how she describes her job and role in the running industry (2:10)
• On staying authentic while building a career and brand (4:00)
• All about Tee's childhood, what she was like growing up, and how she got into running and sports (4:45)
• How Tee got started in sports journalism (11:20)
• The evolution of Real Talk with Tee (18:50)
• What it was like interviewing Shericka Jackson at the Paris Olympics, and what it was like seeing that interview in Sprint Season 2 (27:10)
• How Tee has found her way in the mixed zone (29:30)
• On being intimidated by certain athletes (47:10)
• What's next for Tee? (51:20)

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