The Coop with Kit

Kit, Trev, and Harper crack open the mailbag and take on the big (and small) stuff that comes with party season, milestone birthdays, and finding joy when life gets quieter. From prom night panic to dolphin disco cruises and a chef who almost sent everyone to the ER with Cajun spice overload, this one is full of stories you’ll want to retell at your next girls’ night. We talk party stress, showing up for your friends, and why it’s totally normal to feel a little lost in your 50s—even when life looks good on paper. Also in this episode: • The party that almost broke Kit (but turned out magical thanks to her girl gang) • How to start a conversation when you know no one (Kit-style) • Celebrating your mom without making her cry (unless it’s from laughter) • Why spicy cocktails and black rice don’t mix • The loneliness of your 50s—and how to fill your cup again This one’s for anyone who’s ever thrown a party, dreaded a party, or been saved by their friends who show up with bar carts and flower crowns. Listen now, and text it to the friend who always brings the fun (and maybe the antacids). -- This episode was produced by Kit Hoover and Harper McDonald. Business Development by Casey Ladd. Editing by You & Me Media. -- To learn more about our sponsors: Erin Gray The perfect white Tshirt has been found. The softest Pima cotton from Peru. Pre shrunk and pre washed and no tags. https://eringraydesign.com [https://eringraydesign.com/] Use code COOP20 for 20% off your next order. Blue Delta Jeans There is nothing like custom-fit jeans. Once you try them, you will never go back. Easy measuring system to your best-fitting jeans ever. bluedeltajeans.com [https://www.bluedeltajeans.com/] Use code COOP20 for 20% off your next order Follow The Coop with Kit on Instagram @kithoover [https://www.instagram.com/kithoover/]and @thecoopwithkithoover [https://www.instagram.com/thecoopwithkithoover/]

What happens when the fastest woman in the world steps into The Coop? You get a no-holds-barred conversation that’s equal parts jaw-dropper, life coach, and soul shake. Featuring Olympic gold medalist, WNBA pro, and fellow Tar Heel, Marion Jones—a true legend who has lived the highest highs and lowest lows on a very public stage. A woman who soared, stumbled, and showed up with more heart than ever. From field day phenom to global icon, prison time to present-day purpose, Marion’s story is one of grit, grace, and finding your second wind. This isn’t just an interview in The Coop—it’s a masterclass in starting over, laughing through the mess, and owning every single chapter of your story. In this episode: • The 9-year-old chalkboard prophecy that sparked a gold medal dream • The time her dad showed up at a game—and she never saw him again • What it feels like to be in the starting blocks at the Olympics • What really happened with the federal investigation and prison sentence • 49 days in solitary confinement: how it broke her down and built her back up • Motherhood, mental health, and rewriting your story at 50 Plus: prison fights, creatine gummies, and the wild “Prudes vs. Nudes” UNC track meet-up you didn’t know you needed to hear about. This episode is fast, funny, and full of feeling—and proves that failure doesn’t define you. 🎧 Listen now on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or watch on YouTube. ✨ Follow the show and send this one to someone who needs a reminder: your lowest moment isn’t your last and failure doesn’t define you. There’s always a second wind. -- This episode was produced by Kit Hoover and Harper McDonald. Business Development by Casey Ladd. Editing by You & Me Media. -- To learn more about our sponsors: Erin Gray The perfect white Tshirt has been found. The softest Pima cotton from Peru. Pre shrunk and pre washed and no tags. https://eringraydesign.com [https://eringraydesign.com/] Use code COOP20 for 20% off your next order. Blue Delta Jeans There is nothing like custom-fit jeans. Once you try them, you will never go back. Easy measuring system to your best-fitting jeans ever. bluedeltajeans.com [https://www.bluedeltajeans.com/] Use code COOP20 for 20% off your next order Follow The Coop with Kit on Instagram @kithoover [https://www.instagram.com/kithoover/]and @thecoopwithkithoover [https://www.instagram.com/thecoopwithkithoover/]

What happens when two ride-or-die besties, with nearly 40 years of friendship under their belts, sit down for a no-filter catch-up? You get this heart-bursting, laugh-out-loud, “I needed this” episode of The Coop. Kit is joined by her best friend Casey “Trev” Ladd—track teammates at UNC turned lifelong partners in crime (minus the crime… well, mostly)—for a deep and hilarious dive into what makes friendship last through decades, drama, and dip gone wrong. Harper McDonald, Producer of The Coop, jumps into this inner circle—asking the juicy questions and guiding the girls through stories, lessons, and laugh-out-loud moments. From their wildest college days to parenting, loss, life pivots, and parties gone sideways… this is the kind of soul-nourishing chat that makes you want to text your bestie right now. In this episode: • How Kit and Trev met (hint: it involves a daughter and dad wrestling for fun) • The difference between being close… and showing up in life’s biggest and hardest moments • Wild 20s stories: Mardi Gras, track team dropouts, and “Lieutenant Smoothback” • The moment that changed their friendship forever • Why friendships in your 50s hit different (and better.. thank you White Lotus) • Lessons from their powerhouse moms (shoutout to Bug!) • And the key to being that friend: laughter, honesty, and the courage to say, “I need you” It’s one part slumber party, one part therapy session, and 100% joy. Hit follow and share this episode with the person who’s been through it all with you—bad haircuts, big feelings, and every last French toast stick. -- This episode was produced by Kit Hoover and Harper McDonald. Business Development by Casey Ladd. Editing by You & Me Media. -- To learn more about our sponsors: Erin Gray The perfect white Tshirt has been found. The softest Pima cotton from Peru. Pre shrunk and pre washed and no tags. https://eringraydesign.com [https://eringraydesign.com/] Use code COOP20 for 20% off your next order. Blue Delta Jeans There is nothing like custom-fit jeans. Once you try them, you will never go back. Easy measuring system to your best-fitting jeans ever. bluedeltajeans.com [https://www.bluedeltajeans.com/] Use code COOP20 for 20% off your next order Follow The Coop with Kit on Instagram @kithoover [https://www.instagram.com/kithoover/]and @thecoopwithkithoover [https://www.instagram.com/thecoopwithkithoover/]

Today in The Coop, Kit is joined by the unstoppable Melissa Stark — trailblazing sports broadcaster, Sunday Night Football sideline reporter, and mom of four. From interviewing legends to raising teens, Melissa opens up about her fearless career in a male-dominated field, how she walked away from her dream job at 26 to raise her family, and how she made an epic return in her 50s. Melissa opens up about what it really took to make it in a male-dominated world — from navigating locker rooms and live broadcasts with zero margin for error, to cutting her hair short just to blend in, to proving (again and again) that she belonged.  In this episode: • How Melissa landed her Monday Night Football job at 26 • The unfiltered truth about being “the woman on the sidelines” • Identity shifts, and the impossible pressure to do it all • Melissa’s take on motherhood, mentorship, and giving yourself permission • Why she’s calling this next chapter “Melissa 2.0” • Being coachable at every age This one’s packed with laughs, career grit, behind-the-scenes stories, and real talk about the juggle of working motherhood, aging, ambition, and what it looks like to come back stronger. Whether you’re chasing your next chapter, navigating work/life crazy, or just need a reminder that you do belong in the room — this episode is for you. Don’t forget to like, comment, and subscribe to The Coop with Kit — and share this one with a friend who’s ready to start their 2.0. -- This episode was produced by Kit Hoover and Harper McDonald. Business Development by Casey Ladd. Editing by You & Me Media. -- To learn more about our sponsors: Erin Gray The perfect white Tshirt has been found. The softest Pima cotton from Peru. Pre shrunk and pre washed and no tags. https://eringraydesign.com [https://eringraydesign.com/] Use code COOP20 for 20% off your next order. Blue Delta Jeans There is nothing like custom-fit jeans. Once you try them, you will never go back. Easy measuring system to your best-fitting jeans ever. bluedeltajeans.com [https://www.bluedeltajeans.com/] Use code COOP20 for 20% off your next order Follow The Coop with Kit on Instagram @kithoover [https://www.instagram.com/kithoover/]and @thecoopwithkithoover [https://www.instagram.com/thecoopwithkithoover/]

It’s a little bit breast milk, a little bit Hamburglar—and a whole lot of real talk. In this hilarious and heartfelt Letters to the Coop episode, Kit and Harper get personal, reflecting on the chaos, comedy, and big-life shifts of early motherhood, career curveballs, and what it feels like to hit the big 5-0. From on-air fails (hello, live from Hamburglar Germany) to pumping backstage, Kit shares the behind-the-scenes moments that shaped her journey—on camera and off. The duo opens up about the messy beauty of trying to do it all, the guilt that comes with new motherhood, and the freedom that comes with age and perspective. They cover: • Kit’s cringiest live TV moment  • Juggling babies, breastfeeding, and broadcasting • Why turning 50 might just be the best chapter yet • Mom guilt and letting go of perfection • That universal feeling of needing “permission” as a new mom—to stop breastfeeding, to ask for help, to go back to work, to not do it all • Plus: McDonald’s characters, scenes from Sex/Life, and a little shoutout to Sarah Shahi Whether you’re a new mom, a seasoned pro, or just wondering if you’ll ever sleep again, this one will make you laugh, feel seen, and maybe even call your mom. It’s chaos. It’s connection. It’s The Coop. -- This episode was produced by Kit Hoover and Harper McDonald. Business Development by Casey Ladd. Editing by You & Me Media. -- To learn more about our sponsors: Erin Gray The perfect white Tshirt has been found. The softest Pima cotton from Peru. Pre shrunk and pre washed and no tags. https://eringraydesign.com [https://eringraydesign.com/] Use code COOP20 for 20% off your next order. Blue Delta Jeans There is nothing like custom-fit jeans. Once you try them, you will never go back. Easy measuring system to your best-fitting jeans ever. bluedeltajeans.com [https://www.bluedeltajeans.com/] Use code COOP20 for 20% off your next order Follow The Coop with Kit on Instagram @kithoover [https://www.instagram.com/kithoover/]and @thecoopwithkithoover [https://www.instagram.com/thecoopwithkithoover/]