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When Candace Parker beat out all the boys at the McDonald's All-American slam dunk contest in 2004, she became the first female player to win the event. In the years that followed, Parker's list of achievements became long and ever-growing. She was WNBA rookie of the year, a two-time WNBA most valuable player, a two-time Olympic gold medalist, and more. Parker is also a mother, broadcaster, and role model. Discover more about Parker's amazing life in this inspiring biography.

Candace Parker is a standout basketball star. Learn about her childhood and her rise to becoming a WNBA superstar.

Hosted by WNBA legend Candace Parker and Indiana Fever star Aliyah Boston, Post Moves brings bold takes, real talk, and plenty of laughs to the world of basketball and beyond. From buzzer-beaters and league drama, to off-court wins and unfiltered locker room stories, nothing’s off limits — including a little healthy generational roasting (yes, TikTok confusion included). They’ll also bring on friends, teammates, and legends for conversations you won’t hear anywhere else. New episodes every Wednesday. Watch on YouTube, or listen on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you get podcasts....

Welcome to Moments with Candace Parker, a podcast that celebrates parenthood to the fullest -- the smallest victories, the messiest failures and the bravest decisions. Each week, Candace chats with friends you might recognize, about stories you've never heard before. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Tonight, travel with Candace Parker deep into the Appalachian mountains to visit one of the most famous homes in the world: Frank Lloyd Wright’s Fallingwater. Candace Parker is an entrepreneur, an activist, a two-time Olympic gold medalist, and one of the most decorated women’s basketball players of all-time with two WNBA MVP Awards. Off the court, Parker is a bold, insightful, and inspiring thought leader who is passionate about the importance of women’s rights, voters’ rights, and Black Lives Matter.

When Kiersten McCann, president of the West Hollywood Moms’ Club, turns up dead in her own pool, it quickly becomes clear this wasn’t an accident. And the party guests—all members of the exclusive club—are now key suspects in her murder. Accusations fly, and three mothers find themselves at the center of the investigation. Whitney, Brooke, and Jade all have heavy secrets to bear…and possible motives for their friend’s murder. But as the police look closer, more secrets, betrayals, and sinister plots are revealed than the women could ever imagine.

This program is read by the author. “Through honest stories and inspiring lessons from her life, A’ja Wilson reminds us to never doubt who we are or apologize for being true to ourselves. Dear Black Girls is a must-read for every Black girl out there.” ―Gabrielle Union, New York Times...