Bench To Bold with Alisa Hood and Marnie Schneider
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 your terms.
Each episode features real, unfiltered stories from bold individuals across industries—leaders, founders, creatives, and changemakers. Whether they were born bold or had to grow into it, these are people living with intention, taking risks, and showing up fully in their lives.
With Alisa’s polished edge and Marnie’s infectious energy, Bench to Bold is equal parts motivational and relatable. Grounded in their personal love of sports (Alisa is a competitive tennis player; Marnie is the granddaughter of former Philadelphia Eagles owner Leonard Tose), the show uses a sports metaphor as a powerful lens for personal growth. Because life isn’t about watching from the sidelines—it’s about becoming the main character and making bold moves, whatever that looks like for you.
From the sidelines to center court—this is Bench to Bold.
Bench To Bold with Alisa Hood and Marnie Schneider
Ep 4 | Beyond Football - Thomas Davis on Faith, Family & Finding Purpose After the NFL
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 the lessons of resilience that shaped his career. But he doesn’t stop there. Thomas shares how he’s redefining life after football — from building the Defending Dreams Foundation to investing in Charlotte’s community through business and mentorship.
Join Alisa and Marnie as they explore how Thomas Davis got off the sidelines and stepped boldly into his next chapter — proving that bold moves don’t end when the game does.
🎧 Listen now to hear:
- How Thomas turned setbacks into comebacks during his NFL career
- The values guiding his transition from athlete to entrepreneur and philanthropist
- Why resilience and purpose matter long after the uniform comes off