Raquel Justice on Being a “Nepo Baby” and Making It in Hollywood | Born to the Game Podcast

What happens when your dad is a two-time World Series champion, but his most memorable advice has nothing to do with baseball? Actress Raquel Justice, daughter of MLB legend David Justice, joins Mariah Woodson and Temara Payton on Born to the Game to talk about growing up with a famous last name, finding her own identity, and the unexpected lessons that shaped her confidence. From her father's hilarious dating advice — "Men are purses" — to navigating heartbreak, therapy, and the pressure of being labeled a "nepo baby," Raquel opens up about learning to know her worth without needing anyone else's approval. She also takes us behind the scenes of Dexter: Original Sin, explains why she initially kept her famous father away from set, and shares what it really takes to build an acting career when people already think they know your story. Plus, David Justice himself makes a surprise appearance, and Raquel reveals why her grandmother's influence may be the most important legacy she's inherited. In this episode: David Justice's unforgettable dating advice and the three types of people in your life The truth about nepotism and proving yourself in Hollywood Raquel's journey from child actress to Dexter: Original Sin Heartbreak, therapy, and overcoming people-pleasing Celebrity privacy, social media, and the pressure to share everything How family, culture, and her grandmother shaped her identity Why building a meaningful legacy matters more than fame Because being born into a legacy doesn't mean you can't create your own. Born to the Game is produced by ARCA Media Group in collaboration with Inflection Network and distributed through iHeartMedia. Follow Born to the Game for more honest conversations about family, identity, pressure, and the people behind famous names. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.