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  • Ep #410: All buckets, all the time: WNBA coaching news & NCAA basketball preview

    Ep #410: All buckets, all the time: WNBA coaching news & NCAA basketball preview
    Nov 5 2024
    Hoop yeah!

    Hope you’re ready to ball because today’s episode of The GIST of It is all about hoops. Co-hosts Ellen Hyslop and Steph Rotz tip things off by discussing the latest head coaching moves across the WNBA before zooming out to discuss why there’s been so much change.

    Then in part two, the gals hit the NCAA hardwood to preview the women’s and men’s college basketball seasons, which are officially underway as of this week. El and Steph cover the players and teams to know as we head into what’s sure to be another record-setting season. Buckets on buckets.

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    36 mins
  • Ep #409: The WNBA: A history lesson, presented by Sportly

    Ep #409: The WNBA: A history lesson, presented by Sportly
    Oct 31 2024
    Hoopin’ never stops.

    Happy Halloween, GISTers, and welcome to an extra-special episode of The GIST of It. Today, we’ve teamed up with our pals at Sportly to discuss the history of the WNBA. In this episode, you’ll hear from Sportly’s Emmy-award winning host, Kavitha A. Davidson, exploring the WNBA’s highs and lows, while highlighting the league’s efforts to expand viewership and leverage star power. Because as our listeners know, there’s much more to the WNBA than just the “Caitlin Clark Effect.”

    A big thank you to Aflac for partnering with us on today’s episode! Add Aflac to your team to close the insurance gap today. Learn more at aflac.com/thegist.

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    Link to Sportly’s podcasts

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    41 mins
  • Ep #408: The World Series is here, plus a Mexican Grand Prix-view

    Ep #408: The World Series is here, plus a Mexican Grand Prix-view
    Oct 24 2024
    Hey batter batter, swing!

    Pass the cracker jacks because co-hosts Ellen Hyslop and Lauren Tuiskula are previewing the 120th World Series on today’s episode of The GIST of It. Before the LA Dodgers and NY Yankees literally step up to the plate, the gals will fill you in on the storied history between these two powerhouse teams, plus the top players to watch on both sides of the bat.

    And in part two, El and Laur shift gears from the baseball diamond to the racetrack, providing an all-inclusive update on the latest Formula 1 standings ahead of this weekend’s Mexican Grand Prix. Vroom vroom, and away they go.

    A big thank you to Aflac for partnering with us on today’s episode! Add Aflac to your team to close the insurance gap today. Learn more at aflac.com/thegist.

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    31 mins
  • Ep #407: WNBPA opts out of historic CBA & an NBA season preview

    Ep #407: WNBPA opts out of historic CBA & an NBA season preview
    Oct 22 2024
    Time to ball out!

    Even though the WNBA capped their season on Sunday, the best women’s hoopers in the world are still dominating headlines, announcing their decision to opt out of their current collective bargaining agreement yesterday. The news was expected but, damn, the WNBPA moves quickly.

    Then, co-hosts Ellen Hyslop and Steph Rotz will break down everything you need to know ahead of the NBA’s 79th season, which tips off tonight.

    From the Boston Celtics’ shot at back-to-back championships to the family ties binding the LA Lakers to the trades impacting the league, consider this your one-stop shop for everything shaping this season’s NBA action. Hoop yeah.

    A big thank you to Aflac for partnering with us on today’s episode! Add Aflac to your team to close the insurance gap today. Learn more at aflac.com/thegist.

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    38 mins
  • Ep #406: Talking hoops with WNBA legend Sheryl Swoopes

    Ep #406: Talking hoops with WNBA legend Sheryl Swoopes
    Oct 17 2024
    Hoop, there she is!

    Amid the ongoing WNBA Finals, today’s episode of The GIST of It is extra-hooptastic — WNBA legend Sheryl Swoopes joins The GIST’s Associate Managing Editor Lauren Tuiskula for a wide ranging conversation on the league’s recent growth, Swoopes’ top takeaways from this Finals series so far, and even her prediction as to who will win it all. Trust us — you don’t want to miss this.

    A big thank you to our friends at Aflac for powering today’s episode! Just like The GIST tackles the gap in women’s sports coverage, Aflac closes the gap that health insurance leaves behind. Learn more at aflac.com/thegist.

    Show notes:
    Listen to Sheryl's new podcast “Levels To This with Sheryl Swoopes and Terrika Foster-Brasby” from iHeartMedia’s Women's Sports Audio Network.

    Show page: https://www.iheart.com/podcast/1119-levels-to-this-with-shery-223098038/

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    33 mins
  • Ep #405: A WNBA Finals preview

    Ep #405: A WNBA Finals preview
    Oct 10 2024
    It’s the final countdown!

    On today’s episode of The GIST of It, co-hosts Ellen Hyslop and Steph Rotz have your full preview of the 2024 WNBA Finals, featuring the No. 1 NY Liberty vs. No. 2 Minnesota Lynx.

    From how both teams reached the championship series to the players to watch to the incredible attendance and viewership numbers throughout the WNBA regular season and playoffs, El and Steph have a slam dunk of a pod in store. Hoop yeah.

    A big thank you to our friends at Aflac for powering today’s episode! Just like The GIST tackles the gap in women’s sports coverage, Aflac closes the gap that health insurance leaves behind. Learn more at aflac.com/thegist.

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    35 mins
  • Ep #404: WPF softball payment dispute & more BS transphobia in college sports

    Ep #404: WPF softball payment dispute & more BS transphobia in college sports
    Oct 8 2024
    Hey there.

    Co-hosts Ellen Hyslop and Steph Rotz are donning their investigative hats for today’s episode of The GIST of It. First, the gals are looking into a reported payment dispute in the Women’s Professional Fastpitch (WPF) league, as players allege they have not been fully compensated for the most recent season. Unfortunately, we’ve seen these types of claims before, particularly in pro women’s sports leagues, and El and Steph are ready to break it down.

    Then in part two, the gals shift gears to a disturbing trend in NCAA volleyball, as multiple teams have refused to play against San José State University amid speculation surrounding the gender identity of one of the team’s players.

    A big thank you to our friends at Aflac for powering today’s episode! Just like The GIST tackles the gap in women’s sports coverage, Aflac closes the gap that health insurance leaves behind. Learn more at aflac.com/thegist.

    Show notes:
    WPF players statement

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    32 mins
  • Ep #403: NFL Week 5 headlines & celebrating 1 million subscribers

    Ep #403: NFL Week 5 headlines & celebrating 1 million subscribers
    Oct 3 2024
    Here’s to one million!

    Today’s episode of The GIST of It is an extra special one as we celebrate hitting the one million newsletter subscriber mark. But first, co-hosts Ellen Hyslop and Steph Rotz chat through the top NFL storylines heading into Week 5, from Las Vegas Raiders wide receiver Davante Adams’ trade request to injury updates on San Francisco 49ers running back Christian McCaffrey and more.

    Then in part two, El and fellow GIST co-founder Jacie deHoop are joined by iconic sports journalist Sarah Spain for a candid conversation about reaching one million newsletter subscribers and what it means for the women’s sports landscape. Just the beginning.

    A big thank you to our friends at Aflac for powering today’s episode! Just like The GIST tackles the gap in women’s sports coverage, Aflac closes the gap that health insurance leaves behind. Learn more at aflac.com/thegist.

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    49 mins