Good Game with Sarah Spain
Good Game is your one-stop shop for the biggest stories in women’s sports. Every day, host Sarah Spain gives you the stories, stakes, stars and stats to keep up with your favorite women’s teams, leagues and athletes. Through thoughtful insight, witty banter, and an all around good time, Sarah and friends break down the latest news, talk about the games you can’t miss, and debate the issues of the day. Don’t miss interviews with the people of the moment, whether they be athletes, coaches, reporters, or celebrity fans.
S1 E193 · Thu, April 17, 2025
Make It Small with Trinity Thomas
ESPN gymnastics commentator and NCAA perfect-10 record holder Trinity Thomas joins Sarah to preview the best teams, stars and storylines in this weekend’s NCAA National Collegiate Women’s Gymnastics Championships, share what it takes to keep eyes on the prize in the most stressful moments, and help us all be smarter viewers. Plus, Paige Bueckers makes a money move, Kim Ng is in her commissioner era, and gymnasts aren’t the only ones doing flips. Follow Trinity on Instagram here The Women’s Hockey World Championship schedule can be found here Send us a note at goodgame@wondermedianetwork.com Follow Sarah on social! Bluesky: @sarahspain.com Instagram: @Spain2323 Follow producer Misha Jones! Bluesky: @mishthejrnalist.bsky.social Instagram: @mishthejrnalist Follow producer Alex Azzi! Bluesky: @byalexazzi.bsky.social See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
S1 E192 · Wed, April 16, 2025
The Best Canadian(s) with Christine Sinclair and Diana Matheson
Canadian soccer legends Christine Sinclair and Diana Matheson are here to get you pumped for the launch of Canada's new professional women's soccer league, the Northern Super League (NSL), tonight in Vancouver. The duo joined Sarah to discuss their roles in the league -- Diana as co-founder and chief growth officer and Christine as a co-owner of Vancouver Rise FC -- plus Christine explains why she’s living her best life as a retiree and Diana shares her attempts to end Christine’s tenure on the sidelines. Watch the first game in Northern Super League history TONIGHT! Vancouver Rise FC hosts Calgary Wild FC at 10pm ET on ESPN+ The full NSL schedule can be found here Send us a note at goodgame@wondermedianetwork.com Follow Sarah on social! Bluesky: @sarahspain.com Instagram: @Spain2323 Follow producer Misha Jones! Bluesky: @mishthejrnalist.bsky.social Instagram: @mishthejrnalist Follow producer Alex Azzi! Bluesky: @byalexazzi.bsky.social See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
S1 E191 · Tue, April 15, 2025
Taking This Dream As Far As We Can with Erin Foley
Comedian and Herlights podcast host Erin Foley joined Sarah late Monday night to debrief on the WNBA draft, from the best fits on the orange carpet to the best fits between player and team. Plus, a hot take about socks, an open question about whether a No. 2 pick can be a steal, and a prediction about when men will become obsolete. Watch the awkward 2022 WNBA draft rotary phone feature here Check out WNBA draft fashion throughout the years here Follow Erin on Instagram here , and listen to Herlights here Send us a note at goodgame@wondermedianetwork.com Follow Sarah on social! Bluesky: @sarahspain.com Instagram: @Spain2323 Follow producer Misha Jones! Bluesky: @mishthejrnalist.bsky.social Instagram: @mishthejrnalist Follow producer Alex Azzi! Bluesky: @byalexazzi.bsky.social See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
S1 E190 · Mon, April 14, 2025
‘It’s About the Fit’ with Jordan Robinson
Jordan Robinson, host of “The Women’s Hoops Show,” joins Sarah to talk transfer portal and preview tonight’s WNBA Draft—and she even shares a few way-too-early predictions for next year’s WNBA Draft. Plus, a Gamecock on the move, LOVB crowns a champion, and some very timely hoops and gay shit. Listen to The Women’s Hoops Show here Read Katie Barnes’ story on Sedona Prince here Read Annie Costabile’s story on the WNBA's “international player problem” here Send us a note at goodgame@wondermedianetwork.com Follow Sarah on social! Bluesky: @sarahspain.com Instagram: @Spain2323 Follow producer Misha Jones! Bluesky: @mishthejrnalist.bsky.social Instagram: @mishthejrnalist Follow producer Alex Azzi! Bluesky: <a href="https://bsky.app/profile/byalexazzi.bsky.social" data-saferedirecturl="https://www.google.com/url?q=https://bsky.app/profile/byalexazzi.bsky.social&source=gmail&ust
S1 E189 · Fri, April 11, 2025
The Two-Timers Club with Rebecca Lobo
ESPN analyst Rebecca Lobo joins Sarah to unpack the college hoops season, share her take on whether Geno Auriemma was crying about Paige Bueckers in that viral press conference clip, and give her best predictions for next Monday’s WNBA Draft. Plus, we love us some LOVB, the BJK Cup Finals are on the move, and a GOAT gets the doc treatment. The Women’s Hockey World Championship schedule can be found here The LOVB Finals schedule can be found here The NWSL schedule can be found here Send us a note at goodgame@wondermedianetwork.com Follow Sarah on social! Bluesky: @sarahspain.com Instagram: @Spain2323 Follow producer Misha Jones! Bluesky: @mishthejrnalist.bsky.social Instagram: @mishthejrnalist Follow producer Alex Azzi! Bluesky: @byalexazzi.bsky.social See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
S1 E188 · Thu, April 10, 2025
Watching the Campfire with Tiffany Oshinsky
Tiffany Oshinsky, host of the “Serving Pancakes” podcast, right here on the iHeart Women’s Sports Network, joins Sarah to talk about the parity in LOVB’s inaugural season and the teams and players to keep an eye on in the playoffs this week. Plus, she talks dark books, good wine and her cat, who has one of the best names we’ve ever heard (you’ll have to listen to find out what it is). And, a top college hoops scorer gets cocky, the PWHL is on pause for the World Championships, and the U.S. has some work to do before playing host to the international sporting community. The Women’s Hockey World Championship schedule can be found here The LOVB Finals schedule can be found here Leave us a voicemail at 872-204-5070 or send us a note at goodgame@wondermedianetwork.com Follow Sarah on social! Bluesky: @sarahspain.com Instagram: @Spain2323 Follow producer Misha Jones! Bluesky: @mishthejrnalist.bsky.social Instagram: @mishthejrnalist Follow producer Alex Azzi! Bluesky: @byalexazzi.bsky.social See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
S1 E187 · Wed, April 09, 2025
A Lotta Finstas with RaShauna Hamilton
RaShauna Hamilton, the vice president of fan growth and community for the Washington Spirit, joins Sarah to discuss why it’s crucial for teams to listen to fans, how to create a memorable game day experience, and why she pivoted from her original goal of being a coach to get into community engagement. Plus, our NCAA tourney bracket winner and a fan meets the moment with an all-time jam. Check out the Washington Spirit’s theme nights here Watch Trilly Donovan ’s “One Shining Moment” for the women’s tourney here Send us a note at goodgame@wondermedianetwork.com Follow Sarah on social! Bluesky: @sarahspain.com Instagram: @Spain2323 Follow producer Misha Jones! Bluesky: @mishthejrnalist.bsky.social Instagram: @mishthejrnalist Follow producer Alex Azzi! Bluesky: @byalexazzi.bsky.social See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
S1 E186 · Tue, April 08, 2025
That's What Dawgs Do with Big Citrus
Two-thirds of Big Citrus got their sweat glands activated down in Tampa at the Women’s Final Four, so the gang gets back together to chat about UConn's big win, the unexpectedly lopsided semifinals and all the action that went down on and off the court. Plus, EDD says B-Y-E, Good Game merch is a hit, and one tournament’s trash is The Sports Bra’s treasure. Get your Good Game merch here Read Annie Costabile’s story about Unrivaled here Send us a note at goodgame@wondermedianetwork.com Follow Sarah on social! Bluesky: @sarahspain.com Instagram: @Spain2323 Follow producer Misha Jones! Bluesky: @mishthejrnalist.bsky.social Instagram: @mishthejrnalist Follow producer Alex Azzi! Bluesky: @byalexazzi.bsky.social See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
S1 E185 · Mon, April 07, 2025
Don’t Sit On Me: A Live Show feat. Sue Bird and Diana Taurasi
Live from the Final Four, it's Sue Bird and Diana Taurasi, presented by Capital One. Sarah sat down with the two legends in Tampa on Saturday to discuss the very first day they met, why their late night plan to team up in the WNBA never came to fruition, how DT's kids will help her stay on schedule post-retirement, and what WNBA owners could learn from their players. Plus, Sarah surprises DT with a retirement gift that will be a must-visit destination for Slices and hoops fans everywhere. Leave us a voicemail at 872-204-5070 or send us a note at goodgame@wondermedianetwork.com Follow Sarah on social! Bluesky: @sarahspain.com Instagram: @Spain2323 Follow producer Misha Jones! Bluesky: @mishthejrnalist.bsky.social Instagram: @mishthejrnalist Follow producer Alex Azzi! Bluesky: @byalexazzi.bsky.social See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
S1 E184 · Fri, April 04, 2025
Make It Three Cocks, Baby with Big Citrus
Ahead of this weekend’s Final Four in Tampa, Florida, Big Citrus gathers to discuss their predictions for the semifinals, the noticeable difference in the media coverage of this year’s tourney, and why they’re leaving impartiality at the door when it comes to Paige Bueckers’ title hopes. Plus, the sisterhood of the traveling net. Watch the Final Four! The full schedule can be found here If you’re in Tampa, come to Sarah’s live show with Sue Bird and Diana Taurasi, sponsored by Capital One. It’s this Saturday at 2pm in Tourney Town! Read the great story Jordan Robinson wrote on the relationship between Dawn Staley and Carolyn Peck here Leave us a voicemail at 872-204-5070 or send us a note at goodgame@wondermedianetwork.com Follow Sarah on social! Bluesky: @sarahspain.com Instagram: @Spain2323 Follow producer Misha Jones! Bluesky: @mishthejrnalist.bsky.social Instagram: @mishthejrnalist Follow producer Alex Azzi! Bluesky: @byalexazzi.bsky.social See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
S1 E183 · Thu, April 03, 2025
‘Up a Crick Without a Paddle’ with Tara VanDerveer and Muffet McGraw
Oh slices, this one is special. Presented by the all-new Nissan Armada, former Stanford women’s basketball head coach Tara VanDerveer and former Notre Dame head coach Muffet McGraw join Sarah to reminisce about their head-to-head battles during March Madness, hooping against each other in staff games at Cathy Rush Basketball Camp back in the day, the pros and cons of the changing landscape of women’s hoops, and the things they wish their younger selves had understood about life. Leave us a voicemail at 872-204-5070 or send us a note at goodgame@wondermedianetwork.com Follow Sarah on social! Bluesky: @sarahspain.com Instagram: @Spain2323 Follow producer Misha Jones! Bluesky: @mishthejrnalist.bsky.social Instagram: @mishthejrnalist Follow producer Alex Azzi! Bluesky: @byalexazzi.bsky.social See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
S1 E182 · Wed, April 02, 2025
Boner Pills, Cars and Razors with Jane McManus
Jane McManus, longtime sports reporter, NYU professor, and author of the new book “The Fast Track: Inside The Surging Business of Women’s Sports,” joins Sarah to discuss the NCAA basketball tournament one year after Caitlin v. Angel, why organizations need to stop using the men’s formula for the women’s game, and how media gatekeepers are the arbiters of who and what gets airtime. Pick up a copy of Jane’s book, The Fast Track: Inside the Surging Business of Women’s Sports here Grab Kate Fagan’s book, The Three Lives of Cate Kay here And pre-order Sarah’s book, Runs in the Family: An Incredible True Story of Football, Fatherhood, and Belonging here Leave us a voicemail at 872-204-5070 or send us a note at goodgame@wondermedianetwork.com Follow Sarah on social! Bluesky: @sarahspain.com Instagram: @Spain2323 Follow producer Misha Jones! Bluesky: @mishthejrnalist.bsky.social Instagram: @mishthejrnalist Follow producer Alex Azzi! Blues
S1 E181 · Tue, April 01, 2025
‘Act As If’ with Kathy Delaney-Smith
Former Harvard women’s basketball coach Kathy Delaney-Smith joins Sarah to talk 40 years in Cambridge, from accepting the Harvard job to get free tennis court time and the most athletic team she ever faced (hint: Olympic track star Marion Jones played point guard), to her team’s legendary upset of a No. 1 seed and using meditation with her players. Plus, one college hoops star is harnessing the healing benefits of art, and a reminder that a lot of us harbor more self-doubt than we should. Grab Kathy’s book Grit and Wit: Empowering Lives and Leaders here Leave us a voicemail at 872-204-5070 or send us a note at goodgame@wondermedianetwork.com Follow Sarah on social! Bluesky: @sarahspain.com Instagram: @Spain2323 Follow producer Misha Jones! Bluesky: @mishthejrnalist.bsky.social Instagram: @mishthejrnalist Follow producer Alex Azzi! Bluesky: @byalexazzi.bsky.social See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
S1 E180 · Mon, March 31, 2025
Busted Noses, Pageant Queens and Funko Pops with Big Citrus
It was a big weekend of basketball and Big Citrus is here to discuss it all, from revenge tours to farewell tours and busted noses to broken records. Plus, sharing visibility, skating with freedom, and taters gonna tate. Check out TCU’s “Sorry Bout Your Brackets” post here Check out Lauren Betts’ hat tower here Check out Sarah’s Starch Madness Final Four here You can see USC show off the Funko Pop JuJu here Send us a note at goodgame@wondermedianetwork.com Follow Sarah on social! Bluesky: @sarahspain.com Instagram: @Spain2323 Follow producer Misha Jones! Bluesky: @mishthejrnalist.bsky.social Instagram: @mishthejrnalist Follow producer Alex Azzi! Bluesky: <a href="https://bsky.app/profile/byalexazzi.bsky.social" data-saferedirecturl="https://www.google.com/url?q=https://bsky.app/pr
S1 E179 · Fri, March 28, 2025
These Bitches Could NEVER with CeCé Telfer
CeCé Telfer, the first out transgender athlete to win an NCAA title, joins Sarah to discuss her fraught relationship with International Transgender Day of Visibility, why self-care means so much to her, and the reason she’s willing to talk to politicians – even those who oppose transgender women in sports – about her lived experience. Plus, the Sweet 16 is here, and a What The Fact that combats a common narrative. Go follow CeCé and give her some love on social media! She’s on Instagram here Pick up a copy of CeCé’s book Make It Count: My Fight to Become the First Transgender Olympic Runner here Pre-order Sarah’s book here This weekend’s NCAA basketball tourney schedule can be found here The NWSL schedule is here The full report from the Center for American Progress is here Follow Sarah on social! Bluesky: @sarahspain.com Instagram: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/spain2323" data-saferedirecturl="h
S1 E178 · Thu, March 27, 2025
Snortin’ College Hoops with Nancy Armour
Longtime USA Today sports columnist Nancy Armour joins Sarah to talk being labeled “a goddamned national disgrace” by right-wing commentator Megyn Kelly, the effect JuJu Watkins’ injury could have on the NCAA basketball tournament, and how news outlets have changed their approach to women’s sports throughout her career. Plus, the Boston NWSL team has a new name, World Athletics goes back in time, and a puckin’ timely entry into the Good Game Hall of Fame. Grab your Good Game merch here Listen to Rose Eveleth’s six-part series Tested here And listen to our conversation with Rose on Good Game here The LOVB schedule can be found here Leave us a voicemail at 872-204-5070 or send us a note at goodgame@acast.com Follow Sarah on social! Bluesky: @sarahspain.com Instagram: @Spain2323 Follow producer Misha Jones! Bluesky: @mishthejrnalist.bsky.social Instagram: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/mishthejrnalist/" data-saferedirectu
S1 E177 · Wed, March 26, 2025
Ribs and Puck with Hailey Salvian
Hailey Salvian, hockey writer and podcaster for The Athletic, joins Sarah to discuss why she thinks almost every PWHL team is a contender for the league championship, the secret behind Marie-Philip Poulin and Hilary Knight’s successes, and the reason she thinks the PWHL will choose two U.S. cities for expansion. Plus, we try to FedEx an ACL to southern California and we provide an array of excellent undercarriage euphemisms. Read Hailey’s women’s hockey reporting here ; she’s also on Bluesky and X The PWHL schedule can be found here Watch UConn coach Geno Auriemma get a little teary about Paige Bueckers here The NCAA Sweet 16 schedule can be found here You can find the DraftKings second chance bracket challenge here <a href="https://bsky.app/profile/byalexazzi.bsky.social" data-saferedirecturl="https://www.google.com/
S1 E176 · Tue, March 25, 2025
'If They Win, I Win' with Allison Galer
Allison Galer, founder and president of sports agency Disrupt the Game, joins Sarah to share the story of starting her agency a year out of college, the failures that fueled her success, and the scripted TV show she’s working on with hooper turned analyst Chiney Ogwumike. Plus, Women’s Elite Rugby scrumming commences, our Starch Madness Final Four is set, and The More You Know about balls. Read about the scripted series Allison is working on with Chiney Ogwumike here The video of the Toronto Sceptres watch party is here Leave us a voicemail at 872-204-5070 or send us a note at goodgame@acast.com Follow Sarah on social! Bluesky: @sarahspain.com Instagram: @Spain2323 Follow producer Misha Jones! Bluesky: @mishthejrnalist.bsky.social Instagram: @mishthejrnalist Follow producer Alex Azzi! Bluesky: @byalexazzi.bsky.social See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
S1 E175 · Mon, March 24, 2025
Tits to the Turf with Big Citrus
Everyone *does* watch women’s sports, and we’re so glad to have so many games on our TVs… but WOW do we need more screens. Big Citrus convenes to talk through just a sliver of the exhilarating action in the NCAA college hockey and college basketball tournaments. Plus, a debut NWSL goal for the ages, a PWHL score that sent fans into a frenzy, and LSU’s Flau’jae Johnson once again makes her mark off the basketball court. Watch Abby Roque’s “Michigan” goal here See the full 2025 WNBA schedule here Check out the Northern Super League’s club kits here What’s gonna be our alternative to “balls to the wall?” Let us know, send us a note at goodgame@acast.com Follow Sarah on social! Bluesky: @sarahspain.com Instagram: @Spain2323 Follow producer Misha Jones! Bluesky: @mishthejrnalist.bsky.social Instagram: @mishthejrnalist Follow producer Alex Azzi! Bluesky: <a href="https://bsky.app/profile/byalexazzi.bsky.social" data-saferedirecturl="https://www.google.com/url?q=https://bsky.app/profile/byalexazzi.bsky.social&source=gmail&ust=1742869649274000&
S1 E174 · Fri, March 21, 2025
Stupid Good Hockey with Nicole Haase
Women’s college hockey writer Nicole Haase joins Sarah to discuss this weekend’s Frozen Four, the favorites for the Patty Kazmaier Award, the current college-to-pro pipeline and her unique path to covering hockey. Plus, March Madness is upon us, a new rugby era starts now, and a What The Fact about a bracket built on malicious compliance. Follow Nicole Haase on social media! She’s on Bluesky here and X here Read Nicole’s reporting for the Victory Press here and for USCHO here ! And you can listen to “The PodKaz” here Join our Good Game NCAA basketball tournament Bracket Challenge group here The full March Madness schedule can be found here Watch the women’s hockey Frozen Four! The schedule is <a href="https://www.ncaa.com/news/icehockey-women/article/2025-03-13/2025-nc-womens-hockey-championship-bracket-schedule-how-watch" data-saferedirecturl="https://www.goo
S1 E173 · Thu, March 20, 2025
Getting Delusional with Geno Auriemma
Geno Auriemma, UConn head coach and the winningest head coach in college basketball history, joins Sarah to share why Paige Bueckers’ biggest strength is her delusion, changes he'd make to the NCAA Tournament format, how his approach to coaching differs from the regular season to the tournament, and how he found out Diana Taurasi was retiring. Plus, a new stadium in the Mile High City and Cam Brink gets an "ick." Join our Good Game NCAA basketball tournament Bracket Challenge group here Leave us a voicemail at 872-204-5070 or send us a note at goodgame@wondermedianetwork.com Follow Sarah on social! Bluesky: @sarahspain.com Instagram: @Spain2323 Follow producer Misha Jones! Bluesky: @mishthejrnalist.bsky.social Instagram: @mishthejrnalist Follow producer Alex Azzi! Bluesky: @byalexazzi.bsky.social See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
S1 E172 · Wed, March 19, 2025
NWSL Season Preview with Jill Loyden
Former USWNT & NWSL player turned analyst and founder and CEO of The Keeper Institute, Jill Loyden, joins Sarah for an in-depth club-by-club NWSL preview, to discuss how soccer has evolved since her playing days, and to share a big change she believes would elevate the NWSL’s level of talent. Plus, the return of one of our favorite segments: Fight Me! Check out The Keeper Institute here Follow Jill on Instagram here Leave us a voicemail at 872-204-5070 or send us a note at goodgame@wondermedianetwork.com Follow Sarah on social! Bluesky: @sarahspain.com Instagram: @Spain2323 Follow producer Misha Jones! Bluesky: @mishthejrnalist.bsky.social Instagram: @mishthejrnalist Follow producer Alex Azzi! Bluesky: @byalexazzi.bsky.social See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
S1 E171 · Tue, March 18, 2025
Juicin’ Up for the Post-Squeezin’ with Big Citrus
The gang’s all here! Sarah, Alex and Mish link up to talk through a handful of happenings: from the March Madness bracket reveal to Mish’s alma mater going dancing for the first time, and a Starch Madness recipe that may or may not call for a power drill. Plus, the weird timing of an extremely gay WNBA trade, the PWHL is killing the puckin’ game, and you slices have got a lot of decisions to make. Grab your Good Game merch on Breaking T here ! Join our Good Game NCAA basketball tournament Bracket Challenge group here Snap a pic of slice Amanda Vallo’s GOAT team bracket here , fill it out & send it to us! Leave us a voicemail at 872-204-5070 or send us a note at goodgame@wondermedianetwork.com Follow Sarah on social! Bluesky: @sarahspain.com Instagram: @Spain2323 Follow producer Misha Jones! Bluesky: @mishthejrnalist.bsky.social Instagram: @mishthejrnalist Follow producer Alex Azzi! Bluesky: <a href="https://bsky.app/profile/byalexazzi
S1 E170 · Mon, March 17, 2025
SPORTSGASBORD! And a Big Reveal!
It’s a sports smorgasbord of an episode, beginning with the biggest takeaways from Selection Sunday and moving into a little surfing, shooting, swimming, soccer, and sports that don’t start with S, too! Sarah opens up our overflowing inbox and voicemail to respond to some of the messages slices have been sending in. And finally… we reveal a special something y’all have been asking about for months. The NCAA women’s basketball bracket is here Leave us a voicemail at 872-204-5070 or send us a note at goodgame@wondermedianetwork.com Follow Sarah on social! Bluesky: @sarahspain.com Instagram: @Spain2323 Follow producer Misha Jones! Bluesky: @mishthejrnalist.bsky.social Instagram: @mishthejrnalist Follow producer Alex Azzi! Bluesky: @byalexazzi.bsky.social See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
S1 E169 · Fri, March 14, 2025
Under The Shell with Brenda Frese
Maryland basketball head coach Brenda Frese joins Sarah to discuss why a preseason trip to Croatia helped this year’s team bond, how recruiting high school kids is different than taking a shopping trip in the transfer portal, and what she remembers most from her 2006 championship-winning team. Plus, a call for your favorite starches and an ode to a different kind of slice. Send us your favorite starch recipes for “Starch Madness!” Send ‘em to goodgame@wondermedianetwork.com Follow Maryland women’s basketball on Instagram here Watch Alexa Gasparotto’s triple axel here Watch Montana State’s buzzer-beating game-winner to clinch a spot in the NCAA tournament here Read Sportico’s July 2024 story on the private equity rules in the NWSL here The NCAA basketball schedule can be found here The PWHL schedule can be found here The Unrivaled schedule can be found here The NCAA hockey schedule can be found here The LOVB schedule can be found here Find the PVF schedule here Follow Sarah on social! Bluesky: @sarahspain.com Instagram: @Spain2323 Follow producer Misha Jones! Bluesky: @mishthejrnalist.bsky.social Instagram: @mishthejrnalist Follow producer Alex Azzi! Bluesky: @byalexazzi.bsky.social See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
S1 E168 · Thu, March 13, 2025
Big Midwest Dad Energy with Alyssa Naeher
Alyssa Naeher, recent USWNT retiree and still the goalkeeper for the NWSL’s Chicago Stars, joins Sarah to talk about the origin of her nickname “Uncle Naeher,” succeeding Briana Scurry and Hope Solo on the national team, and how she knew it was time to retire from international competition. Plus, an NWSL season preview, a little recap of Sarah’s trip to South By Southwest, and a new celebrity BFF. Find venue info, ticket packages, and the schedule for the AU Softball League’s inaugural season here Grab discounted tickets for the Chicago Stars NWSL home opener vs. the Houston Dash here The 2025 NWSL season schedule is here Leave us a voicemail at 872-204-5070 or send us a note at goodgame@wondermedianetwork.com Follow Sarah on social! Bluesky: @sarahspain.com Instagram: @Spain2323 Follow producer Misha Jones! Bluesky: @mishthejrnalist.bsky.social Instagram: @mishthejrnalist Follow producer Alex Azzi! Bluesky: <a href="https://bsky.app/profile/byalexazzi.bsky.social" data-s
S1 E167 · Wed, March 12, 2025
Cold Calling with Natalie White
Moolah Kicks founder and CEO Natalie White joins Sarah to discuss why (and how!) she created and launched a footwear brand in her 20s, why cold emailing Mark Cuban paid off for her (and might pay off for you, too!), and what she learned from surveying women and girls about what they wanted out of a basketball shoe. Check out the Moolah apparel Natalie mentioned here Leave us a voicemail at 872-204-5070 or send us a note at goodgame@wondermedianetwork.com Follow Sarah on social! Bluesky: @sarahspain.com Instagram: @Spain2323 Follow producer Misha Jones! Bluesky: @mishthejrnalist.bsky.social Instagram: @mishthejrnalist Follow producer Alex Azzi! Bluesky: @byalexazzi.bsky.social See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
S1 E166 · Tue, March 11, 2025
Professional Yapping with Lexie Brown
Lexie Brown, Seattle Storm guard and co-host of iHeart’s Full Circle podcast, joins Sarah to chat about finding out she was getting traded from the Los Angeles Sparks, how storytelling and brand sponsorship are assisting the growth of women’s sports, and her new gig here on the iHeart Women’s Sports Network. Plus, the NWSL’s Washington Spirit and the UCLA women’s basketball team exact some revenge, skier Mikaela Shiffrin adds to her legacy, and a slice gives us some more context on the Rice Krispie mystery. Listen to our episode with Bernadette McGlade here See the NCAA hockey tournament bracket here Subscribe to Lexie Brown’s Full Circle podcast here Check out the Sickos Committee’s video on the Minnesota Aurora’s rivals here Leave us a voicemail at 872-204-5070 or send us a note at goodgame@wondermedianetwork.com Follow Sarah on social! Bluesky: @sarahspain.com Instagram: @Spain2323 Follow producer Misha Jones! Bluesky: <a href="https://bsky.app/profile
S1 E165 · Mon, March 10, 2025
The New Standard with Alysia Montaño
Alysia Montaño, an Olympic bronze medalist and founder of For All Mothers, joins Sarah to discuss the inspiration behind her nonprofit, how pregnancy has historically impacted endorsements and brand deals, and what it was like to break a non-disclosure agreement with Nike to shed light on how the company treated pregnant athletes. Plus, Alysia gives flowers to the organizations that have made the biggest strides in ensuring athletes in women’s sports have protections and support around pregnancy and childbirth. Read/watch Alysia’s op-ed in the New York Times here Read more about Alysia’s nonprofit here Leave us a voicemail at 872-204-5070 or send us a note at goodgame@wondermedianetwork.com Follow Sarah on social! Bluesky: @sarahspain.com Instagram: @Spain2323 Follow producer Misha Jones! Bluesky: @mishthejrnalist.bsky.social Instagram: @mishthejrnalist Follow producer Alex Azzi! Bluesky: @byalexazzi.bsky.social See omnystudio.com/listener for pri
S1 E164 · Fri, March 07, 2025
Crazy If You Do, Crazy If You Don’t with Bernadette McGlade
Bernadette McGlade, longtime commissioner of the Atlantic-10 conference, joins Sarah to discuss fighting for the distribution of financial “units” in women’s basketball, the potential outcomes of the House vs. NCAA settlement and why it’s important to learn from failure. Plus, the Rice Krispie mystery gets sticky, a women’s tennis moment courtesy of the worst person in the room, and the NWSL is back. The A-10 basketball tournament schedule can be found here The full college basketball schedule can be found here The Unrivaled schedule can be found here The PWHL schedule can be found here The LOVB schedule can be found here Find the PVF schedule here Leave us a voicemail at 872-204-5070 or send us a note at goodgame@wondermedianetwork.com Follow Sarah on social! Bluesky: @sarahspain.com Instagram: @Spain2323 Follow producer
S1 E163 · Thu, March 06, 2025
Cookies & Oversight with Alexa Philippou
ESPN women’s basketball reporter Alexa Philippou joins Sarah to discuss which college hoops stars have the edge in the player of the year race, chat about the huge leap the Indiana Fever took in WNBA free agency, and share a tale about Diana Taurasi that didn’t make it into the ESPN story about her retirement. Plus, our government’s checks and balances do some checking and balancing, a Japanese soccer legend announces her retirement, and a couple friends of the show are in competition mode. Read the ESPN story Alexa contributed to about Diana Taurasi’s retirement here Read Kevin Blackistone's column about Haskell Indian Nations University here Listen to our episode with Katherine Legge here Find the schedule and race results for the World Bobsled and Skeleton Championships here See Sophia Wilson’s pregnancy announcement post on Instagram here And watch Sophia’s husband Michael gush about his wife here Leave us a voicemail at 872-204-5070 or send us a note at goodgame@wondermedianetwork.com Follow Sarah on social! Bluesky: <a href="https://bsky.app/profile/sarahspain.com" data-
S1 E162 · Wed, March 05, 2025
The Old Ceiling Is The New Floor with Ari Chambers
Andscape & ESPN commentator Ari Chambers joins Sarah to discuss what’s sure to be a chaotic March Madness, the difference between a great team and a Final Four team, her thoughts on the inaugural Unrivaled season, and why we should all remain vigilant with Title IX at risk. Plus, a Wildcat joins a Duck and a Hawkeye in an exclusive club. Follow Ari on Bluesky and Instagram ! Leave us a voicemail at 872-204-5070 or send us a note at goodgame@wondermedianetwork.com Follow Sarah on social! Bluesky: @sarahspain.com Instagram: @Spain2323 Follow producer Misha Jones! Bluesky: @mishthejrnalist.bsky.social Instagram: @mishthejrnalist Follow producer Alex Azzi! Bluesky: @byalexazzi.bsky.social See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
S1 E161 · Tue, March 04, 2025
The Human Condition with Big Citrus
Truth bomb: Even our FAVORITE sports figures aren’t perfect. Sarah, Alex and Misha have a meaningful conversation about how to react when athletes we admire for their on-field heroics do harmful things outside of their sport. Plus, the Athletes Unlimited pro hoops season comes to a close, plenty of college hoops chaos, and Diana Taurasi shows off her comedic timing. The NCAA basketball schedule can be found here Leave us a voicemail at 872-204-5070 or send us a note at goodgame@wondermedianetwork.com Follow Sarah on social! Bluesky: @sarahspain.com Instagram: @Spain2323 Follow producer Misha Jones! Bluesky: @mishthejrnalist.bsky.social Instagram: @mishthejrnalist Follow producer Alex Azzi! Bluesky: @byalexazzi.bsky.social See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
S1 E160 · Mon, March 03, 2025
Barça To Boston with Domè Guasch
Domè Guasch, the first-ever general manager for NWSL expansion team BOS Nation Football Club, joins Sarah to talk skipping school to pursue coaching, why his focus is on the women’s game, recruiting players in the NWSL’s post-draft era and what he knows about the team's potential rebrand. Plus, the details behind his first hire as GM, and Sarah gives him a Boston pop quiz, including a potentially controversial coffee take. Leave us a voicemail at 872-204-5070 or send us a note at goodgame@wondermedianetwork.com Follow Sarah on social! Bluesky: @sarahspain.com Instagram: @Spain2323 Follow producer Misha Jones! Bluesky: @mishthejrnalist.bsky.social Instagram: @mishthejrnalist Follow producer Alex Azzi! Bluesky: @byalexazzi.bsky.social See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
S1 E159 · Fri, February 28, 2025
Wrecking Each Other’s Sleds with Elana Meyers Taylor
Elana Meyers Taylor, one of the best bobsledders of all time, joins Sarah to talk winning after 40, breaking through to stand atop the monobob podium, and the history of racism and misogyny in the sliding sports. Plus, a “Yes, And” about the first Black woman to win Winter Olympic gold and a “What the Fact” about an absolutely bonkers excuse to keep women out of bobsled’s sister sport. Follow Elana on Instagram here Watch Vonetta Flowers & Jill Bakken’s gold medal-winning run here Read more about the history of women being excluded from the Cresta Run here The NCAA basketball schedule can be found here The PWHL schedule can be found here The Unrivaled schedule can be found here The Athletes
S1 E158 · Thu, February 27, 2025
We’ll See You In The Lobby, Diana
Diana Taurasi is officially hangin’ 'em up and Big Citrus convenes to reminisce on the legendary career of the greatest scorer in WNBA history. Plus, miniature horses on planes, clones for 1 v 1, fairness in NIL, and where’s the show merch? We answer a mailbag full of questions from you slices! Read TIME magazine’s story on Diana Taurasi’s retirement here Read the 2012 NYTimes story on Lolo Jones here The NCAA basketball schedule can be found here Leave us a voicemail at 872-204-5070 or send us a note at goodgame@wondermedianetwork.com Follow Sarah on social! Bluesky: @sarahspain.com Instagram: @Spain2323 Follow producer Misha Jones! Bluesky: @mishthejrnalist.bsky.social Instagram: @mishthejrnalist Follow producer Alex Azzi! Bluesky: @byalexazzi.bsky.social See omnystud
S1 E157 · Wed, February 26, 2025
Cultivating Audacity with Anne Marie Anderson
Anne Marie Anderson, Emmy Award-winning ESPN broadcaster and author, joins Sarah to talk calling the inaugural season of League One Volleyball, the crowded field of pro volleyball leagues and how the sport’s landscape could change over the next five-to-ten years. Plus, finding your “front row,” solving the “urgent vs. important” equation, and more lessons from Anderson’s book, Cultivating Audacity: Dismantle Doubt and Let Yourself Win. Get Anne Marie’s book “Cultivating Audacity: Dismantle Doubt and Let Yourself Win” here Pre-order Sarah’s book “Runs In The Family” here Leave us a voicemail at 872-204-5070 or send us a note at goodgame@wondermedianetwork.com Follow Sarah on social! Bluesky: @sarahspain.com Instagram: @Spain2323 Follow producer Misha Jones! Bluesky: @mishthejrnalist.bsky.social Instagram: @mishthejrnalist Follow producer Alex Azzi! Bluesky: @byalexazzi.bsky.social See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
S1 E156 · Tue, February 25, 2025
Black History Year with Shea Butter FC
Shea Butter FC hosts SkyE and Sylvs join Sarah to share why they wanted to start a podcast and help change American soccer culture. Plus, they chat SheBelieves Cup, the upcoming NWSL season and how soccer in the U.S. can be better at making Black players, players of color and fans from different backgrounds feel safe and welcome. Plus, the Washington Mystics finally make a move, Texas hoops is tops for the first time since producer Mish was 6, and a friend of the show is #winning. See Kim Mulkey’s meme-worthy glare here Listen to the Shea Butter FC podcast here Grab your Shea Butter FC HBCU merch here Donate directly to the United Negro College Fund here Leave us a voicemail at 872-204-5070 or send us a note at goodgame@wondermedianetwork.com Follow Sarah on social! Bluesky: @sarahspain.com Instagram: @Spain2323 Follow producer Misha Jones! Bluesky: @mishthejrnalist.bsky.social Instagram: @mishthejrnalist Follow producer Alex Azzi! Bluesky: @byalexazzi.bsky.social See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
S1 E155 · Mon, February 24, 2025
A Cannes-Do Attitude with Beth Sidhu
Beth Sidhu, the woman behind Sport Beach, joins Sarah to talk about the business of women’s sports, from why the perception of women athletes and women’s leagues has changed over the years to which big names will be seaside in Cannes this summer. Plus the Tempo’s moves are speeding up, like father like daughter, and the first ever member of the alpine skiing 100 club. Pre-order Sarah’s book here Pre-order Dawn Staley's book here Pick up a copy of Jane McManus’s book “The Fast Track” at your local bookstore or here Read the Oregonian’s 2024 report on Graeme Abel here Read Meg Linehan’s analysis of Abel’s hiring here Leave us a voicemail at 872-204-5070 or send us a note at goodgame@wondermedianetwork.com Follow Sarah on social! Bluesky: @sarahspain.com Instagram: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/spain2323" data-saferedirecturl="https://www.google.com/url?q=https://www.instagram.com/spain2323&source=gmail&ust=1740433687019000&
S1 E154 · Fri, February 21, 2025
Hell Week For Golf with Tisha Alyn
Tisha Alyn, former pro golfer and host of the Welcome To The Par-Tee podcast, joins Sarah for “No Dumb Questions” golf edition, discusses what it’s like to share her love of golf with her half a million instagram followers and why she thinks the LPGA lags behind other women’s leagues when it comes to activism. Also, NWSL Denver needs a little help, we honor a tennis pro who traded her racquet for a bag of clubs, and we give Flau’jae Johnson some well-deserved flowers. Watch the satirical video about the all-female country club here Cast your vote for NWSL Denver’s “Name the Club” campaign here Watch the trailer for the new NWSL docuseries from Prime Video here Read Alexa Philippou’s story about Marina Mabrey’s denied trade request here The NCAA basketball schedule can be found here Read more about Boston’s WNBA bid here The Women’s Elite Rugby schedule and rosters can be found here Details on the PVF’s all-star game can be found <a href="https://provolleyball.com/all-star-match" data-saferedirecturl="https://www
S1 E153 · Thu, February 20, 2025
Succeeding In The Face Of Bull**** with Lori Lindsey
Lori Lindsey, broadcaster and former USWNT midfielder, joins Sarah to discuss the roster Emma Hayes picked for the SheBelieves Cup, whether Hope Solo will try to score in The Soccer Tournament, and which teams won and lost the NWSL offseason. Plus, Sarah needs a soccer-watching companion and producer Alex has a cure for the post-birthday blues. Check out the episode of The Women’s Game where Lynn Biyendolo talked about Gotham’s mass exodus here Find info on how to watch the 10th annual SheBelieves Cup here Leave us a voicemail at 872-204-5070 or send us a note at goodgame@wondermedianetwork.com Follow Sarah on social! Bluesky: @sarahspain.com Instagram: @Spain2323 Follow producer Misha Jones! Bluesky: @mishthejrnalist.bsky.social Instagram: @mishthejrnali
S1 E152 · Wed, February 19, 2025
Tennis Is For Everyone with Katrina Adams and Mariaan de Swardt
Tennis titans Katrina Adams and Mariaan de Swardt join Sarah to discuss the upcoming ATX Open in Austin, everything that goes into creating and running a WTA tournament, and how to improve diversity and representation in the sport. Plus, Cleveland basketball could be rockin’ again soon and what’s better than pod time with your fam? Check out SBJ’s report about a potential WNBA Cleveland expansion team here Check out Minnesota Aurora’s 2025 season schedule here ATX Open tickets and other tourney info can be found here Leave us a voicemail at 872-204-5070 or send us a note at goodgame@wondermedianetwork.com Follow Sarah on social! Bluesky: @sarahspain.com Instagram: @Spain2323 Follow producer Misha Jones! Bluesky: @mishthejrnalist.bsky.social Instagram: @mishthejrnalist Follow producer Alex Azzi! Bluesky: <a href="https://bsky.app/profile/byalexazzi.bsky.social" data-saferedirecturl="https://www.google.com/url?q=https://bsky.app/profile/byalexazzi.bsky.social&source=gmail&ust=1739997746552000&usg=AOvVaw2ZHb75GfZWzt
S1 E151 · Tue, February 18, 2025
Our Lord and Savior Emma Hayes with Sam Mewis
Sam Mewis, former USWNT player and editor in chief & host of The Women’s Game podcast, joins Sarah to talk about downing pink margaritas at Lynn Biyendolo’s wedding, Emma Hayes's big plans for U.S. Soccer, why the SheBelieves Cup should be renamed after Emily Sonnett, and whether the NWSL is doing enough to prevent future player health and safety issues. Plus, the NCAA women’s hoops rankings are as stable as a suspension bridge, we're eying up some show hardware, and the “Gulf of America” is not a real thing. Subscribe to Sam’s podcast the The Women’s Game here Check out this week’s AP women’s basketball Top 25 here See all the fans swarming Boston Guard captain Charlotte North here Watch Caylee Waters’ emotional post game press conference moment here Grab your copy of Invisible Women by Caroline Criado Perez here Read Henry Bushnell’s story on how Emma Hayes wants to revolutionize U.S. soccer here Leave us a voicemail at 872-204-
S1 E150 · Mon, February 17, 2025
Running It Back: 'Are We Allowed to Say Coochie?’ with Sydney Colson & Theresa Plaisance
Happy (?!) Presidents' Day! With Athletes Unlimited Pro Basketball in full swing we’re revisiting Sarah’s October 2024 conversation with two AU hoopers, Sydney Colson and Teresa Plaisance – aka the “faces of the league." Syd and TP talk about playing in Athletes Unlimited, their hilarious digital show, and if it’s possible for a prank to go too far. Haven’t seen season one of the Syd & TP show? Check it out here The Athletes Unlimited basketball schedule can be found here Follow the Duolingo owl here Leave us a voicemail at 872-204-5070 or send us a note at goodgame@wondermedianetwork.com Follow Sarah on social! Bluesky: @sarahspain.com Instagram: @Spain2323 Follow producer Misha Jones! Bluesky: @mishthejrnalist.bsky.social Instagram: @mishthejrnalist Follow producer Alex Azzi! Bluesky: @byalexazzi.bsky.social See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
S1 E149 · Fri, February 14, 2025
Group Chat: Socially Acceptable Drama with Charlotte Wilder and Madeline Hill
Valentine’s Day calls for some hot goss! Charlotte Wilder and Madeline Hill, co-hosts of The Sports Gossip Show, join Sarah to discuss their podcast’s origin story, how to medium-launch a relationship, and the women’s sports reality shows we need in our lives. Plus, we play Cupid for your valentines and a “What The Fact” that gives some perspective on a few recent policy decisions. Check out “The Sports Gossip Show” here Read Kalyn Kahler’s 2022 report for Defector on nepotism in NFL hiring here Read Molly Hensley-Clancy’s reporting for the Washington Post about the abuse allegations against Sedona Prince here The Women’s Lacrosse League schedule is here The NCAA basketball schedule can be found here The LOVB schedule can be found here Check out slice Joey’s multi-sport schedule here Leave us a voicemail at 872-204-5070 or send us a note at goodgame@wondermedianetwork.com
S1 E148 · Thu, February 13, 2025
The Law Remains The Same with Congresswoman Lori Trahan
Massachusetts Congresswoman Lori Trahan joins Sarah to talk about reintroducing the Fair Play for Women Act, the dangerous ways H.R. 28 could be enforced, who is most qualified to make rules about fairness and safety in sport, and how she draws strength and perspective from her lived experience as a former college athlete. Plus, things get icy on the slopes, Big Citrus dishes on Unrivaled’s 1-on-1 tournament, and we stan a man who stans a woman. The PWHL schedule is here The AU Pro Hoops schedule is here The WLL Championship Series schedule is here The NCAA basketball schedule is here Read the Fair Play for Women Act here Leave us a voicemail at 872-204-5070 or send us a note at goodgame@wondermedianetwork.com Follow Sarah on social! Bluesky: @sarahspain.com Instagram: @Spain2323 Follow producer Misha Jones! Bluesky: <a href="https://bsky.app/profile/mishthejrnalist.bsky.social" data-saferedirecturl="https://www.google.com/url?q=https:/
S1 E147 · Wed, February 12, 2025
I Try Not To Talk Trash with Claire Thompson
Claire Thompson, defense(wo)man for Team Canada and the Minnesota Frost of the PWHL, joins Sarah to discuss balancing the demands of medical school and professional hockey, how she and the Canadians are preparing for the 2026 Milano Cortina Olympics, and why she’s the ChatGPT of whatever team she’s on. Plus, being friends with the enemy, international adventures, and Sarah tries to get her to talk a little trash. Watch Claire and the Minnesota Frost! The full PWHL schedule can be found here Keep those platonic valentines coming! Leave us a voicemail at 872-204-5070 or send us a note at goodgame@wondermedianetwork.com Follow Sarah on social! Bluesky: @sarahspain.com Instagram: @Spain2323 Follow producer Misha Jones! Bluesky: @mishthejrnalist.bsky.social Instagram: @mishthejrnalist Follow producer Alex Azzi! Bluesky: @byalexazzi.bsky.social See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
S1 E146 · Tue, February 11, 2025
Competing With The Global Game with Jessica Berman
NWSL commissioner Jessica Berman joins Sarah to talk about losing top American players to teams in Europe, the $5 million Players' Restitution Fund and why it's important not to forget the league's fraught history, and whether a second Trump administration could impact the league's values. Plus, the PWHL is back, the Maybelline Women’s Lacrosse League makes its debut, and a slice sends us a valentine. Read the feature on the Eagles’ site about the importance of Black History Month here Read Richard Cohen’s story about “divorce” deals in the WNBA here See the WLL schedule here Leave us a voicemail at 872-204-5070 or send us a note at goodgame@wondermedianetwork.com Follow Sarah on social! Bluesky: @sarahspain.com Instagram: @Spain2323 Follow producer Misha Jones! Bluesky: @mishthejrnalist.bsky.social Instagram: @mishthejrnalist Follow producer Alex Azzi! Bluesky: <a href="https://bsky.app/profile/byalexazzi.bsky.social" data-saferedirecturl="https://www.google.com/url?q=https://bsky
S1 E145 · Mon, February 10, 2025
The Sports Industrial Complex with Hannah Storm, Plus Mike Golic Jr.
Hannah Storm, legendary sports media vet, joins Sarah to discuss how women’s sports coverage has changed at major networks during her career, the early days of doing play-by-play for the WNBA, and how she’s been treated differently in the men’s and women’s sports spaces. Then, podcast host Mike Golic Jr. drops by to help develop a winning – and unusual – business plan. Plus, the Unrivaled 1-on-1 countdown is over, an HBCU standout who is changing the game, and a call for platonic valentines. Fill out a bracket for Unrivaled’s 1-on-1 tourney here! The bracket on the Unrivaled site is pretty hard to read, but two slices came through. Slice Joey Maldonado made one you can print out here Or you can fill out the one made by Cory McDonald here Watch the video of Morgan Price’s perfect 10 here Read Jemele Hill’s 2019 story for the Atlantic, “It’s Time for Black Athletes to Leave White Colleges,” here Listen to NPR’s 2023 report on how 16 states are underfunding HBCUs here You can find an HBCU near you to make a gift to <a href="https://hbcufirst.com/resources/hbcu-list-map" data-saferedirecturl="https://www.google.com/url?q=https://hbcufirst.com/resources/hbcu-list-map&source=gmail&ust=1739239258
Trailer · Sat, February 08, 2025
Introducing: Welcome to the Par-Tee with Tisha Alyn
Welcome to the Par-Tee is your newest obsession about the wonderful world that is women’s golf! We’ll have all the “tee” you need, plus interviews with top players on the LPGA tour, expert tips to improve your game, conversations with celebrity superfans, and a whole lot of fun on and off the course. So whether you’re a seasoned pro or just getting into the swing of things, this par-tee is one you can’t miss! Listen here and subscribe to Welcome to the Par-Tee with Tisha Alyn on the iHeartRadio app or wherever you get your podcasts! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
S1 E144 · Fri, February 07, 2025
When It’s Time To Leave with Callie Brownson
Callie Brownson, former NFL assistant coach turned senior director of high performance for USA Football, joins Sarah to discuss knowing it was time to leave the NFL for a new opportunity, being on a staff with a problematic high-profile player, and how she’s making sure Team USA is ready for flag football’s 2028 Olympic debut. Plus, the worst kind of “National Girls and Women in Sports” day tribute, an NWSL x WNBA crossover, and a Black History Month spotlight you won’t want to miss. Check out Veronica Wells’ story on Billie Harris here Fill out a bracket for the Unrivaled 1-on-1 tourney! The bracket on the Unrivaled site is pretty hard to read, but super slice Joey Maldonado made a better one that you can print out here Find out more about the new NWSL x WNBA training facility in Portland here Interested in season tickets for Denver’s new NWSL team? Details are here The NCAA basketball schedule can be found here The NCAA softball schedule is here <li dir=
S1 E143 · Thu, February 06, 2025
The Superb Bowel with Michelle Beadle and Mina Kimes
Down in the The Big Easy, Sarah catches up with Michelle Beadle, host of SiriusXM’s “Beadle & Decker,” and ESPN’s Mina Kimes to add a women’s sports slant to some of Super Bowl week's biggest questions: Ar e dynasties good or bad? And is it cool to root for your former team instead of your sibling? Plus, we’re making a plan to buy A’ja Wilson’s shoes, the NWSL is coughing up some cash, and more proof the NFL never really cared about ending racism. View the NCAA softball schedule here Read Meg Linehan’s story on the NWSL abuse settlement here Watch A’ja Wilson’s sit-down with Issa Rae here Listen to A’ja on The Athletic Women's Basketball Show here Leave us a voicemail at 872-204-5070 or send us a note at goodgame@wondermedianetwork.com Follow Sarah on social! Bluesky: @sarahspain.bsky.social Instagram: @Spain2323 Follow producer Misha Jones! Bluesky: @mishthejrnalist.bsky.social Instagram: <a href="htt
S1 E142 · Wed, February 05, 2025
No Dumb Questions: College Softball with Rhiannon Potkey
Reporter and editor Rhiannon Potkey joins Sarah ahead of the college softball season for a “No Dumb Questions” episode on the state of the sport, standout players to watch, and which teams might contend for this season’s NCAA title. Plus, the stars, stakes, stats and stories you need to know. Happy National Girls and Women in Sport Day! Tell us how you’re celebrating! Leave us a voicemail at 872-204-5070 or send us a note at goodgame@wondermedianetwork.com Follow Rhiannon on Bluesky here Find the NCAA softball schedule here Follow Sarah on social! Bluesky: @sarahspain.bsky.social Instagram: @Spain2323 Follow producer Misha Jones! Bluesky: @mishthejrnalist.bsky.social Instagram: @mishthejrnalist Follow producer Alex Azzi! Bluesky: @byalexazzi.bsky.social See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
S1 E141 · Tue, February 04, 2025
Gentle Threats with Maggie Munson and Stef Strack
Stef Strack, founder and CEO of VOICEINSPORT, and Maggie Munson, a track and cross country athlete at Wisconsin and the school’s VOICEINSPORT chapter president, join Sarah to talk about the Fair Play For Women Act that they’re re-introducing in Congress tomorrow, the misleading Protection of Women and Girls in Sports Act, and title IX compliance issues at Wisconsin. Plus, the WNBA could be headed to Philadelphia, a wild free agency stat, and USA Softball honors an active college coaching legend with a big move. Watch Kim Mulkey smack a clipboard out of Seimone Augustus’ hands here The AU Pro Basketball schedule is here And Opening Night watch party info is here RSVP to join the Voice in Sport Foundation on Capitol Hill tomorrow here Make a donation to the Voice in Sport advocate program here Follow Across the Timeline on Bluesky or X Check out the scenes at the Junior Junkanoo in the Bahamas <a href="https://bsky.app/profile/sarahspain.com/post/3lgywwi72tc2n" data-saferedirecturl="https://ww
S1 E140 · Mon, February 03, 2025
Trash Talk Has Commenced with Napheesa Collier
Unrivaled co-founder and Minnesota Lynx star Napheesa Collier joins Sarah to discuss how she balances her playing and co-founder duties, the elements of Unrivaled she hopes to bring to the next WNBA CBA, and what it’s like having most of the WNBA’s biggest stars in one place during free agency. Plus, Apostro’Bam lives, we’re forever 22, and we get emotional about a truly excellent spreadsheet. Donate to the Kay Yow Cancer Fund here What are your takeaways from WNBA free agency? Biggest winners? Losers? What move surprised you most? Leave us a voicemail at 872-204-5070 or send us a note at goodgame@wondermedianetwork.com Check out slice Erin Raw’s glorious Good Game spreadsheet here and women’s pro sports spreadsheet here ESPN’s WNBA free agency tracker is here Check out slice Elana Rebitzer’s WNBA free agency data viz charts here and here The first draft of the 2025 Athletes Unlimited Basketball season is today at 12pm ET! Watch it <a href="https://www.youtube.com/c/Athletes
S1 E139 · Fri, January 31, 2025
Free Agency Feels with Khristina Williams
Khristina Williams, host of the iHeart podcast “In Case You Missed It,” joins Sarah to discuss all the WNBA free agency drama, from franchise players Brittney Griner and Alyssa Thomas making big moves to predictions about where Satou Sabally, Nneka Ogwumike and Chennedy Carter may end up. Plus, the NWSL is reaching new heights, Sarah’s hometown team celebrates the return of a legend and it’s the end of an era for Nebraska volleyball. Subscribe to “In Case You Missed It” with Khristina Williams here It’s your last day to get a slice of the Minnesota Aurora. Details are here The full AU Softball draft results can be found here The Unrivaled schedule can be found here The NCAA hockey schedule can be found here Watch the cute video of the Fever welcoming back Kelsey Mitchell <a href="https://x.com/IndianaFever/status/1884652305120977312?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw%7Ctwcamp%5Etweetembed%7Ctwterm%5E1884652305120977312%7Ctwgr%5E9837635813bddd2b555f2a1482b73ad449caa48b%7Ctwcon%5Es1_&ref_url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.indystar.com%2Fstory%2Fsports%2Fbasketball%2Fwnba%2Ffever%2F2025%2F01%2F29%2Fkelsey-mitchell-greeted-by-caitlin-clark-fever-staff-after-indiana-return-new-contract-signing-wnba%2F78027112007%2F" data-saferedirecturl="https://www.google.com/url?q=https://x.com/IndianaFever/status/1884652305120977312?ref_src%3Dtwsrc%255Etfw%257Ctwcamp%255Etweetembed%257Ctwterm%255E1884652305120977312%257Ctwgr%255E9837635813bddd2b555f2a1482b73ad449caa48b%257Ctwcon%255Es1_%26ref_url%3Dhttps%253A%252F%252Fwww.indystar.com%252Fstory%252Fsports%252Fbasketball%252Fwnba%252Ffever%252F2025%252F01%252F29%252Fkelsey-mitchell-greeted-by-caitlin-clark-fever-staff-after-indiana-return-new-contract-signing-wnba%252F7802
S1 E138 · Thu, January 30, 2025
It’s A Great Day To Be A Longhorn with Vic Schaefer and Madison Booker
Texas women’s basketball head coach Vic Schaefer and superstar sophomore Madison Booker join Sarah to talk about the #5 Longhorns’ successful season. Madison talks confidence on the court and explains how she grew up quickly last season, while Coach Schaefer shares what’s kept him in coaching for 40 years and why he thinks Booker will go down in history as one of the greatest ever. Plus, WNBA free agency chaos continues, the LPGA tees off and we stan a spirit tunnel. Invest in Minnesota Aurora FC here The NCAA basketball schedule can be found here The Women’s Elite Rugby names/logos can be found here Vote for Unrivaled player seeding here Watch Sydney Colson’s tunnel walk here Watch Alysha Clark’s tunnel walk here Leave us a voicemail at 872-204-5070 or send us a note at <a href="mailto:goodgame@wondermed
S1 E137 · Wed, January 29, 2025
There's Always Tea with Megan Perry
Megan Perry, head of basketball for Athletes Unlimited, joins Sarah to discuss what's new for the league’s fourth season, the rich history of basketball in Nashville, and how AU’s unique format means every moment matters, even in a blowout. Plus, the stars, stakes, stats & stories that'll make you a more informed AU hoops fan! Check out the full Athletes Unlimited roster here The full Athletes Unlimited schedule (including ticket info and tune-in details) is here Also, don’t forget slice Joey’s excellent sports calendar, which features AU hoops! You can find that here Check out the AU Pro Hoops Nashville promo featuring faces of the WNBA here Leave us a voicemail at 872-204-5070 or send us a note at goodgame@wondermedianetwork.com Follow Sarah on social! Bluesky: @sarahspain.bsky.social Instagram: @Spain2323 Follow producer Misha Jones! Bluesky: @mishthejrnalist.bsky.social Instagram: <a href="https://www.
S1 E136 · Tue, January 28, 2025
The Breakfast that Changed Women’s Hockey with Karissa Donkin
CBC women’s hockey and investigative reporter Karissa Donkin joins Sarah to talk about how Team USA and Team Canada hockey players put their rivalry aside to change the sport’s future, what teams are hot (and cold) in the PWHL this season and why women’s hockey is in its Taylor Swift era. Plus, more insight into the blockbuster Jewell Loyd/Kelsey Plum trade, and a well-deserved posthumous entry into the Good Game Hall of Fame. Read Kevin Pelton’s story on the blockbuster Jewell Loyd/Kelsey Plum WNBA trade here Read Karissa Donkin’s story about Coach Troy Ryan here Follow Karissa on Bluesky here and on Instagram here Leave us a voicemail at 872-204-5070 or send us a note at goodgame@wondermedianetwork.com Follow Sarah on social! Bluesky: @sarahspain.bsky.social Instagram: @Spain2323 Follow producer Misha Jones! Bluesky: @mishthejrnalist.bsky.social Instagram: @mishthejrnalist TikTok: @mishthejrnalist Follow producer Alex Azzi! Bluesky: @byalexazzi.bsky.social See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
S1 E135 · Mon, January 27, 2025
My Neck, My Back, My Tittles & All That
Catch up on a busy weekend of sports, including a major hoops trade, a DJ’s tasteless play, and Naomi Girma’s official move to the UK. Plus, a “Yes, And” about snow sports lore, a naughty little tune making a surprising comeback and a slice’s app-etite for more. Bid to take home one of Hawaii’s sUHrf City uniforms here Read Keith Jenkins’ ESPN story on sisters in college hoops here See Unrivaled stats on Across the Timeline here Check out FlashScore here Buy your slice of Minnesota Aurora FC here Leave us a voicemail at 872-204-5070 or send us a note at goodgame@wondermedianetwork.com Follow Sarah on social! Bluesky: @sarahspain.bsky.social Instagram: @Spain2323 Follow producer Misha Jones! Bluesky: @mishthejrnalist.bsky.social
S1 E134 · Fri, January 24, 2025
Tamper Bay, U.S.A. with Big Citrus
How will WNBA free agency be impacted by Unrivaled players talking shop in Miami (aka Tamper Bay)? Is buying someone a coffee tampering? What should we expect from tonight’s college hoops battle between #5 LSU and #2 South Carolina? Big Citrus jumps on the mic to discuss it all. Plus, transfer fees explained and new research that is one part unsurprising and one million parts infuriating. GGPOTD: Ask us anything! We’re planning a Slices Mailbag episode and want to hear your questions. Leave us a voicemail at 872-204-5070 or send us a note at goodgame@wondermedianetwork.com Check out Kim Mulkey’s basketball hoop outfit here The Unrivaled schedule can be found here The NCAA basketball schedule can be found here Get your Atlanta Dream tickets here The LOVB schedule can be found here Find the PVF schedule here The WLL rosters can be found here The study we mentioned in today's
S1 E133 · Thu, January 23, 2025
The Land of 10,000 Owners with Andrea Yoch and Morgan Stone
Minnesota Aurora FC co-founder Andrea Yoch and former Aurora midfielder Morgan Stone join Sarah to talk about the team’s community capital raise ending January 31st (grab your slice!), the USL W League pipeline to pro soccer, the club’s long term goals, and a magical creature named Rory the Aurorasaurus. Plus, the NWSL schedule is here, a lesson in the rule of the road, and a legendary Jeopardy answer. Join the land of 10,000 owners at Minnesota Aurora FC here Find tonight’s full college basketball schedule here Leave us a voicemail at 872-204-5070 or send us a note at goodgame@wondermedianetwork.com Follow Sarah on social! Bluesky: @sarahspain.bsky.social Instagram: @Spain2323 Follow producer Misha Jones! Bluesky: @mishthejrnalist.bsky.social Instagram: @mishthejrnalist TikTok: @mishthejrnalist Follow producer Alex Azzi! Bluesky: @byalexazzi.bsky.social See
S1 E132 · Wed, January 22, 2025
Sticky Brain with Katherine Legge
Trailblazing motorsport driver Katherine Legge joins Sarah to discuss how she got into racing as a kid, the win-win deal she and her dad made that helped accelerate her career, and whether women’s-only racing helps or hurts the development of female drivers. Plus, Naomi Girma is about to get a whole lotta stamps, a belated congrats to a dawg, and a review about a douche who can’t get out of women’s soccer fast enough. Listen to “Throttle Therapy” with Katherine Legge here Check out “Full Circle” – a new podcast co-hosted by WNBA star Lexie Brown and sports media personality Mariah Rose – here Watch tonight’s LOVB action here More on the PWHL’s inaugural Breakthrough Cup here The college hoops schedule is here Become an owner of the Minnesota Aurora FC here Leave us a voicemail at 872-204-5070 or send us a note at goodgame@wondermedianetwork.com Follow Sarah on social! Bluesky: @sarahspain.bsky.social Instagram: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/spain2323" data-saferedirecturl="https:/
S1 E131 · Tue, January 21, 2025
The Boom Boom Room
Big Citrus reconvenes to talk about the debut of Unrivaled hoops, volleyball star Haleigh Washington’s elite trolling, and our show’s new side, Aurora FC. Plus, two women pop the cork on a new snowboard trick, an underfrog story for the ages, and stop putting things off, people! Watch goalkeeper Alyssa Naeher learn she's been named Player of the Year here Watch Chloe Kim’s winning snowboard halfpipe run here Check out Haleigh Washington’s MLV-inspired “Mad-Libs” here Follow the Minnesota Aurora FC on social! Bluesky: @mnaurorafc.bsky.social Instagram: @MNAuroraFC Check out Rory the Aurorasaurus here Leave us a voicemail at 872-204-5070 or send us a note at goodgame@wondermedianetwork.com Follow Sarah on social! Bluesky: @sarahspain.bsky.social Instagram: @Spain2323 Follow producer Misha Jones! Bluesky: <
S1 E130 · Mon, January 20, 2025
We Are Living In the Stupidest Time with Jemele Hill
Jemele Hill, author, executive producer, podcast host, and staff writer at The Atlantic, joins Sarah to talk about how she’s maintaining her inner light during a rough start to 2025, how a second Trump presidency could affect the women’s sports landscape, and how she's preparing for the forthcoming chaos. Read Jemele’s memoir Uphill here Read the other memoir Jemele recommended – “Plain Jayne” by Jayne Kennedy – here Subscribe to the Spolitics podcast here Watch the documentary 13th on Netflix Leave us a voicemail at 872-204-5070 or send us a note at goodgame@wondermedianetwork.com Follow Sarah on social! Bluesky: @sarahspain.bsky.social Instagram: @Spain2323 Follow producer Misha Jones! Bluesky: @mishthejrnalist.bsky.social Instagram: @mishthejrnalist TikTok: @mishthejrnalist <li dir=
S1 E129 · Fri, January 17, 2025
More Than The Power Four with Rob Knox
Basketball reporter Rob Knox, who covers HBCU hoops for The Next, joins Sarah to discuss how team success can affect player odds for individual awards, the college hoops stars currently flying under the radar, and the HBCU and mid-major teams everyone should be talking about. Plus, how to prep for Unrivaled’s tip-off, when heckling goes wrong, and an open question about just how many new pro volleyball leagues one country can have. Buy your own slice of Minnesota Aurora FC! Details can be found here Check out Rob’s recent reporting for The Next here Follow broadcaster Dom Patrick here Watch the video of Danielle Collins heckling back here Learn more about the rules Unrivaled will use via this helpful post from Just Women’s Sports Read more about the NCAA vote to provide “performance units” to women’s basketball teams here The full college basketball schedule can be found here Get your tickets to the Beanpot championship game <a href="https://www.ticketm
S1 E128 · Thu, January 16, 2025
Engaging Meaningfully with Katie Barnes
Award winning journalist, producer and author Katie Barnes joins Sarah to explain the “Protection of Women and Girls in Sports Act” bill that the House passed earlier this week. They discuss who and what could be affected if the Senate passes the bill, potential unintended consequences, and what is and isn’t made clear in the language of the bill. Plus, another un-retirement, PVF players hit the court tonight, and some extremely gay math. Get Katie’s book, “Fair Play: How Sports Shape the Gender Debates” here Find the PVF schedule here Check Frankie de la Cretaz’s insight on queer players competing in Unrivaled here Leave us a voicemail at 872-204-5070 or send us a note at goodgame@wondermedianetwork.com Follow Sarah on social! Bluesky: @sarahspain.bsky.social Instagram: @Spain2323 Follow producer Misha Jones! Bluesky: @mishthejrnalist.bsky.social Instagram: @mishthe
S1 E127 · Wed, January 15, 2025
Which Basketball Club is MFU? An Unrivaled Team Draft
It’s Unrivaled Team Draft Day! Sarah, Alex, and Mish debut a fool-proof points system to help you pick which Unrivaled club to root for in the league’s inaugural season! It’s part hoops draft, part Seventeen magazine quiz and part Buzzfeed personality test. Plus, WoSo wedding szn and super slices have us siced! Want to help contribute essentials to those impacted by the LA fires? The folks at Deep Blue Sports are helping organize a drive. Details can be found here ! All of the Unrivaled rosters, logos, coaches, and branding can be found on the league’s website. Check it out here We want to see your Unrivaled draft sheet! Post a photo on social (and tag Sarah!) or send us an email at goodgame@wondermedianetwork.com Check out ArtButMakeItSports’s recent twitter post featuring Naomi Osaka and the 1830s painting “Under the Wave off Kanagawa” here Shoutout to super slice Joey for making a composite calendar for LOVB, Unrivaled, AU Basketball, and Pro Volleyball Federation games. You can find that schedule here Check out Toronto Tempo merch here The Brittney Sykes dancing video Misha referenced can be found here <li
S1 E126 · Tue, January 14, 2025
Coaching Is Not An Autocracy with Muffet McGraw
Basketball analyst and former Notre Dame hoops head coach Muffet McGraw joins Sarah to talk about the incredible job her successor Niele Ivey is doing with the program, Hannah Hidalgo’s case for National Player of the Year, the pushback surrounding a post Hidalgo shared on social media last summer, and why the coaching landscape still doesn’t pass the gender bias test. Plus, Team Canada soccer is shaking things up, the coldest pot of beans you ever saw, and some excellent reading recs. Watch Muffet McGraw’s viral comments on women in leadership here Read Emily Jo Roberts’ essay on investing in women coaches here Read Linda Lu and Chantal Hildebrand’s co-leadership essay here Leave us a voicemail at 872-204-5070 or send us a note at goodgame@wondermedianetwork.com Follow Sarah on social! Bluesky: @sarahspain.bsky.social Instagram: @Spain2323 Follow producer Misha Jones! Bluesky: @mishthejrnalist.bsky.social Instagram: @mishthejrna
S1 E125 · Mon, January 13, 2025
Slice-ees, Sellouts, and Shouting 'Diana Taurasi'
We nominated, you voted, and now the results of our first ever Slice-ee Awards are in! Plus, Sarah gets you caught up on the latest NWSL headlines, juiciest NCAA hoops upsets and favorites for the first tennis Slam of the year. Then, a PWHL “Good Game, Good Game, Fact You” featuring shattered records and the new iHeart Women’s Sports pods you should add to your rotation. Links to funds helping those affected by the LA wildfires: Donate to The LA Unified School District Education Emergency Relief Fund here , offering direct cash assistance and support to families and LAUSD employees affected by the fires Donate to the LA Fire Department Foundation here , supporting the heroic firefighters responding in real-time Donate to the International Community Foundation here , supporting front/second line farmworkers, day laborers, essential workers and families impacted by the fires Help displaced families in the historically Black Altadena community affected by the fires here Sydney Colson’s X post, the winner of The Very Unserious Syd Colson Award, For Excellence in Social Media Trolling, is <a href="https://x.com/SydJColson/status/1848473824377114837?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw%7Ctwcamp%5Etweetembed%7Ctwterm%5E1848473824377114837%7Ctwgr%5Eddd774c1ab55800002a544f41296e831e6b0d200%7Ctwcon%5Es1_&ref_url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.sportskeeda.com%2Fus%2Fwnba%2Fnews-cathy-suspend-ban-you-wnba-fans-stitches-aces-guard-sydney-colson-putting-cathy-engelbert-s-controversial-dress" data-saferedirecturl="https://www.google.com/url?q=https://x.com/SydJColson/status/1848473824377114837?
S1 E124 · Fri, January 10, 2025
New Year, New Leagues: Bats, Balls and Sticks with Big Citrus
We close out our “New Year, New Leagues” series with a few more women’s sports leagues to keep tabs on in 2025 and beyond. Plus, Big Citrus convenes to review everything we learned this week, from what excites us most about these new leagues to some lingering questions and concerns. You have one last chance to vote for the Slice-ees (aka our end-of-2024 women’s sports awards) before we reveal the winners next week. Vote here ! Follow the Women’s Lacrosse League here Follow the Northern Super League here Follow the Women’s Pro Baseball League here Get tickets for the Lexus Championship Series – featuring the debut of the WLL – here You can check out WLL merch here Leave us a voicemail at 872-204-5070 or send us a note at goodgame@wondermedianetwork.com Follow Sarah on social! Bluesky: @sarahspain.bsky.social Instagram: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/sp
S1 E123 · Thu, January 09, 2025
New Year, New Leagues: Women’s Elite Rugby with Dr. Jessica Hammond-Graf and Betty Nguyen
Women’s Elite Rugby (aka WER) is the focus of today’s edition of “New Year, New Leagues.” WER President Dr. Jessica Hammond-Graf and Chicago player Betty Nguyen join Sarah to discuss the inspiration for the league, the difference between 7s and 15s, and how each team filled out its roster. Plus, the stars, stakes, stats, and stories you need to know. Follow the WER on Instagram here Follow WER player Emma Farnan on Instagram here Follow Dr. Jessica Hammond-Graf on X here Leave us a voicemail at 872-204-5070 or send us a note at goodgame@wondermedianetwork.com Follow Sarah on social! Bluesky: @sarahspain.bsky.social Instagram: @Spain2323 Follow producer Misha Jones! Bluesky: @mishthejrnalist.bsky.social Instagram: @mishthejrnalist TikTok: @mishthejrnalist Follow producer Alex Azzi! Bluesky: @byalexazzi.bsky.social See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
S1 E122 · Wed, January 08, 2025
New Year, New Leagues: Athletes Unlimited Softball with Cat Osterman
Our “New Year, New Leagues” series continues! Pitching legend and GM of the AUSL Volts Cat Osterman joins Sarah to chat all things Athletes Unlimited Softball League. They talk how this league will differ from previous AU softball formats, its groundbreaking year-round insurance policy for athletes, and the stars, stakes, stats and stories to look out for. Follow the AUSL here Purchase season tickets here Follow Cat on Instagram here Follow AUSL player Bubba Nickles here Follow AUSL player Dejah Mulipola here Follow AUSL player Carley Hoover here Photographer/Videographer Jade Hewitt on Instagram here AUSL senior reporter/broadcaster Savanna Collins on Instagram here See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
S1 E121 · Tue, January 07, 2025
New Year, New Leagues: LOVB Volleyball with Jordyn Poulter and Rosie Spaulding
League One Volleyball (aka LOVB) takes center stage for installment #2 of our “New Year, New Leagues” series. LOVB President Rosie Spaulding and Salt Lake City player Jordyn Poulter join Sarah to discuss how the league is prioritizing athlete experience and why in-game commentary will sound a little different. Plus, the stars, stakes, stats, and stories you need to know. Watch LOVB! The full season schedule (including tune-in info) can be found here Listen to the “Serving Pancakes” podcast here Follow Evollve for reliable and accessible volleyball stats and data Follow LOVB player Lauren Carlini here Follow LOVB player Jordan Thompson here Follow the league here , and follow the teams too! LOVB Atlanta L
S1 E120 · Mon, January 06, 2025
New Year, New Leagues: Unrivaled Basketball with Alex Bazzell
We’re starting 2025 with our “New Year, New Leagues” series of shows, bringing you everything you need to know about the new professional women's leagues kickin' off, tippin' off, first pitchin' and first servin’ their way into our hearts in 2025. First up, Unrivaled Basketball president Alex Bazzell joins Sarah to talk about the stars, stakes, stats and stories in the new 3-on-3 league. Follow Unrivaled Basketball here , and follow the basketball clubs too! Lunar Owls BC Rose BC Vinyl BC Mist BC Phantom BC Laces BC Watch the Unrivaled roster selection here Follow Alex @alexbazzell on IG Follow Unrivaled player and co-founder Napheesa Collier <a href="https://www.instagram.com/napheesa24/?hl=en" data-saferedirecturl="https://www.google.com/url?q=https:/
S1 E119 · Fri, January 03, 2025
Best of 2024: Sports Are Binary, Human Beings Are Not with Rose Eveleth
We’ve spent the week revisiting our favorite interviews of 2024, and last but not least is Sarah’s conversation with Rose Eveleth, host of the Tested podcast. They joined her back in August to talk gender verification testing, the binary categorization of humans, and the “dangers” that inexact sciences seek to protect women athletes from. Subscribe and listen to Rose Eveleth’s podcast series, Tested here (scroll down to find it)! Learn about the history of sex testing, the language Rose & Sarah use, and find additional reading here Read the Scientific American Story that Sarah mentions here ! Leave us a voicemail at 872-204-5070 or send us a note at goodgame@wondermedianetwork.com Follow Sarah on social! Bluesky: @sarahspain.bsky.social Instagram: @Spain2323 Follow producer Misha Jones! Bluesky: @mishthejrnalist.bsky.social Instagram: @mishthejrnalist TikTok: @mishthejrnalist Follow producer Alex Azzi! Bluesky: @byalexazzi.bsky.social See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
S1 E118 · Thu, January 02, 2025
Best of 2024: The Triforce with Sam Mewis & Becky Sauerbrunn
As part of our “Best of 2024” series, here is Sarah’s conversation with USWNT legends Sam Mewis and Becky Sauerbrunn from August, right before the U.S.-Brazil gold medal game at the Paris Olympics. Sam and Becky discussed everything from the start of the Emma Hayes era to their favorite post-game eats. Listen to Sam Mewis's podcast, "The Women's Game" here Make sure to check out the "Good Vibes FC" episodes, where Sam is joined by Becky Sauerbrunn and Lynn Williams! Videos here Follow Sarah on social! Bluesky: @sarahspain.bsky.social Instagram: @Spain2323 Follow producer Misha Jones! Bluesky: @mishthejrnalist.bsky.social Instagram: @mishthejrnalist TikTok: @mishthejrnalist Follow producer Alex Azzi! Bluesky: @byalexazzi.bsky.social See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
S1 E117 · Wed, January 01, 2025
Best of 2024: Can We Cuss on Here? With Layshia Clarendon
We’re revisiting some of our favorite interviews of 2024! Today, we hit play on Sarah’s conversation with recently retired WNBA hooper Layshia Clarendon. Lay joined Sarah to talk grieving his career while honoring themself and their stillness, being the first out trans player in the W, and the Finals series between two of her former teams. Follow Layshia on IG here ! Leave us a voicemail at 872-204-5070 or send us a note at goodgame@wondermedianetwork.com Follow Sarah on social! Bluesky: @sarahspain.bsky.social Instagram: @Spain2323 Follow producer Misha Jones! Bluesky: @mishthejrnalist.bsky.social Instagram: @mishthejrnalist TikTok: @mishthejrnalist Follow producer Alex Azzi! Bluesky: @byalexazzi.bsky.social See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
S1 E116 · Tue, December 31, 2024
Best of 2024: How To Be Annoying (in a Good Way!) with Kathryn Bertine
We’re revisiting some of our favorite interviews of 2024! Back in August, former pro cyclist and forever activist Kathryn Bertine joined Sarah to discuss the history of the Tour de France Femmes, and why equality in cycling is still a long way away. Read Kathryn Bertine’s memoir, Stand and watch her film, Half the Road Leave us a voicemail at 872-204-5070 or send us a note at goodgame@wondermedianetwork.com Follow Sarah on social! Bluesky: @sarahspain.bsky.social Instagram: @Spain2323 Follow producer Misha Jones! Bluesky: @mishthejrnalist.bsky.social Instagram: @mishthejrnalist TikTok: @mishthejrnalist Follow producer Alex Azzi! Bluesky: @byalexazzi.bsky.social See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
S1 E115 · Mon, December 30, 2024
Best of 2024: Life-Changing Pressure with Jessie Diggins
We’re revisiting some of our favorite interviews of 2024, starting with U.S. cross-country skiing star Jessie Diggins. Sarah originally caught up with Jessie in August during the Summer Olympics, but today we’re running back the interview as it’s the height of Jessie’s own competition season. Watch Jessie compete in the 2024-25 Tour de Ski! The full schedule is here ! Learn more about The Emily Program here ! Check out Jessie Diggins’s book “Brave Enough” here ! Follow Sarah on social! Bluesky: @sarahspain.bsky.social Instagram: @Spain2323 Follow producer Misha Jones! Bluesky: @mishthejrnalist.bsky.social Instagram: @mishthejrnalist TikTok: @mishthejrnalist Follow producer Alex Azzi! Bluesky: @byalexazzi.bsky.social See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
S1 E114 · Tue, December 24, 2024
The Slice-ees (aka the Inaugural Good Game End-of-Year Awards)
It’s time for the first annual Slice-ee Awards!! Sarah, Misha and Alex announce the nominees in each category and ask YOU to cast ballots. Plus, Jane McManus, editor of The Year’s Best Sports Writing 2024, joins Sarah to share her favorite pieces from this year, and chat about her upcoming book The Fast Track: Inside the Surging Business of Women's Sports. Then a *unique* In Memoriam, and some delights and comforts to offset your New Year’s dread. Submit your ballot for the first ever Slice-ee Awards here !! Nominees for the Sam Kerr Tackling The Pitch Invader Video We Can’t Stop Watching Award can be viewed here: Jonquel Jones & Sandy Brondello’s collision Angel Reese & NaLyssa Smith’s free throw line moment Cat offering support on the balance beam Nominees for the Serena Williams Catsuit Fit of the Year Award Kelsey Plum’s <a href="https://www.instagram.com/kelseyplum10/p/C6-vGsWu3Nb/?img_index=1" data-saferedirecturl="https://www.google.com/url?q=https://www.ins
S1 E113 · Mon, December 23, 2024
The Only Competition is the Status Quo with Jenny Nguyen
Jenny Nguyen, founder of The Sports Bra women’s sports bar in Portland, Oregon, joins Sarah to discuss her transition from chef to bar owner, betting her life savings on her vision, how opening the bar changed her relationship with her parents, and how to know a risk is worth taking. Interested in starting your own Sports Bra franchise? Check it out here Follow the Sports Bra on social media! Instagram: @thesportsbrapdx ; Bluesky: @thesportsbra.bsky.social ; Twitter/X: @thesportsbrapdx Leave us a voicemail at 872-204-5070 or send us a note at goodgame@wondermedianetwork.com Follow Sarah on social! Bluesky: @sarahspain.bsky.social Instagram: @Spain2323 Follow producer Misha Jones! Bluesky: @mishthejrnalist.bsky.social Instagram: @mishthejrnalist TikTok: @mishthejrnalist
S1 E112 · Fri, December 20, 2024
A Trio of Segment Treats
To celebrate the holidays, we present you with three nicely-wrapped segments. We kick off the festivities with a “Yes, And” about one of the best basketball players of all time before handing out a “Good Game, Fact You” and a “What The Fact” to the same recipient. Plus, it only took 112 episodes, but Sarah, Misha and Alex finally decided on a name for themselves. Shoutout to Jordan Robinson for reminding us about the great story about Cheryl Miller’s jersey retirement. Follow Jordan on Bluesky here Read more about the Gotham-Reign trade here Read USA Today’s excellent Title IX reporting here What do you think of our name? Leave us a voicemail at 872-204-5070 or send us a note at goodgame@wondermedianetwork.com Follow Sarah on social! Bluesky: @sarahspain.bsky.social Instagram: @Spain2323 Follow producer Misha Jones! Bluesky: @mishthejrnalist.bsky.social Instagram: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/mishthejrnalist/" data-saferedirecturl="https://www.google.com/url?q=https://www.instagram.com/misht
S1 E111 · Thu, December 19, 2024
Scooping S*** In Historic Garb with Tessa Bonhomme and Julia Tocheri
Tessa Bonhomme and Julia Tocheri, hosts of the PWHL’s Jocks In Jills podcast, join Sarah to talk about using their pod to help fans connect with players, the Minnesota Frost’s rollercoaster offseason, Hilary Knight’s scoring resurgence, and Julia’s former summer job as a Historical Interpreter. Plus, it’s time for the NCAA Volleyball Final four, NWSL expansion news, and Sarah’s gotta say goodbye to one of her favorite TV shows. Listen to the Jocks in Jills podcast here And listen to the Emma Maltais episode that Julia mentioned here And the Jessie Eldridge episode that Tessa mentioned here Leave us a voicemail at 872-204-5070 or send us a note at goodgame@wondermedianetwork.com Follow Sarah on social! Bluesky: @sarahspain.bsky.social Instagram: @Spain2323 Follow producer Misha Jones! Bluesky: @mishthejrnalist.bsky.social Instagram: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/mishthejrnalist/" data-saferedirecturl="https://www.google.com/url?q=https://www.instagram.com/mishthejrnalist/&source=gmail&ust=1734662076518000&usg=AOvVaw0gsl
S1 E110 · Wed, December 18, 2024
JuJu’s One Relatable Trait with JuJu Watkins and Lindsay Gottlieb
USC basketball superstar JuJu Watkins and head coach Lindsay Gottlieb join Sarah for a wide-ranging interview. JuJu talks about setting goals for her sophomore season, her recent investment in Unrivaled, and why she thinks the WNBA should change its eligibility rule, while Coach Gottlieb explains how she’s adapted during this time of NIL and dishes on the one surprising thing JuJu needs to work on. Plus, we shed some tears over a USWNT legend, Marta wins the Marta, softball gets organized, and NO, producer Mish is not one of the Barbz. Read Becky Sauerbrunn’s retirement post here Watch Marta’s Marta-winning goal here Follow JuJu on social media! She’s on TikTok (duh), but also Instagram too Follow Coach Gottlieb on social media! She’s on Instagram ! Watch “On the Rise: JuJu Watkins” here USC’s full season schedule and tune-in info can be found here Check out Sydney Colson waving at NFL quarterback Joe Burrow <a href="https://www.tiktok.com/@espn/video/7449142231937715486" data-saferedirecturl="https://w
S1 E109 · Tue, December 17, 2024
Group Chat: Energetically Butch with E.R. Fightmaster and Erin Foley
Group chat is BACK! Sarah is joined by actor, musician and podcast host E.R. Fightmaster and comedy writer and stand-up Erin Foley to talk about their respective podcasts, Caitlin Clark’s Time Magazine interview, marketing the modern female athlete, and the sports “F*** Yous” they’d like to deliver. Plus, the PWHL is back, the WNBA is going international - kind of - and a tip for all those links you clicked but haven’t gotten to. Pick up a copy of Slaying the Trolls! Why the Trolls are Very, Very Wrong About Women and Sports here or here Follow E.R. on Instagram here , and listen to Jockular here And follow E.R.'s hilarious co-hosts, Tien Tran and Katie Kershaw ! Follow Erin on Instagram here , and listen to Herlights here If you somehow STILL haven’t seen The Power of the Dream documentary, get on that <a href="http
S1 E108 · Mon, December 16, 2024
Big Citrus Energy
It’s always a good time when Sarah, Mish & Alex are on the mic! Your fave Good Game trio tries to give themselves a name and catches up on a busy month of life, work and sports happenings. Plus, a few additions to the co-ed adults sports Etiquette Code, a gingerbread house review, Malort Carols and some favorite holiday traditions. What do you want us to cover or dig into in 2025? Leave us a voicemail at 872-204-5070 or send us a note at goodgame@wondermedianetwork.com Follow Sarah on social! Bluesky: @sarahspain.bsky.social Instagram: @Spain2323 Follow producer Misha Jones! Bluesky: @mishthejrnalist.bsky.social Instagram: @mishthejrnalist TikTok: @mishthejrnalist Follow producer Alex Azzi! Bluesky: @byalexazzi.bsky.social See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
S1 E107 · Fri, December 13, 2024
Don’t Steal Your Grandma’s Handicap Sticker with Anastasia Pagonis
Paralympic swimmer Anastasia Pagonis joins Sarah to discuss how she prepared for blindness, how her guide dog Radar gives her much-needed confidence, and what it’s like to work with brands to change how people see visually impaired folks. Plus, a What The Fact about moms who coach and Angel City's newest investment in the community. The full NCAA volleyball tournament schedule is here This weekend’s NCAA basketball games can be found here Check out the ESSENCE cover story about Sha’Carri Richardson here And keep sending us your holiday traditions!! Leave us a voicemail at 872-204-5070 or send us a note at goodgame@wondermedianetwork.com Follow Sarah on social! Bluesky: @sarahspain.bsky.social Instagram: @Spain2323 Follow producer Misha Jones! Bluesky: @mishthejrnalist.bsky.social Instagram: @mishthejrnalist TikTok: @mishthejrnalist
S1 E106 · Thu, December 12, 2024
The Time I Was Built For with Chris Mosier
Chris Mosier, team USA athlete and founder of transathlete.com , joins Sarah to discuss what’s keeping him positive and hopeful post-election, how transphobes are using bans and lawsuits in athletics to demonize trans people, and the ways anti-trans rhetoric is affecting cis women in sports, too. Plus, we take a moment to celebrate with you Slices, and ask for your favorite holiday traditions. Follow Chris Mosier here And follow the people/orgs Chris recommended! Chase Strangio is here , Athlete Ally is here , and Cece Telfer is here ! Check out Chris’s site – Trans Athlete – here See the NCAA Volleyball tournament schedule here See the LOVB Volleyball broadcast schedule here Get tickets to the WLL’s 2025 Lexus Championship Series here <li
S1 E105 · Wed, December 11, 2024
The Toy Department with Elise Hart Kipness
Author Elise Hart Kipness joins Sarah to talk about her transition from journalism to writing fiction, what it’s like to live vicariously through her book’s main character, and the story behind her latest thriller, Dangerous Play , in which reporter Kate Green discovers a dead body in the locker room while covering the USWNT at the Olympics. Plus, Caitlin Clark adds another honor to her resume, a game for the corn farmers among us, and some great books to cozy up by the fire with. Pick up a copy of Dangerous Play at your local bookstore or via this Bookshop.org link And make sure to check out our other Good Game book club books, too! Hail Mary: The Rise and Fall of the National Women's Football League by Frankie de la Cretaz and Lyndsey D'Arcangelo can be purchased here Locker Room Talk by Melissa Ludtke can be purchased here Standing Tall: A Memoir of Tragedy and Triumph by C. Vivian Stringer with Laura Tucker can be purchased here The National Team: The Inside Story of the Women Who Changed Soccer by Caitlin Murray can be purchased <a href="https://bookshop.org/p/books/the-national-team-updated-and-expanded-edition-the-inside-story-of-the-women-who-changed-soccer-caitlin-murray/10845863?ean=9781419734496" dat
S1 E104 · Tue, December 10, 2024
Group Chat: Don't Get Testerical with Josh Bard & Kelaine Conochan
Sarah’s good pals Josh Bard, producer for ESPN’s Around The Horn, and Kelaine Conochan, VP of global sales for Legends, join her for another edition of Group Chat. This time, they talk all things college hoops, attempt to craft an official co-ed adult sports etiquette code, and choose which Unrivaled basketball clubs they’ll be rooting for in January. You heard our 5-rule official etiquette code for coed adult sports. Got a rule you think we should add? Leave us a voicemail at 872-204-5070 or send us a note at goodgame@wondermedianetwork.com Follow Sarah on social! Bluesky: @sarahspain.bsky.social Instagram: @Spain2323 Follow producer Misha Jones! Bluesky: @mishthejrnalist.bsky.social Instagram: @mishthejrnalist TikTok: @mishthejrnalist Follow producer Alex Azzi! Bluesky: @byalexazzi.bsky.social See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
S1 E103 · Mon, December 09, 2024
That 'Aha!' Moment with Caroline Fitzgerald
Caroline Fitzgerald, CEO and founder of GOALS Sports and host of "The Business Case For Women's Sports" podcast, joins Sarah to discuss the “aha!” moment that pushed her to start her own marketing and consulting business, the immense economic opportunity in women’s sports, and what she’s learned from connecting brands and leagues. Plus, the PWHL is in the game, and Alyssa Naeher’s versatility gets her into the Good Game Hall of Fame. See the list of players selected in the Golden State Valkyries expansion draft here Watch LSU’s Flau’jae Johnson gift a fan a pair of her Puma PE’s here Check out the PWHL in the NHL25 video game here And purchase the game here Subscribe to the Business Case for Women’s Sports podcast here And follow GOALS on Instagram here Leave us a voicemail at 872-204-5070 or send us a note at goodgame@wondermedianetwork.com Follow Sarah on social! Bluesky: <a href="https://bsky.app/profile/sarahspain.bsky.social" data-saferedirecturl="https://www.google.com/url?q=https://bsky.app/profile/sarahspain.bsky.social&source=gmail&ust=1733793511866000&usg=
S1 E102 · Fri, December 06, 2024
Wind Sprints With Cori Close & Kiki Rice, PLUS Toronto Tempo’s Teresa Resch
UCLA women’s basketball head coach Cori Close and guard Kiki Rice join Sarah to talk about their #1 ranking, beating the defending champion South Carolina Gamecocks, and handling mini mogul status at age 20. Plus, Toronto Tempo president Teresa Resch hops on to discuss the expansion draft and the accidental leak of her franchise’s team name. Check out the full NCAA Volleyball Tournament bracket here See the women athletes in the Forbes 30 Under 30 Sports class here Follow the Toronto Tempo on Instagram here and on X/Twitter here Leave us a voicemail at 872-204-5070 or send us a note at goodgame@wondermedianetwork.com Follow Sarah on social! Bluesky: @sarahspain.bsky.social Instagram: @Spain2323 Follow producer Misha Jones! Bluesky: @mishthejrnalist.bsky.social Instagram: @mishthejrnalist TikTok: <a href="https://www.tiktok.com/@mishthejrnalist" data-saferedirecturl="https://www.google.com/url?q=https://www.tiktok.com/@mishthejrnalist&
S1 E101 · Thu, December 05, 2024
Permanent or Tempo-rary with Alexa Philippou
ESPN basketball reporter Alexa Philipou joins Sarah to talk all things college basketball, including JuJu Watkins' ceiling (is there one?!), the end of South Carolina’s win streak, why UCLA has been her No. 1 all season and whether women's sports media is ready to hold problematic players accountable. Plus, a WNBA website oopsie and the benefits of being part shark. Read Alexa's story about JuJu Watkins here Submit your NCAA volleyball tournament bracket to the Good Game group here *before* 3:30pm ET Send us your thoughts about the possibly leaked name "Toronto Tempo" at goodgame@wondermedianetwork.com or leave us a voicemail at 872-204-5070 Check out Evollve – the new volleyball stats site from the folks behind HerHoopsStats – here Follow Sarah on social! Bluesky: @sarahspain.bsky.social Instagram: @Spain2323 Follow producer Misha Jones! Bluesky: @mishthejrnalist.bsky.social Instagram: @mishthejrnalist TikTok: @mishthejrnalist <li dir="lt
S1 E100 · Wed, December 04, 2024
California Dreamin’ with Sarah Gorden
Angel City FC defender Sarah Gorden joins Sarah to talk self-discovery in LA, being the epitome of a soccer mom, using food stamps to help support herself and her son early in her career, and the future of ACFC. Plus, a slice gets something off their chest and a little “Good Game, Good Game, Fact You” to celebrate our 100th episode. Join our NCAA Volleyball Championship Challenge group here What are you celebrating? Have a milestone you wanna brag about? We want to know! Leave us a voicemail at 872-204-5070 or send us a note at goodgame@wondermedianetwork.com Follow Sarah on social! Bluesky: @sarahspain.bsky.social Instagram: @Spain2323 Follow producer Misha Jones! Bluesky: @mishthejrnalist.bsky.social Instagram: @mishthejrnalist TikTok: @mishthejrnalist Follow producer Alex Azzi! Bluesky: @byalexazzi.bsky.social See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
S1 E99 · Tue, December 03, 2024
Been There, Won That with Kelly Pannek
Forward for the Minnesota Frost and two-time Olympic medalist with Team USA, Kelly Pannek, joins Sarah to talk about her goals for season two of the Professional Women's Hockey League, being PWHL teammates with rivals from Team Canada, her new beer "Been There, Won That," and balancing winter hibernation and summer fun. Plus, WNBA schedule release vids, PWHL TV deals and a hoops legend gets double-bruhhhhhh’d. EPISODE NOTES: Check out the 2025 WNBA Regular Season Schedule here Check out the bracket for the 2024 NCAA women's volleyball tournament here Fill out a bracket in the ESPN Volleyball Championship Challenge here Follow Kelly Pannek on Instagram: @kpannek Leave us a voicemail at 872-204-5070 or send us a note at goodgame@wondermedianetwork.com Follow Sarah on social! Bluesky: @sarahspain.bsky.social Instagram: @Spain2323 Follow producer Misha Jones! Bluesky: @mishthejrnalist.bsky.social Instagram: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/mishthejrnalist/" data-saferedirecturl="https://www.google.com/url?q=https://www.instagram.com/mishthejrnalist/&source=gmail&ust=1733261836014000&usg=
S1 E98 · Mon, December 02, 2024
10 Steps Back, 20 Steps Forward with Kendall Coyne Schofield
Minnesota Frost and Team USA captain Kendall Coyne Schofield joins Sarah to talk winning the first ever Professional Women’s Hockey League championship, negotiating the league’s collective bargaining agreement, the start of PWHL season two and her plans for the 2026 Olympics. Plus college hoops upsets and BOS Nation has regrets. EPISODE NOTES: Check out the PWHL schedule here Mikaela Shiffrin's IG Post - here Leave us a voicemail at 872-204-5070 or send us a note at goodgame@wondermedianetwork.com Follow Sarah on social! Bluesky: @sarahspain.bsky.social Instagram: @Spain2323 Follow producer Misha Jones! Bluesky: @mishthejrnalist.bsky.social Instagram: @mishthejrnalist TikTok: @mishthejrnalist Follow producer Alex Azzi! Bluesky: @byalexazzi.bsky.social See <a
S1 E97 · Wed, November 27, 2024
Big Meddling Energy with Lauren Holiday
USWNT legend and Angel City FC co-owner Lauren Holiday joins Sarah to talk about wanting to be a changemaker in the sports ownership space, the latest on her group's bid to take control of the North Carolina Courage, her meet-cute with MNBA player husband Jrue Holiday, and how a brain tumor helped her learn how to choose joy. Plus, the PWHL season starts this weekend, listeners share their quirky vacation collectibles, and a reminder to respect and acknowledge native land. Check out the Orlando Pride’s full championship celebration at City Hall here And more sights and sounds from the Pride’s parade here and here See the NCAA soccer College Cup schedule here Read Katie Barnes’ story about the SJSU volleyball team here Find out what native land you live on here Leave us a voicemail at 872-204-5070 or send us a note at goodgame@wondermedianetwork.com Follow Sarah on social! Bluesky: @sarahspain.bsky.soci
S1 E96 · Tue, November 26, 2024
Microdosing Failure with Alana Cook
Kansas City Current defender Alana Cook joins Sarah to talk joining the Current via midseason trade, getting her teammates to eat vegan food, trying to keep up with Temwa Chawinga in practice, and microdosing failure. Plus, our show mascot obsession grows and there's a new No. 1 in college hoops! See the full college hoops AP poll for Week 4 here Pro Volleyball Federation draft results here Check out the list of AU Softball League GMs, players, and coaches here Leave us a voicemail at 872-204-5070 or send us a note at goodgame@wondermedianetwork.com Follow Sarah on social! Bluesky: @sarahspain.bsky.social Instagram: @Spain2323 Follow producer Misha Jones! Bluesky: @mishthejrnalist.bsky.social Instagram: @mishthejrnalist TikTok: <a href="https://www.tiktok.com/@mishthejrnalist" data-saferedirecturl="https://www.google.com/url?q=https://www.tiktok.com/@mishthejrnalist&source=gmail&ust=1732660275125000&usg=AOvVaw09MUiTlv3OG1FE
S1 E95 · Mon, November 25, 2024
Caught In The Current with Chris Long
Kansas City Current co-founder Chris Long joins Sarah to talk about getting Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce to a match at CPKC Stadium, hosting the 2024 NWSL Championship, and signing league MVP Temwa Chawinga. Plus, Sarah and Mish debrief on a whirlwind weekend of parties, beer pong, and watching the Orlando Pride win their first title. Follow iHeart Women’s Sports on Instagram here Check out all things Shea Butter FC here Check out all things Gal Pal Sports here Leave us a voicemail at 872-204-5070 or send us a note at goodgame@wondermedianetwork.com Follow Sarah on social! Bluesky: @sarahspain.bsky.social Instagram: @Spain2323 Follow producer Misha Jones! Bluesky: @mishthejrnalist.bsky.social Instagram: @mishthejrnalist TikTok: @mishthejrnalist Follow producer Alex Azzi! Bluesky: <a href="https://bsky.app/profile/byalexazzi.bsky.social" data-saferedirecturl="https://www.google.com/url?q=https://bsky.app/profile/byalexazzi.bsky.social&source=gm
S1 E94 · Fri, November 22, 2024
NWSL TITLE TIME!
Ahead of tomorrow’s NWSL championship, Sarah previews the clash between the Orlando Pride and the Washington Spirit, and revisits our conversation with Pride defenders Kylie Strom and Emily Sams (the newly-named NWSL Defender of the Year!). Plus, the debut of a new segment that takes us back to an epic NWSL championship of the past, and we need your holiday TV and movie recs for Thanksgiving week. Check out the Unrivaled roster selection video here And subscribe to the league’s newsletter here See UConn WBB players honoring Chris Dailey in their own special way here and here Discover Melanie Page’s “Can’t Retire From This” project here Leave us a voicemail at 872-204-5070 or send us a note at goodgame@wondermedianetwork.com Follow Sarah on social! Bluesky: @sarahspain.bsky.social Instagram: @Spain2323 Follow producer Misha Jones! Bluesky: @mishthejrnalist.bsky.social
S1 E93 · Thu, November 21, 2024
'Ballie' Jean King & e.l.f.'s Kory Marchisotto
The show field trip to Málaga, Spain was an elfin' blast! Sarah spills on exploring Spain's mountains, castles and restaurants, and she and Alex recap the amazing Billie Jean King Cup finals. Plus, e.l.f. Cosmetics CMO and president of Keys Soulcare Kory Marchisotto joins Sarah to talk about bringing brands into the women's sports investment space, having the audacity to be first, and the importance of bringing your whole self to work. Leave us a voicemail at 872-204-5070 or send us a note at goodgame@wondermedianetwork.com Follow Sarah on social! Bluesky: @sarahspain.bsky.social Instagram: @Spain2323 Follow producer Misha Jones! Bluesky: @mishthejrnalist.bsky.social Instagram: @mishthejrnalist TikTok: @mishthejrnalist Follow producer Alex Azzi! Bluesky: @byalexazzi.bsky.social See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
S1 E92 · Wed, November 20, 2024
Nine Lifetimes with Billie Jean King
Billie Jean King sits down with Sarah in Málaga, Spain to discuss the tournament that bears her name, why tennis scoring is stupid (her words, not ours!), how she and her wife Ilana Kloss helped spark the PWHL into existence, and why it’s important for athletes to understand the business side of their sport. Plus, reindeer games, good boys who just wanna play ball, and rookie hardware. Find PWHL Takeover Tour tickets here Leave us a voicemail at 872-204-5070 or send us a note at goodgame@wondermedianetwork.com Follow Sarah on social! Bluesky: @sarahspain.bsky.social Instagram: @Spain2323 Follow producer Misha Jones! Bluesky: @mishthejrnalist.bsky.social Instagram: @mishthejrnalist TikTok: @mishthejrnalist Follow producer Alex Azzi! Bluesky: @byalexazzi.bsky.social See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
S1 E91 · Tue, November 19, 2024
Big Manifestation Energy with Croix Bethune
Washington Spirit and U.S. Women’s National Team midfielder Croix Bethune joins Sarah to share how her dad’s wise words inspire her both on the pitch and in life, plus she discusses her love of bowling, old school R&B and taking herself on solo dates. Most importantly, we get her take on Spirit owner Michelle Kang’s best fit to date. Hint: it involves some very high heels. Take a look at Marta’s spectacular goal here Find NWSL Championship tickets on sale here Leave us a voicemail at 872-204-5070 or send us a note at goodgame@wondermedianetwork.com Follow us on Bluesky! We’ve included the new links below! Follow Sarah on social! Bluesky: @sarahspain.bsky.social Instagram: @Spain2323 Follow producer Misha Jones! Bluesky: @mishthejrnalist.bsky.social Instagram: @mishthejrnalist TikTok: @mishthejrnalist Follow producer Alex Azzi! Bluesky: <a href="https://bsky.app/profile/byalexazzi.bsky.s
S1 E90 · Mon, November 18, 2024
Slaying the Trolls with Nefertiti Walker and David Berri
David Berri and Nefertiti Walker join Sarah to talk about their book, "Slaying the Trolls,” and how they’re helping women's sports fans shut down tired, false, and illogical arguments. David and Nefertiti share why they decided to write the book, the challenges of building fandom in new leagues, and why it's important that women's sports investors are emotionally connected to their teams. Pick up a copy of Slaying the Trolls here Read David's story about the WNBA media rights deal here Leave us a voicemail at 872-204-5070 or send us a note at goodgame@wondermedianetwork.com Follow us on Bluesky! We’ve included the new links below! Follow Sarah on social! Bluesky: @sarahspain.bsky.social Instagram: @Spain2323 Follow producer Misha Jones! Bluesky: @mishthejrnalist.bsky.social Instagram: @mishthejrnalist TikTok: @mishthejrnalist Follow producer Alex Azzi! Bluesky: <a href="https://bsky.app/profile/byalexazzi.bsky.social" data-saferedirecturl="https://www.google.com/url?q=https://bsky.app/profile/byalexazzi.bsky.social&sourc
S1 E89 · Fri, November 15, 2024
Not Clouded By Starpower with Erin Matson
UNC field hockey coach Erin Matson joins Sarah to talk about her (very fast!) transition from player to coach, how she’s still dangling on her teammates, and what the 18-0 Tar Heels need to do to win another natty this year. Plus, a hockey WTFact that’ll have you shaking your head and an ode to a social media mix-up involving x-rays and pups. Take a look at the Daily Mail x Lindsey Vonn post we mentioned here Follow UNC Field Hockey’s journey through the NCAA tourney here The NWSL playoff schedule is here The NCAA soccer bracket and schedule is here The NCAA volleyball schedule is here The NCAA basketball schedule is here Leave us a voicemail at 872-204-5070 or send us a note at goodgame@wondermedianetwork.com Follow us on Bluesky! We’ve included the new links below! Follow Sarah on social! Bluesky: @sarahspain.bsky.social Instagram: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/spain2323" data-saferedirecturl="https://www.google.com/url?q=https://www.instagram.com/spain2323&source=
S1 E88 · Thu, November 14, 2024
Michele Kang’s Capes with Meg Linehan
Meg Linehan, senior writer at The Athletic, joins Sarah to discuss the nominees for the 2024 NWSL Awards, explain the “Yes, And” she’d like to see from Canada Soccer, and give unaffiliated Slices reasons to root for each of the teams in the NWSL semifinals. Plus, we’re transitioning to Bluesky, and a listener rages against the “move the Connecticut Sun” machine. Check out Caitlin Clark’s epic shank at The ANNIKA pro-am here See the nominees and info for the 2024 NWSL Awards here , and cast your vote here Play NWSL Bingo with the Full Time with Meg Linehan crew on their IG account here Follow Meg on Bluesky: @meglinehan.com Leave us a voicemail at 872-204-5070 or send us a note at goodgame@wondermedianetwork.com Follow us on Bluesky! We’ve included the new links below! Follow Sarah on social! Bluesky: @sarahspain.bsky.social Instagram: @Spain2323 </
S1 E87 · Wed, November 13, 2024
Acronym Soup
With PWHL camps underway and season two right around the corner, our resident hockey expert, Alex, preps fans both new and old with her “PWHL 101" primer. Plus, college bracket season is back, we’re squeezing and zesting, and accidental doll porn. Read the Onward State story here The full NCAA soccer bracket is here Watch the super cute video of new Chicago Sky coach Tyler Marsh and his son here Listen to “Jocks in Jills” here Listen to “Moms Who Puck” here Follow the six PWHL teams on social! Boston Fleet Minnesota Frost Montreal Victoire <a href="https://www.instagram.com/pwhl_sirens/"
S1 E86 · Tue, November 12, 2024
Dubiously Long VAR Reviews with Jeff Kassouf
Jeff Kassouf, ESPN reporter and creator of the women’s soccer site The Equalizer, joins Sarah to share his thoughts on the upcoming NWSL semifinal matchups, why he’s not in love with NWSL playoff expansion, and how the arrival of superstar African players has changed the landscape of the league. Plus, soup recipes (or a lack thereof) and the wonderful ways you Slices are positively impacting your little corners of the world. Give us a name! Send us soup recipes! Or just drop us a line! 872-204-5070 or goodgame@wondermedianetwork.com Follow Sarah on social! X: @SarahSpain Instagram: @Spain2323 Follow producer Misha Jones! X: @mishthejrnalist Instagram: @mishthejrnalist TikTok: @mishthejrnalist Follow producer Alex Azzi! X: @ByAlexAzzi See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
S1 E85 · Mon, November 11, 2024
Call Us By Our Name
First, Sarah gets you caught up on the weekend’s NWSL playoff action and which teams are headed for the semifinals. Then she talks to Misha and Alex about travel quirks, big blowout wins, and bucket list destinations ahead of some show field trips! And you’re the Slices… but what’s our name? We need your help! Find info on semifinal matchups, how to watch games, and tickets to the NWSL Championship here What should Sarah, Misha and Alex’s little trio be called? We need a name, Slices! Leave us a voicemail at 872-204-5070 or send us a note at goodgame@wondermedianetwork.com Follow Sarah on social! X: @SarahSpain Instagram: @Spain2323 Follow producer Misha Jones! X: @mishthejrnalist Instagram: @mishthejrnalist TikTok: @mishthejrnalist Follow producer Alex Azzi! X: @ByAlexAzzi See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
S1 E84 · Fri, November 08, 2024
Teleporting to Practice with Yazmeen Ryan and Jenna Nighswonger
Gotham FC and USWNT players Jenna Nighswonger and Yazmeen Ryan join Sarah to hand out team superlatives, discuss the team’s attempt to repeat as champs and share the importance of having a deep roster of versatile players. Plus, a preview of the NWSL quarterfinals and a WTFact about the fear mongering used to demonize trans athletes. The NWSL quarterfinal schedule is here Take a look at Racheal Kundananji’s viral ball stand here Check out the PWHL jerseys and pre-order them here Follow Chris Mosier here Follow Layshia Clarendon here Follow Quinn here You can see the trophy that Nike gifted Sabrina Ionescu, featuring gold Sabrina 2’s, here Leave us a voicemail at 872-204-5070 or send us a note at goodgame@wondermedianetwork.com Follow Sarah on social! X: @SarahSpain Instagram: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/spain2323" data-saferedirecturl="https://www.
S1 E83 · Thu, November 07, 2024
What Now with Brittany Howard
As we take time to process the state of our nation, here’s Sarah’s espnW Summit interview with Grammy award winning musician Brittany Howard, formerly of Alabama Shakes. They discuss Brittany’s unbelievable vocal talent, her childhood, and playing for and with her musical heroes. Plus they imagine what their future farms will look like. Watch the Prince video Sarah mentioned here Need to vent? Leave us a voicemail at 872-204-5070 or send us a note at goodgame@wondermedianetwork.com Follow Sarah on social! X: @SarahSpain Instagram: @Spain2323 Follow producer Misha Jones! X: @mishthejrnalist Instagram: @mishthejrnalist TikTok: @mishthejrnalist Follow producer Alex Azzi! X: @ByAlexAzzi See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
S1 E82 · Wed, November 06, 2024
‘I’m A Raging Bitch At The Airport’ with Holly Rowe
ESPN broadcaster and reporter Holly Rowe joins Sarah to talk about the history of women’s sports coverage, the biggest college hoops storylines, drinking moonshine in Pat Summitt’s kitchen, her lengthy off-the-record convo with Kim Mulkey and her slightly deranged airport persona. Plus, a “Yes, And” about the history of Iowa basketball, a box breath tutorial (you’ll thank us!), and Mish tries to make veebs happen. Order a copy of “Standing Tall” by C. Vivian Stringer here The college soccer schedule is here Keep up-to-date on which college soccer teams make the NCAA tourney here Leave us a voicemail at 872-204-5070 or send us a note at goodgame@wondermedianetwork.com Follow Sarah on social! X: @SarahSpain Instagram: @Spain2323 Follow producer Misha Jones! X: @mishthejrnalist Instagram: @mishthejrnalist TikTok: <a href="https://www.tiktok.com/@mishthejrnalist" data-saferedirecturl="https://www.google.com/url?q=https://www.t
S1 E81 · Tue, November 05, 2024
Reaching the Summit
Sarah is back from the espnW Women + Sports Summit and has words of wisdom and leadership insight to share from some absolute rockstars in the women's pro sports space. Plus, Mish and Alex hop on to talk through their top college basketball storylines and we share your great tips and tricks for handling stress on Election Day. WHICH IS TODAY SO… go vote! Not sure where your polling site is? You can look it up here Check out Nancy Armour’s column here Check out the video of women's sports-inspired Halloween costumes on Sarah's social! X: @SarahSpain Instagram: @Spain2323 Send Sarah your recipes for soups, stews & chowders! goodgame@wondermedianetwork.com Follow Sarah on social! X: @SarahSpain Instagram: @Spain2323 Follow producer Misha Jones! X: @mishthejrnalist Instagram: @mishthejrnalist TikTok: @mishthejrnalist Follow producer Alex Azzi! X: <a href="https://x.com/byalexazzi" data-saferedi
S1 E80 · Mon, November 04, 2024
Lifetime Husky Status
College basketball is back and the NWSL playoffs are set! Plus, it’s the return of “No Dumb Questions,” we shout out some mother-daughter duos in sports and we ask for your tips on managing Election Week anxiety. The NWSL playoff schedule is here The college basketball schedule is here! Check out Syd Colson’s responses to the Chicago Sky hiring Tyler Marsh here Check out the list of the first 30 Unrivaled athletes here We love your not dumb questions. Send us more! Leave us a voicemail at 872-204-5070 or send us a note at goodgame@wondermedianetwork.com Follow Sarah on social! X: @SarahSpain Instagram: @Spain2323 Follow producer Misha Jones! X: @mishthejrnalist Instagram: @mishthejrnalist TikTok: @mishthejrnalist Follow producer Alex Azzi! X: <a href="https://x.com/byalexazzi" dat
S1 E79 · Fri, November 01, 2024
Your Mom’s Cousin’s Dog with Emily Ehman
Volleyball reporter and broadcaster Emily Ehman joins Sarah to talk about the huge Nebraska-Wisconsin game this weekend, the increased parity in the college game, and which program boasts the best student section. Plus, NWSL playoff scenarios, puppy love, and some spicy tweets from a show fave get inducted into the Good Game Hall of Fame. Watch Friday night’s Nebraska-Wisconsin volleyball game at 9pm ET on Big Ten Network Read Alexa’s Philippou’s story about Sabrina Ionescu’s injury here Check out Alison Gale’s NWSL playoff scenarios here Check out the excellent interpretive dance to Merritt Mathias’s tweets here The full NWSL weekend schedule can be found here The full college volleyball schedule is here Keep sending us your women’s sports-inspired Halloween costumes! Send photos to goodgame@wondermedianetwork.com . And as always, we love to get your voicemails. Give us a call at 872-204-5070. Follow Sarah on social! X: @SarahSpain Instagram: @Spain2323 Follow pr
S1 E78 · Thu, October 31, 2024
She Came, She Saw, She F****d S*** Up with Merritt Mathias
Angel City defender and NWSL original Merritt Matthias joins Sarah to talk about her decision to retire, how the NWSL has evolved from the first game to today, the legacy she’s leaving behind and how she’s working to accept her career disappointments and find worthiness in her accomplishments. Plus, the PWHL’s plan to expand, and poorly timed awards ceremonies. Follow Merritt Mathias on Instagram here Check out Syd Leroux’s super cute contract extension photo here Send us your women’s sports-inspired Halloween costumes! And leave us a spooky voicemail at 872-204-5070 or send us a note at goodgame@wondermedianetwork.com Follow Sarah on social! X: @SarahSpain Instagram: @Spain2323 Follow producer Misha Jones! X: @mishthejrnalist Instagram: @mishthejrnalist TikTok: @mishthejrnalist Follow producer Alex Azzi! X: @ByAlexAzzi See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
S1 E77 · Wed, October 30, 2024
‘Don’t Be Creepy’ with Elizabeth Williams
Elizabeth Williams, center for the Chicago Sky and secretary of the WNBA Players Association, joins Sarah to discuss why the union chose to opt out of the current collective bargaining agreement, the top priorities for the next CBA, the standard that players expect from journalists covering the league and why the Players Association issued a statement about Christine Brennan’s coverage. Watch video of 2024 delegates of the Global Sports Mentoring Program here Follow Elizabeth on X here Leave us a voicemail at 872-204-5070 or send us a note at goodgame@wondermedianetwork.com Follow Sarah on social! X: @SarahSpain Instagram: @Spain2323 Follow producer Misha Jones! X: @mishthejrnalist Instagram: @mishthejrnalist TikTok: @mishthejrnalist Follow producer Alex Azzi! X: @ByAlexAzzi See <a href="https://omnystudio.com/list
S1 E76 · Tue, October 29, 2024
‘We Have a Real Voice’ with Molly McCage and Cassidy Lichtman
Molly McCage and Cassidy Lichtman join Sarah to discuss how Athletes Unlimited pro volleyball is different from other pro leagues, AU’s unique player-first policies and benefits, and the momentum in volleyball right now. Plus, the USWNT is back and Sarah gets proof she’s still got it. Watch USWNT players and fans say thank you to Kelley O’Hara here Check out the full AU volleyball schedule here Follow the folks that Molly and Cassidy recommended on Instagram: Follow Morgan Hentz here Follow Betty de la Cruz-Mejía here Follow Berkeley Oblad here Follow Kaz Brown here And, of course, follow Molly and Cassidy! Molly is here and Cassidy is here Leave us a voicemail at 872-204-5070 or send us a note at goodgame@wondermedianetwork.com Foll
S1 E75 · Mon, October 28, 2024
'Are We Allowed to Say Coochie?’ with Syd Colson & Theresa Plaisance
Syd Colson and Teresa Plaisance – aka the “faces of the league” – join Sarah to talk about competition in the WNBA, the upcoming Athletes Unlimited season, their hilarious show, and if it’s possible for a prank to go too far. Plus, the WNBA coaching carousel continues to churn and a new signature shoe is headed our way. Haven’t seen season one of the Syd & TP show? Check it out here Send us your favorite women's sports-inspired Halloween costumes! We want to see them! Leave us a voicemail at 872-204-5070 or send us a note at goodgame@wondermedianetwork.com Follow Sarah on social! X: @SarahSpain Instagram: @Spain2323 Follow producer Misha Jones! X: @mishthejrnalist Instagram: @mishthejrnalist TikTok: @mishthejrnalist Follow producer Alex Azzi! X: @ByAlexAzzi See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
S1 E74 · Fri, October 25, 2024
Aesthetically Pleasing Football with Tamerra Griffin
Soccer writer and podcast host Tamerra Griffin joins Sarah to discuss the influx of African superstars into the NWSL, team rebrands gone wrong, how the San Diego Wave might be holding back superstar Naomi Girma, and her pick to win the championship. Plus, the Liberty parade was lit and a ‘What the Fact’ on where NIL money is really going. Check out the Washington Post’s reporting on gender inequity in NIL deals here The AU Volleyball schedule can be found here The NCAA soccer schedule can be found here The NCAA volleyball schedule can be found here The NCAA hockey schedule can be found here Check out the trailer videos for all six Unrivaled Basketball clubs here Check your voting registration status here Leave us a voicemail at 872-204-5070 or send us a note at goodgame@wondermedianetwork.com Follow Sarah on social! X:<a href="https://x.com/SarahSpain" data-saferedirecturl="https://www.google.com/url?q=https://x.com/SarahSpain&source=gmail
S1 E73 · Thu, October 24, 2024
Hot Seats, Wagon Wheels, and Disappointing Balls
What’s the hottest seat in the basketball world right now? What’s up with the Chicago NWSL rebrand? Is Diana Taurasi staying or going? Should South Carolina be renamed A’ja Wilson University? (Yes, duh.) Plus, another “Yes, And” about WNBA ratings, more of Alex’s extracurricular goss-tivity, and a shout out to a famous WNBA superfan. Check to see if your state offers early voting here Read Darius Rucker’s amazing tweet in full here Help add to our list of mother-daughter sports duos! Leave us a voicemail at 872-204-5070 or send us a note at goodgame@wondermedianetwork.com Follow Sarah on social! X: @SarahSpain Instagram: @Spain2323 Follow producer Misha Jones! X: @mishthejrnalist Instagram: @mishthejrnalist TikTok: @mishthejrnalist Follow producer Alex Azzi! X: @ByAlexAzzi See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
S1 E72 · Wed, October 23, 2024
Calling Your Shot with Temwa Chawinga & Mwanalima Adam Jereko
Kansas City Current forwards Temwa Chawinga and Mwanalima Adam Jereko join Sarah to discuss their soccer beginnings in Malawi and Kenya, their goals for their respective national teams, and adjusting to life in KC. And if you think Temwa is exceeding her own expectations by breaking the NWSL scoring record, think again! Plus, Phee gets feisty, the ties that connect generations of athletes, and a "Yes, And" that goes back to the time of telegrams. Fill out our listener survey and be entered for a chance to win a women’s sports prize pack! We want to hear your thoughts. You can find the survey here ! Watch episode one of The Offseason here More info on the New York Liberty festivities can be found here Women’s Final Four tickets are available for presale here Help add to our list of mother-daughter sports duos! Leave us a voicemail at 872-204-5070 or send us a note at goodgame@wondermedianetwork.com Follow Sarah on social! X: @SarahSpain Instagram: @Spain2323 Follow producer Misha Jones! X:<a href="https://x.com/mishthejrnalist" data-saferedirecturl="https://www.google.com/url?q=https://x.com/mishthejrnalist&so
S1 E71 · Tue, October 22, 2024
Calling a Spade a Spade with Andraya Carter
ESPN host, reporter and analyst Andraya Carter joins Sarah to answer more snake questions than anticipated, place the WNBA Finals’ brightest stars in the GOAT conversation, and to contemplate a burning question: did New York win… or did Minnesota lose? Plus, we show some love to Napheesa Collier’s incredible postseason, and some concern for commissioner Cathy Englebert’s game five fit. Fill out our listener survey and be entered for a chance to win a women’s sports prize pack! We want to hear your thoughts. You can find the survey here ! Read Katie Barnes’ 2022 story on Jonquel Jones here Leave us a voicemail at 872-204-5070 or send us a note at goodgame@wondermedianetwork.com Follow Sarah on social! X: @SarahSpain Instagram: @Spain2323 Follow producer Misha Jones! X: @mishthejrnalist Instagram: @mishthejrnalist TikTok: @mishthejrnalist Follow producer Alex Azzi! X: @ByAlexAzzi See omnystudio.com/liste
S1 E70 · Mon, October 21, 2024
New York State of Mind
The New York Liberty are WNBA champs for the first time in franchise history! Sarah, Misha and Alex attempt to process their emotions on the thrilling OT game-five classic by breaking out the mics right after the final buzzer sounded. Follow Sarah on social! X: @SarahSpain Instagram: @Spain2323 Follow producer Misha Jones! X: @mishthejrnalist Instagram: @mishthejrnalist TikTok: @mishthejrnalist Follow producer Alex Azzi! X: @ByAlexAzzi See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
S1 E69 · Fri, October 18, 2024
Home Court Doesn’t Matter with Cindy Brunson
Phoenix Mercury and college basketball play-by-play announcer Cindy Brunson joins Sarah to talk about where this WNBA Finals series ranks all-time, the evolution of Sabrina Ionescu, and all of the signs that Diana Taurasi is, indeed, done. Plus, the NWSL playoffs are almost locked and an ode to the Women’s Sports Foundation. Fill out our listener survey and be entered for a chance to win a women’s sports prize pack! We want to hear your thoughts. You can find the survey here ! The full USWNT training camp roster is here The All-WNBA First and Second Teams can be found here Check out the trailer for “A Radical Act” here and watch the full documentary on the Roku channel Check out Alison Gale’s NWSL playoff scenarios here The NCAA volleyball schedule is here ! The NCAA soccer schedule is here ! The video of the volleyball game between San Diego State and San Jose State, in which a SDSU player was hit in the arms, can be viewed here Leave us a voicemail at 872-204-5070 or send us a note at goodgame@wondermedianetwork.com Follow Sarah on social! X: @SarahSpain Instagram: @Spain2323 Follow producer Misha Jones! X: @mishthejrnalist Instagram: @mishthejrnalist TikTok: @mishthejrnalist Follow producer Alex Azzi! X: @ByAlexAzzi See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
S1 E68 · Thu, October 17, 2024
Welcome to Gotham City with Jenna Tonelli
Gotham FC beat reporter Jenna Tonelli joins Sarah to talk through the BOS Nation unveiling, why there has been less parity in the NWSL this season, and how Gotham’s superteam put the pieces together. Plus, the return of No Dumb Questions AND the Good Game Hall of Fame. Follow Jenna Tonelli on X here Subscribe to Jenna’s Substack here Follow The OffSeason’s X account here Leave us a voicemail at 872-204-5070 or send us a note at goodgame@wondermedianetwork.com Follow Sarah on social! X: @SarahSpain Instagram: @Spain2323 Follow producer Misha Jones! X: @mishthejrnalist Instagram: @mishthejrnalist TikTok: @mishthejrnalist Follow producer Alex Azzi! X: @ByAlexAzzi See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
S1 E67 · Wed, October 16, 2024
Super Team vs Superteam with Michael Voepel
ESPN senior writer Michael Voepel joins Sarah to talk WNBA Finals, the tortured history of the New York Liberty, and the difference between being a “superteam” and a “super team.” Plus, fun porta-potty run-ins, very tired balls jokes, and a survey fit for slices. Fill out our listener survey and be entered for a chance to win a women’s sports prize pack! Whether you’re a day-one slice or a new listener, we want to hear your thoughts. You can find the survey here ! Check out Michael Voepel’s oral history of the New York Liberty here Read Steph Yang’s story on about the dispute at the center of Angel City’s salary cap fine here You can watch BOS Nation’s launch video here Leave us a voicemail at 872-204-5070 or send us a note at goodgame@wondermedianetwork.com Follow Sarah on social! X: @SarahSpain Instagram: @Spain2323 Follow producer Misha Jones! X: @mishthejrnalist Instagram:<a href="https://www.instagram.com/mishthejrnalist/" data-saferedi
S1 E66 · Tue, October 15, 2024
Can We Cuss on Here? With Layshia Clarendon
Recently retired WNBA hooper Layshia Clarendon joins Sarah to talk about the grief of ending a pro career and the uncertainty of what’s next, being the first out trans player in the W and watching a Finals series between two of his former teams. Plus, a poem you’ve gotta hear, and a doc you’ve gotta see. Check out Seimone Augustus’s poem here And watch her full Naismith HOF induction speech here Watch the Netflix documentary Will & Harper here Was Betnijah Laney-Hamilton talking about a medical shot or her jumpshot? Can you be a dawg AND a glue player? Should superstars be classified as dawgs? Are there breeds of dawgs? Tell us what you think about Monday’s discussion. Leave us a voicemail at 872-204-5070 or send us a note at goodgame@wondermedianetwork.com Follow Sarah on social! X: @SarahSpain Instagram: @Spain2323 Follow producer Misha Jones! X: @mishthejrnalist Instagram: @mishthejrnalist TikTok: @mishthejrnalist Follow producer Alex Azzi! X:<a href="https://x.com/b
S1 E65 · Mon, October 14, 2024
Lynx, Liberty, and the Pursuit of Championship
The WNBA Finals are tied up at one game apiece! Producer Mish and producer Alex join Sarah to talk about how the New York Liberty evened their series with the Minnesota Lynx. Plus, a streak ends, a record is set, Misha makes Sarah feel old for the fifty-leventh time and can a glue gal be a dawg, too? Check out Teresa Weatherspoon’s 2019 Naismith HOF induction speech here Was Betnijah Laney-Hamilton talking about a medical shot or her jumpshot? Can you be a dawg AND a glue player? Should superstars be classified as dawgs? Are there breeds of dawgs? Tell us what you think. Leave us a voicemail at 872-204-5070 or send us a note at goodgame@wondermedianetwork.com Follow Sarah on social! X: @SarahSpain Instagram: @Spain2323 Follow producer Misha Jones! X: @mishthejrnalist Instagram: @mishthejrnalist TikTok: @mishthejrnalist Follow producer Alex Azzi! X: @ByAlexAzzi See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
S1 E64 · Fri, October 11, 2024
Group Chat: They've Got Next with Jess Smith & Teresa Resch
We're in our Expansion Era! President of the Golden State Valkyries Jess Smith and President of the yet-to-be named WNBA Toronto team Teresa Resch join Sarah to discuss what goes into building a team from scratch, why attention to detail matters in branding, and a few team name suggestions that didn’t make Toronto’s final cut. Plus, highlights from WNBA Finals Game 1, breaking coaching news and we're begging you to stop selling out of merch, people! The complete WNBA Finals schedule is here Alison Gale’s complete list of NWSL playoff scenarios can be found here The NWSL schedule can be found here Check out Juju’s Gatorade sweat treatment here Want to know why Project 2025 is so scary? Read more here Leave us a voicemail at 872-204-5070 or send us a note at goodgame@wondermedianetwork.com Follow Sarah on social! X: @SarahSpain Instagram: @Spain2323 Follow producer Misha Jones! X: @mishthejrnalist Instagram:<a href="https://www.instagram.com/mishthejrnalist/" data-saferedirecturl="https://www.google.com/url?q=https://www.instagram.com/mishthejrnalist/&source=
S1 E63 · Thu, October 10, 2024
Get Buckets, It’s the Brooklyn Way with Erica L. Ayala
Multifaceted journalist, creator of Black Rosie Media, and WNBA media voter Erica L. Ayala joins Misha to explain how the New York Liberty bested the Las Vegas Aces in the semifinals, why she sees Sabrina Ionescu as the future of the franchise, and what the Libs have to do to beat the Minnesota Lynx and claim the franchise's first championship. Plus, we call on you to do some eavesdropping, women's sports style. Read the Defector story on the NWSL and San Diego Wave lawsuit here Check out Erica L. Ayala’s Gotta Get Up podcast (and the rest of her pods!) on YouTube here What colorful convos have YOU overheard about women’s sports in the wild? Tell us! Leave us a voicemail at 872-204-5070 or send us a note at goodgame@wondermedianetwork.com Follow Sarah on social! X: @SarahSpain Instagram: @Spain2323 Follow producer Misha Jones! X: @mishthejrnalist Instagram: @mishthejrnalist TikTok: @mishthejrnalist Follow producer Alex Azzi! X:<a href="https://x.com/byalexazzi" data-saferedirecturl="https://www.google.com/url?q=https://x.com/byalexazzi&source=gmail&ust=1728611026827000&usg=AOvVaw1xrQS5S
S1 E62 · Wed, October 09, 2024
Manifesting Gold Medals with Kristen Faulkner
Olympic gold medal-winning cyclist Kristen Faulkner joins Sarah to discuss the fascinating strategy that led to her viral win at the Paris Olympics, believing in herself when others didn’t, and coming home with two golds. Plus, discovering cycling in her twenties and the huge gender disparities that still exist in her sport. Also, the WNBA Finals are set, Allyson Felix enters her Alpha era, and hedgehogs get a lil’ love. Read Steph Yang’s story about the Angel City FC NWSL salary cap violations here What sport or event sounds like the absolute worst to you? Tell us! Leave us a voicemail at 872-204-5070 or send us a note at goodgame@wondermedianetwork.com Follow Sarah on social! X: @SarahSpain Instagram: @Spain2323 Follow producer Misha Jones! X: @mishthejrnalist Instagram: @mishthejrnalist TikTok: @mishthejrnalist Follow producer Alex Azzi! X: @ByAlexAzzi See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
S1 E61 · Tue, October 08, 2024
Locker Room Talk with Melissa Ludtke
Melissa Ludtke, award-winning journalist and author of the recently released book, Locker Room Talk: A Woman's Struggle to Get Inside, joins Sarah to discuss a serendipitous meeting that helped her realize sports media was her calling, being the only woman assigned to cover Major League Baseball full-time for Sports Illustrated in the mid-70s, and filing – and WINNING – a lawsuit against the MLB. Plus, some folks really don’t understand the concept of personal space. Grab your copy of Melissa’s book here We love to hear from our slices! Leave us a voicemail at 872-204-5070 or send us a note at goodgame@wondermedianetwork.com Follow Sarah on social! X: @SarahSpain Instagram: @Spain2323 Follow producer Misha Jones! X: @mishthejrnalist Instagram: @mishthejrnalist TikTok: @mishthejrnalist Follow producer Alex Azzi! X: @ByAlexAzzi See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
S1 E60 · Mon, October 07, 2024
Playoffs, Payoffs and Precarious Perspectives
The WNBA Finals are half-locked, but that other half is a knock-down, drag-out fight. Plus, under-the-table payments come into the light, new developments around the Christine Brennan interview, and a reminder that (friend) love is all you need. Vote for Fat Bear Week here We love to hear from our slices! Leave us a voicemail at 872-204-5070 or send us a note at goodgame@wondermedianetwork.com Follow Sarah on social! X: @SarahSpain Instagram: @Spain2323 Follow producer Misha Jones! X: @mishthejrnalist Instagram: @mishthejrnalist TikTok: @mishthejrnalist Follow producer Alex Azzi! X: @ByAlexAzzi See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
S1 E59 · Fri, October 04, 2024
Group Chat: Sidepieces to Mainpieces with Lisa Byington & Shimmy Miller
Chicago Sky commentators and power couple Lisa Byington and Shimmy Miller join Sarah to discuss the roses and thorns of working with each other, what the Sky needs to do to entice players to stick around, and why everyone knowing where and how to watch women’s sports is important. Plus zit stickers, the best kind of sellouts, and the responses slices sent in following Sarah’s interview with Christine Brennan. Check out the list of ROY Caitlin Clark’s 2024 accomplishments here Check out Allison Gale’s fantastic list of NWSL playoff implications here Read the Washington Post’s coverage of SafeSport closing the investigation into Rory Dames here Check out Kelsey Plum’s ex’s …. interesting music video here We love to hear from our slices! Leave us a voicemail at 872-204-5070 or send us a note at goodgame@wondermedianetwork.com Follow Sarah on social! X: @SarahSpain Instagram: @Spain2323 Follow producer Misha Jones! X: @mishthejrnalist Instagram: @mishthejrnalist TikTok: @mishthejrnalist Follow producer Alex Azzi! X: @ByAlexAzzi See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
S1 E58 · Thu, October 03, 2024
'They Can Hate Me' with Christine Brennan
USA Today columnist, best-selling author and longtime commentator Christine Brennan joins Sarah to discuss her reporting on Caitlin Clark, the intent behind it, and her responsibility as part of the WNBA media landscape. Plus, she discusses the Players Association statement directed at her, the questions she asked Connecticut Sun guard DiJonai Carrington after the Sun’s first playoff game against the Indiana Fever, her recent exchange with DeWanna Bonner, and more. We love to hear from our slices! Leave us a voicemail at 872-204-5070 or send us a note at goodgame@wondermedianetwork.com Follow Sarah on social! X: @SarahSpain Instagram: @Spain2323 Follow producer Misha Jones! X: @mishthejrnalist Instagram: @mishthejrnalist TikTok: @mishthejrnalist Follow producer Alex Azzi! X: @ByAlexAzzi See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
S1 E57 · Wed, October 02, 2024
Saying ‘Naurrr’ with Rennae Stubbs
Tennis great Rennae Stubbs joins Sarah to talk the China Open, Naomi Osaka v. Coco Gauff, and what it means that the WTA returned to China after previously boycotting the country. Plus, more NWSL coach turnover, a WNBA positivity dump, and we get jealous of rat health care. Listen to “The Rennae Stubbs Tennis Podcast” here The NWSL’s North Carolina Courage is raising money for Hurricane Helene relief efforts via United Way. You can donate here NWSLPA executive director Meghann Burke, who is based in Asheville, said her community is especially in need of baby supplies. You can donate to the county’s relief efforts here Vote for the NWSL’s Lauren Holiday Impact Award here The college volleyball schedule is here Check out Jordan Robinson’s WNBA “positivity dump” twitter thread here The full WNBA playoff schedule and results are here We love to hear from our slices! Leave us a voicemail at 872-204-5070 or send us a note at
S1 E56 · Tue, October 01, 2024
Malort Shots and Midseason Trades with Kayla Sharples
Kansas City Current defender Kayla Sharples joins Sarah to talk having hard conversations with coaches and GMs, the move she made from Bay FC to the Current midseason, and the crazy logistics behind a trade. Plus, we finally have some info on the WNBA’s expansion draft, and Alex gets back into her gossip bag (not really… young/old Mish is just late to the party). More details about the Valkyries’ expansion draft are here The full WNBA playoff schedule and results are here Tickets to the NWSL final are on sale now here We love to hear from our slices! Leave us a voicemail at 872-204-5070 or send us a note at goodgame@wondermedianetwork.com Follow Sarah on social! X: @SarahSpain Instagram: @Spain2323 Follow producer Misha Jones! X: @mishthejrnalist Instagram: @mishthejrnalist TikTok: @mishthejrnalist Follow producer Alex Azzi! X:<a href="https://x.com/byalexazzi" data-saferedirecturl="https://www.google
S1 E55 · Mon, September 30, 2024
Controlling the Chaos with Nicole Teeny
Nicole Teeny, host of the ESPN 30 for 30 podcast series GIRL v. HORSE joins Sarah to talk about the new pod, the seizure that changed everything for her, and the impetus to race 50 miles against literal horses. Plus, we get our first taste of the WNBA semifinals, get you hip to the latest WNBPA statement, and pay homage as yet another legend bids her playing career farewell. Listen to Girl v. Horse here See the full Athlos NYC results here Read Annie’s story on Teresa Weatherspoon’s firing here Catch up on the rest of the WNBA awards here and check out the All-Defensive teams here The full WNBA playoff schedule and results are here We love to hear from our slices! Leave us a voicemail at 872-204-5070 or send us a note at goodgame@wondermedianetwork.com Follow Sarah on social! X: @SarahSpain Instagram:<a href="https://www.instagram.com/spain2323" data-saferedirect
S1 E54 · Fri, September 27, 2024
Keeping The Main Thing The Main Thing with Jordan Robinson & Ben Pickman
Jordan Robinson, co-host of the Queens of the Court podcast, and Ben Pickman, women’s basketball writer for The Athletic, join Sarah for the latest edition of “Group Chat” to discuss the upcoming WNBA semifinals and why the league’s statement calling out racism was too little, too late. Plus, Sarah calls bullshit on Captain Dick Rocket and a company offering bets on Angel Reese’s dating life. Follow Jordan here Follow Ben here Listen to Queens of the Court here Listen to The Athletic Women’s Basketball Show here Read the Philadelphia Inquirer’s full story on a potential WNBA expansion team here Check out Nancy Armour’s column on why Caitlin Clark needs to call out toxic fans here The NWSL schedule is here The college volleyball schedule is <a href="https
S1 E53 · Thu, September 26, 2024
Tiffany Crowns and Terrible Execs
Sarah talks WNBA Playoffs and award announcements, gets you hip to the hottest new track event and offers up a "What The Fact" that’ll raise your blood pressure. Plus producers Mish and Alex join Sarah to dish on the Aces-Liberty semifinal series, and the show calls in a ringer for a review about ultrarunning drama. And another reminder to check your voter registration, think about what issues matter to you most, and vote! Check out Syd Colson’s… creative… shoe launch video here Watch the hilarious trailer for Season 1 of the Syd & TP show here The full WNBA playoff schedule and results are here We love to hear from our slices! Leave us a voicemail at 872-204-5070 or send us a note at goodgame@wondermedianetwork.com Follow Sarah on social! X: @SarahSpain Instagram: @Spain2323 Follow producer Misha Jones! X: @mishthejrnalist Instagram: @mishthejrnalist TikTok: @mishthejrnalist Follow producer Alex Azzi! X:<a href="https://x.com/byalexazzi" data-saf
S1 E52 · Wed, September 25, 2024
Aces vs. Everybody with Callie Fin (Lawson-Freeman)
Las Vegas Aces beat reporter Callie Fin (Lawson-Freeman) of the Las Vegas Review-Journal joins Sarah to talk about A’ja Wilson’s g’reatness, Kate Martin’s super power, the moments Syd Colson gets serious and how the Aces have stayed focused in pursuit of a Threepeat. Plus, college volleyball does numbers and did y’all know basketball is a contact sport?! Follow Callie here Read her stories here Check out Lyndsey D’Arcangelo’s story about our interview with Cheryl Reeve here The ESPN NCAA volleyball schedule can be found here The full WNBA playoff schedule and results are here We love to hear from our slices! Leave us a voicemail at 872-204-5070 or send us a note at goodgame@wondermedianetwork.com Follow Sarah on social! X: @SarahSpain Instagram: @Spain2323 Follow producer Misha Jones! X: @mishthejrnalist Instagram:<a href="https://www.instagram.com/
S1 E51 · Tue, September 24, 2024
SHE TORE BOTH HER LABRUMS!! with Emily Adams
Connecticut Sun beat reporter Emily Adams of the Hartford Courant joins Sarah to talk about how the Sun locked down Caitlin Clark & the Fever in Game 1, whether this could be the year the Sun FINALLY win a championship, and how a pair of WNBA power couples make it work on and off the court. Plus, first-timers at the White House, your girlfriend’s new favorite actress, and the deets about who and what you’ve been creepin’ on. Follow Emily Adams here Peep the WNBA playoff schedule and results here Check out Kim Ye-Ji x MLB in Vogue Korea here We love to hear from our slices! Leave us a voicemail at 872-204-5070 or send us a note at goodgame@wondermedianetwork.com Follow Sarah on social! X: @SarahSpain Instagram: @Spain2323 Follow producer Misha Jones! X: @mishthejrnalist Instagram: @mishthejrnalist TikTok: @mishthejrnalist Follow producer Alex Azzi! X: @ByAlexAzzi See <a href="https://omnyst
S1 E50 · Mon, September 23, 2024
You Get What You Accept with Cheryl Reeve
Minnesota Lynx head coach Cheryl Reeve joins Sarah to talk WNBA playoffs, being a Virgo queen, and dealing with criticism while serving as head coach of USA Basketball. P’lus, we’re a’dding a’postrophes t’o e’verything a’fter A’ja Wilson w’as n’amed M’VP. Watch a snippet of A’ja’s MVP speech here Check out Ellie’s Sabrina 2’s here The full list of AP award winners can be found here The complete WNBA playoff schedule and results can be found here We love to hear from our slices! Leave us a voicemail at 872-204-5070 or send us a note at goodgame@wondermedianetwork.com Follow Sarah on social! X: @SarahSpain Instagram: @Spain2323 Follow producer Misha Jones! X:<a href="https://x.com/mishthejrnalist" data-saferedirecturl="https://www.google.com/url?q=https://x.com/mish
S1 E49 · Fri, September 20, 2024
Group Chat: Mailing Suitcases with Emily Sams & Kylie Strom
Orlando Pride defenders Emily Sams and Kylie Strom join Sarah to talk about what it’s like to be part of a brick wall. Plus, how do you pack a suitcase for the Olympics and what’s it like to go from worst to first? Sarah also makes her best guesses at how the WNBA regular season wrapped up – find out how close she was to reality! Feeling like our WNBA playoff matchups were a little lacking? A more complete schedule is here The NWSL schedule is here Playa Society WNBA merch can be found here Round21 WNBA merch is available here And that WNBA Portland Nike tee that we mentioned is here We love to hear from our slices! Leave us a voicemail at 872-204-5070 or send us a note at goodgame@wondermedianetwork.com Follow Sarah on social! X: @SarahSpain Instagram: @Spain2323 Follow producer Misha Jones! X: @mishthejrnalist Instagram:<a href
S1 E48 · Thu, September 19, 2024
Group Chat: The Hot Take Economy with Elle Duncan & Monica McNutt
Two of Sarah’s faves, Elle Duncan and Monica McNutt, join the show for a WNBA-centric Group Chat! They discuss why many early-season takes were so ill-informed, try to define Diana Taurasi’s legacy, and debate whether this is the year the Liberty finally win a championship. Plus, Portland’s getting a W team, and you’ve got some awesome DT memories. Follow Elle on X here Listen to/watch The Elle Duncan Show here Follow Monica on X here Check out all tonight’s WNBA games here Follow WNBA Portland and The Sports Bra What is your favorite Diana Taurasi memory? We wanna hear about it! Leave us a voicemail at 872-204-5070 or send us a note at goodgame@wondermedianetwork.com Follow Sarah on social! X: @SarahSpain Instagram: @Spain2323 Follow producer Misha Jones! X:<a href="https://x.com/mishthejrnalist" data-saferedirecturl="https://www.googl
S1 E47 · Wed, September 18, 2024
Getting Uncomfortable with Cari Champion
Sports broadcaster Cari Champion joins Sarah to discuss her new podcast series, “The Making of a Rivalry: Caitlin Clark vs Angel Reese,” why there are so few good faith conversations about the two standout rookies and how the WNBA will react to an increase in misogynoir. Plus, an update on Jordan Chiles’ bronze medal saga, prepping for a 15th WNBA team, and a reminder to do your civic duty. Register to vote here Already registered? Double check your voter registration status here Check out pilot Syd Colson here Follow photographer Bri Lewerke here Fight us! Who are your picks for WNBA MVP, Rookie of the Year, Defensive Player of the Year, Coach of the Year, Most Improved Player, and Sixth Player of the Year? What is your favorite Diana Taurasi memory? We wanna hear about it! Leave us a voicemail at 872-204-5070 or send us a note at goodgame@wondermedianetwork.com Follow Sarah on social! X: @SarahSpain Instagram: @Spain2323 Follow producer Misha Jones! X: @mishthejrnalist Instagram:<a href="https://www.instagram.com/mishthejrnalist/" data-saferedirecturl="https://www.google.com/url?q=https://www.instagram.com/mishthejrnalist/&source=gmail&ust=1726698083739000&usg=AOv
S1 E46 · Tue, September 17, 2024
Shirtless Caddies with Big Randy (Phil Landes)
Big Randy/Phil Landes of the golf site No Laying Up joins Sarah to explain why he has two names, talk shirtless celebrations and smokin’ heaters on the course, and share how the LPGA and its broadcast partners need to do a better job of building the women’s game. Plus, a couple of balls for A’ja Wilson, gathering flowers for Diana Taurasi and some statue news! Follow Randy on X here Check out all of No Laying Up’s content here Watch the hilarious sketch about an all-women’s country club here What is your favorite Diana Taurasi memory? We wanna hear about it! Send us a note at goodgame@wondermedianetwork.com or leave us a voicemail at 872-204-5070 Follow Sarah on social! X: @SarahSpain Instagram: @Spain2323 Follow producer Misha Jones! X: @mishthejrnalist Instagram: @mishthejrnalist TikTok: @mishthejrnalist Follow producer Alex Azzi! X: @ByAlexAzzi See <
S1 E45 · Mon, September 16, 2024
Creepin’ on Social, Chattin’ on Speaker, and Incurable Taint Rash
WNBA single-season records are falling left and right, so we put them in context with a much-needed “Yes, And.” Plus, Mish helps us wrap our heads around the Washington Mystics’ miraculous turnaround and Alex has been doing her best TLC impression (she creeps, yeaaah, she keeps it on the down low). Check out Trinity Rodman’s night-night celly here View the WNBA schedule for the remainder of the regular season here Follow Rising Media Stars on IG here or on X here Are you a sneaky look-but-don’t-comment member of a Facebook, Reddit or other social media group? We wanna hear about it! Send us a note at goodgame@wondermedianetwork.com or leave us a voicemail at 872-204-5070 Follow Sarah on social! X: @SarahSpain Instagram: @Spain2323 Follow producer Misha Jones! X: @mishthejrnalist Instagram: @mishthejrnalist TikTok: @mish
S1 E44 · Fri, September 13, 2024
The Sky Are Bigger Than Just A Basketball Team with Annie Costabile
Chicago Sky reporter Annie Costabile joins Sarah to discuss Angel Reese’s impact on and off the court, how the W will respond to the fallout from Cathy Engelbert’s interview, the importance of media literacy, and how if you try to replicate, you’re already behind. Plus, no triskaidekaphobia over here, how ‘bout you? Check out Flavor Flav’s custom bronze clock for Jordan Chiles here Read Annie Costabile’s coverage for the Chicago Sun-Times here Read Callie Lawson-Freeman’s story on the WNBA and Las Vegas Aces response to Dearica Hamby’s lawsuit here The full WNBA schedule – including tune-in info – is here ! The full NWSL schedule – including tune-in info – is here ! Send us your ridiculous sports rivalries! Shoot us an email at goodgame@wondermedianetwork.com or leave us a voicemail at 872-204-5070 Follow Sarah on social! X: @SarahSpain Instagram: @Spain2323 Follow producer Misha Jones! X:<a href="https://x.com/mishthejrnalist" data-saferedirecturl="https://www.google.com/url?q=https://x.com/mishthejrnalist&source=gmail&ust=1726279265898000&usg=AOvVaw1Rh94crdWGJqQxGnWYR3Y
S1 E43 · Thu, September 12, 2024
Throwin’ Hail Marys with Lyndsey D'Arcangelo and Frankie de la Cretaz
Lyndsey D'Arcangelo and Frankie de la Cretaz join Sarah to discuss their book, Hail Mary: The Rise and Fall of the National Women's Football League. They talk about making big editorial decisions together and the opportunity to give well-deserved attention to the women of the league. Plus, they give their takes on the Cathy Englebert non-answer saga and producer Misha weighs in, too. Get Frankie and Lyndsey’s book here Subscribe to Frankie’s queer sports newsletter here Read Lyndsey’s work at Awful Announcing here Check out the HERRICANES film Frankie mentioned here How did your experience playing sports impact your life down the road? Send us a note at goodgame@wondermedianetwork.com or leave us a voicemail at 872-204-5070 Follow Sarah on social! X: @SarahSpain Instagram: @Spain2323 Follow producer Misha Jones! X: @mishthejrnalist Instagram: @mishthejrnalist TikTok:<a href="https://www.ti
S1 E42 · Wed, September 11, 2024
Adding to the Bag with Dearica Hamby
Los Angeles Sparks star Dearica Hamby joins Sarah to discuss the WNBA season, whether she plans to share any 3x3 secrets with her Unrivaled opponents, and the backlash she faced from Aces fans after she filed a federal lawsuit alleging pregnancy discrimination. Plus, Cathy Engelbert misses the mark, two new entries into the Good Game Hall of Fame, and a milkshake brings Sarah and friends to the yard. Read ESPN’s anonymous survey of NWSL GMs here Check out the video of Jill Scott’s live performance of “You Got Me” here The full WNBA schedule can be found here Check out the Women’s Sports Foundation’s latest research on the impact of playing sports on leadership here How did your experience playing sports impact your life down the road? Send us a note at goodgame@wondermedianetwork.com or leave us a voicemail at 872-204-5070 Follow Sarah on social! X: @SarahSpain Instagram: @Spain2323 Follow producer Misha Jones! X: @mishthejrnalist Instagram:<a href="https://www.instagram.com/mis
S1 E41 · Tue, September 10, 2024
One Woman Band with Meg Linehan
Meg Linehan, senior writer at The Athletic, joins Sarah to talk about Alex Morgan’s sudden retirement, the horrors of AI game recaps, and she even helps answer a “dumb question” from the show. Plus, the PWHL has real team names, Diana Taurasi and the Phoenix Mercury keep playing with our emotions, and the bills are too damn high. Check out the new PWHL team logos here And LOL at Sarah Jenkins’ observation about Toronto’s logo here Listen to Full Time with Meg Linehan here Follow Sarah on social! X: @SarahSpain Instagram: @Spain2323 Follow producer Misha Jones! X: @mishthejrnalist Instagram: @mishthejrnalist TikTok: @mishthejrnalist Follow producer Alex Azzi! X: @ByAlexAzzi See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
S1 E40 · Mon, September 09, 2024
K-Y Jelly and and a Slam Dunk Celly
The Paralympic flame has been extinguished, Angel Reese is out for the season, and Alex Morgan has played her final pro game. But it’s not all bad news! On today’s episode, we introduce you to athletes who’ve done double duty at the Olympics and Paralympics, ask you for sponsors gone wrong and shout out a few dudes. Watch Tara Davis-Woodhall and Hunter Woodhall celebrate with their gold medals here Watch Trinity Rodman’s awesome dunk celly and high five with Magic Johnson here Want to see which women have competed at both the Olympics and Paralympics? Here’s that post from Togethxr Follow Sarah on social! X: @SarahSpain Instagram: @Spain2323 Follow producer Misha Jones! X: @mishthejrnalist Instagram: @mishthejrnalist TikTok: @mishthejrnalist Follow producer Alex Azzi! X: @ByAlexAzzi See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
S1 E39 · Fri, September 06, 2024
Baby Horse and Ellie the Elephant
It’s the end of an era. Alex Morgan is retiring and Sarah is still processing. Plus, a late night shoutout to Ellie the Elephant, our favorite football roster submissions (courtesy of a few slices!), and a “What the Fact” about US Open tennis ball equality. Why are the Ballon d’Or nomination photos so weird? A few of our favs can be seen here Want to read more about “close encounters of the athletic kind” and AI in sports writing? Check out this story from the Big Lead The full WNBA schedule – including tune-in info – is here ! The full NWSL schedule – including tune-in info – is here ! What is your favorite Alex Morgan memory? Send us a note at goodgame@wondermedianetwork.com or leave us a voicemail at 872-204-5070 Follow Sarah on social! X: @SarahSpain Instagram: @Spain2323 Follow producer Misha Jones! X: @mishthejrnalist Instagram:<a href="https://www.instagram.com/mishthejrnalist/" data-saferedirecturl="https://www.google.com/url?q=https://www.instagram.com/mishthejrnalist/&source=gmail&ust=172566534682700
S1 E38 · Thu, September 05, 2024
Be a Possibility Model, Not a Role Model with Lori Locust & Jennifer King
An NFL episode? Yep. With a twist! Tennessee Titans and Chicago Bears coaches Lori Locust and Jennifer King join Sarah ahead of their season-opening clash to discuss their career trajectories, women playing football, and whether Sarah’s Bears finally have a good quarterback. Plus, a dip that slaps and the women athletes we’d like to see play football. Get the recipe for Sarah’s favorite tailgate snack here We always love to hear from you. Send us a note at goodgame@wondermedianetwork.com or leave us a voicemail at 872-204-5070 Follow Sarah on social! X: @SarahSpain Instagram: @Spain2323 Follow producer Misha Jones! X: @mishthejrnalist Instagram: @mishthejrnalist TikTok: @mishthejrnalist Follow producer Alex Azzi! X: @ByAlexAzzi See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
S1 E37 · Wed, September 04, 2024
The Story Behind Billie’s Best Bar
Sarah's living the suite life at the US Open and caught up with tennis greats Lindsay Davenport, Rennae Stubbs and Ilana Kloss. Plus, we dish on a whole lotta Paralympic success, a slice’s addition to our list of name twins, and Sarah gives an honest review of the popular Honey Deuce cocktail. Read more about the Billie Jean King Cup here Listen to The Rennae Stubbs Tennis Podcast here Got a great story about name twins? A doozy about a case of mistaken identity? Send us a note at goodgame@wondermedianetwork.com or leave us a voicemail at 872-204-5070 Follow Sarah on social! X: @SarahSpain Instagram: @Spain2323 Follow producer Misha Jones! X: @mishthejrnalist Instagram: @mishthejrnalist TikTok: @mishthejrnalist Follow producer Alex Azzi! X: @ByAlexAzzi See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
S1 E36 · Tue, September 03, 2024
The Sassinator and Prim Reaper Reunion
Sarah’s former ESPN radio co-host Prim Siripipat joins the show to help Sarah prepare for her trip to Flushing Meadows, dish on all the delicious food and drink at the US Open, and answer the most important question of all: What color IS a tennis ball? Plus, an entry into the Good Game Hall of Fame you’re sure to a-door, and producer Alex has twins… name twins! Check out Callie Lawson-Freeman’s story on A’ja Wilson’s white tees here See Diana Taurasi’s sh*t-eatin’ grin for yourself here Got a great story about name twins? A doozy about a case of mistaken identity? Send us a note at goodgame@wondermedianetwork.com or leave us a voicemail at 872-204-5070 Follow Sarah on social! X: @SarahSpain Instagram: @Spain2323 Follow producer Misha Jones! X: @mishthejrnalist Instagram: @mishthejrnalist TikTok: @mishthejrnalist Follow producer Alex Azzi! X: @ByAlexAzzi See <a href="https://omnystud
S1 E35 · Mon, September 02, 2024
Super, Super Unhinged with Sydney Leroux & Ali Riley
Angel City FC’s Sydney Leroux and Ali Riley join Sarah to talk about their Instagram show, BFFR (Be F*cking For Real). Plus, Ali dishes on why she thought Syd was "mean" and "dangerous" when they first met, Syd attempts (and fails) to remember all the teams she’s played for and Ali shares the details of a terrifying contract situation. Plus Sarah tries to stoke a rivalry and both players try to dodge a juicy question. Watch BFFR here ! Follow Ali on Instagram Follow Syd on Instagram Watch Syd's Usher impression Got an opinion on the 3 biggest divers in the NWSL? Have a Paralympic question? Send us a note at goodgame@wondermedianetwork.com or leave us a voicemail at 872-204-5070 Follow Sarah on social! X: @SarahSpain Instagram: @Spain2323 Follow producer Misha Jones! X: @mishthejrnalist Instagram: @mishthejrnalist TikTok: @mishthejrnalist
S1 E34 · Fri, August 30, 2024
Hoops and Gay Sh*t
We’re kicking off the long weekend with Paralympic records, Chicago Sky drama, and a juicy question about WNBA couples. Plus, producer Mish gives an insightful and analytical answer about whether the Aces will three-peat, while producer Alex goes off vibes alone. A few Paralympic events to watch today (Friday, August 30): 7:30 am ET: USA Wheelchair Rugby vs. Japan 10:00 am ET: USA Wheelchair Basketball vs. Germany 11:45 am ET: Swimming Finals 3:55 pm ET: Track & Field Finals For U.S. viewers, a full Paralympic TV schedule can be found here The full WNBA schedule – including tune-in info – is here ! The full NWSL schedule – including tune-in info – is here ! All U.S. Open results and upcoming matches can be found here Want to become an investor in the Minnesota Aurora? Details here A longer list of Caitlin Clark’s WNBA records: WNBA rookie record for most assists in a season WNBA rookie record for made threes WNBA rookie record for most games with 25+ points, 5+ rebounds, and 5+ assists WNBA single-game assist record 1st player in league history with 25+ pts, 10+ assists, 5+ rebounds, 5+ steals, and 3+ blocks in a game Indiana Fever single-game assist record Indiana Fever single-season assist record Fastest player in league history to 400 points and 200 assists A longer list of Angel Reese’s WNBA records: WNBA rookie record for most games with 15+ rebounds Recorded the first double-double by a rookie in a WNBA All-Star Game WNBA r
S1 E33 · Thu, August 29, 2024
Lowkey Violent with Alana Nichols and Scout Bassett
Paralympian powerhouses Alana Nichols and Scout Bassett join Sarah to talk about how they got into adaptive sports, cheating in the Paralympics and why the word “inspirational” should be used with care. Plus, hot corn does more than pop, and we get 'ship names from some slices. Follow Alana on X here Follow Scout on X here Read Everyday Feminism’s explainer on empowerment and objectification here Check out the "Pablo Torre Finds Out" episode on cheating in the Paralympics here Send us your Paralympic questions! Send us a note at goodgame@wondermedianetwork.com or leave us a voicemail at 872-204-5070 Follow Sarah on social! X: @SarahSpain Instagram: @Spain2323 Follow producer Misha Jones! X: @mishthejrnalist Instagram: @mishthejrnalist TikTok: @mishthejrnalist <li dir
S1 E32 · Wed, August 28, 2024
The Folks Who Want To See Your Dreams Come True with Noelle Lambert
The Paris Paralympics begin today! Sarah talks to Team USA track athlete Noelle Lambert about switching coaches, finding instant success in the long jump, and why she hasn't been able to so much as sniff anything coconut after competing on “Survivor.” Plus, producer Alex shares some Paralympic storylines you need to follow, we ask for some help with a soccer stat, and Sarah calls out a hated workplace phrase she wants to 86 by C.O.B. Watch the Opening Ceremony of the Paris Paralympics at 2pm ET on USA or Peacock Tonight’s WNBA schedule: 7:00pm ET – Connecticut Sun @ Indiana Fever (NBA TV, League Pass) 8:00pm ET – Washington Mystics @ Chicago Sky (League Pass) 10:00pm ET – New York Liberty @ Los Angeles Sparks (NBA TV, League Pass) 10:00pm ET – Minnesota Lynx @ Phoenix Mercury (League Pass) 10:00pm ET – Atlanta Dream @ Seattle Storm (League Pass) Read more about U.S. tennis player Emma Navarro via the NYTimes here Watch the teaser for “Unapologetically Angel” here You know we always love to hear from you! Send us a note at goodgame@wondermedianetwork.com or leave us a voicemail at 872-204-5070 Follow Sarah on social! X: @SarahSpain Instagram: @Spain2323 Follow producer Misha Jones! X: @mishthejrnalist Instagram:<a href="https://www.instagram.com/mishthejrnalist/" data-saferedirecturl="https://www.google.com/url?q=https://www.instagram.
S1 E31 · Tue, August 27, 2024
‘I Come to Do Damage’ with Taylor Townsend
American tennis pro Taylor Townsend joins Sarah to reflect on winning her first Grand Slam at Wimbledon earlier this year, playing doubles with Boris Kodjoe, and adjusting when shit goes sideways. Plus, a “Yes, And” honoring multi-sport pioneer Althea Gibson, a “Good Game Play of the Day” we should all strive to make, and a not-so-sentimental goodbye to former Chicago Sky mascot, Sky Guy. Read the New York Times story on Althea Gibson here Check out episodes of Fuse TV’s Like A Girl here Follow Taylor Townsend on X here Follow Sam Fischer on Instagram here Check out the adorable picture of Emeri Adames and Megan Rapinoe here You know we always love to hear from you! Send us a note at goodgame@wondermedianetwork.com or leave us a voicemail at 872-204-5070 Follow Sarah on social! X: @SarahSpain Instagram: @Spain2323 Follow producer Misha Jones! X: @mishthejrnalist Instagram:<a href=
S1 E30 · Mon, August 26, 2024
A Tectonic Shift in the American Sports Landscape with Tori Huster and Meghann Burke
The NWSL is the first American pro sports league to eliminate the draft and we talk to the people who made it happen. NWSL Players Association president Tori Huster and executive director Meghann Burke join Sarah to talk about the landmark collective bargaining agreement and the “free agency” frenzy that will get underway next week. Plus, the tears flow over jersey retirements (Megan Rapinoe and Maya Moore-Irons in the same weekend?! Why?!) and a lesson on Hall of Fame induction. The 2024 Paris Paralympics begin on Wednesday! Here are a few links to get you up to speed ahead of the Opening Ceremony! Learn more about the Paralympic classification process and the sports that will be contested in Paris here Day-by-day Paralympic schedule, including TV info for U.S. viewers here Read about why so many Paralympians aren’t “participating” here You know we always love to hear from you! Send us a note at goodgame@wondermedianetwork.com or leave us a voicemail at 872-204-5070 Follow Sarah on social! X: @SarahSpain Instagram: @Spain2323 Follow producer Misha Jones! X: @mishthejrnalist Instagram: @mishthejrnalist TikTok: @mishthejrnalist Follow producer Alex Azzi! X: @ByAlexAzzi See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
S1 E29 · Fri, August 23, 2024
No Place Like Nebraska with Jen Karson-Strauss
Director and producer Jen Karson-Strauss joins Sarah to talk through the process of making “No Place Like Nebraska,” a new E:60 documentary that provides a behind-the-scenes look at Nebraska volleyball. Plus, we outline the highlights of the NWSL’s huge CBA news, answer a great question from a slice, and debut our first ever “Weird Flex, But Okay” courtesy of producer Alex. Watch “No Place Like Nebraska,” which debuts this Sunday at 5pm ET on ESPN and ESPN+. You can stream it here Got questions about strange rules or how playoffs work in your new favorite sport? Send ‘em our way and we’ll do our best to answer! Send us a note at goodgame@wondermedianetwork.com or leave us a voicemail at 872-204-5070 Follow Sarah on social! X: @SarahSpain Instagram: @Spain2323 Follow producer Misha Jones! X: @mishthejrnalist Instagram: @mishthejrnalist TikTok: @mishthejrnalist Follow producer Alex Azzi! X: @ByAlexAzzi See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
S1 E28 · Thu, August 22, 2024
Group Chat: Let People Be Stupid with LaChina Robinson & Terrika Foster-Brasby
Women’s basketball experts LaChina Robinson and Terrika Foster-Brasby join Sarah to talk which WNBA teams are legit title contenders, a shared hatred of the idiots in their mentions, and a “Fight Me” featuring the best WNBA championship teams of all time. Plus, a shoutout to slices across the globe and venereal disease or candy? Check out the Angel Reese x Reese’s Pieces merch collection here ! Follow LaChina on X here ! Follow Terrika on X here ! Check out Athlos NYC here ! You know we always love to hear from you! Send us a note at goodgame@wondermedianetwork.com or leave us a voicemail at 872-204-5070 Follow Sarah on social! X: @SarahSpain Instagram: @Spain2323 Follow producer Misha Jones! X: @mishthejrnalist Instagram: @mishthejrnalist TikTok: @mishthejrnalist Follow producer Alex Azzi! X:<a href="https://x.com/byalexazzi" data-saferedirecturl="https://www.google.com/url?q=https://x.com/byalexazzi&source=g
S1 E27 · Wed, August 21, 2024
Steph Yang Cannot Represent You in a Court of Law
The Athletic staff writer Steph Yang joins Sarah to talk about the USWNT winning gold, reports of a new NWSL CBA and San Diego hiring Landon Donovan as interim head coach. Plus, the return of No Dumb Questions, we ride a rollercoaster with a USWNT legend, and producer Alex goes on a field trip! Follow Steph Yang on X here Bookmark The Athletic's women's soccer hub here Listen to Full Time with Meg Linehan here You know we always love to hear from you! Send us a note at goodgame@wondermedianetwork.com or leave us a voicemail at 872-204-5070 Follow Sarah on social! X: @SarahSpain Instagram: @Spain2323 Follow producer Misha Jones! X: @mishthejrnalist Instagram: @mishthejrnalist TikTok: @mishthejrnalist Follow producer Alex Azzi! X: @ByAlexAzzi See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
S1 E26 · Tue, August 20, 2024
Is Caitlin Clark Following Me? with Chloe Peterson
Indiana Fever beat reporter Chloe Peterson of the IndyStar joins Sarah to talk about the Fever’s ascent, how Caitlin Clark has been used to fuel culture wars, and the moment Chloe realized that Clark was a big deal. Plus, Becky Hammon responds to Dearica Hamby’s lawsuit, A’ja Wilson and Bam Adebayo’s soft launch, and we celebrate some sold out soccer. Read more about Dearica Hamby’s lawsuit here From the vault… Read the story Chloe Peterson wrote in 2020, headlined, “Iowa women’s basketball freshman Caitlin Clark poised to make immediate impact” here Single-match tickets for League One Volleyball – launching in January 2025 – are now available for purchase You know we always love to hear from you! Send us a note at goodgame@wondermedianetwork.com or leave us a voicemail at 872-204-5070 Follow Sarah on social! X: @SarahSpain Instagram: @Spain2323 Follow producer Misha Jones! X: @mishthejrnalist Instagram: @mishthejrnalist TikTok:<a href="https://www.tiktok.com/@mishthejrnalist" data-saferedirecturl
S1 E25 · Mon, August 19, 2024
Birthday Shenanigans, Coaching Nonsense, and WNBA High Jinks
Sarah turns [redacted]! And, producer Mish hops in the mix to dish on the first week of WNBA action post-Olympic break, including why Caitlin Clark and the Indiana Fever might ruin a team’s season come playoff time. Plus, some TOP TIER “sportsmanship,” a “What The Fact” that shows how much work needs to be done before we achieve equity in coaching, and a team of footballers worthy of entry into the “Good Game Hall of Fame.” Listen to producer Mish on “Gotta Get Up!” here Read the first book in the Good Game Book Club, “The National Team” by Caitlin Murray here Check out the College Coaching Report Card from the Tucker Center for Research on Girls and Women in Sport and WeCoach here You know we always love to hear from you! Send us a note at goodgame@wondermedianetwork.com or leave us a voicemail at 872-204-5070 Follow Sarah on social! And wish her a happy belated birthday! X: @SarahSpain Instagram: @Spain2323 Follow producer Misha Jones! X: @mishthejrnalist Instagram: @mishthejrnalist TikTok:<a href="https://www.tiktok.com/@mishth
S1 E24 · Fri, August 16, 2024
Golden Goals with Masai Russell & The Bakeshop of Progress with Kathryn Bertine
It’s a jam-packed episode, y’all. Olympic 100m hurdles gold medalist Masai Russell tells Sarah about why she’s working out just days after winning in Paris, the DMV’s secret sauce and how her failures helped her reach the top of the sports world. Plus, former pro cyclist and forever activist Kathryn Bertine discusses the history of the Tour de France Femmes and why equality in cycling is still a long way away. Read Kathryn Bertine’s memoir, Stand , watch her film, Half the Road & check out Homestretch Foundation Watch the 2024 Tour de France Femmes! Here’s a schedule / TV info Read more about where Jordan Chiles’ case stands here Live in the D.C. area? Celebrate the USWNT’s win and the Triple Espresso with a drink paid for by the NWSL’s Washington Spirit. Details here Friday night’s WNBA schedule: Seattle Storm @ Atlanta Dream - 7:30pm ET Phoenix Mercury @ Indiana Fever - 7:30 ET Connecticut Sun @ Dallas Wings - 9:30 ET Full WNBA schedule is <a href="https://ww
S1 E23 · Thu, August 15, 2024
Group Chat: Gold Medal Memories with Erica L. Ayala & Lindsay Schnell
Reporters Erica L. Ayala and Lindsay Schnell just left Paris and have stories to tell about witnessing USA Basketball's quest for an eighth straight gold medal. Plus, a potential status upgrade for the runner-ups of the world and a “Fight Me!” featuring non-basketball athletes who would shine in a game of 3-on-3. Check out the full WNBA Schedule here ! Phoenix Mercury @ Chicago Sky, 8pm ET on Prime Washington Mystics @ Minnesota Lynx, 8pm ET on ESPN3 and League Pass New York Liberty @ Los Angeles Sparks, 9pm ET on ESPN WNBA Games to watch tonight: Check out Lindsay Schnell’s story about player-parents on the USA Basketball team here ! Check out Erica L. Ayala’s work at Black Rosie Media here ! You know we always love to hear from you! Send us your "Fight Me" submissions to goodgame@wondermedianetwork.com or leave us a voicemail at 872-204-5070 Follow Sarah on social! X: @SarahSpain Instagram: @Spain2323 Follow producer Misha Jones! X: @mishthejrnalist Instagram: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/mishthejrnalist/" data-saferedirecturl="https://www.google.com/url?q=https://www.instagram.com/mishthejrnalist/&source=gmail&ust=1
S1 E22 · Wed, August 14, 2024
Real Leagues, Fake Leagues and A Damn Good Basketball League with Khristina Williams
Khristina Williams, host of “In Case You Missed It with Khristina Williams,” joins to preview the second half of the WNBA season. Plus, everyone watches women’s sports (duh), an explanation of why the Paralympics require patience, and a primer on a new pro women’s soccer league. Listen to “In Case You Missed It with Khristina Williams” here Check out the bronze clock necklace Flavor Flav made for Jordan Chiles here Want to try baking those famous chocolate chip muffins yourself? The recipe is here Watch Ellie celebrate World Elephant Day with Ciara here Sportico’s report about the new NWSL CBA is here You know we always love to hear from you! Send us a note at goodgame@wondermedianetwork.com or leave us a voicemail at 872-204-5070 Follow Sarah on social! X: @SarahSpain Instagram: @Spain2323 </l
S1 E21 · Tue, August 13, 2024
Saying "Au Revoir" to Paris & Cruise-ing to LA
The Paris Olympics were a wild ride! They might be over but stay strapped in, cause we’re giving you our Olympic highs and lows, info on how to keep watching your favorite women athletes from the Games, and a *teensy-weensy* dose of Sarah’s inner ugly American. The story we mentioned about UNC soccer can be found here The 2024 WNBA schedule is here The 2024 NWSL schedule is here Athletes Unlimited Softball schedule is here Watch some of Raygun’s “moves” here Our favorite Raygun memes can be found here , here and here Check out <a href="https://www.bytomdaley.com/" data-saferedirecturl="https://www.google.com/url?q=https://www.bytomdaley.com/&source=gmail&ust=1723600195365000&usg=AOvVaw3G29my8_7O3DGlh
S1 E20 · Mon, August 12, 2024
The Midas Touch, Gymnastics Chaos and The Pentathlon of the Muses
The Paris Olympics concluded with plenty of drama and last-minute heroics—we’re here to unpack it all, from USA Basketball’s gold medal slugfest to Emma Hayes making USWNT captain Lindsey Horan cry. Plus, a full breakdown of the gymnastics drama surrounding Jordan Chiles’ bronze medal and some Olympic history that even producer Alex didn’t know! Read more about the history of the Tour de France Femmes via this 2022 story that producer Alex wrote and – if you want to learn more – check out Kathryn Bertine’s memoir, Stand Want to watch the 2024 Tour de France Femmes? Here’s a schedule / TV info Read more about the history of Olympic poetry here Send us your haikus! The IOC might not award Olympic medals in poetry anymore, but maybe we will! Send us a note at goodgame@wondermedianetwork.com or leave us a voicemail at 872-204-5070 Follow Sarah on social! X: @SarahSpain Instagram: @Spain2323 <li dir=
S1 E19 · Fri, August 09, 2024
B-Girls, Hoopers & Pap Sch-mears
Start your weekend early by indulging in a charcuterie board of Olympic stories! As the Paris Games wind down, we feast on the U.S. basketball dynasty, nibble at the breaking competition and feed you a wrestling story you need to know. Plus, statues you wanna see and astronauts we wanna rescue. Submit your suggestion for the Toronto WNBA team name here Check out Angel Reese’s Reebok collection here Watch Sha’Carri Richardson anchor the U.S. 4x100m relay team in prelims here Read more about Vinesh Phogat and the protests she led here Follow Erica L. Ayala’s Olympic coverage @blackrosiemedia A few Olympic events to watch today (Friday, August 9) 9:00am ET - Diving individual springboard final 10:00am ET - Breakdancing round robin 11:30am ET - USA basketball semifinal vs. Australia 1:30pm ET - 4x100m relay final 2:00pm ET - Field hockey gold medal game 2:15pm ET - Heptathlon concludes with the 800-meter race 4:30pm ET - Beach volleyball gold medal match Follow Sarah on social! X: @SarahSpain Instagram:<a href="https
S1 E18 · Thu, August 08, 2024
Group Chat: The Triforce with Sam Mewis & Becky Sauerbrunn
Former USWNT soccer stars Sam Mewis and Becky Sauerbrunn join Sarah to talk post-match eats, the Emma Hayes era, and preview the USA v. Brazil gold medal match. Plus, a Whopper with a side of gold (extra salt) and proof that when one person cheats, everybody loses. Check out the hilarious social media trend from the top of the show here ! Listen to Sam Mewis's podcast, "The Women's Game" here. Make sure to check out the "Good Vibes FC" episodes, where Sam is joined by Becky Sauerbrunn and Lynn Williams! Videos here. More on the Korbin Albert situation here . Learn more about venture capitalist-turned-cyclist Kristen Faulkner here ! Watch the US Artistic Swimmers moonwalk upside down here ! A few Olympic events to watch today (Thursday, August 8) 7:40am ET: Kayak Four 500m final 10:00am ET: USA Volleyball v. Brazil 10:37am ET: Sailing Kite final 1:01pm ET: Cycling Track Keirin final 1:35pm ET: Track & Field 1500m semifinal 1:35pm ET: USA Water Polo v. Australia 2:00pm ET: Long Jump final 3:25pm ET: Track & Field 400m Hurdles final 2:37pm ET: Taekwondo 57kg final 4
S1 E17 · Wed, August 07, 2024
Sports Are Binary, Human Beings Are Not with Rose Eveleth
Rose Eveleth, host of the Tested podcast, joins Sarah to gender verification testing in track and field, how efforts to achieve fairness exclude some women from competing, the boxing controversy in these Olympics and how sports are wrestling with human sex not being binary. Plus, a reminder to turn in your homework and a USWNT moment that has the show reimagining international soccer’s Golden Boot award. Subscribe and listen to Rose Eveleth’s podcast series, Tested Here ! Read the Scientific American Story that Sarah mentions Here ! A few Olympic events to watch today (Wednesday, August 7) 12:15pm ET: Pole Vault final 1:28pm ET: Cycling Track Team Pursuit final 2:45pm ET: Track & Field 400m semifinal 3:19pm ET: Taekwondo 49kg final 3:30pm ET: Basketball quarterfinals: USA vs. Nigeria 3:30pm ET: Boxing Featherweight semifinals Follow Sarah on social! X: @SarahSpain Instagram: @Spain2323 Follow producer Misha Jones! X: @mishthejrnalist Instagram: @mishthejrnalist TikTok: @mishthejrnalist <
S1 E16 · Tue, August 06, 2024
Life-Changing Pressure with Jessie Diggins
Sarah gets perspective on Olympic pressure from someone who knows it well but isn’t currently enduring it, American cross-country skier and Winter Games gold medalist Jessie Diggins. Diggins talks watching versus competing, the post-Olympic letdown, and how society reacts to athlete emotions. Plus, a USWNT v. Germany soccer preview, the results of our Chicago-style vote on listener names, and we hear your favorite Olympic memories! Check out Jordan Chiles’ reaction to earning the bronze medal in the gymnastics floor competition here! And watch her 90’s-inspired floor routine at the 2023 NCAA semifinals here ! Learn more about Kimia Yousofi’s message to the Taliban here ! Learn more about The Emily Program here ! Check out Jessie Diggins’s book “Brave Enough” here ! Check your US voter registration status here ! A few Olympic events to watch today (Tuesday, August 6) 4:00am ET: Equestrian Jumping Individual final 8:43am ET: Sailing Dinghy medal race 9:00am ET: Diving 10m Platform final 11:30am ET: Skateboarding Park final 12:15pm ET: Wrestling 68kg Freestyle final 1:57pm ET: Track & Field Hammer Throw final 3:14pm ET: Track & Field 3000m Steeplechase final 3:30pm ET: Boxing Lightweight final 3:40pm ET: Track & Field 20
S1 E15 · Mon, August 05, 2024
Raw-Doggin’ Olympic Medals
In this episode, Sarah gives flowers to medaling Olympians from smaller countries and shouts out her fellow "olds." Plus, producer Alex answers your burning Olympic questions, we consider how drag queens could get more involved at the Olympics and a marble-ous “Yes, And!” you shouldn't take for granite. Check out Sierra Rooney’s study on monuments to historical women here ! Check out Diana Moskovitz’s story on spotter rules in gymnastics here ! Check out ESPN’s documentary “144” about the 2020 WNBA bubble season here ! A few Olympic events to watch today (Monday, August 5) 4:50am ET: Badminton Singles Gold final 6:38am ET: Gymnastics Balance Beam final 8:23am ET: Gymnastics Floor Exercise final 10:55am ET: Kayak Cross final 11:30am ET: USA 3X3 v. Spain (semifinal) 1:59pm ET: Track Cycling Team Sprint final 2:30pm ET: Discus final 3:15pm ET: Track 5000m final 3:47pm ET: Track 800m final Follow Sarah on social! X: @SarahSpain Instagram: @Spain2323 Follow producer Misha Jones! X: <a href="https://x.com/mishthejrnalist" data-saferedirecturl="https://www.google.com/url?q=https://x.com/mishthejrnalist&source=gmail&ust=1722913491899000&usg=AOvVaw0vIztd8MI_y
S1 E14 · Fri, August 02, 2024
Cougars, Babies & Porta Potties, Plus Gymnastics Talk with Ari Saperstein
Ari Saperstein, host of the gymnastics podcast, Blind Landing, joins Sarah to talk about the individual all-around final, Simone Biles’ greatness and his list of athletes to watch in this weekend’s apparatus finals. Plus, Olympic boxing blows up the internet and all the Paris tea you can handle. Vote on our listener names! Here’s the link to make your voice heard! Listen to Ari’s podcast, Blind Landing Follow Lindsay Gibbs and subscribe to her Power Plays newsletter ! On Twitter, follow Ari here and Blind Landing here A few Olympic events to watch today (Friday, August 2): 7:00am ET: USA 3x3 Basketball vs. France 12:30pm ET: USA Water Polo vs. France 2:30pm ET: Swimming 800m Final 3:50pm ET: BMX Racing Final 4:00pm ET: Beach Volleyball - Hughes/Cheng vs. Germany Follow Sarah on social! X: @SarahSpain Instagram: @Spain2323 Follow producer Misha Jones! X: @mishthejrnalist Instagram: @mishthejrnalist TikTok: @mishthejrnalist Follow producer Alex Azzi! X: @ByAlexAzzi See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
S1 E13 · Thu, August 01, 2024
Group Chat: Vaseline & Plunge with Josh Bard & Kelaine Conochan
In this episode, Around the Horn producer Josh Bard and Kelaine Conochan, an ultramarathoner and VP of global sales for Legends, join Sarah for another edition of Group Chat! The trio discusses what *still* needs to change in women’s sports coverage, respond to a listener email and talk USA 3x3’s bumpy Olympic start. Plus, a "Fight Me!" featuring Olympic athletes they'd like to see star in a feature film. Fight Us! Send us your list at goodgame@wondermedianetwork.com or on social Follow Ilona & Olivia Maher ! Follow Josh Bard and Kelaine Conochan ! AND, check out Kelaine’s ESPN story about her first Badwater ultramarathon A few Olympic events to watch today (Thursday, August 1) 7:00am ET: USA 3X3 v. Australia 12:15pm ET: Gymnastics All-Around final 1:10pm ET: Women’s Team Foil final 2:45pm ET: USA Basketball v. Belgium 3:30pm ET: USA 3X3 v. Spain 4:20pm ET: Beach Volleyball – Nuss/Kloth vs. China Follow Sarah on social! X: @SarahSpain Instagram:<a href="https://www.instagram.com/spain2323" data-saferedirecturl="https://www.google.com/url?q=https://www.instagram.com/spain2323&source=gmail
S1 E12 · Wed, July 31, 2024
World Building with Nikki Hiltz
Ahead of their Olympic debut, 1500-meter runner Nikki Hiltz joins Sarah to talk about how their TikTok algorithm knew their identity before they did, how they’ve prioritized their mental health, what being nonbinary and trans means to them and trying to meet people in the middle. Plus, a show correction sends Sarah into timeout. Leave us a voicemail about your favorite memory of watching the Olympics as a kid – we may even play it on the show! 872-204-5070 Email us your final suggestions for what we should call our listeners - goodgame@wondermedianetwork.com Watch the U.S. rugby team win bronze on a last-second run here Watch the incredible save and transition goal from Team USA field hockey here A few Olympic events to watch today: 7:10am ET: BMX Freestyle Final 7:15am ET: USA Field Hockey vs. Australia 9:00am ET: Beach Volleyball – Hughes/Cheng vs. France 11:00am ET: USA Volleyball vs. Serbia 12:30pm ET: USA Water Polo vs. Italy 1:00pm ET: USA Soccer vs. Australia 2:30pm ET: Swimming Finals (including the 1500m Free) Follow Sarah on social! X: @SarahSpain Instagram: @Spain2323 Follow producer Misha Jones! X: @mishthejrnalist Instagram: @mishthejrnalist TikTok:<a href="https://www.tiktok.com/@mishthejrnalist" data-saferedirecturl="https://www.google.com/url
S1 E11 · Tue, July 30, 2024
Let Them Be Great with Sheryl Swoopes
Sheryl Swoopes, one of basketball’s greatest players EVER, joins Sarah to talk about her early stardom, playing while parenting, Athletes Unlimited Basketball, the growth of the WNBA and her response when opinions about Caitlin Clark devolved into personal attacks. Plus, a What The Fact that will enrage you and an Olympic basketball Good Game, Good Game, Fact You that'll blow your mind! Follow Sheryl Swoopes on social! Instagram: @airswoopes22 Learn more about AU Basketball: https://auprosports.com/basketball/ Watch USA Gymnastics compete in the team final today at 12:15pm EDT on NBC, or stream on Peacock Watch USA Basketball 3x3 take on Germany at 11:30am EDT today on NBC, or stream on Peacock Follow Sarah on social! X: @SarahSpain Instagram: @Spain2323 Follow producer Misha Jones! X: @mishthejrnalist Instagram: @mishthejrnalist TikTok: @mishthejrnalist Follow producer Alex Azzi! X: @ByAlexAzzi See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
S1 E10 · Mon, July 29, 2024
Drone Flying and Olympic Hype with Shireen Ahmed
CBC Sports senior contributor Shireen Ahmed joins Sarah to give a lowdown on the drone-driven spy scandal overshadowing Canadian soccer. Plus, producer Alex Azzi shares some Olympic factoids that are guaranteed to impress your friends, so long as your friends are also Olympic nerds. What Olympic questions do you have? Try to stump producer Alex. Reach out to Alex on X @ByAlexAzzi or leave us a voicemail 872-204-5070 or send us an email goodgame@wondermedianetwork.com Follow Shireen Ahmed on social! X: @_ShireenAhmed_ Listen to LOVB’s Serving Pancakes pod to stay up-to-date on the Olympic volleyball tournament Watch USA Water Polo take on Spain at 9:35am EST today on USA Network and streaming on Peacock Watch USA Basketball play Japan at 3pm EST on Peacock and NBCOlympics.com Follow Sarah on social! X: @SarahSpain Instagram: @Spain2323 Follow producer Misha Jones! X: @mishthejrnalist Instagram: @mishthejrnalist TikTok: @mishthejrnalist Follow producer Alex Azzi! X: @ByAlexAzzi See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
S1 E9 · Sat, July 27, 2024
BONUS: In My Paris Era with Maggie Steffens
Maggie Steffens -- widely regarded as the best water polo player in the world(!) -- joins Sarah to set the record straight on how tough her sport is (spoiler alert: they CAN'T touch the bottom of the pool), team hype man Flavor Flav, and how seeing Taylor Swift helped Team USA prepare for the Olympics. Watch Maggie compete in Paris! The full U.S. women's water polo schedule can be viewed here We’re still looking for listener names! Send us your suggestions! You can leave us a voicemail at 872-204-5070 or send us an email goodgame@wondermedianetwork.com Follow Sarah on X: @sarahspain and Instagram: @spain2323 Follow producer Misha Jones! X: @mishthejrnalist Instagram: @mishthejrnalist TikTok: @mishthejrnalist Follow producer Alex Azzi! X: @ByAlexAzzi See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
S1 E8 · Fri, July 26, 2024
Titty Meat and Squat-Built Asses, Plus AJ McCord
Reporter AJ McCord joins Sarah to discuss her new podcast, The PowHERful, highlighting Olympic and Paralympic athletes, plus the history of women’s surfing in Tahiti and the logistical challenges and thrills of reporting from the middle of the ocean. Sarah snuck an easter egg into every show so far – *8 shows, *8 eggs -- did you catch them? Send the overall theme & three examples from shows to goodgame@wondermediatenetwork.com with “EASTER EGGS” in the subject line. One winner will be randomly selected from all correct answers to receive a women’s sports prize pack full of apparel and other goodies! Check out AJ's podcast The PowHERful here Want to watch AU Pro softball? Here’s the season schedule Watch U.S. rugby player Ilona Maher’s fantastic clap-back here We’re still looking for listener names! Send us your suggestions! You can leave us a voicemail at 872-204-5070 or send us an email goodgame@wondermedianetwork.com Follow Sarah on X: @sarahspain and Instagram: @spain2323 Follow producer Misha Jones! X: @mishthejrnalist Instagram: @mishthejrnalist TikTok:<a href="https://www.tiktok.com/@mishthejrnalist" data-saferedirecturl="https://www.google.com/url?q=https://www.tiktok.com/@mishthejrnalist&source=gmail&ust=1722033901958000&usg=AOvV
S1 E7 · Thu, July 25, 2024
Group Chat: Bag of Joy with Erin Foley & Morgan Murphy
Comedians Erin Foley and Morgan Murphy join Sarah for the first edition of Group Chat! They discuss the growing enthusiasm for women’s sports, all the exes they ran into at WNBA All Star, and more. Plus, it’s time to square up for a segment we like to call… Fight Me! If you think Erin Foley and Morgan Murphy are funny (we sure do), check out their stand up sets! Follow Erin on social: @ErinFoleyComic Follow Morgan on social: @Morgan_Murphy Wanna know what Pablo Torre is finding out? Watch and listen to his podcast here ! Who are the 5 female Summer Olympic athletes (in their prime, current or past) you would want to fight alongside you against those cheatin’, juicin’ Russians? Let us know! You can leave us a voicemail at 872-204-5070 or send us an email goodgame@wondermedianetwork.com Follow Sarah on social! X: @SarahSpain Instagram: @Spain2323 Follow producer Misha Jones! X: @mishthejrnalist Instagram: @mishthejrnalist TikTok: @mishthejrnalist Follow producer Alex Azzi! X: @ByAlexAzzi See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
S1 E6 · Wed, July 24, 2024
Giving the Most with Abby Wambach
USWNT legend Abby Wambach joins Sarah to talk about her expectations for the current U.S. soccer team and head coach Emma Hayes at the Paris Olympics. She also discusses why fearlessness is necessary to perform in big moments, and the time in her own career when she felt like the worst player on the team. Listen to “In Case You Missed It with Khristina Williams,” the newest podcast from iHeart Women's Sports Production, which debuts today: In Case You Missed It with Khristina Williams Check out Jordan Chiles’ Teen Vogue story Watch Chiles’ 2023 NCAA semifinal floor routine We’re still looking for listener names! Send us your suggestions! You can leave us a voicemail at 872-204-5070 or send us an email goodgame@wondermedianetwork.com Sarah’s X/Twitter account is currently controlled by Russian bots, but you can follow her on Instagram: @Spain2323 Follow producer Misha Jones! X: @mishthejrnalist Instagram: @mishthejrnalist TikTok: @mishthejrnal
S1 E5 · Tue, July 23, 2024
Leading with Love with Tierna Davidson
Sarah talks to U.S. Women’s National Team soccer player Tierna Davidson about new coach Emma Hayes, journaling before games, the private and public handling of teammate Korbin Albert and more. Plus, a What The Fact about Olympic softball you won’t soon forget! To make sure you’re registered and ready to vote in this year’s presidential election, check out rockthevote.org/teamw/ Who are you following to keep up with all things Olympics? An athlete? An influencer or creator? A celeb reporter? Let us know! You can leave us a voicemail at 872-204-5070 or send us an email goodgame@wondermedianetwork.com Follow Sarah on social! X: @SarahSpain Instagram: @Spain2323 Follow producer Misha Jones! X: @mishthejrnalist Instagram: @mishthejrnalist TikTok: @mishthejrnalist Follow producer Alex Azzi! X: @ByAlexAzzi See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
S1 E4 · Mon, July 22, 2024
Size Matters at WNBA All-Star
Hi! We missed you. Was your weekend awesome? Our weekend was awesome. In this episode, we give you the rundown on FOUR (!!!!) different historic performances at WNBA All-Star in Phoenix, the women’s basketball legends who got their well-deserved flowers, and what it was like for Sarah and producer Misha to meet IRL for the first time! Check out the trailer for In Case You Missed it with Khristina Williams, coming soon! For more WBB context, and history, make sure to follow @cantretiredoc on X! If you want some dope WNBA merch, check out @weareround21 and @playa_society on X! What should “Good Game” listeners be called? We want to hear from you! You can leave us a voicemail at 872-204-5070 or send us an email goodgame@wondermedianetwork.com Follow Sarah on social! X: @SarahSpain Instagram: @Spain2323 Follow producer Misha Jones! X: @mishthejrnalist Instagram: @mishthejrnalist TikTok:<a href="https://www.tiktok.com/@mishthejrnalist" data-saferedirecturl="https://www.google.com/url?q=https://www.tiktok.com/@mishthejrnalist&source=gmail&ust=172170551
S1 E3 · Fri, July 19, 2024
Making It Weird with Sue Bird
Happy Friday, folks! In this episode, Sue Bird joins Sarah on the pod to talk about the challenges of being in control of her own schedule, the moment she first felt “old,” and who she’d pick as Rookie of the Year halfway through the WNBA season. Watch a few of Ticha Penicheiro’s top assists, courtesy of this WNBA highlight: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ieAs4eHps5Y Want to see what the Phoenix Mercury’s training facility looks like? Photos here: https://mercury.wnba.com/photos/exclusive-photos-of-state-of-the-art-phoenix-mercury-practice-facility/ What should “Good Game” listeners be called? We want to hear from you! You can leave us a voicemail at 872-204-5070 or send us an email goodgame@wondermedianetwork.com Follow Sarah on social! X: @SarahSpain Instagram: @Spain2323 Follow producer Misha Jones! X: @mishthejrnalist Instagram: @mishthejrnalist TikTok: @mishthejrnalist Follow producer Alex Azzi! X: @ByAlexAzzi
S1 E2 · Thu, July 18, 2024
It Wasn’t Me with Rebecca Lobo
Back again, eh? We love to see it. In this episode, ESPN’s Rebecca Lobo joins the pod to talk hanging out with the cast of Girls5eva, NOT being the person who voted A’ja Wilson 4th place for MVP in 2023, and who she’d give the edge to if DeWanna Bonner and Alyssa Thomas played 1-on-1. Check out the SUPER CUTE follow up to the s*** talking column that brought Rebecca Lobo together with the love of her life here: https://vault.si.com/vault/2003/04/21/my-big-fat-sports-wedding Check out Simone Biles’ Netflix doc here: https://www.netflix.com/title/81700902 What is your all-time favorite WNBA All-Star moment? What should “Good Game” listeners be called? We want to hear from you! You can leave us a voicemail at 872-204-5070 or send us an email goodgame@wondermedianetwork.com Follow Sarah on social! X: @SarahSpain Instagram: @Spain2323 Follow producer Misha Jones! X: @mishthejrnalist Instagram: @mishthejrnalist TikTok: @mishthejrnalist Follow producer Alex Azzi! X: <a href="https://x.com/byalexazzi" data-saferedi
S1 E1 · Wed, July 17, 2024
Welcome to the Good Place
Welcome to Good Game with Sarah Spain! We’re so happy you’re here. In this inaugural episode, Sarah introduces herself, her producers Misha and Alex, and shares her vision for this first-of-its-kind women’s sports podcast. Plus, listen to a sneak peek of Sarah’s interview with Sue Bird. What athlete in women’s sports do you think should get their own documentary? What should “Good Game” listeners be called? We want to hear from you! You can leave us a voicemail at 872-204-5070 or send us an email goodgame@wondermedianetwork.com Follow Sarah on social! X: @SarahSpain Instagram: @Spain2323 Follow producer Misha Jones! X: @mishthejrnalist Instagram: @mishthejrnalist TikTok: @mishthejrnalist Follow producer Alex Azzi! X: @ByAlexAzzi See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Trailer · Fri, June 14, 2024
Introducing: Good Game with Sarah Spain
Good Game is your one-stop shop for the biggest stories in women’s sports. Every day, host Sarah Spain gives you the stories, stakes, stars, and stats to keep up with your favorite teams, leagues, and athletes. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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