Women’s Sports Weekly

Women’s sports delivered chaos, clutch moments, and history this week. At the Winter Olympics, Chloe Kim battled through a torn labrum to grab silver in snowboard halfpipe, while 17-year-old Gaon Choi shook off a scary slam and came back flying to win gold. Talk about Gen Z nerves of steel.NCAA softball is officially back. Duke Blue Devils softball stack ranked wins over Texas A&M and LSU for a solid start at the Clearwater Invitational. Head coach Marissa Young continues building a powerhouse in record time.In Unrivaled action, the Point Gawd reminded everyone why she owns the nickname. Chelsea Gray stormed back to take the 1v1 crown, securing the $200K championship win in a trophy-stacking year. Next stop: Unrivaled playoffs at Barclays Center.In NCAA women’s basketball, the madness is already here. Vanderbilt beat Texas behind a scoring explosion from Mikayla Blakes. South Carolina took down LSU in Dawn Staley’s 500th win. The Top 16 reveal is out, but if this week proved anything, the bracket is far from settled.Tap in for the full breakdown, bold takes, and everything you need to stay ahead of the women’s sports conversation.If you rate Women’s Sports Weekly 5 stars, send a screenshot and you will receive a sticker!SUBSCRIBE TO WOMEN’S SPORTS WEEKLY YouTubeSpotifyApple Podcasts  FOLLOW WOMEN’S SPORTS WEEKLY ON SOCIALInstagramTikTokCONTACTWomensSportsWeeklyPod@gmail.com Women’s Sports Weekly is created, produced, edited, and hosted by Carolyn Bryan and Danielle Bryan. Research by Madeline Schallmoser. Music is by the talented ⁠Melvin Alexander Black. 

There’s still no collective bargaining agreement (CBA) for WNBA players and league executives are reportedly showing up to meetings empty-handed. If the WNBA can’t lock in a deal that supports player salaries, revenue sharing, and long-term growth, could Unrivaled shake up the women’s basketball landscape? Over in Unrivaled, the Hive are scrambling to pull it together, but is it too little, too late for a playoff push? We’re also sending support to Rickea Jackson after her ex-boyfriend was charged with aggravated battery. The media coverage of the incident is skewed and disturbing.At the Winter Olympics, Lindsey Vonn is facing major backlash for competing on a torn ACL because the internet still loves telling elite female athletes what to do with their bodies. We unpack the double standards in sports media and the ongoing policing of women’s choices.We promise we close on a high note, celebrating Breezy Johnson for earning Team USA’s first medal at the Milano Cortina Games because women’s sports victories deserve the loudest applause. Let’s get into it.If you rate Women’s Sports Weekly 5 stars, send a screenshot and you will receive a sticker!SUBSCRIBE TO WOMEN’S SPORTS WEEKLY YouTubeSpotifyApple Podcasts  FOLLOW WOMEN’S SPORTS WEEKLY ON SOCIALInstagramTikTokCONTACTWomensSportsWeeklyPod@gmail.com Women’s Sports Weekly is created, produced, edited, and hosted by Carolyn Bryan and Danielle Bryan. Research by Madeline Schallmoser. Music is by the talented ⁠Melvin Alexander Black. 

Philly is officially Unrivaled. The City of Brotherly Love hosted two electric games, and Marina Mabrey stole the spotlight with a jaw-dropping 47-point eruption in front of 21,000 buzzing fans. Over in the NWSL, Trinity Rodman locked in a historic contract to stay with the Washington Spirit, igniting league-wide conversations about the new High Impact Player rule and what’s next with the Players Association. But for now, women’s soccer fans can celebrate keeping a generational talent on U.S. soil.On the tennis courts, Elena Rybakina claimed the first Grand Slam of the year at the Australian Open. Her celebration may have been ice-cold, but her game was anything but. She brought pure power, ruthless precision, and a statement win to set the tone for the season.Then we flip into full Olympic preview mode as the road to the Milano Cortina Winter Olympics heats up. From Lindsey Vonn’s return to competitive skiing to Mikaela Shiffrin’s redemption arc, plus the always-intense USA vs. Canada women’s hockey rivalry, we break down everything you need to know. Add in figure skating dream teams and brand-new Olympic events, and this episode is packed wall-to-wall with must-know updates across women’s sports.If you rate Women’s Sports Weekly 5 stars, send a screenshot and you will receive a sticker!SUBSCRIBE TO WOMEN’S SPORTS WEEKLY YouTubeSpotifyApple Podcasts  FOLLOW WOMEN’S SPORTS WEEKLY ON SOCIALInstagramTikTokCONTACT WomensSportsWeeklyPod@gmail.com Women’s Sports Weekly is created, produced, edited, and hosted by Carolyn Bryan and Danielle Bryan. Research by Madeline Schallmoser. Music is by the talented ⁠Melvin Alexander Black. 

This week on Women’s Sports Weekly, we tackle one of the most talked-about issues in sports today: trans athletes and the future of fair play. We are joined by Ellie Roscher and Dr. Anna Baeth, authors of the groundbreaking book Fair Game: Trans Athletes and the Future of Sports, for a timely, science-backed conversation you don’t want to miss.From Supreme Court cases and state-level trans sports bans to the real science behind gender, biology, and athletic performance, this episode cuts through the noise. Together, they unpack harmful narratives, explain what inclusive and equitable sports policies can look like, and explore practical pathways to participation that make sports stronger, safer, and fairer for everyone.If you care about women’s sports, LGBTQ+ inclusion, sports policy, or the future of athletics, this episode delivers insight, nuance, and hope.PURCHASE Fair Game: Trans Athletes and the Future of Sports FOLLOW Ellie RoscherWebsite: www.ellieroscher.com Instagram: @ellieroscherFOLLOW Dr. Anna Baeth:Website: www.annabaeth.com Instagram: @dr.bae.phdIf you rate Women’s Sports Weekly 5 stars, send a screenshot and you will receive a sticker!SUBSCRIBE TO WOMEN’S SPORTS WEEKLY YouTubeSpotifyApple Podcasts  FOLLOW WOMEN’S SPORTS WEEKLY ON SOCIALInstagramTikTokCONTACT WomensSportsWeeklyPod@gmail.com Women’s Sports Weekly is created, produced, edited, and hosted by Carolyn Bryan and Danielle Bryan. Research by Madeline Schallmoser. Music is by the talented ⁠Melvin Alexander Black. 

USWNT star Lindsey Heaps is officially headed to the Denver Summit, and the Mile High City is buzzing about what her arrival means for the future of women’s soccer in Colorado.College hoops delivered plenty of chaos as NCAA Basketball action saw CU Boulder take down the Iowa State Cyclones. The win extended Iowa State’s losing streak and officially dropped the Cyclones out of the Top 25.The drama continued in the PWHL when the Montreal Victoire faced off against the New York Sirens. The Sirens came out on top, but the game featured controversial calls, rising tensions, and a full-on brawl as the final horn sounded.We break down what is and is not allowed in the PWHL compared to the NHL, including checking rules and fighting.Big headlines, hot takes, and plenty of sports chaos await in this episode.If you rate Women’s Sports Weekly 5 stars, send a screenshot and you will receive a sticker!SUBSCRIBE TO WOMEN’S SPORTS WEEKLY YouTubeSpotifyApple Podcasts  FOLLOW WOMEN’S SPORTS WEEKLY ON SOCIALInstagramTikTokCONTACT WomensSportsWeeklyPod@gmail.com Women’s Sports Weekly is created, produced, edited, and hosted by Carolyn Bryan and Danielle Bryan. Research by Madeline Schallmoser. Music is by the talented ⁠Melvin Alexander Black.  

In NCAA Basketball, LSU hands Texas their first loss of the season, and we’re breaking down the two-way dominance of Mikaylah Williams on both ends of the floor. Unrivaled is officially back, and Chelsea Gray is once again proving why she’s the Point Gawd. Plus, we take a deep dive into U.S. Figure Skating and get hyped for gold-medal contenders Amber Glenn, Alysa Liu, and Isabeau Levito with the 2026 Olympics right around the corner.If you rate Women’s Sports Weekly 5 stars, send a screenshot and you will receive a sticker!SUBSCRIBE TO WOMEN’S SPORTS WEEKLY YouTubeSpotifyApple Podcasts  FOLLOW WOMEN’S SPORTS WEEKLY ON SOCIALInstagramTikTokCONTACTWomensSportsWeeklyPod@gmail.com Women’s Sports Weekly is created, produced, edited, and hosted by Carolyn Bryan and Danielle Bryan. Research by Madeline Schallmoser. Music is by the talented ⁠Melvin Alexander Black. 

We are coming to the cottage because Heated Rivalry has officially taken over our lives. Yes, this is a women’s sports podcast, but when a romance book becomes a full-blown cultural phenomenon, we have no choice but to talk about Heated Rivalry. From there, we dream up the women’s sports stories we need to see adapted for the big screen (Hollywood, are you listening?).Then it’s back to the action. We break down Kentucky’s statement win over the LSU Tigers, handing LSU their first loss of the season on a buzzer beater. Plus, we hit the ice to recap the Seattle Torrent’s thrilling shootout victory over the Toronto Sceptres because women’s hockey drama always delivers.Romance novels, buzzer-beaters, and shootout chaos? This episode is a must listen.If you rate Women’s Sports Weekly 5 stars, send a screenshot and you will receive a sticker!SUBSCRIBE TO WOMEN’S SPORTS WEEKLY YouTubeSpotifyApple Podcasts  FOLLOW WOMEN’S SPORTS WEEKLY ON SOCIALInstagramTikTokCONTACTWomensSportsWeeklyPod@gmail.com Women’s Sports Weekly is created, produced, edited, and hosted by Carolyn Bryan and Danielle Bryan. Research by Madeline Schallmoser. Music is by the talented ⁠Melvin Alexander Black. 

Happy New Year’s Eve! We’re closing out the year with Part 2 of the Best of Women’s Sports Weekly, a greatest-hits chaos compilation packed with women’s sports, pop culture, and just the right amount of nonsense.From Caitlin Clark’s astrological sign to Matthew McConaughey, this episode is a highlight-reel of everything we do best. We take you inside Unrivaled practice, relive peak March Madness when TCU stunned Notre Dame in the Sweet 16, and tackle big-picture debates like whether women can really have it all.Along the way, things get aggressively New Jersey, unexpectedly educational with fat bears, and delightfully unhinged with press conference reactions to Cathy Engelbert, plus some truly unforgettable bathroom humor.Women’s basketball, women’s sports culture, hot takes, and end-of-year laughs all in one place. You don’t want to miss this one.If you rate Women’s Sports Weekly 5 stars, send a screenshot and you will receive a sticker!SUBSCRIBE TO WOMEN’S SPORTS WEEKLY YouTubeSpotifyApple Podcasts  FOLLOW WOMEN’S SPORTS WEEKLY ON SOCIALInstagramTikTokCONTACTWomensSportsWeeklyPod@gmail.com Women’s Sports Weekly is created, produced, edited, and hosted by Carolyn Bryan and Danielle Bryan. Research by Madeline Schallmoser. Music is by the talented ⁠Melvin Alexander Black.  

It’s the holiday season, and we’re feeling nostalgic. So we're unwrapping our favorite moments from the past year in this festive highlight reel episode. From the chaos of the Beanpot Championship to breaking down new NWSL team names, plus an honest reckoning with Diana Taurasi’s eternal hold on all of us, nothing is off the table (including how we want to die).We also revisit some of our favorite interviews, featuring Ryan Ruocco, Amelia and Kelsey from Let the Girls Play! and Ali Cecconi. There were simply too many iconic moments to fit into one episode, so Part 2 drops next week.Hit play, get cozy, and celebrate the year with us.If you rate Women’s Sports Weekly 5 stars, send a screenshot and you will receive a sticker!SUBSCRIBE TO WOMEN’S SPORTS WEEKLY YouTubeSpotifyApple Podcasts  FOLLOW WOMEN’S SPORTS WEEKLY ON SOCIALInstagramTikTokCONTACT WomensSportsWeeklyPod@gmail.com Women’s Sports Weekly is created, produced, edited, and hosted by Carolyn Bryan and Danielle Bryan. Research by Madeline Schallmoser. Music is by the talented ⁠Melvin Alexander Black.  

Texas A&M shocks Nebraska in the Elite Eight of the NCAA Volleyball Tournament, snapping the Cornhuskers’ undefeated season and ending their title hopes in stunning fashion. A true team effort toppled one of the most dominant volleyball programs in the country.Plus, the latest WNBA CBA proposal raises big questions about pay equity in women’s basketball. Why does fair pay still come with strings attached and more work? With the WNBA season looming, will the league and players actually reach a new collective bargaining agreement in time?And in NWSL news, the Washington Spirit are pulling out all the stops to keep superstar Trinity Rodman stateside. But the league isn’t thrilled with the “spirit” of the deal. Is a new “High Impact Player” designation enough to prevent a move overseas?From college volleyball chaos to pro women’s sports power plays, we break it all down. Tune in!If you rate Women’s Sports Weekly 5 stars, send a screenshot and you will receive a sticker!SUBSCRIBE TO WOMEN’S SPORTS WEEKLY YouTubeSpotifyApple Podcasts  FOLLOW WOMEN’S SPORTS WEEKLY ON SOCIALInstagramTikTokCONTACT WomensSportsWeeklyPod@gmail.com Women’s Sports Weekly is created, produced, edited, and hosted by Carolyn Bryan and Danielle Bryan. Research by Madeline Schallmoser. Music is by the talented ⁠Melvin Alexander Black. 

Women’s Sports Weekly hits 100 episodes! To celebrate, we’re answering your AMA questions and nothing is off-limits. Hear the origin story of Women’s Sports Weekly, our “betrayal list,” and what our dream, unstoppable WNBA player would look like.We debate who’s actually the fastest, share our best and worst qualities, and get real about how this podcast has shaped our relationship. If you love women’s sports, chaos, and a good laugh, this milestone episode is your new favorite. Thanks for riding with us for 100 episodes. Here’s to the next hundred! If you rate Women’s Sports Weekly 5 stars, send a screenshot and you will receive a sticker!SUBSCRIBE TO WOMEN’S SPORTS WEEKLY YouTubeSpotifyApple Podcasts  FOLLOW WOMEN’S SPORTS WEEKLY ON SOCIALInstagramTikTokCONTACTWomensSportsWeeklyPod@gmail.com Women’s Sports Weekly is created, produced, edited, and hosted by Carolyn Bryan and Danielle Bryan. Music is by the talented ⁠Melvin Alexander Black.  

Texas cashed in big at the Players Era Championship, literally, but the real jackpot was Rori Harmon’s clutch game-winner to knock off South Carolina and shake up the national rankings. UCLA may have stumbled in Vegas, but the Bruins bounced back with a statement win over Tennessee. On the footy international stage, the USWNT wrapped up 2025 in style with two dominant victories over Italy under head coach Emma Hayes. We love where the USWNT is headed.Women’s Sports Weekly is turning 100 next week! Drop your questions for your favorite hosts anytime before December 6, and we’ll answer them during our milestone 100th episode celebration. Send your questions on Instagram @womenssportsweeklypod or send us an email: womenssportsweeklypod@gmail.com.If you rate Women’s Sports Weekly 5 stars, send a screenshot and you will receive a sticker!SUBSCRIBE TO WOMEN’S SPORTS WEEKLY YouTubeSpotifyApple Podcasts  FOLLOW WOMEN’S SPORTS WEEKLY ON SOCIALInstagramTikTokCONTACT WomensSportsWeeklyPod@gmail.com Women’s Sports Weekly is created, produced, edited, and hosted by Carolyn Bryan and Danielle Bryan. Music is by the talented ⁠Melvin Alexander Black.  

Gobble gobble, women’s sports fans and Happy Thanksgiving week! Gotham FC just claimed the 2025 NWSL Championship, while the Washington Spirit suffered their second straight finals heartbreak. In NCAA women’s hoops, UConn survives a scare from Michigan and Notre Dame steals the spotlight with Hannah Hidalgo’s clutch game-winner over USC. We’re also serving up love for Wicked: For Good and breaking down the first-ever WPBL Draft.And big news, Women’s Sports Weekly is turning 100! Drop your questions for your favorite hosts anytime before December 6, and we’ll answer them during our milestone 100th episode celebration. Send your questions on Instagram @womenssportsweeklypod or send us an email @womenssportsweeklypod@gmail.com.If you rate Women’s Sports Weekly 5 stars, send a screenshot and you will receive a sticker!SUBSCRIBE TO WOMEN’S SPORTS WEEKLY YouTubeSpotifyApple Podcasts  FOLLOW WOMEN’S SPORTS WEEKLY ON SOCIALInstagramTikTokCONTACT WomensSportsWeeklyPod@gmail.com Women’s Sports Weekly is created, produced, edited, and hosted by Carolyn Bryan and Danielle Bryan. Music is by the talented ⁠Melvin Alexander Black. 

Who is the real SC? South Carolina staked its claim with a statement win over Southern California in NCAA women’s basketball and we’ve got thoughts. We break down the biggest early-season upsets, including heartbreak for Danielle’s Notre Dame and chaos for Carolyn’s Final Four pick, Duke.Plus: Gotham FC and the Washington Spirit punched their tickets to the NWSL Final after two instant-classic semifinals. We recap all the drama.Then Carolyn and Danielle take a deep dive into Project B, the ambitious new venture aiming to take women’s basketball global. The salaries are eye-popping and the leadership is serious… but will rumored Saudi ties affect fan and player buy-in? Hit play and join the conversation!If you rate Women’s Sports Weekly 5 stars, send a screenshot and you will receive a sticker!SUBSCRIBE TO WOMEN’S SPORTS WEEKLY YouTubeSpotifyApple Podcasts  FOLLOW WOMEN’S SPORTS WEEKLY ON SOCIALInstagramTikTokCONTACT WomensSportsWeeklyPod@gmail.com Women’s Sports Weekly is created, produced, edited, and hosted by Carolyn Bryan and Danielle Bryan. Research by Madeline Schallmoser. Music is by the talented ⁠Melvin Alexander Black. 

The PWHL dropped major news! Say hello to the Seattle Torrent and Vancouver Goldeneyes. Carolyn and Danielle break down the fresh team names, slick logos, and all the hype as the PWHL Takeover Tour returns with new cities and more dates. Over in the NWSL, the quarterfinals delivered pure chaos including stoppage time drama, extra-time thrillers, and PK heartbreak. The biggest shocker? Gotham FC knocking out the top-seeded Kansas City Current. Plus, NCAA Women’s Basketball tipped off! Your favorite hosts preview the powerhouse programs, breakout stars, and dark horse contenders to watch this season.If you rate Women’s Sports Weekly 5 stars, send a screenshot and you will receive a sticker!SUBSCRIBE TO WOMEN’S SPORTS WEEKLY YouTubeSpotifyApple Podcasts  FOLLOW WOMEN’S SPORTS WEEKLY ON SOCIALInstagramTikTokCONTACTWomensSportsWeeklyPod@gmail.com Women’s Sports Weekly is created, produced, edited, and hosted by Carolyn Bryan and Danielle Bryan. Research by Madeline Schallmoser. Music is by the talented ⁠Melvin Alexander Black.  

NWSL analyst, KC Current host, and Sports and SHEnanigans podcast creator Jillian Carroll Letrinko joins Women’s Sports Weekly for a high-energy NWSL playoff preview! Jillian breaks down seeding drama, top contenders, surprise dark horses, and what a championship could mean for Kansas City. Packed with insider stats, smart predictions, and plenty of shenanigans, this episode will get you playoff-ready before the action kicks off this Friday.If you rate Women’s Sports Weekly 5 stars, send a screenshot and you will receive a sticker!SUBSCRIBE TO WOMEN’S SPORTS WEEKLY YouTubeSpotifyApple Podcasts  FOLLOW WOMEN’S SPORTS WEEKLY ON SOCIALInstagramTikTokCONTACT WomensSportsWeeklyPod@gmail.com Women’s Sports Weekly is created, produced, edited, and hosted by Carolyn Bryan and Danielle Bryan. Music is by the talented ⁠Melvin Alexander Black. 

The Women’s Pro Baseball League just dropped its first four teams in LA, San Francisco, Boston, and New York. We’re equal parts A League of Their Own nostalgia and cautious optimism about its long-term game plan. The USWNT split friendlies with Portugal and faces New Zealand next. Will the young, fiery players continue to lead the way? We dive into the groundbreaking House v. NCAA settlement and unpack how direct pay for college athletes could reshape the future of women’s sports and whether it levels the playing field or widens the gap.If you rate Women’s Sports Weekly 5 stars, send a screenshot and you will receive a sticker!SUBSCRIBE TO WOMEN’S SPORTS WEEKLY YouTubeSpotifyApple Podcasts  FOLLOW WOMEN’S SPORTS WEEKLY ON SOCIALInstagramTikTokCONTACT WomensSportsWeeklyPod@gmail.com Women’s Sports Weekly is created, produced, edited, and hosted by Carolyn Bryan and Danielle Bryan. Research by Madeline Schallmoser. Music is by the talented ⁠Melvin Alexander Black.  

Christen Press is hanging up her cleats and with her, a generation of trailblazers who fought for equal pay and better player conditions. So who’s next to carry the torch? As the NWSL playoff picture comes into focus, seven teams have punched their tickets. Will Racing Louisville or the North Carolina Courage grab that final coveted spot? Plus, NCAA Volleyball is serving up serious heat this season. We’re breaking down the top teams, star players, and the incredible rise of the sport.If you rate Women’s Sports Weekly 5 stars, send a screenshot and you will receive a sticker!SUBSCRIBE TO WOMEN’S SPORTS WEEKLY YouTubeSpotifyApple Podcasts  FOLLOW WOMEN’S SPORTS WEEKLY ON SOCIALInstagramTikTokCONTACT WomensSportsWeeklyPod@gmail.com Women’s Sports Weekly is created, produced, edited, and hosted by Carolyn Bryan and Danielle Bryan. Research by Madeline Schallmoser. Music is by the talented ⁠Melvin Alexander Black. 

The Las Vegas Aces are your 2025 WNBA Champs…again! The dynasty is official. The Aces swept the Phoenix Mercury to snag their third WNBA title in four years. A’ja Wilson proved, once again, why she’s the league’s MVP with clutch shots, 30-point games, and pure dominance. We’re reliving all the best moments from locker room champagne showers to press conference gems and handing out our own end-of-season awards including Best Dressed, Best Friends, and “Most Likely to Survive the Zombie Apocalypse.” Then we shift gears to the track and field. Athlos NYC brought elite competition, huge prize purses, and serious speed. Tune in for hot takes, highlights, and laughs.If you rate Women’s Sports Weekly 5 stars, send a screenshot and you will receive a sticker!SUBSCRIBE TO WOMEN’S SPORTS WEEKLY YouTubeSpotifyApple Podcasts  FOLLOW WOMEN’S SPORTS WEEKLY ON SOCIALInstagramTikTokCONTACTWomensSportsWeeklyPod@gmail.com Women’s Sports Weekly is created, produced, edited, and hosted by Carolyn Bryan and Danielle Bryan. Music is by the talented ⁠Melvin Alexander Black. 

The Washington Spirit stays unbeaten in the most dramatic way possible, an 8th-minute stoppage-time goal to stun the San Diego Wave and continue their unbeaten streak. The WNBA drama continues. Commissioner Cathy Engelbert delivers a PR clinic in deflection. The Aces dominate the Finals, and bench heroes Dana Evans and Jewell Loyd steal Game 1 before A’ja Wilson and Jackie Young go off in Game 2. We deep dive into the W’s officiating problem from the G League pipeline to pay gaps and what it will take to truly protect player safety.If you rate Women’s Sports Weekly 5 stars, send a screenshot and you will receive a sticker!SUBSCRIBE TO WOMEN’S SPORTS WEEKLY YouTubeSpotifyApple Podcasts  FOLLOW WOMEN’S SPORTS WEEKLY ON SOCIALInstagramTikTokCONTACT WomensSportsWeeklyPod@gmail.com Women’s Sports Weekly is created, produced, edited, and hosted by Carolyn Bryan and Danielle Bryan. Research by Madeline Schallmoser. Music is by the talented ⁠Melvin Alexander Black.