Fudd Around And Find Out

Azzi, Ashanti, and Jose are back together for a packed episode as Azzi enters her final week at UConn and prepares for the WNBA Draft. From packing up her life in Storrs to saying goodbye to teammates, routines, and the “cottage,” Azzi opens up about how fast everything is moving — and how little time there is to fully take it all in. They reflect on the end of the season, the emotions that come with playing your last college game, and the overwhelming support from family and friends that helped put everything in perspective. Azzi also shares what the transition to the pros really looks like — from draft night to immediately reporting to a new team just days later.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

With Azzi away tearing it up in the tournament, Ashanti is joined by two special guests — Azzi’s mom Katie Fudd and basketball legend Jennifer Azzi — for a conversation that connects generations of the game. They get into the story behind Azzi’s name, how Katie’s experience as a player shaped the way she raised and coached her, and what it’s been like watching Azzi grow into her own career. The episode also dives into parenting athletes, building discipline over time, and what it really takes to develop at a high level — from early habits to staying consistent when progress isn’t immediate. Jennifer shares her perspective on the evolution of the game, her own journey from Tennessee to Stanford, and what she sees in Azzi’s game today.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

With Azzi locked into March and away from the pod, Ashanti is joined by Azzi’s brother Jose for a conversation that brings a deeper look into the Fudd family story. Jose opens up about his journey through foster care, finding his place within the family, and growing up around basketball alongside Azzi — from being in the gym as a kid to playing through high school and college. He reflects on what it’s been like watching Azzi’s rise, the role he’s played behind the scenes, and how their bond has evolved over time. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Azzi and Ashanti break down Azzi’s March takeover — from major brand deals and national campaigns to her jaw-dropping SELF magazine cover drop — and what it’s been like balancing everything off the court while staying locked in on the season. They react to her latest covers, talk through how she chooses partnerships, and share why showing different sides of her identity matters. The conversation also touches on the upcoming Imperfectly Perfect docuseries, what it meant to spotlight her family, and why that story feels so personal to her. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Azzi and Ashanti recap UConn’s Big East Tournament win and what it feels like heading into March Madness. They talk about Azzi’s mom being honored by the Big East, the energy at Mohegan Sun, and Ashanti’s unforgettable mechanical bull moment with Azzi’s family. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On this week's episode of Game Recognize Game, Stewie and Myles are joined by Stewie’s Mist teammate and Unrivaled champion Allisha Gray. They talk about why Allisha skipped the championship party, what she plans to do with her prize money, and what it was like playing under Stewie’s leadership with the Mist. The conversation dives into the fierce rivalry between UConn and South Carolina including a debate about who would win if Stewie’s legendary 2016 UConn squad faced Allisha’s 2017 South Carolina team. The trio even makes a bold bet on how this season will play out. They also talk about Allisha’s growing love for golf, her close relationship with her family, and the tough lessons she’s learned along the way as a true hooper.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On this very special FAFO episode, Azzi reveals the new family she’s joining and why Jordan Brand was the right fit to Fudd Around and Find Out. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Azzi and Ashanti welcome UCONN freshman Kelis Fisher to the pod for an episode that covers everything from senior night emotions to how their friendship really started. Kelis talks about growing up in Baltimore, choosing UCONN as her dream school, and what it was like going from being a fan of Azzi to becoming one of her closest teammates. The two share stories about how their relationship developed, from workouts and movie nights to roller skating and everyday life together. Kelis also opens up about her competitive mindset, learning basketball through NBA 2K, and the impact of ballet and track on her game. The conversation touches on bench celebrations, team traditions, favorite food spots, and the moments that made senior night hit harder than expected.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

It’s a crossover episode as Fudd Around and Find Out links up with Game Recognize Game for a full collab with Breanna Stewart and Myles Turner. The group gets into what “game recognize game” really means, Azzi’s mindset heading into the final stretch of her college career, and what it feels like to win — and repeat — at the highest level. Stewie shares classic Geno and CD stories from her UConn days (including getting sent to run the Gampel stairs mid-practice), plus advice for navigating March and the transition to the pros. Ashanti talks about moving from playing to broadcasting and why telling women’s basketball stories still matters. Myles breaks down life after a decade in Indiana, why community matters when you get drafted, and how fashion and LEGO became part of his identity off the court.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Azzi and Ashanti sit down with two-time Olympic gold medalist, WNBA All-Star, and Unrivaled co-founder Napheesa Collier for an episode that covers everything from Valentine’s Day takes to the future of women’s basketball. Phee talks about the evolution of WNBA All-Star Weekend, what makes Unrivaled different, and how the one-on-one tournament came to life. She shares what it’s really like competing in that format, the recovery between games, and how it feels to watch this season from a different perspective. The conversation also dives into Olympic memories, favorite events to watch, and what sport she’d compete in if it wasn’t basketball.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Azzi and Ashanti check in with a midseason episode that covers big moments in women’s basketball and where things stand right now at UConn. Ashanti recaps being in Philly for Unrivaled and seeing record-breaking attendance, while both reflect on what it says about the growth of the game. They talk through the Tennessee win, settling into February basketball, and what it looks like to stay steady through slumps, tight games, and heavy schedules. Azzi shares how she’s thinking about preparation and recovery at this point in the season, along with shoutouts to teammates who’ve stepped up in big ways.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Azzi and Ashanti are joined by Amy Errett, founder and CEO of Madison Reed and a proud UCONN alum, for a conversation about basketball, business, and real life. Amy talks about building Madison Reed from the ground up, what she learned along the way, and the leadership habits that still guide her today. She shares how she approaches decision-making, why resilience matters more than perfection, and the one question she always asks when hiring. The trio also gets into NIL, what authentic partnerships with athletes should actually look like, and why investing in women’s sports matters.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week, Azzi and Ashanti sit down with Sarah Strong and cover a lot of ground — from growing up in Spain and moving to the U.S. to finding her way to UConn. Sarah talks about what it was like growing up around the game, learning two languages, and how those early years shaped how she sees basketball now. Later, both Azzi and Sarah's mom's jump in for a fun round of trivia that brings out family stories, first memories, and a few surprises. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Azzi and Ashanti kick off the new year with a solo check-in, talking about how they spent the holidays and what it looks like to reset even when the season keeps moving. They get into New Year’s superstitions, goals they’re setting for themselves, and what they want to carry into the rest of the year. They also talk about where the team is right now, and what Azzi is working on both on and off the court. This week also includes the show's first ever fan submitted "What the Fudd of the Week" segment which covers some questionable church attire. Be sure to wear your Sunday best! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

WNBA superstar and Unrivaled co-founder Breanna Stewart joins Sarah to discuss what she learned from Unrivaled’s inaugural season, her goals for season two, how the 3-on-3 league has played a role in setting a new standard for player experience and pay, and her best prediction for when the WNBA CBA negotiations will finally get done. Plus, a trip to the world’s most famous arena, a roster drop of the young and unattached, and a new segment in the lead-up to the Milan-Cortina Games: the Friday Fatto Figo!   SHOW NOTES:  Read David Berri’s story for Winsidr here The latest USWNT roster is here and tickets for the team’s friendlies against Paraguay and Chile are here  Get your tickets for the New York Sirens’ Madison Square Garden game here The Unrivaled schedule can be found here  The NCAA basketball schedule can be found here   The NCAA hockey schedule can be found here  The PWHL schedule can be found here  The LOVB schedule can be found here The full U.S. Figure Skating Championships 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 TikTok: @Spain.Sarah Instagram: @Spain2323 Follow producer Alex Azzi! Bluesky: @byalexazzi.bsky.social Instagram: @AzziArtwork See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Azzi and Ashanti are joined by Malika Andrews to talk about reading, learning, and how books have played a role in her life and career. Malika shares what she’s been reading, how she chooses books, and why making time to read matters to her. The trio also cover Malika’s path into sports media, how she’s navigated different stages of her career, and what she’s learned along the way. They discuss representation in sports media, handling feedback online, and how Malika thinks about growth both on and off the job.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Fudd Around team is on break this week, so check this out! On this episode of Full Circle, WNBA player Lexie Brown and Mariah Rose of "Hoops for Hotties" are joined by ESPN basketball analyst Andraya Carter. The three dive into Lexie and Andraya’s childhood friendship and Andraya’s basketball career. They also discuss Andraya’s career ending injuries at Tennessee, the Big Three, and her transition to sports broadcasting. Happy Holidays and we'll see you next week!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Azzi and Ashanti are joined by Stefanie Dolson for a real conversation about basketball, growth, and everything that comes with a long career. Stef looks back on her time at UConn, what it was like being part of championship teams, and how those years shaped her confidence once she got to the pros. She talks about adjusting to different roles in the WNBA, staying ready even when your name isn’t always called, and learning how to lead in ways that don’t always show up on the stat sheet. Along the way, she shares stories from her career, lessons she’s picked up over time, and the things she wishes she understood earlier.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Azzi and Ashanti are back for a long-overdue solo catch-up, the kind that feels like hanging out with them between classes. They swap Thanksgiving stories—Azzi trying sweet-potato pie for the first time, Ashanti’s family traditions, and how the Huskies spend the holiday together.  Azzi talks about juggling finals with an undefeated season, what practice has been teaching her lately, and prepping for her upcoming Madison Reed internship. They also revisit the viral “Azzi pushed that girl” moment and give their side of the story. Then the two go head-to-head in a FAFO trivia game that puts both of their UConn basketball knowledge to the test, with results they definitely didn’t expect.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Azzi and Ashanti open up the inbox for a full FAFO AMA, and the questions take them in every direction possible. They talk fashion musts and misses, tall-girl shopping hacks, thrifting wins, and the team fits that should probably never return. The two get into confidence, routines, leadership, and how they reset when basketball feels heavy — along with some very specific food opinions neither of them are willing to back down from. They also answer who on the team they’d build around, which teammates they’d trust in a crisis, the real story behind CD’s team-building games, and whether aliens have already made contact (and if they’re on the New York subway). Plus, UConn superlatives, dream life chapters, and a rapid-fire round that calls out more than a few teammates’ habits.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.