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Laughter Permitted with Julie Foudy is a fun, thoughtful, candid conversation with trailblazers in women’s sports and beyond about the joy and chaos of life.
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In a special NWSL-themed episode of Laughter Permitted, World Cup champion and 3-time NWSL champion Sam Mewis returns to the podcast to discuss and give her pick for the 2024 NWSL Championship between the Orlando Pride and Washington Spirit. Plus, we find out her reaction to the news that she's going to be an aunt, what the journey has been like at the helm of The Women's Game and what it’s like being part of a movement of athletes covering women’s soccer and sports.
Dope Village! Do you have a question, comment or deep thought for Julie and Lynn? Email them at laughterpermitted@gmail.com.
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Legendary University of Oklahoma softball coach Patty Gasso joins Laughter Permitted to talk about winning four straight national championships (and eight total), how culture is crucial in her program and what she enjoys most about coaching. Coach Gasso also shares how she had to step out of her comfort zone to become the highest paid coach in college softball and the significance of her salary in elevating the sport of softball. In Most Pressing Questions, Lynn correctly theorizes that Coach Gasso loves reality TV and even correctly picks which show she likes. In Questions Permitted, Julie and Lynn talk over nuance when it comes to the "cheese or ice cream" debate of all debates.
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Paralympic superstars Scout Bassett and Alana Nichols join Laughter Permitted to celebrate the 50th anniversary of the Women's Sports Foundation and talk about their experiences serving as president of the Women's Sports Foundation, how sports came into their lives and their leadership styles. Plus, Scout, Alana and Julie share what they'd like to see for the future of women's sports. In the close of the show, Julie shares Lynn's favorite Billie Jean King story.
Do you have a question, comment or deep thought for Julie and Lynn? Email them at laughterpermitted@gmail.com
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Two-time Olympic gold medalist and water polo superstar Ashleigh Johnson joins Laughter Permitted to talk about how she was introduced to the sport of water polo, how she remains the only Black woman to compete for the U.S. in water polo at the Olympic level and how she hopes to be an example of what’s possible in the sport and beyond. She also shares her perspective of the U.S. women’s water polo team finishing fourth at the 2024 Paris Games and how she’s embracing saying, “Yes,” to new opportunities post-Olympics (which includes Fashion Week in New York City, hanging with Taylor Swift at the VMAs and more!). Plus, Ashleigh, who is considered the best goalkeeper in the world, dives into how her main goal is to simply “get the ball,” which propels her to limits even she can’t imagine.
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Olympic gold medalist and Portland Thorns star Sam Coffey joins Laughter Permitted to talk about the experience of winning a gold medal at the 2024 Paris Olympics, what it was like being led by USWNT head coach Emma Hayes and how the joy was real during her Olympic journey. Plus, Sam shares how she dealt with the disappointment of not making the World Cup roster in 2023 and what it was like when, a year later, she found out she’d made the Olympic team. Sam also delves into how she is intentional about living in the present moment and why she plays with her jersey tucked in.
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Olympic beach volleyball pair Taryn Kloth and Kristen Nuss join Laughter Permitted to talk about what it was like competing at the 2024 Paris Games (from a rain-soaked Opening Ceremonies to playing in front of LeBron James), how they joined forces at LSU and the unique way they solidified their playing partnership through creating a brand and business called “TKN.” Hear the story of how Julie was in the stands during an epic match that Taryn and Kristen played in a lightning storm under the Eiffel Tower (LeBron has a role in the saga). Plus, find out how Taryn and Kristen continue to work on their communication, and learn which one of them is more likely to make a complete stop at a stop sign. In Questions Permitted, Julie offers a listener advice on the college recruiting process.
Have a question for comment for Julie and Lynn? Email them at laughterpermitted@gmail.com.
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Paralympic silver medalist Sarah Adam joins Laughter Permitted to talk about her experience of competing in wheelchair rugby at the 2024 Paris Paralympics, what it was like being the first woman on the U.S. wheelchair rugby team and how the sport came into her life. Sarah also shares how her identity as an athlete helped her cope with a multiple sclerosis diagnosis at the age of 25, how she embraced adaptive sports and how she views her role as a professor of occupational therapy. Plus, the Lynn Game has a unique tiebreak, and Sarah tells the hilarious story of her close call with smack talking. In the close, a listener suggests Julie try a new flavor of ice cream.
Email Julie and Lynn at laughterpermitted@gmail.com. They welcome questions, deep thoughts and jokes.
Producer’s Note: The Lynn Game is now three questions. The stakes have been raised!
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Laughter Permitted is back! Julie and Lynn share highlights of Season 11 and hand out some Dopie Awards.
Do you have question you'd like to get answered during Questions Permitted or a general comment to share with the hosts? Email Julie and Lynn at laughterpermitted@gmail.com. They also take jokes.
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In the final installment of the Laughter Permitted Olympics series, Julie blasts a Zoom link on the 99ers text thread after the U.S. wins gold at the Paris Games and Mia Hamm, Kristine Lilly, Cindy Parlow Cone, Brandi Chastain, Michelle Akers, Joy Fawcett, Sara Whalen Hess, Saskia Weber, Shannon MacMillan and Tish Venturni Hoch join the podcast to celebrate the victory together. Mia shares what it was like being at the game, Cindy calls in from a bus headed to the team’s party and Akers wants to suit up for Emma Hayes. Plus, Brandi joins the Zoom party a little late and then Julie's off to the postgame party to meet up with Mia and Cindy and hopefully karaoke.
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Two-time Olympic gold medalist Brandi Chastain and Julie dive into breaking down the USWNT’s 1-0 win over Germany, preview the gold medal game against Brazil and give their predictions for the final. Plus, Brandi has a nickname idea for the U.S.’s front three and Lynn gives her hot takes. Questions Permitted and Olympics Buzz are all about the fun, including ping pong, trampoline, Brandi's backyard Olympics, chocolate muffins in the Olympic Village and how Brandi and Julie once fought crime together.
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After the USWNT's hard-fought 1-0 win over Japan, two-time Olympic gold medalist Briana Scurry and Julie talk about how a tough game is part of the process in a tournament like the Olympics, how winning has a way of making everyone forget about the difficult moments and Bri shares what she would say to the USWNT before its upcoming semifinal game. In Olympics Buzz, Julie tells the story of how she made it to Eiffel Tower Stadium to cheer on the U.S. beach volleyball team of Kristen Nuss and Taryn Kloth, and Lynn has stats on how the U.S. women are dominating at the Paris Games.
Do you have an Olympics questions? Email it to Julie and Lynn at laughterpermitted@gmail.com.
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Three-time Olympic gold medalist Shannon Boxx and Julie discuss what they like about the USWNT's start at the Olympics and give a full breakdown of the quarterfinals. As debate wages over a nickname for the frontline of Mallory Swanson, Sophia Smith and Trinity Rodman, Lynn weighs in with what she considers to be the answer. Plus, the Canadian spying scandal continues to unfold. In Olympics Buzz, talk turns to the U.S. rugby team winning bronze, U.S. gymnastics taking gold and how U.S. basketball looks strong.
Have an Olympics questions? Send it to Julie and Lynn at laughterpermitted@gmail.com
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In a Dope Village/ Pod Squad crossover episode, two-time Olympic gold medalist Abby Wambach and The Soccer expert Glennon Doyle join Laughter Permitted to discuss what they're loving about the USWNT's 4-1 win over Germany in the Olympics. Abby and Julie like the tactics and tenacity while Glennon praises the steadiness of new head coach Emma Hayes, who she'd follow out of a burning building. In Olympics Buzz, talk turns to Celine Dion, the U.S. beach volleyball team of Kristen Nuss and Taryn Kloth and how Simone Biles is everything.
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With the Paris Games officially underway, three-time Olympic gold medalist Heather O'Reilly - a.k.a. HAO! - joins Laughter Permitted to talk all things Olympics, including winning gold with Julie at the 2004 Athens Games. Heather and Julie have a lively discussion about Team Canada's use of a drone to spy on opponents - yikes! - and then they dive into analysis of the USWNT's 3-0 win over Zambia. Plus, find out what Heather is manifesting these Olympics.
Producer's Note: This episode was recorded before news broke of Canada women's national soccer team head coach Bev Priestman being removed from the Canadian Olympic team.
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With the 2024 Paris Summer Olympics about to get underway, Julie - live from France! - and Lynn talk about the storylines of the Games, including Simone Biles, Katie Ledecky, U.S. women’s basketball and U.S. women's soccer. Plus, they share the game plan for their Laughter Permitted "Olympics-style" episodes.
Have an Olympics-themed question? Email Julie and Lynn at laughterpermitted@gmail.com.
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Tonight we’re gonna party like it’s 1999! It’s officially 25 years since the U.S. women’s national team won the 1999 World Cup in front of a sold-out Rose Bowl and TV audience of 40 million people. That team, affectionately known as The 99ers, has a legacy that’s endured and two of its stars, Kristine Lilly and Tisha Venturini, join Laughter Permitted to talk all about how the team balanced competitiveness with having fun. Kristine, Tisha and Julie share stories of intense practices (and how teammates still hung out afterwards), how laughing became a way to alleviate the pressure of the World Cup (insert Julie here) and how the bench (led by Tisha) was key in creating team chemistry. Listen in to learn even more about the secret sauce of The 99ers.
Check out:
Episode 100: The 99ers
Episode 132: Brandi Chastain and Tiffany Sahaydak
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Celebrate good times, come on! To honor the 25th anniversary of the U.S. women’s national team's 1999 World Cup win, legends Brandi Chastain and Tiffany Roberts Sahaydak join Laughter Permitted to talk about what makes up a 99er, the keys to why the 1999 team was so successful and how the legacy of The 99ers continues today. Brandi, TIffany and Julie share how humility started at the top, teammates were embraced for being themselves and that competitiveness and fun went together. Get ready for laughs, thoughtfulness - a quick bathroom break - and insights into the team that changed the landscape of sports forever.
P.S. - There’s a prank, too.
Check out:
Episode 100: The 99ers
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In a live recording of Laughter Permitted at the espnW Summit NYC, college basketball players Azzi Fudd of UConn, Hannah Hidalgo of Notre Dame and Tessa Johnson of South Carolina join the podcast to talk about their hoops careers, who inspires them as players and what they've learned from their respective coaches. Be sure to stay tuned to the close of the episode for a special announcement about Laughter Permitted celebrating the 25th anniversary of the 99ers!
Email your "cheese or ice cream" thoughts to Juile and Lynn at laughterpermitted@gmail.com.
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Two-time WNBA champion and Olympic gold medalist Jewell Loyd joins Laughter Permitted to talk about how she has stepped out of her comfort zone to share her voice, lessons she learned playing with former teammates Sue Bird and Breanna Stewart and how pickleball has become a big part of her life. Jewell and Julie bond over their experiences of being humbled by grandmas on the pickleball court and Lynn offers a deep thought about the sport. Plus, Jewell shares what it's like being part of the U.S. Olympic women's basketball team and carrying on its legacy of winning. In the close of the show, Julie recalls a recent stress dream involving past and present USWNT players and both Julie and Lynn give book recommendations.
Send an email to Julie and Lynn at laughterpermitted@gmail.com. They'd love to hear from you!
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Notre Dame women's basketball head coach Niele Ivey joins Laughter Permitted to talk about her daily meditation practice, what it's like coaching in the era of NIL and the transfer portal and how she is building her program based on the principles of "love, serve and mentor." Niele also talks about the pride she has watching her son, Jaden, play in the NBA and the perspective she has having been an assistant coach with the Memphis Grizzlies. In the Lynn Game, Niele and Julie duke it out over who knows Tamika Catchings better (hazard alert: someone gets smoked) and find out in Most Pressing Questions why Niele dresses for success on the sidelines.
Producer's Note: Go Irish!
Be sure to send a comment, question or deep thought to Julie and Lynn at laughterpermitted@gmail.com.
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A good starting point for abuse in women's sports AYSO soccer
Tried this show out after hearing it spammed on Around the Horns podcast for atleast the last month. Won't be making that mistake again, this show blows.
Great Conversation... We will get there together!!!
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I laughed until I cried. More soccer players is always a good choice!
excellent podcasts and great for women sports. love its a mix of past and present soccer player to do interviews and it always makes me laugh
love this!
Congratulations on great first episode Julie. Looking forward to catching up with more!!
Surprisingly, my favorite episode so far. I listen for all things soccer (women's soccer) but what a gift to hear and be inspired by Tamika Catchings. Thank you!
Thank you BJK! Takeaways 1. I'm down to not work for a day and contribute to a pool for to offset the losses of our sisters that aren't on a salary. 2. Good Ol' Girls Network to supplant the boys. 3. Write on your mirror in Sharpie - I am good enough. 4. High - I'm not done yet
this podcast has been giving me lifeee
Who was kelleys cheers of the day?
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Love listening to these. Very interesting. They are filled with many good things to tell my daughters.
I have been lucky to hear Briana speak about concussions many years ago at the Illinois ODP in Rockford. What a great speaker on the issue.
I absolutely love this podcast, Im a pro athlete and I broke my back recently so this podcast has been a god send 🙏
"my village is dope" What an awesome podcast!!
Really enjoying your podcast. laughed outloud several times using headphones at the gym. Best ever..."she rich, she real rich"