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We Need To Talk NOW
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CBS Sports' groundbreaking women-focused brand We Need To Talk is launching a podcast. Get your weekly sports and culture fix with Ashley Nicole Moss and Alicia Jay. They will cover the top news in sports, with an emphasis on female athletes and women making waves across the industry.
125 Episodes
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The WNBA Playoffs CONTINUE to DELIVER on vibes!! Alicia Jay and Ashley Nicole Moss talk about the first two games of the semifinals, why women coaches in the WNBA deserve BETTER + much more.
(0:00) Intro
(1:18) Indiana Fever NEED Aliyah Boston to step up
(10:20) Why playoff basketball is MORE PHYSICAL
(15:52) The Phoenix Mercury should be feeling good right now (Minnesota not so much)
(23:52) There are now NO Black woman head coaches in the WNBA
(35:44) Kara Lawson to coach Team USA while we move into the LA Sparks' new practice facility
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The WNBA Semifinals are SET and Alicia Jay, Ashley Nicole Moss and Erica Ayala are previewing BOTH matchups + breaking down the 'Co' Defender of the Year awards.
(0:00) Intro
(1:00) First Round Takeaways: Dominique Malonga is a future STAR
(10:16) Las Vegas Aces vs. Indiana Fever: Kelsey Mitchell DESERVES this
(21:10) Minnesota Lynx vs. Phoenix Mercury: Can anyone stop the Lynx?
(27:40) Cheryl Reeve and Becky Hammon are getting SPICY over Defender of the Year
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Which teams look the BEST after Game 1? And what about Breanna Stewart's injury? Alicia Jay, Ashley Nicole Moss and Erica Ayala break it all down PLUS which team they think could force a Game 3.
(0:00) Intro
(1:50) WNBA Awards Update: Paige Bueckers named Rookie of the Year
(12:10) The New York Liberty sneak one out in Game 1
(18:48) Should the WNBA move to a playoffs model similar to the NBA?
(24:30) First Game Takeaways: What Could Have Been for the Indiana Fever
(28:00) Which teams we think could force a Game 3
(34:36) Injury concerns around Breanna Stewart
(45:29) Las Vegas, Minnesota appear to be on collision course for WNBA Finals
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A'ja Wilson joins Alicia Jay to talk about the Aces' win streak, watching legends like Maya Moore get inducted into the Hall of Fame, inspiring the next generation of WNBA talent and MORE.
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The WNBA playoffs are HERE and Alicia Jay and Erica Ayala are previewing EACH of the four first-round matchups. PLUS they give their picks for WNBA Awards and give an update on the CBA negotiations.
(0:00) Intro
(1:01) Minnesota Lynx vs. Golden State Valkyries: A Lynx Sweep?
(8:58) Las Vegas Aces vs. Seattle Storm: Jewell Loyd Takes on Former Team
(15:12) Atlanta Dream vs. Indiana Fever: A Dream Season For One, But Not For All
(19:47) Phoenix Mercury vs. New York Liberty: Can the Mercury Move Past Sandy Brondello?
(28:07) WNBA Awards PICKS: Veronica Burton, Paige Bueckers and MORE
(43:26) WNBA CBA Update: Can a Deal Get Done Before the Deadline?
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Is there any path forward between Angel Reese and the Chicago Sky? Alicia Jay and Erica Ayala dive into potential trade rumors around the Sky star, what to look for on the FINAL day of the WNBA regular season and MORE.
(0:00) Intro
(1:40) Is the Sky falling in Chicago?
(8:30) Unrivaled's stock is RISING
(10:24) Why we NEED Seattle vs. Minnesota in the first round of the WNBA playoffs
(20:56) Our Guarantee: THIS surprise team is going to shock everyone to win the WNBA title
(29:27) Breaking down the MVP debate
(38:23) Maya Moore recreated Michael Jordan photo ahead of Hall of Fame induction ... and it's EVEN MORE ICONIC!!!
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Gabby Williams joins Alicia Jay to discuss the Seattle Storm's season, her Defender of the Year campaign, WNBA CBA negotiations and more.
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What does the Caitlin Clark injury mean for Indiana? And what about the uptick in injuries as a whole for the WNBA? All that plus Alicia Jay and Erica Ayala discuss Golden State being BOOTED for their INAUGURAL playoffs game and why it's not fair to the players.
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Was Angel Reese WRONG about what she said about the Chicago Sky? Alicia Jay, Ashley Nicole Moss and Terrika Foster-Brasby break it down while getting into some of their favorite storylines of this WNBA season, the US Open and MORE.
(0:00) Intro
(0:54) Angel Reese issues apology to teammates but NOT Chicago Sky organization
(9:07) Playoffs & Predictions: Breaking down the FINAL week of the WNBA regular season
(20:44) Give Tina Charles her flowers!!!
(31:20) Naomi Osaka's US Open run is one to remember + Taylor Townsend stood on BUSINESS
(38:25) We Need To Talk About ... Pumpkin Spice Lattes
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Could the Aces once again be WNBA title contenders? Alicia Jay and Ashley Nicole Moss are joined by Erica Ayala to break it all down PLUS talk a little US Open, NWSL and MORE.
(0:00) Intro: Thanks for 100k!!!
(3:51) Vibe Check: The Las Vegas Aces are Alright (and were we WRONG?)
(18:20) Is Naomi Osaka BACK after Coco Gauff win?
(27:45) Cynthia Cooper connects us with her gamechangers
(47:46) We Need To Talk About ... Melon Balls and the Utah Royal's KK Ream
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WNBA legend Cynthia Cooper stops by the pod to talk about ALL THINGS WNBA, including Paige Bueckers' rookie season, whether she wants to see Caitlin Clark back this season PLUS what player inspired her in HER career.
(0:00) Intro
(1:50) On A'ja Wilson's greatness, Paige Bueckers' career + more
(6:27) Making the decision to play in the WNBA and making an impact as a rookie
(13:50) On Cheryl Miller deserving a statue at USC, who she thinks should next receive a statue in the WNBA
(22:16) Cynthia Cooper's advice for Caitlin Clark in injury-ridden season
(26:50) The importance of inspiring and encouraging the next generation
(31:40) How Cheryl Miller, A'ja Wilson and Angel Reese have inspired Cynthia Cooper
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Does everyone TRULY watch women's sports? Caitlin Clark's INFLUENCE on the WNBA is undeniable, while A'ja Wilson's continues to grow and women's sports is on the way UP. Alicia Jay and Ashley Nicole Moss are joined by Erica Ayala on this week's episode to talk ALL THINGS WNBA, US Open and MORE.
(0:00) Intro
(0:57) A'ja Wilson has INFLUENCE + Caitlin Clark reveals signature logo
(12:11) 2-minute drill: WNBA Awards, Venus Williams and making a case for Alyssa Thomas for MVP
(22:55) From Althea Gibson to the NWSL, women are making HISTORY
(32:00) Connecticut Sun sale: Should there be concerns around WNBA expansion?
(36:05) Taylor Townsend sends Jelena Ostapenko PACKING but not without some DRAMA
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Paige Bueckers is proving she is HER. Plus, who should be the NEXT WNBA player to get a statue after Sue Bird, and should the Indiana Fever bring Caitlin Clark back this season? @ItsAshleyNicoleMoss is joined by Erica Ayala to break it down.
(0:00) Intro
(1:29) Paige Bueckers is a BUCKET for Dallas (plus STOP pitting her and Caitlin Clark against each other)
(9:41) Why Sue Bird was the RIGHT choice for the WNBA's first statue
(17:47) Should a league MVP be determined by a team’s play?
(24:05) The Indiana Fever's injury bug woes worsen
(30:32) NFL teams under fire for male cheerleaders ... and everyone needs to CHILL OUT
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Should the Indiana Fever bring Caitlin Clark back this season? And who are the frontrunners for Coach of the Year and Most Improved Player? Alicia Jay is joined by Erica Ayala and Terrika Foster Brasby to break it all down.
(0:00) Intro
(1:00) Caitlin Clark shouldn't rush back...but she should return
(11:10) 2-Minute Drill: Karl Smesko for COY + Paige Bueckers UNANIMOUS ROY?
(21:00) A'ja Wilson is ALREADY one of the WNBA's GOATs
(26:20) Is Napheesa Collier STILL the frontrunner for WNBA MVP?
(31:56) Where do Chicago, Connecticut go from here?
(37:59) New York Liberty vs. Minnesota Lynx: WNBA Game Preview
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Should the Indiana Fever have made a move at the trade deadline? And did Seattle put themselves back into the title conversation with theirs? What about Golden State's lack of action? Alicia Jay and Erica Ayala break it down.
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Former Team USA pitcher and softball legend Jennie Finch joins WNTT Now to talk about the 7th iteration of the Jennie Finch Empowerment Award, her partnership with Arm & Hammer, the growth of women's sports and MORE.
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Napheesa Collier is out at least two weeks and that has us wondering WHY she was in the game with the Lynx up 43 points. Plus, could the Connecticut Sun REALLY move to Boston? Alicia Jay and Ashley Nicole Moss discuss all of that and more on this week's episode.
(0:00) Intro
(2:20) DiJonai Carrington is on the move + Napheesa Collier joins growing WNBA injury list
(14:45) Women athletes face a DOUBLE STANDARD when they lose
(24:08) Are the Connecticut Sun MOVING to Boston???
(35:40) Why Atlanta's Naz Hillmon should be Most Improved Player
(40:11) 'It's her normal:' Jennie Finch talks the growth of women's sports
(54:35) Trinity Rodman is BACK!!!
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Is this the MOST injury-ridden season in WNBA history? And is it fair or foul that DeWanna Bonner was BOOED in her return to Indiana? Alicia Jay and Erica Ayala break it all down plus much more in our latest episode.
0:00 Intro
02:25 New York Liberty add Emma Meesseman, Cameron Brink returns
09:26 Could Arike Ogunbowale be TRADED? Three players to watch ahead of the WNBA trade deadline
19:48 The MOST underrated player in the WNBA this season is...
26:58 Caitlin Clark, Breanna Stewart: injuries pile up in the WNBA
35:44 Fair or Foul: Candace Parker has THOUGHTS about WNBA All-Star t-shirts + DeWanna Bonner booed in Fever return
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Alicia Jay and Ashley Nicole Moss recap the first half of the WNBA season and look ahead to the second half. They hand out midseason awards and make bold predictions for the second half of the season.
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