We fly high: WNBA All-Star weekend recap and second half preview
Hoops fans, rejoice. On today’s episode of The GIST of It, co-hosts Ellen Hyslop and Steph Rotz are discussing El’s whirlwind trip to WNBA All-Star weekend in Chicago. You won’t want to miss these behind-the-scenes stories, plus the biggest takeaways from a newsworthy weekend for the league.
And stick around after the break as El and Steph look ahead to what’s sure to be a thrilling race for the playoffs before the second half of the W season starts today. Truly ballin’
One up, one down: Wimbledon’s restrictive dress code and celebratory hockey news
Move aside, fashion police. On today’s episode of The GIST of It, co-hosts Ellen Hyslop and Steph Rotz are discussing Wimbledon’s all-white dress code as well as the rampant misogyny so often intertwined with uniform requirements and restrictions in sports.
Then after the break, no it’s not April Fools…El and Steph have positive news from the world of hockey (!!!) with not one, but two barrier-breaking hires over the weekend. Love to see it.
Everything you need to know about the CONCACAF W Championship & Women’s Euro
Hope you’re ready for a footy fiesta because today’s episode of The GIST of It is all about two major upcoming women’s soccer events — the CONCACAF W Championship (featuring the USWNT and CanWNT) and the Women’s Euro. Co-hosts Ellen Hyslop and Steph Rotz will breakdown everything you need to know before these BFD tournaments kick off next week.
Then after the break, El and Steph detail an important update to the ongoing story of Hockey Canada’s (mis)handling of sexual assault allegations.* Thanks for tuning in.
*Content warning: Today’s episode does include mention of sexual assault. Please take care while listening.