The GIST of It Podcast 
Female athletes in the fight: Wisconsin’s lack of privacy, Rekabi’s freedom & F1 representation
Today on The GIST of It, co-hosts Ellen Hyslop and Steph Rotz dive into the “sensitive” photos that were leaked of University of Wisconsin volleyball players last week. The images, which were taken from the team’s locker room, were captured and distributed without their consent.
Then the gals discuss the latest news about Iranian sport climber Elnaz Rekabi, who competed without a hijab earlier this month and is reportedly now on house arrest. Both her freedom and safety remain in question.
Then, after the break, El and Steph detail the latest news from Formula One. The racing body is reportedly launching a female feeder series as early as next year, and the gals talk through the details we know so far, along with the potential impact on the W Series and female drivers in general.
NBA season preview: Everything you need to know before tip-off
On today’s episode of The GIST of It, co-hosts Ellen Hyslop and Steph Rotz detail everything you need to know before the new NBA season hits the court tonight. First, the gals explain how the path to the championship is set up, along with all the offseason moves and trade drama.
Then, El and Steph break down the 2022–23 contenders and dark horses, plus a couple players we can’t wait to see on the boards. It’s hoops heaven on today’s pod!
After a full week away, co-hosts Ellen Hyslop and Steph Rotz are back. In today’s episode of The GIST of It, the gals dig into the unfortunate news that, in an effort to save next year’s season, the last three races of the W Series have been canceled due to funding issues.
Then, it’s yet another dive into hockey’s toxic culture, with updates on Hockey Canada’s ongoing saga and, from the NHL, some truly horrendous news involving Tampa Bay Lightning defenseman Ian Cole.*
To wrap things up, El and Steph discuss the latest fallout from U.S. Soccer’s investigation into the NWSL, before quickly previewing the league’s playoffs, which hit the pitch this weekend.
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*Today’s episode includes mention of sexual assault. Please take care while listening.
