Ep #294

FIFA Women’s World Cup quarter-final preview

August 10, 2023
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And then there were eight…

It’s quarter-final time at the 2023 FIFA Women’s World Cup, so you already know today’s episode of The GIST of It will cover everything you need to know about the matchups ahead. Plus, co-hosts Ellen Hyslop and Steph Rotz will chat through some of the bigger picture storylines emerging, namely the rise of equal play and the continued fight for equal pay.

While the gals keep it locked on footy, stay up-to-date on all of the hardwood happenings with The Pick Up, a WNBA podcast. Hosted by two comedians, it’s the perfect conversational pod for die-hard fans and casuals alike. Happy hoopin’ and happy listening.

Ep #293

Pac-ing up and moving out, an NCAA conference realignment breakdown

August 08, 2023
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A change is gonna come…

Buckle up, because today’s episode of The GIST of It is all about the wild Power Five conference moves shifting the NCAA landscape.

After last week’s bloody Friday that saw five more Pac-12 schools order moving boxes, co-hosts Ellen Hyslop and Steph Rotz are chatting through the long history of conference realignment, the current flood of moves, the many ramifications, and the many, many questions still lingering.

Are we heading for the NCAA’s super-conference era? Tune in to find out.

Ep #292

World Cup knockouts preview + what’s wrong with the USWNT?

August 03, 2023
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It’s must-win time!

The FIFA Women’s World Cup (WWC) knockout round is nearly upon us. On today’s episode of The GIST of It, co-host Ellen Hyslop and guest host Dee Lab have your complete guide to last 16, chatting through the biggest storylines including the GOATs that have sadly been eliminated, the underdogs surprising us all, and, of course, what the hell is happening with the USWNT. Thanks for kicking it with us.

And a big thank you to BMO for supporting today’s episode! Dubbed the Bank of Soccer, BMO’s been investing in the beautiful game for years, all the way from the grassroots to the pros. Check out their efforts by visiting BMO.com. Golazos all around.