Fudd Around And Find Out – “Big Canada Energy w/ Serah Williams”

Podcast: Fudd Around And Find Out
Episode: Big Canada Energy w/ Serah Williams
Date: October 10, 2025
Host: Azzi Fudd, with co-host Ashanti Plummer
Featured Guest: Sarah Williams (UConn Basketball Player)

Episode Overview

In this lively and candid episode, Azzi Fudd and Ashanti Plummer welcome UConn transfer and teammate Sarah Williams, a rising star in college basketball known for her versatility and infectious humor. The trio dives into Sarah’s unique journey from Brooklyn to Toronto, Wisconsin, and now Connecticut, her Nigerian roots, her faith, and the unfiltered realities of college athlete life—from transfer decisions and campus culture to TikTok fame and nickname debates. The conversation blends heartfelt reflection, genuine team camaraderie, and laugh-out-loud moments, providing an authentic window into women’s college basketball’s top personalities.

Key Discussion Points and Insights

1. Introducing Sarah Williams (02:06–03:53)

• First podcast appearance for Sarah.
• Ashanti and Azzi hype her up as a fun, energetic presence:

  “Everything is super califragilistic and sbialidocious because we're joined by your teammate, Sarah Williams.” – Ashanti (02:14)

2. Paula’s Choice Team Dinner & Team Vibes (02:57–04:10)

• Recap of a team dinner sponsored by Paula’s Choice, themed in pink sweatsuits.
• Bowling alley, bracelet-making, and a focus on “the vibes.”
• Sarah admits to showing up for the good times and swag:

  “I was there for the vibes. Everything that was free. Everything free.” – Sarah (03:31)

3. Sarah’s Personal Journey: Brooklyn → Toronto → Wisconsin → UConn (04:11–05:03)

• Born in Brooklyn, moved to Toronto in 2018, then attended Wisconsin, now at UConn.
• Differences in campus culture and facility perks at UConn.

4. Cultural Heritage & Faith (05:11–08:34)

• Sarah’s Nigerian (Yoruba) background.

  "My family is Nigerian. My mom is Yoruba family. Full blood, full blown. Yoruba." – Sarah (05:14)

• Connection to faith and how church upbringing, family, and spirituality influence her resilience:

  "I know, like, I have the strength of the Lord and he's brought me this far and there's just, there's more to go." – Sarah (07:23)

• Azzi and Ashanti share their faith journeys and how the UConn team creates a supportive, faith-influenced environment.

5. Childhood Anecdotes and Nickname Origins (09:25–10:47)

• Hilarious childhood story: Sarah had a perpetual runny nose as a kid, earning her the nickname “Runny Nose,” which sparks a nickname brainstorming session.
• On being called “Booger” or “Snot”:

  “Oh, that's too close. Okay. What? Think of something else. Oh, think of something like snot.” – Azzi (10:30)

6. Transfer from Wisconsin to UConn: The Decision, Options, and Visits (11:08–17:30)

• Sarah details her choice to transfer for a “fuller” basketball experience and shot at March glory.

  “I want it to fulfill that part in me. So I was like, yeah. Bye, Madison. Love everyone. Gotta go.” – Sarah (11:45)

• Official visits: UNC, LSU (with a wild dinner and viral post), and ultimately choosing UConn for honest coaches and winning culture.

  "I chose UConn for my own reasons, because it aligned with what I wanted for my last year." – Sarah (14:20)

• First impressions of the team: immediately felt welcomed and found UConn’s campus “peaceful,” with “perfect grass" and a culture of excellence.

7. Team Chemistry, Personality, and On-Court Fit (17:30–20:24)

• Azzi and Sarah recall their first meals and summer workouts.
• Sarah’s commitment to building chemistry:

  “You're like, I'm just trying to figure out how you like to play so I can get to know you. And, like, you really trying to figure out the chemistry with each player stood out to me.” – Azzi (19:41)

8. Personality Deep Dives & Social Media (22:38–25:03)

• Sarah scouted teammates on social before arriving; finds real-life personalities even bigger than expected.
• On Azzi: "Az's very funny. I can't say her jokes here because they're gonna have to get cut, but, you know…” (23:36)
• Sarah’s TikTok: discussed as genuinely entertaining, and her evolving interest in fashion and athleisure.

9. Q&A Segment: Fan Questions (29:04–35:50)

• Origins of “Big Canada” nickname: spawned from a Twitch stream inside joke (29:16).
• Nickname debate continues—“S Dub,” “Wills,” "Snotty" all suggested, with little consensus.
• Azzi’s real-life persona:

  “Azzi is how you would imagine any 22 year old girl to be...a very fun, very fun college girl.” – Sarah (31:24)

• Funniest teammate? “Between KK and Sarah Strong,” says Sarah (33:31).
• Hobbies: Shopping, Legos, walking, meme expertise, and TikTok.
• Picky eating: Sarah dislikes fruit due to “inconsistency,” loves mangoes and bananas only (34:22–34:55).
• Basketball role model: Asia Wilson; “Unintentional, unintentional greatness.” (35:42–35:56)

10. East Coast vs. Midwest Rapid-Fire (39:08–42:51)

• The trio debates which region does it better in various lifestyle categories:
  • Fall activities: “Midwest,” says Sarah (39:34)
  • Bagels & pizza: Resounding “East Coast/New York” (40:05, 40:54)
  • Friendliness: Surprisingly, Sarah votes East Coast—

    “At least in the east coast, you're gonna get it straight off the bat,” – Sarah (41:32)

  • Nightlife: East Coast
  • Basketball: Sarah claims Midwest is more “enjoyable” as a neutral fan, since UConn “blows everyone out” (42:15)

11. What The FUD of the Week (42:51–43:47)

• Sarah is shocked by the celebrity engagement of Keith Powers and Ryan Destiny:

  “My what The FUD is Keith Powers and Ryan Destiny announcing their engagement...I thought they had broken up...” – Sarah (43:07)

• Ashanti’s what-the-FUD: UConn being ranked #1 in preseason polls.

12. FUD or Fiction Game (44:08–46:53)

• Fun trivia game about UConn history and personal moments.
• Notable facts: UConn was originally the “Aggies”; Azzi’s mom played against Coach Geno Auriemma.

Notable Quotes & Memorable Moments

• “I want to play in March. I just wanted more.” – Sarah Williams on transferring (11:08)
• "Every time you get a break, I'm grabbing tissues, I'm going. My nose. Like, every time.” – Sarah on her lifelong runny nose (09:43)
• “I chose UConn for my own reasons, because it aligned with what I wanted for my last year.” – Sarah (14:20)
• “Sarah Strong is the biggest one...she's, like, the complete opposite. She's, like, one of the funniest people I’ve ever met.” – Sarah, on teammate personalities (22:56)
• “Azzi is how you would imagine any 22 year old girl to be...a very fun, very fun college girl.” – Sarah (31:24)
• “I love Asia Wilson...Unintentional, unintentional greatness.” – Sarah (35:42–35:56)
• “I feel like this team is really fun. There's a lot of big personalities, but it's not, like, too much. Like, they mesh.” – Azzi (23:42)

Timestamps of Key Segments

• Episode start & team dinner discussion: 02:06–03:53
• Sarah’s backstory & Nigerian roots: 04:11–06:13
• Faith journeys: 06:52–08:34
• Nickname/childhood stories: 09:25–10:47
• Transfer decision process: 11:08–17:30
• First impressions at UConn: 17:30–19:49
• Team personalities: 22:38–23:48
• Fan questions & hobbies: 29:04–35:50
• Midwest vs. East Coast game: 39:08–42:51
• What the FUD of the Week: 42:51–43:47
• FUD or Fiction game: 44:08–46:53

Tone and Style

The episode is a perfect balance of light-hearted locker room banter, personal storytelling, and honest reflection. The dynamic between Azzi, Ashanti, and Sarah is warm, engaging, and often hilarious, providing both UConn fans and new listeners an inside look at the next generation of women’s basketball stars.

Summary Takeaways

• Sarah Williams’ journey to UConn is shaped by her cultural heritage, faith, and desire for basketball excellence.
• UConn’s women’s basketball culture is welcoming, competitive, and built around personality as much as performance.
• The importance of off-court relationships, campus vibes, style, social media, and self-expression is as central as athletic achievement.
• The podcast format invites fans directly into the daily realities, ongoing jokes, and aspirations of some of the most exciting players in college hoops.

For future listeners: This episode is unmissable if you want to understand the heart, humor, and ambition of UConn women’s basketball right now—come for the candid transfer explanations and laugh-out-loud nickname debates, stay for the genuine celebration of community, culture, and rising talent.