Rookie Questions, Pro Answers Pt. 1

Summary

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Fudd Around And Find Out

Episode: Rookie Questions, Pro Answers Pt. 1

Original Air Date: June 5, 2026
Host: Azzi Fudd
Co-Host: Ashanti Plummer

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Episode Overview

This episode of "Fudd Around And Find Out" is a fan-driven AMA (Ask Me Anything), with UConn and WNBA star Azzi Fudd answering audience questions about her rookie season in the WNBA, leaving college life behind, her transition to Dallas, and her personal life. Co-host and friend Ashanti Plummer keeps the conversation lively and personal, providing her own insights and some playful banter. The episode is rich in rookie reflections, candid advice for aspiring journalists, behind-the-scenes anecdotes, and a look at the small but meaningful everyday moments of a pro athlete.

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Key Discussion Points and Insights

1. Rookie Realities & “I Made It” Moments

• First WNBA Game Feelings

  • Azzi's most surreal “I made it” moment was donning the Dallas jersey and stepping onto the floor with her new team for the first time.
    • "Putting the Dallas jersey on, getting to step on the floor for the first time with this team." (04:13, Azzi Fudd)
  • The rapid change and intensity of entering the league felt “insane but surreal.”
    • "Like I'm really in the W. It's crazy." (04:24, Azzi)

• Cities & Arenas to Look Forward To

  • Excited to play everywhere, but especially looking forward to games in Minnesota (home crowd and family) and the Bay (in hopes of seeing Steph Curry).
    • "I'm excited to go home into Minnesota just to see all my people... And in the Bay, hopefully Steph will be there..." (04:34, Azzi)

2. Adjusting to Pro Life & Rookie Duties

• Celebrations on Court

  • Fans ask if Azzi will do a signature celebration. She says she’s focused on performing first:
    • "I'm just trying to make some shots first... I'm trying to get over a ball screen first." (05:24, Azzi)
  • Not sure if she’ll ever celebrate for herself, but loves hyping up teammates.

• Leaving UConn Behind

  • Leaving UConn was emotional; Azzi describes crying for an hour during her drive to the WNBA draft.
    • "It was like, literally like one of those sad movie scenes... looking out the window at all, like, the cows and the horses. I'm really gonna miss it." (06:04, Azzi)

• On Rookie Duties & Team Culture

  • Azzi’s new role as a rookie: “very aware of my place in the totem pole.” Willing to help with whatever teammates need.
    • "Like, I'm the rookie. Like, let me help all of you guys. You know, it's my job. Right?" (07:18, Azzi)
  • Immediately contrasts college notoriety with starting at the bottom in the pros.

3. Fan & Teammate Interactions

• Craziest Autograph/Gift Requests

  • Recalls signing various unusual items, like a Labubu figurine and a WNBA gay hat, but gets flustered about the most unexpected fan gifts and side-steps sharing certain stories.
    • "I've been wanting to keep track of this because there's been some really random things..." (08:09, Azzi)

• Family & Friends Visiting Dallas

  • Plans for visits from college friends (KK, Khalees, etc.), and pets; Azzi jokes about needing to share beds and longing for her old car “Maddie.”

4. Health, Injury Prevention & Recovery

• Injury Prevention Wisdom (11:00 - 15:03)
  • Azzi gets personal about the discipline involved in preventing injuries and coming back from them.
    • "A lot of injury prevention comes down to the details you stay on top of every day… Not skipping over warmups, not rushing into things and paying attention to how you're moving." (11:40, Azzi)
  • Emphasizes the importance of consistent self-awareness, progression after injury, and the unique pressures that female athletes face.
    • "One good day doesn't mean everything is back to normal. Consistency is what matters." (13:50, Azzi)

5. Podcast Behind-the-Scenes

• Live Episodes & Favorites

  • Would consider taping live at All Star Weekend: “Maybe. I have no idea.”
  • Favorite episodes include ones with Steph Curry, college teammates like KK, and surprises from other guests. The early "Stubbuds" episode still gets a shoutout for being "our craziest episode".
    • "Every guest I've liked for different reasons, even the ones I was like, I don't know how this is gonna go. They've pleasantly surprised me." (15:31, Azzi)

• Dream Podcast Guest

  • Ashanti suggests the Obamas as dream guests.
    • "Mr. and Mrs. Obama." (16:12, Ashanti)
    • Azzi: “That would be insane.” (16:14)

6. Advice for Aspiring Journalists

• Ashanti’s Words to Girls in Sports Journalism
  • “Stay the path… There’s only one you in the entire world. No one can do what you do the way that you do it. So stay true to yourself… all you need is the right yes.” (22:30, Ashanti)

7. Food Takes, Personal Preferences, and Dallas Life

• Food Spots & Orders

  • Azzi advocates for ordering “one of everything” at Hurtado’s, her favorite Dallas BBQ Tex-Mex spot.
    • "Honestly, I try to go with someone so that I can order one of everything. Oh, everything is so good." (23:24, Azzi)

• Matcha and Nutella

  • Not a matcha fan (except would try “real” matcha), and admits to having given up her notorious Nutella habit—“sickly obsessed” in the past, but not anymore.

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Notable Quotes & Memorable Moments

• On Rookie Humility:

  • "I'm very aware of my place in the totem pole. You know, like, I'm the rookie. Let me help all of you guys." (07:18, Azzi)

• On Leaving College for the Pros:

  • "It was like, literally like one of those sad movie scenes... looking out the window at all, like, the cows and the horses. I'm really gonna miss it." (06:04, Azzi)

• Advice for Girls in Sports Journalism:

  • "There's only one you in the entire world. And no one can do what you do the way that you do it. So stay true to yourself... all you need is the right yes." (22:30, Ashanti)

• On Injury Recovery:

  • "One good day doesn't mean everything is back to normal. Consistency is what matters." (13:50, Azzi)

• On Dream Podcast Guests:

  • "Mr. and Mrs. Obama." (16:12, Ashanti)
  • "That would be insane." (16:14, Azzi)

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Timestamps for Key Segments

• (04:13) – Azzi’s “I made it” moment and rookie surrealism
• (05:24) – Thoughts on celebrations and rookie humility
• (06:04) – Emotional goodbye to UConn
• (07:18) – Rookie duties and team hierarchy
• (08:09) – Craziest fan gift and autograph stories
• (11:00–15:03) – Injury prevention, recovery, and athlete health
• (15:31) – Favorite podcast episodes and dream guests
• (16:12–16:22) – Obama as dream guests
• (22:30) – Ashanti’s advice for aspiring sports journalists
• (23:24) – Azzi’s favorite Dallas food spot and eating habits
• (24:47) – On her Nutella “obsession”

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Episode Tone and Style

The episode maintains a casual, warm, and humorous tone, with lots of mutual support and playful teasing. Azzi is honest about the adjustments, emotional highs and lows, and her grand ambitions for both basketball and life. The interplay with Ashanti is personal and familiar, making the listener feel like a part of the conversation.

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Closing Thoughts

This AMA episode offers a behind-the-scenes look into Azzi Fudd’s journey as a rookie, her emotional transition from college to the pros, her personal quirks, and her growing influence as a public figure. The advice and insights shared go beyond basketball, touching on resilience, humility, support networks, and staying true to oneself in any arena.

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Transcript

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[Az Fudd]

Okay, so at those Wings Liberty games, who are you going to be cheering for?

[Ashanti Plummer]

Okay, it's crazy because I get asked this a lot. Um, I'm going to cheer for you to do well. I want you to have a great game. I want you to go off, set a record. I'm gonna root for my liberty to win.

[Az Fudd]

Hey, whatever up your own people, bro. Hey everyone. Welcome back to another episode of fut around and find out. I'm here with my girl Ashanti. Hey.

[Sponsor/Announcer]

Hey, girl.

[Ashanti Plummer]

So today we're doing an AMA episode and so we asked our audience to ask us a bunch of questions and now we get to answer it.

[Az Fudd]

Let's get to it.

[Ashanti Plummer]

All right, first up, this is some rookie talk. Okay, what's been the most surreal I made it moment so far?

[Az Fudd]

Putting the Dallas jersey on, getting to step on the floor for the first time with this team.

[Ashanti Plummer]

That's awesome.

[Az Fudd]

That.

[Ashanti Plummer]

That must be crazy times moving so quick for you.

[Az Fudd]

So quick. It actually is insane but surreal. Like I'm really in the W. It's crazy.

[Ashanti Plummer]

What city are you most excited to play in?

[Az Fudd]

Hmm. Well, I'm excited to go to all of them, obviously, and get to play each team, experience each arena and their fans and the environment. But I'm excited to Go home into Minnesota just to see all my people and see all my family. I'm excited to play in the Bay. Hopefully Steph will be there. Girl, for real.

[Ashanti Plummer]

No, we. Listen, we not playing with him.

[Az Fudd]

It's like, that would be cool to see him there, but also, I've heard that that place is insane, but, yeah, I'm really excited to play everywhere.

[Ashanti Plummer]

I can't wait to visit and I.

[Az Fudd]

Yeah, I can't wait for you to visit.

[Ashanti Plummer]

I just can't wait to get your jersey. But, you know, anyways, will you ever hit a Celly Celly celebration? The fans are waiting.

[Az Fudd]

Listen, I'm just trying to make some shots first.

[Ashanti Plummer]

I know that's right.

[Az Fudd]

I'm trying. I'm trying to get over a ball screen first.

[Ashanti Plummer]

You'll get there. You'll get there. But it's like, could you see yourself hitting a celebration, going up to threes, something?

[Az Fudd]

I have no idea. Like, for myself. I don't know. I love when other people do it. Or, like, I could do it for someone else.

[Ashanti Plummer]

Okay.

[Az Fudd]

I don't know about for myself. We'll see.

[Ashanti Plummer]

Maybe not yet, y'. All. Not yet, y'.

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[Az Fudd]

That's later. Later.

[Ashanti Plummer]

What was it like for you the day you officially left UConn campus?

[Az Fudd]

I cried, probably. I had a car service from campus to New York to go to the drafts, and I think I cried for, like, the first hour. It was a three hour drive. I think I cried the first hour. It was like, literally like one of those sad movie scenes. It wasn't raining, though, but I was, like, looking out the window at all, like, the cows and the horses. I'm really gonna miss it. Slow tears looking out the window.

[Ashanti Plummer]

I mean, you've been there five years. It's a lot to process.

[Az Fudd]

Yeah. You're leaving home.

[Ashanti Plummer]

Yeah. It's okay.

[Az Fudd]

New home.

[Ashanti Plummer]

What shoes will you be wearing this season on the court?

[Az Fudd]

That's a great question. I'll be wearing Jordans, but I don't know which one yet. So we'll be figuring that out together. There was actually a girl after our first game that. What did she say? Oh, she was like, easy. What are the odds that I can have your shoes? Like, can I please have them? They're so pretty. And I was like, I would love to give them to you, but I only have two of these right now, so. No, not yet.

[Ashanti Plummer]

This is all I got, sis.

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I'm sorry.

[Az Fudd]

No, seriously, it's all I got right now.

[Ashanti Plummer]

Oh, man, I can't wait for you to come out with Your own shoe. Do you have any rookie duties?

[Az Fudd]

No rookie duties, but I'm a very. Like, if you need me to do something, I'll do it. So if I notice someone's, like, looking around, or if I'm in a seat and someone doesn't have a seat, I'm like, do you want this seat? Like, I can move. Do you want me to get that for you? Like, I'm very aware of my place in the totem pole. You know, Like, I'm the rookie. Like, let me help all of you guys. You know, it's my job. Right?

[Ashanti Plummer]

That's crazy, because you were just at the top of the Zona pole, and then within weeks now, you're. You're starting over almost.

[Az Fudd]

I know. Like, two weeks ago, I was like, khalees, go get that for me, girl.

[Ashanti Plummer]

Now you're over here, like, can I help you? What's the craziest thing you had to sign,

[Az Fudd]

like, ever in my life.

[Ashanti Plummer]

Let's do ever in your life, and then let's do as a Dallas swing

[Az Fudd]

ever in my life. I don't know. Actually, I. I've been wanting to keep track of this because there's been some really random things and even things that I've been gifted that it's just like, okay, yeah, I don't know. I just signed a Labubu. I just signed a WNB gay hat. Okay, that was pretty cool. Lots of jerseys, balls, posters.

[Ashanti Plummer]

So what's the craziest gift? Because you mentioned some.

[Az Fudd]

No, I've just. I can't say. One of them.

[Ashanti Plummer]

Oh, my God.

[Az Fudd]

And it wasn't. But. What? This one, like, it wasn't a gift. It was like, fan mail. And it was just like, no way somebody did that. Anyways, if you know, you know. I don't know. I can't. I'm put on the spot, and I can't even come up with an answer now. I'm sorry.

[Ashanti Plummer]

Even as a Dallas wing, craziest thing. You sign any babies yet? No.

[Az Fudd]

No babysitt.

[Ashanti Plummer]

Oh, my goodness. Okay, so we're going to move on to Dallas. We're going to pivot to Dallas. Questions? When are your kids coming to visit you in Dallas? Kk, Kelis, K and I. When they come to see you.

[Az Fudd]

KK Will be here soon.

[Ashanti Plummer]

Actually, her birthday's coming up.

[Az Fudd]

It is coming up. And then the rest of them, I don't know. I've told them all that I want them to come visit at some point, whether it's in May, when they're off, or July. And August when they're off. But, like, I would love to see them. I'd love for them to visit. I have an extra bedroom. Aww. Or we can cuddle. I told Sarah we can cuddle.

[Ashanti Plummer]

So I just know Khaleesa's gonna hear this and take this as a green light. You should never said you could share the bed. Babes, are you still riding around in your Madison Reed truck?

[Az Fudd]

No, I'm not. Oh, no. I don't know if I've said it on here, but I named the Madison Reed Rivian Maddie, obviously, after Madison Reed. But I miss Maddie terribly. Like, if you've never driven a Rivian, at least the one that I had, there's, like, no on or off button. Like, you get in, when you walk up to it, it unlocks automatically. You get in, it's already on. Like, you just put it into drive, put in reverse, whatever. Then when you finish, you put it in a park and get out. It turns off and locks on its own. There have been at least 10 times that I've gotten out of my car, not turned the car off. Like, tried to go into drive and not turn the car on. It's really humbling switching cars, but I miss Maddie. Bring Maddie back to Dallas.

[Ashanti Plummer]

Are you bringing Stewie to Dallas?

[Az Fudd]

I'm not. I can't. She's been with Curry for so long. I can't separate them. Like, they can't be single dogs. They need each other. That would just be selfish if I did that.

[Ashanti Plummer]

That's fair.

[Az Fudd]

She will come to visit, though.

[Ashanti Plummer]

I was gonna say, we miss your dogs, though.

[Az Fudd]

They'll come to visit. This segment of Committed to Care, Women, Health and Sports is presented by UnitedHealthcare. Hey, guys, it's AZ. If you listen to Futaroun, find out. You know, we like to talk about what's really going on behind the scenes. Not just the games, but everything that happens in my life between the lines. So I thought, why wouldn't the people's princess share some more personal thoughts on ways to stay healthy that really eat Today? I want to get into something that doesn't always get enough attention. Injury prevention and what it actually looks like to come back the right way if you get one. And if you do get injured, coming back the right way matters. That's something I care about. And it's also why UnitedHealthcare is a part of this conversation. They're committed to helping people better understand their health and stay ahead of issues before they become bigger problems. A big part of that is making sure People have the right information, the right support, and a clear path forward, so you're not trying to figure it out all on your own. For athletes, a lot of injury prevention comes down to the details you stay on top of every day. Making sure your body's actually ready before you go full speed. Not skipping over warmups, not rushing into things and paying attention to how you're moving. That can look like taking a few extra minutes to activate the right muscle groups. Making sure your joints feel good and easing into intensity instead of jumping straight into it and hoping your body catches up. Spending time on mobility and stability, especially in areas that take on the most stress, so your body can handle the demands you're putting on it. That might mean focusing on hips and ankles, knees, the areas that do a lot of the work but don't always get the attention they need. Until something feels off balancing, what you're doing matters too. Not overloading the same movements over and over again without giving your body a chance to adjust. Mixing in different types of work, managing how much you're doing and understanding that more isn't always better if your body isn't keeping up with it. And then there's awareness. Checking in with yourself regularly, not just once in a while, but consistently. How does your body feel today? How did it feel yesterday? Is something tighter than usual? Are you moving the same way you normally do? Those small check ins matter. Catching those early gives you a chance to adjust before they turn into something bigger. And if something does happen, coming back the right way takes a different kind of discipline. It's not about jumping back in as soon as you feel okay. It's about progressing step by step. Reintroducing movement, building confidence in how your body feels. Making sure each phase actually feels solid before moving forward. You've got to be honest with yourself during that process. Because one good day doesn't mean everything is back to normal. Consistency is what matters. This is especially important for female athletes. There's often pressure to stay on the court, to keep going, to not fall behind. But long term health comes from understanding your body, respecting where you are in the moment, and making decisions that support you over time. And that's where having the right support system matters. In sports, there are people paying attention to all of this. Helping you catch things early, helping you make the right adjustments, guiding you through each step. Healthcare should feel like that too. That's the idea behind UnitedHealthcare. Helping connect you with a team of healthcare professionals whose focus is centered on you, so you can understand what's going on in your body, catch issues earlier, and know what to do next instead of guessing. That can include access to different types of care that work together. Primary care specialists, physical therapy. So everything feels connected instead of fragmented. It can also mean having tools and resources that help you stay informed. So when something feels off, you know where to go and what to do next. Women understand that they have to take such specific care of themselves with doctors for all different things. And the goal is to make that care feel coordinated so you're not guessing, so you're not navigating it alone, so you can stay focused on what matters in your day to day life. At the end of the day, this isn't about doing one thing perfectly. It's about paying attention to the details, staying consistent with the small things, and having the support around you to handle whatever comes up the right way. That's what helps you stay out there. This segment is presented by UnitedHealthcare. UnitedHealthcare. Committed to care.

[Ashanti Plummer]

All right, let's move to some podcast related questions. Would you ever do a live taping of an episode at All Star Weekend?

[Az Fudd]

Um, no. I'm just kidding. Maybe I have no idea.

[Ashanti Plummer]

The way you. I. We need to clip that because the way you just broke people's hearts is crazy. Maybe. Cool. Which pot episode is your favorite or was your favorite?

[Az Fudd]

Um, like, obviously Steph was amazing. All of the ones with KK I've loved. Honestly, all the ones, my teammates, I've had a great time with, they're so fun, but just, I think every guest I've liked for different reasons, even the ones I was like, I don't know how this is gonna go. They've pleasantly surprised me.

[Ashanti Plummer]

I know our most. Our craziest episode was the Stubbuds, but I agree on each show.

[Az Fudd]

That was so long ago, which is crazy.

[Ashanti Plummer]

It was like our second episode ever.

[Az Fudd]

I know.

[Ashanti Plummer]

And it's like, still doing numbers.

[Az Fudd]

Wow.

[Ashanti Plummer]

Who is your dream podcast guest?

[Az Fudd]

Hmm.

[Ashanti Plummer]

I got one.

[Az Fudd]

Who's yours?

[Ashanti Plummer]

Mr. And Mrs. Obama.

[Az Fudd]

Oh, that would be insane.

[Ashanti Plummer]

That would be crazy.

[Az Fudd]

That would be insane.

[Ashanti Plummer]

That would be crazy.

[Az Fudd]

That'd be really cool. I like that answer. I don't. Yeah, I don't know who mine would be.

[Ashanti Plummer]

A singer, a dancer? Feel like you got a couple. You don't know who yours would be. Not Kerry. Ms. Keri Washington.

[Az Fudd]

I wouldn't be able to speak. I'd be speechless. So, no, it couldn't be her. All right, Ashanti, what's been your favorite moment on the pod?

[Ashanti Plummer]

Ooh, I love when we get to record the pod in person. So anytime we've been in person with kk, that was super fun. When we were in person after the draft, that was fun. So anytime we get to record in person is my favorite.

[Az Fudd]

Those are definitely fun. How many Dallas games are you gonna go to? Oof.

[Ashanti Plummer]

I'm gonna try to go to as many as possible. I will be at your New York games for sure. But I will make my way out to Dallas. You know, you better. I will, I promise. You know, I gotta pull out my little fit.

[Az Fudd]

That is true. That is very true.

[Ashanti Plummer]

I got you for sure.

[Az Fudd]

Okay, so at those Wings Liberty games, who are you gonna be cheering for?

[Ashanti Plummer]

Okay, it's crazy cause I get asked this a lot. I'm going to cheer for you to do well. I want you to have a great game. I want you to go off, set a record. I'm gonna root for my liberty to win. Hey, whatever.

[Az Fudd]

Up your own people, bro.

[Ashanti Plummer]

Oh my God. Come on. New Yorker through and through.

[Az Fudd]

Fine. Just fine. You know what? Next,

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[Az Fudd]

Thanks everyone for all the positivity coming out of the draft. I am so blessed to have so many people that believe in and support me. My listeners, my friends and family and the whole GEICO team who put my family in a commercial with me. That was so cool to see. The Gecko even showed up wearing my jersey. Well, a smaller version of it. And my grandfather is a huge fan of the Gecko. During my injury rehab, I was a little nervous about the future. But I've had so much support and so many people believing in me. And we came through it together. I know I'm leaving the bubble of college, headed to a new city, joining a new team. It's a lot of change all at once. But I don't feel like I'm alone. The way I feel about basketball is the way I feel about life. You help your team and your team helps you. So thank you again everyone, whether you're on the GEICO team or just a fan wearing my team's jersey. Thank you all so much for all

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[Az Fudd]

Could you share some advice for girls pursuing sports journalism? Oh, I love this.

[Ashanti Plummer]

My advice to young girls who are pursuing sport journalism is to stay the path, right? Everyone has their own story. And I think people get caught up with, she does this and she also does this. And we all do the same thing. But there's only one you, right? Only one you in the entire world. And no one can do what you do the way that you do it. So stay true to yourself. Stay the course. There's going to be a lot of no's, but all you need is the right yes. Yeah, that's my advice.

[Az Fudd]

I like that advice. That's great advice.

[Ashanti Plummer]

So let's move on to some food stuff. I got some questions for you. Hold on. How do you even say this? What is your hortados order?

[Az Fudd]

Yeah, Hurtado's.

[Ashanti Plummer]

Okay. What is your hortados order?

[Az Fudd]

Honestly, I try to go with someone so that I can order one of everything. Oh, oh, everything is so good. And you'll understand as soon as you get here. I'm bringing you there.

[Ashanti Plummer]

Listen, I heard a song in my head as soon as you said one of everything. I was like, big back, big back.

[Az Fudd]

Yo, get this girl.

[Ashanti Plummer]

No, I do. I definitely want to try. Is this a Mexican spot?

[Az Fudd]

No, it's barbecue Tex Mex spot. They have a like a tostada you can get with barbecue on it.

[Ashanti Plummer]

Okay, I'm down. Do you like matcha?

[Az Fudd]

I actually don't, but I've only tried like Starbucks matcha and it's not like real so I need to try like actual matcha.

[Ashanti Plummer]

Yeah, like, and I advise, do you like sweeter, like a sweeter drink or do you like Savior Sav. Savior sweeter or savory? Savory drink.

[Az Fudd]

I like Savory Savior.

[Ashanti Plummer]

Yep, Savior.

[Az Fudd]

I like. I like an in between. Okay.

[Ashanti Plummer]

Yeah, I would definitely recommend going to like a mom and pop shop, like a family owned space and order from there. It's much better. Az, you used to be obsessed with Nutella. Have you given it up for good?

[Az Fudd]

I actually have. I haven't had Nutella in a long time. I'll have it like occasionally. Well, I mean, I haven't had it at all since the season started, but I would have it, like occasionally like on a pancake or on a crepe or something. Um, but I haven't had it. I used to be like sickly obsessed with Nutella. It was disgusting. Looking back, I ate an unholy amount. It's so good.

[Ashanti Plummer]

Not a whole Lisa. It is. It's so good.

[Az Fudd]

All right, well that is a wrap on today's episode of Futaround and find out. Thank you guys so much for listening and watching. Don't forget to rate, review and subscribe to futuroun. Find out wherever you get your podcasts and we'll see you all next week. Fud around and Find out is a production of I Heart Women's Sports and Unanimous Media. Executive producers are Jesse Katz, Eric Payton, Sharla Sumter, Brigitte and Stephen Curry. Co executive producer is Kalena Maria Kutney, producers are Mike Coscarelli, Grace Ferrari Hughes and Mackenzie Fitzpatrick and co producers are Kurt Redmond, Maya Howard and Jaclyn Schoeninger. This podcast is edited by Mike Coscarelli and hosted by me, Az Fudd and Ashanti Plummer.

[Ashanti Plummer]

Coming out of the draft, it's been a special time for us here at Futaround. I want to thank everyone from the fans to the sponsors, especially geico. Not just for supporting az, but for showing up where it matters, like the business of Women's Sports Summit. That kind of thing really moves the needle. And now that AZ's starting a new life in Dallas, we don't know what next season is going to bring. But we know that we're all on the same team and it's been amazing to feel the love and support. So keep showing up for our girl. Show up for each other. Thanks to GEICO and our listeners.

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[Az Fudd]

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