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The GIST of It
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The GIST of It is a twice-weekly podcast on what’s going on in the sports world. Hosts Ellen Hyslop and Stephanie Rotz discuss current sports topics and how they intersect with pop culture and social issues, covering everything from major league season previews to calling out the sexist BS we see in sports daily. Expect a hilarious yet informative conversation with a refreshing female perspective on the world of sports.
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#570: How FIFA lost control of the World Cup
4d ago00:30:31Tap to summarizeOn Sunday, FIFA shocked the world by announcing that American striker Folarin Balogun’s red card had been suspended, allowing the USMNT’s World Cup leading scorer to play in yesterday’s Round of 16 match against Belgium. That decision set off a flurry of conversations about fairness and opportunity at the World Cup — particularly after a certain president inserted himself into the narrative. Today, co-hosts Ellen Hyslop and Steph Rotz break down the situation, detailing how FIFA’s controversial decision sparked outrage from other competing nations, inciting chaos and tainting the legacy of this tourney. Show notes:The GIST:📰 Newsletter: Subscribe to The GIST✉️ Email: pod@thegistsports.com 📷 Instagram: @thegistusa @ellenatthegist @stephanierotz
Transcribe →#569: Kristine Lilly understands the importance of winning (Gift episode)
1w ago00:18:51Tap to summarizeWe’ve been loving all the World Cup action — and as a special holiday treat, you can access this members-only episode of The GIST of It featuring USWNT legend Kristine Lilly. Lilly sat down with executive producer Alessandra Puccio to chat about her fiercely competitive nature, the pressure of hosting a World Cup, and her thoughts on why soccer’s rise in the U.S. has been steady but slow. It’s the perfect companion piece to your World Cup watching. Show notes:Join The GIST PlusWatch “Soccer’s American Dream” on VICE TVThe GIST:📰 Newsletter: Subscribe to The GIST✉️ Email: pod@thegistsports.com 📷 Instagram: @thegistusa @thegistca @ellenatthegist @stephanierotz
Transcribe →#568: Getting emosh about CanMNT's World Cup run, plus Mal Swanson’s advice for the USMNT
2w ago00:30:41Tap to summarizeCanMNT won their first-ever World Cup knockout game on Sunday, so Canadian co-hosts Ellen Hyslop and Steph Rotz are in their feels. Today, they break down the historic win, look to what’s next, and place this game in the greater conversation about the growth of soccer in Canada. And because we’re equal opportunity here at The GIST, we have an interview with USWNT star Mal Swanson on the men’s national team’s chances right after that. Enjoy. Show notes:BMO is the Bank of SoccerMal Swanson thinks you should be eating more Buffalo Wild WingsAustralian video breaking down the numbers The GIST:📰 Newsletter: Subscribe to The GIST✉️ Email: pod@thegistsports.com 📷 Instagram: @thegistusa @thegistca @ellenatthegist @stephanierotz
Transcribe →#567: Normalizing motherhood in sport
2w ago00:31:28Tap to summarizeWe’re celebrating for all the right reasons today. Blayre Turnbull of the Toronto Sceptres is pregnant, marking the first PWHL player going through pregnancy in the league’s three-year history. It felt like as good a time as any to explore what the PWHL’s maternity policy is and how it stacks up to the rest of the pro women’s sports landscape. Show notes:Check out Jumpstart Canadian Tire charities The GIST:📰 Newsletter: Subscribe to The GIST✉️ Email: pod@thegistsports.com 📷 Instagram: @thegistusa @thegistca @ellenatthegist @stephanierotz
Transcribe →The GIST Plus: Kristine Lilly understands the importance of winning (The GIST Plus preview)
2w ago00:11:45Tap to summarizeIn honor of the first World Cup hosted on U.S. soil since 1999, USWNT legend Kristine Lilly joins executive producer Alessandra Puccio for a very special subscribers-only episode. To enjoy this episode in full, join The GIST Plus, our extra-special membership platform. Until then, this preview will have to do.Show notes:Join The GIST PlusWatch “Soccer’s American Dream” on VICE TVMore on The GIST: ✉️ Email: pod@thegistsports.com 📷 Instagram: @thegistusa @thegistca @ellenatthegist @stephanierotz
Transcribe →#566: Azzi Fudd chose Project B over Unrivaled — but why?
3w ago00:27:53Tap to summarizeAzzi Fudd is packing her passport, electing to join Project B, the new 5-on-5 offseason league that will make its grand debut in December. On today’s episode of The GIST of It, co-hosts Ellen Hyslop and Steph Rotz examine the current pro player landscape, now stuffed with options galore for women hoopers. One thing is clear: With an abundance of choices, this player empowerment era is here to stay. Show notes:The GIST:📰 Newsletter: Subscribe to The GIST✉️ Email: pod@thegistsports.com 📷 Instagram: @thegistusa @thegistca @ellenatthegist @stephanierotz
Transcribe →#565: Previewing CanMNT & USMNT’s second group stage games
3w ago00:24:48Tap to summarizeToday, the Canadian men’s national team takes the field in their second World Cup game, playing Qatar at 6 p.m. ET. To celebrate, we’re previewing the match, shouting out the players you need to know, plus sharing why Canada shouldn’t doubt inexperienced Qatar. Then, their World Cup co-hosts, the undefeated Americans, take the pitch for their second game, tomorrow at 3 p.m. ET against Australia. Of course, we’re previewing that group stage tilt, too. You’re welcome.Show notes:The GIST:📰 Newsletter: Subscribe to The GIST✉️ Email: pod@thegistsports.com 📷 Instagram: @thegistusa @thegistca @ellenatthegist @stephanierotz
Transcribe →#564: Pink cleats, problematic breaks, and player bans — this World Cup has it all
4w ago00:27:01Tap to summarizeThe World Cup is in full swing in the U.S., Canada, and Mexico. There are four (!!!) games to watch every day from now until next Wednesday, when that number jumps to six through the end of the group stage. With all the on-field action happening, we wanted to use this episode to talk about some of the off-field storylines from this tourney, both good and bad. From the pink cleats we’re seeing on every field to the player banned from Canada because of criminal charges, there’s a lot to discuss. Show notes:Learn more about Canadian Tire Jumpstart Charities Ranking the 16 FIFA World Cup Host CitiesThe GIST:📰 Newsletter: Subscribe to The GIST✉️ Email: pod@thegistsports.com 📷 Instagram: @thegistusa @thegistca @ellenatthegist @stephanierotz
Transcribe →#563: Hiding in the bathroom and watching soccer with Trinity Rodman
Jun 1100:27:09Tap to summarizeYou know what kind of soccer player Trinity Rodman is — but what kind of soccer fan is she? Find out on today’s episode of The GIST of It. Executive producer Alessandra Puccio sat down with the USWNT and Washington Spirit star to discuss the national team’s recent win in Brazil, Rodman’s World Cup watching plans, and her new summer of soccer partnership with State Farm. Jake better watch out.Show notes:Join The GIST Plusbmosoccer.com The GIST:📰 Newsletter: Subscribe to The GIST✉️ Email: pod@thegistsports.com 📷 Instagram: @thegistusa @thegistca @ellenatthegist @stephanierotz
Transcribe →The GIST Plus: Everything that’s wrong with the World Cup (The GIST Plus preview)
Jun 1000:09:36Tap to summarizeThe 2026 FIFA men’s World Cup starts tomorrow, but the road to the biggest soccer tournament ever has been…bumpy, to put it mildly. Before the first whistle blows, co-hosts Ellen Hyslop and Steph Rotz are sharing their unfiltered World Cup thoughts on everything from ticket prices to politics. To enjoy this episode in full, join The GIST Plus, our extra-special membership platform. Until then, this preview will have to do.Show notes:Join The GIST PlusMore on The GIST:✉️ Email: pod@thegistsports.com 📷 Instagram: @thegistusa @thegistca @ellenatthegist @stephanierotz
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