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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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#558: Spilling World Cup tea and talking tequila with Tobin Heath & Christen Press
6d ago00:49:11Tap to summarizeThe men’s FIFA World Cup is just three weeks away — which means it’s time to start studying up on the tournament’s biggest edition ever. Good thing USWNT legends Tobin Heath and Christen Press are today’s guests on The GIST of It, spilling the tea on their World Cup plans, the teams they’re most excited to cheer on, and their World Cup partnership with Don Julio 1942. Cheers to that.Show notes:📺 Watch Tobin Heath & Christen Press in this Don Julio commercial🍋🟩 Celebrate the FIFA World Cup with Don Julio 1942🏒 Episode #458: Victim blaming & the Hockey Canada assault trial🏒 All five former Canadian World Junior hockey players found not guilty in sexual assault trialThe GIST:📰 Newsletter: Subscribe to The GIST✉️ Email: pod@thegistsports.com 📷 Instagram: @thegistusa @thegistca @ellenatthegist @stephanierotz
Transcribe →#557: The secret to building strength with Ilona Maher
1w ago00:32:21Tap to summarizeTwo words: Ilona Maher.The rugby star and queen of the Internet joins The GIST of It today, sitting down with senior editor Lauren Tuiskula for a convo on building strength, something Ilona knows better than anyone. Trust us — by the end of this episode, you’ll be ready to add another plate at the gym.Show notes:Check out Muscle Milk’s new protein shakesHockey Canada resists joining abuse registry as other sports publish bansThe GIST:📰 Newsletter: Subscribe to The GIST✉️ Email: pod@thegistsports.com📷 Instagram: @thegistusa @thegistca @ellenatthegist @stephanierotz
Transcribe →#556: Kelley O’Hara spills NWSL alt-cast tea
2w ago00:36:20Tap to summarizeCalling all sports fans. On today’s episode of The GIST of It, executive producer Alessandra Puccio sits down with one of her USWNT heroes, retired two-time World Cup winner Kelley O’Hara. The soccer-loving duo dig into Kelley’s latest adventure: hosting an alt-cast on Victory+ for the NWSL’s Utah Royals vs. Racing Louisville game on Sunday, May 17th at 8 p.m. ET. Between NWSL hot takes and men’s World Cup chit chat, this one’s a must-listen. Show notes:Watch Kelley O’Hara’s free NWSL alt-cast on Sunday, May 17th, only on Victory+The GIST:📰 Newsletter: Subscribe to The GIST✉️ Email: pod@thegistsports.com 📷 Instagram: @thegistusa @thegistca @ellenatthegist @stephanierotz
Transcribe →The GIST Plus: Crystal Dunn is present, pivoting, and powerful (The GIST Plus preview)
2w ago00:15:42Tap to summarizeTune in to hear a snippet of this super fun conversation, but to get to the end, you’ll need to subscribe to The GIST Plus using the link in our show notes. Don’t miss this one. Show notes:Join The GIST PlusIn partnership with the U.S. Soccer Federation, Haleon is launching “For The Assist” — a campaign celebrating the essential assists that make big goals possible, both on and off the field. Because every goal starts with an assist. Visit haleonassist.com for more info.More on The GIST: ✉️ Email: pod@thegistsports.com 📷 Instagram: @thegistusa @thegistca @ellenatthegist @stephanierotz
Transcribe →#555: Home runs and dark horses: Previewing the college softball national tourney
2w ago00:26:58Tap to summarizeSoftball is having a major moment this season, so on this episode of The GIST of It, co-hosts Ellen Hyslop and Steph Rotz head to the diamond to preview the 64-team NCAA national softball tournament which begins on Friday. After consulting with former NCAA softball player (and our senior editor) Lauren Tuiskula, the gals have the low-down on the storylines you need to know, from a record-breaking season of home runs to explaining how the national tourney works. Batter up. Show notes:The GIST:📰 Newsletter: Subscribe to The GIST✉️ Email: pod@thegistsports.com 📷 Instagram: @thegistusa @thegistca @ellenatthegist @stephanierotz
Transcribe →#554: Elle Duncan is geeking over WNBA tipoff
3w ago00:38:40Tap to summarizeAt long last, we’re just one day away from the start of the highly-anticipated WNBA season. To celebrate, we have an extra-special treat: Acclaimed sports broadcaster and women’s basketball expert Elle Duncan sat down with The GIST’s Senior Editor Lauren Tuiskula to talk about her move to USA Sports, spill her spiciest women’s sports takes, and share insight into balancing fandom and professionalism in sports journalism. Sporty spices, this one’s for you. Show notes:Kim Ng surprises Elle Duncan with the first Golden Ticket of the 2026 seasonThe GIST:📰 Newsletter: Subscribe to The GIST✉️ Email: pod@thegistsports.com 📷 Instagram: @thegistusa @thegistca @ellenatthegist @stephanierotz
Transcribe →#553: The pros and cons of the NWSL’s potential calendar change and will a Canadian team finally win the Stanley Cup
3w ago00:26:49Tap to summarizeIt’s been 33 years since a Canadian team won the Stanley Cup, and with the second round of the playoffs underway, just one squad remains in contention: the Montreal Canadiens. On today’s episode of The GIST of It, co-hosts Ellen Hyslop and Steph Rotz dig deep on the Habs, the NHL’s youngest team, before highlighting the other NHL playoff series that has our undivided attention. After that, in today’s Personal Training Session, El and Steph answer GISTer questions about a potential change to the NWSL.Show notes:The GIST:📰 Newsletter: Subscribe to The GIST✉️ Email: pod@thegistsports.com 📷 Instagram: @thegistusa @thegistca @ellenatthegist @stephanierotz
Transcribe →#552: Timothee Chalamet’s manspreading and hot takes on PWHL postseason
4w ago00:26:33Tap to summarizeThe puck drops now — literally. The PWHL Playoffs begin tonight when the No. 2 seed Boston Fleet take on the No. 4 Ottawa Charge, making this episode of The GIST of It the perfect time for co-hosts Ellen Hyslop and Steph Rotz to preview the four-team competition. Who will hoist the coveted Walter Cup? The girls have thoughts — and they’re spilling. Show notes:Episode #551: Our unfiltered PWHL playoff reactionsMore on The GIST:✉️ Email: pod@thegistsports.com 📷 Instagram: @thegistusa @thegistca @ellenatthegist @stephanierotz
Transcribe →The GIST Plus: Odessa Jenkins champions women's tackle football (The GIST Plus preview)
4w ago00:10:56Tap to summarizeYou’re gonna want pads for this.Okay, not really — but after the preview for this members-only episode of The GIST of It, you’ll be more excited about women’s tackle football than ever before. Today, co-host Steph Rotz chats with Odessa “OJ” Jenkins, the founder and CEO of the Women’s National Football Conference (WNFC). If you love this convo, consider joining The GIST Plus for the full episode…and so much more.Show notes:Join The GIST PlusMore on The GIST: ✉️ Email: pod@thegistsports.com 📷 Instagram: @thegistusa @thegistca @ellenatthegist @stephanierotz
Transcribe →#551: Our unfiltered PWHL playoff reactions
4w ago00:31:03Tap to summarizeGonna have a good day.It’s always a good day on The GIST of It when co-hosts Ellen Hyslop and Steph Rotz chat women's hockey and WNBA free agency drama — and today’s no different as the PWHL wrapped up the regular-season over the weekend. A full playoff preview is coming your way on Thursday, but today, the girls are taking off the filter: El and Steph have thoughts about everything from the first-round matchups to expansion team rumors, as well as what’s happening with the WNBA’s Natasha Cloud. Drop that puck.Show notes:More on The GIST: ✉️ Email: pod@thegistsports.com 📷 Instagram: @thegistusa @thegistca @ellenatthegist @stephanierotz
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