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We Need To Talk NOW
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CBS Sports' groundbreaking women-focused brand We Need To Talk is launching a podcast. Get your weekly sports and culture fix with Alicia Jay and Erica Ayala. They will cover the top news in sports, with an emphasis on female athletes and women making waves across the industry.
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Betnijah threw a SHOE? Liberty-Tempo was pure CHAOS + Aces defensive meltdown, Angel Reese INJURED?!
5d ago00:59:28Tap to summarizeAlicia Jay and Erica L. Ayala recap the weekend that was in the WNBA, including Betnijah Laney-Hamilton's ejection, the Aces' wild weekend and much more.0:00 Intro 0:21 Atlanta Dream: Slump, Bad Luck or Needing Fixing?8:28 Betnijah Laney-Hamilton EJECTED in tense Liberty-Tempo game16:56 Where do the Phoenix Mercury go after third-largest loss in WNBA history?20:11 Indiana demolishes the Aces in 109-75 win27:03 Sparks make midseason move at GM: Smart? Not so smart? 32:40 League’s hottest teams: What’s making them so good right now? 38:35 WNBA Midseason Rankings50:17 WNBA All-Star Skills and 3PT Predictions 55:45 Gotham FC announces move to Queens
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Aces CUT Chennedy Carter: Is she out of chances? + Biggest All-Star snubs, surprises
1w ago00:44:16Tap to summarizeWhy did the Aces waive Chennedy Carter? And what's going on with Skylar Diggins and the Chicago Sky? Alicia Jay and Erica L. Ayala break down the latest around the WNBA and talk all things All-Star with the reserves being announced.0:00 Intro 0:45 Chennedy Carter WAIVED in shocking move by the Aces4:40 Skylar Diggins saga continues: Tyler Marsh discusses benching decision12:16 WNBA All-Star reserves announced: Biggest surprises and snubs16:47 Mock drafting WNBA All-Star teams 23:25 2-minute drill: Rookies that are making noise29:45 Game Preview: Portland Fire at Atlanta Dream38:07 Game Preview: New York Liberty vs. Minnesota Lynx
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WNBA Weekend Recap: Kate Martin SIGNED by Sparks + Is Golden State a CONTENDER?
2w ago00:57:49Tap to summarizeHow could Kate Martin help the Los Angeles Sparks? And what does Golden State's win over Atlanta say about each team? Alicia Jay and Erica L. Ayala break it all down plus MORE.0:00 Intro0:27 Kate Martin signed 4:30 Is there cause for concern with the Atlanta Dream?12:10 Are the Golden State Valkyries a contender? 22:20 WNBA All-Star: Starter surprises and predictions40:10 Cheryl Reeve highlights WBHOF inductions47:02 Who could break A’ja Wilson’s single-season scoring record? 53:54 Coco Gauff, Naomi Osaka lead Wimbledon highlights
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Is Skylar Diggins BENCHED for Courtney Vandersloot? Diggins AIRS OUT grievances with Chicago Sky
2w ago00:20:17Tap to summarizeSkylar Diggins took to social media on Monday to air out her grievances with the Chicago Sky. Alicia Jay and Erica L. Ayala are breaking it down and giving their reaction.
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Stephanie White sounds OFF on Alyssa Thomas controversy: ‘Absolutely unacceptable’
2w ago00:43:31Tap to summarizeStephanie White spoke on Wednesday about Alyssa Thomas receiving death threats. Meanwhile, Napheesa Collier nears a return and is Betnijah Laney-Hamilton's future with the Liberty in question? Alicia Jay and Erica L. Ayala break it all down plus more.0:00 Intro 0:45 Stephanie White sounds off on Alyssa Thomas controversy5:55 Napheesa Collier returns to basketball activities 7:55 Should Betnijah Laney-Hamilton be a target for teams at the trade deadline? 12:05 Is Michaela Onyenwere the perfect vet for Washington? 19:40 2-minute drill: Does the WNBA need to “own” a holiday like July 4? 25:17 Which players could break the WNBA single-game scoring record33:03 Game preview: Valkyries at Dream
Transcribe →Is Sabrina Ionescu BACK? Aces vs. Liberty: WNBA Commissioner's Cup Reaction + Alyssa Thomas RESPONDS to suspension
2w ago00:49:51Tap to summarizeWas the Commissioner's Cup a PIVOTAL moment for Las Vegas and New York this season? Alicia Jay and Erica L. Ayala recap the Commissioner's Cup Final.0:00 Intro2:18 Game recap: A pivotal moment for Las Vegas, New York8:51 Sabrina Ionescu should’ve won MVP 21:35 Alyssa Thomas responds to one-game suspension29:50 Mystics 4OT33:15 Other standouts from the weekend in the WNBA38:45 Answering chat questions
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These WNBA teams are under performing + This is one major issue with NCAA's new eligibility rule
3w ago00:44:00Tap to summarizeWhich WNBA teams are under performing and which are over performing? Alicia Jay and Erica L. Ayala break it down, PLUS preview the Commissioner's Cup Final, take a look at changing NCAA eligibility rules and more. 0:00 Intro0:34 Wednesday Recap: Phoenix pulls out win over Indiana and more8:18 Commissioner’s Cup Preview12:44 Which WNBA teams are under performing vs. over performing23:57 What is the new NCAA eligibility rule and why we have concerns 33:30 Game Previews: Minnesota Lynx at Dallas Wings36:55 Game Previews: LA Sparks at Indiana Fever
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Why the WNBA having NO Black women head coaches is a PROBLEM
4w ago00:54:00Tap to summarizeFor just the third time in WNBA history, there are NO Black women as head coaches within the league. Alicia Jay and Erica L. Ayala dive into why it's a problem, plus celebrating the league's 30th anniversary, diving into some midseason picks for end of season awards and much more.0:00 Intro 1:15 Dallas Wings match win total from last season3:17 Jackie Young passes Becky Hammon on Aces’ all-time assists list10:37 WNBA celebrates 30th anniversary 21:54 The WNBA has a Black women head coaching problem 40:50 Midseason picks for Most Improved, 6th Player and Coach of the Year51:09 Other WBB News: Azzi Fudd signs onto Project B, Flau’jae joins Unrivaled
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What’s behind the WNBA’s MASSIVE drop in All Star votes: Why it's not that big of a deal + How will a 50-game season work?
Jun 1800:44:11Tap to summarizeErica L. Ayala and Alicia Jay are BACK talking all things WNBA All Star, Commissioner's Cup and more. 0:00 Intro0:31 Caitlin Clark announces signature shoe drop4:16 WNBA All Star Votes: Biggest surprises, which players are MISSING?12:42 WNBA Deep Dive: Season expands to 50 games22:45 Commissioner's Cup Final is SET: Las Vegas Aces vs. New York Liberty31:18 Game Preview: Chicago Sky vs. Dallas Wings35:22 Game Preview: Golden State Valkyries vs. Las Vegas Aces41:26 PWHL Draft Recap: KK Harvey No. 1 overall +Laila Edwards to San Jose?
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Do Angel Reese, Isabelle Harrison have BEEF? Why it shouldn't matter I WNBA Ejection REACTION
Jun 1500:45:40Tap to summarizeIs there BEEF between Isabelle Harrison and Angel Reese? And should it even matter? Alicia Jay and Erica L. Ayala break down Harrison's ejection, PLUS get into Lynx vs. Aces, some historic performances around the WNBA and more.0:00 Intro 1:45 Las Vegas Aces vs. Minnesota Lynx: A WNBA Finals Preview? 11:36 Isabelle Harrison/Angel Reese: Ejected Following a TAKE DOWN of Angel Reese18:54 Always go to there being beef when women are competitive 28:38 Kelsey Plum, Kahleah Copper highlight massive weekend in WNBA29:30 Caitlin Clark, Aliyah Boston are setting the blueprint for Indiana30:47 Breanna Stewart helps New York clinch spot in Commissioner’s Cup Final 33:55 Players we’re picking to be at WNBA All-Star 40:05 Injury updates: Sabrina Ionescu returns, Paige Bueckers day-to-day
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