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Winsidr WNBA Show
Hosted by Aryeh Schwartz · EN
The Winsidr Show is a dedicated podcast for WNBA enthusiasts, offering in-depth coverage of the league through the insightful lenses of host Aryeh Schwartz. This show features passionate discussions while also employing strategic analysis and key statistics to provide honest evaluations of the game. With a commitment to fair reporting, the Winsidr Show serves as a reliable source for fresh WNBA content, having welcomed esteemed guests such as Lisa Leslie, Seimone Augustus, Curt Miller, Cheryl Reeve, Sheryl Swoopes, Chelsea Gray, and A'ja Wilson, among others.
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Winsidr Show - Deadline Grades & Panic Meter
1w ago00:35:34Tap to summarizeThe WNBA trade deadline is in the books, and we're grading the moves and what they mean for the playoff race. Then we break out the Panic Meter, discussing which teams should be concerned—and which are ready to make a run down the stretch. We wrap up by looking at the hottest takes...are they real or overreactions as the race to the 2026 WNBA Playoffs heats up?Topics:WNBA trade deadline gradesPanic MeterOverreaction or RealitySubscribe Today!(Sound design by Mike Goodrick)Affiliate Links:Homage: https://homage.sjv.io/winsidr25BreakingT: http://breakingt.com/winsidrFanatics: http://fanatics.93n6tx.net/winsidr ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★
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Winsidr Show - Playoff Race Starts Now!
2w ago00:36:13Tap to summarizeThe WNBA is back from the All-Star break, and the playoff race is officially underway! Madisyn Cunningham and Aryeh Schwartz break down the biggest contenders, updated power rankings, and the questions that will define the second half of the 2026 WNBA season.Can the Minnesota Lynx hold onto the top spot? Which teams are legitimate championship threats? Who needs to make a move before the trade deadline? Plus, we share some bold takes for this next run, discuss the latest award races, and highlight the players and teams we're buying or selling as the postseason approaches.Topics:WNBA playoff race outlookPost-All-Star power rankingsBiggest questions for every playoff teamAward racesTrade deadline watchBold second-half predictionsSubscribe Today!(Sound design by Mike Goodrick)Affiliate Links:Homage: https://homage.sjv.io/winsidr25BreakingT: http://breakingt.com/winsidrFanatics: http://fanatics.93n6tx.net/winsidr ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★
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Winsidr Show - ASB Reflections
3w ago00:25:53Tap to summarizeWith the All-Star break just around the corner, Aryeh and Madisyn take a step back to reflect on everything we've learned from the first half of the 2026 WNBA season.This episode:The biggest story of the season so far—from Minnesota's dominance and Golden State's impressive debut to expansion buzz, Chicago's off-court drama, and the Liberty's unexpected struggles.Which teams have most exceeded (or fallen short of) preseason expectations?The players who have completely changed our minds since Opening Night.Midseason reflections on the contenders, surprises, and biggest takeaways heading into the All-Star break.As the league hits its a little midway break, we look back at what we've gotten right, what we've gotten wrong, and what we're watching most closely for the second half of the season.(Sound design by Mike Goodrick)Affiliate Links:Homage: https://homage.sjv.io/winsidr25BreakingT: http://breakingt.com/winsidrFanatics: http://fanatics.93n6tx.net/winsidr ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★
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Winsidr Show - Who Is Real?
4w ago00:39:55Tap to summarizeThe WNBA playoff race is heating up, and we're checking in on the teams with the best shot at a championship. Aryeh Schwartz and Madisyn Cunningham break down the latest contender rankings, discuss whether the Fever and Wings have entered the title conversation, and debate the current Coach of the Year race.With the August 2 trade deadline fast approaching, they also discuss which teams should be buyers, sellers, or go all-in before the postseason push. Plus, Stock Up/Stock Down returns, and the episode closes with bold predictions on the playoff race, Olivia Miles' MVP chances, Paige Bueckers' All-WNBA case, Atlanta's playoff hopes, Golden State's ceiling, and more.If you're looking for the latest WNBA analysis, playoff predictions, trade deadline talk, and championship debate, this episode has you covered.(Sound design by Mike Goodrick)Affiliate Links:Homage: https://homage.sjv.io/winsidr25BreakingT: http://breakingt.com/winsidrFanatics: http://fanatics.93n6tx.net/winsidr ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★
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Winsidr Show - Mid-Season Checkin
Jul 900:28:53Tap to summarizeAryeh Schwartz and Madisyn Cunningham are back with another episode of the Winsidr Show as the WNBA approaches the halfway point of the season. Madisyn shares her firsthand takeaways from the Commissioner's Cup Championship before the duo dives into the latest Chicago Sky drama, debates the league's true title contenders, discusses the biggest surprises and All-Star snubs, dips into early trade deadline talk, and previews the final stretch before All-Star Weekend.Topics:Commissioner's Cup reactionChicago Sky dramaChampionship contendersBiggest surprisesAll-Star snubsEarly trade deadline talkFinal stretch before All-Star Weekend(Sound design by Mike Goodrick)Affiliate Links:Homage: https://homage.sjv.io/winsidr25BreakingT: http://breakingt.com/winsidrFanatics: http://fanatics.93n6tx.net/winsidr ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★
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Winsidr Show - Contenders - Liberty
Jun 2600:41:29Tap to summarizeThe Winsidr Contender Series continues as Madisyn Cunningham returns to the show for a deep dive into the New York Liberty. We discuss what has made the Liberty one of the WNBA's premier teams this season, examine their biggest strengths and potential vulnerabilities, and take a closer look at the impact of Breanna Stewart and Jonquel Jones on both ends of the floor. Plus, we compare New York to the league's other top contenders and debate what it will take for the Liberty to capture another WNBA championship.(Sound design by Mike Goodrick)Affiliate Links:Homage: https://homage.sjv.io/winsidr25BreakingT: http://breakingt.com/winsidrFanatics: http://fanatics.93n6tx.net/winsidr ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★
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Winsidr Show - Contenders - Lynx
Jun 1900:38:12Tap to summarizeThis week on the Winsidr Show, we start our contender series with a deep dive into the Minnesota Lynx. Joined by Andrew Dukowitz, we break down one of the WNBA's top teams, discussing the keys to their success, the evolution of the roster, Cheryl Reeve's impact, and how Minnesota has remained among the league's elite despite Napheesa Collier's absence. Plus, we examine Olivia Miles' MVP-level play, the biggest storylines surrounding the Lynx, and whether this team has what it takes to make a championship run.(Sound design by Mike Goodrick)Affiliate Links:Homage: https://homage.sjv.io/winsidr25BreakingT: http://breakingt.com/winsidrFanatics: http://fanatics.93n6tx.net/winsidr ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★
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Winsidr Show - WNBA Truths & Myths
Jun 1200:39:25Tap to summarizeMadisyn Cunningham returns to the Winsidr Show as we take a midseason look around the WNBA. We discuss which teams are contenders and which might be pretenders, examine the increasingly competitive Coach of the Year race, and highlight some of the most overlooked developments of the season. Plus, we talk about the teams that have most changed our opinions since opening night, the best stories around the league, and put several popular WNBA narratives to the test.(Sound design by Mike Goodrick)Affiliate Links:Homage: https://homage.sjv.io/winsidr25BreakingT: http://breakingt.com/winsidrFanatics: http://fanatics.93n6tx.net/winsidr ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★
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Winsidr Show - Quarter into the Season
Jun 500:44:18Tap to summarizeMadisyn Cunningham returns to the Winsidr Show as we dive into some early-season WNBA debates. We hand out our "too early" MVP and Most Improved Player awards, check in on which teams have impressed the most, and discuss who has positioned themselves as the biggest surprises through the first part of the season.We also break out the Panic Meter, debating how concerned fans should be about several teams around the league, before looking ahead to June. Which teams are poised to rise or fall in the standings, and which players are set up for a breakout month? We make our predictions and discuss the storylines we'll be watching closely over the next few weeks.Join our newsletter: https://winsidr.com/newsletter/(Sound design by Mike Goodrick)Affiliate Links:Homage: https://homage.sjv.io/winsidr25BreakingT: http://breakingt.com/winsidrFanatics: http://fanatics.93n6tx.net/winsidr ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★
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Winsidr Show - 15% Into The Season
May 2900:34:07Tap to summarizeIn this episode of the Winsidr Show, Kevin Forch joins us as we take a look around the W with the season already about 15% complete. There’s no shortage of storylines to break down, from the early struggles in Phoenix to the Las Vegas Aces looking midseason if not as dominant to start the year. We also dive into the excitement building around Portland’s hot franchise start and the Los Angeles Sparks continuing their push to return to relevance.With contenders, disappointments, and surprises already emerging across the league, there’s plenty to unpack in this episode.Join our newsletter: https://winsidr.com/newsletter/(Sound design by Mike Goodrick)Affiliate Links:Homage: https://homage.sjv.io/winsidr25BreakingT: http://breakingt.com/winsidrFanatics: http://fanatics.93n6tx.net/winsidr ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★
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