Good Game with Sarah Spain

Multifaceted journalist, creator of Black Rosie Media, and WNBA media voter Erica L. Ayala joins Misha to explain how the New York Liberty bested the Las Vegas Aces in the semifinals, why she sees Sabrina Ionescu as the future of the franchise, and what the Libs have to do to beat the Minnesota Lynx and claim the franchise's first championship. Plus, we call on you to do some eavesdropping, women's sports style. Read the Defector story on the NWSL and San Diego Wave lawsuit here Check out Erica L. Ayala’s Gotta Get Up podcast (and the rest of her pods!) on YouTube here What colorful convos have YOU overheard about women’s sports in the wild? Tell us! Leave us a voicemail at 872-204-5070 or send us a note at [email protected] Follow Sarah on social! X: @SarahSpain Instagram: @Spain2323 Follow producer Misha Jones! X: @mishthejrnalist Instagram: @mishthejrnalist TikTok: @mishthejrnalist Follow producer Alex Azzi! X: @ByAlexAzzi See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Olympic gold medal-winning cyclist Kristen Faulkner joins Sarah to discuss the fascinating strategy that led to her viral win at the Paris Olympics, believing in herself when others didn’t, and coming home with two golds. Plus, discovering cycling in her twenties and the huge gender disparities that still exist in her sport. Also, the WNBA Finals are set, Allyson Felix enters her Alpha era, and hedgehogs get a lil’ love. Read Steph Yang’s story about the Angel City FC NWSL salary cap violations here What sport or event sounds like the absolute worst to you? Tell us! Leave us a voicemail at 872-204-5070 or send us a note at [email protected] Follow Sarah on social! X: @SarahSpain Instagram: @Spain2323 Follow producer Misha Jones! X: @mishthejrnalist Instagram: @mishthejrnalist TikTok: @mishthejrnalist Follow producer Alex Azzi! X: @ByAlexAzzi See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Melissa Ludtke, award-winning journalist and author of the recently released book, Locker Room Talk: A Woman's Struggle to Get Inside, joins Sarah to discuss a serendipitous meeting that helped her realize sports media was her calling, being the only woman assigned to cover Major League Baseball full-time for Sports Illustrated in the mid-70s, and filing – and WINNING – a lawsuit against the MLB. Plus, some folks really don’t understand the concept of personal space. Grab your copy of Melissa’s book here We love to hear from our slices! Leave us a voicemail at 872-204-5070 or send us a note at [email protected] Follow Sarah on social! X: @SarahSpain Instagram: @Spain2323 Follow producer Misha Jones! X: @mishthejrnalist Instagram: @mishthejrnalist TikTok: @mishthejrnalist Follow producer Alex Azzi! X: @ByAlexAzzi See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The WNBA Finals are half-locked, but that other half is a knock-down, drag-out fight. Plus, under-the-table payments come into the light, new developments around the Christine Brennan interview, and a reminder that (friend) love is all you need. Vote for Fat Bear Week here We love to hear from our slices! Leave us a voicemail at 872-204-5070 or send us a note at [email protected] Follow Sarah on social! X: @SarahSpain Instagram: @Spain2323 Follow producer Misha Jones! X: @mishthejrnalist Instagram: @mishthejrnalist TikTok: @mishthejrnalist Follow producer Alex Azzi! X: @ByAlexAzzi See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Chicago Sky commentators and power couple Lisa Byington and Shimmy Miller join Sarah to discuss the roses and thorns of working with each other, what the Sky needs to do to entice players to stick around, and why everyone knowing where and how to watch women’s sports is important. Plus zit stickers, the best kind of sellouts, and the responses slices sent in following Sarah’s interview with Christine Brennan. Check out the list of ROY Caitlin Clark’s 2024 accomplishments here Check out Allison Gale’s fantastic list of NWSL playoff implications here Read the Washington Post’s coverage of SafeSport closing the investigation into Rory Dames here Check out Kelsey Plum’s ex’s …. interesting music video here We love to hear from our slices! Leave us a voicemail at 872-204-5070 or send us a note at [email protected] Follow Sarah on social! X: @SarahSpain Instagram: @Spain2323 Follow producer Misha Jones! X: @mishthejrnalist Instagram: @mishthejrnalist TikTok: @mishthejrnalist Follow producer Alex Azzi! X: @ByAlexAzzi See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

USA Today columnist, best-selling author and longtime commentator Christine Brennan joins Sarah to discuss her reporting on Caitlin Clark, the intent behind it, and her responsibility as part of the WNBA media landscape. Plus, she discusses the Players Association statement directed at her, the questions she asked Connecticut Sun guard DiJonai Carrington after the Sun’s first playoff game against the Indiana Fever, her recent exchange with DeWanna Bonner, and more. We love to hear from our slices! Leave us a voicemail at 872-204-5070 or send us a note at [email protected] Follow Sarah on social! X: @SarahSpain Instagram: @Spain2323 Follow producer Misha Jones! X: @mishthejrnalist Instagram: @mishthejrnalist TikTok: @mishthejrnalist Follow producer Alex Azzi! X: @ByAlexAzzi See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Tennis great Rennae Stubbs joins Sarah to talk the China Open, Naomi Osaka v. Coco Gauff, and what it means that the WTA returned to China after previously boycotting the country. Plus, more NWSL coach turnover, a WNBA positivity dump, and we get jealous of rat health care. Listen to “The Rennae Stubbs Tennis Podcast” here The NWSL’s North Carolina Courage is raising money for Hurricane Helene relief efforts via United Way. You can donate here NWSLPA executive director Meghann Burke, who is based in Asheville, said her community is especially in need of baby supplies. You can donate to the county’s relief efforts here Vote for the NWSL’s Lauren Holiday Impact Award here The college volleyball schedule is here Check out Jordan Robinson’s WNBA “positivity dump” twitter thread here The full WNBA playoff schedule and results are here We love to hear from our slices! Leave us a voicemail at 872-204-5070 or send us a note at [email protected] Follow Sarah on social! X: @SarahSpain Instagram: @Spain2323 Follow producer Misha Jones! X: @mishthejrnalist Instagram: @mishthejrnalist TikTok: @mishthejrnalist Follow producer Alex Azzi! X: @ByAlexAzzi See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Kansas City Current defender Kayla Sharples joins Sarah to talk having hard conversations with coaches and GMs, the move she made from Bay FC to the Current midseason, and the crazy logistics behind a trade. Plus, we finally have some info on the WNBA’s expansion draft, and Alex gets back into her gossip bag (not really… young/old Mish is just late to the party). More details about the Valkyries’ expansion draft are here The full WNBA playoff schedule and results are here Tickets to the NWSL final are on sale now here We love to hear from our slices! Leave us a voicemail at 872-204-5070 or send us a note at [email protected] Follow Sarah on social! X: @SarahSpain Instagram: @Spain2323 Follow producer Misha Jones! X: @mishthejrnalist Instagram: @mishthejrnalist TikTok: @mishthejrnalist Follow producer Alex Azzi! X: @ByAlexAzzi See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Nicole Teeny, host of the ESPN 30 for 30 podcast series GIRL v. HORSE joins Sarah to talk about the new pod, the seizure that changed everything for her, and the impetus to race 50 miles against literal horses. Plus, we get our first taste of the WNBA semifinals, get you hip to the latest WNBPA statement, and pay homage as yet another legend bids her playing career farewell. Listen to Girl v. Horse here See the full Athlos NYC results here Read Annie’s story on Teresa Weatherspoon’s firing here Catch up on the rest of the WNBA awards here and check out the All-Defensive teams here The full WNBA playoff schedule and results are here We love to hear from our slices! Leave us a voicemail at 872-204-5070 or send us a note at [email protected] Follow Sarah on social! X: @SarahSpain Instagram: @Spain2323 Follow producer Misha Jones! X: @mishthejrnalist Instagram: @mishthejrnalist TikTok: @mishthejrnalist Follow producer Alex Azzi! X: @ByAlexAzzi See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jordan Robinson, co-host of the Queens of the Court podcast, and Ben Pickman, women’s basketball writer for The Athletic, join Sarah for the latest edition of “Group Chat” to discuss the upcoming WNBA semifinals and why the league’s statement calling out racism was too little, too late. Plus, Sarah calls bullshit on Captain Dick Rocket and a company offering bets on Angel Reese’s dating life. Follow Jordan here Follow Ben here Listen to Queens of the Court here Listen to The Athletic Women’s Basketball Show here Read the Philadelphia Inquirer’s full story on a potential WNBA expansion team here Check out Nancy Armour’s column on why Caitlin Clark needs to call out toxic fans here The NWSL schedule is here The college volleyball schedule is here The college hockey schedule is here The full WNBA playoff schedule and results are here We love to hear from our slices! Leave us a voicemail at 872-204-5070 or send us a note at [email protected] Follow Sarah on social! X: @SarahSpain Instagram: @Spain2323 Follow producer Misha Jones! X: @mishthejrnalist Instagram: @mishthejrnalist TikTok: @mishthejrnalist Follow producer Alex Azzi! X: @ByAlexAzzi See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Sarah talks WNBA Playoffs and award announcements, gets you hip to the hottest new track event and offers up a "What The Fact" that’ll raise your blood pressure. Plus producers Mish and Alex join Sarah to dish on the Aces-Liberty semifinal series, and the show calls in a ringer for a review about ultrarunning drama. And another reminder to check your voter registration, think about what issues matter to you most, and vote! Check out Syd Colson’s… creative… shoe launch video here Watch the hilarious trailer for Season 1 of the Syd & TP show here The full WNBA playoff schedule and results are here We love to hear from our slices! Leave us a voicemail at 872-204-5070 or send us a note at [email protected] Follow Sarah on social! X: @SarahSpain Instagram: @Spain2323 Follow producer Misha Jones! X: @mishthejrnalist Instagram: @mishthejrnalist TikTok: @mishthejrnalist Follow producer Alex Azzi! X: @ByAlexAzzi See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Las Vegas Aces beat reporter Callie Fin (Lawson-Freeman) of the Las Vegas Review-Journal joins Sarah to talk about A’ja Wilson’s g’reatness, Kate Martin’s super power, the moments Syd Colson gets serious and how the Aces have stayed focused in pursuit of a Threepeat. Plus, college volleyball does numbers and did y’all know basketball is a contact sport?! Follow Callie here Read her stories here Check out Lyndsey D’Arcangelo’s story about our interview with Cheryl Reeve here The ESPN NCAA volleyball schedule can be found here The full WNBA playoff schedule and results are here We love to hear from our slices! Leave us a voicemail at 872-204-5070 or send us a note at [email protected] Follow Sarah on social! X: @SarahSpain Instagram: @Spain2323 Follow producer Misha Jones! X: @mishthejrnalist Instagram: @mishthejrnalist TikTok: @mishthejrnalist Follow producer Alex Azzi! X: @ByAlexAzzi See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Connecticut Sun beat reporter Emily Adams of the Hartford Courant joins Sarah to talk about how the Sun locked down Caitlin Clark & the Fever in Game 1, whether this could be the year the Sun FINALLY win a championship, and how a pair of WNBA power couples make it work on and off the court. Plus, first-timers at the White House, your girlfriend’s new favorite actress, and the deets about who and what you’ve been creepin’ on. Follow Emily Adams here Peep the WNBA playoff schedule and results here Check out Kim Ye-Ji x MLB in Vogue Korea here We love to hear from our slices! Leave us a voicemail at 872-204-5070 or send us a note at [email protected] Follow Sarah on social! X: @SarahSpain Instagram: @Spain2323 Follow producer Misha Jones! X: @mishthejrnalist Instagram: @mishthejrnalist TikTok: @mishthejrnalist Follow producer Alex Azzi! X: @ByAlexAzzi See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Minnesota Lynx head coach Cheryl Reeve joins Sarah to talk WNBA playoffs, being a Virgo queen, and dealing with criticism while serving as head coach of USA Basketball. P’lus, we’re a’dding a’postrophes t’o e’verything a’fter A’ja Wilson w’as n’amed M’VP. Watch a snippet of A’ja’s MVP speech here Check out Ellie’s Sabrina 2’s here The full list of AP award winners can be found here The complete WNBA playoff schedule and results can be found here We love to hear from our slices! Leave us a voicemail at 872-204-5070 or send us a note at [email protected] Follow Sarah on social! X: @SarahSpain Instagram: @Spain2323 Follow producer Misha Jones! X: @mishthejrnalist Instagram: @mishthejrnalist TikTok: @mishthejrnalist Follow producer Alex Azzi! X: @ByAlexAzzi See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Orlando Pride defenders Emily Sams and Kylie Strom join Sarah to talk about what it’s like to be part of a brick wall. Plus, how do you pack a suitcase for the Olympics and what’s it like to go from worst to first? Sarah also makes her best guesses at how the WNBA regular season wrapped up – find out how close she was to reality! Feeling like our WNBA playoff matchups were a little lacking? A more complete schedule is here The NWSL schedule is here Playa Society WNBA merch can be found here Round21 WNBA merch is available here And that WNBA Portland Nike tee that we mentioned is here We love to hear from our slices! Leave us a voicemail at 872-204-5070 or send us a note at [email protected] Follow Sarah on social! X: @SarahSpain Instagram: @Spain2323 Follow producer Misha Jones! X: @mishthejrnalist Instagram: @mishthejrnalist TikTok: @mishthejrnalist Follow producer Alex Azzi! X: @ByAlexAzzi See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Two of Sarah’s faves, Elle Duncan and Monica McNutt, join the show for a WNBA-centric Group Chat! They discuss why many early-season takes were so ill-informed, try to define Diana Taurasi’s legacy, and debate whether this is the year the Liberty finally win a championship. Plus, Portland’s getting a W team, and you’ve got some awesome DT memories. Follow Elle on X here Listen to/watch The Elle Duncan Show here Follow Monica on X here Check out all tonight’s WNBA games here Follow WNBA Portland and The Sports Bra What is your favorite Diana Taurasi memory? We wanna hear about it! Leave us a voicemail at 872-204-5070 or send us a note at [email protected] Follow Sarah on social! X: @SarahSpain Instagram: @Spain2323 Follow producer Misha Jones! X: @mishthejrnalist Instagram: @mishthejrnalist TikTok: @mishthejrnalist Follow producer Alex Azzi! X: @ByAlexAzzi See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Sports broadcaster Cari Champion joins Sarah to discuss her new podcast series, “The Making of a Rivalry: Caitlin Clark vs Angel Reese,” why there are so few good faith conversations about the two standout rookies and how the WNBA will react to an increase in misogynoir. Plus, an update on Jordan Chiles’ bronze medal saga, prepping for a 15th WNBA team, and a reminder to do your civic duty. Register to vote here Already registered? Double check your voter registration status here Check out pilot Syd Colson here Follow photographer Bri Lewerke here Fight us! Who are your picks for WNBA MVP, Rookie of the Year, Defensive Player of the Year, Coach of the Year, Most Improved Player, and Sixth Player of the Year? What is your favorite Diana Taurasi memory? We wanna hear about it! Leave us a voicemail at 872-204-5070 or send us a note at [email protected] Follow Sarah on social! X: @SarahSpain Instagram: @Spain2323 Follow producer Misha Jones! X: @mishthejrnalist Instagram: @mishthejrnalist TikTok: @mishthejrnalist Follow producer Alex Azzi! X: @ByAlexAzzi See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Big Randy/Phil Landes of the golf site No Laying Up joins Sarah to explain why he has two names, talk shirtless celebrations and smokin’ heaters on the course, and share how the LPGA and its broadcast partners need to do a better job of building the women’s game. Plus, a couple of balls for A’ja Wilson, gathering flowers for Diana Taurasi and some statue news! Follow Randy on X here Check out all of No Laying Up’s content here Watch the hilarious sketch about an all-women’s country club here What is your favorite Diana Taurasi memory? We wanna hear about it! Send us a note at [email protected] or leave us a voicemail at 872-204-5070 Follow Sarah on social! X: @SarahSpain Instagram: @Spain2323 Follow producer Misha Jones! X: @mishthejrnalist Instagram: @mishthejrnalist TikTok: @mishthejrnalist Follow producer Alex Azzi! X: @ByAlexAzzi See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

WNBA single-season records are falling left and right, so we put them in context with a much-needed “Yes, And.” Plus, Mish helps us wrap our heads around the Washington Mystics’ miraculous turnaround and Alex has been doing her best TLC impression (she creeps, yeaaah, she keeps it on the down low). Check out Trinity Rodman’s night-night celly here View the WNBA schedule for the remainder of the regular season here Follow Rising Media Stars on IG here or on X here Are you a sneaky look-but-don’t-comment member of a Facebook, Reddit or other social media group? We wanna hear about it! Send us a note at [email protected] or leave us a voicemail at 872-204-5070 Follow Sarah on social! X: @SarahSpain Instagram: @Spain2323 Follow producer Misha Jones! X: @mishthejrnalist Instagram: @mishthejrnalist TikTok: @mishthejrnalist Follow producer Alex Azzi! X: @ByAlexAzzi See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Chicago Sky reporter Annie Costabile joins Sarah to discuss Angel Reese’s impact on and off the court, how the W will respond to the fallout from Cathy Engelbert’s interview, the importance of media literacy, and how if you try to replicate, you’re already behind. Plus, no triskaidekaphobia over here, how ‘bout you? Check out Flavor Flav’s custom bronze clock for Jordan Chiles here Read Annie Costabile’s coverage for the Chicago Sun-Times here Read Callie Lawson-Freeman’s story on the WNBA and Las Vegas Aces response to Dearica Hamby’s lawsuit here The full WNBA schedule – including tune-in info – is here! The full NWSL schedule – including tune-in info – is here! Send us your ridiculous sports rivalries! Shoot us an email at [email protected] or leave us a voicemail at 872-204-5070 Follow Sarah on social! X: @SarahSpain Instagram: @Spain2323 Follow producer Misha Jones! X: @mishthejrnalist Instagram: @mishthejrnalist TikTok: @mishthejrnalist Follow producer Alex Azzi! X: @ByAlexAzzi See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Lyndsey D'Arcangelo and Frankie de la Cretaz join Sarah to discuss their book, Hail Mary: The Rise and Fall of the National Women's Football League. They talk about making big editorial decisions together and the opportunity to give well-deserved attention to the women of the league. Plus, they give their takes on the Cathy Englebert non-answer saga and producer Misha weighs in, too. Get Frankie and Lyndsey’s book here Subscribe to Frankie’s queer sports newsletter here Read Lyndsey’s work at Awful Announcing here Check out the HERRICANES film Frankie mentioned here How did your experience playing sports impact your life down the road? Send us a note at [email protected] or leave us a voicemail at 872-204-5070 Follow Sarah on social! X: @SarahSpain Instagram: @Spain2323 Follow producer Misha Jones! X: @mishthejrnalist Instagram: @mishthejrnalist TikTok: @mishthejrnalist Follow producer Alex Azzi! X: @ByAlexAzzi See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Los Angeles Sparks star Dearica Hamby joins Sarah to discuss the WNBA season, whether she plans to share any 3x3 secrets with her Unrivaled opponents, and the backlash she faced from Aces fans after she filed a federal lawsuit alleging pregnancy discrimination. Plus, Cathy Engelbert misses the mark, two new entries into the Good Game Hall of Fame, and a milkshake brings Sarah and friends to the yard. Read ESPN’s anonymous survey of NWSL GMs here Check out the video of Jill Scott’s live performance of “You Got Me” here The full WNBA schedule can be found here Check out the Women’s Sports Foundation’s latest research on the impact of playing sports on leadership here How did your experience playing sports impact your life down the road? Send us a note at [email protected] or leave us a voicemail at 872-204-5070 Follow Sarah on social! X: @SarahSpain Instagram: @Spain2323 Follow producer Misha Jones! X: @mishthejrnalist Instagram: @mishthejrnalist TikTok: @mishthejrnalist Follow producer Alex Azzi! X: @ByAlexAzzi See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Meg Linehan, senior writer at The Athletic, joins Sarah to talk about Alex Morgan’s sudden retirement, the horrors of AI game recaps, and she even helps answer a “dumb question” from the show. Plus, the PWHL has real team names, Diana Taurasi and the Phoenix Mercury keep playing with our emotions, and the bills are too damn high. Check out the new PWHL team logos here And LOL at Sarah Jenkins’ observation about Toronto’s logo here Listen to Full Time with Meg Linehan here Follow Sarah on social! X: @SarahSpain Instagram: @Spain2323 Follow producer Misha Jones! X: @mishthejrnalist Instagram: @mishthejrnalist TikTok: @mishthejrnalist Follow producer Alex Azzi! X: @ByAlexAzzi See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Paralympic flame has been extinguished, Angel Reese is out for the season, and Alex Morgan has played her final pro game. But it’s not all bad news! On today’s episode, we introduce you to athletes who’ve done double duty at the Olympics and Paralympics, ask you for sponsors gone wrong and shout out a few dudes. Watch Tara Davis-Woodhall and Hunter Woodhall celebrate with their gold medals here Watch Trinity Rodman’s awesome dunk celly and high five with Magic Johnson here Want to see which women have competed at both the Olympics and Paralympics? Here’s that post from Togethxr Follow Sarah on social! X: @SarahSpain Instagram: @Spain2323 Follow producer Misha Jones! X: @mishthejrnalist Instagram: @mishthejrnalist TikTok: @mishthejrnalist Follow producer Alex Azzi! X: @ByAlexAzzi See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

It’s the end of an era. Alex Morgan is retiring and Sarah is still processing. Plus, a late night shoutout to Ellie the Elephant, our favorite football roster submissions (courtesy of a few slices!), and a “What the Fact” about US Open tennis ball equality. Why are the Ballon d’Or nomination photos so weird? A few of our favs can be seen here Want to read more about “close encounters of the athletic kind” and AI in sports writing? Check out this story from the Big Lead The full WNBA schedule – including tune-in info – is here! The full NWSL schedule – including tune-in info – is here! What is your favorite Alex Morgan memory? Send us a note at [email protected] or leave us a voicemail at 872-204-5070 Follow Sarah on social! X: @SarahSpain Instagram: @Spain2323 Follow producer Misha Jones! X: @mishthejrnalist Instagram: @mishthejrnalist TikTok: @mishthejrnalist Follow producer Alex Azzi! X: @ByAlexAzzi See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

An NFL episode? Yep. With a twist! Tennessee Titans and Chicago Bears coaches Lori Locust and Jennifer King join Sarah ahead of their season-opening clash to discuss their career trajectories, women playing football, and whether Sarah’s Bears finally have a good quarterback. Plus, a dip that slaps and the women athletes we’d like to see play football. Get the recipe for Sarah’s favorite tailgate snack here We always love to hear from you. Send us a note at [email protected] or leave us a voicemail at 872-204-5070 Follow Sarah on social! X: @SarahSpain Instagram: @Spain2323 Follow producer Misha Jones! X: @mishthejrnalist Instagram: @mishthejrnalist TikTok: @mishthejrnalist Follow producer Alex Azzi! X: @ByAlexAzzi See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Sarah's living the suite life at the US Open and caught up with tennis greats Lindsay Davenport, Rennae Stubbs and Ilana Kloss. Plus, we dish on a whole lotta Paralympic success, a slice’s addition to our list of name twins, and Sarah gives an honest review of the popular Honey Deuce cocktail. Read more about the Billie Jean King Cup here Listen to The Rennae Stubbs Tennis Podcast here Got a great story about name twins? A doozy about a case of mistaken identity? Send us a note at [email protected] or leave us a voicemail at 872-204-5070 Follow Sarah on social! X: @SarahSpain Instagram: @Spain2323 Follow producer Misha Jones! X: @mishthejrnalist Instagram: @mishthejrnalist TikTok: @mishthejrnalist Follow producer Alex Azzi! X: @ByAlexAzzi See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Sarah’s former ESPN radio co-host Prim Siripipat joins the show to help Sarah prepare for her trip to Flushing Meadows, dish on all the delicious food and drink at the US Open, and answer the most important question of all: What color IS a tennis ball? Plus, an entry into the Good Game Hall of Fame you’re sure to a-door, and producer Alex has twins… name twins! Check out Callie Lawson-Freeman’s story on A’ja Wilson’s white tees here See Diana Taurasi’s sh*t-eatin’ grin for yourself here Got a great story about name twins? A doozy about a case of mistaken identity? Send us a note at [email protected] or leave us a voicemail at 872-204-5070 Follow Sarah on social! X: @SarahSpain Instagram: @Spain2323 Follow producer Misha Jones! X: @mishthejrnalist Instagram: @mishthejrnalist TikTok: @mishthejrnalist Follow producer Alex Azzi! X: @ByAlexAzzi See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Angel City FC’s Sydney Leroux and Ali Riley join Sarah to talk about their Instagram show, BFFR (Be F*cking For Real). Plus, Ali dishes on why she thought Syd was "mean" and "dangerous" when they first met, Syd attempts (and fails) to remember all the teams she’s played for and Ali shares the details of a terrifying contract situation. Plus Sarah tries to stoke a rivalry and both players try to dodge a juicy question. Watch BFFR here! Follow Ali on Instagram Follow Syd on Instagram Watch Syd's Usher impression Got an opinion on the 3 biggest divers in the NWSL? Have a Paralympic question? Send us a note at [email protected] or leave us a voicemail at 872-204-5070 Follow Sarah on social! X: @SarahSpain Instagram: @Spain2323 Follow producer Misha Jones! X: @mishthejrnalist Instagram: @mishthejrnalist TikTok: @mishthejrnalist Follow producer Alex Azzi! X: @ByAlexAzzi See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

We’re kicking off the long weekend with Paralympic records, Chicago Sky drama, and a juicy question about WNBA couples. Plus, producer Mish gives an insightful and analytical answer about whether the Aces will three-peat, while producer Alex goes off vibes alone. A few Paralympic events to watch today (Friday, August 30): 7:30 am ET: USA Wheelchair Rugby vs. Japan 10:00 am ET: USA Wheelchair Basketball vs. Germany 11:45 am ET: Swimming Finals 3:55 pm ET: Track & Field Finals For U.S. viewers, a full Paralympic TV schedule can be found here The full WNBA schedule – including tune-in info – is here! The full NWSL schedule – including tune-in info – is here! All U.S. Open results and upcoming matches can be found here Want to become an investor in the Minnesota Aurora? Details here A longer list of Caitlin Clark’s WNBA records: WNBA rookie record for most assists in a season WNBA rookie record for made threes WNBA rookie record for most games with 25+ points, 5+ rebounds, and 5+ assists WNBA single-game assist record 1st player in league history with 25+ pts, 10+ assists, 5+ rebounds, 5+ steals, and 3+ blocks in a game Indiana Fever single-game assist record Indiana Fever single-season assist record Fastest player in league history to 400 points and 200 assists A longer list of Angel Reese’s WNBA records: WNBA rookie record for most games with 15+ rebounds Recorded the first double-double by a rookie in a WNBA All-Star Game WNBA record for most consecutive games with a double-double in a single season First player in WNBA history to post 20+ rebounds in 3 consecutive games First player in WNBA history to post both 10+ offensive and 10+ defensive rebounds in multiple games First player in WNBA history to log 165+ rebounds, 30+ assists, and 25+ steals through their first 15 games Watch the Portlandia 911 Beets Emergency sketch here Want more WNBA stats? Check out Across The Timeline here Send us your Paralympics questions! Send us a note at [email protected] or leave us a voicemail at 872-204-5070 Follow Sarah on social! X: @SarahSpain Instagram: @Spain2323 Follow producer Misha Jones! X: @mishthejrnalist Instagram: @mishthejrnalist TikTok: @mishthejrnalist Follow producer Alex Azzi! X: @ByAlexAzzi See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Paralympian powerhouses Alana Nichols and Scout Bassett join Sarah to talk about how they got into adaptive sports, cheating in the Paralympics and why the word “inspirational” should be used with care. Plus, hot corn does more than pop, and we get 'ship names from some slices. Follow Alana on X here Follow Scout on X here Read Everyday Feminism’s explainer on empowerment and objectification here Check out the "Pablo Torre Finds Out" episode on cheating in the Paralympics here Send us your Paralympic questions! Send us a note at [email protected] or leave us a voicemail at 872-204-5070 Follow Sarah on social! X: @SarahSpain Instagram: @Spain2323 Follow producer Misha Jones! X: @mishthejrnalist Instagram: @mishthejrnalist TikTok: @mishthejrnalist Follow producer Alex Azzi! X: @ByAlexAzzi See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Paris Paralympics begin today! Sarah talks to Team USA track athlete Noelle Lambert about switching coaches, finding instant success in the long jump, and why she hasn't been able to so much as sniff anything coconut after competing on “Survivor.” Plus, producer Alex shares some Paralympic storylines you need to follow, we ask for some help with a soccer stat, and Sarah calls out a hated workplace phrase she wants to 86 by C.O.B. Watch the Opening Ceremony of the Paris Paralympics at 2pm ET on USA or Peacock Tonight’s WNBA schedule: 7:00pm ET – Connecticut Sun @ Indiana Fever (NBA TV, League Pass) 8:00pm ET – Washington Mystics @ Chicago Sky (League Pass) 10:00pm ET – New York Liberty @ Los Angeles Sparks (NBA TV, League Pass) 10:00pm ET – Minnesota Lynx @ Phoenix Mercury (League Pass) 10:00pm ET – Atlanta Dream @ Seattle Storm (League Pass) Read more about U.S. tennis player Emma Navarro via the NYTimes here Watch the teaser for “Unapologetically Angel” here You know we always love to hear from you! Send us a note at [email protected] or leave us a voicemail at 872-204-5070 Follow Sarah on social! X: @SarahSpain Instagram: @Spain2323 Follow producer Misha Jones! X: @mishthejrnalist Instagram: @mishthejrnalist TikTok: @mishthejrnalist Follow producer Alex Azzi! X: @ByAlexAzzi See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

American tennis pro Taylor Townsend joins Sarah to reflect on winning her first Grand Slam at Wimbledon earlier this year, playing doubles with Boris Kodjoe, and adjusting when shit goes sideways. Plus, a “Yes, And” honoring multi-sport pioneer Althea Gibson, a “Good Game Play of the Day” we should all strive to make, and a not-so-sentimental goodbye to former Chicago Sky mascot, Sky Guy. Read the New York Times story on Althea Gibson here Check out episodes of Fuse TV’s Like A Girl here Follow Taylor Townsend on X here Follow Sam Fischer on Instagram here Check out the adorable picture of Emeri Adames and Megan Rapinoe here You know we always love to hear from you! Send us a note at [email protected] or leave us a voicemail at 872-204-5070 Follow Sarah on social! X: @SarahSpain Instagram: @Spain2323 Follow producer Misha Jones! X: @mishthejrnalist Instagram: @mishthejrnalist TikTok: @mishthejrnalist Follow producer Alex Azzi! X: @ByAlexAzzi See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The NWSL is the first American pro sports league to eliminate the draft and we talk to the people who made it happen. NWSL Players Association president Tori Huster and executive director Meghann Burke join Sarah to talk about the landmark collective bargaining agreement and the “free agency” frenzy that will get underway next week. Plus, the tears flow over jersey retirements (Megan Rapinoe and Maya Moore-Irons in the same weekend?! Why?!) and a lesson on Hall of Fame induction. The 2024 Paris Paralympics begin on Wednesday! Here are a few links to get you up to speed ahead of the Opening Ceremony! Learn more about the Paralympic classification process and the sports that will be contested in Paris here Day-by-day Paralympic schedule, including TV info for U.S. viewers here Read about why so many Paralympians aren’t “participating” here You know we always love to hear from you! Send us a note at [email protected] or leave us a voicemail at 872-204-5070 Follow Sarah on social! X: @SarahSpain Instagram: @Spain2323 Follow producer Misha Jones! X: @mishthejrnalist Instagram: @mishthejrnalist TikTok: @mishthejrnalist Follow producer Alex Azzi! X: @ByAlexAzzi See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Director and producer Jen Karson-Strauss joins Sarah to talk through the process of making “No Place Like Nebraska,” a new E:60 documentary that provides a behind-the-scenes look at Nebraska volleyball. Plus, we outline the highlights of the NWSL’s huge CBA news, answer a great question from a slice, and debut our first ever “Weird Flex, But Okay” courtesy of producer Alex. Watch “No Place Like Nebraska,” which debuts this Sunday at 5pm ET on ESPN and ESPN+. You can stream it here Got questions about strange rules or how playoffs work in your new favorite sport? Send ‘em our way and we’ll do our best to answer! Send us a note at [email protected] or leave us a voicemail at 872-204-5070 Follow Sarah on social! X: @SarahSpain Instagram: @Spain2323 Follow producer Misha Jones! X: @mishthejrnalist Instagram: @mishthejrnalist TikTok: @mishthejrnalist Follow producer Alex Azzi! X: @ByAlexAzzi See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Women’s basketball experts LaChina Robinson and Terrika Foster-Brasby join Sarah to talk which WNBA teams are legit title contenders, a shared hatred of the idiots in their mentions, and a “Fight Me” featuring the best WNBA championship teams of all time. Plus, a shoutout to slices across the globe and venereal disease or candy? Check out the Angel Reese x Reese’s Pieces merch collection here! Follow LaChina on X here! Follow Terrika on X here! Check out Athlos NYC here! You know we always love to hear from you! Send us a note at [email protected] or leave us a voicemail at 872-204-5070 Follow Sarah on social! X: @SarahSpain Instagram: @Spain2323 Follow producer Misha Jones! X: @mishthejrnalist Instagram: @mishthejrnalist TikTok: @mishthejrnalist Follow producer Alex Azzi! X: @ByAlexAzzi See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Athletic staff writer Steph Yang joins Sarah to talk about the USWNT winning gold, reports of a new NWSL CBA and San Diego hiring Landon Donovan as interim head coach. Plus, the return of No Dumb Questions, we ride a rollercoaster with a USWNT legend, and producer Alex goes on a field trip! Follow Steph Yang on X here Bookmark The Athletic's women's soccer hub here Listen to Full Time with Meg Linehan here You know we always love to hear from you! Send us a note at [email protected] or leave us a voicemail at 872-204-5070 Follow Sarah on social! X: @SarahSpain Instagram: @Spain2323 Follow producer Misha Jones! X: @mishthejrnalist Instagram: @mishthejrnalist TikTok: @mishthejrnalist Follow producer Alex Azzi! X: @ByAlexAzzi See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Indiana Fever beat reporter Chloe Peterson of the IndyStar joins Sarah to talk about the Fever’s ascent, how Caitlin Clark has been used to fuel culture wars, and the moment Chloe realized that Clark was a big deal. Plus, Becky Hammon responds to Dearica Hamby’s lawsuit, A’ja Wilson and Bam Adebayo’s soft launch, and we celebrate some sold out soccer. Read more about Dearica Hamby’s lawsuit here From the vault… Read the story Chloe Peterson wrote in 2020, headlined, “Iowa women’s basketball freshman Caitlin Clark poised to make immediate impact” here Single-match tickets for League One Volleyball – launching in January 2025 – are now available for purchase You know we always love to hear from you! Send us a note at [email protected] or leave us a voicemail at 872-204-5070 Follow Sarah on social! X: @SarahSpain Instagram: @Spain2323 Follow producer Misha Jones! X: @mishthejrnalist Instagram: @mishthejrnalist TikTok: @mishthejrnalist Follow producer Alex Azzi! X: @ByAlexAzzi See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Sarah turns [redacted]! And, producer Mish hops in the mix to dish on the first week of WNBA action post-Olympic break, including why Caitlin Clark and the Indiana Fever might ruin a team’s season come playoff time. Plus, some TOP TIER “sportsmanship,” a “What The Fact” that shows how much work needs to be done before we achieve equity in coaching, and a team of footballers worthy of entry into the “Good Game Hall of Fame.” Listen to producer Mish on “Gotta Get Up!” here Read the first book in the Good Game Book Club, “The National Team” by Caitlin Murray here Check out the College Coaching Report Card from the Tucker Center for Research on Girls and Women in Sport and WeCoach here You know we always love to hear from you! Send us a note at [email protected] or leave us a voicemail at 872-204-5070 Follow Sarah on social! And wish her a happy belated birthday! X: @SarahSpain Instagram: @Spain2323 Follow producer Misha Jones! X: @mishthejrnalist Instagram: @mishthejrnalist TikTok: @mishthejrnalist Follow producer Alex Azzi! X: @ByAlexAzzi See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

It’s a jam-packed episode, y’all. Olympic 100m hurdles gold medalist Masai Russell tells Sarah about why she’s working out just days after winning in Paris, the DMV’s secret sauce and how her failures helped her reach the top of the sports world. Plus, former pro cyclist and forever activist Kathryn Bertine discusses the history of the Tour de France Femmes and why equality in cycling is still a long way away. Read Kathryn Bertine’s memoir, Stand, watch her film, Half the Road & check out Homestretch Foundation Watch the 2024 Tour de France Femmes! Here’s a schedule / TV info Read more about where Jordan Chiles’ case stands here Live in the D.C. area? Celebrate the USWNT’s win and the Triple Espresso with a drink paid for by the NWSL’s Washington Spirit. Details here Friday night’s WNBA schedule: Seattle Storm @ Atlanta Dream - 7:30pm ET Phoenix Mercury @ Indiana Fever - 7:30 ET Connecticut Sun @ Dallas Wings - 9:30 ET Full WNBA schedule is here A few highlights from this weekend’s college soccer schedule: #2 Stanford plays UC Irvine @ 4pm ET Sunday – ACC ESPN Network #5 Clemson faces High Point @ 5pm ET Sunday – ACC ESPN Network #1 FSU takes on North Florida @ 6pm ET Sunday – ACC ESPN Network You know we always love to hear from you! Send us a note at [email protected] or leave us a voicemail at 872-204-5070 Follow Sarah on social! X: @SarahSpain Instagram: @Spain2323 Follow producer Misha Jones! X: @mishthejrnalist Instagram: @mishthejrnalist TikTok: @mishthejrnalist Follow producer Alex Azzi! X: @ByAlexAzzi See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Reporters Erica L. Ayala and Lindsay Schnell just left Paris and have stories to tell about witnessing USA Basketball's quest for an eighth straight gold medal. Plus, a potential status upgrade for the runner-ups of the world and a “Fight Me!” featuring non-basketball athletes who would shine in a game of 3-on-3. Check out the full WNBA Schedule here! Phoenix Mercury @ Chicago Sky, 8pm ET on Prime Washington Mystics @ Minnesota Lynx, 8pm ET on ESPN3 and League Pass New York Liberty @ Los Angeles Sparks, 9pm ET on ESPN WNBA Games to watch tonight: Check out Lindsay Schnell’s story about player-parents on the USA Basketball team here! Check out Erica L. Ayala’s work at Black Rosie Media here! You know we always love to hear from you! Send us your "Fight Me" submissions to [email protected] or leave us a voicemail at 872-204-5070 Follow Sarah on social! X: @SarahSpain Instagram: @Spain2323 Follow producer Misha Jones! X: @mishthejrnalist Instagram: @mishthejrnalist TikTok: @mishthejrnalist Follow producer Alex Azzi! X: @ByAlexAzzi See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Khristina Williams, host of “In Case You Missed It with Khristina Williams,” joins to preview the second half of the WNBA season. Plus, everyone watches women’s sports (duh), an explanation of why the Paralympics require patience, and a primer on a new pro women’s soccer league. Listen to “In Case You Missed It with Khristina Williams” here Check out the bronze clock necklace Flavor Flav made for Jordan Chiles here Want to try baking those famous chocolate chip muffins yourself? The recipe is here Watch Ellie celebrate World Elephant Day with Ciara here Sportico’s report about the new NWSL CBA is here You know we always love to hear from you! Send us a note at [email protected] or leave us a voicemail at 872-204-5070 Follow Sarah on social! X: @SarahSpain Instagram: @Spain2323 Follow producer Misha Jones! X: @mishthejrnalist Instagram: @mishthejrnalist TikTok: @mishthejrnalist Follow producer Alex Azzi! X: @ByAlexAzzi See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Paris Olympics were a wild ride! They might be over but stay strapped in, cause we’re giving you our Olympic highs and lows, info on how to keep watching your favorite women athletes from the Games, and a *teensy-weensy* dose of Sarah’s inner ugly American. The story we mentioned about UNC soccer can be found here The 2024 WNBA schedule is here The 2024 NWSL schedule is here Athletes Unlimited Softball schedule is here Watch some of Raygun’s “moves” here Our favorite Raygun memes can be found here, here and here Check out Tom Daley’s website for knitting kits, crochet tools, and so much more Keep sending your haikus! The IOC might not award Olympic medals in poetry anymore, but maybe we will! Send us a note at [email protected] or leave us a voicemail at 872-204-5070 Follow Sarah on social! X: @SarahSpain Instagram: @Spain2323 Follow producer Misha Jones! X: @mishthejrnalist Instagram: @mishthejrnalist TikTok: @mishthejrnalist Follow producer Alex Azzi! X: @ByAlexAzzi See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Paris Olympics concluded with plenty of drama and last-minute heroics—we’re here to unpack it all, from USA Basketball’s gold medal slugfest to Emma Hayes making USWNT captain Lindsey Horan cry. Plus, a full breakdown of the gymnastics drama surrounding Jordan Chiles’ bronze medal and some Olympic history that even producer Alex didn’t know! Read more about the history of the Tour de France Femmes via this 2022 story that producer Alex wrote and – if you want to learn more – check out Kathryn Bertine’s memoir, Stand Want to watch the 2024 Tour de France Femmes? Here’s a schedule / TV info Read more about the history of Olympic poetry here Send us your haikus! The IOC might not award Olympic medals in poetry anymore, but maybe we will! Send us a note at [email protected] or leave us a voicemail at 872-204-5070 Follow Sarah on social! X: @SarahSpain Instagram: @Spain2323 Follow producer Misha Jones! X: @mishthejrnalist Instagram: @mishthejrnalist TikTok: @mishthejrnalist Follow producer Alex Azzi! X: @ByAlexAzzi See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Start your weekend early by indulging in a charcuterie board of Olympic stories! As the Paris Games wind down, we feast on the U.S. basketball dynasty, nibble at the breaking competition and feed you a wrestling story you need to know. Plus, statues you wanna see and astronauts we wanna rescue. Submit your suggestion for the Toronto WNBA team name here Check out Angel Reese’s Reebok collection here Watch Sha’Carri Richardson anchor the U.S. 4x100m relay team in prelims here Read more about Vinesh Phogat and the protests she led here Follow Erica L. Ayala’s Olympic coverage @blackrosiemedia A few Olympic events to watch today (Friday, August 9) 9:00am ET - Diving individual springboard final 10:00am ET - Breakdancing round robin 11:30am ET - USA basketball semifinal vs. Australia 1:30pm ET - 4x100m relay final 2:00pm ET - Field hockey gold medal game 2:15pm ET - Heptathlon concludes with the 800-meter race 4:30pm ET - Beach volleyball gold medal match Follow Sarah on social! X: @SarahSpain Instagram: @Spain2323 Follow producer Misha Jones! X: @mishthejrnalist Instagram: @mishthejrnalist TikTok: @mishthejrnalist Follow producer Alex Azzi! X: @ByAlexAzzi See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Former USWNT soccer stars Sam Mewis and Becky Sauerbrunn join Sarah to talk post-match eats, the Emma Hayes era, and preview the USA v. Brazil gold medal match. Plus, a Whopper with a side of gold (extra salt) and proof that when one person cheats, everybody loses. Check out the hilarious social media trend from the top of the show here! Listen to Sam Mewis's podcast, "The Women's Game" here. Make sure to check out the "Good Vibes FC" episodes, where Sam is joined by Becky Sauerbrunn and Lynn Williams! Videos here. More on the Korbin Albert situation here. Learn more about venture capitalist-turned-cyclist Kristen Faulkner here! Watch the US Artistic Swimmers moonwalk upside down here! A few Olympic events to watch today (Thursday, August 8) 7:40am ET: Kayak Four 500m final 10:00am ET: USA Volleyball v. Brazil 10:37am ET: Sailing Kite final 1:01pm ET: Cycling Track Keirin final 1:35pm ET: Track & Field 1500m semifinal 1:35pm ET: USA Water Polo v. Australia 2:00pm ET: Long Jump final 3:25pm ET: Track & Field 400m Hurdles final 2:37pm ET: Taekwondo 57kg final 4:51pm ET: Boxing 54kg final Follow Sarah on social! X: @SarahSpain Instagram: @Spain2323 Follow producer Misha Jones! X: @mishthejrnalist Instagram: @mishthejrnalist TikTok: @mishthejrnalist Follow producer Alex Azzi! X: @ByAlexAzzi See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Rose Eveleth, host of the Tested podcast, joins Sarah to gender verification testing in track and field, how efforts to achieve fairness exclude some women from competing, the boxing controversy in these Olympics and how sports are wrestling with human sex not being binary. Plus, a reminder to turn in your homework and a USWNT moment that has the show reimagining international soccer’s Golden Boot award. Subscribe and listen to Rose Eveleth’s podcast series, Tested Here! Read the Scientific American Story that Sarah mentions Here! A few Olympic events to watch today (Wednesday, August 7) 12:15pm ET: Pole Vault final 1:28pm ET: Cycling Track Team Pursuit final 2:45pm ET: Track & Field 400m semifinal 3:19pm ET: Taekwondo 49kg final 3:30pm ET: Basketball quarterfinals: USA vs. Nigeria 3:30pm ET: Boxing Featherweight semifinals Follow Sarah on social! X: @SarahSpain Instagram: @Spain2323 Follow producer Misha Jones! X: @mishthejrnalist Instagram: @mishthejrnalist TikTok: @mishthejrnalist Follow producer Alex Azzi! X: @ByAlexAzzi See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Sarah gets perspective on Olympic pressure from someone who knows it well but isn’t currently enduring it, American cross-country skier and Winter Games gold medalist Jessie Diggins. Diggins talks watching versus competing, the post-Olympic letdown, and how society reacts to athlete emotions. Plus, a USWNT v. Germany soccer preview, the results of our Chicago-style vote on listener names, and we hear your favorite Olympic memories! Check out Jordan Chiles’ reaction to earning the bronze medal in the gymnastics floor competition here! And watch her 90’s-inspired floor routine at the 2023 NCAA semifinals here! Learn more about Kimia Yousofi’s message to the Taliban here! Learn more about The Emily Program here! Check out Jessie Diggins’s book “Brave Enough” here! Check your US voter registration status here! A few Olympic events to watch today (Tuesday, August 6) 4:00am ET: Equestrian Jumping Individual final 8:43am ET: Sailing Dinghy medal race 9:00am ET: Diving 10m Platform final 11:30am ET: Skateboarding Park final 12:15pm ET: Wrestling 68kg Freestyle final 1:57pm ET: Track & Field Hammer Throw final 3:14pm ET: Track & Field 3000m Steeplechase final 3:30pm ET: Boxing Lightweight final 3:40pm ET: Track & Field 200m final 4:00pm ET: Beach Volleyball – Hughes/Cheng vs. Switzerland (quarterfinal) Follow Sarah on social! X: @SarahSpain Instagram: @Spain2323 Follow producer Misha Jones! X: @mishthejrnalist Instagram: @mishthejrnalist TikTok: @mishthejrnalist Follow producer Alex Azzi! X: @ByAlexAzzi See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this episode, Sarah gives flowers to medaling Olympians from smaller countries and shouts out her fellow "olds." Plus, producer Alex answers your burning Olympic questions, we consider how drag queens could get more involved at the Olympics and a marble-ous “Yes, And!” you shouldn't take for granite. Check out Sierra Rooney’s study on monuments to historical women here! Check out Diana Moskovitz’s story on spotter rules in gymnastics here! Check out ESPN’s documentary “144” about the 2020 WNBA bubble season here! A few Olympic events to watch today (Monday, August 5) 4:50am ET: Badminton Singles Gold final 6:38am ET: Gymnastics Balance Beam final 8:23am ET: Gymnastics Floor Exercise final 10:55am ET: Kayak Cross final 11:30am ET: USA 3X3 v. Spain (semifinal) 1:59pm ET: Track Cycling Team Sprint final 2:30pm ET: Discus final 3:15pm ET: Track 5000m final 3:47pm ET: Track 800m final Follow Sarah on social! X: @SarahSpain Instagram: @Spain2323 Follow producer Misha Jones! X: @mishthejrnalist Instagram: @mishthejrnalist TikTok: @mishthejrnalist Follow producer Alex Azzi! X: @ByAlexAzzi See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ari Saperstein, host of the gymnastics podcast, Blind Landing, joins Sarah to talk about the individual all-around final, Simone Biles’ greatness and his list of athletes to watch in this weekend’s apparatus finals. Plus, Olympic boxing blows up the internet and all the Paris tea you can handle. Vote on our listener names! Here’s the link to make your voice heard! Listen to Ari’s podcast, Blind Landing Follow Lindsay Gibbs and subscribe to her Power Plays newsletter! On Twitter, follow Ari here and Blind Landing here A few Olympic events to watch today (Friday, August 2): 7:00am ET: USA 3x3 Basketball vs. France 12:30pm ET: USA Water Polo vs. France 2:30pm ET: Swimming 800m Final 3:50pm ET: BMX Racing Final 4:00pm ET: Beach Volleyball - Hughes/Cheng vs. Germany Follow Sarah on social! X: @SarahSpain Instagram: @Spain2323 Follow producer Misha Jones! X: @mishthejrnalist Instagram: @mishthejrnalist TikTok: @mishthejrnalist Follow producer Alex Azzi! X: @ByAlexAzzi See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.