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Lexie Brown and Mariah Rose cover all the breaking news in the league, from the WNBA Draft night to more free agency moves. They touch on “Balloon Gate,” Mariah’s Justin Bieber cosplay, and the first millionaire draft class. Also, they discuss UCLA’s record breaking night, Flau’jae’s draft night trade bringing her to the Storm, and how it’s all about the money this season.

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On today’s episode of Full Circle, Lexie and Mariah react to the first bomb of WNBA free agency! The ladies also discuss the Women’s National Championship weekend and the Geno Auriemma and Dawn Staley of it all. Later, Lexie and Mariah dive into how the new CBA may improve how rookies are valued around the league. And things draw to a close when the ladies give out their flowers for the week. 

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Lexie and Mariah are joined by WNBA Players association president and 10x WNBA Allstar Nneka Ogwumike for a conversation all about HER. First, they discuss her upbringing in basketball and her experiences that helped her evolve into a fearless leader. Later, they discuss notable moments of her career, bringing back WNBA rivalries, and of course the process in reaching the latest CBA. 

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On today’s episode of Full Circle, Lexie and Mariah give their reactions to latest in the women's college basketball tournament including the dominance of UConn and the upcoming Sweet 16 matchups, as well as some notable coaching moments. Later, the ladies discuss the CBA that was agreed upon by the WNBA players.

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On today’s episode of Full Circle, Lexie and Mariah open the show giving Michael B. Jordan his flowers after his big Oscar win. Then the ladies have a quick CBA update followed by discussion of Lexie’s experience attending UCLA’s gymnastics meet over the weekend and the importance of women supporting women. Later, the ladies continue previewing women's college basketball with more popstar parallels!

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On today’s episode of Full Circle, Lexie and Mariah dive deep into women’s college hoops. The ladies react to Duke winning the ACC championship back to back, UCLA winning the Big Ten Championship and the lack of coverage compared to USC, and more! Later, the ladies assign a pop star personality to each national championship contender.

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On today’s episode of Full Circle, Lexie and Mariah dive into the finales of Athletes Unlimited and Unrivaled. Then they discuss and appreciate the layers of WNBA fandom, and how much it’s changed and evolved. Later, the ladies preview the women’s conference tournaments then finish up giving flowers for women that stand on business. 

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On today’s episode of Full Circle, Mariah returns after her time in Italy covering the Winter Olympics. Lexie and Mariah discuss the importance of the celebration and alliance between men and women in sports. Then, on the heels of monumental news, they discuss a major update regarding WNBA revenue sharing. Finally in true Lexie fashion, she shares her thoughts about the WNBA salary cap. 

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On this week's episode, Lexie is flying solo as she reacts to NBA All-Star weekend, Unrivaled's one on one tournament, and the latest in women's college hoops. Later, Lexie discusses her latest week at AU and then closes things out with a conversation around Valentine's Day and setting standards for your dating life.

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On today’s episode of Full Circle, Lexie and Mariah react to Bad Bunny’s spectacle of a Super Bowl halftime show. Then Then they discuss some news in college hoops, including Duke’s undefeated conference record and Tennessee’s mid season chemistry struggles. Later, the ladies discuss Lexie’s first week as captain in AU and the latest in CBA negotiations.

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On today’s episode of Full Circle, Lexie and Mariah discuss the latest in the ongoing CBA negotiations and breakdown some of things holding up an agreement from being reached. Later the ladies discuss how and why Athletes Unlimited has become such an important part of the women’s basketball ecosystem, and how Lexie drafted her team for week one. Finally, things draw to a close as Lexie and Mariah give out their flowers for the week.

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On today’s episode of Full Circle, Lexie and Mariah react to not only what’s going on in Minnesota, but also the reaction of athletes, specifically Breanna Stewart using her platform to protest the to protest the recent events. Later, the ladies discuss the role of athletes and public figures as it pertains to speaking on social issues.

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On today’s episode of Full Circle, Lexie and Mariah reflect on the impact of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. and the expectations to continue to keep his message alive. They also discuss growing up and navigating as black girls in predominantly white spaces. Later, the ladies discuss updates in the Unrivaled standings before giving out their flowers for the week.

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Lexie and Mariah are back for another episode of Full Circle. The ladies kick things off with a discussion about Netflix’s ‘His and Hers’ as well as the ‘Sinners’ and ‘Marty Supreme’ battle at awards shows. Later, they get into basketball including discussions about which Unrivaled team will give the Rose a run for their money. Later, they briefly discus CBA negotiations and give out flowers for the week.

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Lexie and Mariah are back for the first Full Circle of 2026! And to kick things off, the ladies are talking New Year's resolutions and celebrating Mariah’s TikTok award. Later, they dive into unrivaled season kicking off, why people hate greatness, and more! 

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Azzi and Ashanti bring Coach Geno Auriemma into the FAFO studio, and he shows a side fans usually don't get to see. Geno opens up about what Azzi is really like in practice, why he rarely has to yell at her, and what he hopes to see from her in her last season.

The crew mix laughs with real talk — diving into NIL, the transfer portal, and how the game is shifting — before putting Geno through a no-escape lightning round. Expect shimmy debates, his thoughts on his TikTok edits and Azzi's on court moment that made him say 'What The Fudd?'"

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Grab your pajamas and hot cocoa, because today is a special Christmas Eve edition of Full Circle! Listen as Lexie and Mariah discuss their favorite holiday traditions. Happy Holidays!

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In this re-run episode of Full Circle, Lexie and Mariah sit down with Terri Jackson, the Executive Director of the Women's National Basketball Players Association. They dive into Terri’s journey with the player's union, how she prepared for this role, the trials and tribulations of CBA negotiations, and why backing player moms and retirees is a must. The three break down the top priorities for players heading into CBA discussions, the misconceptions surrounding new leagues like AU and Unrivaled, and what the WNBA could look like in the next decade. This episode originally published Febuary 12, 2025.

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This week, Azzi and Ashanti are joined by basketball icon Sue Bird, and it’s giving legend energy from the jump. They swap UConn stories — yes, the CD games, the pantyhose era, all of it — and talk about how much the game (and the world) has changed since Sue’s college days.

Sue opens up about leadership, what confidence really looks like, and how to handle the pressure that comes with being that girl on and off the court. Azzi and Ashanti even force Sue to rate some of her classic fits throughout the years. 

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It’s the season finale of Full Circle, and to celebrate, Lexie and Mariah are sharing their origin stories. Mariah shares her journey with Hoops for Hotties, while Lexie shares her college basketball journey along with her start with social media. Later, the ladies discuss what they’ve learned about current sports fandom as well as some of the "Wicked: For Good” backlash. As things draw to a close, Lexie and Mariah discuss CBA updates followed by their goals for the next season of Full Circle.

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On today’s episode of Full Circle, Lexie is joined by Phoenix Mercury center Kalani Brown. Along the way, they discuss growing up in a basketball household, her time coached under Kim Mulkey at Baylor, and the ups and downs of her career. Kalani also speaks on her first WNBA Finals run and what’s next for her. Tune in to hear her journey — as unfiltered and real as the game she plays.

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On today’s episode of Full Circle, Lexie and Mariah open the show discussing the latest news in CBA negotiations. Then, the duo dive into women’s college basketball! They address shake ups in the top 25 rankings, players to keep your eye on, and how NIL has disrupted college sports.

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On today’s episode of Full Circle, Lexie and Mariah are joined by ESPN basketball analyst Andraya Carter! The three dive into Lexie and Andraya’s childhood friendship and Andraya’s basketball career. They also discuss Andraya’s career ending injuries at Tennessee and her transition to sports broadcasting. Later, they get into Andraya’s success with the Big Three as well as general WNBA conversation.

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On this episode of Full Circle, Lexie Brown and Mariah Rose are live from Brandweek sharing their takes on the growing pains of the WNBA – from CBA negotiations and player support to the changes in media coverage. They reflect on the future of women’s sports, and the importance of creating a platform where players can take back the mic and advocate for better conditions.

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On this episode of Full Circle, Lexie and Mariah kick things off with a quick celebration of Lexie’s birthday! Then they discuss the Seattle Storm hiring Sonia Raman as head coach and the New York Liberty’s vacant coach position. They also dive into the future landscape of the W for coaches with so many players in free agency and the new CBA potentially giving more power to the players. Later, they discuss expansion teams and which new team will win a WNBA title first.

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On today’s episode, Lexie and Mariah are answering your submitted questions! Are the Aces a dynasty? What would you like to see more of in the W next season? What would a WNBA lockout look like? All these questions and more are on the menu for today’s mailbag.

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On today’s episode of Full Circle, Lexie and Mariah give flowers to the 2025 WNBA Champions, the Las Vegas Aces! Along the way, they praise both A’ja Wilson and Jackie Young for leading the team to their third championship in 4 years. Lexie and Mariah also take some time to reflect on what went wrong for the Phoenix Mercury in this series. Later, they discuss the state of relations between players and owners ahead of the CBA expiring.

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On this episode of Full Circle, Lexie Brown and Mariah Rose check in on the WNBA finals. They discuss the Mercury’s challenges in the finals against the Aces and join the conversation around Napheesa Collier’s recent comments about Commissioner Cathy Engelbert during her exit interview. They also discuss the ongoing CBA negotiations, highlight player performances, and dig into the impact of officiating. 

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On this episode of Full Circle, Lexie opens the show reminding the haters to put some respect on her name! Then the ladies discuss what to expect in game five as the Aces and Fever duke it out for a chance to make the WNBA Finals. Later, they discuss the Mercury making the finals, what elimination means for the Lynx, and of course all the referee controversy coming from the series.

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On today’s episode of Full Circle, Lexie and Mariah discuss the Storm’s season coming to a close and the coaching staff being let go after playoff elimination. They also discuss A’ja Wilson’s historic fourth MVP award. Along the way, the ladies discuss the rest of the first round, including the Atlanta Dream getting bounced by the Indiana Fever.

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On this episode of Full Circle, Lexie Brown and Mariah Rose do a deep dive into the playoffs from the Storm’s challenges against the Aces, to the Lynx’s dominance over the Valkyries. They also discuss how the physicality and length of the WNBA season has affected teams in the post season. 

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In this episode, Lexie Brown and Mariah Rose discuss the finale of the regular season and the ongoing WNBA playoffs race. They focus on the importance of the critical match against the Valkyries and the tight race with the Sparks for the last playoff spot. They also discuss how irresponsible reporting can set players up. Later, Lexie shares her thoughts on how team management could benefit from adopting principles used in K-pop group formations. She also reflects on the Sparks and Storm trade that put her in Seattle and if the trade was worth it.

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On this episode, Lexie Brown is here for a solo episode to break down the upcoming playoffs and the end of season awards. She dives into who’s in, who’s out, and who is still playing for their chances. Are the Liberty strong enough to defend their title or will injuries rob them of a chance at a repeat? Have the Indiana Fever finally found the lineup they need to make a strong playoff push? Next, Lexie gives her thoughts on our end of season awards. Is it still a 3 player race for MVP? Plus, her thoughts on Defensive Player of the Year, Sixth Player of the Year, Most Improved Player, and Coach of the Year.

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On this episode of Full Circle, Lexie Brown and Mariah Rose dive into the WNBA’s tight MVP race with A’ja Wilson, Alyssa Thomas, and Napheesa Collier all making strong cases. They shout out Paige Bueckers’ 44-point game and Courtney Williams setting the assist record for the Lynx. The back-to-back game schedule sparks a conversation about player workload and how teams are managing the grind. They also celebrate the league’s record-breaking attendance and take a moment to look back at how far the W has come.

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On this episode of Full Circle, Lexie Brown and Mariah Rose check in on Q4 of the WNBA. The Lynx have already clinched their playoff spot, but the race is getting tighter for the rest of the league. They cover the MVP race, the Aces rebounding from their slump, and how injuries are impacting the Fever with news breaking of Sophie Cunningham’s injury.

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On this episode of Full Circle, Lexie Brown and Mariah Rose dive into the WNBA playoff picture and the teams you won’t want to meet in the first round. They talk ROTY and MVP predictions, and give flowers to Dominique Malonga and AT on her triple-double streak. Lexie gives the insider scoop on Sykes’ impact on the Storm, Mariah thinks things are looking up for the south, and everyone wants to remind you who tf DT is.

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On this episode of Full Circle, Lexie Brown and Mariah Rose are breaking down the latest league notifications blowing up your phone: the Fever is hot, Phee is out, and contenders are making moves (and probably aren’t done yet).  They also check in on how their preseason predictions are panning out and address the elephant in the room for Lexie following the Sykes trade.

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On this episode of Full Circle, Lexie Brown is flying solo and gives a full vibe check on where she's at. She reflects on her recent performances and what it’s like trying to break into the rotation as a bench player. Lexie keeps it real about the wear and tear of the W season, the chaos of the compact schedule, and why load management is officially part of the conversation.

She shows love to the unsung heroes—bench players and role players—while breaking down what it takes to stay ready when your number’s called. Plus, she dives into recent games, drops some analysis, and previews matchups to watch heading into the next stretch of the season.

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On this episode of Full Circle, Lexie Brown and Mariah Rose join in on the “Pay Us What You Owe Us” discourse. They discuss the Golden State Valkyries’ home court advantage and the silent assassin on the Storm, and Lexie gives a TED Talk about the corner three. They also compare notes on how to improve All-Star weekend and give their hot takes on the league power rankings coming into the second half of the season.

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It’s a birthday edition of Full Circle and Mariah’s turning 25! She and Lexie kick things off with some celebration before diving into a mid-season WNBA check-in. They break down the top four teams: the Lynx, Liberty, Mercury, and Storm, and talk about who’s rising, who’s slipping, and what’s happening behind the scenes. Lexie opens up about her season so far and health, addressing rumors and setting the record straight. They also unpack key roster moves and how teams are navigating the WNBA’s tight salary cap. The episode wraps with excitement for All-Star Weekend! 

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On this special All-Star Weekend episode of Full Circle, Lexie and Mariah dive into all the buzz around the WNBA’s biggest weekend in Indy. They break down the three-point contest and skills challenge. The two talk through the All-Star rosters—who made it, who didn’t, and why snubs like Bri Jones and Brittney Sykes have fans talking. They also preview how captains Caitlin Clark and Napheesa Collier might draft their squads, and dig into how team success and individual performance factor into All-Star selections.

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On this episode of Full Circle, Lexie and Mariah tackle all the breaking news from the W this week. They talk commissioner cup predictions, Angel Reese’s improvement this season and plans for team expansions through 2030. The two get into the trade of NaLyssa Smith to the Las Vegas Aces, the waiving of Liz Kiltey and Tiffany Mitchell, and how unprecedented these moves are for a W season. Lexie gets candid about the current CBA negotiations, the grind of staying in the league, and why a soft salary cap matters. Finally, the two also celebrate Candace Parker’s legendary career and her recent jersey retirements in Chicago and LA.

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On this episode of Full Circle, Lexie Brown and Mariah Rose explain how All-Star voting works and Lexie makes a case for her 3 nominations from the Seattle Storm. They discuss how the Valkyries became the expansion team blueprint, what makes the Mercury so dangerous, and look forward to new east-west matchups coming out of the Commissioner’s Cup. They also check-in on the league’s rookies and give their ROTY picks. 

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 In this episode of Full Circle, hosts Lexie Brown and Mariah Rose dive into all the latest WNBA buzz—from standout stat lines to shifting team dynamics. They show love to Caitlin Clark for dropping 32, give Angel Reese flowers for her triple-double, and hype up Paige Bueckers after her 35-point career night.

Lexie and Mariah also break down where things stand in the Commissioner’s Cup race and take a closer look at what’s happening with the Atlanta Dream, Minnesota Lynx, and Las Vegas Aces. They mix in some personal reflections, highlight why All-Star voting really matters, and celebrate Seimone Augustus Day and the 2025 Women’s Basketball Hall of Fame class.

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In this episode of Full Circle, hosts Lexie Brown and Mariah Rose unpack the latest twists in the WNBA season—from strange social posts to the bigger conversation around how women’s sports are covered online.

They break down the rise of Rookie of the Month, Kiki Iriafen, and give props to the Golden State Valkyries for turning heads in their debut season. Lexie and Mariah also touch on the league’s growing injury list, including a tough blow for the Sky with Courtney Vandersloot’s ACL tear. Plus, shout-outs to Aari McDonald, Coco Gauff, and a little preview of what to tune into this week in women’s basketball.

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In this episode of Full Circle, hosts Lexie Brown and Mariah Rose break down the WNBA Commissioner's Cup and catch up on the first two weeks of the season. We’ve got analysis of the New York Liberty, Minnesota Lynx, Atlanta Dream, and the Indiana Fever as they adjust to Caitlin Clark’s absence. Lexie addresses the speculation around her health and how she’s feeling about her time with the Seattle Storm so far. They also explain hardship contracts and EuroBasket departures, because we know you’re confused.

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On this episode of Full Circle, Lexie and Mariah dive into all the latest buzz from around the WNBA. They break down standout performances from the week, including Napheesa Collier leading the charge for the Minnesota Lynx and the Seattle Storm locking in with Nneka Ogwumike and Skylar Diggins-Smith. They also take a closer look at what’s going on with the Chicago Sky and Connecticut Sun, and how both teams are navigating early-season challenges. Of course, there’s MVP talk, a few bold predictions, and a real conversation about the importance of responsible sports journalism when covering the W. 

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On this episode of Full Circle, Lexie and Mariah dive into all the basketball buzz from the opening week of the WNBA season. From game-changing performances to early team chemistry check-ins, they’re breaking it all down. The two talk through Napheesa Collier's ever evolving game, Kelsey Plum’s impressive debut with the Los Angeles Sparks and Paige Buecker's poise and performance so far on the Dallas Wings. Plus, Lexie and Mariah give flowers to the Athletes Unlimited crew and spotlight the Black women making major moves in sports media. It's full of insider takes, real talk, and plenty of laughs—WNBA season is officially here.

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On this episode of Full Circle, Lexie and Mariah dive into all the buzz around WNBA preseason wrapping up and the official game week just around the corner. From big-time roster cuts to standout performances across the league, nothing’s off limits. Lexie gives us the inside scoop on how things are shaping up in Seattle and opens up about her goals for the season. The two break down the rise of versatile players, shout out A’ja Wilson’s historic shoe drop, and talk through what each team is bringing to the table—from the powerhouse Aces to the brand-new Golden State Valkyries. We’re almost in full-on W season mode...

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On this episode of Full Circle, Lexie and Mariah are back — and boy, do they have a lot to catch up on. From Seattle updates to league chatter and the hype building around the WNBA season, it’s all on the table. Lexie gets real about recent criticism and shares how her years in the league are shaping her perspective. Then it’s all about the West — from the Lynx sticking with their core, to the Aces coming out hot, to the Storm’s fresh new era. The two talk through the potential of the Phoenix Mercury and Dallas Wings and discuss the headline-making first cuts by the Golden State Valkyries.

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