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Winners, Losers, and Manifestors of a Wild WNBA Weekend12 Oct 202601:12:41
In this episode, Seerat joins The New York Post’s Madeline Kenney to discuss the biggest winners and losers of the playoffs and share their predictions for the 2026 WNBA Finals. (0:20) Intro (2:46) Loser: WNBA Referees (10:55) Loser: Liberty Coaching Staff (26:15) Winner: The Dream Team Building (36:00) Winner: The Depth of the Finals (41:48) Loser: “Playoff Experience” (54:41) Finals Manifestations Host: Seerat Sohi Guest: Madeline Kenney Producer: Stefan Anderson Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Views from Ballhalla, Valks and Dream Go Up 2-008 Oct 202601:00:45
In this episode, Seerat reacts to her visit to Chase Arena to watch the Valkyries take a 2-0 lead over the Aces and gives her thoughts on the Dream’s Game 2 Win. (0:20) Intro (1:38) Thoughts from “Ballhalla” (16:59) Valks Take 2-0 Lead (25:26) Game 3 Lookahead (30:03) The Dream Take a 2-0 Lead Host: Seerat Sohi Producer: Stefan Anderson Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Who Will Bounce Back From Being Down 0-1, With Marcus Thompson06 Oct 202601:05:34
In this episode, Seerat is joined by The Athletic’s Marcus Thompson to recap each Game 1 of the WNBA semifinals, preview each Game 2, and discuss his new book, 'Game Changers: The GOATs Who Revolutionized Basketball.' (0:20) Intro (1:35) Gabby Williams’s growth (13:22) Valks take Game 1 (29:18) How does A’ja respond? (35:50) Dream dominate Game 1 (48:21) The turnover battle Host: Seerat Sohi Guest: Marcus Thompson Producers: Victoria Valencia and Stefan Anderson Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Aces Mid-Rangers Close Out Fever With Jordan Richard02 Oct 202601:28:26
In this episode, Seerat is joined by Swish Culture’s Jordan Richard to react to the Aces’ advancing to the semifinals, the Liberty-Dream semifinal, and what’s next for the Fever. (0:20) Intro (2:05) Aces Advance (13:40) Why The Mid-Range Matters (27:29)What’s Next For The Fever? (42:56) Liberty-Dream Preview (1:11:47) Wings-Valkyries Game 3 Host: Seerat Sohi Guest: Jordan Richard Producer: Stefan Anderson Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Liberty Sweep the Lynx, and “The Caitlin Clark Game"30 Sep 202600:53:35
In this episode, Seerat is joined by producer Stefan Anderson to recap the Liberty making history by sweeping the Lynx, and the Fever forcing a Game 3 against the Aces. (0:20) Intro (1:20) The Liberty sweep the Lynx (19:18) What’s next for the Lynx? (26:08) A’ja Wilson vs. Fever fan (35:59)  Caitlin Clark shines in Game 2 Host: Seerat Sohi Producer: Stefan Anderson Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Elimination Game Panic Meter With Annie Costabile28 Sep 202600:59:40
In this episode, Seerat is joined by The Athletic’s Annie Costabile to recap the Game 1s of the first round of the WNBA playoffs and assess which teams have the most to worry about heading into Game 2 of each series. (0:20) Intro (1:50) Liberty stun Lynx (15:44) Panic meter for the Lynx (22:50) A’ja Wilson dominates Fever (40:21) Panic meter for the Fever (42:38) Dream roll Mystics (47:34) Panic meter for the Mystics (52:32) Valkyries rout Wings Host: Seerat Sohi Guest: Annie Costabile Producer: Stefan Anderson Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Mostly Likely First-Round Upsets With @WNBAData25 Sep 202601:09:40
In this episode, Seerat is joined by @WNBAData, a.k.a. Maddy Brown to preview the first round of the 2026 WNBA playoffs. (0:20) Intro (3:08) Wacky ending to the season (8:28) Potential upsets (26:44) Lynx-Liberty (34:17) Valkyries-Wings (44:04) Dream-Mystics (51:07) Aces-Fever Host: Seerat Sohi Guest: Maddy Brown Producer: Stefan Anderson Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
How Team USA Survived France13 Sep 202600:30:09
In this episode, Seerat returns to recap the USA winning the FIBA Women’s World Cup, Breanna Stewart and Jackie Young shining, and France’s rise. (0:14) Intro (1:29) USA-France recap (5:42) Jackie Young (10:00) Breanna Stewart (16:50) Young and Turnt Crew not ready yet (20:05) Gabby Williams and France’s rise in international play Host: Seerat Sohi Producer: Stefan Anderson Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
We Are the World (Cup), With Alexa Philippou11 Sep 202600:52:10
In this episode, Seerat is joined by ESPN’s Alexa Philippou to recap the quarterfinals of the women’s FIBA World Cup tournament, preview the semifinals, and give their perspective on the energy in Berlin. (0:20) Intro (0:50) USA-Hungary recap (15:09) Vibes in Berlin (30:35) France-Germany (33:21) USA-Spain (40:48) The next W commissioner Host: Seerat Sohi Guest: Alexa Philippou Producer: Stefan Anderson Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Biggest Observations from the FIBA World Cup09 Sep 202601:26:58
In this episode, Seerat is joined by TheIXSports’ Jackie Powell to discuss the FIBA World Cup tournament, Breanna Stewart, A’ja Wilson's missing presence, and Gabby Williams’s dominance. (0:20) Intro (11:15) Team USA’s strengths and concerns (28:19) Breanna Stewart’s Leadership (40:00) Gabby Williams (52:16) Spain’s youth (1:01:57) The next W commissioner Jackie’s Story on the Next Commissioner: https://www.nbcsports.com/wnba/news/who-could-replace-wnba-commissioner-cathy-engelbert  Host: Seerat Sohi Guest: Jackie Powell Producers: Stefan Anderson and Clifford Augustin Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
RIP the Cathy Era. What's Next for the W? 04 Sep 202600:50:50
In this episode, Seerat is joined by No Cap Space’s Andrew Haubner to discuss Cathy Engelbert retiring, her tenure as the commissioner, and who should be the next commissioner of the WNBA. (0:17) Intro (0:45) Cathy Engelbert retires (3:00) Cathy as the commissioner (11:23) The W’s PR problem (21:01) Engelbert’s likability (32:14) Who should be the next commissioner? Host: Seerat Sohi Guest: Andrew Haubner Producer: Stefan Anderson Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Geno Auriemma on Belonging, Fear and Motivation, and Caitlin Clark’s First World Cup03 Sep 202601:15:40
In this episode, Seerat is joined by UConn women’s head coach Geno Auriemma to talk about the 'Dynasty' documentary, Paige Bueckers, Sarah Strong, and what goes into winning and maintaining greatness. Then she previews the FIBA Women's Basketball World Cup roster for Team USA and how they'll fare in the tournament. (0:17) Intro (1:11) 'The Dynasty' doc (8:55) Tennessee loss and Paige (15:05) Lessons from the 2001 season (36:08) Sarah Strong (42:41) Favorite Players in the W (49:28) FIBA World Cup preview (51:45) Biggest story lines with Team USA Host: Seerat Sohi Guest: Geno Auriemma Producer: Stefan Anderson Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Mailbag!02 Sep 202601:31:38
In this episode, Seerat answers listener mailbag questions on the Liberty, Mystics, Wings, and more. Host: Seerat Sohi Producer: Stefan Anderson Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
The Week of Angel Reese and a 6-Foot-10 Dildo Walks Into a WNBA Arena26 Aug 202601:13:14
In this episode, Seerat is joined by The Athletic’s Sabreena Merchant to recap the Lynx-Valkyries matchup and what both teams could learn heading into the postseason. Then they discuss Angel Reese’s historic week, Kate Koval leaving LSU, Enes Kanter Freedom’s trip to Chicago, and the things that bring them joy. (0:20) Intro (1:20) Lynx-Valkyries recap (23:25) The week of Angel (36:09) Kate Koval leaves LSU (49:19) Enes Kanter Freedom goes to Chicago (54:10) Things that bring us joy Host: Seerat Sohi Guest: Sabreena Merchant Producer: Stefan Anderson Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Paige, Geno, and the Ugly Parts of Winning With Tyler DeLuca21 Aug 202601:22:50
In this episode, Seerat is joined by No Cap Space’s Tyler DeLuca to discuss his video on Olivia Miles and her case for MVP. Then they review the UConn women’s basketball documentary 'The Dynasty' before getting into Azzi Fudd’s season-ending injury and Kelsey Mitchell’s greatness. (0:20) Intro (1:35) Olivia Miles = Spider-Man (10:50) Olivia’s MVP case (25:12) Olivia’s impact on the team (29:48) 'The Dynasty' doc (56:59) Azzi out for the season (1:10:08) Kelsey Mitchell’s greatness Host: Seerat Sohi Guest: Tyler DeLuca Producer: Stefan Anderson Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Olivia Miles and Caitlin Clark Enter the MVP Race18 Aug 202601:24:49
In this episode, Seerat is joined by Courtney Lumpkin and Tacarra Barnes of The MidMajors Podcast to discuss how Caitlin Clark, Kelsey Mitchell, and Olivia Miles have made their marks in the MVP race. Then they play Red, Yellow, Green Flag and recap this weekend's historic moments, including the Mercury honoring Diana Taurasi and the HOF inductions of Candace Parker and Elena Delle Donne. (0:20) Intro (2:28) The other MVP candidates (4:41) The case for Kelsey Mitchell (6:22) The case for Olivia Miles (15:52) The case for Caitlin Clark (26:22) Stewie appreciation (29:37) Red, Yellow, Green Flag (29:53) Red flags (50:44) Green flags (1:05:13) A historic weekend in the W Host: Seerat Sohi Guests: Courtney Lumpkin and Tacarra Barnes Producer: Stefan Anderson Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Kiki Iriafen on the Young, Tough, and Joyful Mystics14 Aug 202601:02:43
In this episode, Seerat opens by discussing Stephanie White’s comments, the Fever finding their groove, and Satou Sabally stepping away from the Liberty, before previewing this weekend's marquee matchups. Then, she is joined by Washington Mystics forward Kiki Iriafen to discuss the Mystics' season, her upbringing, and future goals for her career. (0:20) Intro (0:40) White’s comments (9:18) How the Fever’s load management paid off (14:35) Satou Sabally update (18:29) Fever-Wings preview (21:01) Lynx-Aces preview (30:09) Kiki Iriafen joins the show  (31:09) Iriafen’s Nigerian roots (36:12) Performance training (50:52) Laney-Hamilton’s early impact (57:53) Meeting Barack Obama Host: Seerat Sohi Guest: Kiki Iriafen Producer: Stefan Anderson Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
WNBA Take Purge11 Aug 202601:08:47
In this episode, Seerat opens by discussing the wild weekend in the WNBA, including Enes Kanter Freedom, Sophia Cunningham, and DiJonai Carrington. Then she gives her takes on the W as they head into the home stretch of the season. (0:20) Intro (1:13) Wild Weekend in the W (7:08) How Should the WNBA Respond? (12:16) Playoff Race is Heating Up (13:19) The Mystics are fun (18:32) The Tempo Are In A Good Spot (22:24) The Cleveland Sirens (25:15) Phee’s Return to the Lynx (32:52) The Fever Are Contenders (38:34) Angel Reese is All-WNBA (42:35) Farewell to BLH Host: Seerat Sohi Producer: Stefan Anderson Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Chelsea Gray Proves Why She Belongs on Team USA07 Aug 202601:29:27
In this episode, Seerat is joined by PHNX Sports’ Stephen PridGeon-Garner to recap the Fever-Aces matchup, the FIBA roster construction, and the Liberty releasing Betnijah Laney-Hamilton. (0:18) Intro (0:50) Chelsea Gray goes nuclear vs. Fever (5:00) What is Chelsea Gray’s legacy? (17:03) Mercury’s big 3 (30:32) Jackie Young sparks the 22-0 Run (49:20) Who should sign Laney-Hamilton? (55:16) The FIBA World Cup roster Host: Seerat Sohi Guest: Stephen PridGeon-Garner Producers: Stefan Anderson and Ben Cruz  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Trade Deadline Reactions With Trysta Krick03 Aug 202601:12:53
In this episode, Seerat is joined by Daily W Sports' Trysta Krick to recap this weekend’s matchups, trade deadline reactions, and more. (0:18) Intro (5:44) Lynx-Fever recap (26:00) Kelsey Plum traded to the Mercury (44:45) The future of the Sparks (49:51) Worst trades in WNBA history (55:08) Sydney Taylor’s game-winner (59:39) The late arrival Host: Seerat Sohi Guest: Trysta Krick Producer: Stefan Anderson Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Sophie Cunningham’s Comments, WNBA Culture, and More With E.R. Fightmaster31 Jul 202601:25:03
In this episode, Seerat opens by discussing her most recent article on the controversy surrounding Sophie Cunningham’s comments about transgender women in sports. Then, she is joined by actor, musician, and podcast host E.R. Fightmaster to discuss the WNBA’s culture, queer women in sports, and so much more! (00:00) Intro (7:37) E.R. Fightmaster joins the show Host: Seerat SohiGuest: E.R. FightmasterProducers: Victoria Valencia and Sarah ReddyAdditional Production Support: Sam Hess and Hannah Leikin Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
One Move to Fix Every Playoff Team Before the Trade Deadline28 Jul 202601:36:24
Seerat starts by talking about Sophie Cunningham and her profile with ESPN—where she talks about keeping trans athletes out of women’s sports—and the upcoming rally in Seattle in support of Cunningham. Then Seerat is joined by The Ringer’s Steven Ruiz, and they try to fix one thing about each contending team before the trade deadline. (00:00) Intro(4:20) Seattle’s rally for Sophie Cunningham(33:25) Washington Mystics(49:18) New York Liberty(55:17) Golden State Valkyries(1:01:30) Indiana Fever(1:07:25) Dallas Wings(1:18:20) Las Vegas Aces(1:22:19) Atlanta Dream(1:25:22) Minnesota Lynx Host: Seerat SohiGuest: Steven RuizProducer: Isaiah Blakely Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
2026 Mid-Season Awards24 Jul 202601:39:00
In this episode, Seerat is joined by The Dunker Spot’s Nekias Duncan to give out their awards halfway through the 2026 season. (0:17) Intro (2:40) MVP (8:24) DPOY (48:27) Rookie of the Year (58:50) Coach of the Year (1:11:10) Most Improved Player (1:20:45) Sixth Player of the Year Host: Seerat Sohi Guest: Nekias Duncan Producer: Stefan Anderson Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
A 2026 WNBA Draft Check-in, and Fixing WNBA Security With Jackie Powell22 Jul 202601:35:50
Seerat opens by recapping Monday night’s slate of games and gives a glimpse into the future of the WNBA. Then, she is joined by TheIXSports’ Jackie Powell to discuss Sandy Brondello’s comments on Angel Reese, the WNBA’s security issues, and the Liberty’s slump. (0:07) Intro (1:04) The future of the WNBA (13:09) Paige vs. Caitlin vs. Olivia (15:06) 2026 WNBA Draft Check-in (20:41) Jackie Powell joins the show (21:53) Jackie’s story on THEM (37:49) Sandy’s comments on Angel (1:01:12) Jackie’s plan for safety (1:16:36) What happened to the Liberty? Jackie’s Story on Betnijah Laney-Hamilton : https://www.theixsports.com/the-ix-basketball-newsroom/wnba/new-york-liberty/complicated-challenges-betnijah-laney-hamilton-season-new-york-liberty/ Jackie’s Story on Chris DeMarco: https://www.theixsports.com/the-ix-basketball-newsroom/chris-demarco-embracing-wnba-culture-new-york-liberty/  Host: Seerat Sohi Guest: Jackie Powell Producer: Stefan Anderson Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
The State of the WNBA, the Valkyries, and Caitlin Clark With Michael Voepel16 Jul 202601:24:23
Seerat is joined by ESPN’s Michael Voepel to recap Fever-Valkyries, how each team should approach the trade deadline, the Sparks’ future, and the Silver-Engelbert relationship. (0:16) Intro (2:15) Valkyries-Fever recap (17:47) The Fever’s lack of depth (22:15) Caitlin’s unique position (42:50) Should GS make a move? (49:03) What are the Sparks doing? (1:00:00) Silver’s comments on Engelbert Host: Seerat Sohi Guest: Michael Voepel Producer: Stefan Anderson Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
The W's Scoring Explosion With Brendan Glasheen, and the Sparks Fire Their GM14 Jul 202601:05:32
In this episode, Seerat opens by discussing the Sparks firing GM Raegan Pebley, how the team should move forward, and Angel Reese’s dominant performance against L.A. on Monday night. Then, Seerat is joined by Connecticut Sun play-by-play announcer Brendan Glasheen to break down how the WNBA has advanced in scoring, highlighting players like Paige Bueckers, Marina Mabrey, Caitlin Clark, and Kelsey Mitchell. (0:00) Intro (2:30) Sparks fire Raegan Pebley (7:34) What’s next for the Sparks? (24:18) Angel’s explosive night (27:46) Brendan Glasheen joins the show (30:12) The W’s scoring evolution (33:13) Mabrey’s rise (46:09) The issues with the Fever’s backcourt (55:14) Mid-Range Paige Host: Seerat Sohi Guest: Brendan Glasheen Producer: Stefan Anderson Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Congress Enters WNBA Culture Wars, and What's With the Sky, With Alissa Hirsh10 Jul 202601:33:15
In this episode, Seerat opens by discussing the president and Congress’s attempt to protect Caitlin Clark, the Fever’s recent West Coast swing, and Chennedy Carter being released. Then, she is joined by the Chicago Sun-Times’ Alissa Hirsh to discuss the Sky-Skylar Diggins feud, Courtney Vandersloot’s role on the team, and Chicago’s late collapses. (0:18) Intro (0:35) Congress steps in for Caitlin (10:37) The Fever's West Coast swing (22:35) Chennedy Carter waived (34:15) Alissa Hirsh joins the show (34:37) Skylar Diggins benched (38:30) Chicago's late-game mishaps (52:01) What’s next for Skylar? (01:09:33) The future of the Sky Host: Seerat Sohi Guest: Alissa Hirsh Producer: Stefan Anderson Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
How to Not Ruin a Franchise, With Nathan Canilao07 Jul 202601:17:33
In this episode, Seerat opens by discussing the drama with between the Sky and Skylar Diggins, and what went wrong with the Sparks. Then, she is joined by the Mercury News’ Nathan Canilao to break down the Valkyries' infuriating defense and Gabby Williams’s MVP season. (0:17) Intro (1:22) Sky vs. Skylar (12:13) The Sparks' impatient team-building (18:03) Nathan Canilao joins the show (23:41) Gabby Williams's MVP year (41:54) The Valkyries' versatile defense (52:54) Should they add at the deadline? (58:48) The Valkyries and young talent Host: Seerat Sohi Guest: Nathan Canilao Producer: Stefan Anderson Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
A Deep Dive on Olivia Miles’s All-Time Rookie Season with Maitreyi Anantharaman03 Jul 202601:04:43
In this episode, Seerat opens by discussing the All-Star starters and who may have been snubbed. Then she is joined by Defector’s Maitreyi Anantharaman to do a deep dive on Olivia Miles. (0:18) Intro (0:28) All-Star selections and snubs (11:28) A deep dive on Olivia Miles (15:08) Olivia’s creativity (28:42) Dyckman's influence (33:42) How Notre Dame and TCU shaped her (51:27) 2026 draft recap (58:10) Phee’s return Host: Seerat Sohi Guest: Maitreyi Anantharaman Producer: Stefan Anderson Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Recapping Cathy Engelbert's (Hopefully) Final Commissioner's Cup01 Jul 202601:36:37
In this episode, Seerat is joined by producer Stefan Anderson to recap the Commissioner's Cup, the spat between Alyssa Thomas and Cathy Engelbert, and the White House reposting Sophie Cunningham. (0:47) Intro (3:10) The Liberty win the Commissioner’s Cup (28:10) The response from Engelbert v. Thomas (43:53) The White House reposting Sophie Cunningham (78:02) Which WNBA team should LeBron play for? Host: Seerat Sohi Producer: Stefan Anderson Be sure to check out Seerat's new piece on the WNBA's actual problem surrounding Caitlin Clark. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Caitlin Clark’s Throat-Punch Has Everyone Talking and Callie Fin Talks Pregnancy and Parasociality25 Jun 202601:30:26
In this episode, Seerat discusses the Caitlin Clark injury and her scuffle with Alyssa Thomas, Seattle’s young frontcourt, and Paige Bueckers in the clutch. Then she is joined by USA Today’s Callie Fin to talk about her experience of being pregnant and covering the WNBA and the parasocial relationship of the W fans. (0:46) Intro (1:18) Caitlin’s injury and the AT foul (7:26) Paige Bueckers in the clutch (9:11) Kelsey Plum’s injury (10:52) Malonga-Fam tandem (12:19) The Liberty at full strength (14:08) Callie Fin joins (16:30) Her pregnancy experience (46:17) Hamby-Aces (63:19) The Aces playing with stakes (73:39) Parasocial relationships with WNBA Players Host: Seerat Sohi Guest: Callie Fin Producer: Stefan Anderson Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
A Special Night in LA, Nneka's GW, and Clutch KiKi with Sabreena Merchant23 Jun 202601:04:26
In this episode, Seerat is joined by The Athletic’s Sabreena Merchant to recap the Sparks-Liberty matchup, which celebrated the WNBA’s 30th anniversary. Then they talk about the Mystics' streak, the Sky’s late-game blunders, and more. (1:03) Intro (5:18) Sparks-Liberty history and Nneka’s shot (20:42) Between The Lines (29:26) The Liberty is integrating Sabally and Ionescu into the lineups. (38:10) The Sky’s late-game issues (44:18) The Fever’s transition defense (53:11) Kiki Ifaren’s Weekend Host: Seerat Sohi Guest: Sabreena Merchant Producer: Stefan Anderson Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Olivia Miles’s Historic Season, Dream-Fever, and Which Teams We Would Let Ruin Our Summer, With Steven Ruiz19 Jun 202601:11:10
In this episode, Seerat is joined by Steven Ruiz to recap Dream-Fever and run through the gamut of teams that they would let ruin their summer. (0:45) Intro (2:23) Dream-Fever recap (18:50) Olivia Miles's historic rookie season (30:33) Aces (36:31) Liberty (43:25) Valkyries (48:00) Wings (62:58) 50-game seasons Host: Seerat Sohi Guest: Steven Ruiz Producer: Stefan Anderson  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Flau'jae Johnson Assesses Her Rookie Season and More. Plus, Three Things That We Love.15 Jun 202600:44:36
In this episode, Seerat opens by going over the three things that she loves from the past weekend in the W. Then, she is joined by Seattle Storm guard Flau’jae Johnson to discuss her rookie season, her favorite books, and learning from Sue Bird and Paige Bueckers. (0:53) Intro (1:08) Stewie puts the team on her back (5:50) Olivia Miles shines against the Aces (13:01) Aliyah Boston keeps putting it together (17:56) Conversation with Flau’jae Johnson Host: Seerat Sohi Guest: Flau’jae Johnson Producer: Stefan Anderson Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
The 30 Biggest Observations in 30 Days of the 30th Season With Nekias Duncan10 Jun 202601:58:06
In this episode, Seerat is joined by The Dunker Spot’s Nekias Duncan to break down their biggest observations through the first month of the season, including Natasha Mack’s rise, the Fever’s struggles, and what is happening with the Chicago Sky. Host: Seerat Sohi Guest: Nekias Duncan Producer: Stefan Anderson Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Olivia Miles Goes Off for WNBA Record, and Fever Start Righting the Ship05 Jun 202601:06:48
Seerat is joined by No Cap Space’s Tyler DeLuca to talk through The W’s two big Thursday night games.They kick things off by discussing the much-anticipated Fever-Dream matchup (0:32) that saw Indiana emerge from its drama-filled week with a needed win. Seerat and Tyler examine the Fever leaning into their defensive identity and try to figure out whether all the chemistry issues have truly been set aside.On the Dream side, they lay out what Rhyne Howard is currently missing and also conjure up possible adjustments for Angel Reese’s role in the offense.The duo shifts gears and talks about Olivia Miles’s historic night against the Valkyries in which she drained eight 3s, setting a WNBA record in the process (32:20). They also touch on the Napheesa Collier to the Valks rumors before closing out the show with some positive affirmations. Host: Seerat Sohi Guest: Tyler DeLuca Producer: Ben Cruz Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Ranking the Top 25 Players Under 25. Plus, a Moment of Truth for Caitlin Clark01 Jun 202601:34:26
Seerat is joined by The Ringer’s Steven Ruiz to power-rank the W’s top 25 players under the age of 25. They briefly discuss Steven’s attachment to the Washington Mystics before diving headfirst into their rankings, with names including Flau’jae Johnson, Gabriela Jaquez, Azzi Fudd, and Angel Reese. Seerat and Steven close out the show debating Caitlin Clark vs. Paige Bueckers for the no. 1 spot. Host: Seerat Sohi Guest: Steven Ruiz Producer: Ben Cruz Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
The Lynx’s Hot Start, Liberty’s Early Struggles, and How the Fire Were Built, With Noa Dalzell28 May 202601:12:21
In this episode, Seerat is joined by CLNS’ Noa Dalzell to discuss how the Lynx continue to find ways to win, the Liberty snapping their losing streak, and deep-dive on the roster construction and success of the Portland Fire. (0:00) Intro (2:38) How the Lynx keep winning (16:12) What’s going on with the Liberty? (22:27) Positive affirmations for the Liberty (27:50) The Tempo (39:53) A deep dive on the Fire Host: Seerat Sohi Guest: Noa Dalzell Producer: Stefan Anderson Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Caitlin’s Late Scratch, Angel’s Offense, Rookie Check-ins, and JuJu Stories With Jordan Richard21 May 202601:30:23
In this episode, Seerat is joined by Swish Cultures’s Jordan Richard to discuss the mystery of Caitlin Clark’s injury that caused her to miss a game against the Fire, Angel Reese’s early struggles, and the Liberty’s loaded roster. (0:52) Intro (3:00) Caitlin Clark’s injury and the conversation surrounding it (16:15) The Wedgie: Angel’s struggles, an apology for Kiki Rice and Olivia Miles (45:54) MIP Race: Brittney Sykes vs. Chennedy Carter (51:32) Liberty’s depth (1:10:54) Positive affirmations for the Sun Host: Seerat Sohi Guest: Jordan Richard Producer: Stefan Anderson Production Support: Oscar De La Luz Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Shea Serrano on A’ja Wilson Getting Better, Chennedy Carter, and the Fever's Potential to Miss the Playoffs18 May 202600:52:31
In this episode, Seerat is joined by New York Times bestseller Shea Serrano to discuss the Aces’ 85-84 win over the Dream on Sunday, A’ja Wilson unlocking another level of her offensive game, and the Chennedy Carter experiment. Then Shea explains his skepticism of the Fever and his optimism for the Tempo, and they conclude on the Comets returning to Houston. (1:00) Intro, Aces-Dream recap (5:19) How dominant this version of the Aces is (11:19) A’ja finding ways to get better and the Chennedy Carter experiment (26:48) A deep dive on the Fever and Caitlin Clark (41:15) The Tempo becoming a playoff team (44:18) The Comets returning to Houston Host: Seerat Sohi Guest: Shea Serrano Producer: Stefan Anderson Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Convicting Jose Fernandez on Film, a Wings-Lynx Deep Dive, and Caitlin Clark’s Shot Chart With Hunter Cruse15 May 202601:06:41
In this episode, Seerat is joined by Hunter Cruse to dissect the Lynx-Wings fourth quarter after Jose Fernandez’s controversial post-game comments. They discuss Paige Bueckers’s aggression, Azzi Fudd and Maddy Seigrist’s minutes, and Olivia Miles's pick-and-roll manipulation, before talking about Caitlin Clark’s performance and hitting the panic button on the 0-2 Sparks. (0:47) Intro (3:47) Dallas Wings defensive issues and Azzi Fudd’s role (11:05) Paige Bueckers's lack of aggression (33:07) Olivia Miles wizardry (40:12) Catlin Clark’s shooting start (51:37) The Sparks’ roster build Host: Seerat Sohi Guest: Hunter Cruse Producer: Stefan Anderson Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Red, Yellow, Green Flag: Sorting Through the Week 1 Chaos12 May 202601:09:04
Seerat is joined by Lucas Kaplan to break down the WNBA opening weekend, using a game of Red, Yellow, Green Flag to separate real concerns from early overreactions. They discuss the Sparks’ shaky start, the Aces’ intriguing new pieces (like Chennedy Carter), and what’s real (and not) with Caitlin Clark and the Fever. They also highlight Dallas’s exciting offense, the Liberty’s strong start despite their injuries, and how physicality and officiating could shape the season. Host: Seerat Sohi Guest: Lucas Kaplan Senior Producer: Steve Ahlman Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Season Preview: A’ja's MVP Case, Fever-Wings Showdown, Phee’s Free Agency, and the New-Look Liberty07 May 202601:20:01
In this episode, Seerat and Sabrina Merchant preview the start of the WNBA’s 30th season. They break down MVP expectations, including why A’ja Wilson remains the player to beat. The duo also looks ahead to key opening matchups like Fever vs. Wings, and the storylines driving early-season excitement. They discuss coaching changes, roster moves, and rising rivalries across the league. Plus, they touch on broader shifts like officiating changes and player movement heading into the new season. Host: Seerat Sohi Guest: Sabrina Merchant Senior Producer: Steve Ahlman Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
“The W Wears Prada” WNBA Season Preview05 May 202601:26:19
Seerat and Maitreyi Anantharaman from The Defector get together to pitch, debut, and analyze their spiciest preseason takes and predictions on WNBA teams, changes, and luminaries around the league using elements from 'The Devil Wears Prada 2' in honor of the film's release. They end the pod by sharing their reactions to the movie.(00:00) Intro(6:40) Developmental roster spots(13:44) Caitlin Clark(22:14) WNBA staffing(24:38) Paige Bueckers(30:32) A'ja Wilson(32:44) Raven Johnson(36:41) WNBA officiating structures(41:27) Who should be the next WNBA commissioner?(53:28) The Chicago Sky swear jar(1:04:13) Flau'jae Johnson(1:09:12) Rachel Galligan(1:13:38) ‘The Devil Wears Prada 2’ reviewHost: Seerat SohiGuest: Maitreyi AnantharamanProducer: Chris SuttonEngineer: Donald LoBiancoProduction Supervision: Alexa Coubal and Ben Cruz Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Power Ranking the WNBA: Expansion Teams and Early ROY Predictions30 Apr 202601:11:15
In this episode, Seerat is joined by the Dunker Spot’s Steve Jones discuss the bottom teams of the WNBA and talk about their strengths and weaknesses. Then he breakdown potential Rookie Of the Year candidates for the upcoming season.  (0:53) Intro (5:46) Toronto Tempo (21:24) Washington Mystics (29:58) Seattle Storm (39:28) Portland Fire  (49:04) Connecticut Sun  (56:36) Early ROY Race   Host: Seerat Sohi Guest: Steve Jones  Producer: Stefan Anderson Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Power Ranking the WNBA Almost-Contenders: Who Makes and Misses the Postseason?24 Apr 202601:36:30
In this episode, Seerat is joined by No Cap Space’s Andrew Haubner to rank the teams right outside of title contention. From Minnesota to Chicago, they break down each team and who has the best opportunity to make the 2026 WNBA playoffs. (1:14) Intro (8:24) Dallas Wings (23:04) Minnesota Lynx (28:35) Golden State Valkyries (39:56) Phoenix Mercury (53:53) Chicago Sky and Courtney Vandersloot’s comments Host: Seerat Sohi Guest: Andrew Haubner Producer: Stefan Anderson Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Power Ranking the WNBA Contenders22 Apr 202601:02:17
In this episode, Seerat is joined by USA Today WNBA senior reporter Meghan Hall to give a quick-hit breakdown of the post–free agency power rankings across the WNBA, led by the reigning Las Vegas Aces and A'ja Wilson. They highlight top contenders like the New York Liberty and emerging teams, focusing on roster moves, X factors, and what could shift the title race this season. Host: Seerat Sohi Guest: Meghan Hall Senior Producer: Steve Ahlman Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Tasha Brown on UCLA's Win, the "Mind Gym," and Draft Prospects, Plus the Azzi Fudd Discourse17 Apr 202601:21:33
Seerat Sohi is joined by UCLA assistant coach Tasha Brown to unpack the Bruins’ championship run and record-setting WNBA draft class. They dive into UCLA’s team-first culture, the “Mind Gym” approach to mental training, and how concepts like self-identity, failure, and emotional control shaped the program’s success. Brown also shares behind-the-scenes insight into the development of stars like Lauren Betts, Kiki Rice, and Gabriella Jaquez, and why mental toughness is a skill that can be taught. Later, Seerat weighs in on the Azzi Fudd press conference controversy and how it could have been handled differently. Host: Seerat Sohi Guest: Tasha Brown Senior Producer: Steve Ahlman Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Reactions from the 2026 WNBA Draft14 Apr 202601:23:06
Join Seerat and Lucas Kaplan as they explore controversial picks, international prospects, and the impact of incoming rookies like Azzi Fudd and Lauren Betts. Discover the cultural significance of draft personalities and bold predictions for the season.Host: Seerat SohiGuest: Lucas KaplanSenior Producer: Steve Ahlman Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Trades, Max'es, and All the Chaos of WNBA Free Agency10 Apr 202601:22:36
Seerat and Nekias Duncan dive into the chaos of WNBA free agency, spotlighting major moves and strategic shifts. Discover the LA Sparks’ aggressive signings, the Chicago Sky's playoff potential, and the Atlanta Dream's stable core. Explore the Seattle Storm's draft uncertainty and how top teams manage player leverage. Uncover Washington Mystics' power dynamics and future impacts—essential listening for fans and analysts decoding high-stakes roster plays. Host: Seerat Sohi Guest: Nekias Duncan Senior Producer: Steve Ahlman Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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