The GIST of It

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  • The GIST of It is a twice-weekly podcast on what’s going on in the sports world. Hosts Ellen Hyslop and Stephanie Rotz discuss current sports topics and how they intersect with pop culture and social issues, covering everything from major league season previews to calling out the sexist BS we see in sports daily. Expect a hilarious yet informative conversation with a refreshing female perspective on the world of sports.
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  • Ep #401: An ode to WNBA legend Diana Taurasi & an Aces-Liberty semis preview

    Ep #401: An ode to WNBA legend Diana Taurasi & an Aces-Liberty semis preview
    Sep 26 2024
    One million and counting!

    Today’s episode of The GIST of It is another full-court press on the WNBA as the playoffs heat up. El and Steph spend part one reminiscing about Diana Taurasi’s legendary career with the Phoenix Mercury. After 20 seasons in the W, Taurasi recently hinted that this playoff series may be her last, so it’s time to contemplate her impact on and off the court.

    In part two, El and Steph preview the first semifinals series on books this postseason: A highly-anticipated 2023 WNBA Finals rematch between the Las Vegas Aces and the New York Liberty. With Vegas fighting for a three-peat and NY battling for its first-ever championship, the plot truly could not be thicker.

    A big thank you to our friends at Aflac for powering today’s episode! Just like The GIST tackles the gap in women’s sports coverage, Aflac closes the gap that health insurance leaves behind. Learn more at aflac.com/thegist.

    Show notes:

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    X: @thegistpod
    Email: pod@thegistsports.com
    IG: @thegistca @thegistusa
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    28 mins
  • Ep #400: A’ja Wilson’s unanimous MVP award & MLB postseason storylines

    Ep #400: A’ja Wilson’s unanimous MVP award & MLB postseason storylines
    Sep 24 2024
    Hello there!

    Today’s episode of The GIST of It is a postseason special, as co-hosts Ellen Hyslop and Steph Rotz chat through the latest WNBA news, including major regular-season award winners and first-round playoff matchups, before setting the stage for what should be a thrilling MLB postseason.

    El and Steph tip off on the court, discussing the Las Vegas Aces A’ja Wilson’s unanimous MVP award, the impact of AP Rookie of the Year Caitlin Clark’s remarkable first season, and the updated first-round playoff picture.

    Then, in part two, the gals dig into the latest in MLB’s postseason push, before chatting through the greatest Sho on the diamond — LA Dodgers superstar Shohei Ohtani’s historic summer.

    A big thank you to our friends at Aflac for powering today’s episode! Just like The GIST tackles the gap in women’s sports coverage, Aflac closes the gap that health insurance leaves behind. Learn more at aflac.com/thegist.
    Show notes:

    More on The GIST:
    Subscribe: thegistsports.com/subscribepod
    X: @thegistpod
    Email: pod@thegistsports.com
    IG: @thegistca @thegistusa
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    31 mins
  • Ep #399: WNBA regular-season finale & expansion updates

    Ep #399: WNBA regular-season finale & expansion updates
    Sep 19 2024
    Hello there!

    Today’s episode of The GIST of It is a full-send WNBA special, as co-hosts Ellen Hyslop and Steph Rotz preview tonight’s thrilling regular-season finale before shifting gears to the W’s latest expansion news.

    First, El and Steph fly off to Oregon, digging into the details behind the latest addition to the WNBA family: Portland, now officially the 15th team in the league and set to debut in 2026.

    And in part two, the gals begin on the hardwood, with six games tonight and major playoff implications on the line before the postseason begins this Sunday.

    A big thank you to our friends at Aflac for powering today’s episode! Just like The GIST tackles the gap in women’s sports coverage, Aflac closes the gap that health insurance leaves behind. Learn more at aflac.com/thegist.

    Show notes:
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    More on The GIST:
    Subscribe: thegistsports.com/subscribepod
    X: @thegistpod
    Email: pod@thegistsports.com
    IG: @thegistca @thegistusa
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    35 mins
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