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29 Aug 2024Lowkey Violent with Alana Nichols and Scout Bassett00:38:23

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.

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07 Aug 2024Sports Are Binary, Human Beings Are Not with Rose Eveleth00:45:41

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

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19 Aug 2024Birthday Shenanigans, Coaching Nonsense, and WNBA High Jinks00:22:19

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 goodgame@wondermedianetwork.com 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

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24 Jul 2024Giving the Most with Abby Wambach00:40:59

USWNT legend Abby Wambach joins Sarah to talk about her expectations for the current U.S. soccer team and head coach Emma Hayes at the Paris Olympics. She also discusses why fearlessness is necessary to perform in big moments, and the time in her own career when she felt like the worst player on the team.

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26 Jul 2024Titty Meat and Squat-Built Asses, Plus AJ McCord00:28:18

Reporter AJ McCord joins Sarah to discuss her new podcast, The PowHERful, highlighting Olympic and Paralympic athletes, plus the history of women’s surfing in Tahiti and the logistical challenges and thrills of reporting from the middle of the ocean. 

  • Sarah snuck an easter egg into every show so far – *8 shows, *8 eggs -- did you catch them? Send the overall theme & three examples from shows to goodgame@wondermediatenetwork.com with “EASTER EGGS” in the subject line. One winner will be randomly selected from all correct answers to receive a women’s sports prize pack full of apparel and other goodies! 

  • Check out AJ's podcast The PowHERful here

  • Want to watch AU Pro softball? Here’s the season schedule 

  • Watch U.S. rugby player Ilona Maher’s fantastic clap-back here

  • We’re still looking for listener names! Send us your suggestions! You can leave us a voicemail at 872-204-5070 or send us an email goodgame@wondermedianetwork.com
  • Follow Sarah on X: @sarahspain and Instagram: @spain2323 
  • Follow producer Misha Jones! X: @mishthejrnalist Instagram: @mishthejrnalist TikTok: @mishthejrnalist
  • Follow producer Alex Azzi! X: @ByAlexAzzi

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11 Sep 2024Adding to the Bag with Dearica Hamby00:37:18

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

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17 Jul 2024Welcome to the Good Place00:25:45

Welcome to Good Game with Sarah Spain! We’re so happy you’re here. In this inaugural episode, Sarah introduces herself, her producers Misha and Alex, and shares her vision for this first-of-its-kind women’s sports podcast. Plus, listen to a sneak peek of Sarah’s interview with Sue Bird.

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15 Aug 2024Group Chat: Gold Medal Memories with Erica L. Ayala & Lindsay Schnell00:35:31

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 goodgame@wondermedianetwork.com 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

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20 Sep 2024Group Chat: Mailing Suitcases with Emily Sams & Kylie Strom00:34:07

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 

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25 Sep 2024Aces vs. Everybody with Callie Fin (Lawson-Freeman)00:36:30

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?! 

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12 Aug 2024The Midas Touch, Gymnastics Chaos and The Pentathlon of the Muses00:26:24

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!

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23 Aug 2024No Place Like Nebraska with Jen Karson-Strauss00:24:00

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.

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17 Sep 2024Shirtless Caddies with Big Randy (Phil Landes)00:46:48

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! 

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22 Jul 2024Size Matters at WNBA All-Star00:35:28

Hi! We missed you. Was your weekend awesome? Our weekend was awesome. In this episode, we give you the rundown on FOUR (!!!!) different historic performances at WNBA All-Star in Phoenix, the women’s basketball legends who got their well-deserved flowers, and what it was like for Sarah and producer Misha to meet IRL for the first time!

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02 Sep 2024Super, Super Unhinged with Sydney Leroux & Ali Riley00:32:25

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.

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23 Sep 2024You Get What You Accept with Cheryl Reeve00:45:49

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.

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06 Sep 2024Baby Horse and Ellie the Elephant00:23:11

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! 

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18 Sep 2024Getting Uncomfortable with Cari Champion00:48:16

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 goodgame@wondermedianetwork.com 

  • Follow Sarah on social! X: @SarahSpain Instagram: @Spain2323

  • Follow producer Misha Jones! X: @mishthejrnalist Instagram: @mishthejrnalist TikTok: @mishthejrnalist

  • Follow producer Alex Azzi! X: @ByAlexAzzi

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21 Aug 2024Steph Yang Cannot Represent You in a Court of Law00:30:57

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! 

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23 Jul 2024Leading with Love with Tierna Davidson00:32:39

Sarah talks to U.S. Women’s National Team soccer player Tierna Davidson about new coach Emma Hayes, journaling before games, the private and public handling of teammate Korbin Albert and more. Plus, a What The Fact about Olympic softball you won’t soon forget!

  • To make sure you’re registered and ready to vote in this year’s presidential election, check out rockthevote.org/teamw/

  • Who are you following to keep up with all things Olympics? An athlete? An influencer or creator? A celeb reporter? Let us know! You can leave us a voicemail at 872-204-5070 or send us an email goodgame@wondermedianetwork.com

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13 Aug 2024Saying "Au Revoir" to Paris & Cruise-ing to LA00:25:20

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.

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26 Sep 2024Tiffany Crowns and Terrible Execs00:38:45

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! 

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01 Aug 2024Group Chat: Vaseline & Plunge with Josh Bard & Kelaine Conochan00:50:13

In this episode, Around the Horn producer Josh Bard and Kelaine Conochan, an ultramarathoner and VP of global sales for Legends, join Sarah for another edition of Group Chat! The trio discusses what *still* needs to change in women’s sports coverage, respond to a listener email and talk USA 3x3’s bumpy Olympic start. Plus, a "Fight Me!" featuring Olympic athletes they'd like to see star in a feature film.

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02 Oct 2024Saying ‘Naurrr’ with Rennae Stubbs00:23:55

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 goodgame@wondermedianetwork.com 

  • Follow Sarah on social! X: @SarahSpain Instagram: @Spain2323

  • Follow producer Misha Jones! X: @mishthejrnalist Instagram: @mishthejrnalist TikTok: @mishthejrnalist

  • Follow producer Alex Azzi! X: @ByAlexAzzi

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28 Aug 2024The Folks Who Want To See Your Dreams Come True with Noelle Lambert00:37:50

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 goodgame@wondermedianetwork.com 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

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27 Aug 2024‘I Come to Do Damage’ with Taylor Townsend00:28:09

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.

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20 Aug 2024Is Caitlin Clark Following Me? with Chloe Peterson00:22:36

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.

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03 Sep 2024The Sassinator and Prim Reaper Reunion00:31:30

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!

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31 Jul 2024World Building with Nikki Hiltz00:34:22

Ahead of their Olympic debut, 1500-meter runner Nikki Hiltz joins Sarah to talk about how their TikTok algorithm knew their identity before they did, how they’ve prioritized their mental health, what being nonbinary and trans means to them and trying to meet people in the middle. Plus, a show correction sends Sarah into timeout. 

  • Leave us a voicemail about your favorite memory of watching the Olympics as a kid – we may even play it on the show! 872-204-5070

  • Email us your final suggestions for what we should call our listeners - goodgame@wondermedianetwork.com 

  • Watch the U.S. rugby team win bronze on a last-second run here

  • Watch the incredible save and transition goal from Team USA field hockey here

  • A few Olympic events to watch today: 

    • 7:10am ET: BMX Freestyle Final

    • 7:15am ET: USA Field Hockey vs. Australia 

    • 9:00am ET: Beach Volleyball – Hughes/Cheng vs. France

    • 11:00am ET: USA Volleyball vs. Serbia 

    • 12:30pm ET: USA Water Polo vs. Italy 

    • 1:00pm ET: USA Soccer vs. Australia 

    • 2:30pm ET: Swimming Finals (including the 1500m Free)

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19 Jul 2024Making It Weird with Sue Bird00:40:37

Happy Friday, folks! In this episode, Sue Bird joins Sarah on the pod to talk about the challenges of being in control of her own schedule, the moment she first felt “old,” and who she’d pick as Rookie of the Year halfway through the WNBA season.

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14 Aug 2024Real Leagues, Fake Leagues and A Damn Good Basketball League with Khristina Williams00:24:26

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.

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06 Aug 2024Life-Changing Pressure with Jessie Diggins00:40:22

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

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05 Aug 2024Raw-Doggin’ Olympic Medals00:26:04

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

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19 Sep 2024Group Chat: The Hot Take Economy with Elle Duncan & Monica McNutt00:49:02

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.

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25 Jul 2024Group Chat: Bag of Joy with Erin Foley & Morgan Murphy00:45:50

Comedians Erin Foley and Morgan Murphy join Sarah for the first edition of Group Chat! They discuss the growing enthusiasm for women’s sports, all the exes they ran into at WNBA All Star, and more. Plus, it’s time to square up for a segment we like to call… Fight Me!

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08 Aug 2024Group Chat: The Triforce with Sam Mewis & Becky Sauerbrunn00:30:00

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

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05 Sep 2024Be a Possibility Model, Not a Role Model with Lori Locust & Jennifer King00:32:55

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. 

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18 Jul 2024It Wasn’t Me with Rebecca Lobo00:35:09

Back again, eh? We love to see it. In this episode, ESPN’s Rebecca Lobo joins the pod to talk hanging out with the cast of Girls5eva, NOT being the person who voted A’ja Wilson 4th place for MVP in 2023, and who she’d give the edge to if DeWanna Bonner and Alyssa Thomas played 1-on-1.

 

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16 Sep 2024Creepin’ on Social, Chattin’ on Speaker, and Incurable Taint Rash00:32:10

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). 

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10 Sep 2024One Woman Band with Meg Linehan00:34:12

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.

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04 Sep 2024The Story Behind Billie’s Best Bar00:20:03

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 goodgame@wondermedianetwork.com or leave us a voicemail at 872-204-5070

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    27 Sep 2024Keeping The Main Thing The Main Thing with Jordan Robinson & Ben Pickman00:46:04

    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 goodgame@wondermedianetwork.com 

    • Follow Sarah on social! X: @SarahSpain Instagram: @Spain2323

    • Follow producer Misha Jones! X: @mishthejrnalist Instagram: @mishthejrnalist TikTok: @mishthejrnalist

    • Follow producer Alex Azzi! X: @ByAlexAzzi

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    13 Sep 2024The Sky Are Bigger Than Just A Basketball Team with Annie Costabile00:45:27

    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! 

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    03 Oct 2024'They Can Hate Me' with Christine Brennan01:11:57

    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.

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    14 Jun 2024Introducing: Good Game with Sarah Spain00:02:42

    Good Game is your one-stop shop for the biggest stories in women’s sports. Every day, host Sarah Spain gives you the stories, stakes, stars, and stats to keep up with your favorite teams, leagues, and athletes. 

     

     

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    02 Aug 2024Cougars, Babies & Porta Potties, Plus Gymnastics Talk with Ari Saperstein00:35:35

    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.

    • 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 

     

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    22 Aug 2024Group Chat: Let People Be Stupid with LaChina Robinson & Terrika Foster-Brasby00:37:31

    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? 

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    24 Sep 2024SHE TORE BOTH HER LABRUMS!! with Emily Adams00:44:17

    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.

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    30 Sep 2024Controlling the Chaos with Nicole Teeny00:35:44

    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.

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    30 Jul 2024Let Them Be Great with Sheryl Swoopes00:44:37

    Sheryl Swoopes, one of basketball’s greatest players EVER, joins Sarah to talk about her early stardom, playing while parenting, Athletes Unlimited Basketball, the growth of the WNBA and her response when opinions about Caitlin Clark devolved into personal attacks. Plus, a What The Fact that will enrage you and an Olympic basketball Good Game, Good Game, Fact You that'll blow your mind! 

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    09 Sep 2024K-Y Jelly and and a Slam Dunk Celly00:21:24

    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

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    26 Aug 2024A Tectonic Shift in the American Sports Landscape with Tori Huster and Meghann Burke00:33:47

    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
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    04 Oct 2024Group Chat: Sidepieces to Mainpieces with Lisa Byington & Shimmy Miller00:37:20

    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  

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    30 Aug 2024Hoops and Gay Sh*t00:21:18

    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 goodgame@wondermedianetwork.com or leave us a voicemail at 872-204-5070

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    01 Oct 2024Malort Shots and Midseason Trades with Kayla Sharples00:36:39

    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).

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    12 Sep 2024Throwin’ Hail Marys with Lyndsey D'Arcangelo and Frankie de la Cretaz00:41:04

    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. 

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    27 Jul 2024BONUS: In My Paris Era with Maggie Steffens00:19:54

    Maggie Steffens -- widely regarded as the best water polo player in the world(!) -- joins Sarah to set the record straight on how tough her sport is (spoiler alert: they CAN'T touch the bottom of the pool), team hype man Flavor Flav, and how seeing Taylor Swift helped Team USA prepare for the Olympics. 

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    29 Jul 2024Drone Flying and Olympic Hype with Shireen Ahmed00:34:03

    CBC Sports senior contributor Shireen Ahmed joins Sarah to give a lowdown on the drone-driven spy scandal overshadowing Canadian soccer. Plus, producer Alex Azzi shares some Olympic factoids that are guaranteed to impress your friends, so long as your friends are also Olympic nerds.

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    16 Aug 2024Golden Goals with Masai Russell & The Bakeshop of Progress with Kathryn Bertine00:40:09

    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 goodgame@wondermedianetwork.com 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

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    09 Aug 2024B-Girls, Hoopers & Pap Sch-mears00:30:59

    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

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    • Follow producer Misha Jones! X: @mishthejrnalist Instagram: @mishthejrnalist TikTok: @mishthejrnalist

    • Follow producer Alex Azzi! X: @ByAlexAzzi

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