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Good Game with Sarah Spain

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 women’s teams, leagues and athletes. Through thoughtful insight, witty banter, and an all around good time, Sarah and friends break down the latest news, talk about the games you can’t miss, and debate the issues of the day. Don’t miss interviews with the people of the moment, whether they be athletes, coaches, reporters,

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36:12

Locker Room Talk with Melissa Ludtke

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2024/10/08

Melissa Ludtke, award-winning journalist and author of the recently released book, Locker Room Talk: A Woman's Struggle to Get Inside, joins Sarah to discuss a serendipitous meeting that helped her realize sports media was her calling, being the only woman assigned to cover Major League Baseball full-time for Sports Illustrated in the mid-70s, and filing – and WINNING – a lawsuit against the MLB. Plus, some folks really don’t understand the concept of personal space. Grab your copy of Melissa’s

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39:49

Playoffs, Payoffs and Precarious Perspectives

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2024/10/07

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

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Group Chat: Sidepieces to Mainpieces with Lisa...

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2024/10/04

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

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71:57

'They Can Hate Me' with Christine Brennan

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2024/10/03

USA Today columnist, best-selling author and longtime commentator Christine Brennan joins Sarah to discuss her reporting on Caitlin Clark, the intent behind it, and her responsibility as part of the WNBA media landscape. Plus, she discusses the Players Association statement directed at her, the questions she asked Connecticut Sun guard DiJonai Carrington after the Sun’s first playoff game against the Indiana Fever, her recent exchange with DeWanna Bonner, and more. We love to hear from our slices

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23:55

Saying ‘Naurrr’ with Rennae Stubbs

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2024/10/02

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

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36:39

Malort Shots and Midseason Trades with Kayla Sharples

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2024/10/01

Kansas City Current defender Kayla Sharples joins Sarah to talk having hard conversations with coaches and GMs, the move she made from Bay FC to the Current midseason, and the crazy logistics behind a trade. Plus, we finally have some info on the WNBA’s expansion draft, and Alex gets back into her gossip bag (not really… young/old Mish is just late to the party). More details about the Valkyries’ expansion draft are here The full WNBA playoff schedule and results are here Tickets to the NWSL

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35:44

Controlling the Chaos with Nicole Teeny

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2024/09/30

Nicole Teeny, host of the ESPN 30 for 30 podcast series GIRL v. HORSE joins Sarah to talk about the new pod, the seizure that changed everything for her, and the impetus to race 50 miles against literal horses. Plus, we get our first taste of the WNBA semifinals, get you hip to the latest WNBPA statement, and pay homage as yet another legend bids her playing career farewell. Listen to Girl v. Horse here See the full Athlos NYC results here Read Annie’s story on Teresa Weatherspoon’s firing

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46:04

Keeping The Main Thing The Main Thing with Jordan...

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2024/09/27

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

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38:45

Tiffany Crowns and Terrible Execs

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2024/09/26

Sarah talks WNBA Playoffs and award announcements, gets you hip to the hottest new track event and offers up a "What The Fact" that’ll raise your blood pressure. Plus producers Mish and Alex join Sarah to dish on the Aces-Liberty semifinal series, and the show calls in a ringer for a review about ultrarunning drama. And another reminder to check your voter registration, think about what issues matter to you most, and vote! Check out Syd Colson’s… creative… shoe launch video here Watch the

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36:30

Aces vs. Everybody with Callie Fin (Lawson-Freeman)

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2024/09/25

Las Vegas Aces beat reporter Callie Fin (Lawson-Freeman) of the Las Vegas Review-Journal joins Sarah to talk about A’ja Wilson’s g’reatness, Kate Martin’s super power, the moments Syd Colson gets serious and how the Aces have stayed focused in pursuit of a Threepeat. Plus, college volleyball does numbers and did y’all know basketball is a contact sport?! Follow Callie here Read her stories here Check out Lyndsey D’Arcangelo’s story about our interview with Cheryl Reeve here The ESPN NCAA

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44:17

SHE TORE BOTH HER LABRUMS!! with Emily Adams

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2024/09/24

Connecticut Sun beat reporter Emily Adams of the Hartford Courant joins Sarah to talk about how the Sun locked down Caitlin Clark & the Fever in Game 1, whether this could be the year the Sun FINALLY win a championship, and how a pair of WNBA power couples make it work on and off the court. Plus, first-timers at the White House, your girlfriend’s new favorite actress, and the deets about who and what you’ve been creepin’ on. Follow Emily Adams here Peep the WNBA playoff schedule and

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45:49

You Get What You Accept with Cheryl Reeve

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2024/09/23

Minnesota Lynx head coach Cheryl Reeve joins Sarah to talk WNBA playoffs, being a Virgo queen, and dealing with criticism while serving as head coach of USA Basketball. P’lus, we’re a’dding a’postrophes t’o e’verything a’fter A’ja Wilson w’as n’amed M’VP. Watch a snippet of A’ja’s MVP speech here Check out Ellie’s Sabrina 2’s here The full list of AP award winners can be found here The complete WNBA playoff schedule and results can be found here We love to hear from our slices! Leave us a

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34:07

Group Chat: Mailing Suitcases with Emily Sams & Kylie...

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2024/09/20

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

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49:02

Group Chat: The Hot Take Economy with Elle Duncan &...

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2024/09/19

Two of Sarah’s faves, Elle Duncan and Monica McNutt, join the show for a WNBA-centric Group Chat! They discuss why many early-season takes were so ill-informed, try to define Diana Taurasi’s legacy, and debate whether this is the year the Liberty finally win a championship. Plus, Portland’s getting a W team, and you’ve got some awesome DT memories. Follow Elle on X here Listen to/watch The Elle Duncan Show here Follow Monica on X here Check out all tonight’s WNBA games here Follow WNBA

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48:16

Getting Uncomfortable with Cari Champion

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2024/09/18

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

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46:48

Shirtless Caddies with Big Randy (Phil Landes)

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2024/09/17

Big Randy/Phil Landes of the golf site No Laying Up joins Sarah to explain why he has two names, talk shirtless celebrations and smokin’ heaters on the course, and share how the LPGA and its broadcast partners need to do a better job of building the women’s game. Plus, a couple of balls for A’ja Wilson, gathering flowers for Diana Taurasi and some statue news! Follow Randy on X here Check out all of No Laying Up’s content here Watch the hilarious sketch about an all-women’s country club here

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32:10

Creepin’ on Social, Chattin’ on Speaker, and...

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2024/09/16

WNBA single-season records are falling left and right, so we put them in context with a much-needed “Yes, And.” Plus, Mish helps us wrap our heads around the Washington Mystics’ miraculous turnaround and Alex has been doing her best TLC impression (she creeps, yeaaah, she keeps it on the down low). Check out Trinity Rodman’s night-night celly here View the WNBA schedule for the remainder of the regular season here Follow Rising Media Stars on IG here or on X here Are you a sneaky

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Introducing: The Making of a Rivalry: Caitlin Clark...

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2024/09/14

Caitlin Clark and Angel Reese caused a media frenzy after their infamous “you can’t see me” exchange in the 2023 NCAA championship game. There was a fierce debate over their perceived rivalry and it only intensified once they became the hottest prospects in the WNBA's rookie class. The media’s fixation on their so-called rivalry has been fueled by the same gender and racial bias that has haunted women’s sports for generations. And now that Clark and Reese have brought thousands of new fans to the

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The Sky Are Bigger Than Just A Basketball Team with...

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2024/09/13

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

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41:04

Throwin’ Hail Marys with Lyndsey D'Arcangelo and...

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2024/09/12

Lyndsey D'Arcangelo and Frankie de la Cretaz join Sarah to discuss their book, Hail Mary: The Rise and Fall of the National Women's Football League. They talk about making big editorial decisions together and the opportunity to give well-deserved attention to the women of the league. Plus, they give their takes on the Cathy Englebert non-answer saga and producer Misha weighs in, too. Get Frankie and Lyndsey’s book here Subscribe to Frankie’s queer sports newsletter here Read Lyndsey’s work at

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