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Burn It All Down

Burn It All Down

The feminist sports podcast you need. Shireen Ahmed, Lindsay Gibbs, Brenda Elsey, Amira Rose Davis, and Jessica Luther break down the week in sports and culture.

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01:12:40

Ep 140: D.J. Durkin's return, David Stern's legacy,...

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2020/01/08

In this episode, Lindsay and Jessica open things up by talking about the USWNT's royal wedding (4:00). Then, they dive into Lane Kiffin's hiring of D.J. Durkin at Ole Miss, and all the ways that is infuriating (7:40). Amira interviews World Cup and NWSL champion Jessica McDonald (21:16), then Lindsay and Jess talk about David Stern's legacy (36:10). Finally, there's the Burn Pile (54:10), BAWOTW (1:01:25), and What's Good (1:04:41). For show notes, transcripts, and more info about BIAD, check our

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01:17:42

Ep 139: The Best Of Burn It All Down 2019, part 2

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2020/01/02

In part 2 of 2 of our 2019 Best-Of shows, Lindsay, Amira, Shireen, Jessica, and Brenda all talk about what they're most looking forward to in the world of sports for 2020. Then, we replay three of our favorite interviews of they year, with legendary Brazillian soccer player Sissi (12:25), NOlympics LA activist Anne Orchier (29:50), and trailblazing broadcaster Doris Burke (47:45). For show notes, transcripts, and more info about BIAD, check our website: www.burnitalldownpod.com To help support

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01:12:47

Ep 138: The Best Of Burn It All Down 2019, part 1

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2019/12/24

This week’s show is part 1 of 2 where we recap the best of 2019 in sports and the best of Burn It All Down. After the gang talks about their favorite sports moments from this year, [15:28] we play three of our favorite segments from 2019 from episode 113 in July, when Shireen, Amira, Brenda, and Jessica discussed their complicated feelings about the intersection of women’s soccer, colonialism, race, and racism at the Women’s World Cup; [33:16] from episode 123 in September, when we all

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01:15:23

Ep 137: WADA's Russia Ban, Year of the Black QB +...

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2019/12/18

This week, Amira, Brenda, and Jessica are very confused about the creepy Raven AR [6:06] before they dive in to WADA's Russia Ban [18:10]. Then Brenda chats with Nemesia Hijos, a feminist leader in Argentine futbol, about major changes in the politics of Boca Juniors, one of the world’s most storied clubs [37:32]. Later the group considers the "Year of the Black QB" [52:48]. Of course, you’ll hear the Burn Pile, [1:04:47] the Bad Ass Woman of the Week segment, [1:07:32] and what is good in our

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01:26:47

Ep 136: Athlete Comebacks, NCAA Volleyball, and NCAA...

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2019/12/11

This week, Amira, Lindsay, and Jessica talk about what sports we are currently watching (and also, the firing of Ron Rivera, 90-Day Fiance, and more!) [7:56] before talking about athlete comeback stories that have stuck with us and/or inspired us over the years. [27:49] Then we have TWO interviews for you this week. First, Amira chats with former national team volleyball player and current TV analyst, Salima Rockwell, about the women’s collegiate volleyball postseason. [51:42] Then Lindsay

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00:02:38

HOT TAKE: Giveaway for Bend It Like Beckham: The...

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2019/12/06

Due to the formidable response of our Special Episode, Gurinder Chadha and her team have generously offered our listeners two pairs of tickets! Shows are Thursday, December 12, 2019 and Friday, December 13, 2019, in Toronto. To enter: respond to the question in this track and DM us your answer via Instagram or Twitter! Please add your name and your preferred show night. Contest closes Monday, December 9, 2019 at noon. GOOD LUCK! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit

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01:19:02

Ep 135: Nepotism and Sport, Holiday Traditions, and...

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2019/12/04

This week, Brenda Elsey, Shireen Ahmed, Lindsay Gibbs and Jessica Luther have a hearty laugh at Coach K’s final play in the Duke vs. Stephen F. Austin game. Then, they move on to discuss nepotism in sport and the way in which it limits diversity [5:19], Shireen interviews Maggie Murphy the general manager at Lewes FC, the only club in the world with pay equity [20:00] Finally, they turn to holiday traditions and sport. [43:30] Of course, you’ll hear the Burn Pile, [55:58] the Bad Ass Woman of the

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00:47:39

Special Episode: Gurinder Chadha Spills The Chai on...

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2019/11/29

In this Special Episode, Shireen sits down with the legendary filmmaker Gurinder Chadha. They talk about the reverberations and impact of 'Bend It Like Beckham' on generations of people, adapting the movie into a musical, and what the music means. They discuss the effect of the film on women's football, and Gurinder Ji shares lots of juicy behind the scene tidbits, and very poignant moments, including her vision for making films and shows that represented people that look like her, and different

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01:18:24

Ep 134: Calling out Gladwell and Barkley, racism in...

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2019/11/27

First, Lindsay, Shireen, and Brenda spend a little bit too much time talking about food and Friendsgiving. [5:44] Then the trio talks about Malcolm Gladwell, Charles Barkley, and the bad ways men in power talk about violence against women; and [21:05] they dive into the most recent news on racism in soccer, including Mark Sampson, unsurprisingly, being charged with racism. [36:26] Then, Shireen talks with Kirsten Whelan of The Victory Press about everything going on with women's hockey. Finally,

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01:27:50

Ep 133: Don Cherry Debacle, Ridiculous Plays in...

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2019/11/21

Amira, Brenda, Lindsay and Shireen talk about Don Cherry and the work it takes drive out toxicity from sporting spaces. [2:03] Then Amira interviews Dr. Courtney Cox about her work, Kapernick's workout + the WNBA. [18:43] The crew also chats about ridiculous moments in sports movies. [51:27] Of course, you’ll hear the Burn Pile, [1:03:44] the Bad Ass Woman of the Week segment starring the Chilean Women's National Football Team, [1:13:520] and what is good in our worlds. [1:17:22] For show notes,

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01:12:20

Ep 132: Mary Cain & Nike, an interview w/ Deadspin’s...

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2019/11/12

This week, Lindsay, Shireen, and Jessica talk about the Nationals visiting the White House [6:19] before diving in on runner Mary Cain’s New York Times op-ed about Nike, abuse, and gender. [23:05] Then Jessica interviews Diana Moskovitz, the investigative journalist (and BIAD patron!), who until very recently, worked at Deadspin. They talk about Diana’s career, how she ended up there, and the death of Deadspin, including the final day when Moskovitz was the last blogger standing. [41:33] Finally,

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01:16:05

Ep 131: The Demise of Deadspin, and an interview with...

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2019/11/05

This week Jessica, Brenda, Shireen and Lindsay talk about the Washington Nationals winning the World Series (2:11). Then the crews speaks candidly about Deadspin, the sports journalism industry and their reactions to staffers leaving en masse (6:23), Shireen interviews the brilliant Tammi Gaw about the NCAA, amateur athletes and structural racism in sports. (29:50) As always, we will throw some stuff on the Burn Pile (52:33) and shout out some Bad Ass Women (1:04:11) and close with our What's Good

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00:19:29

Hot Take: Lindsay gets candid about the launch of her...

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2019/10/29

This week, our Lindsay Gibbs is launching Power Plays, a no-bullshit newsletter for those dedicated to ending sexism in sports. In this Hot Take, she opens up to co-host Jessica Luther about why she decided to go this route, her fears about the launch, and more. Powerplays.news/about For show notes, transcripts, and more info about BIAD, check our website: www.burnitalldownpod.com To help support the Burn It All Down podcast, please consider becoming a patron: www.patreon.com/burnitalldown For

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01:10:39

Ep 130: NWSL season takeaways, Houston Astros and...

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2019/10/29

This week Lindsay, Brenda, and Jess chat about the NBA's return before discussing takeaways from the 2019 NWSL season (6:29) and addressing everything that happened in the World Series surrounding the Houston Astros and domestic violence (21:49). Then, Jessica interviews weightlifting champion Kate Nye. (36:13) As always, we will throw some stuff on the Burn Pile (50:39) and shout out some Bad Ass Women. (1:00:06) For show notes, transcripts, and more info about BIAD, check our website:

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01:01:04

Ep 129:Head trauma in boxing, Indigenous roller...

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2019/10/22

This week Amira, Brenda, and Shireen discuss Canada’s recent victory over the USMNT (spoiler – Shireen happy, Amira sad, Brenda shrugs shoulders) [9:10]. In light of the tragic death of boxer Patrick Day, they talk about boxing and head trauma , including its effect on women athletes[21:50]. Shireen interviews Raven, a skater from Team Indigenous Rising about how the team transcends borders and unites through the sport [35:01]. Finally, who's using sport to do some awesome social work? Of course,

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01:30:59

Ep 128: WNBA Wrap Up, Prof. Wang on NBA/China, and...

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2019/10/17

This week Amira, Lindsay, Brenda, and Jess chat about Rooney v. Vardy [5:08] before diving into the WNBA Finals and wrapping-up the season. [24:02] Brenda interviews Professor Wang on the NBA/China situation. [44:50] Then they talk about the Braves continued use of the Tomahawk Chop and highlight some Native athletes you should know. [1:01:55] As always, we will throw some stuff on the Burn Pile and shout out some Bad Ass Women. [1:16:43] For show notes, transcripts, and more info about BIAD,

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01:15:09

Ep 127: WOMEN’S SPORTS! A roundtable, the Jeddah...

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2019/10/08

Buckle in this episode for lots of coverage of women’s sports! This week, Lindsay, Shireen, Amira, and Jessica talk about California’s new Fair Play to Pay Act [6:04] before doing a roundtable on women’s sports that includes college volleyball and soccer, flat track roller derby, the WNBA finals, tennis, the NWSL, international friendlies, and even a little bit of hockey. [27:22] Then Shireen interviews Saudi Arabian soccer player Bireen Sadagah about the historic Jeddah Women's League

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01:13:23

EP 126: Oppression of Palestinian Football, Interview...

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2019/10/01

This week Brenda, Shireen and Jessica reflect on Lynsey Sharp's staggering (and giggle-worthy)loss [2:13]. The crews delves into a conversation about how Palestinian football and national joy is being targeted by the Israeli state, and how restricted mobility of players is a tool of oppression and continued violence in that region [4:58]. Then, Shireen interviews sports journalist Hemal Jhaveri about the case of harassment involving Auston Matthews of the Toronto Maple Leafs, how violence against

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01:02:51

Ep 125: Sports institutions and sexual violence,...

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2019/09/25

This week Brenda and Lindsay discuss the ways in which institutions enable and protect perpetrators of sexual assault, specifically in regard to new developments with Antonio Brown and the Patriots and the Michigan State football program [5:22]. Then, Jessica interviews two people associated with the new documentary about girls’ and women’s baseball, Hardball: The Girls of Summer -- producer Jewel Greenberg and veteran US Women’s National Team player, Malaika Underwood [26:46]. Then, the dynamic

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01:09:29

Ep 124: Body image issues, happy sports stories,...

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2019/09/18

In this episode, Lindsay, Shireen, and Amira talk about the FIBA World Cup (2:25); body image issues for women in sports (6:07); and sports stories that are making us happy, for a change (23:40). Then Shireen interviews Iranian national women's team coach, the Persian football legend Katayoun Khosrowyar (35:32). Then, of course, there's the Burn Pile (50:48), BAWOTW (1:00:32), and what's good. Lindsay's audio is a bit wonky this week, we apologize for the issue, it will be fixed by next

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