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The GIST of It

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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40:24

Ep #442: An F1 season primer, plus Sam Mewis shares...

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2025/03/13

Formula 1 is back, baby, with the Australian Grand Prix kicking off the new season this weekend. To celebrate, The GIST of It co-hosts Ellen Hyslop and Steph Rotz break down the top storylines you need to know, including the lifetime legacy battle between Ferrari’s Lewis Hamilton and Red Bull’s Max Verstappen. Then the gals have an extra special treat in part two: former USWNT star Sam Mewis joins the pod to discuss her first year as Editor-in-Chief of The Women’s Game, moving on from pro soccer,

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26:46

Ep #441: March Madness is coming: Here are the teams...

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2025/03/11

The name of the game? College hoops.We’re officially five days away from Selection Sunday, so it’s time to assess the men’s and women’s college hoops landscape. In today’s episode of The GIST of It, guest host Lauren Tuiskula and co-host Steph Rotz first preview the players you need to know on the men’s side, before shifting gears to the gals and highlighting a few conference tourney–winning teams — and the controversial TCU player who still holds a starting position. A special shout out to FanDuel

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32:18

Ep #440: A NWSL Challenge Cup preview, plus examining...

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2025/03/06

Hello hello!The grass really is greener in March because the NWSL is finally back. Today’s episode of The GIST of It previews tomorrow’s Challenge Cup, the ceremonial start of the season. Co-hosts Ellen Hyslop and Steph Rotz will walk through the changes to this year’s game before picking their winner: Will it be the defending NWSL champ Orlando Pride or the runner-up Washington Spirit?Then in part two, the gals shift gears to the NBA hardwood to weigh in on the fallout from one of the most shocking

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26:27

Ep #439: Homophobic chants ruin San Diego FC’s home...

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2025/03/04

Hello, March!Today’s episode of The GIST of It is a classic two-parter, starting off with a WTF moment before digging into a hoop-tastic preview.First up, co-hosts Ellen Hyslop and Steph Rotz discuss an incident of homophobic chants at MLS squad San Diego FC’s first-ever home opener on Saturday. The gals dig into this pervasive and unacceptable trend in footy, including the MLS’ response to hate speech. There’s no place for hate in sports — full stop.Then in part two, it’s off to the hardwood: the

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34:24

Ep #438: Zooming out on Diana Taurasi’s retirement,...

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2025/02/27

Here’s to a legend!Diana Taurasi, one of the greatest basketball players of all time, announced her retirement on Tuesday, so today’s episode of The GIST of It is a toast to the queen of confidence. As co-hosts Ellen Hyslop and Steph Rotz discuss, Taurasi’s skill, starpower, and most of all, swagger, re-defined women’s hoops — the game is in a bigger, better, and brighter place because of her. Bowing to the best. Then in part two, the gals stay on the hardwood, previewing this weekend’s must-watch

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34:09

Ep #437: NHL star Alex Ovechkin’s chase for history

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2025/02/25

Ice, ice, baby.Washington Capitals captain Alex Ovechkin is chasing history, now just 13 goals away from breaking Wayne “The Great One” Gretzky’s all-time NHL scoring record. So on today’s episode of The GIST of It, co-hosts Ellen Hyslop and Steph Rotz dive into Ovi’s pursuit of greatness, from his consistency across 20 (!!!) NHL seasons, to the challenges he’s overcome this year.Then in part two, the gals zoom out to examine how record chases impact pro sports leagues and discuss the legendary

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34:09

Ep #436: Fighting and Politics in the NHL: The 4...

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2025/02/20

It’s time to do that hockey!The hottest thing in sports right now is the 4 Nations Face-Off, a replacement to the NHL’s All-Star tourney that’s drawing millions of viewers and creating new hockey fans across North America. And tonight, it’s Team USA vs. Team Canada in the highly anticipated championship game, sparking new life into a storied rivalry.In today’s episode, co-hosts Ellen Hyslop and Steph Rotz preview the final before taking a step back to consider why this tourney has been such a

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17:10

Ep #435: Getting down to business: How the PWHL and...

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2025/02/18

The business of women’s sports is booming.It’s all gals, all the time in this extra-special episode of The GIST of It. Today, co-hosts Ellen Hyslop and Steph Rotz are digging into two major women’s sports business headlines, sponsored by our pals at Amazon Business. First, El and Steph are diving head first, fearless into the PWHL’s wildly successful Takeover Tour, which is making history across nine North American cities this season. Then in part two, it’s all about Unrivaled, the women’s

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27:23

Ep #434: A shiny new NBA All-Star Game, plus your...

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2025/02/13

Happy Galentine’s Day!Leslie Knope’s favorite day of the year is here, and to celebrate co-hosts Steph Rotz and guest host Lauren Tuiskula are diving into all the shiny and fun happenings in the sports world this coming weekend. First, the gals discuss the 74th NBA All-Star Game, airing this Sunday from San Francisco. Much like the NHL, who upgraded their All-Star situation with the 4 Nations Face-Off, the NBA All-Star Game looks a bit different this year, transforming from a team vs. team showdown

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36:18

Ep #433: A 4 Nations preview, plus Trump's trans...

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2025/02/11

Hi!Today’s episode of The GIST of It has a little bit of everything with one tournament preview and one WTF moment on deck. Co-hosts Ellen Hyslop and Steph Rotz start things off by discussing the upcoming 4 Nations Face-Off, an NHL hockey tourney that’ll pit Team USA, Team Canada, Team Finland, and Team Sweden against each other for international glory. Icy and spicy.Then in part two, El and Steph unfortunately have to dig into a massive WTF moment following last week’s news that U.S. president

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32:46

Ep #432: The GIST’s sixth annual Super Bowl preview

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2025/02/06

Hut, hut, hello there!You already know what time it is. On today’s episode of The GIST of It, co-hosts Ellen Hyslop and Steph Rotz kick off Super Bowl weekend with a full preview of the biggest event in sports.Will quarterback Patrick Mahomes and the Kansas City Chiefs achieve a historic three-peat? Can running back Saquon Barkley and the Philadelphia Eagles soar to a revenge victory? Will Kendrick Lamar bring out Taylor Swift at halftime? Tune in as El and Steph discuss all of these questions and

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34:41

Ep #431: A true WTF weekend: Disturbing allegations...

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2025/02/04

Hey there!The sports headlines came fast and furious this weekend, so co-hosts Ellen Hyslop and Steph Rotz are here to break it all down on today’s episode of The GIST of It. First, the gals dig into the disturbing sexual misconduct allegations against Baltimore Ravens kicker Justin Tucker, who has been accused of inappropriate behavior dating back to 2012 by nine massage therapists.Then in part two, it’s all about the NBA trade deadline drama. Generational talent Luka Dončić was shockingly traded

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34:31

Ep #430: Blockbuster trades and signings in the WNBA...

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2025/01/30

Happy Friday Jr.!Grab some boxes because today’s episode of The GIST of It is all about major moves. From the WNBA to the NWSL, there’ve been a plethora of massive trades and signings in the last few weeks. Co-hosts Ellen Hyslop and Steph Rotz begin in the WNBA, where two perennial All-Stars — Alyssa Thomas and Brittney Griner — will be donning different jerseys next season.Then it’s over to the pitch for part two as El and Steph discuss USWNT star Naomi Girma’s recent record-setting transfer to

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30:28

Ep #429: Blockbuster WNBA trade & the evolving...

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2025/01/28

Happy Tuesday!Or should we say hoopy Tuesday because today’s episode of The GIST of It is all about the WNBA. A blockbuster three-team trade sent shockwaves through the league over the weekend, so co-hosts Ellen Hyslop and Steph Rotz are breaking down which players are on the move (hint: it’s two All-Stars) and the potential impact of this massive deal.Then in part two, the gals keep the focus on the W, discussing the evolving landscape in women’s basketball and some free agents to keep an eye on as

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36:38

Ep #428: An NFL Conference Championship primer, plus...

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2025/01/23

Hello hello!We’re talking gridiron and Grand Slams on today’s episode of The GIST of It, previewing this weekend’s NFL Conference Championships along with the finals of the first tennis major of the season, the Australian Open.Co-hosts Ellen Hyslop and Steph Rotz begin by previewing this weekend’s AFC title game between the Buffalo Bills and Kansas City Chiefs and the NFC clash between the Washington Commanders and Philadelphia Eagles. That’s right, the Super Bowl matchup is nearly set.And speaking

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37:55

Ep #427: Unrivaled’s superstars, the NFL Divisional...

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2025/01/16

Go long!On today’s three-part episode of The GIST of It, co-hosts Ellen Hyslop and Steph Rotz go long as they preview three major sporting events this weekend. First up, the gals continue their deep dive into new pro women’s basketball 3v3 league Unrivaled ahead of its inaugural tipoff on Friday, previewing the teams, players, and coaches that will make this league a thrilling watch. Then in part two, El and Steph head to the gridiron to chat through the NFL Divisional Round taking place this

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36:50

Ep #426: PWHL Takeover Tour success, plus an...

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2025/01/14

Who run the world?Girls, of course — and that’s especially fitting for today’s all women’s sports episode of The GIST of It. Co-hosts Ellen Hyslop and Steph Rotz begin with a look at the PWHL’s nine-game Takeover Tour, which is already off to a rousing start as the league tests new markets for its two expansion teams, set to debut next season.Then in part two, El and Steph go all in on Unrivaled, the new 3v3 women’s basketball league set to make its highly anticipated debut on Friday. From how the

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39:32

Ep #425: A College Football Playoff semis preview &...

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2025/01/09

Hut hut!On today’s episode of The GIST of It, co-hosts Ellen Hyslop and Steph Rotz preview a wild weekend on the gridiron. First, the gals check in with the College Football Playoff as the remaining four teams head into the semifinals, with star-studded games on deck tomorrow and Friday. Score.Then in part two, El and Steph look ahead toward the NFL’s Wild Card weekend kicking off on Saturday. With the Kansas City Chiefs claiming the top AFC seed and the Detroit Lions enjoying a magical run atop the

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36:03

Ep #424: The Jimmy Butler saga, plus everything you...

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2025/01/07

Hello, 2025!New year, same sports drama. In this episode of The GIST of It, co-hosts Ellen Hyslop and Steph Rotz dive headfirst into Miami Heat superstar Jimmy Butler’s team-issued seven-game suspension, detailing the timeline behind this shocking breakup before sharing their takes on where Butler could land before the February 6th trade deadline.Then in part two, the gals set up the ultimate pro women’s volleyball primer, digging into the Pro Volleyball Federation (PVF) and League One Volleyball

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32:32

Ep #423: The ultimate 2024 sports rewind

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2024/12/24

It’s time to reflect.This year was truly one for the books, so today’s episode of The GIST of It is a classic year in review. From the women’s sports movement to the standout moments at the Paris Olympics, co-hosts Ellen Hyslop and Steph Rotz are taking a trip down memory lane, diving headfirst, fearless into a phenomenal year full of championship moments, tear-inducing retirements, and so much more.A big thank you to Aflac for partnering with us on today’s episode! Add Aflac to your team to close

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