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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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17:10

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

The GIST of It ·

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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30:05

Ep #422: Volleyball's spotlight moment, plus a...

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2024/12/19

Hello, hello!Forget the holidays — it’s playoff season for a few fall college sports: women’s volleyball and football. On this episode of The GIST of It, co-hosts Ellen Hyslop and Steph Rotz first preview tonight’s national volleyball tournament semifinals, where all four No. 1 seeds will be duking it out for a spot in Sunday’s championship. And volleyball is just getting started in the U.S., with major news about the Pro Volleyball Federation and League One Volleyball dropping this week.Then in

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34:03

Ep #421: NBA Cup final preview, plus Unrivaled makes...

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2024/12/17

It’s hoopin’ time!Today’s episode of The GIST of It is all about the hardwood. First, co-hosts Ellen Hyslop and Steph Rotz preview today’s NBA Cup final between the in-season tournament’s two No. 1 seeds: The Milwaukee Bucks and the Oklahoma City Thunder. Trust us — you won’t want to miss this star-powered showdown featuring a pair of perennial MVP candidates in Milwaukee’s Giannis Antetokounmpo and OKC’s Shai Gilgeous-Alexander.And all that glitters is green in part two, where the gals discuss

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36:25

Ep #420: A Heisman Trophy explainer, way-too-early...

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2024/12/12

Hey there!End-of-year awards season chatter is growing by the minute, and the football world is no exception. The fun begins on Saturday, when the Heisman Trophy, aka, the MVP award of college football, will be handed out. Before the winner is named, today’s episode of The GIST of It begins with an explainer on one of the most important trophies in college sports and the four players in contention for the coveted prize.And the fun doesn’t stop there. With just four weeks left in the NFL regular

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33:27

Ep #419: Juan Soto’s massive NY Mets contract & F1...

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2024/12/10

Hi there!Turns out there’s no hibernating in baseball — especially when it’s Winter Meetings season. On the heels of heavy hitter Juan Soto’s historic NY Mets contract, The GIST of It co-hosts Ellen Hyslop and Steph Rotz dive into what the most expensive deal in sports history means for the Mets and their opponents. Batter up.Then in part two, the gals look back at the 2024 F1 season following Sunday’s Abu Dhabi Grand Prix, recapping the final race on this year’s circuit while looking ahead to the

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34:17

Ep #418: WNBA expansion draft explainer, plus College...

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2024/12/05

Hello!It may be the WNBA offseason, but the W is still dominating headlines. The Golden State Valkyries, the W’s 13th team, will take part in an expansion draft tomorrow ahead of their 2025 debut, so on today’s episode of The GIST of It, co-hosts Ellen Hyslop and Steph Rotz are breaking down how player selection works, the draft rules, and more. Then in part two, it’s time to hut hut hop over to the gridiron, where the gals dig into the latest College Football Playoff rankings before previewing a

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36:59

Ep #417: Football’s head trauma problem

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2024/12/03

Hey there.Today’s episode of The GIST of It digs into a disturbing and unfortunately unrelenting issue in football: head trauma and the unmitigated risks of playing American’s favorite sport. Two examples rocked the NCAA and NFL worlds recently: The tragic death of Alabama A&M linebacker Medrick Burnett Jr. and the late hit on Jacksonville Jaguars quarterback Trevor Lawrence that resulted in a concussion. Co-hosts Ellen Hyslop and Steph Rotz chat through these incidents, plus the differences in

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50:45

Ep #416: PWHL sophomore season preview, plus a...

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2024/11/28

Ready the Zamboni!The PWHL’s sophomore season is just days away, so today’s episode is all about previewing the action before the puck drops on Season 2 on Saturday. From standout rookies to women’s hockey vets, the PWHL is dripping with talent, and co-hosts Ellen Hyslop and Steph Rotz have everything you need to know. Speaking of massive talent, stick around for part two, where El chats with the Minnesota Frost’s Taylor Heise, the first pick in the inaugural 2023 PWHL draft. Heise already has one

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