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Her Game Her Voice™

Her Game Her Voice™ is the podcast where women’s basketball meets bold conversations about gender parity, the unique challenges female athletes face, and the moments—both on and off the court—that shape the game.From buzzer-beating triumphs to air balls that leave us shaking our heads (like Pitbull at the WNBA All-Star halftime show—really?!), Kaari breaks it all down with insight, humor, and a passion for the game.She’ll share what she’s learned from Basketball Hall of Fame Coach Tara VanDerveer,

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14:47

Happy Hoopin’ Days: WNBA CBA, Unrivaled Basketball,...

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2025/12/22

In the final Her Game Her Voice episode of the year, Kaari opens with a strange dream about Coach Tara Vanderveer. Then she shares a quick but critical update on the WNBA’s ongoing collective bargaining negotiations, including the latest sticking points around housing, scheduling, and revenue sharing as the January 9 deadline looms. Next, a listener question about how the Unrivaled League actually makes money. From media rights and sponsorships to ticket sales and merchandise, this segment ex...

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13:58

College Basketball Tip-off: Stanford, WNBA Free...

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2025/11/21

In this episode of Her Game Her Voice, Kaari Peterson kicks off the college basketball season by zooming in on the fast‑rising Stanford Cardinal women’s basketball team—after a rare down year they’re back baby! 10 experienced returners, three freshmen five‑star recruits, and one collective goal: a winning season. Then Kaari dives into a Listener's Question about the WNBA and free‑agency: What does it mean to be a restricted versus unrestricted free agent? Why do so many players have fre...

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15:32

Inside the WNBA: Freedom of Movement, Power Plays,...

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2025/10/21

In this episode of Her Game Her Voice, Kaari goes inside the WNBA to unpack one of the sport’s most misunderstood concepts: freedom of movement. What does it actually mean, and why does it matter so much for players — especially in a league that’s becoming more physical by the game? Kaari breaks it down in plain terms. Freedom of Movement runs right into one of the biggest headlines in the WNBA: the growing feud between Minnesota Lynx star Napheesa Collier and WNBA Commissioner Cathy Engelber...

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13:25

Uniform Decisions, WNBA Playoff Visions & StudBudz on...

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2025/10/01

What happens when the Golden State Valkyries take their playoff run to San Jose? Kaari shares her first-hand experience of Ballhalla at the SAP Center, the heartbreak of a last-second loss to the Minnesota Lynx, and the unforgettable moment that showed what this team is really about. This week’s listener question (straight from Tampa, Florida!) unpacks how WNBA teams decide which uniforms they'll wear for games — spoiler: the league’s got more control than you might think. Kaari also dives in...

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13:34

WNBA Pain, Valkyries Gain, Atlanta’s Floor Shame

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2025/09/17

The Golden State Valkyries just made history as the first WNBA expansion team to reach the playoffs — and they did it in style. But while the Valkyries are soaring, injuries in the WNBA are piling up. So Kaari's digging into the whys and what’s next regarding the league’s injury crisis. This week’s Listener Question takes us court side: how do teams decide which basket to shoot at in the first and second halves? (Spoiler: there’s more strategy to it than you’d think.) And of course, it ...

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13:41

Valkyries Mascot Reveal, Ballhalla, and the WNBA's...

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2025/08/20

The Golden State Valkyries just cracked open a surprise — literally. Outside Chase Center, a giant violet egg hatched their brand-new mascot: Violet the Raven. Host Kaari Peterson breaks down Violet's egg-cellent debut and the Norse mythology behind “Ballhalla.” Next up, it’s tech time: The WNBA’s partnership with Second Spectrum is bringing full-court optical tracking and mind-bending analytics to the league. From sharper coaching to smarter storytelling, Kaari dives into how data is r...

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13:16

The WNBA: Facts, Fiction, and Shirley Temples

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2025/08/06

From buzzer beaters to busted myths, this episode of Her Game Her Voice brings the heat. Host Kaari Peterson kicks things off with a Golden State Valkyries update — including key injuries, road trip fatigue, and what’s ahead for the WNBA’s newest franchise. Then it’s time to mythbust: What does revenue sharing actually look like in the W? Why does revenue sharing matter? Kaari separates fact from fiction, and dives into some of the most persistent misconceptions about the WNBA. And finally — ...

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15:06

The 2025 WNBA All-Star Game (Was Kinda Meh)

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2025/07/24

Hey Hoop Heads — I’m back with a fully loaded All-Star edition of Her Game Her Voice and I’ve got a lot to share including: 🏀 A break down the highs, lows, and the "meh" of the 2025 WNBA All-Star Game in Indianapolis 📣 A fantastic listener question about the WNBA’s Collective Bargaining Agreement (spoiler: it’s a BIG DEAL) 👕 Thoughts about the players’ bold “Pay Us What You Owe Us” shirts 💬 And of course, the Awards are back including: An Airball for ESPN Analyst Elle Duncan’s Cancun

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15:34

WNBA Fight Club, Reffing in Real Time, & Valkyries Value

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2025/06/27

Guess what? The Indiana Fever came to Ballhalla… and left with an L. In this episode of Her Game Her Voice, host Kaari Peterson breaks down the Golden State Valkyries’ electric win over the Fever, the escalating physicality in the WNBA (hello, Fever vs. Sun skirmish), and what the Commissioner’s Cup prize money really looks like for players. Spoiler: crypto’s involved. Plus, we head back to the classroom with Coach Tara VanDerveer for a masterclass in officiating from legendary ref Violet Pal...

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14:29

Valkyries Rising, Hardship Contracts, & the WNBA Pay Gap

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2025/06/12

This week on Her Game Her Voice, host Kaari Peterson brings the heat with the latest from the Golden State Valkyries, including a dominant win over the Aces and the signing of MSU Spartan alum Aerial Powers. Listener Pillar from Michigan asks: “What is a WNBA hardship contract?” — and Kaari breaks it down. Also in this episode: a hard look at the WNBA’s shocking pay gap, with insights from Nobel Prize-winning economist Claudia Goldin. Plus, the HGHV Awards return with Rookie of the Month Kiki...

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13:52

Rookies, Refs & a Question for Tara VanDerveer

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2025/06/05

In this episode of Her Game Her Voice, we’re diving into: 🏀 How the Golden State Valkyries’ rookies are settling in 📍 Where Princeton’s Kaitlyn Chen is now (hint: she’s not done dazzling us) 🎤 Tara VanDerveer’s thoughts on building a pipeline for women coaches 💡 A listener question on the WNBA 3-point line (and what it says about the women’s game) 🎖 Plus, the Awards return with this week’s: Buzzer Beater: A coaching win that deserves a mic dropAirball: Lopsided local coverage (aka no

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14:45

Muffet Graduates, Valkyries Begin, and Fans React

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2025/05/21

Graduation milestones, expansion excitement, and growing pains on and off the court. In this episode, Kaari returns after a short break to celebrate her daughter’s college graduation — and the WNBA’s 29th season tip-off. She shares her firsthand experience as a Golden State Valkyries season ticket holder at the team’s much-anticipated home opener, including standout moments, second-half struggles, and a halftime performance that sparked some strong opinions. Plus: A quick hi...

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11:04

The Draft, the Nets, and the Guard DAWGS

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2025/04/30

In this episode of Her Game. Her Voice., Kaari Peterson takes you inside the 2025 WNBA Draft—from a surprising pick by the Golden State Valkyries to their bold international roster strategy. Plus, what’s with cutting down basketball nets? We’ve got answers. Kelsey Plum’s DAWG camp earns this week’s Buzzer Beater, and Kaari hands out an Airball Award to a missed merchandising opportunity. And yes, she’s got thoughts on the decline in girls’ basketball participation—and why it deserves a Flagra...

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12:17

Betty, Pat, and Big Numbers

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2025/04/18

In this episode, I shine a spotlight on Belmont University legend Betty Wiseman—aka “Belmont Betty”—and the extraordinary legacy she built for women’s basketball in the Southeast. I’ll also take you back to the 2002 Final Four in San Antonio, where a surprise encounter with Pat Summitt left me speechless. Plus: this year’s NCAA title game delivered huge viewership, proving that women’s hoops is here to stay. As always, we close with our weekly awards: a Flagrant Foul for a coach who cro...

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9:33

Big Games, Bigger Feelings, and UConn Fans (Still the...

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2025/03/26

Short on time? Good news—so are we. In this bite-sized, 10 minute episode of Her Game Her Voice, we’re diving deep into March Madness! 🏀 First, we head back to Stanford for a special "Road to the Final Four" Basketball Master Class with Tara Vanderveer. I also share my own wild memories from the 1995 Final Four (spoiler: UConn fans, you’re not my favorite). 🏆 Awards Time! • Buzzer Beater: Alabama vs. Maryland’s epic double-overtime showdown—an instant classic with record-brea...

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11:42

Heartbreak, The Dance, and Eminem

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2025/03/21

March Madness is here, but not everyone got an invite—Stanford’s historic NCAA tournament streak is over, and I’ve got thoughts. Plus, we dive into the origins of “March Madness” and “The Big Dance,” break down Cinderella stories and bracket busters, and hand out this week’s Buzzer Beater, Airball, and Flagrant Foul Awards. Spoiler alert: Eminem is stepping up for women’s basketball, and Unrivaled’s coaching choices? Not so much. Tap in for all the madness! Here's a link to ...

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10:00

Court Time, World Champs and Red Heads

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2025/03/12

In this episode of Her Game. Her Voice., we dive into the stories of two groundbreaking women’s basketball teams. First, the Fort Shaw Indian Boarding School team—Indigenous girls who dominated the court in the early 1900s, becoming world champions at the 1904 World’s Fair. But their success came with a dark reality, as their victories were used to promote assimilation policies. It’s a story that will make you cheer—and cringe. Then, meet the All American Red Heads, the first professional wom...

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12:45

Tip-Off! Tara, Trailblazers, and the Game We Love

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2025/03/05

Welcome to the very first episode of Her Game Her Voice! I’m Kaari Peterson, and this is the podcast where women’s basketball meets the conversations that shape the game—on and off the court. In this episode, I’m taking you inside my basketball class taught by legendary Hall of Fame coach Tara VanDerveer. From the very first moment, it was clear this class would be special, and I’m sharing some of the key takeaways—including how basketball isn’t just about Xs and Os, but a reflection of Ameri...

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1:39

Introducing Her Game Her Voice with Kaari Peterson

Her Game Her Voice™ ·

2025/02/05

Her Game Her Voice is the podcast where women’s basketball meets bold conversations about gender parity, the unique challenges female athletes face, and the moments—both on and off the court—that shape the game. From buzzer-beating triumphs to air balls that leave us shaking our heads (like Pitbull at the WNBA All-Star halftime show—really?!), Kaari breaks it all down with insight, humor, and a passion for the game. She’ll share what she’s learning from Basketball Hall of Fame Coach Tara VanD...

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