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HEY SPIRITS

A podcast covering all things about the Washington Spirit. The 2021 NWSL Champions are the only professional women"s soccer team in the DMV area and we"re going to bring you match previews, reviews, interviews, analysis, community chatter, and everything else. Follow us to follow one of the most exciting teams in the NWSL!

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00:43:30

Community, Collaboration, & Cool "Disco" Dan (w/...

HEY SPIRITS ·

2026/02/18

Recently the Washington Spirit dropped a Black History Month capsule in partnership with supporters' group, Rose Room Collective. Since this is a first-of-its-kind NWSL collab, Annie & André had to get the scoop on how it all went down with co-founder of Rose Room Collective, Aaron Bland!We discuss how the collaboration came about, celebrating real DC in the design, what it means for a club to embed itself in a community, DC sports fandom, and a lot more.Thank you for listening, please

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00:38:34

EMERGENCY POD: Screaming, Croixing, Throwing Up

HEY SPIRITS ·

2026/02/12

Well, Haley Carter promised us news in our interview with her BUT THIS IS NOT THE NEWS WE WANTED! 😤😤Annie, Ella & André tried to process the shocking news of Croix Bethune being traded to Kansas City. We discuss the three-team deal and what the Spirit got in return. Then we look at the hole Bethune's departure leaves behind, potential reasons for her wanting the move, and engage in some crashing out.Thank you for listening, please subscribe, rate, and review — it means a lot to us

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01:09:23

Conflict is my love language (w/ Haley Carter)

HEY SPIRITS ·

2026/02/09

Annie, Ella & André were delighted to chat with the Spirit's new President of Soccer Operations, Haley Carter!She gave us over an hour of her time to discuss why she chose to leave Orlando for the Spirit, what needs to happen to get over the championship hump, a breakdown of her role and others in the front office, what she hopes to accomplish with the Spirit, why she plays video games, and so much more. Like, sooooo much more!Thank you for listening, please subscribe, rate, and review — it

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00:35:06

Goalkeeping, Axolotls, & Muscle Cars (w/ Wojo)

HEY SPIRITS ·

2026/02/05

Annie, Ella & André chatted with one of the newest Spirits, Vanderbilt's own Sara Wojdelko (aka Wojo)!We got into her path toward becoming a goalkeeper, pros and cons of entering the league without a draft, why she chose the Spirit, her pet axolotl, the Rainforest Cafe, muscle cars and so much more.Thank you for listening, please subscribe, rate, and review — it means a lot to us! 🙏====================Follow UsInstagram:

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00:47:44

Rodman's (finally) Back, & Other Roster News

HEY SPIRITS ·

2026/01/26

Annie, Ella & André react to Trinity Rodman becoming unattached no more! We discuss the deal, its relief and details, and how it marks a new chapter in the career of Trinity Rodman.Then we dive into lots of other news, including the signing of Elisabeth Tsé, rumored signing of Claudia Martínez, the return of Tamara Bolt & Emma Gaines-Ramos from their loans, and the departures of Narumi Miura and Heather Stainbrook (loan).Thank you for listening, please subscribe, rate, and review — it means

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00:56:04

Grievances and Classification and Parity, Oh my! (w/...

HEY SPIRITS ·

2026/01/19

Annie & André were delighted to be joined by executive director of the NWSLPA, Meghann Burke!We chat with Meghann to gain insights and updates on the two grievances the NWSLPA filed against the NWSL concerning Trinity Rodman's vetoed contract, and the newly created High Impact Player Rule.We also discuss 'classification' vs. 'player compensation', criteria, parity, raising the salary cap, and a lot more. Thank you for listening, please subscribe, rate, and review — it means a

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01:05:18

HIP Rants & Offseason Moves

HEY SPIRITS ·

2026/01/12

Annie, Ella & André (finally, according to Annie) turn our attention to the 2026 season!We start with a Trinity Rodman update, and answer why she was listed as 'unattached' for her USWNT callup, and give the latest on her contract situation. We also explain the NWSL's new High Impact Player Rule, including its many flaws.Then we dive into offseason moves to give sad goodbyes to Courtney Brown and Brittany Ratcliffe, and warm welcomes to Lucia Di Guglielmo and Sara Wojdelko. We also

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00:56:14

2025 Hey Spirits Awards Show

HEY SPIRITS ·

2026/01/05

Annie, Ella & André aren't quiiiiite ready to let go of the Washington Spirit's 2025 season just yet!We discussed nominees, then asked for your votes, and have now tallied them and sat down to unveil our six winners for the season. Find out who won our awards for Biggest Surprise, Big Damn Hero, Goal, Assist and Defensive Play of the Year, and of course, who will be the second ever recipient of our MVP award, the Candy Corn Crown.Thank you for listening, please subscribe, rate, and

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00:47:38

The NWSL/Trinity Rodman Contract Saga

HEY SPIRITS ·

2025/12/16

Annie, Ella & André do their best to break down why this will be an important week for the Spirit's quest to re-sign Trinity Rodman.We break down each aspect of the saga, from Rodman wanting to stay and the league seemingly caught off guard by that fact, to the proposed contract that's the center of a grievance, and a newly proposed mechanism that has some good/some bad, but is ultimately a workaround that would leave lots of players behind. We get into it all!Thank you for listening,

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01:12:53

2025 Spirits Season Review

HEY SPIRITS ·

2025/12/04

Annie, Ella & I take a seat and pull out the scrapbook to review the Washington Spirit's 2025 season, but first we discuss the breaking news of Haley Carter joining the Spirit.Then we discuss everything from the Challenge Cup win to scary availability reports to an unexpected coaching change to another fun playoff run to another NWSL Championship, and a lot more. Plus, we drop our nominees for our Hey Spirits Awards!After, we need 🫵YOU🫵 to help us out. We'll be awarding best goal,

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01:17:50

Get in, we're doing group therapy [Spirits v. Gotham...

HEY SPIRITS ·

2025/11/23

Annie, Ella & André review a(nother) sad and frustrating NWSL Championship game.First, we talk through the game: Why the Spirit struggled to create chances, suffering through low xG battles, wining the battle but losing the war, and fairness.Then we discuss 'that moment', the human perspective, who was to blame for Gotham's goal, and why the only mistake made isn't the one you think.Thank you for listening, please subscribe, rate, and review — it means a lot to us

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00:22:25

REBE & RUMI! (w/ Rebeca Bernal & Narumi Miura)

HEY SPIRITS ·

2025/11/21

Annie & André were delighted to chat with Rebeca Bernal and Narumi Miura!We cannot thank Rebe & Rumi enough for allowing us to interview them in their second language. It couldn't have been the most comfortable thing for them, but they were amazing and gave us some incredible answers. Don't miss Bernal telling us who she plays for (🫶), and Narumi telling us the thing she couldn't believe when she first came to the States (😂).We've been waiting for a while to chat with these

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00:59:02

How to break the Bats [Spirits v. Gotham Championship...

HEY SPIRITS ·

2025/11/20

Annie, Ella & André preview the NWSL Championship!The Spirits are in their third Championship game in five seasons, so we discuss how they can bring home their second title. We discuss Gotham's style of play and how to counter it, key players on each team, "underdogs", André trying to Do A Thing on the internet, and more.Stay until the end to make sure you hear about all the watch parties happening in the DMV. Thank you for listening, please subscribe, rate, and review. It means a

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01:07:31

Talented. Brilliant. Incredible. Amazing. [Spirits v....

HEY SPIRITS ·

2025/11/17

Annie, Ella & André review a, quite simply, talented, brilliant, amazing, showstopping, spectacular, never the same, totally unique, completely not ever been done before performance from the Washington Spirit!The Spirit are heading to yet another NWSL Championship courtesy of a dominant 2-0 performance over the Portland Thorns. We discuss why it was so dominant, and chat about the versatility that made it impossible for Portland to keep up.After, we touch on Trinity Rodman's contract

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00:45:09

How to prune the Thorns [Spirit v. Thorns Semifinal...

HEY SPIRITS ·

2025/11/13

Annie, Ella & André get you prepared for this weekend's semifinal match against the Portland Thorns!We discuss the season the two have had, their last matches, how they play, how to capitalize on their weaknesses, who needs to have a good game, who the Spirit will the Spirit need to stop, and more.Plus we also talk about clouds, and our new logo! Thank you for listening, please subscribe, rate, and review. It means a lot to us! 🙏====================Check out Ale Rodriguez-Girtler's

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01:17:30

MORE LIKE AURA KINGSBURY [Spirits v. Racing Playoff...

HEY SPIRITS ·

2025/11/09

Annie, Ella & André tried to find the words to relive, analyze and reflect on yet another dramatic playoff win at Audi.Good news, we found the words and ended up going into extra time ourselves (whoops). How did Louisville's unexpected approach almost work? Why did the Spirit struggle to create high quality chances? How on earth did Spirit players remain so calm throughout the twists and turns of that entire match?! Also, where exactly should Aubrey Kingsbury's statue be located? We

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00:53:14

How to turn Big Purp into Lil Purp [Spirits v....

HEY SPIRITS ·

2025/11/05

Annie, Ella & André are back! After breezing by a bland and uneventful match against Utah, we dive deep into the Spirit's upcoming playoff match against Racing Louisville (Big Purp).The Purp are a throwback NWSL team. What does that mean, and what do the Spirit need to do to make sure their run to the playoffs ends at Audi Field? Thank you for listening, please subscribe, rate, and review. It means a lot to us! 🙏====================Supporters' Food Drive: The first annual food drive by

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00:46:05

What to make of a weird game?

HEY SPIRITS ·

2025/10/20

Annie & Ella chat about a very weird final home game for the Spirit.We discuss two own goals, a beautiful team, and just how fans should react to the end of Washington's winning streak. We also share our opinions on stutter step penalty kicks, try to list all of the Spirit players called up in this international window, and mention a referee once again getting it mostly right.Thank you for listening, please subscribe, rate, and review. It means a lot to us! 🙏====================Follow

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00:47:30

Rain, Rotation, & Rodman's Left [Spirits v. Courage...

HEY SPIRITS ·

2025/10/13

Annie, Ella & André review a soggy and desperate night in Cary, North Carolina.We discuss North Carolina playing desperate (and well) and the Spirit matching their intensity despite using all subs by the 67th minute. We discuss the good then bad box defending, Trinity Rodman's left foot, Narumi Miura's development, and we actually have nice things to say about referees this time! 😱Thank you for listening, please subscribe, rate, and review. It means a lot to us

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00:44:15

Spirits, Super Falcons, and Afrobeats (w/ Deb Abiodun)

HEY SPIRITS ·

2025/10/09

Ella & André were delighted to be joined by the one and only—the rookie of the month in her first full month in the NWSL—Deborah Abiodun!We get into her journey into professional soccer, from playing with her brothers in Nigeria, to streetball and camps, to the University of Pittsburgh and Super Falcons.We also discuss her loan to Dallas Trinity, and how each phase of her career has prepared her for the whirlwind journey she's had over the past few years.Also, we got to break the news of Deb

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