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We Need To Talk NOW

CBS Sports" groundbreaking women-focused brandWe Need To Talkis launching a podcast. Get your weekly sports and culture fix with Alicia Jay and Erica Ayala. They will cover the top news in sports, with an emphasis on female athletes and women making waves across the industry.

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11:30

Sydney Colson speaks on WNBA return, dreams of...

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2026/08/20

Sydney Colson joins Erica L. Ayala for an in-depth look at her comedy career, her hopes to return to the WNBA and more. 0:00 Intro 0:24 The secret to playing under pressure 1:58 What's more stress inducing: stand-up comedy or a Championship-clinching game? 4:14 How does she navigate comedy with addressing important topics 6:38 On eyeing a return to the WNBA, Houston Comets & the difference she sees in the league's activism 10:07 Kiss-Marry-Kill: Sports, Fashion, Comedy

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62:55

Which WNBA coaches are on the hot seat? 5 names + 3...

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2026/08/17

Which WNBA coaches are in the hot seat? Alicia Jay and Erica L. Ayala break it down, plus a deeper conversation about the state of the WNBA and much more.0:00 Intro1:20 Hall of Fame Weekend6:01 Diana Taurasi celebrated with jersey retirement12:55 Amid Hall of Fame weekend, a deeper conversation emerges around the WNBA26:40 Minnesota Lynx, Las Vegas Aces becoming a rivalry?31:38 What we learned from the Indiana Fever outlasting Atlanta Dream in OT35:49 Injury updates for Satou Sabally, Azzi Fudd and

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43:47

Can the Minnesota Lynx overcome their playoff woes? +...

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2026/08/13

Erica L. Ayala is joined by Ty Carter to take a look at some of the WNBA's top teams, Stephanie White's recent pregame comments and more.0:00 Intro0:38 Breaking down Stephanie White’s pregame message regarding online comments4:51 Other WNBA News: Phoenix Mercury to retire Diana Taurasi’s jersey this weekend + More8:20 What is the ceiling for the Minnesota Lynx?11:32 Should teams look at resting their stars with the FIBA break?13:41 Are the Golden State Valkyries a legitimate contender?18:12 How much

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47:55

Reacting to the latest WNBA controversy: DiJonai...

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2026/08/10

Alicia Jay and Erica L. Ayala break down all of the latest around the WNBA, including DiJonai Carrington being ejected for a hard foul on Sophie Cunningham and Caitlin Clark's latest technical being rescinded.0:00 Intro1:15 Mystics pick up Betnijah Laney-Hamilton5:23 Are the Washington Mystics the hottest team in the WNBA right now?7:04 Indiana Fever sign Mercedes Russell8:55 Did Olivia Miles shift the MVP conversation against the Aces?16:13 DiJonai Carrington ejected for hard foul on Sophie

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24:01

Betnijah Laney-Hamilton WAIVED by the Liberty: What...

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2026/08/07

Alicia Jay and Erica L. Ayala react to the news around the New York Liberty waiving Betnijah Laney-Hamilton and give some possible landing spots for the veteran guard. 0:00 Intro 0:26 Did we see this coming? 4:30 Could this have been prevented? 6:36 What happens next for Betnijah 14:26 Potential landing spots 18:26 Liberty to sign Marine Fauthoux to standard contract

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44:18

Caitlin Clark & Paige Bueckers sign of impending USA...

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2026/08/06

Alicia Jay and Erica L. Ayala break down the latest headlines around the WNBA and women's basketball.0:00 Intro0:39 Team USA Roster Announcement: Biggest Surprises & Snubs3:55 Cleveland WNBA expansion announces name9:51 Other WNBA news12:05 Did Cleveland “steal” its name from the PWHL’s NY Sirens?19:27 A missed opportunity to honor WNBA history + There won’t be a WNBA 30 list 👀29:22 Game Preview: Las Vegas Aces at Minnesota Lynx38:30 What else to watch in women’s sports this weekend41:01 Aces

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61:08

The Aces’ BIGGEST issue, Sydney Taylor’s MOMENT,...

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2026/08/03

Alicia Jay and Erica L. Ayala break down Sydney Taylor's game winner, the winners and losers at the WNBA trade deadline and more.0:00 Intro1:30 Alicia’s Golden State Valkyries experience2:48 What made the Kelsey Plum to Phoenix Mercury trade so surprising7:21 What makes Toronto a great fit for Aneesah Morrow13:59 Sydney Taylor plays hero for Chicago Sky20:50 The Las Vegas Aces need to come to terms with this one glaring issue23:38 Olivia Miles finally gets her ‘Welcome to the W’ moment28:19 New York

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67:39

Chaos in the WNBA: Paige-Angel ‘bet’ goes viral,...

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2026/07/30

Alicia Jay and Erica L. Ayala break down the latest around the WNBA.0:00 Intro2:20 Ellie the Elephant shuts down dating rumors??4:55 WNBA responds to social media post appearing to promote a bet between Paige Bueckers & Angel Reese10:50 Injury Updates: Aliyah Boston, Dominique Malonga + Gabby Williams14:00 Seattle Storm, Indiana Fever respond to anti-trans rally; Storm co-owner suspended 5 games for fan confrontation32:57 Two teams to watch in the second half of the WNBA season: Washington42:20

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27:03

2026 WNBA All-Star Live Recap: Marina Mabrey’s...

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2026/07/30

Jonquel Jones named MVP. Marina Mabrey RED HOT. Dominique Malonga dunking and SO MUCH MORE. Alicia Jay and Erica L. Ayala were live postgame breaking it ALL down from WNBA All-Star in Chicago.

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57:01

Where Sandy Brondello’s Apology to Angel Reese Falls...

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2026/07/21

Alicia Jay and Erica L. Ayala are back breaking down the latest around the WNBA, including Sandy Brondello's one-game suspension, the Indiana Fever's hot streak and more.0:00 Intro1:20 Indiana Fever: What’s contributed to their hot streak?8:09 New York Liberty: Is Chris DeMarco the right man for the job?15:28 Atlanta Dream 93 - Chicago Sky 91: Sydney Taylor, Jordin Canada are showing OUT18:15 Chicago Sky at risk of giving away another top pick?20:29 Sandy Brondello suspended one-game for comments

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44:21

WNBA All-Star Draft: Surprises and Reactions, Chelsea...

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2026/07/16

Alicia Jay and Erica Ayala are back with a new episode of We Need To Talk Now. They discuss the WNBA All-Star Draft, Chelsea Gray receiving racist messages on social media and preview the weekend games.0:00 - Intro4:00 - WNBA All-Star Draft Recap and Reaction17:00 - Discussing the racist messages Chelsea Gray received on social media31:40 - Liberty-Fever Preview38:00 - Sky-Dream Preview

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59:28

Betnijah threw a SHOE? Liberty-Tempo was pure CHAOS +...

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2026/07/13

Alicia Jay and Erica L. Ayala recap the weekend that was in the WNBA, including Betnijah Laney-Hamilton's ejection, the Aces' wild weekend and much more.0:00 Intro 0:21 Atlanta Dream: Slump, Bad Luck or Needing Fixing?8:28 Betnijah Laney-Hamilton EJECTED in tense Liberty-Tempo game16:56 Where do the Phoenix Mercury go after third-largest loss in WNBA history?20:11 Indiana demolishes the Aces in 109-75 win27:03 Sparks make midseason move at GM: Smart? Not so smart?32:40 League’s hottest teams: What’s

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44:16

Aces CUT Chennedy Carter: Is she out of chances? +...

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2026/07/09

Why did the Aces waive Chennedy Carter? And what's going on with Skylar Diggins and the Chicago Sky? Alicia Jay and Erica L. Ayala break down the latest around the WNBA and talk all things All-Star with the reserves being announced.0:00 Intro0:45 Chennedy Carter WAIVED in shocking move by the Aces4:40 Skylar Diggins saga continues: Tyler Marsh discusses benching decision12:16 WNBA All-Star reserves announced: Biggest surprises and snubs16:47 Mock drafting WNBA All-Star teams23:25 2-minute drill:

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57:49

WNBA Weekend Recap: Kate Martin SIGNED by Sparks + Is...

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2026/07/06

How could Kate Martin help the Los Angeles Sparks? And what does Golden State's win over Atlanta say about each team? Alicia Jay and Erica L. Ayala break it all down plus MORE.0:00 Intro0:27 Kate Martin signed4:30 Is there cause for concern with the Atlanta Dream?12:10 Are the Golden State Valkyries a contender?22:20 WNBA All-Star: Starter surprises and predictions40:10 Cheryl Reeve highlights WBHOF inductions47:02 Who could break A’ja Wilson’s single-season scoring record?53:54 Coco Gauff, Naomi

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20:17

Is Skylar Diggins BENCHED for Courtney Vandersloot?...

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2026/07/06

Skylar Diggins took to social media on Monday to air out her grievances with the Chicago Sky. Alicia Jay and Erica L. Ayala are breaking it down and giving their reaction.

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43:31

Stephanie White sounds OFF on Alyssa Thomas...

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2026/07/02

Stephanie White spoke on Wednesday about Alyssa Thomas receiving death threats. Meanwhile, Napheesa Collier nears a return and is Betnijah Laney-Hamilton's future with the Liberty in question? Alicia Jay and Erica L. Ayala break it all down plus more.0:00 Intro0:45 Stephanie White sounds off on Alyssa Thomas controversy5:55 Napheesa Collier returns to basketball activities7:55 Should Betnijah Laney-Hamilton be a target for teams at the trade deadline?12:05 Is Michaela Onyenwere the perfect vet for

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49:51

Is Sabrina Ionescu BACK? Aces vs. Liberty: WNBA...

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2026/07/01

Was the Commissioner's Cup a PIVOTAL moment for Las Vegas and New York this season? Alicia Jay and Erica L. Ayala recap the Commissioner's Cup Final.0:00 Intro2:18 Game recap: A pivotal moment for Las Vegas, New York8:51 Sabrina Ionescu should’ve won MVP 21:35 Alyssa Thomas responds to one-game suspension29:50 Mystics 4OT33:15 Other standouts from the weekend in the WNBA38:45 Answering chat questions

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44:00

These WNBA teams are under performing + This is one...

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2026/06/25

Which WNBA teams are under performing and which are over performing? Alicia Jay and Erica L. Ayala break it down, PLUS preview the Commissioner's Cup Final, take a look at changing NCAA eligibility rules and more. 0:00 Intro0:34 Wednesday Recap: Phoenix pulls out win over Indiana and more8:18 Commissioner’s Cup Preview12:44 Which WNBA teams are under performing vs. over performing23:57 What is the new NCAA eligibility rule and why we have concerns33:30 Game Previews: Minnesota Lynx at Dallas

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54:00

Why the WNBA having NO Black women head coaches is a...

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2026/06/22

For just the third time in WNBA history, there are NO Black women as head coaches within the league. Alicia Jay and Erica L. Ayala dive into why it's a problem, plus celebrating the league's 30th anniversary, diving into some midseason picks for end of season awards and much more.0:00 Intro1:15 Dallas Wings match win total from last season3:17 Jackie Young passes Becky Hammon on Aces’ all-time assists list10:37 WNBA celebrates 30th anniversary21:54 The WNBA has a Black women head coaching

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44:11

What’s behind the WNBA’s MASSIVE drop in All Star...

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2026/06/18

Erica L. Ayala and Alicia Jay are BACK talking all things WNBA All Star, Commissioner's Cup and more.0:00 Intro0:31 Caitlin Clark announces signature shoe drop4:16 WNBA All Star Votes: Biggest surprises, which players are MISSING?12:42 WNBA Deep Dive: Season expands to 50 games22:45 Commissioner's Cup Final is SET: Las Vegas Aces vs. New York Liberty31:18 Game Preview: Chicago Sky vs. Dallas Wings35:22 Game Preview: Golden State Valkyries vs. Las Vegas Aces41:26 PWHL Draft Recap: KK Harvey No. 1

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