The GIST of It

The GIST of It
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The GIST of It Podcast

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.

  1. 2 DAYS AGO

    Ep #396: DeShaun Watson suit, PWHL drops new logos and team names & wrapping up the Paralympics

    Puck yeah! On today’s episode of The GIST of It, co-hosts Ellen Hyslop and Steph Rotz discuss the latest updates from the PWHL after the league officially dropped new names and logos for all six teams on Monday. The fresh designs are exciting, but there’s even more to be hyped about heading into the PWHL’s sophomore season.  Then in part two, El and Steph review the records and historic wins coming out of the 2024 Paris Paralympics. And the athletes weren’t the only ones going for world records: viewership numbers were through the roof, too. Magnifique. A big thank you to our friends at Aflac for powering today’s episode! Just like The GIST tackles the gap in women’s sports coverage, Aflac closes the gap that health insurance leaves behind. Learn more at aflac.com/thegist. Show notes: https://www.thepwhl.com/en/pwhl-unveils-all-six-team-identities-ahead-of-second-season/ More on The GIST:  Subscribe: thegistsports.com/subscribepod X: @thegistpod Email: pod@thegistsports.com  IG: @thegistca @thegistusa

    37 min

  2. SEPT 5

    Ep #395: Everything you need to know about the upcoming NFL season

    Hut hut! Hike! On today’s episode of The GIST of It, co-hosts Ellen Hyslop and Steph Rotz are swiping on their eye black for a full NFL season preview. From the offseason moves shaking up the league to the players and teams to watch, the gals have everything you need to know before the first Thursday Night Football whistle. A big thank you to our friends at Aflac for powering today’s episode! Just like The GIST tackles the gap in women’s sports coverage, Aflac closes the gap that health insurance leaves behind. Learn more at aflac.com/thegist. Show notes: More on The GIST:  Subscribe: thegistsports.com/subscribepod X: @thegistpod Email: pod@thegistsports.com  IG: @thegistca @thegistusa

    42 min

  3. AUG 29

    Ep #394: A college football primer & WNBA playoffs chase

    Hello! On today’s episode of The GIST of It, co-hosts Ellen Hyslop and Steph Rotz are heading back to school as they tackle the first full weekend of college football. After a quick refresher on how it all works, El and Steph chat through a few key rule changes this season and the top teams to watch. Then in part two, the gals check back in with some WNBA updates as the regular season nears its close in mid-September. While three W teams have punched their ticket to the postseason, the rest remain in the hunt for a playoff spot. May the best team win.  A big thank you to our friends at Aflac for powering today’s episode! Just like The GIST tackles the gap in women’s sports coverage, Aflac closes the gap that health insurance leaves behind. Learn more at aflac.com/thegist. Show notes: Canadian Tire — Raising The Bar More on The GIST:  Subscribe: thegistsports.com/subscribepod X: @thegistpod Email: pod@thegistsports.com  IG: @thegistca @thegistusa

    36 min

  4. AUG 27

    Ep #393: Paralympics primer and US Open preview

    Hi there! On today’s episode of The GIST of It, co-hosts Ellen Hyslop and Steph Rotz are brushing up on their French (again) to preview the Paralympic Games, which kick off on Wednesday. From the Paralympics’ origins to the Games’ unprecedented growth on the international stage, we’re diving headfirst, fearless into the top tier alternative sports competition. Then in part two, the gals are heading back stateside to preview the US Open, tennis’ final Grand Slam of the season, underway now from Queens, NY. Talk about an ace.  A big thank you to our friends at Aflac for powering today’s episode! Just like The GIST tackles the gap in women’s sports coverage, Aflac closes the gap that health insurance leaves behind. Learn more at aflac.com/thegist. Show notes: More on The GIST:  Subscribe: thegistsports.com/subscribepod X: @thegistpod Email: pod@thegistsports.com  IG: @thegistca @thegistusa

    35 min

  5. AUG 22

    Ep #392: Jannik Sinner’s sanction & previewing AU Softball’s Champions Week

    Hey there! On today’s episode of The GIST of It, co-hosts Ellen Hyslop and Steph Rotz sift through the details surrounding world No. 1 men’s tennis player Jannik Sinner’s anti-doping sanction, and what it means for the young player at the upcoming US Open.  Then in part two, the girls swing for the fences, previewing Athletes Unlimited’s Softball’s Champions Week, which goes down this weekend in Rosemont, Illinois. It all goes down on the diamond.   A big thank you to our friends at Aflac for powering today’s episode! Just like The GIST tackles the gap in women’s sports coverage, Aflac closes the gap that health insurance leaves behind. Learn more at aflac.com/thegist. Show notes: More on The GIST:  Subscribe: thegistsports.com/subscribepod X: @thegistpod Email: pod@thegistsports.com  IG: @thegistca @thegistusa

    24 min

  6. AUG 20

    Ep #391: WNBA playoff push & off-court updates

    Hello! On today’s episode of The GIST of It, co-host Steph Rotz and guest host Lauren Tuiskula dive headfirst into the WNBA playoff push after a thrilling weekend of headline-making action. From the NY Liberty’s postseason clinch to the ongoing Rookie of the Year battle, the W is adding extra spice to a thrilling summer of sports.  Then in part two, the gals dig into some off-court WNBA moments, from updates in LA Sparks star Dearica Hamby’s lawsuit to the league’s latest partnership. Up, up, and away they go.  A big thank you to our friends at Aflac for powering today’s episode! Just like The GIST tackles the gap in women’s sports coverage, Aflac closes the gap that health insurance leaves behind. Learn more at aflac.com/thegist. Show notes: Ep #390: Dearica Hamby’s discrimination lawsuit and the WNBA returns post-Olympics More on The GIST:  Subscribe: thegistsports.com/subscribepod X: @thegistpod Email: pod@thegistsports.com  IG: @thegistca @thegistusa

    23 min

  7. AUG 15

    Ep #390: Dearica Hamby’s discrimination lawsuit and the WNBA returns post-Olympics

    Hi there! On today’s episode of The GIST of It, co-host Steph Rotz and guest host Robyn Pearson dive into a plethora of WNBA news before the second half of the season tips off. First up, the gals discuss LA Sparks forward Dearica Hamby’s recent federal lawsuit against her former team, the Las Vegas Aces, and the WNBA over alleged discrimination in relation to her pregnancy.  Then in part two, Steph and Robyn preview the second half of the season as the league returns from the Olympic break. After a triumphant Team USA gold in Paris, top players like A’ja Wilson (Las Vegas Aces), Sabrina Ionescu (NY Liberty), Alyssa Thomas (Connecticut Sun), and Napheesa Collier (Minnesota Lynx) are back stateside, baby.  A big thank you to our friends at Aflac for powering today’s episode! Just like The GIST tackles the gap in women’s sports coverage, Aflac closes the gap that health insurance leaves behind. Learn more at aflac.com/thegist. Show notes: More on The GIST:  Subscribe: thegistsports.com/subscribepod X: @thegistpod Email: pod@thegistsports.com IG: @thegistca @thegistusa

    25 min

  8. AUG 13

    Ep #389: Jordan Chiles’ bronze medal explainer & the business of the Paris Olympics

    Hello! On today’s episode of The GIST of It, co-hosts Ellen Hyslop and Steph Rotz wrap up their Olympic coverage with the latest headlines and a business breakdown on Paris. First, the gals discuss Team USA gymnast (and friend of the pod) Jordan Chiles, who may be stripped of her individual floor exercise bronze medal. Heartbreaking. Then in part two, El and Steph dive into the massive viewership numbers driving growth around these Olympics. From gymnast Stephen Nedoroscik to rugby star Ilona Maher, Olympians enjoyed a bigger spotlight in Paris compared to Tokyo and Beijing, and it’s all thanks to NBC’s winning strategy — and the viewers, of course.  A big thank you to our friends at Aflac for powering today’s episode! Just like The GIST tackles the gap in women’s sports coverage, Aflac closes the gap that health insurance leaves behind. Learn more at aflac.com/thegist. Show notes: More on The GIST:  Subscribe: thegistsports.com/subscribepod X: @thegistpod Email: pod@thegistsports.com  IG: @thegistca @thegistusa

    33 min
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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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  • Creator
    The GIST of It
  • Years Active
    2020 - 2024
  • Episodes
    389
  • Rating
    Explicit
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