The Bounce Off Podcast

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The Bounce Off: a podcast by two Brown girls about the most interesting stories in sports. It’s about the thrill, the drama, and those moments that make you hold your breath or hop off the couch. Forget the jargon - we’re here for the human stuff that make sports so captivating.

  1. 05/22/2025

    Couture, Controversies & Call-Outs

    P and V are back for a between-season bonus episode because, frankly, there’s just too much happening. We kick things off with V’s finicky Oilers fandom (P is not letting it slide), then celebrate AAPI Heritage Month with a nod to standout Asian athletes... and, naturally, bidets. Next up: the ultimate sports-fashion crossover. P breaks down the Met Gala with a special shoutout to Lewis Hamilton for centering Black women on one of fashion’s biggest nights. We also get into the NFL's latest headlines—from White House visits (and snubs) to Saquon Barkley’s gaslight masterclass. Then it's back to the ice for NHL playoff chaos, where we ask: should executives and owners be held to the same conduct standards as players? We take a hard look at the sexual assault trial involving Canadian junior hockey players, using it as a lens to question how governing bodies like Hockey Canada handle misconduct and accountability in sport. Also in this jam-packed episode: foodie PWHL players, a win for U.S. Olympic athlete retirement funds, why the LPGA deserves a legacy tournament, Eminem’s undying Detroit loyalty, and NIL madness—P’s favorite topic (keep those kids in school… maybe?). To wrap things up, we reveal our latest millennial movie obsessions. V brings the spirit finger energy, while P reflects on a film that meant everything to Brown girls growing up. 💡 Content note: This episode includes discussion of sexual assault. If you or someone you know needs support, you're not alone. In the U.S. and Canada, contact RAINN’s 24/7 hotline at 1-800-656-HOPE (4673) or visit www.rainn.org. 🎯 Bonus game: Take a shot every time we say “brand.” Seriously—we dare you. 📺 Watch the full episode + bonus clips: YouTube.com/@TheBounceOffPodcast 🎶 Music credit: @jesse_judies

    1 min

  2. 04/22/2025

    Hot Takes from Tokyo, Politics at the Plate, & Golf Gossip

    It’s a special hiatus episode, and The Bounce Off is still bouncing. V is officially on maternity leave, and P just got back from Japan with stories to tell—starting with her firsthand account of the MLB Tokyo Series, Ohtani mania, merch madness, and a personal quest for the perfect cap. P breaks down the cultural curveballs of attending a pro baseball game in Japan and weighs in on the Dodgers’ recent White House visit. (Spoiler: we’ve got notes, and the Dodgers should probably listen.) We then tee off into the world of golf: Tiger Woods’s cringey couples photoshoot has V officially done with her longtime fandom, while Rory McIlroy’s Masters win has us asking—are golf fans finally trying to say something about LIV? Also, what is on that Champions Dinner menu? Plus: quick hits on March Madness, UC San Diego shoutouts, and well wishes to all the men healing post-vasectomy season. To wrap it up, P and V share this week’s joint obsession: going deep into the world of Jason Derulo. Let’s just say... the girls dem really want this one. 📺 Watch full episodes and bonus clips here: YouTube.com/@TheBounceOffPodcast 🎶 Music credit: @jesse_judies

    51 min

  3. 03/10/2025

    White House Woes, WNBA in the North, and Maternity Moves

    P and V are here to ask the big questions: Should White House invitations still be a thing for sports champions? Will political drama mess with next year’s FIFA World Cup? And is Serena Williams’ WNBA expansion to Canada just a genius business move—or also some lowkey trolling of Drake? Meanwhile, P is fired up about the LA Dodgers getting a docuseries (sorry, Yankees fans), and we break down how sports leagues are stepping up on maternity leave—but is there a catch? Plus, if you’ve been keeping track, it’s time to make a Bounce Off BINGO card with must-have squares like Steeplechase, Russian oligarchs, and Saudi Arabia. P drops a rapid-fire Oscars take, and to wrap it all up, we share this week’s obsessions: V reflects on why hosting a sports podcast with P just makes sense, and P gives a well-deserved shoutout to aging artists who are still out here crushing it. 📺 Watch the full episode and bonus clips here: YouTube.com/@TheBounceOffPodcast 🎶 Music credit: @jesse_judies

    58 min

  4. 03/03/2025

    4 Nations Fallout, Full Swing Flop, and Fan Identity Crisis

    In this episode, P and V kick things off with a hot tip—listen closely to The Bounce Off, and you might just win some cash (hint: steeplechase fans, this one’s for you). P shares her formula for what makes a sports documentary actually good—and explains why Full Swing completely misses the mark. Speaking of golf, we both agree it’s time for the PGA Tour to rethink its whole brand if they want to survive. We also finally wade into the drama of the 4 Nations Face Off final and the controversies it stirred up. V proudly renounces her fandom for Wayne Gretzky (yep, you read that right), and crowns Team USA as the official villains heading into the next Olympics. That leads us to a bigger question—why doesn’t everyone know the name of the WNBA’s GOAT? And in a more serious turn, we talk about how our growing awareness of CTE has fundamentally changed how we watch sports. Can you still cheer for a big hit when you know what comes next? Or is this just a reflection of our larger cultural obsession with violence and how we treat workers? On the lighter side, V cheers on Red Foo (yes, from LMFAO) for launching a pro tennis career in his 40s, which inspires us to ask: What sport would we pick up in our 40s? To wrap it all up, V shares an all-time favorite fan moment involving Conan O’Brien and, well, removing her shirt—and P gives props to athletes like Chris Kluwe, who use their platform for real change. 📺 Catch the full episode and bonus clips here: YouTube.com/@TheBounceOffPodcast 🎶 Music credit: @jesse_judies

    1h 11m

  5. 02/24/2025

    Anthems, Athlete Safety, & NBA SOS

    In this episode, P and V dive into the Four Nations Face Off, including V’s PSA to all Americans wondering why Canadians are booing the U.S. national anthem. We also break down the list of 2024’s top-paid professional athletes—who’s worth the paycheck, and who’s just coasting? Then, we tackle a critical issue in women’s sports: athlete safety. What’s being done, and what actually needs to change to protect female athletes? As part of our fan mini-series, we’re joined by writer, podcaster, and NBA superfan Tod Goldberg. He gives us his unfiltered take on the current state of professional basketball, why the WNBA is more essential than ever, and what the NBA must do to win back its audience. To wrap it all up, we share this week’s obsessions: V gets nostalgic with the SNL 50th anniversary celebration, while P makes a compelling case for why Cobra Kai deserves a spot on your watchlist. 📺 Catch the full episode and bonus clips here: YouTube.com/@TheBounceOffPodcast 🎶 Music credit: @jesse_judies

    1h 24m

  6. 02/17/2025

    Halftime Hype, Philly Fails, and Tiger Trouble

    In this episode, P and V break down the Super Bowl—just not the game itself. Instead, we explore the bigger questions: Was there censorship at play? Who is the halftime show really for? And why aren’t we giving performance coaches the love they deserve? V calls out Philly fans (and honestly, many North American sports fans) for their chaotic celebrations. P’s phone is now fully convinced she’s Canadian, which is perfect timing as we’re already giving the 4 Nations Face Off a gold medal over the NHL’s traditional All-Star format. Meanwhile, Tiger Woods is back in the headlines—this time, for playing golf with a political figure that makes us question (again) where we draw the line between values and fandom. Plus, major props to one Hollywood star for stepping into sports ownership with San Diego Football Club—because female representation isn’t just about athletes; it’s about executives and investors, too. To wrap it all up, we share this week's obsessions: V stirs up controversy over where to find the best Neapolitan pizza, and P (on brand as ever) hypes up yet another Fox reality show. 📺 Catch the full episode and bonus clips here: YouTube.com/@TheBounceOffPodcast 🎶 Music credit: @jesse_judies

    1h 15m

  7. 02/10/2025

    Trades, Trials, and Toxic Ties

    We start with a new weekly tracker - is P watching sports again?! V and P break down the massive NBA trade of the week, putting on their business strategy hats to analyze the moves. Meanwhile, national anthems at sporting events have somehow entered the ongoing "trade war" between the U.S. and Canada—will anyone think of the children?! We also dive into the Super Bowl’s ongoing knack for reminding us just how problematic the NFL can be. P and V get personal, sharing their past breakups (and reluctant reconciliations) with the league. Elsewhere in the sports world, V highlights a major World Cup soccer court case unfolding in Spain, shedding light on the continued vulnerability of women in the spotlight. And P drops a hot take on why this year’s Met Gala is actually good for sports—yes, really. To wrap it all up, we share this week’s obsessions: V dives into a new Netflix docuseries that reveals even more about the O.J. Simpson trial and its impact on the justice system today, while P flexes her self-awareness and looks at Cowboy Carter from a different angle, deepening her appreciation for it. 📺 Catch the full episode and bonus clips here: YouTube.com/@TheBounceOffPodcast 🎶 Music credit: @jesse_judies

    56 min

  8. 02/03/2025

    Super Bowls, Super Fails, and Super Overhauls

    P and V break down everything you need to know about the Super Bowl—including how to engage if you give zero f*cks. V makes her case for why P should cheer on the Eagles, and we ask the real question: Can Kendrick Lamar actually follow up Beyoncé Bowl? Things take a serious turn as we react in real-time to the tragic plane crash in DC involving figure skaters—turns out, we can’t make sense of it either. P also explores how politics might shape immigration policies ahead of the 2026 FIFA World Cup. And if you’re looking for big changes in sports, we’ve got you covered: We discuss the NHL’s Four Nations Face Off and brainstorm how to overhaul professional golf so it’s just more interesting, quite frankly. To wrap it all up, we share this week’s obsessions: V tries to dig into P’s criminal history, and P questions adoption, family life influencers, and the purpose of it all. 📺 Catch the full episode and bonus clips here: YouTube.com/@TheBounceOffPodcast 🎶 Music credit: @jesse_judies

    1h 3m
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The Bounce Off: a podcast by two Brown girls about the most interesting stories in sports. It’s about the thrill, the drama, and those moments that make you hold your breath or hop off the couch. Forget the jargon - we’re here for the human stuff that make sports so captivating.

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    2024 - 2025
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