Almost Fans

Teryn & Ambre

Two friends, women, and moderately knowledgeable sports enthusiasts bring you Almost Fans. We dive into the drama and behind-the-scenes stories of mainstream sports like the NFL, NBA, soccer, and more, while shining a spotlight on incredible women making waves in the game. Along the way, we share our personal experiences as working moms, exploring modern parenting, pop culture, and entertainment. It’s fun, relatable, and perfect for anyone who loves sports—or wants to learn to love them. Join us weekly for laughs, insight, and sports talk you’ll actually enjoy! 

Episodes

  1. JAN 6

    052: 2025 Wrapped: Laughs, Legends, and the Moments that Mattered

    We’re closing out the year Almost Fans–style — by looking back at the moments that surprised us, inspired us, and made us laugh until we cried. In this year-end wrap, we share our favorite behind-the-scenes memories, the guests who changed how we think about sports, and the stories that reminded us why this podcast exists in the first place. From chaotic fantasy football debates to powerful reflections on women’s sports, this episode is a celebration of connection, community, and the conversations that stuck with us long after the mics turned off.  Get in touch!  ALMOST FANS INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/almostfanspodcast/   MEET TERYN: https://www.instagram.com/teryn.laferney/   MEET AMBRE: https://www.instagram.com/ambre.hobson/   VISIT OUR WEBSITE: https://www.almostfanspodcast.com/ Get 20% off your first order of LSM supplements with code FANS20. https://lsm-chiro.myshopify.com/discount/fans20 Gear up with lululemon: https://tidd.ly/3Fi5KTj  Let experts help you find your dream job with CareerLink AI. https://tidd.ly/4logDTo  Chapters 00:00 Celebrating a Year of Highlights01:25 Nervous Beginnings and Unexpected Moments04:50 Listener Connections and Impactful Messages08:22 Laughter and Memorable Moments13:20 Surprising Guests and Inspiring Stories17:11 Off the Rails: Fun and Unplanned Conversations26:54 Pet Peeves and Personal Insights30:49 Memorable Moments in Sports Media32:15 Highlighting Inspiring Athletes34:46 Impactful Conversations with Guests43:10 Advocacy and Change in Women's Sports46:23 Our Proud Moments in Podcasting50:50 Reflecting on the Podcast Journey

    57 min
  2. 12/29/2025

    051: More Than a Game – Sports, Family, and Modern Fandom with Dugan Sherbondy

    Sports have a way of weaving themselves into our schedules, our relationships, and our sense of identity. In this episode, we’re joined again by Dugan Sherbondy to dig into sports as culture—not just competition. From Friday night lights to raising kids in a sports-obsessed world, we explore how sports shape belonging, values, and community. Add in modern rule changes, NFL culture, overrated traditions, and a few goosebump-worthy moments, and you’ve got a thoughtful, funny conversation that might just change how you watch the next game.  Get in touch!  ALMOST FANS INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/almostfanspodcast/   MEET TERYN: https://www.instagram.com/teryn.laferney/   MEET AMBRE: https://www.instagram.com/ambre.hobson/   VISIT OUR WEBSITE: https://www.almostfanspodcast.com/ Get 20% off your first order of LSM supplements with code FANS20. https://lsm-chiro.myshopify.com/discount/fans20 Gear up with lululemon: https://tidd.ly/3Fi5KTj  Let experts help you find your dream job with CareerLink AI. https://tidd.ly/4logDTo  Chapters 00:00 Introduction to Sports and Family Dynamics07:10 The Role of Sports in Family Traditions12:30 Navigating Sports Culture as a Parent18:51 The Impact of Youth Sports on Family Life24:04 Adapting to Changes in Sports Rules and Culture36:39 Baseball's Rules and Being a Traditionalist40:47 Sports Traditions: Overrated and Underrated44:21 Breaking Up Fights in Hockey50:16 The Future of Athletes and Sportsmanship

    55 min
  3. 12/22/2025

    050: NCAA Volleyball - Powerhouses, Verticals, and Why the Whistle Blew

    College volleyball gets the Almost Fans treatment! We’re breaking down how the NCAA volleyball season actually works, from non-conference chaos to the 64-team tournament and Final Four powerhouses like Nebraska, Wisconsin, Texas, and Stanford. We’ll explain the rules everyone pretends to understand (net touches, back-row attacks, libero chaos), spotlight just how athletic these players really are, and dig into the surprisingly high-tech world of volleyball gym floors. Expect laughs, funny trivia, and just enough rule knowledge to be dangerous. Get in touch!  ALMOST FANS INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/almostfanspodcast/   MEET TERYN: https://www.instagram.com/teryn.laferney/   MEET AMBRE: https://www.instagram.com/ambre.hobson/   VISIT OUR WEBSITE: https://www.almostfanspodcast.com/ Get 20% off your first order of LSM supplements with code FANS20. https://lsm-chiro.myshopify.com/discount/fans20 Gear up with lululemon: https://tidd.ly/3Fi5KTj  Let experts help you find your dream job with CareerLink AI. https://tidd.ly/4logDTo  Chapters 00:00 Introduction to NCAA Volleyball14:08 Understanding the Rules and Mechanics17:00 The Fast-Paced Nature of College Volleyball20:23 NCAA Volleyball Season Overview22:58 Athleticism in Volleyball25:44 Technology in Volleyball29:27 Innovations in Gym Floors33:40 Understanding Volleyball Rules and Regulations40:46 The Role of the Libero in Volleyball43:00 The Growth of Volleyball and Its Future46:40 Kerri Walsh Jennings: She's Got Game

    59 min
4.9
out of 5
53 Ratings

About

Two friends, women, and moderately knowledgeable sports enthusiasts bring you Almost Fans. We dive into the drama and behind-the-scenes stories of mainstream sports like the NFL, NBA, soccer, and more, while shining a spotlight on incredible women making waves in the game. Along the way, we share our personal experiences as working moms, exploring modern parenting, pop culture, and entertainment. It’s fun, relatable, and perfect for anyone who loves sports—or wants to learn to love them. Join us weekly for laughs, insight, and sports talk you’ll actually enjoy!