Double Drivel

Double Drivel
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Double Drivel is a mother–daughter podcast about the WNBA, basketball fandom, and watching the game together across generations. We’re fans, not experts. One of us likes patterns, context, and the occasional stat. The other goes by vibes, highlights, and how the game feels. Together, we talk WNBA hoops from the couch — what we’re noticing, what we’re learning, and what keeps us coming back. This isn’t a show for hot takes or gatekeeping. It’s a space for thoughtful, curious conversations about women’s basketball, made for longtime fans and people just finding the league. No experts. No gatekeeping. Just hoops.

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  1. -3 ДН.

    EPISODE TWO - Gaga or Bonkers? An Opening Weekend Recap

    Send us Fan Mail Opening Weekend Reactions, New-Fan Q&A, and Early WNBA Stats Sylvia and Madeleine recap Double Drivel’s opening-weekend WNBA coverage, beginning with a correction that Kelsey Mitchell finished fifth (not fourth) in MVP voting. They discuss the Wings’ 107–104 win over the Fever, noting standout scoring from Arike Ogunbowale (22), Paige and Odyssey Sims (20 each), limited minutes for the No. 1 pick (18, 3 points), and minimal use of Li Yuru; they also critique Indiana’s defense and Caitlin Clark’s inefficient shooting, five turnovers (three offensive fouls), and a milestone as the fastest to 1,000 points/250 rebounds/250 assists (54 games). They briefly survey other weekend results, highlight Olivia Miles’ strong rookie line, and launch “Open Gym” to answer new-fan questions about player-only fandom, skipping games, and why watch the WNBA. In “Open Book,” Sylvia reviews early minutes leaders, shot attempts, turnovers, and a notable rise in foul calls (22 per team vs. 17.5 in 2025). They share upcoming “Couch Picks,” celebrate feeling better about the Wings and publishing their first episode, and invite listener emails and follows. 00:00 Welcome to Double Drivel 00:56 Quick Corrections and Word Swap 01:43 Weekend Games Overview 02:06 Wings vs Fever Breakdown 07:44 Fever Takeaways and Caitlin Notes 11:54 Other Weekend Highlights 13:38 Open Gym New Fan Questions 18:18 Open Book Early Stats 19:26 Minutes and Coach Trust 23:10 Shot Attempts and Usage 25:53 Turnovers and Whistle Trends 27:02 Fouls Up Leaguewide 31:37 Couch Picks This Week 32:40 Swish List and Wrap Up

    34 мин.

  2. -6 ДН.

    EPISODE 1 - Why Double Drivel?

    Send us Fan Mail Sylvia and her 14-year-old daughter, Madeleine, introduce “Double Drivel,” a mother-daughter WNBA podcast for longtime and new fans that avoids gatekeeping, isn’t expert analysis, and rejects hate while prioritizing accuracy.  They explain the name as a play on “double dribble” and “drivel,” while respecting the league’s history and growth. Sylvia traces her basketball fandom from Iowa men’s teams in the late ’80s to the WNBA via Caitlin Clark and the Indiana Fever; Madeleine became a Dallas Wings fan through Paige Bueckers.  Living in San Diego, they attend Sparks games and plan trips to Portland and Indianapolis to see the Wings and the Fever this season. They discuss offseason moves (Fever re-signing Kelsey Mitchell, Aliyah Boston extension, adding Mo Billings and drafting Raven Johnson; Wings additions including Alanna Smith and Jessica Shepard) and other team changes, offer early finals picks, share what they’re excited for, and end with a positive “Swish List” segment.

    21 мин.
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Double Drivel is a mother–daughter podcast about the WNBA, basketball fandom, and watching the game together across generations. We’re fans, not experts. One of us likes patterns, context, and the occasional stat. The other goes by vibes, highlights, and how the game feels. Together, we talk WNBA hoops from the couch — what we’re noticing, what we’re learning, and what keeps us coming back. This isn’t a show for hot takes or gatekeeping. It’s a space for thoughtful, curious conversations about women’s basketball, made for longtime fans and people just finding the league. No experts. No gatekeeping. Just hoops.

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