The GIST of It

The GIST of It
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The GIST of It

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. -10 H

    Ep #414: Formula 1 takes Las Vegas, previewing the NWSL Championship, and chatting with NJ/NY Gotham’s Midge Purce

    Let’s go for a drive! Today’s episode of The GIST of It is another three-parter featuring a very special guest. First, co-hosts Ellen Hyslop and Steph Rotz preview the Las Vegas Grand Prix happening in Sin City this weekend. This marks the second year the Las Vegas Strip will play host to the F1 circuit, and El and Steph have you covered with the drivers and teams to watch this weekend.   Then, the gals shift gears to preview this Saturday’s NWSL Championship between the No. 1 seed Orlando Pride and No. 2 seed Washington Spirit. Both clubs have been on a spectacular rise to the top thanks to all-star investments, and Saturday’s match is anyone’s for the taking.   Finally, today’s pod wraps with a candid interview featuring NJ/NY Gotham forward and USWNT star Midge Purce who chats all things women’s soccer, the reality-style show she co-created called The Offseason, and much more.   A big thank you to Aflac for partnering with us on today’s episode! Add Aflac to your team to close the insurance gap today. 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

    44 min

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    Ep #413: Everything we know about Unrivaled, Seattle Storm investigation & WNBA draft lottery results, and NBA storylines

    Hoop, there it is! Today’s episode of The GIST of It is a hoop-tastic basketball three-parter, co-hosted by Ellen Hyslop and Steph Rotz. First, it’s all eyes on the WNBA, with the Seattle Storm investigating its coaching staff for alleged player mistreatment and the 2025 Draft order finally set.  Then, it’s the Unrivaled explainer you’ve been waiting for, as the brand-new women’s hoops league prepares to draft its 36 inaugural players into teams, plus a couple updates from Athletes Unlimited Basketball, who are making roster moves themselves.  And finally, there’s so much to discuss from the NBA, from LA Laker LeBron James’ continued dominance to the Cleveland Cavaliers’ historic season start. All hoops, all the time.    A big thank you to Aflac for partnering with us on today’s episode! Add Aflac to your team to close the insurance gap today. 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

    38 min

  3. 14 NOV.

    Ep #412: A conversation with Napheesa Collier, plus some NWSL & NFL action

    Welcome back! On today’s three-part episode of The GIST of It, co-host Steph Rotz and guest host Lauren Tuiskula are kicking things off with the latest news in football (and fútbol). First up, LT and Steph preview this weekend’s NWSL semifinals as NJ/NY Gotham FC faces the Washington Spirit, followed by the undefeated Orlando Pride taking on the KC Current. Thrilling.  Then, the gals tackle the latest NFL headlines, from the repercussions of Dallas Cowboys quarterback Dak Prescott’s season-ending injury to what’s ahead for an unbeaten Kansas City Chiefs team.  Then last but not least, we have a very special guest: Minnesota Lynx star and Unrivaled co-founder Napheesa Collier, who chats about her work with OPill and what to expect when Unrivaled tips off in January. Can’t wait.    A big thank you to Aflac for partnering with us on today’s episode! Add Aflac to your team to close the insurance gap today. Learn more at aflac.com/thegist. Show notes: Learn more about the WNBA’s partnership with Opill  More on The GIST:  Subscribe: thegistsports.com/subscribepod X: @thegistpod Email: pod@thegistsports.com  IG: @thegistca @thegistusa

    41 min

  4. 7 NOV.

    Ep #411: How a Trump presidency will affect women’s sports & an NWSL Playoffs preview

    Sending love! On today’s episode of The GIST of It, co-hosts Ellen Hyslop and Steph Rotz break down how the incoming Trump presidency and Republican Congress will impact athletes in the U.S. with Title IX and trans athletes once again at risk. The fight continues. Then in part two, the gals kick it to the pitch to preview the NWSL Playoffs before the eight-team quarter-finals kick off tomorrow.   A big thank you to Aflac for partnering with us on today’s episode! Add Aflac to your team to close the insurance gap today. 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

    37 min

  5. 5 NOV.

    Ep #410: All buckets, all the time: WNBA coaching news & NCAA basketball preview

    Hoop yeah! Hope you’re ready to ball because today’s episode of The GIST of It is all about hoops. Co-hosts Ellen Hyslop and Steph Rotz tip things off by discussing the latest head coaching moves across the WNBA before zooming out to discuss why there’s been so much change. Then in part two, the gals hit the NCAA hardwood to preview the women’s and men’s college basketball seasons, which are officially underway as of this week. El and Steph cover the players and teams to know as we head into what’s sure to be another record-setting season. Buckets on buckets. A big thank you to Aflac for partnering with us on today’s episode! Add Aflac to your team to close the insurance gap today. 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

    36 min
  6. Ep #409: The WNBA: A history lesson, presented by Sportly

    31 OCT.

    Ep #409: The WNBA: A history lesson, presented by Sportly

    Hoopin’ never stops. Happy Halloween, GISTers, and welcome to an extra-special episode of The GIST of It. Today, we’ve teamed up with our pals at Sportly to discuss the history of the WNBA. In this episode, you’ll hear from Sportly’s Emmy-award winning host, Kavitha A. Davidson, exploring the WNBA’s highs and lows, while highlighting the league’s efforts to expand viewership and leverage star power. Because as our listeners know, there’s much more to the WNBA than just the “Caitlin Clark Effect.”  A big thank you to Aflac for partnering with us on today’s episode! Add Aflac to your team to close the insurance gap today. Learn more at aflac.com/thegist. Show notes: Link to Sportly’s podcasts More on The GIST:  Subscribe: thegistsports.com/subscribepod X: @thegistpod Email: pod@thegistsports.com  IG: @thegistca @thegistusa

    41 min

  7. 24 OCT.

    Ep #408: The World Series is here, plus a Mexican Grand Prix-view

    Hey batter batter, swing! Pass the cracker jacks because co-hosts Ellen Hyslop and Lauren Tuiskula are previewing the 120th World Series on today’s episode of The GIST of It. Before the LA Dodgers and NY Yankees literally step up to the plate, the gals will fill you in on the storied history between these two powerhouse teams, plus the top players to watch on both sides of the bat.  And in part two, El and Laur shift gears from the baseball diamond to the racetrack, providing an all-inclusive update on the latest Formula 1 standings ahead of this weekend’s Mexican Grand Prix. Vroom vroom, and away they go.  A big thank you to Aflac for partnering with us on today’s episode! Add Aflac to your team to close the insurance gap today. 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

    31 min

  8. 22 OCT.

    Ep #407: WNBPA opts out of historic CBA & an NBA season preview

    Time to ball out! Even though the WNBA capped their season on Sunday, the best women’s hoopers in the world are still dominating headlines, announcing their decision to opt out of their current collective bargaining agreement yesterday. The news was expected but, damn, the WNBPA moves quickly. Then, co-hosts Ellen Hyslop and Steph Rotz will break down everything you need to know ahead of the NBA’s 79th season, which tips off tonight.  From the Boston Celtics’ shot at back-to-back championships to the family ties binding the LA Lakers to the trades impacting the league, consider this your one-stop shop for everything shaping this season’s NBA action. Hoop yeah. A big thank you to Aflac for partnering with us on today’s episode! Add Aflac to your team to close the insurance gap today. 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

    38 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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    The GIST of It
  • Années d’activité
    2020 - 2024
  • Épisodes
    407
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