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. 2 DAYS AGO

    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

  2. 4 DAYS AGO

    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

  3. OCT 17

    Ep #406: Talking hoops with WNBA legend Sheryl Swoopes

    Hoop, there she is! Amid the ongoing WNBA Finals, today’s episode of The GIST of It is extra-hooptastic — WNBA legend Sheryl Swoopes joins The GIST’s Associate Managing Editor Lauren Tuiskula for a wide ranging conversation on the league’s recent growth, Swoopes’ top takeaways from this Finals series so far, and even her prediction as to who will win it all. Trust us — you don’t want to miss this. 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: Listen to Sheryl's new podcast “Levels To This with Sheryl Swoopes and Terrika Foster-Brasby” from iHeartMedia’s Women's Sports Audio Network.  Show page: https://www.iheart.com/podcast/1119-levels-to-this-with-shery-223098038/ More on The GIST:  Subscribe: thegistsports.com/subscribepod X: @thegistpod Email: pod@thegistsports.com IG: @thegistca @thegistusa

    33 min

  4. OCT 10

    Ep #405: A WNBA Finals preview

    It’s the final countdown! On today’s episode of The GIST of It, co-hosts Ellen Hyslop and Steph Rotz have your full preview of the 2024 WNBA Finals, featuring the No. 1 NY Liberty vs. No. 2 Minnesota Lynx. From how both teams reached the championship series to the players to watch to the incredible attendance and viewership numbers throughout the WNBA regular season and playoffs, El and Steph have a slam dunk of a pod in store. Hoop yeah. 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. OCT 8

    Ep #404: WPF softball payment dispute & more BS transphobia in college sports

    Hey there. Co-hosts Ellen Hyslop and Steph Rotz are donning their investigative hats for today’s episode of The GIST of It. First, the gals are looking into a reported payment dispute in the Women’s Professional Fastpitch (WPF) league, as players allege they have not been fully compensated for the most recent season. Unfortunately, we’ve seen these types of claims before, particularly in pro women’s sports leagues, and El and Steph are ready to break it down.  Then in part two, the gals shift gears to a disturbing trend in NCAA volleyball, as multiple teams have refused to play against San José State University amid speculation surrounding the gender identity of one of the team’s players.  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: WPF players statement More on The GIST: Subscribe: thegistsports.com/subscribepod X: @thegistpod Email: pod@thegistsports.com  IG: @thegistca @thegistusa

    32 min

  6. OCT 3

    Ep #403: NFL Week 5 headlines & celebrating 1 million subscribers

    Here’s to one million! Today’s episode of The GIST of It is an extra special one as we celebrate hitting the one million newsletter subscriber mark. But first, co-hosts Ellen Hyslop and Steph Rotz chat through the top NFL storylines heading into Week 5, from Las Vegas Raiders wide receiver Davante Adams’ trade request to injury updates on San Francisco 49ers running back Christian McCaffrey and more.  Then in part two, El and fellow GIST co-founder Jacie deHoop are joined by iconic sports journalist Sarah Spain for a candid conversation about reaching one million newsletter subscribers and what it means for the women’s sports landscape. Just the beginning. 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

    49 min

  7. OCT 1

    Ep #402: MLB playoff preview, WNBA semifinals updates, and an interview with NWSL legend Ali Krieger

    Happy October! Today’s episode of The GIST of It is a special three-parter. First, co-hosts Ellen Hyslop and Steph Rotz hit it out of the park with an MLB postseason preview, discussing how the playoffs work, the top contenders, and key players to watch before the Wild Card series begin later today.  Then in part two, El and Steph head to the hardwood to catch up on the WNBA semis before digging into a recent WNBPA statement on media coverage of the league  and how it fits into the larger conversation surrounding the racism W players are facing this year. And last but not least in part three, NWSL and USWNT legend Ali Krieger stops by for a quick chat about her recent visit to the White House to celebrate NJ/NY Gotham FC’s 2023 NWSL championship and her new role as the club’s first-ever ambassador. Goals. Show notes: More on The GIST:  Subscribe: thegistsports.com/subscribepod X: @thegistpod Email: pod@thegistsports.com IG: @thegistca @thegistusa

    48 min

  8. SEP 26

    Ep #401: An ode to WNBA legend Diana Taurasi & an Aces-Liberty semis preview

    One million and counting! Today’s episode of The GIST of It is another full-court press on the WNBA as the playoffs heat up. El and Steph spend part one reminiscing about Diana Taurasi’s legendary career with the Phoenix Mercury. After 20 seasons in the W, Taurasi recently hinted that this playoff series may be her last, so it’s time to contemplate her impact on and off the court.  In part two, El and Steph preview the first semifinals series on books this postseason: A highly-anticipated 2023 WNBA Finals rematch between the Las Vegas Aces and the New York Liberty. With Vegas fighting for a three-peat and NY battling for its first-ever championship, the plot truly could not be thicker. 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

    28 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
    401
  • Rating
    Explicit
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    © Copyright The GIST of IT
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