Her Game Her Voice™

Kaari Peterson
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Her Game Her Voice™ is the podcast where women’s basketball meets bold conversations about gender parity, the unique challenges female athletes face, and the moments—both on and off the court—that shape the game. From buzzer-beating triumphs to air balls that leave us shaking our heads (like Pitbull at the WNBA All-Star halftime show—really?!), Kaari breaks it all down with insight, humor, and a passion for the game. She’ll share what she’s learned from Basketball Hall of Fame Coach Tara VanDerveer, cover stories from the Golden State Valkyries, Stanford Women’s Basketball, and the WNBA, and bring in special guests—players, coaches, and insiders—to give their perspectives. Whether you’re a diehard fan, a casual observer, or someone who just discovered the WNBA through Taylor Swift’s friendship with Caitlin Clark, Her Game Her Voice has something for you. Join the conversation and find Her Game Her Voice wherever you get your podcasts.

  1. WNBA at 30, Lisa Leslie Gets Her Flowers, and Valkyries Fans Get Flagged

    6d ago

    WNBA at 30, Lisa Leslie Gets Her Flowers, and Valkyries Fans Get Flagged

    The WNBA is turning 30. So why does the league exist in the first place? In this episode of Her Game. Her Voice., Kaari launches a new series, The WNBA at 30: How We Got Here, exploring the key moments, people, and decisions that helped build today’s WNBA. The story begins in 1996, when the NBA announced the creation of the league and introduced what became known as the WNBA’s “Original Three”: Lisa Leslie, Sheryl Swoopes, and Rebecca Lobo.   Also in this episode: 🏀 Listener Question: Why do basketball announcers always say “two minutes remaining”? Kaari explains the surprising history and rulebook significance behind one of the sport’s most familiar announcements.   🏆 Buzzer Beater Award: Lisa Leslie is getting a statue outside Crypto.com Arena, cementing her place among Los Angeles sports legends and honoring one of the most influential players in WNBA history.   😬 Airball Award: The WNBA’s 30th anniversary celebration gets called out for missing a major opportunity to introduce new fans to the pioneers who built the league.   🚨 Flagrant Foul Award: A candid conversation about Golden State Valkyries fans, Caitlin Clark, and the difference between creating a passionate home-court advantage and creating a hostile environment.   “Big stories, little episodes—amplifying the voices shaping the game on and off the court." - Her Game Her Voice Podcast by Kaari Peterson

    15 min
  2. Muffet Got Her Master's, Stanford Lost Seven Players, and the WNBA Lost the Flow

    May 22

    Muffet Got Her Master's, Stanford Lost Seven Players, and the WNBA Lost the Flow

    This episode covers a little bit of everything from the women’s basketball world: Stanford’s huge transfer portal losses, the evolving realities of NIL and player movement, the WNBA’s new CBA roster rules, the soaring value of the Golden State Valkyries, and why early-season officiating has fans wondering if every game now comes with a complimentary whistle concerto. I also share a personal moment from Nashville, where “Miss Muffet” officially walked for her Master’s Degree at Belmont University — proving once again that this podcast can pivot seamlessly from emotional graduation stories to full-scale basketball existential crises. More about this episode: What I learned from Stanford Athletics’ post-portal Zoom callWhy player retention matters more than PR damage controlListener question: What happened to the push for larger WNBA rosters in the 2026 CBA?Why the new developmental roster spots may not fully solve the league’s depth problemThe Golden State Valkyries continue smashing valuation recordsWhy WNBA games suddenly feel twice as long this seasonMarch Madness expansion officially arrives — whether fans wanted it or notAwards this week include:  🏀 Buzzer Beater Award  🧱 Airball Award  🚨 Flagrant Foul Award Follow Her Game Her Voice on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you get your podcasts — and if you’re enjoying the show, please leave a rating, review, or share an episode with a fellow hoop head.  “Big stories, little episodes—amplifying the voices shaping the game on and off the court." - Her Game Her Voice Podcast by Kaari Peterson

    15 min
  3. Portal Paydays, Camp Cuts, & Caitlin Coverage

    Apr 30

    Portal Paydays, Camp Cuts, & Caitlin Coverage

    The transfer portal is officially closed… sort of. But the chaos? Very much alive. This week, I break down what happens when 1,500 women’s basketball players enter the portal, why Audi Crooks’ headline-making move may say just as much about NIL and financial power as it does about basketball, and what Stanford’s seven-player roster exodus could reveal about the future of the program. Then we tackle a listener question from Bonnie in Maryland about WNBA training camps: how players actually get invited, why camp is a huge deal, and what it means when roughly 18 elite athletes show up competing for about 12 roster spots. Spoiler alert: camp invite does not equal job security. Plus, we zoom out on the bigger picture: what roster-building really looks like in women’s basketball right now—from college player movement to the brutal math of making a WNBA team. And of course, the awards: 🏆 Buzzer Beater: Aliyah Boston’s record-setting $6.3 million contract  🎈 Air Ball: Dallas Wings PR for stepping in during Azzi Fudd’s introductory press conference  🚨 Flagrant Foul: Dawn Montgomery for ignoring the business reality behind Caitlin Clark and Indiana Fever’s TV dominance From portal pressure to pro dreams, this episode is all about opportunity, leverage, and who really gets to control the narrative in women’s basketball. Follow, rate, and share Her Game Her Voice so you never miss an episode. “Big stories, little episodes—amplifying the voices shaping the game on and off the court." - Her Game Her Voice Podcast by Kaari Peterson

    15 min
  4. Transfers, Tournament Cash, and Voices Behind the Game… Plus Geno Auriemma

    Apr 14

    Transfers, Tournament Cash, and Voices Behind the Game… Plus Geno Auriemma

    The transfer portal chaos continues—and based on your feedback, not everyone’s loving it. This week, we dig deeper into what the portal means for players, coaches, and yes… the fans left trying to keep up with ever-changing rosters. Empowering? Absolutely. Sustainable? That’s still up for debate. Then we answer a listener question that brings real money into the conversation: how NCAA tournament payouts actually work in women’s basketball—and why one March run can mean millions for an entire conference. Plus, a spotlight on two voices who’ve been elevating the game for decades—long before the sold-out arenas and prime-time coverage. Wondering if we’re talking about Geno Auriemma? We don’t talk about Geno. …until we most definitely do. And of course, the awards: 🏆 Buzzer Beater: UCLA seniors make history (and make it loud)🎈 Air Ball: A balloon vendor who broke WNBA free agency news… by accident🚨 Flagrant Foul: Geno and a postgame meltdown that should’ve stayed offstageFollow, rate, and share Her Game Her Voice so you never miss an episode.   “Big stories, little episodes—amplifying the voices shaping the game on and off the court." - Her Game Her Voice Podcast by Kaari Peterson

    15 min
  5. Cinderella Runs, Big Money Moves, and the Transfer Portal

    Apr 5

    Cinderella Runs, Big Money Moves, and the Transfer Portal

    In this episode of Her Game Her Voice., we’re diving into the madness of the NCAA Women’s Basketball Tournament — and asking a bigger question: does money equal success in women’s college basketball? First, we break down one of the most compelling Cinderella runs of March, as the Virginia Cavaliers women’s basketball go from the First Four to a historic Sweet 16 appearance. What fueled their run — and what role did major investment play behind the scenes? Then, we tackle a listener question about the transfer portal — how it works, why it matters, and how NIL deals are changing the game for women’s basketball players across the NCAA. Finally, it’s time for the awards: 🏀 Buzzer Beater goes to Shea Ralph for a historic season at Vanderbilt Commodores women’s basketball 📺 Airball goes to ESPN and ABC for the women’s championship game time slot ⏰ Flagrant Foul goes to the NCAA for tournament scheduling that has teams running on fumes From Cinderella stories to cash-fueled competition, this episode connects the dots between performance, investment, and the future of women’s basketball. “Big stories, little episodes—amplifying the voices shaping the game on and off the court." - Her Game Her Voice Podcast by Kaari Peterson

    15 min
  6. March Madness, WNBA Salaries and My Return to the Game

    Mar 21

    March Madness, WNBA Salaries and My Return to the Game

    March Madness is here—and so is a major shift in the WNBA. In this episode of Her Game Her Voice, we break down the chaos of the NCAA Tournament, including how bracket seeding works and why your picks probably won’t survive the first weekend. Plus, big news from the WNBA: a new collective bargaining agreement (CBA) is set to transform the league, with massive salary increases, revenue sharing, and long-overdue improvements to player benefits. But first, a more personal note. After a month away, I’m back behind the mic following the loss of my dad. This episode begins with a reflection on grief, stepping away from the game, and how basketball has a way of bringing us back when we’re ready. And of course, this week’s awards: 🏀 Buzzer Beater: UCLA dominates and earns a No. 1 seed💨 Airball: Stanford misses the tournament again🚨 Flagrant Foul: A senior night decision that missed the momentWhether you’re filling out your March Madness bracket, following the future of the WNBA, or just finding your way back to the game—this episode is for you. 📩 Got a question for the show? Email: host@hergamehervoice.com ------------------------------------ ⏱️ Episode Timestamps 00:00 – Intro + Season 2 Kickoff 00:25 – A Personal Loss 01:47 – The Driveway Hoop Story 03:08 – Returning to the Game 03:30 – March Madness Preview 04:20 – WNBA CBA Update (Big News) 05:02 – Salary Increases Explained 05:33 – Revenue Sharing 05:53 – Quality of Life Improvements 06:17 – Compressed Offseason Chaos 07:21 – Why This Deal Is Transformational 08:09 – Listener Question: How Seeding Works 10:13 – Why Your Bracket Gets Busted 10:51 – Buzzer Beater Award (UCLA) 11:55 – Airball Award (Stanford) 13:26 – Flagrant Foul Award (Tennessee) 14:26 – Outro + Where to Follow “Big stories, little episodes—amplifying the voices shaping the game on and off the court." - Her Game Her Voice Podcast by Kaari Peterson

    15 min
  7. WNBA CBA Talks, Dan Rosensweig on Unrivaled, and the UConn Problem

    Jan 23

    WNBA CBA Talks, Dan Rosensweig on Unrivaled, and the UConn Problem

    In the first Her Game Her Voice episode of the new year, Kaari kicks things off with a clear-eyed update on the latest WNBA CBA negotiations, including what the newly announced moratorium actually means, why the offseason is on pause, and how it could compress everything from free agency to the draft—without putting the 2026 season in danger (hopefully). Next, a listener question breaks down one of basketball’s most underrated pieces of tech: those little black boxes referees wear on their belts. This segment explains how precision timing works and more. Then it’s Part 3 of Kaari’s conversation with Dan Rosensweig, investor in the Unrivaled League and tech executive. This installment shifts from why Unrivaled exists to how it was built—exploring its player-driven structure, fan-first design, and what happens when athletes create a league with purpose instead of tradition. And the episode wraps with the awards: Buzzer Beater Award - Dearica Hamby, for making Unrivaled history with the league’s first-ever 40-point game—scored in just 18 minutes of three-on-three chaos.Airball Award - Unrivaled’s marketing team, for teasing the mystique of “22” and fueling expectations around Caitlin Clark and A’ja Wilson—only to deliver neither.Flagrant Foul - UConn Women’s Basketball, for the audacity of being dominant, undefeated, and boringly consistent at No. 1.“Big stories, little episodes—amplifying the voices shaping the game on and off the court." - Her Game Her Voice Podcast by Kaari Peterson

    13 min
  8. Happy Hoopin’ Days: WNBA CBA, Unrivaled Basketball, and NIL with Dan Rosensweig

    12/22/2025

    Happy Hoopin’ Days: WNBA CBA, Unrivaled Basketball, and NIL with Dan Rosensweig

    In the final Her Game Her Voice episode of the year, Kaari opens with a strange dream about Coach Tara Vanderveer. Then she shares a quick but critical update on the WNBA’s ongoing collective bargaining negotiations, including the latest sticking points around housing, scheduling, and revenue sharing as the January 9 deadline looms. Next, a listener question about how the Unrivaled League actually makes money. From media rights and sponsorships to ticket sales and merchandise, this segment explains why Unrivaled’s player-first model is working. Next it’s part two of Kaari’s conversation with Dan Rosensweig, investor in the Unrivaled women's professional basketball league and former (and now current) CEO of Chegg. Dan shares how NIL deals can give women athletes real financial leverage, why paying women athletes intentionally matters, and what changes when athletes are seen not just as players—but as entrepreneurs. And the episode wraps with the awards: Buzzer Beater Award: A’ja Wilson, continuing a historic run with yet another major honorAirball Award: A very awkward post-game moment involving Tennessee and UCLAFlagrant Foul: Stanford Women’s Basketball—for surviving everything except 30 turnovers“Big stories, little episodes—amplifying the voices shaping the game on and off the court." - Her Game Her Voice Podcast by Kaari Peterson

    15 min
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Her Game Her Voice™ is the podcast where women’s basketball meets bold conversations about gender parity, the unique challenges female athletes face, and the moments—both on and off the court—that shape the game. From buzzer-beating triumphs to air balls that leave us shaking our heads (like Pitbull at the WNBA All-Star halftime show—really?!), Kaari breaks it all down with insight, humor, and a passion for the game. She’ll share what she’s learned from Basketball Hall of Fame Coach Tara VanDerveer, cover stories from the Golden State Valkyries, Stanford Women’s Basketball, and the WNBA, and bring in special guests—players, coaches, and insiders—to give their perspectives. Whether you’re a diehard fan, a casual observer, or someone who just discovered the WNBA through Taylor Swift’s friendship with Caitlin Clark, Her Game Her Voice has something for you. Join the conversation and find Her Game Her Voice wherever you get your podcasts.

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  • Creator
    Kaari Peterson
  • Years Active
    2025 - 2026
  • Episodes
    26
  • Rating
    Explicit
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    © 2026 Her Game Her Voice™
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