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. 1 DAY AGO

    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

  2. 3 DAYS AGO

    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

  3. 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

  4. SEP 24

    Ep #400: A’ja Wilson’s unanimous MVP award & MLB postseason storylines

    Hello there! Today’s episode of The GIST of It is a postseason special, as co-hosts Ellen Hyslop and Steph Rotz chat through the latest WNBA news, including major regular-season award winners and first-round playoff matchups, before setting the stage for what should be a thrilling MLB postseason. El and Steph tip off on the court, discussing the Las Vegas Aces A’ja Wilson’s unanimous MVP award, the impact of AP Rookie of the Year Caitlin Clark’s remarkable first season, and the updated first-round playoff picture. Then, in part two, the gals dig into the latest in MLB’s postseason push, before chatting through the greatest Sho on the diamond — LA Dodgers superstar Shohei Ohtani’s historic summer. 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

    31 min

  5. SEP 19

    Ep #399: WNBA regular-season finale & expansion updates

    Hello there! Today’s episode of The GIST of It is a full-send WNBA special, as co-hosts Ellen Hyslop and Steph Rotz preview tonight’s thrilling regular-season finale before shifting gears to the W’s latest expansion news. First, El and Steph fly off to Oregon, digging into the details behind the latest addition to the WNBA family: Portland, now officially the 15th team in the league and set to debut in 2026. And in part two, the gals begin on the hardwood, with six games tonight and major playoff implications on the line before the postseason begins this Sunday. 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: https://www.instagram.com/p/DACN84BOCRs/?img_index=1 More on The GIST:  Subscribe: thegistsports.com/subscribepod X: @thegistpod Email: pod@thegistsports.com  IG: @thegistca @thegistusa

    35 min

  6. SEP 17

    Ep #398: Record-breaking WNBA updates & the latest on Tua Tagovailoa

    Hello hello! We have one up and one down on today’s episode of The GIST of It as co-hosts Ellen Hyslop and Steph Rotz discuss a record-setting stretch in the WNBA before pivoting to the latest regarding Miami Dolphins quarterback Tua Tagovailoa, who suffered his third diagnosed concussion in two years during last week’s Thursday Night Football game. El and Steph start off on the court, chatting about the records set by Las Vegas Aces superstar and MVP frontrunner A’ja Wilson and Rookie of the Year favorite, the Indiana Fever’s Caitlin Clark. The gals also lay out the massive playoff implications heading into the final week of the regular season. Then in part two, El and Steph head over to the gridiron to dig into the latest surrounding Dolphins signal caller Tua Tagovailoa amid calls for him to retire following yet another scary hit. 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: Ep #395: Everything you need to know about the upcoming NFL season More on The GIST:  Subscribe: thegistsports.com/subscribepod X: @thegistpod Email: pod@thegistsports.com  IG: @thegistca @thegistusa

    37 min

  7. SEP 12

    Ep #397: NFL off-field updates & Solheim Cup preview

    Hi there! On today’s episode of The GIST of It, co-hosts Ellen Hyslop and Steph Rotz dive into two complex NFL headlines. First, El and Steph revisit the lawsuit against Cleveland Browns quarterback Deshaun Watson, who was recently accused of sexual assault after facing 26 civil suits accusing him of sexual misconduct.    El and Steph also discuss the developing story regarding the police detainment of Miami Dolphins wide receiver Tyreek Hill and two of his teammates ahead of last Sunday’s game. The incident has come under serious scrutiny.  Then in part two, the gals preview the 19th edition of the Solheim Cup where the top women golfers in the U.S. and Europe will be facing off in Virginia as Team USA looks to take back the trophy and Team Europe chases a four peat. Who’s ready for the tee? 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: https://www.thepwhl.com/en/pwhl-unveils-all-six-team-identities-ahead-of-second-season/ Episode #396: Deshaun Watson suit, PWHL drops new logos and team names & wrapping up the Paralympics Episode #305: A conversation with LPGA stars Nelly Korda, Stacy Lewis, and Lilia Vu before the Solheim Cup More on The GIST:  Subscribe: thegistsports.com/subscribepod X: @thegistpod Email: pod@thegistsports.com IG: @thegistca @thegistusa

    31 min

  8. SEP 10

    Ep #396: DeShaun Watson suit, PWHL drops new logos and team names & wrapping up the Paralympics

    Puck yeah! On today’s episode of The GIST of It, co-hosts Ellen Hyslop and Steph Rotz discuss the latest updates from the PWHL after the league officially dropped new names and logos for all six teams on Monday. The fresh designs are exciting, but there’s even more to be hyped about heading into the PWHL’s sophomore season.  Then in part two, El and Steph review the records and historic wins coming out of the 2024 Paris Paralympics. And the athletes weren’t the only ones going for world records: viewership numbers were through the roof, too. Magnifique. 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: https://www.thepwhl.com/en/pwhl-unveils-all-six-team-identities-ahead-of-second-season/ More on The GIST:  Subscribe: thegistsports.com/subscribepod X: @thegistpod Email: pod@thegistsports.com  IG: @thegistca @thegistusa

    37 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
    396
  • Rating
    Explicit
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    © Copyright The GIST of IT
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