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Good Game is your one-stop shop for the biggest stories in women’s sports. Every day, host Sarah Spain gives you the stories, stakes, stars and stats to keep up with your favorite women’s teams, leagues and athletes. Through thoughtful insight, witty banter, and an all around good time, Sarah and friends break down the latest news, talk about the games you can’t miss, and debate the issues of the day. Don’t miss interviews with the people of the moment, whether they be athletes, coaches, rep ...
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As part of our “Best of 2024” series, here is Sarah’s conversation with USWNT legends Sam Mewis and Becky Sauerbrunn from August, right before the U.S.-Brazil gold medal game at the Paris Olympics. Sam and Becky discussed everything from the start of the Emma Hayes era to their favorite post-game eats. Listen to Sam Mewis's podcast, "The Women's Ga…
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We’re revisiting some of our favorite interviews of 2024! Today, we hit play on Sarah’s conversation with recently retired WNBA hooper Layshia Clarendon. Lay joined Sarah to talk grieving his career while honoring themself and their stillness, being the first out trans player in the W, and the Finals series between two of her former teams. Follow L…
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We’re revisiting some of our favorite interviews of 2024! Back in August, former pro cyclist and forever activist Kathryn Bertine joined Sarah to discuss the history of the Tour de France Femmes, and why equality in cycling is still a long way away. Read Kathryn Bertine’s memoir, Stand and watch her film, Half the Road Leave us a voicemail at 872-2…
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We’re revisiting some of our favorite interviews of 2024, starting with U.S. cross-country skiing star Jessie Diggins. Sarah originally caught up with Jessie in August during the Summer Olympics, but today we’re running back the interview as it’s the height of Jessie’s own competition season. Watch Jessie compete in the 2024-25 Tour de Ski! The ful…
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It’s time for the first annual Slice-ee Awards!! Sarah, Misha and Alex announce the nominees in each category and ask YOU to cast ballots. Plus, Jane McManus, editor of The Year’s Best Sports Writing 2024, joins Sarah to share her favorite pieces from this year, and chat about her upcoming book The Fast Track: Inside the Surging Business of Women's…
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Jenny Nguyen, founder of The Sports Bra women’s sports bar in Portland, Oregon, joins Sarah to discuss her transition from chef to bar owner, betting her life savings on her vision, how opening the bar changed her relationship with her parents, and how to know a risk is worth taking. Interested in starting your own Sports Bra franchise? Check it ou…
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To celebrate the holidays, we present you with three nicely-wrapped segments. We kick off the festivities with a “Yes, And” about one of the best basketball players of all time before handing out a “Good Game, Fact You” and a “What The Fact” to the same recipient. Plus, it only took 112 episodes, but Sarah, Misha and Alex finally decided on a name …
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Tessa Bonhomme and Julia Tocheri, hosts of the PWHL’s Jocks In Jills podcast, join Sarah to talk about using their pod to help fans connect with players, the Minnesota Frost’s rollercoaster offseason, Hilary Knight’s scoring resurgence, and Julia’s former summer job as a Historical Interpreter. Plus, it’s time for the NCAA Volleyball Final four, NW…
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USC basketball superstar JuJu Watkins and head coach Lindsay Gottlieb join Sarah for a wide-ranging interview. JuJu talks about setting goals for her sophomore season, her recent investment in Unrivaled, and why she thinks the WNBA should change its eligibility rule, while Coach Gottlieb explains how she’s adapted during this time of NIL and dishes…
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Group chat is BACK! Sarah is joined by actor, musician and podcast host E.R. Fightmaster and comedy writer and stand-up Erin Foley to talk about their respective podcasts, Caitlin Clark’s Time Magazine interview, marketing the modern female athlete, and the sports “F*** Yous” they’d like to deliver. Plus, the PWHL is back, the WNBA is going interna…
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It’s always a good time when Sarah, Mish & Alex are on the mic! Your fave Good Game trio tries to give themselves a name and catches up on a busy month of life, work and sports happenings. Plus, a few additions to the co-ed adults sports Etiquette Code, a gingerbread house review, Malort Carols and some favorite holiday traditions. What do you want…
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Paralympic swimmer Anastasia Pagonis joins Sarah to discuss how she prepared for blindness, how her guide dog Radar gives her much-needed confidence, and what it’s like to work with brands to change how people see visually impaired folks. Plus, a What The Fact about moms who coach and Angel City's newest investment in the community. The full NCAA v…
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Chris Mosier, team USA athlete and founder of transathlete.com, joins Sarah to discuss what’s keeping him positive and hopeful post-election, how transphobes are using bans and lawsuits in athletics to demonize trans people, and the ways anti-trans rhetoric is affecting cis women in sports, too. Plus, we take a moment to celebrate with you Slices, …
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Author Elise Hart Kipness joins Sarah to talk about her transition from journalism to writing fiction, what it’s like to live vicariously through her book’s main character, and the story behind her latest thriller, Dangerous Play, in which reporter Kate Green discovers a dead body in the locker room while covering the USWNT at the Olympics. Plus, C…
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Sarah’s good pals Josh Bard, producer for ESPN’s Around The Horn, and Kelaine Conochan, VP of global sales for Legends, join her for another edition of Group Chat. This time, they talk all things college hoops, attempt to craft an official co-ed adult sports etiquette code, and choose which Unrivaled basketball clubs they’ll be rooting for in Janua…
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Caroline Fitzgerald, CEO and founder of GOALS Sports and host of "The Business Case For Women's Sports" podcast, joins Sarah to discuss the “aha!” moment that pushed her to start her own marketing and consulting business, the immense economic opportunity in women’s sports, and what she’s learned from connecting brands and leagues. Plus, the PWHL is…
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UCLA women’s basketball head coach Cori Close and guard Kiki Rice join Sarah to talk about their #1 ranking, beating the defending champion South Carolina Gamecocks, and handling mini mogul status at age 20. Plus, Toronto Tempo president Teresa Resch hops on to discuss the expansion draft and the accidental leak of her franchise’s team name. Check …
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ESPN basketball reporter Alexa Philipou joins Sarah to talk all things college basketball, including JuJu Watkins' ceiling (is there one?!), the end of South Carolina’s win streak, why UCLA has been her No. 1 all season and whether women's sports media is ready to hold problematic players accountable. Plus, a WNBA website oopsie and the benefits of…
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Angel City FC defender Sarah Gorden joins Sarah to talk self-discovery in LA, being the epitome of a soccer mom, using food stamps to help support herself and her son early in her career, and the future of ACFC. Plus, a slice gets something off their chest and a little “Good Game, Good Game, Fact You” to celebrate our 100th episode. Join our NCAA V…
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Forward for the Minnesota Frost and two-time Olympic medalist with Team USA, Kelly Pannek, joins Sarah to talk about her goals for season two of the Professional Women's Hockey League, being PWHL teammates with rivals from Team Canada, her new beer "Been There, Won That," and balancing winter hibernation and summer fun. Plus, WNBA schedule release …
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Minnesota Frost and Team USA captain Kendall Coyne Schofield joins Sarah to talk winning the first ever Professional Women’s Hockey League championship, negotiating the league’s collective bargaining agreement, the start of PWHL season two and her plans for the 2026 Olympics. Plus college hoops upsets and BOS Nation has regrets. EPISODE NOTES: Chec…
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USWNT legend and Angel City FC co-owner Lauren Holiday joins Sarah to talk about wanting to be a changemaker in the sports ownership space, the latest on her group's bid to take control of the North Carolina Courage, her meet-cute with MNBA player husband Jrue Holiday, and how a brain tumor helped her learn how to choose joy. Plus, the PWHL season …
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Kansas City Current defender Alana Cook joins Sarah to talk joining the Current via midseason trade, getting her teammates to eat vegan food, trying to keep up with Temwa Chawinga in practice, and microdosing failure. Plus, our show mascot obsession grows and there's a new No. 1 in college hoops! See the full college hoops AP poll for Week 4 here P…
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Kansas City Current co-founder Chris Long joins Sarah to talk about getting Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce to a match at CPKC Stadium, hosting the 2024 NWSL Championship, and signing league MVP Temwa Chawinga. Plus, Sarah and Mish debrief on a whirlwind weekend of parties, beer pong, and watching the Orlando Pride win their first title. Follow iHear…
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Ahead of tomorrow’s NWSL championship, Sarah previews the clash between the Orlando Pride and the Washington Spirit, and revisits our conversation with Pride defenders Kylie Strom and Emily Sams (the newly-named NWSL Defender of the Year!). Plus, the debut of a new segment that takes us back to an epic NWSL championship of the past, and we need you…
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The show field trip to Málaga, Spain was an elfin' blast! Sarah spills on exploring Spain's mountains, castles and restaurants, and she and Alex recap the amazing Billie Jean King Cup finals. Plus, e.l.f. Cosmetics CMO and president of Keys Soulcare Kory Marchisotto joins Sarah to talk about bringing brands into the women's sports investment space,…
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Billie Jean King sits down with Sarah in Málaga, Spain to discuss the tournament that bears her name, why tennis scoring is stupid (her words, not ours!), how she and her wife Ilana Kloss helped spark the PWHL into existence, and why it’s important for athletes to understand the business side of their sport. Plus, reindeer games, good boys who just…
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Washington Spirit and U.S. Women’s National Team midfielder Croix Bethune joins Sarah to share how her dad’s wise words inspire her both on the pitch and in life, plus she discusses her love of bowling, old school R&B and taking herself on solo dates. Most importantly, we get her take on Spirit owner Michelle Kang’s best fit to date. Hint: it invol…
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David Berri and Nefertiti Walker join Sarah to talk about their book, "Slaying the Trolls,” and how they’re helping women's sports fans shut down tired, false, and illogical arguments. David and Nefertiti share why they decided to write the book, the challenges of building fandom in new leagues, and why it's important that women's sports investors …
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UNC field hockey coach Erin Matson joins Sarah to talk about her (very fast!) transition from player to coach, how she’s still dangling on her teammates, and what the 18-0 Tar Heels need to do to win another natty this year. Plus, a hockey WTFact that’ll have you shaking your head and an ode to a social media mix-up involving x-rays and pups. Take …
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Meg Linehan, senior writer at The Athletic, joins Sarah to discuss the nominees for the 2024 NWSL Awards, explain the “Yes, And” she’d like to see from Canada Soccer, and give unaffiliated Slices reasons to root for each of the teams in the NWSL semifinals. Plus, we’re transitioning to Bluesky, and a listener rages against the “move the Connecticut…
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With PWHL camps underway and season two right around the corner, our resident hockey expert, Alex, preps fans both new and old with her “PWHL 101" primer. Plus, college bracket season is back, we’re squeezing and zesting, and accidental doll porn. Read the Onward State story here The full NCAA soccer bracket is here Watch the super cute video of ne…
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Jeff Kassouf, ESPN reporter and creator of the women’s soccer site The Equalizer, joins Sarah to share his thoughts on the upcoming NWSL semifinal matchups, why he’s not in love with NWSL playoff expansion, and how the arrival of superstar African players has changed the landscape of the league. Plus, soup recipes (or a lack thereof) and the wonder…
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First, Sarah gets you caught up on the weekend’s NWSL playoff action and which teams are headed for the semifinals. Then she talks to Misha and Alex about travel quirks, big blowout wins, and bucket list destinations ahead of some show field trips! And you’re the Slices… but what’s our name? We need your help! Find info on semifinal matchups, how t…
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Gotham FC and USWNT players Jenna Nighswonger and Yazmeen Ryan join Sarah to hand out team superlatives, discuss the team’s attempt to repeat as champs and share the importance of having a deep roster of versatile players. Plus, a preview of the NWSL quarterfinals and a WTFact about the fear mongering used to demonize trans athletes. The NWSL quart…
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As we take time to process the state of our nation, here’s Sarah’s espnW Summit interview with Grammy award winning musician Brittany Howard, formerly of Alabama Shakes. They discuss Brittany’s unbelievable vocal talent, her childhood, and playing for and with her musical heroes. Plus they imagine what their future farms will look like. Watch the P…
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ESPN broadcaster and reporter Holly Rowe joins Sarah to talk about the history of women’s sports coverage, the biggest college hoops storylines, drinking moonshine in Pat Summitt’s kitchen, her lengthy off-the-record convo with Kim Mulkey and her slightly deranged airport persona. Plus, a “Yes, And” about the history of Iowa basketball, a box breat…
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Sarah is back from the espnW Women + Sports Summit and has words of wisdom and leadership insight to share from some absolute rockstars in the women's pro sports space. Plus, Mish and Alex hop on to talk through their top college basketball storylines and we share your great tips and tricks for handling stress on Election Day. WHICH IS TODAY SO… go…
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College basketball is back and the NWSL playoffs are set! Plus, it’s the return of “No Dumb Questions,” we shout out some mother-daughter duos in sports and we ask for your tips on managing Election Week anxiety. The NWSL playoff schedule is here The college basketball schedule is here! Check out Syd Colson’s responses to the Chicago Sky hiring Tyl…
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Volleyball reporter and broadcaster Emily Ehman joins Sarah to talk about the huge Nebraska-Wisconsin game this weekend, the increased parity in the college game, and which program boasts the best student section. Plus, NWSL playoff scenarios, puppy love, and some spicy tweets from a show fave get inducted into the Good Game Hall of Fame. Watch Fri…
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Angel City defender and NWSL original Merritt Matthias joins Sarah to talk about her decision to retire, how the NWSL has evolved from the first game to today, the legacy she’s leaving behind and how she’s working to accept her career disappointments and find worthiness in her accomplishments. Plus, the PWHL’s plan to expand, and poorly timed award…
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Elizabeth Williams, center for the Chicago Sky and secretary of the WNBA Players Association, joins Sarah to discuss why the union chose to opt out of the current collective bargaining agreement, the top priorities for the next CBA, the standard that players expect from journalists covering the league and why the Players Association issued a statem…
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Molly McCage and Cassidy Lichtman join Sarah to discuss how Athletes Unlimited pro volleyball is different from other pro leagues, AU’s unique player-first policies and benefits, and the momentum in volleyball right now. Plus, the USWNT is back and Sarah gets proof she’s still got it. Watch USWNT players and fans say thank you to Kelley O’Hara here…
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Syd Colson and Teresa Plaisance – aka the “faces of the league” – join Sarah to talk about competition in the WNBA, the upcoming Athletes Unlimited season, their hilarious show, and if it’s possible for a prank to go too far. Plus, the WNBA coaching carousel continues to churn and a new signature shoe is headed our way. Haven’t seen season one of t…
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Soccer writer and podcast host Tamerra Griffin joins Sarah to discuss the influx of African superstars into the NWSL, team rebrands gone wrong, how the San Diego Wave might be holding back superstar Naomi Girma, and her pick to win the championship. Plus, the Liberty parade was lit and a ‘What the Fact’ on where NIL money is really going. Check out…
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What’s the hottest seat in the basketball world right now? What’s up with the Chicago NWSL rebrand? Is Diana Taurasi staying or going? Should South Carolina be renamed A’ja Wilson University? (Yes, duh.) Plus, another “Yes, And” about WNBA ratings, more of Alex’s extracurricular goss-tivity, and a shout out to a famous WNBA superfan. Check to see i…
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Kansas City Current forwards Temwa Chawinga and Mwanalima Adam Jereko join Sarah to discuss their soccer beginnings in Malawi and Kenya, their goals for their respective national teams, and adjusting to life in KC. And if you think Temwa is exceeding her own expectations by breaking the NWSL scoring record, think again! Plus, Phee gets feisty, the …
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ESPN host, reporter and analyst Andraya Carter joins Sarah to answer more snake questions than anticipated, place the WNBA Finals’ brightest stars in the GOAT conversation, and to contemplate a burning question: did New York win… or did Minnesota lose? Plus, we show some love to Napheesa Collier’s incredible postseason, and some concern for commiss…
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The New York Liberty are WNBA champs for the first time in franchise history! Sarah, Misha and Alex attempt to process their emotions on the thrilling OT game-five classic by breaking out the mics right after the final buzzer sounded. Follow Sarah on social! X: @SarahSpain Instagram: @Spain2323 Follow producer Misha Jones! X: @mishthejrnalist Insta…
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Phoenix Mercury and college basketball play-by-play announcer Cindy Brunson joins Sarah to talk about where this WNBA Finals series ranks all-time, the evolution of Sabrina Ionescu, and all of the signs that Diana Taurasi is, indeed, done. Plus, the NWSL playoffs are almost locked and an ode to the Women’s Sports Foundation. Fill out our listener s…
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