Best Rise Women S League Podcasts (2024)

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How Pep Guardiola Became A Football Genius 59:00

1d ago59:00

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Welcome to the latest episode of The Overlap’s football history podcast, It Was What It Was. In this week’s episode, journalists Jonathan Wilson and Rob Draper take an in-depth look at Pep Guardiola's journey to becoming a football legend. Focusing on the early stages of his coaching career and the political landscape at Barcelona, Jonathan and Rob…

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Are Durant and LeBron Top Players in the Association? Hoopsology's ITL Top 10 Elite Players in the NBA! 1:12:50

3d ago1:12:50

1:12:50

In this episode of Hoopsology's Inside the Lab (ITL), hosts Matt and Justin dive deep into their rankings of the NBA's top 10 players heading into the 2024-25 season. With NBA training camps on the horizon, this is the perfect time to analyze the league's elite talent. Matt and Justin also recap the thrilling Olympic basketball tournaments, where b…

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Hoopsology ITL: Paris Olympics Basketball, the LeBron and KD Show, and FIBA's Anti-American Bias 1:06:12

5d ago1:06:12

1:06:12

In the latest edition of Hoopsology ITL, we dive into the world of international hoops with the Olympics in full swing. We explore the dynamics of the USA Men's 5x5 and 3x3, and Women's 5x5 and 3x3 basketball competitions. Matt and Justin dissect the powerhouse roster of the Men's 5x5 team. Are they too talented to lose, or is there more to the sto…

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Chaos, Fury and Clough: Liverpool v Leeds, 1974 58:13

7d ago58:13

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Welcome to the latest episode of The Overlap’s football history podcast, It Was What It Was. In this week’s episode, we take an in-depth look into a game that was full of trouble -The 1974 Charity Shield at Wembley between Liverpool and Leeds, during a time when behaviour on and off the pitch was declining English football. Journalists Jonathan Wil…

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Overtime Select: Revolutionizing Women's Basketball with Sascha Malas 24:37

11d ago24:37

24:37

In this episode of Hoopsology, we sit down with Sasha Malas, Director of Overtime Select and Director of Content Operations at Overtime. Malas provides exclusive insights into Overtime Select, a groundbreaking league featuring the nation's top 15 to 18-year-old female basketball players. Learn how this platform is preparing the next generation of w…

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Football's Dirtiest Ever Game: Battle of Santiago 1962 1:06:16

14d ago1:06:16

1:06:16

Welcome to the latest episode of The Overlap’s football history podcast, It Was What It Was. This week, Jonathan Wilson and Rob Draper delve into one of football's dirtiest ever games: the infamous Battle of Santiago in 1962. Regarded as one of the most brutal matches in football history, the Battle of Santiago saw host nation Chile face Italy in a…

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Nick Gartrelle: Uncovering the Secrets of Success in the NBA 2K League 29:38

16d ago29:38

29:38

We chat with Nick Gartrelle, the Head Coach, General Manager and mastermind behind the Raptors Uprising GC in the NBA 2K League. Learn about his passion for basketball, his transition into coaching, and the unique challenges of leading a team in the competitive world of esports. We explore the inner workings of the NBA 2K League, the future of espo…

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Hoopsology ITL: Here Comes the Money! The NBA and WNBA Signs New TV Deals, Team USA Faces A Tough Challenge in Paris, Rockets and Bulls Summer League Thoughts, Predictions of WNBA ROTY Race 1:12:57

19d ago1:12:57

1:12:57

The NBA season is over but there’s no shortage of hot topics dominating the basketball conversation. Matt and Justin return to the lab to give their impressions of the NBA and WNBA signing new TV deals, the chances of the USA Men’s Basketball Team in Paris, and our thoughts about the Houston Rockets and Chicago Bulls in Summer League. Hoopsology is…

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Andrade: The Legend Before Pele! 1:17:33

22d ago1:17:33

1:17:33

*This episode of It Was What It Was discusses issues including racism, with content that some listeners may find offensive.* Welcome to the latest episode of The Overlap’s football history podcast, It Was What It Was. In this week’s episode, we take an in-depth look into the successful Uruguay National team of the 1920s and one their key players, J…

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Get Ready for Paris 2024 Basketball with Men’s and Women’s Basketball Team USA Announcer Noah Eagle! 35:18

24d ago35:18

35:18

The excitement is building as the 2024 Olympics approach! The Men's and Women's Team USA basketball teams are gearing up to take on the world in Paris. Matt and Justin welcome veteran play-by-play announcer Noah Eagle who will be calling the action for both squads. In addition to Noah sharing his favorite basketball memories, we'll delve into a dee…

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Goodbye Gareth: Ranking Southgate’s England Era 1:09:22

1M ago1:09:22

1:09:22

Welcome to the latest episode of The Overlap’s football history podcast, It Was What It Was. In this week's bonus episode, journalists Jonathan Wilson and Rob Draper talk about Gareth Southgate and England's Euro 2024 tournament - which proved to be Southgate's last as the Three Lions manager. Jonathan and Rob reflect on Euro 2024, before questioni…

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The Rise of Caitlin Clark: A Top 10 WNBA Superstar in Her Rookie Year w/ Indiana Fever's Pat Boylan 41:56

27d ago41:56

41:56

We are back with another exciting episode of Hoopsology as we welcome back Pat Boylan, the Play-by-Play Voice of the WNBA's Indiana Fever and the fill-in commentator for the Indiana Pacers on Bally Sports. As we approach the WNBA All-Star break, Pat shares his insights on the Fever's season, discussing the challenges of their early schedule, the im…

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Dezso Solti: Auschwitz Survivor, Match-fixer 1:09:08

30d ago1:09:08

1:09:08

Welcome to the latest episode of The Overlap’s football history podcast, It Was What It Was. In this week’s episode, we take an in-depth look into the story of Dezso Solti, a complex character who was one of the most notorious and biggest match fixers in European football during the 1960s and 1970s. Journalists Jonathan Wilson and Rob Draper delve …

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The Incredible Mentality of Giannis, Caitlin Clark, Kamilla Cardoso & Kiki Rice (w/Kristen Lappas) 27:22

1M ago27:22

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Kristen Lappas is BACK to reveal insights she learned about Giannis, Caitlin Clark, Kamilla Cardoso, and Kiki Rice during the making of "Giannis: The Marvelous Journey" and "Full Court Press". Be sure to check both of those out to support her work and get stories you won't find anywhere else! Hoopsology is presented by Ballislife. Twitter:@hoopsolo…

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LeBron Stays Put & French Dominate Draft: Hoopsology Talks NBA Free Agency with Scooby Axson 30:18

1M ago30:18

30:18

NBA Free Agency is heating up and writer for USA TODAY Sports Scooby Axson joins Hoopsology to discuss LeBron resigning with the Lakers, Bronny James' potential, how France has taken over the NBA Draft, the effects NIL has had on future league draft picks and more. Hoopsology is presented by Ballislife. Twitter:@hoopsologypod Instagram:@hoopsologyp…

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The Ban on Women's Football and its Resilient Rise 1:15:21

1M ago1:15:21

1:15:21

Welcome to the latest episode of The Overlap’s football history podcast, It Was What It Was. In this week’s episode, we take an in-depth look into the 1920 Boxing Day game between Dick Kerr ladies and St Helens Ladies at Goodison, which remained the biggest crowd at a women’s game in England for over 90 years. It also appeared to be a historic turn…

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Exploring WNBA Excellence: New York Liberty's Success and Ellie the Elephant's Popularity with Aliyah Funschelle 22:33

1M ago22:33

22:33

The WNBA is thriving, with the New York Liberty at the forefront boasting a remarkable 17-3 record. In this episode of Hoopsology, we're joined by Aliyah Funschelle to explore why the Liberty stands out as a top W franchise, the growing fame of their mascot Ellie the Elephant, and the current landscape of the WNBA. *Recorded on June 17th* Hoopsolog…

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The End of Alf: The Fall of England's Greatest Manager, Part 2 1:01:58

1M ago1:01:58

1:01:58

Welcome to the latest episode of The Overlap’s football history podcast, It Was What It Was. In Part One, journalists Jonathan Wilson and Rob Draper set the scene for the qualification of the 1972 Euro quarter-final, where England were knocked out by West Germany. We now delve into the continuing years of decline as England failed to qualify for th…

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Behind the Scenes of FX’s "Clipped" with ESPN’s Ramona Shelburne; Also Thoughts on JJ Redick as Lakers Coach and Covering the NBA in the age of Social Media 42:52

1M ago42:52

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Discover exclusive insights from Ramona Shelburne, senior writer at ESPN and creator of ESPN's 30 for 30 podcast "The Sterling Affairs." Join us as we delve into the making of FX’s Clipped, the series’ reception, and Ramona’s basketball journey. Plus, explore her take on covering basketball in the age of social media, JJ Redick’s new role as Lakers…

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The End of Sir Alf: The Fall of England's Greatest Manager, Part 1 49:05

1M ago49:05

49:05

Welcome to the latest episode of The Overlap’s football history podcast, It Was What It Was. In this week’s episode, we take an in-depth look into the decline of England's most successful manager Sir Alf Ramsey, exploring how his 1966 World Cup winners were beaten by a much-improved West Germany side over two quarter-final qualification legs for Eu…

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Lakers Shake Up NBA Offseason: Redick as Coach and LeBron's Future with Spectrum LA's Nikki Kay 30:08

2M ago30:08

30:08

The NBA season is over but the Los Angeles Lakers are dominating the NBA conversation. We welcome sports host & reporter for Spectrum LA, Nikki Kay. Nikki provides insight into the Lakers’ surprising hire of JJ Redick and fan reaction in LA, how JJ will adjust to coaching one of the most high-profile teams in sports, and how we break down the impac…

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More Than LeBron's Son: The New Yorker’s Louisa Thomas on Why Bronny James is Underestimated 16:21

2M ago16:21

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The NBA Draft draws near and the majority of the hype has been surrounding where Bronny James will land in the draft. We welcome staff writer for the New Yorker Louisa Thomas onto Hoopsology to give her analysis about the pressure Bronny is facing. Louisa wrote an article for the New Yorker about Bronny and talks about why Bronny is being underesti…

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Can the Las Vegas Aces Defend its championship? With The Sporting Tribune's, Will Despart 26:02

2M ago26:02

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In this edition of Hoopsology welcome a Las Vegas staff writer for The Sporting Tribune, Will Despart. We get Will’s insight into how the Aces have struggled during the first part of the season, what their team will look like with the return of Chelsea Gray to Las Vegas, the underdog story of Kate Martin, A'ja Wilson’s competitive spirit, and more.…

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Euro 1984: The Magic of Michel Platini 1:13:37

2M ago1:13:37

1:13:37

Welcome to the latest episode of The Overlap’s football history podcast, It Was What It Was. In this week’s episode, on its 40th Anniversary, we dive into Euro 1984, a tournament that marked a pivotal moment in French football history as they lifted a major tournament trophy for the first time. Journalists Jonathan Wilson and Rob Draper delve into …

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Warner Bros. Discovery Out of NBA Rights? Lakers Hire Reddick: Athlete Media Content in 2024 with Front Office Sports Owen Poindexter 32:54

2M ago32:54

32:54

He is a Senior Writer for Front Office Sports and the host of the Front Office Sports Today Podcast we welcome Owen Poindexter Senior Writer for Front Office Sports and the host of the Front Office Sports Today, Owen Poindexter joins Hoopsology to discuss the NBA’s future after the conclusion of the NBA Finals. Owen gives his opinion of WBD potenti…

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Banner 18: Boston Celtics Reign Supreme-Hoopsology’s ITL 47:20

2M ago47:20

47:20

Matt and Justin dissect the 2024 NBA Finals with a deep dive into the Boston Celtics' championship run. We celebrate their 18th title, solidifying their place as the winningest franchise in basketball history. We analyze the performances of Jayson Tatum and Jaylen Brown, with Brown taking home Finals MVP honors. The hosts also break down the Dallas…

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Euro 2012: Spain's Pinnacle in Poland & Ukraine 1:07:01

2M ago1:07:01

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In this week’s episode, we take an in-depth look at Euro 2012, a tournament fondly remembered as the crowning moment in Spain’s era of dominance, marking their third consecutive major win following Euro 2008 and the 2010 World Cup. Journalists Jonathan Wilson and Rob Draper kick things off by delving into the politics behind the decision to host th…

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Meet Chad Poarch: The Man Behind TST’s ONE MILLION DOLLAR Goal 19:04

2M ago19:04

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On this episode of the Soccer Stories Podcast we sit down with the star of 'The Soccer Tournament (TST),' Chad Poarch. Chad scored the game winning 4th goal to defeat Luis Nani & his star-studded team on the way to capturing the TST title. You will hear from Chad Poarch himself as we discuss TST, what it was like playing against Nani and of course,…

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Caitlin Clark Team USA Olympic Snub and the Growing Pains of the WNBA Attaining Mainstream Success 50:48

2M ago50:48

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In this edition of Hoopsology’s In The Lab, Justin and Matt explore what happens when the WNBA is thrown into the mainstream and the societal culture war. We also give our thoughts on Caitlin Clark being left off Team USA for the Olympics and more! Hoopsology is presented by Ballislife. Twitter:@hoopsologypod Instagram:@hoopsologypod Justin's Twitt…

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Euro 2004: Greek Glory, England’s Exit - Part Two 1:10:40

2M ago1:10:40

1:10:40

Welcome back to The Overlap’s football history podcast, It Was What It Was. In Part One, journalists Jonathan Wilson and Rob Draper set the scene for the Euro 2004 knockout stages. Now, we delve into the life of Greece manager Otto Rehhagel, who orchestrated one of football’s greatest miracles at Euro 2004. The tournament was a landmark for many na…

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Coaching Conflict? LeBron's Bromance with Lakers Candidate: Hoopsology’s ITL 37:35

2M ago37:35

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Lakers in Coaching Limbo: Can They Find a Head Coach? Matt and Justin dissect the latest blow to the Los Angeles Lakers: their pursuit of Dan Hurley falling short. They debate whether the Lakers can find a suitable head coach to lead LeBron James and Anthony Davis. LeBron's Basketball Bromances: Kyrie Irving & JJ Redick The guys delve into LeBron J…

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Euro 2004: Greek Glory, England’s Exit - Part One 43:11

2M ago43:11

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Welcome to the latest episode of The Overlap’s football history podcast, It Was What It Was. With Euro 2024 approaching this week, we present a special two-part episode on Euro 2004, a tournament where underdogs Greece achieved one of international football’s greatest upsets. Regarded as the one that got away from Sven-Goran Eriksson’s Golden Gener…

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J. Alphonse Nicholson Interview: Landing the role of Chris Paul in the FX series Clipped, Passion for Hoops 28:32

2M ago28:32

28:32

Matt and Justin welcome J. Alphonse Nicholson who plays Chris Paul in the FX series Clipped which takes viewers behind the scenes of the Donald Sterling scandal that rocked not only the Clippers but also the sports world and based on the hit ESPN 30 for 30 podcast The Sterling Affairs. Nicholson shares his passion for hoops, how he landed the role,…

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This Company Is BUILDING A PRO SOCCER CLUB From Scratch! 28:03

2M ago28:03

28:03

On this episode of the Soccer Stories Podcast we are joined by the founder of One Soccer Nation, Kareem Rae. Kareem is a former player who's transitioned seamlessly into various roles within the sport. With two decades of soccer experience, from grassroots to semi-pro, Kareem is not only an author but also a mentor to thousands of players through h…

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United’s Treble: Sliding Doors to Barcelona 50:55

2M ago50:55

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Welcome to the latest episode of The Overlap’s football history podcast, It Was What It Was. Jonathan Wilson and Rob Draper delve into the sliding doors moments that lead to the Manchester United treble win in 1999. In the years leading up to Sir Alex Ferguson's greatest achievement, we take a look at some of the key moments that could have changed…

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Caitlin Clark vs Chennedy Carter and the WNBA's Mishandling of the Indiana Fever, NBA Finals Preview between Dallas and Boston - Hoopsology’s In The Lab 1:13:26

2M ago1:13:26

1:13:26

In this packed episode of In The Lab, Matt and Justin discuss how the Indiana Fever is dealing with a rough start and the controversy surrounding the cheap shot Caitlin Clark received from the Chicago Sky’s Chennedy Carter. We also break down the top storylines that have occurred in the WNBA. The hosts also preview the upcoming NBA Finals between t…

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Hammer Time! Unveiling the Secrets of a Harlem Globetrotter with Donte Hammer Harrison 24:39

3M ago24:39

24:39

We have an episode that we have been looking forward to for a while. Our guest is a member of the world-famous Harlem Globetrotters Donte "Hammer" Harrison. The Globetrotters holds a special place in basketball and we get Donte’s perspective regarding his passion for basketball, how he became a member of the team, his favorite moments, and how he h…

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Reds' in Rome: Liverpool’s 1984 European Cup Story, Part Two 37:22

3M ago37:22

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Welcome to the latest episode of The Overlap’s football history podcast, It Was What It Was. In part two of our Reds in Rome story, journalists Jonathan Wilson and Rob Draper delve into the events of the day of the 1984 European Cup final between Roma and Liverpool. Having set the scene in part one of our two-part special, Jonathan and Rob reveal i…

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Chicago Sun-Times’ Journalist and Author Scoop Jackson on the Legacy of George Gervin 39:03

3M ago39:03

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We have a special guest joining this episode of Hoopsology. You might have seen his work on ESPN and now for the Chicago Sun-Times and he along with George Gervin wrote Ice: Why I Was Born to Score which is available now, we welcomed Robert Scoop Jackson onto the show. Scoop joins Matt and Justin to discuss his favorite basketball memories, writing…

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Reds' in Rome: Liverpool's 1984 European Cup Story, Part One 37:28

3M ago37:28

37:28

Welcome to the latest episode of The Overlap’s football history podcast, It Was What It Was. This week we have a two part special focussing on Liverpool’s 1984 European Cup victory, 40 years on from one of the finest nights in the Reds history. Journalists Jonathan Wilson and Rob Draper discuss the events leading up to the final where Joe Fagan’s s…

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NBC Sports Bay Area’s Zena Keita discusses the Golden State Valkyries Joining the WNBA! 36:08

3M ago36:08

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It’s an exciting time to be a fan of the WNBA and the league is planning on adding new teams, with its new addition of the Golden State Valkyries. In this edition of Hoopsology Justin and Matt welcome NBC Sports Bay Area Reporter Zena Keita to talk about what led San Francisco to gain a new WNBA franchise. We get her thoughts on the current WNBA se…

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Nuggets & Knicks Ousted! | Pacers-Celtics & Wolves-Mavs Preview | In The Lab Breakdown 39:44

3M ago39:44

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Matt and Justin break down the Conference Finals on Hoopsology, analyzing the Indiana Pacers' Cinderella run against the Boston Celtics. They also dissect the Minnesota Timberwolves' shocking upset over the defending champion Denver Nuggets and preview the upcoming series between the Wolves and the Dallas Mavericks. Plus, they dive into the offseas…

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Farewell Jurgen: Klopp's origin story from Stuttgart to Liverpool 1:08:22

3M ago1:08:22

1:08:22

Welcome to the latest episode of The Overlap’s football history podcast, It Was What It Was. Jonathan Wilson and Rob Draper continue the series with a unite insight into the life of Jurgen Klopp. Klopp leaves his managerial role at Liverpool having ended their 30 year top flight trophy drought alongside a historic Champions League, FA Cup, League C…

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Risks and Realities: NIL and Transfer Portal Exposed with Washington Post's Jesse Dougherty 32:40

3M ago32:40

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NIL and the transfer portal changed the DNA of college sports and we discussed whether the new changes are positive for student-athletes with the Washington Post’s Jesse Dougherty. Do opponents of NIL and the transfer portal have any credible arguments against the paradigm shift in college sports, we get Jesse’s perspective. Hoopsology is presented…

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Part 2 : Arsenal '89: The Game That Changed Football Forever 35:57

3M ago35:57

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Welcome back to The Overlap’s football history podcast, It Was What It Was. On our second and final part of Arsenal ’89: The Game That Change Football Forever, journalists Jonathan Wilson and Rob Draper re-live the unforgettable final day of the 1988/89 campaign that seen Arsenal leapfrog Liverpool to the First Division title at Anfield. George Gra…

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Could it be the END of Inside the NBA, WNBA Kickoff, Second Round of the NBA Playoffs Continues, Hoopsology’s ITL 1:00:19

3M ago1:00:19

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Matt and Justin return to the lab to give you their impressions of the second round of the NBA Playoffs, their thoughts on the individual NBA Awards of MVP and Defensive Player of the Year, the future of NBA Broadcast Rights, and the beginning of the WNBA season. We also go in-depth if TNT loses the NBA. Hoopsology is presented by Ballislife. Twitt…

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Part 1: Arsenal '89: The Game That Changed Football Forever 40:43

3M ago40:43

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Welcome to the latest episode of The Overlap’s football history podcast, It Was What It Was. Hosted by journalists Jonathan Wilson and Rob Draper, we continue our series with a game regarded as one of the biggest in English football history as Arsenal snatched the First Division title from Liverpool at Anfield through Michael Thomas's late goal in …

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Como 1907's BEAUTIFUL RISE to Serie A Promotion! 9:41

3M ago9:41

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On this episode of the Soccer Stories Podcast we will be discussing one of the most beautiful club's in all of Europe, Como 1907. Situated on the banks of Lake Como this historic club was promoted to Serie A for the first time since the 2002-2003 season. This promotion has led to a lot of media attention for Como 1907 and with good reason! Como 190…

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The WNBA Is Set to Succeed Like We've Never Seen (with Author Howard Megdal) 26:59

3M ago26:59

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Howard Megdal, Author of “Rare Gems” and the host of Locked On Women's Basketball Podcast, joins the show to discuss the recent growth, past failures, and bright future of women’s basketball and the WNBA. Hoopsology is presented by Ballislife. Rare Gems is available now: https://www.amazon.com/Rare-Gems-Generations-Women-Paved/dp/1637271980 Twitter…

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Appreciating LeBron's and Allen Iverson’s Greatness & The 3-Point Revolution: Interview with NYT Bestseller Kirk Goldsberry 31:01

3M ago31:01

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We welcome New York Times best-selling author, a professor at the University of Texas, and the author of Hoop Atlas, Kirk Goldsberry. Kirk goes in depth about LeBron’s Greatness, why the three point shot is important, and he explains how his book Hoop Atlas gives readers a visual tour through the three last decades of pro hoops history. Hoopsology …

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