Best Huster Podcasts (2024)

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The NWSL playoff race begins, and a chat with NWSLPA President Tori Huster 41:38

10d ago41:38

41:38

This week, Claire checks in on the big picture for both the NWSL and the WNBA, as title contenders emerge, playoff spoilers make their case, and some teams begin to plateau at an inopportune time. Then, she has a chat with NWSLPA President Tori Huster about the league’s landmark CBA, and how concerns about parity might be overstated.…

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WNBA underdogs struggle, plus a look into the NWSL playoff landscape 40:04

1h ago40:04

40:04

This week, Claire discusses the first day of games of the WNBA playoffs, where postseason experience is key in a short set of series’ that could see some of our faves go home. Then, she takes a deeper look at Kansas City’s big win over Washington in the NWSL, and makes a case for the Current’s chances in the playoffs. She closes us out with quick u…

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Trinity Rodman is a superstar, plus a look into why a WNBA season expansion is a good thing 38:44

2h ago38:44

38:44

This week, Claire takes a snapshot look at the NWSL, where sometimes single games can tell you a whole lot more about a team than just the final score. She chats Orlando and KC’s special success, Portland’s ongoing troubles, and which players lit up the highlight reel. Then she talks through remarkable WNBA performances, why the expanding season is…

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Alex Morgan’s final game, plus a look into Angel Reese's injury, the U.S. Open, and the Paralympics 36:57

7d ago36:57

36:57

This week, Claire takes a moment to talk about the final few days of Alex Morgan’s professional career, how the soccer world has changed since Morgan’s debut and how the star herself spoke about what’s next. Then, she discusses what Angel Reese’s season ending injury means for the WNBA playoff race, salutes the U.S. Open and the Paralympics and mor…

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The new NWSL CBA changes everything, plus a Q+A to answer your women's sports questions 38:59

17d ago38:59

38:59

This week, Claire breaks down the new NWSL CBA that will change just about everything about how the league runs, she thinks, for the better. Then she takes listener questions on struggling NWSL clubs, player contracts, looking ahead for the USWNT and more.By Just Women’s Sports

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The New York Liberty clinch first, plus a look into the NWSL starting back up 42:00

1M ago42:00

42:00

In today's episode, Claire says a happy welcome back to the WNBA, as teams battle for postgame positioning in the final month of the regular season. The New York Liberty look like the team to beat, but how are other teams progressing, and are there teams that should be worried about slipping in the standings? Then, Claire looks at her wishlist for …

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USA basketball gets it done, plus a chat with Arsenal forward Alessia Russo 41:31

1M ago41:31

41:31

In this weeks episode, Claire talks through the final few days of the 2024 Olympics, a gold medal basketball game that went the distance in ways nobody expected, big winners and losers from the Olympic soccer tournament and more. Then, she has a lovely chat with Arsenal and Lionesses forward Alessia Russo about returning to the U.S. after spending …

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Simone Biles's legacy grows, plus a preview of the USWNT's semifinal matchup 35:16

2M ago35:16

35:16

This week, Claire takes a deep breath and looks at what we've seen in women's sports so far in the Olympics, including generational talents and both established and brand new stars to follow. She hypes up the U.S. gymnastics squad, asks who really rules the pool, and shouts out newcomers to the international stage that became the surprise hits of t…

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The USWNT always bounces back, and the Olympics always bring the drama 39:13

2M ago39:13

39:13

On today’s episode, Claire takes a look at the USWNT’s performances in their first two Olympic soccer matches, as the team cruises to a quarterfinal spot with a game still to play in the group stage. She talks through the team making their own luck, some touchy moments in defense, and what to make of the team’s ever-shifting midfield. Then she hits…

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Can the USWNT medal? Plus a look into WNBA All-Star Weekend 40:19

2M ago40:19

40:19

This week, Claire discusses WNBA All-Star weekend, which felt both like a celebration of how the league has grown over the past year and set Team USA up for a particularly competitive Olympics. Then, she reviews the field for the Olympic soccer tournament, pointing out her personal Group of Death and seeing how the U.S. might still be in the medal …

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This is Sophia Smiths USWNT attack now, and a brief look at WNBA all-star 39:40

2M ago39:40

39:40

This week, Claire breaks down in depth the days prior to the USWNT’s first send-off series game, also discussing performances, what worked and what still needs developing, as the team moves towards a crucial Olympic competition that will dictate the future of the team. She then turns toward WNBA All-Star weekend, with a short chat with Gatorade wom…

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How well did the NWSL and WNBA prepare its players for the Olympics? 30:32

3M ago30:32

30:32

This week, Claire takes the solo mic to break down a beautiful new rivalry between the Orlando Pride and the Kansas City Current, while taking stock of where every NWSL team has landed going into the leagues regular season Olympic break. Then, she does the same with the WNBA, looking at small shifts that could impact the standings after Paris. She …

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How the Orlando Pride became a contender with Haley Carter and Ally Watt, plus a quick look into the WNBA as the Olympic break approaches 40:41

3M ago40:41

40:41

This week, Claire hones in on the upcoming marquee NWSL matchup between Orlando and Kansas City by pondering the question: how did the Orlando Pride transform into a contender? She speaks with Pride general manager Haley Carter about the construction of Orlando’s turnaround, and then chats with Pride forward Ally Watt about the team’s transformatio…

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Is it the right choice leaving Alex Morgan? Unpacking the USWNT Olympic roster drop 23:12

3M ago23:12

23:12

Claire hops on to react to the 2024 USWNT Olympic roster, with one big omission marking a new era of the team. She chats through the benefits of experience vs potential, versatility and fitness, and how this team will continue to gel while meeting the internal expectations of new manager Emma Hayes, which might not always coincide with what the fan…

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Talking USWNT and Rookie of the Year goals with Croix Bethune, plus the rookie of the year race is on in the WNBA 37:21

3M ago37:21

37:21

In today’s episode, Claire talks through the widening gap between top NWSL contenders and the rest of the pack after more statement performances from Kansas City and Orlando. Then, she chats with Rookie of the Year (and possibly MVP?) frontrunner Croix Bethune about playing with joy, what makes the Washington midfield tick and more. And then finall…

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“This year is completely different” with Lo’eau LaBonta 37:10

3M ago37:10

37:10

In this week’s episode, Claire sits down with Kansas City midfielder Lo’eau LaBonta to understand what’s driving the Current’s unbeaten streak, celebration culture, goals under Vlatko Andonovski and more. Then Claire takes the mic alone to look at the state of the WNBA, which teams are surging and which could use a reset after another week of highs…

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Sophia Smith is innocent: an NWSL recap, and the surprises and snubs of the USA women’s basketball Olympic roster 35:37

4M ago35:37

35:37

This week, Claire talks through a wacky NWSL weekend, where attendance records, baseball celebrations, and strange red cards reigned. She discusses which styles of play are being rewarded this year, as the top teams continue to distance themselves from the pack. Then, she breaks down the reported USA women’s basketball Olympic roster, talking surpr…

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Emma Hayes’s USWNT looks ready to roll, and the Indiana Fever finally end their early-season gauntlet 36:43

4M ago36:43

36:43

This week, Claire talks through the USWNT’s first friendly under new manager Emma Hayes, with a dominant 4-0 win over South Korea. She talks through big performances from Mallory Swanson and Tierna Davidson, a midfield that looks refreshed, and her own personal picks for the Olympic roster. Then, she digs into the big stories out of the WNBA this w…

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Trump Found Guilty On All Counts 0:12

4M ago0:12

0:12

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Angel Reese is earning Chicago wins, and Orlando stakes their claim for best team in the NWSL 46:26

4M ago46:26

46:26

This week, Claire breaks down a wild week in the WNBA, with MVP level performances, a few hard fouls, and a wide-spread impressive start from the 2024 rookie class. Then, she breaks down how the NWSL is beginning to see a natural top five teams emerge, and the floor beginning to drop out from bottom of the table performers. Are a few playoff conten…

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Which NWSL coaches are in the hot seat, and how this WNBA season’s rookie class continues to stand out 46:59

4M ago46:59

46:59

Claire talks this week’s NWSL snapshot through the context of the league’s coaches, discussing her early coach of the year shortlist, with both surprises and steady performances. She also breaks down which coaching seats might be getting a little hot, and they might not be the names you’d expect. Then, she turns to the first full week of WNBA actio…

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A’ja Wilson looks MVP caliber already, and Gotham has started pulling it together 45:03

4M ago45:03

45:03

Claire watched every game of WNBA opening tip-off on Tuesday and she has some things to say! Connecticut dampened Caitlin Clark’s big debut (but there are reasons to think she’ll be okay), Las Vegas looked ready for a three-peat and a few rebuilding teams surprised. Then, she digs into another busy NWSL slate of games, where the separation between …

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Caitlin Clark and the WNBA rookies settle in, while Barbra Banda and Orlando take off in the NWSL 42:11

5M ago42:11

42:11

This week, Claire takes a look at the first weekend of WNBA preseason, as fans saw first glimpses of Caitlin Clark and the rest of her draft class against league competition. She also talks through some growing pains the league is still experiencing while trying to capitalize on fan interest. Then, she breaks down packed NWSL week, where winning an…

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Sophia Smith and Jaedyn Shaw make their Olympics case, and reactions to Candace Parker’s surprise retirement 39:58

5M ago39:58

39:58

Claire takes a look at the weekend’s NWSL action through the lense of the USWNT’s next era, with permanent manager Emma Hayes’ first roster rapidly approaching. She breaks down the USWNT roster bubble for the Olympics and beyond, and shouts out the NWSL talent providing an Olympic preview for other international sides. Then, she discusses Candace P…

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NWSL early storylines and surprises, plus what Caitlin Clark’s Nike deal means for the WNBA 51:59

5M ago51:59

51:59

Claire goes deep on a number of NWSL teams, including why she likes Angel City’s recent trades, what Washington is doing right, and what Vlatko Andonovski seems to have learned from his time coaching the USWNT. Then, Claire breaks down Caitlin Clark’s massive new Nike deal and what it tells us about the economic realities of women’s basketball toda…

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Winners and question marks from the WNBA draft, plus reacting to Thorns' coaching change 46:50

5M ago46:50

46:50

Claire recaps the WNBA Draft, discussing both the winners as well as the surprises from draft night. She breaks down what Caitlin Clark brings to the Fever, and why this draft class might put pressure on the league to accelerate their timelines. Claire also talks Kamilla Cardoso and Angel Reese in Chicago, and Cameron Brink and Rickea Jackson in LA…

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Dawn Staley masterclass delivers South Carolina a title. Plus: USWNT SheBelieves Cup thoughts 35:24

6M ago35:24

35:24

Live from Ohio, Claire breaks down a blockbuster NCAA Championship between South Carolina and Iowa — and why losing her entire starting five from last season brought out the best of Dawn Staley (02:45). Claire discusses what made this year’s South Carolina squad (literally) unbeatable, why Iowa’s seniors should be at peace with their performance, a…

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LSU-Iowa recap, Final Four preview, and early-season NWSL takes 50:26

6M ago50:26

50:26

Claire recaps a blockbuster game between Iowa and LSU, and why Kim Mulkey dared Caitlin Clark to beat them from distance — which she did. Claire also talks UConn vs USC, before making her picks for the Final Four. Then, she turns her attention to the NWSL, explaining why Kansas City is for real, and why Portland needs to turn things around ASAP.…

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March Madness storylines, USWNT roster, and NWSL reactions 44:08

6M ago44:08

44:08

Claire breaks down the opening weekend of March Madness (00:37), discussing which teams have impressed her and which still have something to prove. Claire then talks the latest USWNT roster and why this SheBelieves Cup squad is already a reflection of Emma Hayes (20:42). Finally, Claire’s bucketing every NWSL squad into tiers after the second weeke…

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Breaking down the March Madness bracket, plus winners and loser from NWSl’s opening weekend 40:33

6M ago40:33

40:33

Claire jumps into the women’s March Madness bracket and why Iowa’s path to the Final Four is absolutely stacked. Claire discusses the importance of conference tournaments on seeding and why USC could be set to go on a run. Then, she breaks down the opening weekend of NWSL play, including her winners and losers from the first slate of games.…

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S09:E14 - "I'm Sleeping With My Clothes On" 1:04:54

6M ago1:04:54

1:04:54

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LSU-South Carolina fallout, winners and losers of the USWNT’s Gold Cup victory, and NWSL season preview 44:17

7M ago44:17

44:17

Claire breaks down the LSU-South Carolina drama and why Kim Mulkey’s comments might be a smokescreen for the Tigers’ bigger issues. Then, she reacts to the USWNT’s Gold Cup win and what it means for both the team and individual players hoping to make the Olympics. Last, Claire wraps with a quick NWSL preview ahead of this weekend’s Challenge Cup ba…

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The USWNT has found a formula that works 42:15

7M ago42:15

42:15

Claire Watkins reacts to the USWNT’s 3-0 win over Colombia, highlighting the team’s mentality, as well as the veteran performances of Alex Morgan and Alyssa Naeher. Claire also praises Jaedyn Shaw while discussing how the win highlighted the USWNT’s ability to thread the needle with their roster. Claire then turns to college basketball to explain w…

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Bonus Episode: The Shifting College Basketball Landscape 25:40

7M ago25:40

25:40

Welcome to a bonus episode of The Late Sub! Recorded on Monday, Feb. 26, Claire gets into some of the big college basketball picture after teams struggled to grind out wins late in the regular season. Then, she breaks down the big decisions facing college seniors. Finally, she takes a look at the larger happenings in global football, and wonders if…

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Honest USWNT thoughts with Sandra Herrera 48:59

7M ago48:59

48:59

In this special, USWNT-only edition of The Late Sub, Claire breaks down the team’s 2-0 loss to Mexico, and why it felt like a game from the Andonovski era. Then, Claire is joined by CBS Sports’ Sandra Herrera to discuss the Gold Cup more broadly and why the USWNT needs to fully embrace their inexperienced youth.…

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S09:E13 - "Predominantly Pale and Ginger" 56:49

7M ago56:49

56:49

By Goodstuff.network

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Caitlin Clark… GOAT? Plus: Mia Fishel reaction and more USWNT predictions 1:01:25

7M ago1:01:25

1:01:25

Claire reflects on Caitlin Clark’s position in college basketball history after she passes Kelsey Plum for the scoring record. She also touches on Geno Auriemma’s latest milestone, Paige Buecker’s returning, and Brittney Griner’s overdue jersey retirement. Then, Claire dives into the USWNT, previewing the Gold Cup and who she wants to see on the fi…

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S09:E12 - "How Law Works Without Government" 45:22

7M ago45:22

45:22

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The USWNT’s rebuild has officially begun 48:27

7M ago48:27

48:27

Claire breaks down the latest USWNT roster and what it means for the veterans who didn’t make the cut. Then, she dives into WNBA Free Agency and reflects on what happened with Elena Delle Donne. Finally, Claire wraps with an update on Caitlin Clark’s record chase and South Carolina’s convincing win over UConn, before circling back to the USWNT's cu…

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S09:E11 - "Church Products Dot Com" 1:21:37

8M ago1:21:37

1:21:37

By Goodstuff.network

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It’s here! Listen to the first-ever episode of The Late Sub 39:34

8M ago39:34

39:34

Claire Watkins breaks down the latest stories in women’s sports, starting with college basketball and why Caitlin Clark might just want to get this all-time scoring record out of the way. Then, Claire dives into NWSL preseason and what an influx of coaches and players mean for the league. Finally, Claire walks through the early days of WNBA free ag…

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Trailer | The Late Sub with Claire Watkins 0:52

8M ago0:52

0:52

The Late Sub with Claire Watkins brings you the latest news and freshest takes in women’s sports. This is the weekly rundown you’ve been missing, covering the USWNT, NWSL, WNBA, college hoops, and whatever else is popping off in women’s sports each week. Special guest appearances with the biggest names in women’s sports make The Late Sub a must-lis…

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S09:E10 - "Plush, Crane and Amusement" 1:13:00

8M ago1:13:00

1:13:00

By Goodstuff.network

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S09:E09 - "The Stanley Works" 59:02

8M ago59:02

59:02

By Goodstuff.network

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S09:E08 - "This Is The Face Of A Scumbag" 57:48

9M ago57:48

57:48

By Goodstuff.network

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S09:E07 - "Foods and Ingredients" 1:24:12

10M ago1:24:12

1:24:12

By Goodstuff.network

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S09:E06 - "YOU COOK THE RICE We'll Bring The Stew" 1:18:56

10M ago1:18:56

1:18:56

By Goodstuff.network

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The End of an Era | Snacks with Lynn Williams & Sam Mewis 19:11

10M ago19:11

19:11

On this special bonus episode of Snacks, Lynn Williams and Sam Mewis share a major announcement about the future of the show. They then reminisce on the top 10 Snacks moments over the years, from iconic interviews with teammates and friends to the origins of "Are you having an OK time?" They finish the episode with a show of gratitude to the Snacks…

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S09:E05 - "The Business Just Took Off" 53:32

10M ago53:32

53:32

By Goodstuff.network

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A Very Batty Championship Final | Snacks with Lynn Williams & Sam Mewis 40:24

10M ago40:24

40:24

Shop 50% off all Snacks merch using code CHOMP at shop.justwomenssports.com Lynn and Sam recap the epic Gotham victory from beginning to end starting with Lynn accidentally passing the ball right to Emily Sonnett. They talk through the tragic injury to Megan Rapinoe, Lynn’s goal, Esther’s winner, and that red card that somehow no one understood. La…

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