Liberty F.M.

Liberty F.M.

Francois and Felicia

  • 37 minutes 40 seconds
    S3 Ep.17 The New York Liberty are Running Out of Time

    Felicia and François are back after a grueling road trip for the Liberty — one defined by injuries, tough losses, and the lingering question of whether New York is running out of time. But with stars returning and flashes of dominance resurfacing, there’s still a glimmer of hope as the season winds down.

    We break down:

    • Whether the Liberty’s injuries are too much to overcome — or if deeper issues are at play.
    • What the team could (and should) have done better despite the circumstances.
    • Why role players must step up no matter who’s available.
    • How Breanna Stewart’s return to form could be the key to saving the season.
    • Why a convincing win in Seattle is more than just a morale boost.
    • A reminder of just how dangerous this team can be at full strength.

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    9 September 2025, 10:00 am
  • 35 minutes 11 seconds
    S3 Ep.16 The New York Liberty and the Audacity of Hope

    Felicia and François are back after a whirlwind stretch for the Liberty — from a surprising slip against the Chicago Sky, to a short-handed loss in Atlanta, to a hard-fought win over Connecticut in Breanna Stewart’s return. The ups and downs made clear: there’s still work to do before the playoffs.

    We break down:

    • How Chicago exposed some of New York’s biggest weaknesses.
    • Whether injuries are the main culprit — or if the issues go deeper.
    • Why the Liberty’s Big 3 remaining undefeated is still a major source of hope.
    • The impact of Stewart’s return and what it revealed about the team’s identity.
    • The pros and cons of Sandy Brondello’s “All Out” system.
    • What the upcoming regular season stretch means for playoff positioning.

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    27 August 2025, 8:08 pm
  • 30 minutes 28 seconds
    S3 Ep.15 The New York Liberty got their lick back

    Felicia and François are back after a tough road trip that saw the Liberty stumble against the Aces and Lynx — but New York bounced back at home with an 85–75 win over Minnesota, showing sharper focus and a different mentality from the jump.

    We break down:

    • The Liberty’s locked-in start and how mindset set the tone.
    • Smart defensive adjustments to limit Courtney Williams and Kayla McBride.
    • Sabrina Ionescu’s two-way impact — not just scoring, but defending and leading.
    • Jonquel Jones’ dominant night in the paint.
    • A collective effort on the glass and why boxing out mattered so much.
    • Kennedy Burke’s continued spark off the bench.
    • Our favorite moments from the victory and what it means going forward.

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    20 August 2025, 4:10 pm
  • 42 minutes 56 seconds
    S3 Ep.14 Sign O’ the Times: Minnesota Ends NY Liberty’s Streak

    Felicia and François are back after a rollercoaster stretch for the Liberty — from snapping a four-game skid with an inspiring three-game winning streak, to a frustrating home loss against the Minnesota Lynx that brought some old issues back to the surface.

    They break down:

    • Sabrina Ionescu’s MVP-caliber tear — dominating vs. Connecticut with 36 points while showing she’s more than just a shooter, plus her fiery leadership sparking the team.

    • Emma Meesseman’s seamless impact — instant chemistry, smart playmaking, and how her presence raises the Liberty’s ceiling.

    • Positives in the Lynx loss — bench energy, the JJ–Emma connection, and a good first half.

    • Negatives that cost them — 20 turnovers, stagnation, and struggles to stay together under pressure.

    • What Natasha Cloud, Sabrina Ionescu, Marine Johannès, and Emma Meesseman said about toughness, execution, and discipline.

    • Injury update on Breanna Stewart — and how the Liberty are balancing urgency with health.

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    11 August 2025, 10:00 am
  • 45 minutes 40 seconds
    S3 Ep.13 Ring the Alarm?

    Felicia and François are back as the Liberty hit a rough patch, dropping four straight games — with disappointing losses to the Dallas Wings and Connecticut Sun, and a more encouraging fight against the Minnesota Lynx.

    They break down:

    • Why defensive lapses are the Liberty’s biggest concern right now
    • Leonie Fiebich’s challenging road trip and how it impacts the team
    • Stephanie Talbot’s flashes of impact — and her inconsistency
    • Why Jaylyn Sherrod’s absence will be felt
    • Sabrina Ionescu and Marine Johannès bringing much-needed energy
    • Emma Meesseman’s long-awaited debut and what she adds to the mix

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    3 August 2025, 10:00 am
  • 38 minutes 29 seconds
    S3 Ep.12 Liberty’s Grit & Sabrina Ionescu’s Brilliance

    Felicia and François are back to recap the final two games of the Liberty’s 8-game homestand — an 89–76 win over the Phoenix Mercury followed by a tough 101–99 loss to the LA Sparks.

    They dig into:

    • Why the Liberty have struggled to put together a full 40-minute performance

    • The impact of Breanna Stewart and Kennedy Burke’s absence on both ends of the floor

    • Sabrina Ionescu’s dominance against Phoenix and LA, plus her growing pick-and-roll chemistry with Jonquel Jones

    • Leonie Fiebich’s rising confidence and Marine Johannès’ defensive spark

    • Natasha Cloud’s leadership in steadying the team through adversity

    • How fatigue and a packed schedule are testing the Liberty mentally and physically

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    28 July 2025, 5:30 pm
  • 45 minutes 23 seconds
    S3 Ep.11 The New York Liberty Said We Gon' Be Alright

    Felicia and François return to break down a pivotal week for the New York Liberty, featuring back-to-back wins over the Indiana Fever and major roster upgrades.

    They dig into:

    • Izzy Harrison, Marine Johannès and Leonie Fiebich's impact, again proving their value
    • Sabrina Ionescu & Breanna Stewart's roles with and without Jonquel Jones
    • Jonquel Jones’ seamless return and how her presence shifted the team’s ceiling
    • What the additions of Emma Meesseman and Stephanie Talbot mean for New York’s depth and identity
    • How the team’s chemistry and lineup flexibility are evolving just in time for August’s gauntlet

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    25 July 2025, 8:27 pm
  • 35 minutes 54 seconds
    S3 Ep.10 All Rise for Leonie

    Felicia and François dive into the New York Liberty’s rollercoaster week — from a statement win over the Aces on Tuesday to a thrilling 19-point comeback against the Dream on Sunday.

    They break down the highs and lows, including:

    • Leonie Fiebich’s breakout performances and rising confidence as a two-way threat

    • The bold lineup shift with Breanna Stewart running point and how it sparked the comeback

    • Lockdown defense in both second halves that turned games around

    • Marine Johannès and Kennedy Burke delivering clutch plays off the bench

    • Izzy Harrison and Nyara Sabally’s physical battles in the paint against Brittney Griner and the Dream’s bigs

    • How the Liberty survived cold shooting nights from Stewie and Sabrina

    • Natasha Cloud’s fiery leadership and the spark from her technical foul

    • The Barclays crowd fueling the rally and what these games reveal about New York’s identity

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    14 July 2025, 5:29 pm
  • 35 minutes 53 seconds
    S3 Ep.9 Don't Press the Panic Button on the New York Liberty

    Felicia and François react to the New York Liberty’s 79–70 loss to the Seattle Storm—analyzing how a promising start turned into a painful second-half collapse at Barclays Center.

    Topics include:

    • A look back at the Liberty’s tough 2-week road trip and the toll of missing key players

    • The high-energy first half led by Sabrina Ionescu and Rebekah Gardner’s hustle plays

    • A painful 3rd quarter for the Liberty

    • Dominique Malonga’s dominance in the paint and the challenges of facing the Storm’s size

    • How Seattle’s switching defense stagnated New York’s offense and forced costly turnovers

    • Updates on Izzy Harrison’s injury, Natasha Cloud’s status, and the growing frontcourt concerns

    • The team’s morale despite the rough stretch and Sabrina’s mindset as a leader

    • A look ahead to seven more home games and what the Liberty must fix to bounce back

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    7 July 2025, 4:26 pm
  • 24 minutes 37 seconds
    S3 Ep.8 Phoenix Pressure Breaks the Liberty

    Felicia and François react to the New York Liberty’s 89–81 loss to the Phoenix Mercury—highlighting the costly turnovers, JJ’s early injury, and the defensive breakdowns that defined the game.

    Topics include:

    • The team’s passing struggles and Phoenix’s perimeter pressure
    • The impact of Jonquel Jones' injury 
    • The Liberty's efforts on the defensive end
    • Breanna Stewart’s offensive fire in the third quarter 
    • Satou Sabally and Alyssa Thomas dominating in the fourth
    • What the Liberty need to fix before heading out West

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    20 June 2025, 9:00 am
  • 26 minutes 16 seconds
    S3 Ep.7 Heart of a Champion

    Felicia and François break down the New York Liberty’s 86–81 comeback win over the Atlanta Dream. After a rough first half, the Liberty flipped the switch in the third and showed their championship grit.

    Topics include:

    • Atlanta’s offensive threats and the challenges they created

    • Defensive breakdowns and lack of communication early on

    • Jaylyn Sherrod’s spark off the bench in the third quarter

    • Breanna Stewart at the 3 spot and her two-way impact

    • Sabrina Ionescu’s scoring takeover and clutch performance

    • Solid minutes from Nyara Sabally and Jonquel Jones

    • Marine Johannès and Natasha Cloud bouncing back in the second half

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    18 June 2025, 4:04 pm
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