• 38 minutes 57 seconds
    ‘I Don’t Shut Up Now’ with Hal Hershfelt

    Washington Spirit midfielder Hal Hershfelt joins Sarah to discuss her drag debut, a wheelbarrow of fish, her winding path to soccer stardom, and whether or not it’s jinx-y when her teammates talk about how much they wanna play in the NWSL Championship at their home stadium. Plus, Atlanta shows up, long-time-no-Pou, and bending the rules of attendance records. 

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    23 October 2026, 8:15 am
  • 45 minutes
    From President to Commish? With Nneka Ogwumike

    Sarah sat down with WNBA legend Nneka Ogwumike this week as part of the Women’s Sports Foundation’s annual Athlete Leadership Connection event. They discuss why Nneka’s not *really* retired, her proudest moment as a WNBA player and leader, and the question everyone is asking: Will she go from Madame President to Commissioner Ogwumike? Plus, Nneka names a woman, we’re asking for earnestness, and Halloween and Gay S***.

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    22 October 2026, 8:10 am
  • 27 minutes 15 seconds
    Saving Your Sister’s Life with Kendall and Elle Schara

    College volleyball players (and sisters!) Kendall and Elle Schara join Sarah to discuss how a diagnosis upended Kendall’s world, Elle’s life-saving donation, and the work that went into getting back on the volleyball court this season. Plus, a request for a vagueposting moratorium.

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    21 October 2026, 8:15 am
  • 37 minutes 57 seconds
    Hoops and Boats and Gay S*** with Big Citrus

    It’s time for another Big Citrus women’s sports potluck! On the menu today: Producer Alex has a spicy main, Bianca’s got a sweet dessert, and Sarah brought a regional dish from Chicago. (No, it’s not a green bean casserole.) Plus, thick skin to the front, the end is near, and a win streak for the record books. 

    • The NCAA volleyball committee’s in-season top-16 list is here 
    • Read Giri Nathan’s original story on Christine Brennan here, and the follow up from editors Samer Kalaf and Tom Ley here 
    • The WNBA Finals schedule and results are here 
    • Read Elina Svitolina’s Instagram post here 
    • The petition calling on the Illinois High School Association to reconsider moving the girls’ state wrestling tournament from an arena to a high school gym is here 
    • You can now WATCH Sarah’s interviews! Subscribe to @iHeartWomensSports on YouTube and check out the Good Game playlist here
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    20 October 2026, 8:10 am
  • 41 minutes 40 seconds
    Rooting for Seven with Alexa Philippou

    ESPN basketball reporter Alexa Philippou joins Sarah to discuss the WNBA Finals. They talk about the Golden State Valkyries’ game one win over the Atlanta Dream, what Angel Reese and company need to do to win game two, and how things might shift when the series heads to Atlanta. Plus a delayed return, backflipping on the world stage, and trading places down the stretch. 

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    19 October 2026, 8:15 am
  • 38 minutes 11 seconds
    A Stadium to Call Their Own with Avi Greene and Asrat Alemu

    Architect Avi Greene and sports investor Asrat Alemu join Sarah to discuss their respective roles in bringing to life new facilities built specifically for women’s sports, how the Kansas City Current serves as a model for other franchises, and the way architecture and design impact everything from performance on the field to fan experience. Plus, the shield is in sight, signing the union cards, and this one’s for the girls.

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    16 October 2026, 8:15 am
  • 37 minutes 53 seconds
    Taking Stories Home with Molly Hensley-Clancy

    ProPublica investigative reporter Molly Hensley-Clancy joins Sarah to discuss the outstanding work she did for The Washington Post exposing abuse in the NWSL, the focus of her current work at ProPublica, and her latest bombshell reporting on the AAU and youth sports. Plus, the Dream is getting bigger, Momma Mal gets on the board, and two leagues, one cup. 

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    15 October 2026, 8:10 am
  • 34 minutes 5 seconds
    Taking Men’s Crowns with Laini Bones

    Cyclist and viral Instagrammer Laini Multer (aka Laini Bones) joins Sarah to discuss taking over the internet one men’s Strava record at a time. They talk about her athletic beginnings, the time she fangirled a gold medalist mid-race, and the most unhinged comments she’s received for taking men’s cycling crowns. Plus, good reads from a pair of big brains.

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    14 October 2026, 8:15 am
  • 42 minutes 51 seconds
    Gimme, Gimme, Gimme The Basketball with Betsy Riley

    NBC Sports Coordinating Producer Betsy Riley joins Sarah to discuss bringing the WNBA back to the network after a 24-year hiatus, how she’s preparing for the upcoming WNBA Finals, and what it’s really like inside the truck during a broadcast. Plus, progress in a loss, movement at the deadline, and everyone watches women’s sports – well, at least everyone who can get in the building.

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    13 October 2026, 8:15 am
  • 49 minutes 31 seconds
    Multitasking in the Best Way with Kara Lawson

    Duke women’s basketball and Team USA head coach Kara Lawson joins Sarah to talk about leading the national team to gold at the FIBA World Cup, how she stays locked in and ignores outside noise, and why her Duke team is still a bit of an unknown as the NCAA season nears. Plus, a dramatic reading, 100 MILL-ion dollars, and we’ve got a Fever that won’t come down. 

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    9 October 2026, 8:15 am
  • 39 minutes 3 seconds
    Not On Adam Silver’s Speed Dial with Sandy Brondello

    Toronto Tempo head coach Sandy Brondello joins Sarah to discuss coaching the WNBA’s only Canadian team in its inaugural season, how she’s handling not making the postseason for the first time in 13 years, and her tips for future expansion teams. Then, she gives her scouting report on the four remaining teams in the playoffs. Plus, stats that tell the story, a veteran follows an itch, and stars – they’re just like us!

    • Listen to Sarah’s pre-season interview with Sandy Brondello from November 2025 here
    • Check out the Sports Business Journal story on WNBA attendance here
    • Read Jeff Kassouf’s ESPN story about how Emma Hayes is integrating Ashley Sanchez into the USWNT roster here
    • Listen to Mikaela Shiffrin’s podcast episode about her “exploration season” here
    • Follow Toronto Tempo players on Instagram! Nyara Sabally can be found here, Marina Mabrey is here, Brittney Sykes is here, and Aneesah Morrow is here
    • Follow the “Boohalla” fan account here
    • Vote for Good Game for The Signal Awards here
    • You can now WATCH Sarah’s interviews! Subscribe to @iHeartWomensSports on YouTube and check out the Good Game playlist here
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    8 October 2026, 8:10 am
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