June 30, 2022
Hope you’re ready for a footy fiesta because today’s episode of The GIST of It is all about two major upcoming women’s soccer events — the CONCACAF W Championship (featuring the USWNT and CanWNT) and the Women’s Euro. Co-hosts Ellen Hyslop and Steph Rotz will breakdown everything you need to know before these BFD tournaments kick off next week.
Then after the break, El and Steph detail an important update to the ongoing story of Hockey Canada’s (mis)handling of sexual assault allegations.* Thanks for tuning in.
*Content warning: Today’s episode does include mention of sexual assault. Please take care while listening.
Show notes:
CONCACAF W Championship Schedule
Women’s Euro Schedule
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June 23, 2022
Today marks the 50th anniversary of Title IX — the U.S. legislation which gave female athletes the right to equal opportunity in sports. So, today’s episode of The GIST of It is a celebration of the landmark law and its impact on women’s sports. Co-hosts Ellen Hyslop and Steph Rotz will discuss what Title IX covers exactly, a few of the trailblazers who paved the way in women’s sports and what the next 50 years under Title IX might look like. Cue that confetti.
And a big thanks to today’s sponsor, Sonos. With completely customizable sound, Sonos is revolutionizing the home sound system. The Sonos Ray soundbar is a total gamechanger and only takes a few minutes to set up AND syncs directly to your TV remote, no stress. Check out the Sonos Ray soundbar online at sonos.com and hear the difference for yourself.
*Content warning: Today’s episode does include mention of sexual assault. Please take care while listening.
Show notes:
Power Plays report on Racism’s central role in WNBA coverage
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June 14, 2022
It’s been a busy stretch in the sports world, so today’s episode of The GIST of It has a little bit of everything. First, co-hosts Ellen Hyslop and Steph Rotz discuss the future of the NCAA softball Women’s College World Series (WCWS) tournament given recent controversy surrounding the state of Oklahoma’s anti-choice legislation. Will the tourney remain in its famed Oklahoma City–based stadium or is it time for a change in venue?
Then after the break, it’s preview time! The Stanley Cup Final begins tomorrow night, so El and Steph have everything you need to know about this high-powered battle of the elements between the Colorado Avalanche and the two-time defending champion Tampa Bay Lightning. Thanks for tuning in!
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June 9, 2022
Happy Friday Jr.!
Buckle up, because today’s episode of The GIST of It is a doozy. Today marks the start of LIV Golf, a Saudi Arabian–backed event intended to rival the PGA tour. But the event is in the headlines for all the wrong reasons with allegations of sportswashing thanks to Saudi Arabia’s atrocious human rights record. Co-hosts Ellen and Steph will break it all down.
Then after the break, we have a major update to an important story — approximately 90 survivors of sexual abuse by former Team USA Gymnastics doctor Larry Nassar are seeking $1 billion from the FBI for the organization’s failure to intervene.*
*Content warning: Today’s episode does include mention of sexual assault. Please take care while listening.
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June 7, 2022
Hi there!
Queue up Rihanna because today’s episode of The GIST of It is all about the fight for equal pay in soccer. After the CanMNT refused to play their World Cup tuneup match on Sunday due to a dispute over player compensation, co-hosts El and Steph detail the ongoing situation then discuss how it’s all impacting the CanWNT and women’s soccer as a whole.
Then it’s time for not one, but two infuriating WTF moments, both related to sports and Pride Month. Thanks for tuning in!
Show notes:
CanMNT letter re: their demands
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June 2, 2022
It’s great to be back with another episode of The GIST of It, especially during such an exciting time in the sports world. The French Open, the NCAA softball Women’s College World Series, the NBA Finals — co-hosts El and Steph have your complete guide to all of the action before a jam-packed weekend.
And stick around after the break for an update to a complicated but important story out of the WNBA surrounding LA Sparks star Liz Cambage. Thanks for tuning in!
Show notes:
Women’s College World Series Special Edition Preview
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May 24, 2022
Today’s episode of The GIST of It is about a topic far too often discussed on the pod — racism in sports. Co-hosts Ellen and Steph detail two infuriating incidents from the weekend — one in the MLB, one in the NHL — then take a trip across the pond to consider actual solutions to this pervasive problem. Thanks for tuning in!
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