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The GIST of It

The GIST of It
PWHL
NWSL
Hockey Canada
College Football Playoff
Women's Soccer
NFL
Mental Health
Sophia Smith
2024 Summer Olympics
WNBA
NFL Postseason
Australian Open
FIFA Women's World Cup
Corey Perry
Florida State Seminoles
Christine Sinclair
Grant Thornton Invitational
LPGA
PGA
Michele Kang

The GIST of It is a twice-weekly podcast on what’s going on in the sports world. Hosts Ellen Hyslop and Stephanie Rotz discuss current sports topics and how they intersect with pop culture and social issues, covering everything from major league season previews to calling out the sexist BS we see in sports daily. Expect a hilarious yet informative conversation with a refreshing female perspective ... more

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Pass the thermometer.

It’s time for a temperature check. Today’s episode of The GIST of It is a tale of three AFC teams — the Buffalo Bills, Indianapolis Colts, and Kansas City Chiefs — who have traveled very different paths this season. With just f... more

Let’s kick it!

Welcome to our exciting new series, She’s Not Next She’s Now. We’ll dig into eight different new and emerging women’s sports, discussing the history of how we got here, the current state of the game, and what comes next. And it’s not ... more

Vroom, vroom.

The 2025 Formula 1 season is coming down to the wire: After an uncharacteristically slow start, Red Bull’s Max Verstappen has stormed back and is threatening to derail McLaren’s World Drivers’ Championship dreams. Is Verstappen’s stunn... more

A moment for the champions.

Gotham FC star Jaedyn Shaw is in the house, and she has stories to share. On today’s episode of The GIST of It, Shaw sits down with The GIST’s Associate Managing Editor Lauren Tuiskula to spill the tea on Gotham’s NWSL Ch... more

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Recent Guests

Jaedyn Shaw
Star midfielder for Gotham FC, NWSL Championship winner
Gotham FC
Episode: Ep #513: NWSL star shares Jaedyn Shaw shares Gotham FC’s surprising anthem
Jordan Larson
Four-time Olympian and legendary Nebraska volleyball player
Episode: She’s Not Next, She’s Now: The GIST of Pro Women’s Indoor Volleyball
Jordan Thompson
AU volleyball champion and Olympian
League One Volleyball Houston
Episode: She’s Not Next, She’s Now: The GIST of Pro Women’s Indoor Volleyball
Stephanie Martin
Chief Marketing and Communications Officer at League One Volleyball
League One Volleyball
Episode: She’s Not Next, She’s Now: The GIST of Pro Women’s Indoor Volleyball
Carolina P
Huge volleyball fan and member of The GIST Plus community
The GIST Plus
Episode: She’s Not Next, She’s Now: The GIST of Pro Women’s Indoor Volleyball
Jordan Poulter
Two-time Olympian and League One Volleyball player
Episode: She’s Not Next, She’s Now: The GIST of Pro Women’s Indoor Volleyball
Kay Adams
Football analyst and host of Up and Adams
FanDuel
Episode: Ep #512: Kay Adams reads the NFL Thanksgiving crystal ball
Amy Scheer
PWHL Senior VP of Business Operations
PWHL
Episode: She’s Not Next, She’s Now: The GIST of Pro Women’s Hockey
Hilary Knight
Living legend, Seattle Torrent star, Team USA captain
Episode: She’s Not Next, She’s Now: The GIST of Pro Women’s Hockey

Hosts

Ellen Hyslop
Co-host offering a lively take on sports and societal issues with an emphasis on women's sports.
Stephanie Rotz
Co-host known for engaging discussions that bridge the gap between sports and pop culture.

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 886 ratings
  • Need more in-depth coverage

    As someone who is not a self-described sports fanatic but enjoys watching sports and keeps up with the major events, I love having this podcast to turn to for quick updates. I would love to see more in-depth coverage of the major issues and for the interviews with sports stars to be longer and more in-depth. I just listened to the Napheesa Collier one and both Napheesa and interviewer Lauren are amazing, but I was just left wanting more. These don’t feel like answers that only the Gist can get o... more

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    magz_dancer_120
    Canadaa year ago
  • My fave!

    I love the Gist pod. Its like hanging out with my besties although I’m old enough to be their Auntie.

    Ellen and Steph get me. I find myself replying to their takes out loud as I listen and they just seem like they are having fun. And they are 🇨🇦.

    Come to Vancouver to meet up when the Rise kick off!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    @613sportschick
    Canadaa year ago
  • Love this!

    I’ve loved to watch and read about sports for a long time but never listen or talk about them - til now. These 2 hosts are funny, informative, knowledgeable, keep current, and really bring an extra level of understanding to all sports, with a special focus on Womens teams!

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    LE 93
    United Statesa year ago
  • Get jazzed up for your day!

    I used to listen to 4 different sports podcasts, but was frustrated that all the news coverage and commentary was on men’s sports. At best, one story (out of dozens) per week would have been related to women’s sports. The gist covers sports of all genders!

    And…I 🩷 their jingle. GIST - Please play the whole thing at the end of each episode. It gives me the right boost to start my day! (The shortened jingle misses some of the pump up!)

    Keep up the great work, and continue growing sports fans fo... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Honkil
    United Statesa year ago
  • My favorite sports podcast

    Absolutely my favorite way to hear about different sports topics. They do a great job of giving you the “gist” of many different sports, leagues, and events.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    RadiJoActive
    United States2 years ago

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The hosts are praised for their entertaining yet informative style, making sports accessible to both casual and devoted fans.
Listeners appreciate the unique take on sports that intersects with social issues and pop culture, often emphasizing the importance of women's representation in sports.
Some audience feedback suggests a desire for deeper, more extensive coverage of specific topics, particularly interviews with athletes.

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Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

Ep #513: NWSL star shares Jaedyn Shaw shares Gotham FC’s surprising anthem
Q: What has it been like seeing the rise of women's soccer in the NWSL?
Jaedyn noted that the league is experiencing significant growth, with improvements in facilities, increased tournament play, and expanding seasons.
Ep #513: NWSL star shares Jaedyn Shaw shares Gotham FC’s surprising anthem
Q: What was it like to make that switch in the middle of the season to Gotham FC?
Jaedyn shared that she had tactical meetings with the staff and quickly built chemistry with her new teammates.
Ep #513: NWSL star shares Jaedyn Shaw shares Gotham FC’s surprising anthem
Q: What is it about that pressure moment? How do you thrive under pressure like that?
Jaedyn attributes her success in pressure moments to her preparation and confidence through the hard work she has put in.
Ep #512: Kay Adams reads the NFL Thanksgiving crystal ball
Q: What is your Super Bowl prediction?
Kay predicts the Rams and Patriots could be in the Super Bowl, leaning on their strong performances this season.
Ep #510: A’ja Wilson shares her dream CBA
Q: What does a supportive CBA look like for you? What are you anticipating is going to happen in this offseason?
The biggest thing is matching the revenue share and putting money in our pockets, ensuring a great workspace for each team.

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Recent guests on The GIST of It include:

1. Jaedyn Shaw
2. Jordan Larson
3. Jordan Thompson
4. Stephanie Martin
5. Carolina P
6. Jordan Poulter
7. Kay Adams
8. Amy Scheer

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