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CBS Sports' groundbreaking women-focused brand We Need To Talk is launching a podcast. Get your weekly sports and culture fix with Ashley Nicole Moss and Alicia Jay. They will cover the top news in sports, with an emphasis on female athletes and women making waves across the industry.

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Latest Episodes

Can UConn go undefeated? And who could be the player of the year? Alicia Jay and Erica L. Ayala break it all down on this week's episode.

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(0:55) Audi Crooks LEADS NPOY conversation

(6:07) Jazzy Davidson is the BEST freshman in the cou... more

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Which teams have surprised us the MOST one month into the WCBB season? Alicia Jay and Erica L. Ayala break it down, give their updated Final Four predictions and MORE.

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(1:19) How long is it acceptable to eat leftovers?

(4:57) Make your case: Texas should be the No. 1 team in the country

(10:47) Is UCLA as dominant as they were?

(14:28) Mind your business: Janiah Barker, UCLA moment OVERBLOWN

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(2:34) WNBA Draft Lottery Explainer: How Minnesota ended up at No. 2, Washington Mystics have bright future

(7:50) The Chicago Sky's draft outlook is a MESS

(15:11) Why the WNBA having NO Black women head coaches is a PROBLEM

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Isabel Gonzalez
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Episode: Why UConn will go UNDEFEATED + BOLDEST Predictions, Players to Watch I WCBB Season Preview
Madison Keys
American tennis star and 2025 Australian Open champion.
Episode: Who are best women's college basketball players in history? + Madison Keys talks Australian open win and MORE
Kate Courtney
World Championship cyclist and mountain biker
Episode: Why Angel Reese makes SENSE for Victoria’s Secret + Chloe Kitts injury is a BLOW for South Carolina
Ty Carter
WNBA analyst and insider
Episode: A’ja Wilson, Aces among Comets, Lynx as a DYNASTY + How Phoenix could battle back in Game 4 I WNBA Finals
A'ja Wilson
Three-time WNBA MVP and two-time WNBA champion
Las Vegas Aces
Episode: A'ja Wilson gets real about the Aces' win streak, the next generation of WNBA players + MORE I WNTTN
Gabby Williams
Seattle Storm player and defensive specialist
Seattle Storm
Episode: 'WNBA isn't enticing enough:' Gabby Williams opens up about WNBA CBA negotiations, defense and MORE
Erica L. Ayala
Sports journalist and WNBA analyst
SiriusXM
Episode: WNBA Vibe Check: A'ja Wilson, Aces are SURGING thanks to THIS surprise player I WNTTN
Cynthia Cooper
WNBA legend and four-time champion
WNBA
Episode: 'She Reminds Me of Me' Cynthia Cooper PRAISES Angel Reese + What she LOVES about A'ja Wilson I WNTTN
Jennie Finch
Softball legend and advocate for young female athletes
Episode: Softball LEGEND Jennie Finch says Caitlin Clark, Angel Reese among FAVORITE woman athletes I WNTTN

Hosts

Alicia Jay
Host of the show, sports commentator, and advocate for women in sports. Known for her engaging discussions and analytical insights. She brings expertise from her work with CBS Sports.
Erica L. Ayala
Co-host and sports commentator with a focus on women's sports and advocacy. She contributes a wealth of knowledge and perspective on ongoing sports issues.
Ashley Nicole Moss
Co-host and commentator passionate about women's sports and culture. She engages with listeners through discussions that highlight underrepresented athletes.

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 35 ratings
  • Great content!

    I love listening to this podcast. Very heavily WNBA focus, but they do cover a lot of other women’s sports that don’t get wide coverage.

    But guys, FIX THE SOUND!!

    I have to turn the volume way up to hear the show and then the volume of the commercials is so much higher that I often have to pull out my earbuds.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    PhillyScienceGuy
    United States4 months ago
  • Good pod that always leaves me wanting more from it

    I tune in when I run out of Her Hoops Stats content to listen to. So I admit I’m not a regular listener, but I think my feedback can still help make this podcast better. I want to like this podcast more than I actually find myself able to like it. If you’re a women’s college basketball fan, you can get the same insights and more from Her Hoops, whose hosts are also more careful and logical in their analysis than this podcast sometimes is. I hate to say it, but sometimes I feel like this podcast ... more

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    3
    USCLadyGamecocksFan
    United States9 months ago
  • We Need To Talk Now About This Podcast

    5/5, hosts are funny, knowledge, fair, and balanced. I have enjoyed their episodes and I hope it continues weekly, please do twice a week especially during the college season if possible. Now about the question that was posed in the last episode, the WNBA should expand to Des Moines Iowa in my opinion!

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    4
    ill1971
    United States2 years ago

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Content is perceived as fun and engaging, with hosts being relatable and knowledgeable.
Listeners appreciate the focused commentary on women's sports and the representation of female athletes.
Some feedback indicates a desire for deeper analysis in discussions, particularly around women's college basketball.
Overall, the podcast garners a strong following, with fans eager for more frequent episodes, especially during busy sports seasons.

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Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

Brandi Chastain, Briana Scurry call out NWSL salary cap, open up about USWNT 1999 World Cup win
Q: How did you carry the weight? What was the main thing that helped you during that time?
I focused on what I could control and my performance as a goalkeeper.
Who are best women's college basketball players in history? + Madison Keys talks Australian open win and MORE
Q: What was the breakthrough to win the Australian Open?
Madison Keys credited enjoying herself and changing her mental approach for her success in winning the Australian Open.
Why Angel Reese makes SENSE for Victoria’s Secret + Chloe Kitts injury is a BLOW for South Carolina
Q: How do you feel like you've grown since the first time, the first world title versus the second one?
Kate Courtney expresses that there were ups and downs over seven years, leading to a better understanding of her strengths as an athlete, which helped her leverage those strengths to win her second title.
WNBA Finals Preview: Which Players NEED to Step Up for Aces, Mercury + Napheesa Collier Just CHANGED the WNBA
Q: Which players do you think on both teams are going to be instrumental in them winning the finals?
Players like Asia Wilson and Alyssa Thomas are essential for their teams. Additionally, players like Chelsea Gray for the Aces and Sami Whitcomb for the Mercury need to step up.
WNBA Finals: Dana Evans goes OFF + What went WRONG for Phoenix I Aces vs. Mercury Reaction
Q: Do you believe Phoenix will win game two to even the series?
No, it seems unlikely due to the current confidence level of the Aces and the uncertainty regarding Alyssa Thomas' injury.

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Focusing on women's sports, this podcast highlights notable events, achievements, and personalities in athletics, providing a platform for underrepresented voices in the sports industry. The hosts share insights on a variety of topics, including women's college basketball and the WNBA, along with cultural discussions surrounding female athletes. The blend of analysis, new talents, and critical conversations surrounding gender representation in sports sets this podcast apart, making it a must-listen for fans interested in the progress and challenges faced by women in athletics.

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Recent guests on We Need To Talk NOW include:

1. Isabel Gonzalez
2. Madison Keys
3. Kate Courtney
4. Ty Carter
5. A'ja Wilson
6. Gabby Williams
7. Erica L. Ayala
8. Cynthia Cooper

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