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September 03, 2025

USC Annenberg report illustrates how athlete media economy has ample room for women

Yesterday, USC Annenberg published a first-of-its-kind report on the athlete-owned media economy. It identifies movers and shakers in the space, but also notes the gap between men and women athletes — women were featured in only 22% of the athlete-owned podcasts analyzed.

October 10, 2025

New Snapchat data confirms the power and influence of women athletes on social media

Last week, Snapchat teamed up with marketing agency Dentsu and research firm Ipsos to publish insights on the consumption of women’s sports, especially among frequent Snapchat users. The app surveyed over 13K sports fans across seven countries, including India and Australia, and uncovered what daily Snapchat users had to say about women’s sports.

October 10, 2025

Toronto Blue Jays eliminate NY Yankees, reach first ALCS since 2016

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Pop those bottles and queue up Frank Sinatra — the Toronto Blue Jays are heading to the American League Championship Series (ALCS) for the first time since 2016 after eliminating the NY Yankees on Wednesday. With their ALCS opponent still TBD, let’s recap the Jays’ team effort that has them just four wins away from a World Series appearance.

October 10, 2025

Las Vegas Aces on the cusp of third WNBA title in four years

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The WNBA expanded its Finals to a best-of-seven series, but it looks like the Las Vegas Aces might not need the extra games after taking a commanding 3-0 lead with Wednesday’s 90–88 win over the Phoenix Mercury. Ahead of tonight’s potentially series-ending Game 4 in Arizona, let’s revisit an absolutely thrilling Game 3 before pondering two pressing questions as the playoffs enter their final act.

October 10, 2025

👀 What Athlos is, and why it’s different

Athlos NYC 2025 is putting track & field in the spotlight

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The second annual Athlos NYC, a women’s-only track & field meet featuring some of the speediest and strongest competitors in the world, begins tonight. You know the drill — today’s newsletter will cover what makes Athlos so unique, the can’t-miss events, and the athletes to watch. Take your mark.

October 09, 2025

Rebel Girls announces new family-friendly sports program with Swerve Sports

Today, girls empowerment platform Rebel Girls (RG) announced a new partnership with Swerve Sports, a FAST channel dedicated to women’s sports that’s available in 80% of U.S. and Canadian households. Together, the partnership will create Rebel Girl Sports Hour, a first-of-its-kind kids and family program for women’s sports that will air under its Rebel Girls Sport vertical.

October 08, 2025

Sports News

No. 1 England and No. 2 Canada collide in World Cup final

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September 26, 2025

Thirty thrilling matches later, the record-breaking stage is set for tomorrow’s 11 a.m. ET Women’s Rugby World Cup championship match between world No. 1 England and No. 2 Canada. An immovable object meeting an unstoppable force? We’re so ready to ruck and roll.

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The GIST of It Podcast

Ep #499

Is LeBron James teasing retirement or taco Tuesday?

October 07, 2025

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Is LeBron James teasing retirement or taco Tuesday?

All hoops, all the time.

The WNBA Finals are in full swing, which means The GIST of It co-hosts Ellen Hyslop and Steph Rotz were ready to break down what to expect in Game 3, now that the Las Vegas Aces hold a two-game lead over the Phoenix Mercury…but then LeBron James tweeted. Is the King retiring? Or is he trolling with another clever marketing campaign? Hear the gals’ thoughts on all the above today.

A big thank you to our friends at DoorDash for sponsoring today’s pod. DoorDash is launching a brand new platform called BRING IT IN that’s dedicated to championing women’s sports. The goal is to showcase more women’s games to fans just like you, while providing local restaurants with access to opportunities usually reserved for big sponsors. To celebrate, DoorDash wants to give you up to 30% off during the WNBA Finals. Just head to the link in the shownotes, download the DoorDash app, and start thinking about your next game-day meal.