The GIST of It Podcast

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.
Record-breaking WNBA updates & the latest on Tua TagovailoaRecord-breaking WNBA updates & the latest on Tua Tagovailoa

Hello hello!

We have one up and one down on today’s episode of The GIST of It as co-hosts Ellen Hyslop and Steph Rotz discuss a record-setting stretch in the WNBA before pivoting to the latest regarding Miami Dolphins quarterback Tua Tagovailoa, who suffered his third diagnosed concussion in two years during last week’s Thursday Night Football game.

El and Steph start off on the court, chatting about the records set by Las Vegas Aces superstar and MVP frontrunner A’ja Wilson and Rookie of the Year favorite, the Indiana Fever’s Caitlin Clark. The gals also lay out the massive playoff implications heading into the final week of the regular season.

Then in part two, El and Steph head over to the gridiron to dig into the latest surrounding Dolphins signal caller Tua Tagovailoa amid calls for him to retire following yet another scary hit.

A big thank you to our friends at Aflac for powering today’s episode! Just like The GIST tackles the gap in women’s sports coverage, Aflac closes the gap that health insurance leaves behind. Learn more at aflac.com/thegist.

NFL off-field updates & Solheim Cup previewNFL off-field updates & Solheim Cup preview

Hi there!

On today’s episode of The GIST of It, co-hosts Ellen Hyslop and Steph Rotz dive into two complex NFL headlines. First, El and Steph revisit the lawsuit against Cleveland Browns quarterback Deshaun Watson, who was recently accused of sexual assault after facing 26 civil suits accusing him of sexual misconduct.

El and Steph also discuss the developing story regarding the police detainment of Miami Dolphins wide receiver Tyreek Hill and two of his teammates ahead of last Sunday’s game. The incident has come under serious scrutiny.

Then in part two, the gals preview the 19th edition of the Solheim Cup where the top women golfers in the U.S. and Europe will be facing off in Virginia as Team USA looks to take back the trophy and Team Europe chases a four peat. Who’s ready for the tee?

A big thank you to our friends at Aflac for powering today’s episode! Just like The GIST tackles the gap in women’s sports coverage, Aflac closes the gap that health insurance leaves behind. Learn more at aflac.com/thegist.

DeShaun Watson suit, PWHL drops new logos and team names & wrapping up the ParalympicsDeShaun Watson suit, PWHL drops new logos and team names & wrapping up the Paralympics

Puck yeah!

On today’s episode of The GIST of It, co-hosts Ellen Hyslop and Steph Rotz discuss the latest updates from the PWHL after the league officially dropped new names and logos for all six teams on Monday. The fresh designs are exciting, but there’s even more to be hyped about heading into the PWHL’s sophomore season.

Then in part two, El and Steph review the records and historic wins coming out of the 2024 Paris Paralympics. And the athletes weren’t the only ones going for world records: viewership numbers were through the roof, too. Magnifique.

A big thank you to our friends at Aflac for powering today’s episode! Just like The GIST tackles the gap in women’s sports coverage, Aflac closes the gap that health insurance leaves behind. Learn more at aflac.com/thegist.