The Pick Up - A WNBA Podcast

Hosts Cathryn & Freddie discuss the Tempo losing 3 in a row during a tough stretch of the season with mounting injuries and the team's seemingly impossible position to overcome without getting players back. Then they get hype for the upcoming Montreal games and the possibility of a new record being set for attendance. Then Marina Mabrey Becomes an ALL STAR! We celebrate her rise, what it took for her to get here, and being the face of a franchise. Follow Us:@thepickupwnbapod@itsme_cathryn@freddierivas / @freddienoelrivas

This week Hosts Cathryn & Freddie discuss the All Star reserve selections and point out some obvious notable players missing. Alyssa Thomas not making the roster despite leading the league in assists, and more players as well. Plus Skyler Diggins puts the Chicago on Blast after being benched for the first time since her rookie season. Who is at fault and does the Sky organization need to step up. Then Chennedy Carter in a shocker, is waived by the Aces. Reports about her not being happy with her role and financial concerns for the Aces reportedly the reason. Then our Badass Player Of The Week, and our FFQ (Freddie's Fun Question) is all about how we would fix or add to the Chicago Sky organization just for All Star. Follow Us@thepickupwnbapod@itsme_cathryn@freddierivas / @freddienoelrivas

This week, Hosts Cathryn and Freddie are joined by a very special guest. Zoe Tzanis, a PhD student at the University of Pittsburgh who has written a study on racism in WNBA media, with a specific focus on the 2024 WNBA Playoffs. There, we discuss and introduce the idea of co-framing to our audience. Great white hope narratives, particularly involving Caitlin Clark. Elaborate on what rhetorical negotiation looks like and how viewers might spot it when they see it. And what is our responsibility as fans of the WNBA? In our FFQ (Freddie's Fun Question), we ask what two players we would want to see unfiltered on television. Link to Study: https://journals.sagepub.com/doi/10.1177/15274764261436364?fbclid=PARlRTSASz8HxleHRuA2FlbQIxMABzcnRjBmFwcF9pZA8xMjQwMjQ1NzQyODc0MTQAAaeOcl-37IoAVn3dZPQi7eQYE2nlzSTHhqHrGw9hNk28vZ1yJCTHCSpLiMf8Nw_aem_nYG3dXhWU_s7aFmqTQqo-QFollow Us@thepickupwnbapod@itsme_cathryn@freddierivas / @freddienoelrivas

This week, Host Cathryn is joined by She's 4 Sports' Ainka Jess to discuss her organization and their work to promote women's sports across Canada. Then they dive into the latest Power Rankings. Who is surprising us in the Month of June, and who has taken an unexpected dip? Then, the Badass Player of The Week and our CQQ (Cathryn's Querky Question), we just celebrated 30 years of the WNBA. What's a sports memory we have from 30 years ago?  Follow Us@thepickupwnbapod@itsme_cathryn@freddierivas / @freddienoelrivas

This week we talk about the Tepmo's losing streak and the unfortunate injury to Brittnay Sykes. How will this impact the team and can they recover? Plus early All Star voting returns aren't looking great, fans gotts step up and more. Plus celebrating the new documentary recently announced about the team. Follow Us@thepickupwnbapod@itsme_cathryn@freddierivas / @freddienoelrivas

This week Hosts Freddie & Cathryn are joined by the Host of The Click Clack Show Lauren Duletzke. We discuss the origins of her show, how she is covering the WNBA and her latest tech product that could be revolutionary for future athletes. Then we discuss the rivalry between Angel Reese and Isabel Harrison after she was ejected from Sunday's game. Then we get into some early hot takes of the season. Each person provides their own spicy bit including are the Lynk as good as we think, what do fans really feel about Caitlin Clark, and more. Then in our FFQ Freddie's Fun Question, we celebrate Ellie The Elephant's birthday and ask how would we celebrate her birthday with an unlimited budget. Follow Us@thepickupwnbapod@itsme_cathryn@freddierivas / @freddienoelrivas

This week hosts Cathryn & Freddie discuss Caitlin Clark clashing with Coach Stephanie White during a game which went viral, and the team meeting that followed. Is there trouble with the Fever and or can they turn things around? Then we Preview The Commissioners Cup. Who is starting off strong in the month of June and who do they see coming out on top? Then the Badass Player of the week and the FFQ (Freddie's Fun Question) Gabby Williams, Sydney Colson and Theresa Plaisance are teaming up for a Romcom film. What WNBA film would they like to see?Follow Us@thepickupwnbapod@itsme_cathryn@freddierivas / @freddienoelrivas

This week on Tempo Check Hosts Cathryn & Freddie discuss the two disappointing losses to Minnesota and Portland, plus the huge win against the sky. The team's defensive woes and their reliance on shooting. Plus Nyara Sabally hits a career high 29 points in 28 minutes puts the team over against the sky, is her production and health going to be sustainable. Then Lexi Held is waived by the team, and Tima Pouye arrives. Follow Us@thepickupwnbapod@itsme_cathryn@freddierivas / @freddienoelrivas