Welcome back to Babes 'n' Sports, with your hosts, longtime sports babes and mamas Jamie Hersch and Tory Zawacki Roy.

In this week’s episode, Jamie and Tory catch up on the chaos of life lately—from travel nightmares and spring break realities to the small moments that help us slow down and reconnect as families.

The conversation then turns to a topic that resonates across every industry: how to “keep the blinders on” in a world driven by comparison. Jamie and Tory open up about the pressures of social media, the constant pull to measure yourself against others, and the practice it takes to stay focused on your own path. From mindset shifts to personal mantras, they share honest, relatable strategies for navigating ambition, motherhood, and career without losing yourself in the noise.

The episode closes with a heartfelt tribute to beloved hockey journalist Jessi Pierce, reflecting on her impact, her authenticity, and the legacy she leaves behind. Jamie shares personal memories, while both hosts honor Jessi’s passion for the game, her dedication to uplifting women in sports, and the deep love she had for her family.

To support Jessi's family, please visit their GoFundMe page here:

https://www.gofundme.com/f/support-mike-hinrichs-after-losing-jessi-pierce-children

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Welcome back to Babes 'n' Sports, with your hosts, longtime sports babes and mamas Jamie Hersch and Tory Zawacki Roy.

This week, College GameDay's Jen Lada joins the pod to reflect on her journey from covering local sports in Wisconsin as a single mom to navigating the weekly college football grind with three kids at home. 

Jamie shares highlights from her family’s recent trip to Zion National Park and why stepping away from the daily routine can help the whole family reset. Tory and Jen also dive into the challenge — and reward — of long-form storytelling in sports, and how motherhood shapes the way they tell the most meaningful, heart-tugging stories.

Just another week with your mom friends… but make it sports.

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Welcome back to Babes 'n' Sports, with your hosts, longtime sports babes and mamas Jamie Hersch and Tory Zawacki Roy.

This week, Emmy nominated reporter and host Jenny Dell joins the pod, opening up about the emotional rollercoaster of her fertility journey, highlighting the importance of community support and transparency. 

She also reflects on her unexpected career path from a production assistant to an on-air talent, emphasizing the value of understanding the production side of broadcasting.

Just another week with your mom friends… but make it sports.

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Welcome back to Babes 'n' Sports, with your hosts, longtime sports babes and mamas Jamie Hersch and Tory Zawacki Roy.

This week, Jamie and Tory start the second season of the pod leaning into what they know best - babes and sports. Special guest Sherree Burruss of the NFL Network breaking down for us all things NFL playoffs - and managing her crazy schedule with two kids under five. 

Just another week with your mom friends… but make it sports.

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Welcome back to Babes 'n' Sports, with your hosts, longtime sports babes and mamas Jamie Hersch and Tory Zawacki Roy.

The babes have been away for a bit, but this episode reminds Jamie and Tory why they love doing this show. 

Recording together in person for the first time in New York City, they dive into the holiday spirit, talk honestly about balancing work travel during the chaotic holiday season, and open up about the traditions that keep them grounded. 

Don't worry - longer conversations with EVEN MORE guests from throughout the sports industry are coming up. Happy Holidays mamas, we missed you. 

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Welcome back to Babes 'n' Sports, with your hosts, longtime sports babes and mamas Jamie Hersch and Tory Zawacki Roy.

This week, ESPN Monday Night Countdown features reporter Michelle Beisner-Buck joins the pod to discuss life on the road during football season while juggling quality time with her twin boys, Blake and Wyatt.

Jamie opens up about moments on the road when she’s felt especially vulnerable — and Michelle shares a hilarious observation from her boys. Plus, the babes discuss the value in keeping things real when it comes to career advice... and don't miss the backstory behind Jamie's infamous Tupac Shakur yoga pants.

Just another week with your mom friends… but make it sports.

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Welcome back to Babes 'n' Sports, with your hosts, longtime sports babes and mamas Jamie Hersch and Tory Zawacki Roy.

This week, we welcome ESPN and ACC Network college football reporter Andrea Adelson, who shares her take on the latest ACC standings—and the unique challenge of covering new conference members Stanford, Cal, and SMU while juggling life as a mom of two.

Together, the ladies dive into what real support looks like in sports media—and how confidence can come from experience, encouragement from colleagues, or even unexpected allies like coaches and players. Tory reflects on her time covering Patriots coach Mike Vrabel, while Jamie recalls her early days on the sports beat in Madison, Wisconsin.

Just another week with your mom friends, but make it sports. 

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Welcome back to Babes 'n' Sports, with your hosts, longtime sports babes and mamas Jamie Hersch and Tory Zawacki Roy.

This week, the babes share personal stories about adapting to unexpected  changes, the importance of community support and self-care while working on the road.

Plus, we brought in advice from some heavy hitters - mamas Serena Williams, Candace Parker, and Kerri Walsh Jennings — who share what it really means to chase greatness while raising a family.

Just another week with your mom friends, but make it sports. 

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Welcome back to Babes 'n' Sports, with your hosts, longtime sports babes and mamas Jamie Hersch and Tory Zawacki Roy.

This week, as Jamie gears up for double duty with the NWSL and NHL, the babes catch up with Houston Astros sideline reporter Julia Morales—who gets real about her career path, her motherhood journey, and how she’s feeling about Houston sitting out this year’s postseason.

Julia shares how she’s managed to crush it in sports broadcasting and launch a clothing line and write a children’s book, and the exciting, ever-growing presence of women across the industry. In this week's Mom-Barrassing Moment of the Week, Tory and Julia have their own versions of wardrobe malfunctions. (Yikes!) Just another week with your mom friends, but make it sports. 

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Welcome back to Babes 'n' Sports, with your hosts, longtime sports babes and mamas Jamie Hersch and Tory Zawacki Roy.

This week, Jamie returns to the ice as the Las Vegas Golden Knights’ ringside reporter while Tory checks in from Philadelphia with the reigning Super Bowl champion Eagles. Together, they dive into a candid conversation about knowing your worth, navigating tough negotiations in the workplace, and the confidence it takes to stand your ground.

And of course, Mom-Barrassing Moment of the Week is back! Tory unintentionally earns a reputation in the soccer mom community, while Jamie shares her daughter’s brutally honest reaction to seeing her all glammed up—a reminder of the many emotions tied to our makeup-free moments.

Just another week with your mom friends, but make it sports. 

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