Beyond the Bleachers

Beyond the Bleachers

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Beyond the Bleachers episodes

  • WNBA 2024 Season Week 1 + Hot Topics

    It’s Aces vs everybody every week this season as we introduce our highlight segment this season. We also had to rattle off on some hot topics that we could not pass on discussing. Plus, our breakout games include an impressive show by the Connecticut Sun and a double overtime featuring the Seattle Storm and the Minnesota Lynx. 


    Be sure to follow all the fun on Instagram, TikTok, and YouTube @beyondthebleachers_. For more info about Beyond the Bleachers, head over to their brand new website beyondthebleacherspodcast.com

    58 min
  • Welcome to Season 3: WNBA 24 Season Preview

    We're back for season three and the ladies have missed the Sophisticated Spectators so much! We have a lot to catch up on! Samantha starts by dedicating this episode to the latest player to cross the bridge into retirement...the legend herself Candace Parker. After a brief period of mourning and reminiscing, we share our thoughts on what else has been going on the last three weeks and we're excited to talk through some drama because yall know we have some strong opinions. The regular season is days away at this point and we discuss who's looking great so far and who still needs help.


    Be sure to follow all the fun on Instagram, TikTok, and YouTube @beyondthebleachers_. For more info about Beyond the Bleachers, head over to their brand new website beyondthebleacherspodcast.com

    57 min
  • Season 2 Finale (with special guest Head Coach Meg Barber)

    We're wrapping up season 2 with a very special guest. Coach Meg Barber is the Head Coach of New York University's women's basketball team and this season she led them to an UNDEFEATED SEASON and a NATIONAL CHAMPIONSHIP! Sound familiar?! Samantha has special ties to NYU as it is her alma mater. You won't want to miss what she has to share as she delves deep into her basketball history, including her life as a player and her twenty years of coaching on the Division I and Division III levels. Don't worry, she has not missed a beat since stepping away from coaching Division I Basketball and shares her thoughts on some of NCAA's most outstanding freshman as well as her experiences going head to head with the legendary Coach Geno Auriemma! She also sheds light on how the growth of women's basketball has trickled down to NYU and the school's universal reach has helped her team go global next season.

    Be sure to follow all the fun on Instagram, TikTok, and YouTube @beyondthebleachers_. For more info about Beyond the Bleachers, head over to their brand new website beyondthebleacherspodcast.com

    35 min
  • NCAAWBB Tournament Final Four + National Championship Recap

    We have a new champion! Congrats to the South Carolina Gamecocks on an UNDEFEATED season and taking home the title! This week, we break down the last part of the journey that led to the national title…the Final Four! From record viewership to a controversial call with only seconds to spare, the final three games left no stone unturned. The offense was hot, but it was South Carolina’s defense that had them reigning supreme. 


    Be sure to follow all the fun on Instagram, TikTok, and YouTube @beyondthebleachers_. For more info about Beyond the Bleachers, head over to their brand new website beyondthebleacherspodcast.com

    43 min
  • *Bonus Episode* NCAAWBB Tournament Elite Eight Recap
    We told y’all and we came through with another bonus episode to recap the Elite Eight! We break down all four games and share our thoughts on what the winners need to focus on as they advance to the Final Four! It’s the top two teams in the country facing off against two Cinderella teams…who yall got?!
    Be sure to follow all the fun on Instagram, TikTok, and YouTube @beyondthebleachers_. For more info about Beyond the Bleachers, head over to their brand new website beyondthebleacherspodcast.com
    54 min
  • NCAAWBB Tournament Sweet Sixteen Recap

    It’s oh so sweet to be in the Sweet Sixteen! Hear our recap of the final 16 teams battling it out and which teams made it to the Elite Eight. Of course, it wouldn’t be women’s basketball without a little ridiculous drama right?! We catch you up on what’s been going on outside the games as well. Also, be on the lookout for a BONUS EPISODE coming out again this week to recap the Elite Eight!


    Be sure to follow all the fun on Instagram, TikTok, and YouTube @beyondthebleachers_. For more info about Beyond the Bleachers, head over to their brand new website beyondthebleacherspodcast.com


    48 min
  • *Bonus Episode* NCAAWBB Tournament Round 2 Recap
    Bonus episode! That’s right folks, you’re getting a double dose of your favorite Sophisticated Spectators as we recap round two of the NCAAWBB Tournament! Find out which teams and players impressed us, who has disappointed us, and who’s locked in the Sweet 16! 
    Be sure to follow all the fun on Instagram, TikTok, and YouTube @beyondthebleachers_. For more info about Beyond the Bleachers, head over to their brand new website beyondthebleacherspodcast.com
    49 min
  • NCAAWBB Tournament Round 1 Recap
    Round one of the tournament did not give us the multitude of upsets that we wanted, in its place we’ve had career highs, standout performances, devastating losses, and noteworthy wins. We’re talking about them this week! 
    Be sure to follow all the fun on Instagram, TikTok, and YouTube @beyondthebleachers_. For more info about Beyond the Bleachers, head over to their brand new website beyondthebleacherspodcast.com
    32 min
  • NCAAWBB Tournament Preview

    The NCAAWBB Tournament is finally here! It’s March Madness!!!!! Who’s in and who’s out?! We break down the first round and give some predictions. Also, make sure you check our socials this week to join our bracket competition!


    Be sure to follow all the fun on Instagram, TikTok, and YouTube @beyondthebleachers_. For more info about Beyond the Bleachers, head over to their brand new website beyondthebleacherspodcast.com

    46 min
  • NCAAWBB Week 17 Recap + A'ja Wilson's Newest Project

    The NCAA regular season has come to a close but the highlights are still coming, including one from a senior out of Syracuse. Maryland and South Carolina are looking to make a huge impact in their conference tournaments. Also, the ladies discuss A’ja Wilson’s new (New York Times best selling) book “Dear Black Girls”. If you have not read it yet, please pick up a copy and treat yourself. You will not be disappointed. Plus, there was a storm in Oklahoma last week and the ladies were ready to talk all about it. 


    Be sure to follow all the fun on Instagram, TikTok, and YouTube @beyondthebleachers_. For more info about Beyond the Bleachers, head over to their brand new website beyondthebleacherspodcast.com

    51 min

About Beyond the Bleachers

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A weekly podcast about all things women’s basketball led by two fiercely honest and opinionated women