Full Circle

In this episode of Full Circle, Lexie and Mariah sit down with WNBA superstar Diamond DeShields. Lexie and Diamond throw it back to their AAU days, dive deep into Diamond’s decision to transfer from North Carolina to Tennessee, and her bold choice to go pro early. The three get real about the state of women’s college basketball today, the game-changing impact of NIL deals, and the whirlwind world of the transfer portal. Plus, Diamond shares insights about her new team, the Connecticut Sun, and excitement of being part of a rebuild. Tune in next week to hear more basketball — no filter, all facts. 

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In this episode of Full Circle, Lexie and Mariah talk through the first weekend of March Madness, highlighting standout performances, upsets, and defensive prowess of teams like Duke and Tennessee. They launch into Holly Rowe’s commentary during the USC game, Cam Newton's post on women's basketball rivalries and the problematic narrative of “good” versus “bad” girls when discussing female athletes. Plus, they have some ~ thoughts on Fox Sports list of top 10 women's college basketball players. Tune in next week to hear more basketball by the girls, for the girls.

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On this episode of Full Circle, Lexie Brown and Mariah Rose break down the aftermath of Selection Sunday and dive into the top seeds and potential matchups in the women’s NCAA Tournament. The duo discuss their disappointment in how their interview with an NBA show was clipped for social media, plus Lexie announces her decision to step away from X. They also take a deep dive into the future of NCAA stars, speculating on who’s set to shine later this month. And don’t miss their thoughts on Natasha Cloud’s move to the New York Liberty. Tune in next week to hear more basketball by the girls, for the girls.

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On this episode of Full Circle, Lexie Brown and Mariah Rose are joined by Duke legend and Chicago Sky star, Elizabeth Williams! Elizabeth talks about her activism in 2020, and the trio discusses how women in the WNBA are leading the way on social issues. They dive into the growth of women’s basketball, the impact of NIL, and the importance of fan engagement. Plus, Elizabeth gives us the lowdown on the United College Athletes Association and its mission to amplify and protect college athletes. And of course, don’t miss Lexie, Mariah and Elizabeth’s hot takes on who’s going all the way in the Final Four! Tune in next week to hear more basketball by the girls, for the girls.

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On this episode of Full Circle, Lexie Brown and Mariah Rose catch up after the conclusion of AU and Lexie’s rowdy final night in Nashville. Since you don’t need to buy tomatoes to send hate anymore, Lexie and Mariah want to encourage everyone to find some friends to share your grievances with and stay out of people’s comment sections. In the meantime, Lexie and Mariah still love Drake, and Lexie gets a taste of misplaced and unsolicited hate. Tune in next week to hear more basketball by the girls, for the girls.

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In their first-ever live recording of Full Circle, Lexie Brown and Mariah Rose invite a whole crew of women to join them on stage at the National Museum of African American Music down in Nashville. Special guests include Taj Cole discussing growth in Athletes Unlimited, Vanderbilt's Khamil Pierre and Mikayla Blakes on their college journeys, and WNBA champs, Sydney Colson and Theresa Plaisance, on their camaraderie and larger impact on the league. Lexie and Mariah talk NIL deals, team dynamics, and the evolving landscape of women's basketball. Tune in next week to hear more basketball by the girls, for the girls.

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In this episode of Full Circle, Lexie Brown and Mariah Rose catch up on their very, eventful weekends. Lexie shares how she found out about her trade to Seattle, what this could mean for her career going forward in the W and generally how she’s feeling about this big shift to the Storm. Just back from the West Coast, Mariah fills us in on all the antics from NBA All-Star Weekend. We hear about the dancing robots at half-time, Dame's 3-point shoot off with a fan and confusion surrounding why the audience expects such a serious All-Star game. Tune in next week to hear more basketball by the girls, for the girls.

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In this episode of Full Circle, Lexie and Mariah sit down with Terri Jackson, the Executive Director of the Women's National Basketball Players Association. They dive into Terri’s journey with the player's union, how she prepared for this role, the trials and tribulations of CBA negotiations, and why backing player moms and retirees is a must. The three break down the top priorities for players heading into CBA discussions, the misconceptions surrounding new leagues like AU and Unrivaled, and what the WNBA could look like in the next decade. Tune in next week to hear more basketball by the girls, for the girls.

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On this episode of Full Circle, Lexie and Mariah have LOTS to talk about. They discuss trades, team strategy and outstanding question marks as WNBA Free Agency comes to a close. There’s the promise of LA getting a practice facility, the hype around building a championship team in Indiana and what the future looks like for the Connecticut Sun. Plus, Lexie and Mariah's thoughts on the Luka trade... Tune in next week to hear more basketball by the girls, for the girls.

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On this episode of Full Circle, Lexie and Mariah have all the Late January Women’s basketball updates, and things are heating up! The two talk about Unrivaled, how uptempo  the games are, how good it looks on TV and we even get Lexie’s power rankings. Players have arrived in Nashville and are preparing for AU, which begins February. 5th

The two talk through WNBA Free Agency and help walk us through how it all works and who we might expect to see moving as February approaches… And finally, Lexie gives a shout out to some of her must watch players in college. Tune in next week to hear more basketball by the girls, for the girls.

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