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July 29, 2025Travis’ Engagement Era, Jokic’s Horse Girl Energy, and Bend It Like Beckham’s Back
This episode of Well Played was recorded before a shooting in New York City on Monday in which the NFL headquarters may have been the target. Police say a gunman armed with a long gun killed at least five people in a Manhattan office building, including himself.
While a motive has not been confirmed, authorities say a note found in the shooter’s wallet referenced the brain disease CTE. We want to note that week’s episode includes conversations about football and the NFL that were recorded prior to news of the shooting.

Mr. Taylor Swift – aka Travis Kelce – singlehandedly brought us Christmas in July with a 13-photo Instagram dump featuring mostly him and Taylor. Blake and Caroline discuss deeply important info about the couple, including thoughts on Travis losing his 90s heartthrob hair, their potential engagement era, and Travis’ cameo in Happy Gilmore 2. Meanwhile, Sophie Cunningham shared the punishment she received for telling refs how she really feels about them via TikTok.
In this episode of Well Played, we also cover:
Freaking out over Hailee Steinfeld mentioning Well Played in her newsletter, Beau Society

Who’s backing up Micah Parsons for being Jerry Jones’ public enemy of the week

Nikola Jokic proving he’s just a horse-lover who happens to be great at basketball

What Bend It Like Beckham and the NWSL have in common
Blake’s IG: @blaaakkkke
Caroline’s IG: @cghendy
theSkimm’s IG: @theskimm
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July 22, 2025Caitlin Claps Back, Happy Gilmore Returns, and a Very Hailee Hard Knocks
The WNBA All Stars made a statement with just six words on a black shirt that read, “Pay Us What You Owe Us.” The tension continues to mount between the league and its players, who are asking for better pay and work conditions in their new CBA. But after an awkward press conference – where one All Star threw another under the bus – fans were left wondering what the strategy is and how they’ll accomplish it without some solidarity.
In this episode of Well Played, we also cover:
A long recap of Caroline’s wedding and mini-moon and an even longer recap about Blake’s trip to the All Star Game

The real story behind the Paige Bueckers and Azzi Fudd hard launch

Which celebs – and how many – make a cameo in the Happy Gilmore sequel

Why the Bills were chosen for Hard Knocks despite having a great record

Where A’ja Wilson keeps her Olympic gold medals, a year out from the Paris Olympics
Blake’s IG: @blaaakkkke
Caroline’s IG: @cghendy
theSkimm’s IG: @theskimm

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July 15, 2025Meg thee Stallion Cuffs Klay, Sinner and Świątek Slay, and Tobin Heath’s Next Play
Meg thee Stallion is the newest NBA WAG. While we love to see our girl happy, we’re a little concerned about what it all means for Hot Girl Summer going forward. Across the pond, Swiatek and Sinner swept the Wimby finals, and the Royal family got first-row seats to the action…except for seven-year-old Prince Louis, who respectfully declined to show face. He’s not beating the iPad kid allegations.
In this episode of Well Played, we also cover:
A quick intro about our guest host, Greydy Diaz

WNBA 🤝NWSL – the women hoopers investing in a different ball-game

Which Wimbledon celebs in attendance we’d want to sit next to

Whether Olivia Culpo’s maternity hospital bag was over-the-top

What it would take for Luka Doncic to hang out with us
Greydy’s IG: @greydydiaz
Blake’s IG: @blaaakkkke
theSkimm’s IG: @theskimm

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July 09, 2025Courting Season at Wimbledon, Burrow’s Batmobile Reversal, and Live Tasting the Strawberry Pasta
Wimbledon’s serving more than just tennis. Celebs donned their Wimbledon whites while several top-seeded players bid us a “pip-pip cheerio” in early exits. Only three Americans remain, including Ben Shelton, who’s racking up wins and admirers – just ask Trinity Rodman. In other tennis news, Iga Swiatek shared her favorite post-game meal of strawberry and sour cream pasta. Naturally, Blake and Caroline had to try it live.
In this episode of Well Played, we also cover:
The literal bloody hell moment one celeb had in her Wimbledon whites

Which WNBA legend is set to get the first-of-its-kind statue made of her

The real reason why Joe Burrow paused his $3 million Batmobile order

Why renting out a French chatêau couldn’t get Stefon Diggs out of the dog house

How Chicago Cubs fans made it clear they’re not members of Alex Cooper’s “Daddy Gang”
Blake’s IG: @blaaakkkke
Caroline’s IG: @cghendy
theSkimm’s IG: @theskimm

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47min
July 01, 2025LeBron’s Farewell Tour, Brady-Sweeney Sweetness, and the WNBA Expands
This week in Pretty Boys of the NFL, Tom Brady apparently hit it off with Sydney Sweeney at the Bezos-Sànchez wedding across the pond in Venice. Blake begs the very important question — can Tom Brady even flirt? Back home, Tight End University kicked off, where players came for the football and stayed for an impromptu Taylor Swift concert. Thanks, Travis.
In this episode of Well Played, we also cover:
A recap of our time in the Stubhub suite for a recent Liberty game

Kelsey Plum sharing the real reason many WNBA stars are in a shooting slump

Ben Shelton confirming what Caroline knew to be true – butter yellow is in

The prettiest boy in the NFL who refused to play because it was “too cold”

How we want to see sporty enemies squash the beef, à la Coco and Aryna
Blake’s IG: @blaaakkkke
Caroline’s IG: @cghendy
theSkimm’s IG: @theskimm
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58min
June 24, 2025Paige and Azzi Hard Launch, OKC’s Gen Z Kings, and Aaron Rodgers’ (Fake) Marriage
It was a winning week for Gen-Z ballers. Paige Bueckers and Azzi Fudd finally hard-launched their relationship on Instagram after months of speculation. Then, the Oklahoma City Thunder won the NBA Championship with an average roster age of 24.7. Subtract a couple of pandemic years (girl math), and they’re basically 22. Their post-win celebration? Let's just say it reflected their age.
In this episode of Well Played, we also cover:
The only woman who could get Stephen A. Smith to… stop talking

How Sophie Cunningham stood on business — and what it reveals about WNBA reffing

Tom Brady proving yet again that he’s the GOAT at Fanatics Fest

How Kylie Kelce plans to help Dawn Staley’s post-coaching dreams come true

Shai Gilgeous-Alexander shows why he’s league *and* dad MVP after Game 7
Blake’s IG: @blaaakkkke
Caroline’s IG: @cghendy
theSkimm’s IG: @theskimm

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49min
June 17, 2025Emma Watson’s Sporty Second Act, Caitlin and Tyrese are Besties, and the Kelces Land in Cannes
Emma Watson swapped scripts for sports on a certain Oxford University athletic team. Caroline has some words for her, if that gives you any clue about which sport it is. Also across the pond, the Kelce boys take Cannes Lions Festival to talk about the success of their podcast, New Heights. But the real star of the show? The outfit Jason wore in his panel there.The dad vibes are strong with this one.
In this episode of Well Played, we also cover:
How the midwest brought Caitlin Clark and Tyrese Haliburton to BFF status

The impact Clark’s injury absence had on WNBA viewership

Our inaugural “Pretty Boys of the NFL” segment, ft. Jalen Hurts’ second wedding, Joe Burrow’s thirst traps (debatable) and the Kelce bros in France

Why Tyreek Hill and Noah Lyles need couples therapy

How JJ Spaun came back from a late-night parenting emergency to win the US Open
Blake’s IG: @blaaakkkke
Caroline’s IG: @cghendy
theSkimm’s IG: @theskimm
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June 10, 2025Coco Manifests a Victory, Alex Cooper Tells All, and Olympian Laurie Hernandez Stops By the Studio
Coco Gauff made history with her victory at Roland Garross, despite controversial comments from her opponent after the match. And did you see her tiny trophy - what was that all about? Meanwhile, Alex Cooper’s new documentary dropped and her story from playing soccer in college is worth hearing.
In this episode of Well Played, we also cover:
Carlos Alcaraz matching Rafa Nadal’s championship pace

Aaron Rodgers signed with the Steelers, but his ring finger is what has us talking

The WNBA initiative that’s spreading across the country

Our new partnership with the NWSL

Laurie Hernandez dishes on her time as an Olympic athlete and how she learned to put her mental health first
Blake’s IG: @blaaakkkke
Caroline’s IG: @cghendy
theSkimm’s IG: @theskimm

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56min
June 03, 2025Cardi B Diggs a New Man, Kylie’s Kourtside Curse, and Josh Allen Finally Gets His Ring
Patriots wide receiver Stefon Diggs was caught on video giving a mysterious bag of pink powder to women on a yacht – and he still managed to hard launch on IG with Cardi B. Meanwhile, the Sports Illustrated Swimsuit Runway Show featured some of our favorite athletes – hi, Jordan Chiles – and one of the most infamous Housewives of the wine-mom variety.
In this episode of Well Played, we also cover:
Who’s taking the post-Knicks loss harder, Samantha Jones or Kylie Jenner?

The certifiably most random celeb spotting at the Allen-Steinfeld wedding

Why OKC + Indiana’s short commute could bring better balling in the finals

A major investment in women’s sports from Major League Baseball

Why our curse-watch is on for Saquon Barkley post-Madden cover debut
Blake’s IG: @blaaakkkke
Caroline’s IG: @cghendy
theSkimm’s IG: @theskimm

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45min
May 27, 2025Caitlin’s Billion Dollar Play, Aura Farming the Knicks, and Ilona Maher Joins the Chat
After the Knicks stumbled in the Eastern Conference Finals, we have just one question: is Timothée Chalamet okay? From Haliburton’s choke celly to KAT’s revenge tour, the NBA playoffs are delivering. Blake and Caroline chat about all the sports today (yes, even ultramarathons) and are joined virtually by Ilona Maher to talk rugby, body acceptance, being chronically online.
In this episode of Well Played, we also cover:
Why Shai Gilgeous-Alexander is making Caroline’s “Mount Rushmore of Perfect Husbands”

The one very important thing Coco Gauff forgot to bring to her French Open match

How the Colts’ owner set his daughters up for franchise takeover

The mom who’s reminding us that athleticism doesn’t stop where motherhood begins

How Ilona Maher really feels about being the face of American women’s rugby
Ilona’s IG: @ilonamaher
Ilona’s Podcast: @houseofmaher
Blake’s IG: @blaaakkkke
Caroline’s IG: @cghendy
theSkimm’s IG: @theskimm

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50min

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