Hello, Hola, Salut!

Content warning: This episode contains mention of sexual misconduct.

Today on The GIST of It, co-hosts Ellen Hyslop and Steph Rotz discuss the biggest story in pro football and the men’s and women’s big wins in World Cup fútbol.

First, the gals start with this weekend’s notorious NFL game that will see Deshaun Watson back on the gridiron for the first time after serving his paltry 11-game suspension for sexual misconduct. Watson will take the field for the Cleveland Browns for the first time as they play his former team, the Texans, in Houston on Sunday.

Then El and Steph head over to the World Cup to discuss the shocks and surprises from the tournament’s group play so far, as well as the women making history on and off the men’s FIFA pitch.



Show notes:

Ep #195: WTF Thursday: NFL chaos and LIV golf controversy

Ep #192: WTFs all around: ESPN’s controversial snubs and a Deshaun Watson update

Ep #185: The hits keep coming: The latest on Deshaun Watson

Ep #160: “Never shocked, always disappointed” — the Deshaun Watson Trade

Ep #158: Deshaun Watson grand jury decision

Ep #122: The latest WTF updates: Deshaun Watson and the Chicago Blackhawks

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Long time no talk!

Content warning: This episode contains mention of suicide and sexual assault.

On today’s episode of The GIST of It, co-hosts Ellen Hyslop and Steph Rotz are heading back to school to discuss two major stories from college sports. They’ll start in women’s basketball where squads competed in a hotel ballroom over the weekend, notably without EMTs present. Wish we were kidding.

Then after the break, the gals discuss a layered, heartbreaking story out of Stanford. Last week, the parents of late women’s soccer goalie Katie Meyer filed a wrongful death lawsuit against the institution. El and Steph break down all the details before zooming out to discuss institutional failure at large.

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Show notes:

Disparity in college basketball set-ups

Lindsay Gibbs’ Power Plays newsletter on feast week

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Hello!

The men’s FIFA World Cup is officially underway and, though we’re just three days in, it’s already a disaster. On today’s episode of The GIST of It, co-hosts Ellen Hyslop and Steph Rotz detail the series of unfortunate events from opening weekend, spanning a last minute reversal on beer sales to cracking down on athlete protest. It’s giving Fyre Fest.

Thank you to Sonos for sponsoring today’s episode! You love them, we love them, and now you can give the gift of quality sound to everyone on your list this holiday season. Learn more about their simple to set up and easy to use products at Sonos.com.

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Ep #225: On top of the World (Cup): Everything you need to know before kickoff

Sportswashing Scroll

Sportswashing at the Qatar World Cup Scroll

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Happy Thursday!

And happy (almost) men’s FIFA World Cup kickoff. On today’s episode of The GIST of It, co-hosts Ellen Hyslop and Steph Rotz cover everything you need to know about one of the biggest sporting events in the world.

The gals start things off by chatting about the main story from the tourney — the many controversies surrounding it. Then they pivot to the pitch with a full breakdown on how things work, the top contenders, the players to watch and more. Thanks for kicking it with us.

Thank you to BMO for sponsoring today’s podcast! Before the action begins in Qatar, BMO’s working to grow the game at home in Canada. From partnering with CanMNT star Alphonso Davies to their Women in Soccer Fellowship, BMO’s no stranger to leveling the pitch. Learn more at bmo.com.

Show notes:

Sportswashing Scroll

Sportswashing at the Qatar World Cup Scroll

Alphonso Davies x BMO surprise video

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Hola!

Co-hosts Ellen Hyslop and Steph Rotz are back in your ears with yet another WTF–filled episode of The GIST of It, this time covering NCAA women’s soccer and the NFL.

El and Steph start things off with an enraging story out of Iowa State University, where head women’s soccer coach Matt Fannon was accused of verbal abuse, body shaming and a toxic culture so, of course, the school just extended his contract. Wish we were kidding.

Then the gals head to Washington, D.C., where the attorney general is suing Washington Commanders owner Dan Snyder as well as the league and commissioner Roger Goodell for deceiving residents about the NFL’s investigation into the team’s toxic workplace.

Thank you to Sonos for supporting today’s episode! From co-hosts El and Steph to our The GIST of It listeners, everyone’s getting in on game-changing sound, thanks to Sonos. Start cultivating your unique sound experience today by shopping at Sonos.com.

*Content warning: This episode contains mention of verbal abuse, body shaming and sexual misconduct.


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Steph Rotz and guest host Lauren Tuiskula are back with yet another WTF episode of The GIST of It. The gals begin in Boston, where the NHL’s Bruins are trying to cut ties with defenseman Mitchell Miller after signing him to an entry-level contract despite accounts that he horrifically bullied and assaulted a Black classmate with special needs six years ago.*

Then, after the break, Lauren and Steph head over to the NFL to discuss the recent hiring of ESPN analyst Jeff Saturday, a man with no college or pro coaching experience, as the interim head coach of the Indianapolis Colts. Privilege at its finest.

A big thank you to Sonos for sponsoring today’s episode! Check everyone off your holiday shopping list early by gifting the game-changing sound of Sonos’ speakers! Pick the perfect presents with Sonos’ handy gift guide here: https://www.sonos.com/en-us/gift-guide.

*Content warning: This episode contains mention of racism.


Show notes:

Isaiah Meyer-Crothers statement: https://twitter.com/TheOfficialHDA/status/1590364034213511169?s=20&t=19QBts8R1gxHcRuCTFF2Tg


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Happy hoops season! On today’s episode of The GIST of It, Steph Rotz and guest host Lauren Tuiskula are celebrating with a NCAA women’s basketball season preview.

They’ll discuss the season setup, the top contenders, the players to keep an eye on and more. It’s tip-off time, baby.

Thank you to Nike for supporting today’s episode! Just in time for the start of the new women’s basketball season, Nike teamed up with WNBA and former NCAA standout Elena Delle Donne to create the “Together We Fly” shoe, one of the most inclusive shoes ever, inspired by EDD’s sister who was born with autism and cerebral palsy. Fashionable and functional? We’re obsessed. Shop now at nike.com: https://www.nike.com/t/air-deldon-together-we-fly-basketball-shoes.


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On today’s episode of The GIST of It, co-hosts Ellen Hyslop and Steph Rotz are back with an NBA WTF and an update on the NFL’s Washington Commanders.

First, the gals discuss the Brooklyn Nets’ firing of head coach Steve Nash. Most disturbingly, the top candidate to replace Nash is none other than Boston Celtics suspended head coach Ime Udoka.

Then, Steph and El chat through what we know and, more importantly, what we don’t know about the future of the NFL’s Washington Commanders. While owners Dan and Tanya Snyder announced that they are exploring potential sales, it may or may not mean the pair are actually willing to walk away from the franchise.

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Show notes:

JOINT STATEMENT FROM KYRIE IRVING, BROOKLYN NETS AND ANTI-DEFAMATION LEAGUE: https://www.nba.com/news/joint-statement-from-kyrie-irving-brooklyn-nets-and-anti-defamation-league

Ep #220: House of horrors: Another WTF roundup: https://open.spotify.com/episode/0eGCJrLKskwRNYp4pmWilj?si=a087056ad92540ed

Ep #195: WTF Thursday: NFL chaos and LIV Golf controversy: https://open.spotify.com/episode/5zt4Sb1z2zjkYop1W2xdwb?si=KDiXMqtTSTueHQjEF8WVZQ&nd=1

Co-host Steph Rotz and guest host Lauren Tuiskula are kicking off the new month with yet another WTF–filled episode of The GIST of It.

They’ll start in the NBA, where Brooklyn Nets star Kyrie Irving is making all the wrong headlines after doubling down on his promotion of an antisemitic film and book to his massive social media following last week.

Then, it’s time for another NBA WTF, this one centered around 2021 No. 12 draft pick Joshua Primo, who allegedly exposed himself to multiple women, including a former Spurs female employee. Just awful.

And to close things out, the gals will provide an update to the demise of NFL legend Brett Favre, with new reporting revealing even more damning details in his ongoing welfare scandal.*

Thank you to BMO for sponsoring today’s episode! Through events like KickStart Girls Day and youth camps, BMO’s working to grow the game and help more young people stay involved in sports. You know we love it. Learn more about their essential work at https://www.bmo.com.

*Content warning: This episode mentions antisemitism and sexual misconduct.


Show notes:
History of antisemitism in the NBA: https://www.insider.com/anti-semitism-nba-recent-incidents-player-silence-questions-2020-7

Ep #208: Brett Fraud: An NFL icon's checkered history: https://open.spotify.com/episode/1fAZJdrDzYHSD3r0noqvCD

Alphonso Davies video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=k9ZVLDZqZkw

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On this episode of The GIST of It, co-hosts Ellen Hyslop and Steph Rotz are previewing this weekend’s crowning sports competitions — the start of the World Series and the NWSL Championship game.

First, the gals head to the diamond to chat about the National League champion Philadelphia Phillies and American League champs Houston Astros, who will battle it out for baseball glory beginning on Friday.

Then, El and Steph discuss the last two squads standing in the NWSL postseason, the Kansas City Current and Portland Thorns FC. One of those clubs will hoist the championship trophy this Saturday night.

Helping us on the title-winning route is today’s sponsor, Topps! We’ve teamed up with the collectibles company to demystify the male-dominated industry — learn more with the handy guide in our show notes and start or grow your trading card collection with Topps today: https://topps.com/.


Show notes:

Everything you need to know about trading cards, presented by Topps: https://ca.thegistsports.com/article/0954521c-0076-49ff-9586-d511d5d572a4

Crystal Dunn's game-winning goal against San Diego: https://twitter.com/NWSL/status/1584319329515864064

Ep #213: Player safety under fire: The NFL's concussion protocol and the NWSL investigation: https://open.spotify.com/episode/4KRMpFPWkZSxawoPS6Jkzv?si=7776ec8bc7c048bd

Ep #214: Times, they are a changin': NWSL investigation update and W Series financial woes: https://open.spotify.com/episode/4RXozj1OijAJKmj2Iwa6B2?si=4e1d38433688457b

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