Seerat is joined by Ben Pickman of The Athletic to discuss the ongoing CBA negotiations, highlighting the challenges and potential outcomes. They explore the historical context of past agreements, the current state of negotiations, and the implications for the league's future. They also discuss the Team USA minicamp, where young talents like Caitlin Clark and Paige Bueckers are making waves.

(00:00) Intro

(23:10) Roster updates

(38:52) Team USA minicamp

Host: Seerat Sohi

Guest: Ben Pickman

Senior Producer: Steve Ahlman

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In this very special episode, Seerat is joined by Andrew Haubner of No Cap Space to discuss the ascent of A'ja Wilson to Time Magazine's Athlete of the Year. Later, they chat about the ACC/SEC Challenge drama. Later, Iowa State star Audi Crooks joins the show to talk about her journey as a college athlete, delving into how she navigates the challenges of fame and her experience with personal growth, and later touching on the importance of mental health.

(00:00) Intro

(00:10) Andrew Haubner

(53:00) Audi Crooks

Host: Seerat Sohi

Guests: Andrew Haubner and Audi Crooks

Producers: Steve Ahlman and Benjamin Cruz

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Seerat is joined by Maitreyi Anantharaman to discuss the evolving landscape of women's basketball, focusing on the WNBA's recent CBA negotiations, salary proposals, and the implications for players. They also talk about the importance of transparency regarding housing and contract terms. They also discuss the rise of the "athlete-influencer" in the WNBA, and finish off with a dive into some recent happenings in college basketball to see what the new crop of pro prospects may have in store.

(00:00) Intro

(01:11) CBA Updates

(24:43) Housing in the CBA

(40:24) The Athlete-Influencer Era

(47:00) College Hoops Updates

Host: Seerat Sohi

Guest: Maitreyi Anantharaman

Senior Producer: Steve Ahlman

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Seerat sits down with Texas Longhorns guard Rori Harmon to discuss her basketball journey, including her relationship with coach Vic Schaefer and the challenges of stepping into a senior leadership role. Rori reflects on her recovery from ACL surgery and her massive MVP ring before opening up about her perfectionism, personal growth, and future aspirations, plus the importance of authenticity and vulnerability in telling her story.

Host: Seerat Sohi
Guest: Rori Harmon
Producer: Devon Renaldo

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Seerat and Tyler DeLuca of No Cap Space discuss the results and implications of the recent WNBA draft lottery, focusing on the Dallas Wings' back-to-back number one picks. They also break down where the likes of Azzi Fudd, Lauren Betts, and many more could end up.

Intro (00:00)

Lotto results (1:08)

Minnesota is in a great spot (15:16)

What about Lauren Betts? (24:21)

What is Washington to do? (37:41)

Poor Chicago (49:21)

Host: Seerat Sohi

Guest: Tyler DeLuca

Senior Producer: Steve Ahlman

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Seerat is back with Andrew Haubner of No Cap Space to talk about the latest developments in the WNBA's labor negotiations, and the progress they are making to prevent a lockout. Also, they discuss major draft prospects and teams to watch on the women's college basketball scene, and which players can't be missed.

(00:00) Intro

(04:07) CBA Progress

(32:39) New NCAA Heat

Host: Seerat Sohi

Guest: Andrew Haubner

Senior Producer: Steve Ahlman

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Seerat sits down with author Theresa Runstedtler to discuss the current state of the CBA negotiations and the historical parallels to the NBA in the 1970s. They explore the importance of revenue sharing for players, the emergence of Unrivaled as a new model for player ownership, and the cultural impact of women's sports.

CBA negotiations and revenue-sharing dynamics (02:57)

Historical parallels in leadership between the NBA and the WNBA (20:29)

Players making the case for more revenue sharing (28:13)

Major legal implications of the new CBA (49:19)

Host: Seerat Sohi

Guest: Theresa Runstedtler

Senior Producer: Steve Ahlman

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Seerat is joined by author and former Ringer staff writer Shea Serrano to talk about his new book, 'Expensive Basketball,' and to discuss his love for the Aces, as well as some of the most expensive moments from this past season!

Host: Seerat Sohi
Guest: Shea Serrano
Senior Producer: Steve Ahlman

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Seerat is joined by ESPN's Katie Barnes to discuss the new WNBA champions (02:17). They also discuss what A'ja Wilson was able to achieve in the series, and what the Aces organization will look like after this championship run (8:14).

And don't forget to check out Seerat's new piece about The W's future on TheRinger.com.

Host: Seerat Sohi
Guest: Katie Barnes
Senior Producer: Steve Ahlman

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Seerat is joined by Sabreena Merchant of The Athletic to break down just why the Aces are dominating this series and what hope, if any, the Mercury have to recover.

Host: Seerat Sohi
Guest: Sabreena Merchant
Senior Producer: Steve Ahlman

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