This episode recaps the inaugural 2026 NCAA Women’s National Wrestling Championship where McKendree State claimed the first-ever team title, with Iowa finishing as runner-up, and highlights the growth and top programs in collegiate women’s wrestling.

It also explains ESPN’s new Women’s Sports Sundays primetime slot—why it was created, what leagues and sports it aims to showcase, and hopes for broad, inclusive coverage of women’s athletics.

Finally, the show covers the big fight news: pioneers Ronda Rousey and Gina Carano are coming out of retirement for the bout that should’ve happened over a decade ago, promoted under MVP and airing on Netflix.

Stay tuned to the Match Up/Mack Truck Podcast for more reactions, interviews, and coverage.

The 2026 Winter Olympics wrap with Norway topping the medal table and U.S. women claiming the majority of Team USA's golds, highlighted by Alysa Liu's comeback in women's figure skating and standout performances across events.

Controversy erupts after a White House phone call from President Trump to the U.S. men's hockey team—comments about inviting the women's team led to the women declining the invitation and sparked national debate.

Clarissa Shields retains her undisputed heavyweight boxing title, and the Mack Truck Podcast returns from hiatus to unpack these stories and more in women's sports, culture, and combat sports.

With 22 days until MLB opening day, the Mack Truck Podcast breaks down the Seahawks' Super Bowl victory, the controversy over Bad Bunny’s Spanish-language halftime performance and the prerecorded All-American alternative show, big MLB free-agent moves, and NBA legend Chris Paul announcing his retirement.

Lindsey Vonn’s Olympic run may be over after a serious crash and a series of surgeries. The WNBA and its players are locked in tense CBA negotiations over salaries, revenue sharing, housing and player protections — with a possible work stoppage looming. Plus, college softball is back with early season rankings and top teams to watch.

Mack breaks down a packed episode: the unexpected Super Bowl matchup between Sam Darnold and Drake Maye , plus full conference championship results. We recap UFC 324 — the landmark Paramount+ numbered card, its standout performances and controversial decisions — and preview tonight's huge boxing and MMA nights, including Teofimo Lopez vs. Shakur Stevenson and UFC 325 headlined by Alexander Volkanovski vs. Diego Lopez. Also discussed: the surprising Hall of Fame first-ballot snub of Bill Belichick and questions about the voting committee.

Host Mack returns to break down a packed episode: Indiana’s surprising 16-0 run to the 2026 college football national title, the Mendoza vs. Carson Beck postgame controversy, and the importance of sportsmanship.

We preview UFC 324 on Paramount Plus with highlights of the main card—Gaethje vs. Pimblett, O’Malley vs. Song Yadong—and note the late co-main change and Kayla Harrison’s surgery.

The show also recaps a wild NFL divisional round—Broncos overtime win and Bo Nix’s season-ending ankle injury, the 49ers-Seahawks blowout, Texans-Patriots surprise, Rams-Bears OT thriller—and previews the conference championship matchups.

The Mack Truck Podcast covers the fiery second season of Unrivaled—WNBA stars using their platforms, bold protests, and fast-paced 3-on-3 play—plus team and player stat breakdowns.

The episode also reviews January's standout women's college basketball moments, key players and teams, and the approaching Olympics that further spotlight female athletes.

Trae Young is the new face of the Washington Wizards after a blockbuster move, the Memphis Grizzlies may be entertaining offers for Ja Morant, and the college football semifinals delivered huge drama and controversial calls.

Meanwhile, women's sports are exploding in popularity—with record viewership, revenue growth, and new cultural momentum from stars and packed arenas.

MackTruck breaks down a blockbuster sports week: Myles Garrett sets the single‑season sack record, multiple NFL head coaches and GMs are fired, and NFL front offices scramble. The episode covers the latest coaching shakeups, team struggles, and draft implications.

Also discussed: Draymond Green’s ejection and NBA officiating drama, plus Holly Holm’s return to boxing and Amanda Serrano’s title win. Quick takes, hot opinions, and the MackTruck perspective on all the headlines.