We Need To Talk NOW

We Need To Talk NOW

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We Need To Talk NOW episodes

  • WNBA Playoffs Previews and Predictions: Aces vs. Storm is POPCORN viewing + WNBA Awards PICKS I WNTT Now

    The WNBA playoffs are HERE and Alicia Jay and Erica Ayala are previewing EACH of the four first-round matchups. PLUS they give their picks for WNBA Awards and give an update on the CBA negotiations.

    (0:00) Intro

    (1:01) Minnesota Lynx vs. Golden State Valkyries: A Lynx Sweep?

    (8:58) Las Vegas Aces vs. Seattle Storm: Jewell Loyd Takes on Former Team

    (15:12) Atlanta Dream vs. Indiana Fever: A Dream Season For One, But Not For All

    (19:47) Phoenix Mercury vs. New York Liberty: Can the Mercury Move Past Sandy Brondello?

    (28:07) WNBA Awards PICKS: Veronica Burton, Paige Bueckers and MORE

    (43:26) WNBA CBA Update: Can a Deal Get Done Before the Deadline?

    51 min
  • Angel Reese FIASCO Continues: The Chicago Sky Have a HISTORY of Driving Out Top Talent I WNTT Now

    Is there any path forward between Angel Reese and the Chicago Sky? Alicia Jay and Erica Ayala dive into potential trade rumors around the Sky star, what to look for on the FINAL day of the WNBA regular season and MORE.

    (0:00) Intro
    (1:40) Is the Sky falling in Chicago?

    (8:30) Unrivaled's stock is RISING

    (10:24) Why we NEED Seattle vs. Minnesota in the first round of the WNBA playoffs
    (20:56) Our Guarantee: THIS surprise team is going to shock everyone to win the WNBA title
    (29:27) Breaking down the MVP debate
    (38:23) Maya Moore recreated Michael Jordan photo ahead of Hall of Fame induction ... and it's EVEN MORE ICONIC!!!

    44 min
  • 'Stand on Business:' Why Angel Reese wasn't wrong in criticisms of Chicago Sky organization I WNTTN

    Was Angel Reese WRONG about what she said about the Chicago Sky? Alicia Jay, Ashley Nicole Moss  and Terrika Foster-Brasby break it down while getting into some of their favorite storylines of this WNBA season, the US Open and MORE.


    (0:00) Intro

    (0:54) Angel Reese issues apology to teammates but NOT Chicago Sky organization

    (9:07) Playoffs & Predictions: Breaking down the FINAL week of the WNBA regular season

    (20:44) Give Tina Charles her flowers!!!

    (31:20) Naomi Osaka's US Open run is one to remember + Taylor Townsend stood on BUSINESS

    (38:25) We Need To Talk About ... Pumpkin Spice Lattes

    45 min
  • WNBA Vibe Check: A'ja Wilson, Aces are SURGING thanks to THIS surprise player I WNTTN

    Could the Aces once again be WNBA title contenders? Alicia Jay and Ashley Nicole Moss are joined by Erica Ayala to break it all down PLUS talk a little US Open, NWSL and MORE.

    (0:00) Intro: Thanks for 100k!!!
    (3:51) Vibe Check: The Las Vegas Aces are Alright (and were we WRONG?)
    (18:20) Is Naomi Osaka BACK after Coco Gauff win?
    (27:45) Cynthia Cooper connects us with her gamechangers
    (47:46) We Need To Talk About ... Melon Balls and the Utah Royal's KK Ream

    59 min
  • 'She Reminds Me of Me' Cynthia Cooper PRAISES Angel Reese + What she LOVES about A'ja Wilson I WNTTN

    WNBA legend Cynthia Cooper stops by the pod to talk about ALL THINGS WNBA, including Paige Bueckers' rookie season, whether she wants to see Caitlin Clark back this season PLUS what player inspired her in HER career.

    (0:00) Intro
    (1:50) On A'ja Wilson's greatness, Paige Bueckers' career + more
    (6:27) Making the decision to play in the WNBA and making an impact as a rookie
    (13:50) On Cheryl Miller deserving a statue at USC, who she thinks should next receive a statue in the WNBA
    (22:16) Cynthia Cooper's advice for Caitlin Clark in injury-ridden season
    (26:50) The importance of inspiring and encouraging the next generation
    (31:40) How Cheryl Miller, A'ja Wilson and Angel Reese have inspired Cynthia Cooper

    37 min
  • What Caitlin Clark's signature shoe MEANS for the WNBA + Picks for MVP, MIP, Sixth Player and MORE

    Does everyone TRULY watch women's sports? Caitlin Clark's INFLUENCE on the WNBA is undeniable, while A'ja Wilson's continues to grow and women's sports is on the way UP. Alicia Jay and Ashley Nicole Moss are joined by Erica Ayala on this week's episode to talk ALL THINGS WNBA, US Open and MORE.


    (0:00) Intro

    (0:57) A'ja Wilson has INFLUENCE + Caitlin Clark reveals signature logo

    (12:11) 2-minute drill: WNBA Awards, Venus Williams and making a case for Alyssa Thomas for MVP

    (22:55) From Althea Gibson to the NWSL, women are making HISTORY

    (32:00) Connecticut Sun sale: Should there be concerns around WNBA expansion?

    (36:05) Taylor Townsend sends Jelena Ostapenko PACKING but not without some DRAMA

    45 min
  • Is Paige Bueckers putting together one of the GREATEST rookie seasons in WNBA history? I WNTTN

    Paige Bueckers is proving she is HER. Plus, who should be the NEXT WNBA player to get a statue after Sue Bird, and should the Indiana Fever bring Caitlin Clark back this season?  @ItsAshleyNicoleMoss  is joined by Erica Ayala to break it down.

    (0:00) Intro
    (1:29) Paige Bueckers is a BUCKET for Dallas (plus STOP pitting her and Caitlin Clark against each other)
    (9:41) Why Sue Bird was the RIGHT choice for the WNBA's first statue
    (17:47) Should a league MVP be determined by a team’s play?
    (24:05) The Indiana Fever's injury bug woes worsen
    (30:32) NFL teams under fire for male cheerleaders ... and everyone needs to CHILL OUT

    40 min

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CBS Sports' groundbreaking women-focused brand We Need To Talk is launching a podcast. Get your weekly sports and culture fix with Alicia Jay and Erica Ayala. They will cover the top news in…

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