We Need To Talk NOW

We Need To Talk NOW

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We Need To Talk NOW episodes

  • Aces CUT Chennedy Carter: Is she out of chances? + Biggest All-Star snubs, surprises

    Why did the Aces waive Chennedy Carter? And what's going on with Skylar Diggins and the Chicago Sky? Alicia Jay and Erica L. Ayala break down the latest around the WNBA and talk all things All-Star with the reserves being announced.

    0:00 Intro 

    0:45 Chennedy Carter WAIVED in shocking move by the Aces

    4:40 Skylar Diggins saga continues: Tyler Marsh discusses benching decision

    12:16 WNBA All-Star reserves announced: Biggest surprises and snubs

    16:47 Mock drafting WNBA All-Star teams 

    23:25 2-minute drill: Rookies that are making noise

    29:45 Game Preview: Portland Fire at Atlanta Dream

    38:07 Game Preview: New York Liberty vs. Minnesota Lynx 

    45 min
  • WNBA Weekend Recap: Kate Martin SIGNED by Sparks + Is Golden State a CONTENDER?

    How could Kate Martin help the Los Angeles Sparks? And what does Golden State's win over Atlanta say about each team? Alicia Jay and Erica L. Ayala break it all down plus MORE.

    0:00 Intro

    0:27 Kate Martin signed 

    4:30 Is there cause for concern with the Atlanta Dream?

    12:10 Are the Golden State Valkyries a contender? 

    22:20 WNBA All-Star: Starter surprises and predictions

    40:10 Cheryl Reeve highlights WBHOF inductions

    47:02 Who could break A’ja Wilson’s single-season scoring record? 

    53:54 Coco Gauff, Naomi Osaka lead Wimbledon highlights

    58 min
  • Stephanie White sounds OFF on Alyssa Thomas controversy: ‘Absolutely unacceptable’

    Stephanie White spoke on Wednesday about Alyssa Thomas receiving death threats. Meanwhile, Napheesa Collier nears a return and is Betnijah Laney-Hamilton's future with the Liberty in question? Alicia Jay and Erica L. Ayala break it all down plus more.

    0:00 Intro 

    0:45 Stephanie White sounds off on Alyssa Thomas controversy

    5:55 Napheesa Collier returns to basketball activities 

    7:55 Should Betnijah Laney-Hamilton be a target for teams at the trade deadline? 

    12:05 Is Michaela Onyenwere the perfect vet for Washington? 

    19:40 2-minute drill: Does the WNBA need to “own” a holiday like July 4? 

    25:17 Which players could break the WNBA single-game scoring record

    33:03 Game preview: Valkyries at Dream

    44 min
  • Is Sabrina Ionescu BACK? Aces vs. Liberty: WNBA Commissioner's Cup Reaction + Alyssa Thomas RESPONDS to suspension

    Was the Commissioner's Cup a PIVOTAL moment for Las Vegas and New York this season? Alicia Jay and Erica L. Ayala recap the Commissioner's Cup Final.

    0:00 Intro

    2:18 Game recap: A pivotal moment for Las Vegas, New York

    8:51 Sabrina Ionescu should’ve won MVP  

    21:35 Alyssa Thomas responds to one-game suspension

    29:50 Mystics 4OT

    33:15 Other standouts from the weekend in the WNBA

    38:45 Answering chat questions

    50 min
  • These WNBA teams are under performing + This is one major issue with NCAA's new eligibility rule

    Which WNBA teams are under performing and which are over performing? Alicia Jay and Erica L. Ayala break it down, PLUS preview the Commissioner's Cup Final, take a look at changing NCAA eligibility rules and more.

    0:00 Intro

    0:34 Wednesday Recap: Phoenix pulls out win over Indiana and more

    8:18 Commissioner’s Cup Preview

    12:44 Which WNBA teams are under performing vs. over performing

    23:57 What is the new NCAA eligibility rule and why we have concerns 

    33:30 Game Previews: Minnesota Lynx at Dallas Wings

    36:55 Game Previews: LA Sparks at Indiana Fever

    44 min
  • Why the WNBA having NO Black women head coaches is a PROBLEM

    For just the third time in WNBA history, there are NO Black women as head coaches within the league. Alicia Jay and Erica L. Ayala dive into why it's a problem, plus celebrating the league's 30th anniversary, diving into some midseason picks for end of season awards and much more.

    0:00 Intro 

    1:15 Dallas Wings match win total from last season

    3:17 Jackie Young passes Becky Hammon on Aces’ all-time assists list

    10:37 WNBA celebrates 30th anniversary 

    21:54 The WNBA has a Black women head coaching problem 

    40:50 Midseason picks for Most Improved, 6th Player and Coach of the Year

    51:09 Other WBB News: Azzi Fudd signs onto Project B, Flau’jae joins Unrivaled

    54 min
  • What’s behind the WNBA’s MASSIVE drop in All Star votes: Why it's not that big of a deal + How will a 50-game season work?

    Erica L. Ayala and Alicia Jay are BACK talking all things WNBA All Star, Commissioner's Cup and more. 

    0:00 Intro

    0:31 Caitlin Clark announces signature shoe drop

    4:16 WNBA All Star Votes: Biggest surprises, which players are MISSING?

    12:42 WNBA Deep Dive: Season expands to 50 games

    22:45 Commissioner's Cup Final is SET: Las Vegas Aces vs. New York Liberty

    31:18 Game Preview: Chicago Sky vs. Dallas Wings

    35:22 Game Preview: Golden State Valkyries vs. Las Vegas Aces

    41:26 PWHL Draft Recap: KK Harvey No. 1 overall +Laila  Edwards to San Jose?

    45 min
  • Do Angel Reese, Isabelle Harrison have BEEF? Why it shouldn't matter I WNBA Ejection REACTION

    Is there BEEF between Isabelle Harrison and Angel Reese? And should it even matter? Alicia Jay and Erica L. Ayala break down Harrison's ejection, PLUS get into Lynx vs. Aces, some historic performances around the WNBA and more.

    0:00 Intro 

    1:45 Las Vegas Aces vs. Minnesota Lynx: A WNBA Finals Preview? 

    11:36 Isabelle Harrison/Angel Reese: Ejected Following a TAKE DOWN of Angel Reese

    18:54 Always go to there being beef when women are competitive 

    28:38 Kelsey Plum, Kahleah Copper highlight massive weekend in WNBA

    29:30 Caitlin Clark, Aliyah Boston are setting the blueprint for Indiana

    30:47 Breanna Stewart helps New York clinch spot in Commissioner’s Cup Final 

    33:55 Players we’re picking to be at WNBA All-Star 

    40:05 Injury updates: Sabrina Ionescu returns, Paige Bueckers day-to-day

    46 min
  • Chicago Sky’s ISSUES: Why Skylar Diggins is RIGHT + Sparks have BIG DECISION to make with Kate Martin

    Alicia Jay and Erica L. Ayala take a deep dive into the WNBA's new developmental contracts, the Chicago Sky and more in our latest episode.

    0:00 Intro 

    0:53 Commissioner’s Cup Update: What we’re seeing out of the New York Liberty as Sabrina Ionescu remains out 

    4:10 Breaking down the Atlanta Dream, key components

    8:35 Deep Dive: How do Player Development Contracts work?

    14:18 Will the LA Sparks sign Kate Martin to a full-time contract? 

    20:17 Skylar Diggins is right about the Chicago Sky, why they need to make CHANGES

    28:25 Game Preview: Minnesota Lynx at Las Vegas Aces

    39:11 What to watch this weekend in women’s sports

    44 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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