The Pick Up - A WNBA Podcast

Hosts Freddie & Cathryn discuss the new ESPN documentary "Setting The Tempo" all about the teams process to get ready for the regular season. Then Marina Mabrey is out for the remainder of the season. They discuss the team shutting it down for the remainder of the season and things we can look forward to in these final four games of the season. Follow Us: @thepickupwnbapod @itsme_cathryn @freddierivas / @freddienoelrivas Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This week hosts Cathryn and Freddie discuss the Fiba championship and highlight some key players in the competition. Then the WNBA season is back and they get into the very exciting playoff race ahead of us in this final week of the regular season. Then, some investors in Vancouver are trying to put a bid together for another expansion team. They discuss the very high price tag and how the Tempo games went in Vancouver last month. Then in the FFQ (Freddie's Fun Question) they talk about Natisha Heideman's running club Run Budz and pick new club ideas for different players. Follow Us @thepickupwnbapod @itsme_cathryn @freddierivas / @freddienoelrivas Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This week hosts Cathryn & Fredde discuss Commissioner Cathy Englebert announcing their retirement at the end of the year. The race to replace her is already on and we evaluate the reported top candidates. Then some FIBA highlights in our Badass Player of the week segment and in our FFQ (Freddie's Fun Question) We explore who would be the best worst person to become the new commissioner. Follow Us @thepickupwnbapod @itsme_cathryn @freddierivas / @freddienoelrivas Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This week Hosts Cathryn & Freddie are joined by Minnesota beat writer Andrew Dukowitz to discuss the Lynx. First we get the Ennis Kanter fiasco out of the way, discussing how hurtful cultural rhetoric is hurting the league and the storylines that deserve being discussed. Then we get into the Lyx dominant season, their championship hopes and will this year be the year. Then our thoughts on the Portland mascot. and in Freddie's Fun Question, we invite Prince to a Lynx championship party and discuss what would happen. Follow Us @thepickupwnbapod @itsme_cathryn @freddierivas / @freddienoelrivas Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This week hosts Cathryn & Freddie discuss the highly anticipated Mascot reveal. They share all their thoughts on Dot & Dez, their backstory and how they think this can evolve over time. Then Caitlin Clark and the Indiana Fever come to Toronto for the first time. They discuss the fan fare, controversies and more. Follow Us: @thepickupwnbapod @itsme_cathryn @freddierivas / @freddienoelrivas Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This week hosts Cathryn and Freddie discuss the surprising announcement that Nneka Ogwumike is retiring after the end of this season. They go into her reasons as well as celebrate her accomplishments. Then, they look at the most improved race with Jessica Sheppard leading the way but who else should be considered. Then the Badass Player Of The Week and the FFQ 9Freddie's Fun question is all about who the Portland Mascot should be. Follow Us @thepickupwnbapod @itsme_cathryn @freddierivas / @freddienoelrivas Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This week hosts Freddie & Cathryn talk about appearing on the CP24 Breakfast show to discuss the latest with the Toronto Tempo and to promote the show. They chat about the TV show experience. Plus with the team on a 10 game losing streak it was hard to keep things positive. Follow Us: @thepickupwnbapod @itsme_cathryn @freddierivas / @freddienoelrivas Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This week hosts Cathryn & Freddie take a break from the online culture wars and talk basketball! Looking at the WNBA current standings 2-8 are only 4 games apart. So they ask who they want facing off in the first round. Then, who are their biggest surprise and disappointing teams this season. Then they Badass player of the week. Plus the FFQ (Freddie's Fun Question) . Olivia Miles has signature goggles, pick a player and give them an accessory. Follow Us @thepickupwnbapod @itsme_cathryn @freddierivas / @freddienoelrivas Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This week Hosts Cathryn and Freddie discuss Annesah Morrow's debut with the team. The trade with the Connecticut Sun and how her rebounding will help the team both short and long term. Plus looking on the bright side during a long losing streak. Follow Us: @thepickupwnbapod @itsme_cathryn @freddierivas / @freddienoelrivas Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This week hosts Cathryn and Freddie discuss the Kelsey Plum trade! Who came out on top? Then reaction to Cleveland announcing their team name, the Sirens, and Freddie comes in hot. Then Sophie Cunningham made some transphobic statements which were reacted to by Cheryl Reeve during a game wearing a pro trans Tshirt. They discuss their support for trans people and their disappointment in Sophie Cunningham. Then our badass player of the week and Freddie's Fun Question (FFQ) is all about the Sirens and their poem which corresponds with their debut. Freddie writes on the spot poems for other teams. Follow Us @thepickupwnbapod @itsme_cathryn @freddierivas / @freddienoelrivas Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This week hosts Cathryn and Freddie discuss highlights from the All Star weekend. All the chaos, fun and drama caught on the stud budz live stream. Then the trade deadline is looming and potential blockbuster deals could be on the horizon. Could Kelsey Plum and Allyssa Thomas be on the move? Then our badass player of the week and the FFQ (Freddie's Fun Question) is all about the mascot storyline and how would we enhance it. Follow Us @thepickupwnbapod @itsme_cathryn @freddierivas / @freddienoelrivas Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This week hosts Cathryn and Freddie discuss the words said directed towards Angel Reese that lead to the coaches one game suspension. Breaking down this controversy from all angles. Follow Us: @thepickupwnbapod @itsme_cathryn @freddierivas / @freddienoelrivas Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This week hosts Cathryn and Freddie talk about meeting A’ja Wilson at the tempo game!! Plus all star weekend, who is going to win the 3 point contest. The Sophie Cunningham tries to monetize her. Pointing finger meme, then badass player of the week and the FFQ (Freddie’s fun question) what should the all star trophy look like. Follow Us @thepickupwnbapod @itsme_cathryn @freddierivas / @freddienoelrivas Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This week Hosts Freddie & Cathryn talk about the Montreal road trip. Then they get into Betnijah Laney Hamilton throwing a shoe at Marina Mabrey. A bizarre incident with a great response. Then they discuss the loss to the Mystics and adjustments the team can make in light of all the injuries. Follow Us: @thepickupwnbapod @itsme_cathryn @freddierivas / @freddienoelrivas Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This week hosts Freddie & Cathryn Discuss reports of Adam Silver encouraging Cathy Englebert to suspend Alyssa Thomas after her foul on Caitlin Clark. Which leads to a larger conversation about protecting players and what the league can do to help. This also includes Chelsea Grey who posted a comment from someone who used a racial slur. That person was found out by their employer and subsequently fired. Then We look at the All Star Teams. Team Coop & Team Spoon, who drafted the better team and who do we think will win. Then our Badass Player of the week and our FFQ we ask what circus act we would like to see a WNBA player do during halftime. Follow Us @thepickupwnbapod @itsme_cathryn @freddierivas / @freddienoelrivas Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Hosts Cathryn & Freddie discuss the Tempo losing 3 in a row during a tough stretch of the season with mounting injuries and the team's seemingly impossible position to overcome without getting players back. Then they get hype for the upcoming Montreal games and the possibility of a new record being set for attendance. Then Marina Mabrey Becomes an ALL STAR! We celebrate her rise, what it took for her to get here, and being the face of a franchise. Follow Us: @thepickupwnbapod @itsme_cathryn @freddierivas / @freddienoelrivas Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This week Hosts Cathryn & Freddie discuss the All Star reserve selections and point out some obvious notable players missing. Alyssa Thomas not making the roster despite leading the league in assists, and more players as well. Plus Skyler Diggins puts the Chicago on Blast after being benched for the first time since her rookie season. Who is at fault and does the Sky organization need to step up. Then Chennedy Carter in a shocker, is waived by the Aces. Reports about her not being happy with her role and financial concerns for the Aces reportedly the reason. Then our Badass Player Of The Week, and our FFQ (Freddie's Fun Question) is all about how we would fix or add to the Chicago Sky organization just for All Star. Follow Us @thepickupwnbapod @itsme_cathryn @freddierivas / @freddienoelrivas Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This week, Hosts Cathryn and Freddie are joined by a very special guest. Zoe Tzanis, a PhD student at the University of Pittsburgh who has written a study on racism in WNBA media, with a specific focus on the 2024 WNBA Playoffs. There, we discuss and introduce the idea of co-framing to our audience. Great white hope narratives, particularly involving Caitlin Clark. Elaborate on what rhetorical negotiation looks like and how viewers might spot it when they see it. And what is our responsibility as fans of the WNBA? In our FFQ (Freddie's Fun Question), we ask what two players we would want to see unfiltered on television. Link to Study: https://journals.sagepub.com/doi/10.1177/15274764261436364?fbclid=PARlRTSASz8HxleHRuA2FlbQIxMABzcnRjBmFwcF9pZA8xMjQwMjQ1NzQyODc0MTQAAaeOcl-37IoAVn3dZPQi7eQYE2nlzSTHhqHrGw9hNk28vZ1yJCTHCSpLiMf8Nw_aem_nYG3dXhWU_s7aFmqTQqo-Q Follow Us @thepickupwnbapod @itsme_cathryn @freddierivas / @freddienoelrivas Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This week, Host Cathryn is joined by She's 4 Sports' Ainka Jess to discuss her organization and their work to promote women's sports across Canada. Then they dive into the latest Power Rankings. Who is surprising us in the Month of June, and who has taken an unexpected dip? Then, the Badass Player of The Week and our CQQ (Cathryn's Querky Question), we just celebrated 30 years of the WNBA. What's a sports memory we have from 30 years ago? Follow Us @thepickupwnbapod @itsme_cathryn @freddierivas / @freddienoelrivas Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This week we talk about the Tepmo's losing streak and the unfortunate injury to Brittnay Sykes. How will this impact the team and can they recover? Plus early All Star voting returns aren't looking great, fans gotts step up and more. Plus celebrating the new documentary recently announced about the team. Follow Us @thepickupwnbapod @itsme_cathryn @freddierivas / @freddienoelrivas Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.