The Ringer WNBA Show

Latest Episodes:

Paige, Geno, and the Ugly Parts of Winning With Tyler DeLuca Aug 21, 2026

Show notes

In this episode, Seerat is joined by No Cap Space’s Tyler DeLuca to discuss his video on Olivia Miles and her case for MVP. Then they review the UConn women’s basketball documentary 'The Dynasty' before getting into Azzi Fudd’s season-ending injury and Kelsey Mitchell’s greatness.

(0:20) Intro

(1:35) Olivia Miles = Spider-Man

(10:50) Olivia’s MVP case

(25:12) Olivia’s impact on the team

(29:48) 'The Dynasty' doc

(56:59) Azzi out for the season

(1:10:08) Kelsey Mitchell’s greatness

Host: Seerat Sohi

Guest: Tyler DeLuca

Producer: Stefan Anderson

Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Olivia Miles and Caitlin Clark Enter the MVP Race Aug 18, 2026

Show notes

In this episode, Seerat is joined by Courtney Lumpkin and Tacarra Barnes of The MidMajors Podcast to discuss how Caitlin Clark, Kelsey Mitchell, and Olivia Miles have made their marks in the MVP race. Then they play Red, Yellow, Green Flag and recap this weekend's historic moments, including the Mercury honoring Diana Taurasi and the HOF inductions of Candace Parker and Elena Delle Donne.

(0:20) Intro

(2:28) The other MVP candidates

(4:41) The case for Kelsey Mitchell

(6:22) The case for Olivia Miles

(15:52) The case for Caitlin Clark

(26:22) Stewie appreciation

(29:37) Red, Yellow, Green Flag

(29:53) Red flags

(50:44) Green flags

(1:05:13) A historic weekend in the W

Host: Seerat Sohi

Guests: Courtney Lumpkin and Tacarra Barnes

Producer: Stefan Anderson

Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Kiki Iriafen on the Young, Tough, and Joyful Mystics Aug 14, 2026

Show notes

In this episode, Seerat opens by discussing Stephanie White’s comments, the Fever finding their groove, and Satou Sabally stepping away from the Liberty, before previewing this weekend's marquee matchups. Then, she is joined by Washington Mystics forward Kiki Iriafen to discuss the Mystics' season, her upbringing, and future goals for her career.

(0:20) Intro

(0:40) White’s comments

(9:18) How the Fever’s load management paid off

(14:35) Satou Sabally update

(18:29) Fever-Wings preview

(21:01) Lynx-Aces preview

(30:09) Kiki Iriafen joins the show

(31:09) Iriafen’s Nigerian roots

(36:12) Performance training

(50:52) Laney-Hamilton’s early impact

(57:53) Meeting Barack Obama

Host: Seerat Sohi

Guest: Kiki Iriafen

Producer: Stefan Anderson

Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

WNBA Take Purge Aug 11, 2026

Show notes

In this episode, Seerat opens by discussing the wild weekend in the WNBA, including Enes Kanter Freedom, Sophia Cunningham, and DiJonai Carrington. Then she gives her takes on the W as they head into the home stretch of the season.

(0:20) Intro

(1:13) Wild Weekend in the W

(7:08) How Should the WNBA Respond?

(12:16) Playoff Race is Heating Up

(13:19) The Mystics are fun

(18:32) The Tempo Are In A Good Spot

(22:24) The Cleveland Sirens

(25:15) Phee’s Return to the Lynx

(32:52) The Fever Are Contenders

(38:34) Angel Reese is All-WNBA

(42:35) Farewell to BLH

Host: Seerat Sohi

Producer: Stefan Anderson

Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Chelsea Gray Proves Why She Belongs on Team USA Aug 07, 2026

Show notes

In this episode, Seerat is joined by PHNX Sports’ Stephen PridGeon-Garner to recap the Fever-Aces matchup, the FIBA roster construction, and the Liberty releasing Betnijah Laney-Hamilton.

(0:18) Intro

(0:50) Chelsea Gray goes nuclear vs. Fever

(5:00) What is Chelsea Gray’s legacy?

(17:03) Mercury’s big 3

(30:32) Jackie Young sparks the 22-0 Run

(49:20) Who should sign Laney-Hamilton?

(55:16) The FIBA World Cup roster

Host: Seerat Sohi

Guest: Stephen PridGeon-Garner

Producers: Stefan Anderson and Ben Cruz

Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Trade Deadline Reactions With Trysta Krick Aug 03, 2026

Show notes

In this episode, Seerat is joined by Daily W Sports' Trysta Krick to recap this weekend’s matchups, trade deadline reactions, and more.

(0:18) Intro

(5:44) Lynx-Fever recap

(26:00) Kelsey Plum traded to the Mercury

(44:45) The future of the Sparks

(49:51) Worst trades in WNBA history

(55:08) Sydney Taylor’s game-winner

(59:39) The late arrival

Host: Seerat Sohi

Guest: Trysta Krick

Producer: Stefan Anderson

Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Sophie Cunningham’s Comments, WNBA Culture, and More With E.R. Fightmaster Jul 31, 2026

Show notes

In this episode, Seerat opens by discussing her most recent article on the controversy surrounding Sophie Cunningham’s comments about transgender women in sports. Then, she is joined by actor, musician, and podcast host E.R. Fightmaster to discuss the WNBA’s culture, queer women in sports, and so much more!

(00:00) Intro

(7:37) E.R. Fightmaster joins the show

Host: Seerat Sohi
Guest: E.R. Fightmaster
Producers: Victoria Valencia and Sarah Reddy
Additional Production Support: Sam Hess and Hannah Leikin

Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

One Move to Fix Every Playoff Team Before the Trade Deadline Jul 28, 2026

Show notes

Seerat starts by talking about Sophie Cunningham and her profile with ESPN—where she talks about keeping trans athletes out of women’s sports—and the upcoming rally in Seattle in support of Cunningham. Then Seerat is joined by The Ringer’s Steven Ruiz, and they try to fix one thing about each contending team before the trade deadline.

(00:00) Intro
(4:20) Seattle’s rally for Sophie Cunningham
(33:25) Washington Mystics
(49:18) New York Liberty
(55:17) Golden State Valkyries
(1:01:30) Indiana Fever
(1:07:25) Dallas Wings
(1:18:20) Las Vegas Aces
(1:22:19) Atlanta Dream
(1:25:22) Minnesota Lynx

Host: Seerat Sohi
Guest: Steven Ruiz
Producer: Isaiah Blakely

Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

2026 Mid-Season Awards Jul 24, 2026

Show notes

In this episode, Seerat is joined by The Dunker Spot’s Nekias Duncan to give out their awards halfway through the 2026 season.

(0:17) Intro

(2:40) MVP

(8:24) DPOY

(48:27) Rookie of the Year

(58:50) Coach of the Year

(1:11:10) Most Improved Player

(1:20:45) Sixth Player of the Year

Host: Seerat Sohi

Guest: Nekias Duncan

Producer: Stefan Anderson

Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

A 2026 WNBA Draft Check-in, and Fixing WNBA Security With Jackie Powell Jul 22, 2026

Show notes

Seerat opens by recapping Monday night’s slate of games and gives a glimpse into the future of the WNBA. Then, she is joined by TheIXSports’ Jackie Powell to discuss Sandy Brondello’s comments on Angel Reese, the WNBA’s security issues, and the Liberty’s slump.

(0:07) Intro

(1:04) The future of the WNBA

(13:09) Paige vs. Caitlin vs. Olivia

(15:06) 2026 WNBA Draft Check-in

(20:41) Jackie Powell joins the show

(21:53) Jackie’s story on THEM

(37:49) Sandy’s comments on Angel

(1:01:12) Jackie’s plan for safety

(1:16:36) What happened to the Liberty?

Jackie’s Story on Betnijah Laney-Hamilton : https://www.theixsports.com/the-ix-basketball-newsroom/wnba/new-york-liberty/complicated-challenges-betnijah-laney-hamilton-season-new-york-liberty/

Jackie’s Story on Chris DeMarco: https://www.theixsports.com/the-ix-basketball-newsroom/chris-demarco-embracing-wnba-culture-new-york-liberty/

Host: Seerat Sohi