The Ringer WNBA Show

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Guide to the Expansion Draft and Sweet 16 Mar 26, 2026

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Seerat is joined by Emma Baccellieri from Sports Illustrated to delve into how teams will protect stars like Brionna Jones and Jonquel Jones while leveraging international talent such as Isobel Borlase. This episode uncovers the game theory, risks, and strategies that will define the future of women's basketball, offering fans a glimpse into intricate roster moves and league dynamics.

Host: Seerat Sohi

Guest: Emma Baccellieri

Senior Producer: Steve Ahlman

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Ryan Ruocco on the WNBA's Evolution, College Hoops, and More Mar 24, 2026

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ESPN commentator Ryan Ruocco joins Seerat, and he delves into the art of sports storytelling. They discuss everything from iconic calls to where the WNBA is headed at this crucial moment in its history. They also talk about college hoops and the prospects of this upcoming draft class.
Host: Seerat Sohi
Guest: Ryan Ruocco
Senior Producer: Steve Ahlman

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The Langham Four Talk CBA and the Future of Cathy Engelbert Mar 19, 2026

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In this episode, Seerat is joined by Annie Costabile, Alexa Philippou, Doug Feinberg, and Jackie Powell to discuss what it was like to see the WNBA’s CBA negotiations, Napheesa Collier and Nneka Ogwumike’s leadership, and the future for the WNBA’s commissioner.

Host: Seerat Sohi

Guests: Annie Costabile, Alexa Philippou, Doug Feinberg, and Jackie Powell

Producer: Stefan Anderson

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Celebrating the New WNBA CBA and Examining Its Leaguewide Cultural Ramifications Mar 18, 2026

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Seerat hops on the mic for an instant reaction pod to share her response to the announcement of a brand-new CBA that will ensure there won't be a WNBA lockout this season. She then dives into how this move affects the league and women’s sports going forward.
Host: Seerat Sohi
Producer: Chris Sutton
Production Supervision: Ben Cruz

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Selection Sunday Recap: Sarah Strong vs. Mikayla Blakes, a Toughness Test for Iowa, LSU vs. Duke, and more Mar 16, 2026

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Seerat is joined by Megan Gauer, HoopStats Bracketology expert, as they recap Selection Sunday. From Tennessee's seeding dilemmas to the transfer portal's impact on teams like Michigan and Duke, and much more.

Host: Seerat Sohi

Guest: Megan Gauer

Production: Christopher Sutton, Steve Ahlman

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Steak Too Juicy, Lobster Too Buttery: Picking the 2028 Women's Olympic Basketball Team Mar 13, 2026

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Nekias Duncan joins Seerat as they assemble their own Team USA 2028 Olympic roster. They delve into the strategic balance of veteran leadership and emerging stars like Sarah Strong and Juju Watkins, highlighting the evolving defense schemes and the crucial role of versatility in both guard and big positions.

Host: Seerat Sohi

Guest: Nekias Duncan

Producers: Isaiah Blakely and Steve Ahlman

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WNBA Conspiracy Theories: CBA Power Plays and Height Trutherism. Plus, Caitlin Clark's Team USA Debut and Sabrina Ionescu Joins. Mar 12, 2026

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Seerat is joined by Defector writer Maitreyi Anantharaman to talk about the latest updates from around the league, including CBA moves, height trutherism, and much more (00:00). Then, Seerat is joined by special guest Sabrina Ionescu to talk about all things WNBA, shining moments in her career, and her new health initiative (45:10).

Host: Seerat Sohi

Guests: Maitreyi Anantharaman and Sabrina Ionescu

Senior Producer: Steve Ahlman

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Winners and Losers from NCAA Championship Week, Plus FIBA World Cup Qualifiers Preview with Eden Laase Mar 09, 2026

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Seerat is joined by Eden Laase from Hoops HQ to analyze and debate the players, coaches, and teams that made the biggest noise over championship week in women’s college basketball. Seerat then shares her insights and enthusiasm about Team USA as they prepare for their World Cup qualifying games.

(00:00) Intro
(1:43) Winners and losers from NCAA championship week
(43:07) FIBA World Cup qualifiers preview

Host: Seerat Sohi
Guest: Eden Laase
Producer: Chris Sutton
Production Supervision: Ben Cruz

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Is the WNBPA Fracturing? Plus, Champ Week Bingo With Quita Loves Sports. Mar 04, 2026

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Seerat is joined by Quita Loves Sports to talk about the ongoing WNBA CBA negotiations, the possibility of a fractured union, and excitement for the upcoming women's NCAA tournament. They analyze the strategic moves that go into bargaining, player sentiments on negotiations with the WNBA, and the potential impact this process will have on the season.

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Host: Seerat Sohi

Guest: Quita Loves Sports

Producers: Steve Ahlman and Stefan Anderson

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Big CBA Update: Rookies Get Max Deals—But What’s the Catch? Mar 03, 2026

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Seerat provides an update on the ongoing CBA negotiations in the WNBA. She covers the urgency of proposals from both the league and the players' union, highlighting key changes in player compensation, revenue sharing, and housing provisions. She talks about the dynamics within the union, the challenges faced by middle-class players, and the implications of max contracts on team strategies. As the deadline approaches, the conversation focuses on the potential outcomes and the financial state of women's basketball.

Host: Seerat Sohi

Senior Producer: Steve Ahlman

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