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We Need To Talk NOW tracks women's basketball while the news is still warm. Alicia Jay and Erica Ayala move from WNBA trades and mock drafts to championship reactions, league politics, player fit, and the bigger respect questions around the game.
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We Need To Talk NOW is built for the pace of modern women's basketball. The news does not sit still, and neither does the show. Alicia Jay and Erica Ayala move through WNBA free agency, draft boards, NCAA tournament reactions, and breaking trades with a conversational rhythm that feels close to a group chat after the alert hits. It is quick. It is opinionated. It also keeps returning to context. A player landing with the Seattle Storm becomes a conversation about being wanted, developed, and seen as part of a professional plan. A trade becomes a bigger question about franchise readiness, public treatment, and what a star needs around her. A UCLA championship turns into praise for performance, family legacy, defensive work, and the joy of a team meeting its moment. The show likes the basketball details: depth, fit, matchups, second chances, and the practical shape of a roster. It likes the culture around the basketball just as much. Draft fashion, orange-carpet energy, fan reaction, facilities, media rooms, salaries, and collective bargaining all belong in the same lane here. That makes the show feel less like a recap desk and more like a running conversation about where the women's game is heading. The hosts can be playful, especially when the news cycle gets absurdly fast. They can also be direct when an organization appears to fall short. The best stretches have a clear point of view without pretending every answer is simple. Listeners get excitement, critique, and receipts in one brisk package. The occasional network promo or cross-podcast insert can interrupt the flow, but the core identity is unmistakable. This is women's basketball coverage with urgency, memory, and a strong feel for the room.
Made for: For WNBA and women's college basketball fans who want fast reaction, roster talk, and culture reads in the same conversation. It especially suits listeners who already follow player movement, draft debates, and league-wide momentum.
What sets it apart: The show connects the stat sheet to the larger moment around women's basketball. Trades, championships, facilities, press treatment, contracts, and fan energy all get treated as part of the same story.
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Based on 6 episodes we listened to · September 2026
Alicia Jay and Erica L. Ayala connect women's basketball headlines to the roster decisions and on-court details that give them consequence.
We Need To Talk NOW turns women's basketball news into an informed, energetic conversation between Alicia Jay and Erica L. Ayala. Their WNBA coverage moves from free agency and roster construction to the consequences of major trades, with attention to how teams such as the…
Angel Reese gets traded; Alicia Jay and Erica Ayala roll out of bed to talk you through it.
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Short reviews from the PlayNext desk, based on the episodes we processed.
A brisk WNBA free agency discussion that treats roster moves as league-shaping business.
The segment moves quickly through WNBA free agency, with Alicia Jay and Erica L. Ayala taking on the week's biggest moves, team fits, and depth questions without slowing down for long.
A sharp look at Angel Reese's move to Atlanta and why it lands hard.
Angel Reese's move from Chicago to the Atlanta Dream is treated as a real WNBA shake-up, and the discussion stays locked on why it matters now. Alicia Jay and Erika L.
A warm championship reaction that keeps the focus on players, team identity, and the human side of winning.
UCLA's title win comes through as a clean, emotional finish. Alicia Jay and Erika L. Ayala keep the focus on the night itself, the shift in mood from the last live show, and the gratitude around a season that ended badly for undefeated UConn.
A lively Final Four recap that keeps the numbers and the stakes in balance.
Alicia Jay and Erika L. Ayala move cleanly from UCLA-Texas to South Carolina-UConn without losing the thread. The best part is how the numbers sit beside the stakes: defensive pressure, missed shots, timely perimeter makes, and the way each team shapes the championship setup.
A focused Final Four preview that stays tied to specific matchup talk and moves at a brisk clip.
The segment keeps the Final Four preview moving, with UConn, South Carolina, Texas, and UCLA all staying in view. Alicia J. and Erica L. Ayala, with Lisa Leslie and Renee Montgomery, keep the talk specific: South Carolina's added shooting, the pressure around Madison Booker, and…
A brisk WNBA Finals conversation that widens into coaching, roster fit, and injury-driven team building.
WNBA Finals chatter drives the discussion, but the more interesting part is how Alicia J., Ashley Nicole Moss, and Erica L. Ayala use it to talk through where the league is headed.
Bill Simmons debates NBA tanking, MVP races, and movies with Zach Lowe and friends.
Zach Lowe and ESPN colleagues dissect NBA trades, cap rules, and roster fit.
Big Cat and PFT Commenter cover the NFL, March Madness, and NHL for laughs.
Ryen Russillo runs weekly NFL and MLB recaps with beat reporters like Jeff Passan and Mike Sando.
Two hosts break down the ATP and WTA tour week, daily through every Grand Slam.
This episode explains the WNBA expansion draft rules, including key dates, protected/unprotected player lists, and potential implications for players like Sophie Cunningham and Arike Ogunbowale.
Kate Martin discusses her partnership with Icy Hot to refurbish a community basketball court in Miami and shares personal stories about meaningful courts in her life.
The hosts react to Selection Sunday for the NCAA Women's Tournament, discussing UConn earning the No.
This episode features an interview with Alex Bazzell, president and co-founder of Unrivaled, discussing the league's record-breaking growth, fan turnout, and future plans in women's basketball.
This episode discusses Iowa's potential as an Elite Eight team and Sarah Strong's legacy at UConn, while also celebrating Swin Cash's appointment as president of the Women's Sports Foundation.
Two hosts discuss early-season surprises and Final Four predictions in women's college basketball, including why South Carolina might not make it and Michigan as a dark horse.
This episode recaps the first week of the women's college basketball season, discusses roster shakeups, and covers NWSL postseason updates.
This episode is a live reaction to the WNBA Finals Game 3 between the Las Vegas Aces and Phoenix Mercury, featuring on-the-ground reporting from Phoenix and analysis of the game's key moments and post-game press conference.
UCLA guard Gianna Kneepkens discusses her transition from Utah to UCLA, the team's pressure to return to the Final Four, and how the program's culture has helped her grow as a player.
This episode previews the women's hockey rivalry between the U.S.
This episode previews the NCAA women's basketball tournament, discussing first-round matchups and teams with potential to advance.
This episode discusses standout freshmen in women's college basketball, including Duke's Emilee Skinner and LSU's ZaKiyah Johnson, and why they are players to watch this season.
This episode previews the upcoming women's college basketball season with CBS sports writer Isabel Gonzalez, discussing bold predictions including UConn potentially going undefeated and highlighting key players like Sarah Strong.
The hosts discuss Ashley's experience on her new sports show with a live audience in Atlanta and preview upcoming women's sports topics including college basketball.
This episode discusses Chloe Kitts' torn ACL injury impacting South Carolina's college basketball season, provides NWSL playoff updates, and awards WNBA superlatives after the season.
The hosts discuss women's college basketball, including UConn's potential undefeated season and Texas coach Vic Schaefer's views on SEC scheduling, while introducing a new co-host.
This episode reacts to the Las Vegas Aces' WNBA Finals sweep victory over the Phoenix Mercury, highlighting A'ja Wilson's historic MVP achievements and the game atmosphere.
This episode discusses the WNBA Finals, focusing on A'ja Wilson and the Las Vegas Aces as a potential dynasty, while also addressing controversy around the CBA and statements made by Nafisa Collier and Kathy Engelbert.
This episode discusses recent struggles for LSU women's basketball with two straight losses and analyzes why South Carolina might be Final Four bound with a key addition.
This episode is a bracket preview show for the men's March Madness tournament, where the hosts discuss picks and predictions for all 67 games, starting with analysis of the Florida Houston situation.
This live episode of We Need to Talk Now breaks down the top 10 women's sports moments of 2025, starting with A'ja Wilson's standout year.
This episode previews the NCAA women's basketball Sweet 16, focusing on the Vanderbilt vs.
This holiday edition podcast discusses UConn and Texas leading women's college basketball power rankings, why not to panic over a WNBA strike vote, and highlights Texas A&M's volleyball championship win.
WNBA star Cameron Brink discusses how her ACL tear positively impacted her life and her basketball roots in Oregon during an interview.
This episode discusses major updates to the WNBA's CBA and CBS's expanded broadcast schedule for WNBA games, highlighting increased coverage on the CBS Broadcast Network and Paramount+.
This episode discusses the WNBA CBA deadline passing and debates whether UCLA should be the No.
Olympic gold medalist Summer Sanders discusses her favorite Olympic storylines and why Mikaela Shiffrin is the GOAT, while also sharing insights on the NBA All-Star Game's new format.
This episode discusses Audi Crooks' standout season as a player of the year frontrunner in women's college basketball and analyzes why UConn might go undefeated.
This episode is a live recap of the second round of the NCAA women's basketball tournament, highlighting dramatic games including buzzer-beaters, overtime, and upsets like Virginia over Iowa, with hosts discussing the excitement and viewer engagement.
This episode discusses Michigan's potential as a bracket buster in March Madness and questions UConn's invincibility, while also covering the hosts' experiences at the Winter Olympics.
WNBA legend Diana Taurasi discusses her partnership with Greenies during March Madness, shares her favorite tournament memories, and hints at Geno Auriemma's coaching future.
The hosts discuss recent key matchups in NCAA women's basketball that caused ranking shifts, debating whether Texas should be ranked No.
This episode recaps the first round of the NCAA women's basketball tournament, highlighting Iowa's survival, Jazzy Davidson's arrival, and Sarah Strong's performance, while also touching on Virginia's historic swimming and diving championship.
This episode discusses Sarah Strong's NIL deal with Jordan brand, her basketball lineage, and upcoming WNBA draft lottery and game predictions.
LSU basketball star Flau'jae Johnson discusses her senior season, reflecting on her legacy, emotional approach to her final games, and how her game has grown mentally and physically under coach Kim Mulkey.
This episode features an interview with soccer legends Brandi Chastain and Briana Scurry discussing the 1999 USWNT World Cup win and current issues like NWSL salary caps in women's sports.
This episode discusses why there's no need to panic about Kara Lawson and Team USA, previews the NWSL Championship between Washington Spirit and Gotham FC, and covers women's college basketball and WNBA off-season news.
LSU guard MiLaysia Fulwiley discusses her transition from South Carolina to LSU, the team culture under coach Kim Mulkey, and her growth in taking on the point guard position.
This episode recaps the Elite Eight round of March Madness, focusing on teams like South Carolina, UConn, UCLA, and Texas advancing to the Final Four, with live insights from Sacramento.
This episode recaps the women's NCAA tournament regional games, discussing standout players like Hannah Hidalgo, Geno Auriemma's comments, and the hosts' experiences covering the action live in Sacramento.
This episode breaks down the details of the tentative new WNBA collective bargaining agreement, including salary cap increases and revenue sharing, while discussing its implications for the upcoming season.
Jon Rothstein hosts a special Selection Sunday episode of his college basketball podcast, discussing the 2026 NCAA Tournament bracket and picks.
Texas Longhorns freshman Aaliyah Crump discusses her first season, describing herself as a 'silent assassin' on the court and highlighting how coach Vic Schaefer's accountability transformed the team's season.
This episode discusses women's college basketball, updates from Australia, and highlights female athletes' activism, particularly focusing on the Minneapolis community's response to recent killings by immigration agents.
This episode discusses Winter Olympics coverage from Milan, focusing on women's ice hockey and Olympic athletes like Breezy Johnson, while also touching on women's college basketball topics.
The hosts preview the WNBA Finals between the Aces and Mercury, discuss Napheesa Collier's allegations against the league commissioner, analyze officiating issues, and react to Danica Patrick's comments about Bad Bunny's Super Bowl halftime show.
Alicia Jay and Erica Ayala host a live reaction to game one of the WNBA Finals, analyzing the Las Vegas Aces' win, the physical and defensive nature of the game, and concerns over player injuries, while encouraging audience engagement.
Vanderbilt head coach Shea Ralph discusses her team's journey to March Madness and draws comparisons between player Mikayla Blakes and basketball legend Maya Moore.
This episode discusses college basketball seeding predictions, Winter Olympics highlights, and pays tribute to WNBA legend Kara Braxton.
Alicia Jay and Erika Ayala analyze WNBA Finals Game 2, where the Las Vegas Aces defeated the Phoenix Mercury 91-78, discussing key moments, defensive adjustments, and the series' evolving dynamics.
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WNBA rookie Flau'jae Johnson discusses her emotional reaction to being traded to the Seattle Storm on draft night and her excitement about joining a team that values her development.
This episode discusses the 2026 WNBA Draft, including reactions to a major trade involving Flau'jae, the event's atmosphere in New York, and overall excitement.
This episode presents a first-ever WNBA mock draft analysis, discussing potential picks including why Azzi Fudd is no longer projected as the number one overall selection.
This episode introduces 'Deep Waters,' a UFC podcast from CBS Sports hosted by Dean Thomas with legends Jorge Masvidal, Dustin Poirier, and Chris Weidman, offering insider fight analysis, reactions, stories, and previews.
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WNBA legends Lisa Leslie and Renee Montgomery discuss how the league has evolved over its 30-year history.
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An early buy-or-sell joke sets the tone.
The hosts react to Paige Bueckers being drafted number one overall by the Dallas Wings in the 2025 WNBA Draft and discuss upcoming WNBA coverage.
This episode previews the WNBA draft, discussing rumors about Paige Bueckers not wanting to go to the Dallas Wings and highlighting top prospects.
Two hosts react to the UConn vs.
This episode previews the Women's Basketball Sweet 16 in March Madness 2025, discussing LSU's peak performance and Texas as a potential upset.