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Two things remain consistent in the world of soccer: fans still hate refs, and Victoria Beckham still couldn't care less about soccer. We break down why FIFA can’t beat the corrupt allegations in what fans are dubbing “Vargentina”, plus how Posh Spice maintains her beef with soccer. Also in soccer, Gotham FC and the Washington Spirit are headed to NYC this week to play in the first women's-sporting event ever hosted at Citi Field. New York Giants and Gotham FC co-owners (and sisters), Carolyn Tisch-Blodgett and Emily Tisch-Sussman, join the pod to tell us why Gotham FC’s relocation to NYC will grow women’s sports, the differences working in men vs. women’s sports, and whether Sam Kerr will take the pitch in her first match back in the NWSL.Call us, beep us, if you wanna reach us: (828) 412-4825 Follow Emily Tisch-Sussman: @emtsuss @shepivotsthepodcastFollow Gotham FC: @gothamfc Follow Blake: @blaaakkkkeFollow Caroline: @cghendy Haaland bridal hair inspo: https://www.instagram.com/p/DapZP6SDQ0y/?utm_source=ig_web_copy_link&igsh=MzRlODBiNWFlZA== Taylor & Travis dog confirmed: https://www.instagram.com/p/DavS0TpIG-1/?utm_source=ig_web_copy_link&igsh=MzRlODBiNWFlZA== The WNBA’s “shoegate”: https://youtube.com/shorts/ooVPcAT0lJs?si=csnpxxZ2b0mqIftc Plus, Marina Mabrey introduces her “crashout jar”: https://youtu.be/cflcCtRywn0?si=k-hm3kO7BwFeZwE4&t=55 FINALLY: we’re recording a live episode of Well Played at Fanatics Fest this Friday at 11 AM! Come meet us IRL. Get your tickets to Fanatics Fest in NYC and use WELLPLAYED10 to get 10% off your single or multi-day ticket: https://www.fanaticsfest.com/tickets. Send Its:Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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It happened. It finally happened. Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce wed at Madison Square Garden. As the resident Swiftie of Well Played, Caroline dives into all the details – and shows why her relationship with T&T is a little too parasocial. The World Cup continued in spite of the royal American wedding, with uncs exiting the tournament, Trump phoning a friend, and the USMNT flopping in its round-of-16 performance. Soccer content creator, Lilibeth Rendon, joins the pod to talk about it all. In this episode of Well Played, we also cover: The deep lore behind Blake Lively’s absence at Taylor Swift’s wedding Who Lilibeth thinks will win the Golden Boot award How a new woman in Wimbledon whites will take home the championship for the 10th straight season A special edition of Send It, ft. only Erling Haaland content The Well Played hotline is LIVE! Need to complain about your favorite athlete? Still don’t understand offsides after several attempts at learning? Call us with your rants, questions, and concerns at (828) 412-4825. Send Its: Erling Haaland's master class moment of not letting intrusive thoughts win: https://www.instagram.com/reel/DabZIRlNenD/?utm_source=ig_web_copy_link&igsh=MzRlODBiNWFlZA== Erling Haaland look-alike contest?: https://www.instagram.com/reel/DYhoCZ-T7h5/?utm_source=ig_web_copy_link&igsh=MzRlODBiNWFlZA== Erling Haaland tattoo cover up: https://www.instagram.com/p/Dac49AXCRxa/?utm_source=ig_web_copy_link&igsh=MzRlODBiNWFlZA== Follow Lilibeth: @lilibethstarFollow Well Played on IG: @wellplayedbytheskimmFollow Blake: @blaaakkkkeFollow Caroline: @cghendy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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It’s happening…Taylor and Travis’ Madison Square Garden wedding is here. Despite Blake and Caroline being major skeptics, they spend the episode pretending all tabloid wedding rumors are true, plus they make predictions about the affair. Meanwhile, Love Island has entered the (WNBA) chat, on-and-off the court.
In this episode of Well Played, we also cover:
Justin Bieber taking center stage at the NHL draft – plus, the first-pick’s nod to his Indigenous heritage
The backstory behind Dutch striker Cody Gakpo’s emotional goal
Why the “Love Island” girls are giving Megan thee Stallion hope post-Klay Thompson breakup
The lore behind Naomi Osaka’s Wimbledon whites from day 1
Sophie Cunningham’s point seen around the world
Mia Hamm’s reflections on her time with the USWNT — and who she has her eye on leading up to the Women’s World Cup
The Well Played hotline is LIVE! Need to complain about your favorite athlete? Still don’t understand offsides after several attempts at learning? Call us with your rants, questions, and concerns at (828) 412-4825.
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To continue the World Cup this week, Blake and Caroline bring in some pros. Kelley O’Hara and Ali Riley, former NWSL players, World Cup competitors, and hosts of “Time Wasting," join Well Played to discuss the convos that matter most this week — like the history-making all-American women officiants, why Jérémy Doku will be a better athlete after leaving the World Cup to be present for his son’s birth, and how Haaland’s half-bun is the secret to his scoring.
In this episode of Well Played, we also cover:
- How Marta was the original inspiration for Haaland’s half-bun
- The Scottish fans — the Tartan army — drinking Boston dry
- Josh Allen and Hailee Steinfeld revealing their baby girl’s name
- How Messi made history in his recent match against Austria
- Why Trinity Rodman and Ciara’s crossover is confusing us with Ciara Miller and Trinity from “Love Island”
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Follow and subscribe to Time Wasting: @timewastingpod
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Nature is healing. And by nature, we mean New York. The Knicks secured their first NBA championship in more than half a century, marking the city's fourth major sports title since 2023. Offball writer and Flagrant Magazine co-founder, Ashtyn Butuso, joins Blake to chat about witnessing the magic firsthand in Manhattan. Plus, some of our favorite post-game content from players.
In this episode, we also cover:
The Carolina Hurricanes winning the Stanley Cup over the Vegas Golden Knights
The great Nike vs. Adidas debate – and which team we’re on
When we can expect Serena and Venus Williams to make their doubles return
How Vozinha, a 40-year-old goalie, and Pico Lopes smashed on defense in Cabo Verde’s match against Spain
Why everyone’s obsessed with Japanese fans at the World Cup
Send Its + bonus links:
Nike football ad: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IyZ1WIua_1s
Adidas commercial: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mJJY53qhJe0
Toy Story challenge: https://www.instagram.com/p/DZf5mYRTS0a/
Brooklyn Beckham gets in on the joke: https://www.instagram.com/reel/DZnNFoEuZzw/?utm_source=ig_web_copy_link&igsh=MzRlODBiNWFlZA==
Taylor feeds Travis, airplane style: https://youtube.com/shorts/j6ZJv-avKk4?si=3B1VS_zdo6oPJBMc
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While Caroline is honeymooning in the Dolomites, Lily Shimbashi, founder of Sportsish, joins us to break down the most important news in sports and pop culture. Madison Square Garden is on our minds this week – and it’s not just because the Knicks lost at home. Rumor has it that Taylor Swift’s wedding will take place at the iconic New York City arena on July 3. Are we buying it? No. What’s are people *actually* buying when it comes to the pop star? The literal chair she sat on during the Cav’s Game 3 of the Eastern Conference Finals. We hate it here too.
In this episode of Well Played, we also cover:
Serena Williams’ return to the grass – and why “mom brain” got the best of her
Breaking down the World Cup stages, and which teams to watch
Kim Kardashian re-entering the WAG world, thanks to Lewis Hamilton
The Hockey Canada 5, and why Lily thinks it’s been a hard Stanley Cup for female fans
Send Its:
Serena v. mom brain: https://www.reddit.com/r/tennis/comments/1u05nx8/serena_forgetting_where_she_has_to_serve_and_it/?solution=6fade7a9855ac5106fade7a9855ac510&js_challenge=1&token=7afd7253fec22262ff1c52b1703fe9ecba37f2c27935c160fc00b397029b5e0f&jsc_orig_r=
Does Trey Jemison know he’s getting married?: https://www.instagram.com/p/DNEl36Nukmi/?img_index=1
Kim K re-enters her WAGdom: https://people.com/kim-kardashian-wears-low-back-dress-lewis-hamilton-f1-monaco-11993179
Plus: check out The Athletic's FIFA World Cup group stage breakdown: https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/interactive/world-cup-2026-group-stage-draw-live/
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The French Open is no stranger to accusations of sexism (see: rare night sessions for women). But Adolfo Daniel Vallejo decided to make it his legacy when he blamed a female umpire for his loss at Roland Garros. Luckily, the tournament organizers hit him where it hurts – his wallet. Elsewhere in the tennis world, Serena Williams will make her return to pro-tennis next week, and Caroline shares why she saw this coming.
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Victoires sing Celine Dion’s It’s All Coming Back to Me Now by Celine Dion
And the PWHLPA releases every player’s salary
Josh Allen crashes kid’s recess
Josh Allen’s one word on what surprised him about Hailee Steinfeld becoming a mom
Texas softball player has perhaps the strangest pre-game superstition
Hudson Williams acknowledges his “little bottom eyes” in Canadian Awards speech
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The last time the Knicks made the NBA finals, Britney Spears dropped the generation-defining Baby One More Time, Napster gave us permission to illegally download music, and T9 word just became a thing. Fast forward to this past Monday when the Knicks swept their series against the Cavaliers – and all of New York is ready to party like it's 1999.
In this episode of Well Played, we also cover:
Timothee Chalamet, Kylie Jenner, Travis Kelce, and Taylor Swift walk into a bar…we mean the Cavs courtside
Why OG Anunoby and Martha Stewart are on their way to a Skechers collab
How the Salesian sisters gained their basketball wings at the Spurs game
Why Coco Gauff, Jannik Sinner, and Aryna Sabalenka only gave 15 minutes of press time at Roland Garros
PS: We really, really want to hear from you. Like really bad. Please DM us with any sports questions, comments, or concerns on Instagram @blaakkkke, @cghendy, or @wellplayedbytheskimm. We read each and every one and it means a lot to us.
Send Its:
Kathy Hilton just gave us a new theme song: https://www.instagram.com/reels/DYk5taIxZCk/
Do Azzi and Paige share a wardrobe?: https://www.instagram.com/p/DYnXD47ATQi/
Sue Bird refuses to be bad: https://www.instagram.com/p/DYpd3PVFd89/
Bryce Harper’s problematic toothpaste application: https://www.instagram.com/reel/DYzo8SjDVul/?utm_source=ig_web_copy_link&igsh=MzRlODBiNWFlZA==
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Travis Kelce and Taylor Swift not only made an appearance in Bushwick, Brooklyn – because apparently that’s where A-list weddings are now. Even wilder: the event took place at Blake’s former workplace. She shares the inside scoop on their attendance, while Caroline shares everything we know about the Royal American wedding. Meanwhile, Shakira’s back in her World Cup era after being acquitted for tax fraud. As for Gerard Piqué, her soccer star ex-husband? Shakira’s hips may not lie, but this man does – and we explain why.
In this episode of Well Played, we also cover:
How tall Wemby’s Wemby would have to be (shout out @nbaresdev)
Dak Prescott getting spotted with his ex-fiancées bridesmaid at a pro-bull rider event
Tom Brady coming for Gisele Bundchen’s job on the Gucci runway
Why Dave Portnoy thinks the WNBA hates Caitlin Clark
Who are the Salesian sisters – and why are they so invested in the Spurs winning it all?
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The 2026 Sports Illustrated Swimsuit Issue hits newsstands on Thursday. This year’s cover stars departed from what we’re used to seeing from on the cover of the swimsuit issue in recent years – diverse ages, races, and especially body sizes. With conversations around GLP-1s, the death of body positivity in our culture, and the general shrinking of high profile women that’s hard to ignore, Blake and Caroline wonder: why the sudden shift?
In this episode of Well Played, we also cover:
Whether Justin Herbert will be the next victim of the “music video curse”
Olivia Culpo’s controversial baby announcement ft. a donut cake and a used pregnancy test
The WNBA’s 30th season kickoff – and whether we’re in a post-Caitlin Clark era
Why Caroline wouldn’t call her ex, even if it guaranteed a Jets Super Bowl win
Carlos Alcaraz showing off his tush – we mean talents, in his Vanity Fair cover story
Send Its:
The 17-month-old baby ball knower https://www.instagram.com/reel/DYGE6nBADWI/?utm_source=ig_web_copy_link&igsh=MzRlODBiNWFlZA==
Pope Leo is all in on Nike: https://www.gq.com/story/pope-leo-xiv-wore-nikes
Bennett Scheffler attends PGA Championship in full PJs: https://www.instagram.com/reel/DYM9v2lREw8/?utm_source=ig_web_copy_link&igsh=MzRlODBiNWFlZA==
Vanity Fair Carlos Alcaraz edition: https://www.vanityfair.com/news/story/carlos-alcaraz-cover-story
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The “Devil Wears Prada 2” movie features two athlete cameos – one is a player from Anne Hathaway’s favorite basketball team and the other is a golfer who we wouldn’t blink twice at. Blake spotted both of them during the film, proving that Well Played works, y’all. In other sporty news, we learned nepo babies – or should we say horsies? – exist everywhere, and Ed Sheeran’s football club is the new A-Team.
In this episode of Well Played, we also cover:
Tom Holland’s “Bero Padel Classic” ft. a Zendaya wardrobe malfunction
Why Ashton Kutcher walked so Anthony Davis could run
Serena Williams’ heartfelt post from the Miami Grand Prix about her longtime F1 friend
Our favorite athlete looks from the Met Gala
Send Its:
Tom Holland helps Zendaya: https://www.instagram.com/reels/DXwsrHIOzeA/
Lola Tung and Kelley O’Hara team up for a sapphic soccer movie: https://www.them.us/story/lola-tung-ripe-kelley-ohara-casting
Ed Sheeran celebrates with Ipswich town: https://www.instagram.com/reels/DX2cgpCBO34/
Bam Adebayo and Anthony Davis prank A’ja Wilson: https://youtu.be/r4E-oW3iCi8?si=Ki_D1wnpPsEiTxnm
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The takeaway from this week’s sports and pop culture news is that love isn’t real. From the romance rumors between Mike Vrabel and Dianna Russini to Megan thee Stallion breaking up with Klay Thompson over cheating allegations, we’ve lost all faith in men…except Myles Garrett. He can stay.
In this episode of Well Played, we also cover:
A breakdown of all of the photos and rumors surrounding Mike Vrabel and Dianna Russini
Our favorite picks from the 2026 NFL draft (based on vibes only)
Why Myles Garrett picked up Chloe Kim on the Time 100 Gala red carpet
Trinity Rodman’s moisturizer of choice, plus her inspo for her first goal of the season celly
Caroline shows off her broadcaster voice growth, eight years later
Send Its:
Myles Garrett gives Chloe Kim princess treatment: https://www.instagram.com/p/DXhXzDijqQb/
Cynthia Erivo defies gravity – and notches a personal best: https://www.billboard.com/music/music-news/cynthia-erivo-london-marathon-wicked-defying-gravity-1236232574/
Trinity Rodman’s 100th appearance + goal celly: https://www.nwslsoccer.com/news/matchweek-3-wrapped-angel-city-s-record-stays-perfect-denver-smashes-attendance-record-and-milestone-moments
She also uses this for moisturizer: https://www.instagram.com/p/DXnpJW8jJjC/
Caroline’s first on-air appearance: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BtRkZ5bethI
Chapters
00:00 - Welcome and catch-up
01:29 - The Vrabel & Russini Rumors
14:09 - NFL Insiders vs. Reporters
21:28 - Gender Dynamics in Sports Media
25:20 - Klay Thompson & Megan Thee Stallion Breakup
32:45 - Tennis News: Morgan Riddle & Taylor Fritz
33:46 - Stomach Bug at the Madrid Open
34:43 - NFL Draft Highlights & Emotions
44:04 - Chloe Kim & Myles Garrett at Time 100
45:55 - Trinity Rodman: Beef Tallow & Milestones
47:34 - Cynthia Erivo Defies Gravity at the London Marathon
49:16 - Breaking the 2-Hour Marathon Record
51:00 - Broadcast Voices & Instructor Persona
56:10 - Wrap Up and Personal Updates
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Megan Rapinoe and Sue Bird announced that after a decade together, they’re separating. Excuse us while we fly our flags at half staff. On the opposite end of the love spectrum, Olympic track and field athlete Noah Lyles got married – and probably fired his videographer after sharing the absolute flop of a first look at his bride. Let’s just hope his wife’s love language isn’t “words of affirmation.”
In this episode of Well Played, we also cover:
The controversial question a reported asked Azzi Fudd in her first Dallas Wings press conference
Which Olympian-producing women’s sport Quinnipiac University downgraded from D1 to club level
The WNBA’s Natasha Cloud is teamless – and why the new CBA could have something to do with it
Whether Dexter “Sexy Dexy” Lawrence could help Joe Burrow finally get a ring
The iconic story behind the Boston Marathon’s first woman runner – and how she’s honoring herself 60 years later
Send Its:
Noah Lyles first look flop: https://www.instagram.com/p/DXHhjx5jez_/
Bobbi Gibb statue: https://www.instagram.com/p/DXU3OgxE9Kg/
Erin Andrews does IVF at 47: https://youtu.be/zZga9XWSyZU?si=VQJvJjh_UTOYIea9&t=1923
Victoria Beckham goes Gap: https://www.gapinc.com/en-gb/articles/2026/04/gap-and-victoria-beckham-announce-multi-season-col
Topics
02:07 - Amanda Batula & West Wilson at the Yankees Game
05:44 - Megan Rapinoe & Sue Bird Breakup
08:11 - Azzi Fudd’s Awkward Press Conference
17:29 - "Sexy Dexy" to the Bengals
24:55 - Noah Lyles’ Wedding "First Look" Fail
28:46 - The Iconic Boston Marathon Sculpture
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Coco Gauff sported her natural hair in a recent ad for Miu Miu and the internet showed us why we can’t have nice things. The no. 3 ranked tennis player shut down criticism about her appearance and more importantly, to encourage young Black girls to embrace their natural hair. Meanwhile, the WNBA rolled out its orange carpet for the 2026 draft, and this year’s draftees showed up and showed out on one of the biggest nights of their lives.
In this episode, we also cover:
Propaganda we’re falling for, AKA Hudson Williams’ Peloton ad
Well Played friends of the pod who showed up to Coachella
The Australian runner who beat Usain Bolt’s 20-year record in the 200m sprint
The shocking pay difference between the 2025 and 2026 WNBA draft class, thanks to the league’s new CBA
A self-indulgent recap of the Alix Earle and Alex Cooper beef
Send It:
Meet Gout Gout: https://sports.yahoo.com/olympics/article/australian-sprinter-gout-gout-breaks-under-20-record-with-blazing-200m-time-surpassing-legendary-olympian-usain-bolt-184411317.html
Pope Leo balls out with Harlem Globetrotters: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2IYKsgfO0HQ
Laufey, Hudson Williams, and the Council of Wasia: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yNa8jP4zoJo&list=RDyNa8jP4zoJo&start_radio=1
This couple at the Pacers game is all of us: https://www.threads.com/@thedankbrew/post/DW__SuSEZJE?xmt=AQF0MSzRnAYJn5UQchQP8TGsWhUf5ilzN3tp0mLpbd49Ot5K5HfogDuEUdsLI0GQi_giHrRo&slof=1
Plus, when Shaq offered to buy their engagement ring: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kVxAaY4ZBss
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This March Madness, the category was “upset.” At least on the women’s side. South Carolina upset UCONN — the overwhelming favorite on the women’s side – which failed on its mission to win the natty two years in a row. Then, UCONN coach Geno Auriemma literally upset South Carolina coach Dawn Staley in a post-game screaming match. We dive into his allegations, his half-assed apology, and why we’re tired of seeing women have to take the higher road.
In this episode of Well Played, we also cover:
Angel Reese kicks off WNBA free agency trade, going from the Chicago Sky to the Atlanta Dream
Khloe Kardashian and Lamar Odom share the reality behind Odom’s addiction in a new episode of “Untold”
Josh Allen and Hailee Steinfeld’s first public engagement after having their baby girl
Rapper J. Cole’s new sporty side quest that literally no one asked for
Madison Keys recaps the Amanda Batula and West Wilson drama
Send It:
Royal Baby of Buffalo enters the chat: https://www.instagram.com/p/DWpTKnYkk9G/
Rory McIlroy’s Masters Menu: https://www.masters.com/en_US/news/articles/2026-03-18/for_mcilroy_a_masterful_menu_with_a_touch_of_home.html
J. Cole off to China: https://www.espn.com/nba/story/_/id/48374160/rapper-j-cole-signs-chinese-league-nanjing-monkey-kings
Madison Keys on the Summer House drama for The Tennis Channel: https://www.instagram.com/p/DWsJINjDngv/
Other links:
Lauren Betts’ The Player’s Tribune essay “I Want to Be Here’: https://www.theplayerstribune.com/lauren-betts-ncaa-basketball-ucla
Kyle Cook’s messy rant: https://www.youtube.com/shorts/jIQsRMg6V8s
Geno Auriemma, updated apology post recording: https://sports.yahoo.com/articles/geno-auriemma-sparks-backlash-incomplete-193229146.html
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Marathoner Emma Bates went viral after sharing that her sponsor, UCan, dropped her once they learned she was pregnant. While UCan denied the allegation, it still reminded us of an unfortunate reality for women athletes – that the “pregnancy penalty” still exists. We break down what the penalty is, why some women athletes view pregnancy as a “death sentence” to their career, and how athletes like Allyson Felix have fought to stop it.
In this episode, we also cover:
Naomi Osaka retirement rumors swirling after her comments around motherhood and her tennis career
Shaq addressing the AI-generated texts between him and Sabrina Carpenter
NWSL smashing record attendance (again) – and the Denver Summit player who proved representation does matter
Which teams made it to the Final Four, and how Blake and Caroline’s brackets are doing
Send Its:
Carson Pickett’s heartwarming moment with young fan: https://www.instagram.com/reels/DWcSRqXEjN_/
Shaq’s AI-generated texts: https://youtu.be/rOxlgU75f7w?si=D7XQPSA24hqA5wqz&t=18
The Stewart-Brunson fracture: https://people.com/martha-stewart-said-nba-player-broke-her-toe-courtside-11871039
Miss Thailand contestant breaks it down: https://www.instagram.com/reel/DWeaQ_PDRRM/?utm_source=ig_web_copy_link&igsh=MzRlODBiNWFlZA==
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It finally happened – the WNBA voted to ratify its new collective bargaining agreement, months after the deadline passed. It’s a major win for professional women’s basketball players and the league, which will offer what it calls “the first comprehensive revenue-sharing model in women's professional sports history.” With just weeks until the season starts, the off-season – and free agency chaos – begins.
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The internet was all in on Timothée Chalamet’s Oscars run last year for “Marty Supreme” (guilty as charged). The Academy? Not so much. The ping-pong flick struck out, Chalamet walked back his ballet take, and he left empty-handed. Meanwhile, ballerina Misty Copeland had a front-row seat, performing onstage during Sinners’ “I Lied to You.” She joins us on Well Played to talk about getting the call from Ryan Coogler, what society gets wrong about women’s strength, and her journey back after hip replacement surgery.
In this episode of Well Played, we also cover:
Chloe Kim and Myles Garett’s unlikely matchmaker
Boston Legacy’s record-breaking home opener – and why the record won’t last long
Misty Copeland on how she gained a newfound strength post-retirement
How Oksana Masters went from orphan in Ukraine to most decorated Paralympian
Where to find our March Madness brackets
Send Its:
Dua Lipa, Callum Turner, and Jannik Sinner give us a lesson in body language: https://www.instagram.com/reel/DV4oi-7D4DV/?utm_source=ig_web_copy_link&igsh=MzRlODBiNWFlZA==
Indian Wells’ Whitney Houston challenge: https://www.instagram.com/reel/DV1Xi3GigJ7/?utm_source=ig_web_copy_link&igsh=MzRlODBiNWFlZA==
Learn about Chandler Bing: https://vucommodores.com/roster/chandler-bing/
Christian McCaffrey goes to (fashion) jail: https://www.instagram.com/reel/DV0Apt5jR1j/?utm_source=ig_web_copy_link&igsh=MzRlODBiNWFlZA==
Bonus: Oksana Masters article from “The Player’s Tribune” https://projects.theplayerstribune.com/oksana-masters-the-hard-part-out-loud/p/1
Follow Misty Copeland: @mistyonpointe
Learn about Aveeno x Togethxr's "The Strength Issue": @aveeno @Togethxr
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Mercury is in retrograde which can only mean one thing — breakups. From Dak Prescott and Sarah Jane Ramos calling off their wedding to Luka Dončić’s fiancée deleting all of her photos with the star hooper, this week gave us nothing but drama in the love department. Plus, Caroline recaps this week’s free agency frenzy and CBS’ betting analyst, Mackenzie Brooks, gives practical advice on how to actually win your March Madness pool.
In this episode of Well Played, we also cover:
Who promptly shut down the Joe Burrow and Jessica Alba dating rumors
Why some are mad after Sydney Leroux’s annual International Women’s Day post
How Tobin Heath’s jersey retirement came full circle, ft. Brandi Chastain
Why no one — not even elite athletes like Aryna Sabalenka — is safe from their moms comments on their appearance
Send Its:
Italians at the World Baseball Classic: https://www.instagram.com/p/DVmhwuWDezX/?hl=en
Sydney Leroux’s iconic International Women’s Day post: https://www.instagram.com/p/DVpJv2Bj8Fs/?utm_source=ig_web_copy_link&igsh=NTc4MTIwNjQ2YQ%3D%3D&img_index=6
Steven’s Institute lax bros support at spelling bee: https://www.instagram.com/p/DVoQ_QMDij2/
Iridocyclitis: https://www.youtube.com/shorts/oOrWDt1o1gk
Practicing sports is embarrassing: https://www.instagram.com/p/DVoQ_QMDij2/
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Harry Styles ran two marathons and all he got was peeing advice that we may or may not adopt. Heavy on the “may not”. Trinity Rodman and Cameron Brink reminded us that Gen Z almost always finds love using the internet, and made us yearn for the Carolyn Bessette Kennedy and JFK Jr. days of romance (are you team red roses or white orchids?). And in actual sports news, Caroline tells us who to look out for post-NFL Combine.
In this episode of Well Played, we also cover:
Charles LeClerc’s first wedding – implying there is a second
How Azzi Fudd and Sarah Strong led UCONN women’s basketball to dominance this season
Comparing the NBA and WNBA’s salary caps ahead of the women’s CBA deadline on March 10
Dawn Staley’s advice for Bam Adebayo when it comes to A’ja Wilson
A four-for-one Alysa Liu Send It, from her trip to “Watch What Happens Live” to meeting Daniel Radcliffe
Send Its:
Soccer player gives seagull CPR: https://www.instagram.com/reels/DVXHV-vkxgj/
UCONN vs. UMass breakaway lights out: https://www.ctinsider.com/sports/uconn/article/hockey-umass-mullins-center-lights-viral-score-ot-21949129.php
Who’s Alysa Liu’s Olympic crush?: https://www.instagram.com/p/DVSW-YTFHTn/?utm_source=ig_embed&ig_rid=cd0deea4-8a44-408a-be19-2aafadcb19b8
And who’s the mascot who dressed like her?: https://www.youtube.com/shorts/q_wuyZ33cJs
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