The GIST of It
The GIST of It is a twice-weekly podcast on what’s going on in the sports world. Hosts Ellen Hyslop and Stephanie Rotz discuss current sports topics and how they intersect with pop culture and social issues, covering everything from major league season previews to calling out the sexist BS we see in sports daily. Expect a hilarious yet informative conversation with a refreshing female perspective on the world of sports.
- Update frequency
- every 3 days
- Average duration
- 29 minutes
- Episodes
- 490
- Years Active
- 2020 - 2025
Ep #202: Utah protects trans kids while the Atlanta Braves strike out
On today’s episode of The GIST of It, co-hosts Ellen Hyslop and Steph Rotz have one up and one down from the sports world. Starting with the good news, El and Steph discuss a rare win for trans kids …
00:25:58 |
Tue 23 Aug 2022
Ep #201: Money talks: Women’s sports media rights
On today’s episode of The GIST of It, co-hosts Ellen Hyslop and Steph Rotz dig into the business side of women’s sports by breaking down the ratings and deals shaping pro and college teams. The money…
00:26:37 |
Thu 18 Aug 2022
Ep #200: Let the games begin: A WNBA playoffs preview
On today’s episode of The GIST of It (the 200th one!), Ellen Hyslop and guest host Lauren Tuiskula break down everything you need to know before the eight-team postseason begins tomorrow. With a new …
00:32:53 |
Tue 16 Aug 2022
Ep #199: Serena Williams’ retirement and parenthood in sports
Hopping off the controversy train for an episode, co-hosts Ellen Hyslop and Steph Rotz dive into athletes and parenthood in today’s edition of The GIST of It.
First, it’s time to smile through the te…
First, it’s time to smile through the te…
00:31:48 |
Thu 11 Aug 2022
Ep #198: A WTF round of missed flights and misogyny
Stop us if you’ve heard this one before, but it’s time for yet another WTF buffet episode of The GIST of It. First, co-hosts Ellen Hyslop and Steph Rotz detail the latest (and perhaps most egregious)…
00:30:30 |
Tue 09 Aug 2022
Ep #197: Appeals galore: The NFL on Deshaun Watson’s suspension and the Lionesses grabbing the governmental mic
Today’s episode of The GIST of It features co-hosts Ellen Hyslop and Steph Rotz reacting to some breaking news after the NFL filed an appeal of the initial six-game suspension levied against Clevelan…
00:26:08 |
Thu 04 Aug 2022
Ep #196: The long-awaited and infuriating Deshaun Watson decision
New month, same The GIST of It podcast. On today’s episode, co-hosts Ellen Hyslop and Steph Rotz react to and break down yesterday’s disappointing but not at all surprising news that, despite facing …
00:32:45 |
Tue 02 Aug 2022
Ep #195: WTF Thursday: NFL chaos and LIV Golf controversy
Welcome back to another WTF-filled episode of The GIST of It. Co-hosts Ellen Hyslop and Steph Rotz kick things off with an update on the dumpster fire that is the Washington Commanders organization, …
00:25:47 |
Thu 28 Jul 2022
Ep #194: Hockey culture? Still trash: The latest on Hockey Canada
On today’s episode of The GIST of It, co-hosts Ellen Hyslop and Steph Rotz are back discussing a topic that’s far too often the subject of this podcast: toxic hockey culture. With Hockey Canada’s sex…
00:27:54 |
Tue 26 Jul 2022
Ep #193: Clip in: A Tour de France Femme Preview
At long last, the first official women’s Tour de France begins this Sunday. So, today’s episode of The GIST of It has everything you need to know about the historic inaugural occasion.
Co-hosts Ellen …
Co-hosts Ellen …
00:26:37 |
Thu 21 Jul 2022
Ep #192: WTFs all around: ESPN’s controversial snubs and a Deshaun Watson update
Hope you’re ready to get fired up on this fine Tuesday because today’s episode of The GIST of It features not one, but two WTF moments from the sports world.
First, co-hosts Ellen Hyslop and Steph Ro…
First, co-hosts Ellen Hyslop and Steph Ro…
00:29:33 |
Tue 19 Jul 2022
Ep #191: Teeing off: The Open and CONCACAF W semis preview
Co-hosts Ellen Hyslop and Steph Rotz are back with another jam-packed episode of The GIST of It featuring the latest men’s golf drama (yes, there’s more) and a preview of Thursday’s all-important CON…
00:23:07 |
Thu 14 Jul 2022
Ep #190: We fly high: WNBA All-Star weekend recap and second half preview
Hoops fans, rejoice. On today’s episode of The GIST of It, co-hosts Ellen Hyslop and Steph Rotz are discussing El’s whirlwind trip to WNBA All-Star weekend in Chicago. You won’t want to miss these be…
00:26:23 |
Tue 12 Jul 2022
Ep #189: One up, one down: Wimbledon’s restrictive dress code and celebratory hockey news
Move aside, fashion police. On today’s episode of The GIST of It, co-hosts Ellen Hyslop and Steph Rotz are discussing Wimbledon’s all-white dress code as well as the rampant misogyny so often intertw…
00:29:43 |
Thu 07 Jul 2022
Ep #188: Everything you need to know about the CONCACAF W Championship & Women’s Euro
Hope you’re ready for a footy fiesta because today’s episode of The GIST of It is all about two major upcoming women’s soccer events — the CONCACAF W Championship (featuring the USWNT and CanWNT) and…
00:25:54 |
Thu 30 Jun 2022
Ep #187: Courts and sports: Roe v. Wade, Deshaun Watson and Brittney Griner
It’s been a difficult few days in the wake of Friday’s Supreme Court ruling overturning Roe v. Wade. On today’s episode of The GIST of It, co-hosts Ellen Hyslop and Steph Rotz will discuss how the sp…
00:30:25 |
Tue 28 Jun 2022
Ep #186: It’s a celebration: The 50th anniversary of Title IX
Today marks the 50th anniversary of Title IX — the U.S. legislation which gave female athletes the right to equal opportunity in sports. So, today’s episode of The GIST of It is a celebration of the …
00:26:39 |
Thu 23 Jun 2022
Ep #185: The hits keep coming: The latest on Deshaun Watson and more golf drama
On today’s episode of The GIST of It, co-hosts Ellen Hyslop and Steph Rotz are diving into a story we’ve covered extensively on the pod — the latest surrounding Cleveland Browns quarterback Deshaun W…
00:26:19 |
Thu 16 Jun 2022
Ep #184: Anti-choice legislation and the NCAA’s response
It’s been a busy stretch in the sports world, so today’s episode of The GIST of It has a little bit of everything. First, co-hosts Ellen Hyslop and Steph Rotz discuss the future of the NCAA softball …
00:26:52 |
Tue 14 Jun 2022
Ep #183: He said what now?: A deep dive into golf’s latest drama
Happy Friday Jr.!
Buckle up, because today’s episode of The GIST of It is a doozy. Today marks the start of LIV Golf, a Saudi Arabian–backed event intended to rival the PGA tour. But the event is in …
Buckle up, because today’s episode of The GIST of It is a doozy. Today marks the start of LIV Golf, a Saudi Arabian–backed event intended to rival the PGA tour. But the event is in …
00:23:45 |
Thu 09 Jun 2022
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