The Ringer
The Ringer WNBA Show, hosted by The Ringer’s Seerat Sohi, breaks down the latest happenings in The W, with must-listen analysis, thoughts and more featuring some of the best guests and experts from around the league.
In this episode, Seerat answers listener mailbag questions on the Liberty, Mystics, Wings, and more. Host: Seerat Sohi Producer: Stefan Anderson Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
In this episode, Seerat is joined by The Athletic’s Sabreena Merchant to recap the Lynx-Valkyries matchup and what both teams could learn heading into the postseason. Then they discuss Angel Reese’s historic week, Kate Koval leaving LSU, Enes Kanter Freedom’s trip to Chicago, and the things that bring them joy. (0:20) Intro (1:20) Lynx-Valkyries recap (23:25) The week of Angel (36:09) Kate Koval leaves LSU (49:19) Enes Kanter Freedom goes to Chicago (54:10) Things that bring us joy Host: Seerat Sohi Guest: Sabreena Merchant Producer: Stefan Anderson Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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 Guest: Jackie Powell Producer: Stefan Anderson Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Seerat is joined by ESPN’s Michael Voepel to recap Fever-Valkyries, how each team should approach the trade deadline, the Sparks’ future, and the Silver-Engelbert relationship. (0:16) Intro (2:15) Valkyries-Fever recap (17:47) The Fever’s lack of depth (22:15) Caitlin’s unique position (42:50) Should GS make a move? (49:03) What are the Sparks doing? (1:00:00) Silver’s comments on Engelbert Host: Seerat Sohi Guest: Michael Voepel Producer: Stefan Anderson Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
In this episode, Seerat opens by discussing the Sparks firing GM Raegan Pebley, how the team should move forward, and Angel Reese’s dominant performance against L.A. on Monday night. Then, Seerat is joined by Connecticut Sun play-by-play announcer Brendan Glasheen to break down how the WNBA has advanced in scoring, highlighting players like Paige Bueckers, Marina Mabrey, Caitlin Clark, and Kelsey Mitchell. (0:00) Intro (2:30) Sparks fire Raegan Pebley (7:34) What’s next for the Sparks? (24:18) Angel’s explosive night (27:46) Brendan Glasheen joins the show (30:12) The W’s scoring evolution (33:13) Mabrey’s rise (46:09) The issues with the Fever’s backcourt (55:14) Mid-Range Paige Host: Seerat Sohi Guest: Brendan Glasheen Producer: Stefan Anderson Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
In this episode, Seerat opens by discussing the president and Congress’s attempt to protect Caitlin Clark, the Fever’s recent West Coast swing, and Chennedy Carter being released. Then, she is joined by the Chicago Sun-Times’ Alissa Hirsh to discuss the Sky-Skylar Diggins feud, Courtney Vandersloot’s role on the team, and Chicago’s late collapses. (0:18) Intro (0:35) Congress steps in for Caitlin (10:37) The Fever's West Coast swing (22:35) Chennedy Carter waived (34:15) Alissa Hirsh joins the show (34:37) Skylar Diggins benched (38:30) Chicago's late-game mishaps (52:01) What’s next for Skylar? (01:09:33) The future of the Sky Host: Seerat Sohi Guest: Alissa Hirsh Producer: Stefan Anderson Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
In this episode, Seerat opens by discussing the drama with between the Sky and Skylar Diggins, and what went wrong with the Sparks. Then, she is joined by the Mercury News’ Nathan Canilao to break down the Valkyries' infuriating defense and Gabby Williams’s MVP season. (0:17) Intro (1:22) Sky vs. Skylar (12:13) The Sparks' impatient team-building (18:03) Nathan Canilao joins the show (23:41) Gabby Williams's MVP year (41:54) The Valkyries' versatile defense (52:54) Should they add at the deadline? (58:48) The Valkyries and young talent Host: Seerat Sohi Guest: Nathan Canilao Producer: Stefan Anderson Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
In this episode, Seerat opens by discussing the All-Star starters and who may have been snubbed. Then she is joined by Defector’s Maitreyi Anantharaman to do a deep dive on Olivia Miles. (0:18) Intro (0:28) All-Star selections and snubs (11:28) A deep dive on Olivia Miles (15:08) Olivia’s creativity (28:42) Dyckman's influence (33:42) How Notre Dame and TCU shaped her (51:27) 2026 draft recap (58:10) Phee’s return Host: Seerat Sohi Guest: Maitreyi Anantharaman Producer: Stefan Anderson Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
In this episode, Seerat is joined by producer Stefan Anderson to recap the Commissioner's Cup, the spat between Alyssa Thomas and Cathy Engelbert, and the White House reposting Sophie Cunningham. (0:47) Intro (3:10) The Liberty win the Commissioner’s Cup (28:10) The response from Engelbert v. Thomas (43:53) The White House reposting Sophie Cunningham (78:02) Which WNBA team should LeBron play for? Host: Seerat Sohi Producer: Stefan Anderson Be sure to check out Seerat's new piece on the WNBA's actual problem surrounding Caitlin Clark. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
In this episode, Seerat discusses the Caitlin Clark injury and her scuffle with Alyssa Thomas, Seattle’s young frontcourt, and Paige Bueckers in the clutch. Then she is joined by USA Today’s Callie Fin to talk about her experience of being pregnant and covering the WNBA and the parasocial relationship of the W fans. (0:46) Intro (1:18) Caitlin’s injury and the AT foul (7:26) Paige Bueckers in the clutch (9:11) Kelsey Plum’s injury (10:52) Malonga-Fam tandem (12:19) The Liberty at full strength (14:08) Callie Fin joins (16:30) Her pregnancy experience (46:17) Hamby-Aces (63:19) The Aces playing with stakes (73:39) Parasocial relationships with WNBA Players Host: Seerat Sohi Guest: Callie Fin Producer: Stefan Anderson Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
In this episode, Seerat is joined by The Athletic’s Sabreena Merchant to recap the Sparks-Liberty matchup, which celebrated the WNBA’s 30th anniversary. Then they talk about the Mystics' streak, the Sky’s late-game blunders, and more. (1:03) Intro (5:18) Sparks-Liberty history and Nneka’s shot (20:42) Between The Lines (29:26) The Liberty is integrating Sabally and Ionescu into the lineups. (38:10) The Sky’s late-game issues (44:18) The Fever’s transition defense (53:11) Kiki Ifaren’s Weekend Host: Seerat Sohi Guest: Sabreena Merchant Producer: Stefan Anderson Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices