Attack the Baseline - A WNBA Podcast
by Attack the Baseline - A WNBA Podcast, Bleav
Attack the Baseline is a beginner's WNBA podcast by beginners with baseline knowledge! Every episode, John and Kristen learn the history of women's basketball, get to know the players, and explore the happenings of the league, ultimately in hopes that, someday, a team will come join them in Philadelphia. All knowledge levels are welcome! Email: [email protected]
Episodes
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Angel Reese and the Dream Have the Momentum, can the Valks Steal it Back?
John and Kristen talk about the first 3 games of the Finals and what they think GSV needs to do to win back momentum in the series. Angel Reese's impact on the series Atlanta's stellar defense Golden State's offensive needs Bluesky: ATBPod Instagram: atbpod_ Email: [email protected]
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Valkyries or Dream? Who's Roster Stacks Up Better for the 2026 WNBA Finals?
John and Kristen preview the WNBA Finals, compare the rosters, and make their Finals picks. They also celebrate this year's All-Rookie team. Bluesky: ATBPod Instagram: atbpod_ Email: [email protected]
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Angel Gets Her Flowers & Gabby is a Superstar; Semi-Finals Game 1 Recap
John and Kristen recap round 1 of the WNBA playoffs and look ahead to round 2, breaking down the opening games from Dream vs Liberty and Aces vs Valkyries. Bluesky: ATBPod Instagram: atbpod_ Email: [email protected]
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Previewing the First Round of the 2026 WNBA Playoffs
John and Kristen talk through each of the four opening round matchups of the 2026 WNBA Playoffs, giving picks and choosing an X-Factor for each team. Bluesky: ATBPod Instagram: atbpod_ Email: [email protected]
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USA Wins FIBA Gold Number 5 + Previewing the Last Week of the W
John and Kristen recap the end of the FIBA World Cup, where the US brought home its 5th gold medal. They also look at the best matchups to close out the WNBA regular season and crash out about the Unrivaled Tour Bus. Bluesky: ATBPod Instagram: atbpod_ Email: [email protected]
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Team USA's Struggles with Italy; FIBA Group Stage Recap
John and Kristen discuss the USA's group stage effort against China, Italy, and Czechia. They also look forward to Hungary and beyond. Bluesky: ATBPod Instagram: atbpod_ Email: [email protected]
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Will Golden State Win it All? + Bonner's Dream Start & The Unrivaled Tour
Kristen and John talk about the upcoming Unrivaled Tour for the Unrivaled Tour. They also look at the upcoming FIBA group round and strong weeks by Atlanta and Golden State. Bluesky: ATBPod Instagram: atbpod_ Email: [email protected]
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DeWanna Bonner Bought Out of Phoenix, Diana Taurasi Jersey Retirement and Playoff Jockeying
John and Kristen discuss the buyout of DeWanna Bonner from the Phoenix Mercury. They also talk about their time in Phoenix for the Diana Taurasi Ring of Honor Night and some of the meaningful playoff matchups of the last few weeks. Bluesky: ATBPod Instagram: atbpod_ Email:...
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Playoff Matchups Each Team Should Want + Hello Cleveland Sirens & KP in Phoenix
John and Kristen go through a massive news dump and discuss potential playoff matchups that teams should want to draw and want to avoid. Bluesky: ATBPod Instagram: atbpod_ Email: [email protected]
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The Women's Professional Baseball League Has Arrived! (with Travis)
John and Kristen are joined by Friend of the Pod Travis to discuss the inaugural weekend of the WPBL. They discuss the history of women's baseball, the WPBL's 4 teams, and everything Travis experienced on his trip to Springfield for opening weekend.…
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Los Angeles at a Loss at the Trade Deadline + What is Washington's Ceiling?
John and Kristen recap a miniscule trade deadline, discuss the state of things for the Los Angeles Sparks, and wonder how far this current Mystics squad could go. Bluesky: ATBPod Instagram: atbpod_ Email: [email protected]
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5 Trade Ideas Ahead of the WNBA Trade Deadline
Ahead of this year's WNBA Trade Deadline, Kristen reacts to John's 5 trade ideas. Bluesky: ATBPod Instagram: atbpod_ Email: [email protected]
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Observations from WNBA All-Star Weekend 2026
John and Kristen talk about everything they saw from this weekend's All-Star festivities in Chicago. Bluesky: ATBPod Instagram: atbpod_ Email: [email protected]
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How Bri Jones Fixes the Dream & Why Valkyries Win Streak Snapped
John and Kristen return to talk about the Atlanta Dream's 3 game win streak and the red hot Golden State Valkyries. They also give their takes about the players in this year's All-Star Weekend 3-pt contest. Bluesky: ATBPod Instagram: atbpod_ Email: [email protected]
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Reacting to the 2026 WNBA All-Star Draft
Kristen fills John in on the live draft between Cynthia Cooper and Teresa Weatherspoon for this year's WNBA All-Star Game in Chicago on July 25th. Bluesky: ATBPod Instagram: atbpod_ Email: [email protected]
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Conspiracies in Chicago and Tired Legs in Atlanta
John and Kristen dig into what's happening with the Chicago Sky guard situation and how the Atlanta Dream starting 5 needs a bit of a break. Bluesky: ATBPod Instagram: atbpod_ Email: [email protected]
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We're Back! Catching Up on What We Missed (with Laura and Elizabeth)
Friends of the Pod Laura and Elizabeth stop by to help John and Kristen get caught up on all that they missed during their vacation. Bluesky: ATBPod Instagram: atbpod_ Email: [email protected]
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A Local's Reaction to Portland's Embrace of the Fire (with Matthew)
John and Kristen are joined by Friend of the Pod Matthew to hear first hand how Portland has embraced the the Fire. Bluesky: ATBPod Instagram: atbpod_ Email: [email protected]
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The Minnesota Lynx and Vegas Aces Duel for the Western Conference
During Kristen's Flu Game, her and John discuss the two teams sitting at the top of the league, the Vegas Aces and Minnesota Lynx. Bluesky: ATBPod Instagram: atbpod_ Email: [email protected]
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The New York Liberty Turned it Around, can the Phoenix Mercury Do the Same?
John and Kristen talk about promising weeks for both the New York Liberty and the Phoenix Mercury. Can both teams continue to win? Bluesky: ATBPod Instagram: atbpod_ Email: [email protected]
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Struggles and Silver Linings for the Storm and Sun
John and Kristen discuss the state of the Storm and Sun, highlighting their respective struggles with injury and how they could improve over the season. They also discuss highlights by the Tempo and Wings and Nick U'Ren interviewing in Philadelphia. Bluesky: ATBPod Instagram: atbpod_ Email:...
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Early Standouts in Portland & Toronto, How the W's Newest Teams are Finding Success
John and Kristen talk through what they've seen out of the league's newest teams, the Toronto Tempo and the Portland Fire. They also touch on the Comeback Queens of the Atlanta Dream and Kelsey Plum's big night in Vegas. Bluesky: ATBPod Instagram: atbpod_ Email: [email protected]
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A Difficult Road for Dallas + Fever Find Their Offensive Flow
This week on the show, John and Kristen follow Dallas and Indiana following their opening weekend clash. They also touch on injuries around the league and the return of international players. Bluesky: ATBPod Instagram: atbpod_ Email: [email protected]
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11 Takeaways from the WNBA's Opening Weekend
Kristen and John share takeaways from each of the 11 opening weekend games of the 2026 WNBA Season. Bluesky: ATBPod Instagram: atbpod_ Email: [email protected]
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Preseason Previews: Phoenix Mercury, New York Liberty, Minnesota Lynx + Cloud Signs with Chicago
As the 2026 WNBA season is set to tip off on May 8th, John and Kristen are previewing all 15 teams! Today, they close out the exercise with the Phoenix Mercury, New York Liberty, and Minnesota Lynx. They also discuss Natasha Cloud joining the Chicago Sky. Bluesky: ATBPod Instagram: atbpod_ Email:...
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Preseason Previews: Las Vegas Aces, Los Angeles Sparks, Washington Mystics
As the 2026 WNBA season is set to tip off on May 8th, John and Kristen are previewing all 15 teams! Today, they go through the Las Vegas Aces, the Los Angeles Sparks, and the Washington Mystics. Bluesky: ATBPod Instagram: atbpod_ Email: [email protected]
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Preseason Previews: Golden State Valkyries, Connecticut Sun, Toronto Tempo
As the 2026 WNBA season is set to tip off on May 8th, John and Kristen are previewing all 15 teams! Today, they go through the Golden State Valkyries, the Connecticut Sun, and the Toronto Tempo. Bluesky: ATBPod Instagram: atbpod_ Email: [email protected]
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Preseason Previews: Dallas Wings, Seattle Storm, Portland Fire
As the 2026 WNBA season is set to tip off on May 8th, John and Kristen are previewing all 15 teams! Today, they go through the Dallas Wings, Seattle Storm, and Portland Fire. Bluesky: ATBPod Instagram: atbpod_ Email: [email protected]
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Preseason Previews: Indiana Fever, Chicago Sky, Atlanta Dream
As the 2026 WNBA season is set to tip off on May 8th, John and Kristen are previewing all 15 teams! Today, they go through the Indiana Fever, the Chicago Sky, and the Atlanta Dream. Bluesky: ATBPod Instagram: atbpod_ Email: [email protected]
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Reacting to the Chaos of the 2026 WNBA Draft
John and Kristen go through every first round pick from the 2026 WNBA Draft, as well as some interesting later round picks. The surprise of Gabby Jaquez at 5 The shock of the Flau'Jae Trade Did Washington actually win the night? Bluesky: ATBPod Instagram: atbpod_ Email: [email protected]
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WNBA FREE AGENCY FRENZY: Our Top 10 Moves (So Far)
John and Kristen take in the chaos of the opening days of WNBA free agency and rank their favorite moves so far. Bluesky: ATBPod Instagram: atbpod_ Email: [email protected]
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UCLA Women Are Finally National Champions
Kristen and John discuss the highs and lows of the final weekend of the 2026 Women's March Madness Tournament and congratulate UCLA on their program's first national championship. Bluesky: ATBPod Instagram: atbpod_ Email: [email protected]
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Reacting to the Portland Fire & Toronto Tempo Double Expansion Draft
John and Kristen talk through ESPN's broadcast of the Tempo and Fire Double Expansion Draft. They also go through each team and discuss what they think about the selections made. Bluesky: ATBPod Instagram: atbpod_ Email: [email protected]
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Bonus Episode: The FRAUD DRAFT
Before we released our most recent episode featuring our Double Expansion WNBA Mock Draft, we did the whole exercise with incorrect rules. Go check that episode out first if you haven't yet! Bluesky: ATBPod Instagram: atbpod_ Email: [email protected]
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Toronto Tempo vs. Portland Fire Mock Expansion Draft (Take 2)
Ahead of Friday's double expansion draft, John and Kristen go back through the activity now having the real rules. Bluesky: ATBPod Instagram: atbpod_ Email: [email protected]
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There's a new CBA! How This Will Change the W and What is Still Missing
John and Kristen react to the newly inked WNBA CBA, discussing the good and bad of the transformational deal. Bluesky: ATBPod Instagram: atbpod_ Email: [email protected]
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The 2026 Bracket: UConn Destined to Repeat? (with Dat)
John and Kristen are joined by Dat to take a trip around the 2026 NCAA Bracket. Can UConn repeat? Does UCLA have the fire power to get it done? Bluesky: ATBPod Instagram: atbpod_ Email: [email protected] Join the Bracket Challenge!...
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Championship Sunday Takeaways, Unrivaled Final Reactions, and FIBA Dates to Watch
Kristen and John go through the Championship Sunday for the SEC, ACC, Big 10, and Big 12 women's conferences. They also discuss the finale of Unrivaled and important dates for international fixtures. Bluesky: ATBPod Instagram: atbpod_ Email: [email protected]
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Previewing Phantom vs Mist, Stewart and Plum's Letter, Odyssey Sims Wins AU
John and Kristen talk through the Unrivaled quarter and semi-final rounds as well as previewing the final. They discuss the leak of Breanna Stewart and Kelsey Plum's letter, and also round our another season of Athletes Unlimited. Bluesky: ATBPod Instagram: atbpod_ Email: [email protected]
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Who We Want in the Unrivaled Final, the March 10th "Deadline", AU Top Ten
John and Kristen look toward the final day of Unrivaled play and project where the seeding will fall. They also discuss recent CBA news and the top ten of Athletes Unlimited. Bluesky: ATBPod Instagram: atbpod_ Email: [email protected]
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Chelsea Gray Reigns Supreme in Epic Unrivaled 1v1 Tournament
John and Kristen discuss an incredible 1v1 tournament at Unrivaled. They also discuss Angel Reese's return to the Rose, the top point leaders at Athletes Unlimited, and the new book "Court Queens" available March 17th. Bluesky: ATBPod Instagram: atbpod_ Email: [email protected]
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Picking Every Matchup of the 2026 Unrivaled 1v1 Tournament
John and Kristen use there guts to pick all 31 matchups for this year's Unrivaled 1v1 Tournament. Bluesky: ATBPod Instagram: atbpod_ Email: [email protected]
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Philly is Unrivaled Takeaways, the Best AU Squad, and Can UConn Remain Undefeated?
John and Kristen go through the news around women's hoops, touching on Unrivaled, Athletes Unlimited, CBA negotiations, Portland Fire Jerseys, and UConn's undefeated streak. Bluesky: ATBPod Instagram: atbpod_ Email: [email protected]
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Our Weekend at Unrivaled Season 2: Dom Dunks, Hive Rising?
John and Kristen recount their weekend in Miami for Unrivaled Season 2. Bluesky: ATBPod Instagram: atbpod_ Email: [email protected]
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Unrivaled All Year? + Standouts From Weekend 2
Kristen and John discuss Natasha Cloud's comments about Unrivaled being played in the summer if no CBA deal materializes. They also highlight which players had a big weekend. Bluesky: ATBPod Instagram: atbpod_ Email: [email protected]
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Will Paige Bueckers Tally Unrivaled's First Triple Double? + Weekend 1 Recap
Kristen and John talk through the takeaways from Unrivaled's first 4 day weekend. Bluesky: ATBPod Instagram: atbpod_ Email: [email protected]
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Unrivaled Season 2 Tips Off!
John and Kristen talk through opening night for Season 2 of Unrivaled, highlighting each of the leagues 8 teams. Bluesky: ATBPod Instagram: atbpod_ Email: [email protected]
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The 2026 WNBA Bingo Board
Kristen and John go over their 25 predictions for the upcoming WNBA, Unrivaled, and Athletes Unlimited seasons. Bluesky: ATBPod Instagram: atbpod_ Email: [email protected]
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Who Gets Selected? The 2026 Mock Double Expansion Draft Pt. 2
In part 2 of this year's Mock Expansion Draft, Kristen and John compete against one another to select their 12 person roster from the unprotected player pool. They also discuss Unrivaled news and Sylvia Fowles return to the WNBA. Bluesky: ATBPod Instagram: atbpod_ Email: [email protected]
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Who Gets Protected? The 2026 WNBA Mock Double Expansion Draft Pt.1
In part 1 of this year's Mock Expansion Draft, Kristen and John brainstorm the 5 players each team would protect. They also celebrate A'ja Wilson being Time: Athlete of the Year. Bluesky: ATBPod Instagram: atbpod_ Email: [email protected]
About this show
Attack the Baseline is a beginner's WNBA podcast by beginners with baseline knowledge! Every episode, John and Kristen learn the history of women's basketball, get to know the players, and explore the happenings of the league, ultimately in hopes that, someday, a team will come join them in Philadelphia. All knowledge levels are welcome! Email: [email protected]
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