How To Pretend To Like Sports

We're unpacking how March Madness actually works, why the selection process is messier than you'd think, and how to hold your own in any bracket competition this year.

Monica and Karlee discuss the peculiarities of February, their gardening aspirations, and the chatter surrounding the recent Olympic hockey games. They delve into medal counts, the cultural significance of the Olympics, and the upcoming March Madness, highlighting the tournament's logistics and anticipation.

Monica and Karlee spiral in the best way about the Olympics. We’re talking favorite events, why curling has the PR team of the century, and how it somehow dominates screen time every single year.We get into what it actually costs to be an Olympic athlete, and how wildly different the opportunities are across sports.Chapters00:00 Olympic Excitement and Curling Confusion02:47 Diving into Olympic Sports and Competitions03:08 The Drama of Curling and Cheating Controversies05:49 Comparing Sports: Opportunities and Challenges08:39 The Economics of Being an Olympic Athlete11:26 Curling's Rise and the Future of the Sport14:21 Bobsledding and Skeleton: The Thrill of Speed17:05 Traveling for the Olympics: A Global Perspective19:27 Reflections on Winter Sports and Personal Experiences22:02 Medal Counts and National Pride25:07 Looking Ahead: Upcoming Olympic Events

In this episode, Monica and Karlee break down what’s happening in sports for anyone who wants to be in the know without doing homework. From snowstorm chaos and very millennial homeownership stress to why the Super Bowl has everyone talking.They unpack the drama around Bill Belichick and his Hall of Fame snub, what actually counts as cheating in sports, and why the Olympics keep colliding with politics and culture.Plus, a look at how money, sponsorships, and global events are quietly reshaping the sports world.

This week: Monica and Karlee break down why there are basically 27-year-olds still playing college football (COVID eligibility is wild), the Pop-Tarts Bowl's unhinged marketing genius, and NFL playoff drama. Plus: conspiracy theories about the 49ers' injuries, why breakfast foods are a cultural battlefield, Winter Olympics excitement, and the most annoying thing about watching sports right now.instagram @karlee.rea @monicawoodhams

Monica and Karlee are back from their holidays to spill all the college football drama you didn't know you needed. Think of it as your sports-savvy besties explaining why everyone's losing their minds over college football right now.THE JUICY BITS:🎭 Transfer Portal = Reality TV on Steroids Players are switching teams faster than you can say "NIL deal"💰 Private Equity Has Entered the Chat Big money is sliding into college sports like an unwanted DM, and it's just getting started. They're unpacking what this means for the future of hot dog prices at the stadium.🔮 Hot Takes & Championship Predictions They're making their bold predictions for upcoming games, fully acknowledging they'll probably be hilariously wrong.TL;DR: College football is unrecognizable from five years ago, reality shows are infiltrating college locker rooms, and the whole system is giving "we need to have a group meeting" energy. If you want to sound informed at brunch when people bring up the playoffs, this is your cheat sheet.Perfect for: scrolling during your commute, pretending to work from home, or finally understanding what your sports-obsessed coworker won't shut up about 💅

This week: A Michigan coach is at the center of major drama, college football scandals are unfolding left and right, and the Chiefs aren't going to the playoffs. It's the sports tea you actually want to hear about.Chapters00:00 The Rise of Influencer Culture02:49 Sports Drama Unfolds: Michigan Coach Controversy05:36 The Fallout: Consequences and Reactions08:40 Michigan's Scandalous History11:17 Current Sports Landscape and Upcoming Events16:05 Clickbait Culture in Sports News17:21 Travis Kelce's Career Decisions18:54 The Future of NFL Players20:32 Travis Kelce's Brand and Collaborations22:09 NFL Playoff Picture23:39 The Bengals and Joe Burrow's Future25:42 Understanding NFL Divisions and Conferences27:21 Trivia Night and NFL Facts28:11 Upcoming Sports Events and Discussions

Notre Dame said "no thanks" to a bowl game and everyone has opinions. Monica and Karlee break down what actually happened, why being an independent team in college football is weird, and which bowl games are worth your time. They're ranking bowl games by entertainment value, explaining how playoffs work now versus 2014, and discussing this season's most unexpected NFL storylines. The Notre Dame Dilemma: Independence vs. Conference00:00 Introduction and Initial Questions02:21 Notre Dame's Controversy and Playoff Snub06:11 Bowl Game Decisions and Team Dynamics10:58 Ranking Unique Bowl Games15:43 Food-Themed Bowl Games and Their Quirks20:33 Childhood Memories and Humor21:23 The Cotton Bowl Confusion23:01 Bowl Game Sponsorships and Their Impact24:16 Understanding Bowl Game Eligibility25:33 Playoff Structure and Rankings28:25 The Evolution of College Football Playoffs34:36 NFL Updates and Team PerformancesFollow Monica & KarleeKarleeInstagram @karlee.reaTikTok @karlee.reaMonicaInstagram @monicawoodhamsTikTok @oversharesbymonica

Monica and Karlee catch up about Thanksgiving, football, and all the chaos that came with both. They talk through the biggest surprises from recent games, how coaching shake-ups totally shifted team vibes, and why certain rivalries feel borderline emotional warfare.They also try to break down the whole college football ecosystem, like why players keep transferring, and the difference between bowl games and the actual playoffs.They wrap up with the quick-hit highlights from the NFL and what matchups everyone’s excited about next.00:00 Thanksgiving Reflections and Football Culture02:58 Understanding Football Rules and Fan Dynamics06:03 Game Surprises and Rivalry Tensions08:52 Coaching Changes and Fan Reactions21:22 The Commitment Debate: One Year vs. Two Years28:51 Post Malone Halftime Show: 31:30 Understanding Bowl Games vs. Playoffs36:00 Conference Championships: The Road to the Playoffs

The episode covers TV size debates, celebrity sports fans (Glenn Powell vs Matthew McConaughey for UT), and builds up to rivalry week in college football, particularly Ohio State vs Michigan and the Iron Bowl

Topics CoveredBill Belichick's Cheer Competition Appearance (03:25)Bill attended Jordan Hudson's adult cheerleading competitionHe looked exactly as miserable as you'd expectWhy this proves the age gap even moreMonica's cautionary tale about trying to tumble at 28Vegas F1 Drama (09:21)Las Vegas is flooding right before the F1 race this weekendLast year Vegas had pothole issues that damaged carsWhy drivers hate the celebrity/pop culture vibe of Vegas racesThe European-to-Vegas culture shock is realImportant side note: Buc-ee's > Vegas (confirmed)College Football Coaching Carousel (14:28)James Franklin left Penn State for Virginia Tech (and lost $41M doing it)His payout dropped from $50M to $9MLane Kiffin at Ole Miss got an ultimatum: decide by ThanksgivingWhy rebuilding at a new school seems like starting over for no reasonTHE COMMITTEE REVEALED (20:03)We found out who decides the college football playoffs!Spoiler: It's mostly CURRENT athletic directors (which feels wrong?)Two members have already stepped down this seasonDoes it change every year? Every week? We're investigatingA&M vs South Carolina Chaos (25:45)A&M was down 32-3 at halftime to South CarolinaThey came back to win 31-30 (barely)A state trooper INTENTIONALLY ran into a South Carolina playerHe was immediately sent home (good)Everyone's calling this a "Heisman game" but... shouldn't they not have been losing in the first place?This Weekend's GamesPretty chill weekend—most SEC teams are playing "nothingness teams" before rivalry week hits next week. Save your energy for next week when Ohio State plays Michigan and everything gets intense.Mentioned Teams & PeopleBill Belichick, Jordan HudsonPenn State, Virginia Tech, Ole Miss, LSUTexas A&M, South CarolinaJames Franklin, Lane KiffinThe mysterious playoff committee membersPost Malone (Cowboys halftime show)Follow Monica & KarleeKarleeInstagram @karlee.reaTikTok @karlee.reaMonicaInstagram @monicawoodhamsTikTok @oversharesbymonica

This week, Monica and Karlee why the man behind the Mavs' devastating Luka trade (worst in NBA history?) is gone, LSU's "firing with cause" drama. Plus: For the F1 girlies - Charles Leclerc launches a creative agency, Premier League soccer explained, and the weirdest jersey-switching rule in football that's going to be your fun fact of the week.Show NotesNBA Drama (00:16)Nico Harrison fired as Mavs GM after trading Luka DončićWhy fans are calling it the worst trade in NBA historySecurity banning “Fire Nico” shirts from gamesThe kid who wore a Lakers Luka jersey to apologize to ownershipMiscellaneous Sports (09:21)Premier League relegation system explainedAttending lower-tier soccer matches in LondonCharles Leclerc’s new creative agency “SideQuest”Why storytelling beats traditional athlete endorsementsThe influencer vs. QVC infomercial approachNFL Updates (24:12)Patriots are top of the league without Bill BelichickCollege Football (26:58)Jersey number-switching rules explainedLSU now claiming they fired Brian Kelly “with cause”- Is this about avoiding the payout?Top playoff contenders: Ohio State, Indiana, AlabamaTexas vs. Georgia is a make-or-break gameBYU knocked out of playoff contention by Texas TechHow expanded playoffs change everythingFun Facts & QuestionsMultiple players can wear the same number if they play different positionsPremier League teams can get relegated to lower leaguesMentioned Teams & PlayersDallas Mavericks, LA LakersLuka Dončić, Anthony Davis, Nico HarrisonNew England Patriots, UNCBill BelichickCharles Leclerc (Ferrari F1)LSU, Alabama, Ohio State, Indiana, Texas, Georgia, BYU, Texas TechArch ManningFollow Monica & KarleeKarleeInstagram @karlee.reaTikTok @karlee.reaMonicaInstagram @monicawoodhamsTikTok @oversharesbymonica

The conversation covers a range of topics including beauty product shopping during the Sephora sale, the World Series outcome, Cardi B's appearance at a Patriots game, and the drama surrounding LSU's football team. The discussion also touches on college football rankings and the potential for upsets in upcoming games.Follow Monica & KarleeKarleeInstagram @karlee.reaTikTok @karlee.reaMonicaInstagram @monicawoodhamsTikTok @oversharesbymonicaSephora sale, Setting spray, Makeup brushes, Sunscreens, World Series, Toronto Blue Jays, Cardi B, Patriots game, LSU drama, College football

Karlee and Monica are breaking down everything you need to know this week: college football coaches getting fired mid-season, an NBA gambling scandal that sounds more like a movie. They also tackle the eternal question of whether players want coaches fired as much as fans do, explain what's actually happening in the baseball playoffs, plus: a crash course on onside kicks so you can finally understand what everyone's yelling about.02:43 World Series Insights and Predictions05:25 Fashion in Sports: WAGs and Style Trends: Carmen Mundt style at Austin F1 race was 10/1008:23 NBA Scandal: Gambling and Mafia Involvement10:54 College Football Coaching Firings and Implications18:14 Leadership and Accountability in Sports Organizations21:08 Coaching Changes and Team Loyalty23:24 Upcoming Games and Playoff Implications27:23 Contenders for the College Football Playoffs28:36 The Fun of Bowl Games29:37 Understanding Onside Kicks and Game Rules36:07 Safety in Football and Player ProtectionFollow Monica & KarleeKarleeInstagram @karlee.reaTikTok @karlee.reaMonicaInstagram @monicawoodhamsTikTok @oversharesbymonicaTakeawaysThe College World Series is nearing its conclusion with exciting matchups.Fashion plays a significant role in sports culture, especially among WAGs.A major NBA scandal involves gambling and mafia connections.Coaching changes in college football can significantly impact team dynamics.Fan loyalty often contrasts with the transient nature of coaching staff.Upcoming college football games are crucial for playoff implications.Understanding the rules of onside kicks reveals differences between college and NFL.The importance of recruiting for future seasons is a key focus for teams.The dynamics of sports management are evolving with more owner involvement.The significance of bowl games in college football adds to the excitement.

Monica and Karlee spill all the tea from Karlee's first NFL game at Jerry World (Dallas Cowboys) - from the weird vibe compared to college football to figuring out why stadiums feel so different. They break down the "sports equinox" (yes, it's a real thing), and dive into why college traditions like throwing tortillas are actually kind of iconic. Plus: Josh Allen and Hailee Steinfeld's sweet relationship, Penn State drama, and oh apparently it's the week of the World Series.Chapters00:00 Kickoff to Football Season02:43 Experiencing the NFL Game Day05:53 The Atmosphere of College vs. NFL Football08:42 The Sports Equinox: A Day of All Sports11:41 NFL Game Highlights and Insights14:39 Streaming Services and Sports Coverage25:19 The Thrill of Sports Comebacks26:22 Josh Allen's Personal Life and Its Impact30:07 The Double Standards in Celebrity Relationships32:21 NFL Games in Europe: A Money-Making Strategy35:04 College Football Traditions: The Case of Tortilla Throwing39:26 Bill Belichick's Satirical Coaching Rumors45:08 The Challenges of College Football RankingsFollow Monica & KarleeKarleeInstagram @karlee.reaTikTok @karlee.reaMonicaInstagram @monicawoodhamsTikTok @oversharesbymonica

Touchdown Tea:College Football4:13 Penn State's Coach Fired6:21 Who Penn State's New Coach Might Be7:31 College Coach Firing Buy Out's9:28 Oregon Lost10:18 Auburn vs Georgia Fun Facts11:55 College Football Replay System13:44 Texas OU Game14:19 The most stylish coach's wife in College Football - Loreal Sarkisian17:09 Mariners and Tigers had a 15 inning game and the food at the Mariners stadium sounds fabWhat you need to know for this coming weekend23:06 College Football games you might notice25:57 Boys overreacting to losses27:30 Sports betting ickTerminology29:54 WTF is intentional grounding? And the pocket??Follow Monica & KarleeKarleeInstagram @karlee.reaTikTok @karlee.reaMonicaInstagram @monicawoodhamsTikTok @oversharesbymonica

Monica and Karlee hit the 100th episode and kick things off with a recap of Karlee’s trip to the Ohio State game.Then they give the quick-and-dirty on the NFL for some Touchdown Tea: unexpected wins, standout players, and teams that are kind of a mess right now. They also covered a little college football where Arch Manning still isn’t having his moment, other teams with their coaching situations, and breaking down the weird nuances that will at least serve as a conversation starter.They wrap with what games to keep an eye on next and a fun “WAGs in the News” moment.INSIDE THE EPISODE:00:00 Celebrating Episode 100 and Ohio State Football03:57 Game Day Outfits and Weather Expectations04:56 TOUCHDOWN TEA: NFL05:01 What is a touchback?07:50 What is a safety?10:40 TOUCHDOWN TEA: COLLEGE FOOTBALL20:19 THINGS I HEARD THAT NEED EXPLAININGIneligible Man Down the FIeld?SCORE SOME POINTS -  Questions or facts that you can ask or say around your sports friends to make it seem like you know what’s going on19:58 Bill & UNC25:04 WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW FOR THIS COMING WEEKEND27:09 WAGS IN THE NEWSFollow Monica & KarleeKarleeInstagram @karlee.reaTikTok @karlee.reaMonicaInstagram @monicawoodhamsTikTok @oversharesbymonica

Surprise! Back after a two-year hiatus, and this time with a co-host! Meet Karlee from TikTok and Instagram's "The Girlies Guide to Surviving College Football" series. This podcast is your SparkNotes version of everything happening in sports - no four-hour deep dives, just what you actually need to know to be part of the conversation.In This Episode:The Cowboys Tie Drama: We break down last weekend's Cowboys-Packers game that ended in a 40-40 tie and apparently sent fans into a psychological crisis. We explain the controversial NFL overtime rules, why ties even exist, and why a psychologist had to weigh in on fan reactions.College Football Tea: From the LSU vs. Ole Miss game (where the Ole Miss coach's daughter is dating an LSU linebacker) to the Bill Belichick/UNC situation that's not going as planned, we're serving all the behind-the-scenes drama you actually care about.Fantasy Football 101: Karlee shares her journey from knowing absolutely nothing about football to joining a dynasty league (yes, it's as intense as it sounds) and creating her own fantasy team based entirely on NFL nepo babies.What to Watch This Weekend: We preview the upcoming games worth your attention, including Florida vs. Texas in the Arch Manning era, Alabama vs. Vanderbilt, and why the TCU vs. Colorado game has us stressed.Plus: Why ChatGPT failed us during research, conference realignment chaos, rushing the field gone wrong, and why Georgia just cannot beat Alabama no matter what.Whether you're brand new to sports or just need a refresher after ignoring football for two years (guilty), this is your safe space to ask questions and get answers without feeling lost in the jargon.Questions or topics you want covered? Send them our way—no question is too basic!Follow Karlee: Instagram @karlee.reaTikTok @karlee.reaFollow Monica:Instagram @monicawoodhamsSubstack monicawoodhams.substack.comPodcast SocialsInstagram @pretendtolikesports

F1 Drive to Survive Thoughts, What's the NFL Combine, March Madness is Almost hereTakeaways for the listener – a good best practice is 3-4 key pointsTimestamps to help listeners navigate to specific parts of episodeRecommended next episodes to listen to – keep listeners in your podcast ecosystem!Resources:Check out more conversations at howtopretendtolikesports.comFollow on social media: Instagram @monicawoodhamsTik Tok @howtopretendtolikesportsMerch Shop howtopretendtolikesports.com/store

In this episode, Monica talks aboutFull Swing:• first episode: Jordan and JT’s friendship• flashback to high school & college, learning to play golfDrive to Survive Season 5 - feb 24lChanges coming to the 2023 Season2023 Season Starts: March 4th Bahrain 9am CSTPre-Season TestingResources:Check out more conversations at howtopretendtolikesports.comFollow on social media: Instagram @monicawoodhamsTik Tok @howtopretendtolikesportsMerch Shop howtopretendtolikesports.com/store

In this episode, Monica talks aboutThe Netflix Curse, NFL Divisional Round, College BasketballResources:Check out more conversations at howtopretendtolikesports.comFollow on social media: Instagram @monicawoodhamsTik Tok @howtopretendtolikesportsMerch Shop howtopretendtolikesports.com/store

In this episode, Monica talks about:• NFL Wild Card Games: Cowboys kicker, Failed quarterback sneak, Jaguars comeback-Chargers, Buccs, Jaguars, Cowboys, Ravens, Bengals• F1 makes schedule adjustments and we are traveling the world 10x over• College Basketball: LMU, Gonzaga, KU, TCU, and moreResources:Check out more conversations at howtopretendtolikesports.comFollow on social media: Instagram @monicawoodhamsTik Tok @howtopretendtolikesportsMerch Shop howtopretendtolikesports.com/store

• TCU game experience• Thoughts on the game - Georgia is basically an NFL team, Stetson Bennett 25 years old - his college football career path• Future of TCU footballNFL News:Chiefs ring around the rosey playDerek CarrSean McVay considering stepping downCollege Basketball - week 10 ap 25 pollNotable upcoming basketball gamesCheck out more conversations at howtopretendtolikesports.comFollow on social media: Instagram @monicawoodhamsTik Tok @howtopretendtolikesportsMerch Shop howtopretendtolikesports.com/store

In this episode, Monica talks aboutTCU Football: TCU vs Michigan Game. TCU vs Georgia National Championship gameMichigan coach may be going to the NFLTCU Basketball: Thoughts from the TCU vs Texas Tech gameRutgers upsets PurdueResources:Check out more conversations at howtopretendtolikesports.comFollow on social media: Instagram @monicawoodhamsTik Tok @howtopretendtolikesportsMerch Shop howtopretendtolikesports.com/store

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In this episode, Monica talks about embarrassing yoga wardrobe malfunctions, a freezing Christmas, and how I got into F1.Also talking about what is being called the most exciting World Cup final in history and Lionel Messi and how he met his wife. Sports News• Jalen Hurts out this coming game, injury• Latest NFL Playoff Picture• NFL Christmas Day games• NBA Christmas games• Top NBA TeamsResources:Check out more conversations at howtopretendtolikesports.comFollow on social media: Instagram @monicawoodhamsTik Tok @howtopretendtolikesportsMerch Shop howtopretendtolikesports.com/store

Sports: The Heisman trophy winnerWorld Cup final is almost hereBad news in Texas BaskettballWhy 49ers QB parents were tearing up at Sunday's gameWhat to expect from the NFL playoffs and who’s been eliminated alreadyAnd in life chats Monica shares the most millennial thought ever plus thoughts on sponsored posts that everyone is thinkingResources:Check out more conversations at howtopretendtolikesports.comFollow on social media: Instagram @monicawoodhamsTik Tok @howtopretendtolikesportsMerch Shop howtopretendtolikesports.com/store

In this episode, Monica talks about all the things in her house that keep breaking and hiring handymen that don't actually know what they're doing. She also talks about her thoughts on the TCU Fiesta bowl t-shirts - not good.– College Football Playoff structure is changing– A stadium is coming down and being packed up to be re-used. Yes, a stadium– What in the world is a wavier wire?– NFL Quarterbacks: Baker Mayfield and Jimmy G– World Cup eliminations- Monica's new YouTube channelCheck out more conversations at howtopretendtolikesports.comFollow on social media: Instagram @monicawoodhamsTik Tok @howtopretendtolikesportsMerch Shop howtopretendtolikesports.com/store

In this episode, Monica circles back to when you tie in soccer and when you don’t, World Cup updates, upcoming football conference championships, and other news that’s going around the world of sports.– Points and tie-breakers in the World Cup– TCU Remains Undefeated– Ferrari's Mattia Binotto steps down– Esteban Ocon gets real about his past year with Fernando Alonso– Men's Basketball Rankings– College Football Conference Championship games coming upCheck out more conversations at howtopretendtolikesports.comFollow on social media: Instagram @monicawoodhamsTik Tok @howtopretendtolikesportsMerch Shop howtopretendtolikesports.com/store

In this week's Thanksgiving episode of How to Pretend to Like Sports, Monica chats about the following:Max’s mom accused Checo of cheating on his wife (he had issued an apology)My initial World Cup thoughtsThe age of some of these players: Ronaldo 37 (leaving Manchester), Messi 35 Saudi Arabia beat Argentina ranked 3 in the world in huge upsetBelgium had the word love in the inside of their jersey and Fifa said they had to remove itEngland, Wales, Belgium, Denmark, Germany and the Netherlands will no longer wear OneLove anti-discrimination armbands under pressure from FIFA. TCU’s “emergency mode” got them a winThe top news you needAnd now let’s get into the newsThe 2023 season of Formula 1 will welcome its first American driver, Logan Sargeant. He will be driving for Williams in place of Nicholas Latifi which should come to no surprise. In addition to the announcement of Logan entering F1, last weekend was Sebastian Vettel’s last race as he retired from F1. It was also Daniel Ricciardo’s last race as a starter for F1, but he will be back as a backup for Red Bull.Tennessee has had an incredible season going into last weekend at #5, don’t forget the excitement after that Alabama win. But bad news came in with their Quarterback, Hendon Hookers, ACL tear which means he’s out the rest of the season. He’s a senior who transferred from Virginia Tech. He is still eligible for the headman trophy but with less games to prove himself, it could be harder than expected.Speaking of college football, the top 5 have changed and Tenessee moved down to 9. USC is now #5 with the rest remaining the same. 4 tcu, 3 Michigan, 2 Ohio state and 1 Georgia. This is TCU’s first 11-0 start since 2010.If there’s a game to watch this weekend, it’s going to be #2 Ohio state playing #3 Michigan. Georgia will be playing Georgia Tech, and TCU will be playing Iowa State. USC will be playing #13 Notre DameThe US and Wales tied in their first game of the World Cup.Follow on social media: Instagram @monicawoodhamsTik Tok @howtopretendtolikesportsMerch Shop howtopretendtolikesports.com/store

In this episode, Monica talks about– Topic #1: Top contenders to buy the Washington Commanders (from the rumor mill of course)– Topic #2 Drama between Formula 1 Red Bull Teammates after the Brazil race– Topic #3 Indianapolis Colts have a new head coach who has only coached at the high school level– Topic #4 College Football Update– Topic #5 Protests at the World CupCheck out more conversations at howtopretendtolikesports.comFollow on social media: Instagram @monicawoodhamsTik Tok @howtopretendtolikesportsMerch Shop howtopretendtolikesports.com/store

Monica shares her experience with overwhelm last week and where it's stemming from and her tip for moving through it if you are too.This week in sports• College football and basketball rankings• TCU vs Texas coming up• 2 things that make a game more entertaining if you're not invested in it: mic'd up players and celebrations

• a dating app pep talk for you• Michigan vs MSU fight in the tunnel• College football playoff top 25 rankings 6 Alabama5 Michigan4 Clemson3 Georgia2 Ohio State1 Tennessee World Series Mexico Formula 1 RaceThis is probably the third time I have ever used Minnesota vikings in a sentence, but here we are because they’re 6-1. They’re well on their way to win the NFC North and host a playoff game.Tom and Giselle finalized their divorceAuburn fired their football coach this week right after the lost 41-27 to Arkansas. There may be a new thanksgiving week tradition upon us. Also the first time women will officiate a men’s World Cup gameTennesse vs Georgia game this weekend will be a good onewww.howtopretendtolikesports.com

In this episode:• F1 Race in Austin• The Ralph Lauren shirt you must run and buy• Outfit repeating• NFL Trade deadline, Christian McCaffrey• World Series• World Cup• College Basketball Men's top 10 pre-season ranksInstagram @monicawoodhams

Is dog training life coaching? College football top 10 and can someone make sense of baseball playoffs?

Monica is bringing back an episode from the Archives. This interview was with Steph Toilolo founder of Good Sport Apparel @goodsportapparel

• Kansas Football is a thing now? • the key to a great baseball experience Note: the audio gets lost at the end - will get that fixed for next time!

WEEK OF SEPTEMBER 9, 2022 • European fashion • Best dressed in F1 • College Football

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Monica and Tara Laferrara talk about cutting out the negative self-talk and comparing yourself to others in your late 20s. Tara is the founder of the TL Method, an online fitness program that challenges people to be their best selves with fitness, yoga, mobility, strength training, and more. Website: http://taralaferrara.com Are you currently promoting any product/program/service?: TL Method - tlmethod.taralaferrara.com // taralaferrara.com/tl-method Instagram Handle: @taralaferrara Facebook Page: @taralaferrara Connect with Monica Blog: http://monicawoodhams.com Instagram @monicawoodhams Sports Podcast: How to Pretend to Like Sports

Monica chats with Bianca Gabay - Personal stylist for women and men, wardrobe mixer. Inside the episode: • Running your own personal styling business • Bianca's lifestyle tips • Why imitation is the best form of flattery • Having the confidence to do you Website: http://www.biancagabay.com Instagram Handle: @biancagabay Facebook Page: @biancagabaystyle Connect With Monica: Blog: http://monicawoodhams.com Instagram: @monicawoodhams

Bonus episode from the How To Pretend To Like Sports Podcast The Capital Couple joins Monica to break down what you need to know when it comes to the college football playoffs. Inside the episode: • How the college football playoffs work • How the conference championships affect college football playoffs • Ohio State vs Oklahoma Connect with Taylor and Ethan Blog: http://capitalcouple.com Instagram:@capitalcouple Connect with Monica Blog: http://monicawoodhams.com Instagram: @monicawoodhams @howtopretendtolikesports

Monica chats with Megan DiVincenzo co-owner of The Sis Kiss about how retailers can have successful partnerships with brands. InfluencerGirl15 for 15% off your order at http://www.thesiskiss.com Inside the episode: • Creating a product out of solving a problem • Not being afraid to ask or give • Evolving to where the attention is • How to work with influencers • Pitching yourself to brands Connect with Megan Instagram Handle: @thesiskiss Website: http://www.thesiskiss.com Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/thesiskiss/ Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/186765425248273/ Connect with Monica Instagram: @monicawoodhams Blog: www.monicawoodhams.com  

Monica chats with Meaghan of District Sparkle. District Sparkle is an ever-evolving lifestyle blog that focuses on style, beauty, and how to make it in the real world with a heavy dose of sarcasm. Inside the episode: The importance of finding your voice as a blogger How to create content that your audience wants from you How to find the clarity to take your next career steps BLOG POSTS MENTIONED: Creating a Capsule Wardrobe: https://districtsparkle.com/creating-a-capsule-wardrobe/ Why You Should Wear SPF Every Day: https://districtsparkle.com/wear-spf-every-day/ Connect with Meaghan Website: http://districtsparkle.com Instagram Handle: @districtsparkle Facebook Page: Facebook.com/DistrictSparkle Connect with Monica Instagram Handle: @monicawoodhams Blog: http://monicawoodhams.com

Monica chats with Allison Kelley of But What Should I Wear. Here's what they cover: how to know when your blog is ready to become a business why you can make a living without millions of followers how your worth is not in your following what quality content really means preventing burnout when blogging with a full time job what to do with your content beyoInstagramram CONNECT WITH ALLISON Website: http://butwhatshouldiwear.com Instagram Handle: http://instagram.com/butwhatshouldiwear Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/butwhatshouldiwear/ CONNECT WITH MONICA Blog: www.monicawoodhams.com Instagram: @monicawoodhams

Monica sits down in-person with Taylor and Ethan of Capital Couple.  They cover: Creating a local based brand Travel Based Blogging Working with your significant other Making long-term business decisions for your brand CONNECT WITH THE CAPITAL COUPLE Instagram: @capitalcouple Website: http://capitalcouple.com/ CONNECT WITH MONICA Instagram: @monicawodhams The Blog: http://monicawoodhams.com

On episode 60, Monica chats with Cynthia Khuen, the creator of The Siren Confidential.  Cynthia's goal is to inspire women of all ages and backgrounds to live full out - whether that includes fashion, travel, volunteering for their passion project or quitting their corporate job to pursue their passion and purpose. In this episode they chat about: being an informed consumer how to inspire others maintaining your values as a blogger how to know if you should work with a brand or not finding a cause you're passionate about rescuing puppies keeping your local without excluding national audience CONNECT WITH CYNTHIA Website: http://www.thesirenconfidential.com Instagram Handle: @thesirenconfidential Facebook Page: www.facebook.com/thesirenconfidential

Sakura, the co-founder of Bloguettes and blogger behind Something Sakura sits down to talk to Monica on episode 59. Here's what they cover: evolution of the blogging industry how the blogging industry has evolved into a personal brand what the successful bloggers are doing why you need to know how your followers use Instagram why personal branding isn’t just visual how to properly use stock photos benefits of bringing your personal life to your audience CONNECT WITH SAKURA Website: http://Www.somethingsakura.com Instagram Handle: http://instagram.com/Sakuraconsidine Facebook Page: http://Facebook.com/somethingsakura Stock That Rocks: https://bloguettes.com/stock-that-rocks/

Monica chats with Jessica Bailey of Jess Throw It On. They chat about: • Where your energy should be going when you’re establishing yourself as an influencer • Why you should stop obsessing over how many followers you have • What it's like to share your faith with your audience • How to do your thing without worrying about haters • What to do if content creation is feeling tiring CONNECT WITH JESS Website Instagram Handle

Monica sits down to chat with Kelly of A Side of Sweet. Here's what they cover: • being a doctor and a blogger • being in the industry for 13 years • how to be ready for your big break • SEO • Why blog traffic isn’t dead • Tracking your analytics CONNECT WITH KELLY WEBSITE INSTAGRAM FACEBOOK PAGE ACCESS THE LAUNCH YOUR PODCAST IN A WEEKEND COURSE