The Nasty Work Pod

Welcome back to the Nasty Work Podcast! In this episode, hosts Nia Senior and Coach Slaw dive into the recent WNBA trades including Dijonai Carrington's move to Minnesota and Brittany Sykes' surprising trade to Seattle. They analyze how these trades impact the teams and the playoffs. The discussion also heats up around the MVP race with strong cases for Napheesa Collier, A'ja Wilson, and Alyssa Thomas. During the Off the court segment, the hosts talk about dildo gate, safety concerns in WNBA arenas, and the rise of women's basketball popularity. The episode wraps with a special segment on the future stars of women's basketball with a Next Gen W reality show casting session featuring top college players. Another great Ki on all things Women’s basketball!00:00 Introduction and Podcast Kickoff00:22 Dijonai Carrington Trade Analysis01:51 Minnesota Lynx's Playoff Prospects07:48 Britney Sykes Trade Breakdown16:20 MVP Race and Player Performances32:11 Concerns for the Future of the Organization32:40 Trust Issues and Player Dynamics35:40 Off the Court: Unrivaled NIL Deals36:37 Unrivaled's Marketing and College Players' Summer Fun37:37 USA Basketball and Player Development44:43 Dildo Gate: Security Concerns in the WNBA52:15 Reality TV: Casting the Next Gen W01:07:40 Final Thoughts and Farewell

Tyra Banks said it best, "everybody wants to be on top!" Top of the standings, that is in this case. Coach Slaw and Nia Senior dive into the current standings of the WNBA and discuss who is on the rise and who is on a downslide. In the off-court segment, the question of whether Candace Parker is a hater is posed. The episode wraps with another reality TV show game for the W.

A mix of sports analysis, gossip, and playful speculation, this episode has it all! Nia Senior and Coach Slaw recap the 2025 WNBA All-Star Weekend, focusing on the significant impact of Courtney Williams and Natisha Heideman's 'Stud Budz' 72-hour stream. They then transition to an examination of the Las Vegas ACEs' disappointing 12-12 record. In their 'Off the Court' segment, they discuss the public hard launches of W adjacent relationships. The episode wraps with them playing a game of 'Queer Ultimatum,' imagining hypothetical relationship dynamics among WNBA players.

Team Phee or Team Caitlin? We discuss who we think will pull out the win. Also, getting into who we think was snubbed and should have been named an all-star. We introduce a new segment to the pod: "off the court". The episode wraps with a ki about our favorite W couples and a "W Love Island" game. Azzi Fudd's Offseason Guide https://www.cntraveler.com/sponsored/story/azzis-fudd-offseason-guide-to-new-york-city

Join Nia Senior and Coach Slaw on the latest episode of the Nasty Work Podcast as they dive deep into the recent shake-ups in college and WNBA basketball. In this episode, they discuss the current state of South Carolina's women's basketball team, UCLA's recent triumph, leadership dynamics within basketball teams, and a detailed breakdown of the WNBA offseason moves, including the draft lottery and the expansion draft. They also introduce you to the much-anticipated Unrivaled league, discussing teams, players, and predictions on who will dominate. Plus, they share recommendations for Thanksgiving cooking tunes and spotlight standout freshmen in college women's basketball. Don't miss this action-packed episode! 00:00 Introduction and Current Basketball Landscape 00:19 Gamecocks' Struggles and Analysis 04:44 UCLA vs. South Carolina Breakdown 17:05 Notre Dame's Dominance and USC's Challenges 37:01 Skylar Diggins-Smith's Future in the WNBA 40:25 Jewel Lloyd's Potential Moves 52:08 Unrivaled Basketball League Draft Reactions 01:00:12 Freshman Standouts and Holiday Vibes

In this premiere episode of Season 2 of the Nasty Work Podcast, hosts Nia Senior and Coach Slaw recap the thrilling conclusion of the 2024 WNBA season and the finals. They share their takes on standout performances, social media drama, and memorable moments from the season. They also preview the upcoming WNBA off-season, including the expansion draft, college women's basketball season, and the much-anticipated new 3-on-3 league, Unrivaled. The discussion dives into the strength of college non-conference schedules and highlights to watch as the new season approaches. Additionally, flowers are given to individuals making significant impacts in the women's basketball universe.

In this episode of the Nasty Work Podcast, hosts Nia Senior and Coach Slaw, along with special guest Que, explore the transformative dynamics within the WNBA, with a spotlight on fandom. The discussion begins with the recent firings of Teresa Weatherspoon and Tanisha Wright, delving into the challenges and systemic issues faced by Black women head coaches. The conversation expands to analyze the performances of teams like the Chicago Sky, Atlanta Dream, Phoenix Mercury, and Dallas Wings. A significant portion is dedicated to the Seattle Storm, addressing their leadership transitions, player identity crises, and the need for offseason roster adjustments. The episode also tackles fan safety concerns, sparked by a dangerous incident at a Fenerbahce game, and the broader implications of media narratives and league responsibilities in player security. 

In this episode of the Nasty Work Podcast, hosts Nia Senior and Coach Slaw dive deep into the WNBA season's final week, highlighting the incredible performance of A’ja Wilson, the significance of individual accolades versus championships, and analyzing the playoff prospects for various teams. The duo also discusses Caitlin Clark's record-breaking rookie season, the impact of fan behavior on the league, and a controversial response from WNBA Commissioner Cathy Engelbert. With insights, rants, and bouquets of flowers for this season's standout players, this episode covers it all.

In this episode of the Nasty Work Podcast, hosts Nia Sr. and Coach Slaw dive into the top championship contenders for the 2024 WNBA season. The discussion includes a detailed analysis of the New York Liberty, Connecticut Sun, Minnesota Lynx, and Seattle Storm, exploring their strengths, weaknesses, and key players. Additionally, they tackle the debate surrounding the MVP race, discussing why A'ja Wilson stands out as the unanimous choice. The episode also highlights Tina Charles' milestone achievement of becoming the second all-time leading scorer in the WNBA. Tune in for in-depth insights, lively debates, and all things WNBA.

In this episode of the Nasty Work Podcast, hosts Nia Senior and Coach Slaw dive into early predictions for the WNBA awards, despite being only six games into the season. They discuss standout players for Most Improved, such as Dana Evans and Dijonai Carrington, and predict the Comeback Player of the Year between Diamond DeShields and Bri Jones. The duo also shares their thoughts on MVP candidates, including A’ja Wilson and Alyssa Thomas, and debate the Coach of the Year prospects. Wrapping up, they highlight Defensive Player of the Year potentials and make an early call for the highly anticipated Rookie of the Year award. Don't miss their detailed analysis and lively discussion!

The W fanbase has grown so much from last season to this season. We discuss what we can attribute this growth to.

2024's WNBA draft class is living up to the hype! Let's breakdown some of our favorite rookies pro basketball debuts.

We gush over the undefeated national champions and play fashion police for the 2024 WNBA Draft.

Welp our brackets are busted and the women's basketball is on fire with news! Let's discuss how we got to a final four with South Carolina, Iowa, NC State, and UConn. The transfer portal is at capcity and the coaches need linkedin.

Analysis of the scuffle between SEC champs and the reigning defending national champs. A 2024 conference tournaments recap and a discussion about what this foreshadows for the NCAA tournament.

A quick overview of what Athletes Unlimited is and how the points system works. With a recap of week 1 of AU and the stand-out players.

Will they stay or will they go? We discuss how the option to stay in college for a fifth year affects free agency and off-season decisions for the front offices of WNBA teams.

A discussion about women's college basketball star and all-time leading scorer Caitlin Clark's impact on the media, culture, and fans. Featuring a fun game that hits on the salary gap between women and men professional basketball players.

The 2023 WNBA MVP award was the talk of W twitter. A quick recap of the WNBA playoffs and Semi-finals. Predictions for the Finals.

The WNBA announced that the league is expanding. We discuss whether the media got the 2023 WNBA awards right.