The Match-Up with Aliyah

Beach volleyball stars Taryn Brasher and Kristen Nuss join brothers and fellow beach volleyball standouts Taylor and Trevor Crabb for a conversation about chemistry, competition, and what it takes to find the right partner. We talk about rivalries, what it takes to thrive as a duo, lessons from the Olympics, and why sometimes the secret to winning is remembering to have fun.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Cari kicks off this episode with a recap of her time in Ghana. The conversation quickly pivots to chaos agent Enes Kanter Freedom, whose antics at a recent WNBA game sparked a debate about attention-seeking and disruption. Natasha Cloud had a message for the “men” who are throwing the sex toys. Plus, raise your hand if you are a headline-skimmer. Cari and Jemele dive into the state of education, the dangers of just reading the headlines. Disinformation is everywhere and nuance matters more than ever.qazSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

WNBA All-Star Weekend was chaotic—in the best way. Ari and Sam recap everything from Chicago, including hood boats, hot mics, and the actual All-Star Game. The duo also shares what it was like to host the Everyone Watches Women’s Sports Live Special presented by J.P. Morgan Wealth Management—dropping on YouTube early next week! Then, AUSL Championship MVP Jadelyn Allchin joins the show to talk about her championship mindset, going from having her name Velcroed on her jersey to earning MVP honors, and how she celebrated the biggest win of her career. Plus, just ahead of the WPBL's Opening Day, baseball trailblazer Mo'ne Davis stops by to talk about building what's next for the game after changing sports history at just 13 years old.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In celebration of the World Cup, we're reissuing our episode with soccer legends Julie Foudy and Abby Wambach. From their early days on the U.S. Women’s National Team to fighting for equal pay and reshaping women’s sports, they reflect on what it takes to build a winning culture, and how the impact of that work still continues. They share stories from the locker room, lessons in teamwork, and how they’re using their voices today to push the game forward.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On this episode of The Match-Up, WNBA legend Chamique Holdsclaw reconnects with Sandy Brondello, the coach whose compassion and leadership left a lasting mark on her life. We reflect on their shared history, the evolution of the WNBA over the last 30 years, and why relationships, trust, and mental health have become just as important as wins and losses. From building championship cultures to growing the next generation of the game we discuss leadership, legacy, and the power of believing in people.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Race car driver Katherine Legge and comedian Megan Gailey may come from different worlds, but they share an appreciation for sports, ambition, and carving out a place in male-dominated industries. From Indianapolis sports culture and chasing unconventional dreams to motherhood, confidence, and learning to tune out the noise, we swap stories about taking risks, building careers on their own terms, and why sometimes the best advice is simply: go for it.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

What happens when two elite athletes with the exact same name finally meet? On this episode of The Match-Up, soccer legend Carli Lloyd and Olympic volleyball star Carli Lloyd compare notes on a lifetime of mistaken identities, competing at the highest level, and what it takes to become one of the best in the world. Equal parts funny, insightful, and inspiring, this conversation proves these two Carli Lloyds have more in common than just a name.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this episode of The Match-Up, we sit down with Bridget Carleton and her longtime agent and WNBA legend Ticha Penicheiro for a conversation about growth, confidence, and the evolution of women’s basketball. From Bridget’s journey from small-town Canada to becoming the first pick in the WNBA expansion draft, to Ticha’s impact as both a Hall of Fame-caliber point guard and now a powerful advocate for players off the court, the two reflect on leadership, representation, business, and what it means to help shape the future of the game.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On this episode, we sit down with soccer legends Julie Foudy and Abby Wambach for a conversation about friendship, leadership, and legacy. From their early days on the U.S. Women’s National Team to fighting for equal pay and reshaping women’s sports, they reflect on what it takes to build a winning culture, and how the impact of that work still continues. They share stories from the locker room, lessons in teamwork, and how they’re using their voices today to push the game forward.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ashlyn Harris and Rennae Stubbs share the story behind their fast friendship and reflect on life at the top of women’s sports. From fighting for equality to navigating retirement and identity beyond competition, they explore resilience, vulnerability, and the power of showing up for each other on and off the field.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

What happens when a two-time Olympic gold medalist meets an Emmy-winning comedian? In this premiere episode of The Match-Up, Claressa Shields and Wanda Sykes discover they have more in common than you’d think, and Wanda talks about coaching boxing in her new movie, Undercard. The pair bond over breaking barriers in male-dominated industries, the importance of building your brand, and how humor and a little trash talk can go a long way.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.