The Ringer WNBA Show

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 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

In this episode, Seerat opens by going over the three things that she loves from the past weekend in the W. Then, she is joined by Seattle Storm guard Flau’jae Johnson to discuss her rookie season, her favorite books, and learning from Sue Bird and Paige Bueckers. (0:53) Intro (1:08) Stewie puts the team on her back (5:50) Olivia Miles shines against the Aces (13:01) Aliyah Boston keeps putting it together (17:56) Conversation with Flau’jae Johnson Host: Seerat Sohi Guest: Flau’jae Johnson Producer: Stefan Anderson Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Seerat is joined by No Cap Space’s Tyler DeLuca to talk through The W’s two big Thursday night games.They kick things off by discussing the much-anticipated Fever-Dream matchup (0:32) that saw Indiana emerge from its drama-filled week with a needed win. Seerat and Tyler examine the Fever leaning into their defensive identity and try to figure out whether all the chemistry issues have truly been set aside.On the Dream side, they lay out what Rhyne Howard is currently missing and also conjure up possible adjustments for Angel Reese’s role in the offense.The duo shifts gears and talks about Olivia Miles’s historic night against the Valkyries in which she drained eight 3s, setting a WNBA record in the process (32:20). They also touch on the Napheesa Collier to the Valks rumors before closing out the show with some positive affirmations. Host: Seerat Sohi Guest: Tyler DeLuca Producer: Ben Cruz Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In this episode, Seerat is joined by CLNS’ Noa Dalzell to discuss how the Lynx continue to find ways to win, the Liberty snapping their losing streak, and deep-dive on the roster construction and success of the Portland Fire. (0:00) Intro (2:38) How the Lynx keep winning (16:12) What’s going on with the Liberty? (22:27) Positive affirmations for the Liberty (27:50) The Tempo (39:53) A deep dive on the Fire Host: Seerat Sohi Guest: Noa Dalzell Producer: Stefan Anderson Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In this episode, Seerat is joined by New York Times bestseller Shea Serrano to discuss the Aces’ 85-84 win over the Dream on Sunday, A’ja Wilson unlocking another level of her offensive game, and the Chennedy Carter experiment. Then Shea explains his skepticism of the Fever and his optimism for the Tempo, and they conclude on the Comets returning to Houston. (1:00) Intro, Aces-Dream recap (5:19) How dominant this version of the Aces is (11:19) A’ja finding ways to get better and the Chennedy Carter experiment (26:48) A deep dive on the Fever and Caitlin Clark (41:15) The Tempo becoming a playoff team (44:18) The Comets returning to Houston Host: Seerat Sohi Guest: Shea Serrano Producer: Stefan Anderson Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Seerat is joined by Lucas Kaplan to break down the WNBA opening weekend, using a game of Red, Yellow, Green Flag to separate real concerns from early overreactions. They discuss the Sparks’ shaky start, the Aces’ intriguing new pieces (like Chennedy Carter), and what’s real (and not) with Caitlin Clark and the Fever. They also highlight Dallas’s exciting offense, the Liberty’s strong start despite their injuries, and how physicality and officiating could shape the season. Host: Seerat Sohi Guest: Lucas Kaplan Senior Producer: Steve Ahlman Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Seerat and Maitreyi Anantharaman from The Defector get together to pitch, debut, and analyze their spiciest preseason takes and predictions on WNBA teams, changes, and luminaries around the league using elements from 'The Devil Wears Prada 2' in honor of the film's release. They end the pod by sharing their reactions to the movie.(00:00) Intro(6:40) Developmental roster spots(13:44) Caitlin Clark(22:14) WNBA staffing(24:38) Paige Bueckers(30:32) A'ja Wilson(32:44) Raven Johnson(36:41) WNBA officiating structures(41:27) Who should be the next WNBA commissioner?(53:28) The Chicago Sky swear jar(1:04:13) Flau'jae Johnson(1:09:12) Rachel Galligan(1:13:38) ‘The Devil Wears Prada 2’ reviewHost: Seerat SohiGuest: Maitreyi AnantharamanProducer: Chris SuttonEngineer: Donald LoBiancoProduction Supervision: Alexa Coubal and Ben Cruz Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In this episode, Seerat is joined by No Cap Space’s Andrew Haubner to rank the teams right outside of title contention. From Minnesota to Chicago, they break down each team and who has the best opportunity to make the 2026 WNBA playoffs. (1:14) Intro (8:24) Dallas Wings (23:04) Minnesota Lynx (28:35) Golden State Valkyries (39:56) Phoenix Mercury (53:53) Chicago Sky and Courtney Vandersloot’s comments Host: Seerat Sohi Guest: Andrew Haubner Producer: Stefan Anderson Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Seerat Sohi is joined by UCLA assistant coach Tasha Brown to unpack the Bruins’ championship run and record-setting WNBA draft class. They dive into UCLA’s team-first culture, the “Mind Gym” approach to mental training, and how concepts like self-identity, failure, and emotional control shaped the program’s success. Brown also shares behind-the-scenes insight into the development of stars like Lauren Betts, Kiki Rice, and Gabriella Jaquez, and why mental toughness is a skill that can be taught. Later, Seerat weighs in on the Azzi Fudd press conference controversy and how it could have been handled differently. Host: Seerat Sohi Guest: Tasha Brown Senior Producer: Steve Ahlman Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Seerat and Nekias Duncan dive into the chaos of WNBA free agency, spotlighting major moves and strategic shifts. Discover the LA Sparks’ aggressive signings, the Chicago Sky's playoff potential, and the Atlanta Dream's stable core. Explore the Seattle Storm's draft uncertainty and how top teams manage player leverage. Uncover Washington Mystics' power dynamics and future impacts—essential listening for fans and analysts decoding high-stakes roster plays. Host: Seerat Sohi Guest: Nekias Duncan Senior Producer: Steve Ahlman Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In this episode, Seerat is joined by No Cap Space’s Andrew Haubner to recap the 2026 women’s NCAA national championship. They discuss Cori Close’s coaching brilliance, how UCLA built their title team, and the Geno- Dawn spat. (4:16) UCLA are national champs (20:45) Between the Lines (48:00) Azzi Fudd-Gabriela Jaquez convo (58:30) “Why would they do that” (1:13:34) Dawn-Geno Host: Seerat Sohi Guest: Andrew Haubner Producer: Stefan Anderson Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices