In The Middle of Everything with Kelsie Whitmore, Mo’ne Davis, Denae Benites, and Alli Schroder
Summary
Host Sarah Spain interviews four inaugural Women’s Professional Baseball League players—Kelsey Whitmore, Monet Davis, Denae Benitez, and Allie Schroeder—about the historic first game in Springfield, Illinois. The episode also covers major WNBA trades involving Kelsey Plum and Anissa Morrow, recent game results, and the ongoing debate over trans athlete inclusion. Additionally, Spain discusses women’s college basketball unionization efforts, NWSL updates, and the start of the Tour de France Femmes.
Topics discussed
Intro: WPBL Opening Day and Guest Tease
Sponsor Breaks: Capital One, Vital Proteins, Grainger
WNBA Trade Deadline: Plum to Mercury, Morrow to Sun
WNBA Results: Mystics Streak, Sky Upset Aces
Cheryl Reeve on Trans Athletes and Inclusion
NCAA Athlete Unionization and Michelle Onyeka
WPBL Inaugural Game and Athletes Unlimited Pause
Golf Major, NWSL Scores, and Sonnett Injury
Cycling: Lotte Kopecky Leads Tour de France Femmes
WPBL Opening Day Atmosphere in Springfield
Sponsor Breaks and AZ Fudd Segment
Interview Intro: WPBL Players and Embarrassing Habits
Emotions of Opening Day and Savannah Bananas Influence
Player Journeys: Tryouts, Draft Day, and Adjustments
League Viability, Springfield Location, and Team Culture
Talent Pipeline, Confidence, and Childhood Dreams
Speed Round: Players to Watch and Team Chants
Outro: WPBL Expansion Rumors and Jackie Joyner-Kersee Mascot
Credits and Final Sponsor Ads
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