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A Touch More: The Beautiful Game

Vox Media Podcast Network
WNBA
Women's Sports
NWSL
Caitlin Clark
Olympics
Women's Soccer
Basketball
Diana Taurasi
Women's Basketball
New York Liberty
Nike
Gotham FC
Las Vegas Aces
Olympic Games
USA Basketball
March Madness
Washington Spirit
Uconn
US Women's National Team
Alex Morgan

Introducing A Touch More: The Beautiful Game, a limited series where Megan Rapinoe sits down with some of the beautiful gameโ€™s biggest stars to show you the World Cup through their eyes and what the tournament means to each of them. Join Megan on Thursdays as she dives into everything that makes the World Cup so special. From A Touch More and the Vox Media Podcast Network.

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Latest Episodes

As part of her special World Cup series, Megan sits down with fashion designer, DJ, and the Washington Spiritโ€™s first-ever Creative Director, Domo Wells in her LA studio. They talk about Domoโ€™s path to sports fandom, how her work as a DJ makes her a ... more

As part of her special World Cup series, Megan sits down with USWNT head coach Emma Hayes. Emma discusses why sheโ€™s inspired by the menโ€™s game, but sees womenโ€™s soccer as different, what her hopes are for the 2027 womenโ€™s World Cup, and why she think... more

Megan kicks off her World Cup series, A Touch More: The Beautiful Game, with soccer icon Abby Wambach.

Abby and Megan get into some things theyโ€™ve never talked about publicly before, like their relationship over the years and how they influenced eac... more

In honor of the last regular episode of A Touch More, Megan shares her favorite themes, stories, and interviews from the last 90 episodes.

From the booming business of womenโ€™s sports, to the joys and pains of being a retired athlete, to the intersec... more

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Recent Guests

Cori Close
Head coach UCLA Bruins women's basketball
UCLA
Episode: SUEโ€™S FINAL EPISODE: WNBA Storylines and UCLA Coach Cori Close on How to Build Chemistry
Claire Hutton
NWSL prodigy, defender/midfielder
Bay FC (formerly Kansas City Current)
Episode: Claire Hutton on Going Pro Young and Megan Rapinoe on the World Cup
Maria Taylor
NBC Sports reporter and on-air analyst; former ESPN/SEC Network host
NBC Sports
Episode: Sue Bird and Maria Taylor Talk About Life as a Sports Broadcaster AND Make Some WNBA Predictions
Lori Lindsey
Former teammate and long-time NWSL voice, analyst
Episode: Megan Rapinoe & Lori Lindsey Reflect on NWSL Rise PLUS Megan Breaks Down Met Gala Fits + Angel Reeseโ€™s Message to the Media
Maria Sharapova
Tennis legend turned podcaster
Pretty Tough (Vox Media)
Episode: Sue Breaks Down WNBA Rookie Standouts PLUS Maria Sharapova On Being Pretty Tough
Crystal Dunn
Soccer player, former USWNT member, World Cup winner, Olympic gold medalist
US Women's National Team; Chelsea; Gotham FC; Spirit; Courage
Episode: Megan Rapinoe on Why the Media Should Cover the WNBA Differently + Crystal Dunn on Retirement & Whatโ€™s Next
Elana Meyers Taylor
Bob sledder, Olympic gold medalist
U.S. Bobsled Team / Olympic athlete
Episode: WNBA Free Agency Chaos + Olympic Gold Winner Elana Meyers Taylor on the Rise of Bobsledding
Shea Ralph
Naismith College Coach of the Year; Vanderbilt head coach; former UConn player
Vanderbilt University / UConn
Episode: Live from Phoenix: Final Four Madness, Transfer Portal Chaos & Free Agency Rumors with Chelsea Gray & Shea Ralph
Holly Rowe
sideline reporter, ESPN/longtime college basketball commentator
ESPN
Episode: Holly Rowe on the Final Four, Travel Chaos, and Tournament Drama

Hosts

Megan Rapinoe
Host of A Touch More; former national team star; co-hosting partner on governance, culture, and sport insights.
Sue Bird
Co-host; Olympic champion and broadcaster who brings game analysis, leadership perspectives, and storytelling.

Reviews

4.6 out of 5 stars from 1.4k ratings
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    Fantastic 1st ep, Megan. Obsessed.

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    gretak12
    United States2 months ago
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    Bob_W.
    United States2 months ago
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    I loved this podcast and this couple! Wishing you both all the best!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Lola Grace's mom
    United States2 months ago
  • Hypocrisy

    I coach both males and females. Soccer and American Football. Almost three decades. Female athletes are amazing. Theyโ€™re just as skilled and tough as males. And, generally, more coachable. Iโ€™ve been blessed to have much success in both high school and JC sports. Although the intrinsic victories are far more important. That aside, itโ€™s absolute โ€˜scienceโ€™ that males are bigger, faster and stronger. Even with our many championship teams and college bound soccer players, we repeatedly lose to the JV... more

    Apple Podcasts
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    Amdyfyn
    United States3 months ago
  • Go sports gals!!

    Love this review and commentary on womenโ€™s sports. Well done!!

    Apple Podcasts
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    Aderanian
    United States3 months ago

Listeners Say

Key themes from listener reviews, highlighting what works and what could be improved about the show.

A engaging mix of sports analysis and personal storytelling; some criticisms around content balance and video requirements.
Shows strong insider perspective on women's sports with star athletes.
Audiences appreciate candid conversations with top athletes and leaders in sports.
High-energy banter and deep dives into league business and negotiations are valued by fans.
Some listeners feel the format or topics can drift from timely sports news to longer personal content.

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Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

Megan Rapinoe on Why the Media Should Cover the WNBA Differently + Crystal Dunn on Retirement & Whatโ€™s Next
Q: Paige announced last year on TikTok that y'all were a couple, and I'm wondering if that is still the case, and if so, if y'all have talked to any other couples in the league about how they negotiate that dynamic as pro teammates.
I understand why you have to ask that question, but we're going to respectfully decline from commenting on our players' personal lives.
Live from Phoenix: Final Four Madness, Transfer Portal Chaos & Free Agency Rumors with Chelsea Gray & Shea Ralph
Q: How do you manage the portal while keeping continuity for your program?
Chelsea emphasized sticking to what fits the program, retaining core pieces, and being deliberate about new talent, while Shea discussed building a culture that can absorb change and focusing on players who want to win and contribute to the team long-term.
Live from Phoenix: Final Four Madness, Transfer Portal Chaos & Free Agency Rumors with Chelsea Gray & Shea Ralph
Q: What did you think about the semis and the potential final?
Chelsea and Shea offered nuanced takes on how South Carolina and UCLA matched up, praising preparation and execution from both sides and highlighting the experience edge for South Carolina, while acknowledging UCLA's improvements and potential for a strong final.
WNBA Free Agency Chaos + Olympic Gold Winner Elana Meyers Taylor on the Rise of Bobsledding
Q: What was it like to win Olympic gold at 41 and how has it changed your perspective?
The gold medal changed the reception she gets and how she's viewed within the sport, while she remains focused on continuing to compete and support her family; the win also reframes her career as a longer arc rather than a single pinnacle moment.
The Latest in WNBA CBA News, USC Star JuJu Watkins on Elevating Her Game PLUS NCAA Upsets
Q: How did Robin's transition from law to wellness media unfold?
She recounts leaving law, working in social media for Nike Women, writing a book, and eventually founding Swagger Society and the Project Swagger concept.

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A front-row seat to the world of women's sports, hosted by two world-class athletes who double as broadcasters. Episodes center on current headlines in women's basketball, soccer, and other professional leagues, with deep dives into league business, media coverage, and culture. Frequent guests are elite athletes, coaches, and sports media figures, often offering career insights, leadership lessons, and authentic perspectives on representation, athlete branding, and the evolving landscape of women's sports. The show blends performance-oriented analysis with personal storytelling, making it appealing to listeners who want both expert sports insight and behind-the-scenes narratives from top athletes and industry voices. One standout pattern is... more

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Recent guests on A Touch More: The Beautiful Game include:

1. Cori Close
2. Claire Hutton
3. Maria Taylor
4. Lori Lindsey
5. Maria Sharapova
6. Crystal Dunn
7. Elana Meyers Taylor
8. Shea Ralph

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