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Bleav in the W

Bleav
WNBA
Washington Mystics
Caitlin Clark
Minnesota Lynx
Golden State Valkyries
Aletheia Flórez
Indiana Fever
Chicago Sky
Dallas Wings
Phoenix Mercury
A'ja Wilson
Azzi Fudd
Angel Reese
Olivia Miles
Portland Fire
Atlanta Dream
Los Angeles Sparks
World Basketball Association
Shakira Austin
Seattle Storm

Bleav in The W with Tyler Byrum is your go-to podcast for comprehensive coverage of the WNBA and the rapidly growing world of women’s sports. From breaking news and game analysis to player storylines and league trends, Tyler Byrum brings informed, engaging takes on everything happening across the W. Each episode dives into WNBA matchups, team performances, standout players, and key moments shaping... more

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The success of the Seattle Storm's season will not be judged on wins and losses this year. It will be on the growth and development of their massive swath of young players. At the midway point of the season, Tyler Byrum checks in with Seattle corresp... more

WNBA budding star Paige Bueckers was asked about the lack of Black coaches in the WNBA and did not miss the opportunity to address the need for a pathway and equal chances for Black women to become head coaches.

Hear the numbers behind the history o... more

In a stunning mid-season move, the Los Angeles Sparks have parted ways with general manager Raegan Pebley. Timely, with the WNBA Trade Deadline just three weeks away and the Sparks in the middle of a crossroads. The Sporting Tribune's Rey Moralde joi... more

Eleven republican members of Congress addressed a letter to Commissioner Cathy Engelbert concerning the treatment of players both on and off the court. Most, but not all, of the letter was concerning one player: Caitlin Clark.

Tyler Byrum tries to b... more

Let's have some fun with the 2026 WNBA All-Star selections with a new, hypothetical format. Tyler Byrum and Rob Knox select a team of WNBA All-Stars with a format similar to Major League Baseball and where every team is represented in the game.

Our ... more

Mystics starting point guard Georgia Amoore is in the midst of overcoming an ACL injury while learning how to play in the WNBA. The 2025 No. 6 overall pick spoke with Tyler Byrum to discuss what she thinks of her play and how one of the biggest chall... more

Rookie and 2026 No. 1 overall pick Azzi Fudd has signed a contract to join Project B for their first season this upcoming winter. That is after signing a NIL deal in college with Unrivaled and her girlfriend Paige Bueckers is committed to the 3x3 lea... more

Tyler Byrum catches up with Minnesota Lynx associate head coach Eric Thibault on life, his strengths as a coach, what pops up when you Google his name and his predictions for the remainder of the World Cup.

Follow Tyler Byrum on BlueSky: bsk... more

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Recent Guests

Mitchell Northam
USA Today Sports journalist
USA Today
Episode: Azzi Fudd joins Project B | USA TODAY's Mitchell Northam discusses her move and how the league is shaping up
Eric Thibault
Associate head coach for the Minnesota Lynx
Minnesota Lynx
Episode: Eric Thibault on his coaching strengths, Google searches and the World Cup | An open-ended interview with the Minnesota Lynx's associate head coach
Terry Horstman
Writer for The IX Basketball; Lynx-focused analyst
The IX Basketball
Episode: Olivia Miles is running away with Rookie of the Year | How having the great Lindsay Whalen help her has put her in the orbit of MVP conversations
A'ja Wilson
Las Vegas Aces star, leading scorer and all-time great-in-the-making
Las Vegas Aces
Episode: A'ja Wilson scores her 6,000th point | She's the best women's basketball player in the world and she's on track to pass Diana Taurasi as the best ever in more ways than one
Aletheia Flórez
Player whose developmental contract was converted to a standard contract with the Washington Mystics
Washington Mystics
Episode: Mystics promote Alicia Flórez from developmental player | Breaking down why Alicia Flórez deserved a standard WNBA contract and an exclusive interview with Flórez
Tony East
Covers Indiana Fever; writer for Circle City Spin and The Nine
Circle City Spin; The Nine
Episode: Caitlin Clark injury controversy | Making sense of the late pregame scratch and why people are making it a big deal
Sydney Johnson
Staff member focused on player performance and coaching innovations
Portland Fire
Episode: The Portland Fire is foregoing shootarounds | This isn't a new practice in the WNBA and why more teams are going that way
Shakira Austin
WNBA player for Washington Mystics
Washington Mystics
Episode: Shakira Austin speaks on her free agency goals | Exclusive interview with Mystics forward
Kurt Badenhausen
Sports Valuations Reporter for Sportico
Sportico
Episode: Valkyries are worth $850 million | WNBA valuations with Sportico's Kurt Badenhausen

Host

Tyler Byrum
Host of Bleav in The W

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A'ja Wilson scores her 6,000th point | She's the best women's basketball player in the world and she's on track to pass Diana Taurasi as the best ever in more ways than one
Q: Are there particular women that you've had to face along the way to kind of stand out and make this more special?
She highlights the variety of defenses and schemes she has seen and credits the growth of her teammates and coaching for helping drive her record-breaking performances.
A'ja Wilson scores her 6,000th point | She's the best women's basketball player in the world and she's on track to pass Diana Taurasi as the best ever in more ways than one
Q: But do some names stand out, defensive assignments that you've had to go through in order to be able to break these records?
She replies that she respects everyone she competes against and emphasizes the teamwork and evolution of defenses she faces, noting that records tend to fall when the team around her is strong and she continues to improve.
The Portland Fire is foregoing shootarounds | This isn't a new practice in the WNBA and why more teams are going that way
Q: Why is sleep and peak performance timing important in this discussion?
The guest emphasizes that late-afternoon to early-evening windows are often optimal for performance, and skipping morning shoot-arounds can improve rest and circadian alignment, potentially benefiting injury risk and game readiness.
The Portland Fire is foregoing shootarounds | This isn't a new practice in the WNBA and why more teams are going that way
Q: What are your thoughts on not having shoot-arounds this season, especially given it's been a talking point?
Sydney Johnson explains that the approach is not entirely new and is influenced by performance staff, scheduling needs, and the emphasis on teaching through other means, while also considering rest and long-term health.
Minnesota Lynx 2026 Season Preview | Napheesa Collier's injury and comments to hang over season
Q: What is the main storyline hanging over the Lynx this season?
Phee Collier's injury and the long-term contract discussions, plus how the team navigates without her early in the season, while still trying to stay competitive and attract free agents.

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A deep-dive show focused on the WNBA and women's sports that blends game analysis, roster moves, and league business with insider perspective from reporters, players, and executives. Episodes frequently cover team strategies, player development, contract talk, and market trends (valuations, expansion, media). A notable throughline is how roster decisions, salary cap, and off-court initiatives shape both competitiveness and the business of the league. The show often features long-form conversations with current players, seasoned beat writers, and media personalities, making it valuable for listeners who want both tactical basketball insight and broader industry context. Unique angles include valuation discussions around teams, leadership sto... more

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Recent guests on Bleav in the W include:

1. Mitchell Northam
2. Eric Thibault
3. Terry Horstman
4. A'ja Wilson
5. Aletheia Flórez
6. Tony East
7. Sydney Johnson
8. Shakira Austin

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