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Time Wasting with Ali Riley and Kelley O’Hara

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WNBA
NWSL
Women's Sports
NWSL Playoffs
US Women's National Team
Olympics
Gotham FC
Napheesa Collier
US Open
Kelley O'hara
Women's Soccer
Soccer
Women’s Sports
A'ja Wilson
Olympic Games
Retirement
Unrivaled
Caitlin Clark
United States Women's National Team
March Madness

Welcome to Time Wasting! Ali Riley and Kelley O’Hara are back in the game! The podcasting game. The duo are professional women’s soccer veterans, former teammates, and best friends. Each week they break down the biggest news in women’s soccer, give high-level insight, and get honest about their personal journeys. Time Wasting is the #1 place for everything women’s soccer. It’s not a waste of time!... more

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WELCOME TO THE TIME WASTING PRIDE EPISODE!

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Ali Riley & Kelley O’Hara break down the aftermath of the USWNT’s loss to Brazil. Heavy pressure and intense physicality got the best of the US, but can they pull it together for game 2?

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Ali Riley & Kelley O’Hara look ahead to USWNT’s friendlies against Brazil and revisit the biggest moments in their rivalry. Including the EPIC 2011 Quarter Final that lead to Megan Rapinoe’s insane cross to Abby Wambach sending the game to penalties ... more

Ali Riley & Kelley O’Hara answer your questions while they’re in Oslo for the UWCL Final, for a very special fan-centric episode.

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Julie Fowdy
Former USWNT player; guest attempting to join live call
Episode: INSIDE the INTENSE Pressure of Playing for USWNT | Plus US Beats Japan | Time Wasting
Lo LaBonta
Named for her iconic celebrations and leadership in the NWSL
Kansas City Current
Episode: Sports Are Fun! LIVE at NWSL Championship!
Temwa Chawinga
2025 Golden Boot winner and first back-to-back MVP in NWSL history
Kansas City Current
Episode: Sports Are Fun! LIVE at NWSL Championship!
Sam Coffey
Captain of Portland Thorns and US Women's National Team player
Portland Thorns
Episode: Sports Are Fun! LIVE at NWSL Championship!
Abby Dahlkemper
Former US National Team player and current Bay FC player
Bay FC
Episode: Sports Are Fun! LIVE at NWSL Championship!
Lynn Biyendolo
US National Team player and Bay FC contributor
Bay FC
Episode: Sports Are Fun! LIVE at NWSL Championship!
Caprice Dydasco
Defensive star for Bay FC
Bay FC
Episode: Sports Are Fun! LIVE at NWSL Championship!
Brandi Chastain
US Women's National Team legend and Bay FC founding member
Bay FC
Episode: Sports Are Fun! LIVE at NWSL Championship!
Lesley Osborne
Former US National Team player and Bay FC founding member
Bay FC
Episode: Sports Are Fun! LIVE at NWSL Championship!

Hosts

Kelley O'Hara
Host of Time Wasting; longtime professional footballer with strong analytical and storytelling presence; frequent collaborator with Ali Riley.
Ali Riley
Co-host; former teammate with Kelley O'Hara, brings strategic insights and personal anecdotes from her playing career.

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 3.1k ratings
  • Really enjoy the show, but swiping sound effects are totally unnecessary.

    Really enjoy Ally and Kelly and their banter.

    Please get rid of the sound effects while they’re talking… I just can’t listen to that.

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    ck1963
    United States3 months ago
  • Go Bats!

    Love the pod! But please fix the volume and audio issues, it’s so hard to hear and so inconsistent between hosts. Thanks!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Carol_3230
    United States7 months ago
  • 5 stars despite BJ’s Seattle Reign hate!

    Really enjoy this show and feel like I’m talking to my friends who love womens sports as much as I do.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Seattlefancora
    United Statesa year ago
  • They fixed the audio!

    God bless

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Monetize lie
    United Statesa year ago
  • Great Pod!

    Yo! Came across this show. These girls are a RIOT! Love how real they are and they do a fantastic job covering the sports, love the analysis and how well they cover the human side!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    LeeTV14
    United Statesa year ago

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Sponsors may benefit from the show's strong female athlete focus and engaged community.
Fans appreciate candid personal stories and authentic discussions about motherhood and career balance in sports.
Listeners praise the hosts' banter and insider perspective on the women's game.
Audio issues are noted by some, but content quality and personalities keep audiences engaged.

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Apple Podcasts
#35
United States/Sports/Soccer
Apple Podcasts
#117
Canada/Sports/Soccer
Apple Podcasts
#212
United Kingdom/Sports/Soccer
Apple Podcasts
#60
Australia/Sports/Soccer
Apple Podcasts
#124
Germany/Sports/Soccer
Apple Podcasts
#232
France/Sports/Soccer

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The HARDEST Fitness Test In Professional Soccer | Ali & Kelley Answer YOUR Questions | Time Wasting Origin Story
Q: What are your most dreaded fitness tests in your career?
Ali highlights the mile repeat as the toughest, though she also faced the beep test anxiety; Kelley notes the mile repeat as her personal nemesis but ultimately conquered it, while both acknowledge the general dread of the beep test.
Sports Are Fun! LIVE at NWSL Championship!
Q: Who's winning?
I think Spirit is going to win. They have a lot of bite and flair.
Sports Are Fun! LIVE at NWSL Championship!
Q: What did Emma say to you when she brought you over to put you in?
She said, they think they're making the calls around here.
Sports Are Fun! LIVE at NWSL Championship!
Q: What was your favorite things on Amazon Prime, because you were selected to Best 11 presented by Prime five times?
I've bought all the things I need, but the best thing that I chose is the Nintendo Switch.
Sports Are Fun! LIVE at NWSL Championship!
Q: What do you think is more important, the Shield or the Championship?
This year, the Shield.

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Two former top-tier teammates bring insider perspective to major news in women's soccer, mixing sharp analysis with personal stories and banter. Each episode covers the biggest developments in the sport, tactical breakdowns, and behind-the-scenes insights from their careers, often including bets, fan interactions, and candid reflections on leadership and growth in women's soccer. The duo's chemistry and willingness to share journeys beyond the field make it a practical listen for sponsors, brands, and listeners who want accessible expert commentary with relatable storytelling about athletes, media, and the game's evolution.

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2. Lo LaBonta
3. Temwa Chawinga
4. Sam Coffey
5. Abby Dahlkemper
6. Lynn Biyendolo
7. Caprice Dydasco
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