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The Making of a Rivalry: Caitlin Clark vs Angel Reese

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Angel Reese
Caitlin Clark
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Women's Basketball
Rivalry
Women's Sports
Black Women
Gender Bias
Gender Dynamics In Sports
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NCAA Championship
2023 NCAA Championship
Race and Gender Bias In Sports
Taylor Swift
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Caitlin Clark and Angel Reese caused a media frenzy after their infamous “you can’t see me” exchange in the 2023 NCAA championship game. There was a fierce debate over their perceived rivalry and it only intensified once they became the hottest prospects in the WNBA's rookie class.

The media’s fixation on their so-called rivalry has been fueled by the same gender and racial bias that has haun... more

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On the season finale of The Making of a Rivalry, Cari interviews Gina Prince - Bythewood, director and screenwriter whose resume includes: The Old Guard, The Woman King and Love and Basketball - a film that centers a Black athlete with dreams of bein... more

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This conversation delves into the complexities of race, rivalry, and media narratives in women's basketball, focusing on the contrasting portrayals of Angel Reese and Caitlin Clark.

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Gina Prince-Bythewood
Writer-director known for 'Love and Basketball' and 'The Woman King'
Episode: For the Love of Basketball
Trista Krick
Host and content creator in the basketball space
The Heat Check
Episode: For the Love of Basketball
Ron James
Coach and mentor to Angel Reese
Team Takeover
Episode: Who is Angel Reese?
Mitchell Northam
Sports journalist covering women’s basketball
North Carolina Public Radio, WUNC
Episode: Who is Angel Reese?
FlauJae Johnson
Former teammate of Angel Reese at LSU
LSU
Episode: Who is Angel Reese?
Lisa Bluder
Head coach at Iowa, who coached Caitlin Clark
University of Iowa
Episode: Who is Caitlin Clark?
Kristin Meyer
Head coach at Dowling Catholic High School, nurtured Caitlin Clark's talent
Dowling Catholic High School
Episode: Who is Caitlin Clark?
Ryan Ruocco
ESPN commentator who covers major WNBA matchups
ESPN
Episode: Who is Caitlin Clark?
Kev on Stage
Comedian and culture expert
Episode: Who is Caitlin Clark?

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Cari Champion
Creator and host of the series, Cari Champion is an accomplished sports journalist known for her thoughtful and incisive commentary on issues related to sports, culture, race, and gender. She brings a wealth of experience in media, having engaged with some of the most critical issues surrounding women's sports today.

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3.9 out of 5 stars from 30 ratings
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    Apple Podcasts
    5
    kate m 🏀
    United States9 months ago
  • False narrative

    The media did this! CC was never in any rivalry.

    She just wants to be the best she can be. There is no story here

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    Burgerluvr088
    United Statesa year ago
  • Must listen for women's basketball fans

    This deepened my appreciation for both Reese and Clark and the way they have already changed the game. Great to have so many new women's basketball fans in 2024 but sadly some are pushing an agenda that undermines what's great about the game. Cari Champion breaks it all down. We needed this.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    PoddyPodPodster
    United Statesa year ago
  • Great content

    Great content and a very interesting story. Just a bit too many ads and the content repeats to much. Otherwise, this is great.

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    Salt Newby
    United Statesa year ago
  • Cari is incredible!

    Excited for a new project from the mind of Cari Champion!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    lorca14
    United Statesa year ago

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Listeners appreciate the deep insights offered about the dynamics of women's basketball and the cultural narratives at play.
The host's credentials and approach are praised, reflecting a strong connection with the audience that enhances the conversation surrounding women's sports.
There are some criticisms regarding the frequency of advertisements and content repetition, although the overall quality is noted positively.

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For the Love of Basketball
Q: Did you do it for the love?
Yes, the journey in the industry is hard, and films centering black women are often not acknowledged.
For the Love of Basketball
Q: What were your earliest memories in terms of the fanfare, the popularity, the stars of the WNBA?
The inaugural season was thrilling; it felt like a fever dream with packed games and excitement, but there was anxiety about whether it would last.
For the Love of Basketball
Q: What does that love of basketball feel like?
It feels like breaking someone's ankles, hitting that shot, and collectively coming together with teammates in a battle-like environment.
Who is Caitlin Clark?
Q: How do you recognize that Jenna Saquard? Is it just something you feel?
I think it's part of something that I felt, but also when you watch her play, her vision and her understanding of the game stand out.

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This series offers a profound analysis of the dynamic rivalry between two standout athletes in women's basketball, Caitlin Clark and Angel Reese, against the broader backdrop of societal issues such as gender and racial bias. Each episode features insights from a diverse array of voices, including coaches, players, and journalists, who discuss the implications of the rivalry that erupted during the high-stakes 2023 NCAA championship game. The discussion is not only about the athletes' individual journeys and athletic prowess but also tackles the cultural narratives surrounding women in sports, inviting listeners to question whether the media's fixation fosters healthy competition or undermines the spirit of sisterhood inherent in women's at... more

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