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Welcome to the Party

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Women's Sports
WNBA
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Billie Jean King
NWSL
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Youth Sports
Tennis
Women In Sports
Youth Sportsmanship
Olympic Games
Aryna Sabalenka
Soccer
Shark Attack
U.S. Open
Paralympics
New York City Marathon
Basketball
Community Building
NWSL Championship

What’s up, Party People! Abby Wambach, Julie Foudy, and Billie Jean King welcome you to the women’s sports party. Whether you’ve been here all along or are looking to get in the game, you're invited. Twice a week, soccer legends and forever teammates Abby and Julie will be hanging with the change-makers and shot-takers in women’s sports while giving their perspectives on big issues and hot topics.... more

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Party People… this one had EVERYTHING.

From a sold-out crowd and championship energy at the LOVB Championship, to a full-on momentum swing, this match came down to the smallest margins and the biggest moments. LOVB Austin was down, backs against the ... more

Fresh off a national championship and straight into the WNBA, Lauren Betts is back, and her life has officially gone bonkers (in the best way).

In just a few weeks, Lauren led UCLA to its first-ever title, became a top-five WNBA draft pick, signed m... more

Julie, Abby, and Billie Jean King sit down with pickleball phenom Anna Leigh Waters, the undisputed GOAT of the fastest-growing sport in America. She’s already out-earning the men, dominating singles, doubles, and mixed, and now she’s taking on tenni... more

Julie, Abby, and Billie Jean King kick things off with the Billie Jean King Cup, the “World Cup of women’s tennis”, and what makes playing for your country hit different, from pressure to pride to full-on chaos in the locker room.

Then, U.S. Women’s... more

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Recent Guests

Anna Leigh Waters
19-year-old pickleball phenom, world #1 in multiple disciplines, Nike sponsored
Nike (athlete)
Episode: The 19-Year-Old Who’s Beating EVERYONE
Emma Hayes
USWNT Head Coach, Chelsea legacy coach
Chelsea, US Soccer
Episode: Emma Hayes: “If You Can’t Change the System… Change It”
Adam Grant
Renowned organizational psychologist and professor at Wharton
The Wharton School, University of Pennsylvania
Episode: Why the Best Teams High Five More - And Science Proves It
Jordan Robinson
Hoop expert, co-host of The Women's Hoop Show, author of Court Queens
The Women's Hoop Show
Episode: Why the Best Teams High Five More - And Science Proves It
Brenda Frese
Maryland head coach, 24 seasons, national title 2006
University of Maryland
Episode: The Viral March Madness Moment Everyone’s Talking About
Oluchi Okanawa
Maryland star guard, All Big 10, AP All America honors
University of Maryland
Episode: The Viral March Madness Moment Everyone’s Talking About
Cynthia Marshall
CEO, Dallas Mavericks; pioneer in corporate leadership and STEM advocacy
Dallas Mavericks
Episode: She Walked Into the NBA’s Biggest Mess and Fixed It
Lisa Bluder
Legendary Iowa women's basketball coach (40-year career, 18 NCAA tournaments as a coach, now Big Ten Network analyst)
University of Iowa
Episode: Caitlin Clark’s Former Coach, Lisa Bluder Makes Her March Madness Pick
Lauren Betts
UCLA women's basketball center, high-impact player featured in the episode
UCLA Bruins
Episode: WHY UCLA MIGHT BE THE TEAM NOBODY WANTS TO PLAY

Hosts

Julie Foudy
Host; longtime leader in women's sports; co-host; public speaker and advocate
Abby Wambach
Co-host; former national team star and global advocate for women in sports
Billie Jean King
Legendary athlete and advocate; recurring host; influential voice on equity in sports

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 1.2k ratings
  • The party is here!

    I grew up as a kid watching Julie play. I remember the 96 and 99 matches like they happened yesterday. Between Julie and Mia Hamm it what pushed my soccer career!

    Abby your career and personal life helped me so much in my journey thank you!!

    This podcast is everything amazing women sports needs right now!!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Cirbster
    United Statesa month ago
  • Well said

    The men’s hockey team let themselves get cornered and then made it worse by doubling down. Thank you for speaking about this, party people! Men’s team, be careful of the company you choose to keep, you could have declined (twice!).

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    ec05482
    United States2 months ago
  • Listen Up!

    Learn life’s leadership lessons from three leading lady living legends. While the experience of female athletes takes center stage, the inspiration and wisdom are universal. And the “Kinger” nickname gets me every time.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Michael P Coach
    United States2 months ago
  • More WTTP!

    Please do more episodes! Daily! I need more WTTP in my life. Thank you for your stories, interviews, and inspiration!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    soccer fan girl
    United States2 months ago
  • When you need sports joy and inspiration

    Such a fun, friendly and fascinating listen to three legends whose hearts and impact on the world of sports and representation are even more legendary than their careers.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    wahine19
    Canada2 months ago

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Energetic, informative, and uplifting with a strong focus on women's sports
The trio brings deep expertise and warmth; guests are well-chosen and conversations are accessible
A must-listen for fans of women's sports and advocates for equality; episodes balance celebration with critical discussion
Listeners praise the mix of legends and rising stars, plus practical sponsorship and branding insights
Consistently positive feedback on energy, inclusivity, and useful takeaways for parents and professionals

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#172
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#225
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The 19-Year-Old Who’s Beating EVERYONE
Q: What makes pickleball different from tennis in terms of transitioning players?
While tennis provides a backbone for strokes and strategy, pickleball has unique shots and rallies, and some tennis skills don't translate, especially the fast, multi-shot sequences at the net.
Emma Hayes: “If You Can’t Change the System… Change It”
Q: Why did you choose this as your dream job with the United States?
Because the program's values and the opportunity to push women's sport forward resonated deeply, and coaching this team fulfilled a long-held dream to impact the game on a global stage.
The Biggest Stories in Women’s March Madness Right Now
Q: What in the new CBA stands out most to you?
Jordan highlights the shift in revenue sharing, the massive jump in supermax deals, and the guaranteed housing and travel as top changes, emphasizing how the CBA connects players' pay to the league's growth and legacy for past players as well.
Why the Best Teams High Five More - And Science Proves It
Q: If you had to pick which of your former selves gave you the most insight into how the human mind actually works, before you were organizational psychologists, which self would you choose?
Diving taught me about facing fear, social dynamics, and observing people, which translates into understanding motivation and how people relate within teams.
Caitlin Clark’s Former Coach, Lisa Bluder Makes Her March Madness Pick
Q: How did you land Caitlin Clark at Iowa and keep her for four years?
Bluder explains the initial recruitment starting in seventh grade, the close geographic proximity, and the trust-building process including a pivotal home visit and continuous conversations about development and culture, which helped Caitlin commit and stay for four years.

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Three hosts bring energy, expert perspectives, and veteran leadership to a show focused on women's sports, advocacy, and culture. Episodes frequently center on growth of women's leagues, sponsorship and media momentum, mental health in sport, and the intersections of athletics with policy and community impact. Guests range from elite athletes to coaches and industry creatives, offering practical insights on development pipelines, branding, and the business side of elevating women's sports. A standout trait is the warm, party-like vibe that blends candid storytelling with data-backed discussions, making complex topics accessible and entertaining for fans, practitioners, and potential sponsors alike.

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Recent guests on Welcome to the Party include:

1. Anna Leigh Waters
2. Emma Hayes
3. Adam Grant
4. Jordan Robinson
5. Brenda Frese
6. Oluchi Okanawa
7. Cynthia Marshall
8. Lisa Bluder

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