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Welcome to the Party

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Women's Sports
WNBA
Tennis
Aryna Sabalenka
U.S. Open
Billie Jean King
Youth Sports
NWSL
Olympics
Viori
Women In Sports
Women Athletes
Olympic Games
Wimbledon
Grassroots Tennis
Billie Jean King Cup
Cygnus
Wayfair
Mental Health
Women's Super League

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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March Madness is delivering, and so is this episode. From bracket chaos and UCLA surviving Duke to a viral coaching moment that had the entire internet debating what “good coaching” actually looks like… we’re breaking it all down.

Julie, Abby, and K... more

March Madness is in full swing and the chaos is only getting started. From bracket battles and Cinderella runs to the Sweet 16 matchups you can’t miss, Julie and Abby break it all down. But this episode goes deeper, highlighting Lauren Betts and the ... more

March Madness is in full chaos mode and Welcome to the Party is right in the middle of it. Julie, Abby, and Kinger break down bracket madness (including their own 1,000+ person pod challenge), wild leaderboard swings, and the moments everyone’s talki... more

March Madness is here, and before locking in their brackets, Julie and Abby bring in one of the best minds in women’s basketball: legendary former Iowa coach Lisa Bluder. After 40 years on the sidelines and 18 NCAA tournament appearances, Bluder join... more

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Recent Guests

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
Charlisse Leger-Walker
UCLA women's basketball guard, notable for brand-building and dance/video collaboration
UCLA Bruins
Episode: WHY UCLA MIGHT BE THE TEAM NOBODY WANTS TO PLAY
Alyssa Naeher
Alyssa Naeher, USWNT and NWSL goalkeeper
US Women's National Team / Chicago Red Stars
Episode: Why Alyssa Naeher Almost Walked Away From Soccer
Hilary Knight
Captain of Team USA Hockey, Olympic gold medalist
USA Hockey
Episode: Hilary Knight & Brittany Bowe: Gold, Love, and the Olympics
Brittany Bowe
Olympic speed skater, multiple Olympic medalist
USA Speedskating
Episode: Hilary Knight & Brittany Bowe: Gold, Love, and the Olympics
Kelsey Robinson Cook
Volleyball player, three-time Olympic medalist, part-owner of Love San Francisco
Love San Francisco | Volleyball
Episode: The Next Billion-Dollar Women’s League
Diana Flores
Flag football star, world-renowned quarterback and captain for Mexico's national flag football team
Flag Football (Mexico) | NFL ambassador
Episode: The Next Billion-Dollar Women’s League
Steve Meyer
Katie Meyer's father, advocate for Katie Meyer's Law
Katie Save / Meyer family
Episode: Katie Meyer’s Lasting Legacy
Gina Meyer
Katie Meyer's mother, advocate for Katie Meyer's Law
Katie Save / Meyer family
Episode: Katie Meyer’s Lasting Legacy

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 States20 days 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 Statesa month 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 Statesa month 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 Statesa month 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
    Canadaa month 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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#220
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Apple Podcasts
#234
Austria/Sports

Talking Points

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The Next Billion-Dollar Women’s League
Q: Which league do you think will be the next to hit a billion-dollar valuation?
Volleyball is likely the next, given its strong youth participation, college support, and demonstrated viewership growth, though flag football has strong NFL-backed momentum that could accelerate its path.
Erin Jackson Became an Olympian in Just 4 Months
Q: What are you hoping for in the 2026 Olympics?
I definitely want to come home with another gold medal in the 500. It's a pretty cool feeling to be defending it well.
Erin Jackson Became an Olympian in Just 4 Months
Q: What do you feel when you're out there skating and in competition?
I feel pressure just really amps me up to do what I need to do out there.
THE REAL COST OF CHASING GOLD
Q: Alana, can you share how a crushed softball dream led you to a 20-year bobsled career?
Alana shared how after a failed Olympic tryout for softball, she transitioned to bobsledding at her parents' suggestion. She googled the sport, contacted a coach, and participated in a tryout, leading to her successful career.
From Air Mattresses to Sold-Out Arenas: Kendall Coyne Schofield
Q: How are you managing all of this and why?
It's a vision, belief, dream. If I have it, I'm going to put everything I can into accomplishing it.

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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. Lauren Betts
2. Charlisse Leger-Walker
3. Alyssa Naeher
4. Hilary Knight
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6. Kelsey Robinson Cook
7. Diana Flores
8. Steve Meyer

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