A Touch More with Sue Bird & Megan Rapinoe

Sue and Megan are joined by Angel City FC forward and youngest NWSL draft pick ever, Alyssa Thompson. We ask her our most burning questions, like how she comes up with her celebrations on the field? Does she ever get into fights with her sister on the field? And how is the team’s new coach making them better? And we throw her some merciless Bench/Start/Cut’s.  The WNBA’s MVP race is heating up, and we breakdown who it’s coming down to and why. Do game absences matter? Plus: the WNBA and NWSL are setting new attendance records, and we have a new Workout of the Week, involving stairs and swimming. A Touch More: The Podcast is produced in partnership with VOX MEDIA and TOGETHXR. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Transcribed - Published: 28 August 2025

ATM is live from Seattle to celebrate Sue becoming the first-ever WNBA player honored with a  statue, and we couldn’t be prouder. To mark the occasion, we’re joined by past and present Seattle Storm stars Gabby Williams and Lauren Jackson. Gabby tells us what it’s like to be a rising star in the league, the secret to her phenomenal defensive game, her favorite Seattle spots, and what she hopes to see from CBA negotiations. Plus, we play a special tattoo edition of Bench/Start/Cut. Lauren reveals the real story behind being the WNBA’s #1 pick in 2001. She gets honest and heartwarming over her infamous rivalry with Lisa Leslie, and her favorite memories of playing in Seattle.  Plus, Megan shares a very personalized gift that she hand-crafted for Sue. Hint: it goes great on popcorn.  A Touch More: The Podcast is produced in partnership with VOX MEDIA and TOGETHXR. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Transcribed - Published: 21 August 2025

Soccer legend Lucy Bronze joins Megan and Sue to talk about how she dominated Euro 2025 with a not-so-secret-secret broken leg, what she learned from her college teammates at UNC, and what her autism diagnosis has meant to her. Plus, Sue gives a behind-the-scenes look at how her tryst with the Storm’s mascot Doppler came to be, and they discuss the spate of bonkers scoring in the WNBA, including record-setting performances by A’ja Wilson, Dominique Malonga, and Alyssa Thomas. Our Workout of the Week tackles how to add a little exercise to your everyday activities, and we share some responses to our anti-bicker of the week about brushing your teeth before drinking coffee. And don’t forget, we’re bringing A Touch More to Seattle on August 16th with very special guests Gabby Williams and Lauren Jackson! Get your tickets here. A Touch More: The Podcast is produced in partnership with VOX MEDIA and TOGETHXR. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Transcribed - Published: 14 August 2025

Sue and Megan are joined by Megan’s longtime US Women’s National teammate and world champion, Ali Krieger. The trio go deep on life after retirement, the current generation of soccer players, and we find out which pair of boots Ali is starting. Plus, we discuss the recent trade shake-up in the WNBA and are thrilled that Trinity Rodman is back on the field.  We also share our Workout of the Week about how we’ve been keeping fit without leaving home. And wrap the show with what we’re calling the anti-Bicker, where we pull back the curtain on all the things with which Sue and Megan are in lockstep alignment.  And we’re bringing A Touch More to Seattle on August 16th! Get tickets here. Finally, don’t miss this week’s Birds Eye View interview with Caitlin Clark, subscribe on YouTube or wherever you get your podcasts so you don’t miss when it drops!   A Touch More: The Podcast is produced in partnership with VOX MEDIA and TOGETHXR. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Transcribed - Published: 7 August 2025

Sue and Megan are back from the Euro finals in Switzerland, and they break down just what gave England the winning edge. Here’s one reason: AURA. Then WNBA All-Star MVP Napheesa Collier drops by to break down the Lynx’s dominating season, what’s up next for Unrivaled and the W’s contract negotiations, and more importantly, her guest appearances on StudBudz. Finally, don't miss this week's 'Bicker of the Week' – Sue and Megan are on the same side, for once! But who’s on the other side then? A Touch More: The Podcast is produced in partnership with VOX MEDIA and TOGETHXR. PLUS: Join Sue and Megan at the Moore Theatre in Seattle for A Touch More Live on August 16th! Get tickets here: https://www.stgpresents.org/events/a-touch-more-live/. Thanks to Nike for sponsoring the event. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Transcribed - Published: 31 July 2025

Sue and Megan are back from Indianapolis with all their highlights from the WNBA All-Star Game weekend, and are joined by special guests the StudBudz, Courtney Williams and Natisha Heideman. The duo talks about their rise to Twitch stardom, their 72-hour live stream that won All-Star Weekend, and whether Megan could become the third Stud Bud. Plus, Megan dives into all the thrilling moments from the Euros quarter-finals (sorry, France!) and her predictions for the finals. Then we get into your reactions to last week’s Bicker of the Week (aka “the shirt cropping incident”), and Megan and Sue stan Paige Bueckers and Azzi Fudd's hard launch. A Touch More: The Podcast is produced in partnership with VOX MEDIA and TOGETHXR. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Transcribed - Published: 24 July 2025

This episode, A Touch More is live from Indianapolis with special guest Caitlin Clark! Caitlin talks about the honor of hosting the WNBA All-Star Game on her home court, how she’s way goofier in real life than you’d expect, and the moment in her basketball career when everything changed. Then Sue and Megan put Caitin to the test with a round of “You Meme So Much” – just what did she and Taylor Swift talk about at last year’s Chiefs/Texans playoff game? And why is there a statue of Caitlin made out of butter? Plus, Sue and Megan discuss their favorite moments in WNBA All-Star history, and their workouts of the week – Megan revisits the “shirt cutting” incident and Sue discovers that her Pilates instructor may be making her workouts even harder than normal. A Touch More: The Podcast is produced in partnership with VOX MEDIA and TOGETHXR. Butter Caitlin Clark photo by Derek Brooks / CC BY 2.0 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Transcribed - Published: 21 July 2025

This week on A Touch More, we are bringing you tons of WNBA tea just in time for the All-Star Game, including The Athletic’s anonymous player survey, what to look out for at the skills contest and the newest expansion teams around the league. Could the Valkyries’ success offer a blueprint for other new teams? Then, Megan gives us her hottest Euro soccer takes, even hinting at who might win it all, and we look at Portland Fire’s revival: their new/old name, logo and merchandise. Plus, we’ve got a Bicker of the Week for the ages. Did Megan cross the line? Listen and weigh in! A Touch More: The Podcast is produced in partnership with VOX MEDIA and TOGETHXR. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Transcribed - Published: 17 July 2025

This week on A Touch More, WNBA All Star, ESPN analyst and secret musician Chiney Ogwumike joins us to talk about the latest WNBA All Stars, what she hopes to see out of the next CBA negotiations, and why raising players’ salaries is the most important issue on the table right now. Then we honor Candace Parker on her jersey retirement, and take a look at the record-breaking soccer news from the Euros. Megan throws down some truth bombs about the Euro teams. Also, Sue and Megan give props to Angel Reese for her “mebounds” merch. A Touch More: The Podcast is produced in partnership with VOX MEDIA and TOGETHXR. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Transcribed - Published: 10 July 2025

This week on A Touch More, we’re live from Sports Beach 2025 in Cannes, France with Tara Davis-Woodhall and Hunter Woodhall. The gold-medal winning track and field power couple break down their mission to bring more attention to their sport, why track needs to become easier to watch, and how they balance each other out as partners. And since this the very first time we’ve interviewed another gold-medal couple, we asked them to give us one of their Bickers of the Week and they got to play Are you a Tara or Are you a Hunter? A Touch More: The Podcast is produced in partnership with VOX MEDIA and TOGETHXR. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Transcribed - Published: 26 June 2025

This week on A Touch More, we are convening for our first-ever book club meeting! We’re joined by a very special guest: Sue’s older sister Jen, the owner of Athena Books in Old Greenwich, CT. Even if you didn’t get a chance to finish our first pick, We Can Do Hard Things by Abby Wambach and Glennon and Amanda Doyle, join us to hear why the book was the perfect debut selection. We’ll hear some listener thoughts on the book and then get into much more with Jen, like why she opened a bookstore, how she reads 70+ books a year, and how she can take some credit for Sue’s speed on the court. Also, Jen recommended some more books for this summer! Check them out and order them here. Listen to find out how to enter a raffle to win some of these books! A Touch More: The Podcast is produced in partnership with VOX MEDIA and TOGETHXR. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Transcribed - Published: 20 June 2025

This week we are bringing you an in-depth, in-studio conversation with journalist and host Pablo Torre of “Pablo Torre Finds Out.” We talk to him about his reporting on trans athletes and Bill Belichick, how he comes up with his next investigation, and so much more. Plus, we discuss the Aces’ big loss to the Valkyries, our latest Coco Gauff obsession, and US Women winning The Soccer Tournament (TST). For more of Pablo’s reporting check out his show on YouTube.  A Touch More: The Podcast is produced in partnership with VOX MEDIA and TOGETHXR. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Transcribed - Published: 12 June 2025

A Touch More kicks off Pride Month with Megan’s very scientific theory that you can’t win championships without gay players. We get into some WNBA news, with Kate Martin’s whopping 14 points in six minutes (check out Sue’s interview with Kate on Bird’s Eye View on Friday) and we try to figure out how the Fever will handle its slew of point guard injuries. Then we chat with Angel City FC teammates Ali Riley and Syd Leroux about their podcast BFFR, what it means to control their own narratives, and what they’re looking forward to this season in LA. Stick around for the responses to last week’s “Are you a Megan or Are you a Sue?”-- when does celebrating become taunting? Help us plan for the future of A Touch More by filling out a brief survey: voxmedia.com/survey. Thank you! A Touch More: The Podcast is produced in partnership with VOX MEDIA and TOGETHXR. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Transcribed - Published: 5 June 2025

We kick off this week’s episode with news from the WNBA, including an officiating upset during the Liberty v Fever game, Nneka Ogwumike leading the Storm to a big win over the Aces, and Caitlin Clark’s quad injury… Dr. Rapinoe diagnoses how long she might be out.  In soccer news, Gotham FC won the CONCACAF (that’s the Confederation of North, Central America and Caribbean Association Football) and Arsenal won the Champions League. Megan helps Sue make sense of all the leagues in soccer. It’s a lot! And if there’s any doubt that everyone watches women’s sports, we take a look at the latest, eyepopping valuation of the New York Liberty. We wrap it up with a new Are You a Megan or Are You a Sue? This one has to do with how you celebrate a win. Check out Sue’s deep-dive interview with the Aces’ Jewell Loyd on Bird’s Eye View. A Touch More: The Podcast is produced in partnership with VOX MEDIA and TOGETHXR. Help us plan for the future of A Touch More by filling out a brief survey: voxmedia.com/survey. Thank you! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Transcribed - Published: 29 May 2025

This week we are live from New York for the Liberty’s home opener, with extra special guest Breanna Stewart! We have lots of thoughts on the opening weekend of the WNBA: who impressed us with their game and with their fits. And we’re not happy with the media’s coverage of Caitlin Clark’s hard foul on Angel Reese. We tell you why. With Stewie, she reveals the best advice Sue ever gave her, and what she thinks about the Liberty’s newest additions, Marine Johannès and Natasha Cloud. She also tells us how she really feels about Aaliyah Edwards beating her in Unrivaled. Of course, we couldn’t let her go without asking her about that 2024 foul call.  Stick around for a little check-in after the live event. We share some punishing responses to last week’s Bicker of the Week about Megan’s criminal behavior with the ice cream. A Touch More: The Podcast is produced in partnership with VOX MEDIA and TOGETHXR. Help us plan for the future of A Touch More by filling out a brief survey: voxmedia.com/survey. Thank you! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Transcribed - Published: 22 May 2025

This week, Sue explains her new job as the Managing Director of USA Basketball, and we get some early 2028 Olympic predictions. Then we check in with the NWSL and the WNBA, including reports of a Connecticut Sun sale and a tiny history of getting dunked on in the W in light of Dominique Malonga’s arrival in Seattle. We’re sending Angel City’s Savy King our best after her in-game collapse, and we weigh in on whether the game should have continued.  We are also excited to talk about all the beauty brands entering women’s sports, especially Rihanna’s Fenty partnering with the NY Liberty. Our only question: what took beauty brands so long? Before we wrap, we have a fresh new Bicker we want to get your thoughts on. It involves ice cream – again.  Also, Sue’s new podcast, Bird’s Eye View is launching this week! Subscribe, watch and listen on YouTube or wherever you get your podcasts. A Touch More: The Podcast is produced in partnership with VOX MEDIA and TOGETHXR. Help us plan for the future of A Touch More by filling out a brief survey: voxmedia.com/survey. Thank you! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Transcribed - Published: 15 May 2025

This week we’re zooming in on the W’s preseason, including Paige Bueckers’ debut with Dallas and way-too-early odds on MVP rankings. Plus, Caitlin Clark is back and outdoing herself already. We also take a closer look at the ACL tears that are plaguing the league, and share our thoughts on a new FIFA-study investigating how menstrual cycles contribute to ACL tears. On a lighter note, we ogle the eye-popping suiting at the 2025 Met Gala, which included some of our favorite athletes. Finally, Sue has a new podcast! Bird’s Eye View will be getting into the weeds of the x’s and o’s of women’s basketball. Get your analysis on YouTube here or wherever you get your podcasts, starting May 16  Also: we’ve got another live show coming up in New York City after the Liberty’s Home Opener on May 17, featuring special guest Breanna Stewart! Get your tickets here.  A Touch More: The Podcast is produced in partnership with VOX MEDIA and TOGETHXR. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Transcribed - Published: 8 May 2025

In this bonus episode of A Touch More, we bring you an extensive interview with Abby Wambach, Glennon Doyle and Amanda Doyle about their new book “We Can Do Hard Things: Answers to Life's 20 Questions.” This is A Touch More’s inaugural book club selection, and you can order it now here or get the audiobook here. In this interview we get deep and personal, getting into the pitfalls of striving for greatness, how women can start to figure out what they want, and how sports – as much as we love ‘em – can be limiting. A Touch More: The Podcast is produced in partnership with VOX MEDIA and TOGETHXR. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Transcribed - Published: 6 May 2025

Buckle up, everyone– this week’s episode is one you won’t want to miss. We’re launching the official A Touch More Book Club powered by Athena Books, with special guests Glennon Doyle and Abby Wambach to celebrate their brand new book, We Can Do Hard Things: Answers to Life's 20 Questions. In this episode we’re giving you a generous teaser of the spiritual, philosophical and practical conversation with Abby and Glennon about how the book came about, how they arrived at the “20 questions of life”, and their advice for podcasting as a couple. We just couldn’t get enough of this convo, so we’ll be dropping a lengthier, even deeper interview with Abby, Glennon, and Amanda Doyle, next TUESDAY to coincide with the book’s publication. Pre-order the book or the audiobook now and our book club! We also check-in on the WNBA preseason being broadcast for the first time ever and Megan’s Way Too Early NWSL takes. Plus, we have a new Are You a Megan or Are You a Sue? And a quick fashion police segment of the WNBA draft. A Touch More: The Podcast is produced in partnership with VOX MEDIA and TOGETHXR. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Transcribed - Published: 1 May 2025

We break down the results of the WNBA draft and Sue looks into her crystal ball to predict a record-breaking season for the W. And then Chelsea Clinton talks with us about how women’s sports can advance progressive ideas, who are her latest additions to her list of gutsy women, and Sue reveals when she first met Chelsea. Of course we don’t let her go without a little Bench/Start/Cut. A Touch More: The Podcast is produced in partnership with VOX MEDIA and TOGETHXR. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Transcribed - Published: 24 April 2025

This week, we open up the mailbag and answer some of your most burning questions. Like when did Sue realize Megan was the funniest person ever? Will Sue ever coach a WNBA team? What’s our nap schedule? And then we share a very personal conversation we had with World Cup champion and two-time Olympic gold medalist Lauren Cheney Holiday at the annual MIT Sloan Sports Analytics Conference. Lauren tells us what drives her to invest in women’s sports, how the industry could enable women athletes’ involvement in the business, and her up-close insights into what women’s sports needs to grow. Megan and Lauren also reminisce about the NWSL and do some serious fan-girling over the new generation of soccer players. A Touch More: The Podcast is produced in partnership with VOX MEDIA and TOGETHXR. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Transcribed - Published: 17 April 2025

This week’s episode is dedicated to UConn Nation. Congratulations to Huskies past, present, and future, as they become 2025 NCAA Champions for the TWELFTH time. We’ll discuss the highs of the final and then bring you our interview with UConn legend and WNBA champ, Diana Taurasi, live from the Final Four in Tampa, Florida. We sat down with DT to discuss UConn’s legacy and impact, and dug into the vault to share some favorite Coach Auriemma stories. Plus, what she’s been up to post-retirement, her favorite YouTube-acquired DIY skills, and, as usual, a game; this one includes some never-before-seen photos of Diana over the years. Also: A Touch More is nominated for its very first Webby! Please vote for us here.  A Touch More: The Podcast is produced in partnership with VOX MEDIA and TOGETHXR. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Transcribed - Published: 10 April 2025

The Final Four is officially official. Why has the tournament been so low-scoring so far? And does that mean the team with a Certified Bucket Getter (CBG) is primed to win it all? We chat through this and all the possibilities that could go down in the final stretch. And then onto our Unrivaled Championship Spectacular. We speak to series Champ and Finals MVP Chelsea Gray and the inaugural MVP and 1-on-1 champ Napheesa Collier. Chelsea talks about playing with Angel Reese, the beef that WILL spillover to the W season, and shares some of the ways she’d like to see Unrivaled evolve next year. Then, Napheesa reflects on what it means to start a successful new league, and if she’s going to continue her scorched earth streak into next year. A Touch More: The Podcast is produced in partnership with VOX MEDIA and TOGETHXR. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Transcribed - Published: 3 April 2025

We’re halfway through March Madness -- time to take a close look at the teams and players in the Sweet 16. And we discuss a path forward for USC after Juju Watkins's season-ending ACL injury -- sending our heartfelt best wishes to Juju! We’re going to miss her in the tourney, but know she’ll be back. Checking in on our bracket, we share some tough lessons we’ve learned the hard way and the matchups we’re looking forward to. Plus, we drop a little behind-the-scenes look of Megan “locked-in” at game time. And we’re introducing a new segment: Make it Make Sense, where we’ll call out things that just don’t add up. Like: when fans chant “overrated" at an opposing team, are they committing a self-own? This leads Megan and Sue to recollect their all-time best heckle moments. And the verdict is in on last week’s Bicker of the Week aka the sunscreen fiasco, but Megan and Sue settle things their own way. Tune in for a special announcement on an upcoming live show with a very special guest! Get your tix here. A Touch More: The Podcast is produced in partnership with VOX MEDIA and TOGETHXR Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Transcribed - Published: 27 March 2025

March Madness, NWSL Kickoff, AND Unrivaled’s first-ever championship? We’re feeling like kids in a candy shop this week. First up: the madness is real. We break down the final standings, what we’ll miss the most, and why this might be the hardest bracket to crack yet. Think you can out-predict us? Join our bracket challenge. Then, The Rose are officially Unrivaled’s first champions, and Chelsea Gray put on a performance for the ages. We talk about what this means for the league and why Unrivaled’s success is just the beginning. Over in the NWSL, Trinity Rodman is dropping hints about heading overseas. Should Spirit fans be worried? We discuss. In this week’s Intersection, ESPN’s list of top women’s college basketball players of all time has us debating what really makes a GOAT. Stats? Titles? Vibes? Finally, this week’s Bicker of the Week: a sunscreen application gone terribly, terribly wrong. A Touch More: The Podcast is produced in partnership with VOX MEDIA and TOGETHXR. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Transcribed - Published: 20 March 2025

This week, we’re coming to you straight from SXSW in Austin, where we sat down with two of the fastest people on the planet—Olympic track stars Nikki Hiltz and Gabby Thomas. But first, we’ll check in on where women’s sports stand today and what needs to happen to keep the momentum going for the next 100 years. We’re talking investment, Gen Alpha’s sports habits, and why women’s sports constantly have to break records just to prove their worth. Then, Nikki and Gabby get real about life as pro track athletes—how they actually make money, the highs and lows of competing in an individual sport, and, of course, who’s faster? They also weigh in on what needs to change to make women’s sports safer and better for everyone, plus why trans athlete representation is more important than ever. And to wrap it up, we put them through a few rounds of Bench/Start/Cut and settle this week’s Are You a Megan or Are You a Sue: do you fall asleep with the TV on or off? A Touch More: The Podcast is produced in partnership with VOX MEDIA and TOGETHXR. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Transcribed - Published: 13 March 2025

The WNBA is officially without its (true) GOAT—Diana Taurasi has retired, and we are simply not okay. Sue looks back on some of her favorite, funniest, and most peak Dee moments over the years. Then, it’s time for the Sue Bird College Basketball Vibe Check of the Week, where chaos reigns. We’re breaking down the latest madness, plus Azzi Fudd’s big decision: go pro or run it back at UConn for a fifth year? We also get some Extra Time with Megan ahead of the NWSL season kickoff—why she’s not sweating the USWNT’s loss to Japan and what she’s watching for this weekend. In The Intersection, Megan breaks down why Paige Bueckers’ GQ spread is the blueprint and why the best athletes always push the boundaries of style. Then, we get into the NWSL’s new kits—the good, the bad, and the ones we already ordered. And we wrap things up with a new Bicker of the Week: when Megan starts using Sue’s favorite movie lines against her… and Sue is not amused. We're also kicking off a March Madness bracket—join in, see who takes the crown, and play against us at the link here. A Touch More: The Podcast is produced in partnership with VOX MEDIA and TOGETHXR. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Transcribed - Published: 6 March 2025

Top of mind today: Diana Taurasi’s retirement announcement. We’re just beginning to process the news and will be taking you all along for the ride. Then, the latest twist in WNBA Free Agency as the Connecticut Suns denied Marina Mabrey’s request for a trade. Our resident “GM” Megan offers some tough love: maybe contracts exist for a reason? And Sue breaks down why the Chicago Sky traded its future picks for Ariel Atkins. March is around the corner, so we’ve got you covered with Sue Bird’s College Basketball Vibe Check of the Week and a look at the latest shake up in the AP Rankings. Plus, Paige Bueckers relatable halftime eye roll. Then, Megan’s thoughts on how the USWNT looked at the SheBelieves Cup and the upcoming season. And for The Intersection, Unrivaled’s 1:1 tournament makes waves: can NBA players put aside their egos to compete like the women of Unrivaled? A Touch More: The Podcast is produced in partnership with VOX MEDIA and TOGETHXR. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Transcribed - Published: 27 February 2025

A Touch More is live from the brand-new Golden State Valkyries practice facility in Oakland with a trio of powerhouse guests! First up, we’re sitting down with A’ja Wilson to talk about her Nike signature shoe, what it’s like to see her former coach Dawn Staley get PAID, and how it felt to say goodbye to some of her favorite Las Vegas Aces while preparing for a new-look roster. Then, we’re joined by Valkyries teammates Tiffany Hayes and Kate Martin, who are dishing on the evolution of the W, Tiffany’s new fashion brand (obsessed), and what it’s really like competing in Unrivaled. Plus, we’re bringing the heat with "Bench/Start/Cut" and debuting a brand-new game for Valentine’s Day you won’t want to miss. A Touch More: The Podcast is produced in partnership with VOX MEDIA and TOGETHXR. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Transcribed - Published: 20 February 2025

Unrivaled’s 1:1 tournament threw us some curveballs so we’re reassessing our predictions. Who shocked the world with some big upsets and what’s coming next? Let’s just say, some brackets are already busted. Then, it’s time to unpack Super Bowl 59. The Eagles ran the show, women’s sports took center stage in the commercials, and Kendrick left us decoding symbols and wondering if flares are back. Plus, we’ll get into the personal losses that pushed us to be better athletes. Sue’s College Basketball Vibe Check of the Week is back, as Tennessee breaks the Huskies’ 11-game winning streak and beat them for the first time since 2007. And finally—another round of Are you a Megan or are you a Sue? Yoga etiquette edition. This one gets a little personal. A Touch More: The Podcast is produced in partnership with VOX MEDIA and TOGETHXR. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Transcribed - Published: 13 February 2025

The WNBA off-season has been ACTIVE but which teams are setting themselves up to win it all this year? We have some theories. Plus, the eternal question: Do players owe their teams loyalty? And what about the other way around? In Unrivaled news, we’re breaking down Angel Reese’s hot mic moment and looking ahead to some dream 1:1 matchups. Plus, Sue reveals the wildcard player she’s had her eye on all season. Sue’s College Basketball Vibe Check of the Week is back as we get closer to March Madness and the hype is real. In The Intersection: A’ja Wilson’s signature Nike shoe (obsessed), Caitlin Clark skipping the NBA 3-point contest, and a WNBA expansion bidding war that has us wondering—could the Shock, Comets, and Rockers make a comeback? And finally, we’re responding to your thoughts on Megan’s controversial (crazy?) cell phone case choices. A Touch More also sends our deepest condolences to the victims of the D.C. plane crash. If you’re looking to support those affected, a fund has been set up to assist U.S. Figure Skating families directly impacted by the tragedy. A Touch More: The Podcast is produced in partnership with VOX MEDIA and TOGETHXR. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Transcribed - Published: 6 February 2025

This week on A Touch More, the WNBA trade frenzy is in full swing, and Sue and Megan are breaking it all down for us. Plus, they dive into Unrivaled’s viewership numbers and what they’re already saying about the league’s impact and how we’re consuming sports in 2025. Then, a debate on the cameras inside team huddles—what do the players really think, and is the access good or bad for the game Sue and Megan also respond to some of your YouTube comments and draft their dream team of retired players—Sue’s got a surprise pick up her sleeve. With Chelsea FC making history by landing Naomi Girma for a $1 million transfer fee, Megan unpacks the winners (Naomi) and losers (NWSL) of that blockbuster deal. And finally, another round of "Are you a Megan or are you a Sue?”, cell phone edition. A Touch More: The Podcast is produced in partnership with VOX MEDIA and TOGETHXR. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Transcribed - Published: 30 January 2025

Megan and Sue share their theory about what Taylor Swift was whispering to Caitlin Clark, review Unrivaled's first matchups of the season, and discuss what the NCAA’s decision to pay women’s March Madness teams equally means for women’s sports as a whole. On the Intersection, Sue and Megan look at what's actually behind a recent anti-trans bill, what it means for transgender girls in sports, and how you can educate yourself on the issue. And they return to last week's Bicker of the Week over Sue's gourmet meal and subsequent kitchen chaos: Megan's not backing down but she does have a new coping strategy. To wrap things up, Chef Sue shares her highly requested chocolate ice cream recipe. A Touch More: The Podcast is produced in partnership with VOX MEDIA and TOGETHXR. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Transcribed - Published: 23 January 2025

This week on A Touch More, Megan and Sue dive into Napheesa Collier & Breanna Stewart’s groundbreaking new league, Unrivaled, which starts on Friday, and what sets it apart in women’s basketball. Sue breaks down the innovative structure, the top-tier talent involved, and how this league could transform the game both on and off the court. Plus, Megan and Sue share their takeaways and favorite moment from their first PWHL game. In “Bicker of the Week,” Megan and Sue debate cooking styles (spoiler: Sue’s involves a lot of dishes). And DON’T FORGET! A Touch More is moving to THURSDAYS. Make sure you subscribe to our channel so you never miss an episode. This episode also focuses on the devastating fires impacting the LA community and surrounding areas. Megan and Sue discuss the toll these fires are taking on communities and share some ways you can help those affected. Check out the links below to find verified resources and donation opportunities to support relief efforts. All of us at A Touch More extend our heartfelt thoughts to those impacted and our deepest condolences to those who have suffered losses. LA Fire Relief Resources: Displaced Latine Families Displaced Black Families GoFundMe: Wildfire Relief Fund 2025 Support LAFD A Touch More: The Podcast is produced in partnership with VOX MEDIA and TOGETHXR Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Transcribed - Published: 15 January 2025

What’s up 2025?! A Touch More is back and ready to kick off the new year with a fresh episode. In this first drop of the year, Megan and Sue dive into their 2025 “intentions” – focusing on wellness, growth, and a healthy amount of spontaneity. The episode also features a fantastic conversation with Courtney Mays – Sue’s stylist, a leading voice in women’s sports and fashion, and a dear friend. Courtney shares insights into the business of styling, how WNBA fashion is evolving, and the differences she’s noticed when working with players this season compared to past years. She also offers advice on stepping outside of comfort zones to explore personal style, along with the trends she’s most excited for in 2025. Megan and Sue wrap things up by sharing their personal goals for the year (expect plenty of plants and books) and answering some rapid-fire fan questions. A Touch More: The Podcast is produced in partnership with VOX MEDIA and TOGETHXR Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Transcribed - Published: 8 January 2025

This week, Megan and Sue sit down for an insightful conversation with Claressa Shields, arguably the greatest female boxer of all time, and subject of the inspirational biopic “The Fire Inside.” They, along with the film's director Rachel Morrison, chat about Claressa’s journey to win an Olympic gold medal, her amazing resilience, and her steadfast desire for the film to reflect “the real” of her life story. In SCBVCOTW, Sue shares her thoughts on the Notre Dame vs. UConn game and shares a snippet of WNBA history. Plus, she and Megan respond to a YouTube comment request for a #VibeCheck on Michigan State. Megan and Sue also discuss Caitlin Clark being named Time magazine’s “Athlete of the Year” and why there’s been such a mixed response to Caitlin’s comments around white privilege. Lastly, Megan and Sue will give A Touch More of their thoughts around their final episode of 2024. Happy Holidays! A Touch More: The Podcast is produced in partnership with VOX MEDIA and TOGETHXR Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Transcribed - Published: 18 December 2024

Megan and Sue are in an #LDR this week—Megan’s in LA, Sue’s back in NYC, and the takes are as hot as ever. They’re diving straight into the biggest WNBA news of the week: the expansion draft. Sue shares her thoughts on the Valkyries’ picks and why, in today’s league, an expansion draft might just reveal some future all-stars. Plus, we’re introducing a new segment we (Megan) likes to call SCBVCOTW (Sue’s College Basketball Vibe Check of the Week). Sue breaks down the latest rankings and what she predicts is coming next this season. In The Intersection, they discuss Caitlin Clark making the highest-paid female athletes list, the Sabrina 2’s, and other standout player editions. To wrap it all up, we learn that when it comes to answering questions, sometimes Megan’s just doing what she does best: winging it. A Touch More: The Podcast is produced in partnership with VOX MEDIA and TOGETHXR. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Transcribed - Published: 11 December 2024

This week, Sue reacts to UCLA jumping to the top of college basketball rankings (and how UConn, USC, and TCU play into the equation) and Megan gives her assessment of the USWNT. They’re also celebrating Barbra Banda being named BBC Women’s Footballer of the Year, highlighting her incredible achievements over the past year—all while rising above the haters. Also, adding to her infinite rolodex of life experiences, Sue takes us down memory lane to 2004's Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade. And last but not least, “Are You a Megan or Are You a Sue?” when it comes to leftovers on Hawaiian Sweet Rolls? Comment below. A Touch More: The Podcast is produced in partnership with VOX MEDIA and TOGETHXR. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Transcribed - Published: 4 December 2024

A Touch More is live in Kansas City for an historic NWSL Championship weekend. Megan and Sue are joined on stage by friends Ali Krieger, Sam Mewis, and Meg Linehan as they all discuss and celebrate the growth of the NWSL. Some surprise guests also rush the stage! Plus, play along and see if you can beat Megan and Sue in a game of "Two Truths and a Lie." Back in the studio, Megan and Sue discuss watching the Orlando Pride win the title and what it means for Marta’s legacy. And last but not least, Megan and Sue settle two of their biggest bickers with a little help. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Transcribed - Published: 27 November 2024

This week on A Touch More, Megan and Sue react to last weekend’s NWSL semi-final game (condolences to Sue) and share their takes on what they expect from this weekend’s final between the Orlando Pride and Washington Spirit in Kansas City where they’ll also be recording A Touch More LIVE! Get your tickets to the show at the link below and in our Instagram bio. Plus, a former #1 pick gives advice to the presumed future #1 pick, Paige Bueckers. And Megan and Sue share their thoughts on the Jake Paul vs. Mike Tyson fight, what it says about “getting things done” and how it ties back to women’s sports. In A Touch More– do you call it "sweet potato pie" or "sweet potato casserole"? They’re talking the best (and worst) Thanksgiving sides. A Touch More: The Podcast is produced in partnership with VOX MEDIA and TOGETHXR Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Transcribed - Published: 20 November 2024

It’s been a week, to say the least. In this episode, Megan and Sue discuss their real and honest reactions to the election results and the coping mechanisms they’re using to process our uncertain future, including dissociation (Megan) and becoming an encyclopedia of political knowledge (Sue). They share candid conversations on dealing with fear and anxiety during this scary time and explore how women's sports have provided a powerful source of resilience and community. They are able to find joy when talking about the NWSL playoffs, celebrating how this year feels like a dream scenario for the league and its fans. A Touch More: The Podcast is produced in partnership with VOX MEDIA and TOGETHXR Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Transcribed - Published: 13 November 2024

This week, Megan and Sue are joined by WNBA star and President of the Women’s National Basketball Players Association, Nneka Ogwumike. Their conversation covers everything from the WNBA’s evolution and the resilience of women in sports, whether or not the W should help save the NBA All-Star Game, to a deep dive into the critical topic of quality French fries. Nneka shares her perspective on what fans and players alike can take away from this season, and how WNBA players have been paving the way for broader social change since day one. Plus, your responses to “Are You a Megan or a Sue?” When it comes to corn or flour tortillas, and Megan’s induction into the Oregon (OR-eh-gun) Sports Hall of Fame. A Touch More: The Podcast is produced in partnership with VOX MEDIA and TOGETHXR. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Transcribed - Published: 6 November 2024

In this special episode of A Touch More, Megan and Sue are joined by Second Gentleman Doug Emhoff—the first-ever gentleman on the show! They discuss everything from his partnership with Vice President Kamala Harris to how their roles challenge traditional gender norms. The Second Gentleman shares his thoughts on supporting women’s rights, including reproductive freedom, and the importance of men stepping up as allies, especially during this election cycle. Plus, his favorite moments representing the U.S. at the Women’s World Cup, the Ella Fan Club, and Sue’s major issue with his March Madness bracket choice. Megan & Sue also react to half of the WNBA’s coaches being fired and share what it could mean for players like Angel Reese and Caitlin Clark. Lastly, don’t forget to tag Megan, Sue, and A Touch More with your best look-alike Halloween costumes. A Touch More: The Podcast is produced in partnership with VOX MEDIA and TOGETHXR. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Transcribed - Published: 30 October 2024

The Liberty finally brings the WNBA Championship dub to New York! In this episode, Megan and Sue dive deep into what this historic win means for both the original franchise and the league. And what’s next for the Lynx? Plus, very special guest Stacey Abrams breaks down how to make voting less overwhelming, offering practical steps to encourage participation, and sheds light on the important connection between trans rights and DEI initiatives. And we’re back with another “Bicker of the Week” -- where do you stand when it comes to sharing snacks on a plane? A Touch More: The Podcast is produced in partnership with VOX MEDIA and TOGETHXR. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Transcribed - Published: 23 October 2024

It’s Sue’s birthday, and what better way to celebrate than with a very special guest—Jemele Hill. Friend, legendary sports journalist, podcast host, and media pioneer joins Sue and Megan for an insightful conversation. They’ll dive into important topics like player safety in the WNBA, the evolving role of player activism, and the media’s responsibility to cover women’s sports with the respect and attention they deserve. Megan and Sue also discuss the excitement around new WNBA teams and cap off the episode with a sweet birthday surprise for Sue. And stay tuned for next week, when Megan and Sue will share their many thoughts on the WNBA Finals. A Touch More: The Podcast is produced in partnership with VOX MEDIA and TOGETHXR. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Transcribed - Published: 16 October 2024

This week, Megan and Sue break down what the the future might hold for the Aces in 2025 and unpack the media’s coverage of WNBA viewership. Why is it that women’s sports are framed negatively, even as the numbers break records? Plus, they dive deeper into the ongoing conversation they opened last week about the long history racism in the league. And finally—are you a Megan or a Sue when it comes to vacation styles? A Touch More: The Podcast is produced in partnership with VOX MEDIA and TOGETHXR. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Transcribed - Published: 9 October 2024

In this episode, Megan and Sue open a conversation addressing the uncomfortable truths about the WNBA's ongoing struggles with racism, sexism, and other forms of discrimination. Moreover, they discuss the long history of these issues in the WNBA, and the media’s responsibility to share genuine and truthful narratives in the realm of women’s sports. They also cover players’ role in using their platform to drive change while also questioning why it’s become players’ sole responsibility to defend themselves from online hate. Plus, Megan and Sue share their reactions to your responses from last week’s "Are You a Megan or a Sue? White House Edition” and dive into Spike Lee and Kelsey Plum’s classic New York interaction at the Liberty game. A Touch More: The Podcast is produced in partnership with VOX MEDIA and TOGETHXR. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Transcribed - Published: 2 October 2024

This week, Sue and Megan are joined by the incredible Emmy Award-winning actress Uzo Aduba to discuss her new memoir The Road Is Good, a powerful reflection on Black immigrant identity that explores the power of embracing your heritage, motherhood, and the stories that shape us. Sue and Megan also reflect on Diana Taurasi’s possible retirement, drawing from their own experiences to share insights on how athletes just know when it's time to step away. Plus, it’s playoff time in the WNBA, and there's a lot to talk about—including A'ja Wilson reclaiming her title as MVP for the third (!!) time. And finally, Sue shares details from her recent visit to the White House with Gotham FC and we ask you the age-old question: are you a Megan or a Sue when it comes to rocking a skirt or pants? A Touch More: The Podcast is produced in partnership with VOX MEDIA and TOGETHXR. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Transcribed - Published: 25 September 2024

This episode, Sue and Megan are celebrating the incredible Alex Morgan! The duo sits down for an exclusive interview with Alex, her first in-depth conversation since announcing her retirement. They dive into her legendary career, life off the field, and her growing family. Sue and Megan offer Alex some advice on life after sports and the many things she has to look forward to (Pilates takes center stage). Plus, we check in on the latest WNBA action, where it seems like a new record is being shattered every game. And don’t miss the surprise blast from the past Sue has in store for Megan! A Touch More: The Podcast is produced in partnership with VOX MEDIA and TOGETHXR. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Transcribed - Published: 18 September 2024

Kicking things off with their recent trip to the US Open, Sue and Megan cover everything from Tiafoe's fatigue to Sue’s in-depth review of her first Honey Deuce experience. Then a WNBA rundown, diving into Angel Reese’s season-ending injury and playoff chaos, plus Megan weighs in on Alex Morgan’s retirement announcement. In The Intersection: the new DWTS cast has them intrigued. And don't miss Bicker of the Week where they’ll settle the age-old debate of how to load the dishwasher! A Touch More: The Podcast is produced in partnership with VOX MEDIA and TOGETHXR. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Transcribed - Published: 11 September 2024